Linda Saree Skirboll Zwang
June 18, 1939 - January 2, 2026

LINDA SAREE SKIRBOLL ZWANG: The heart of her family, left us on January 2, 2026, at the age of 86.

Linda was born in Pittsburgh on June 18, 1939. She was the devoted daughter of the late Jack and Anne Skirboll; the loving wife of the late Morris 'Moe' Zwang; the proud mother of Frannie Tharrington (Tony), Debbie West (Joe), and Larry Zwang (Jodi); and the utterly adored "Gammy" to Madelyn Tharrington, Maya West, Jack West, Mitchell Zwang, and Kendall Zwang. She was also the dear sister of the late Stanley and Alan Skirboll, a loving aunt to a whole crew of nieces and nephews, and a treasured friend to many.

With her brother Alan by her side, Linda worked as a co-owner and bookkeeper at Franklin 5 & 10 and Franklin Fabrics. Later, she had a twenty-plus-year career in the accounting department at Community Day School in Squirrel Hill.

She enjoyed Mahjong, vacations, and spending time with friends and family. Her grandkids were forever her "babies"-no matter how tall they grew-and she never missed a chance to sneak in a loving tushy pinch or an extra hug.

Linda's laughter, love, and mischief will live in our hearts forever.

Graveside Service and Interment will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 11 AM at Beth Shalom Cemetery. Please call the funeral home at 412.621.8282 for shiva information.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Community Day School (comday.org) or a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. www.schugar.com

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My mom, Sue Kantrowitz, loved working with Linda at CDS. She was always a great friend and co-worker. May her memory be a blessing for all.

By Marci Kantrowitz Barnes - January 12, 2026

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So very sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. As a distant cousin, I didn’t know her well but I always loved her beautiful and happy countenance. May her memory be a blessing.

By Jack Smolevitz - January 11, 2026

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Frannie, Debbie and Larry - I am so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. I was waved over with memories of Moe & Linda, Herbie & Bootsie, plus Patsy & Saul, Doreen & Huey...and so many of our parents' friends who helped shaped our lives as kids. It's been so many years, since then but the memories last forever. Sending lots of those loving memories and caring thoughts to you all and to your family.

By Billy Cartiff - January 09, 2026

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As a student at CDS years ago, I remember Mrs. Zwang was always kind and friendly. May her memory be for a blessing. With deepest sympathy, the Bond family.

By Danielle Bond - January 09, 2026

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Our deepest condolences to you all. May her memory be for a blessing.

By The Rosenbloom Family - January 07, 2026

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Larry and Zwang family, We are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I’m so happy y’all all got to go up last month to see her. Sending much love and prayers🙏

By Mark and Traci Parsons - January 06, 2026

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Dear Zwang family, Please accept my condolences on the loss on you mother. May her memory be a blessing to you all.

By Paula Fingeret Rulin - January 04, 2026

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You Mom and Gammy always greeted me with a big smile, when we worked at Community Day School. She was so kind and caring, and helped with financial decisions. When we retired, we would see each other at Ocher classes at Pitt. Linda and my late husband Leonard, had birthday's one day apart, remembering all the good times at Taylor Allderdice High School, where they graduated in 1957. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. May you have strength during this difficult time, and may her memory be a blessing to all who loved her.

By Sandy Browdie and Daren Browdie - January 04, 2026

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So sorrt to read about LINDA we had great fun at Community Day A GREAT LADY

By Betty Elias - January 03, 2026

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goodbye my dear friend from kindergarten throughout life you will be missed love

By Natalie Rosenfeld Wolf - January 03, 2026

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