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JOHN E. "CHOOCH" CHUHRAN
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JOHN CHUHRAN Obituary
JOHN E. "CHOOCH"
Of Penn Hills, age 61, on Wednesday, January 27, 2016. Beloved husband of Betsy (Glenn) Chuhran for 30 years. Preceded in death by his parents, Edward "Chook" Chuhran and Helen (Knight) Chuhran. Brother of Thomas (Karen) Chuhran of Hopewell, Julianne (Eugene) Gutierrez of Murrysville and the late Jimmy Chuhran; brother-in-law of John and Dell (Glenn) Retcofsky of Erie; uncle of Michael, Katie and Alexandria Chuhran, Alaina Marchitello, Alex Retcofsky and the late Adam Retcofsky. Chooch was a 1971 graduate of St. Thomas High School in Braddock and a 1975 graduate of California University of PA where he was a member of the Vulcan basketball team and the Alpha Kappa Lambda Fraternity. Chooch was well known for his basketball playing prowess and power, in high school, college, adult leagues and on many playground courts. Friends welcome Friday 2-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, 412-824-8800. A Blessing Service will be held at Sacred Heart Church of Good Shepherd Parish on Saturday at 12 noon with Fr. Doug Boyd as Celebrant. Chooch will be laid to rest in Monongahela Cemetery.
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Nancy and Bob Gilmore
February 2, 2016
Dear Betsy: We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. As neighbors we often just waved in passing but we will always remember conversations with John about your gentle Rottweiler. Many prayers being said. RIP John.
Avalon Folmsbee
February 1, 2016
If this is the man passed in the crash, I wanted to give my deepest sympathy. I was there only moments after it happened. Myself and my boyfriend tried to help...
I give my deepest condolences to his wife and family. From what I have read in other condolences he seemed like a wonderful man.
Dan Ross
January 31, 2016
I'm deeply saddened to hear of the loss of my former California teammate. My wife, Darlene and I send our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of our beloved Chooch, may he rest in peace.
Dan Ross
Ferne Oskie
January 31, 2016
Betsy, My prayers and sympathy to you. He always made me laugh. I know your heart is broken, but remember the joy and fun times you two had.
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January 30, 2016
From Lance Cash Sr. in Philadelphia, Thanks Chooch for the good times on and off the hoop court. Great person, you will be missed. Condolences to the family.
Tom. Ski Zdrojkowski
January 29, 2016
I'm sorry to hear of Chooch passing. I knew him earlier in life and am sorry for your terrible loss.
Mary Ellen Clougherty
January 29, 2016
Betsy, I only met you once at several reunions ago and to have Chooch now in our class in heaven has made me remember what a great friend he was to me. We grew up together in the Burg as well. He was so very lucky to have had 30 years of your love which will continue and carry on in ever lasting life
Susan Butler
January 29, 2016
Betsy, so sorry and shocked to hear about Chooch. You two were so great to us...we'll remember that always. Dan and Susi (Michlovic) Butler...from Maestro's
John Quinlan
January 29, 2016
Dear Betsey My deepest sympathy. Rest in peace my old friend. Have many great memories of the good times we had. Quincy
Katie Safar
January 29, 2016
Jack,
When I was younger, I remember coming over to your house and playing with your pups and you and Betsy would always offer me Popsicles and we would sit and talk for a while. You were a great person and will surely be missed. Rest easy❤
Karen Burkovich
January 29, 2016
Betsy and family...you have my deepest sympathy. Chooch was such a great guy and I'm sure he will be missed by many. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Alpha Kappa Lambda Brothers 1975
James George
January 29, 2016
Chooch was a great friend and AKL brother. I will never forget the great times in college. Your friend Jim George(GJ)
Ed Doerr
January 29, 2016
Betsy and family...
What always came through loud and clear to me about "Chooch" was how deeply he valued his family. I don't think I ever talked to him that he didn't speak with obvious pride about his dad, or Betsy, or one of his nephews.
Please accept my most sincere condolences. May your loss be softened by your memories of him.
Dante Mack
January 29, 2016
Rest in Peace my brother,I remember playing basketball with you and having a beer with you!!!!!!!!!!!!!
BETSY CHUHRAN
January 29, 2016
I LOVE YOU MY DARLING.
WE WILL BE TOGETHER AGAIN SOME DAY.
joy webb- mckenith
January 28, 2016
Words cannot express the sadness I feel over the passing of my dear friend...Oh what memories we all share...You made a difference. To Betsy and the rest of the family; You have my deepest sympathy. I am praying for your comfort.
Allan Hartman
January 28, 2016
Many "wild and crazy" memories as our time as AKL brothers. I give my prayers and condolences to your wife and family. Rest in peace.
---Big Al
Jay and Cindy Virag
January 28, 2016
Rest easy My Brother. Cindy and I are so proud to have had you as our Friend.
Ann & Bill Sullivan
January 28, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to Betsy and family
Sincerely with love,
Ann & Bill Sullivan
Sandy Henry
January 28, 2016
My prayers and sympathies to Betsy and the Chuhran family. I knew Chooch as a coworker, and he was always smiling and very funny. I am shocked and saddened to hear that he has passed. May the support of family and friends be a comfort at this difficult time.
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