Virginia M. Brown Remembered at Schellhaas Funeral Home
Virginia M. Brown, an 82-year-old resident of Pittsburgh’s North Side, died on October 28, 2026, Schellhaas Funeral Home reported. Born on November 6, 1943, she spent 54 years married to her late husband, John Brown.
Family and friends will gather on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Schellhaas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., located at 388 Center Avenue in West View, Pennsylvania. A Blessing Service is scheduled for the same day at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Family and Community Legacy
Brown was a mother to John Brown, who is married to Mary Beth; Jill Brown, who is married to Scott Miller; Jimmy Brown, who is married to Julie; and the late Frederick Brown. Her grandchildren include Frederick Brown, Mathew Brown, Joshua Krull, Megan Krull, Andrew Krull, Alexa Brown, and Gavin Brown, alongside her great-grandchildren Oliver, Amelia, and Chelsea. She is also survived by her brother, James Mook, and was preceded in death by her brother, John Mook.
Relatives noted her deep affection for children, whose energy and laughter brought her constant joy. Beyond her immediate family, she cultivated a welcoming presence in her neighborhood and maintained a spirited passion for Pittsburgh sports teams.
Memorial Contributions and Services
The family has requested that supporters forgo flowers. Instead, they ask that donations be directed to Camp Raising Spirits, a camp for cancer survivors located at 630 Crider Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237.
Visitations and the subsequent Blessing Service will take place entirely at the West View facility on November 6, 2026, marking the final public arrangements for the longtime North Side resident.
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