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LaVerne L. Orban

July 22, 1938 - February 28, 2025

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Obituary For LaVerne L. Orban

Age 86, died peacefully from complications of COPD on February 28, 2025. She was born on July 22, 1938 to John William and Loretta Siefert Cahill in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. LaVerne graduated from St. Raphael High School in 1955 and married the love of her life, Stephen A. Orban, in 1958. The two had 4 children. She was widowed at age 41 and never remarried. LaVerne worked for Mellon Bank and later for the National Slovak Society until she retired. For almost 50 years, she lived in Brentwood, a nearby Pittsburgh suburb. She moved to Troy, Ohio, to live with her son Sean and his family in 2020.

LaVerne was extremely social and had a heartwarming smile and infectious laugh. She was fun-loving and enjoyed ballroom dancing. With an artistic flair, she wrote poetry and created wreaths and other home decorating crafts. An avid cook, she savored making special meals and food to share with others. A voracious book reader, she was a member of the Brentwood Library book club for decades. She delighted in playing games of all kinds, including mahjong. She developed a love of playing cards as a teenager, a pastime that brought her pleasure throughout her entire life. After moving to Troy, she became an active member of the Troy Senior Citizens Center.

She was a compassionate and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, neighbor, and friend. Above all else, LaVerne cherished her family. She is survived by 3 of her children - Sue (Rupert), John (Karen) and Sean (Debby); 7 grandchildren – Sarah (Neil), Maddy (Phil), Stephen (Kayla), Brooke, Ally, Kate, and Stephanie; and 2 great grandchildren - Jack and Ruby Sue. Her daughter, Carolyn Orban, died of cancer in 2020.

Per LaVerne’s request, funeral services will be held lovingly and privately.

Memorial donations may be made to Drop the Puck on Cancer/Duttine-Cavataio Fund (a nonprofit established to support residents of Brentwood battling cancer), 301 South Hills Village, Suite LL200, Box 18, Pittsburgh, PA 15241 OR the Troy Senior Citizens Center, 134 North Market St., Troy, OH 45373

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  • March 25, 2025

    Marti Pytel

    We are genuinely sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. May the loving memories of your Mom help to ease your pain. She was a sweet lady and a dear to all. Love, The Pytel Family

  • March 23, 2025

    Patrick

    John and Sean. So sorry for your Loss. Your Mom was great. Fond Memories of walking by your house in Brentwood and Hanging out with you and your Mom. My prayers are with you Patrick Cunningham

  • March 04, 2025

    Paul & Mary Ellen Bauer

    Sean, we're very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You will all be in our prayers. Paul & Mary Ellen Bauer

  • March 04, 2025

    Linda Strom

    I've known Laverne for many years through the NSS. She is one of the nicest persons I know. My sympathy to the entire Orban family. Strom and Palko families

  • March 04, 2025

    Nat mastriano

    Sue, John, and Sean Sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. My deepest sympathy to you and the family. Nat

  • March 03, 2025

    Theresa

    My deepest condolences to the orban family. She spread laughter and sunshine when here in Florida. Im so sorry for your loss john karen stephanie sarah and jack

  • March 03, 2025

    James Shore

    Prayers and warm thoughts are being sent to the Orban Family. So sorry for your loss.

  • March 03, 2025

    Patricia A Ritter

    Sean and family: So very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a beautiful friend to many of us. She always greeted me with a smile. Prayers for comfort at this sorrow filled time... Pat Ritter and family

  • March 03, 2025

    Jim Crofoot

    We are so very sorry for your loss, Sean.