MARY GORMAN Obituary
Of Shadyside, on Tuesday, October 9, 2018, age 74. Beloved wife of Richard A. Goldman; mother of Alison K. Babusci; daughter of the late James Gorman and Alice Berlinger; sister of Michele Boyd; also survived by Josh Goldman, Seth Goldman, Ian and Sara Boyd, Amy, Jody, Kylie, Jake and Sophie Goldman. Her career spanned teaching to civic leadership, from book selling to the most active retirement as a Life Trustee of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and a champion for many causes large and small. She loved her best friends Richard and Alison with all her heart, but touched countless lives with her love and light and kindness. Visitation Friday, October 12th from 1 to 4 and from 6 to 8 at MCCABE BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside. Memorial service Saturday, October 13th at 1 p.m., at Allegheny Cemetery, Temple of Memories, 4715 Penn Avenue. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh or to your own favorite library. Condolences may be left at www.mccabebrothers.com
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Jane Gargaro
October 5, 2020
Every time I take a short cut in my cooking, I think of how Mary Alice and I never did that when we were young. Meatballs were always made from scratch, not premade from the Giant Eagle or bought fully cooked and frozen from Trader Joe’s. I cherish the good memories we made, my friend. Jane
Jane Gargaro
October 5, 2019
It's been almost a year, Mary Alice, but your radiant smile still shines through. Miss you, my friend.
October 17, 2018
Dear Michele and Family,
You have my deepest condolences on Mary Alice's passing. I will remember her as a gracious and creative lady.
Peace to all,
Donna Gentilcore Revtai
Cindy (and Ron) Pollack
October 13, 2018
I was so sad to find out that Mary Alice passed away. I remember the first time I came to Mystery Lovers for the Thursday night book club. The discussion was very short and very uneventful. While I was waiting for my hubby outside, Mary Alice came and sat and talked to me and she encouraged me to return the following month and many years after that. She was an extremely amazing woman who I always enjoyed spending time with and who I admired greatly. Heaven just got another angel. Deepest sympathy to Richard, Aliso and family.
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Alice Mentzer
October 13, 2018
Alison, I know how close your are with your mom and how much it hurts, but she'll be with you forever and always! May you and Richard find peace in the future.
Kathy Colborn
October 12, 2018
Richard, So sorry to hear of Mary Alice's passing. I loved going to Mystery Lover's Bookshop and was a regular customer. I enjoyed many hours there as I searched for new books and you and Mary Alice always made me feel welcomed and appreciated as a customer. I remember how warm she was....how friendly and welcoming. You both offered suggestions to new authors to try and never led me astray. I loved MLB and the owners so much. I felt so loyal to you both I didn't buy a Kindle until you sold the store. The world is a better place for having 74 years of your amazing wife live in it.....
October 12, 2018
Death is never easy to cope with but God's word can comfort you. Isaiah 57:13
Natasha & Bill Brittain
October 11, 2018
Alison, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I know she was such a light and inspiration. She will surely live on through you. So much love to you, Richard and your family. Xoxo
Lynn Sanker
October 11, 2018
Allison, so sorry for your loss, you have my deepest sympathy and I will keep you in my prayers.
October 11, 2018
Dear Allison,
I want to offer my condolences and tell you how sorry I am.
Leila Friedman
Vicki Stiefel
October 11, 2018
Mary Alice was incredibly kind to me when I was starting out as a writer. What a lovely and special woman! She will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences, Richard, Alison, and family.
Mara Francoise Coffman McManus
October 11, 2018
My sincere condolences to Richard and to Mary Alice's family. I have wonderful memories of countless conversations shared. I also have wonderful memories of working at Mystery Lovers' Bookshop in Oakmont, which cemented my love of mysteries.
Mimi Botkin
October 11, 2018
Oh, Alison, how sad we all are for you.
Rosemary Harris
October 11, 2018
So sorry to learn of Mary Alice's passing. She was such an important part of the mystery community. Her enthusiasm and energy helped to make the careers of so many writers; she will not be forgotten. And she threw a helluva party. Sincere condolences.
Kate Charles
October 11, 2018
She will be hugely missed. Condolences to Richard, Alison and all the family.
Richard and Yun Wha LaMagna
October 11, 2018
Please accept our condolences and prayers on the sad passing of Mary Alice; may she rest in eternal peace.
Jane Zachary Gargaro
October 11, 2018
I was proud to call Mary Alice my friend. She had a joyful spirit and a complete commitment to family and work. She will be deeply missed.
Kathy Sweeney
October 11, 2018
She was one of a kind. A warrior against cancer and an advocate for women, the arts, authors, readers and libraries. When I was diagnosed with cancer, she took me out to lunch and gave me the straight up facts so I wasn't blindsided. If not for Mary Alice, I never would have met so many people who are important to me - authors, fellow readers and friends. Prayers for Richard, Alison and her family and friends. This is a mighty loss.
Karyn Warren
October 11, 2018
Our sincerest condolences to all of you, especially Richard & Alison.
October 11, 2018
My sincere condolences to family and friends. May God sustain you at this time of such great loss (Psalms 94:19).
Linda Randig
October 11, 2018
I was deeply saddened to learn of Mary Alice's passing. I will miss her lovely and lively posts on Facebook just as I missed seeing her friendly face at the bookshop over the last few years. Pittsburgh has lost a great lady. My condolences to Richard, Allison, her other family members and friends and the entire mystery lovers community.
Vincent Carr
October 11, 2018
So sorry to learn of Mary Alice's passing. May she rest in peace.
Annette Dashofy
October 11, 2018
The mystery community is a sadder place without you in it. I am forever grateful for your love and support over the years. My deepest condolences to Richard and Alison and all your family and friends.
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