Evelyn R. (Cimaglia) Gudac

Evelyn R. Cimaglia Peck Gudac, age 84, of Brownsville, PA passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully at her home on Friday, July 26, 2013. Evelyn was born on December 8, 1928 in Brownsville, PA, the daughter of the late Pasquale and Maria D'Onofrio Cimaglia. She was one of nine children. Her childhood nicknames were "Ev", short for Evelyn or "Red" because of her red hair. She was a lifelong resident of Brownsville, PA and a member of The Historic Church of St. Peter in Brownsville. She was also a proud member of the Rosa Garabaldi Lodge and was recently awarded a plaque signifying 50 years of membership. Evelyn was a 1946 graduate of Brownsville High School. She was a homemaker and in her earlier years worked at Reed's Drug Store in Brownsville where she met her first husband. For many years, with her second husband - Frank, she worked at Gudac's Bowling Alley in Brownsville. Evelyn was a strong, kind, independent woman full of life and energy. "Spirited" was a word used by many to describe her. She made the most of every situation and taught her family to do the same. She cherished her time with her family and friends and always put everyone else first. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends, cooking and baking for her family, bowling, shopping in Belle Vernon, and working puzzles. She loved all animals and birds, providing care to several animals without a home. Evelyn was a remarkable person and made a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She never forgot a birthday or special occasion. She was always there for her family and friends when they needed someone to listen, a shoulder to lean on, or just to talk. She will be greatly missed by all. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; Her beloved husbands, her first husband: Frank Peck and her second husband: Frank Gudac Brothers: Etre Cimaglia and Patsy Cimaglia Sister: Ladina Cimaglia Brothers-in-law: Jim Sofchek and Solomon Meese Granddaughter: Ashley Gudac She is survived by 3 children: Frank Gudac & wife Carol - Uniontown, PA Mark Piciachia and wife Liz - Albuquerque, NM Nancy Woodard and husband Pat - Apex, NC Grandchildren: Jonathan Chiarella - Oakridge, OR; Lauren Goletz and husband Justin - Uniontown, PA; Marcus Piciachia and Mischa Piciachia both of Phoenix, AZ; Marissa Shimshock and husband Charles - Uniontown, PA; Kaleigh Woodard and Troy Woodard both of Apex, NC; Great-Grandchildren: Kobe Peck - Butler - Albuquerque, NM; Chase Goletz and Nathan Goletz both of Uniontown, PA Brothers and Sisters: Mike Cimaglia and wife Minna - Cleveland, OH Albert Cimaglia and wife Lottie - Masadonia, OH Rose Marie Meese - Uniontown, PA Lenore Sofchek - Masadonia, OH Mary Slusarick & husband Vince - Brownsville, PA Sister-in-law: Joan Cimaglia - Brownsville, PA Several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, cousins, and numerous good friends with whom she shared many lasting memories. Friends will be received in The Skirpan Funeral Home 135 Park Street Brownsville, PA on Monday from 2-4 and 6-9PM and on Tuesday until 12:30PM where a prayer service will be held, followed by a Funeral Mass at 1:00PM at the Historic Church of St. Peter - Brownsville, PA with the Rev. Fr. Joseph Armamento as celebrant. Interment will follow in Taylor Cemetery, Brownsville, PA. A Parish Wake Service will be held on Monday evening at 6:00PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made in Evelyn's name to The Humane Society in your local area or to The Arthritis Foundation 3544 North Progress Avenue Suite 204 Harrisburg, PA17110.

Visitation Details

Monday, July 29th, 2013 2:00pm - 4:00pm, Skirpan Funeral Home

Monday, July 29th, 2013 6:00pm - 9:00pm, Skirpan Funeral Home

Service Information

Tuesday, July 30th, 2013 1:00pm, Historic Church of St. Peter

Interment Details

Taylor Cemetery

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