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Dorothy Ries Obituary
DOROTHY (CAMPBELL)
Age 87, of Ross Twp., on Sunday, October 23, 2005. Born March 23, 1918 to the late Harry and Margaret Mary (Dolan) Campbell; preceded in death by her husband F. William Ries, who passed away on July 27, 2000. She was the loving mother of William Campbell (Mallory) Ries of McCandless, David Gerard (Debra) Ries of Ross Twp., Kathleen Merikangas (James) of Chevy Chase, MD, Maryanne Rogers (David) of Boston, MA and Nancy Allen (Thomas) of McCandless. She was the beloved grandmother of 10 grandchildren, William and Sean Ries; David (Jenelle) and Christopher Ries; Alison and Brian Merikangas; Daniel, Benjamin and Timothy Rogers and Carena Allen. She is survived by her brother Harry Campbell and a sister, Margaret Anfang. Her sister Evelyn Happe and brother Robert Campbell preceded her in death. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Mrs. Ries was a charter member of St. Sebastian's Parish for 50 years, a member of the Berkeley Hills Women's Club, a volunteer for Easter Seals and a member of numerous bridge groups. She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 1940. Friends received Tues. 7-9 & Wed. from 2-4 & 7-9 pm at T.B. DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 806 Perry Highway, North Hills. Mass of Christian Burial St. Sebastian Church, Thursday 10 am. Memorial contributions to the Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Ave., Pgh., PA 15212.
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Kimberly Rubash
October 18, 2020
Dear Maryanne,
This is a lovely way to keep the memory of your mother alive. You have my deepest sympathy concerning your loss. I know how close you were to your mom.
Love,
Kim and Harry
Ron Dahl
November 3, 2005
Kathleen,
Sorry to hear about your loss. I add my hopes that you and your family find comfort in coming together and celebrating your mothers life.
Glorisa canino
November 2, 2005
Dear Kathleen and Family
I was very sad to hear about the death of your mother. Neal Risch told me yesterday. I know what that feels like and I know you will get the support you need from Jim and your children.
Take care and lots of love
Glorisa
Connie Duncan
October 30, 2005
Dear Kathleen, Jim, Alison, and Brian,
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. We are so glad that we had the opportunity to get to know your mother--she was a lovely, sweet, and gentle woman. You took such wonderful care of her; we know you made her last years as pleasant and joyful as possible.
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Love, Connie and Allan
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Christian Grillon
October 27, 2005
Dear Kathleen, Jim, Alison, Brian
I wish to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Kimberly and Harry Rubash
October 26, 2005
Dear Maryanne, Dave and family,
May memories of your mother comfort you at this difficult time and may you be encouraged that she will live in your heart, in your memories and in the way you view the world. I didn't know your mother well, but she must have been a very positive person because she has passed wonderful qualities on to you.
Fondly,
Jennifer Swaney
October 26, 2005
Dear Dave and family,
You have my deepest condolences and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Jennifer Swaney
Rezvan Ameli
October 26, 2005
Dear Kathleen, Jim, Alison and Brian please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Rezvan & Leila & Malek
Natalie Sanders
October 25, 2005
Dear Maryanne,Dave and family,
Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. We know it has been a hard road for your mom and that she is finally at peace with God.
Our prayers are with you.
Renate, Mark and Family Lovallo
October 25, 2005
Dear Maryanne, Dave and family,
We wish to express our deepest sympathy with the passing of your mother, Dorothy. She was a wonderful woman whose loving qualities shine through in her children and grandchildren.
Rodriguez-Curdumi Family
October 25, 2005
Dear Maryanne and family,
We were very sorry to hear of Mrs. Ries' death.We have fond memories of her visits to Old Greenwich. She was always loving and cheerful.
Shelli, Kevin, & Max
October 25, 2005
To Kathleen, Jim, Alison, Brian, and Family,
Ou deepest sympathy for the loss of Mimi. She had a special way of touching so many people's lives. We will most remember her kindness to Max.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Robert Merikangas
October 25, 2005
Informed by Marilyn Merikangas, Father Joe Lacey, S.J., pastor of St Alphonsus Rodriguez Church in Woodstock, MD, was sorry to hear of the death of Dorothy Ries, and remembered her at Mass at 11:30, Oct. 24, at Bon Secours Spiritual Center.
Nancy Low
October 25, 2005
To the Merikangas's,
I'm so sorry for Mimi's loss. She brought such warmth, smiles and joy to me in the short time that I knew her. You were all so blessed and fortunate to have her for so much longer!
Please take care and my thoughts are with you.
Sue A. Wyzkoski
October 25, 2005
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Paul Lynn Chojnicki
October 25, 2005
Dearest Bill, Mallory and Family,
My hearfelt sympathy goes out to you and yours at this time. Be assured that you and your beloved Mother are in my thoughts and prayers.May God bless you all.
Allison Liefeld and Jeffrey Fillar
October 24, 2005
To Alison and family,
Please know we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and hearts.
With deepest sympathy,
John Rogers
October 24, 2005
To Maryanne, David and Family
We send our deepest sympathies to the Ries Family. Both Bill and Dorothy were very kind friends and loving parents.
John and Mary Rogers
Barry & Peggy Thompson
October 24, 2005
Please know your mom will be in our prayers
Barry and Peggy
Wayne Chonicki
October 24, 2005
To William and family,my deepest condolences. Seems but a few short weeks ago I first met you upon the passing of my own mother. The pain of her abscence will fade and be replaced by the certainty she's now in the company of all those who love her and have gone before. And surely as the Sun rises...one day you will see her again beyond all infirmity and pain. May God bless you & yours with His grace and solace.
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