BROWN RUTH I. On Sun., Aug. 6, 2017, wife of the late James H. Brownie; beloved mother of Patti (Jack) Milletary, Sheryl (Tony) Coccaro, Janet Hanzel, Tammy (Timothy) Foley and Jimmy Brown; also survived by ten grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Friends welcome Wed. 2-8 p.m. WM. SLATER & SONS, INC., 301 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington. Funeral Service Thurs. 11 a.m. Interment Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LENART DANIEL AGE 95, OF TRAFF...
LENART DANIEL Age 95, of Trafford, died peacefully on August 6, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 6, 1922, in Trafford, the son of the late Stanley and Mary Lenart. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline, in 2014. Daniel is survived by his four sons, Daniel J. Lenart (Patricia) of Harrison City, Robert Lenart (Patricia) of South Fayette, James Lenart (Renee) of Monroeville and William Lenart of Erie; his eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; a brother, Edward Lenart (Toni) of Brentwood; and a sister, Wanda Czapor (Edward) of Bloomfield Hills, MI. Daniel was preceded in death also by his brothers, Stanley, Joseph, Frank; and a sister, Jenny Kuharski. Daniel worked at Westinghouse Electric in E. Pittsburgh for 42 years and retired as an Industrial Engineer. He was a lifelong member of St. Regis Church, Trafford and he served in several ministries including the Holy Name Society, the Knights of Columbus and parish council. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of William Penn Care Center and Heartland Hospice for their loving and compassionate care. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the JOHN M. DOBRINICK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 702 7th St. (St. Route 130), Trafford (412) 372-3111. Parting prayers will be at 9 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home, followed by a Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. in the St. Regis Church with Fr. David Nazimek as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Good Shepherd Cemetery, Monroeville. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. Regis Church Development Fund, 517 Homewood Ave., Trafford, PA 15085. www.dobrinickfhinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DREXLER MARIAN DEYAK ON AUGUST...
DREXLER MARIAN DEYAK On August 7, 2017, in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Henry J. Drexler; loving mother of the late Sally (Matthew) DiAngelo, surviving Susan (Henry) Duckstein, and the late Amy Drexler; grandmother to five grandchildren, Amy (Phil) Wilding, Matthew (Leanne) DiAngelo, Jason (Brenda) DiAngelo, Dr. Candace (Chris) Komlodi, Henry (Mikaela) Duckstein; great-grandmother to 11 great-grandchildren; sister of Alice Gardner, James Deyak, and the late Frank, John, and Helen Deyak. Family and Friends are welcome on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, from 1:00 4:00 and 6:00 9:00 p.m. at JOSEPH M. SOMMA FUNERAL HOME, 5405 Steubenville Pike, Robinson Twp., PA 15136, (412) 787-1800. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 9, 2017, at Holy Trinity Church, 5718 Steubenville Pike, Robinson Twp., PA 15136. Interment to follow in Resurrection Cemetery. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at www. cremationfuneralcare.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LAHEY KATHLEEN M. ON AUGUST 7,...
LAHEY KATHLEEN M. On August 7, 2017, age 51, of Shaler Twp. Beloved fiancée of Richard Meier; sister of Ed (Debbie) Lahey, Dave (Barb) Lahey, Joe Lahey, John Lahey, and the late Rosemarie Lahey; favorite aunt of Nikki (Brad) Ridgeway, Cindy Lahey and Cherie (Carl) Hoffield; great-aunt of Alexis, Brianna, Cash, and Harper; predeceased by her parents, Norman and Rose Dolly Lahey. Kathy was employed at Giant Eagle for 33 years. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., Sharpsburg. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. at Holy Spirit Parish Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LOXTERMAN DANIEL C. AGE 60, OF...
LOXTERMAN DANIEL C. Age 60, of Verona, passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2017. Beloved son of the late Charles and Patricia (Armbruster) Loxterman; dear father of Chelsie (Nicholas) Russo; loving grandfather of Ryan and Brody Russo; brother of Amy (Wayne) Clark and Richard Loxterman; uncle of Josh (Sarah) Clark, Michael Clark, Danny and Christopher Martin; great-uncle of Taylor, Sade, Lily, and Kendrick. He is also survived by his fiancée, love of his life, and best friend for many years, Patricia Martin and her children, Brianne (Rick) Scarpaic and Douglas Martin. Dan will be remembered as an amazing father, grandfather, and a friend to many. Friends and relatives will be received on Wednesday, August 9, 2017, from 3-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Funeral Service Thursday, August 10, 2017, 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Donations may be made in his name to American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALAMOVICH JOHN STANLEY AGE 89,...
ALAMOVICH JOHN STANLEY Age 89, of Mount Lebanon, on Saturday, August 5, 2017. Beloved husband of Innice Dolly (Scarcelli) Alamovich; stepfather of John David Franklin, his wife, Alexis, of Philadelphia, PA; grandfather of Zachary J. Franklin and Samuel M. Franklin, Esq.; brother of Mary Martin, Agnes Englert, the late Frank Alamovich, Helen Alamovich, Alice McFeeters, Anna Marmagin, and Frances Griffin; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends will gather for a Mass of Christian Burial in Saint Bernard Church, Tuesday morning, August 8, 2017, at 11:30. Interment will be private. If desired, memorials may be made to Saint Bernard Church, 311 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, INC. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RAGER JANET M. (GROVE) ON AUGU...
RAGER JANET M. (GROVE) On August 6, 2017, age 86, of West Homestead, Janet was born in Homestead, the daughter of the late Francis and Catherine (Michaels) Grove. Beloved wife of Charles J. Rager, Sr.; loving mother of Ellen K. Rager, Charles J. Rager, Jr. and the late Carol A. Rager; special grandmother of Jeffrey (Emily) Bezak. Friends and family received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main Street, Munhall 15120 (412-461-6394). Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Therese of Lisieux Church. Please share your memories and condolences at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KRESS WILLIAM P. AGE 84, OF PE...
KRESS WILLIAM P. Age 84, of Penn Hills, on Sunday, August 6, 2017. Husband of the late Claire; father of Mona (John), Curt (Donna), Garnet (Jack), and Heather (Rick); grandfather of Jessica (Shawn) and Amanda (John); great-grandfather of Jacob, Joshua, Shay, and Colten. The family would like to thank the staff at Seneca Place who took care of him, especially those in his last days, and also Bridges Hospice. Services Private. Arrangements by SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HANNO MARGARET L. (LANG) ON SA...
HANNO MARGARET L. (LANG) On Saturday, August 5, 2017, age 84, of Ross Twp., formerly of Spring Garden. Beloved wife for 62 years of Andrew "Jim" Hanno; sister of Harold Lang and the late Anna. No Viewing. Service and Interment private. Arrangements by SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC., West View. Please offer condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LAVALLEE RUTH (KUNST) AGE 87, ...
LaVALLEE RUTH (KUNST) Age 87, went home to God on Saturday, August 5, 2017. Daughter of the late Peter M. Kunst and the late Theresa (Krauth) Kunst; sister of the late Paul M. Kunst (the late Elsie A. Warhol Kunst), and the late Anne Margaret Kunst Plaehn; and wife of the late Charles Calixa LaVallee to whom she was married for 46 years. Her father, Peter Kunst, founded Kunst Bakery in Brookline in 1937 and in Oakland, on Forbes Avenue in 1945. After her father's death in 1973, she and her brother, Paul continued the bakery, an Oakland institution and tradition, until their retirement in 2003. She loved the bakery and personified the slogan her dad created, "It pleases us to please you." She felt it was a privilege to serve all, individuals, hospitals, universities, and the community. She also cherished her friendships and appreciated those who cared for her in her final years. But, her greatest love was her family and she always acted in their best interest. She especially loved being a grandmother. Ruth was known by all to be a genuinely sweet, kind and caring person. She is survived by her son, Charles P. LaVallee and his wife, Terese Vorsheck; her grandson, Daniel C. LaVallee and his wife, Terrina; and great-granddaughter, Kalea Grace; stepgranddaughters, Ally (Vorsheck) Sparacino (and her husband Chris) and Sarah Vorsheck and stepgranddaughter, Laena Ilk and stepgrandson, the late Joshua Ilk; as well as her nieces and nephews. Friends and family will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) on Thursday, August 10, 2017, from 4-7 p.m. with a memorial service at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a contribution can be made in memory of Ruth LaVallee to Variety the Children's Charity, 11279 Perry Highway #512, Wexford, PA 15090. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MIHOCES ANNA O. AGE 94, OF CL...
MIHOCES ANNA O. Age 94, of Clairton, passed away on August 5, 2017. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St., Clairton, PA 15025. For more information, or for online pre-planning, visit our website at www. finneyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOZDRON VIOLET SHAFFER BORN AU...
KOZDRON VIOLET SHAFFER Born August 24, 1926, in Curwensville, lived in Pittsburgh and Gibsonia, died in DuBois January 28, 2017. A Memorial Service will be held August 12, 2017, 11 a.m. in St. John's Lutheran Church, Rockton, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CERSOSIMO LEONARD C. OF MCKEES...
CERSOSIMO LEONARD C. Of McKees Rocks, age 70, passed peacefully on Thurday, August 3, 2017. Beloved son of Andrew and Enis Cersosimo. Beloved father of Tammy (Mike) Ulizzi, Tanya (Sean) Price and Nicole Cersosimo; proud grandfather of Mikayla, Michael, Anthony, Sean, Gianna and Tyler; beloved brother of Michele (Leonard) Huston and Andy (Debbie) Cersosimo. Lenny was a barber for many decades where he proudly served the South Hills community. He was loved by many and will be truly missed by all. A very special thank you to the staff at Unit 5C in Allegheny General Hospital and West Hills Rehabilitation Center in Moon Twp. Your kindness and compassion made such a difficult time a little easier. May you rest in peace Dad until we meet again. Friends received SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1650 Broadway, Stowe Twp./Kennedy Twp., Wednesday, August 9, 2017 from 4-8 p.m. Burial private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Leonard's family. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TARLO CHARLENE S. ON SUNDAY, A...
TARLO CHARLENE S. On Sunday, August 6, 2017. Beloved and devoted wife of Bill Tarlo; loving mother of H. Scott (Debbie Lawrenzi) Tarlo and Richard (Leslie) Tarlo, both of Pittsburgh; sister of Roselle Solomon and the late Marvin Spokane; proud grandmother of Becca, Josh and Madison. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Tarlo was a teacher at Beth Shalom Preschool for ten years prior to retirement. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Thursday at 2 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to services, (1-2 p.m.). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Liver Foundation, 39 Broadway, Suite 2700, New York, NY 10006 or American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GLOVER FRANK FRANK GLOVER OF P...
GLOVER FRANK Frank Glover of Pittsburgh died peacefully in his sleep on July 31, 2017. The viewing will be at Crescent School, 8080 Bennett St., Pgh., PA 15208 Wednesday, August 9, 2017, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Memorial Service to follow immediately after. Professional Services and Arrangements are Entrusted to SPRIGGS WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 North Lang Ave . Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HEAGY CHARLES R. AGE 79, OF MC...
HEAGY CHARLES R. Age 79, of McMurray, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, August 7, 2017. Born on March 14, 1938, he was the son of the late Paul and Amanda Heagy. He was the beloved husband of Carolyn Jean Heagy for 59 years; loving father of Debbie (Tom) and Tim Heagy; cherished grandfather of Shelby and Mackenzie; also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his older brothers, Paul and Jack. He was an avid hunter who was happiest in the woods during hunting season. Family and friends are welcome Thursday, August 10, 2017, from 2-8 p.m. at CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, 724-260-5546. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, August 11, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. with interment to follow in Forest Lawn Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Charles' name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org or 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at www. cremationfuneralcare.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOLSLAYER DOROTHY M. DOTTIE ...
WOLSLAYER DOROTHY M. DOTTIE Dorothy M. Dottie Irwin Wolslayer, age 91, of Oakmont, passed away on Monday, August 7, 2017. Beloved wife of the late William J. Irwin and James W. Oozzles Wolslayer; loving mother of William (Diane) Irwin and Marsha (David) Wycich; grandmother of five and great-grandmother of six; dear sister of the late Robert Faust and Jean Burton; sister-in-law of Edward Burton; stepmother of James (Dawn) Wolslayer. Dottie was a member of Oakmont Methodist Church where she was very active. She enjoyed golf, bridge, and was a member of the Spade and Trowel Garden Club of Oakmont, and the Friendship Club of Penn Hills. Friends and relatives will be received on Thursday, August 10, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Funeral Service Friday, August 11, 2017, 10:30 a.m. Oakmont United Methodist Church, EVERYONE PLEASE MEET DIRECTLY AT CHURCH. Interment will follow in Plum Creek Cemetery. Donations may be made in her name to Oakmont United Methodist Church, 419 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NOVAK BARBARA ANN AGE 79, OF P...
NOVAK BARBARA ANN Age 79, of Pleasant Hills, formerly of Dravosburg, passed away on August 7, 2017. She is survived by her loving nephew, Thomas (Colleen) Steimer; best friend, Tina (Mike) Mac; goddaughter, Kimberly Mac; and great-niece and great-nephew, Molly and Lucius. She was preceded in death by her significant other, Felix Steimer; and parents, John and Elizabeth Novak. Barbara was a lifelong member of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, from 2-8 p.m. at JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Pleasant Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Elizabeth of Hungary on Friday at 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish or the COPD foundation. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LANG CATHERINE M. AGE 89, ON M...
LANG CATHERINE M. Age 89, On Monday, August 7, 2017, Catherine, of East McKeesport, passed away. Daughter of the late Joseph and Carrie Lang; beloved sister of Betty Cummings, James Lang, and the late William Lang; and sister-in-law of Ellen Lang; survived by eight nieces and one nephew; also numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. Catherine was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church. Friends received Wednesday 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at the JAMES F. KUTCH FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY, 433 Lincoln Hwy., East McKeesport, PA 15035, 412-823-4054. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 10 a.m. St. Robert Bellarmine Church. Interment will follow in New St. Joseph Cemetery. www.kutchfuneralhome.org Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CANDIELLO MARIA (FIORILLO) AT ...
CANDIELLO MARIA (FIORILLO) At her home on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, of Swissvale. Beloved wife of 66 years to Nicola Candiello; loving mother of Matthew Candiello and his wife, Christy, of Monroeville, and Anthony Candiello and his wife, Joann, of Hopewell; dear grandma of Nicole and her husband, James, Mark and his wife, Brooke, and Anthony, Jr.; great-grandmother of Riley Anne; sister of Philomena, Martha, of Pastorano, Italy, and the late Giuseppe. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. THURSDAY 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 Friday morning at 10:30 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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