MILES JoANN Of East Liberty. Visitation Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 11 a.m. Service at 12 noon. All services at Sixth Mount Zion Church. Professional arrangements entrusted to SPRIGGS WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 North Lang Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HICKS SAUNDRA LYNN AGE 74, WAS...
HICKS SAUNDRA LYNN Age 74, was born on November 3, 1943, in Pittsburgh, PA. She went home to Heaven on May 13, 2018. She was the loving daughter of the late Alva and Henry Hicks; the beloved mother to Bentley J. Hicks; loving sister and friend to Sharrie (Hicks) Kelso-Whitaker; caring aunt to Troy (Edissa) Kelso, the late Sean Kelso, Tracy (Monique) Kelso; loyal niece of Ona (the late George) Tucker and the late Thelma Hunt; loving cousin to Sharon (Zedrick) Tucker-Brown and Arretta Jones and Charles Langford, Jr.; mother-in-law to Sharonda Dixon-Hicks; nurturing grandmother to Julian Rankin-Hicks, Bentley, Jr., and Antwaun Dixon. Service Saturday, May 26, 2018, 10:30 a.m. Second Baptist Church of Carnegie, 324 Mansfield Blvd. Professional arrangements entrusted to SPRIGGS - WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 North Lang Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARRIS CARLA Of Pittsburgh. Visitation Friday, May 25, 2018 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Professional arrangements are entrusted to SPRIGGS WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 North Lang Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROGERS MICHAEL JOHN AGE 75, SU...
ROGERS MICHAEL JOHN Age 75, suddenly, on Monday, May 21, 2018. Beloved husband of Cathy (Carnahan) Rogers; loving father of Cris (Sonny), Michael (Leslie) Rogers, and Melissa (Ken) Tomaszewski; grandfather of Brandon Vargo, Alex and Lizzy Fuchs, Abbey, McKenzi and Brianna Tomaszewski, and Grace Rogers; brother of Daniel (Sue), Timothy (Marilyn) Rogers, and Mary (Ron) Stacy; son of the late Michael and Mary A. Rogers; uncle to many loved nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great- nephews. Mike retired from Verizon Communications after 40 years of service. He proudly served in the US Navy as a Fire Control Technician on the USS Charles P. Cecil. Friends received Sunday 5-8 p.m. Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at ANTHONY G. STAAB FUNERAL HOME, INC., 900 Chartiers Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in St. Philip Church. Burial to follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with full military honors. Add a tribute: www.staabfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KEELAN SHIRLEY DOCHERTY DOC ...
KEELAN SHIRLEY DOCHERTY DOC Age 88, of Dallas, TX, died of lung cancer in her home on Monday, May 21, 2018. Born to John Frances Docherty, Sr. and Elizabeth McKenna Docherty on April 26, 1930, Shirley grew up in Ingomar, PA, and spent most of her life in Pennsylvania until moving to Texas in 2008 to live near her daughter, Nancy Harvath. She graduated from Seton Hill College in Greensburg, PA, in 1951. Through her classmate and best friend, Joanne Keelan Cameron, she met Lt. John Gerard (Jerry) Keelan (USNR) and they were married on June 20, 1953. Together Shirley and Jerry raised ten children. Shirley was widely known and respected for her dedication to the Right-to-Life Movement. She was a co-founder of the Pennsylvania Chapter and its President for many years. Shirley is survived by her spouse, Jerry Keelan, Dallas; and her children, Terry (Helen) Keelan, Culver City, CA, Mary Mathis Keelan, Dubois, PA, Cathy (Roxann) Keelan, Wailuku, Maui, Megan Bluher, Carnation, WA, Beth (Bruce) Lynch, Mt. Joy, PA, Paul (MaryKay) Keelan, Butler, PA, David Keelan, Columbia, MD, Daniel (Joan) Keelan, Hamilton, NJ, and Nancy (John) Harvath, Mesquite, TX. Nancy and her family attended Shirley at the time of death. Shirley is also survived by thirteen grandchildren, Michael, Misa and Sean Keelan, Emma and Sadie Bluher, James Lynch, Adam, Brianna, Morgan and John Paul Keelan, Victoria and Victor Keelan, and Lydia Harvath. She was preceded in death by her brother, John Frances Docherty, Jr.; her college friend and sister-in-law, Joann Keelan Cameron and her sons, Thomas Francis and Timothy Gerard. Although Shirley and Jerry's children are scattered throughout the United States, her love, intelligence and wit, and now her memory, binds them to each other across the distance and makes them a close-knit and loving family. A Memorial Service was held Friday, May 25, 2018, at 10 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Dallas, TX. The family asks that in lieu of flowers or condolences, donations be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society or to the national or a local Right to Life chapter. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CULBERTSON JOHN S. AGE 88, OF ...
CULBERTSON JOHN S. Age 88, of Meadville and formerly of Wexford, died Monday, May 21, 2018, at Wesbury United Methodist Community. He was born March 21, 1930, in Meadville, a son of Leland J. and Miriam Shryock Culbertson. He married Margaret Peggy Seib on June 18, 1955, and she preceded him in death April 5, 2012. He was a 1951 graduate of Allegheny College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. He was the president of his fraternity, Delta Tau Delta. Following college graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army where he attended and graduated from Officer Candidate School. He was a veteran of the Korean War serving as a 2nd Lieutenant in charge of an ammunition supply depot during 1953. His professional career included several years as trust officer with First National Bank of Meadville, general manager of Conneaut Lake Park, owner and president of Spenzer Container Corporation in Greenville, head of the trust department of Pennbank in Titusville, and head of the trust department of Integra Bank in Pittsburgh. He also served as a trustee for Integrity Investments based in Venice, FL. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church and was a member and past President of its Board of Trustees. He was a member of the Essayists and Literary Union in Meadville, member and past President of the Meadville Rotary Club, a member of the Cranberry Sunrise Rotary Club, a member and past President of the Meadville Public Library, the former City Hospital Board of Directors, the Iroquois Club of Conneaut Lake, and member of the American Cancer Society. While living in Wexford, he was a member of the Memorial Park Presbyterian Church where he chaired the Clayton Youth Center fundraising drive, served on the Development Committee and as chair of the Endowment Committee. He is survived by three daughters, Annette Calderwood of Wheaton, IL, Connie Culbertson of Pittsburgh, and Janie Lehman and her husband, Jeff of Hudson, OH; and four grandchildren, John L. Calderwood, William A. Calderwood, John Thomas Lehman, and Margaret Rose Lehman. He was preceded in death by his wife and parents. A private Graveside Service will be in Greendale Cemetery with military honors provided by Huidekoper VFW Post #2006. A Memorial Service will be Monday, June 18, 2018, at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 890 Liberty Street, Meadville, with the Rev. Dr. Brian K. Jensen, Pastor, officiating. The family suggests memorials be made to Allegheny College, 52 N. Main Street, First Presbyterian Church, 890 Liberty Street or Huidekoper VFW Post #2006, 1045 S. Morgan Street, all of Meadville, PA 16335. Arrangements are under the direction of the ROBERT W. WAID FUNERAL HOME, INC., 581 Chestnut Street, Meadville, where memories and condolences may be shared at: www.waidfuneralhome.net Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CONROY THOMAS J. ON THURSDAY, ...
CONROY THOMAS J. On Thursday, May 24, 2018; beloved father of Kelly M. Conroy Hosack (Michael); grandfather of Jordan and Jaxxon Hosack; brother of Mary Lou Conroy (John Skufca) and Eileen M. Conroy; predeceased by his parents, Robert P. and Mary Louise Joyce Conroy; and his sister, Patricia Ann Conroy. Tom was a former Security Guard for both the City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County and was a member of A.O.H. Division Nine "The Oakland Irish". Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Tuesday from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, Mass of Christian Burial, St. Regis Church 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CICCONE JOSEPH P. OF WEST VIEW...
CICCONE JOSEPH P. Of West View, on Thursday, May 24, 2018. Husband of the late Angelina A. (Ruscitto) Ciccone; loving father of Rosemary DeWeese (James), Christopher Ciccone (Sandra), Patrick Ciccone (Rhonda) and the late David Ciccone; brother of Martin Ciccone, Nicholas Ciccone and Anna Marie Mieszkowski; proud grandfather of Jacob and Gabriele DeWeese. Friends received Tuesday 4-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills, where a Blessing Service will be held Wednesday 10 a.m. Joe was the owner of North Hills Sales and Service since 1964. He enjoyed spending his time at his shop, in his garden and taking long walks with his grandchildren. To view this tribute or make an online condolence, please go to devlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DUNLAY DANIEL D. AGE 86, OF MC...
DUNLAY DANIEL D. Age 86, of McKeesport, died at home Thursday, May 24, 2018. He was born March 31, 1932 in McKeesport, the son of the late James F. and Helen T. Bicsey Harman Dunlay. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, David M. Harman and James J. Dunlay. A 1950 graduate of McKeesport High School, Daniel attended the former Carnegie Institute of Technology before serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. As a skilled draftsman, he worked for USS Christy Park, Westinghouse Astronuclear and Contraves. He enjoyed walking, golf, and puzzles, and was an avid reader and handyman. He had a talent for writing and art that gave him much pleasure. Daniel is survived by his sister, Nancy A. Dunlay of McKeesport; sister-in-law, Jean Dunlay of N. Huntingdon; cousin, Joan Bicsey of McKeesport; nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 12:00 noon at Corpus Christi Church, McKeesport with Fr. Steven Palsa officiating. Burial will follow. Arrangements by STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION & MORTUARY SERVICES, 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, Supervisor, 412-678-6177). Remembrances in Daniel's name may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256, or the DAV, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Condolences may be made at strifflerfuneralhomes.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEWART PAUL F., JR. ON THURSD...
STEWART PAUL F., Jr. On Thursday, May 24, 2018, age 71, of Ross Twp. Beloved husband of the Late Mary (Collier) Stewart; loving father of Christine Stewart; grandfather of Ashleigh Stewart and Jacob Carey; "G-Pap" of Jaxon and Jayden; brother-in-law of Madeline Long (Midge Collier Silvio), and Sara Morris (Sally Collier). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Paul served in the United States Army for 43 years, where he retired as a Sergeant First Class. No Viewing. There will be a memorial service in Northway Christian Church on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., reception to follow. Please leave condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZAREWCZYNSKI THOMAS ON WEDNESD...
ZAREWCZYNSKI THOMAS On Wednesday, May 23, 2018, of McKees Rocks. Husband of Ellen (Kirik) Zarewczynski; father of Tammy (Gary) Lilly and Rebecca (Robert) Adams; son of the late Sylvester and Mary Zarewczynski; brother of Dennis (Denise), Jeffrey and the late Patricia (Steven) Jarasiewicz; grandfather of Elizabeth, William and Davis. Friends received at the JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 119 S. 15th St., South Side on Tuesday, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and service time to come. gmiterfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PIZZUTO JAMES C. AGE 61, OF PE...
PIZZUTO JAMES C. Age 61, of Penn Hills, on Thursday, May 24, 2018. Beloved husband of Kathy; loving father of Christopher, Dominic Pizzuto and Sean Legree; brother of Larry (Gemma) Pizzuto; son of the late Frank and Jenny (Manganaro) Pizzuto; brother- in-law of Donna (Mark) Cozad and Sue (Joe) Peterman; son-in-law of Arthur (the late Mary Lou) Proviano; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was born in Oakmont and graduated from Riverview High School, he coached Penn Hills baseball, retired from Port Authority and was a member of the Moose Lodge 298. Special thanks to his many friends and the great care received at Seneca Place. Friends received, Sunday, 1 p.m. until Funeral Service at 6 p.m. in SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GEISLER WILLIAM ROBERT AGE 87,...
GEISLER WILLIAM ROBERT Age 87, of Sturgeon, passed away at the home of his longtime companion and caregiver, Lois Moreau, Friday, May 25, 2018. He was born July 22, 1930, in Sturgeon, the son of the late William Casper Geisler and Emeline DeVos Geisler. He was an employee of Allegheny County for 35 years. He is survived by his sons, Robert, Alan, Jeffrey Geisler; and a daughter, Janice Szyjko; five grandchildren, two great-grandsons; brothers, James, Donald, Daniel Geisler; sister, Donna Douglas; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Kogut Geisler; brothers, David and John; sister, Rose Marie (Bilger); and one grandson, Michael. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 on Sunday, May 27, 2018, at the THOMAS AND LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 314 W. Lincoln Avenue, McDonald, PA. There will be a private burial on Tuesday. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARISANO LEO LEO BARISANO PASS...
BARISANO LEO Leo Barisano passed away peacefully on Monday, May 21, 2018, at the age of 91. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, on March 31, 1927, he was the son of the late Frank and Tuliette (Munaco) Barisano; beloved husband of 42 years to the late Marie (Hanophy) Barisano and brother of Mary (Barisano) Cotton, Edith (Barisano) Watson and the late Nicholas M. Barisano. Leo is survived by many nieces and nephews across the U.S. including Carol Cotton Hendrix, Connie Cotton, David Cotton, Don Watson, Jr., Julie Watson Jones, Lisa Watson, Michael Hanophy and Patrice Watson; grandnieces and grandnephews, Ava Chaney, Bob Hendrix, Emma Chaney, Ethan Jones, Joe Cotton and Katie Erickson; plus dear friends, Kathy Clark and Jeannie Wattras. In 1938, the Barisano Family moved from East Liberty to Fordham Avenue, one block away from Highland Country Club in West View. In Leo's words when I was 11 years old, I walked up the hill and thought to myself, I have never seen so much grass in my life! Leo caddied at HCC until 1941 for $1 for 18 holes. Bags in those days averaged 60 pounds and Leo claims it was not an easy job. He moved to the grounds crew through 1944 for 65¢/hour and free golf. Leo never had a lesson and learned to love the game of golf in those years. From late 1944-1946, Leo served in the U.S. Navy as Seaman First Class in the Pacific front. Upon return, he became Assistant Pro at HCC. Working 12-hour days, 6 days/week allowed no time for golf, so he quit the job and joined as a member in 1949. During his years at Highland, he earned the title of Club Champion 14x winning the Seniors title at the age of 67. He was recognized as a lifetime member at Highland. Leo had a 32-year career with the Baierl Automotive Group. Finishing as Senior Sales & Leasing Consultant, Leo's former colleagues remember him as a loyal and devoted friend, advisor to thousands of customers and mentor to numerous young folks who were just entering the business. Marie and Leo lived and were active members of the North Hills Estates community. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Western Pennsylvania Golf Association Scholarship Fund in memory of Leo Barisano. Send donations to WPGA Scholarship Fund, 930 N. Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Family will welcome friends on Tuesday, May 29, 2018, from 10-12 a.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, 388 Center Avenue, West View, PA 15229, where a Blessing Service will follow at noon. Please leave condolences at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DERRY JOHN T., III AGE 39, OF ...
DERRY JOHN T., III Age 39, of Jefferson Hills, formerly of West Mifflin, on May 24, 2018. Born in McKeesport on December 21, 1978, he was the son of John T. (Jill) Derry Jr. of Tarpon Springs, FL and Debbie (Malloy) Derry of West Mifflin. Husband of his childhood sweetheart, Sadie (Richards) Derry, to whom he was married for 13 years; father of Eva Derry, age 9 and Levi Derry, age 4; grandson of Marcia (Late James) Malloy of West Mifflin and Margaret (Late John Sr.) Derry of West Mifflin; son-in-law of Thomas and Lola (Bowers) Richards of Jefferson Hills; brother of Kristopher (Jennifer) Derry of N. Huntingdon; brother-in-law of Britt (Joseph) Oliver of Jefferson Hills, and Grace (Brian) Dittman of Jefferson Hills. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and his beloved dog, Bentley. Visitation Sunday, May 27, 2018 from 2-8 at MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300 where a funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. with Pastor Chris Jerin of the Jefferson Hills Bible Church officiating. Memorial contributions may be made for the children's education fund. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SHANAHAN MARY G. ON FRIDAY, MA...
SHANAHAN MARY G. On Friday, May 25, 2018, of Castle Shannon. Wife of the late John P. Shanahan; mother of Michael (Sherri), Lisa (Jerry) Stanley, Lori Brandi and Patty Lutz; grandmother of seven; great-grandmother of ten; sister of Joseph Garrison and the late Margaret Frank, Wilbur, William, James, Thomas and Harold Garrison. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Tuesday, May 29 , 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:00. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Winifred Church at 10:00 a.m. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHNEIDER BETTY BEA ON THURS...
SCHNEIDER BETTY BEA On Thursday, May 24, 2018, age 88, of Forest Hills. Sister of Jane Mousseau (the late Earl) of Monroeville, and Claire Dugan (William) of Bellevue. Also survived by nieces and nephews of the Mousseau, Grantz, Huck, Foglio, Dugan, and Briski families, and many friends at Centurian Commons. Betty worked for the City of Pittsburgh Board of Education for 35 years. Friends received Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15221. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 10 a.m. at St. Rosalia Church, 411 Greenfield Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15207. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in Betty's honor to the charity of your choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILLS MAISIE RUTH (NICHOL ) AG...
WILLS MAISIE RUTH (NICHOL ) Age 88, of Ben Avon, peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, May 25, 2018. Beloved wife of the late William R. Wills; loving mother of William R. Jr., Donna (Harry) Ellery, Ken (Joyce), Ted Wills and the late Cynthia M. Wills; cherished grandmother of Lisa and Harry Ellery III; great- grandmother of Mya; sister of Carolyn (the late George W.) Thomas, the late Mary Frances (the late Tom) Dana, the late Margaretha (the late Gerard) Sawyer and the late Charles F. Nichol; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Maisie enjoyed bicycling, knitting, swimming, socializing, gardening and playing the organ at Ross Community United Methodist Church for many years. She was also an animal lover especially her 3 cats. Visitation Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the McDONALD-LINN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC, 529 California Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15202. Funeral Service Wednesday 11 a.m. in Greenstone United Methodist Church, The family would like to thank the staff members of HealthSouth Harmarville, Vincentian Home McCandless and New Hope Assisted Living in Avalon for the care that was given to their mother. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Maisie's memory may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237 or www.thinkoutsidethebox.org. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.mcdonald-linn.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHEETZ THOMAS G. JAMBO ON M...
SCHEETZ THOMAS G. JAMBO On May 24, 2018, age 81 of Munhall. Tom was born in Homestead, the son of the late Joseph and Anne (Shack) Scheetz. Jambo was a retired mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service. Beloved husband of Donna (Ridgway) Scheetz; cherished father of Laura (Leonard) Speis, Thomas (Barbara) Scheetz, Kellie (Edward) Wehrer and Christy Scheetz; loving grandfather of Courtney (Mike) Peters, David (Jamie) Kwolek, Thomas Scheetz, Tyler and Evan Speis and Alexandria and Anastasia Wehrer; special great grandfather of J.D., Nathan, Reese and Anabelle; brother of Dorothy Lesko and Ed Scheetz. Jambo loved to walk, spend time at the beach, was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, doing yard work, Cuz's Morning Coffee Club and spending time with his family. Friends received on Tuesday from 2 4 and 7 9 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall, 15120 (412-461-6394) where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday 11:30 a.m. Please share your memories and condolences at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOSLETT VERNEIL MICHELE Michele passed on Monday, May 7, 2018. Born in Erie, PA 1945. She spent 51 years at her calling as a Nurse, serving in emergency, obstetrics and psychiatric nursing. The Texas Nurses Association and March of Dimes named her Texas Nurse of the Year in 1979 after she opened the second Birth Center in the US, and she is published in the Child Psychiatry and Human Development Journal. She leaves behind a daughter, Katherine; older sister, Diana; several nieces and nephews, and many dedicated colleagues. Her memorial service will be held on June 23, 2018, at St. Philip's Church in Moon Twp., 1629 Beaver Grade Rd., Coraopolis, PA 15108. Arrangements entrusted to the SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, Coraopolis, 412-264-3050. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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