Mary Ann Urban Obituary

Name: Funeral Mass for Mary Ann Urban
Start: 2025-01-17T10:00:00.000Z
End: 2025-01-17T14:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

Mary Ann Urban, 71, of Latrobe passed away on January 1, 2025, after an arduous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was the beloved only child of Louis and Ernestine Tua of Latrobe.

Mary Ann possessed a keen intellect and was a 1970 graduate of Greater Latrobe Senior High and a 1978 graduate of Seton Hill College, where she majored in accounting. She had a great love for people and excelled in customer service, which she showcased through her gift store, Land and Sea Creations. She loved German Shorthair Pointers and birdwatching but fiercely despised squirrels. Mary Ann thrived at hosting, especially during Christmas. For decades, she welcomed family and friends into her home in Latrobe, often transforming herself into the most convincing and entertaining Mrs. Mathilda Claus the world will ever know.

An active member of the Latrobe Business and Professional Women's Club (BPW), Mary Ann held various offices and contributed to numerous fundraising events, forming many lasting friendships. In 2018, she moved to Tennessee to be closer to her children and grandchildren. There, her passion for organizing and fundraising continued as she became a dedicated member of the Fairfield Glade Ladies Club, where she chaired the Ways and Means Committee, raising money for charitable ventures.

Mary Ann was a warrior in her fight against cancer. A long-time survivor of colon cancer, she ultimately succumbed to pancreatic cancer after displaying incredible strength and resilience.

She was a loving and devoted wife to her husband, David E. Urban, originally from Mt. Pleasant, and a cherished mother to Natalie N. Orio (Anthony) of Big Sandy, TN, and James (J.P.) Urban (Sara Beth) of Nashville, TN.

She adored her grandchildren-Maurizio, Mia, and Santino Orio and James and Dominick Urban-finding immense joy in their lives and accomplishments. And she was looking forward to meeting her sixth grandchild, Charlotte Urban, who is due in April.

Mary Ann's legacy is one of kindness, dedication, and love for her family, friends, and community. Her vibrant spirit and generous heart touched all who knew her, and she will be deeply missed.

Details on funeral arrangements will be forthcoming. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Fairfield Glade Ladies Club and/or the Latrobe BPW.

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Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 2, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Ann Urban

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Bev Sherwin

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Lynn Varcak

January 11, 2025

Dave and Family,
Mary Ann will long be remembered by those of us in Fairfield Glade for her humor and service to the Ladies Club. She is missed.
Lynn and Ron Varcak

Ilene Borze

January 6, 2025

I knew MaryAnn from my years at Duquesne University, where we both resided on the 15th floor of Duquesne Towers. She was always fun to be around and always positive. When you were feeling down or stressed at school MaryAnn could brighten your day. May she be at peace in God's Kingdom forever.

Alan and I would like to offer our deepest condolences. Mary Ann was a staple in our family as my cousin Chris Hauser said. Mary Ann was deeply loved and will be deeply missed. This photo was taken in September 2022 at our home where we hosted a dinner fo

Kathleen Wells

January 5, 2025

Don Heiple

January 4, 2025

Rest in peace my friend. The time we spent working together on Relay for Life will always be one my fondest memories. We were thrown together as strangers and quickly became friends. Neither one of us thought we were ready for the responsibility but we complimented each other and worked well together. My deepest sympathy to your family.

Chris &Lucy Hauser

January 4, 2025

We want to offer our deepest sympathy to all of you. Mary ann was a staple in our family! We may have not talked all the time but If you needed something she was always there. She put up a hell of a fight and will be remembered for her braveness and love for her family and friends ! Here´s a picture when they last visited uncle Mike in 2021.

Tara Iagnemma

January 2, 2025

I am so devastated for you. For her, the pain is gone, while yours is just beginning. I like to think of her with her dad that she lost SO long ago. And Aunt Ernie sitting back just watching them get reacquainted. Think of them there, all of them, together again. I´m sure there´s already been a fight, some cursing in Italian, followed up by a good laugh. I am so sorry for your loss. I surely will miss her. I pray for peace for you. With time, you´ll get there. God bless her...and all of you. I love you all. Tara Iagnemma and Family:)

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