Obituaries
June 29, 2021

Emma Regina Clingerman – West Newton

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Emma Regina Clingerman, 81, of West Newton, died Saturday, June 26, 2021, at Westmoreland Manor, Greensburg. Born Nov. 9, 1939, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of Michael and Emma Rebar Zatorsky. Along with being a homemaker, Regina was a caretaker and companion for the elderly for many years, had a love for children and you would often find her babysitting. She loved to cook and bake and was always trying out new recipes. Her family and friends always looked forward to her after-church brunches and holiday dinners. She was a 1958 graduate of Monongahela High School. She is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Russ and Melissa Clingerman of Milton, Fla., and Mike Clingerman of Muncie, Ind.; two daughters, Vickie Austin (David Siekierski) of Sahuarita, Ariz., and Adean Lindsey (Scott Greenawald) of Monongahela; a sister, Shirley Crotti of West Newton; five grandchildren, Fallon, Rick Jr., Nathan, David and Parker; and three great-grandchildren, Silas, Luna and Faelyn. Preceding her in death were her husband, James E. Clingerman; and a brother-in-law, Ken Crotti. Contributions can be made in Regina’s name to the Community Church of Hecla, 537 Hecla Road, Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666. At Regina’s request there will be no public visitation. MARSHALL MARRA FUNERAL HOME, 216 Chess St., Monongahela, 724-258-6767, was in charge of the arrangements. Condolences can be made in her name at marshallmarrafuneralhome.com.

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