Dawn Moninger O’Brien
- On December 17, 2025
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Dawn Moninger O’Brien, 82, of Washington, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 16, 2025. Born on October 29, 1943 in Amity, PA she is the daughter of the late John and Arlene Moninger.
Loving mother to Patricia O’Brien and Mindy (John) Mercer; Beloved Dee-Dee to Lauren, Nicholas, Jackson, and SeanMichael; Great-grandmother to Paris; Sister to Ed Moninger; She is survived by her former husband, Terry O’Brien, with who she remained friends and were proud of the children they raised together, as well as a niece, nephew, and many cousins.
Dawn enjoyed all that life had to offer, especially shopping and finding a great deal. She loved traveling to the ocean, with Ocean City, Maryland holding a special place in her heart. Dawn worked as an admissions clerk at Washington Hospital, as well as in the race office at The Meadows Racetrack, before she gave her time as a volunteer at Duncan Miller after retirement.
She was also a devoted event planner for her Trinity High School class of 1961, taking pride in organizing and keeping class reunions together over the years. Dawn will be remembered for her dedication, organization, and the joy she found in bringing people together.
In lieu of flowers, remember Dawn and carry her memory with happiness. All services were entrusted to Pittsburgh Cremation and Funeral Care.
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