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Age 68, of Shaler Twp., into the arms of angels, on Monday, March 24, 2025, Mikki was the beloved wife of Howard P. McElroy; cherished mother of Jesse Rae McElroy-Torquato (Christopher); daughter of Marlene M. Toney and the late George E. Jessup Sr. (surv. Joyce); big sister of Leona “Dodi” Corfield, George “Sonny” Jessup Jr., Juanita “Nino” Connor (Michael), Melony “Starr” Konopasek (late Bill), Craig Brunson; adored grandmother of Declan Christopher Torquato and Dawson Howard Torquato; also survived by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
A Celebration of Life Picnic will be held on her 69th birthday on Thursday, April 10th from 2-6 PM at North Park Cabin, Ingomar Rd., by the Cannon. Arrangements made by PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC. The family respectfully suggests donations be made to the Glenshaw Century Club, C/O Perman Funeral Home, 923 Saxonburg Boulevard, Pittsburgh PA 15223.
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