Josephine (Sagan) Funkhouser

On April 4, 2024, Josephine (Jo, Phenie) Sagan Funkhouser, with joy in her heart, took Jesus' hand in Florida. Heaven gained an angel as we said goodbye to a mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend. Our Mom lived her whole life-99 years- in just two neighboring houses in Springdale; she lived her simple life to the fullest, giving of herself to church and community organizations, supporting family and friends in time of great joy and deep sorrow, and feeding a small army on a shoestring budget! The love she shared with us she also shared with our friends and extended family, turning every occasion into a celebration overflowing with food, love and laughter! Her passing leaves a sadness in our hearts, but at the same time our hearts are filled with so many beautiful memories. If you remember Mom's homemade chicken noodle soup, breaded cauliflower, and kohlbasi with honey, playing cards with Mom, her Stanley Home Products, working with her, or singing in a Choir with her, you know the amazing woman who holds a very special place in our hearts. We thank God for every moment we got to share with her and for the blessing she was to each of us. Josephine was predeceased by her parents Mathew and Katherine Chodelka Sagan, her sisters Ann Balash and Sister Audrey Sagan CDP, her loving husband Delbert Funkhouser, her son John (at birth), grandchildren Cara Conroy and Matthew Conroy, and great granddaughter Ella Nowicki. She is survived by her children Catherine Conroy (the late George) Petroff, David Funkhouser ( Laryssa Domlovil ), Audrey (Joseph) Nowicki, Debra Jo (David McCutcheon) Funkhouser, Mark (Sheree) Funkhouser, Mary (Gene) Valicenti, and Joann (Anthony) Grieco, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends will be received at CHARLES B. JARVIE FUNERAL HOME INC., 801 Pittsburgh Street in Springdale on Friday April; 12, from 4-8 PM. A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 13, at 10:00 Am at Guardian Angels Parish, Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church 1319 Low Grade Road Harwick, Everyone please meet at church. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Josephine's name to the Sisters of Divine Providence (9000 Babcock Boulevard, Allison Park, Pa. 15101), https://cdpsisters.org/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=1, or charity of your choice.  

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