Herbert Daniel Orlansky

Herbert Daniel Orlansky obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

Herbert Daniel Orlansky

Herbert Orlansky Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by D`Alessandro Funeral Home & Crematory on Sep. 16, 2023.

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Herbert Daniel Orlansky
Age 94, of Squirrel Hill, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023. Herb is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Jacqueline; adoring children Alan Orlansky and Jill (Michael) Machen; treasured grandchildren Lindsay Machen (Michael Abendroth), Jennifer (Ezra) Simons, and most precious great granddaughter Jackie Ann. Born in Pittsburgh to parents Louis and Elizabeth (Betty) Orlansky, Herb was a proud University of Pittsburgh graduate. He was a partner in Murdoch Pharmacy, and eventually opened the first Giant Eagle Pharmacy. Herb will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Graveside services at Beth Shalom Cemetery, 1501 Anderson Road 15209, Monday, September 18th, 11 AM. Contributions may be made to Hillman Cancer Center, Canterbury Family Hospice, JAA (Jewish Association on Aging), or the Crohns Foundation. Professional services trusted to D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Lawrenceville. www.dalessandroltd.com.
Family will be sitting Shiva on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, from 7pm to 9pm on Monday September 18, Tuesday September 19, and Wednesday September 20, at Beacon Place, 5715 Beacon St. Pittsburgh, PA 15217.

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