One of the area’s most talented, compassionate and inspirational volleyball coaches is retiring.
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Dennis Noble / President
Greetings fellow officials. I wanted to personally thank each of you for your interest, devotion, and dedication to our sport. As one of the largest volleyball chapters in Pennsylvania we have a responsibility to participating schools, athletes, coaches, and fellow officials to constantly be honing our skills. We also need to seek out new interested individuals for prospective officials. I encourage you to please use the ” off season” for recruitment and rules study. Have a blessed holiday and wondrous new year. Thank you!!
In Memoriam – Jack Quinn (1929-2013)
One of the founding fathers of the Golden Triangle Chapter and the true founder of Boys/Mens High School volleyball in western PA. — Jack Quinn —- passed this week. 
Jack was responsible for starting this chapter with Bruno Krsul (also deceased). His obituary cites his many accomplishments in life and his true love for all sports, especially volleyball.
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Jack A. “Coach” Quinn, 83, of Elderton, PA, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born May 11, 1929 in McKeesport, PA to Thomas H. and Evelyn C. (Hedman) Quinn.
In Memoriam: Rick Deer
The obituary for Rick E. Deer was listed in the Sunday Post Gazette. Information regarding a memorial service for Rick to be held on Saturday, 2-23-2013 at 4:00 p.m. at YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee Spencer can be found athttp://www.facebook.com/rickdeer.stories Camp Kon-O-KweeSpencer is located at 126 Nagel Road, Fombell, PA 16123.
Rick’s wife, Charlie is a long-time member with our chapter, a 25+ year official with the PIAA and a past state-championship official. The Chapter will be responding to Rick’s passing to the family.
In Memoriam: Raymond Bobak (1954-2012)
It is with deepest sympathy we announce the passing of friend, coach and fellow referee Ray Bobak. Ray died suddenly in a tragic accident at his home on Christmas Day.
Ray has been a part of the Pittsburgh volleyball community for over 20 years. He was the head coach at Duquesne University from 1992-1994 after serving previously as an assistant. He had also coached at Bishop Leonard grade school and Seton-LaSalle High School leading the Rebels to the WPIAL title in 2007. Ray also initiated and directed the Pittsburgh Catholic Diocesan volleyball league and championships.
In 2004 Ray created “Pittsburgh 3-Rivers” Volleyball Club from a satellite club known as Renaissance Central. He served as director and president until retiring in 2007.
Ray was also a retired trainman/conductor for Union Railroad.
Friends will be received on Friday 12/28 from 2-9 at William Slater II Funeral Service, 1650 Greentree Road, Scott Township. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday 12/29 at S.S. Simon & Jude Church. Obituary: http://shar.es/hiw1y
His impact has been felt on volleyball in the Pittsburgh area and his influence has helped shape many players and coaches in the region. Ray’s legacy will live on and he will be missed by many. Our sympathies and condolances are with his family and friends.