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1931

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2025

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3560 Washington Ave

Finleyville, Pennsylvania

Shirley Calabria Obituary

Shirley Calabria, 93, of Eighty Four, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was born September 23, 1931, in Large, a daughter of the late Glenn and Annabel Gordon. Shirley was a homemaker and charter member of View Crest Presbyterian Church in Eighty Four. She was a foster parent for Bethany Christian Services and worked with the Bible study at the Mel Blount Youth Home. She also enjoyed crocheting and working with stained glass. Surviving are two sons, Anthony and Glenn (Tommi) Calabria of Eighty Four; three daughters, Rhonda (William) Reynolds of Spring Hill, Fla., Rosanna (John) Batchelor of Export, and Donna Turturice of Washington; seven grandchildren; 10 great- grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Betty and Cathy Gordon; and several nieces and nephews. Deceased are her husband, Donald Calabria; four brothers, Robert, Glenn, Archie and Brice; and her grandson, Joshua Donald Calabria. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, January 19, in Kegel Funeral Home, Inc., David P. Kegel, supervisor, 3560 Washington Avenue, Finleyville. Additional visitation will be from 10 until the 11 a.m. time of funeral services Monday, January 20, in View Crest Presbyterian Church, 883 Linden Road, Eighty Four, with interment following in Lebanon Church Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies Flag Fund, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville, PA 15017.

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Published by Observer-Reporter from Jan. 16 to Jan. 17, 2025.

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Jerry King

January 22, 2025

My sincere condolences to the Calabria family. You have a wonderful mother and you were blessed to have her for so long.

Linda Protos

January 18, 2025

Shirley lived her faith in Jesus Christ. She was a wonderful example. She loved and did for others, she was generous,she welcomed many people to her home. She was an encourager to my husband when he started at View Crest. I am so thankful for the visits and the calls that we recently had. The Protos family sends are love to you. Thank you for sharing your mom with us. She was such a a blessing .

Timothy Protos

January 17, 2025

Shirley was a big part of my life growing up. She was like a grandmother to me and I loved her dearly. I was so happy I got introduced to her my kids to her and walk around her old house, and show them how to work stain glass. I will miss her greatly , but never forget her wit and voice.

I am so sorry I am unable to make it to pay my respects, but please know I loved Shirley dearly.

Her little Tim. :(

Christine (Russak) Yohn

January 17, 2025

Condolences to the family.
We have special memories of Shirley through the years. She was our mother“s best friend. My sisters and I kept in touch with her over the holidays and for her birthday. She was like family to us. She will be missed.

Mae (Gordon) Kent

January 17, 2025

Aunt Shirley lived to be 93. What a wonderful blessing! Her spirit is ALWAYS with you! Mae (Gordon) Kent. Robert & Freida's daughter

Cathy Gordon

January 17, 2025

Bill and I are keeping y'all in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. We loved your Mom dearly and she will be missed greatly. Love Ya
Aunt Cathy & Bill

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Frank Feola

January 16, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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Jan

19

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Kegel Funeral Home Inc.

3560 Washington Ave, Finleyville, PA 15332

Jan

20

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

View Crest Presbyterian Church

883 Linden Road, Eighty Four, PA

Jan

20

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

View Crest Presbyterian Church

883 Linden Road, Eighty Four, PA

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Kegel Funeral Home Inc.

3560 Washington Ave, Finleyville, PA 15332

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