Genevieve Giffin, 99, of Butler, passed away Saturday, January 29, 2022 at Sunnyview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born January 5, 1923 in New Castle, the daughter of the late Leopoldo and Roseanne (Pugliano) Burgo.
Genevieve and her husband owned and operated Giffin’s Jewelry Store in Butler from 1962 – 1987. She was a member of St. Fidelis Catholic Church. She also served as Butler Township auditor.
Surviving are her three sons, Thomas J. (Debora) Giffin of Tucson, AZ; William J. Giffin of Portland, Oregon and David E. Giffin of Bellefonte; two grandchildren, Cassandra (Joseph) Dixon and Allison Giffin, two great grandsons, Cooper and Keegan Dixon.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Joseph J. Giffin, who passed away on April 10, 2019 and 10 brothers and sisters.
Friends will be received at Young Funeral Home, Ltd., 127 W. Jefferson St., Butler, on Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 10AM until the time of Blessing Service at 11AM. Masks are required to ensure safety of all those present.
Interment will follow in the Butler County Memorial Park Chapel.