Henry O Hill
Passed away February 15, 2025
Myrna Lashley
Myrna LeSueur Lashley departed this life on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the Seneca Place Skilled Nursing Facility in Penn Hills.
Myrna was born on September 16, 1938, in Leechburg, PA to the late Daniel LeSueur and Christina LeSueur. Myrna was one of 15 children; 12 preceded her in death: Narrace, Bertha, Maude, Leonard, Laverna, Elmira, Willavene, Flora, Gloria, Daniel Jr., Loretta, and Everett.
Myrna is survived by sisters, Jean Buchanan of Cumming, GA, Gail Powell of Plum Borough; sister in-law, Dianne LeSueur of Leechburg; stepdaughter, Linda Lashley; and stepson, Armel Lashley, both of Plainfield, NJ.
Myrna was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Armel Eugene Lashley with whom she was happily married for 27 years. While they married relatively late in life, they shared amazing times together and devoted themselves unconditionally to each other.
While Myrna never had children of her own, she was blessed to have scores of nieces and nephews (way too many to list here) with whom she enjoyed incredibly close relationships, many of whom considered “Aunt Myrna” as a second mother. Words can’t describe the impact that Myrna and her nieces and nephews had on each other.
After graduating from Leechburg High School in 1956, Myrna immediately made the trek to Pittsburgh where she began her adult life. Myrna was employed in a variety of retail sales roles, but her career was elevated when she landed a Regional Sales Representative position with the Reid Meredith Wig Company. Myrna traveled each week to cities across the Eastern and Midwestern United States, where she represented Reid Meridith and their wig and fashion products to major retailers.
Armed with vast knowledge and experience from several years at Reid Meridith, Myrna became the owner of The Fashion Wig Company in Pittsburgh. Myrna thoroughly enjoyed her customers, many of which were cancer patients. Myrna loved her work, even in retirement, she would style her customers’ wigs at home and perform house calls for a few of her special long-term customers.
While work was central in Myrna’s life, her huge group of siblings, nieces, nephews, and cousins was equal in importance. Throughout the years, Myrna was instrumental in pulling together members of her large extended family, from all over the country, for family gatherings and large reunions.
Additionally, Myrna had a special group of friends that she connected with through a variety of social events and activities. Myrna cultivated many of her friendships when she was an active member of Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church in Lincoln Larimer and Ebenezer Baptist Church in the Hill District.
Friends received Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 11 AM until time of service at noon at ROSE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills. Interment we be held at the Homewood Cemetery.
LouAnn Duncan
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Born on November 27, 1952. Wife of Charles A. Duncan; and daughter of the late Jack and Martha Simmen. Sister of Richard (Gigi) Simmen and Jack Simmen. Beloved mother of Krystol Rucker and Kerri (Jon) Turner. Grandmother of Brooke, Kayla, Kentrell, Kyah, Jaylah and Bryael. One great-granddaughter, July. Louann will be missed by a host of other family and friends. A memorial service will be held February 22, 2025, at noon, at the ROSE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 10940 Frankstown Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Western Pennsylvania Humane Society.
Mariya Nakhamkina
Passed away January 27, 2025
Marvin Levick
Marvin Howard Levick, born on March 11, 1934, to the late Bennie and Lillian, in Pittsburgh, PA, passed away peacefully, on Friday, January 24, 2025, leaving behind the legacy of his loving family.
Marvin is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Judy (Markowitz), with whom he shared a lifetime of cherished memories. Together, they raised three children, Debra Levick Rudel, and Emery Levick (Cynthia) and Ronald Levick. Marvin was a proud grandfather to Eric Rudel (Elizabeth), Alex Rudel (Rebecca), Rachel Rudel, Andrea Levick, Macy Levick, Rowan Levick, and Kyle Levick. He was also blessed with two great-grandchildren, Goldie (Alex and Rebecca) and Evelyn (Eric and Elizabeth). Also survived by his loving sister, Marcia (Levick) Fireman; and Judy’s brother, Earl Markowitz; and his many nieces and nephews.
A lifelong learner and academic achiever, Marvin graduated first in his class from the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. He was invited to Omicron Delta Kappa, National Leadership Honor Society (Pitt’s highest undergraduate honor), which earned him a commemorative brick on the University’s Walk of Fame. He continued his education at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, where he excelled as one of the top students in his class. His passion for knowledge and commitment to excellence defined his career as a physician. After his tour with the US Public Health Service, he joined a private practice in the eastern suburbs of Pittsburgh, where he touched countless lives with his care and compassion.
Marvin and Judy shared a love for travel that took them to fascinating destinations around the globe. Their adventures were marked by a world map adorned with push pins representing the many places they visited together; always accompanied by Marvin’s trusty pillow.
Marvin’s studious nature follows him in death as being part of a study for Altzheimers research. Due to this study, the family has chosen to forgo a traditional funeral. Following a private service, Shiva will be held for one night at Ron’s home, on the corner of Aylesboro (5751) and Murray, in Squirrel Hill, on Monday, January 27, 2025, at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations will be appreciated for the Anti-Defamation League or a charity of your choice: https://support.adl.org/give/174715/#!/donation/checkout. Tribute email is Marvinhlev@yahoo.com
Taja Griggs
Passed away January 18, 2025
