WHITE MARGARET REGINA Age 88, on Tuesday, September 12, 2017. Beloved daughter of the late Theodore F. and Mary Hughes White; longtime friend of Peggy Capezzuto. Margaret Regina was a retired nurse in child care. Funeral and burial private. Arrangements McCABE BROS INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KRONANDER PATRICIA L. (MORAN) ...
KRONANDER PATRICIA L. (MORAN) Age 66, surrounded by her family, on Monday, September 11, 2017, formerly of Brentwood. Loving wife of the late Carl A.; beloved mother of Stacey and Shawn Kronander; proud grandma of Brianna; daughter of the late Regis and Peg Moran; cherished sister of Kathee Zaken, Jean Mummert and Joan Moran; also survived by in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Sunday from 2-8 p.m., where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday morning at 8:45. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Diabetes Action Research and Education Foundation, 6701 Democracy Blvd., Suite 300, Bethesda, MD 20817. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORAN SYLVIA FERRARI AGE 89, O...
MORAN SYLVIA FERRARI Age 89, of Shaler Township, on September 7, 2017. Wife of the late William J., Jr.; mother of Pamela (Joel) Merrin, Virginia (John) Bonessi, and Norma (Carl) Medgaus; grandmother of Leah Ploetz, Colin, and Ian Merrin; Alaina Lantz, Matthew and Joseph Bonessi; and Connor, Alexa, and Nathan Medgaus; sister of the late Clinton, Paul, and Edward Ferrari and Josephine Vidt. Visitation Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Boulevard, Glenshaw. Service Tuesday 11 a.m. at Glenshaw Valley Presbyterian Church, 1520 Butler Plank Road, Glenshaw, PA 15116. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to the church. Please visit us at: www.neelyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRIEND SHARON M. (BAKER) AGE 6...
FRIEND SHARON M. (BAKER) Age 69, of Etna, on Monday, September 11, 2017. Wife of the late Raymond Friend, Sr.; loving mother of Ray Friend; beloved sister of Mary Ann (Richard) Klaus, Sandy (Frank) Grande, and Debbie (Joe) Schroat; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends received SUNDAY 2-9 p.m. at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 820 Main St., Sharpsburg, where services will be conducted Monday at 12 Noon. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEVENS RUTH AGE 65, PEACEFULL...
STEVENS RUTH Age 65, peacefully on September 3, 2017. Visitation Sunday, September 17, 2017, from 5 to 9 p.m. in the COSTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., 15206. Funeral service on Monday at 11 a.m. in the St. James AME Church, 444 Lincoln Ave., 15206. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COTTON JOSEPH R. ON FRIDAY, SE...
COTTON JOSEPH R. On Friday, September 15, 2017, Joseph R. Cotton. Beloved father of Alan Cotton, Laura (Larry) Ott, Arlene Guastella and Paul (Faye) Cotton; brother of Genevieve Shaffer and the late Vincent Cotton, Josephine Biggart, Anthony Cotton, Theresa Schneiderlochner and Andrew Cotton, Jr.; grandfather of Jennifer (Mike) Makary, Emily Ott, Jason Guastella, Marlene Guastella, John Cotton and Katie Cotton; great- grandfather of Riley and Rex; also many nieces and nephews. Joseph was a Korean War Veteran of the US Army and was a glazier with Local #751. He was also an avid golfer and bowler and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Friends received Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Monday, Church of the Assumption. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to American Diabetes Association, 100 W. Station Square Dr., #1900, Pgh., PA 15219 or to FARE-Food Allergy Research and Education, Teal Pumpkin Project, www.foodallergy.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REYNOLDS TERRY OF INDIANA TOWN...
REYNOLDS TERRY Of Indiana Township, formerly of Hudson Falls, NY, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2017, with his loving wife Teresa Nellans at his side. He was born in Glens Falls, NY on December 1, 1938, to Kenneth and Elizabeth Reynolds. Terry graduated from Hudson Falls High School and worked at Pride Motors dealership. He owned and operated the Wrought Iron Lounge. Upon moving to Pittsburgh, he opened an award winning landscape business. Terry passed his love of landscaping through teaching and working with others. He was a gifted landscape artist who worked tirelessly to actualize his vision. His backyard features all his own designs. Terry also loved cats, automobiles, and cooking. He was a gentle, joyous man. Survivors include his brother, David (Jeanine) of Hudson Falls. Terry has four children, Sherry (Mike) Cleveland of Kingsbury, NY, Mark (Ann) Reynolds of Glen Lake, NY, Catherine (Greg) Grossman of Williamsburg, VA, and Matt (Linda) Reynolds of Nashville, TN. He has seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Donations may be made to Hearing Loss Association of America: Pittsburgh Chapter, 826 Wheatland Circle, Bridgeville, PA 15017 or www.hlaa-pa.org click donate and in comments section write Pittsburgh Chapter in Terry's memory. Professional Services Trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., (Blawnox) www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HASAK EMMA T. (VARGYAS) OF WES...
HASAK EMMA T. (VARGYAS) Of West Mifflin, on September 14, 2017, age 97. Beloved wife of the late Joseph J. Hasak; mother of Joseph (Peggy) Hasak and James Hasak; sister of Dorothy Guerra and the late James Vargyas, Mildred Lang, and Martha Vargyas; grandmother of David (Shannon) Hasak, Denise (Bill) Mathey, and Robert (Nicole) Hasak; also survived by seven grandchildren. Friends received SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass, Monday, 10:00 a.m., Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EDWARDS ROSE (MARINO) SURROUND...
EDWARDS ROSE (MARINO) Surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, September 14, 2017, age 87, formerly of Hazelwood and Greenfield. Wife of the late Harold J. Edwards, and former wife of Robert P. Jenkins; daughter of the late Nicola and Antoinette (Capozzoli) Marino; loving mother of Robert F. Jenkins, Toni (Ed) Cleis, Patricia Jenkins, and Edward J. Jenkins; devoted Gram of Tracy, Dominic, Nichole, Ed, Jr., Cory, and Tyler; great-Gram of Jaclyn, Talia, Brenna, Dominique Bella, and Sophia; great-great-Gram of Aiden, Tristen, Jaxon, and L.J.; sister of Anthony (Linda) Marino, and the late Evelyn Martine, Arthur Marino, and Clara Colsen; also survived by numerous relatives and close friends. Friends will be received Sunday 2-8 p.m. in the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave. Funeral Monday at 9:15 a.m. followed by Funeral Mass in the St. Stephen Church at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to St. Stephen Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DIFATTA MARY ANN AGE 81, OF CH...
DIFATTA MARY ANN Age 81, of Cheswick, passed away Friday, September 15, 2017. Beloved wife for 62 years of Frank P. Difatta; mother of Cheryl Difatta, Frank Difatta, and Dominic (Kristen) Difatta; grandmother of Darrian Difatta, Shelley (Chad) Brumbaugh, Dante Difatta, Evan Weiser, and the late Melissa Difatta; sister of William Ace (Patricia) Fallon and the late Pat Finley. Mary Ann was a loving and dedicated wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. She loved her faith and being with family, friends, and customers of the family's produce business. She enjoyed music, fishing, hunting, traveling, and sports. Visitors will be received on Sunday, September 17, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BURKET - TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 10 a.m. September 18, 2017, Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, where she was a member. Donations may be made in her name to the MS Society of Western PA, 1501 Reedsdale St. #105, Cardello Building, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BLYZWICK JOSEPH J., JR. SUDDEN...
BLYZWICK JOSEPH J., Jr. Suddenly on Thursday, September 14, 2017, age 71, of West View. Beloved son of the late Joseph J., Sr. and Rose (Limmer) Blyzwick; brother of Natalie (and the late Jack) Weider. Family will welcome friends Sunday 2-6 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., where Blessing Service will be celebrated after visitation at 6 p.m. Joseph proudly served in the Army and enjoyed working on his classic cars and weekly car cruises with his friends. Family suggests memorial contributions in Joe's name to: American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37839, Boone, IA 50037-0839, to assist the hurricane victims in Texas and Florida. Please offer condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBINSON PASTOR LEROY, SR. REV...
ROBINSON PASTOR LEROY, Sr. Rev., age 80, Pastor of Christ Temple Apostolic Church, CEO Pgh. Brothern N.C., father of two; grandfather of four. Viewing from 10-11 a.m. Service to immediately follow at 11 a.m. Penn Hills Free Methodist Church, 715 Universal Rd. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CIOPPA CLYDELLA A. AGE 68, ON ...
CIOPPA CLYDELLA A. Age 68, on Friday, September 15, 2017, of Wilkins Twp., formerly of Jeanette and Rankin. Wife of the late Anthony J. Dee Dee Cioppa, Sr.; loving mother of Anthony T.J. (Brandi) Cioppa, Michael Cioppa and Jason (Jessica) Cioppa; sister of Paul Nichols and the late Ralph Buddy Nichols; cherished grandmother of Schyler, Anthony, Alayna, Brenden B.B., Taylor Rose, Trinity, Tierney, Ava and Veta; great-grandmother of Mariah. She will be missed by her nephews, nieces, brothers-in- law and sisters-in-law; and her extended family. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001 SUNDAY ONLY 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Good Shepherd Church, Braddock on Monday at Noon. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEYA ROBERT A. AGE 83, OF SHAL...
LEYA ROBERT A. Age 83, of Shaler Township, on September 14, 2017. Husband of Denise Counahan Leya; father of Robert D. (Jennifer), Kevin (Lisa), Shawn (Paula) Leya, Lynn (Doug) Moeller and Colleen (Greg) Barry; grandfather of Michael, Kara, Nicole, Brian, Anna, Shawn, Caelan, Katherine and Phillip; son of the late Robert R. and Catherine R. Leya; brother of Donald L. Leya (Eileen) and the late Patricia Conley (Tom); also many nieces and nephews. Mr. Leya took great pride in everything he did, from his family to gardening, he was also an avid sportsman. He will be greatly missed and was truly one of a kind. Visitation Sunday 12 noon until 6:00 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Boulevard, Glenshaw. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 11:30 a.m. at St. Bonaventure Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to Parkinson's Foundation, 575 Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15202. Please visit us at www.neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MITNIK ANNA T. (SAJNOVSKY) AV...
MITNIK ANNA T. (SAJNOVSKY) AVON ANNIE Of North Braddock and West Mifflin, age 96, on Thursday, September 14, 2017. Beloved wife of the late John Mitnik; dear friend of Cecelia and Ed Fisher. For 48 years, until retiring in 2000, Ann was a well-known sales representative for Avon products. Friends welcome on Sunday from 4-6 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, 412-824- 8800. Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart Church of Good Shepherd Parish on Monday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOHNSON GUSSIE, PH.D ON WEDNES...
JOHNSON GUSSIE, Ph.D On Wednesday, September 13, 2017, beloved husband of Elveta L. Johnson; father of Stephanie Rose (Tony Rose), Adrena Johnson, Doreen Smith and Ellyce Johnson; brother of Gertha Grinage, Elda Murray, Archie Johnson; and deceased brothers and sisters; also survived by twelve grandchildren; and four great- grandchildren. A U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, having served in the European Theatre of Operations, Dr. Johnson was an educator with the Pittsburgh Public Schools, starting his career as a math and science teacher before moving to administration. He was a middle school Principal until his retirement after 40 years with the district. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) on Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Tuesday in Shadyside Presbyterian Church at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTIN JEAN RUPANI AGE 82, OF ...
MARTIN JEAN RUPANI Age 82, of Bulger, died peacefully on Wednesday, September 13, 2017, in Pathways at The Residence at Willow Lane. She was born August 21, 1935, a daughter of the late Armando (Mando) and Elma Jouret Rupani; wife of the late George E. Martin, Jr.; and twin sister of the late June Rupani; beloved mother of Denise (Sam) Corcoran, Gregory L. (Linda) Martin, Sr. and Debra Martin (Franco Colaizzi); grandmother of Amanda Laverty, Lauren Corcoran (Shane) Emrich, Kelly Corcoran, Marcy Bender, Melissa Smithers, Monica LaRue, Gregory L. Martin II, and Gwendolyn Corbin; also 12 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; sister of Charles (Irene) Rupani, Sr.; sister-in-law of John F. Martin, William Martin and Ruth Skornicka. Friends will be received from 2-8 p.m. Sunday, September 17, 2017, in the TAUCHER FUNERAL HOME, 23 Erie Mine Road, Burgettstown. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Monday, September 18, 2017, in St. Ann Church, Bulger with the Rev. Bob Staszewski, pastor, as celebrant. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions may be made to St. Ann Church, 967 Grant St., Bulger, PA 15019 or Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601. For further information or to leave an online condolence, please visit: www. taucherfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SHUMAKER MARY LOU AGE 81, OF B...
SHUMAKER MARY LOU Age 81, of Bethel Park, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2017. She is survived by her beloved husband of 59 years, James E. Shumaker; son, Scott Shumaker; and sister, Dorothy Rhodes. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin R. and Lucille Pearson. She was formerly a teacher at Brentwood School District, and a devoted wife and mother. Private services have been entrusted to the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. Condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HENKEL HELEN C. (VARAS) ON WED...
HENKEL HELEN C. (VARAS) On Wednesday, September 13, 2017, Helen Varas Henkel, age 92, of Ingram. Beloved wife of the late Frank J. Varas and the late Raymond P. Henkel; dear mother of Theresa "Terry" (late Leonard) Varas-Anglin, Dianne (Chuck) Scott of Jacksonville, NC and Donna (Bill) Stayduhar; also six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren; preceded in death by brothers, James and Lawrence White; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER-STOVER INC., FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Ave., Crafton on Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 10 a.m. in Ascension Worship Site of St. Philip Church, 114 Berry St., Ingram, Pgh., PA 15205. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HOUY ALICE (LEICHER) ON THURSD...
HOUY ALICE (LEICHER) On Thursday, September 14, 2017, Alice (Leicher) Houy, of Bellevue, born June 20, 1928, in Pittsburgh, PA. Beloved wife of the late Ben L. Houy, Jr.; beloved mother of Richard (Maureen) Houy and the late Janet Ann Houy; daughter of the late Carl and Cora (Mitchell) Leicher; sister of Edward (Joan) Leicher, Harry (Peggy) Leicher, Carl (Mary Anne) Leicher, Jennifer (Clyde) Laughery, Barry (Dorothy Mae) Leicher, and the late Marie (Norman) Schlick and the late Lois (Robert) Krepp; stepdaughter of the late Hilda D. Leicher; aunt to many numerous nieces and nephews. Friends received Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue, where Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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