Obituaries
October 23, 2019

Ida G. Fawcett – New Eagle

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Ida G. Fawcett

New Eagle

Ida G. Fawcett, 99, of New Eagle, died Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019 in Donnell House Hospice Center, Washington. Born May 20, 1920 in Donora, she was the daughter of Charles and Gertrude Behanna Beal. A homemaker, Ida was survived by her husband William F. Fawcett; and a daughter, Renae T. Fawcett of Monongahela. Preceding her in death were her three brothers and a sister. Graveside services were held Monday, Oct. 14th in Monongahela Cemetery with Pastor Glenn McClelland officiating. The MARSHALL MARRA FUNERAL HOME, 216 Chess St. Monongahela, 724-258-6767 were in charge of the arrangements. Condolences can be made online at marshallmarrafuneralhome.com.

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