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PAMELA A. TRINNES
1946 - 2018
PAMELA A. TRINNES
1946 - 2018
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BORN
1946
DIED
2018
PAMELA TRINNES Obituary
Age 71, of Bridgeville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 29, 2018 in St. Clair Hospital. She was born on October 30, 1946 in Canonsburg to August and Mildred Verchek Podboy who preceded her in death. Ms. Trinnes was a school teacher for 30 years for South Fayette School District where she taught English/Literature. She had a variety of passions and interests including reading and serving as a Secretary for the House Committee for SNPJ Lodge 138. She was a member of the Balina League and the Bowling league at SNPJ. Surviving are a sister, Mary Kirby (Bill) of Canonsburg; a brother, David Podboy (Mary Jane) of New Cumberland, PA; a niece, Ashley Paul (fiancé Nathan) of Canonsburg; a brother-in-law, Albert Paul of Canonsburg; and numerous cousins, relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Cynthia Paul. Friends are welcome to attend a Memorial Celebration of Pamela's life on Saturday, October 27, 2108 at noon in the SNPJ Lodge 138, 269 Latimar Avenue, Strabane, PA 15363. Arrangements have been entrusted to SALANDRA FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Joseph P. Salandra, LFD, owner/ supervisor and Darla A. Tripoli, LFD, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120. Memorial contributions are suggested in Pamela's memory to National Kidney Foundation, 2403 Sidney Street #230, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. To view or leave condolences, please visit
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Den Kirby
October 8, 2018
Sorry to learn of your loss. May the souls of the faithfully departed rest in peace,Amen.
Paul Meyer
October 3, 2018
I had her for English while in HS (I graduated in '92). She was tough but caring. You could see she loved her job and her students. She was one of my favorite teachers. She will be missed.
Brian Bradburn
October 3, 2018
One of the best teachers i had in high school at South Fayette, she was tough but fair, always considered her one of the best, RIP
Jim H
October 3, 2018
Pam was one of the first teachers I met when I began working at SF. She was instrumental in showing me how to be firm and fair with students. I'll never forget her outsized personality and how one second she could make young men much taller than she cower from her "wrath" and in another second make them smile with joy. She was a great conversationalist and an important influence on my teaching career. We will miss you, Pam.
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John & Linda Shields
October 2, 2018
Although Pamela has left remember it's only for a while.Just know that she is walking hand in hand on streets of gold with Jesus waiting for you at Heavens gate.Linda and I send our condolences.
Diana Casella
October 1, 2018
This hurts my heart to hear. I had her for 9th English and loved her. She was always nice to me. (Even when I read more chapters than we were told to.) Romeo and Juliet wouldn't be the same if we hadn't read it for her class. I think she left a better impression on a lot of students than they expected before getting to her class. I think most of us feared her before we got to know her-but she really was a softy as long as you didn't act up in her class and did your work. May she rest in piece.
Timothy McGrogan
October 1, 2018
Pam was a good teacher and a great person....she wasn't afraid to tackle any thing she believed in--a true daughter of the 60's.....when I had her as a teacher she was Ms. Podboy !......I am sure she will be missed by many that know her....I haven't seen her since the Lion's Den days .......but always loved her for being so strong...
Patrick McAndrew
October 1, 2018
Pam was a tough english teacher, but it was an act. Some students were afraid of her, but MANY LOVED HER. I would correct the students and say, "She is a teddy bear." She was always so kind to me. R.I.P. dear Pam.
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