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Darlene McWee Obituary
Darlene McWee, 76, of Washington, passed away peacefully Monday, July 7, 2023, in Colorado, surrounded by her loved ones, Scott, Kim, David, Dakota McWee, Shayna Bright and Debra Atchinson, on a family vacation and two special events.
Darlene grew up in Washington, a town she loved and never left.
She worked as a registered nurse for 50+ years at the Washington Hospital and as an in-house caretaker.
She enjoyed showing horses and family time. She was a 4-H leader for 40+ years.
Darlene will be dearly missed and remembered. She was loved by so many.
She was predeceased by husband, Dave L. McWee; a son; sister, Shirley Filby; and good friend, Dave Richmond.
Darlene is survived by son, Scott McWee (Kim McWee); grandsons, David McWee and Dakota McWee; and nephew, Kidd Filby (Liz Filby).
Darlene requested a celebration of life to be held, in her honor, as opposed to traditional funeral services. All of Darlene's loved ones are invited to celebrate her beautiful life from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 20, at the Countryside Deli Banquet Hall, 935 Henderson Avenue (Route 18), Washington, PA 15301.
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Denise DeJohn
August 14, 2023
I can say I was honored and blessed to know this funny sassy and overall wonderful lady as a co-worker at The Washington Hospital. Nothing but good memories of working side by side as nurses. She will be missed and my life is better having spent those years with her. My deepest sympathy to her family
Pat Olczak
August 14, 2023
Dear Scott and Family, We got to know your mom from 4-H and also as a great nurse. we enjoyed showing horses with her at the fair. We will miss her.
Love,
The Olczak and Sprowls family
Lori Kisner
August 12, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss, Darlene was a great nurse and and even more wonderful person. She was always a kind accepting, caring person.
Cheryl Green
August 12, 2023
My sympathy to Darlene´s family. I knew Darlene from working at the hospital. She was a good nurse and a lot of fun to work with. My thoughts are with you all.
Cheryl
Mary Gill Holmes Morris
August 12, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
I first met Darlene in 4-H, she was a wonderful patient leader to many of us kids. Then as life progressed I worked alongside her as a Nurse at the hospital, so you can say she was in my life from A teenager to adult. Thank you Darlene for helping me grow, you will be missed
Patricia Adams
August 12, 2023
To: Darlene's Family, I am sorry for your loss. I knew Darlene from the hospital. She was a great friend, a great nurse to work with. She will truly be missed.
Gina Fritz
August 12, 2023
My deepest condolences to Scott and the rest of the family. Darlene was such a a sweet lady and I'm sure will be missed by many. I knew Darlene for many years while working at Washington Hospital. My prayers for comfort and peace for the family
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