FRANKO RONALD J. Age 74, of South Park, passed away on October 19, 2017. Beloved husband of 49 years to Mary; loving father of Ronald, Jr., Christine (Jeff) Bywalski, and Catherine (Ron) Leonetti; cherished "Papa" of Tyler, Sam, Ryan, and Lauren; brother of Richard Franko. Ronald served in Vietnam as an Army S/Sgt. He loved to play golf and spent his spare time at home repairing old lawn equipment in summer, and he enjoyed sitting on the front porch with his feet propped up on the railing. Family and friends will be received on Sunday from 1-3 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at Nativity Catholic Church, 5811 Curry Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Interment to follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. Online condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRANKO RONALD J. AGE 74, OF SO...
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GALANTE ELLEN G. (BRAHLER) ON ...
GALANTE ELLEN G. (BRAHLER) On Thursday, October 19, 2017, Ellen G. Galante (Brahler), of Emsworth, beloved wife of the late Salvatore A. Sam Galante; loving mother of Salvatore (Karen) Galante, Louis (Carolyn) Galante and Lorraine (Tony) Pecora; grandmother of Salvatore, Michael, Stephani, Jacquelyn, Louis, Joseph, Steven, Nicholas, Veronica, Rebecca and Dominic; great-grandmother of Jace, Carly and Kelsey; preceded in death by her brothers, Louis and Raymond; and sisters, Johanna and Lorraine. Ellen was retired from Holy Family, longtime member of Sacred Heart Church and Ladies Auxiliary, as well as various other clubs and community organizations. Friends received Sunday 12 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the McDONALD - LINN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE, LLC, 529 California Ave., Avalon, PA 15202. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 10:30 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church, Emsworth. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET IN CHURCH MONDAY MORNING AT 10:30. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Good Samaritan Hospice, 146 Neely School Rd., Wexford, PA 15090. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at www.mcdonald-linn.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEATTY ANTOINETTE TONI (VUKO...
BEATTY ANTOINETTE TONI (VUKOTICH) Age 92, formerly of Penn Hills, died peacefully on Thursday, October 19, 2017, at Asbury Heights. Beloved wife of the late Charles Vukotich and the late William K. Beatty; loving mother of Charles (Janet) Vukotich, Jr.; loving stepmother of William H. Beatty; grandmother of Charles Vukotich III (Alexis Papalia); and a second mother to niece, Mary (Bill) Barnhardt; and friend, Cathy Gottshalk. Special thanks to the staff of Asbury Heights for the excellent care that they provided over the last two and a half years. Visitation Monday 2-7:30 p.m. at WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Road at Rodi Road, Penn Hills, followed by Liturgy of Christian Burial without Mass 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Private Interment. Memorial Mass Friday 1:30 p.m. at Hickman Chapel, Asbury Heights, 700 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions may be made in memory of Toni Beatty to the Asbury Foundation, 700 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CROMBIE MARGARET T. PEGGY (S...
CROMBIE MARGARET T. PEGGY (SHANAHAN) Age 85, passed peacefully on Thursday, October 19, 2017, formerly of Swissvale. Devoted wife of the late George Carlin Crombie; loving mother of Susan M. (Robin) Walter, of Brownsburg, IN, Thomas G. (Trisha) Crombie, of Naples, FL, Erin M. Crombie, of Point Breeze, and Mary Beth (John) Hoffman, of Murrsyville, PA; cherished nuna of Sean (Heather), Carlin, Nick, Brydie, Gracey, Rosie, Natalie, and Lily; dear sister of Catherine Welsh, Joann Talerico, and Charles Shanahan, and the late Mary Agnes Harrington and George Shanahan; also many loving nieces and nephews. Peggy danced her way into everyone's heart. She spread love and laughter to all those she met. Her grace, class, and love will transcend time. Friends received Sunday 1-8 p.m. at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial in Word of God Church, Monday 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to The Red Door St. Mary's of Mercy, 202 Stanwix St., Pgh., PA 15222 or Alzheimer's Association of Pittsburgh, 1106 Liberty Ave., Suite E. 201, Pgh., PA 15222. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MURPHY JOSEPH FORMERLY OF BEN ...
MURPHY JOSEPH Formerly of Ben Avon, on Thursday, October 19, 2017, Mr. Murphy was the beloved son of the late Joseph Patrick and Ethel M. Davis Murphy; brother of Patricia Murphy of Harmar Twp., Lois M. Lewis (David) of Shaler Twp., and the late Betty Lewis, Jack Murphy; also survived by nieces and nephews. Celebrate Mr. Murphy's life with his family on Monday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rte. 8, Shaler Twp., where services will be held on Monday at 10:30 a.m. The family respectfully requests donations be made to United Cerebral Palsy, 1501 Ardmore Blvd. #102, Pittsburgh, PA 15221. Leave condolences at .permanfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUBIN GERALD L. "JERRY" ON TUE...
RUBIN GERALD L. "JERRY" On Tuesday, October 17, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Ethel Rubin; companion of Lois Waldman; devoted father of Shirley (Sandy) Goppman and Ronna Rubin; brother of the late Rheda Saxe; loving grandfather of Steven and Gina Goppman; also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Jerry was grateful for the care provided by Home Instead as well as Danielle from the JAA. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Sunday, October 22, 2017, at 1 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to services, (12 Noon - 1 p.m.). Interment Adath Jeshurun Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Riverview Towers, 52 Garetta Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. www.schugar.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEPCIC JAMES G. AGE 85, OF LIB...
SEPCIC JAMES G. Age 85, of Liberty Borough, died Thursday, October 19, 2017. He was born March 3, 1932, in Braddock and was the son of the late Stephen and Milka "Mildred" Krajacic Sepcich. He was a member of the Liberty Presbyterian Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars, The US Navy Memorial Association, American Legion, D.A.V., V.F.W., Croatian Federation of America, and was a former Liberty Borough Volunteer Fire Fighter. James was a US Navy Veteran of the Korean War. He served on the Battleship New Jersey. For his service, he received the National Defense Medal, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, and the China Service Medal. He was retired from the US Steel Edgar Thompson Works. He was the loving husband of Peggy Page Comer Sepcic; devoted father of Laura Ann Mierow, of Wauwatosa, WI, Christine Marie Napotnik, of Gibsonia, Rebecca S. (Lee) Miller, of Phoenix, AZ, Robert G. Neal and Stephen L. Neal, of North Huntingdon, and James D. Neal, of White Oak; compassionate "Pap Pap" of Aubrianna and Georgena Mierow, Adam Napotnik, Ryan Polito, Ashlee Miller, Robert G. Neal, Jr., and Stephen L. Neal, Jr.; beloved brother of Elizabeth Basista, of FL; and had many great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, Joseph, brothers, John, Larry, and Charles, and sisters, Barbara, Mary, Katherine, and Rosella. Friends are welcome Sunday, October 22, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8:00 p.m. at the GILBERT FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, (412) 672-6322, Troy J. Gilbert, Director. Service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, October 23, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. Entombment with Military Honors will follow in the Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, Inc., North Huntingdon. Memorial contributions may be made to Liberty Presbyterian Church at (412) 673-2235 or The US Navy Memorial Association at (202) 380-0760. Condolences may be made at gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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YATES ANN AGE 84, OF HAZELWOOD...
YATES ANN Age 84, of Hazelwood, on Tuesday, October 17, 2017. Wife of the late John Shoes Yates; mother of Judy (Jim) McLaughlin and Kathi (Thomas) Yates-Warren; loving Missy of Jessie Johns; sister of the late Ceil Shuback. The family would like to thank Heartland Hospice and ManorCare-Greentree for the care and compassion shown to Ann. Visitation on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the ELMER L. HERMAN FUNERAL HOME, 5204 2nd Ave., Hazelwood. Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 11:30 a.m. in St. Stephen Parish. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DILLON RICHARD E. SAM OF BET...
DILLON RICHARD E. SAM Of Bethel Park, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2017, at the age of 83. Born in Pittsburgh on January 12, 1934 to parents Harry Weimer Dillon and Alberta Christner Snively Dillon. He worked as a steamfitter for the Pittsburgh City School Board and was a member of the Steamfitter Union, Local #449. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife Nancy L. (Davies) Dillon; his sister, Sally (Dillon) Kennedy; and his faithful Irish Setter, Devil. Sam is survived by his brother, Harry Sonny Dillon; his four sons and daughters- in-law, Richard L. "Sam" (Alice), Thomas W. (Laura), James S. (Lorie) and Todd C. (Carol); his eight grandchildren, Kaitlin Rankin (Bryan), Connor, Shey, Emma, Maggie, Thomas, Luke and Holly Dillon; and two great-grandchildren, Linnea and Wyatt Rankin. Sam was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan who followed the Steelers and Pirates for over 60 years. He coached youth baseball regularly when his sons were of age, and in 1972 led his Ruthfred Lutheran Mustangs to an undefeated season. He also loved fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. Visitation Saturday, October 28, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road (RT 88), Library, where a service will follow at 12:30 p.m. Interment in Bethel Cemetery. davidhenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ELLIS LUKE C., JR. AGE 95, PE...
ELLIS LUKE C., Jr. Age 95, peacefully on Thursday, October 19, 2017, of Carrick. Beloved husband of 72 years to Ruth (Dehn); loving father of Darlene Dionisio, Elaine (Sam) Thurner and Eileen Papariella; proud grandfather of Erica (Thomas) Zaritski, Jennifer Dionisio, Billy (Samantha) Thurner, Michael Thurner, Amber (Chris ) Haines, Joseph (Lisa) Papariella and Amy (Paul) Riskus; great-grandfather of Hannah, Tommy, Luke, Gracie, Shane, Alana, Casey, Jordan, Cailey, Alexis, Tyler, and Crosby; brother of Patricia Brady, Betty Mosley and the late Margaret Maleck and William Ellis. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Sunday, October 22, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Monday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Basil Church at 10:30 a.m. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FOSTER JAMES G. JIMMY AGE 53...
FOSTER JAMES G. JIMMY Age 53, of McKees Rocks, passed peacefully with family by his side, on Thursday, October 19, 2017. Beloved son of Donald D. Foster and Kathleen A. (Mazurek) Foster; dear brother of Donna Kay Foster and Douglas E. (Michelle) Foster; uncle of Jacob, Nicklas and Kemper. Family and friends received 2:00 8:00 p.m. SUNDAY at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp. Mass of Christian Burial 2:00 p.m. MONDAY in Holy Trinity Polish National Catholic Church. Burial to follow in the church cemetery. www.mcdermottfh.com Sendcondolencespost-gazette.com/gb
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MONTGOMERY THELMA L. BORN IN C...
MONTGOMERY THELMA L. Born in Campbell, Ohio, August 27, 1931 October 15, 2017, made her transition peacefully with her darling daughter, Darlene attending to her, when the Lord called her home to be with him. She was the wife of the late Oliver R. Montgomery, Sr., the love of her life. The mother of Darlene, Howard, Rev. Brenda, Oliver, Jr. (Barbara), and Edwin (LeSans); grandmother of Regina (Aaron), Lamont (Minnie), Brian, Oliver III (a.k.a. Randy) and Eve; great- grandmother, Jai, Aaronnia, Gia, Skyler, Hunter and Caesar; brothers-in-law, Robert B. Montgomery, Richard E. Montgomery and Charles A. (Gwendolyn) Montgomery, Sr.; a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. THE HOUSE OF LAW FUNERAL HOME, INC. has been entrusted with her final arrangements. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017, at the House Of Law, Inc. from 2:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. The Home Going Celebration will be held at St. James AME Church, 444 Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206 at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 23, 2017. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PILOT JOSEPH S. AGE 81, OF MUN...
PILOT JOSEPH S. Age 81, of Munhall, PA surrounded by family, Joe passed away on Monday, October 16, 2017. Born in Rankin, PA, he was the son of the late George and Helen Pilot. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Michael, John, George; and sister, Ann. He was also preceded in death by his infant son, John Anthony Pilot. Beloved husband of 38 years to Lillian Toots Pilot; loving father of Michele Pilot Thomas (Michael), John Joseph Pilot and Wendy McCaig (the late Stan); loving grandfather of Trevor Michael Thomas, Mia Louise Thomas, Kim Lesser and Paul Lesser; cherished uncle of Michael Pilot (Adrienne), Jeanne Pilot Rothenbueler (John), Steven Pilot, Kim Pilot McVaney, Margaret Pilot Patterson Chase (David), Gregory Pilot; and many great-nephews and nieces. Friend of Mary Louise and Carmen Marcelli. Joe was a graduate of Rankin High School and upon graduation, received a football scholarship to attend Clemson University where he participated and played in the Orange and Sugar Bowls. He loved all things sports related and enjoyed being a high school football, basketball and track coach, an administrator, and above all, a teacher whose career spanned over 31 years with the Homestead and Steel Valley School Districts. Joe also served in the US Army Reserve and Air National Guard. If desired, memorial contributions may be made in Joe's name in memory of his son, John Anthony Pilot to the McGuire Home, 2119 Mercer Road, New Brighton, PA 15066. A private interment service was held at All Saints Cemetery in Braddock Hills, PA Arrangements entrusted to GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., (412-461-6394), Munhall, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHLECHT FANNIE E. FANNIE E. S...
SCHLECHT FANNIE E. Fannie E. Schlecht, former longtime Monroeville resident, has died at the age of 97 after a reoccurrence of breast cancer. She was one of 11 children to Charles and Rachael Werner of Mars, PA. Fannie was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, Reinhold (Rinie) Schlecht; her daughter Linda Myers of Virginia, and nine brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Becky Wagner and son-in-law, Howard of Girard, PA; her son, Russell Schlecht and daughter-in-law, Jane of Roswell, Georgia; her sister, Mary Marburger of Evan City; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and 54 nieces and nephews. She was an active member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Monroeville for over 50 years. A memorial service will be held at Good Shepherd on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the church in her name. Arrangments entrusted to JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. www.jobefuneralhome.com Sendcondolencespost-gazette.com/gb
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MINOR JOHN F. OF PITTSBURGH, P...
MINOR JOHN F. Of Pittsburgh, passed away suddenly on October 17, 2017. Loving husband of Jeanette Minor; devoted father of Gail (Steven) Henderson and Marva James; father-in-law of the late Arthur James; beloved brother of Madeline Lampkin; also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family, and friends. Viewing Sunday 6-8 p.m. at RAPP FUNERAL HOME, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pgh., PA 15235. Services will be held at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church, 271 Paulson Ave., Pgh., PA 15206, Monday at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WAGELEY EDMUND LEE, SR. AGE 77...
WAGELEY EDMUND LEE, Sr. Age 77, of Baldwin Boro, passed away surrounded by his loving family on October 16, 2017. Edmund is survived by his beloved wife, Arlene Wageley; two sons, Edmund (Tiffany) Wageley, Jr. and Mike (Tracy) Wageley; grandchildren, Angela, Michael, and Anna; sister, Marcella Conderato; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anna Wageley and Charles Wageley. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. Family and friends will be received on Monday, October 23, 2017, 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Funeral Ceremony will be held Tuesday, October 24, 2017, 11:30 a.m. at the Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made, in the Wageley name, to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KNOLL AGNES (RISKO) AGE 98, OF...
KNOLL AGNES (RISKO) Age 98, of Marietta, GA, formerly of North Side. On Sunday, October 15, 2017; beloved wife of the late Anthony; mother of Leslie Ann (Robert) O'Donnell, William B. (Susan) and Anthony F. (Lenora) Knoll; grandmother of Bethany (Larry) Leins, Marcy Knoll, Mariah (Dean) Scalise, Kathleen O'Donnell, Robert (Heather) O'Donnell and Casey Knoll; also seven great- grandchildren. Daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth Risko; sister of Sophie Burnell and Nick Risko. Preceded in death by five sisters. She was a retired co-owner of Knoll's Dairy Store on Perrysville Ave. and a longtime volunteer at Northside Common Ministries Food Bank. Friends received 4-8 p.m. SUN. ONLY at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave., at Davis Ave. Funeral Divine Liturgy in Holy Ghost Byzantine Catholic Church Monday 10 a.m. Parastas 7 p.m. Sun. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Holy Ghost Byzantine Catholic Church, 1437 Superior Ave., Pgh., PA 15212 or Sisters of St. Joseph, 1020 W. State St., Baden, PA 15005. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HOWARD BEVERLEY D. (SCHOMBERT)...
HOWARD BEVERLEY D. (SCHOMBERT) Beverley, as part of the Greatest Generation, proudly served her country in the U.S. Army Air Corp during WWII as Corporal. Born on Christmas Day in 1923 in Springdale, PA, and promptly placed under the Christmas Tree, as a surprise for her brothers who preceded her in death, Jack and George Schombert, she was the daughter of the late Thomas John and Sarah Elizabeth (Yaste) Schombert. Beverley passed on Thursday, October 19, 2017, at Good Samaritan Hospice House at the age of 93. She was the cherished mother of Carol Howard and Thomas Howard, with whom she made her home in Moon Township since 1972, formerly of Robinson Township. Beverley was well loved aunt to twins, Jane Bozza, of St. Simons Island, GA and John (Linda) Schombert, of Coraopolis; and great-aunt of Kevin (Rene) Schombert and Janelle Marie (Carter) Wood; great-great-aunt of Sarah (Cory) Rectenwald, Jessica Schombert, and Priscilla Wood. Beverley worked for Allegheny County collecting the landing fees for all aircrafts at the old Greater Pittsburgh International Airport. Beverley was a faithful member of Sharon Community Presbyterian Church where she was part of Willing Workers. She also was on the Democratic Committee Women for Robinson Township and member of VFW Post 402. Her hobby was quilting. She will be greatly missed and remembered as a caring mother, not just to her children, but to all her family. Visitation Monday 2-4, 6-8 p.m., with Fraternal VFW Post 402, at 7 p.m. at COPELAND'S MOON TOWNSHIP, 981 Brodhead Rd. Funeral Service will be Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at Sharon Community Presbyterian Church, 522 Carnot Rd., Moon Township, PA 15108 (Please meet at church). Rev. Becky Branch-Trevathan will officiate. Burial will follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations in her name to the Epilepsy Foundation of Western Central PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GREGOS ROBERT S., SR. AGE 84, ...
GREGOS ROBERT S., Sr. Age 84, of Moon Township, died peacefully at home on October 20, 2017, in the presence of his loving family. He was born in West Aliquippa, PA on December 22, 1932, the son of the late Joseph and Anna Gregos. He was preceded in death by his loving spouse of 58 years, Barbara (Woods) Gregos. He is survived by four children, Terri Gregos Fitzgerald and husband, John of Sewickley, Tammi (Gregos) Stahre and husband, Eric of Wisconsin, Jeffrey Gregos of Moon Twp. and Robert Gregos, Jr. of Moon Twp.; three grandchildren, Jonathan (Lindsey), Katie Stahre and Mathew Gregos; in-laws, Ben Woods; Judy Woods Sucola; and 20 nieces and nephews. Bob's life was his family, travel, and his architectural and engineering interests. Bob, a graduate of Geneva College, was an active member of St. Margaret Mary Church, as an usher and greeter. He was also a member of the Montour Heights Country Club, where he was an avid swimmer and golfer. Friends will be received on Sunday, October 22, 2017, noon until 4 p.m. in HUNTSMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MOON TWP., 1522 Coraopolis Hts. Rd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 10:00 a.m. in St. Margaret Mary Church. Interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DOWNS JOANNE M. (DUSCHEID) AGE...
DOWNS JoANNE M. (DuSCHEID) Age 87, of Upper St. Clair. "What one does for a mother when she is living...one will never regret when she is gone." Our mom, JoAnne Downs, made her final act of love by passing peacefully on Thursday, October 19, 2017. JoAnne was born on August 14, 1930, in Allentown to the late Arthur L. and Martha (Thieret) DuScheid. Also preceded in death by her only brother, Arthur. She was a proud graduate of St. George High School - it seemed wherever she went, she ran into a fellow St. Georgite. She met John at work when she was 19 years old. They married August 4, 1951, and lived their marriage covenant until his passing on September 21, 2016. Those 65 years were filled with love, laughter, joys, sorrows and the challenges of aging. With five daughters, five sons-in-law, 21 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and the tenth due in January, there was always something to celebrate. Birthdays, anniversaries, First Communions, graduations, weddings, Kennywood Days, Downs family Christmases in Virginia, Deep Creek gatherings, Downs daughter weekends, those fun and special times shared, helped shape strong family ties. JoAnne cherished those times and spoke of her ever growing family with great pride. JoAnne's faith was a constant throughout her life and a gift she passed on to her entire family. She was a founding member of St. Albert the Great Church in Baldwin, a longtime member of the Ladies of Charity, a choir member and a Eucharistic Minister visiting the homebound. JoAnne leaves behind her daughters, Darlene (Richard) Kent, Dianne (Rich) Lynch, Donna (Kevin) Eppard, Denise (Mark) Edgar and Dana (Fred) Buckman; grandmother of Katie (fiancé Sean), Steven, David (Rachel) and Johnny Kent, Ryan (Megan) Lynch, Lindsay (Tim) Hayes, Elissa and Michael Lynch, Emily (Greg) Furnival, Elizabeth, Daniel, David, Catherine and Christian Eppard, Sarah (Jimmy) Curran, Allison (Dan) Cybulski, Alex (Emma) and Sean Edgar and Kevin, Rachel and Laura Buckman; great-grandmother of Madeline, Penelope and Tallulah Curran, Lucy and Phoebe Cybulski, Finnegan and Clark Lynch, Mason and Simon Kent and baby Hayes due in January. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. We are grateful to God for the most compassionate care provided by Jefferson Hospital, (ICU, 4 West, the Palliative Care team), South Hills Family Medicine, and Allegheny Health Network Hospice caregivers, as well as Kathy, our dear friend and Mom's "sixth daughter", who lovingly and tirelessly cared for her until the end. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Monday, October 23, 2017, from 4-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:30. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Louise de Marillac at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to AHN Hospice Care, Office of Fund Development, 4818 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224 or The Baptist Homes, 489 Castle Shannon Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15234. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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