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Lois (Killen) Held

July 11, 1930 - February 19, 2026

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Obituary For Lois (Killen) Held

Age 95, of Providence Point, formerly of Whitehall, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

Beloved wife of 68 years to the late John F. Held; loving mother of Kathy Schmidt, Kris (Marshall) Limetti and Karen (Bill) Leonard; caring Gui of Michael (Brookshield) Schmidt, Matthew (Allison) Schmidt, Abby Schmidt, Cailin (Matt) Hogya, Danny Limetti, Lauren (Jon) Kurtz and Hillary (Rob) Kaufman; proud Great-Gui of six, soon to be seven; sister of the late Raymond (survived by Becky) Killen. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and their families. Lois was a kindergarten teacher for many years throughout the area. She was a longtime parishioner of St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church where she sang in the choir and was a proud student of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Friends will be received at the John F.Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Friday, February 20, 2026 from 3-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Saturday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Hope Parish, St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-1607 or St. Vincent DePaul, 3048 Pioneer Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15226.

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  • March 17, 2026

    Julie Barbish

    To the Held family: my mom, Anne Bronder, was blessed to call your mom a wonderful friend. Your mom, besides being a good bridge player, was very kind, thoughtful, and generous. I'm glad your mom got to go to my mom's viewing and by the way your mom looked great then and that was only two years ago. Not sure how many in their circle of friends is still around, but those who have passed are enjoying each other's company once again in a better place. Julie Barbish

  • March 17, 2026

    Pete Bronder

    John & Lois were good friends with my parents: Ed & Anne Bronder. Now they are all together again. My condolences. Pete (son of Ed & Anne)

  • February 22, 2026

    Jan Claherty

    Karen and Family, please accept our sincere condolences. Your mom was one of the sweetest people I ever met. Sending hugs and prayers to all. God Bless! Jack and Jan Claherty

  • February 21, 2026

    Kimberly Ann Kappeler

    Kimberly Ann Kappeler Sorry for your loss Kimberly Ann Kappeler

  • February 21, 2026

    Glen Baumgart

    I was lucky to have Lois as an Aunt for the past 22 years. She was an amazing woman the kind of person that just seemed like she would outlive everyone around her. Her number one priority was family and she (and Uncle John) welcomed me into the family immediately. We all lost a great one. May she rest in peace and dance for eternity with Uncle John. I am very sorry that I was not able to attend the funeral.

  • February 20, 2026

    Duolingo QA Team

    Sending our love and condolences to Lauren, Jon, Jack, and the rest of the family. 95 years is a magnificent journey, and we're sure her presence will be missed. The Duolingo QA team is keeping your family in our thoughts as you celebrate her life and the many memories you shared together.

  • February 20, 2026

    Paulette Brooks “P”

    I was happy to meet Kathy's mom and am honored that she let me call her "cute". Rest easy great lady.

  • February 20, 2026

    Linda Held

    I loved Aunt Lois and thought everything she did was reflective of her dynamic personality. Her laugh was genuine and she always had a smile ready. She was funny, kind, and sweet. We lost a loved one, but I think heaven wanted her back. ❤️

  • February 19, 2026

    Nancy Held

    Aunt Lois was a dynamo with a good heart and an ever present smile. She will be missed.

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