ELAINE CLAIRE WEISSBERG: 70, passed away peacefully on September 23, at Canterbury Place in Pittsburgh, PA surrounded by her loving friends and family. She died shortly after receiving a diagnosis of glioblastoma. Born on November 14, 1953, in Johnstown, PA, to Jerome and Betty Weissberg, Elaine lived a life filled with love, laughter, and adventure.

Elaine is survived by her cherished daughter, Jenna Buchwach; her siblings, Martin Goldhaber (Sally), and Jeff Adberg (Lavinia Touchton); her nieces and nephews, Kate Goldhaber (Brian Wilhite), Louis Goldhaber (Amye), Zo Adberg, and Nolan Adberg; and her great-nieces and nephews, Ray and Stevie Goldhaber, and Elliot and Anderson Wilhite. Family meant everything to Elaine, and she was proud to be the glue that held everyone together.

A proud graduate of Westmont Hilltop High School's class of 1971, Elaine went on to earn both her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Pittsburgh. Most recently, she worked as a care manager at UPMC's Community Care Behavioral Health Organization (CCBH), where she made sure that children and teens received the support they needed. Previously, she served as a child and adolescent therapist, known for her heart of gold, quick wit, and infectious laugh that put both clients and parents at ease. Her colleagues could always count on her to listen, provide advice, or crack a joke.

Elaine approached life with an enthusiasm that brightened every room she entered. She was known for her love of food and cooking, especially her trademark method for making the perfect roasted vegetables. Her friends will remember her boundless energy, love for traveling and trying new things, and-above all-her ability to make the ordinary feel extraordinary. Whether it was a spontaneous walk, bike ride, or planning her next adventure, Elaine lived life to the fullest, always with a sweet smile and a giggle.

Services at Rodef Shalom Temple, 4905 Fifth Avenue (at Morewood) on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 11 AM. Visitation one hour prior to service at Temple (10 -11 AM). Interment Homewood Cemetery. Shiva will be observed at The JCC of Squirrel Hill.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jewish Family & Community Services of Pittsburgh at https:// www.jfcspgh.org or Head For The Cure Foundation at www.headforthecure.org.

May her memory forever be a blessing.

Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., www.schugar.com