Rita McGrogan

Rita McGrogan obituary, West Newton, PA

Rita McGrogan

Rita McGrogan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J. William McCauley, Jr. Funeral Home on Dec. 2, 2024.
Rita McGrogan, 89, of West Newton, died Thursday, November 28, 2024. She was born February 11, 1935 in Duquesne, daughter of the late William and Cecilia (Proskey) Morgan. Rita was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, West Newton, and its Confraternity of Christian Mothers; and a former member of the Scottdale Community Concert Band, where she played the baritone. Prior to retirement she was employed as a clerical worker at the office of Dr. Frank McGrogan, her son; and as a home health aide with Diversified Human Services. A devoted wife and mother, family and faith were paramount to her. Surviving are eight children, Dr. Frank McGrogan and wife, Eleanor, Dr. Martin McGrogan, Cecilia Cunningham and husband, Patrick, John McGrogan, Mary Larimer and husband, Kirk, Marcella Parks and husband, Jeffrey, Dr. Rita McGrogan and husband, Jeffrey Hoffman, and Jane Spath and husband, Michael; 24 grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank McGrogan; brothers, Paul, William, Regis, and Carl Morgan. Friends will be received 2-4 & 6-8 pm Friday at the J. William McCauley, Jr. Funeral Home, 901 Vine St., West Newton. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 am Saturday in Holy Family Church, West Newton. Everyone will meet at church. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Family Church, 225 N 2nd St., West Newton PA 15089. Condolences may be left at http://www.mccauleyfuneralhome.com.
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March 9, 2025

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Gabrielle Lucci

March 9, 2025

I know this message is late in coming, however I want the family to know that my aunt, Ann O'Day (Proskey) was very fond of Rita Ann and would call her from time to time until there came a time that her calls were not returned. Ann was going through some big changes in her life as well, yet the family here in Michigan sends their condolences and big love and soft hugs.
Gabrielle (Gaye) Lucci, Daughter of Mary Agnes Lucci (Proskey)
Jessica Bell (Lucci), Daughter of Mary Agnes Lucci (Proskey)

Jeannine Chesmer

December 19, 2024

I was saddened to learn of Rita's passing. Although we haven't been in touch, I remember her fondly. I wish I had been notified, like with Frank, I would have attended the visitation and funeral. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
An older cousin to me, she babysat me & my siblings as kids and I always loved her curls! She was fun-loving and sweet.

May she be at peace, she had a long life. Bless her and your family.

Jeannine McCarthy Chesmer
(Irene Proskey McCarthy's daughter)

Sally Thuransky

December 7, 2024

Rita was a true Christian. She always had a smile and kind words for everyone. She and her husband raised a beautiful family. Our prayers are with you all. George and Sally Thuransky

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Barb Sleith

December 3, 2024

I remember Rita when I first joined the Christian Mothers. She was always smiling and helpful to others. Prayers for her family.

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