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2019
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Michael Lauff Obituary
Michael A. Lauff, 34, of Carnegie, formerly of McDonald, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2019, in UPMC-Presbyterian hospital, Pittsburgh.
He was born May 31, 1985, in Pittsburgh, a son of Stanley P. Lauff Jr. and Victoria Selden Lauff of McDonald.
In addition to his parents, his family includes brothers Major Christopher (Nikki) Lauff and David Lauff; sister Katie Lauff; and grandparents Pap and Gram Selden and Gram Lauff. Michael had many, many aunts, uncles and cousins who were not only family, but friends.
Michael loved life and never met a stranger who didn't become his friend.
Michael was a graduate of Fort Cherry High School and Slippery Rock University. He was a member of St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church in McDonald and was employed by Abate Irwin as a safety engineer.
Friends will be received from noon to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday in Thomas-Little Funeral Service Inc., 314 West Lincoln Avenue, McDonald, 724-926-2800. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 24, in St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church, 219 West Lincoln Avenue, McDonald. Interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Moon Township.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Anthony's School Programs, Wexford, PA 15090.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Lauff
Dawn Powell
September 25, 2019
My condolences to your family during this time of grief. May Michael's kindness live on through all of us.
Nancy Arent
September 24, 2019
We want to send our condolences and special prayers to your Family at this saddened time .
May your special memories of your son help
You this difficult time .
God bless Nancy and Joel Arent
Jessica Allen
September 23, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the Lauff family. Sending prayers for comfort during this difficult time.
Bruce & Carolyn Boocks
September 23, 2019
To the parents & family of Michael Lauff we extend our deepest sympathy to you all. We had the pleasure of meeting & enjoying Michael at our daughter's wedding to Michael Harrington. He was a pure joy & brought so much happiness that weekend.
May you cherish all your precious moments with Michael & know he is in heaven with God watching over all of you
May God Bless all of you
Betsy and Larry Toulouse
September 23, 2019
Vickie and Stush - so sorry to hear about the loss of Michael - you and your family are in our prayers. Words can not express the sorrow that must be in your hearts, let the wonderful memories of your son warm your hearts again and fill your souls - look to the spirit of Michael to help you in the days ahead - take care
Becky Chome
September 23, 2019
My sympathy, thoughts, and prayers to the entire Lauff family. Knowing these children throughout their elementary school years was a pleasure and this loss is tragic. Blessings to you.
Debbie Bell
September 23, 2019
Vicki, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. You and the family are in my prayers. God bless. Debbie Bell
September 23, 2019
My deepest sympathies Vicki for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. God bless all of you in your time of need.
Debbie Bell
Lou Matyuf
September 23, 2019
I met Mike when we worked with A-I,he was a good guy the world lost a good one.
Philip Selden
September 22, 2019
R.I.P Michael. I couldn't have asked for a better nephew. You will be greatly missed.
Love, Uncle Phil
Jim & Linda (Campbell) Barletto
September 22, 2019
Sending condolences to family n friends. We are glad we had the privilege to know Michael... always brought a great smile and hardy hand shake and hug and brought life to a room whenever we saw him.
September 22, 2019
I want to extend my sympathy to the entire family for your loss. The passing of this young man is heartbreaking. I know how close the family is.
Marlene Huellen
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