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Mary Ellen (Hamilton) Murphy

October 01, 1948 - January 22, 2022

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Obituary For Mary Ellen (Hamilton) Murphy

Mary Ellen (Hamilton) Murphy

Age 73 on Saturday, January 22, 2022. Mary Ellen is lovingly survived by her children, Tracy Cardello, Brien (Jill) Murphy and Kimberly (Stefen Bourg) Murphy; her grandchildren, Sean Michael, Lauren, Kyle and Bennet; and former spouse, Francis "Mick" Murphy. She also leaves behind her siblings, Regina (John) Kealey, William (Margie) Hamilton, Richard (Monica) Hamilton, Patricia Hamilton, Robert (Karen) Hamilton, Thomas Hamilton and Dennis (Noelle) Hamilton; her brother-in-law, Joseph Schanck, and many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Sophie Hamilton, her sister Kathleen Schanck and son-in-law Michael Cardello. Mary Ellen will be remembered, and greatly missed, for her vibrant love of life, positive energy and can-do attitude, which was embraced by all whose lives she touched. Mary Ellen’s generous and kind spirit was known and felt by many. She always said goodnight by saying “Happy face in the morning!” and that is exactly how she started each day… with a smile. She devoted her free time to Brookline Community Center and Resurrection Parish and was a dedicated employee of Canevin High School and the Diocese of Pittsburgh. She also spent many years working Penguin games and other events at the arena, where her concession stand was a fan favorite. Mary Ellen was an avid lover of Bingo, the casino, scratch-offs and the daily lottery. She loved spending time with her family during the holidays, vacations at the beach and getaways at Wheel-In-Campgrounds. Most of all, she cherished her brothers/sisters weekends. She will be missed beyond words, but her contagious positive spirit will live on in all that 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 Wednesday, January 26, 2022 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Thursday 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, Mary Ellen's family suggests donations to the Disabled American Veterans, VA Regional Office, 1000 Liberty Ave., Room 1606, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 or Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212.

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  • January 26, 2022

    Kathy Moeslein

    Dear Murph,,,,We are so sad to hear that your mom has passed away. Her obituary is beautiful and very touching. It made me wish I had known her more. Keep her memory alive in your heart. You are in our thoughts and prayers. "Your wings were ready but our hearts were not"...Kathy Moeslein & family

  • January 26, 2022

    Kathy Moeslein

    Dear Murph...We are so sad to hear that your mom has passed away. Her obituary is beautiful and very touching. It made me wish I had known her more. Keep her memory alive in your heart. You are in our thoughts and prayers. "Your wings were ready but our hearts were not"......Kathy Moeslein & family

  • January 26, 2022

    Rachael Pagone

    So sorry for your loss Kim. I know how close you and your Mom were. I know you will keep her memory strong and always with you. Thinking of you and you have my deepest sympathy.

  • January 25, 2022

    william hamilton

    Well, Mary Ellen as I sit here writing this I can only think of the many times we talked on the phone because we hated to tex. We talked of so many things and you kept me abreast of all the things going on with the brothers and sisters in Pgh. and beyond. We had a lot of good talks about the good times as kids growing up. That I will really miss, talking about Mom and Dad and the good old days. Well Mary Ellen you are in a better place now you are not suffering and as you ended all are phone calls tootle doo, Love You. Brother Bill.

  • January 25, 2022

    Paul Malone

    Kim, So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. It was a beautiful obituary and it made me wish I had known her!! Take care, Paul Malone

  • January 25, 2022

    Susan

    I am very sorry to learn of the passing of Ms. Murphy. May her memory be a blessing and may you have peace in your hearts. Susan Booth

  • January 24, 2022

    Leo Gielas

    I lost touch in later years,however, she was the cutest little girl that I remember in her youth. MaryEllen will always be my "Favorite Redhead". RIP Cousin Forever, Leo XO

  • January 24, 2022

    Denny Hamilton

    A great sister and friend. I will miss her phone calls and her abundant of information. Her little stories. Love Ya Mare toota lootie. Your little Brother Denny.

  • January 24, 2022

    Dennis Hamilton(Toms son)

    What a warrior! RIP aunt mares. She's lead a long and storied life and surrounded by loved ones in the end. What more can one hope for?