Marilyn Protas Freed
December 19, 2023

MARILYN PROTAS FREED: Peacefully, after a short illness, on Tuesday December 19, Marilyn Protas Freed left this world.

Dedicated and beloved wife of the late Charles V. Freed, devoted mother of Melinda Freed of Pittsburgh; Blaire Freed of Baltimore, MD; and the late Howard P. Freed.  Also survived by her loving cat, Kismet, who was so named because he was meant to be hers.

Marilyn grew up in Mt. Lebanon, and still resided in her childhood home at the time of her death. She was a graduate of Mt. Lebanon High School and the Margaret Morrison Carnegie College at what is now Carnegie Mellon University. 

She was a Renaissance woman who excelled in many areas.

Our family is most grateful to her caregiver team. These extraordinary women were exceptional in their quality of care and compassion. 

Services at Temple Emanuel of South Hills, 1250 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243, on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 2 PM. Visitation one hour prior to services (1PM - 2 PM). Interment Mount Lebanon Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Temple Emanuel of South Hills, 1250 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243 or Wounded Warrior Project, 600 River Ave Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 or Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237.

Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. www.schugar.com

Condolences

I didn't know Blaire's mother, but I know in my heart that she will be loved and remembered. Peace be with the family and friends.

The Freeds were friends of my parents Ed and Anita.. Now all 4 are gone. Dad used to have lunch with them after my mother passed away.

Dear Melinda, I'm so sorry for your lost. I send you a big hug from the distance and all my love to you and your sister.