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MICHAEL J. SHAUGHNESSY M.D.
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MICHAEL SHAUGHNESSY Obituary
MICHAEL, J., M.D.
Age 76, of Fox Chapel, formerly of Forest Hills, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Sunday, February 22, 2015. Son of the late Murt and Margaret Shaughnessy; beloved husband of 53 years to Carol J. Shaughnessy; loving father of Maureen Block of San Rafael, CA and Michael (Amy) Shaughnessy of Baldwin; cherished grandfather of Nathaniel and Declan Block and Emma and Maeve Shaughnessy; brother of Eileen (late Pat) Connelly and the late Murt Shaughnessy; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Dr. Shaughnessy was a 1956 graduate of St. Vincent Preparatory School and received the Hall of Fame award for his athletic and scholastic achievement. He was a 1960 graduate of St. Vincent College. He graduated in 1965 from the University of Pittsburgh Medical School. Dr. Shaughnessy practiced at Suburban Urologic Associates at Forbes Regional Hospital, Jefferson Hospital, Braddock Hospital, Allegheny General Hospital and St. Francis Medical Center. He was on the Board of Directors at Allegheny County Medical Society and the Tri-State Lithotriptic Institute, and was past President of Urologic Association of Pennsylvania. Dr. Shaughnessy was a member of the Phi Rho Sigma Medical Society and a Fourth degree Knight of Columbus, West Mifflin-Duquesne Council. He embraced life and his profession to the fullest. Many will remember his sense of humor and how he always had a story to tell. His greatest love was spending time with family and friends. Friends received Tuesday, February 24, 2015, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WEDDELL - AJAK FUNERAL HOME, 100 Center Ave., Aspinwall, where a parting prayer will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Christian Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Scholastica Church, Aspinwall. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorial contributions to the Salvation Army, 1060 McNeilly Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15226 or to St. Vincent College, 300 Fraser Purchase Road, Latrobe, PA 15650.
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Amy Shaughnessy
February 22, 2021
Dear Pops, It's so hard to believe you left us 6 years ago today. We miss you every day! We learned so much from you that we carry with us each day. Give a hug to Bugga! Love, Emma and Maeve
Joe Sammartino
February 17, 2021
Now it's been 6 years & still miss my talks with both Mike & Carol... God Bless Them .....
Joe Sammartino
February 17, 2019
It's been four years now & I know everyone still misses him.
March 7, 2015
Dear Carol and family
We send our prayers and condolences on Mike's passing. Nadine and Bill
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March 2, 2015
Carol,
Leo and I were sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was incredibly kind to both of us when we joined the staff at Forbes. A brilliant man, he would help anyone with a clinical problem. Always the "go to person" when there was a difficult urologic case. He was widely loved and respected. And anyone who knew him, knew that he adored his wife and family.
Our prayers are with you,
Maureen and Leo Bidula
John Rushford
February 26, 2015
We are very sadden to lose Dr. Shaughnessy. He was very supportive to my family when my father passed. Carol and family our thoughts are with you.
February 26, 2015
Dear Carol and family.......Jack and I are saddened to hear of Mike's passing. We absolutely loved being in his company. He did enjoy life. And he did love you. We will have one in his memory and remember his humor. Roz and John Petnuch
February 25, 2015
Haves so many great memories working for him at the FR office. The Christmas party we had at the Braddock General Hospital gym was so much fun, we laughed about that for many years. He always came in with a smile on his face. Fond memories. So sorry for your loss Carol and family.
Barbara ( Beaver ) Putz
Drs. J. F. and P.Q. Ravano
February 24, 2015
We are extremely saddened by Mike Shaughnessy's passing. We remember him as a happy caring man. Mike appeared at our wedding reception to hand us a gift of a check then at Webster Hall Hotel where we had our reception following Mass across at St. Paul's Cathedral. He was my extern then at Pittsburgh Hospital. We saw him often during residency training at Allegheny General Hospital. He was a happy, congenial person encountering him at Forbes Regional. Prayers for the eternal repose of Mike's soul.
February 24, 2015
Requiem aeternam dona ei Domine,et lux perpetua luceat ei. Requiescat in pace.
Vivat Jesus!
February 24, 2015
My sincere condolences for all of the Shaughnessy family. You are all in my prayers.
Fondly, Lisa Coyne
Jeri and Jack Walsh
February 24, 2015
Dear Carole and Family
Mike really knew how to enjoy life. He had a wonderful sense of humor we enjoyed many good times in his company and we will remember him that way..Our deepest sympathy to his family
Tom Walsh
February 24, 2015
We will all miss Mike. He was always quick with a story or a laugh. He brought a lot of happiness and sunshine to the workplace. It was a privilege to work with him. My sincerest sympathies to Carol and family.
February 23, 2015
Dear Pops, I miss you so much and wish you were still here. I know you will always be with me but I wish I could see you. I will never ever forget you Pops. I love you so much! Love, Maeve
Joe Sammartino
February 23, 2015
Michael J., It will always be a Honor have you as a friend. Now you are with the Lord.God Bless.
Cheryl Cowell
February 23, 2015
Sincere sympathy. I always respected Dr. Shaughnessy. As a Respiratory Therapist I worked at Forbes and Braddock General Hospitals where Dr. Shaughnessy was on staff. He also shared in our BGH girls softball team annual girls against the Doctors games. God be with all of his family. Rest In Peace Dr. S.
February 23, 2015
WE are shocked and saddened by the passing of Dr. Michael Shaugnessy,please accept our heartfelt condolences and sympathy. Tom and Carmen Urbano
February 23, 2015
Dear Mrs. Shaughnessy, Michael, and Maureen,
I am very sorry to hear about Dr. Shaughnessy passing away. I will always remember having conversations with him at your kitchen table after he got home late from work. He was such a kind and generous man. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time. May God bless all of you.
Sincerely,
Scott Glunt
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