Shirley Ann "Shiring" Brynda

Shirley Ann "Shiring" Brynda obituary

Shirley Ann "Shiring" Brynda

Shirley Brynda Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Patrick T Lanigan Funeral Home - East Pittsburgh on Sep. 26, 2025.
Of North Versailles, age 66, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 26, 2025.

Born the daughter of the late James M. Shiring and the late Agnes (Prehoda) Brynda.

Beloved wife of William Brynda for 33 years.

Loving sister of James (Geraldine) Shiring and Bernadette (the late Raymond) Urban. Preceded in death by siblings, Charles Shiring, Ethel Mae (the late George) Gazzam, and Ruth Ann Shiring.

Also survived by many nieces, nephews, her lifelong friend, Patty Leach, and a host of additional friends.

Shirley was a 1977 graduate of Turtle Creek Area High School, and went on to obtain a bachelor's degree in business administration from Duquesne University. She was employed as an administrative assistant within several industries throughout the greater Pittsburgh area. Shirley loved caring for her house plants, animals, and making rounds visiting thrift stores.

Arrangements are entrusted to Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, (412) 824-8800.

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Debbie and Dave Sum and family

October 3, 2025

So sorry for your loss, sending sympathy and prayers to your family

Thomas W Fitzgerald

September 29, 2025

Just a lovely person. So fun to be with. Always funny and pleasant to be with. Will be missed. Prayers for family and friends. My best wishes to my old buddy Bill. My heart goes out to him.

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