GAFFNEY RICHARD COOK, Sr. Richard Cook Gaffney, Sr., beloved husband, father, grandfather and great- grandfather, went to Heaven on Wednesday, October 28, 2015, at 3:47 p.m. He died surrounded by loved ones, both present and by phone. His last words, "I'm ready to go home", were spoken only after his wife told him she was safe and he could "let go". He was a wonderful man with a great heart. He was full of energy and ideas, always ready to help, and known for the love he shared with his wife. He eclipsed a childhood of abandonment and poverty to provide a life full of love and plenty for his family. He will be remembered for his great sense of humor, kindness and generosity. His passing creates a chasm in our lives that we will never fully refill. May God have mercy on his soul, and may he come to meet us when it is our time to come home. Richard is survived by his beloved wife of 61 and a half years, Dr. Virginia Brady Gaffney; by his six children, Richard, Jr. (Janet), Charles, Kathleen (David Neff), Robert (Gloria), Virginia (Robert Herrington), Eileen (Michael Stein), and by Beverly Holzworth Gaffney, whom he loved as a daughter. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, Richard III, Russell, Michelle Frantzen, Emily Bova, Charles, Stephen, Kenneth, Kelly Danilovics, Veronica Gaffney, Audrey, Colleen, Rachel, and Natalie; by 13 great- grandchildren; by two cousins, Anne Ganow and Joyce Lauber; and by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, John Edward Gaffney and Florence Cook; and by his sister, Lois Jeanne Braun. Richard's Catholic Funeral Mass was held on Saturday, October 31, 2015, at St. Martha's Catholic Church in Houston, Texas. Many came to celebrate the life of this great man. Richard will be buried in St. James Cemetery along with his ancestors. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh at 3526 Bakerstown Road, Bakerstown, PA 15007-9726; or to the Mildred Brady and Rena Martin Charitable Eye Clinic at 12615 Knighton Trail, St. Louis, MO 63127. To all of Richard's dear family and friends.
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HOVIS MARY LOU AGE 93, ON FRID...
HOVIS MARY LOU Age 93, on Friday, November 13, 2015, of Pleasant Hills. Loving mother of Suzanne Livezey, Diane Hines, Marybeth (Bob) Ross and Barbara (Bill) Waterkotte; proud grandmother of Beth (Donavon) Graybill, Briah (Joel Niecgorski) Waterkotte, Brenna (Zach Luncinski) Waterkotte, Alicia Hines and Brooke Waterkotte; loving great-grandmother of Laycie and Luke Niecgorski; sister of the late Jane (Bob) Clark and John Keith. Mary Lou was a longtime member of Pleasant Hills Presbyterian Church. She was a volunteer at Phipps Conservatory, an avid golfer and loved to read and play bridge. She was a strong, independent, funny lady who will be truly missed by her beloved family. A memorial service for Mary Lou will be held at Friendship Village of South Hills, 1290 Boyce Rd., Upper St. Clair, PA 15241 on November 23, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412- 881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Pleasant Hills Public Library, 302 Old Clairton Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15236 in memory of Mary Lou. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER EVELYN CORINE (SERBIN) ...
MILLER EVELYN CORINE (SERBIN) On Friday, November 13, 2015. Beloved wife of 65 years to the late Wilfred Miller; beloved mother of Darcy (Alan) Bernstein and Michele B. Miller; daughter of the late David and Anna Serbin; sister of Gary Serbin, Marlene Friedman and the late Leonard and Marvin (Rhoda) Serbin; grandmother of Adam (Jennifer) Bernstein and Ethan (Rachel) Bernstein; great- grandmother of Naomi Lee, David Miller and Ronen Miles Bernstein; also survived by beloved nieces and nephews. Evelyn was well known in the fashion eyewear industry. She made many friends at Concordia of South Hills where she always had a smile on her face, a song in her heart and a kind word for all. Evelyn was a strong matriarch who taught us to be kind, loving, have fun and most importantly to cherish family and friends. Our family would also like to acknowledge her many wonderful caregivers. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (9 - 10 a.m.). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Humane Society of Western Pennsylvania, 1101 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 or a charity of the donor's choice. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GABIG PATRICIA ANN (WILLEN) AG...
GABIG PATRICIA ANN (WILLEN) Age 66, of Mt. Lebanon, on Saturday, November 14, 2015. Beloved wife for 45 years of Frank F. Gabig; devoted mother of Jennifer Monahan (Jay), Christopher Gabig and David Gabig; sister of Thomas Willen (Susan), Robert Willen (Sandy), Mary Frances Hutchinson (Steven), Michael Willen (Cindy), James Willen and the late Dorothy Jean Reitz; also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Patty was a registered nurse and worked at St. Clair Hospital for 37 years and at Family Hospice for ten years. Friends may call at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, MONDAY from 4:00 p.m. until time of Blessing Service at 7:00 p.m. Interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Family Hospice and Palliative Care, 50 Moffett St., Pittsburgh, PA 15243. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRODA FREDERICK MICHAEL AGE 68...
BRODA FREDERICK MICHAEL Age 68, of Hudson, Florida, unexpectedly on November 10, 2015. Preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Catherine Broda. Beloved husband of Lori Lavery-Broda; loving father of Michele, Sharon Mock (Mike), David Ferrainolo (Melissa); brother of Patricia Hamilton (Ron) and MaryBeth Schumann (Ron); adoring pap to Matthew, Madison, and Rooney; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at JOHN N. ELACHKO FUNERAL HOME, 3447 Dawson Street, Tuesday ONLY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. at St. Paul Cathedral. Interment private. Visit Michael's memorial page at: ELACHKO.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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QUINN ILSE OF ROBINSON TWP., F...
QUINN ILSE Of Robinson Twp., formerly of Penn Hills, peacefully on Friday evening, November 13, 2015. Beloved wife of the late John F. Quinn; dear mother of Bernard and his wife, Denise Quinn; grandmother of Dr. Melissa Quinn and Brittany Quinn; also survived by her sister, Gertrude (James) Cartwright and the late Wendelen (Wally) Meyer. Family and friends are welcome Monday, 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 700 7th St., McKees Rocks, PA 15136, where a Funeral Service will be held Tuesday morning, 10 a.m., officiated by Rev. Karl McDonald. Interment to follow in Emmanuel Cemetery, Export, PA. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.musmannofh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HEDGES CATHERINE MALCOLM AGE ...
HEDGES CATHERINE MALCOLM Age 74, beloved wife of James E. Hedges, entered into rest Thursday, November 12, 2015, at University Hospital, Augusta, GA. Catherine loved people and she was loved by them. Born February 10, 1941, in McKees Rocks, PA, to her loving parents, Helen Dunzyk Malcolm and William Pokes Malcolm of McKees Rocks, PA. After graduation from McKees Rocks High School, where she was ROXIAN yearbook editor, she earned double degrees in English and Spanish with a minor in History from The University of Pittsburgh. There she met her husband of 53 years, James E. Hedges. They were married Dec. 23, 1962, while he was in AF Flight Training School. Upon completion, they were stationed at Webb AFB, where she taught high school for four years in Big Springs, TX. Later, after returning to Pittsburgh, PA, she taught in the Penn Hills School System. She enjoyed flowers and gardening and was a member of the Penn-Hebron and Murrysville Garden Clubs. She loved couples golf events and parties during her 15 year membership at Edgewood Country Club. When she moved to Aiken in 1989, she became heavily involved in equine-related activities. She was Treasurer of the Aiken Horse and Driving Club. She loved taking her beautiful and well spoiled Clydesdale, Rocky on Sunday drives through Hitchcock Woods. She belonged to Aiken Hounds and Whiskey Road Fox hunting clubs and received her colors for service to the hunt. She served as registrar and/or judge at several competitive driving and horse riding events. She had her reserved spot at polo matches and served on the Aiken Fall Steeplechase committee. Catherine served on The Board of the Aiken County Red Cross and co-chaired their initial fundraising art shows. She is survived by her loving husband, James E. Hedges. She was preceded in death by her parents. Visitation will be held Monday, Nov. 16, 2015, 6-8 p.m. at GEORGE FUNERAL HOME, 211 Park Ave. SW, Aiken, SC 29801. 803-649-6234. Viewing at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015, with Funeral Services at 2 p.m. at George Funeral Home. With her love of animals, it is requested in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to the Aiken SPCA, 199 Willow Run Rd., Aiken, SC 29801. 803-648-6863, or That's What Friends Are For, PO Box 9460, Augusta, GA 30906. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORSE KENNETH JAMES AGE 37, OF...
MORSE KENNETH JAMES Age 37, of Moon Township, formerly of North Huntingdon, died of brain cancer on November 14, 2015, at his home. Ken is survived by his wife, Melissa (Hanbury); and five-year-old son, Aidan; his parents, Kenneth S. and LeeAnn; sister, Amie (JL) Schake; and niece, Addison Schake; brother, Steve Morse; grandparents, Jim Wallace and Pat Wallace; mother-in-law, Shirley Hanbury; brother-in-law, Jim (Kari) Hanbury; and sister-in-law, Amanda Hanbury. Ken graduated from Penn State Behrend in 2000. He was a Senior Technical Analyst at the Fed Ex corporate office in Moon. He loved playing dek hockey and watching the Penguins. He was a devoted husband and father. He was a greater man than can be expressed in words. Friends and relatives will be received on Monday from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333), where a service will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment to follow in Melrose Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations for Aidan's education are appreciated. View and share condolences at: warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAYES JOHN FRANK A MARKETING E...
HAYES JOHN FRANK A marketing executive, business owner and local politician who helped select the Universal Product Code (UPC) and drive its early adoption, died Sunday, November 8, 2015. He was 93. Mr. Hayes began his professional life as market researcher, working for Procter and Gamble in England, the U.S. and France from 1952-1964. From 1964 to 1979, he was General Manager of Marketing and Advertising for H.J. Heinz. In that capacity, he worked closely with the Institutional Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), chairing the committee that completed the first business census of the U.S. food service industry. In 1969, IFMA awarded Mr. Hayes their Key Man award. Between 1971 and 1973, Mr. Hayes served on both the Ad Hoc Committee on a Uniform Grocery Product Code and its Symbol Standardization Subcommittee. Composed of senior members of the manufacturing and retail industries, these committees led industry selection of a product code designed to automate the checkout process and facilitate inventory management. Today's ubiquitous UPC was the result. Mr. Hayes was present at an Ohio supermarket when the country's first UPC-marked grocery item was purchased. In the late 1970s, while on leave of absence from H.J. Heinz, Mr. Hayes served as Vice President of the newly formed Distribution Number Bank, which administered and promoted the global acceptance of the UPC. In 1979, Mr. Hayes founded Hayes, Nedved and Associates, a market research consultancy based in Sewickley, PA, which he operated as a principle for 30 years. In 1993, he was elected to the Osborne Borough Council, serving as Council President from January 1, 1998, until December 31, 2009. In 2004, he was named Man of the Year by the Sewickley Herald. Mr. Hayes was born October 13, 1922, in Birmingham, England of Frank W. Hayes and Ada Louisa (Buck) Hayes. He attended Birmingham's King Edward's School, founded in 1552, and served in the Royal Air Force in both the North African and Italian campaigns during World War II. Following the war, he attended the University of Birmingham, obtaining Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Commerce. He emigrated to the U.S. in 1964. At various times in the late 1960s, he lectured on marketing at Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh. He became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1971. Mr. Hayes was predeceased by his sister, Joan; and survived by his wife of 68 years, Marion (Messenger) Hayes; a daughter, Janet Hayes, of Denver, her husband, Art Morrissey, and daughter, Emma Morrissey; a son, Peter, of Sewickley, his wife, Sono Takano Hayes, and their son, Jason Hayes. Arrangements by COPELAND'S OF SEWICKLEY. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CAMPBELL EDWARD G. AGE 55, OF ...
CAMPBELL EDWARD G. Age 55, of Natrona Heights, originally from Penn Hills, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015, in Allegheny General Hospital following a brief illness. Ed was born in Pgh. on Feb. 27, 1960, to Edward R. and Myrna J. Gardner Campbell. He attended Penn Hills schools and he was an auto detailer at Softouch Carwash, Inc., Natrona Heights. He is survived by his parents of Grove City; a sister, Cheryl L. (Roy) Haushalter, McKees Rocks; a niece, Amanda Hall, FL; and a nephew, Matthew Norman, GA. He was preceded in death by a sister, Cynthia M. Norman (2010). A public memorial service will be held in Natrona Heights and announced at a later date. Arrangements by CUNNINGHAM FUNERAL HOME, INC., Grove City, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GARVEY DOROTHY CLOONAN AGE 92,...
GARVEY DOROTHY CLOONAN Age 92, of Saline, MI, died Saturday, November 7, 2015. She was the daughter of the late Patrick and Elizabeth Cloonan; and the widow of James E. Garvey. She is survived by her children, Arlene Garvey Rocchini (Al), Terrence Garvey (Anita), Mark Garvey (Kate Jackson), Dennis Garvey (Karen), Mary Grace Garvey and the late James E. Garvey (Kat). She had nine grandchildren; and six great- grandchildren. Also survived by her dearest and longtime friend, Audrey Boyer. She was born and raised in Munhall and resided in Swissvale while working as a nurse and State Inspector for the Commonwealth. She retired to Las Vegas where she enjoyed the many social activities. She then moved east to be closer to family and grandchildren. As per Dorothy's wishes, she will be interred in Saint Mary Magdalene Cemetery alongside her late husband and parents. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHNARRENBERGER HENRY E. HERK...
SCHNARRENBERGER HENRY E. HERKY Herky, 87, of Pittsburgh, PA, on Tuesday, November 10, 2015. Son of the late Henry F. and Gladys Schnarrenberger; brother of Lois and the late Wally Sherbon of Ohio, Nancy and the late Ken Boice of Chicora, PA, and the late Dorothy and Tex Bolton of Farmersville, TX; uncle of Scott, Ronnie, and the late Kenny Boice, Linda and Wally, Jr. Sherbon, Bonnie, Fel Henry, Gordon, Jill, and Suzie Bolton; he is also survived by many great-nieces and nephews. Herky was an active member of the Masonic Lodge No. 573 Corinthian Lodge and various other clubs and organizations. Visitation will be Tuesday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. with a blessing service at 3 p.m. by Memorial Park Presbyterian Church where he attended. These services will be held at STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 920 Cedar Avenue (Across from AGH). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ADAMS MICHAEL CLYDE AGE 64, OF...
ADAMS MICHAEL CLYDE Age 64, of Scottdale, lost his battle with leukemia, peacefully at home, on Tuesday, November 10, 2015. Born November 7, 1951, in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late Clyde F. Adams, Jr. and Mary Ann (Connors) Adams. Survivors include his loving wife, Susan Wright; sister, Cindy; brother, Gary; and extended family. There will be no public viewing and arrangements are in the care of GRAFT - JACQUILLARD FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Scottdale. A memorial service is being planned at the East Huntingdon Sportsman's Association and will be announced at a later date. If desired, you may share personal thoughts and condolences by visiting Mike's memorial obituary at: www.gjfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FINE JOSEPH, M.D. ON FRIDAY, N...
FINE JOSEPH, M.D. On Friday, November 13, 2015. Beloved father of Julie (Michael Nesler) Fine of Deerfield, IL and Linda (James F. Petraglia) Fine of Pittsburgh, PA; grandfather of Alex Fine Petraglia, Adam Fine Petraglia, Joshua Fine Nesler and Eden Fine Nesler. Services and Interment Private. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DERINGER PHIL F. ON WEDNESDAY...
DERINGER PHIL F. On Wednesday, November 11, 2015, Phil F. Deringer, age 77, of Ohio Township. Beloved husband of 51 years of Kathleen Deringer; loving father of Stephanie Kurtz, Vicky Deringer and Philip (Julie) Deringer; brother of Joseph Deringer, Clifford Deringer, Georgenne Gloeckner and Kevin Deringer; grandfather of Daniel and Sam Kurtz, Jessica Myers, Aiden and Jackson Deringer. Family will receive friends on Friday, November 20, 2015, from 4-7 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORSE F. HARVEY, JR. IN HIS 91...
MORSE F. HARVEY, Jr. In his 91st year of life, Harvey passed away peacefully at his home in Bradford Woods on Tuesday, November 10, 2015. Beloved husband and soulmate of Bonnie McDermid Morse for 47 years; loving father of Kathy Morse Gorka; and the proud grandfather of Ryan Gorka. He was predeceased by his mother and father, Emma and F. Harvey Morse, Sr.; and his sister, Ruth Morse, all of New York City. Harvey was a man who cared deeply about his family, his country, and his world. He was a graduate of Syracuse University and worked for White- Westinghouse in international advertising. In lieu of flowers, his family suggests memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Association, PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090. There will be a private memorial service. Arrangements by GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., Wexford, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOYCE JANET L. (DUNN) PASSED A...
BOYCE JANET L. (DUNN) Passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2015, at the age of 66. Beloved mother of Jennifer (John) Ciroli and Christopher; grandmother of Olivia, Beatrix, and Lillian; sister of Gale Moss and Wade (Toni) Dunn; dear aunt, cousin, and friend. Janet was a special needs educator who loved needlework and tending to her garden. Service: A visitation will be held in Saint Louis, Missouri on Saturday, November 21, 2015, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m., at JOHN L. ZIEGENHEIN & SONS, 7027 Gravois Avenue (63116). A memorial service will be held at a later date. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WATERS DANIEL JOHN FORMERLY OF...
WATERS DANIEL JOHN Formerly of Castle Shannon, entered into the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, October 30, 2015. Born November 8, 1954, in Pittsburgh, Danny was the third son of John Waters (deceased) and Glenys Waters (Cunningham) of Bridgeville. He is survived by brothers, David (Theresa) New Brighton, James of Bridgeville, Thomas (Frieda) Lake Alfred, Florida; sister, Melissa Westerman (Ken Westerman) Cibolo, Texas; and brother, Jonathan (Phyllis) Romeo, Michigan. He is survived by many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Danny graduated from Keystone Oaks High School in 1972. He found freedom when he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, January 9, 2016, at the First Presbyterian Church of Castle Shannon at 1:00 p.m. Contributions may be sent to: Life Challenge, 17667 Pierson Street, Detroit, MI 48219. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SOLOMON DOLORES R. OF SQUIRREL...
SOLOMON DOLORES R. Of Squirrel Hill, formerly of Shadyside, died November 4, 2015. She was 87. She was a daughter of Dr. Samuel A. Ruben and Jean Klevans Ruben. She was the mother of Edward L. Solomon III of Pittsburgh and Suzan Solomon of Sherman Oaks, California, and the grandmother of Rebecca and Jordan Solomon of Pittsburgh. She is also survived by her sister, Millicent "Mitzie" Mild, age 86, of Akron, Ohio, and her children. She was the Vice President of Mercer Lime Company in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, and was the breeder of champion Standard Poodles. She was known as the "Poodle Lady of Pittsburgh." A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2015, at Rodef Shalom Temple, 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Refreshments will be served following the service. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WARNER HELEN J. AGE 93, ON TUE...
WARNER HELEN J. Age 93, on Tuesday, November 10, 2015, of Westwood. Mother of Clara (Tom) Barrett and Andrea Roberts; grandmother of Kelly (Eric) and Jason (Megan); great-grandmother of Olivia, Jason and EJ; preceded in death by her parents; sister of the late Mary Krupsky, Anna Cheremeta, Mike, Charles and Peter Cheremeta and Julia Susko; also survived by her nieces and nephews and her grandpuppies, Holly and Tanner. Helen's services were held privately and arrangements were entrusted to the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Rd., Brentwood 15227. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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