MACKIEWICZ ANNE "MARICIC" On Tuesday, September 25, 2018, age 96, of Shaler. She went to be home with her beloved husband of 60 years, the late Edward Mackiewicz; cherished mother of Edward (De), Valerie (David) Sins, Paul (Mona) Carl, and Marian (Fred) Yeager; devoted grandmother of Jeffrey (Erin), Joshua, Eric, Adam (Cristy) Mackiewicz, Brandon Sins, Amanda (Matt) Mihalyi, Dale (Brandy) Carothers; great-granny of her little munchkins; sister of Helen Staniszewski. Preceded in death by her parents, George and Dora Maricic and her sisters, Kate Veresh and Barbara Stayduhar. Friends received Friday, 2-8 p.m. at the HAHN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 123 North Avenue, Millvale. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, 11:30 a.m. at Holy Spirit Church. Anne was a long-time member of the Christian Mothers and Bauerstown AARP. The family would like to thank Good Samaritan Hospice for their compassionate and loving care. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MACKIEWICZ ANNE "MARICIC" ON T...
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HAFTMANN REBECCA L. AGE 66 3/4...
HAFTMANN REBECCA L. Age 66 3/4, suddenly, on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 she went to be with her other family, after struggling with her illnesses for a number of years, of Brentwood. Beloved wife of Philip Haftmann for over 39 years; loving mother of Amber (Scott Ilgenfritz)) Haftmann and Katherine (Stephen) Liston; gram of Jakob Haftmann; daughter of the late Robert L. and Luella Ann Gigliotti; adoring sister to David (Debbie) Gigliotti, Robert (Debby) Gigliotti, Jr. and Barbara Gigliotti; niece of Norma Hardman; also survived by her best friend Charlie; and her loving nieces and nephews. Rebecca enjoyed spending her time as a youth director for church. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Friday, September 28, 2018, from 2-8 p.m. where funeral services will be held on Saturday, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to ASPCA, 1101 Western Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 or Lutheran World Relief, PO Box 17061, Baltimore, MD 21297-1061. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FREIDHOF DOROTHY C. AGE 94, OF...
FREIDHOF DOROTHY C. Age 94, of O'Hara Twp., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at Concordia of Monroeville. Dorothy is survived by her daughters, Evelyn (Tom) Gillner of Upper Darby, PA; Joanne Freidhof of Aspinwall, PA; and Arlene (Dean) Patterson of Butler, PA; beloved grandmother of Michele (Bob) DiGiacomo, Lisa (Dave) Martinez, Katie (Jack) Stefanik, Heather Yukob (Richard), Tara Patterson and Emma Patterson; cherished "GG" of Grace and Olivia DiGiacomo, Maddisyn and Baby Martinez, Evan and Ella Stefanik, and Ava Burnette; her brother, Paul (Joan) Stephenson of California; and several nieces and nephews, also survive. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Robert, whom she married on January 4, 1947; infant son, Dennis; her twin sister, Doris; sisters, Ruth Velka and Mary Traska; brother, Robert Stephenson; and brotherin-law, Steve Velka. Visitation from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, September 28, 2018 at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, LTD., 930 Center Avenue, Blawnox, PA 15238, where family and friends will gather at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Septemebr 29, 2018, followed by Funeral Mass at St. Pio Parish/ St. Edward Church, 450 Walnut St., Blawnox, PA 15238 at 11:30 a.m. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery to follow. A rosary will be held during visitation, starting at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Good Samaritan Hospice, 134 Marwood Rd., Cabot, PA 16023, www.concordialm.org or Aspinwall Meals on Wheels, 450 Walnut St., Blawnox, PA 15238, aspinwallmealsonwheels.org www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZOTTER TIMOTHY R. AGE 36, OF R...
ZOTTER TIMOTHY R. Age 36, of Ross Twp., passed away on Monday, September 24, 2018. Beloved son of Karen (Timothy) Warnaby; dear grandson of Theresa Warnaby, Lenore Zotter, and the late Ron and Carol Zotter; also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins; and his beloved dog, "B." There will be no service. Arrangements entrusted to the HUGHES FUNERAL HOME, INC. - Troy Hill. Please visit the families online guest book at hughesfhinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARVEY EMMA P. (PESTA) OF WEST...
HARVEY EMMA P. (PESTA) Of West Mifflin, on September 26, 2018, age 84. Daughter of the late Julius and Emma (Dancso) Pesta; beloved wife of 61 years of William C. Harvey; mother of Lois (Michael) Maranowski, William A. (Diane) Harvey and the late Scott Harvey; sister of Joan (Robert) Bodnar, Irene (late Eugene) Grzyb and the late Mary Mamaeff; grandmother of Gregory Maranowski; also survived by many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Emma was a longtime member of St. Elias Church, volunteering at all of the church fundraisers and festivals. Family and friends will be received at the SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall on Friday, from 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. A Panachida Service will be Friday, at 7 p.m. A Funeral Liturgy will be Saturday, 10 a.m. at St. Elias Byzantine Church, Munhall. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EBKEN HOWARD A. "HOWIE" ON WED...
EBKEN HOWARD A. "HOWIE" On Wednesday, September 26, 2018, age 55, of Wilkinsburg. Cherished son of Helen and the late Howard Ebken; beloved brother of Darlene Weil (Richard) and Suzanne Ebken; uncle of Travis Allabon; he will also be sadly missed by many aunts and cousins and also leaves behind his furry friend, Tiggy. Howie was a kind hearted person who was loved by all. Friends received on Friday, 6-9 p.m. at WOLFE MEMORIAL, LLC., 3604 Greensburg Pike, Forest Hills, PA 15221, where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 12:00 noon. Interment in Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCARANTINO JEAN H. PEACEFULLY ...
SCARANTINO JEAN H. Peacefully on Tuesday, September 25, 2018, Jean H., age 94, of Crafton. Beloved wife for 68 years of Charles A. Scarantino Sr.; loving mother of Charles Scarantino Jr., Deborah (Ken) Boice and Rodney Scarantino; dear grandmother of five grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren; sister of Patricia Patton and Bill (Diana) McGonigle. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER-STOVER INC. FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Avenue, Crafton, on Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Philip Roman Catholic Church, 50 W. Crafton Ave., Pgh., PA 15205 on Saturday at 10 a.m. hershberger-stoverfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAZIK MARGARET (MOYER) "BUTSY"...
MAZIK MARGARET (MOYER) "BUTSY" Of Chalfant Boro, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. Loving wife of the late Robert A. Mazik Sr.; dear mother of Mary Ann (Bill) Becker of Chalfant Boro, the late William R. Mazik and the late Robert A. Mazik Jr.; grandmother of Stacey Mazik; and two greatgrandchildren. Margaret was born in North Braddock, the daughter of Robert and Cathryn Moyer. She was preceded in death by her three sisters, Eleanor Appleby, Melva Beiter, and Alice Anderson. She will be sadly missed by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at WOLFE MEMORIAL LLC, 3604 Greensburg Pike, Forest Hills, PA 15221, where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m., followed by interment in Restland Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GEYER GLORIA M. "GG" ON WEDNES...
GEYER GLORIA M. "GG" On Wednesday, September 26, 2018. Wife of the late Dale Geyer; beloved mother of Dale (Marcia) Geyer, Jr., Edgar (Edith) Geyer and Jay Geyer; also survived by five grand and 14 great-grands; and her dear friend, Maria Reyes. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the WINTER FUNERAL HOME PC., 4730 Friendship Ave., where a funeral service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SANTORO ADELINE (VITOLO) "VICK...
SANTORO ADELINE (VITOLO) "VICKI" Just shy of her 100th birthday, died peacefully on September 17, 2018, after a short incapacitation. Vicki was a graduate of Jeannette High School in 1936 and earned her RN certification from St. Francis Hospital in Pittsburgh PA in 1939. She joined the Army Nurse Corps as a Second Lieutenant, stationed at Fort Story in Virginia Beach, Letterman General Hospital in San Francisco, and Quarry Heights in the Panama Canal Zone where she met and married her husband Vincent. After raising her four children, she practiced nursing in Alexandria VA, until her retirement at the age of 70. Always active and interested in helping the less fortunate, Vicki engaged in many charitable endeavors, including volunteering her nursing skills at the 1968 Resurrection City in Washington, D.C., and in the Emergency Room of Inova Alexandria Hospital, also working at the Carpenter's Shelter for the Homeless and as an active volunteer for ALIVE (Alexandrians InVolved Ecumenically) for many years. She was always involved with her children's activities as a den mother and girl scout leader, even taking all four children to Summer camp while her husband studied for the Bar exam! Never having a drivers' license, Vicki walked everywhere, including to and from Mass and work daily. Vicki loved to dance and so she organized and taught a line-dancing class through Blessed Sacrament Church, which she continued to teach through the age of 94. Vicki's story is highlighted in the Women in Military Service for America Memorial in Washington, D.C. Vicki was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent H. Santoro, and is survived by her four children, Alfred P. Santoro of Redmond OR, Patricia Diulus-Myers of Pittsburgh PA, Jacqueline R. Santoro of San Luis Obispo CA, and Vincent H. Santoro, Jr. of Nashville TN; five adoring grandchildren, Gina Santoro McKenna, Kristen Diulus Campbell, Vincent Santoro, Lauren Diulus Scheuring, and Joseph Santoro; twelve loving greatgrandchildren and one greatgreat-grandchild. She also is survived by her brother, Paul Vitolo of Jeannette PA, and was also predeceased by her sisters, Louise Petrini and Annie Vitolo; and brother, Lazarus Vitolo, all of Jeannette PA. A funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 29, 2018, in the Ascension Church in Jeannette, followed by services at Blessed Sacrament Church in Alexandria VA with military honors and burial in Arlington National Cemetery. Donations may be made in Vicki's memory to the Alzheimer's Association at support.brightfocus.org/alzhei mers/donate. The JOHN V. GRAZIANO FUNERAL HOME INC., Jeannette, entrusted with arrangements. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER JOHN W., SR. "JACK" OF ...
MILLER JOHN W., SR. "JACK" Of Cape Coral, FL, formerly of Shaler Twp., on Tuesday September 25, 2018. Husband of the late Laura L. (McGiffen) Miller; loving father of John W. Miller Jr. (Cathy), Jennifer P. Johnston (Grant) and Sean D. Miller; brother of Karen Chillcott, Robert Miller, Richard Miller, Nancy Miller, Timothy Miller and the late James Miller, Marilyn Pentland and Judith Fletcher; proud grandfather of Stefanie and Heather Miller and Levi and Jenna Johnston; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills, where a Blessing Service will be held Saturday 12 noon. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KEEFE JOHN A. A LIFELONG RESID...
KEEFE JOHN A. A lifelong resident of Mt. Washington, passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. Beloved husband of Donna J. Keefe; loving father of John (Alena) Keefe, Kim (Gary) Marasco and Colleen Keefe; loving Pappy of Alexis, Miranda, Gage, Corey, Chloe, Robert, Jessica and James; cherished great-Pappy of Ryder and Laila; beloved brother of Theresa (Bob) Sabilla, Patricia (Ken) Waters, Margaret Bittner, Judy (the late Greg) Rossmiller, Thomas (Chris) Keefe and the late Robert (surviving spouse Janice) Keefe; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends welcome Thursday, 6-8 p.m., Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at WM. SLATER & SONS INC., (412-381-3345), 301 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington, 15211. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, 8:30 a.m., in St. Mary of the Mount Church. Burial to follow in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to "THE AMAZING KIDS" at The Childrens Institute, 1405 Shady Ave., Pgh., PA 15217. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FEHR MARK R. AGE 63 OF WHITE O...
FEHR MARK R. Age 63 of White Oak, passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. Born January 8, 1955 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late George R. and Helen (Ross) Fehr. A field auditor with GMAC in Cranberry and member of Mt. Vernon Community Presbyterian Church, Mark received his bachelor's degree from Point Park College and his master's in organizational leadership from Geneva College. He is survived by his wife, Susan (Korap) Fehr; his children, Elizabeth Fehr of White Oak and Michael Fehr of Pittsburgh; and his "grandpuppies", Ralph and Ronda. Friends received in the DANIEL F. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 4504 Walnut St., Versailles Boro, McKeesport, PA 15132 (412-678-3454) on Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at Mt. Vernon Community Presbyterian Church on Friday, September 28, 2018 at 11 a.m., with Rev. William Little officiating. There will be no procession from the funeral home; everyone please meet at the church. bekavacfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARKOWITZ NICHOLAS D. "NICK" A...
MARKOWITZ NICHOLAS D. "NICK" Age 83 on September 26, 2018 of Carrick. Beloved husband of Mary Ann (Hackwelder) Markowitz; loving father of Nick (Laura), Jr., Stephen J. and John (Colleen) Markowitz; brother of the late Marie Winovich and Joseph F. Markowitz; also survived by nieces and nephews. Nick was in the Army Reserves for nine years during the Korean War, a Cub Scout and a Boy Scout Leader for 20 years, Electrician for J&L and LTV for 41 years, a member of the "SOAR" Group along with being a Square Dancer for "Happy Go Lucky" for 23 years, a volunteer for the Carrick Meals On Wheels and a member of the Whitehall AARP. Family and friends received on Friday from 2-8 p.m., in the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick. Funeral Prayers Saturday at 9:45 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., in the Holy Apostles Parish St. Basil Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank at www.pittsburghfoodbank.org. Send condolences to, readshawfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUSS EDWARD H. AGE 70, AKA 48,...
HUSS EDWARD H. Age 70, aka 48, of Lincoln Place, formerly of McKeesport, on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. Devoted husband of 40 years, soulmate and best friend of Christine M. (Haas) Huss; beloved son of the late Edward J. and Margaret (Soltesz) Huss; brother-in-law of Sheryl, Gregg (Kathy), Colleen (Tom) and Lynn; uncle of Michael (Sonia), Carrieann (Jimmy), Lisa, Stephanie, Tina and Nicole; great-uncle of Miranda, Karena, Elizabeth and Isabella; godfather of Araina; also survived by his feline furry friend, Pearl, cousins, best friends, friends and all of the people that he loved and who loved him. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Friday, 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, St. Augustine Church on Saturday, at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BELL GLORIA JEAN PEACEFULLY ON...
BELL GLORIA JEAN Peacefully on September 24, opened her eyes in eternity. Survived by children, Robert E. Bell Jr. (Charlene) and Theresa Y. Bell; brothers, Sidney and Alton Harris; sister, Rolene Naveja; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one greatgreat-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other beloved relatives, and friends. Visitation at HOUSE OF LAW, INC., Penn Hills Friday, September 28, 4-8 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Laketon Heights United Methodist Church at 10:00 a.m. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEBASTIAN CARMINE P. AGE 88, O...
SEBASTIAN CARMINE P. Age 88, of Dravosburg, died September 24, 2018. He was the son of the late Angelo and Mary (Dorazio) Sebastian; he is survived by his beloved wife, Dolores (Kovacs) Sebastian; brother, John (Mary Lou) Sebastian of McCandless; and many nieces and nephews. Carmine was a retired school teacher for the city of Pittsburgh, transportation director, and vice principal. He was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish, was a graduate of California University and got his doctorate degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1963. Friends received Thursday, October 4th, 2-4 and 6-8 at the WOJCIECHOWSKI FUNERAL HOME. Funeral Mass will be held Friday, October 5th, 10:30 a.m. at Queen of the Rosary with Rev. Miroslaus Wojcicki. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer's Association 1100 Liberty Ave. Suite E201 Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCOTT ELLEN HUNTER OF FOREST H...
SCOTT ELLEN HUNTER Of Forest Hills and Boothbay Harbor, Maine, peacefully at home on September 23, 2018 from the consequences of brain cancer and multiple sclerosis. Born in Wellesley, MA, on October 22, 1947, she was the first of four children of Walter H. Scott, now of Boothbay Harbor Maine, and the late Virginia Perry Scott. She is survived by her three siblings, Martha Scott Morache of Encinitas, CA, Robert Perry Scott of Lowell, MA, and David Walter Scott of Carlsbad, CA; her dear niece and nephew, Sarah Ellen Morache, and Andrew Walter Scott; and numerous cousins and countless friends. She had been married in Pittsburgh to Richard Narvin and James Muth. Ellen graduated from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in 1970 with a BA in Psychology and from the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health in 1985 with an MHA in Health Administration. Ellen was a cherished member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Wilkinsburg where she served on the Vestry as Treasurer and tutored in the after school Children's Outreach program. She served as a peer counselor for the MS society support group, and was an original member of the long-lasting Bookwomen book group. A memorial service will be held at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 600 Pitt St., Wilkinsburg, PA 15221, on Saturday, September 29, at 2 p.m., Reverend Nancy Chalfant-Walker officiating. Memorial gifts may be made to St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. Arrangements by WOLFE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, LLC., 412-731-5001. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALLEN WILLIAM A. AGE 81, OF HO...
ALLEN WILLIAM A. Age 81, of Homewood. Peacefully on September 24, 2018. Visitation Friday, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at COSTON, GOODEN & BROWN FUNERAL HOME, 605 Brushton Ave., 15208. Funeral service at 12 pm. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SQUIRES DOROTHY E. AGE 95, OF ...
SQUIRES DOROTHY E. Age 95, of Bethel Park, formerly of Fredericktown, on September 26, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Charles L. Squires, M.D. for 65 years; loving mother of Jerry Ewing (Kathy) Squires, and Jay Lloyd Squires; cherished grandmother of three; and greatgrandmother of four; she is preceded in death by one sister, Ruth Miale. Family and friends received Saturday, from 10 a.m. until Noon at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). Interment to follow at Monongahela Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Country Meadows Coworker Foundation, 830 Cherry Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 or kindness shown to Jay in memory of Dorothy. View and share condolences at www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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