Joseph S. Pogany's Obituary
Joseph Stephen Pogany, age 87, of Baldwin-Willock, PA., passed away surrounded by his loving family on October 30, 2022.
Joseph was married to the love of his life, the late Mary Lou Prophater, for 61 years.
He is survived by his loving children, Shirley (Patrick) Bonazza, Raymond (Cheryl) Pogany, Linda Pogany, Debra (Chris) McSwiggen, and David (Jennifer) Pogany. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Also survived by his siblings, Priscilla Gulaskey, Dorothy Borsos, and Edward Pogany.
Preceded in death by his son, Wayne Pogany, his parents Charles and Anne Pogany, and his brother, Norman Pogany.
Joe worked 41 years from 1956 to 1997 for Baldwin Boro DPW moving up from Public Works employee to Foreman, and then Superintendent. Shortly after his retirement Joe and his wife enjoyed life living in Sandy Lake Mercer County at "the lot". He could be found playing golf, bowling, or cornhole. He loved to go to Eat N' Park, Page's Ice Cream and the Dutch Club. Joe loved to walk his dog Lilly in South Park daily. Joe will be remembered for telling his stories and jokes with family and friends.
Friends and family will be received on Friday, November 4, 2022 from 2:00PM-4:00PM and 6:00PM-8:00PM and Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 10:00AM-12:00PM at the Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home Inc., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, PA 15236. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 12:00PM-12:30PM in the funeral home chapel. Graveside Burial is private.
Online condolences can be shared at www.jeffersonmemorial.com.
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