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GEORGE M. "GEORGE" McHALE
GEORGE M. "GEORGE" McHALE
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Of Bloomfield on Monday, October 21, 2013, age 68. Beloved son of the late Thomas J. and Elizabeth McHale; brother of Thomas M. McHale (Marlene) and the late Suzanne Smerbeck (the late Rich) and James G. McHale (survived by Jackie); uncle to numerous nieces and nephews; also survived by dear friends Jim Bell and Carolyn Fronapel. George taught at St. Elizabeth High and Pittsburgh Technical Institute prior to his retirement. He was an artist and musician who enjoyed singing and playing the guitar. He was happy sharing his talents, wisdom and encyclopedic knowledge with friends, family and all those whose lives he touched. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 5300 Penn Avenue, Bloomfield, on Thursday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where Funeral will commence on Friday at 9 a.m., followed by Funeral Liturgy in St. Maria Goretti Church, Penn Campus at 10 a.m.
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November 11, 2013
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. McHale. I was a student of his at St. Elizabeth. He was a very inspirational teacher and on multiple occoasions over the years, I would recall a particular subject that was discussed in his Liberal Arts class our senior year. He inspired a lot of young minds and his infleunce was very broad.
Rest in peace Mr. McHale,
Laura Jennings
November 5, 2013
I just heard about Georgie's passing. I am so sorry for your lost. He and I were engaged when I was about 2 yrs old. I am sorry we didn't keep in touch. Peggy T Sweeney Hill
Paul Beck
October 25, 2013
Dear Mr. McHale,
How could we forget you, Mr. McHale!
Although years have passed like a thunder gale
Still fresh these visions from long time ago
Face filled beard and how your curly hair flowed
You taught us how to question and ponder
This amazing world that we all wander
From diagramming to word source meanings
English became a life treasure of gleaning
To Shakespeare's plays you gave your humble due
“This above all: to thine own self be true”
Religion you helped us to understand
How we live and apply God's lesson plans
The gifts you shared with us have reached out far
Like the chords strumming forth from your guitar
And now, we remain here without your song
But the love you taught us, we'll pass along
Memories insure we'll not be apart
For in our hearts is a piece of your art
With love and appreciation from your student,
Paul Michael Beck
Lisa Raspanti
October 25, 2013
A beloved teacher, he will be remembered with love and warmth by his students. Rest in peace, Mr. Mchale.
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Barbara Dacko
October 25, 2013
It was a great pleasure to have worked with George at Barnes & Noble. His knowledge, patience, and wonderful sense of humor always made my work day better. RIP, George.
Laura Horowitz
October 24, 2013
I was privileged to work with George for a couple of years at the Squirrel Hill Barnes and Noble. No one was more fitted to sell books than George, who loved both books and the people who read them. We had a lot of good times, both at work and outside of it. George was a guest at several of our family Passover seders, and he was an enthusiastic and thoughtful participant. Most of all, George was a good friend. I will miss him, and I extend my most sincere sympathy to his family.
October 24, 2013
I have known George since 1963 when we were college classmates at Cassadaga, New York. On Fridays, we had a history class at 1:30 PM so before the class George & I would take a long walk after lunch. His unbeatable sense of humor would fill those walks, and in class I would start thinking about his jokes and start laughing, usually though the whole class. He was a treasure and I will remember him for a long time in my prayers.
Roland Malboeuf (Milty) - Webster, MA
Robert Seibel
October 24, 2013
R.I.P. George. It was always a good day when we worked together. Thanks for teaching me the ropes in Sq. Hill. Your pal, Bob
Chuck Lawton
October 24, 2013
Mr. McHale was my 7th grade religion teacher at Saint Elizabeth. One of the smartest people I have ever met and truly a gentle soul. My condolences to his family.
October 23, 2013
RIP Mr McHale. I will remember your classes at St E's
Roslyn Yonich O'hara
Bryan & Leeann Salerno
October 23, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. George was a great man. Patti would do anything for him and so would I. I will miss him very much. He will never be forgotten. He was a great neighbor.
Cathy Wyant
October 23, 2013
George - You were much more than a cousin "twice removed" as MiMi always told us. You were a dear friend, a wonderful part of our family, and I will miss you very much. The McHale party in Heaven right now must be thundering with Jimmy's laugh, Mimi's stories, your Dad shuffling in his too big shoes, Marty looking for his medicine and Helen and Catherine just glad you are all together. And then you will have to fit them all into the Heavenly Volkswagon! Rest in Peace in the arms of Jesus, dear cousin.
Coralee Gionta
October 23, 2013
Georgie, I will miss your awesome sense of humor and your acceptance of all people! You were an absolute pleasure to work with at B&N and I hope to see you in heaven someday! All my love and prayers to your family.
Mendy Cockrell Warburton
October 23, 2013
My heartfelt sympathy on the loss of George McHale. I was one of his students at St E's and have many wonderful memories of his classes, retreats, play and graduation parties, and even my wedding where George accompanied on guitar another friend who was to solo. Thanks for your positive influence on so many students. Requiescat in pace, Mr McHale!
Jim Bell
October 23, 2013
Thank you, George, for everything you've done for me these past 10 years. You were truly a ONCE IN A LIFETIME FRIEND. I LOVE YOU.
October 23, 2013
Thank you, Uncle George, for all the cinnamon toast, for your endless patience when asked to draw "just one more queen". For always treating me like a person- never like just a kid. For always being there, even from so far away. Thank you for everything. Trying to focus on all the happy reunions that are taking place right now. I love you, Angel
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