SYMSEK ROSE N. (SANTILLO) On Saturday, January 7, 2017. Wife of the late Andy Symsek; sister of the late Mary Cardone, Ann Parquino, Joseph, John, Dom, and Albert Santillo; sister-in-law of Veronica Santillo and Arthur Parquino; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends received Tuesday from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie where a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Burial in St. Ignatius Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHIFF BELVA AGE 88, ON SUNDAY...
SCHIFF BELVA Age 88, on Sunday, January 8, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Samuel Schiff; loving mother of William Schiff (Berna Schneck), Deanna Pasekoff (Eric Begole) and Marty Schiff; sister of Gerald I. (Sandra) Rosenfeld; sister-in-law of Dorothy Schiff; grandmother of Anthony Butelli, Hayley (Steve) Noorbakhsh, Emma Pasekoff and Macey and Blain Schiff; also survived by devoted nieces, nephews and cousins. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Tuesday at 3 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (2-3 p.m.) Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Parkway Jewish Center, 300 Princeton Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WISSENBACH GEORGE TOM AGE 72...
WISSENBACH GEORGE TOM Age 72, of Washington, passed away peacefully at home on January 7, 2017. Born on May 6, 1944, he was the son of the late Vera Jane and George Wissenbach. He was the loving husband of Carolyn Wissenbach for 46 years; father of John (Jenn) Wissenbach, Susan (Ed) Ross, Joseph Wissenbach and Charles (Carrie) Wissenbach; grandfather of Zachary and Adam Wissenbach, James and Amanda Ross, and Jacob Wissenbach; step-grandfather of Emma, Nikki, and Courtney. He was also survived by cousins, nieces, and nephews. Tom loved fishing, camping and woodworking. He was a proud Army veteran who served as Military Police in Korea. He spent over 20 years employed as a Nurseryman with his family at Squirrel Hill Nursery in Pittsburgh. Then he worked as a horticultural technician at Washington & Jefferson College until his retirement. Family and friends are welcome Wednesday, January 11, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, 724-260-5546. A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, January 12, 2017, at 10 a.m. at Miraculous Medal Church, 535 Pike St., Meadowlands, PA 15347. PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Friday, January 13, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society at cancer.org or The Wounded Warrior Project at woundedwarriorproject.org. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRESS DANIEL D., JR. OF MONROE...
GRESS DANIEL D., Jr. Of Monroeville, age 77, on Saturday, January 7, 2017. Beloved husband of Eileen Neen (Cooke) Gress for 48 years; loving father of Samantha Sammy Gress and Danny Gress; brother of Jack Gress of Jeannette, the late Fawn Kovachs and the late Sally Zollinger; brother-in-law of Mary Lou Cooke and Rita Cooke; son of the late Edna and Daniel Gress; special uncle of Tina and Kevin Bollman and other nieces and nephews. Dan was a U.S. Army veteran and retired Electrical Engineer from Eaton Industries. Dan began his career with Westinghouse, East Pittsburgh. He secured an electrical engineering degree from the University of Pittsburgh. Dan earned several patents and awards for his innovations. In his younger years, Dan was a scuba diving enthusiast. He along with his wife, Neen became expert and avid gardeners. Dan also enjoyed reading and bowling in his league. Friends welcome on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, TURTLE CREEK / MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek 412-823-9350. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DELL ELIZABETH JEAN BETTY (F...
DELL ELIZABETH JEAN BETTY (FORREST) On January 6, 2017, age 87 of Munhall. Beloved wife of the late Richard H. Dick Dell; loving mother of Richard G. (Anne) Dell, Linda J. Dell, Margaret L. (Joshua) Havens and Betty Dell (Paul) Stockhausen; cherished grandmother of Jennifer, Alexander, Christopher and Jessica; great-grandmother of Rosalind and special angel, Elizabeth. Close friend and dear companion of over 10 years to Richard Scott; and best friend to Charlene Pearson. Survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family wishes to thank the Doctors and Nurses of UPMC Mercy Hospital, trauma and burn ICU and the 11th floor, for their care, attention and compassion during Betty's stay at the hospital. Friends received on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, 3511 Main Street, Munhall (412-461-6394), where a funeral service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Carnegie Library of Homestead. For a more personalized story of Betty's life, please visit: georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OPAL MARY NINA PEACEFULLY ON S...
OPAL MARY NINA Peacefully on Saturday, January 7, 2017. Loving mother of Kenneth J. (Sharon), John M. (Lexie), Christine M., David J. and Robert J. (Amy) Opal; sister of Nicholas (the late Marilou) Murphy and Rose (the late Joe) Gubala, and the late Kathleen Kirstein; sister-in-law of Edward Kirstein and Amelia Opal; grandmother of Keara (Matt) Dallas, Heather, Jack and Magritte Maggie Opal; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends received Tuesday, 4-8 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC.101 Third Street, Carnegie. Mass of Christian Burial in Ss. Simon and Jude Church on Wednesday at 10 a.m. entombment in Cavalry Cemetery. Mary was a devoted member of Ss. Simon and Jude Parish in Greentree for over 50 years. She loved to laugh and had a great sense of humor. She was an avid reader and almost always had a book in her hands. She loved to cook and passed on that love of cooking to all of her children. She was proud of her Irish heritage and traveled there with her siblings. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, ww5.komen.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CONNOLLY ANNA MAE (KRETSCHMER)...
CONNOLLY ANNA MAE (KRETSCHMER) Of Ross Twp., on Sunday, January 8, 2017. Wife of the late Joseph P. Connolly; loving mother of Daniel J. Connolly (Patricia); proud grandmother of Daniel J. Connolly, Jr. (Shannon), Kimberly L. Spiker (Andrew), Stephen M. Connolly (Erin) and M. Eric Connolly; also survived by eight loving great-grandchildren. Friends received Tuesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills, where services will be held Wednesday, 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBB IRENE AGE 89, OF KENNEDY ...
ROBB IRENE Age 89, of Kennedy Twp., passed away on January 7, 2017. She was the beloved wife of the late James Robb, Sr.; loving mother of Kevin (Colleen) Robb, Evelyn (the late Kenneth, Jr.) McClain, and the late James (surviving, Beverly) Robb, Jr.; devoted grand- mother of 11, great-grand- mother of 18, and great- great-grandmother of two. Friends will be received on WEDNESDAY from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MCDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp., where a Blessing Service will be held on THURSDAY at 11 a.m. mcdermottfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEROES ANNA MARIE ON SATURDAY,...
BEROES ANNA MARIE On Saturday, January 7, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Charles Stephen Beroes; mother of Stephanie Beroes, Christina Beroes Dodson and Elizabeth Beroes Timmis; grandmother of Jessica Beroes Dodson, Rachel Beroes Dodson, Julie Beroes, Christopher Beroes Haigas, Stephen Beroes Timmis and the late Jason Charles Beroes. There will be no visitation, funeral and interment private. Remembrances may be made to St. Paul Cathedral. Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVIS BONNIE J. (HELLER) AGE 5...
DAVIS BONNIE J. (HELLER) Age 57, of Brentwood, on January 6, 2017, from cancer. Beloved wife of Jim O'Neill; loving mother of Kenneth Davis (Stephanie), Cynthia Donaldson (Dane); adored stepmom of Dana O'Neill; beloved daughter of Lois Heller; preceded in death by her father, William Heller; and sister, Marcia Werner. Survived by loving grand- children, family and friends. No visitation. Mass Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Stanislaus Kostka Church in the Strip. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EXLEY GLENN ALAN AGE 53 OF CLA...
EXLEY GLENN ALAN Age 53 of Clarion, formerly of Moon Township, passed on Saturday, January 7, 2017. Born April 1, 1963 in Clarion, PA. Son of the late Kline and Norma Jean (Young) Exley; beloved husband of Cathy (Blosser) Exley; father of Zachary Exley and stepfather of Dan and Sarah Stewart all of Coraopolis; brother of Carl and David Exley both of Clarion, Scott Exley of Pittsburgh and Michelle Camerson of Moon Township; uncle of Paige and Morgan Camerson and Cody Exley. Glenn was a contractor in roofing. Viewing Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. COPELAND'S CORAOPOLIS, 867 Fifth Avenue, where a service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Inurnment private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made for the family to aid the family. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PELUSO RALPH D., JR. AGE 77, O...
PELUSO RALPH D., Jr. Age 77, of Shaler Twp., on Jan. 7, 2017. Best friend/long time companion of Susan Stipetich; father of Dominick Peluso (Jessica) and Daniel James (Rinell); stepfather of Sherry Barson (Larry), Scott Stipetich (Jennifer) and Daniel Stipetich (Missy); grandfather of Stella, Violet, Sebastian, Alé, Kaya, Ava, Gabby, Travis, Paige, Sadie, Bradley, Jordan, Susie and Brittany; son of the late Raffaele D. and Antonietta V. Peluso; brother of Lola Gina. Visitation Tues. 6-8 p.m. and Wed. 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Mass of Christian Burial Thurs. 10:00 a.m. at St. Ursula Church. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GABERT KENNETH M., JR. AT HIS ...
GABERT KENNETH M., Jr. At his Crafton home with his family by his side on Friday, January 6, 2017, Kenneth M. Gabert Jr., age 60. Beloved son of Norine and the late Kenneth Sr.; loving husband of Janet Gabert; dear father of Melanie (Todd) Priddy, Amanda (Scott) Arnone, Katie Gabert and Maureen Gabert; dear grand- father of six grandchildren; brother of Paul (Kim) Gabert, Gretchen (Mike) Grimes, Mary (Dan) Kasmierski, Carol (Greg) Kolling, and the late Steven Gabert. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER - STOVER INC. FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Avenue, Crafton, on Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where a Blessing service will be on Thursday at 10 a.m. Private inurement will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at a later time. If desired, memorials may be made to Miracle League Southwestern PA, PO Box 1519, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NIX GARY LEE SUDDENLY ON SATUR...
NIX GARY LEE Suddenly on Saturday, January 7, 2017, Gary Lee, age 56, of Bethel Park. Beloved son of Jimmy Lee and Carol Ann (Tomal) Nix; brother of Jimmy Lee (Amy) Nix, Jr., Jeffrey Lee Nix and Tracy Lee (Ed) McNally; also survived by nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. Visitation and services private. Arrangements by GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-655-4600. Condolences may be offered for the family at www.GriffithFH.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LORRIS BARBARA JANE (STELBOTSK...
LORRIS BARBARA JANE (STELBOTSKY) Barbara Jane (Stelbotsky) Lorris, age 79, was called to be with the Lord and peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2017, at her daughter's home in Coraopolis, PA. She was born in Butler, PA on September 9, 1937, to the late Steven and Carolyn (Quashnock) Stelbotsky. She and her husband George made their home in Coraopolis where they raised their four beautiful daughters before retiring to Florence, SC in 1993, and onto Aiken, SC in 2000. On August 4, 2008, she was predeceased by her one and only true love, her husband of 54 years, George Lorris. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by her joyful and amazing daughter Joyce Ploy (John) of St. Augustine, FL and infant daughter Kathleen. Beloved mother of Susan Spaniol (Tom Turkovich) of Coraopolis, PA, Ellen Klixbull (Robert) of Tega Cay, SC, and Ann Borres (Leo) of Rock Hill, SC; Most loving grandmother of Kelley Harvey (Michael), Steven Spaniol (Larissa), Nicole Ploy, Kaylee and Kristine Klixbull, and Austin and Brady Borres; Proud great-grandmother of Allyson, Justin, Evelyn and Caroline; Loving sister of Daniel Stelbotsky (Joan) of Aiken, SC; And a wonderful aunt to her nieces and nephews. Barbara was an avid golfer whose skills would rival most men on the course. Always elegant and beautiful till her death; she loved spending time with her love "Georgie" on the golf course, with cocktails at the country club, with friends and family, or traveling the country... If she was with George she was on top of this world. Out of all she loved, it was her immense love for her family that most defined her life. A true matriarch in every sense, from a devoted wife, most loving mother, and a grandmother who spoiled her grandchildren with nothing but the most love and affection. Her heart so immense, filled with so much joy, that to all who she loved there is no doubt a part of her spirit now living within... and her spirit will carry on for generations to come. For those she left on this earth our hearts are heavy. We find peace knowing you are shining down on us, with that all familiar soft and gentle smile, as you are in the presence of the Lord... at peace with your love once again... "Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush, Of quiet birds in circled flight, I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there... I did not die." - Mary Elizabeth Frye. A private family burial will take place in Ft. Jackson National Cemetery in Columbia, SC where Barbara's body will once again rest with her beloved husband in eternal peace. If desired, the family suggests donations in her name to the "Leukemia and Lymphoma Society" at www.lls.org. Announcement by COPELAND'S OF CORAOPOLIS. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OELSCHLAGER MARK J. CHIEF AG...
OELSCHLAGER MARK J. CHIEF Age 59, of Carnegie, on Friday, January 6, 2017. Father of Matt (Monica) Oelschlager and John Oelschlager (Rachel Baine); son of the late Donald and Margaret (Hornyak) Oelschlager; best friend and mother of his children, Traci A. Oelschlager; brother of Valerie (Craig) Breighner. Friends are being received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday in the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Avenue, Carnegie. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 8 p.m. A special thank you to Family Hospice and Palliative Care, and especially Sara, for their kindness and extra special care. In lieu of flowers, family suggest contributions to Zion Lutheran Church, 3197 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017 or Cancer Research at University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute at Shadyside Medical, 5150 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232. leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CAMPELLONE ALLEN AGE 92, OF PI...
CAMPELLONE ALLEN Age 92, of Pittsburgh, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2017. Born on October 30, 1924 in Providence , RI, he was the son of the late Emilia and Carmine Campellone. Beloved husband of the late Bertha Campellone; loving father of Jack Campellone; cherished grandfather of Kirk, Michael, Sydney, Jillian, Madeline, Nicholas and Jesse. Preceded in death by his son, Alan Marc Campellone. Allen was a great dad and grandfather. He loved where he resided at Asbury Heights for the past six years; he had many friendships with the staff and other residents there. Allen will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: cremationandfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BURGWIN PATRICIA R. AGE 66, OF...
BURGWIN PATRICIA R. Age 66, of Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, peacefully departed Wednesday, January 4, 2017, in AHN Jefferson Hospital. She was born August 18, 1950, in McKeesport, daughter of the late Herman Ramseur, Sr. and Margaret Kelley Ramseur Smith and preceded in death by son, Jermaine A. Oden. Patricia was a member of Morning Star Baptist Church, where she served on the Usher Board and she was also a Daughter Elk of the Lily of the Valley IBPOE of W Temple 500 of Elizabeth. She attended Duff's Business Institute and worked as an Operation Supervisor for Edgar Snyder & Associates. Survivors include husband, Samuel L. Burgwin and son, Berry B. Oden both of Elizabeth; siblings, Cheryl Sherry (Allen) Stewart of Washington, DC, Duane (Betty) Ramseur of Clairton, Herman "Toby" (Regina) Ramseur of Elizabeth; five grandchildren and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends will be received Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at Morning Star Baptist Church, 307 Shaw Avenue, Clairton, Pennsylvania, where services will be held at Wednesday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Willie J. Thompson, Jr., officiating. Interment will follow in the Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth. Arrangements entrusted to the ROBERT A. WATERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., Clairton, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BILINSKY ELVIRA G. (DELETIS) O...
BILINSKY ELVIRA G. (DELETIS) On Sunday, January 8, 2017, Elvira G. (Deletis) Bilinsky, age 87, of Pitcairn. She was the wife of the late John Bilinsky; dear mother of Alan J. (Kim) Bilinsky and the late Randy J. Bilinsky; sister of Olga Deletis, Laura Ludwig and the late Inez Evans and Mary Deletis; grandmother of Andrew J., Adam J., Amelia H. and Sarah L. Bilinsky. Family and friends will be received Thursday, January 12, 2017, from 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WM. O. PEARCE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 318 Wall Avenue, Pitcairn. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Michael Church, on Friday at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Joseph G. Luisi, officiating. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KELLY PATRICIA L. TETER OF P...
KELLY PATRICIA L. TETER Of Penn Hills, PA transitioned peacefully on Sunday, January 8, 2017, wife of the late John W. Kelly, Sr.; loving mother of Melverse (Rev. Marie Kelly), Aveda Kelly Finney and the late John W. Kelly, Jr.; proud grandmother of eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; along with a host of other relatives and friends. Friends received Wednesday, January 11, 2017, from 4-8 p.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church, 2629 Wylie Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15219, where Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 12, 2017, 11:00 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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