HOLBERT CHARLES R. BUCK, Jr. Died on September 2, 2017. Born April 14, 1945, in Clifton Forge, VA to C. Rob Holbert, Sr. and Anne Ethel (Mollohan) Holbert. He is survived by daughter, Elizabeth Anne (Betsy) Holbert Trively; son-in-law, Martin; granddaughters, Clare, Anna, and Mia Trively, all of Roswell, GA; and a sister, Sue (Fred) Riley; nephew, Mark, all of Keyser, WV, and niece, Brenna (Mike) Dennis, of Richmond, VA. A 1963 graduate of Spencer High School in WV, he was a 50 year resident of Pittsburgh, having earned Masters' degrees in Business Administration and Public Health at the University of Pittsburgh. He used these degrees in his work in Healthcare Administration. Restoration of his 1900s South Oakland home was a major passion over the previous 10 years, one significant achievement the beautiful lawn with ivy beginning a climb up the fence. A special place in his heart was reserved for his family, friends, neighbors, and feline rescues. His remains are buried in Penn Forest Natural Burial Park with a new maple tree to support the restoration of the forest. Arrangements trusted to D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Lawrenceville. www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LIEB LOIS CATHERINE (PSCHIRER)...
LIEB LOIS CATHERINE (PSCHIRER) Age 90, of Millvale, formerly of Shaler, died July 15, 2017. She was the wife of the late Ralph C. Lieb for 65 years; devoted mother of Susan (Richard) Smith and Janet (Thomas) Poynton; proud grandmother of Richard, Stephanie, and Christopher; great-grandmother of Kaitlyn; sister of Robert Pschirer. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, September 16, 2017, in the Holy Spirit Church. Everyone please meet at church. Arrangements are entrusted to HEALY-HAHN FUNERAL HOME, INC. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered at healyhahnfuneralhomes.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMAS NADINE ON TUESDAY, SEPT...
THOMAS NADINE On Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Beloved lifelong companion of Robert R. Jones; mother of Kenneth; grandmother of Marquita; sister of Deborah Calderon, William III, Robert, Floyd, Rudolph Thomas, and the late John Thomas; other relatives and friends. Visitation WEST FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2215 Wylie Ave., Friday 10 -12 Noon ONLY. Funeral Service 12 Noon in the Chapel. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMPSON ATHARUE QUIETLY ON SE...
THOMPSON ATHARUE Quietly on September 8, 2017, at her residence. Wife of the late Nathaniel Thompson; beloved mother of Roxanne (Eddie Morgan) Robinson; three grand, six great, and two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of relatives. Friends may call Friday, September 15, 2017, 4-8 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 800 Center St. at South Ave., Wilkinsburg, 15221. Funeral Ceremony Saturday, September 16, 2017, 11 O'clock a.m. at Central Baptist Church, 2200 Wylie Ave., 15219. Burial Homewood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOONTZ TIMOTHY J. AGE 72, OF M...
KOONTZ TIMOTHY J. Age 72, of Monessen, died Wednesday, September 13, 2017 in Monongahela Valley Hospital in Carroll Township. He was born January 30, 1945 in Pittsburgh; a son of the late Earl and Ruth Dettlinger Koontz. Mr. Koontz was retired as foreman with the former R.G. Friday Masonry Company in Pittsburgh. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and was a 50 year member of Bricklayers Local #9 in Pittsburgh. Surviving are his wife, Karen Lawrence Koontz; a son, Mike Koontz and his wife, Sherie of Canonsburg; a daughter, Lori Chasko and her husband, Mark of Finleyville; a brother, Raymond Koontz (Joyce) of Ridgefield, CT; a sister, Sandy Koontz of Finleyville; six grandchildren, Michael, Jr., Justin, Lauren, Alicia, Courtney and Kalie; two great- grandchildren, Brayden and Hailey; and many nieces and nephews. Deceased are a daughter, Lisa Koontz; and a brother, Randy Koontz. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at KEGEL FUNERAL HOME, INC., Tim P. Kegel, supervisor, David P. Kegel, director, 3560 Washington Avenue, Finleyville, where services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 18, 2017 with Pastor Kevin Young officiating. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Memorial contributions can be made to a charity of one's choice. Condolences to: kegelfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GASIOR CHARLES GATOR AGE 86,...
GASIOR CHARLES GATOR Age 86, of Baldwin, passed away on September 13, 2017. Father of Richard (GraceAnn) Gasior; grandfather of Rachel (Joe) Potts and Brian Gasior; great-grandfather of Noah Potts; best friend of Carol Smerdell; brother of the late Stanley, William, Jim and Jean; son of the late Stanley and Christina Gasior; and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Charles was an Iron Worker for Local 3. Family and friends will be received on Friday from 2-8 p.m. and Saturday from 10- 11:30 a.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Pleasant Hills. A Funeral Ceremony will be held Saturday, following visitation at 11:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHABALA MARY ANN (POLOSKY) AGE...
CHABALA MARY ANN (POLOSKY) Age 85, of Bridgeville, on September 13, 2017. Beloved wife of John Edward Chabala; loving mother of Gary (Mary Lou), of Bridgeville, the late Roger and his wife, Peggy, of Bridgeville, Diane (Tim) Ragaller, of Collier Twp., Barbara (Don) Bird, of Bridgeville, and Karen (Bill) Malley, of St. Cloud, FL; sister of Ed (Betty) Polosky, Rita (Don) McAllister, and Terry McKay; cherished grandmother of Steve, Ryan, Jake, Joe, and John Chabala, Nate and Tyler Ragaller, Adam and Chris Bird, and Brandon, Nichole, and Conner Malley; also 14 great-grandchildren. Mary Ann enjoyed gardening, reading, and making crafts; she made and donated thousands of Rosary beads for Catholic Missions in Africa and foreign lands. Family and friends received on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, (412.221.3333). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Barbara Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Luke Chabala's GoFundMe page, for an Autism service dog. View and share condolences at warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EMMICK PATRICIA ANN (SIMCO) ON...
EMMICK PATRICIA ANN (SIMCO) On Wednesday, September 13, 2017, Patricia Ann (Simco) Emmick, age 71, of Pitcairn, originally from Liberty Boro, went home to be with the Lord. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Calvin Emmick. She was the loving mother of Stephen (Christine) Emmick, John (Mandy) Emmick, and Matthew (Jen) Emmick; grandmother of Sarah, Hannah, Norah, Jessah (Stephen), Lukas, Kalianna (John), Gracie, Jack, Izzy, and Markus (Matthew). She was also preceded in death by her mother and father, Jennie (Gabersek) and Stephen Simco. She was a lifelong member of St. Michael's Church. Pat didn't just say she loved you, she made you feel loved to the core with an unconditional certainty and showed her children how to do the same. Thank you God for sharing her with us for a little while. We will miss her reminders to drive safe and her sweet gentle kisses on the cheek. Laku noc, 'til we see you again mama. We love you very much. Friends received Friday 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, Saturday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VORMACK PATRICIA ANN (SICKLES)...
VORMACK PATRICIA ANN (SICKLES) Age 75, of Monroeville, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Frank Vormack and was the daughter of the late Robert E. and Amy (Ceney) Sickles. She graduated from Slippery Rock State College with a BS in Education. She taught elementary school and was a Mary Kay Sales Director for many years. Pat is survived by her daughters, Susan M. (Brian E.) Harmon and Linda L. Vormack; her grandchildren, Nick Vormack, Nessa Fisher, Josh Vermeullen, Liz Sparks, and Jordan Jones; and a great-granddaughter, Juliette Sparks; sisters-in-law, Eileen Vormack and Karen Vormack. She was preceded in death by a son, Michael J. Vormack; and her brother, Earl R. Sickles. Friends will be received Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GENE H. CORL, INC., FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike, (412-372-2100). Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 16, 2017, at St. John the Baptist Church, with interment following in Plum Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the American Lung Association, Donation Processing Center, P.O. Box 7000, Albert Lea, MN 56007-8001. Please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WELSCH SOPHIE (WOJNAR) PEACEFU...
WELSCH SOPHIE (WOJNAR) Peacefully at her residence, on Thursday, September 14, 2017, of Irwin, formerly of Swissvale. Wife of the late Joseph. Sophie was born in Wilmerding, daughter of the late Stanley and Clementine (Kasprzyk) Wojnar. Loving mother of Martin Welsch of Braddock Hills, Sandra (Welsch) Lavrinc and her husband, Keith, and the late Joseph and his surviving wife, Mary Lou of Blairsville; grandmother of Beth Ann and her husband, Eric; great-grandmother of Brandy; aunt of Joanne Velerio and her husband, Rich. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday Only at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Rite of Christian Burial in the Word of God Roman Catholic Church on Monday morning at 9:30 a.m. Please send memorial contributions to Heartland Hospice. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROWN IZOLA (BOSE) PASSED AWAY...
BROWN IZOLA (BOSE) Passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2017, at Canterbury Place after a long illness. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Luther Johnson, Earl Buford and Dimitri Brown; one grandchild; siblings, Beverly Bose, Daniel Bose, Vanessa Bose, Teresa Bose, Anthony Bose and Nathaniel Bose. Visitation on Saturday, September 16, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. at the TUNIE FUNERAL HOME, 218 East 11th Avenue, Homestead. Services will be held following visitation. tuniefuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAUTOVICH CHARLES OF PLUM BORO...
DAUTOVICH CHARLES Of Plum Boro, passed away on September 13, 2017. He was born February 1, 1934, to John and Julia (Sciezkowski) Dautovich. He was employed by the Boro of Plum as a mechanic and truck driver. He enjoyed farming, bingo, but his true love was gardening and sharing with relatives and friends. Charles was the social butterfly of the community. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Sophie (Marunich) Dautovich; a son, Douglas (Julie) Dautovich, of Plum; a sister, Irene Galzerano, of MD; also many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his stepmother, Anna Dautovich; a sister, Nellie Hajel; stepbrothers, Frank Newchie Kukulski and Joseph Kukulski. Friends are being received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., on Friday in the STEPHEN P. DOLENCE JR. FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1519 Renton Road, Plum Boro where services will be on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. Burial Plum Creek Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HANEY BEATRICE LUELLA ON WEDNE...
HANEY BEATRICE LUELLA On Wednesday, Beatrice Luella Haney, age 83, of Coraopolis (formerly of Kittanning and Valley Grove, WV). Born Jan. 29, 1934, to the late John and Catherine Christina (Stockman) Lockhart. She was a member of Dallas Pike Baptist Church, Dallas, WV, and a 15 year employee at Wheeling Hospital. Bea enjoyed camping, making the yearly trip to the Canfield Fair, family, friends, bluegrass, and her beloved dog, Bumbles. Survived by children, Resi Lee (Timothy) Fiedler, of Coraopolis, Aletha Jean (Kris) Brinlee, of Junction City, KS, and Michael B. Haney, of Martins Ferry, OH; eight grandchildren, Samuel (Angie) Kirkland, Shavon Wiselka, Lynn (Brad) Burrows, Matthew Kirkland, Timothy (Angela) Fiedler, Jr., Jon Haney, Nicole (Michael) George, and Kaiden Haney; and 15 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard W. "Ben" Haney; and sisters, June Renfro, Lyndia Renfro, Pauline Meredith, and Lavona Sigler. Visitation 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Sunday, in the WELCH FUNERAL HOME, Ford City. Service 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Interment Ford City Cemetery. Contributions may be made to your choice of charity. www.welchfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STRAIGHT CAROLYN (WORKMAN) LE...
STRAIGHT CAROLYN (WORKMAN) LEE Age 71, of West View, on Wednesday, September 13, 2017. Mother of John Straight and Michael Straight; cherished grandmother of Skylar, Dylan, Dean, Colton and the late Marissa; sister of Joan Lynch, William Workman and Robert Workman. Lee will be sorely missed by her family and many friends. Family will welcome friends on Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 388 Center Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15229. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 10:00 a.m. in Incarnation of the Lord Church, 4071 Franklin Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15214. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to the family. Please leave condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CLEAVER HOLSTEIN DEHAVEN III O...
CLEAVER HOLSTEIN DeHAVEN III On August 20, 2017, after a brief stay in the hospital, Holstein DeHaven Cleaver III passed away at his home into the merciful arms of his one and only Savior, our Lord Jesus Christ. Born August 11, 1946, in Philadelphia, PA, he grew up in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the eldest of six children in a deeply Christian family. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he participated in student government and was a member of the rugby team. A loyal Tar Heels fan, he retained an abiding interest in both politics and sports for his entire life. After graduation, he moved to Nantucket Island, MA. There, after learning from Island craftsmen the skills for all phases of home restoration, he eventually started his own consulting and restoration business, Bellwether Associates. At the same time, he became involved with The Theater Workshop of Nantucket and performed in a number of plays and musicals. Later, when he moved to Pittsburgh, PA to be closer to his family, he continued to work in the restoration business. He leaves behind his former wife, Kathleen F. Cleaver; two children, Suzannah K. Cleaver and Brendan Pickell Cleaver (Lauren); and two granddaughters. He is survived by his five siblings, Boyd Cleaver (Charyl), Janet Patterson (Carl), William Cleaver (Julia), John Cleaver (Lisa), and Julie Cleaver; as well as seven nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Drs. Holstein DeHaven Cleaver, Jr. and Betty Pickell Cleaver. A memorial mass will be celebrated Monday, September 18, 2017, at 10 a.m. in St. Bernard's Church, Mt. Lebanon. The family suggests contributions in his memory be made to the Theater Workshop of Nantucket, 62 Center St., Nantucket, MA 02554 or St. Joseph's House of Hospitality, 1635 Bedford Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Arrangements by BEINHAUER'S, 412-531-4000. Please view or add tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORGAN JOHN C. J.C. ON SEPTE...
MORGAN JOHN C. J.C. On September 13, 2017, after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved son of the late Norval I. and Maude (Cooper) Morgan; life mate of 51 years to Russell P. Stewart; brother of Richard (Rose) Morgan, of North Port, FL, Carroll (Fern), of Charlotte, NC, the late Daniel Morgan, Scott Morgan, of Waynesburg, Betty (Jim) Grove, of Waynesburg, Paul (Debbie) Morgan, of Georgia and Chuck Morgan, of Indiana; survived by many nieces and nephews and some deceased nieces and nephews. John was a stationary engineer for Equitable Gas (North Side) Plant, for 32 years and retired from Pgh. Printing in Cranberry. He loved his yard and pets. Friends received on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall, 412-461-6394, where a Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment to follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations in John's name can be made to the Hurricane Irma Flood Victims, to the charity of one's choice- excluding the Red Cross. Please share your memories and condolences at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROOKS VIVIAN G. AGE 92, QUIE...
BROOKS VIVIAN G. Age 92, quietly on September 12, 2017 at her residence. Wife of the late Mervin, Sr.; beloved mother of Thomas Jefferson (Judy), Milton Brooks, Marie (Duane) Williams, Deborah (Willie, Sr.) Chapman, Joyce Ann (Janet) Krizman; 29 grand; 30 great; and nine great-great- grandchildren; and a host of relatives. Friends may call Monday, September 18, 2017 4-8 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 800 Center St. at South Ave., Wilkinsburg, 15221. Funeral ceremony Tuesday, September 19, 2017 11 a.m. at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church, 271 Paulson Ave., burial Homewood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SARVER RICHARD D. AGE 100, OF ...
SARVER RICHARD D. Age 100, of North Versailles, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017. He was born May 11, 1917, in Berlin, PA, son of the late Jacob and Sara Ellen (Stevanus) Sarver. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Clara M. (Altfather) Sarver; brothers, Edgar, Robert and Glenn Sarver and sisters, Olive Jones and Vera Deist. He is survived by his sons, Lynn (Betsy) Sarver, Larry (Maria) Sarver and Blaine (Lisa) Sarver; grandchildren, Jeff Sarver, Michael (Ashley) Sarver, Paul (Kim) Sarver, Lexi (Justin) Coulthurst, Abbey Miller, Arianne (Allan) Ward, Noelle Sarver and Mallory Sarver; and great-grandchildren, Caleb, Ian, Ryan, Molly, Connor and Emma Sarver, Ethan and Sydney Coulthurst and Maverick Ward. He was employed by the Union Railroad for 37 years and also a member of the URR chorus. Longtime member of the East McKeesport Church of the Brethren and an avid traveler having visited all 48 states in the continental US and Hawaii. Friends and Family will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the FORGIE - SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. Everyone will gather at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home for a funeral service. Interment will follow at Restland Memorial Park in Monroeville. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Berlin Historical Society at www.berlinpa.org. For online condolences please visit: snyderfuneralservices.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALKER ERNEST LEE OF SOUTH PAR...
WALKER ERNEST LEE Of South Park, at home on Tuesday, September 12, 2017, age 87. Beloved husband for 54 years of Mary (Lewis) Walker; loving father of Metrus "Mimi" Anderson (Kenneth), Shelia Dulin (Vaughn), Ernest, Jr. "Mancy", Michael and Anthony (Tina); also 16 grandchildren and 14 great- grandchildren; preceded in death by his great- granddaughter, Erica. A going home service will be Saturday at Noon in Shiloh Baptist Church. www. davidhenneyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BLAIR LUCILLE N. (BALLARD) AGE...
BLAIR LUCILLE N. (BALLARD) Age 92, born in Amherst, Virginia and a long time resident of Sewickley, passed away after a long illness on September 12, 2017. Mrs. Blair, the daughter of the late Robert and Mamie (Higginbotham) Ballard, was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Floyd W. (Pete) Blair. She is survived by her sister, Vernell (Fred) Smith; six children; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins; extended family; her much beloved church family; and her senior Bible study road dogs, Arlene Rucker, Mildred Nash, Naomi Gilchrist, Catherine Killins, Cassandra Liggett and Lois Rush. Mrs. Blair's family and many friends have already been so generous by bringing flowers for her to enjoy while she was living. In lieu of flowers, and in honor of her passing, please make a donation of any size to St. Jude Children's Cancer Research Hospital by visiting www.stjude.org/donate or by calling 1-800-805-5856. There will be no viewings. A memorial service will take place at Triumph Community Church on Mt. Nebo Road at 1 p.m. on Sunday, September 17, 2017. A private burial service will take place at Sewickley Cemetery on Monday, September 18, 2017 at 1 p.m. Arrangements by THE RICHARD D. COLE FUNERAL HOME, INC., SEWICKLEY, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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