JOANNE "TINY" SYNAN obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

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JOANNE "TINY" SYNAN

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Lynne Nese

January 20, 2025

My beautiful sister, been 8 years and I miss you so much. Lately, more often. You are only in my memories, which I treasure. I keep them in my heart, to be be reminded of you. We had so much fun in our older days, beginning after we had Ronnie and Amber got much closer. You know Ronnie is in heaven with you, hope you guys are enjoying the family! Please know that I make every effort to make sure Cory is alive, time to time. I'm not getting in to it, you know what's going on more than we do. I'm a great Nana, Aly had a baby boy, named Rain Eden.

Lynne Nese

January 20, 2024

I have too many memories of my beautiful sister! I just wish she could be here today to experience the memories as a family we share. But, I have so many fond memories of when she was still on earth. I know since she's been gone so many things have changed! You became a great Gramma to a beautiful baby girl, named Maive. Jake and Gretchen are great parents you would be so happy! Yes, in case you're wondering they're married. But, that never mattered to us!
Keep your angel arms wrapped around us all. Squeeze me a little harder, too many accidents I've had lately. Soon we will be together ...... I love and miss you, sissy!
Lynne

Cory Lynn Synan

September 19, 2023

My favorite memory of my mom was just laying on her shoulder, sucking my thumb, while she would read me pages out of whatever book she was reading

Lynne

January 20, 2023

Sissy, it's been 6 years! I still remember the memories we shared. They will and are so close to my heart. I wish we still had memories to make. You were too young to leave us!

Stephen Donatelli

February 24, 2019

"TINY" always Treated people with Respect & Dignity! (R.I.P.)! - Stephen Donatelli!

April 5, 2017

Simply a Fantastic Person! - Stephen D. Donatelli!

April 2, 2017

Good Morning my beautiful sister!!! Not a day goes by that I don't miss you and my life is so different without you! So many times I think, I'm going to visit my sister, Tiny to myself, then I remember, you're not there anymore. I cry and I get so upset, because my heart is broken. I know it gets better with time! I love you and miss you so much...

Lynne

Our siblings, except Kurt

Lynne

March 14, 2017

Hi Sissy, My heart still hurts! I miss you so much. Everytime I see your face or see something or someone who reminds me of you, just reminds how much I love you and miss you so much!!! I know you're in a better place not suffering. I have to accept you're gone! Thank you for all the signs you've given me. Ask God to please get Johnny thru his cancer! I don't think I can do it again!!!

Melanie

March 12, 2017

Mom,
I miss you so very much and I think about you all the time. I still can't believe your not here. We had a heavenly birthday party for you on your birthday and let a bunch of balloons go had cake and ice cream for the kids..all your grandkids were here except for Bay of course.. It was beautiful and you were such a beautiful mother. I know you are at peace now and not suffering anymore.. But I still wish you were here. I will miss you forever until we meet again in Heaven.. Please look over us all..I love and miss you soo much mom...love MELANIE❤

Mandi Mechling

February 3, 2017

To Joanne's family, you all have my deepest sympathy. She is a wonderful person, always very friendly no matter how bad she was feeling. I will miss seeing her at the office.

Mandi Mechling
Dr. Moffas office

steve rogers

January 31, 2017

I am so sorry to here about Joanne. We worked together at the St. Francis Eye Clinic for at least nine years. She was the ophthalmology residency manager and helped at least 25 ophthalmology residents get their training. I last spoke to her several months ago and told her about the residents and she was delighted to know that they were all doing so well. Everyone liked Joanne and she always brought joy wherever she was. i am sure God will bring us all together again someday. Sincerely , Steve Rogers

I'll never forget you!!!! Not a day will go by, that I won't have you on my mind

Lynne

January 31, 2017

It's been a week since you left us all! I can't imagine my life without you in it! We've been through so much together. All my life you and I have had our differences, but we have shared much more happiness, laughter,crying, loving each other and togetherness. I know we will be together again, because that's what the good Jesus said. Until we meet again, my beautiful big, Sissy!!

Cory Synan

January 31, 2017

My favorite memory of my mom is definitely her reading to me when I was little. She would sit on the couch and I would lay my head on her shoulder and she would read, not children's books but whatever book she was reading she would read to me till I fell asleep and I'll miss her everyday

Amy Piotrowski-Suk

January 27, 2017

Hey Mel, sorry I couldn't make it, but I'm here for you. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

Rozetta & Joe Turner

January 27, 2017

I have been a friend of Joanne's sister Lynn for many years. My condolences for Joanne's family. She is no longer suffering nor in pain.
I hope that God's love will sustain all of you as you grieve for Joanne. Your are in my prayers filled with peace and love.

Sue DEWalt

January 27, 2017

Words can not express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. May Our Heavenly Father wrap his arms around each and everyone of you. May you feel his comfort and love. Sending prayers and love. ❤

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Dennis O'Brien

January 27, 2017

I am deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Joanne, a wonderful and loving childhood friend. When I think of Tiny the first memory that comes to mind is her smile. What a smile! She would light up an entire room. She will be missed.

Eddie Bronowicz, Jr

January 27, 2017

My deepest sympathies to Mike, the children and all of the Synan and Reiser Families. May God's eternal light shine upon her.

Coleen Cole ODowd

January 26, 2017

Sending love to the Synans and Reisers. May your memories of your mom, sister, aunt, cousin, and grandmother bring you comfort.

Dana Augustinowicz

January 26, 2017

Cory I'm so sorry to hear about mom, you are in my prayers. Keep your head up love you.

Ellyn Wheeless

January 26, 2017

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Pam/ Paulette Szolis/Charmley

January 26, 2017

So sorry to hear about Tiny. Our prayers go out to the family.

Delia Pirt

January 26, 2017

With deepest sympathy to the Reiser family for your loss. My prayers are with and all.

Delia Pirt

January 26, 2017

To the entire Reiser family I am deeply sorry for your loss. May God bless you all.

January 26, 2017

Marylou,

You and your family are in our thoughts-

Love, Your Pittsburgh Biker Chicks Family

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January 26, 2017

Reiser, Synan Family
I am so very sorry for your loss, may the Good Lord give you the strength to live in her memory.
Joann Bowlin (Saylor)
Kimberly Saylor

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Savannah Synan

January 26, 2017

One of my favorite memories is when she sang everything someone would say

January 26, 2017

You have our deepest sympathy your wife and mother was such a beautiful person and will surely be missed but God has truly gained another angel.
The Jablonskis Jabo Chris and Tina

Cortney (Popp) Stritzinger

January 26, 2017

Mike, Mel, Amber, and Cory,
So sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife and mother. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
"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."

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January 26, 2017

Jan

26

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

JOHN F. MURRAY FUNERAL HOME

Butler at 52nd St., Lawrenceville, PA 15222

Jan

27

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

JOHN F. MURRAY FUNERAL HOME

Butler at 52nd St, Lawrenceville, PA 15222

Jan

28

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Maria Goretti (Friendship Campus)

PA 15222

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