COLTERYAHN ELMER E., Jr. Age 87, of Prospect, died Thursday, January 18, 2018. Born January 7, 1931, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Elmer and Alma Shaffer Colteryahn. Elmer was a dairyman having worked at Carl Colteryahn Dairy in Pittsburgh. He had been in the U.S. Army Reserve for 13 years and was a Sgt. Major. Elmer was a member of the Syria Shrine and the Masonic Lodge in Pittsburgh. He was a longtime member of the Board of Directors for the Butler Farm Show, he had been a member of the Western PA Pony Pulling Association and was the founder and chairman of the Butler Rodeo for 27 years. For many years Elmer provided the horse drawn caisson for Prospect's Memorial Community Day Parade. He loved his farm and his horses. Elmer was a member of the Mt. Nebo Presbyterian Church in Prospect. Survivors include one son, Scott Colteryahn of Prospect; and one daughter, Lynette (James) Goehring of Emlenton; one sister, Lois Fry of Rockdale, TX; four grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn, whom he married February 7, 1953, she died October 5, 2003; and his brother, James Colteryahn. Visitation will be on Monday 1:00-4:00 and 6:00-9:00 p.m. from the JAY BRYAN FUNERAL HOME, 443 Main Street in Prospect. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. from the funeral home with the Rev. Steve Cort officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Burial Estates in Butler. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mt. Nebo Presbyterian Church in Prospect or to Community Connections, Inc., 114 Skyline Drive, Butler, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COYNE PATRICK JOSEPH AGE 90, O...
COYNE PATRICK JOSEPH Age 90, of Point Breeze, originally of Leam, Maam Cross, Co. Galway, Ireland, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on January 18, 2018. Loving husband of the late Margaret (Burke) Coyne; devoted father of Mary (Michael) DiBello, the late Barbara Coyne, Patrick Coyne, Jr., Jean Coyne (Robert Laird), and the late Theresa Coyne Jones and John Coyne; wonderful grandfather to Erin McBride-Lovas (Mark Lovas), Michael (Phoebe), Jonathan, and Christina DiBello, Katharine Jones, and Margaret and Sarah Laird; proud great-grandfather of Jackson and George Lovas; son of the late William and Mary Coyne of Ireland; brother of Bridget McQuinn, Sarah O'Toole, Bartley Coyne, Barbara Molloy, the late Mamie Sullivan, the late John Coyne, and the late Liam Coyne, all of Ireland. Pat emigrated from Ireland in 1948, served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and was an entrepreneur who found his lifelong success in his investment in rental properties. Pat will be remembered always for his dedication to his family. He was caring, generous, and good natured. The family of Patrick Coyne would like to thank the Sivitz Hospice. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., ( freyvogelfuneralhome.com ), 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Sunday from 2-6 p.m. Funeral Monday, Mass of Christian Burial St. Bede Church 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WINBUSH AARON M. AGE 61, OF MO...
WINBUSH AARON M. Age 61, of Monongahela, died Thursday, January 18, 2018. He was born October 7, 1956, in Pittsburgh, the son of Clifford Winbush, Jr. of Monongahela and the late Harriet Jefferson Winbush. Beloved husband of Angelita Simbillo Winbush; beloved father of Ma.Arianne Gayle (Bryan) Gravatt, Kaysee Ara Gregorio, all of Monongahela; beloved grandfather of Alaina B. Gravatt and Fhiona Khiya Takahashi; beloved brother of Jeanine (Darrell) Robinson of Baldwin, Marilyn Jones of Monongahela. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Paul Winbush and Clifford Winbush III. Friends will be received on Monday, January 22, 2018, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the FRYE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 427 West Main Street, Monongahela, where services will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at 12:30 p.m. with the Pastor Darrell Robinson officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Online condolences may be made to the family at: www.fryefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SABO PHYLLIS J. (O'KEEFE) AGE ...
SABO PHYLLIS J. (O'KEEFE) Age 83, of Murrysville, PA, passed away peacefully at home on January 18, 2018. Phyllis was born in Braddock, PA on February 2, 1934, to Lavern and Jennie O'Keefe, being the second of five children. On August 31, 1957, she married John R. Sabo and subsequently moved to Murrysville, PA. Phyllis was a longstanding and dedicated member of Mother of Sorrows Parish in Murrysville. Her passions included camping, bowling, crafts, and time spent with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Phyllis was preceded in death by her sister, Maureen DelleDonne. She is survived by her husband, John "Jack"; her brother and his wife, Daniel and Judy O'Keefe; her daughter and her husband, Joyce Ann and Jim Kirkpatrick; her son and his spouse, John L. Sabo and David Glinski; her daughter and her husband, Kathleen and Steve Dovidio; her grandchildren, Ian and Maureen Kirkpatrick, Sydney, Josh, and Noah Sabo, and Jack, Kyle, and Luke Dovidio; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation Sunday, January 21, 2018, from 47 p.m. at HART FUNERAL HOME, INC., Murrysville. Additional visitation will be held on Monday, January 22, 2018, from 9-9:45 a.m. at Mother of Sorrows Church, Murrysville with a Funeral Mass to follow at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908 in Phyllis' name. www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BURKE GRACE ON SUN., JAN. 14, ...
BURKE GRACE On Sun., Jan. 14, 2018, age 93, of Las Vegas, and formerly of Elrama. Beloved aunt of numerous nieces and nephews. Friends received at the PAUL E. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Tues., Jan. 23, 2018 from 5-7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday at 12 Noon in St. Isaac Jogues Roman Catholic Church. Offer condolences at bekavacfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOZZICK THOMAS THOMAS BOZZICK,...
BOZZICK THOMAS Thomas Bozzick, age 91, of Level Green passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2018, at the Autumn Ridge of Monroeville. Tom was born on February 5, 1926, in North Braddock, the son of the late Milos and Stanka (Mrkich) Bozick. Tom was a veteran of the US Navy during WWII, he retired from Westinghouse Bettis Atomic Power in W. Mifflin, a member of the St. Regis Church Trafford, a retired member of the Trafford Fire Co. No 1, Trafford American Legion Post #331 and an active member of the St. John Kanty Lodge #881 (Polish Club) Trafford. Tom was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Stephanie (Nowak) Bozzick; his children, Thomas Bozzick (Laura) of Princeton, NJ, Darla Johns (William) of Aiken, SC, and Willam Bozzick of Level Green; five grandchildren, Jonathan and Joshua Bozzick, Billy Johns and Stephanie Barmore (Ben) and Nicole Bozzick; his siblings, Rose Tucker of Florida and Larry Bozick of N. Huntingdon. Family and friends will be received on Sunday from 2-6 p.m. in the JOHN M. DOBRINICK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 702 7th St. (State Rt. 130), Trafford, 412-372-3111. Parting prayers will be on Monday at 9 a.m. in the funeral home followed by a Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. in the St. Regis Church with Fr. David Nazimek as celebrant. Interment will follow with military honors in the Good Shepherd Cemetery, Monroeville. The Trafford Fire Co. will hold services at the conclusion of visitation Sunday at 6 p.m. in the funeral home. www.dobrinickfhinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEL GROSSO MARIE CAMILLE PAPE ...
DEL GROSSO MARIE CAMILLE PAPE (STURCHIO) Age 83, went home to be with the Lord peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, January 18, 2018. She was born August 10, 1934, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Louis and Anna Marie Sturchio. She retired after 20 years as a deli cook at the Foodland in Turtle Creek and enjoyed the time she spent at the Life Pittsburgh Senior Center in McKees Rocks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, John Del Grosso; and second husband, Jack Pape; son, John Del Grosso; brother, Ralph Sturchio; and sister, Nancy Carnevale. She is survived by her children, Lena (Doug) King, Frank (Karen) Del Grosso and Jack Pape; ten grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren; brothers, Louis (Myra) Sturchio and Larry (Marilyn) Sturchio; and sisters, Betty (Henry) Bachorski and Dolly Pici; and special cousin, Tony DelleFemine; loved by many nieces and nephews; close friend, Betty Zielinski; and Marie's poodle, Bella. Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at the FORGIE - SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083 where a prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Everyone will gather at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home for a funeral service with Rev. Tim Patterson officating. Interment will follow at Good Shepard Cemetery in Monroeville. For online condolences please visit snyderfuneralservices.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GAYDIK JOSEPH DAVID OF WHITAKE...
GAYDIK JOSEPH DAVID Of Whitaker, on January 19, 2018, age 74. Son of the late Joseph and Pauline (Polishen) Gaydik; beloved husband of Mary (Dravecky) Gaydik; father of Dolores (Vince) Argento of Illinois and Deborah Gaydik of North Carolina; brother of the late Rosemary Stoyanoff; former husband of Joan (Novak) McAfee. Friends received SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main St., Munhall Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Mass Monday 10 a.m. St. Therese Church, Munhall. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KETLEY ALFRED F. AL, SR. AG...
KETLEY ALFRED F. AL, SR. age 73, of Verona, passed away with his family by his side on Thursday, January 18, 2018. Beloved Husband for 46 years of Donna (Simon) Ketley. Loving Father of Alfred (Kara) Ketley and Dameian (Jennifer) Ketley. Grandfather of Abigail, Elijah, Arienne, Rhiannen, and Calliope. Brother of the late Patsy Anker, Dorothy Turba, Lucille Babe Beck, and Cathy Wills. Al was a member of In Him Ministries in Penn Hills and his greatest love was for his heavenly Father, having been a licensed ordained Minister. He had 36 years of services as a glass worker with Kopp glass in Swissvale. Al was an avid gardener and a sports enthusiast. Friends and relatives will be received on Sunday, January 21, 2018 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC.421 Allegheny Ave. Oakmont. Funeral Service Monday, January 22, 2018, 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Plum Creek Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALKER BARBARA (LOVAS) AGE 79,...
WALKER BARBARA (LOVAS) Age 79, formerly of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2018. Wife of 45 years to the late John Joseph Walker; mother of Jacqueline and Denise; aunt of Paul, Todd, Lisa, Tracy, Carrie, David, Janet, Joey, Felice, Susan and Amy; sister of Judy Reubenstein; and daughter of the late Paul and Dorothy Lovas. Barbara thrived as a family homemaker, and loved opera, Broadway, and classical music. Visitation will be held on Monday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Pleasant Hills. A Funeral Ceremony will be held following the visitation at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Inurnment will be at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Memorial donations may be made in Barbara's name to the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DONALDSON TIM DUCKY AGE 49, ...
DONALDSON TIM DUCKY Age 49, of Plum, formerly of Aspinwall, on Wednesday, January 17, 2018. Beloved husband of Kelly A. Donaldson; loving father of Alexa and Tanner Donaldson; son of Richard and Cathy (Koch) Donaldson; brother of Thad (Heather) Donaldson; grandson of Catherine (Frisch) Koch and the late Kenneth Koch; nephew of Kenneth Koch; uncle of Rosella Donaldson and Taylor Schrencengost; cousin of Angela McGowan, Timothy Koch and Emily Koch. Tim was employed as a data technician with Miller Information Systems for 20 years. He was loved by his family, friends and co-workers. The family will receive friends Sunday, January 21, 2018 from 2 p.m. until the service at 6 p.m. at the WEDDELL-AJAK FUNERAL HOME,100 Center Ave. Aspinwall. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully suggests memorial contribution to the family for the future education of their children. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FANTONE RALPH J. AGE 71, OF SH...
FANTONE RALPH J. Age 71, of Shaler Township, formerly of Bloomfield, on Thursday, January 18, 2018. Beloved husband of Beth (Bentz) Fantone; loving father of Mark Fantone; son of the late Reno and Eleanor Fantone; brother of Marie (Michael) Garripoli; uncle of Tracy (Tom) Mihok; great-uncle of Conor and Delaney Mihok; also survived by numerous cousins and friends. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th St., Lawrenceville on Sunday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Maria Goretti Parish, Immaculate Conception (Friendship) Mission on Monday at 1 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAMSKI ROBERT P. AGE 79, OF HA...
DAMSKI ROBERT P. Age 79, of Hampton Township, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2018, while under the care of UPMC - Passavant Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born September 17, 1938, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Caesar and Jennie (Zaremba) Damski and the beloved husband for more than 54 years of Dolores (Suwala) Damski. Robert was a graduate of St. Casimir High School. He worked at the U.S. Steel Service Center. He is survived by his wife, Dolores Damski; son, John R. Damski and his wife, Deborah; brothers and sisters-in-law, Thomas and Patricia Suwala, John and Diane Benesio. Robert's family will welcome friends from 1 - 4 and 6 - 8 p.m. on Sunday, January 21, 2018, at KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, January 22, 2018, at St. Catherine of Sweden Roman Catholic Church, 2554 Wildwood Road in Allison Park, with Father Steven V. Neff officiating. He will be laid to rest in St. Augustine Cemetery in Pittsburgh. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Robert's family at: www.kingfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRAITHWAITE THOMAS A. AGE 62, ...
BRAITHWAITE THOMAS A. Age 62, of Cranberry Twp., at home and with his loving family on Friday, January 19, 2018. Beloved husband for 35 years of Joyce (Balzer); proud father of Thomas, Jr. (Anna-Kate), Evan, and Katharine (Derek Thompson); loving grandfather of Isabelle Grace; devoted son of Allen and Alice (Rust); brother of Robert (Mary), Linda Gross (David), Carol Campbell (the late Brian), Jack (Karen), Mark, and the late Michael (the late Maria); also survived by many loving friends and relatives. Friends will be received on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME of CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Rd., (724) 772-8800. A Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Ferdinand Church on Monday at 10 a.m. Tom played college baseball at Jacksonville University, where he was a pitcher. He was able to continue his passion for sports by coaching his kids in football, baseball, and soccer. Tom loved the beach and the ocean. Whether it was for Pirates' spring training, or a SCUBA trip, he rarely missed an opportunity to go to Florida. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The ALS Association of Western PA, Landmarks Building #550, 100 West Station Square Dr., Pgh., PA 15219-1122. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOODWARD CHARLES MICHAEL AGE 6...
WOODWARD CHARLES MICHAEL Age 61, of Turtle Creek formerly of Kittanning, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 17, 2018. Longtime companion of Linda (Marks) Muro; beloved son of Mary Jane (Otte) Woodward; father of Heather, April, Kerry, Stacy, and Holly; brother of Sandy (Ron) Mullins; also eight grandchildren. Michael served in the Navy and was of the Lutheran faith. Friends were received Friday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., corner of Shaw and Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek (412-823-1950). Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILLIS-YARUSSI BARBARA ANN AGE...
WILLIS-YARUSSI BARBARA ANN Age 73, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 15, 2018, in Clayton, NC. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 20, 1944, to Harold Keith (Tony) and Dolores Marie Willis. Barbara was a graduate of Baldwin High School (1962), Duquesne University and the University of Pittsburgh. For over 20 years, she helped many people as a critical care nurse, first in California and most recently in Savannah, GA. Barbara also served in the League of Women Voters and was a volunteer for the American Cancer Society. Barbara was taken too soon and will be missed by her family and many friends. Barbara is survived by her children, Karen (Eric) Yarussi-King (Jared Mello, Julian Mello, Garrick King, Graydon King) of Clayton, NC, Jill (Dan) Yarussi Brady (Ian Brady, Eric Brady, Samantha Brady) of Astoria, NY, Steven Yarussi (Emily Yarussi, Ian Yarussi) of Beaufort, SC, Susan (John) Yarussi Popochock (Hans and Lindsay Hauge, Dan Hauge) of Pittsburgh, PA. Her sister, Cindy (Peter) Savery of Alexandra, VA; niece, Stefanie Higgins Scott; and nephew, Michael Keith Higgins. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Duke Cancer Institute, (www.dukecancerinstitute.org) the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) or ASPCA (www.aspca.org). A celebration of her life for family and friends will be held in Pittsburgh. Please check Facebook for details. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCGUIRK MARY LOU PEACEFULLY ON...
McGUIRK MARY LOU Peacefully on January 4, 2018, formerly of Wilmerding. Daughter of the late John and Elma (Christenson) McGurik; loving sister of Elanor McGuirk and Eugenia (late Jovo) Jurich; loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Also preceded in passing by siblings, Delores McWilliams, Eugene, John, Bernard, Frederick, James, and Raymond McGuirk. Mary Lou was formerly employed for Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh. She was well liked by many people and loved to laugh. She was also very caring and thoughtful. The family would like to thank the care that was given to Mary Lou at Hamilton Hills Personal Care in Turtle Creek. There was no visitation. Arrangements entrusted to ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DIULUS ANNA (BIHARY) AGE 94, ...
DIULUS ANNA (BIHARY) Age 94, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2018. Services are private and are entrusted to Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Pleasant Hills. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEMASE LAWRENCE ALFRED LAWRENC...
DEMASE LAWRENCE ALFRED Lawrence Alfred Demase, of Fox Chapel, Pennsylvania, died January 18, 2018 at Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania after a brief hospitalization. Larry was born June 2, 1945 to Elsie Jean (Trager) and Joseph Charles Demase in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and grew up in the North Hills of Pittsburgh.Larry graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 1967 with a bachelor's of science in biochemistry and went on to graduate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1971. Mr. Demase was a retired partner with the Reed Smith law firm, where much of his focus was on cases related to the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act and the Superfund program through which the federal government cleans up hazardous waste sites. In 2009 he traveled to Copenhagen to participate in the United Nations summit on climate change, where he worked to draft a plan that was part of a U.N. resolution on climate change. Throughout his more than 40 years as an attorney, he represented a wide range of clients at all levels of the judicial system, including the U.S. Supreme Court. But Larry was proudest of his family. He was married to Patricia (Jalowick) Demase for 50 years. The Demases have two children: Morgan Katherine, who lives in Reading, Massachusetts with her husband David Copeland and their daughter, Mia Rose Demase Copeland; and Michael Lawrence Demase, who is completing his studies in computer science at the Pennsylvania State University in Erie. In retirement, Larry enjoyed traveling, spending time on Cape Cod in Massachusetts and doting on Mia Rose. Larry is also survived by his brothers Joseph of Tuscon, Arizona; Stevan and his wife Marsha of Abington, Virginia; and his best friend Kenneth Frederick and his wife Virginia of Atherton, California. He is also survived by Joseph's son John and Stevan's children, Stevan Jr. and Rachel. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS INC. (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Sunday from 12-3 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Monday, Mass of Christian Burial, St. Scholastica Church (309 Brilliant Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15215) at 10 a.m. (EVERYONE PLEASE GATHER AT CHURCH) Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCGINNIS BRUCE AGE 78, ON FRID...
McGINNIS BRUCE Age 78, on Friday, January 19, 2018, of Penn Hills. Beloved husband of 54 years to Linda Baker McGinnis; loving father of Lynne (David) O'Connor and Susan (Domenick) Fanto; adored Pap of Eric and Erin O'Connor; brother of Carol (Ged) Brown. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001 MONDAY ONLY 1-3 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Service at Mt. Hope Community Church, Penn Hills on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mt. Hope Church or Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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