Deborah Friedman Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Deborah Friedman in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is shared. Deborah, born on May 1, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on June 21, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Deborah Friedman to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her husband Nick Toia; and her parents, Ruth Friedman and Jerry Friedman. She is survived by: her children, Jake Dizard (Kate Taylor), Max Dizard (Brittany Colatrella) and Rachael Dizard (Joel Svensson); her grandchildren, Audrey, Raphael, Joaquin, Carmelo Dizard, Isaac, Samuel and Gabriel Svensson; and her brothers, Robert Friedman (Elizabeth) and Daniel Friedman (Denise Pollack). She is also survived by several nephews and a niece; and a host of devoted friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations to The Branch made in Debbie's honor are graciously welcomed.
