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Age 55, unexpectedly on Saturday, September 20, 2025, of Baldwin. Beloved wife of William "Bill" Reiss; proud and cherished mother of Kayla and Jacob Reiss; loving daughter of Frank and Darlene (Hochendoner) Denk; sister of Frank Jr. (Donna) Denk, Stephen (Jennifer) Denk and Matthew (Kim) Denk. Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Thursday, September 25, 2025 from 5-8 p.m. and Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Saturday morning at 9:30. Mass of Christian Burial in Blessed Trinity Parish, St. Sylvester Church at 10:30 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Cali Cats Rescue, 2776 South Park Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. Kimberly Hanlon planted 10 trees in memory of Christine E. (Denk) Reiss . - September 26, 2025
Kristin planted 5 trees in memory of Christine E. (Denk) Reiss . - September 25, 2025
Carole Madden planted 5 trees in memory of Christine E. (Denk) Reiss . - September 25, 2025
September 27, 2025 Our hearts are broken for the loss of Chrissy Reiss, and to her beloved Family, Bill, Kayla, and Jacob, my sincere sympathy.💔 A beautiful dedicated wife & mother. Chrissy, as we all knew her, a warrior, through her determination and love of life she fought everyday with courage, always saying, "I'm feeling better, and my faith is strong to trust in the Lord." Truly an angel on earth and now a beautiful heavenly one from above, one day we will all be united. May Chrissy's Family's be strong in faith to ease their pain, and as we all say to our beloved, Rest In Peace Chrissy as you forever are held in the arms of our Lord and Savior. Amen. Linda (Scarlatelli) Mitton & The Mitton Family September 26, 2025 Dear Frank, Such a beautiful tribute to your sister who touched so many lives. My deepest sympathy to you and all of your family. September 26, 2025 Frank, Donna and the Denk family, We are sending our deepest sympathies to all of you on the sudden loss of your beloved Chrissy. May her memories be a blessing and be eternal. Steve and Liz (Bench) Castelli September 24, 2025 Dear Darlene and Frank, my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your daughter Christine, you will be in my daily prayers. May God be with you to comfort you at a very difficult time, sounds like she was an amazing lady.. Love ❤️ Nancy McAllister September 24, 2025 Bill and family, we were so very blessed to have Chris as a colleague and a beloved part of our team! Her positive energy and spirit were unmatched. We will miss her dearly. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. With Deepest Sympathy, Kristine Samsel September 24, 2025 My deepest sympathy to Chris's family, friends and coworkers. I heard only great things about the great work ethic, willingness to jump in and learn new processes, and for the positive impact she made to others she worked with. September 24, 2025 Bill, Kayla, Jacob and family - Thank you for sharing Chrissy with us all these years. May her memory be a blessing to you all, as it will be for us. Best, Mike Baker September 24, 2025 I worked with Chris at United Healthcare and just loved her. She was always so thoughtful and kind and was always willing to help anyone who needed it. Although I never met her in person I loved her and her sweet spirit. May God's tender mercies comfort you in your time of sorrow. Marla Foote September 24, 2025 Bill & Family - I worked with Chris many years ago at UHC when we were downtown. I am truly sorry for your family's loss - Chris was a genuinely kind soul. May she rest in eternal peace with Our Lord. September 24, 2025 Chris. I will forever be grateful for the work we did together, and all the laughs we shared. You were truly a joy to know. May you now rest easy. Peace and prayers are being sent to your husband, children, and all your family and friends September 24, 2025 Deepest sympathies go out to Kayla and her family on the passing of her mother. Rest assure that she was an angel here on earth, and was called to return to her Heavenly Father, and someday will be reunited with her loving earthly family. From: UPMC MERCY Wound Healing Center. September 24, 2025 Please know that I'm holding all of the you close in my heart as you face this unimaginable loss. Your wife, mom, daughter and sister was such a special person. I have so many memories from when I was younger, especially those summer days that were spent at Aunt Darlene and Uncle Hank's swimming. I know words can't ease the grief that you're carrying, but I hope you can feel how deeply she was loved and admired by everyone lucky enough to know her. Her spirit lives on in all of you; through your love for each other and the memories you all share. September 24, 2025 "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, saves those whose spirit is crushed." Psalms 34:18 September 24, 2025 Darlene, I am so very sorry for your loss. Chris was such a wonderful person and I am glad that I got to meet her many years ago. My prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and the family. September 23, 2025 There are no words that can truly capture the loss of Chris. She will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Chris cherished her family—Bill, Kayla, and Jacob were her whole world. The way she cared for her mother-in-law and family was nothing short of inspiring. Her love ran deep, and it showed in everything she did. From the moment we became neighbors, Chris embraced us like family. She ran out to greet our little ones with open arms, and I remember her leaning down and saying "are you my new neighbors" while scooping them up and putting their feet in her pool. Over the past 11 years, she treated them as if they were her own. Her kindness was never performative—it was genuine, effortless, and woven into who she was. Thoughtful surprises would appear at our door, always with love and intention. Chris was the kind of mom we all admire—fiercely devoted, endlessly proud of Kayla and Jacob, and always setting the bar high with grace and warmth. She radiated joy, always smiling, always lifting others up. The last time I saw her, she hugged me and asked how I was doing—coaching me through my own battle, even while carrying her own. That was Chris: selfless, compassionate, and always thinking of others. We will miss seeing her computer screen glowing in the early morning hours, her encouraging smile, and our back-and-forth deck talks. Her presence was a gift, and her legacy lives on in the love she gave so freely. Fly high friend. September 23, 2025 Chris was kind, sweet, strong and beautiful inside out. she is an angel who was sent to heaven too soon. May she rest in peace. Prayers to her family 🩷 September 23, 2025 Our deepest sympathies to the family. Chrissy was a genuinely sweet person and will be deeply missed Joe and Sherry Riley September 23, 2025 Jacob, Tara, and to the family of Chris, I am very sorry for your loss. While I never got to meet her, my daughter, Tara, spoke so highly and lovingly about her. With deepest sympathy, Tara's Mom, Lynne September 23, 2025 Chris had a heart of gold... always willing to help. She was an angel on this earth!! She will truly be missed. Contact Us to have your link and message added here. Please fill out the form below. We will contact suitable submissions with further details.Christine E. (Denk) Reiss
January 23, 1970 - September 20, 2025
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Obituary For Christine E. (Denk) Reiss
Christine, known as Chris, Chrissy, or Mother Dear to her children, was kind, loving, patient, generous, and overall selfless. She was the most wonderful wife and mother to her husband and children as well as a great daughter and sister. She took care of everyone around her without hesitation. She offered a helping hand, loving embrace, words of encouragement, and much more to anyone in need. She found joy in the happiness of others. She was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 24, but this did not define her. She used her diagnosis, strength, and resilience as a tool to support others. She was intelligent, motivated, and a hard worker, working for United Healthcare for more than 30 years. She loved animals. She left behind 3 cats and is preceded in death by 2 cats and 1 dog. She was an angel on this earth, who now resides in Heaven.Photos & Video
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