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Edward F. "Fish" Hlad

January 29, 1932 - September 02, 2024

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Obituary For Edward F. "Fish" Hlad

Age 92, of Pittsburgh, currently residing in Mooresville, NC, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2, 2024.

Beloved husband of 61 years to Betty Carol Hlad; loving father of Lisa Marie (J. Ulrich, III) Matthis; proud grandfather of his "Bud", J. Ulrich Matthis IV. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Edward served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1949 to 1952. He worked for more than 30 years at Bettis as a Senior Technologist. He served as a Eucharistic Minister at Jefferson Hospital and was an American Legion Chaplain. Ed was also a 4th Degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Monday, September 9, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Tuesday morning at 11:15. Mass of Christian Burial in Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Thomas a' Becket Church at noon. Interment will follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with full military honors at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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  • September 06, 2024

    Jane Hlad

    I am so sorry Aunt Carol, I remember your marriage to my Uncle Fish in Fort Thomas. He was the first man that gave me perfume, "Evening in Paris." I felt so big- I was in grade school! He and my Dad would tell stories about when they were little which were amazing! I know how hard these months have been for you. Praying for strength for you as you go through the days ahead. Lisa and family you have my prayers also.at this difficult time. I remember your Dad traveling in bowling competitions- he came to Cincinnati once and I had him over for dinner and I think Toby was 3 or 4. Such fun memories. A daughter never gets over the loss of her father. Sending love and hugs to all of you. Jane Hagan Hlad

  • September 06, 2024

    The Winwood Family

    Aunt Carol, Lisa and family: May God comfort and keep you safe in His hands during this difficult time. We are praying for you as you struggle with the loss of Uncle Fish. Remembering all the good times we had with Uncle Fish growing up - especially around the holidays and family celebrations. With the loss of someone dear, the challenge isn't to learn to live without them, but to learn to live with the love they left behind. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. Sending love and peace - David, Nadine, Joseph and Nicholas

  • September 06, 2024

    Melany Hlad

    Aunt Carol, Cousin Lisa and family, My deep and sincere sympathy goes out to you at this time of sorrow. One of my fond memories of our families - I remember the Christmas Eve family gatherings on Oak Street, to celebrate the traditional Christmas Eve Vilija. Love, Your niece Melany

  • September 05, 2024

    Christine Robbins

    Sincere sympathy to Aunt Carol, Lisa and family in the loss of our "baby uncle"- we will have fond memories of 908 Oak Street and the family gatherings. Love, Your niece Chris

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