ABT MARSHA D. (SCHMIDT) Age 69, of Etna, formerly of Lawrenceville, on Sunday, June 11, 2017. Beloved wife of 47 years of Joseph F. Abt, Jr.; loving mother of Colleen L. Abt and Marcia A. Miller; devoted grandmother of Nicole (Sandy) De La Rosa, Lloyd, Jr., Brian and Justin Miller; daughter of the late John and Ruth (Menkel) Schmidt; sister of Darryl (Arleen), Gary (Rose), Arlen (Lynn) Schmidt and Karen (Joe) Bick; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Marsha's endearing personality left a mark on many hearts and she will be truly missed. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service at 8 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KISIC HELEN E. AGE 99, FORMERL...
KISIC HELEN E. Age 99, formerly of Lawrenceville, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 11, 2017, with dignity and grace at Villa St. Joseph in Baden, PA. Beloved wife of the late Joseph J. Kisic; loving mother of Joseph (Therese), John (Sherry) and the late Robert (surviving Mary Lou) Kisic; sister of the late Mary, Cecelia, Frances, Joseph, Edward and Leonard. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation at D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Butler & 46th Sts., Lawrenceville on Wed. 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where family and friends will gather Thursday at 9:00 a.m. followed by Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, St. Augustine Church at 10 a.m. The family would like to thank everyone at Villa St. Joseph in Baden for their compassionate care. www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CRAWFORD- HOLLIDAY RUBY L. (WE...
CRAWFORD- HOLLIDAY RUBY L. (WEAVER) On Saturday, June 10, 2017, Ruby L.(Weaver) Crawford- Holliday, age 101, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Rochester and Monaca. Mother of John (Anita) Crawford, Barbara Johnson, Ruth (Ed) Bender, two stepchildren, Dawna (Tom) Holliday, Dale (Linda) Holliday, Jr. The last of 12 children, she was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, J. Curtis Crawford; and second husband, E. Dale Holliday; daughter, Cheryl Lynn Crawford; granddaughter, Debbie Sue Murray; and a stepdaughter, Carolyn. Friends will be received on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. at SIMPSON FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. Funeral service will be on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. To share online condolences, get directions and other information, please visit: simpsonfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ERICKSON DAVID D. SUDDENLY ON ...
ERICKSON DAVID D. Suddenly on Saturday, June 10, 2017, age 42, of Greenfield. Loving father of Tyler Erickson; son of Carol (Vento) and the late Fred Erickson; beloved bother of Eric Erickson and Maureen (Benny) Schwartz; nephew of Joan Schuerle; and cousin of Theresa (Caleb) Orr and Kristen (John) Worgul. David was and expert and hardworking craftsman with skills in plumbing, roofing, and construction. He had a particular interest in carpentry and had been a member of the Carpenters Union for many years. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins fan. Friends and family will be received Tuesday 6-8 p.m. in the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave. Funeral Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. followed by Funeral Mass in St. Rosalia Church at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHERNIK SARA W. AGE 93, FORMER...
CHERNIK SARA W. Age 93, formerly of Imperial, on June 11, 2017. Wife of the late John Chernik; beloved mother of Rose Marie Peterman and her late husband, John and Joe Chernik and his late wife, Debora; sister of the late John Teller and Helen Fornara; grandmother of six; great-grandmother of five. Friends received in the MOODY FUNERAL HOME, Rt. 30, Clinton, Thursday from 4-8 p.m. where services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. Interment Valley Cemetery, Imperial. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COOPER BERNISE M. BRYNER AGE 7...
COOPER BERNISE M. BRYNER Age 78, of Dunbar, PA went to be with the Lord surrounded by her loving family, Sunday, June 11, 2017, in Uniontown Hospital. She was born September 19, 1938, in Leisenring, PA, daughter of Raymond and Gladys Goodman Bryner. She was a homemaker and member of Dunbar Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Cooper, Sr.; children, Kenneth Cooper, Jr. and dear friend, Sharron, of Greensburg, Carey Cooper and wife, Karen, of S. Connellsville, Keith Cooper and wife, Lisa, of Dunbar, Rhonda Pozzuto and husband, Samuel, of Port Vue; grandchildren, Dale Cooper, Ryan Cooper and wife, Danielle, Krista McKean and husband, Steven, Bryan Cooper; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; and brother, Ronald Bryner. Friends will be received Wed. 4-9 p.m. in BURHANS - CROUSE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Connellsville St., Dunbar, and Thurs. 9-11 a.m., the hour of service with Pastor Robert Wrachford, officiating. Interment to follow in Mt. Auburn Cemetery. Bernise was the last member of her immediate family. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCARR WILLIAM G. AGE 70, OF PL...
SCARR WILLIAM G. Age 70, of Plum Borough, on Sunday, June 11, 2017. Beloved father of Kristin Scarr and Jennifer Scarr; grandfather of Tyler Greenwalt; brother of Janet Longaneiker; also survived by loving friends, Jeri Scarr, Mike Louder and Della Wagasky. Service and Interment Private. Arrangements by WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME LTD. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SORCI ANTHONY L. NINO NINO, ...
SORCI ANTHONY L. NINO Nino, age 84, of Fox Chapel (formerly of McKeesport), died Sunday, June 11, 2017, with his family by his side. Beloved husband of 60 years to Bettelou (Brown) Sorci; dear father of Machele (Mike) Meshanko, Nicole "Nikki" (Jeffrey) MacKenzie and the late Michael A. Sorci; father-in- law of Michelle Sorci; grandfather of Lori, Valerie, Dianna, Michael, Noah and Keeley; great-grandfather of Evan, Julian, Meah, and Michael. Nino was a veteran of the Korean War, a renowned Chef in the Pittsburgh area including the famous Nino's Restaurant in Oakland. Friends and relatives will be received at BURKET - TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4, 6-8 p.m. Services Thursday 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Dr. Stephen Wilson, officiating. Private Entombment will follow in McKeesport- Versailles Cemetery. Family suggests memorials to Parkinson Association, 575 Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15202. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCOTT REID O. SCOTTY AGE 93,...
SCOTT REID O. SCOTTY Age 93, of West Mifflin, on June 11, 2017. He was a son of the late John and Harriet (Hoon) Scott. He was retired from General Motors in Detroit on the production line. He enjoyed fixing things, football, and playing the lottery. He proudly served his country in the Army in WWII. Beloved husband of Rita K. (Qualters) Bercik Scott; father of Reid Tracey (Jill) Scott of Michigan; grandfather of Jordan Michael Scott, Ryan Scott, Danielle Thompson and Tyler Scott; also three great-grandchildren; brother of Florence Karr of Detroit, MI; stepfather of William O. (Linda) Bercik of Charleroi and the late Sharon Conley; also survived by five step-grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren; and predeceased by one late step-grandchild. Visitation on Thursday from 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne 412-466-3300 where services will be held on Friday, June 16, 2017 at 11 a.m. Pastor John Gropp officiating. Burial will be in Lebanon Church Cemetery with military honors. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DINELLO FLORENCE HELEN (GUIDO)...
DiNELLO FLORENCE HELEN (GUIDO) Resided at Katera's Kove, Wampum, PA. Formerly of Coraopolis and Moon Twp., age 88, passed away on Monday, June 12, 2017. Wife of the late Carmen DiNello. Daughter of the late Sam and Rose Guido; sister of the late Paul (Mary) Guido, Rose Marie (Lou) Litterini and Mary Lou (Joe) Wilson. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Thank you to the staff at Katera's Kove and Amedisys Hospice for her care. Friends received SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1316 4th Ave., Coraopolis on Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Prayers in Funeral Home on Friday at 9:00 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph Church 9:30 a.m. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GOBEL HELEN M. AGE 88, OF LIBE...
GOBEL HELEN M. Age 88, of Liberty Borough, died Mon., June 12, 2017. Born Aug. 22, 1928, she was a retired clerk from The Golden Rule in McKeesport and member of St. Mark's Parish. Helen was the daughter of the late Sam and Camille (Yanni) Picone; wife of the late George F. Gobel, who died Oct. 31, 1991; mother of Diane (Gary) Antonella, George S. (Linda) Gobel, Bob Gobel, and Richard (Jan) Gobel; grandmother of seven; great-grandmother of eight; and sister to the late Anthony, Arthur, James, and Albert Picone. Friends received in the DANIEL F. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 4504 Walnut St., Versailles Borough, McKeesport, PA 15132 (412-678-3454) on Wed., June 14, 2017, from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass on Thu., June 15, 2017, at 10 a.m. in St. Mark's Parish, Liberty Site. www. bekavacfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOOLHEATER ROBERT T. BUD AGE...
WOOLHEATER ROBERT T. BUD Age 86, on Saturday, June 10, 2017, in Morrow, GA formerly of Forest Hills and Homestead. Beloved husband of 60 years to Joanne Woolheater; loving father of Craig (Cindy) Woolheater, Janice (Dave) Cavalier, Tim (Audray) Woolheater, Diane Woolheater and Michael Woolheater. He will be missed by his nine grandchildren. Preceded in death by three sisters and two brothers. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Bud was a proud graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001 Tuesday 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 a.m. until time of Service at Noon. Memorials may be made to North Avenue Presbyterian Church, 607 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEAMAN CHARLES F. AGE 88, PEAC...
SEAMAN CHARLES F. Age 88, peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, June 10, 2017, formerly of Churchill. Beloved husband of 66 years to the late Rita A. Seaman; loving father of David (Christine) Seaman of Zelienople and Bill (Dyanna Eakin) Seaman of Ohio Twp.; cherished grandfather of Carly and Wyatt; brother of the late Rita Busby. Charlie was a proud Korean War Marine veteran. He was a graduate of Carnegie Tech and a longtime mechanical engineer. He had a lifelong passion for aviation, having restored two airplanes in his Churchill basement. Charlie touched the lives of everyone he met with a warm smile and a kind word. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001 WEDNESDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial St. John Fisher Church Thursday 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHRAMM NANCY H. OF PENN HILLS...
SCHRAMM NANCY H. Of Penn Hills, on Saturday, June 10, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Raymond; mother of R. Kurt, Jr., Charles A. (Judy), and Eric S. (Karen) Schramm; grandmother of Sarah, Scott, Maggie and Charlotte; sister of Margaret Hurst. On Saturday, a gathering of friends from 10 until 11 a.m. will take place in Mt. Hope Church, 12106 Frankstown Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235, followed by a Memorial Service at 11 a.m. Please consider contributions to Mt. Hope Church. Arrangements by WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, LTD. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VITULLA KAREN M. AGE 61, OF WI...
VITULLA KAREN M. Age 61, of Wilson, NC, formerly of Glassport, died June 3, 2017. She is the daughter of the late Richard A. and Susan R. (Super) Vitullo. Karen is survived by her brothers, Richard D. Vitullo (Moneta, VA) and John J. (Marsha) Vitullo of Clairton; niece, Angela (Bill) Petrosky; nephews, Jon, Dan, Justin, Jake, Tony and Vincent Vitullo; great-nephew, Dominic Vitullo; great-nieces, Autumn, Sophie and Miranda Petrosky; and aunt, Ann Borkowski. A private interment will be held at Calvary Cemetery at a later date. Funeral arrangement by WOJCIECHOWSKI FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH DELPHINE R. QUIETLY ON J...
SMITH DELPHINE R. Quietly on June 11, 2017. Beloved mother of Wayne Smith; devoted cousin of Deborah Brogdon; three grand; and three great-grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends. Friends may call Wednesday, June 14, 2017, 4-8 p.m., followed by Fraternal Services Order of the Eastern Star 7 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 800 Center St. at South Ave. 15221. Funeral ceremony Thursday, June 15, 2017, 11 a.m. in the chapel. Burial Greenwood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MELNYK LUVIA A. ON THURSDAY, J...
MELNYK LUVIA A. On Thursday, June 8, 2017, age 82, of Warrendale, in the comfort of her home with her family at her side. Born in Cranberry Twp.,PA on September 13, 1934, she was the daughter of the late John and Ina Nolder Koegler. Luvia had been an assembler for Cross Electronics in Cranberry Twp. for many years and was a member of the Marshall Twp. V.F.D. Ladies Auxiliary. Wife of Raymond Melnyk, who she married on October 2, 1954; mother of Raymond R.J. Melnyk (Marla); grandmother of Max, Melina and Makenna; sister of Deborah Mentel (Harry) and the late Sharon Kovac and Charles Koegler (Barb); sister-in-law of Wayne Kovac; and many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to a Memorial Service at the Marshall Twp. V.F.D. Meeting Hall, 270 Northgate Dr., Warrendale, PA 15086 on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. The family will greet friends at a reception at the fire hall following the service. Arrangements are under the direction of the MCDONALD - AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA 16046 and condolences are available at: mcdonald-aeberli.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NICHOLSON JOHN RICHARD NICKO John Richard Nicko Nicholson was a lover of life. He was a lover of all things boat, lake and water skiing related. He was a lover of all things mountain, winter and snow skiing related. He was a lover of model airplanes, real airplanes and all things winged. He was happiest when his feet were either in the water or in the air. He was also a lover of travel, beaches, Steelers football, volleyball, animals, motorcycles, cheesy jokes, great music, spicy food, building things, hot tubs, back rubs, good times and good vibes. He was not such a great lover of books, but he lived out his own adventure and love story every single day. Most of all, Nicko was a lover of people. He loved his family so much, he built a log house with his bare hands for them to live in. He loved his wife so much, he learned how to keep honeybees just because she wanted to. He loved his daughters so much, he fixed nearly everything they ever broke and helped them move from dorm to apartment to house time after time until they both finally settled down. He loved his 17 nieces and nephews so much, he taught almost every single one of them how to water ski. He loved his friends so much, he would do anything for them. Born on October 24, 1952, Nicko left this world on Tuesday, June 6, 2017, at the age of 64, at his home in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, surrounded by his family. When his father, Clyde Nicholson, died in 1966, Nicko became the man of the house at age 13 for his mother, the late Sarah Jane Van Osterom; and his younger siblings, James Bing Nicholson, Linda Levy and the late Patricia Brown. When his mother remarried, he became a beloved son of the late J. George Van Osterom, and an amazing brother to Joyce Chamberlain and George Van Osterom. He was the greatest man in the world to his daughters, Emily Nicholson and Jessica Higgins, and he set the bar high for his sons-in-law, Adam Ratana and Jeff Higgins. He was the best Poppy ever to his grandchildren, Theodora Tilly Ratana and Henry Hank Higgins. He was a loving guardian of his dog, Woody; and his cat, Zooky; and of his many animals who predeceased him, especially Chas and Roach. He was the soulmate and best friend of his wife, Kathryn Kate Nicholson. He is survived by literally hundred of friends and relatives who will smile every time they think of him. Anyone who had the great privilege of knowing Nicko is welcome Sunday, June 11, 2017, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at JOSEPH M. SOMMA FUNERAL HOME, 5405 Steubenville Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15244. A memorial service will be held at Oakdale United Presbyterian Church, 62 Hastings Avenue, Oakdale, PA 15071, on Monday, June 12, 2017, at 11:00 a.m., immediately followed by a joyous celebration of Nicko's unbelievable life at the North Fayette Community Center, 580 Donaldson Road, Oakdale, PA 15071. " In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Pittsburgh Aviation Animal Rescue Team (www.nodogleftbehind.org), a charity that combines two of Nicko's greatest loves, animals and airplanes." Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KINZLER MARGARET MARGE ON TH...
KINZLER MARGARET MARGE On Thursday, June 1, 2017, with her children by her side. Wife of 59 years to the late Robert L. Kinzler; loving mother of Bro. Robert J. Kinzler, FSC of Philadelphia, PA and Susan A. Kinzler of Elmhurst, IL; sister of the late Arthur Bilinski, Josephine Mosakowski and Stanley Moskey. Friends received Thursday morning from 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie, where a Blessing Service will be held Thursday morning at 11:30 a.m. Burial in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. As a parent, Marge was active with the school's PTA, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts while staying involved in Bob and Susan's youth. Marge was involved in her church community at St. Hyacinth's, she was active with the Christian Mothers, Krakowianki, and Rosary Society. Marge and her late husband, Bob, were also active with the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Food Bank. After 84 and a half years of living in Pittsburgh, Margaret moved to The Landing at Willow Grove, PA to be closer to her son. She was a resident there for ten months. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Food Bank, 330 Third Ave., Carnegie, PA 15106 or the La Salle University, University Ministry and Service for the purpose of helping with student emergencies and students in crises, 1900 W. Olney, Philadelphia, PA 19141. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PROIE FRANK G. AGE 94, OF SARA...
PROIE FRANK G. Age 94, of Sarasota, FL peacefully passed away on May 3, 2017. Frank lived a wonderful 94 years. A proud WWII veteran, entrepreneur, father, and grandfather, he was predeceased by parents, Antonio and Esther Proie; siblings, Erma Proie (Edmund) Abel and Guy (Delores) Proie; daughter, Carrie Ann (Robert) Zahradnik; mother of his daughters and first wife, Iris Cantwell Proie. Frank is survived by his wife of 27 years, Ann Proie; sister, Jane (Louis) Rauso; daughters, Paulette Cantwell and Deidre (Kim) Ray; grandchildren, Katherine, John Kyle, Madison, Alex, and Logan; niece, Kathleen Cantwell. A service will be held at Jefferson Memorial Mausoleum Chapel in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, June 16, 2017, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in the spirit of Frank may be directed to Tidewell Hospice of Sarasota, FL, ACHIEVA or The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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