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SEDA-RIVERA JULIO MAJOR, US AR...

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SEDA-RIVERA JULIO MAJOR, US ARMY (Ret.) Age 85, of Monroeville, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2016, with his family by his side. Loving husband of Patricia (Gira) Seda-Rivera; beloved "Poppy" to Patrick, Suzy, Steven, and Remy Pastierik; father of Maria Riley and Joe (Laura) Seda; grandfather of Shawn, Caroline, Steven, and Charlie; brother of Kiki, Carmen, Amalia, George and the late Delia Seda. Julio graduated with a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico. He served in the Chemical Core Bomb Disposal Division of the Army from 1953 until 1973 during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was awarded a Bronze Star for Valor during Vietnam. He then became an Auditor for the Office of the VA Inspector General until he retired in 1993. Julio was a member of the Military Officers Association and the Military Order of World Wars where he served as the secretary/treasurer. Friends will be received Sunday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL), corner of (445) Beatty Rd. and 48 North, Monroeville, (412-856-4747). Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernadette Parish, Monday, 10:30 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Interment with Full Military Honors will follow in Good Shepherd Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Seraphic Mass Association, Capuchin Mission Office, 3600 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201-1893. Julio's family would like to thank the staff at UPMC Presbyterian for years of caring support, especially Dr. Mathier, Dr. Finikiotis, and Katie. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

STIER RONALD C. AGE 65, OF PEN...

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STIER RONALD C. Age 65, of Penn Township, on Thursday,March 3, 2016. Beloved husband of Wendy (Patterson) Stier; loving father of Elizabeth "Liz" (Aaron) Santavicca and the late Sara Stier; grandpappy of Alivia Grace Santavicca; brother of Geraldine Armstrong, John "Sonny" Stier, Dorothy Hansen, Sandra Russick and the late David Stier; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was the owner of Ron's Garden City Service Center in Monroeville and enjoyed golfing and Nascar. Friends will be received Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL), corner of Beatty Rd. and 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747), where a funeral service will be held Monday 11 a.m. Interment to follow in Plum Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Ron's memory may be made to The American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pgh., PA 15205 or Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Hospice, 4 Allegheny Center, Suite 950, Pgh., PA 15212. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

TRIPODI ANTHONY J. “TONY”, SR....

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TRIPODI ANTHONY J. “TONY”, Sr. Age 93, of Mt. Washington, on Thursday, March 3, 2016. Beloved husband of 73 years of Catherine “Rene” (Pesavento) Tripodi; loving father of Donna (Ronald) Ruffalo, Anthony J. “Tony” (Michele) Tripodi, Jr. and Jeff Tripodi; cherished Pap Pap of Kenny, Christian, Steven Tripodi, Ranae Ruffalo and step-granddaughter, Stephanie Lee; also survived by several great-grandchildren. Tony was predeceased by three sisters and three brothers. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends welcome Saturday 5-8 p.m., Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. WM. SLATER & SONS, INC., 301 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington 15211, (412-381-3345). Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Mount Church Monday 10 a.m. Entombment in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Family Hospice & Palliative Care, 50 Moffett St., Pgh., PA 15243. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

BRANCH MARK L. OF SOUTH PARK, ...

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BRANCH MARK L. Of South Park, on Friday, March 4, 2016, age 59. Beloved husband for 33 years of Janet; father of John (Stephanie), James and Jessica (Matthew) Coffman; son of Clara and the late Lou Branch; brother of Cheryl Bland (Jeffrey); grandfather of Jocelyn and Alexander. Mark was an organist at Jefferson United Methodist Church and played in a band called Constellation. Mark was a graduate of West Virginia University and worked for what is now known as Bombardier for over 37 years. Visitation Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road (RT. 88), Library. Funeral service Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. in Peters Creek Baptist Church. davidhenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

STEZOSKI MARY CATHARINE RESIDE...

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STEZOSKI MARY CATHARINE Resident of Mount Vernon of South Park, passed from this life peacefully in her sleep on March 3, 2016, at the age of 94. She was born on January 18, 1922, and raised in Homestead, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Albert and Amelia Stezoski. She is survived by her siblings, Theresa Corso of Jefferson Hills, Vern Schiff of Bowie, MD and Bill Stezoski of Plum Boro, and was preceded in death by her sister, Ann Swisher, and brothers, Walter, Theodore, and Joseph. She delighted in numerous nieces and nephews as well as their children and grandchildren. Mary lost her hearing at age seven due to meningitis, but gained the courage and determination to explore and enjoy the world to her fullest. She graduated from De Paul Institute (a 12-year program which she completed in seven years), Sacred Heart High School, and the University of Pittsburgh where she earned a scholarship and was awarded a B.A. in English in 1949. She attained high honors at all three of these institutions, primarily due to her excellent lip reading skills. Long before the American for Disabilities Act offered support to those with disabilities, Mary took the world head-on and excelled in her career in the research department at the University of Pittsburgh. She also helped others in the deaf community with communication issues. Mary was inspired by Helen Keller and as a high school senior was chosen to interview her when Ms. Keller visited Pittsburgh. Mary also loved traveling to places far and wide around the world and was among the first to tour China after that country was opened to Western visitors. She also traveled extensively in Europe and kept a journal of each of her trips. She even had an audience with the Pope in Rome and met England's Queen Mother in London. Mary's keen wit and sense of humor, and love of “a little bit of everything” in desserts and in life, will be missed by her family, friends and everyone who met and knew her. Friends received on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall, 15120 (412-461-6394). Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Thomas A Becket, R.C. Church in Jefferson Hills. Please share your memories and condolences at: georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

LYTLE AUDREY (MOFFAT) AGE 87, ...

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LYTLE AUDREY (MOFFAT) Age 87, of Scott Twp., formerly of Upper St. Clair, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Thurs., March 3, 2016. Wife of the late McClelland Lytle; beloved mother of Connie (Michael Kowalski) Jones and Cindy Collins and the late Jeff Lytle; loving grandmother of Jason M. (Melissa) Jones, Ryan G. Jones and Michael L. Collins; devoted great-grandmother of Gianna and Caiden Jones; sister of the late Alice Zimmerman, Jean Porter, Dorothy McCormick, Lois Berger and Jack Moffat; also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Her love of God and family was apparent in her faithfulness and devotion. She was one of the first members of Christ United Methodist Church and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She was the type of person that when she met someone they became a lifelong friend, of which she had many. Services will be private and entrusted to JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME. Donations in her memory may be made to Light of Life Mission, 10 E. North Ave., Pgh., PA 15212. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

VRANKA SANDRA LEE DEVOTED WIFE...

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VRANKA SANDRA LEE Devoted wife and loving mother, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2016. Preceded in death by her parents, Harold Holiday and Elizabeth Holiday (Foytic). Survived by her husband, Ronald Vranka; and sons, Steven (Patricia) and Layne (Paula); beloved grandmother to Amanda (Benjamin), Stephen, Leah, Hannah, Rhianna, Cody, and Skylar. As well as great-grandmother to Grant, Harmon, and Asher. Sandy will be remembered for her involvement in the University Park Garden Club, a member of the Holy Rosary Society and her volunteer work at the PPG Zoo and Aquarium. She was also a big donor to charities involving children, animals and veterans. In addition to being a great mother and grandmother, she played an important role in the development and operations of Strainsense Enterprises, Incorporated, an ongoing business that she solely owned and is celebrating 43 successful years this year. At this time, the family has decided to host a private service on her behalf. Arrangements entrusted to JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HENRY VAL JEANNE (BEST) OF TH...

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HENRY VAL JEANNE (BEST) Of the Woodlands in Valencia, formerly of Parker, PA, passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2016. Her husband of 62 years, Dean E. Henry and her parents, Buss and Caddy Best, preceded her in death. She is survived by her three children, Vici (Eric) John of Mt. Lebanon, Patrick (Sally) Henry of Keller, TX, and Michael (Marion) Henry of McCandless; four grandchildren, Ian, Matt, Alicia and Marshall; and six great- grandchildren, Abby, Maddy, Ella, Claire, William and Kate; and a sister, Billee Zeuhls Busche of Long Beach, MS. Val worked as the plant manager's secretary for Knox Glass/Glass Containers in Parker until it closed in 1979. She then worked as the secretary to the superintendent's secretary for the Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District until her retirement. She also served as the City of Parker's real estate tax collector until her move to Valencia. Friends are invited to a Memorial Service on Saturday, March 26, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. at the Valencia Presbyterian Church, 80 Sterrett St., Valencia, PA 16059. Memorials may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Western PA (Keystone Chapter), 1501 Reedsdale St., Suite 105, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Arrangements are under the direction of the McDONALD - AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

LUCIANO JEANNETTE (O'ROURKE) (...

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LUCIANO JEANNETTE (O'ROURKE) (WICKHAM) Of Monroeville, and formerly of Wilkinsburg, age 86, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, March 3, 2016. Jeannette was the beloved wife of her late husbands, James R. O'Rourke, Bob Wickham, and Don Luciano; loving mother of Randy (Judy) O'Rourke of Forest Hills, Diane (Ron) Cummings of Monroeville, Tim (Margie) O'Rourke of Monroeville, and the late Dave O'Rourke; caring grandmother of Ryan (Missie) and Tyler O'Rourke; Patrick (Kelly) Cummings, Kelly Mitchell, and Dawn Cummings; Rob (Vanessa) O'Rourke, Mike Gage, Nick Gage, and Jesse Gage; cherished great- grandmother of Jeremy Creamer and Keira O'Rourke; Kayla Cummings, Marina and Shane Mitchell; Zach, Rylee, and Addison O'Rourke. Jeannette was the sister of Ray Bolena, Bess Spinner, the late Roger Bolena, and the late Nuri Bolena. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, as well as her relatives, Fred (Nilda) Goxhaj, Victor Goxhaj, Liri Goxhaj, and Jessica Goxhaj. Jeannette and all of her family were very grateful for the exceptional care that Dawn provided her grandmother, along with the wonderful assistance of Dawn's sister, Kelly. Jeannette was an expert quilt maker, and enjoyed making and donating her handmade quilts to her friends and family. In addition to quilting, she loved a wide variety of music from Big Band to Elvis to Country Music. She was a member of the Mid-Century Club at the Monroeville Senior Center and the TC Club at Keystone Health Club in East Pittsburgh. Jeanette was also a regular visitor to Sarah Care in Forest Hills. Friends welcome on Monday from 2 - 8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, TURTLE CREEK / MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek 412-823-9350. The Funeral Service for Jeannette will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Jeannette will then be laid to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery. Jeanette's family would like any memorial donations to be made to Sarah Care in Forest Hills, 2030 Ardmore Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15221. laniganfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

RUCH PATRICIA A. OF BETHEL PAR...

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RUCH PATRICIA A. Of Bethel Park, age 67, passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2016. Beloved wife of 44 years to Jeffrey F. Ruch; loving mother of Thomas Ruch, David Ruch, Stephanie (Patrick) Feth and Melanie (Dustin) Oknefski; daughter of the late William and Shirley May Boel; grandmother of Colton and Austin Feth, Zane and Zeah Oknefski; sister of Carol Caloro, Bradley Boel, Diane Farrell, Gayle Brew and Debbie Preston; also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Family and friends will be received Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and Monday 5-8 p.m. at PAUL L. HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 11 a.m. at John McMillan Presbyterian Church, Bethel Park (Everyone Please Meet at Church). Patricia played Baritone for the Community Band South. Pat was a bus driver for the Bethel Park School District which she retired from after 20 years. She was an active member at John McMillan Presbyterian Church. Family suggests donations in her memory to Western PA Chapter ALS Assoc., 416 Lincoln Ave., Pgh., PA 15209/ www.cure4ALS.org. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MCNEES JOHN “JACK” AGE 66, OF ...

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McNEES JOHN “JACK” Age 66, of Chippewa Township, died Thursday, March 3, 2016, in Heritage Valley-Beaver. Friends will be received Sunday from 1 p.m.- 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. in the GABAUER - LUTTON FUNERAL HOME, 117 Blackhawk Road, Chippewa www.gabauerluttonfuneral home.com. He will lie in state on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. in Pathway Church, 239 Braun Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

KRAMER VIRGINIA ON WEDNESDAY, ...

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KRAMER VIRGINIA On Wednesday, March 2, 2016. Wife of the late Edward Kramer; mother of Carol DeBruyne, Darlene Fitzpatrick and Edward Kramer, Jr.; sister of Flora Schuler; grandmother of Jennifer, Jeffrey, Richard, Jr., Edward and Melissa; great-grandmother of Hannah, Justus, Lydia, Josiah and Hadassah. Friends received Sunday 1-4 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 1 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

LAROCK RICHARD MICHAEL BELOVED...

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LaROCK RICHARD MICHAEL Beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, Richard Michael LaRock was taken home to our Creator on Sunday, February 28, 2016. Born June 18, 1929, son of the late Dominic Richard and Elizabeth LaRock, he lived passionately for all of his 86 years. He served in the military from 1948-1952 and shortly thereafter, he met and married his wife of 59 years, Verna LaRock. He leaves behind his wife along with three daughters, Michelle Goehring (Steve), Anita Camesi (Alex) and Suzanne LaRock; eight grandchildren, Caitlin Camesi-Hentosz (Brian), Breanna Camesi, Joshua Goehring (Jessica), Nicole Goehring, Stephanie Goehring, Richard Tyler Goehring, Taylor Pardue and Johnny Pardue; seven great-grandchildren; and a sister, Pauline Barone (John). He was a loving husband and a devoted father. His compassion and caring touched many lives and he will be missed beyond words. There will be no viewing as he continues his generosity by donating his body to Humanity Gifts for research. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Wounded Heroes Hunting Camp (www.whhc.org). "I can no longer see you with my eyes, Touch you with my hands, But I will feel you in my heart Forever." Arrangements entrusted to the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MCNEES JOHN “JACK” AGE 66, OF ...

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McNEES JOHN “JACK” Age 66, of Chippewa Township, died Thursday, March 3, 2016, in Heritage Valley-Beaver. Friends will be received Sunday from 1 p.m.- 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.-8 p.m. in the GABAUER - LUTTON FUNERAL HOME, 117 Blackhawk Road, Chippewa, www.gabauer luttonfuneralhome.com. He will lie in state on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. at Pathway Church, 239 Braun Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

KRAUSE JEAN M. (STAAB) JEAN PA...

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KRAUSE JEAN M. (STAAB) Jean passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at the age of 66, from complications of advanced Parkinson's disease. She and her husband of 31 years, Keith Krause, were living in Summerfield, FL, having moved there from Harrisburg when they both retired from positions with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Jean was born January 22, 1950, the youngest child of the late John H. and Mildred (Guthoerl) Staab. She grew up in Pleasant Hills, PA and attended both St. Elizabeth's grade and high schools graduating in 1967. She is survived by her daughter, Dian Zimmerman of Louisville, KY; and her son, Brian (Jennifer) Zimmerman of Columbia, SC. She was a loving grandmother to Brittany Price and Colin Zimmerman. Jean is also survived by her brother, John P. (Mary Ellen) Staab of Bethel Park, PA; and her sister, Linda (Marty) Zolton of Cleveland, Texas. Jean also leaves behind her lifelong friend and kindred spirit, Nancy Deely Billotte of Pleasant Hills, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Belleview, FL. A private interment will be conducted in Jefferson Memorial Cemetery in Pleasant Hills, PA at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a contribution to a charity of your choice and/or perform a random act of kindness in memory of Jean. Condolences may be sent to the family c/o Keith Krause, 9031 S.E. 120th Loop, Summerfield, FL 34491. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GRAY REGINA A. DEPARTED THIS L...

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GRAY REGINA A. Departed this life on March 1, 2016. She leaves behind aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of other family and friends. Visitation Sunday, March 6, 2016, from 4-8 p.m. at SPRIGGS & WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC. Arrangements entrusted to Spriggs & Watson Funeral Home, Inc., 720 N. Lang Ave. Services Monday, March 7, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

LLOYD ROBERT M. “BOB” AGE 64, ...

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LLOYD ROBERT M. “BOB” Age 64, on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, of Braddock. Dear son of the late Betty (Brallier) Lloyd and John W. Lloyd; loving brother of William Lloyd of Hidden Valley, PA and the late Jim Lloyd; uncle of Levi Sullivan, David Brallier and Kerry Brallier-Stafford; and friend of Barry Sullivan. Friends received Sunday 6-8 p.m. only at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial at Good Shepherd Church, Braddock Monday 10 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SKIBA MICHAEL R. UNEXPECTEDLY,...

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SKIBA MICHAEL R. Unexpectedly, on Sunday, February 28, 2016, of Regent Square. Loving son of Nancie Sauer and the late John Skiba; brother of Beverly Miller of Negley, OH and Robert Skiba of Big Sandy, TX; uncle of Eric Jaclyn and Cara. Michael retired from the Highmark Insurance Company. FUNERAL PRIVATE. Arrangements by the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., Swissvale. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

COLLINS DENNIS P. AGE 58, PASS...

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COLLINS DENNIS P. Age 58, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2016. Born in Pittsburgh on March 27, 1957, beloved son to Elmer and Audrey Collins; loving husband of 39 years to Susan Collins; caring father to Stacy (Sean) Hoover, Patrick (Sherri) Collins, April (Joseph) Heidkamp and Ashley (Curt) Collins. Also survived by one brother, Kenneth (Lori) Collins; and ten grandchildren. Preceded in death by two siblings, Patty Weber and Michael Collins. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 7, 2016, from 6-8 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. at CIESLAK & TATKO FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 2935 Brownsville Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Interment will be held in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Please sign the online Register Book at: CIESLAKTATKO.COM. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

BRAIER DR. SILVIA CAMILA REGIN...

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BRAIER DR. SILVIA CAMILA REGINA SARAGOVI "BEBA" Passed away from complications of Alzheimer's in Rockville, MD on February 6, 2016, at the age of 82. Silvia was born on October 9, 1933, in Rosario, Argentina. She met and married her secret sweetheart, Heriberto, in Buenos Aires in 1957. In 1959, they traveled to the U.S., set down roots and became U.S. citizens. Silvia had been a practicing dentist in Argentina but her degree was not recognized in the U.S. She earned her DDS from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 1968, the only woman in her graduating class. Silvia joined the Pitt faculty, then opened a private practice in her home while raising her four children. Silvia was proud of her Jewish identity, hidden from her as a child to shield the family from Nazi sympathizers. She was passionate about family, education, classical music and a good filet mignon (only to be found in Argentina). Her children will remember her as a hard-working, dedicated mother and professional willing to fight to pursue her goals. Silvia is survived by her loving children, Karyn (Joseph) Spaeth of Eden Prairie, MN, Janet Oppenheimer of Rockville, MD, Paul (Nancy) Braier of Silver Spring, MD, and Alexander (Diana) Braier of Arlington, VA; and by her grandchildren, Daniel, Samuel and Kobie Spaeth, Arielle and Rachel Oppenheimer, Ilana, Aviva, Shoshana and Aliza Braier, and Ari and Sophia Braier. She is also survived by siblings, Ana Kaliman of Mt. Lebanon, PA and Armando Saragovi of Philadelphia, PA. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Heriberto "Kiko" Braier; and her parents, Natalio and Perla Saragovi; and brother, Cacho Saragovi of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Services have been held. The family thanks the owners and staff of Maple Ridge, Rockville, MD, for their truly exceptional and loving care in her final years and days. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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