EBAUGH AARON DAVID On Monday, March 25th 2019, Aaron David Ebaugh, of Avalon, PA died at the age of 47. Aaron was creative and artistic and it showed in his work, restoring and creating beauty in homes and buildings all over this city. On October 10th, 1999, he married his best friend Pamela (Talenti) Ebaugh. They have since been raising three beautiful children together. If you knew Aaron, then you knew unconditional love and acceptance. His heart was so big and his thoughts so deep that he made the best listener and gave such good advice. His level of intelligence was so great there are no words to describe it. If you knew Aaron, then chances are he taught you something invaluable, gave you a new book to read, took you to a concert, or introduced you to something you've never even heard of before. He was the best husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend, and mentor. A rock for his family that will be so greatly missed. If you knew Aaron, then you knew how much better your life was because of him. Aaron's father Rev. Robert Ebaugh and grandparents Donald and Elizabeth Ebaugh were awaiting his arrival in heaven with open arms; he is survived by his wife, Pamela; and children, Madeleine (17), Evan (15), Riley (11); his mother, Kathy Ebaugh Greenawalt; his siblings, Nathan, Jason, Josh, and Elissa Ebaugh; and his nieces and nephews, Courtney, McKenzie, Hailey, Emma, Kayleigh, Aiden, and Jamison. Friends and family will be received from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 28 at the KASPER-HAHN FUNERAL & CREMATION SVC., INC., 547 8th St, Ambridge PA 15003, 724-266-2549, Friends and Family will be asked to meet at 11 a.m. Friday, March 29th at the Plum Creek Presbyterian Church parking lot, 550 Center-New Texas Rd. Plum, PA, 15239, Committal will take place at Plum Creek Cemetery. Aaron always thought that music and literature made the world a better place. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you read a book, or see live music in memory of him, he would have wanted it that way. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEBIC MARY CATHERINE "CATHY" (...
SEBIC MARY CATHERINE "CATHY" (WEIR) Age 74, of Greentree, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2019. Born July 15, 1944 in Pittsburgh; daughter of Edward J. and Edith (Swauger) Eger; preceded in death by her husband Mark D. Serbic; sister, Wilma (Sug) Irwin; brothers, Edward and Sebastian (Buzz) Eger; and her son Clifton (Clif) Weir. She is survived by her son John (Carolann) Weir; her stepdaughters, Kristen (Keith) Curran, and Susan (Steven) Large; her four grandsons, Kyle, Gage, Joshua, and Jacob; her five step-granddaughters, Ariane, Emily, Amanda, Carlyn and Samantha; many nieces, nephews, extended family members and close friends. Cathy enjoyed baking, cooking, gardening and spending time with her family and friends. In addition to being a homemaker for many years, she also worked as an administrative assistant for GTE Corporation and ran her own vending machine business. A gathering in celebration of Cathy's life will be held on March 31, 2019 from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m., where a memorial service will begin at 2 p.m. at BEINHAUERS, 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America www.alzfdn.org. Please add or view tributes at wwww.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RELOSKY FRANCES G. (SIMKO) OF ...
RELOSKY FRANCES G. (SIMKO) Of Bethel Park; age 82; passed away on Monday, March 25, 2019; beloved wife of the late Ronald R.; loving mother of Ronald (Christine) and the late Rene' Relosky; cherished grandmother of Elizabeth Pagano, Reed and Riley Relosky; great-grandmother of Chase Pagano; sister of the late Dorothy Tomko and Evelyn Seech; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and lifelong neighborhood friends. Fran's greatest joy was seeing her grandchildren and great-grandchild participate in their activities and spending time with her family. Family and friends will be received Thursday 10-2 PM and 4-7 PM at PAUL HENNEY CREMATION AND FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Friday, 9 a.m. at St. Germaine Church, Bethel Park. Burial will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery Chapel. henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DUTZMAN DENNIS "LADDIE" AGE 87...
DUTZMAN DENNIS "LADDIE" Age 87, of Plum Boro, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, March 24, 2019. Born on January 1, 1932 to the late Carl and Elizabeth (Petrosky) Dutzman of Windber, PA. Beloved husband of 64 years to Sally (Aldstadt) Dutzman; dearly loved father of Susan (Michael) Palladino, Dennis D. Dutzman, Diane (Robert) McElroy and the late Richard Dutzman; adoring grandfather of Kylie, Elizabeth, Brent, Emily and Molly; great-grandfather of Madelyn, Lucy, K.J. and Emelia; brother of Carl, Jr., Albert, Johnny and the late Lisa, Jolan, Margaret, Bob, Dolly, Ron and Billy. Dennis was a US Army Sgt. during the Korean War and an active member of Christ Lutheran Church in Murrysville. He had a lifelong love for his family, gardening, was an avid bowler, and had a wonderful singing voice. He will be missed by his dog Autumn. Friends will be received, Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road) Penn Hills, where a Service will be held, Thursday 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christ Lutheran Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAVRILLA STEPHANIE ELIZABETH O...
HAVRILLA STEPHANIE ELIZABETH Of Pittsburgh, on March 25, 2019, age 80. Daughter of the late Stephen and Helen (Prepelka) Havrilla; sister of Nicholas (Lorraine) Havrilla, Sr., Daniel (Bonnie) Havrilla, Stephen N. Havrilla, Jr., Lorraine (Warren) Havrilla Brock and Joseph A. Havrilla; aunt of Christine (Greg) Havrilla Soulje, Nicholas (Michelle) Havrilla, Jr., Tanya Havrilla Pfaltzgraff, Michelle Havrilla Coady and Catherine Havrilla; also survived by great-nieces-and-nephews. Stephanie graduated from Braddock General Hospital School of Nursing as a registered nurse and was an operating room nurse for over 40 years. Friends received SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, Thursday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. where a Panachida Service will be held at 6 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Cathedral, Munhall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John Cathedral, 210 Greentree Road, Munhall, PA 15120. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHMIDT ELIZABETH (WILDING) AG...
SCHMIDT ELIZABETH (WILDING) Age 93, of Columbus, OH, formerly of Monessen, on March 24, 2019. Beloved wife of Joseph Schmidt; mother of Lyn (Louis) Charobee of Dublin, OH, Sharon (William) Haines North Port, FL, Debra (Daniel) LaBriola of Fairfax Station, VA, Patricia (Charles) Wille of Hilliard, OH; sister of James Wilding and Shirley Golinski, both of Pittsburgh. Friends received in DALFONSO-BILLICK FUNERAL HOME, INC. AND CREMATION SERVICES, 441 Reed Ave., Monessen, (dalfonso-billick.com) on Friday 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m. Services on Saturday, 9 a.m. Blessing at 9:30 a.m. Funeral Mass in Epiphany Church, 44 PA Blvd., Monessen. Memorials to Arthritis Foundation, Foster Plaza #11, 790 Holiday Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EDWARDS MARIAN CAROL (BAESLACK...
EDWARDS MARIAN CAROL (BAESLACK) Age 90 of Pittsburgh, passed away on March 25, 2019. Ms. Edwards was born November 26, 1928 in Pittsburgh, PA; daughter of Gustav and Irene (Eckstein) Baeslack. She was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. Marian retired from the Wilkinsburg School District, having served as a teacher, principal and student teacher supervisor. Marian enjoyed her retirement for many years, attending plays, concerts, traveling and gardening. One of her proudest accomplishments was becoming a Master Gardener. In addition to her parents, Marian was preceded in death by her sister, Emily; brothers, Harold, Alfred, William Baeslack; and her loving husband, Cliff Edwards. Left to cherish her memory is her stepson, David Edwards; her daughter-in-law, Marisette Edwards; her niece, Carol (Baeslack) Colucci and her husband, Alan; her niece, Janet (Baeslack) Dzuricky of NC; her nephew, Brent Baeslack of ME and his wife, Sue; and two grandsons, Ian Edwards, Erik Edwards of CA and his wife, Sarah; also, grandniece Emily Colucci of NY; grandnephew, James Dzuricky; and grandniece Cara Dzuricky of NY. A private memorial will be held in the future. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Penn State Master Gardeners of Allegheny County, Penn State Extension, Allegheny County Master Gardeners, 1435 Bedford Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Funeral Private. Professional Services by D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, LTD., Lawrenceville www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROWN KENNETH D. AGE 75, OF EL...
BROWN KENNETH D. Age 75, of El Paso, TX. Peacefully on March 15, 2019. Beloved father to Danniele Fullard; beloved brother to Richard Brown and Loretta Rose; beloved grandfather to Eliana Fullard; survived by a host of relatives, extended family, and friends. Friends received 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206, where Funeral Service will begin at 12 p.m. www.costonfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SABOL CLARENCE "SPUD" 89 YEARS...
SABOL CLARENCE "SPUD" 89 years old of North Versailles on Monday, March 25, 2019. Born in North Braddock to the late Andrew and Mary. Beloved husband of 67 years to Mildred G. (Balkovic) Sabol; dear father of Patti (Mike) Flister, Gregg (Ada) Sabol, Lori (Mark) Baird, Julie Sabol, Susie (Chuck) Murn, and Rick (Jodi) Sabol; loving grandfather to 20 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren; brother of Tom (Kitty) Sabol, Bernice (Roe) Rothrauff, and the late Dorothy (Jim) Ridenour; also numerous nieces and nephews. Spud retired from Edgar Thomson Works after 42 years. He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. His special interests were watching his children and grandchildren participating in their various activities. He was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and enjoyed bowling and card playing. Family and friends received at the ROBERT P. KARISH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1300 Fourth Street, Braddock Hills. (412-271-3430) on THURSDAY ONLY 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A mass of Christian burial in St. Robert Bellarmine Church, North Versailles on Friday at 10 a.m. (Everyone please meet at Church). Entombment will follow at the Penn Lincoln Memorial Park with Military Honors. Family would like to extend their gratitude to the wonderful caregivers who cared for their dad. Memorial contributions to be made to the American Heart Association, 444 Liberty Ave., Suite 1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRITZ MARGARET "HEARTY" (EVANS...
FRITZ MARGARET "HEARTY" (EVANS) Age 93, passed away quietly, on Sunday, March 24, 2019. Wife of the late John Fritz; beloved mother of Bo (Jean) Fritz; grandmother of Lauren (Steven) and Evan (Lauren); great-grandmother of Taylor and Grant. Born in Pittsburgh on July 18, 1925 to parents Dr. William Howard and Margaret (Schaefer) Evans; sister to Thomas, Marian, Mercedes, Howard, Donald, Robert, Arthur, Lorraine, Regis, Ruthann, Carol and Richard; aunt to many nieces and nephews. Hearty will be loved and remembered as fun-loving with a great sense of humor. Visitation and Funeral Services were held privately. Arrangements made by JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LISICA CHARLES E. OF MOON TOWN...
LISICA CHARLES E. Of Moon Township, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on March 23, 2019, at Butler Memorial Hospital in Butler, PA. He was 93. He was born on May 8, 1925, in Coraopolis, PA to the late Marion J. and Elizabeth F. (Shelleby) Lisica. He was a member of Greater Pittsburgh Aero Radio Control Society. He loved building and flying radio controlled model airplanes. Charles proudly served his country in the Navy during WWII from 1943 to 1946 on the USS Ahrens receiving four ribbons, a victory medal and was in several naval battles. Charles worked for Jones and Laughlin steel corporation in Aliquippa, PA. for over 30 years prior to retirement; he is survived by his two sons, James C. Lisica (Teresa) of Prospect, PA., and Gary C. Lisica of Stoneboro, PA; a brother, Walter J. Lisica of Moon Township, PA; three grandchildren, Jason Lisica (Sara), Cindy Lisica (Alan Mur) and Steven Lisica; and one great-grandchild: Quinn Lisica. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 71 years Jayne Lisica; a brother, Samuel J. Lisica; and sisters, Florence M. Lisica, Mildred Lisica, Frances L. Coyle and Jane R. Hyatt. Visitation Wednesday 6-8 p.m. and Thursday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at COPELAND'S CORAOPOLIS, 867 Fifth Ave. where a service will be held on Friday at 1 p.m. Burial in Coraopolis Cemetery with Military Honors. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALLACE PHYLLIS JEANNETTE (SHA...
WALLACE PHYLLIS JEANNETTE (SHARE) Of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Passed away on March 25, 2019, surrounded by her family and loving husband. She was 90 years old. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Walter (Sonny) McLaughlin Wallace; and their four children-Sharon Wallace-Platt (husband-Larry Platt), Timothy Walter Wallace (wife-Lee Anne Wallace), Thomas E. Wallace (former wife-Sandi Wallace), and Nancy Baum (husband-Nadav Baum). She is also survived by nine grand children-Sunny Yawn and Kaylee Stephens, Taylor, Jacquie and Kelly Wallace, Kirby Wallace, Saxon, Danika and Keaton Baum; and one great-grandson, Maverick. Phyllis loved life and had an incredibly positive, infectious personality. She was always smiling, laughing and managing to have a good time whether it was making her famous rueben sandwiches for St. Patrick's Day, on one of the many Wallace family vacations, playing golf, or just having everyone for Sunday dinner. She was an incredible and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was also a wonderful cook, she loved to entertain, and was an avid golfer. Phyllis was by all measures a strong woman. Even though she never had the opportunity to attend college, together with her husband Walter they made many sacrifices to insure that all their children graduated from college. She had very strong opinions and she was not the least bit shy about sharing them with others. She could be tough but she was always fair and had a big heart. She was extremely active and involved in various organizations including the Rosedale Woman's Club and River Forest's Women's Golf League, and she volunteered at Forbes Regional Hospital for many years. In addition, to her passion for cooking she also knitted, taught sewing classes, and loved to spend winters in Florida with her husband and family. The Wallace family would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the staff at Presbyterian Senior Care-Westminster Place especially the team on the third floor for their attentiveness and loving care of Phyllis and Walter. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in Phyllis' name to Presbyterian Senior Care at: Presbyterian SeniorCare - Westminster Place 1215 Hulton Rd Oakmont, PA. 15139 https://donatenow.srcare.org/webroot/files/files/donationForm.html. There will be a private service for the family. Arrangements by BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES INC. Oakmont Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PODGURSKI WALTER J. "WALT" ON ...
PODGURSKI WALTER J. "WALT" On Saturday, March 23, 2019. After a brief illness surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of the late Catherine Podgurski; father of Debra (Ralph) Talerico of Pgh., PA, Kathleen (John) Karson of Peoria, IL, and Carol (Scott) Rybczynski of Buffalo, NY; brother of the late John (late Dorothy) Podgurski, and the late Sophie (late Henry) Kleysteuber; grandfather of Amanda (Tim) Filzen, Emily Karson, Michael Taleico, Ben (Robyn) Rybczynski, Corina (Tom) Friedrich and Carrie (Cory) Young; great-grandfather of Addison Filzen, David Friedrich, Elijah Young and Michael Talerico, Jr. Friends received Friday, 2-8 at the SZAFRANSKI-EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie. Mass of Christian Burial in All Saints P.N.C. Church on Saturday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Paul's P.N.C. Church, 5245 SE 112th St., Bellevue, FL 34420 or Gulfside Hospice, 5760 Dean Darry Rd., Zephyrhills, FL 33541. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEVI LISA A. (MAZZOCCHETTI) AG...
LEVI LISA A. (MAZZOCCHETTI) Age 58, of Crafton Heights, formerly of Lawrenceville, on Monday, March 25, 2019. Beloved mother of Samantha (Raven) Fuchs and Emily Levi; daughter of the late Joseph and Lois (Ross) Mazzocchetti; sister of Joseph (Denise) Mazzocchetti; companion of Gary Turner; her loving pets Charlie, Molly, Zoey and Mickey; also survived by numerous cousins and friends. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Friday, March 29, 2019 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Maria Goretti Parish, St. Joseph Church on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUMMER THOMAS A., SR. ON TUESD...
BUMMER THOMAS A., SR. On Tuesday, March 26, 2019, age 76, of Reserve Twp. Beloved husband of the late Judith A. Bummer; father of Thomas A. (Beverly) Bummer, Jr., Lorri (Glenn) Blanford; proud grandfather of Alexandra and Nathan Blanford; brother of Nancy (John) Hartman and Sally (Jim) Klein; brother-in-law of Dolly Bummer; preceded in death by his brother, Raymond Bummer, Sr. Friends received Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the HAHN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 123 North Ave., Millvale. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 10 a.m. at Holy Spirit Church. Tom was a veteran serving in the Navy. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DILLIS HELEN (RUBLE) AGE 88, O...
DILLIS HELEN (RUBLE) Age 88, of Upper St. Clair, on March 27, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Thomas A. Dillis for 59 years; loving mother of Debbie Dillis, Gail Dillis, Leigh (Bill) Friday, Carolyn (Mike) Fitzgerald and Tom (Valarie) Dillis; devoted grandmother of Sean, Joseph, Kelly, Matt, Kristen, Jake, Joel and Nicole; and cherished sister of Joseph (Carolyn) Ruble. Helen was an accomplished woman that adored her family and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Family and friends received on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, (412.221.3333). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 11 a.m. at St. John Capistran Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. View and share condolences at warcholfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOYLE ROBERT J. AGE 58, OF MUR...
BOYLE ROBERT J. Age 58, of Murrysville, on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. Beloved husband of Terri (Foster) Boyle; father of Justin Boyle; brother of Tom Boyle and Carol Luffey (Norman); also survived by a niece and four nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Marion Boyle. Friends will be received from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2019, at the GENE H. CORL, INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). A Blessing Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 30, 2019, in the funeral chapel. Interment following in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. corlfuneralchapel.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FARRINGER RICHARD "DICK" AGE 8...
FARRINGER RICHARD "DICK" Age 88, of Clinton, PA, formerly of Moon Township, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. Beloved husband of Helen Farringer. Born in Franklin, PA to the late Agnes and Irwin Farringer. Predeceased by brother, Irwin Junior Farringer; sisters, Roberta McCandless and Ruth Keene. Survived by, in addition to his wife Helen, his children, Richard (Mary) Farringer of New Orleans, Christie (Tony) DeChellis of Moon Twp., Brian (Lisa) Farringer of Moon Twp.; his step-children, Carolyn Pruver of Clinton, David (Brenda) Tennant of WV and Marilyn Corbin of WV; his brother, Ray Farringer of Mars, PA; and sister, Maxine Kersy of FL; 13 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Dick was an aircraft mechanic for the US Air Force, National Guard. Retired after 38 years at the rank of Chief Master Sgt. He enjoyed golfing, was a member of Beaver Lakes Country Club, now Shadow Lakes, was an avid hunter, a member of Coraopolis Sportsman's Club. He was a sharp shooter for the Air Force and competed in tournaments around the U.S. earning a distinguished small arms expert marksmanship award, among others. Family and friends received on Sunday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at COPELAND'S MOON TWP., 981 Brodhead Rd., where service will be held on Monday at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations in his name to Michael J. Fox Parkinson Foundation. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GALASCO RAYMOND A. OF BETHEL P...
GALASCO RAYMOND A. Of Bethel Park, age 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. Beloved husband of 60 years to the late Anna Marie (Stein); father of Raymond T. (Shirley), Thomas (Maureen), Michael (Orlinda), Patrick (Carol), Kathleen (Dan) Tauriello, and Karen (Ken) Debski; also survived by 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Ray was co-owner of Royale Automotive and enjoyed working with cars and gas model airplanes. Family and friends will be received on Friday, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at PAUL HENNEY CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, at 10 a.m., at St. Valentine Church, Bethel Park. Burial will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. www.henneyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NANZ CHARLES "CHUCK" AGE 84, O...
NANZ CHARLES "CHUCK" Age 84, of San Diego, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2019, at Deer Hill Estates in Lakeside, CA, where he was residing. He was previously a resident of Pleasant Hills and Clarion, PA. Chuck was formerly married to Leah (Grill) Nanz Archibeque of San Diego who survives; he was the proud father of four children, Mark Charles Nanz (deceased), Michael Nanz of San Diego, Margie Smilowitz of Lorton, VA, and Marilyn Rieken of San Diego; he was the grandfather of three: Leah, Mark, and Brett (Marilyn's children); he was the great-grandfather of six: Carissa, Daniel, Ryan, Tyler, Aubrey and Callie; in addition to his son, Chuck was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Nanz, as well as his sister, Shirley Nanz Kraemer. Born on May 31, 1934, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Harry and Edith (Shearon) Nanz. He graduated from South Hills High School in 1952, University of Pittsburgh in 1959 where he received both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees. Chuck was a four-year letterman and a senior captain on the Pitt Panthers Swim Team. He coached at Baldwin-Whitehall High School from 1964-68 leading his teams to two second place finishes at the PIAA State Championships before coming to Clarion in 1968. In 1953, he served as a member of the United States Army in Okinawa, Japan for two years. Chuck was considered the father of the Clarion University Men's Swimming Team. From 1969 to 1977, he won seven straight PSAC Championships with a dual meet record of 74-10 under Nanz with three Clarion teams going undefeated. Chuck was inducted into the Clarion University Sports Hall of Fame on April 30, 2010. After retirement, Chuck was a passionate world traveler, avid gardener and a well-known handyman in his community. Arrangements are under the care of the EL CAMINO MEMORIAL, 5600 Carroll Canyon Road, San Diego, CA. A graveside service and interment will be in the El Camino Memorial Park Cemetery on Friday, March 29, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. If you would like to send a note, share a story or upload a photo, please visit www.dignitymemorial.com. Your condolences and kind words will remain with the obituary, providing comfort for the family for years to come. The family requests memorial contributions may be made to the Mark Nanz Memorial Endowment, Clarion University Foundation, 840 Wood St., Clarion, PA 16214. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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