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Irene Lanks

July 19, 1928 - October 03, 2022

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Obituary For Irene Lanks

Irene Lanks was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. She peacefully left this world at the age of 94 at The Caring Place in Franklin, PA on Monday, October 3, 2022.

Irene was born to Frank and Anna Truszkowski on July 19, 1928 in McKeesport, PA. In January 1947, Irene married her husband, Charles Lanks, Sr, who preceded her in death in 2020. She is survived by: siblings Wanda Evangelista and Frank Truszkowski; children Candi (Fred) Blackhurst, Charles Jr “Chip” (Lynda) Lanks, and Cindi Muehlbauer; grandchildren Michael (Beth) Blackhurst, Leesa (Jeff) Vitek, Charlie (Alex) Lanks, and Christopher (Sarah) Lanks; 12 great grandchildren; and her nieces and nephews. Granddaughter Lori Blackhurst preceded her in death.

Irene worked for Three Rivers Bank in Pittsburgh, PA for more than 30 years. She also volunteered at the Pleasant Hills Library for more than a dozen years. She loved spending time with family and friends. She liked to travel, play cards, do puzzles, read, and watch the Steelers. She was a member of Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church in Brentwood, PA.

There will be no visitation. A funeral service is scheduled for Monday, October 10, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227, followed by a burial in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, joining her husband in Cecil Township, PA. In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Caring Place in Franklin, PA or Saint Peter’s Church in Brentwood, PA.

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  • October 09, 2022

    Cynthia M. Czornij

    We will miss her smiling face at St. Peter's Church. She was always so pleasant and upbeat, lifting the spirits of anyone she conversed with. And, who can forget those snazzy, glittering manicures! Rest in peace, Irene. The world is a less happy place without you. Cindy Czornij

  • October 07, 2022

    Sharon

    To Irene's family: I am so sorry to hear of Irene's passing-- she was such a treasured library volunteer who was so dedicated in helping us. I always had such fun discussions with her on Tuesday mornings and loved making her laugh. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss- Sharon, Director @ Pleasant Hills Library

  • October 06, 2022

    sharon haines

    We are so grateful that we got to see Aunt Irene at a family reunion this past July! She looked fantastic and it was such a blessing to see her one more time! Thank you Lord! God speed Irene! Much Love! Sharon Truszkowski Haines and family.

  • October 06, 2022

    Chris Crompton

    I knew Irene from St. Peter's Church. She was a very kind person. I'm sorry for your loss.