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Rosella McGinnis Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 10 to Jan. 11, 2002.

McGINNIS
ROSELLA
On Monday, January 7th, of Baldwin. Devoted wife of 63 years to James Elwood McGinnis; loving sister to Barbara "Dolly" Gardill and Norma (Donald) Boyette of Newport News, VA; beloved mother to Daniel (Deanne) McGinnis of Indian Wells, CA, Lynn (William) Miller of Grand Rapids, MI, John (Cyndi) McGinnis of Washington, PA, Bonnie (Remo) Vello of McMurray, Patrick (Mary) McGinnis of Castle Shannon, Norma McGinnis of Monroeville, Sharon (Walter) Young of Upper St. Clair and Noreen (Gary) Campbell of Harmony, PA. She was preceded in death by her parents Michael and Margaret Gardill and sisters Sr. Claretta Gardill OSF, Ann (Sylvester) Fess, Marie Gardill, Louise Gardill, Marion (William) Group, Stella Gardill and brother George (Cathryn) Gardill; adored by 23 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. Rose was a lifelong "domestic engineer" as she called herself, where she excelled in providing a loving home for her large family. She was a culinary expert in the kitchen, talented seamstress with a distinct creative flair, and outside of the home she was a longtime member of the Baldwin Women's Club. Rose will always be remembered for her humorous and caring personality. She requested no viewing. A memorial service will be held for relatives and cherished friends at St. Wendelin's Church on Saturday, January 12th at 11 am. Because of her love of babies, in lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be sent to Pittsburgh Mercy Foundation, "Neonatal Intensive Care Unit", 1709 Blvd. of the Allies, Suite 203, Pgh., PA 15219. Arrangements by JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC.
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January 24, 2002

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Sandy & Family Hilson

January 24, 2002

You have our deepest sympathy. It was a pleasure working for your mother. She was a wonderful woman and I will never forget her. May she rest in peace.

The Wildes

January 17, 2002

How lucky you all are to have loved such a wonderful woman...

Love,

Kristen, Gregg & Baby W

Jan & Tom Brown

January 16, 2002

Our sincere sympathy to the family of Mrs. McGinnis. The world has definitely been a better place because of such an extraordinary person.

Kerry Duffey

January 15, 2002

Grandma was the most amazing woman I've ever known. She was patient, kind and loving....the perfect role model for her grandchildren. She will greatly missed by so many, but the memories of her will continue to live as they are passed on by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

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Cristina Tendero

January 15, 2002

My deepest sympathies go out to your entire family. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you have from such an outstanding woman.

Marge Eiben

January 13, 2002

To the McGinnis and Gardill Familes,

My deepest sympathy goes out to you all and I only wish I could have been there for the memorial service.

" Grandma McGinnis" which is what I called her, was truly a wonderful, caring person and will never be forgotten by all those who knew her.

You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

Love,

Marge Eiben and Rob

Robin and Tim Bennett

January 12, 2002

Dear Lynn, Bill, Sharon, Brian and David,

Our heartfelt sympathies go out to you. My parents have told me so many nice things about your Mom/Gramma. It sounds like she led a wonderful life. God's blessings on you in this tough time.

Robin Gross Bennett and Tim Bennett

Steve and Sarah Elliott

January 12, 2002

To all the McGinnis family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you this day. Rose was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. All that she gave to her children will live on for many generations. That is the greatest gift she gave to others.

Ellie, Stan & Crissy Kondrot

January 12, 2002

Our deepest sympathy

BERNARD & ROSE (SIMONI) PIEL

January 11, 2002

WE WISH TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY AND WE EXTEND OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO ELWOOD AND FAMILY AT SUCH A DIFFICULT TIME.

Sandra Bitzan

January 11, 2002

Noreen and Family,

We send you our deepest sympathy as you try to cope with your loss. The entire McGinnis family is in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time.

Sandra and John

susi hendrickson

January 10, 2002

our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. we will light a candle here on saturday for you. we will be thinking of you. and remember, she will always be with you and mom's do have eyes in the back of their heads.

fondly,

susi and trevor

John & Mary Trestrail

January 10, 2002

We will miss Maggie. She was always friendly when she visited in our home, or when we visited with her in Pittsburgh.

Sean McGinnis

January 10, 2002

If anyone ever truly deserved the label Matriarch it was my Grandma:

ma·tri·arch (mtr-ärk) n.

1. A woman who rules a family, clan, or tribe.

2. A woman who dominates a group or an activity.

3. A highly respected woman who is a mother.

Rosella can easily be described as fulfilling all three descriptions of the word with flair, distinction and class.

She taught each and every one of us to strive for our best under every circumstance, encourage those around us with a guiding hand, and always believe in the best that people have to offer.

We'll miss you all greatly.

Sean, Kathy & Connor McGinnis

Joseph and Mary Lou LaRoche

January 10, 2002

Dearest Noreen and Family, It is with heartfelt sadness, we send our condolences. We both know how devastating it is to lose your Mother. We will send a donation in Rosella's name to the charity mentioned. Love to you always, Joe and Mary Lou

Joan Arney

January 10, 2002

Our thoughts and prayers go to all of you at this difficult time.

Joan and David

Judy Stebbings-McGrew

January 10, 2002

Our deepest sympathy to all of Mrs. McGinnis's family and friends. Mrs. McGinnis has raised the finest of children and now she will be in charge of all the children in heaven. She will truly be missed.

Jennifer Daurora

January 10, 2002

Grammy - Such a pillar of strength, wisdom and love. You were always there to guide me and hold my hand. I know that you always will. If I can grow to become a fraction of the amazing women that you were, I will consider myself blessed. Miss you and thinking of you always.

Gary Campbell

January 10, 2002

Our memories will be cherished forever. Your kindness will be reflected in the faces of all of the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May you have peace for eternity in the Kingdom of Heaven.

Sandra Lucas

January 10, 2002

Out deepest sympathies to family. We will remember Rosella with the fondest of memories and carry her traditions on as best we can in the future.

Sharon, Mark & Keegan Deppe

January 10, 2002

My grandmother, friend and idol. Thank you for making my life possible. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. We love you.

amy mcginnis

January 10, 2002

A wonderful grandmother and and inspiration to my life. She made me more passionate about things that truly matter...family. I love you, and Miss you. I know she will look down at all of her grandchildren, and smile.

Ray & Karen Torris

January 10, 2002

Sharon, Since you spoke to Ray the other day, and told him your Mom was not doing well, I have been reading the daily obituaries. We're very sorry to hear of your Mother's death. Nothing on earth replaces a mother, ever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the McGinnis family.

Love,

Karen & Ray

BILL & LOIS ZANONE

January 10, 2002

WE WISH TO EXPRESS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ELWOOD AND ALL THE FAMILY. LOIS AND I WILL MAKE A DONATION IN MEMORY OF ROSE TO THE CHARITY YOU REQUESTED.

BILL & LOIS ZANONE

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