Arden Jan Shatting's Obituary
Arden "Jan" Shatting, 88 passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 17. She was born in Floreffe, PA on December 15, 1931 to Verner and Veronica (Beasley) Dowler.
Beloved wife of 62 years to Paul Shatting, Mother of Cynthia (Rich) Virgin, and Cheryl (Craig) Carlson. Grandmother of Matt (Jamie) Virgin, Dan (Lauren) Virgin, Zach Virgin, Jason (Kailey) Carlson, Jessica (Steve) Reed, and Jacob (Fiancé Abbey) Carlson. Great Grandmother of Olivia, Mason, Marcus, Eva, and Emilia Virgin, Ellie and Liam Carlson, and Jack Reed. She is survived by her treasured sister, Rose Molen of Connecticut and preceded in death by four other sisters; Bette Bearinger, Vera Gail White, Lola White, and Rae McClelland. She was a special Aunt to many nieces and nephews.
Jan was a long time active member of Pleasant Hills Presbyterian Church, where she enjoyed worshipping and volunteering over the years. Her job as the Supervisor of Duplicating at Reed Smith Law Firm brought her many years of enjoyment and satisfaction. After a 10 years hiatus in Florida, Jan returned to the Pittsburgh area and spent many years volunteering in the gift shop at Jefferson Medical Center, where she served the families of patients with a smile and kind words.
But her greatest joy by far was spending time with her family. Before his death, she and her husband enjoyed wonderful vacations, dancing and attending their grandchildren's activities. As her family grew, she loved being with her great-grandchildren, rocking them and reading to them. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed, but we know she is happy in the presence of our Lord and the arms of her husband as they dance together in Heaven.
There will be a viewing from 10-12 on Friday, December 20 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, followed by a service in the Chapel at Noon. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Pleasant Hills Presbyterian Church, 199 Old Clairton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 would be greatly appreciated.
What’s your fondest memory of Arden?
What’s a lesson you learned from Arden?
Share a story where Arden's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Arden you’ll never forget.
How did Arden make you smile?