BURDA MARLENE Age 79, of Glenshaw, on September 16, 2015. Cherished wife of the late Stephen J.; loving mother of Stephen J., Jr., Michael J., and the late Matthew J. Burda; sister of Patrick Hart; also survived by nieces and nephews. Marlene served as a Trustee and Officer of Achieva (formerly ARC-Allegheny) for nearly 15 years. Along with her cohorts, she visited institutions for people with disabilities across the state and regularly reported instances of abuse and neglect to state officials resulting in improvements that made life better for thousands of individuals. She was a tireless advocate for special education and community services for people with disabilities. Visitation Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday 10 a.m. at St. Bonaventure Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Achieva, 711 Bingham Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Please visit us at: www.neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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