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Sylvia Ann Corbin Hall passed away Monday, October 20, 2025, at her home in Wilkinsburg Pennsylvania.  Sylvia was born December 31, 1935, to John Taylor and Della Margaret Corbin. She was raised with her brother, Vernon Corbin, in Lincoln Park Penn Hills. After graduating from Penn Hills High School, she married the love of her life, Charles Peter Hall Jr. During the 1970’s she worked for the Penn Hills school district as a school community liaison to resolve racial tensions. At the age of 45, having raised eight children, she decided to go to Connelly Nursing School to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. She started her nursing career in the Pittsburgh hospitals, moved to Highland Park Center for Disabled Adults, and finished out her nursing career with private duty. Sylvia loved people and wanted to see them come to know Jesus. She served in many capacities in her community, schools, and church, serving and those who were in need. From caring for a teen mother’s baby so she could finish high school to ministering to families and individuals who were diagnosed with life threatening conditions, she loved people. She was preceded in death by her husband and one of her sons. She is survived by her sister and brothers, her six sons and one daughter, her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins and many friends. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 10:30am at Covenant Church Pittsburgh, 2110 Andrews Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15221.

Carolyn Ann (Lindsey) Patterson was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on December 20, 1946.  She was the second child of Ruth (WillAford) Lindsey and Enoch Lindsey.  Carolyn was raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania along with her six siblings and lived in the neighborhoods of the Hill District, St. Clair Village, Northview Heights and Wilkinsburg.  In 1964, she graduated from Perry High School with an academic focus in the area of secretarial studies.  She excelled in shorthand, typing, and dreamed of being a court stenographer after high school. Her first professional position was with the Western Union Company followed by a position at the campaign headquarters of Lyndon Johnson, Hubert Humphrey and Geneveive Blatt as an assistant.  Later she obtained an administrative position at PPG Industries and most recently, as the administrative assistant for Dr. Jose Moura in the College of Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University where she spent nearly 35 years. As a young woman, Carolyn was beautiful, energetic and enjoyed music and social gatherings with friends.  She loved to travel and experience new and exciting things.  She often spoke of her desire to learn to read music and play instruments such as the piano and drums. Carolyn met Joseph Patterson, her husband of nearly 40 years, at the Victory Baptist Church when she was a young girl.  They married on August 14, 1976, and settled in the Penn Hills area.  In 1980, she welcomed her daughter Heather Dawn who she loved and cherished. Carolyn loved being with her family and spent holidays playing games and helping to prepare the holiday feast at the home of her sister.  She was kind, soft-spoken yet tenacious in her efforts.  She was compassionate and had a strong work ethic throughout her career. Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents Ruth (Williford) Lindsey and Enoch Lindsey as well as husband Joseph Patterson, sister Roslyn (Bobby) Hassain and sister-in-law Donna (Donald) Lindsey.  She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Heather (Chinedu) Ogbulie and grandsons Chiemelie and Jidenna.  Also cherishing her memory are sisters Gwendolyn (Lash) Daviston, Phyllis (Charles) Dillard, Marilyn (Stanley) Hudson, and brothers Donald Lindsey and Edward (Adrian) Lindsey.  She will forever remain in the hearts of so many including special friends, extended family, colleagues, and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends received Tuesday 6pm to 8pm at the funeral home, service will be held Wednesday at  9:30am at Central Baptist Church,  2200 Wylie Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15219, the family will not be receiving/viewing prior to time of service at 9:3am.

Edna Judd, (Adie to friends and family), passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025. She was 101 years old; born on January 8, 1924 to Lena and Morris Herr.

She met Elmer Judd at a party in 1945. He said that he immediately knew that she was the girl for him. Together, they lived a very full and rich life; for almost 74 years of marriage. They were very active socially; traveling the world and enjoying winters in Florida.They had a very close and loving bond.They are survived by their 2 children, Michele Mackey (Lou) and Barry Judd (Fran Steger),who were their pride and joy; as well as several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Adie was strong-willed and a loving and caring wife and mother. She was a great cook, always expressing her love through her cooking and insisting that we take food home with us. Playing tennis with friends, as well as bridge and mahjong were among her favorite activities, as well as spending time with family and friends. Our parents also attended the symphony and other cultural events on a regular basis. In addition to her roles as wife, mother, sister, and friend, Adie worked for many years as an Administrative Assistant to the Dean of the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh

We wish to honor the many people who helped with our mother’s care over the past six and a half years. Shawntee, Todey, Jennifer and Norma, your love and support was invaluable to her and, maybe, even more so to us.The last 10 months at Asbury Heights were difficult, but the compassionate care from many staff members on Evergreen will always be remembered. Pam, Sammy, Stacey, Diane, Thelma,TJ and so many others were amazing. Knowing you has truly been an honor.

Graveside services were held on October 9, 2025. Memorial contributions can be made to FAMILY HOSPICE.

Dolores Doss, of Penn Hills, PA, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family members on October 6, 2025, at the age of 73. Lovingly known as Dee, she was the last of seven children born to Boston and Mary Kelley. At the age of 17, she was first of several family members to be baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and remained faithful to the end of her life. When she was 21, she married Lamont Doss. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She enjoyed spending time in the ministry and being with family and friends. Dee is survived by her daughter, Adetra Young, granddaughters Ra’iel (Stephen) Chajnicki, Quateria Young and two great-grandsons, De’Mari and Aris; sisters Mildred Brown, Barbara  (Carlos) Steele, Paulette (Elliott) Thompson and sister-in-law, Anne Kelly; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband Lamont Doss, grandson Yaheim Young; parents Boston and Mary Kelley; siblings Boston Kelley Jr., Margie Kea and Curtis Kelly. Dee was loved and will be missed by many. Funeral arrangements will be private.

Age 95 of New Castle, PA, formally of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2025.  Wife of the late Angelo John Muto.  Mother of John (Jeanne) Muto, Kathy Shelhammer and Joseph Muto. Mother-in-law to the late Paul Shelhammer.  Grandmother of Lisa (Lou) Sanchez, John (Amittie) Muto, great grandmother of Lucas Sanchez, Laci Sanchez, Sophia Muto and Arabella Muto.  Victoria lived for her family, GOD and her church; she played the organist for her church for over 60 years.  Victoria was a great wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.Victoria’s husband used to always quote Proverbs 31:10-31, when referring to his wife: The Wife of Noble Character ^10 [a]A wife of noble character who can find?  She is worth far more than rubies. ¹¹ Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. ¹² She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. ¹³ She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands. ¹⁴ She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar. ¹⁵ She gets up while it is still night; she provides food for her family and portions for her female servants. ¹⁶ She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard. ¹⁷ She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks.¹⁸ She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night. ¹⁹ In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers ²⁰  She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy. ²¹ When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in scarlet. ²² She makes coverings for her bed; she is clothed in fine linen and purple. ²³ Her husband is respected at the city gate, where he takes his seat among the elders of the land. ²⁴ She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the merchants with sashes. ²⁵ She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. ²⁶ She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. ²⁷ She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. ²⁸ Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: ²⁹ “Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.” ³⁰ Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. ³¹ Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.   Friends received Friday, September 12, 2025, 10am til time of Service at 11am at Sharpsburg Family Worship Center, 600 Clay Street, Sharpsburg, PA 15215.  In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Family. ~62nd Street Bridge will be closed Friday please plan alternate route~