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MARY J. WATACH
1956 - 2018
MARY J. WATACH
1956 - 2018
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MARY WATACH Obituary
Age 61, of Harmony Twp., died Monday, April 2, 2018 in her residence, as she wished to. Born October 17, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Victor and Lorraine (Carlin) Cieslak. Mary was employed from 1983-2017 at the University of Pittsburgh, where she retired as the Clinical Surgical Coordinator of the Department of Neurobiology. She received the McGowan Center Director's Award for exemplary contributions in artificial organ development in 2000. Mary was a longtime member of the Three Rivers Branch of A.A.L.A.S. where she served as treasurer, and she also volunteered extensively for the American Diabetes Association of Pittsburgh. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Joseph S. Watach; her brothers, Ed (Irene) Cieslak, David (Linda) Cieslak, Jeff (Chris) Cieslak, Greg Cieslak, Brian (Wendy) Cieslak, and Ken (Cathy Sue) Cieslak; and her sister, Kathy (Bob) Ochsenreiter. A memorial luncheon will be held on Sunday, June 10th at Monte Cello's, 2198 Babcock Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15209 from noon until 4 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made in Mary's name to the American Diabetes Assoc., 112 Washington Place #1520, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.
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Victoria Cieslak
May 28, 2020
Mary was an incredible Aunt!. She always remembered birthdays and always made me feel like I was important. Even if I was just a kid:)
She's given me a great example of how awesome an aunt can be. She is loved always.
Victoria
May 28, 2019
I just thought of Mary recently and what a warm gentle and subtle light that she brought to this world. We are all lucky to have experienced it. I am that I am sweeter person because of her kindness.
Mario Rodriguez
June 18, 2018
Many were blessed just by her presence. She was loved and she loved. Will never forget how passionate she was for what she cared.
Blessings to all her family and friends.
June 12, 2018
To the family of Mary,
Please accept my deepest sympathy over the passing of Mary. I had the good fortune of working with her here at Pitt. She was a lovely lady and just a joy to be around. I'll always remember her smile and laughter.
May God Bless you all.
Mark Vignone
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June 8, 2018
Mary was an awesome aunt!
June 4, 2018
You have our deepest sympathies. We pray in your behalf, and we look forward to the day when we will welcome back our loved ones on a Paradise earth. Psm 37:29
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