Marilyn Banghart

Marilyn L. Banghart, 82, of Waynesburg, Pa. and formerly of Carmichaels, Pa., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 31, 2021 in her home. She was born September 6, 1938 at home in Carmichaels, a daughter of the late George and Elsie E. (Goldstrom) Cales. Mrs. Banghart was a graduate of Cumberland Township High School and enjoyed cooking, entertaining and traveling. While she resided in Miami, Fla., she also enjoyed Latin dancing and swimming and snorkeling in the ocean. For 40 years, Mrs. Banghart served as an officer including the president of the Auxiliaries of Veterans of Foreign Wars Posts in Miami, Fla. and for Post 3491 in Carmichaels. Her last residence was at Gateway Senior Living in Waynesburg where she enjoyed many friendships and experiences.

Surviving are a sister, Vivian Cohen of Tiverton, R. I.; nieces and nephews, Shelley Ellis (Chuck), Terry Pecjak (Frank), Roberta Ferguson (Charlie), Dr. Tracey Cohen (Oscar Cruz) and Mark Danforth and several great nieces a nephews. Deceased are her husbands, Danny Krutko, David Wilder, Howard Banghart and John Waggett; two sisters, Evelyn Rulong and Gladys A. Danforth; two nephews, Bill Rulong and Dennis Danforth and a niece, Deeva Jo Dulaney.

There will be no public viewing and a celebration of Mrs. Banghart's life will be held from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3491, Carmichaels.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3491, 550 W. George St., Carmichaels, PA 15320.