Alan Ellis Olivenstein, M.D., F.A.C.C., 62, of Murrysville, passed away suddenly Friday, July 6, 2018. He was born Aug. 10, 1955, in New York City, N.Y., son of Roslyn Silbert Olivenstein, of New York, and the late Martin Olivenstein. He was a cardiologist in the Pittsburgh area for nearly 30 years. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jilma "Maia" Miranda Olivenstein, of Murrysville; two sons, Jared (Sarah) Olivenstein and Aaron (Rachel) Olivenstein; two grandchildren, Penelope and Asher; and two grandchildren on the way. Alan is also survived by a sister, Dale (Abe) Zelmanowicz.
Funeral services for Alan will be held privately with his family at HART FUNERAL HOME INC., Murrysville.
Alan's family would like to thank everyone for their support and condolences at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Alan's name. https://www.stjude.org/give/memorials-and-dedications.html?sc_icid=wtg-lz-memorials. www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Published by Tribune Review on Jul. 9, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Alan Olivenstein

25 Entries

Paul Petrozzo

March 16, 2022

My sincerest condolences to Maia and children. I just found out about Alan's passing. Although I haven't seen Alan since medical school he was the kind of friend one never forgets. His positive outlook and energetic disposition kept us going during some of our hardest times. He will be missed.

July 13, 2018

Maia, Jared, and Aaron,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Alan's passing and wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Alan was one of those unique souls that understood how precious life is and never took a day of his life for granted. His passion for living was contagious and made our lives's better just for knowing him.
Godspeed my Friend,
Dave Whatley

Cheryl Roadman

July 12, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with all who had the extreme pleasure of knowing this wonderful man, either as his loving family, a co worker, friend or one of his patients. He had such a caring heart and perfect bedside manner. It will be challenging to find someone that will make us feel at ease like he did. God bless his family and give them peace in the knowledge that he was loved and respected by everyone. Rest In Peace Dr.

Hal Klein

July 12, 2018

I met Dr. Olivenstein 14 years ago when he was doing my catheterization. His bedside manner was so wonderful, he was a friend and doctor. We talked about our love of sushi and Squirrel Hill where I grew up. I will always remember his caring and thorough style and he will always be in my prayers. So sorry for your loss. May these words provide you comfort in this difficult time. The candle burns here for all that have gone before.

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July 12, 2018

Dr. Olivenstein was so kind and helpful to us. We grieve. Marlyn and Patty Dull

Linda Marino

July 12, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. I am so very sorry to hear of Alan's passing.

Albert Bernstein

July 10, 2018

Dr. Olivenstein saved my father Albert's life in 2005 after a heart attack at Westmoreland Hospital with heart stents. When he met with our family afterward he said "Tell my fellow Jewish friend from New York City to lay off the schmaltz!" He made us laugh during a frightening time. Dad is 86 and still going strong! He will miss the doc and their NYC stories at visits. Our deepest sympathies.

July 10, 2018

Rest in peace good Dr. Donna .J Hunsberger, MG. PLEASANT, PA

July 9, 2018

Deepest sympathy to his family and friends. He was a fine physician and will be greatly missed.
Phyllis Mrosco, retired Excela Health Physician Liaison

Joseph Wingrove

July 9, 2018

Deepest sympathy. I first met him when I was flat on my back and needing a cath. Dr Olivenstein was an excellent MD and an even better human being. He will be missed. May his memory be a blessing.

Diane Kelly

July 9, 2018

Our deepest condolences on the loss of your husband, father, grandfather, and brother. May all of your beautiful memories give you peace at such a difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jim, Diane, Steve, and Chris Kelly
Old neighbors from oakhurst court

Eileen Vidale

July 9, 2018

You are in our thoughts and prayers. A great Dr. That will surely be missed by many.

Linda Oddo

July 9, 2018

Dr O. You were the best Doctor and I felt so safe with you as my Doctor. You also said keep calm and live your life. You can never be replaced, God Bless your family , may God take care of you as you did others .

William Murphy

July 9, 2018

What a wonderful doctor, he was the best, sure will be missed.

Ron and Carole Rohm

July 9, 2018

Ron and I just saw Dr. O on the 26th of June, what a shock! Such a lovely man to know. We will miss him, we will be keeping your family in our prayers and thanking God for the chance to know him.

July 9, 2018

I was Alan's manager for 5 years, when he first joined Excela. It was truly a pleasure working with him and I am glad I got to know him. His loss will be felt my many.

Dolores(Lory) Mitchell

July 9, 2018

I have been a patient of the dr for a long time, I can say I truly loved him as a dr, and a person. His bedside manner was excellent his attitude was top notch. I will miss him.

George & Patricia Prinkey

July 9, 2018

When I first met Dr Olivenstein at Frick Hospital he was the heart doctor for my husband who was in for MI. He came out and announced for the Prinkey family. I was the only one and thought "Dukey Hauser!" He looked so young! Much younger than his years. Our prayers to the family.

Nancy Shaw

July 9, 2018

What do you say about someone who literally saved your life? Dr Olivenstein was such a blessing to me and I'm grateful to have had him as my physician. My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of loss. He was a very dear man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Nancy Shaw of Mt Pleasant, PA.

July 9, 2018

William L BradleyMD

July 9, 2018

So sorry for your loss, will remember Alan in my thoughts and prayers forever. We had great times together in the golf outing fund raisers for Frick Hospital. My deepest Sympathy, William L. Bradley MD

kathleen skero

July 9, 2018

Sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man!

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