Groft

Barbara Gayle (Mohney) Groft, known by her close friends and family as Kiddo, passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Gayle was born in Kittanning on Jan. 28, 1937, and spent many wonderful years spreading unconditional love, joy, sarcasm and sass to any and all around her.

Gayle grew up in Kittanning and had a close relationship with her five sisters and brother. Gayle met Bill and they married in Kittanning in February of 1960. After just a few years as newlyweds, the couple had a daughter, Tracy Hudson, followed by another daughter, Patricia Sapp. Bill and Gayle eventually settled in Butler, where they spent the majority of their married lives.

In her later years, Gayle enjoyed traveling the world and playing golf with her husband, Dr. William L. Groft. She also enjoyed bowling, spending time with her family, often accompanied by a competitive game of dominoes, and catching up with friends over a good cup of coffee.

Gayle is survived by her daughters, son-in-law, Wesley Sapp; three grandchildren, Kaitlin (Patrick) Stack, William Sapp and Scott Sapp; as well as her younger, brother William (Avis) Mohney, and many treasured nieces and nephews. An incredibly strong, fiercely loyal and loving sister, wife, mother and grandmother until the very end, may she rest in peace.

She was predeceased by her husband.

GROFT — Friends of Barbara Gayle (Mohney) Groft, who died Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, will be received from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday and from 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday at THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.

A blessing service will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Deacon Mitch Natali officiating.

Memorial donations may be made to the BC3 Education Foundation, P.O. Box 1203, Butler, PA 16003-1203.

All who knew Gayle are encouraged to share memories of her and upload photos to her unique remembrance at www.thompson-miller.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.