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Mary Margaret Malandra
1939 - 2020
Mary Margaret Malandra
1939 - 2020
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Mary Margaret Malandra Obituary
Mary Margaret Malandra, 80, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 17, 2020. She was born August 11, 1939 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late James F. and Elenore D. "Laura" (Szygenda) McKay. She was a member of St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Township and was a retired School Nurse at the Elizabeth Forward High School. She was a graduate of McKeesport High School Class of 1957, McKeesport Hospital School of Nursing in 1960, California University of PA in 1976 , and Penn State University in 1992. She is survived by her husband, Louis J. Malandra, sons, James Malandra of Tulsa, OK, Anthony (Christy) Malandra of Orlando, FL, Michael (Margaux) Malandra of Gibsonia, and Louis (Alex) Malandra of McKeesport, grandchildren, Joseph, Kelly, Mary Elizabeth, Makayla, Caroline Rose, Michael, Patrick, and Matthew, brother, James F. McKay of Los Angeles, CA, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Eileen Shigo. Friends are welcome Sunday, June 21, 2020 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, June 22, 2020 in St. Michael Church at 10:00 am with The Rev. Thomas Wagner, officiating. Entombment will follow at the St. Joseph Cemetery Mausoleum, North Versailles. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
K. Scott McGee
June 25, 2020
As one of Jim's Phillips66 "work family" in Oklahoma I offer my sincere condolences to Jim and his family regarding their loss. I never had the opportunity to meet Jim's mother, but knowing Jim I know she had to be a wonderful lady. May she rest in peace, and may the family find comfort in this trying time.
Janet Schramm
June 20, 2020
Lou, may God bless you and your family. I will always remember Mary Margaret as a loving and caring person.
She will be missed. My deepest sympathy.
Mary Altemus Little
June 20, 2020
She was one of the sweetest people I have ever known. Sincere condolences to all of the family. Im Doris Stolls sister.
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SUE RAYNAK
June 19, 2020
To Lou & family ~ so sorry for your loss. Mary Margaret was such a beautiful soul. She will be missed by all of us who knew and loved her. My deepest sympathy. Sue Raynak (Marcella & Emil's daughter)
Patrick Jackson
June 19, 2020
Mary Margaret is a fond memory from my childhood. Seeing her while visiting Aunt Lauras and Uncle Jims, when she came to visit in Erie or at family events was always a positive experience as I was growing up. She had a quick wit and as one of the older cousins, never let us get away with anything!
For Lou and the family, please know our thoughts are with you.
Theresa Jackson, Manning, Hinz
June 19, 2020
So sorry for your loss..thinking of all of you at this time
Jynx Scagline
June 19, 2020
She was a the most caring lady !She loved her boys! My deepest sympathy to the family! Jynx Scagline!
Jeanine and MM
Marcia Schumann
June 18, 2020
Dearest Lou and Family- We are sad we can not be with you right now. Please know that we love Mary Margaret and are so grateful for the love she showed us all these years. Hold tight to each other. We will be praying for you all.
Marcia, Coach and the Boys
Marlene Jones
June 18, 2020
Remember working with her for many years Her and Eileen both! Great nurses Sympathy to the family
Irene Campano
June 18, 2020
I came to know Mary Margaret during the 3 years that we lived together while in the nursing program at McKeesport Hospital. When I remember my precious time with her I think about this beautiful young woman with the prettiest ponytail and a raspy voice who had the greatest sense of humor. She really was as kind and beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside. My hope is that over the years I've told her how much I loved having her in my life. I will always remember her with respect, fondness, and love. Hoping that soon the grief and pain that Lou and the family are feeling will be replaced with wonderful memories of the many good times they've had with her over the years. God Bless All of You - Rest in Peace With the Angles Mary Marg.
Vince & Valerie Harvey
June 18, 2020
Mary was one of the most sweet and wonderful souls we have had the honor of touching our lives, she always had a good word for everyone and a positive attitude no matter the circumstances. She will be missed.
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