DANDREA EDITH E. (KNIGHT) Age 89, of Coraopolis, formerly of Pittock, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 29, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer and other illnesses. Edith was the beloved wife of the late Michael E. Dandrea; loving mother of Linda (Ted) Hansford and Michael (Edwina) Dandrea; very proud grandmother of Danelle (Adam) Diodata, Michael Dandrea, Bob Hutchison, Drew Dandrea; and great-grandmother of Anthony and Leah Diodata. Her most enjoyment was being with her family. Edith will be remembered for her kindness and beautiful smile. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Saturday, April 6, 2019, from 10-11 a.m. at the Kennedy Twp. location of the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 941 McCoy Rd., Kennedy Twp., PA 15136. Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. in the MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL. Interment private. Please view the family's online guestbook, www.musmannofh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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YUHAS REGIS AGE 67, OF DUQUES...
YUHAS REGIS Age 67, of Duquesne, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 in UPMC Montefiore. Born on June 7, 1951, in McKeesport, he was the son of the Late Joseph John Yuhas and Virginia Marie Colby. Mr. Yuhas honorably served his country in the United States Air Force and was a Vietnam Veteran. Mr. Yuhas enjoyed playing guitar, fishing, and watching baseball. He especially loved the music of CCR; he is survived by his loving brother and sister, Daniel (Yvonne) Yuhas and Cheryl (David) McGeehan; and several nieces and nephews who will sorely miss him. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Karen Yuhas Reilly. Family and friends will be received in the WILLIAM S. SKOVRANKO MEMORIAL HOME, INC., Richford and Commonwealth Avenue, Duquesne, on Tuesday, April 2, 2019, from 2-4 p.m. and 5:30 -7:30 p.m. at which time a Blessing Service will be offered by Rev. Thomas A. Lewandowski. Mr. Yuhas will be interred in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, on Thursday, April 4, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BIANCO MAGDALENE M. "MAL" (BAN...
BIANCO MAGDALENE M. "MAL" (BANAS) Formerly of North Braddock, age 95, on Saturday, March 30, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Frank Bianco; loving mother of Mercedes (Larry) Sabol and Susan (Michael Turley) Pscheidl; cherished grandmother and nana of Lisa (Matt) Vitous, LeighAnn Brocato, Lance (Carlie) Sabol and Shane Sabol; dear great-grandmother of Olivia and Amelia Brocato and Kylie and Wyatt Sabol; preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers. Mal will best be remembered for the love she gave to all her family. Friends welcome Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC; 700 Linden Ave. at Cable; East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart Church on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Pittsburgh Catholic Charities; 212 Ninth Street; Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRUCKMAN WILLIAM ROBINSON, JR....
BRUCKMAN WILLIAM ROBINSON, Jr. A longtime resident of Forest Hills, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 30, 2019. William was born on February 7, 1932, in Wilkinsburg, PA. Bill was a proud graduate of Wilkinsburg High School (1951) and Pennsylvania State University (1955) with a B.A. in Commerce. Bill's secret to a happy life was music (he played the piano) and humor (he was a great punster). Bill married his first wife, Joyce Myra Tilton, 1958. Bill and Joyce had two daughters, Brenda and Kathryn. Joyce passed away in 1962. Later, he met a widow, Marilyn Bruckman, and her daughter Patricia. In 1965, the five of them got married and he gained another daughter. Bill was a longtime Realtor for Bruckman Realty and a member of the Independent Fee Appraisers (IFA). He was past president of both the Greater Pittsburgh Board of Realtors and the IFA. He was a proud Navy veteran, where he served on board the aircraft carrier USS Tarawa. His three great passions were Kiwanis where he was a Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor and 60-year member, Penn State University, and his family. Bill liked to be active and had many other activities: Judge of Election for his ward for many years, member and president of his local AARP chapter, kids reading program at Hosanna House, Silver Sneaker exercise class, and others. He also loved his cottage at Ridgeview Park and playing tennis, walking, and jumping ocean waves with his daughters. He was a longtime member of South Avenue Methodist Church. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William R. Bruckman, Sr. and Nancy (Foraker); his first wife, Joyce; his second wife of over 50 years, Marilyn; and his brother Fred. He is survived by his daughters, Patricia Jones, Brenda Nichol (Herbert), and Kathryn Burgess (Joseph); his seven grandchildren Rachel Dixon (Michael), Allison Clepper (Joshua), Gwendolyn Jones, Laurel Jones (Jeremy Fague), Ryan Burgess (Clare), Melissa Nichol, and Matthew Nichol; and great-grandchlidren Joelie, Declan, and Verity Clepper; one sister, Barbara Kim. Friends received at WOLFE MEMORIAL, FOREST HILLS CHAPEL, 3604 Greensburg Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15221, on Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday [time TBA]. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KLUE MARY T. (MAZZA) AGE 89, O...
KLUE MARY T. (MAZZA) Age 89, of Mckees Rocks, peacefully on Friday evening, March 29, 2019, with her family by her side. Beloved wife of 60 years to the late Charles Klue; also survived by nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Nicoletta Mazza; also preceded in death by her brother, Joseph Mazza, and her sister Helen Zak. Family and Friends are welcome for visitation on Monday 4-6 p.m. at the Stowe Twp. Location of the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 700 7th Street, McKee's Rocks, PA. 15136 (412-331-0900). Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 11:30 a.m. St. John of God Parish The Church at St. Mary's. Please view the family's online guestbook at www.musmannofh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHMOTZER BARBARA ANN OF WEST ...
SCHMOTZER BARBARA ANN Of West Mifflin, Barb was born on April 28, 1952 and passed away peacefully after a brief battle with cancer on Sunday, March 31, 2019. Barb is survived by her husband, David Schmotzer; a son, Mathias (Mary) Schmotzer of Indiana; a daughter, Monica (David) DePaul of Pittsburgh; a brother, John (Sue) Grzesiuk of Kirkland, WA; and a brother-in-law, Greg (Maureen) Schmotzer of Carnegie. The joys of her life, her Angel Girl, Mia Grace Schmotzer and her Bubbalicious, Tyler William Schmotzer. Her granddogs, Penny and Piper DePaul and Sidney Schmotzer. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Elizabeth Grzesiuk; her uncle and aunt, Waldo and Stella Stojko; mother and father-in-law, Marian Minx and George Schmotzer. Barb lived her life to the fullest, she found the good in every person she met. She loved anytime spent with her loving family. Friends received Tuesday, 1-8 p.m., in THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral Prayer Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Angels Church at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Allegheny Health Network: Oncology Department, Office of Fund Development, 4818 Liberty Ave., Pgh., PA 15224. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCOTT VIRGINIA L. "GINNY" AGE ...
SCOTT VIRGINIA L. "GINNY" Age 66, of South Park, after a courageous battle with lymphoma, on Saturday, March 30, 2019. Loving mother of Ryan M. Flint; sister of Mariann Adler, James Scott, Michael (Mary Beth) Scott and the late Robert (surviving wife Pat) Scott. Virginia worked as a Field Examiner for the Dept. of Labor for 40 years. She will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Funeral arrangements private by BEINHAUER'S, 724-941-3211. Memorials may be made to Heartland Home Hospice. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GUNTHER MARK "GAD" ON SATURDAY...
GUNTHER MARK "GAD" On Saturday, March 30, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Ofra Mark; beloved father of Mina E. Mark, MD, of Philadelphia, Daphne Mark-Ferenchik (Kevin) of Pittsburgh and Rona N. Mark (Niall O'Rourke) of New York, NY; brother of Dr. Harry Mark of New Haven, CT and Dr. Miriam Pollak of Berlin, Germany; grandfather of Gabriella Ferenchik. Friends may meet at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Tuesday at 10 a.m., and then proceed to West View Cemetery of Rodef Shalom Congregation for 11 a.m., Graveside Services. Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORGAN DOLORES J. "DEE" "TOOTS...
MORGAN DOLORES J. "DEE" "TOOTSIE" (SHIPLEY) Age 82, of East McKeesport, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2019. Wife of the late Robert R. Dick Morgan Sr.; a son, David Edward Morgan; mother of Cindy (Martin) Busija, Rick (Shari) Morgan, Sally Rettger (Jeff), Kathy Berger, Patty (Sean) Marks and the late David Edward Morgan; mother-in-law of the late Donald Berger; grandmother of Jennifer (Jason) Posey, Samantha Morgan, Martin (Laura) Busija, Robert Morgan III, Rachel Rettger (Michael), Jessica Berger, Chad Rettger, Ian Marks, and Nathan Marks; great-grandmother of Kyle and Natalie Grace DePugh; sister of Mary Lou (Martin) Fichtenmayer and the late Paul, Ralph, and Robert Shipley; also nieces and nephews. Dee was a former employee of East Allegheny School District and a member of Linway United Presbyterian Church. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday at the FORGIE-SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. Services 11 a.m., Wednesday in Linway United Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, a contribution can be made to Alzheimer's Research, Ma's Pantry, Linway United Presbyterian Church, or Family Hospice and Palliative Care. For online condolences please visit: snyderfuneralservices.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER SALLY J. (SWANSON) AGE ...
MILLER SALLY J. (SWANSON) Age 74, of Collier Twp., on Sunday, March 31, 2019. Loving sister of David Swanson (Sylvia), Earl Swanson (Pat) and Maryrae Mikus (Bob); also survived by nephew, Michael Swanson, friends, family and fur babies, Mitzi and Molly. Visitation, 11-4 p.m., Tuesday at HENNEY BRADWELL & NIRELLA FUNERAL HOME, 524 Washington Ave., Carnegie where a funeral service will be held Tuesday, 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Presbyterian Church, 740 Washington Ave., Bridgeville, PA 15017 or Fur Kid Rescue, PO Box 5, South Park, PA 15129. henneybradwellnirella.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HINES BEVERLY A. (LUTCH) OF MO...
HINES BEVERLY A. (LUTCH) Of Monroeville, age 76, on Sunday, March 31, 2019. Beloved wife of Clifford R. Hines for 54 years; loving mother of Kim Janocko and C.J. (Angela) Hines both of Monroeville; cherished grandmother of Emilee, Zachary, Austin and Nathan Janocko and Hayden and Canyon Hines; sister of Sandra (David) Harthan of Erie, Carmen (Margo) Lutch of Whitehall and Patrick Lutch of Irwin. Beverly was an assistant secretary at the Pittsburgh Public Schools and an office manager for Plan Five Development. Friends welcome Wednesday, 2-8 p.m., in the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Bernadette Church on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HART MARY ELLEN (CARLSON) AGE ...
HART MARY ELLEN (CARLSON) Age 86, of Dormont, peacefully, on Saturday, March 30, 2019. Mother of Gregory (Lori) and Douglas (Heather) Hart; grandmother "Grammy" of Brittany, Eric, Mitchell, Nathan and Cullin; great-grandmother of Cole; sister of Carol (John) Robert and the late Anna Caruso; also survived by her close circle of girlfriends. Mary Ellen enjoyed traveling the world and volunteering at the Benedum Center after retiring. Family and friends will be received at LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon on Tuesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered in St. Bernard Church on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCIULLI RICHARD PHILLIP AGE 53...
SCIULLI RICHARD PHILLIP Age 53, of Brookline. Peacefully on March 14, 2019. Beloved son of late Felix C. and Beverly R. Sciulli; beloved grandson of late Richard T. and Phyllis Jacobs and Margaret Visciarelli; amazing brother of Mark R. Sciulli and Keith R. Sciulli; loving uncle of Jessica Sciulli, Jacob Sciulli and Lauren Sciulli; loving brother-in-law of Nancy Sciulli and Yanna Sciulli; and of course devoted and loving partner to Christopher Bazzoli; and friend of many who he made to feel and look beautiful. Richard was a true SuperHero in life who could do things with his hands and vision and energy, those of us mortals could never imagine. Love You, Brother Love! Funeral Mass Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., In the Church of the Resurrection, 1100 Creedmoor Ave., Pgh., PA 15226. Celebration of life afterwards at Coaches Bottleshop & Grille, 3105 Banksville Rd., Pgh., PA 15216. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PFANSTIEL KATHY PASSED AWAY VE...
PFANSTIEL KATHY Passed away very peacefully surrounded by her family. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 36 years, Jim, who cared for and treasured her like no other. She is the daughter of George Aspiotes and the late Ruth Aspiotes and Jim and Priscilla Pfanstiel. Her children, Trina (Ray) Greer and Christopher (Tina) Pfanstiel and her adoring grandchildren, Ruthie, Caleb, Jordan, Oraia, and Angelo. Her brother, Nick (Nancy) Aspiotes and sisters, Cindy (Scott) Heddaeus, Sara Halo and Priscilla Pfanstiel-Robinson. She is also survived by countless nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who loved and adored her humor and passion for life. She touched many lives from hospitals to penguin games with her smile, spark and her ability to relate to everyone with kindness. She was always ready with a good joke, hug or smile. She will be sorely missed. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER'S. Family and friends welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray 724-941-3211 on Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., with additional visitation at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church Thursday 10 a.m., until time of Funeral Service at 11a.m. Trisagion Service will be held Wednesday, 4 p.m. In her memory, the family prefers donations to Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, 123 Gilkeson Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15228 or the MS Society, 1501 Reedsdale Street Suite 105, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OLIVER WILLIAM J. ON THURSDAY,...
OLIVER WILLIAM J. On Thursday, March 28, 2019, William J. Oliver, 63, of Pittsburgh. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, John A. Oliver and Victoria E. Oliver; survived by his sister, Carole Panzer Fox; husband, Frank; and their two children, Kristin Fox DeVoe and Frank M. Fox, III; and by his nieces and nephew, Lauren DeVoe and Douglas DeVoe, Megan Fox and Catlin Fox. Bill led a full life filled with his career as a social worker for the State of Pennsylvania, and his passion for music and guitars. Bill fought a courageous battle with multiple sclerosis for many years. In Bill's memory a donation to the Multiple Sclerosis society would be greatly appreciated. www.nationalmssociety.org/ There will be no service rather the family will hold a celebration of life for Bill at a later date. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAIMONE MARYANNE L. NORTH LIMA...
MAIMONE MARYANNE L. North LimaMaryanne L. Maimone, Age 78, passed away March 27, 2019 at Hospice House in Poland, Ohio. She was born January 16, 1941 in Pittsburgh; the daughter of Anthony and Loretta Maimone. She was a 1958 graduate of St. Basil's Catholic High School in Pittsburgh, PA. She moved to Youngstown in 1967 working for General Ionics and retired from Trumbull County Child Support Enforcement Agency after a 28 year career; she is survived by a brother, James (Joan) Maimone; a sister, Maryjane Ruffner; a brother Bud (Sunny) Maimone; life partner, George Kennedy; and many nieces and nephews. There are no calling hours and cremation is being handled by CLEMENTE FUNERAL HOME, New Middletown, Ohio. Visit www.clementefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VRANISH DOUGLAS G. AGE 61, OF ...
VRANISH DOUGLAS G. Age 61, of Irwin, died Saturday, March 30, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Veronica Kingerski; sons, Jacob Vranish, his wife, Alyssa, and Benjamin Vranish (Babs); daughter, Sarah Vranish; brother, Matthew Vranish and his wife, Cindy; sisters, Sandra (Daniel) Skerbetz, Susan (Glenn) Wells; and grandson, Evander. Wednesday from 2-8 p.m., JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. Funeral service Thursday at 11 a.m. Donations may be made to Mario Lemieux Foundation. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ASMONGA STEPHEN D.. "PETE" OF ...
ASMONGA STEPHEN D.. "PETE" Of West Homestead, on March 30, 2019, age 80; son of the late Steven and Mary (Melnick) Asmonga; beloved husband of the late Charlotte K. (Shanoski) Asmonga; father of David (Jennifer Kondas) Asmonga; step-father of Kelly (Tony Mastrilli) Deffenbaugh and the late John Patrick Deffenbaugh; brother of Nancy Benedetti, Arthur Asmonga, Noreen Sekerski and the late Donald Asmonga, Leona Gress, Judy Asmonga, Mary Lou Gedman and JoAnne Sedlak; grandfather of Amanda Asmonga and Olivia, Jonna and Jack Mastrilli; also survived by nieces, nephews and friends. Pete was an Army Veteran and a Foreman for US Steel Irvin Works retiring with 45 years of service. He was an avid golfer, softball player, gardener and he enjoyed playing cards with friends and watching sporting events. Family and friends will be received at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC.,3501 Main Street, Munhall on Tuesday 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be Thursday, 10 a.m. at St. Therese Church, Munhall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Animal Rescue or the Kidney Foundation. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LAWLEY GLORIA AGE 78, PASSED A...
LAWLEY GLORIA Age 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, March 30, 2019. She was born on November 22, 1940 in Wilkinsburg, PA to William and Helen (Delancey) Butler. Gloria graduated from Wilkinsburg High School in 1959 and went on to work at Rockwell International. On April 29, 1961, she married John Regis Lawley. Together they enjoyed a lifelong love for each other, their three children, and one grandchild. Gloria, always a mom first, was forever available whether to play, give a new band a listen, watch the Pirates, Steelers, and Pens; or master a video game. She schooled many an opponent in Ms. Pacman and Dr. Mario. But, most of all, Gloria will be remembered for listening. As a mom, grandmum, aunt, or friend, she was always there to lend a caring ear and conversation leading you to find a solution to any problem. As a grandmum, Gloria had a wonderfully close relationship with her grandson Nicholas, following his interest in tech and sci-fi by giving Doctor Who and FaceTime a shot; she was preceded in death by her beloved husband John of 49 years; her parents; sisters Gert (Seifert), and Betty (Donehoo); and brother Bill; she is survived by her brothers, Jim (Crish) and Mike (Denise); daughter Kathie, sons Mike and Joe; grandson Nick; and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited Wed. 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, to reminisce and support each other. Funeral Service Thurs. 11 a.m. at the funeral home. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be sent to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CATULLO VINCENT J. AGE 94, OF...
CATULLO VINCENT J. Age 94, of Pittsburgh, passed away unexpectedly, on March 30, 2019. Born in Castel di Sangro, Italy, he moved to the US at age six. Vincent enlisted with the Army Air Force after high school graduation. He was honorably discharged after four years of service and attended Carnegie Tech where he obtained a degree in electrical engineering. He had a long successful career with Union Switch and Signal. Upon retiring, he became a consultant for the Port Authority. Vincent is survived by his children; Virginia, Victor, and Richard Catullo; he is predeceased by his wife Marie; and son Albert; he is also survived by five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; and his younger brother and sister. Friends will be received Thursday, April 4, from 6-8 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC. corner of (118) Shaw and Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek (412-823-1950). Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 6, at 10 a.m. at St. John Fisher Parish. www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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