Melissa Kugler

Melissa Ann Kugler, 52 of Elizabeth Township passed away Thursday June 11, 2026. She was born June 19, 1973 in McKeesport to the late Jeremiah A. Kugler and Chong Ae (Pak) Mignogna. Melissa was in a life changing accident at the age of 7 - leaving her paralyzed from the neck down and dependent of a ventilator most of her life. Regardless of the medical needs over time, Melissa was a sweet soul and never let anything stop her. She obtained an Associates degree, and was a very loving Aunt to her niece, Amber. She also loved shopping, and hockey, but her favorite thing was music and attending concerts of her favorite bands, like One Republic. In addition to her mother, Chong, she is also survived by her step-father, Jeffrey Mignogna; her brothers, Jerry Kugler of Elizabeth Township, and Richard (Sawitree) Kugler of North Versailles; as well as her niece, Amber Lynn Kugler. The family would like to extend extreme gratitude to all of the nurses who took such wonderful care of Missy through the years.

Friends are welcome Sunday, June 14, 2026 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Funeral Service will take place Monday, June 15, 2026 at 10:00 am with Pastor Young Cho officiating. Interment will follow at Round Hill Cemetery. Condolences can be made at GilbertFuneralHomeAndCrematory.com