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LOLA O'DEA Obituary
Lola (Scappellato) O'Dea, 78, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Clairton, passed away peacefully on Saturday after a short illness. Loving mother of Kieran (Jennifer) O'Dea; and beloved grandmother to Quinten, Alyssa, Elena, and Devyn O'Dea. She is also survived by her twin sister and soul mate, Lois Bernardi; and sister, Elaine Coulter; beloved "aunt sis" to Sandra Bernardi Hathazy; and aunt to many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by many dear cousins and relatives. Lola was a member of the Peace Corp. from 1965 to 1967 serving in Venezuela. An avid traveler, she met her late husband, Anthony O'Dea, in Europe, and they were married on the Rock of Gibraltar in Madrid, Spain. Lola retired from the Brashear Association after 30 years of service helping those in need on the Southside of Pittsburgh. She was a passionate reader and loved art. She was a tireless advocate for women and human rights. Family and friends will be received on Monday, July 24, 2017, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Funeral Ceremony will be held Tuesday, July 25, 2017, 11:30 a.m., in the Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Brashear Association, 2005 Sarah Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz.
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Susan Wandless
July 18, 2023
Hard to believe it's been six years since Lola has passed. I will keep her and her family and friends in prayer. May you rest in peace always as you watch out for us on earth
Love Susan Wandless
Susan Wandless
July 18, 2019
hard to believe it's been 2yrs. Still never gets any easier, but the memories are doubly sweet. always in our hearts. Susan & family
Sandra Jeannette
February 6, 2018
Miss Scappellato taught physical education and coached our St Paul Cathedral High School Basketball team to the 1964 Girls Championship. Miss Scappellato was truly present in our lives and invested time in our development as young women. We were fascinated with her decision to join the Peace Corps. Miss Scappellato was kind and thoughtful in helping her students navigate their high school years. We were so blessed to have had her influence in our lives.
Sincere sympathy and prayers,
Sandra Jeannette
Class of 1965
Cathedral High School
Brennan Carey
July 27, 2017
Thinking of all you today, Kieran, Jen, Sandra, and "ster" and of course her beloved grandchildren. I will never forget Lola's wonderful spirit, kindness and sauce. I was in squirrel hill today and visited upstreet news and bought my lottery ticket in her honor. Sending love to all of you!
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Ada (Pudge) Yardas
July 26, 2017
Although I only had contact with Lola at gatherings of the Kutscher clan, it was over an extended period of time. I truly enjoyed our conversations. She led an amazing life & I admired her greatly. I would like to express my deepest sympathy & prayers to her family & friends. She will be deeply missed. (Dottie Kutscher' Mom)
July 24, 2017
Kieran, Lois and Sandra--so sorry to hear about Lola--she was one of a kind and I know she'll be missed. Sorry I couldn't be there, but I'm thinking about all of you today...Love, Joan Brnilovich
Judy Brown
July 24, 2017
My condolences to the Family. May you find comfort in God's word at John 6:4O.
July 24, 2017
One of our own. Rest in Peace.
Clairton High School, Class of 1957
http://clairton1957.com/memorial.html
July 24, 2017
Our Condolences. Lola was a very nice person and will be missed. Rest in Peace. Joe & Jean Bobyn
July 24, 2017
We are sorry to learn of the passing of Lola, but grateful for her service to our nation with the Peace Corps in Venezuela.
Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association
Susan Wandless
July 24, 2017
Christmas and birthdays will never be the same. Will always remember Lola's loving care and kindness, a most beautiful, fun loving grandma and best sauce maker ever.
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