HINDMAN DEBORAH LYNN Age 64, of Homestead, on June 10, 2016. Mother of Schana Taylor, Nadine Gibson and Joshua (Aviana) Hindman; siblings, Cheryl Detar, Larry (Dian) Hindman and Kathy Geiger; treasured grandmother of Justin, Noah, Josh, Kaylee and Arianna. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHRISTIAN NORMAN PAUL AGE 82, ...
CHRISTIAN NORMAN PAUL Age 82, of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 13, 2016. Devoted father of Maryalice Amos, M. Phillip Christian and Kimberley Christian; beloved grandfather of Javan, Cheyna, Deanna, Lee-Anna, Michael and Tracy; brother of Elizabeth Livesy; uncle of Stephanie Jenks; great-uncle of Patrice and Loriel; also survived by a host of other family and friends. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, June 15, 2016, at 11 a.m. at RAPP FUNERAL HOME, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15235, 412-241-5415. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KISNER DR. ROBERT G. 6/15/40 ~...
KISNER
Dr. ROBERT G.
6/15/40 ~ 3/30/04
Happy Birthday!
Rest in perfect peace forever.
Bill
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STEPHENS MARJORIE MARJ AGE 8...
STEPHENS MARJORIE MARJ Age 87, of Wilkins Twp., passed away peacefully, on Sunday, June 12, 2016. Beloved wife of Edward Stephens; loving mother of Laurel (Randy) Longnecker and Ginger (John) Garneau; devoted grandmother of Stephen Longnecker, Christopher (Carolyn) Garneau and Elizabeth Garneau; great-grandmother of Alexis Garneau; sister-in-law of Nancy Barmont and Carol (Leroy) Deshong; also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Friends received Thursday 6-8 p.m. at RAPP FUNERAL HOME, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15235, 412-241-5415. Services will be held Friday 11 a.m. at First Reformed Presbyterian Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LOSA HELEN B. A LOVING SISTER,...
LOSA HELEN B. A loving sister, relative, and friend, went home to her Lord Jesus Christ, Wednesday, June 8, 2016, age 88, of Memphis, TN, formerly of Munhall. She graduated from Munhall High School in 1945 and completed nursing training in Pittsburgh at St. Margaret's Memorial Hospital in 1949. After spending many years nursing in California, Florida, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania, she retired at the age of 62. A lifelong member of Homestead United Presbyterian Church and led a quiet life that complimented her sweet, kind spirit. She also enjoyed golf and was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. Daughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. L.P. Losa; and is survived by her two brothers, Robert Bob Losa who lived most of his life in Munhall and John Jack Losa with his wife, Aggie, all now of Memphis, Tennessee. She is also survived by three nieces and their husbands; seven great-nephews; one great-niece; two great-great-nieces; and one great-great-nephew on the way. Helen Losa will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her. The family will receive friends Friday, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main Street, Munhall, PA (412-461-6394), where a funeral service will take place on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. The family respectfully requests no flowers and suggests memorials to be sent to Homestead United Presbyterian Church, 908 Ann Street, Homestead, PA 15120. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ST. LEDGER NORMA K. (KEPHART) ...
St. LEDGER NORMA K. (KEPHART) Age 95, of Gibsonia, on Sunday, June 12, 2016. Daughter of the late David and Hilda Kephart; beloved wife of the late Jack Istock and Jim St. Ledger. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, David Kephart (Sue Lietz), Donald Kephart (Julie), Darrell Kephart, Norma Sheridan (Clayton), Vernon Kephart (Barb Burton) and June Applegarth (Keith); as well as many great-nieces and nephews; stepmother of Joyce Horney and the late Jim St. Ledger. Special thanks to Norma's close friends Shirley, Joanna and Nona for your friendship over the years, to Ray for keeping Norma laughing during her Saturday morning hair appointments and to the many caregivers and staff at Rebecca at Concordia and Good Samaritan Hospice. Norma lived a full and exciting life with great stories to tell from her younger days. She held a strong faith and was a member of St. Alphonsus Church in Wexford for many years. Norma enjoyed preparing crafts and volunteering at their annual Christmas craft shop for the students, was a member of various ladies groups in the North Hills area and looked forward to monthly luncheons with her friends. Hobbies included ceramics, making and teaching crafts, crocheting, golf, shopping, watching wildlife from her back porch and working crossword puzzles. Norma loved animals, volunteered with an animal shelter and always kept a special place in her heart with the remembrance of her dog, Heidi. Family and friends will be received Wednesday evening 6-8 p.m. and Thursday morning 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. at the GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 10418 Perry Hwy., Wexford. Funeral Mass on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Alphonsus Church, Wexford. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FISCHER ELAINE CANTOR AGE 62, ...
FISCHER ELAINE CANTOR Age 62, of Telluride, Colorado, passed away on Monday, May 30, 2016, following a two and a half year battle with cancer. Beloved wife of the late Mark Fischer, and daughter of Shirley Cantor and the late Nathan Cantor. She is survived by her mother, Shirley of Pittsburgh; and brother, Sheldon, his wife, Lauren and nephew, Theodore of Charlotte, NC. She is also survived by an uncle and numerous cousins. Fischer was born Elaine Rochelle Cantor in 1954 in Pittsburgh. A graduate of Peabody High School, she earned her fine arts degree from the Rhode Island School of Design. Following graduation, she pursued her art career, first in New York City and later in Telluride where she relocated with her husband, Mark. Following his passing in 1976, she entered politics and is remembered by residents of the Colorado town for bringing an extraordinary grace and kindness to Telluride's rough-and-tumble politics in her nearly four decades of public service. Prior to her election as County Commissioner of San Miguel County in 2000 (serving four terms), she served as the mayor of Telluride, as a member of the Telluride Town Council and as chair of the Telluride Historic Architectural Review Commission. Among the causes she most vigorously championed while in office were early childhood education, the arts and affordable community housing. Fischer was also a highly esteemed painter, whose works were sought after and regarded in the art community as fresh and powerful. Describing Fischer as "one of the most dedicated public servants I have ever known," Telluride Mayor Amy Levek said, "What I will always cherish and admire and love about Elaine was her dedication to her art and the creativity she brought to it." Fischer's burial and memorial service, attended by over 500 mourners, was held in Telluride on Thursday, June 2, 2016. In memory of her husband, Fischer created the annual Mark Fischer Poetry Prize in 1986, open to poets residing west of the Mississippi. Awarding a $1,000 first prize, it will now be known as the Mark and Elaine Fischer Poetry Prize. In remembering Fischer, donations may be made to this and to a new scholarship fund for regional graduating seniors pursuing a visual arts degree or entering an arts program: Mark and Elaine Fischer Poetry Prize c/o Talking Gourds, Telluride Institute, PO Box 1770, Telluride, CO 81435. Elaine R.C. Fischer Scholarship Fund, Alpine Bank, Acct. 1260500460, 120 S. Pine Street, PO Box 2040, Telluride, CO 81435. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BERTHA MIRIAM C. (ALMASY) BEST...
BERTHA
MIRIAM C. (ALMASY)
Best Mum and Grandma in the world. Sadly missed by your family, even after a year has gone by.
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LOCAITIS HELEN J. DIED PEACEFU...
LOCAITIS HELEN J. Died peacefully on Tuesday, June 14, 2016, of Southside. Wife of late John J. Locaitis; mother of Rick (Sue) Locaitis and Darlene (Ron) Carney; grandmother of Kristen (Vincent) Pollaro, Erin (Mike) Rahenkamp, Ryan (Julie) Locaitis, Ramalee Carney, Megan (Joe) Tardio, Shannon (Mike) Jaquay and Kaylynn and Chad Carney; also great-grandmother of Jake, Zach and Tyler Pollaro, Michael and Gracie Rahenkamp and Alivia, Elliana and Mason Locaitis, Kaylee and Conner Tardio, Xavier and Roman Jaquay. Friends received at the JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME LTD, 119 S. 15th Street, Southside, on Thursday from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., where funeral services will be held on Friday at 10:30 a.m. If desired family suggests contributions to the charity of your choice in memory of Helen. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HILTON RUSSELL DEAN AGE 65, OF...
HILTON RUSSELL DEAN Age 65, of Green Tree Borough, on Monday, June 13, 2016. Beloved husband of Shelley Surloff Hilton; loving father of Nicholas Hilton; brother of the late Gloria Jean Oliver and Judy Marie Sray; also survived by nieces and nephews. Russ was a former owner of Community Thrift Centers in Crafton and in the North Hills and an avid bird hunter. Visitation 1-4 p.m. Saturday at HENNEY, BRADWELL & NIRELLA FUNERAL HOME, 524 Washington Ave., Carnegie where a funeral service will be held Saturday 4:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ruffed Grouse Society, 451 McCormick Rd., Coraopolis, PA 15108. henneybradwellnirella.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PATTON ELIZABETH BETTE HOPKI...
PATTON ELIZABETH BETTE HOPKINS Age 95, passed away in Bethesda, Maryland on Friday, March 4, 2016. Born in Pittsburgh on January 13, 1921, daughter of the late Robert and Stella (Baughman) Hopkins. Beloved wife for 66 years to the late Ralph K. Patton. Preceded in death by siblings, Margaret Morrow, William Hopkins and Robert Hopkins. A 1939 graduate of Wilkinsburg High School, a model for Tony Drake Fashions, served with the US Naval Reserve WAVES program during WWII and a 1976 graduate of Oakland University. Bette was a master seamstress and a world traveler, a lover of books and a volunteer at the Carnegie Museum. She is survived by son, Geoffrey (Lucie Du); and daughter, Beverly Patton Wand (John); and five grandchildren, James and Catherine Patton and Christopher, Elizabeth and Robert Wand. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FARABAUGH MICHAEL AGE 56, OF M...
FARABAUGH MICHAEL Age 56, of McCandless, formerly of Morningside, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, June 14, 2016. Loving husband of Donna; cherished father of Michelle and Nicholas; son of the late Homer and Flo Farabaugh; brother of Homer Farabaugh, Debbie (Tom) Joyce, Maria (Bob) Hlovchiec, Beverly (Frank) Policicchio; brother-in-law of Al (Peg) Vescio and Barry (Sherree) Vescio. Also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Family and friends will be received Thursday, from 2-8 p.m. at the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME INC., 1032 Perry Highway, Ross Township 412-364-4444. The funeral service will be private. www.brandtfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LOCH THOMAS RUTTER AGE 88, OF ...
LOCH THOMAS RUTTER Age 88, of Avalon, on June 15, 2016. Thomas Rutter Loch, beloved husband of Mary Charlene (Ryan) Loch; loving father of Lynn Wardle (John) of Narragansett, RI and Leslie Bauer of Ohio Twp.; grandfather of Ryan, Kyle and Meghan Wardle, Bret Verzi and Luke Bauer; great-grandfather of Nolan, Birdie, Chloe and Maisie; brother of Robert Loch (Linda) and the late Richard Loch (surviving Barbara). Mr. Loch was a WWII veteran having served in the U.S. Navy, an Assistant Operations Office for 37 years with Mellon Bank retiring in 1985 and a very active member of Greenstone United Methodist Church. Friends received on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the McDONALD - LINN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 529 California Ave., Avalon. Services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at the Greenstone United Methodist Church, 939 California Ave., Avalon. Memorial contributions are suggested to Greenstone United Methodist Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRANTZ SISTER M. ANGELINE (ANN...
FRANTZ SISTER M. ANGELINE (ANNA MILDRED), OSF Sister M. Angeline Frantz, a member of the School Sisters of St. Francis of the United States Province and in her 65th year of profession, died on Friday, June 10, 2016, at Vincentian Home in Pittsburgh, PA, at age 84. Sister Angeline entered the community in 1949 from SS. Cyril and Methodius Church in Charleroi, PA, and professed her first vows in 1951 at Mount Assisi Convent in Pittsburgh, PA. She received a Bachelor of Science in Education from Carlow University in Pittsburgh and a Master of Arts in Education from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. Sister taught the primary grades from 1951 to 1983 in parishes where our sisters ministered and then spent 17 years ministering to the residents of Marian Hall Personal Care Home. For five of those years, she was the assistant administrator. From 2000, Sister Angeline was active in community services at Mount Assisi Convent until her retirement in 2011, when her ministry became one of prayer. Everyone remembers her as a happy person, always smiling even in her pain. She will be missed by the sisters and those who cared for her. Sister Angeline was the daughter of the late Paul and Mary (Miklos) Frantz and was preceded in death by her five brothers, William, Paul, Albert, Rudy and Bernard; four sisters, Mary Gunchuck, Margaret Luzanski, Helen Woytovich and JoAnn Moffit. She is survived by her religious community; her sister, Bernice Petrarca; and brother, Joseph Frantz; her nieces, nephews, great- nieces and great-nephews. The viewing will be from 2 to 6 p.m. at Mount Assisi Convent, 934 Forest Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15202 on Friday, June 17, 2016. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 18, 2016, in Queen of Angels Chapel, Mount Assisi Convent. Burial will follow in the convent cemetery. Arrangements by LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Bellevue, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PASTERYK DAVID MR. X AGE 70,...
PASTERYK DAVID MR. X Age 70, of South Fayette, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 14, 2016. He is survived by his beloved wife for 50 years, Rebecca (Bigi) Pasteryk; loving father of Mauri (Glenn) Besser and Bryan (Tricia) Pasteryk; and adored Pap of Zachary Besser, Megan and Brooke Pasteryk. Preceded in death by parents, Will and Nellie Pasteryk; brother, Lewis Sonny Pasteryk; and sister, Loretta Manges. He is also survived by many loving family members. David was a 1965 graduate and lifelong resident of South Fayette. He was a member of the Cuddy Sports Club for over 50 years where he was a former trustee. He was a co-founder and longtime coach in the South Fayette Youth Football League. David was a small business owner, innovator and a maverick. His hobbies and passions included classic cars (especially Fords), car cruises, golf, and cheering for the Pirates, Steelers, and Penguins. David always had a story to tell for any situation. He will be greatly missed by family, friends and neighbors. Family and friends received on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333), where a Blessing Service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association. View and share condolences at: warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SNYDER BETTY IRENE PASSED PEAC...
SNYDER BETTY IRENE Passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones the evening of Sunday, June 12, 2016, in Pittsburgh, PA. Betty loved life through the eyes of an artist. She will be deeply missed by family and friends. She is survived by her brother, James Krepps (Velva) of Beaver, PA; sister, Barbara Johnson of Cave Creek, AZ; and many generations of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vivian and Edith Krepps; sister, Mary Wilson; and husband, Drew Snyder. A Memorial service will be performed at the chapel at UPMC Canterbury Place, 310 Fisk St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201 on Thursday, June 23, 2016, at 7 p.m. Guests are asked to wear a scarf Betty made if possible as a special tribute. Memorial donations may be made in Betty's name making checks payable to "UPMC Senior Services" and writing in the memo: Benevolent Care Fund. Please send to Attn: Debra Panei, UPMC Senior Community, 200 Lothrop St., Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Or visit: https://donation.upmc.com/ donation and select Canterbury Place Benevolent Care Fund. Arrangements entrusted to the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VALANGEVICIA JOHN, JR. AGE 58,...
VALANGEVICIA JOHN, Jr. Age 58, of Baldwin Boro, suddenly on Monday, June 13, 2016. Beloved husband of 30 years to Linda (Urbinski) Valangevicia; son of Frances Valangevicia and the late John Valangevicia, Sr.; dear brother of Joanne Naper, Christine Freeman, Patricia (Robert) Schoeb and Janet McFarland; also many loving nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. Friends received Friday 2-8 p.m., at THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral Prayer Saturday 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Angels Church at 10 a.m. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GARBER PATRICIA A. AGE 76, OF ...
GARBER PATRICIA A. Age 76, of North Huntingdon, died June 14, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lou Garber. Sunday 4-7 p.m. JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. Service Monday 10 a.m. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEWART GERTRUDE GERTRUDE NICH...
STEWART GERTRUDE Gertrude Nicholls Stewart, age 101, of Sherwood Oaks, Cranberry, PA, formerly of Sewickley, passed away on June 9, 2016. She was preceded in death by spouses, Howard W. Bowie, Richard O. Marsh, Jr. and John L. "Jack" Stewart. She was the beloved mother of Richard C. Marsh who with wife, Tina Sutro, live in Clinton, CT; cherished grandmother of Elizabeth and Katherine; stepmother of the late Margaret Stewart of Pittsburgh, Barbara Stewart of New York City and the late John L. Stewart, Jr.; sister of the late Robert Nicholls. Gertrude obtained her B.S. in Home Economics at the University of Maryland and M.S. in Nutrition from Teachers College of Columbia University. She was Supervisor of Child Nutrition Programs in Maryland. During her time as Supervisor, she gave important testimony before the Agriculture Committee of the House of Representatives leading to the establishment of national child nutrition programs. She also worked some 20 years as a consultant to the Pennsylvania school food programs. For 34 years, Gertrude served on the board of Laughlin Children's Center in Sewickley. She was a member of St. Stephen's Church in Sewickley. She and her husband, Richard, were members of the Edgeworth Club, Allegheny Country Club and Duquesne Club. A memorial service will be held Sunday, June 26, 2016, at 3:30 p.m. at Sherwood Oaks, 100 Norman Dr., Cranberry, PA. Memorials may be sent to Sherwood Oaks Residents Association, designated for Landscape Committee, 100 Norman Dr., Cranberry, PA 16066 or Education Committee of St. Stephen's Church in Sewickley or charity of choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRUSCO ROSE AGE 99, OF O'HARA ...
BRUSCO ROSE Age 99, of O'Hara Township and Fox Chapel, passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Joseph A. Brusco, Sr.; loving mother of Shirley Brusco, Charles G. (Jackie) Brusco, and the late Joseph A. (Margaret) Brusco, Jr.; cherished grandmother of Jackie (Michael, Sr.) Pistorius, Kim (Brad, Sr.) Barcic, Mark (Carey) Brusco, Ricco Brusco, Michael Brusco, and the late Lance (surviving Sharon) Brusco, Jr.; great-grandmother of Michael (girlfriend, Danielle), Jr. and Kaylee Pistorius, Brad, Jr., Kristina, and Alex Barcic, Cash and Grant Brusco, Domenic and Sophia Brusco, and Lance, Jr. and Courtney Brusco; sister of Michael (the late Dorothy) Yannotti, Gloria (the late Carl) Austin, Angela (the late Gene) Rosenal, Joseph (the late Lucy) Yannotti, Jr., and the late Mary (Jim) Fiore, Frank (Rose) Aliberti, Joyce (Harry) King, Vincent (Katherine) Aliberti, Virginia (Chuck) Cicco, Florence (Art) Teets, Felix Yannotti, and Theodore (Linda) Yannotti; and daughter of the late Gabriel and Mary (Visco) Aliberti. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. At the age of 40, Rose fulfilled her lifelong dream of becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse. She cared for her family in every way possible. She was an extremely hard worker and loved to cook, bake, and spend time with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. They were the joy of her life. Visitation on Friday, June 17, 2016, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., 930 Center Avenue, Blawnox, PA 15238, where friends and family will gather at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 18, 2016, for a Funeral Mass at St. Pio Parish/St. Edward Church at 10:30 a.m. Interment in Lakewood Memorial Gardens to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org/join_the_cause_donate.asp. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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