Donald W Mahoney
March 23, 1928 - November 22, 2020
Darlington Township
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Donald W Mahoney
March 23, 1928 - November 22, 2020
Darlington Township
Obituary
Donald W. Mahoney, 92, of Darlington, passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020 in his residence.
Born March 23, 1928 in Greensburg, PA he was the son of the late Timothy P. and Mary R. (Mayes) Mahoney. Donald was a WW II veteran serving in the US Marine Corps. A graduate of the FBI academy, Donald worked as a Pennsylvania State Police Officer. During his career as he ran the Southwest Police Training Center in Greensburg, and was in charge of the Chippewa Barracks. He then went on to work for Beaver County as a tipstaff for almost 30 years, working for President Judge McBride.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Sara (Hartley) Mahoney; six brothers, Paul, James, Robert, John, Thomas and Joseph; and a sister, Eleanor Petroy.
He is survived by 2 sons, Donald T. (Linda) Mahoney and Daniel Mahoney; one daughter, Jane (Walter) Garrison; four grandchildren, Jenna, Josh, Kathleen and Neil; seven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received on Sunday from 4pm-7pm and Monday 9am until the time of a blessing service at 10am in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Chippewa Twp., gabauerfamilyfuneralhomes.com. Fr. Bill Schwartz will officiate.
The members of the Beaver County Special unit will meet at the funeral home at 9:45 a.m. to perform full military honors.
Private interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery.
Visitation
- Date & Time: November 29, 2020 (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 118 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
Blessing
- Date & Time: November 30, 2020 (10:00 AM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 118 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
8 responses to Donald W Mahoney
Jenna says:
November 25, 2020
Pap always loved to cook! I remember spending the night before Thanksgiving so we could prep the turkey. He always had to share new recipes with me when he stumbled across a “good one.” He will always be a gourmand to me. Cheers, Pap
Jenna says:
November 25, 2020
He was so proud to have been a Pennsylvania State Trooper and can remember his retirement party like it was yesterday. Your legacy of your service will continue on. Salute, Officer Donald W. Mahoney
Jenna says:
November 25, 2020
Pap NEVER missed mass, except until a few weeks ago, when he slept through mass on WTN. I had to convince him that God would understand and that all would be well. I used to call Pap, Pope Don Pap, just for this reason. So happy that his faith was so strong and hoping that he wasn’t afraid to pass, because I know that he’s entered the Pearly Gates and is feasting with all those waiting for him. 🙏🏽❤️
Jenna says:
November 25, 2020
A rose to remember the many years you were a parishioner and all the communion you gave, including me, on my First Holy Communion. I love you, Pap. Always yours, ~Jenna
Jenna says:
November 25, 2020
For all the Steelers games and golf matches you’d watch with your eyes closed 😉 but knew as soon as I changed the channel. Love you, Pap