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Eugene P. Bohna

November 09, 1933 - March 26, 2020

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Obituary For Eugene P. Bohna

Bohna, Eugene Paul, age 86, of Castle Shannon, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, March 26, 2020.

Beloved husband for 59 years to Elsie Luko Bohna; loving father, protector, and guidance to Jeannie Bohna (Brian) Cassidy, Kimberly Bohna (Timothy) Finocchi, Denise Bohna (Wade) Killen and Joanne Bohna Dami; best Pap-Pap to Brian Jr., Bradley, and Brett Cassidy, Alyssa and Dylan Finocchi and Keegan, Ryan, and Shane Killen; survived by his sisters Rose (Kenneth) Porter and Delores Babich as well as many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. His career of 36 years was spent in the elevator industry after proudly serving in the United Stated Army. Eugene loved offering guidance to his eight grandchildren, cheering on his Steelers, spending his winters in Florida and volunteering at Thursday night bingo at St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church where he was a devout member. But mostly he loved his beautiful wife and four girls. In the famous words of Eugene, fingers pointing, 'ain't no way'! No one will ever forget how you lit up a room when you entered, how your stories brought laughter and smiles to all and how whoever met you could never forget you. Dearest Eugene/Dad/Pap, you lived your life deeply loved, you will spend your eternity loved deeply. A celebration of Eugene's life will be announced and held at a later time. Arrangements entrusted to the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227.

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  • March 31, 2020

    Greg Swarmer

    You left many wonderful memories from our years at westinghouse elevator. Paula and i are so sorry for your loss. Rest peacefully iggy. Greg Swarmer

  • March 29, 2020

    Brian Cassidy

    Dear Pap, words cannot express the sadness our families are feeling. I will miss the countless hours we spent talking on your porch in Pittsburgh, my porch in South Florida and the many campgrounds over the years. Thanks for all your "guidance" whether I needed or not, we had sooo many laughs and I guess a few toddies too. The memories are endless! With these unprecedented times it is heart wrenching to witness what the Bohna family must endure to honor their father. At a time when the family should be grieving, Pap's four beautiful daughters and their mom are busy selecting readings, songs, making their own flower arrangements and working with a life long friend Father Dave Bonnar to face-time a blessing remotely, this is everything the church and the funeral home would normally provide. As sad as it is, it is the most beautiful showing of love and respect a father and a husband could ever dream of receiving. They are simply amazing! Pap, we look forward to a memorial mass and a Military Honors funeral that you so deserve and to celebrate the life of a GREAT MAN with your family and many friends. It is truly an honor to be part of the Bohna family, thank you for being a great father, grandfather, father in-law and best friend. Forever in my heart and on my porch!

  • March 29, 2020

    Cathy Pawlowski

    Elsie, Jeannie, Kim, Denise and Joanne - Deepest sympathies to you and your family. Your dad made the world a better place. Always a smile. Such fond memories of those Steelers parades in the neighborhood banging the drum! Wish we could be with you tomorrow as you celebrate and honor the life of your husband and dad. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Passion of Christ strengthen you all.

  • March 29, 2020

    James Dami

    Thank You for the impact that you made in my life. Proud of the man you were and the relationship we had. Zoey and I will miss you. We love you and will cherish the memories. My deepest condolences to Elsie and the beautiful Bohna girls. You will ALWAYS be in my thoughts and prayers.

  • March 28, 2020

    Becky Link

    Dear Bohna Family, I remember Gene so fondly. He was one of the great anchors of our neighborhood. I always remember him with a big smile on his face. I'm so sorry for your loss. It's not easy loosing such a great man. My thought are with you.

  • March 28, 2020

    David Lutz Jr

    Living behind Mr. Bohna for 30 years (and cutting through his yard daily), I got to see his Steelers signs in the front yard and him blasting his polkas on a warm summer day. Thank you for the wonderful lessons of being yourself, being kind, doing what you love to do, and loving your family with all your heart. I'll miss not seeing you out back.

  • March 28, 2020

    Jill B. Cain

    All my love and deepest sympathies. Uncle Eugene will be dearly missed. Thinking of you all. XO Jill.

  • March 28, 2020

    Michelle Myers

    Uncle "Ig", there are too many wonderful memories to list. I loved you dearly, my sweet Uncle. You eill be missed. Love, Shelby. Xo

  • March 28, 2020

    Elmer Berish

    Always was a person I looked up to such a great man and loving father. I will never forget the advice you have given me always good just to set and talk to him

  • March 28, 2020

    George Bonnar

    So sorry for your loss. What a wonderful man! Admired him, his spirit his devotion to family and faith. We will never forget the Steeler Parades in the 70's, "YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN". Thoughts and prayers, great memories!

  • March 28, 2020

    Barbara Molella

    Uncle Ig -- I smile when I think of you. You were such a sweet, loving uncle. You will be greatly missed, but we will hold close the memories. Love you!