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Louise Marie (Novak) Altares

February 23, 1929 - February 12, 2025

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Obituary For Louise Marie (Novak) Altares

Age 95, of South Hills, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.

Former wife of the late Timothy Altares, Jr.; beloved mother of Noel (Karen), Timothy III (Cheryl) and Rebecca (Michael) Zinnikas; loving grandmother of Danielle (Jon) Sarik, Ian (Katie) Altares, Timothy (Nora) Altares, Kiersten Zinnikas, Erin Altares (Connor Perry), Patrice Zinnikas (Ethan Gruber), Colleen Altares and Gregory Zinnikas; proud great-grandmother of Elise Sarik; daughter of the late Vincent and Hedwig Novak; sister of the late Walter, Josephine, Valerie, Cecelia, Frank, Rose, Roman, Harriet, Irene, Leonard and Johanna. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Toots did a remarkable job as a single mother raising her children. She left a legacy of faith and love and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Monday, February 17, 2025 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Blessed Trinity Parish, St. Sylvester Church at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, you may contribute to Humane Animal Rescue, 1101 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 or a charity of your choice.

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  • February 17, 2025

    Ida Mae Bichler

    Always will remember u an my aunt Carol being roomates in the Baptist homes an kane. You both looked out for each other. Now being together Carol will watch out again playin bingo with you I loved sharing lunches with both of love idamae both u both looked out for each other

  • February 16, 2025

    Val Rogers

    Dear Aunt Toots, we'll never forget you! When the Novak sisters were together, it was quite the event! I posted a picture of the 4 of you on the funeral home website. Remember when my 2nd daughter, Ellen, was born, and you came to visit? You were tickled pink, because Ellen's middle name was Louise! You gave her a size 4 dress as a present (that's thinking ahead!). Worked out great, though, as our older daughter Carolyn got to wear it too. It was only a little worn out by the time Ellen grew into it. Our mom ('Johanna Anna Banana' as she was called way back when...) loved you best of all. Rest in peace, and enjoy the Novak Sister's reunion!! Love, Val (Johanna's 2nd of 4 daughters)