George J. Lavra Obituary
We bid farewell to George J. Lavra of West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 11, 2025 at the age of 77. George touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though George may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Lavra and Eleanor Lavra (Visconti). He is survived by: his children, Darlene Purdy (Adam) and Joseph Lavra (Sarah); his sister Joan Lavra; and his grandchildren, Katren, Aiden, Abigal, Mason and Joey.
Visitation was held on Thursday, January 16th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Savolskis - Wasik - Glenn Funeral Servicel Home (3501 Main St, Munhall, PA 15120). A funeral service was held on Friday, January 17th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Nicholas Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Church (903 Ann St, Homestead, PA 15120). A burial was held on Friday, January 17th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the St. Nicholas Orthodox Cemetery (903 Ann St, Homestead, PA 15120).
