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Viola Hollihan Nigborowicz
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Viola Nigborowicz Obituary
Unexpectedly on Thursday, May 31, 2007, age 56, of Pt. Breeze; beloved wife of Dr. Ronald J. Nigborowicz; mother of Thaddeus J. and wife Kristine Rose, Timothy M., Brian J., Meghan V. and Patrick R. Nigborowicz; grand mother of Ryan, Kaitlyn and Sean; sister of William M. Hollihan and wife Kerrie and James P. Hollihan and wife Martha; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut St., Shadyside Saturday and Sunday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where funeral will commence on Monday at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart Church at 10:30 a.m. Father Edward Bryce, celebrant. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St. Bede Church, 509 South Dallas Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15208.
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Viola giving Sean a bubble bath
September 3, 2007
Martha Hollihan
June 13, 2007
A few pictures have been submitted as a tribute to Viola's life, and her roles as wife, mother and caregiver. Martha
Viola & Ron with Grandchildren, Sean, Ryan & Kaitlyn
June 12, 2007
Thad & Viola, 2007
June 12, 2007
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Meghan & Viola, 2005
June 12, 2007
Viola, Jim, Bill & Ron, 2005
June 12, 2007
Girls' Tea Party @ Cape May, June, 2005
June 12, 2007
Viola & Granddaughter, Kaitlyn, May, 2003
June 12, 2007
Viola & Grandson, Ryan, 2003
June 12, 2007
The Nigborowicz Family with 1st Grandchild, Ryan, 2002
June 12, 2007
Ron & Viola @ Thad & Kris's Wedding
June 12, 2007
Ron & Viola @ Thad's Graduation from Medical School
June 12, 2007
June, 1998
June 12, 2007
The Nigborowicz Family
June 12, 2007
Paatrick, Meghan & Viola, 1997
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Bill, Viola & Jim, 1994
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Viola & Tommy Hollihan, Dec., 1993
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Easter, April 11, 1993
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Viola, Meghan, Patrick, April 21, 1991
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Viola 7 Timothy, June 8, 1990
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Viola & Patrick, June 8, 1990
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Viola & Ron, Dancing @ Jim's Wedding, June 30, 1990
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June 7, 1991
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Christmas, 1987
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May 18, 1986
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Viola & Meghan, 1984
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Viola, Thad, Tim & Brian, 1981
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Viola, December, 1980
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Viola & Ron, August, 1980
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Viola & Father, William Hollihan, 1978
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Viola & Ron, August 22, 1970
June 12, 2007
Viola, Wedding Day, August 22, 1970
June 12, 2007
Alvery Bartlett
June 7, 2007
Dr. Nigborowicz, On behalf of my mother and my sisters. I would like to express my great sadness that Viola has passed. She was wonderful with my mother in her aging years, and her help along with your son's was, and always will be, greatly appreciated. Mother was deeply saddened and we will certainly remember you and your family in our prayers.
Sincerely, Alvery for the Bartletts
Kristen Brandt
June 4, 2007
Dear Meghan and Family,
I was very saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. My deepest sympathies are with you.
Mary Fallon
June 4, 2007
Dr. Nigborowicz and family
As a former teacher of your beautiful children at St Edmund's Academy, I send my sympathy on Viola's death. May the Lord's peace be with you at this time.
Mrs. Mary C. Fallon
Julia DiPasquale
June 4, 2007
Dearest Meghan and Family,
I was heartbroken to hear the news about your mother today. She was such a sweet woman who was so dedicated to her wonderful family. Please know I am thinking of you and your brothers at this difficult time and if there is anything you need please don't hesitate.
All my love
Julia DiPasquale
Bob Reap
June 4, 2007
Dr. Ron and family, My deepest sympathy on this sad time. My family and I are thinking of you and keep all of you in are prayers! You may not remember me, I am Jim's youngest brother. I know how much your wife and you have been to my brother and his family and Viola will be missed immensely!
Peggy Gray
June 4, 2007
Dr. Nigborowitz
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. You will be in my prayers.
Terry McLaughlin
June 4, 2007
Dear Dr. Nigborowicz and Family..please accept my deepest sympathy.
Howard & Nancy Moses
June 4, 2007
Dr. Ron - Words are so inadequate, but we trust that you and your family find a measure of solace in the many expressions of support that you are receiving. - Howard & Nancy Moses
Donna & Ali Wetzel
June 4, 2007
Dear Meghan, Patrick and family: Please accept our deepest, heartfelt sympathy at the loss of your wonderful mother.
Matt McKenna
June 3, 2007
Dear Patrick....
I am so very sorry for your loss, and wish to extend my condolences to your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Matt McKenna (Point Breeze)
Central Catholic High School
Bernadette Bowman
June 3, 2007
Dr. Nigborowicz,
All of us on MSU at AGH Sub Campus
want to extend our deep sympathy to you and your children.
Please know that you are in our
prayers and may God bless you.
Mary Saunders
June 3, 2007
Dear Dr. Nigborowicz,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Elizabeth Albright
June 3, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. My sympathies to each of you.
Elizabeth Albright
(a St. Edmund's mom in the 80s)
Jacy Rudolchick
June 3, 2007
Dear Dr. Nigborowicz,
I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. Please know that I will keep you and your children in my prayers and thoughts. Find peace with this through Christ, and gain strength through His grace.
In Deepest Sympathy,
Jacy Rudolchick, RN
(Weekend Charge Nurse, MSU;
AGH-SC)
Charlotte and John Fong
June 2, 2007
Dear Meghan, Patrick, and Family,
Our deepest sympathy go to you and your family at the passing of your Mom. She was such a very special person who helpd everyone around her. Your Mom's memories will live in all of us. Our prayers are with all of you.
Love, Natalie and Brittany
Florence Fong
June 2, 2007
Dear Meghan and Family, our deepest sympathies to you and your family during this sad time. May it comfort you to know that your mom was a wonderful, thoughtful and caring individual. She always reached out to everyone and made them feel at ease. Natalie remembers your mom with such fondness and happy memories, especially her homemade donuts!!! She will always live on in all the hearts of the people she touched. May you find comfort in that knowledge. Florence Fong (aka Aunt Flo)
Jim Sciulli
June 2, 2007
Children and Ron-- I was deeply saddened to read of your loss. Isn't it so difficult to understand. My wife is in Shadyside Hospital on life support. Two wonderful women devoted to their families - my children and I share your grief. God be with us all-- Jim Sciulli
Susan Indovina
June 2, 2007
Dear Meghan and the Nigborowicz Family:
Such very sad news we heard today. Our deepest condolences to you,
your father and your brothers.
Sincerely,
Lauren Indovina
Susan and Joe Indovina
Bob Everett
June 2, 2007
Jim and Martha,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Best Regards,
Bob Everett
John Colella
June 2, 2007
My condolences to the nigborowicz family.
Jack & Mary Jane Brillman
June 2, 2007
Ron and Family:
Jack and I extend our sincere condolences for your profound loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Delma Tallerico
June 2, 2007
Sam, Robert, Michael, Patrick, and I send our deepest sympathy to the Nicgborowicz family. May the peace of Christ be with you in this very difficult time.
Delma Tallerico
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