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Josephine Sofelkanik Obituary

Josephine A. (Comunale) Sofelkanik of Level Green, 94, died on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Josie was the beloved wife of the late Victor R. Sofelkanik, Sr. She was the loving mother of Victor R. (Olivia) Sofelkanik, Jr. of CA, Linda (Nick) Novak of Level Green, Richad (Tu) Sofelkanik of Level Green, and Michael (Erika) Sofelkanik of MD. Josie is also survived by 12 grandchildren. She was the sister of Loretta (Bob) McCorkel and the late John (late Marion) Comunale. Josie was a retired Special Education Paraprofessional for the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit Seven. Besides her work and her family, Josie was an exceptional charitable contributor with her time and talent. She initiated the Champion of Art program for Claireview School in Greensburg. Josie also was a volunteer with the Community Thrift store in Murrysville, and a delivery person for Meals on Wheels. Josie was a member and volunteer for her church, St. John Orthodox, and was a member and past-president of the St. John Altar Society. For relaxation, Josie enjoyed a game of Bingo and a shuffleboard game with her friends. All are welcome on Tuesday, May 28, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Avenue, at Cable, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, (412) 824-8800 where a Panachida will be prayed on Tuesday at 6 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in St. John Orthodox Church in East Pittsburgh, on Wednesday, May 29, at 11 a.m. Josie will be laid to rest in Penn Lincoln Cemetery.

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Published by The Valley News Dispatch on May 22, 2024.

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Rachael Register, Human Resouces Penn Compression Moulding, Inc.

May 22, 2024

Sending our condolences for you Linda, your mother's legacy will always live within you.

Regina Danielson

May 21, 2024

Aunt Josie, thank you for being there for me. You taught me so many cooking and homemaking tips. You were the best. You raised a wonderful family and I know how much you were loved and will be missed. Love Regina

Sandy (Bruce) Krzysiak

May 21, 2024

When Josie visited my mother she was always so pleasant,
Loved playing cards, eating, talking.
She was a joy to know.

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28

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.

700 Linden Ave., East Pittsburgh, PA 15112

May

28

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.

700 Linden Ave., East Pittsburgh, PA 15112

May

28

Service

6:00 p.m.

Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.

700 Linden Ave., East Pittsburgh, PA 15112

May

29

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

St. John Orthodox Church (East Pittsburgh, Panachida, Penn Lincoln Cemetery)

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Patrick T Lanigan Funeral Home - East Pittsburgh

700 Linden Ave, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112

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