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Age 100, of South Park, formerly of Carrick, passed away in her home on September 18, 2026. Betty was born February 9,1926 in the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Pittsburgh, to the late William J. and Mellora R. (Ries) Reich. She was preceded in death by her husband James T. Breisinger, sisters Regina (Reich) Caruso and Mellora (Reich) Kielarowski, and her brothers William and Gerald Reich. She is survived by her eight children to whom she gave the gift of life: James R. (Donna Jean), Gary D. (Sharon), Donna J. (Terry) Tressler, Larry W. (Linda), Coleen R. (Bill) Roecker, Glenn J. (Becky), Terry P. (Adrianne), and Dale D. (Partner Linda), 23 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, her brother, Ronald Reich, sister-in-law, Claire Bench Breisinger, and numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws. Betty was a loving and devoted wife and mother, an avid reader and writer, sports enthusiast, flower gardener and devoted Christian. A person of high integrity and honesty, she was also a self-reliant, independent minded person. She believed in treating everyone the same without favoritism or prejudice and routinely contributed to numerous charities. She always had a positive and pleasant disposition. She loved people, conversation, and picnics. Her passion was her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A 1944 graduate of South Hills High school, she worked for various employers including Graybar Electric, Blue Cross and Children’s Hospital, all of whom valued her dedication, cheerfulness, high intelligence and skill. In 1948, she married the love of her life Jim. They enjoyed a marriage of nearly 70 years while performing her favorite job of raising their eight children. Betty's family thanks all the caregivers who cared for her, just as they would their own mother. They include private duty caregivers Judy Morgan, Amber Husar, Mimi Gruber, Martha Regan, and Stacy Caruso; the Comfort Keepers Team, the Home Stay Comfort Care Team, the Interim Hospice Team, and previously the Bridges Hospice Team. They all worked with the family to enable Betty to remain in her home as the need for assistance developed during the last five years. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227 on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. in Blessed Trinity Parish, St. Basil Church 1735 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to VisAbility,1816 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219; or St Jude Children’s Hospital, Partners in Hope, PO BOX 50, Memphis, TN 38101-0050. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Gary Tomeo planted 10 trees in memory of Betty M. (Reich) Breisinger . - October 03, 2026 Cindy and Dave Friend, Chris and Nicole Hibbs, Julia Lang planted 10 trees in memory of Betty M. (Reich) Breisinger . - September 22, 2026
John D Nogan & Julia McCurdy planted 5 trees in memory of Betty M. (Reich) Breisinger . - September 22, 2026
Mary Blashich planted 5 trees in memory of Betty M. (Reich) Breisinger . - September 22, 2026
The Horn's Family planted 10 trees in memory of Betty M. (Reich) Breisinger . - September 20, 2026
September 23, 2026 Jim, Donna and the entire Breisinger family, I offer my deepest sympathy to you. You were so very fortunate to have such a wonderful woman to be a part of your lives for so many years. May the memories you have of her sustain you now. Thoughts and prayers are with you. September 22, 2026 To the Breisinger family, I was very sad to hear about your mom passing away. She always had a kind smile and a giving heart and welcomed the Paul family into her own. We had so many memories playing in the woods below you and up that crazy muddy hill from our house. That is what a childhood was and friends were more like family. May your mom rest in peace now and you as a remarkable family will carry on her legacy and her kindness for which she truly was. I am so sorry I was unable to make the viewing and see all of you. Picked up a nasty cold from work and did not want to share with the many that came to pay their respects. Deepest Sympathy to all of you. Love Kathy ( Paul) Hanobik September 22, 2026 To all of my cousins, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom. She was truly an inspiration to me. I loved the times I spent with her talking about the good old days. I will cherish those memories always. September 21, 2026 To all of my cousins I offer my deepest sympathy. Aunt Betty was a wonderful person. I recall spending time with her & Uncle Jim until his passing. She shared soo many beautiful memories with me & for that I'm forever grateful. She will be missed. September 21, 2026 our condolences for Betty and Debbie who I am sure misses her, Fran Campas September 21, 2026 Dear Breisinger Family- I would like to offer my condolences on the passing of your mom. I grew up in Carrick and spent lots of time with Glenn and Terry playing baseball and running track and cross country at CHS.. I also knew Donna from activities at what used to be called "the shelter house." I never met Betty, but what a wonderful family she raised! I will never forget the three kids that I grew up with...first class people, all of them. My prayers are with you for God's comfort at this time. September 21, 2026 My deepest condolences to all of my cousins and their families. John and I loved Aunt Betty. She was such an amazing woman and I so enjoyed hearing stories about her growing up with my dad. Those are memories I will treasure. Our thoughts are with you during this time - Bonnie (Reich) Ansbro September 20, 2026 To the Breisinger Family: Our deepest sympathies. She was a remarkable lady. Our prayers and thought are with you all. Ken & Ellen Regel 1408 Greenbriar Ct. September 20, 2026 Aunt Betty was such a kind woman. She was very intelligent and could engage in any conversation. She took the time to talk to each and everyone of us. My thoughts are with her beautiful family. Denise Breisinger September 20, 2026 What a wonderful, wonderful woman and the sweetest, most loving aunt. She leaves an amazing legacy. All of my love and prayers to my cousins and Uncle Ron and everyone who loves her. —Paula Reich September 19, 2026 My love, prayers and condolences to my eight nieces, nephews And spouses. Betty was a wonderful mother! She was my sister, My teacher and friend leaving me with cherished memories! September 19, 2026 Donna, Terry and other family members, So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. What an incredible lady. I met your mom a few times at your house...what a sweet lady. What a wonderful life to make it to 100 years old. I'm so glad you were able to celebrate her 100th birthday with her. Loved the pictures of her at the party. May the good memories that you had with her give you some peace and comfort over these days to come. Love,Diane (Wolf) Grace 🙏❤️🤗 September 19, 2026 Love & hugs to all my Breisinger cousins! We are so blessed to have a huge amount of memories over the years! We will miss Aunt Betty's smile & love! September 19, 2026 Larry, Linda and the entire Breisinger family, Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your mom. She led a remarkable life and what a legacy she left behind. We know she's looking down on all of you with pride and love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom & Ruth Contact Us to have your link and message added here. Please fill out the form below. We will contact suitable submissions with further details.Betty M. (Reich) Breisinger
February 09, 1926 - September 18, 2026
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