Shirley DeFigio – Belle Vernon
Obituaries
December 25, 2020

Shirley DeFigio – Belle Vernon

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Shirley DeFigio, 80, of Belle Vernon, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020. She was the beloved wife of Mike DeFigio, who passed away from COVID- 19 on Dec. 18, 2020. She was previously married to Robert Lettrich; was the loving mother of Michael and Stephen Lettrich; and proud Grammie of Matthew, Alexander and Nathan. Shirley dedicated her life to others as a teacher with Intermediate Unit 1. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Dorothy Faith Moreland; and a brother, Thomas. She is survived by her sister, Mary; and brother, Robert; her children and grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in May at First United Presbyterian Church in Blairsville, Pa. Shirley’s professional funeral arrangements have been entrusted to KISH-FABRY FUNERAL HOME INC., Republic, Pa. Online condolences are welcome at kish-fabry.com.

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