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Ayten Ilkin Obituary
Ayten Ilkin, born on January 1, 1934, in Istanbul, Turkey, passed away on June 4, 2024, in Pittsburgh, PA, at the age of 90. Nena, as she was affectionately known, was a kind-hearted, compassionate, and loving individual. Her generous spirit and joyful demeanor touched the lives of all who knew her. She was described as sweet, affectionate, and always willing to serve others. Ayten had a deep love for Jesus and shared his love with everyone she came in contact with.
Ayten was a dedicated member of The Bible Chapel, where she found solace and community in her faith. She enjoyed spending time cooking Turkish food, caring for others, and being actively involved in church community. Her devotion to helping those in need extended beyond her church, as she supported charitable organizations such as Light of Life Rescue Mission.
Ayten is survived by her grandchildren, Tanner Ilkin, Natalie Coale, and Clay Ilkin and their families. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mehmet, and her son, Tunch. Ayten's legacy of kindness and selflessness will be cherished by her loved ones and remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Light of Life Rescue Mission in memory of Ayten Ilkin. May she rest in peace and her memory be a blessing to all who knew her.
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Baki.Uluatli
December 4, 2024
Heidi Lang
June 20, 2024
I will cherish the days spent going on outings with Ayten. We often would go for pedicures and then lunch. Many beautiful visits at her apartment or at my house having dinner and playing with the cat, Lily. I will never forget when I was sharing the beauty of both Ayten and I being Sisters in Christ. She corrected me and said, lovingly, dear Heidi, think of me as your spiritual mother. So to this day, Ayten will always be my spiritual mother that inspired me with Godly wisdom.
Jasenka Lutz
June 11, 2024
Ayten was my friend for many years. We were in same Sunday School class. Ayten would say we need to stay together she would say me from Turkey and you from Croatia. We would laugh and hug and lift each other up in Christ.
My condolences to the family and friends of Ayten.
I will miss you but one day we will be together again.
Jasna
Susan Smith
June 8, 2024
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We didn't know Ayten for very long, but she made such an outstanding impression upon us. My mom, Shirley, was on the same unit as Ayten at Kane Skilled Care. We would see her in the hallway from time to time, and she would chat with us. Always so pleasant and uplifting, Ayten told us about her past, her childhood in Turkey, her time in other cities in the US, her grandchildren, of whom she was so proud, and especially about her beloved son, Tunch, of the
Pittsburgh Steelers, and how difficult losing him was, and how her faith got her through it. She met my son, two daughters, and my grandchildren, and always had kind words for everyone, making everyone feel good. She even pulled some Ghiardelli chocolates from her drawer and gave them to my grandsons!
Sadly, my mom passed away after just a few weeks in Kane (at age 99!), but my son and I went back to visit Ayten, and, even then, she offered us her little bag of chips that she had been given at the recreation program that day! (We, of course, declined her offer.) Ayten reminded me of my own grandmother, so caring and giving always. May God Bless the soul of this sweet and kind person, and may she be greeted with angels and anthems at the gates of heaven.
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