Mary Alice King

Age 85, surrounded by her family on Wednesday, November 13, 2025, of Scott

Township.

Beloved wife of the late Robert John King; loving mother of Robert John King, Jr. (Julie),

Joseph Arthur King (Janet) and the late Loretta Alice King; cherished grandmother of

Joseph Arthur King, Jr (Natalie), Mary Evelyn King and Jacob Patrick Gillis; daughter of

the late Joseph V. and M. Isabel (Maley) Azzara; sister of the late John James Azzara

(survived by Leslie), the late Michael (survived by Bonnie) Azzara and the late Joseph

(survived by Grace) Azzara. Mary Alice leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and

cousins whom she loved dearly. Having received a liver transplant in 2001, she was an

outspoken advocate for organ donation. She was a passionate volunteer at CORE

(Center for Organ Recovery and Education) where she is still considered a legend. She

was the president of TRIO (Transplant Recipients International Organization) for many

years, which supports the American Liver Foundation by providing support for transplant

recipients. With these organizations, her commitment to transplant advocacy went well

beyond the Pittsburgh transplant community. She was an accomplished seamstress,

and she loved playing bridge with her best friend, Lorraine Novelli, and others. More

than anything, she loved having friends and family sitting around her dining room table,

enjoying great food, many stories, laughs, and fellowship.

Family and friends are welcome Monday, November 17, 2025 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM, WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. 15220 (412-563-2800). Blessing Service Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 11:00 AM in the Funeral Home.

If desired, the family suggests contributions to CORE www.core.org, in Mary Alice’s

memory. An organ donor saved her life 20+ years ago, and she spent the rest of her

years encouraging others to give the same gift. www.slaterfuneral.com