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Dorothy Irene (Rugg) Shimko

April 18, 1930 ~ November 16, 2022 (age 92) 92 Years Old
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Beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Dorothy Irene Rugg-Shimko, 92, passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter, Vicky, on November 16, 2022. She was born on April 18, 1930, in Skullton, PA. Dorothy was the last remaining sibling of her six sisters and brothers born to Ida and Lloyd Rugg. She was predeceased by her parents, siblings, and husband, Paul. She was the former owner- manger of Namosa Village Restaurant and Bar on Route 40 in Markleysburg, PA for many years. Dorothy is survived by her three children, Vicky, of Meyersdale, Vivian, of Clearwater, Fl, and Paul (Buster) and wife Diana of Markleysburg. She loved nothing more than to spend time with her beloved grandchildren Tiffany, of Houston, TX, Julie, of Uniontown, Paula (Gatlin), of Houston, TX, Jessica, of Markleysburg, Nick, Avon, NC, and Kathy of Meyersdale. Great-Grandchildren Paul, of Roanoke, VA, Antonella of Houston, TX, Ellee and Max of Houston, TX, and Kolton and Deven of Uniontown, PA. Dorothy loved music, singing, and dancing. She cared for disabled children for a year. She traveled to Italy, Puerto Rico, Aruba, Hawaii, Bahamas, Disneyland in California, Branson, MO, and numerous other places with the Senior Citizens on bus trips. Dorothy dedicated her time, life, and love to her children. A celebration of life to honor Dorothy's legacy will be held in the springtime. Please consider making a donation in her name to your favorite charity. Arrangements by the M. Ray Leckemby Funeral Home. (www.mrayleckembyfh.com)

 

 

 

 


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