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MCCRACKEN DANIEL P. AGE 43, OF...

October 16, 2018, 7:01 pm
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McCRACKEN DANIEL P. Age 43, of Medford, MA, passed away with his family by his side on Monday, October 8, 2018 at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA. Born June 7, 1975 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Patricia Jean Thiry McCracken and the late William Alexander McCracken. Daniel was a 1993 graduate of North Hills High School. He attended Edinboro University, earning a degree in marketing. Daniel loved the outdoors. He was always there for people, loved by all, and he touched many, many people's hearts. Above all Daniel loved his family. He will be dearly missed and fondly remembered. In addition to his mother, Daniel leaves behind to cherish his memory his fiancée, Lynette Doedens; and his brother, William Alexander (Shannon Cook) McCracken. Friends will be received from 2-4 p.m. and 7- p.m. on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at BOYLAN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 324 E. Grandview Ave., Zelienople, PA 16063. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 19, 2018 at St. Gregory Roman Catholic Church, 2 W. Beaver St., Zelienople, PA 16063, with the Rev. Fr. James Young, officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at boylanfuneralservices.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DITKA LAURA ANN ON OCTOBER 15,...

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DITKA LAURA ANN On October 15, 2018, Laura Ann Ditka, age 55, of Wexford, passed away unexpectedly. Laura was the beloved mother of Chloe Ming Ditka; the daughter of Joyceann Ditka and Ashton (Linda) Ditka; the sister of Anthony (Sam) Ditka and David W. (Molly) Ditka; and the aunt of Connor, Timothy, Lucy, and Maggie Ditka; she is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received Sunday, October 21, 2018, 12-3 and 5-8 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Highway, www.simonsfuneralhome.com. Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, 11:00 a.m., at St. John & Paul Catholic Church, 2586 Wexford Bayne Road. Contributions may be made to Gwen's Girls, www.gwensgirls.org or PAAR, Pittsburgh Action Against Rape. www.paar.net. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHMIDT CHERYL J. (BUDDE) OF B...

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SCHMIDT CHERYL J. (BUDDE) Of Bethel Park, formerly of Spring Hill, FL, passed away on Sunday, October 14, 2018, age 72. wife of the late James T. Schmidt, Jr.; beloved mother of Brian (Wendy) and Kimberly Huff (Chris); loving grandmother of Mackayla, Robert and Maverick. Visitation Thursday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road (RT 88), Library. Funeral service Friday at 11:30 a.m. in Ruthfred Lutheran Church. Interment at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hopsital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105. davidhenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FARRELL MARY JANE (SCHERER) AG...

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FARRELL MARY JANE (SCHERER) Age 96, of Columbus, OH, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on Sunday, October 7, 2018. Beloved wife of the late William Farrell, Jr.; mother of William H. (Sharon) Farrell, Robert J. (Rosann) Farrell, and Mary Beth (the late Don) Wozniak; grandmother of William Farrell, Eric Farrell, Bradley Farrell, and Mitchel Wozniak; great-grandmother of Emma Farrell; sister of her late siblings, James Scherer and Johann Noss; special friend to Cindy Farrell and the late Carolyn (Dutz) Godec; daughter of her late parents, Howard A. and Pearl E. Scherer. Mary Jane was a proud member and long-time employee of the United Steelworkers Union. Visitation on Friday, October 19, 9-10 a.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, 15236, followed by a Blessing Service in the funeral home chapel at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Blind and Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh at bvrspittsburgh.org. Online condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HIGGS THOMAS R. ON MONDAY, OCT...

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HIGGS THOMAS R. On Monday, October 15, 2018, Tom, age 64, of Lawrenceville. Loving husband of Theresa (Suppa) Higgs; beloved father of Christopher Kranic, Dana (Richard) Reed, Thomas, Jr., Christina, Daniel, Nicole (Timothy) Marks Higgs, Debra, Richard, Katrina, and Michael Higgs; brother of Edward, III, Richard, and Joseph Higgs; also survived by 11 grandchildren and 19 greatgrandchildren. Friends received at the JOHN F. MURRAY FUNERAL HOME, INC., Butler at 52nd St., Lawrenceville, where services will be held Friday, 11 a.m. Visitation Thursday only 2-8 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILCAREK JOSEPH D., SR., AGE 7...

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MILCAREK JOSEPH D., SR., Age 76, on Monday, October 15, 2018 of South Side. Beloved husband of Mary Catherine "Cathy" Milcarek for over 52 years; loving father of Joseph D. (Kim Bobnes) Milcarek, Jr. and Frank (Judy) Milcarek; grandfather of Josh (Talia) and Paige Milcarek; great-grandfather of Joshua Milcarek; stepgreatgrandfather of Alana Bobnes; brother of Rita Manski, Sandee (Charles) Wieseckel, Samantha and the late Jerry Milcarek. Also survived by his loving dog Lucy who will be waiting to greet him again. Joe worked at Genes Glass and Radiator for over 38 years. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Wednesday and Thursday, October 17 & 18, 2018 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Friday morning at 10:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Adalbert Church at 11:00 a.m. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLLINS PATRICIA ANNE AGE 83, ...

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COLLINS PATRICIA ANNE Age 83, of Burlington, WI, passed away Sunday, October 14, 2018. Patricia was born September 21, 1935 to the late Walter and Eileen (Fitzgerald) Connelly in New York City. She was raised and educated in New York City. On February 21, 1959, she was united in marriage to James Collins, Jr. in Midland Beach, NY. Following their marriage, they resided in New York, then New Jersey, moving to Twin Lakes, WI in 1967. Together they owned and operated the Pink House Resort and Motel in Twin Lakes from 1968 to 1973. James passed away February 25, 1980. Patricia also worked as a purchaser for Olsun Electric in Richmond, IL for over 40 years and treasured her coworkers there. She also was a loyal Green Bay Packers fan and adored Donald Driver and Aaron Rogers. Patricia is survived by her children, Kathleen "K.C."(George) Penzel and James (Marene) Collins; grandchildren, Caitlin (Dwayne) Gibson, Kevin Collins, Jimmy Penzel, and Erin Penzel; and granddogs, whom she adored, Lucky and Howie; following her father's death and mothers illness, Patricia was raised by her aunts and uncles, Grace and Jim Mahon and Mona and Ed Brody; her cousins, Mary Beekman, Jimmy Mahon, Eileen O'Leary, John, Ned, Terrance, and Cathy Brody were like brothers and sisters to her; she is further survived by Mary Ann McBean, Donna Yeksigian, and Joan AdamcikPenzel; she was preceded in death by her husband; parents; cousins, Ned and Terrance. The family has suggested memorials be made to the Salvation Army. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Charles Catholic Church in Burlington. Burial will follow at St. John's Catholic Cemetery in Twin Lakes. SCHUETTEDANIELS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, Burlington, WI 53105. danielsfamilyfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HICKMAN PRISCILLA AGE 78. PEAC...

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HICKMAN PRISCILLA Age 78. Peacefully on October 14, 2018. Visitation Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m. at the COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., 15206. Funeral service on Friday at 11 a.m. at the Central Baptist Church, 2200 Wylie Ave., 15219. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALTERS AMANDA M. AGE 77, OF L...

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WALTERS AMANDA M. Age 77, of Leetsdale, passed away on Saturday, October 13, 2018. Born December 20, 1940 in Decatur, IL daughter of the late Joe and Bessie (Johnson) McMahon. Beloved wife of the late Albert E. Walters; mother of Aileen (Eric) Happe of Sewickley and step-mother of Christopher (Dawn) Walters of North Ridgeville, OH and the late Daniel Walters; grandmother of Annalise and Lauren; sister of Joe McMahon of Pittsburgh. A graduate of Peabody High School, Amanda went on to earn a degree in Art History from the University of Pittsburgh. Although artistic endeavors including painting and poetry were her first love, she went on to devote her career to teaching. For 30 years she worked as a kindergarten teacher in the Pittsburgh Public Schools. Known as generous and nurturing she was thought of as a second mother by many and she was a caretaker to many over the course of her life. Her greatest joy later in life was spending time with her two grandchildren - rarely a day passed that she was not with them. Her sense of humor and great affection will be missed by all those that loved her. Services are private Announcement by COPELAND'S of Sewickley. The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to Special Olympics. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUZOMBERKA LEONOR E. ON MONDAY...

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RUZOMBERKA LEONOR E. On Monday, October 15, 2018, age 85, of Allison Park. Beloved wife of Frank Ruzomberka; mother of Donna (Jack) Eichner, Jim (Candice) Rosenblatt, Irene (Harry) Eberz, Larry (Lisa) Rosenblatt, Matt (Elaine) Ruzomberka, and the late Hal Rosenblatt; 11 granchildren; and one greatgranddaughter; sister of Eileen Wagner and Teresa Berthold. Friends received Friday 1-8 p.m. at the HAHN FH & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 123 North Avenue, Millvale. Mass of Christian Burial St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Saturday 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to Family Hospice, 310 Fisk Street, Pgh., PA 15201. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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QUINN LULA M. AGE 90. PEACEFUL...

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QUINN LULA M. Age 90. Peacefully on October 13, 2018. Visitation Thursday, 5 to 7 p.m. at the COSTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., 15206. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday at 10:30 a.m. at the St. James Catholic Church, 718 Franklin Ave., 15221. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CIANCIOTTO MONTE A. AGE 82, OF...

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CIANCIOTTO MONTE A. Age 82, of Penn Township, passed away at home on October 12, 2018. Beloved husband of 53 years to Betty Ann Brissel Cianciotto; father of Sheri (Mike) Ventrone, Tom (Renae), and Monte (Jill); grandfather of Kayleigh, Breanne, and Andrew; and also survived by many friends and cousins; he was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Elizabeth Cianciotto; and his sister, Una Rutkowsky. Monte was a 4-year veteran of the US Army. He had a love of fishing, especially at Loyalhanna Lake, where he would take the boat out to "the hole." He also coached football for the Penn Township Midgets. Monte's greatest joy though was his family. Watching his children and then his grandchildren grow up, he never missed a game or activity they were involved in. The family would like to thank Excela Hospice, the nurses and staff on the fourth floor at Westmoreland Hospital, and the staff of Arnold Palmer Cancer Center. Arrangements were entrusted to LINDSAY-JOBE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3343 Route 130, Harrison City. Lindsay-JobeFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAMMILL WILLIAM P., JR. "BILLY...

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HAMMILL WILLIAM P., Jr. "BILLY" Age 70, of Lawrenceville, the owner of Hambone's Pub for over 33 years, surrounded by his family on Monday, October 15, 2018. Beloved father of Ashley K. Hammill; stepfather of Katelyn and Melissa Llewellyn and Ryan Fisher; pap pap of Dominic, Lucas and Owen; son of the late William P. and Madeline "Mal" (Pascarella) Hammill; brother of Kate Hammill and Nancy Collins; uncle of Lauren and Daniel Cesnalis. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th St., Lawrenceville on Thursday and Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service at the funeral home on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEEMILLER MARLENE A. AGE 80, O...

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SEEMILLER MARLENE A. Age 80, of Pittsburgh, passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 15, 2018. Marlene is survived by her beloved children, Bonnie (Paul G.) Herrle and Edward E. (Renee) Seemiller; adored "Nana" of Paul E. (Shelby Gallick) Herrle, Jillian Herrle, Emily Seemiller, Anna Seemiller; and her greatgranddaughter, Paisley; she is also survived by her two sisters; as well as many nieces and nephews; Marlene was preceded in death by her husband, Edward F. Seemiller; parents, James and Mary Flinn; two brothers; and two sisters. She loved to crochet-- making the warmest afghans-- read, and enjoyed rooting for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Marlene was a great Mom and Grandma who enjoyed being around family and making those times special, especially the holidays. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 18, 2018 from 12 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, 10 a.m., October 19, 2018, at St. Germaine Parish, 7003 Baptist Road, Bethel Park, PA, 15102. Donations may be made in Marlene's honor to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WITAS RICHARD OF MONROEVILLE, ...

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WITAS RICHARD Of Monroeville, passed away on Sunday, October 14, 2018 in VA Pittsburgh Hospital. Mr. Witas was born on December 23, 1940 in Citizens General Hospital, the son of the late Theodore and Helen Sumski Witas. He was Executive Assistant to a Judge, a member of St. Bernadette Church and Monroeville American Legion. Richard is survived by his wife of two years, Margaret Witas; daughter, Barbara (Jimmy) Aguilar of Winter Haven, FL; son, Richard Joseph Witas of Turtle Creek; four grandchildren; and one greatgrandson; sisters, Joann (Alex) Signor, Sue Ann Stewart, and Kathleen (Douglas) Morgan, all of Plum Boro. Preceded in death by his late wife Cheeri L. Witas; son, Ronald Theodore Witas; infant brothers, Theodore and Joseph. Friends are being received Thursday, 6-8 p.m.and Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the STEPHEN P. DOLENCE JR. FUNERAL HOME, 557 Unity Center Road, Plum Boro. A Mass of Christian Buril will be celebrated on Saturday, October 20, 2018, at 12 p.m. in St. Bernadette Church. Burial will be Monday, October 22, 2018 in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Contributions may be made to the Mario Lamieux Foundation, Two Chatham Center, Suite 1661, 112 Washington Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOCKEL DAVE N. AGE 69, OF RESE...

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JOCKEL DAVE N. Age 69, of Reserve Township, on Tuesday, October 16, 2018. Beloved husband for 42 years of Toni (Polecretti) Jockel; father of David "Ty," Ben and Nick Jockel; brother of Deborah Skelton and Dan (Tina) Jockel; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on Friday, from 1 p.m. -4 p.m. and 6 p.m.-8 p.m. and on Saturday, from 2 p.m.-6 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC. (West View), where a service will be held immediately following visitation. Please see full obituary at www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WERTKIN STEVEN J. AGE 61, OF L...

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WERTKIN STEVEN J. Age 61, of Lower Burrell, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 15, 2018. He was born October 3, 1957 in New Kensington, to the late Edward and Hilda Chottiner Wertkin, was a 1975 graduate of Burrell High School, received a Bachelor's degree in Business from Penn State, and was a lifelong resident of Lower Burrell. Steve worked most of his life as a telecommunications engineer. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, fishing and watching sports, especially the Steelers. He especially enjoyed spending time with friends and family, and his dog, Molly. Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Lisa A. Hoch Wertkin; sons, Benjamin R. Wertkin of New York City and Joshua N. Wertkin of Lower Burrell; and his brother, Robin S. Wertkin of Pittsburgh. Visitation will be on Wednesday, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in ROSS G. WALKER FUNERAL HOME LTD., 217 Freeport Road, New Kensington, where a service will be held  Thursday, at 10 a.m. Dean Ward will officiate. Burial will follow in Greenwood Memorial Park, Lower Burrell. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, River Walk Corporate Center, 333 East Carson Street, Suite 441, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, or Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley, 533 Linden Avenue, New Kensington, PA 15068. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KENNEDY THERESA C. AGE 77, OF ...

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KENNEDY THERESA C. Age 77, of Mars, formerly of Hazelwood, passed away on Sunday, October 14, 2018, surrounded by family. Born on May 24, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Stephanie Belic Paul. Surviving are her daughters, Theresa Marie (Dennis) Redding of Pittsburgh and Stephanie Lynn (Shirley) Hunter of Killeen, TX; her grandchildren, Scott (Stevie Lee), Danielle (TJ), and James; her great-grandchildren, Shannon, Britney, Carlee, Dylan, and Patrick; a brother, Frank Paul, Jr.; and a sisterin-law, Rosie Paul; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and friends; preceded in death by her husband, James P. Kennedy, whom she married on September 8, 1967 and who died on January 21, 2011; and her siblings, George, Robert, William, and Carol Paul. Friends will be received on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 at the McDONALD-AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA. A blessing service will be held on Friday, October 19, 2018 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home with Rev. Charles Bober, pastor, officiating. Directions and condolences are available at www.mcdonald-aeberli.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORSEK PATRICK FREDERICK OF WE...

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MORSEK PATRICK FREDERICK Of West Mifflin, on October 16, 2018, age 22. Beloved son of Thomas and Linda Suzanne (Hobbins) Morsek; loving brother of Maureen Morsek; grandson of Nancy and Frederick Hobbins; nephew of Kevin and Tracey Morsek, Christine and Henry Cortinovis, Katie and Ray Vilage, and Donna and Butch Tarwacki; cousin of Kerry (Graham) Hubbs, Douglas Cortinovis, and Jon (Lisa) Cortinovis. Patrick was a 2015 graduate of West Mifflin High School, where he was a member of the swim team. He was attending IUP majoring in marketing and also made the Dean's List. He was a proud member of the Army National Guard and was an avid Star Wars fan. Family and friends will be received at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall on Thursday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. A Blessing Service will be Friday, 10 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions may be made in Patrick's memory to the Wounded Warrior Project. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CAPRISTO ANN K. (HUSAR) AGE 86...

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CAPRISTO ANN K. (HUSAR) Age 86, of Duquesne, passed peacefully to her eternal reward on Monday, October 15, 2018, at home. Born October 20, 1931 in Duquesne, she was the daughter of the late Mike and Mary (Matovich) Husar. Mrs. Capristo was a faithful member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, West Mifflin and a meticulous seamstress. She was the beloved wife of 67 years to Gene Capristo; she is also survived by her loving daughter, Cindi and her husband, Dennis Caiarelli, of Duquesne; a son, Dean Capristo and his partner, Susan Brockman, of North Huntingdon; two grandsons, Ryan and his wife, Vicky Caiarelli, and Nathan Caiarelli; four great-granddaughters, Kaitlyn, Ava, Mia, and Cami; and a sister, Maryann (Byron) Rider of Ohio; she was also preceded in death by a sister, Olga Zhukas of Glassport. Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Friday, October 19, 2018 in the WILLIAM S. SKOVRANKO MEMORIAL HOME, INC., Richford and Commonwealth Ave., Duquesne. A Blessing in the Memorial Home on Saturday, October 20 at 10:30 a.m. will be followed by Mass of Christian Burial on her 87th birthday at 11 a.m., with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski as celebrant, in Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin. Rest in peace beautiful mother, for God has called you home. You are loved and will be missed. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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