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Paula Rush Obituary

Paula Rush, 60, of Canonsburg, died unexpectedly Friday, June 14, 2024. She was a 1981 graduate of Canon McMillan High School. Having a heart for serving others, she worked in the service industry for many years. Paula loved spending time with family and babysitting her nieces, nephews, grandson and her fur-babies. Surviving are her daughters, Madison Popp (Norman Parker) and Savannah Popp; grandson, Zion Parker; her mother, Patricia Ann Rush; sisters, Kathy Rush and Michele (Mark) Luba, all of Canonsburg; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Paula was preceded in death by her father, Paul Donald Rush; brother, Gregory Pirmez; and sister-in-law, Darlene Pirmez. Paula played an instrumental role in helping the house and family. Her presence and love were felt at every event and function she attended. Friends and Family are welcome from 4 until 8 p.m. Monday, June 17, in SALANDRA FUNERAL and CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Joseph P. Salandra LFD, owner / supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120, where departing prayers will be recited at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 18. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. in St. Oscar Romero Parish St. Patrick Church, 317 West Pike Street, Canonsburg. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Gardens, McMurray. To view or extend condolences please visit salandrafunerals.com.

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Published by Observer-Reporter from Jun. 14 to Jun. 16, 2024.

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Sheree Bodvake

June 18, 2024

I'm So Sorry to hear of Your Loss.
Someone So Special will Never be Forgotten.
You are All in My Thoughts & Prayers.

Suzanne Dugan

June 15, 2024

Pat and girls and family I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Paula. This has to be a really hard time for all of you. You are in my prayers and my thoughts and may you hold dear all the memories you shared with her and know that she is with our Lord. Much love to all of you and sending prayers of healing and peace at this time.

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc.

304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, PA 15317

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18

Service

9:30 a.m.

Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc.

304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, PA 15317

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18

Service

10:00 a.m.

St. Patrick Church of St. Oscar Romero Parish (West Pike Street, Canonsburg)

317 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, PA 15317

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304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, PA 15317

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