LUCCHESI ARLENE Age 86, lifelong resident of Castle Shannon, kicked the bucket on Thursday, March 9, 2017. Wife of the late Eugene E. Lucchesi; loving mother of Christine, Jan (Rob-e), Faye (Ric), Enie (Tom) and Genie (Ki); grandmaw of Lauren, Luke, Gregory, Anna and Gigi; sister of Chele and the late Gloria; best friend of Mary Anna; also survived by nieces, nephews, sister and brother-in-law. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Anne Church Wednesday morning at 9:30. Interment Saint Anne Cemetery. www. laughlinfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LUCCHESI ARLENE AGE 86, LIFELO...
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CHAMBERS WALTER L. PEACEFULLY,...
CHAMBERS WALTER L. Peacefully, on Wednesday, March 8, 2017. Beloved husband of Pearl Chambers (deceased); father of Ronald T. (Barbara) and Gary L. (Saundra) Chambers, and the late Derek (Debbie survives) and Cheryl Chambers; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three great-great- grandchildren; and a host of family and friends. Visitation Monday, March 13, 2017, 4-8 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC. where Service will be held Tuesday, March 14, 2017, at 11 a.m. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AMRHEIN MARTIN AGE 63, FOMERLY...
AMRHEIN MARTIN Age 63, fomerly of Wexford on Tuesday, March 7, 2017; beloved son of Angela and the late A. Paul Amrhein; dear brother of Victor (Wegie), Annette Tomb (Ron), David, Paul (Anne), Gerald (Chris) and Kenneth (Tracie); also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great- nephews. Martin was a member of Knights of Columbus #3907 and a charter member of T.R.Y. Services were private. If desired, the family suggests memorials to T.R.Y., a special needs organization, P.O. Box 40, Wexford, PA 15090. Arrangements entrusted to GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., Wexford, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAZZARELLA BERNICE AGE 82, OF ...
MAZZARELLA BERNICE Age 82, of West Mifflin, finally at peace on February 24, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Charles Mazzarella and mother of the late Deborah (Mazzarella) Hartman. Survived by son, David (Vonda) Mazzarella; son-in-law, Terry Hartman; three grandchildren, Kelly L. Hartman, Katie M. Hartman and Livia V. Mazzarella. At the request of the family, private funeral services. For condolences visit: www.stephendslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CECIL JARVIS BURDETTE JERRY ...
CECIL JARVIS BURDETTE JERRY Passed away peacefully on Friday, November 4, 2016, age 91. Kathleen Cecil, his wife of 30 years, was by his side. Jerry is also survived by his children, Ann Brouillette (Don), John Cecil (Celia Felsher) and Scott Cecil (Eleanor Pansar); his grandchildren, Sarah, Erin and Suzanne Brouillette and Rachel and Teddy Cecil; and his sister, Marjorie Burgess. His brother, John Cecil, predeceased Jerry. Jerry was born in Wichita, Kansas, on September 22, 1925, to Kenneth and Mildred Lewis Cecil. He moved with his family to Knoxville, Illinois, as a young boy. After graduating from Knoxville High School, Jerry entered Knox College, in Galesburg, Illinois, in 1943. In the winter of 1944, he joined the Army Air Force, serving as a Lieutenant navigator. He returned to Knox College after World War II, graduating Phi Beta Kappa and summa cum laude in the winter of 1948. Mr. Cecil received his MBA in 1949 from Harvard Business School, where he was named a George F. Baker Scholar, the top scholastic honor. In 1949, Jerry married June Pendarvis, whom he had met in college. June Cecil died in 1974. Jerry married Kathleen Nicolette in 1986. After two years as a Research Associate at Harvard Business School, Jerry joined Continental Oil Co. (Conoco) as a staff accountant in Ponca City, Oklahoma. After transfers to Houston and Connecticut with Conoco, Jerry moved to Pittsburgh to become Executive Vice President of Consolidation Coal, a subsidiary of Conoco and later of Du Pont. He retired in 1988. Jerry had a long and distinguished record of public service. He was committed to his alma mater, Knox College. He served on the Board of Trustees from 1973 to 1998, and was Chairman for 17 years beginning in 1978. For his service, he was awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of Laws in 1995. Jerry was also deeply interested in the environment. He was a Director and Chairman of the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, a Director and President of the Fox Chapel (Pittsburgh) Land Conservation Trust, a Director of the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, and Chair of the Fox Chapel Environmental Advisory Council. He was also a lifetime member of The Nature Conservancy. Beyond working in education and the environment, Jerry served as Director and Vice Chairman of the Pittsburgh Public Theatre, Director of the Pennsylvania State Chamber of Commerce, and member of the Fox Chapel Borough Council. He was also a longtime member of the Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church, the Pittsburgh Field Club and the Duquesne Club. Jerry's family would like to express its appreciation for the comfort and care Jerry received from Presbyterian SeniorCare and Family Hospice. If desired, in lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorial donations be made to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy or Knox College. A service of remembrance will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 18, 2017, at Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church, 384 Fox Chapel Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238, where the family will receive friends following the service. Arrangements entrusted to McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOMES, (www. mccabebrothers.com). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JUNKER PATRICIA M. AGE 75, OF ...
JUNKER PATRICIA M. Age 75, of Bethel Park, passed away on March 10, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rolland Miller and Grace Rae Maits and her brother, Rolland Ray Maits. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Sally Maits, her nephew, Kenneth Maits and her niece, Sara (Steven) Cratty. Friends will be received on Sunday, March 12, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PAUL L. HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 5570 Library Rd. where a funeral service will be held on Monday, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to a charity of your choice. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HEINLEIN WILLIAM A. BILL HO...
HEINLEIN WILLIAM A. BILL HOSS Age 55, peacefully on Saturday afternoon, March 11, 2017, passed into eternal life with loved ones by his side until the end. Survived by his aunts, Claudie Heinlein and Audrey Heagerty; cousins, Sharon (Howard) Flynn and their daughter, Lydia (Joseph) Urban, Katie L. Carr, the Sadler family of Avalon, Dan, Kellee and their children, Joe and Ashleigh; preceded in death by his parents, William and Betty Heinlein; grandparents, Milford and Elizabeth (Denny) Heinlein, John T. and Clara M. (Eives) Hamblen; and his uncle, Robert mother Heinlein. Bill graduated from North Gate High School in 1979 and was a private student of the Anthony L. Pasquarelli Trumpet Virtuoso. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Monday 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the McDONALD - LINN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE, LLC, 529 California Ave., Pgh., PA 15202. A funeral service will be held Tuesday 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be donated to the ALS Foundation or a charity of one's choice. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.mcdonald-linn.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUFLO DONALD J. BUFF AGE 84,...
BUFLO DONALD J. BUFF Age 84, of Plum, passed peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, March 10, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Marlene (Gallucci) Buflo; two daughters, Jamee Kotick and Dana Buflo; and a granddaughter, Alyssa. Also survived by brothers, Leonard of Arizona and Wayne of Plum. Don was proprietor of Bufalo's Flowers (in the Valley) in East Pittsburgh for 50 years. He had a great passion for the game of golf and was twice recognized as "Senior Club Champion" at Churchill Valley Country Club. A private memorial service will be held for his immediate family. Arrangements by MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TRAUTMAN DAVID A. OF NEW WILMI...
TRAUTMAN DAVID A. Of New Wilmington, PA, passed away on February 18, 2017. He was born on October 8, 1932, in Coraopolis, PA to George Jacob and Anna Heinlein Trautman. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Anna Grace Kocay and Vera Mae Percy, and survived by his brother, George Warren (Helen) Trautman of South Carolina. Dave graduated from West Allegheny High School in 1950 and earned his BA from Westminster College in 1954. He married Margaret Ann Campbell in 1952. They have four children: Kenneth David Trautman (Linda Jones), Diane (John) Phillips, Karen (James) Gay, and Joy (David) Fisher. They have 11 grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Dave worked for over 40 years as a salesman and office manager at various steel companies: Youngstown Sheet and Tube, Wheeling - Pittsburgh, Olsher Metals and Reynolds Services. From birth to 1985, Dave was an active member of Montours Presbyterian Church in Oakdale, PA. He served as an elder, Clerk of Session, on many committees, and as a choir member. They moved to New Wilmington in 1985 where David continued as an active member of New Wilmington Presbyterian Church. Dave was always willing to use his skills to help others. He supervised the building of 25 houses with Habitat for Humanity, went on nine mission trips to the Dominican Republic and traveled on numerous trips with Presbyterian Disaster Relief after Hurricane Katrina to clean up and rebuild. Dave loved planning, planting and nurturing God's creation. He especially loved all the colors and varieties of dahlias, his raspberry patch and the wisteria that covered his deck. Everyone who met Dave was blessed to enjoy his easy smile and witty sense of humor. A service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, March 18, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. at the New Wilmington Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by SMITH FUNERAL HOME, New Wilmington, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEIN HAROLD AGE 96, OF MT. LE...
STEIN HAROLD Age 96, of Mt. Lebanon, passed away Friday, March 10, 2017, passed away in St. Clair Hospital. He was born March 21, 1920, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Louis and Hattie Schutzer Stein. Mr. Stein proudly served with the United States Army Signal Corps during World War II where he served in the battle of Guadalcanal and was a member of the American Legion Post 760. Prior to his retirement, he had been employed for many years as a salesman with the Morris Paper Company. He was the last of his immediate family. Deceased in addition to his parents are his beloved wife, Marie C. Keenan Stein; and three brothers, Julius, Irving and Henry Stein. At the request of the deceased, there will be no public visitation and services. Private interment will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Cecil Twp. Arrangements are entrusted to SALANDRA FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Joseph P. Salandra owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120. To view or extend condolences please visit: www.salandrafunerals.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KRATOFIL GLADYS M. (AYERS) AGE...
KRATOFIL GLADYS M. (AYERS) Age 96, peacefully on Saturday, March 11, 2017, formerly of Mt. Oliver. Beloved wife of the late George A. Kratofil; loving mother of Gregory (Marie) Kratofil and Mary Ellen Mimi (Dennis) Silinski; grandmother of Jennifer Hudson, Stephanie (James) Boehm, Jay (Becky) Kratofil, Todd Kratofil; great- grandmother of Alec, Paige, Zakary, Peyton and Ella; preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers. Visitation at the BORON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1719 Brownsville Rd. on Monday 2 p.m. until her services at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bridges Hospice, 1200 Golf Lab Rd., Pgh., PA 15238, also Family Hospice & Palliative Care, 50 Moffett St., Pgh., PA 15243. boronfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RICCI MARGARET JEAN AGE 93, OF...
RICCI MARGARET JEAN Age 93, of Monroeville, formerly of Pittsburgh, a gentle and kind woman, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 11, 2017. Preceding Margaret in death were her parents, Leonilda and Cesidio Charles Ricci and siblings, Iva Rossi, Evelyn Donatelli, Charles Ricci, Mary Donatelli, Edward Ricci and Concetta Mincin. Aunt Jean to her nieces and nephews, Rosemary Rossi Coleman, Trudy Ricci Rossi, Charles John Ricci, Edward Ricci, Jr., Fred Donatelli, Cathy Ricci, Karen Mincin Stewart, Kenneth, Karl and Kurt Mincin, Denise Donatelli Menzer, Thomas Donatelli and the late Virginia Rossi Sobel. She will always be remembered for her love and generosity. Margaret was born in Bloomfield and started working in her teens at Schulte United Department Store in East Liberty. She was a bookkeeper and secretary at the Navarro Corporation for many years eventually retiring for health reasons. She spent her retirement years working on crafts, volunteering and will be remembered for her willingness to help others. Her family would like to thank the staff at Concordia of Monroeville for their care the past five years. Friends will be received Tuesday 6-8 p.m. 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 in the funeral chapel at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. Entombment following in Calvary Cemetery. If desired, please make a contribution to your favorite charity in her name. For more information, please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FEHR JOHN M. AGE 66, OF MT. LE...
FEHR JOHN M. Age 66, of Mt. Lebanon, on Saturday, March 11, 2017. He was the son of the late Frank and Adele Fehr; beloved husband of Joyce Salls; dear father of Adam (Kristen) and the late Amy Fehr; brother of Maggie (Dave Hingston) Fehr, Linda (Gary) McHugh, Frank (Tom Rutkowski) Fehr; brother in law of Andrea (J.J.) Skidmore; uncle of Lisa, Stacie, Robert, Casey, Shannon and Rhiannon. Also survived by cousins and a wide circle of dear friends. John was a self-proclaimed groovy guy who loved life and lived each day to the fullest. He enjoyed cycling, playing guitar, feeding people, and most of all time with family and friends. A retired counselor, he spent his time singing bedside with hospice, and volunteering for 412 Food Rescue and Global Links. Not only was he a great storyteller, he was also the subject of many a great story. John will be remembered for his contagious laugh, ability to connect with others, and gentle spirit. Family and friends are welcome at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Rd., Mt. Lebanon on Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. A celebration of John's life will be held in Allegheny Unitarian Universalist Church, 416 W. North Ave. on Wednesday at 6 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to NAMI (www.nami.org) or AFSP (www.afsp.org). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUTLER MARY ANN AGE 69, OF CLA...
BUTLER MARY ANN Age 69, of Clairton, on Friday, March 10, 2017. Graduated Clairton HS Class of 1966. Retired RN. Sister of William (Bonnie) Butler and the late Robert M. Butler. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received STEPHEN D. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 1701 Route 51, Jefferson Hills, (412-384-0350) Tuesday 3 - 7 p.m. Blessing at the end of visitation at 7 p.m. For condolences visit www.stephendslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TARR JOSEPH ON SATURDAY, MARCH...
TARR JOSEPH On Saturday, March 11, 2017, Joseph, age 91, of Baldwin Boro. Son of the late Michael and Rose Tarr; loving brother of the late Concetta Loria, Daniel Tarr and Josephine R. Piraino; brother-in-law of Maria Tarr. Joe was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII and retired foreman for Norfolk & Southern Railroad. Friends received Tuesday 6-8 p.m. at the GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5636 Brownsville Road, (at 6th St.), South Park Twp., 412-655-4600. Funeral Prayer Wednesday 9:30 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial in Nativity Church at 10 a.m. Interment St. Anne's Cemetery. If desired, donations in Joe's name may be made to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered at: www.GriffithFH.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHUETZ PATRICIA R. SALLY AG...
SCHUETZ PATRICIA R. SALLY Age 88, of Castle Shannon, on Saturday, March 11, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Charles Schuetz; devoted mother of Christine (Robert) Kebr; and the late Charles R., Jr. (Karen surviving); loving grandmother of Ann, Charlie, Scott, Amanda and Cynthia; great-grandmother of Claire and Isabel; aunt of Paul Pilarski and the late James Drake, and the entire Everitt Family. Patricia Sally is finally with the love of her life and soulmate, Chuck. She devoted her life caring for children and her family. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC., 1008 Castle Shannon Blvd., Castle Shannon TUESDAY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Anne Church Wednesday, morning at 11. Inurnment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Saint Jude Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUTTER MARCELLA AGE 93, OF FOR...
BUTTER MARCELLA Age 93, of Forward Twp., passed away on Friday, March 10, 2017, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family. Born on February 3, 1924, in Cecil Twp., she was the daughter of the late Henry Aubrey, Sr. and Madeline Bransberg. Marcella was an active member of both the Senior Center and the Athletic Association in Evans City. Marcella was a Sunday school teacher for many years. She enjoyed playing cards and making crafts. She was dearly loved by everyone. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her daughter, Carol Harmon of Evans City; her grandchildren, Susan (John) Polojac, Jen (Shawn Held) Harmon, Ryan (Erika) Butter, Ron (Deb) Jordan and family, and Doug (Cindy) Harmon and family; her great-grandchildren, Ethan Butter and Arianna Haky; her brother-in-law, George Larrison; her sister-in-law, Sarah Aubrey; and numerous nieces, nephews and special friends. In addition to her parents, Marcella was preceded in death by her husband, William L. Butter, Sr., who passed away on March 8, 1997; her son, William L. Butter, Jr.; her brothers, Henry Aubrey, Jr. and Alfred Aubrey; her sister, Adeline Larrison; and her baseball buddy, JR Held, and Brittany Held. The family will welcome friends from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday, March 16, 2017, at the BOYLAN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 116 E. Main St., Evans City, PA 16033. A funeral ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 17, 2017, at the funeral home, with Pastor Reid Moon, officiating. Marcella will be laid to rest in Pinewood Memorial Gardens in Cranberry Township. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her honor to the Evans City Senior Center, 426 E. Main St., Evans City, PA 16033, or to the VNA Inpatient Hospice, 115 Technology Dr., Butler, PA 16001, or to the Butler Area Rural Transit (BART), 130 Hollywood Dr., Suite 102, Butler, PA 16001. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at: boylanfuneralservices.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAHON DIANA I. DEE DEE AGE 7...
MAHON DIANA I. DEE DEE Age 79, of O'Hara Twp., passed away peacefully Saturday, March 11, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Loving wife of Joseph Mahon, Jr.; devoted mother of Colleen (Douglas) McKinney, Bonnie (Ronald) Fox and Joseph Mahon III; beloved grandmother of Allison, Kelly and Garrett McKinney, Andrew, Michael and Bethany Fox, Kaitlyn and Jennifer Mahon; sister of Janet Major. She was preceded in death by one brother, William Dankesreiter. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOHLER FRANK A., JR. OF UPPER ...
KOHLER FRANK A., Jr. Of Upper St. Clair, beloved husband of the late Dorothy Dottie Kohler; son of the late Frank and Mary Kohler of Lawrenceville; brother of the late Robert J. Kohler (Dorothy); and dear father of Frances A. Tucker (Jerry), Maribeth K. McCarl (Jim), Carole K. Al-Qaisi (Maad), Dr. Paul F. Kohler (Donna), Janet S. Lloyd (Mike) and the late Michael F. Kohler; grandfather of Paul and Jay Tucker, Matt (Michelle), Kelly (Scott) and Kevin McCarl, Sami Al-Qaisi (Rachael), Riley, Lacey and Donovan Kohler, Colleen (Keith), Jennifer, Emily and Melissa Lloyd. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School (1947) and the University of Pittsburgh (1952) with a BSCE. He was a registered professional engineer and surveyor in Pennsylvania. He served as an officer LT., S.G. in the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service (1955-1957). In his lifetime he worked for Gimbel Brothers, City of Pittsburgh Health Department, Allegheny Ludlum Steel Company, the Pennsylvania State University, and 33 years with the Pennsylvania American Water Company, ending his working career as Division Manager of their S.W. Division. He was also Resident General Manager of the Washington-East Washington PA Joint Authority (1972-1989). In 1994, he received the George Warren Fuller Award from the American Waterworks Association for his outstanding work as a professional in the waterworks industry. He was active with the Boy Scout Troops 228 and 834 serving as committeeman and merit badge counselor. He was past president of the former University Catholic Club and past chairman of the Pennsylvania Section of the American Waterworks Association. He enjoyed spending time at Deer Valley YMCA Camp and Conneaut Lake with family and friends. He was a wonderful role model, teacher and family man. Friends welcome Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at FREYVOGEL - SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 112 Fort Couch Rd., Bethel Park (opposite Macy's South Hills Village.) Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Grace Church Wednesday 10:30 a.m. Memorials may be directed to Our Lady of Grace Church, 310 Kane Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15243. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBIN JEAN PASSED AWAY IN HER ...
ROBIN JEAN Passed away in her home on Beacon Street on Saturday, March 11, 2017. She was the beloved wife of the late Abe Robin; mother of Susan (David) Krinsky and Jody (late Stuart) Diamond; grandma to Lee (Jaime), Julie, Alex and Matt; great-grandma to Cal and Shane. Jean was loved by many and will be missed by her family and friends. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (10 - 11 a.m.). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Jewish Community Center, 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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