Mildred C. Cloonan

Mildred was born and raised in Homestead, PA to the late Martin and Ellen (nee Mulkerrin) Flaherty.

In her early years, Mildred worked at the U.S Steel Corporation in Pittsburgh until she was in her mid 30's. After marrying her husband and starting a family, she became a housewife. Mildred was devoted to raising her children and caring for her family. Her roast beef and mashed potatoes were legendary. You never went hungry in Mildred’s presence.

Mildred was a longtime member of St. Michael the Archangel Parish, where she was also a member of the Ladies Sodality and Rosary ministries. Up until the age of 94, she was the Uber driver of her friend group. She would load up all of the neighborhood church ladies in her Lincoln Town Car and drive them down the parkway.

Mildred was the beloved wife of the late James Cloonan, Sr. and loving mother of David Cloonan (Barbara), Germaine Klock (Kristopher) and Kim Gieda (late Robert Sr.). She is also survived by her grandchildren Laura Davis (Jolon), Leslie Klock (Rome), Amanda DeShields (Matt), Ariel Gieda, Robert Gieda Jr., Kelly Cloonan and Mason Cloonan; her great grandchildren Devon, Lincoln and Peyton and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mildred was predeceased by a daughter Maryellen Cloonan, a son James Cloonan Jr. and his wife, Kathy, 4 sisters and 5 brothers.

Mildred was the rock of her family and took the best care of everyone around her. She lived her 102 years with an unending supply of kindness and empathy. She made everyone feel comfortable, loved, and important. Her spirit will live on in the lives of her family who will carry her always.

A funeral mass will be held for Mildred at St. Michael the Archangel Church this summer, please check back for updates.