Colleen T. Davidson, Ph.D.
February 25, 1946 - September 16, 2024

COLLEEN TIGHE DAVIDSON, Ph.D., (February 25, 1946 - September 16, 2024), victim of Alzheimer's Disease, beloved wife of David Kinderlehrer; beloved mother of Sahara, Jane, and Noah (deceased); beloved sister of Jill (James Metcalf), Reid (deceased) and Shawn (deceased) (Cindy Retherford); daughter of Earle and Janet Parrott Tighe (both deceased), grandmother of Daniel Parry, and beloved aunt to nieces and nephews. Colleen received her doctorate in American Studies from the University of Minnesota in 1975 under Mary Turple, an early pioneer in the subject. She and David were married Friday, February 13, 1981 - easy to find a judge. The family came to Pittsburgh in 1990. She loved Mozart, Bach, which she played on her harpsichord, Minnesota Native Bob Dylan, and culturing orchids. Indeed, she was exquisitely cultured and wore it lightly. Colleen loved the music at Temple Sinai. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Friday, September 20, 2024 at 2 PM. Visitation one hour prior to service (1 PM - 2 PM).  Interment Temple Sinai Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to Temple Sinai, 5505 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. www.schugar.com

Condolences

David and Sahara, so sorry to read about the passing of your wife and mother. May her memory always be for a blessing.