Virginia (Whitehead) Israel 72 ofVandergrift passed away Monday August 19. she was born January 21, 1941 and the daughter of the late Clarence and Blanche (Little) Israel. Virginia's favorite pass time was theInternet, sewing and crocheting, spending time with her family especially the grandchildren. she is survived by a son Joseph E. (Sandy) Isreal of Vandergrift, a daughter SuzanneKnepshield of Vandergrift, a sister Sally (Angelo) Trisoline of West Vandergrift, a sister in law Dee Israel of Leechburg, six grandchildren Ashley, Amber, Daniel, Curtis, Joey, Tiffany and five great grandchildren Andrea, Blake,Broollyn, Treyton, Tyler and her dogZoey. In addition to her parents, she ispreceded in death by her husband Sylvan W. Israel, a brother Edward W.Isreal and a sister Florence Coutch. There will be a memorial service on Saturday August 24, 2013 at 11 am at The Janette L. Gamble Funeral Home Inc.2842 River Road Vandergrift, Pa 15690. 724-567-7006. with Pastor Lee Rupert officiating There will be a memorial service on Saturday August 24, 2013 at 11 am at The Janette L. Gamble Funeral Home Inc.2842 River Road Vandergrift, Pa 15690. 724-567-7006. with Pastor Lee Rupert officiating