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Patricia A. Murray

Passed November 16, 2024

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Obituary For Patricia A. Murray

Patricia A. Murray, of Whitehall, passed away at age 92 on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Pat was “Gee” to many, a friend to all, and the bedrock of a large, loving family who will miss her warm and gracious presence. She is the beloved wife of the late Robert J. Murray; daughter of the late Anna E. and David M. Murray; sister of the late Norberta Fellner, Lydia Jane Schmitt, Mary Virginia and David Murray. Cherished mother to Debby (Jeff) Recker, Michael (Ellen) Murray, Kathy (the late Paul) Griener, Eileen (Don) Stanford and the late Susan (survived by Steve) Gilbert. Gee was ever-present in the lives of her grandchildren David, Robert, Shane R., Carrie, Shawna, Katy Jane, Patrick, Conor, Erin, Robert, Mathew, Caitlin, Daniel, Emilee, Brett, Sean, Lauren and Shane G., and 25 (and counting) great-grandchildren. She was also the fun-loving Aunt Pat to numerous nieces and nephews. Pat was a proud graduate of St. Mary of the Mount on Mount Washington. After Bob and Pat moved their young family to Brentwood, they raised their five children on Point View Road. It was on Point View that they developed relationships with neighbors who became extensions of the Murray family, with those relationships now spanning several generations. Pat was a remarkable role model to her family, especially in her unwavering faith. She led by example, always. She loved her role as a homemaker when her children were young and then enjoyed her re-entry into the working world as a bank teller. Among her favorite times were family vacations to Bethany Beach, DE. She belonged to numerous card clubs and in retirement was a faithful worker at St. Gabriel’s weekly Lenten Fish Fry. Her kindness and generosity through good times and bad will be forever missed, as she epitomized grace under fire. Our family will miss her so very much. She was our rock and a beacon of light, and the best way to honor her legacy will be to demonstrate the characteristics that made her so special. She had many interests and made friends wherever she spent her time. She overcame many hardships in her life yet always managed to see the positive things. “Well done, my good and faithful servant."

Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 from 2-8p.m. Funeral Prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:00. Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Hope Parish at St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church at 10:00.

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  • November 24, 2024

    Murray Family, So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I'm sorry I wasn't able to attend her viewing and service. Hope sharing stories of her life with others helped you find some peace. She was a special lady! Mary Ann (Schmitt) Fedak

  • November 20, 2024

    Your mom was a beautiful woman, what she left behind are how great her children are and the tools she left in life for all of you to be the great people you are. With love and so much respect, Donna Kissel

  • November 20, 2024

    Mike and Ellen :My deepest sympathy to your family with the passing of Gee. May she rest in peace. God Bless you all now and forever. Sincerely Sue Kautz and Family.

  • November 19, 2024

    Our deepest sympathy to the Murray family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.

  • November 18, 2024

    Hoping that in the midst of your sorrow and tears, some laughter & smiles work their way in. Your mom sure loved a good laugh! Sending good thoughts and hopes that her memory remains a blessing to all of you.

  • November 18, 2024

    Dear Murray family: We are very sorry to hear this. Your mom always had a smile on her face. May she rest in eternal peace. God Bless. Jack and Jan Claherty

  • November 18, 2024

    Kathy and Family, May you find peace and comfort. It was a pleasure meeting your mother at Amels. Your friends at Hidden Ridge.... John / Greg

  • November 17, 2024

    To 'The Murray's' as my parents always referenced when talking about any of you. I'm so sorry for your loss. You know how entwined your families lives have been with my parents for so many years. With your Mom passing, it feels like an end of that era. I know how much they all loved each other. When I think of your parents, I think of their smiles and laughter. Can you imagine the joy for the four of them to be together again? What a legacy your Mom has left. She was such a strong woman and I'm sure each of you carry that same strong DNA. Praying for you all as you grieve your Mom's move to Heaven. ❤️🙏🏻. Sheila Burke Howard

  • November 17, 2024

    My dear Gee, your departure left in my heart many beautiful memories, surrounded with love and good wine. As soon as Cam decided to marry lovely Shawna, you open me the door of your heart, which gave me the opportunity to see the wonderful person you are. We always got together in any occasion that Juanita and myself visited our family in Pittsburgh, starting that pleasant habit since we met. You got also inside the heart of Elena, Valentina and Manuela. Wonderful memories in the family trips to Cartagena and Bogota, where you share all your love with us. Special legacy that you left inside me, be known by your example, teach distinction, offer family support and have strength and independence. The souls and memories remain with us, and I thank God for allowing me to have you as part of my life and learnings.

  • November 17, 2024

    Our hearts are heavy as we remember Gee, a loving grandmother whose kindness and wisdom touched so many lives. May her memory live on in our hearts, bringing comfort and strength to all who loved her. Memo and Juanita

  • November 17, 2024

    Please allow me to share a poem that was once given to my family when our father passed and again when my mother departed. The words in this poem seem to put everything in perspective. Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free. I'm following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when I heard his call, I turned my back and I left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way I've found that peace at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah, Yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow. I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, I savored much. Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don't lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me. God wanted me now; he set me free.

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