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Eliza M. Critchlow
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Pittsburgh artist, teacher and social activist. Passed away gently in her sleep on May 29, 2007. Eliza earned a BA from Carnegie Tech and an MA in Art History from the Univ. of Pgh. As a member of the USO she toured post WWII Europe. A Girl Scout Troop leader she helped develop scouting in W. PA. Eliza worked as a substitute art teacher for the Pgh. Public Schools and as an instructor in a private art academy. An initial contributor to the Three Rivers Art Show, Eliza has displayed her paintings in shows and galleries throughout the area, including several one woman mixed media presentations. Her oil paintings and water colors adorn many private homes and in public institutions. She was well read, widely traveled and well informed. A devoted Quaker she was a member of her Religious Society of Friends and life long peace and social justice activist. She supported the Friends Committee on National Legislation, The Women International League for Peace and Freedom, Green Peace, Public Citizen and the American Civil Liberties Union. Eliza also contributed to the Thomas Merton Center, The NAACP, Physicians Without Borders , WQED the March of Dimes and the Alzheimer Association. She is survived by her brother T. Ross Critchlow of Carnegie, her sister Joan Critchlow of Prospect six nieces and nephews, and grand nieces and nephews. Friends may call at FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd., 412-561-0380 Thurs. & Fri. 2-4 and 6-8pm. Where service will be held Saturday 10-am. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to one of Eliza's many charities.
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Nancy Bies
June 11, 2007
Our condolences to the Critchlow family. Eliza came to visit my mother, Mary Ann McGunagle Tenos, frequently in the past couple years at Asbury Heights. She was bright, cheerful, and a blessing to everyone she touched!
Bette McDevitt
June 5, 2007
Eliza was the first person I met when I went to work at the Merton Center 20 years ago. I remember the moment well, her welcoming ways, and the rich conversation we had, the first of many that followed. There is a wonderful photo of Eliza's mother holding her, as an infant, and superimposed on it -by accident!- is the logo "War is not healthy for children and other living creatures." The photo still hangs at the Merton Center,to remind us of a life well lived.
Bette McDevitt
John Whittington
June 3, 2007
My sincerest condolences to brother Ross, nephews Richard, Tom, and the Critchlow family. Eliza was a very strong and positive force in my life. I will always remember her as as not only a good friend but as an inspiring artist and teacher. She was the most egalitarian person I knew. She not only liked and loved everyone she came in contact with but was very non judgemental. Gentle and rare. This planet has lost a very dear and caring lady. Peace be with you Eliza and your family.
jack omalley
June 2, 2007
my thoughts are with you she was a peaceful person .. jack omalley
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Lu Anne Tramonti
June 1, 2007
Dear Richard and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss I remember how dear your Aunt Eliza was to you. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish your
memories of this truly remarkable woman.
Jeanne Crichlow
June 1, 2007
Dear Critchlow Family:
I met Eliza Critchlow when our steeldrum band played at Carlow a few years ago. We have the same last name except she has a "t" in her last name and she wanted to meet our family. She was a very nice and personable woman. I'll never forget her. May God Bless her soul and all of you.
Patrick McShea
June 1, 2007
Eliza was a life-long friend of Rose (McLaughlin) Henrici, my mother-in-law, who passed away two years ago. As the designated family scribe, I'm writing to express my condolenses and those of her daughters, Ellen, Sarah, Natalie, and Amy (my wife). Eliza made a wonderfully positive impression on all of us.
Patrick McShea
Kerry Kravec
May 31, 2007
I'm sorry to hear of Eliza's passing. I spent many special occasions at my Nunny's with Eliza, I have fond memories of her teaching us origami. My most recent memory is when she attended her Carnegie Tech class reunion while I was an undergrad there, she had such spunk that she even went for a hot air baloon ride ! She will be missed.
Kerry, Perry, Peggy, & Kelly Kravec
Rev. Louis and Myrna Brown
May 31, 2007
I met Eliza just a few years ago, I will always remember her kindness. Our profound sympathy is extened to the family.
And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His Hand
Joe Hughes
May 31, 2007
Eliza was a wonderful long-time fighter for peace and justice. I will always, fondly, remember our joint arrest and brief jailing protesting development of nuclear weaponry some years back.
A most delightful, wonderfully postive person.
Jael Greenleaf (Parker)
May 31, 2007
I have many wonderful memories of Eliza from decades ago. She was good friends with my late aunt, Claire Ward. They traveled together to the Southwest to paint and sightsee. Eliza and I gardened together, took local trips for organic material and new plants. She was a kind and generous soul whose serenity made a big impression on my then twenty year old self. One her paintings hangs in my living room and I will always treasure it and my memories of her.
Jeanne Will
May 30, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Eliza'a family and other friends. She was a sweet, kind gentle person as well as an inspired artist
Nancy Long
May 30, 2007
My sincere sympathy to the family of Eliza. I was her secretary in 1947/8 when she worked for the Girl Scounts of Alleg. County and have many happy memories of our friendship.
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