David F. Figgins

On April 24, 2021
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David F. Figgins, age 92 of Pittsburgh, passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021. He was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, the son of the late Irene and David Figgins. Beloved husband of Pearl; loving father of Lynne, Peter, Michael (Sue), and Barbara Figgins; grandfather of Erin, David, Ryan, Sean, Kathryn, Joey and Kira; great-grandfather to Jasper.
David was a founding board member of the River City Brass Band and Three Rivers Rowing Assoc., former board member of Liberty Mutual, Carlow University, Salvation Army National Board, PICT, PSPE, Pittsburgh Harlequins Rugby, PTEI and the Irish Center. He was a member of Oakmont Country Club, past district governor of Pittsburgh Rotary Club and past president of Gaelic Arts Society.
Throughout his career David helped shape the skyline of Pittsburgh from Heinz Hall to PPG Place, Highmark’s Fifth Avenue Place, and Allegheny General Hospital among many others.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Private arrangements were entrusted to Pittsburgh Cremation & Funeral Care, Robinson Township, PA. To share condolences please visit www.PittsburghCremation.com.

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Joan Stein

Apr 25 2021

Dear Lynne and family I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was “larger than life”. May his memory be a blessing

Bonnie M Banze

Pearl and family, Sorry for your loss. I will always have fond memories of him coming to exercise at Sarah Heinz House and sharing great stories. My favorite was the story of how the two of you met. I also will never forget the St. Patrick's Day social when you both sang Irish songs. He always brought a smile to my face. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Bonnie Sarah Heinz House

Mary Beth Sullivan Poremski

Dear Pearl and family, As the youngest child of Paul and Virginia Sullivan, I have vivid and joy-filled memories of Pearl and Dave from both the Gaelic Arts Society and the Irish Centre. Dave was a charismatic “presence” of positivity and spirit each time he walked in a room, and what I did not see mentioned in his tribute was his lovely singing voice. I well remember my mother accompanying Dave on the piano at the various Gaelic Arts events. As a little girl, this left such an impression on me, a handsome, red haired gentleman with the voice of an Angel! Heartfelt condolences for your profound loss from the entire Sullivan family, Paul Jr., Ginny, Kate & Mary Beth

Donal Warde

To Pearl & the Figgins family. It has been my pleasure & honor to have known David for 40 years. His enthusiasm, community engagement, generosity & bonhomie were always present in abundance. Mary & I will also sorely miss him. " Ar dheis De' go raibh a anam " {An Irish obituary blessing. "May his soul rest at the right hand of God."

Lisa Bilowith

Ryan, Erin and Dave, I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m sending so much love your ways!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Mama Lisa

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