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Melanie A. (Baran) Hahn

October 31, 1931 - September 10, 2017

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Obituary For Melanie A. (Baran) Hahn

October 31, 1931 - September 10, 2017

Hahn, Melanie A. (Baran) Age 85, of Paramount Sr. Living in Bethel Park, former lifelong resident of Penn Hills, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 10, 2017.

Raised in Beaver Meadows, PA, Melanie was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, and graduated from Hazleton High School. She completed her degree in Home Economics and Specialized in Early Childhood Development at The Pennsylvania State University, where her brother Carl introduced her to Joseph Hahn. They married in 1954, residing at Ft. Campbell, KY, before moving to Penn Hills, where they were active supporters of Penn Hills School District and charter members of Highlands Aqua Club. For many years, Melanie devoted her musical talents as an organist to St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, the family's parish. A Penn State devotee, Mel sent all four children there and created many happy memories for them, hosting Saturday's tailgates at Happy Valley. Moving to Paramount Sr. Living in 2011, Mel enjoyed weekly craft projects, bingo, prayer sessions, rosaries, and Happy Hours. She is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph, parents John and Mary (Scheer) Baran, brother Carl and wife Barbara, sister Lorraine and nephew Lance. She is survived by her children, Rosemary, Patricia, Richard (Lori) and Julie (David) Miller, her beloved granddaughter Lauren Miller; her brothers Victor (Lorraine) Baran and Roman (Rita) Baran; and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Tuesday, September 12, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where a blessing service will be held on Wednesday morning at 10:30. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to a charity of one's choice.

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  • December 11, 2019

    Patty, Rosemary, Richard and Julie, I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing, your parents are dearly remembered, I will keep all of you in my prayers.

  • December 11, 2019

    To my wonderful Penn State family. I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing, but I know she and your Dad are having a great tailgate with Mr. B. I was so lucky to know the whole Hahn family. Please, know my prayers are with you at this time and always. Love, Barb

  • December 11, 2019

    To the Hahn's Rosemary & Patty, We send our sympathies to you at this sorrowful time. I will always remember the times with you and your parents involvement with the swim team at HAC and the trips to the wilmerding Y for winter practice.

  • December 11, 2019

    To the Hahn family: We were saddened to read of your mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  • December 11, 2019

    To the Hahn family: We were honored and blessed to have Mel and Joe as neighbors for 42 years. Our hearts go out to all the friends and family of this wonderful couple. Peace be with you, Mel.