Pauline Rose Trpcic

Pauline Rose "Paula" Trpcic (née Merlino), age 91, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Born on August 1, 1934, in Pittsburgh, Paula spent her life rooted in the city she loved. She followed our Lord Jesus Christ in the Catholic Church and lived her faith with quiet devotion throughout her years.
Paula was the beloved wife of the late Michael Trpcic. Together they built a family that became her greatest joy and legacy. She was a devoted mother to Michael Trpcic, Jr. (wife Marion), Joseph Trpcic (wife Nora), and Marie Trpcic. She also lovingly remembered her daughters Nina Wenzel (living husband George) and Anna Flato, who preceded her in death.
Her role as grandmother brought her immense pride and happiness. She was cherished by her grandchildren: Ashley Helgert, Michael Trpcic III, Dawn Kirschmann, George Wenzel, Michael Wenzel, Joseph Trpcic, Olivia Trpcic, and Michael Hilinski. Her love extended across generations to her great-grandchildren Mason Helgert, Macklin Helgert, Shaylee Trpcic, Emilie Trpcic, Aurora Trpcic, Hannah Trpcic, Anna Hilinski, Heidi Hilinski, Stevie Wenzel and Madison Wenzel, and to her great-great-grandchild Tate Wenzel.
Paula's life was defined by deep love for her family and steadfast faith. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother whose presence brought warmth and strength to those around her.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to St. Jude’s Hospital.
May her memory bring comfort to all who knew and loved her. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wedensday December 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St. Matthew Parish, St. Bonaventure Church, 2001 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, PA. Everyone Please Meet At Church.
Immediately after a celebration of life will be held at St. Bonaventure Social Hall beneath the church.
Please let us know of your intention to attend the celebration of life by texting to 412-216-1534 To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Pauline, please visit our floral store.