Mary Jo “Mj” Callaway

On October 21, 2024
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Mary Jo “Mj” Callaway, age 60 – plus , of Robinson Township, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2024, after a courageous eight-year battle with cancer. Mj was born to Carol Pick and Bartholomew O’Donnell, Sr., and she cherished her family deeply throughout her life.
A devoted mother, Mj leaves behind her beloved children, Deanna Maag, Joshua (Kristy) Rulnick, and is the proud grandmother of Ziggy Maag, Ayla Maag, Jeremiah Rulnick, Sophia Rulnick. She was preceded in death by her step-father James Pick. She is also survived by her loving siblings, Bartholomew O’Donnell, James Albert (Debra) Pick, Jr. and Dennis (Lisa) Pick, as well as many cherished nieces and nephews who will remember her warmth and kindness.
Mj was a remarkable speaker, author, and sales consultant, dedicating her career to helping others while embodying the spirit of resilience and compassion. Throughout her battles with cancer, she faced each challenge with unwavering strength, beating the disease twice, a testament to her spirit.
Above all, Mj was known for her caring nature, always putting others before herself, no matter the sacrifice. Her legacy of love and generosity will forever be in the hearts of all who knew her.

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Carol Burke

Oct 23 2024

Mary Jo and I, along with our other best friends, Vicki and Nelli spent the best years of our lives together at Wilkinsburg High School in the 70's as cheerleaders. Those years will always be remembered with so much love, fun and joy. I was lucky enough to be in her wedding and got to know Josh and Deanna when they were very little before I moved away. Mary Jo, my friend, rest in peace.

William Horosz

Very sad to hear the news that my friend Mj passed away over the weekend. Extending my deepest sympathies to family and friends. I knew Mj over 14 years and her message of positivity and love had a great impact on me and made a huge difference in my life. The world was a better place because of Mj. God Bless you all

Kelli Komondor

Mj was truly one of a kind, a purple powerhouse who brought so much light and positivity to everyone she met. She went above and beyond in every aspect of her life, and I am forever grateful for the impact she had on mine. She was a constant supporter of my business, always there to offer advice, encouragement, and her incredible energy. I had the honor of having Mj as the very first chapter in my anthology Twenty Won, and she didn't stop there—she went above and beyond to interview all the women in the book, giving each of them a platform to share their stories. Her dedication to empowering women and lifting others up was unmatched, and her legacy will live on through the lives she touched. My heart goes out to her children and grandchildren, who were her greatest joys. She spoke about them with such pride and love, and I know her spirit will continue to shine through them. Mj, you will be deeply missed, but your impact and your purple light will forever be remembered.

Rotana

My prayers to the family. I knew MaryJo in High school. We shared the fields together as she cheered and I was a majorette. Those were good times that I will always cherish. She was such a kind person. Rest in peace.

Susan MILLER

My heart is deeply saddened by this loss. MJ touched so many lives with her kindness and warmth. While words can never fully express the sorrow, my thoughts are with her family during this difficult time. May cherished memories bring them moments of peace and comfort.

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