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Mary Elaine Linkhauer

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Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | April 14, 2023

Mary Elaine Linkhauer, age 81, of Pittsburgh, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at home. She was a retired medical technologist and professor at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC Mercy. She was intelligent, independent and well-rounded, and never stopped learning. An avid reader, she was interested in architecture, enjoyed walking, and loved touring historic buildings. Born September 2, 1941 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Walter L. and Mary A. (Burger) Linkhauer. She is survived by her sisters, Judith Crislip of Pittsburgh and Jean Linkhauer of Phoenix, AZ; also, several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by companion, Ronald Smits. No visitation or services are planned. Memorial contributions can be made to Carlow University at https://www.carlow.edu/alumni/support/give/. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

Originally published April 14, 2023.

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