BALKOVEC DOROTHY A. (EVANKOVICH) Age 93, of Lawrenceville, on Monday, January 22, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Nicholas J. Balkovec; loving mother of Robert and his wife, Patricia Balkovec and Karen and her husband, Dennis Coleman; cherished grandmother of Kimberly Balkovec, Jennifer (Al) Brunner and Brandon Coleman; great-grandmother of Nicholas, Kaitlyn, Aidan and London; sister of Andrew Evankovich and the late Katherine Mateskovich. Dorothy was active in the Slovenian Heritage Group and ran the Golden Agers Group at St. Augustine Parish for many years. She loved to travel and visit the casinos. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Thursday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, St. Augustine Church on Friday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WHITE GEORGE A., JR. AGE 61, O...
WHITE GEORGE A., JR. Age 61, of Hazelwood, peacefully and suddenly passed away at home in his loving wife's arms on Monday, January 22, 2018. Soulmate of Shelley Dzura-White; and their dogs, Boss and the late Mikey; son-in-law of Theresa Dzura; son of the late George A. and Rose White, Sr.; brother of Bob (Sue) White and the late Jimmy White; brother-in-law of the late Michael Dzura; godfather of Lee Petersavage, Jr. and Joseph C. Ryan; and nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-8 p.m. on Friday, January 26, 2018, in the ELMER L. HERMAN FUNERAL HOME, 5204 Second Ave., Hazelwood. Blessing Services at 7:15 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please perform a random act of kindness. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ERNEST RITA R. OF THE SOUTH SI...
ERNEST RITA R. Of the South Side, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 23, 2018. Wife of the late Richard; beloved mother of Daria Martin, Christopher Ernest, Barbara Huber, Dane Ernest, and the late Richard, Jr.; grandmother of Gary, Christopher, Joshua, Brandon, Sara, Jessica, Rhea, and Brady; great-grandmother of Diegan, Ella, and Lucianne; sister of Sandra DeTemple, and the late Henry. Friends received Friday 2-8 p.m. in THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral Prayer Saturday 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Adalbert Church, Prince of Peace Parish at 10 a.m. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBOSSON ANDREW J. ON TUESDAY,...
ROBOSSON ANDREW J. On Tuesday, January 23, 2018, beloved son of Gwen M. Robosson and the late R.P. Robosson; brother of David Robosson, Gwen Fragomen (Austin), John P. Robosson (Teresa) and Mary Robosson; also survived by his nieces Annie, Emily, Lindsay and Ally; grandson of the late Frances and Robert Wholey, and Florence and Reginald Robosson. Andy established a business in landscaping and related construction services, Fairway Landscaping, and managed many projects throughout the Pittsburgh area. He was an avid golfer and skier and was passionate about the local sports teams. Andy loved spending time with his family and friends. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., ( freyvogelfuneralhome.com ), 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Saturday, Mass of Christian Burial, St. Joseph Church (Dorseyville Road) at 10 a.m. Remembrances may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 333 East Carson Street, Suite 441, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHOFIELD JAMES N. AGE 85, OF ...
SCHOFIELD JAMES N. Age 85, of Rankin, PA, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2018. Visitation on Sunday, January 28, 2018, from 2-6 p.m. in the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave. Pgh., PA 15219 where Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 29, 2018, at 11 a.m. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STRENKO CLIFFORD E. AGE 82, O...
STRENKO CLIFFORD E. Age 82, of White Oak, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2018. Beloved husband of Gloria (Tomasello) Strenko; loving father of Deneen (Eric Smith) Ferrari and the late Michael Strenko; "Pap-Pap" of Shelbi Ferrari; also survived by nieces and nephews; brother of Janet (John) Ward and the late Audrey Oskin. Cliff enjoyed bowling, golfing and supporting the citizens at the casino. Friends will be received Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., corner (118) of Shaw and Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek, (412-823-1950), where a service will be Saturday at noon. Entombment to follow at Restland Memorial. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVIS CHARLES R. ON WEDNESDAY,...
DAVIS CHARLES R. On Wednesday, January 24, 2018, age 85, of Valencia formerly of Ross Twp. Beloved husband of 60 years of Marjorie (Peterson) Davis; father of Mark (Diane) Davis, Cynthia (Norb) Dietrich and Craig (Kim) Davis; grandfather of Katelyn, Kyle, Allison, Valerie, James, Ryan, Hunter and Noah; also five great- grandchildren; brother of Virginia Lundgren, George A. Davis, Sue Meeker and the late Jean Davis. Friends are invited to a Memorial Service on Saturday, January 27, 2018, in St. John Lutheran Church of Highland at 11:00 a.m. Chuck proudly served his country as a U.S. Marine during the Korean War; he gradated from Youngstown State University; worked at Duquesne Light Company for 31 years retiring as Director of QA for their Nuclear Power Station. Family suggests donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Avenue, Suite E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Condolences may be expressed at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SULLIVAN VIRGINIA E. GINNY ...
SULLIVAN VIRGINIA E. GINNY (MAIDEN) Age 83, on Tuesday, January 23, 2018, of Baldwin Boro. Beloved wife of the late Donald A. Sullivan; loving mother of Regis (Leslie) Sullivan, Virginia (Ronald) O'Reilly, Ronald (Margueritte) Sullivan and Susan (Warren) Lowe; grandmother of Justin (Nikole) Sullivan, Nicholas (Devin) Shuman, Justin (Valerie) Shuman, Alissa (Chad) McHugh, Michael Merkel, Evan O'Reilly, Jordan Lowe, Morgan Lowe, Sean Sullivan and Casey Sullivan; great-grandmother of Reagan Sullivan, Max Merkel, Kelly Sullivan, Logan McHugh, Connor McHugh and Benjamin Shuman; sister of Charles Maiden. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Saturday, January 27, 2018, from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, January 28, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where a blessing service will be held on Monday morning at 10:30. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KAZAR PHILIP JOSEPH AGE 57, FO...
KAZAR PHILIP JOSEPH Age 57, formerly of Hazelwood, passed away quietly surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 24, 2018. Born on March 21, 1960. Beloved son to the late Joseph Michael Kazar and Bernadette Soltez Kazar. He leaves behind his loving wife Marilue Shore Kazar. Caring father to Angela, Philip Jr. and Bridget (Dan) Labishak. Proud grandfather to Nicholas. Also survived by his siblings Bernadette, Andy (Marian), Deborah, Tom, Chris (Jodi), Buddy (Barb) Shore, Barbara (late Michael) Watson, Rick (Barb) Shore as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by David Kazar and Glen Shore. In keeping with Philip's wishes there will be no visitation. A private Funeral service will be held at a later date. Please sign the online Register Book at: cieslaktatko.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GLOVER THOMAS LEES AGE 96, OF ...
GLOVER THOMAS LEES Age 96, of Gibsonia, formerly Penn Hills, on January 23, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Mary Jane (Curnane) Glover; father of W. Terrance (Deborah) Glover, Mary Jane "Shane" (Charles) Appel, Paul J. (Linda) Glover, John Peter (Mary Ann) Glover, Patrick M. (Jody) Glover, and the late Thomas E. Glover; brother of Mary Elizabeth Porter and the late Beverly Cunningham, William Glover, and Earl Glover; grandfather of Kelly, Christine, Julie, Deborah, Tressa, Maggie, Jennifer, Sean, Bryan, Nathan, Geoffrey, Michael, Matthew, Andrew, and the late Michael; also survived by 19 great- grandchildren, Connor, Sydney, Austin, Everett, Gabriel, William, Angelina, Rebecca, Jaime, Allen, Sophia, Beatrix, Ryan, Ethan, Benjamin, Braeden, Harrison, Ronan, and Briar. Family and friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LTD., 5864 Heckert Road, Bakerstown. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Kilian Church, 7076 Franklin Road, Cranberry Twp., with Fr. Charles S. Bober, celebrant. Interment with military honors will be held Monday in National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. A WWII Navy Veteran, Thomas served in the Pacific Theater and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. He was a Radio Operator and Gunner on a Martin PBM patrol plane serving with the VPB 26 Squadron which was the first squadron into Tokyo Bay helping to secure the Japanese surrender. Thomas was an Executive Sales Manager with The Missouri-Kansas-Texas "Katy" Railroad, a Past President of The Traffic & Transportation Association of Pittsburgh and member of The Traffic Club of Pittsburgh. He was an avid golfer, traveled to many Navy squadron reunions, and loved being with family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Family suggests donations to U.S. Navy Memorial, www. navymemorial.org. Please offer condolences at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COGAR MICHAEL S. AGE 53, OF N...
COGAR MICHAEL S. Age 53, of N. Fayette Twp., Oakdale, PA, on Monday, January 22, 2018. Beloved son of Janet (Robertson) Cogar and Alpha Cogar. Father of Joshua Cogar. Grandfather of Olivia and Brayden. Brother of Douglas Cogar, Dallas Cogar, Donna Ciccone, Brian (Stephanie) Cogar, and Charles (Michelle) Cogar. Boyfriend of Laurie Koeppl. Family to receive friends at the HERRICK COMPASSIONATE FUNERAL SERVICE PC, Edward M. Herrick Supervisor/Owner, 951 Cliff Mine Road, N. Fayette Twp., Imperial, PA, 724-695-7332, on Friday, January 26, 2018 between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. where a funeral service will take place Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 11 a.m. It is respectfully requested that memorial donations be sent to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pgh, PA 15205. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARKLEY GLENN O. AGE 73, OF PI...
BARKLEY GLENN O. Age 73, of Pittsburgh, lost his battle with glioblastoma on January 24, 2018. He was the son of the late Willis and Frances (Faust), a 1962 graduate of Zelienople High School and 66 grad of Penn State. He spent over 30 years working for Westinghouse- Adtranz-Bombardier in their transit division. His joy in life was his family. He was married for 51 years to his best friend Madeline and had two children, Jackie (Scott) Foor and Matt (Margaret) Barkley. He was the proud pap of grandchildren Darby, Nick, Keeley, and Olivia. Also survived by brother Harry (Margaret), and in-laws Loretta (Tom) Hauber, Fran (Denny) Fledderman, and Lucy Kopp, preceded in death by sister Joan Angert. While he was always a devoted Steelers, Pirates, and Nittany Lions fan, he was never happier or prouder than when he was watching his children or grandchildren compete. He rarely missed a game, even when he became sick he would watch online. In addition to sports, he had a keen interest in politics and current events. Always the competitor, he loved to play games, especially cards, and he won two fantasy football championships in one of the oldest leagues, the Pittsburgh Football League, with the Nittany Badgers a team he co-owned with his son and grandson. He was known for his dry sense of humor, joking with family and caregivers even to the end. He will most be missed by his family for his selflessness, generosity, and wit. At his request, there will be no visitation or funeral and instead will be a celebration of his life at a future date. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEST CHARLES A. CHARLIE PASS...
WEST CHARLES A. Charlie passed away on January 22 in his home surrounded by family. During his 78 years, Charlie had a deep and lasting impact on countless friends and relatives through his infectious enthusiasm, warm sense of humor and open honest demeanor. Born in Holyoke, MA on July 9, 1939, he lived across New England and served for four years in the Navy before settling in Pittsburgh with his wife and best friend Marcia (Smith) West. He spent much of his career in different roles at Bayer. Nothing fed his soul more than spending time outside with family and a bike, kite, canoe, sailboat, skis, fishing rod, snowshoes, sea kayak, or a worn out pair of old hiking boots. In retirement, Charlie volunteered with the SHIM refugee program and taught life skills in the Foundation of Hope program at the Allegheny jail. He was predeceased by brother Paul (Betsy). He is survived by brother Edwin Allyn (Jo); children David (Kate) West, Rebecca (Guido) Sandulli, and Michael (Krista) West; and 7.5 grandchildren: Ezra, Alex, Elena, Eli, Leo, Adah, Corbin, and Dudegirl. Visitation at BEINHAUERon 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, 724-941-3211 on Friday, January 26 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Funeral service at Southminster Presbyterian Church on Saturday, January 27 at 10 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions are encouraged to either the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (http://waterlandlife.org) or Family Hospice & Palliative Care (familyhospicepa.org) Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NEFF HELEN V. AGE 96, OF BLAWN...
NEFF HELEN V. Age 96, of Blawnox, on January 23, 2018. Beloved wife of Lawrence Neff; loving mother of Lawrence (Darlene), Forrest (Lori), Colton, and the late Wyatt Neff; grandmother of Amanda, Christopher, Luke, Colton (Ellen) Neff, and April (Tony) D'Ignazio. Viewing on Friday from 2-4 p.m. and from 6 until the time of a service at 7:30 p.m. at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., 930 Center Ave. Pittsburgh., PA 15238 (Blawnox). Interment private. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRYANT SHERDENA L. AGE 68. PEA...
BRYANT SHERDENA L. Age 68. Peacefully on January 19, 2018. Visitation Friday 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Rodman St. Missionary Baptist Church, East Liberty Blvd. at Collins Ave. Funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. Professional services entrusted to COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 412-661-5916. costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THEISS GARY R. ON WEDNESDAY, ...
THEISS GARY R. On Wednesday, January 24, 2018, age 76, of Mars, formerly of Gibsonia. Son of the late Donald and Florence Eckendahl Theiss; husband of Susan Meals Theiss; step-father of William Kaib (Tonya) and Jayson Kaib; grandfather of Joshuah and Alexah Kaib and the late Zachariah Kaib; brother of Judy Gross, Linda Cataldo, Ronald Theiss, Donald Theiss, and the late Aileen Davidson. Gary had been a Postal Worker for the Bulk Mail Center in Warrendale and had served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Friends received at the MCDONALD-AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA, on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Services on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 1645 W. 8th St, Erie, PA 16505. Directions and condolences are available at: www.mcdonald-aeberli.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALCORN JEFFREY D. AGE 63, OF O...
ALCORN JEFFREY D. Age 63, of Oakmont. Beloved son of the late James and Mary Alcorn; husband of Tonya Alcorn; father of Derrick, Labron, Christopher, MJ, Amanda and Madison; 4 grandchildren; brother of Jimmy, Jean and Patricia; also survived by nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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D'ALESSANDRO RONALD STEPHEN IT...
D'ALESSANDRO RONALD STEPHEN It is with unimaginable sadness that we are forced to write an obituary for Ronald Stephen D'Alessandro, born on January 6, 1939, in Pittsburgh, PA. He was the son of Bertha and John Matthews and Albert D'Alessandro. He is survived by his older brother, Albert D'Alessandro (Janet) and younger sister, Judith Concannon (Jack deceased). He is the devoted husband and best friend to Jacqueline E. D'Alessandro (Strucker). His legacy consists of four children, Ronald Bernard D'Alessandro (Misty Baker), Kenneth Joseph D'Alessandro (Adrienne Tiede), Bernard Joseph Herrmann (Beth Saunier), and Joanne Marie Hartman (Herrmann). His deeply loved grandchildren are Mary Hannah Lamberto, Zachary J. Herrmann (Michaela Burr fiancé), Austin L. Herrmann, Tyler S. Herrmann, Alyssa N. Herrmann, E. Justice R. Hartman, Cameron E. Herrmann, Muriel P. D'Alessandro, Josef S. Hartman, and Matthew C. D'Alessandro. He also was recently blessed with a great-granddaughter, Mary Jane Grigsby. Ronald was also a loved and respected uncle to many nieces and nephews. Ronald was well respected in the business community as the owner of D'Alessandro Stairs Inc., Cranberry Township, PA, which was in operation from 1976 until 2010. He was a longtime member of North Suburban Builder's Association and Metropolitan Builder's Association. He had been a member of St. Gregory Catholic Church, Zelienople, PA, since 1982 and served on the financial committee. Ronald passed away peacefully, Wednesday, January 24, 2018, at approximately 7:15 a.m. in the company of our dear family friend, Rozann Lamberto. He fought tirelessly against serious illnesses until his body had to finally succumb. Friends will be received on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and Friday 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. Gregory's Church, 2 W. Beaver St., Zelienople, PA 16063, on Saturday at 10 a.m. Now that the formalities are over, we need to honor this man for who he truly was: A world traveler who visited 49 countries with his wife, Jackie, a hunter of 50+ years who never had the heart to shoot anything, a handyman who could fix anything his family needed repaired, a business man who only completed through tenth grade; however, had the financial knowledge of a Wall Street executive. He was a history buff and lover of reading, in spite of his dyslexia. He was a deep thinker whose Papisms will carry his grandchildren through life. Ron's smile lit up a room and his laugh was the music that his family danced to. Ron was an amputee who never let his absence of a leg affect his ability to run through life. Fly high, Pap, and watch us from Heaven as you have on Earth. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOWER ELLA ELIZABETH (KIRSCH) ...
BOWER ELLA ELIZABETH (KIRSCH) Age 100, of Castle Shannon, formerly of Overbrook, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 24, 2018. Wife of 55 years to the late John. E. Bower; Mother of John Jack, Joyce (Ray) Malsch, Thomas (the late Patricia), Greg (Kris), and Steve Bower; Grandmother of Jeff, Brian, Michael, Mary, Christi, Matthew, Jennifer, Austin, Steven, and Jimmy; Great- Grandmother of 18; Sister of Norma J. (the late Nicholas) Cerovac, Norman (Margaret) Kirsch, the late Charles (Elaine), the late James (Wilma), the late William (Shirley) Kirsch, and daughter of the late Catherine Gross and Clarence Kirsch. Ella was a proud member of the Century Club 100 Years Loved. Visitation will be held on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Pleasant Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Castle Shannon. Interment at Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to St. Anne's Church, Castle Shannon in loving memory of Ella Bower. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STOICOVY LUCY (LUBA) M. (TRIKO...
STOICOVY LUCY (LUBA) M. (TRIKO) Age 83, on Tuesday, January 23, 2018, of Whitehall. Beloved wife and shared soul of 60 years to Boris J. Stoicovy; cherished and loving mother of Steve, Diane and the late Alex; adored Baba of Jimmy; daughter of the late Mike and Mitra Triko; sister of Draga (Joe) Bartos and the late Paul (Helen) Triko, Kola (Jim) Popovski and Boris (Nevana) Triko. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Lucy's pure heart and genuinely loving smile and soul uplifted everyone she encountered. She will be deeply missed by all. There will be no visitation. Funeral service will be held on Friday, January 26, 2018, in Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in St. Sava Cemetery. Arrangements made by JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions in her memory to Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Cathedral, 450 Maxwell Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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