HIRSCH MARIAN M. CLIFFORD Of Shaler Twp., on Thursday, April 13, 2017, Mrs. Hirsch was the beloved mother of Robert Holzshu (Darlene) of Carnegie, Randall Holzshu of Pittsburgh, Richard Holzshu (Susan) of Spotsylvania, VA, Russell Holzshu (Susan) of Shaler Twp.; daughter of the late Carl W. and Nellie E. Geiger Clifford; sister of the late Robert Clifford; also survived by three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Services and Interment were Private. Arrangements made by PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rte. 8, Shaler Twp. Leave condolences at www. permanfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER LEONA M. (LATONA) AGE 7...
MILLER LEONA M. (LATONA) Age 77, of Brookline, on Thursday, April 13, 2017. Wife of the late Frank Miller and Paul Pilarski; beloved mother of Lorena Lori Morena (Tony), Alan Pilarski (Denise) and Richard Miller; grandmother of Julian (Tara), Nicholas and Gino Morena, Zachery, Nico, Chelsea and Morgan Pilarski, Rachael, Lauren, Brieanna and Brandon Miller; great-grandmother of Antonio Morena; sister of Dolores, Leo and Patricia; preceded in death by six siblings; also survived by family and friends. No visitations. Interment private. Arrangements by the BRUSCO - FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 214 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington, (412) 381-2323. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARLOVITS CAROLYN W. DEVOTED W...
MARLOVITS CAROLYN W. Devoted wife, loving mother and a woman of deep faith, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. A natural caregiver, she is dearly remembered for her kind heart, gentle touch, compassion for others and dedication to her family, friends, and church. Carolyn was born in Windber, PA on May 25, 1938 to the late Charles and Lottie (Hoover) Walsh and was a 1956 graduate of Adams-Summerhill High School in Sidman, PA. During high school, she was head majorette and the school's first prom queen. After graduation, she entered the St. Francis School of Nursing in Pittsburgh, PA, graduating in 1959 and began her life-long career as a registered nurse. Selflessly attending to the needs of others and bringing them comfort brought her great joy and satisfaction as she worked in various settings including St. Francis Hospital, Sewickley Valley Pediatrics, and as a private duty nurse. A life-long learner, Carolyn was especially proud of earning her Associate's Degree from Community College of Allegheny County after raising her four children. As a long-time member of St. James Catholic Church in Sewickley, she was active in Ladies Guild and served as a Eucharistic Minister with a special devotion to taking Holy Communion to those sick in the hospital or in their homes. She enjoyed long walks, gardening, and pursued painting as a hobby during her later years. A deeply spiritual woman, Carolyn began practicing yoga in the 1970's and led yoga sessions during Catholic retreats at St. Paul's Retreat House. More than anything, Carolyn loved her family. She is survived by her husband of 55 years John Jack Marlovits; and her four children Gregory (Cathy) Marlovits, Erin (Floyd) Marlovits-Rodgers, Shawn Marlovits (Christine Kotarba), and Tara Marlovits. Known as Yaya, she was a loving and cherished grandmother to Max, Sara, and Ella; sister of Marietta (Andy) Andrykovitch, Madalyn (Mark) Heilmann, Larry (Giselle) Walsh, and Pat (Ellen) Walsh; also nieces and nephews. The family will be receiving visitors on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at COPELAND'S, Sewickley, 702 Beaver St. followed by Mass at 12 noon on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at St. James Church, 200 Walnut St., Sewickley. Rev Thomas J. Burke and Rev. Ken Marlovits, Carolyn's nephew, will co-celebrate the funeral Mass. Burial services will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BERRY CHARLES UNCLE CHUCK AG...
BERRY CHARLES UNCLE CHUCK Age 76, went to his final rest April 8, 2017. He was the husband of the late Lynn Berry. He is survived by daughter, Lisa Mannion; and sister, Elinor Montgomery; as well as many nieces, nephews and close friends. He will be greatly missed by all. He was a military veteran who served our country in the 82nd Airborne Division. There will be a Military Service on Thurs., April 20, 2017, at 12:30 p.m. in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Rd., Bridgeville, PA 15017, as well as a Celebration of Life at a later time and date. Professional Services by THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Blawnox. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LIGHTOWLER DAVID F. AGE 69, D...
LIGHTOWLER DAVID F. Age 69, died March 31, 2017. Born August 29, 1947 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late David and Rose Katula Lightowler. He is survived by two sons, David M. Lightowler of Denver, CO and Sean Lightowler of Pgh.; two daughters, Nancy A. Caruso of Garden Grove, CA and Rosanne E. Moore of Pgh.; a sister, Mary Martin of Midlothian, VA; and one granddaughter, Josiah, Josi. David was a decorated Vietnam Veteran, retired from the U.S Secret Service, and served four U.S. Presidents during his career at the White House. He was active with the Boy Scouts, the Am. Legion, VFW, Moose, and Knights of Columbus. A mass will be held at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 21, 2017, burial in The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at 2 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to your local Boy Scouts. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FISCHER NORMA JEAN AGE 86, FOR...
FISCHER NORMA JEAN Age 86, formerly of Pompano Beach, FL passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. She is survived by a brother, John Jack (Mary Ann). She was preceded in death by six brothers, Alan, William, Albert, Harry, Robert and George; four sisters, Marie Bragunier, Ruth Thielet, Janet Hunter and Doris Botts. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Norma was a devoted member of Sheperd of the Coast Lutheran Church in Florida. She timelessly volunteered to minister to the needs of others for many years. Family and friends will be received Monday, April 17, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Service will be held Tuesday 10 a.m. at the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11311 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BURGER THOMAS F. THOMAS F. BUR...
BURGER THOMAS F. Thomas F. Burger, age 71, of Level Green, died unexpectedly on April 12, 2017. He was born on August 13, 1945, in Pittsburgh, PA, to Harold and Gertrude (McCann) Burger. He was a man of deep faith, a wonderful husband, beloved father and dedicated grandfather. He attended school at St. Anselm in Swissvale, PA and Duquesne University, where he played baseball and graduated with a degree in Accounting. Tom retired from the Union Railroad/Transtar Corporation after 34 years of exemplary service. He was an active member of St. Regis Parish and dedicated to his community through work with the Trafford Food Bank, Meals on Wheels and the Level Green Athletic Association. He was an avid skier, fitness enthusiast and Pittsburgh Pirates, Steelers and Penn State sports fan. Tom is survived by his beloved wife, Susan (Schwarzbach); three daughters, Kimberly (Christopher M.) Capozzi, Tracey (Patrick) Wright, Erin F. (Gabriel) Schneider; five grandchildren, Ben and Matthew T. Capozzi, Fiona and Juliet Wright, and Grace Schneider. Also survived by his brother, John "Jack" (Judy) Burger; brother-in-law, Dick Martin; sister-in-law, Patricia (Robert) Majcher; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Mary Beth Martin. Friends will be received Monday, April 17, 2017, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at LINDSAY - JOBE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3343 Route 130, Harrison City. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, 9:30 a.m. at St. Regis Parish, 517 Homewood Ave., Trafford, PA. Interment to follow in All Saints Braddock Catholic Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made, if desired, to the St. Regis Parish. www.Lindsay-JobeFuneral Home.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KUCAN EDWARD A. ON APRIL 10, 2...
KUCAN EDWARD A. On April 10, 2017, age 88, of McCandless. Beloved husband of the late Lillian D. (Ciz) Kucan; loving father of Patricia (Mark) Smoley and Marybeth (Todd) Williams; grandfather of Shepard and Charlotte Smoley. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Hamas. Ed worked for the Pgh. Bolt & Supply Co. and he was the photographer and sole proprietor of Edward's Photography. He honorably served in the US Army during the Korean War and was a member of St. Alexis Church for over 44 years. Friends will be received Tuesday from 3-7 p.m. at SPERLING FUNERAL HOME, 700 Blazier Dr., McCandless Twp. A Mass of Christian Burial celebrated Wednesday in St. Alexis Church at 10 a.m. Remembrances may be left at www.sperlingfuneral.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRAY DONNA COWDER AGE 81, OF P...
GRAY DONNA COWDER Age 81, of Penn Hills, died rather suddenly on April 12, 2017, of stomach complications. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, R. Buck Gray; her brother, Patterson R. Cowder of the Holly Springs, NC; and her sister, Nelle V. Kearns of Mullica Hill, NJ; as well as nieces, nephews and cousins. Donna was a native of Clearfield, PA, graduated from Penn State and earned a Master's in Library Science from Carnegie Tech. She was the cataloguing librarian for some 30 years at the Monroeville Public Library. Donna and her husband have been active in the First Reformed Presbyterian Church of Penn Hills from the time of their marriage there. There was a stint when they were Junior High Youth Group leaders using the Word-of-Life program. She had been the congregational publicist of the foreign mission activities of this church with weekly capsules of challenges and prayer requests. Her favorite song is "The Lord's Prayer". The "Coming Home" or Memorial Service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, April 20, 2017, at the FRPC Church, 12800 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills 15235. In place of flowers, remembrance gifts may be made to FRPC, Mission Outreach. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GUTTILLA GERALDINE H. AGE 56, ...
GUTTILLA GERALDINE H. Age 56, of McKees Rocks, passed away on April 13, 2017. Wife of Bob Woods; mother of Frank, Sherry, Matt, and Shannon; grandmother of ten. Gerry prided herself on her work ethic and most importantly the love she had for her family and close friends. She was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and was loved by many. Please come and join us to celebrate Gerry's life on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MCDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1225 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks, where a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. mcdermottfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOWER RAYMOND ROY RAY WENT HOM...
BOWER RAYMOND ROY Ray went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, in Pinehurst, NC, crossing the finish line of his 93-year race with distinction. Born and raised in Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania, he was a lifelong member of Mt. Lebanon United Presbyterian Church. When his children were baptized, he recommitted his life to regular church attendance and modeled his commitment to Christ for the rest of his life. Ray served as an elder in the church and was a member of the 79'ers Sunday School Class. Although Ray was a competitive salesman and an avid sportsman, he refused to work on Sundays, because that day belonged to God! Ray graduated in 1946 from Westminster College in New Wilmington, PA, where he met his wife of 50 years, Mary Alsop. Ray was a salesman and worked for different companies throughout his career. He preferred the role of a traveling salesman, because he did not like sitting behind a desk. His avocation was refereeing football and basketball, with football being number one! Ray worked college football as a referee. Penn State, Pitt, West Virginia, Bucknell, Brown, Boston College, Columbia, Dartmouth, Harvard, Navy, Princeton, Rutgers, Syracuse, Temple, Villanova, Yale were all on his schedule. He received a Merit Award from the Eastern Athletic Independent Football Officials League (EAIFO) for his untiring, devoted and distinguished service to football as President of the Pittsburgh Chapter in 1973. He also worked the Army-Navy game in 1973. As Ray moved up the ranks to Division 1A NCAA football officiating, he was urged to move on to the National Football League, but true to his spiritual commitment, he respectfully declined the open NFL door. Penn State, West Virginia and Rutgers initiated a new intercollegiate league in 1975, which later included southern teams like Clemson and Eastern Carolina. Ray became a charter member of the Major Independents Collegiate Athletic Association. He received a plaque for his service from 1975-1983 to that group in recognition of his outstanding service and commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and competence as a football official on behalf of Penn State, Pitt, Rutgers and West Virginia Universities and their Athletic Directors and Coaches. Ray was proud to referee several bowl games during his career, including Bear Bryant's final game for Alabama, when they beat Illinois at the Liberty Bowl in Memphis, TN on December 30, 1982. Ray was a short distance runner in his later years, preferring the 100 and 200 meter dashes. He participated in the World Masters Track Competition in Eugene, Oregon, in 1989, where he met some Russian competitors, who were competing for the first time. He and his wife, Mary, befriended the Russian athletes and were invited to visit Russia as their guests on several occasions. The Russian athletes also visited Ray and Mary in Pittsburgh. Ray competed in London, South Africa and Australia representing the United States for the World Masters Track and Field Competitions. He was most proud of being on the Gold Medal Relay Team at the XIII World Veterans Athletics Championship in Gateshead, England in 1999. Another high point was his victory in the 1999 Penn Relays Masters Men's 75-year old 100-meter race in front of 45,000 appreciative fans, urging Ray on to his world class victory. West Penn Track Club honored him as their Athlete of the Year in 1999 and 2000. Ray was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Mary Alsop Bower; and his sister, Jane Slater, whose husband, Hank, resides in Pittsburgh. He has one brother, Howard Bower, who lives with his wife, Doris, in Naples, Florida. Ray is also survived by his daughter, Susan Margaret Hudson, who along with her husband, David, pastors Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Aberdeen, NC. Ray's son, Philip Raymond Bower, a retired special education teacher, resides in Lawrence, PA, with his wife, Patsy. Ray moved to North Carolina in 2013. While in North Carolina, Ray continued to exercise at the Senior Enrichment Center in Pinehurst and also competed in the Senior Games of Moore County. Ray stayed active in church whenever he could hustle a ride! Ray has five grandchildren, Aaron and Benjamin Bower reside in Pittsburgh, PA, Rebekah, Rachel and Mary Hudson live in Charlotte, Raeford and Chapel Hill, North Carolina, respectively. He also has three great-grandchildren, Josiah, Judah and Shiloh, who are Ben and Jade's children. Ray was frugal and generous. A child of the depression, he knew how to save and make money, but was extremely benevolent to people in need. Memorial donations may be made to Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Aberdeen, NC, or Mt. Lebanon Evangelical Presbyterian Church in his memory. There was a service of celebration at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Aberdeen, NC, on Friday, April 14, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. In Pittsburgh, PA, visitation will be at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, on Wednesday evening, April 19, 2017, from 6:00 8:00 p.m. with a service of celebration at Mt. Lebanon Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 255 Washington Road, at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 20, 2017. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BENNETT DANIEL J. AGE 87, OF P...
BENNETT DANIEL J. Age 87, of Pleasant Hills, went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 12, 2017. Daniel is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Joan (Tutko) Bennett; father of Anne (Frank) Davis, James (Barbara) Bennett of Houston, TX, Timothy (Karen) Bennett of Phoenix, AZ, and the late John Bennett; grandpa to Dr. Eric Davis, Carolyn Davis Trobaugh, James C. Bennett, Grace Anne Bennett and Timothy M. Bennett; great-grandpa to Camilla Trobaugh. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Josephine Bennett. Daniel was a proud Veteran of the Korean War, serving in the U. S. Air Force. Dan grew up in Duquesne and worked his entire career at US Steel. He enjoyed traveling and reading, but above all, he loved his family. Family and friends will be received on Monday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Saint Thomas A' Becket Church, 139 Gill Hall Rd., Jefferson Hills 15025, with Fr. Daniel Maurer presiding. Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Thomas A' Becket Church. Condolences may be left at: jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JONES SISTER HAROLD ANN, SC AG...
JONES SISTER HAROLD ANN, SC Age 95, died at Caritas Christi, the motherhouse of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill in Greensburg, on April 10, 2017. A native of Altoona, Sister Harold Ann entered the congregation of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill on September 8, 1940, from Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament Parish, Altoona. Preceded in death by her parents, Harold J. and Anne (White) Jones; a brother, H. James Jones; and sisters, Mrs. Nancy (Charles) Rowan and Mrs. Patricia (Otto) Breite. She earned a bachelor's degree in English, history, music from Seton Hill University and a master's degree in administration from Duquesne University. Sister Harold Ann was a teacher and administrator in schools of the Greensburg, Pittsburgh, Lafayette, and Tucson dioceses. She also ministered as a catechist and social service worker at Immaculate Conception Parish in Ajo, Arizona, 1950-1954. She taught at St. Paul School, Carbon, 1954-1956, and served as principal at St. Bruno School in South Greensburg 1956-1962. Her longest tenure, 1983-1995, was as principal of St. John the Evangelist School in Tucson. In 1994, Sister Harold Ann received the Seton Award from Salpointe High School in Tucson, in recognition of the "deep faith, courage, initiative and zeal" exhibited in her advancement of Catholic education. Between 1978 and 1983, Sister Harold Ann was administrator of Assumption Hall, the former retirement home of the sisters and from 1999 until 2004, she was the supervisor of Elizabeth Ann Hall at Caritas Christi. During her retirement, she continued to volunteer her services where needed. Energetic and outgoing, Sister Harold Ann took to heart the words of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, "When so rich a harvest is before us, why do we not gather it? All is in our hands, if we will but use it." Arrangements: Visitation: Monday, April 17, 2017, 2 - 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 18, 2017, 2 - 4 p.m. Vigil: Monday, April 17, 2017, 7 p.m. Funeral: Tuesday, April 18, 2017, 4 p.m., Caritas Christi Motherhouse, Mt. Thor Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of Charity, De Paul Center, 144 DePaul Center Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. For more information, visit the website, www.scsh.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COCCO FELIX A. ON WEDNESDAY, A...
COCCO FELIX A. On Wednesday, April 12, 2017. Husband of the late Rosemarie (Trunick) Cocco; beloved father of Jannet, Gary (Bette) and Andrew (Susan) Cocco and Lori (Charles) Waite; brother of Rose Collinger Sabatasse and Annetta Norcia, and the late Lucy Bruce and Rita Cocco; grandfather of Drew, Anthony, and Robert Cocco and Thomas Waite; also two great-grandchildren. Friends received Thursday, April 20, 2017, 4-8 p.m. and Friday, April 21, 2017, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WINTER FUNERAL HOME PC, 4730 Friendship Avenue, where a funeral service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SALAPOW MICHAEL M. AGE 86, OF ...
SALAPOW MICHAEL M. Age 86, of Pittsburgh, on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Beloved husband of 58 years of Joyce E. (Januszonis) Salapow; loving father of Leslie (Chet) Ciancarelli and Thomas (Andrea) Salapow; dear grandfather of Daniel, Aimee, Larissa Ciancarelli and Madeleine and Michael Salapow; brother of Catherine, Rose, Jean and the late Helen, John, William and Nina. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mike was a Marine Korean Veteran. His greatest joy was spending time with his beloved family and friends. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS.Friends and Family are welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211 Monday from 24 and 68 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Germaine Church on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEDONNE FERDINAND D. AGE 91, ...
LEDONNE FERDINAND D. Age 91, of Shaler Twp., on April 10, 2017. Husband of the late Dorothy Kohl; son of the late Dominic and Carmela Mannella LeDonne; dear father of Debbie LeDonne; brother of the late Clara Lucente; brother-in-law of the late Claire Kohl; uncle of Eugene (Sue) and Donald Lucente, and the late Frank and George Lucente. Mr. LeDonne was a retired mail handler for the U.S. Postal Service with 44 years of service. Visitation Monday and Tuesday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 10:00 a.m. St. Ursula Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZENONE MAFALDA ON TUESDAY, APR...
ZENONE MAFALDA On Tuesday, April 11, 2017, of Swissvale, wife of the late Carl; loving mother of Frank Zenone and his fiancé Donna Hart of Murrysville, Carl (Angie) Zenone of Carnegie; dear gram of Donna, Melissa, and Izabella; great-grandmother of Kylie, Stefan, Aidan, and Joli; sister of the late Ann and Andrea. Friends received 2-8 p.m. TUESDAY ONLY at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial in the Madonna del Castello Roman Catholic Church, on Wednesday morning at 11:00 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUMMO ESTHER M. (RICHARDS) "ES...
RUMMO ESTHER M. (RICHARDS) "ES" Age 90, on Sunday, April 9, 2017, of Brentwood. Beloved wife of the late Carmen P. Rummo; loving mother of Diane Rummo Gambassi; grandmother of the late Valentina Gambassi; sister of Donald (Diane) Richards; sister-in-law of June Richards; also survived by her loving nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Tuesday, April 18, 2017, from 10 a.m. until the time of a Blessing Service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Pilgrimage Hospice, 2000 Cliff Mine Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15275. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZEILER DONALD R., SR. AGE 82, ...
ZEILER DONALD R., SR. Age 82, of North Huntingdon, died April 16, 2017, at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born August 28, 1934, in Castle Shannon, a son of the late Elmer and Anna Hess Zeiler. Donald was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, VFW Post 5012, charter and board member of Penns Woods Civic Association, an avid golfer, volunteered at numerous local bingos, and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force having served during the Korean War era. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a telecommunications technician by Western Union. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Ralph and one grandchild, Rachel Nicole. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Carol (Murawski) Zeiler; one son, Donald Jr. (Amy); three daughters, Monica (Jeff) Estep, Bonnie Lightner, Connie (Thomas) McNally; two brothers, Elmer Jr., and Edward; one sister, Lillian Messes; eight grandchildren, Melissa, Cassandra, Joshua, Nicholas, Ashley, Jesse, Josiah, Katherine; 11 great-grandchildren, Richard, Taylor, Jacob, Daisy, Jaiden, Lillian, Zoe, Aubrie, Leon, Chase, and Serenity. Friends will be received at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. with Father Len Stoviak officiating. Interment in Penn Memorial Park. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MERCER LOUISE AGE 92, OF BADEN...
MERCER LOUISE Age 92, of Baden, died Saturday, April 15, 2017, in Good Samaritan Hospice of Beaver. She was born July 13, 1924, in Atlanta, GA, to the late Lafayette and Ruth King Griggs. Next to her family, her passions in life were shopping, gardening, and needlework. She is survived by two daughters, Kelly (Jack) Kobistek of Carnegie, Nancy Bedison of Beaver; a son, Jeff Mercer of Sewickley; two grandchildren, James and Ian Kobistek; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Preceding her in death in addition to her parents were her husband, James L. Mercer; and sister, Virginia Behr. Friends will be received Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. in the JOHN SYKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 833 Kennedy Dr., Ambridge, where a service will be conducted Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. interment will follow in Beaver Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908. Online condolences may be made at: www.sykafuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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