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Carol Ann Moye, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 26th. Carol was a lifelong educator who devoted her life to inspiring and nurturing others, both in and out of the classroom. Carol earned her BA in Special Education from Duquesne University, and subsequently earned her MA in Digital Media. She was certified to teach four different areas of expertise: special education, reading, computer literacy and music education. Carol spent many years as a teacher in the Pittsburgh Public Schools, starting as a special education teacher at John Morrow, then moving to teaching language arts and technology at Reizenstein Middle School, then  City High Charter High School in Downtown Pittsburgh and Westinghouse  High School.  As a teacher, her creativity, dedication, and compassion touched countless lives. She believed deeply in the power of education to transform lives and encouraged her students to dream big and think deeply. Beyond the classroom, Carol was a woman of many talents and passions. She had a deep appreciation for music, playing the cello throughout high school and later organizing the African-American community orchestra.  She also taught herself how to produce original hip-hop beats so that she could teach her students at City High how to use music creation software, keyboards and synthesizers. She got her family involved in learning to play classical music and had a lifelong hobby of collecting and learning to play instruments, including Cellos, pianos, flutes, guitar and saxophone, among others. Another lifelong hobby of Carol’s was photography. She learned to developed film in her darkroom and enjoyed photographing wildlife (particularly butterflies), plants, and community events.  She joined a group of African-American photographers in Pittsburgh – “Feel Like Going On” and exhibited her photography at several studios in Downtown Pittsburgh between 2005-2016.  She enjoyed sharing her skills and knowledge as photographer with children as well as her nephew Jason Shelton and niece Talia Shelton. Carol was also interested in exploring her family roots and enjoyed exploring historical archives in Richmond, VA.  She amassed a great deal of genealogical records dating back to the early 1800s and was an early adopter of Ancestry.com for sharing the results of her research with extended family. Carol was the glue that held the extended family together, helping to raise nieces and nephews, organizing family travel to build relationships including annual trips to Michigan, North Carolina and West Virginia, and being the one to organize family reunions of the extended Shelton and Miller families. Carol is survived by her devoted husband of 44 years, Richard Moye, her children Alana(Najeeb), Richard (Jocelyn), and Steven (Janessa), and her grandson Adam.  While her father, James Chester Shelton, whom she loved dearly, passed away in 2005, she   She is also survived by her mother Beatrice Shelton and her siblings James (Dolores), Linda, and Carl (Kelly), along with a large extended family and countless friends who will miss her dearly. Carol’s legacy is of faith, love of family, generosity and lifelong learning. Friends received Friday, May 2, 2025 at Rose Funeral Home & cremation Services, 10940 Frankstown Rd Pgh PA 15235 10am till time of service at noon

Age 84, of Homestead, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Son of the late Lev Altman and Bella Melaeva; father of Konstantin Murashkov and Leonard H. (Lyubov Levina-Brooks) Altman; grandfather of Myron Altman and Mariia Murashkova; brother of Vera Rosman; also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at noon, the Homewood Cemetery, 1599 South Dallas Ave., Pgh., PA 15217

Robert Martin Atkins, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away at the age of 86. A man of intellect, strength, and boundless generosity, Robert touched countless lives with his wisdom, kindness, and unwavering goodness. His legacy lives on in every heart he touched, and the impact he made on this world will endure forever.

 

Born in Library, Pennsylvania, Robert was the third of nine children of William Thomas Atkins and Cora Lee (Hill) Atkins, who had journeyed north from Salem, Virginia in search of better opportunities. Raised in a home filled with faith and service — directly across the street from Mt. Zion Baptist Church, where his father served as Chairman of the Trustee Board and his mother as Church Clerk and President of the Senior Mission — Robert learned early the values of leadership, devotion, and community. He accepted Jesus Christ into his heart at an early age at a Mt. Zion church revival.

 

After graduating from high school, Robert attended Virginia State University as an ROTC cadet, studying military science and earning his commission as an officer. He served his country with distinction for over 20 years, including during the Vietnam War. While stationed overseas, Robert’s compassion shone brightly when he adopted an orphanage run by local nuns. He not only gave his own time and resources to support the children, but inspired others in his platoon to join his efforts. For this work, he was honored by the nuns with commendations that spoke volumes about his character.

 

Robert retired from the Army at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, but his service to others never stopped. He went on to open an African American art gallery and an import/export business focused on African art and artifacts — using culture and commerce to educate and connect communities. Later in life, his passion for history led him to become a historian, preserving and sharing the stories that mattered.

 

Above all, Robert was a family man. He is survived by his devoted wife, Mary Lee Brady-Atkins, Ph.D.; his children: Robert and his wife Leslie, and daughters Leeanne and Victoria; and his stepchildren: Dr. Laura Sullivan and her husband Dr. Paul Sullivan, and Paul Brady. He was the proud grandfather to Samuel Atkins, and step-grandfather to Paul Sullivan Jr. and Brent Sullivan.

 

He is also survived by six of his siblings: Betty, William, George, Ann, Lois Jean, and Brenda, along with countless nieces, nephews, and friends who looked up to him.

 

Even in his later years, Robert continued to live a life of service. Returning to his roots in Library, he moved in with a disabled cousin to care for him with patience, love, and grace. He was a guiding force in the community, offering support and generosity — from mentoring young boys to buying them bicycles as a healthier way to spend their days.

 

Robert was the consummate big brother — not only to his siblings, but to anyone in need. He was, truly, God’s gentle warrior.

Age 64, of Monroeville, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025. Son of the late Ragland J., Sr. and Eleanor J. Biggs; devoted husband of Terry Biggs; loving father of Michael (Shakira) Wilson and Trevor (Isabella) Wilson; grandfather of Keishonn, Kendyl, Michael III, Cassidy, and Sofia; brother of Mari Beth T. Biggs; nephew of Charles E. (the late Agnes) Coston; also survived by a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Friends received Thursday, April 17, 2025, 11 a.m. until time of Service at noon at ROSE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pgh., PA 15235.

Age 86 of Penn Hills, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.  Son of the late Anthony and Mary Zatek, beloved husband of the late Patricia Hall Zatek, father of James (Lynelle) Tunstall, Jeff (the late Valerie) Tunstall, Marcia Tunstall Dimara, Greg (Cindy) Smith.  Grandfather Lisa, Patty, Jimmy, Dakota, Michael, Anthony, Dominic, Angelo, Jace, Matthew and Chris. Daniel is survived by 15 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.  Brother of the late Annie, Emil, Marian, Katherine, Paul, John, Dorothy, Margaret, William and Elizabeth.  Brother in law of Sheirley Socci and Dorothy Slovina Zatek also survived by 3 nieces and proceeded in death by one niece.  Friends received Monday, April 14, 2025,  10am till time of service at 11:30am at the Rose Funeral Home & cremation Service 10940 Frankstown Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

“To live in hearts we leave behind, is not to die” Audrey Williams, age 82, of Monroeville, passed away peacefully in her home, on Thursday, April 3, 2025. Born the daughter of the late James Roy and Ida Mae Williams (Dudley). Beloved mother of Elliott (Lee) Williams and Mark Williams. Cherished grandmother to Lorenzo Williams. Adored sister to William F. Williams (Jacqueline Williams) of Chicago, Illinois, Daryl Y. Gregg of Johnstown, PA and Brady A. Williams of Pittsburgh, PA, who called her Augie or Augie Podgie. Audrey was preceded in death by five other siblings, Yolanda Ptomey, Hugh E., Donald J., Alice Hall (Alexander “AD” Hall), Janice Warren (Harland) and Mildred G. (Mil). Affectionately known as Aunt Audge to niece, Melanie and her children; and aunt Audrey by a host of other nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and loving friends. Audrey attended Soho Elementary School in Pittsburgh’s Soho District and Fifth Avenue High School. Audrey’s family later moved to the East End, where she graduated from Westinghouse High School in 1960. Audrey worked as a Lab Assistant at St. Margaret’s Hospital, then pursued her nursing aspirations at St. Francis School of Nursing, where she graduated from in 1973. She received the school’s award for Highest Achievement and graduated as class Valedictorian. Her care, compassion and love to help other inspired her 33 year-long career at the VA Hospital, where she retired in 2002. Audrey’s work ethic would not allow her to rest in retirement. She also had a two year career as school nurse for the Penn Hills School District. Keeping true to her need to always work and fulfill her God-given purpose, Audrey was a volunteer for the Garden City Food Bank in Monroeville, PA for many years, and was currently still serving as a volunteer up to Thursday, April 3, when she was scheduled to assist with the unloading and organizing of local donations received. In her youth, Audrey loved poetry and was an avid reader, which lasted the entirety of her life. She was also the “champion” at Jacks (her long nails helped), Monopoly and RISK. She would play these games until her opponents were exhausted, then she would allow them to quit but only if they left the game in the current status, to return the next day, so that she could win. Audrey’s nursing prowess made her a stalwart of the family when it came to ailments and medical conditions. Young and old could go to her for advice, compassion and care. Audrey believed she was put here to administer to others and she did so with every bit of her soul. She will be sorely missed by so many, but she will forever remain in our hearts. Friends received on April 10, 2025, 4 pm-8 pm, at ROSE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 10940 Frankstown Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Funeral service will be held Friday, April 11, 2025, at 11 am, at Garden City United Methodist Church, 500 Laurel Dr., Monroeville, PA 15146. Audrey’s Favorite Scriptures: Psalm 27:1-4 1. The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 2. When the wicked came against me to eat up my flesh, my enemies and foes, they stumbled and fell. 3. Though an army may encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war may rise against me, in this I will be confident, 4. One thing I have desired of the Lord, that will I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in His temple. Psalm 27:8-14 8. When You said, “Seek My face,” my heart said to You, “Your face, I will seek.” 9. Do not hide Your face from me; do not turn Your servant away in anger, You have been my help; do not leave me nor forsake me, O God of my salvation. 10. When my father and my mother forsake me, then the Lord will take care of me. 11. Teach me Your Way, O Lord, and lead me in a smooth path, because of my enemies. 12. Do not deliver me to the will of my adversaries; for witnesses have risen against me, and such as breathe out violence. 13. I would have lost heart, unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. 14. Wait on the Lord; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; wait I say on the Lord!