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John Jefferson Downing, Sr.

January 7, 1953 — February 28, 2025

McKeesport

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John Jefferson Downing, Sr., 72, of McKeesport, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025. He was born on January 7, 1953 and was the son of the late Leonard Wayne, Sr. and Barbara (Hite) Downing. He was the loving husband of 32 years to Melita "Lita" (Horne) Downing. John was a US Army Veteran. He enjoyed taking his son to drag races and tractor pulls at Bud's Creek, Maryland and spending time with his family. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, John Jefferson (Kelly) Downing, Jr. of Maryland and Thomas Downing of McKeesport; grandchildren, Julia, Nate and Hailey; brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends are welcomed Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak. (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director. Military Honors will take place in the funeral home at 7 PM. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

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Visitation

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

2:00 - 4:00 pm (Eastern time)

Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.

1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131

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Visitation

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

6:00 - 8:00 pm (Eastern time)

Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.

1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131

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Military Honors Service

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

7:00 - 8:00 pm (Eastern time)

Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.

1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131

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