On Saturday April 18, 2021, LaVerne age 93 of Irwin passed away after a spirited, courageous fight with COVID.
Daughter of the late John and Verna Palicka. Beloved wife of the late Robert “Lefty” Johnston. Loving Mother of John (Pam) Johnston, Cathy Eck, and Bob Johnston. Dear Grandmother of Katie (Mike) Nardini, David (Bonnie) Johnston, Kim Eck, Christopher (Ashley) Johnston, and Zack (Tori) Johnston. Great Grandmother of Luca, Dom, and Tessa Nardini. Dear and precious Sister of Arline (late Ralph) Miller, Marie (late Andy) Hanscak, and John (Veronica) Palicka. Proud Aunt of many nieces and nephews who thoroughly enjoyed her wit and sense of humor over the years.
LaVerne was a retired employee of the State of Pennsylvania with 45 year’s service in the department of public welfare as a supervisor and Past President of the North Versailles Senior group.
In the end, COVID might have ravaged her body, but it didn’t take away her mind, humor, and spirit.
Arrangements
Per family request funeral services are private.
James F. Kutch Funeral Homes & Crematory
433 Lincoln Highway
East McKeesport, PA 15035
(412) 823-4054
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My sincere condolences
Remembering her wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. May she rest in peace!
So sorry for this loss. Prayers for all of you. Your mom is at peace.
Johnny, Cathy, and Bobbie
We will tmiss your mom. You were the best neighbors ever.
I have such fond memories. Scott Lakatosh
John, Cathy, & Bob – Your mom was a special person and great friend to your family. She will be missed. Condolences from entire Baumann family.
My deepest sympathies to Bob and his entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
My family’s deepest sympathy to the Johnson Family. We will lift you all at daily mass. We believe in our hearts, soul and mind that our Heavenly Father is cradling your mother ands. The Lord has brought His faithful servant home where she is in eternal peace, glory and love. Your mom will be looking down upon your family. Heaven has welcomed home its newest angel. God Blezs your mother and the entire Johnson Famy!!
My deepest sympathy to family and friends. R.I.P. Mama J
Love you Bubba, we will miss you!
You have our deepest sympathy
Love
The Skodak Family
Hi Bob,
We were sad to hear your Mama J was in the hospital with Covid a week ago.
We enjoyed seeing her with her lively spirit at the beauty shop.
God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Nancy and Lynn Miracle
So sorry for your loss. Sending heartfelt sympathies and prayers to your family.
Sending hugs to you all and hoping you find comfort in your wonderful memories of Laverne. She was one-of-a-kind and was such a great part of my childhood. RIP, dear. ❤️
Dear Bob & Family,
My Deepest Sympathy to You and Your Family during this Sad Time.
I will keep you all in my prayers.
RIP Ms Mama J. You were loved
R I P Laverne. Have slot of good memories of you when I was growing up. Deepest Sympathy to John, Cathyand Bob and family ❤️😢
Although I never met her in person, it was so uplifting to hear her stories. Loved the stories.
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