Catherine Dorothy Malachin

Catherine Dorothy (Doris) Malachin, 91, of Dunbar, PA, passed away Friday, March 6, 2020 at Mt. Macrina Manor, Uniontown, PA.

Born June 7, 1928 in Baltimore, MD , to Alexander and Agnes Terry, she was the wife of the late Walter Joseph Malachin, Jr.

She is survived by two stepdaughters, Deborah Marciniak and Deidre Danmeyer; son-in-law, Brian Marciniak; five grandchildren, Doug Danmeyer and Brianna, Tyler, Jonathan, Mandy Marciniak; three great-grandchildren, Laci, Ashlee, Jaxson Marciniak; niece, Nancy Terry and her son, Phillip; several nieces and nephews of the Seman family; nephew, Andrew Seman Jr and his wife, Susie Seman, who have lovingly taken care of her and Walter for many years.

Doris had a 'servant's heart' and showed, by example, the true meaning of being a loving and supportive life-partner. When her husband got sick and required dialysis three times a week, she was up hours before dawn preparing him for his day, and would drive in harsh weather before the sun rose to ensure he never missed a session.

Doris had a strong faith in the Lord and believed that Angels were all around us. Her entire house was covered with inspirational verses and quotes, and she prayed for family and friends constantly. She remembered birthdays and would send thoughtful cards.

She loved God's 'creatures great and small' ... she filled her bird feeder daily, made sure ;Sparky' the dog had a full course meal every day at a specific time, and took great care of the numerous cats that kept showing up at her doorstep.

Doris was a member of St. Aloysius Church in Dunbar, and rarely missed Saturday mass. She was a choir member for many years, with Walter, and she was involved in the Altar Rosary Society. She also helped with the church's Literacy program, and enjoyed teaching children how to read.

In her earlier years, she was a nurse and a member of the Civil Air Patrol.

Friends will be received Friday, 9:30am to 11:30am, in Burhans-Crouse Funeral Home, 28 Connellsville St, Dunbar with a Blessing at 11:30.  

Mass of Christian Burial follows at St Aloysius RC Church at noon with Fr Paul Lisik as celebrant.

Interment in Mt Auburn Cemetery.

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