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1983

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2018

Mary Thibadeau Obituary

Mary Laurel Thibadeau died Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018, in Pittsburgh, after a valiant battle with cancer. Ms. Thibadeau was born Dec. 15, 1983, in Pittsburgh. She was a graduate of The Ellis School, the University of Virginia, earning a BA with distinction in cognitive science in 2006, and from William & Mary Law School in 2009, where she was honored with the Order of the Coif. Upon graduation, Mary became a law clerk for Judge Kevin R. Huennekens in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. She joined the law firm of K&L Gates in 2011. Ms. Thibadeau's primary practice was complex commercial litigation and disputes. Secondary practices included corporate/M&A, financial institutions and services litigation, insurance coverage and restructuring and insolvency. In her personal life, Ms. Thibadeau enjoyed traveling abroad. Favorite trips included visiting Greece, Turkey and France with various family members and friends. Most favorite of all of her adventures abroad were her trips to London, where she explored museums and theater with wild abandon. Travels in the United States included many trips to Seaside, Florida, Atlanta, Georgia, Eugene, Oregon as well as other favorite places. Her trips to Maui were a special joy to her. She explored waterfalls, rainforests and swam with sea turtles. Ms. Thibadeau is survived by her husband, Joseph McCaffrey; father, Robert Thibadeau; mother, Susan (Sorozan) Thibadeau; brother, Robert Thibadeau Jr.; sister, Anne (Thibadeau) Greene; her nephews, Wylie Greene, Welles Greene, BrendanKuzma and Miles Kuzma; and her many extended family and friends.
To celebrate her life, friends and family gathering was held Friday, Dec. 7, 2018, at Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church. A memorial service was held Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018, at Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church. A lunch reception followed the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made at www.marythibadeau.com. Condolences may be sent a twww.marythibadeau.com.

Published by Fox Chapel Herald on Dec. 13, 2018.
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Sorry for your great loss, may God's loving kindness comfort and help you through this difficult time.
Ps. 51:17-JW

May 6, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. May the precious memories you have help you cope and bring you peace. 1 Thess. 4:14 can bring you some comfort knowing that there is a future for the loved ones we have lost in death. May the God of peace be with you and your family. DS

January 24, 2019

I'm so sorry for the loss of your young wife. May you find some comfort from God at this time. Our Heavenly Father is near to all who call in Him. Psalm 145: 18 & 19.

Renie Mrs.S

December 13, 2018

My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences for the Thibadeau family. Mary was a wonderful person and a dedicated lawyer in her her expertise of law. We had the privilege to meet Mary through our work in Virginia. She waa was ever so gracious to give her time for charity work. We greatly appreciated her dedication and willingness to be available anytime for Charity. During this idifficult time, may the prayers and words expressed, let all of you know; that we care and each one of you are not alone at this time.

Louise Carlino

December 6, 2018

May choirs of angels welcome you in heaven!

Conrad Mueller

December 6, 2018

My condolences to Bob and Susan. May Mary Rest In Peace!

Conrad Ehrlich

December 6, 2018

May the God of all comfort strengthen the entire family during this time of sorrow. Those who have died, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. (Psalms 116:15) My sincere sympathy.

December 5, 2018

My condolences to Bob and Susan on Mary's passing. May God comfort you at this time of grieving. May she Rest In Peace!

Conrad Ehrlich

December 5, 2018

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