Obituaries
July 16, 2021

Laurel McFeely – Charleroi

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Laurel McFeely, 46, of Charleroi, passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021, in AGH Jeffferson Hospital, Jefferson Hills. She was born Aug. 4, 1974, the daughter of the late James and Claudia Lape McFeely. Laurel is survived by her daughter, Brandy Bujanowski of Burgettstown; and her son, Sean McFeely of North Charleroi; two sisters, Heather Balsano and husband Troy of Charleroi, and Melissa Dray and her husband James of Richeyville; her brother, James McFeely of Belle Vernon; her grandson, Aaron Summers; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Laurel was preceded in death by a daughter, Kaitlin; and grandson, James Summers. No public services will be held. Arrangements entrusted to SCHROCK-HOGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES INC., Charleroi.

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