LAPKO VINCENT MICHAEL Age 33, of Munhall, on October 7, 2017. Loving son of Michael (Stacey) Lapko, of West Mifflin and Maureen (Killosky) Lapko; beloved father to Edward Milo, of FL; cherished brother to Maria C. (Tony Dasta) Lapko, of Munhall, Chelsea L. (Adam) Palyo, of Finleyville, formerly of West Mifflin, Taylor L. Lapko, of West Mifflin and Zachary M. Lapko, of West Mifflin; loving grandson of Lena (late Edward) Lapko, of Munhall and the late Michael and Mae Killosky; step-grandson of Carol (late Martin) Altschaffl, of Finleyville; also nieces, Ava and Sophia Dasta. Friends received on Wednesday 2-9 p.m. at GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall, 412-461-6394. Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Therese of Lisieux R.C. Church on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to The Carnegie Library of Munhall. Please share your memories and condolences at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RICCARDI FRANK AGE 93, OF WHIT...
RICCARDI FRANK Age 93, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 8, 2017. Born in Naples, Italy; beloved husband of the late Antonietta; son of the late Pasquale and Vita; father of Robert (Jane) and Gregory (Pamela); grandfather of Reed and Evan (Nazli). Also survived by sisters, Amelia and Luisa; and brothers, Vincenzo, Tonino, Rafaele and Eduardo, all of Naples. Past President of Lux Ornamental Iron Works, Inc. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Wednesday, October 11, 2017, from 1-4 and 6-8 p.m., where a Blessing Service will be held on Thursday morning at 10:30. The family would like to offer special thanks to the caring staff at Paramount Senior Living at South Hills for their compassionate care. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FEERST CHRISTINE A. AGE 69, OF...
FEERST CHRISTINE A. Age 69, of Verona, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 8, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Walter J. Feerst; loving mother of Dawn (Robert) Grasinger, Lisa (Don) Krawczyk, Joshua Frank, and Aaron Feerst; dear grandmother of Zachary and Adam Grasinger, Frankie Norr, and Natalee and Joshua Frank; great-grandmother of Jack, Henry, and a baby on the way. Friends will be received Thursday, October 12, 2017, from 10-11 a.m. at ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139 where a memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Please do not send flowers but if you so wish you may make a memorial contribution in Christine's name to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to: www.englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TROAN JOHN RETIRED EDITOR OF T...
TROAN JOHN Retired editor of The Pittsburgh Press (1967-83) died peacefully in his sleep on Saturday October 7, 2017, at the age of 99. Born August 23, 1918, in Jessup (Lackawanna County), PA, to Slavic immigrants Andrew and Veronica Troanovitch. His name was shortened for byline purposes by the Pittsburgh Press when he joined the paper directly out of college in 1939. Except for World War II service as an Enlisted Navy Correspondent on an aircraft carrier in the Pacific (two battle stars and a fleet commendation on board the Bon Homme Richard CV31) he spent his 44-year career with the Press and Scripps-Howard Newspaper alliance as a reporter, science editor, and Editor-in-Chief. A former President of the National Association of Science Writers, he was the only reporter to chronicle step-by-step development of the Salk polio vaccine from its conception to its successful conclusion, inclusive of history's largest field trial that proved it to be both safe and effective. As a reporter, he covered the Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Ford, and Carter administrations, as well as the US Space program from Vanguard through Apollo. All this, and more, he recounted in a 332-page memoir, Passport to Adventure Memoirs of a Twentieth Century News Correspondent and Science Writer, published in 2000 and republished in 2012 (Amazon). Mr. Troan was a Distinguished Alumnus of Penn State University, held an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Westminster College, and was also an honorary fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. At various times he served on the board of directors of the American Press Institute, the Buhl Planetarium, Carnegie Science Center, Center for Theater Arts, Central Blood Bank of Pittsburgh (co-founder), Children's Hospital, Civic Light Opera, Council for Advancement of Science Writing (co-founder), Duquesne Club, National Association of Science Writers, Penn State Alumni Council, Pittsburgh Press Club, Pittsburgh Symphony, Press Club of Western Pennsylvania (co-founder), Science Service, and World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, and patriarch to his wife of 73 years, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He fostered their dreams from the arts to the sciences, and always had a soft ear to listen. He enjoyed a long, fruitful, and healthy life, loved his occupation, and found something good in every person he met. He once said that, if more people looked, they'd find that every person has something to offer, you just have to listen to their story. He is survived by his daughter, Judy (Robert) Gelman, of McMurray, daughter, Mary Lou (Douglas) Satterfield, of Mount Lebanon, and son, Geoffrey (Amy) Troan, of Orlando, Florida. His wife, Varcey; and another son, Larry (Lesley) Troan, of Raleigh, North Carolina, predeceased him. Also surviving are eleven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. In accord with his wish, there will be no public viewing. Mass of Christian Burial at Saint Bernard Church, Mount Lebanon, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 11, 2017. Burial in Queen of Heaven Cemetery to follow. If so inclined, you may make a memorial contribution to either the Baptist Homes Foundation, 489 Castle Shannon Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15234 or to the Saint Bernard Angel Fund (for student scholarships), 311 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15216. LAUGHLIN CREMATION AND FUNERAL TRIBUTES. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GORDON-HUNT GAIL LOUISE AGE 70...
GORDON-HUNT GAIL LOUISE Age 70, of Beltzhoover, and formerly Broadhead Manor, went peacefully to the Lord October 7, 2017, in Scottsdale, AZ, while her most loyal friend, Coco, slept on her lap with her eldest daughter by her side. Gail was the daughter of the late Edmund Gordon and Corinthia (Stewart) Gordon. She was born May 2, 1947. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Madeline, Hope, and Kay and four brothers, Edmund, Thomas, Sr., Richard, Sr., and Joseph. She is survived by her sisters, Linda, Nancy, Paulette, Victoria, Vivian, and Diane, brothers, Rudy and Michael. Gail was a devoted mother and grandmother and is survived by her children, Daina, Teresa, and Richard, Jr.; and grandchildren Richard and Kennedy Jetter, Prestan and Havannah Gordon and James and Rose Hunt. Gail's life mission was to be in service to others. In her career as Director of Project 90, Inc., she was an advocate for education. She encouraged and supported inner city youth as they realized their potential and dreams for a college education. In recent years in Scottsdale, she was a ten year volunteer at the Virginia Piper Cancer Center. Everyone that met Gail made an instant friend. She was beautiful, warm, and loved time with friends and family. Her life was a blessing. She was loved beyond words. We will miss her forever. To continue Gail's mission, in lieu of flowers, please send donations in her name to 1Nation Mentoring's College Tour Fund at: 3414 Iowa St., Pgh., PA 15219. Friends received Saturday 10 a.m. - 12 Noon with Memorial Service at 1 p.m. at the JAMES J. BARRY, JR. FUNERAL HOME, INC., 608 E. Warrington Ave., Pgh., PA 15210. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DANIELS WILLIAM BILL AGE 91,...
DANIELS WILLIAM BILL Age 91, of Sewickley, passed away comfortably with his family at his side on Sat., Oct. 7, 2017. Bill is survived by his wife of 65 years, Marian Babe Gerlach. Daniels is also survived by his three sons, Bill (Jean), Bob (Regina), and Dan (the late Susan) Daniels; four grandchildren, David, Sean, Kelly, and Lindsey. Bill was born in McKees Rocks Bottoms the youngest of eight children to George and Catherine Daniels. He served in the Navy from 1944-1946 during WWII and upon completion of his Military Obligation attended Slippery Rock University under the GI Bill. He became the first and only member of his family to get a College Degree. Bill came home after graduation and started his 35 year career as a High School Teacher and Coach at McKees Rocks High, and later he held similar positions for Neville Island and Avalon High Schools. His players would remember that he seldom raised his voice and did his very best to set an example for them of good sportsmanship. During retirement Bill loved spending time with his grandkids, golfing with his buddies from Church and taking trips to Deep Creek, New England, and the National Parks with his wife and family. Bill was always up for an adventure but he also enjoyed the simple things in life like dutifully chauffeuring Babe around on frequent local shopping trips, heartily laughing at jokes from his favorite sister-in-law, Ann, proudly watching his sons play sports, patiently teaching his grandkids how to water ski and routinely finishing off each day with a smile on his face after devouring a big bowl of vanilla ice cream. He also served as an Elder for the Kenmawr U.P. Church and enjoyed frequently running into his many former students and players throughout the Pittsburgh area who always seemed just as happy to see him. His ever-present smile and bright blue eyes will be missed by everyone who knew him. Per Family Wishes Services will be private for Bill. Arrangements by COPELAND SEWICKLEY FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEAUMONT JAMES JIMMY AGE 76,...
BEAUMONT JAMES JIMMY Age 76, died unexpectedly October 7, 2017, at UPMC McKeesport. Born on October 21, 1940, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Charles and Kathryn (Blank) Beaumont and the husband of Ann Carol (Tate) Beaumont. Jimmy was the lead singer and music composer of the legendary Pittsburgh music group the Skyliners. In 1958, Jimmy Beaumont and the Skyliners became active on the music scene, and were best known for their 1959 hit "Since I Don't Have You." They also hit the Top 40 music charts with "This I Swear" and "Pennies From Heaven," as well as many other recordings. Jimmy Beaumont and the Skyliners continued to entertain with their distinct harmonies up until present day. The Skyliners were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2002, and the Pittsburgh Rock'N Roll Legends Award was presented in 2016. Jimmy touched the heart and soul of many generations with his gift of music and he will be deeply missed by all. In addition to his wife, Ann Carol, he is survived by his children, Stacey (Keith) Schork, of White Oak and Christina (Scott) Shank, of Penn Twp.; grandchildren, Caleb and McKenna Schork, Brandyn, Evyn, and Ethyn Shank; as well as many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at the JAYCOX-JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, on Wednesday, October 11, 2017, from 2 - 9 p.m. and Thursday, October 12, 2017, from 2 - 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 13, 2017, 10 a.m., at Corpus Christi Church, Fr. Steve Palsa will be the celebrant. Committal will follow in New St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, a charity that was dear to his heart. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRABOWSKI MARJORIE E. (HEERMAN...
GRABOWSKI MARJORIE E. (HEERMANN) Age 84, of Shaler Twp., born in Etna, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Joseph E. Grabowski; loving mother of Mark (Denise) Grabowski of Bailey, CO, and Beth (Scott) Hastings of O'Hara Twp.; proud grandmother of Kyle Grabowski, Brady Grabowski, and Scott Hastings; sister of Marion Baldauf and Florence Emmett; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Marjorie was the past president of Chalfont House Evening Club and a member of Glenshaw Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be held privately. A Funeral Service will be held in Glenshaw Presbyterian Church, Glenshaw, on Thursday at 12 noon. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Hope Hospice, 3356B Babcock Blvd., Pgh., PA 15237. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CALLOWAY HAROLD T. OF WEST MIF...
CALLOWAY HAROLD T. Of West Mifflin, age 93, on Sunday, October 8, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Mary C. Calloway; loving father of Dawna (Derek) Rollins, of GA and Harold T. Calloway II, of West Mifflin; dear grandfather of Thomas and Jason McClain; great-grandfather of Maveryk McClain; brother of the late Edith Nicholson and the late Earl Calloway. Harold is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Harold was a WWII Navy veteran. After WWII, he attended Indiana State Teachers College (now IUP) and later completed three years of training in interior decorating at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. In 1955, Harold became the first African-American to become a member of the AFL Painters Local #458 and secured employment with the Allegheny County Housing Authority. He rose to a Manager position with the Authority after earning his Bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh, from where he retired 30 years ago. Harold was a multi-talented man and designed and built his home with his own hands and sweat. He loved to read, enjoyed hunting and fishing, and he was an expert photographer, while even developing his own photos. Harold was also a gifted artist and used canvas and brush to paint abstracts, stills, and portraits. Friends welcome Thursday from 3-7 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, 412-824-8800, where a Blessing Service will be held on Friday at 12 noon. Harold will then be laid to rest with Military Honors in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COOPER MARY ELLEN AGE 91, FOR...
COOPER MARY ELLEN Age 91, formerly of Mt. Lebanon and Mt. Washington. Passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 8, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence C. Cooper; devoted mother of Cathy M. (Bill) Reed, Harry P. (Sue) Cooper, and the late Kevin Cooper; grandmother of Michael (Nicole) Reed, Kelly Reed, Audra (Tom) Horton, Shawn (Amanda) Cooper, Tony Sonnelitner, and Darci Richardson; great-grandma to M.J., Finley, Annabell, Killian, Ethan, Courtney, Ashlyn, Peyton, and Colin. Services and Interment are private. Family suggests contributions to the Alzhheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Avenue, Suite E. 201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Services entrusted to WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SVC. www.slaterfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DONATELLI MILDRED IRENE (DESAB...
DONATELLI MILDRED IRENE (DeSABATO) Mildred was born April 23, 1926, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2017, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul A. and Lena (Ricci) DeSabato and her five brothers, Herman, Alfred, Victor, Edward and Eugene DeSabato. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Victor J. Donatelli and is survived by her three children, Dr. Herman (Mary) Donatelli of Atlanta, GA, Maureen (Sam) Cory of Palm Beach, FL and Dr. John (Susan) Donatelli of North Liberty, IA. She was the loving grandmother of nine grandchildren, Wendy Vick, Dale Donatelli, Sam (Theresa) Cory, Gina (Dr. Juan) Suarez, Jill (Kevin) Calefate, Dr. Christopher Donatelli, Matthew Donatelli, Dr. Jenna (Dr. Scott) Seaman, and David (Charlotte) Donatelli. She dearly loved her 11 great- grandchildren, Ryan, Megan, Anna and Landon Vick, Sammy III and Carly Cory, Lily Saurez, Olivia and Cory Calefate, Sophia and John Paul Seaman. She was Aunt Millie to numerous beloved nieces and nephews who also brightened her life. Mildred was raised in Immaculate Conception Parish and graduated from Schenley HS in 1944. She and Victor were married in 1947 and were together for 68 years at the time of his death in 2015. She was a very proud and patriotic member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Morningside VFW Post #3945 and a member of St. Raphael Parish. She has recently spent time living in Pittsburgh, Atlanta, and Palm Beach with each of her children and enjoying her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. In April 2017 she relocated to assisted living at Brown Deer Place in Coralville, IA and was a very happy and popular resident there. Her family wishes to thank the staff at Brown Deer Place for their friendly and gentle care of Mildred during her time there. We would also like to thank the doctors and staff of the Iowa Hospitals and Clinics who managed her final days in a most skillful and caring manner. Friends received Thursday, October 12, 2017, 1-8 p.m. at the WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC, 4730 Friendship Ave. Funeral on Friday, October 13, 2017, at 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Raphael Church at 11:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FREEMAN BETTY SARAH ELIZABET...
FREEMAN BETTY SARAH ELIZABETH Age 92, born on June 19, 1925, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2017. She was the daughter of the late James I. and Sarah E. Barnes, and wife of the late James E. Freeman. She was the mother of two sons, Wayne (Kim) Freeman and Lloyd (Jill) Freeman. She has four grandchildren, Jeremy (Jaclyn) Freeman, Lauren (Bill) Metz, Erin (Matt Moyer) Freeman and Ethan Freeman. She was great-grandmother to Justin Freeman, Liam Metz, and Aubrey Metz. She is survived by her brother, Robert Bob Barnes, age 90; and six nephews and extended family. Also preceding her was her brother, Robert Bob Barnes, Jr.; two sisters-in-law, Virginia Barnes and Edna Barnes; and a niece, Chris Barnes. Most of her life, she was a resident of Neville Island and she was a graduate of Neville High School. She was a member of the Kenmawr Christian Church and a Sunday school teacher for many years. She was a member of the Eastern Star and Daughter of the Nile. She was an avid sports fan, Steelers, Pirates, Penguins and a game show fanatic. Visitation Friday 6-8 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. until time of service at 12 p.m. at COPELAND'S CORAOPOLIS, 867 Fifth Ave. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Family suggests donations in her name, if desired, to the American Diabetes Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILLIAMS MICHAEL M. ON WEDNESD...
WILLIAMS MICHAEL M. On Wednesday, October 4, 2017. Michael, age 67, of Wilmerding, formerly of Utica, NY, passed away. Beloved husband of Grace Williams; loving father of Carlen, Claudet, Charlotte, Carlos Hage; brother of Hattie Chandler; also survived by seven stepchildren; 28 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren; three nephews; one great-niece and 11 great-nephews. Michael was a US Marine serving in the Vietnam War. He retired from the US postal service. No Visitation. Service Friday October 13, 2017, 11 a.m. in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with full military honors. Arrangements by the JAMES F. KUTCH FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY, 433 Lincoln Hwy., East McKeesport, PA 15035, 412-823-4054. www.kutchfuneralhome.org Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCCLELLAND LOGAN RAE AGE 24, O...
McCLELLAND LOGAN RAE Age 24, of McKees Rocks, unexpectedly on Saturday, October 7, 2017. She was born on September 23, 1993, a daughter of Teri Susan Zielinski, of Imperial and the late Shawn McClelland. A graduate of the Montour High School, she was currently persuing a degree in Nursing from CCAC and worked at the Chartiers Country Club. Surviving in addition to her mother, are her two children, Nathan and Madison McClelland; brothers, Brock, of Coraopolis and Brad McClelland, of McKees Rocks; maternal grandmother, Christeana Zielinski, of Burgettstown; fiancé, Leo Satler; aunts and uncles, Tina Marie Barry, Michael and Vincent Zielinski, Jr., and Tomya Turkily; and several great-aunts, great-uncles, and cousins. Deceased in addition to her father, are her paternal grandparents, Dick and Patricia McClelland; maternal grandfather, Vincent Zielinski, Sr.; an uncle, Cornell McClelland; and her dog, Kelly. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. on Thursday in the LEE & MARTIN FUNERAL HOME, 73 Highland Avenue, Burgettstown, where services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 13, 2017. Memorial donations may be made to her family in care of the funeral home. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BELCHICK DAVID ALOYSIUS OF NO...
BELCHICK DAVID ALOYSIUS Of North Versailles, born July 3, 1941, age 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 10, 2017, at Locust Grove Memory Care in West Mifflin, PA. The true joy of Dave's life was his beloved wife, Kathy. They were married for 45 years until she passed away December 7, 2009. Dave's other greatest joys were his parents, his wife's parents, his children and his grandchildren, and many close friends and neighbors - all who loved him dearly. He grew up in Wilmerding, attended Westinghouse High School, played semi-pro baseball, and served in the United States Army as a telecommunications specialist and marksman during the Vietnam War. He spent his life's career and retired from Prudential Insurance Company, achieving accolades for million-dollar policy sales. Dave was a faithful member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport, serving as Parish Council President and a devout member of the Men's Club (including as President). He and his wife belonged to bowling leagues and traveled to competitions-Dave bowling two perfect 300 games and receiving many trophies and winnings. He enjoyed taking trips to the beach with his family, spending time with his in-laws, golfing with his sons and friends, listening to Stevie Wonder and oldies music, watching favorite movies, Star Wars, Singin' in the Rain, James Bond, and wartime films, musicals, West Side Story and Music Man, favorite television show M.A.S.H., reading Harry Potter books, being a fan of Pittsburgh professional and Pitt sports teams, cheering on his grandsons playing baseball, visiting his sisters and their children, raising dogs, hunting and camping, owning a '57 Chevy as his first car, and telling silly jokes. His smile and his warm heart touched many lives. Son of the late Andrew and Elizabeth (Popovich) Belchick; beloved husband of the late Kathleen Alice (Krah) Belchick; and father of David Belchick, Marci Belchick, Thomas and his wife, Emily (Goldstrohm) Belchick and Sara (Belchick) Virostek and her husband, Jason; cherished 'Pops' of Raymond, Ryan, Elizabeth, Abigail, Emma; and 'Pop-Pops' of Davienne. He is survived by his sister, Annette Yarnell; and nieces, Crystal (and daughters), Daneen (Tim Kunz and sons), and Kerri (and daughters); sister, Marian Winners (John); and nephew, Johnny; brother-in-law, Bernard Krah (Barbara); and nephew, Brian and daughter; sister-in-law, Bernadette Ogurchak; niece, Alissa and children; nephew, Michael; sister-in-law, Gladys (Chuck) Myers; and niece, Lesley Busch; cousins, George Popovich, Susie Popovich (Carmon Rinehart and daughters), John and Shirley Simko; Azinger family, Mainwaring family, Martz family and Menas family. Family and friends welcome Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Avenue at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Robert Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. David will be laid to rest with Military Honors in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Suite E-201, 1100 Liberty Ave., Pgh., PA 15222 or www.alz.org/pa/. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AUGUSTINE ROSALIE R. ROSALIE, ...
AUGUSTINE ROSALIE R. Rosalie, age 87, of McDonald, Robinson Twp., died Monday, October 9, 2017. She is survived by her husband, James E. Augustine; daughters, Debra Miller and Sandra Toulouse; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Elaine Richard; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother, August Richard. Friends will be received Thursday 2-8 p.m. in the THOMAS -LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 314 W. Lincoln Avenue, McDonald, (724-926-2800). A Funeral Service will be held at the Irons Memorial Presbyterian Church on Friday at 12 Noon. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Interment will follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Please see the full obituary at thomas-littlefuneralservice.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GARITEE JEAN K. AGE 88, OF PEN...
GARITEE JEAN K. Age 88, of Penn Hills, on Monday, October 9, 2017. Beloved wife of 67 years to the late Charles Garitee; loving mother of Elizabeth Garitee, Rebecca (Charles) Woods, Jennifer (Jay) Wilson, Barbara (John) Humphrey and the late Charles, Jr. (Barbara); grandmother of Chelsea and Corbin Woods, Christopher and Juliana Garitee, Sarah, Meghan, and Kaylee Wilson, and Olivia and Alexandra Humphrey. Jean, born Regina Hildegarde Klosterman on March 2, 1929, in Cumberland, MD, was the youngest of eight children and twin sister to Jack. She was also an Aunt and Great-Aunt to many nieces and nephews. She will be remembered as a devoted homemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother. Her family fondly recalls her love for baking, cooking, and involvement in her children's activities. Jean served as the President of the Junior Women's Club of North Apollo. She enjoyed being active in her community, bowling, playing cards and bingo. Friends received Thursday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD. / ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, where Jean was an active member. Interment in Plum Creek Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KLEM MARCELLA SMOLA AGE 91, OF...
KLEM MARCELLA SMOLA Age 91, of Ross Twp., on Oct. 9, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Frank Klem; loving mother of Janet M. Brown; sister of the late Frank Smola, George Smola, Marie Wolfson, and Dorothy Stanislaus. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. No Viewing. Friends and family are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Aloysius Church on Friday at 11 a.m. Marcy worked at Betsy Ann Candies for 37 years and was a loving wife and mother. In lieu of flowers, donations to Passavant Hospital Foundation, 9100 Babcock Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237 or Good Samaritan Hospice, 3500 Brooktree Rd., Ste. 320, Wexford, PA 15090. Arrangements by SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, West View. www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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POPOVICH CHUN OK AGE 69, OF BE...
POPOVICH CHUN OK Age 69, of Bethel Park, on October 6, 2017. Loving wife of 47 years to Lawrence; cherished mother of Christine; adoring grandmother of Joshua Ryan; treasured sister, aunt, cousin and friend of many. Visitation Thurs. from 4-8 p.m. at BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., 600 Dunster St., Pgh., PA 15226. Mass Fri. at 11 a.m. in St. Germaine Church, 7003 Baptist Rd., Bethel Park, PA 15102. 412-343-1506 or ballfc.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUBACKY CAROL V. (HOLZ) OF ROS...
RUBACKY CAROL V. (HOLZ) Of Ross Twp. on Monday, October 9, 2017. Wife of the late George B. Rubacky; loving mother of Nicole Poole (Russell); sister of the late Shirley Wackowski; proud grandmother of Emma Poole, Connor Weid, Jayden, Hunter, Richard and R.J. Poole; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills, where a Blessing Service will be held Saturday 11 a.m. immediately following graveside service at Mt. Royal Cemetery. Please go to www.devlinfuneralhome.com to view this tribute or make an online condolence. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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