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Colleen (Denniston) Rimmel

March 31, 1927 - January 27, 2022

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Obituary For Colleen (Denniston) Rimmel

Beloved sister, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away at the age of 94 on January 27, 2022. Colleen was the daughter of Thomas and Margaret Denniston and wife of George H. Rimmel. She is survived by her brother Thomas, son and daughter, Kurt and Kathleen, grandchildren Tess, Kyle, Erin and Zachary as well as great grandchildren Jaxson, Peyton and Maggie. Colleen a lifelong Pittsburgh resident, was a graduate of Brentwood High School and later attended the University of Pittsburgh earning both Bachelor of Arts and Masters of Education degrees. She became a dedicated and beloved elementary school teacher in Pittsburgh for over thirty years. Very spiritual, Colleen was a devoted member and lector for both Saint Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin church and Saint Paul of the Cross Monastery. Colleen will be dearly missed and remembered for her determination, love of children, music, creativity, spirit and faith. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Sunday, January 30, 2022, 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm. Funeral Prayer on Monday morning at 9:15 am. Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Hope Parish, St. Gabriel of The Sorrowful Virgin Church at 10 am.

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  • March 07, 2022

    Rochelle Packard

    I just found out today, that Colleen had passed away. I worked with her at Overbrook School. She was a wonderful teacher and was so kind and helpful to me when I started working there. I remember the beautiful school Christmas parties she hosted at her lovely home. The world has lost an exceptional person.My deepest sympathies to the Rimmel family.

  • February 01, 2022

    Robert Rimmel

    Rimmel family, I hope that our Lord brings you and your family the much-needed peace during this sad time. My condolences to you and your family. Aunt Colleen's wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. May she rest in peace!

  • January 30, 2022

    Shelly Mehrenberg

    Life should have many more Colleens in it! I knew her from St. Paul's. She was kind and sweet and very smart. We often ate lunch together when she was there. The chat topic often was about dogs and how she loved them..as I do. She was also a great example of what a Christian should be. Rest in peace Colleen. My sympathy to your family.

  • January 30, 2022

    Judy Amrhein

    I was so sorry to hear of Colleen's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing her through St. Paul's Monastery. She was truly one of the kindest people l have ever met. May she rest in God. Judy Amrhein

  • January 28, 2022

    Jan Claherty

    Kathy and family...so sorry for your loss. If you need anything, we are here for you. God Bless! Jan, Jack and Allie Claherty