Ann Gontz Skittle
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Ann Gontz Skittle of Canonsburg passed away peacefully Monday, December 18, 2017, in Canonsburg.
She was born January 17 in Canonsburg, a daughter of Nicholas and Mary Kundrat Gontz, who preceded her in death.
On October 28, 1950, she married Mike Skittle Jr., who survives.
Mrs. Skittle was a member of St. John Russian Orthodox Church in Canonsburg, SNPJ Lodge 138 in Strabane and Russian Brotherhood Association.
With her sunny smile and disposition, she was known by many for her work as assistant manager at Standard Drug Store in the 1940s and 1950s.
She was Kiwanis Harvest Queen in 1948.
Mrs. Skittle met her husband, Mike, at a polka party at SNPJ Hall in Strabane. Their shared a love of polkas, and polka dancing brought them continued happiness throughout their 67 years together.
She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her grandchildren affectionately called her “Bubbi.” She lived her life with a happy, positive attitude, studying and passing on healthy living techniques, tending flowers and gardens and generally serving as a source of strength and advice for her family. She passed her love of reading and photography to her daughter and grandchildren.
Mrs. Skittle was a funny, kindhearted and warm person who brought joy to everyone.
Surviving, in addition to her husband, are her only daughter, Debra Skittle Bober of Canonsburg; her sister, Mary Popeck (James) of Canonsburg; two grandchildren, Timothy and Cynthia Bober; and several nieces and nephews.
Deceased, in addition to her parents, are two brothers, Nicholas Gontz Jr. and Michael Gontz; and a sister, Eva Meredith.
At the request of the family, services at the funeral home and burial in Oak Spring Cemetery are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services Inc., Joseph P. Salandra, owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Washington Area Humane Society.
To view or leave condolences, visit www.salandrafunerals.com.