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Evelyn Powell Konechny

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Evelyn Powell Konechny
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Evelyn Powell Konechny

Evelyn Powell Konechny, 96, of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully, in her home, Tuesday, January 26, 2021. She was born May 31, 1924, in Cecil, a daughter of the late James and Theresa Vincenti Powell.

Evelyn was a graduate of Cecil High School. After graduating, she worked at the Muse Company Store, which she loved. She also worked many years in the receiving department at Gimbels Department Store in the South Hills.

Evelyn was an avid gardener and political junkie. She read multiple newspapers and watched CNN daily until her passing. Evelyn played the piano since childhood and she loved watching the backyard birds, especially the Eastern Bluebirds when they would return in the Spring.

Evelyn was a life-long member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Muse.

Left behind to cherish her memory are her daughter, Kathleen Konechny of Canonsburg; sister Jean Coll of McDonald; and her dear cat, Blissie.

Deceased, in addition to her parents, are her husband, Michael, who passed away October 25, 1993; and son Michael Konechny, who passed away August 19, 2012.

Friends and family are welcome from 9 until 10:30 a.m., the time of departing prayers, Friday, January 29, in Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., Joseph P. Salandra, owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. in the Holy Rosary worship site of St. Oscar Romero Parish, with Father George T. DeVille as celebrant.

Interment will follow in Melrose Cemetery, Bridgeville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any animal rescue group of your choice.

Due to the COVID -19 pandemic, masks must be worn in the funeral home and church and social distancing will be observed.

To view or extend condolences, visit www.salandrafunerals.com.

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