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Anderson, Betty Jane 82 Baldwin Borough Died: 2012-10-21 Readshaw, Carrick Betty Jane (McCauley) Anderson, 82, of Baldwin Borough, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. She was the wife of the late Robert L. Anderson; beloved mother of Robert (Chris) Anderson, Belinda (Ray) Rosing, Melody (Mike) Krosky, Edward (Joanne) Anderson, Fawn Blackburn and Daniel Anderson; and sister of Barbara Shinn, David McCauley and the late Laco McCauley Jr. and Etta Gshinsky. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Friends received from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME INC., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday. Interment Jefferson Memorial Park. Send condolences to http://www.readshawfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Antonich, Michael 86 Plum Borough, Formerly of McKees Rocks Died: 2012-10-18 Soxman, Penn Hills Michael Antonich, 86, of Plum Borough, formerly of McKees Rocks, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012. He was the beloved husband of the late Elizabeth (Oswald) Antonich; loving father of James Antonich (Debbie Zupkow), Michael J. (Nicole) Antonich and the late Beverly Jean Mattes; grandfather of eight; and great-grandfather of six. He was retired from the Navy, where he served during World War II and the Korean War. Mike also retired from Papercraft. Friends were received from 10 a.m. until a blessing service at noon Friday, Oct. 19, at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills. Sign / View Guest Book

Bayne, Robert A. 76 Monroeville Died: 2012-10-20 Corl, Monroeville Robert Andrew Bayne, 76, of Monroeville, died Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew Scott Bayne and Dorothy Louise (Shock) Bayne; and brother, Richard Scott Bayne. He was faithfully and unconditionally devoted to his family and also to his soul mate and wife of 52 years, Bonnie (Maureen Elizabeth Butler) Bayne. He is also survived by daughters, Robin (Chad) Hebert and Leigh (Daniel) Roche; son, Robert Andrew Bayne II (Susan Stewart); grandchildren, Shean, Skye, Joseph and Rory; brother, John Bayne, of Ormond Beach, Fla.; and nieces and nephews. Robert graduated from West Deer High School. He attended Southeastern State University and Slippery Rock University. He received his B.S. from Duquesne University. He served in the Army National Guard. He was a member of First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh and served as a Cub Scout Master, Midget Football Coach and was a volunteer for Special Olympics. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed tennis, racquetball and swimming. He retired from Westinghouse Electric Corporation in 1995, after 25 years of service as a manager of business systems. Friends and family were received at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL and CREMATION CENTER OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (one block east of Mosside Boulevard, Route 48), where services were held with celebrant David Hernden, of First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh. Interment followed at Grandview Cemetery in North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer's Research Association of Pittsburgh, http://www.alz.org.pa. Corl Family Directors, 412-372-2100, http://www.corlfuneralchapel.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Boehm, Bernard L. 90 Whitehall Died: 2012-10-20 Jefferson, Pittsburgh Bernard L. Boehm, 90, of Whitehall Borough, passed away Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012. He was the beloved husband of the late Rita (Neckerman) Boehm; loving father of Jude (James) Lauffer, MJ Chase, Richard (Lana) Boehm, Carol Czapik, Faith (Ken) Kerry, Martin Boehm, John Boehm and the late William Boehm; proud grandfather of 11 and great-grandfather of five. Bernard is also survived by one brother-in-law, two sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. Friday at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills. A service with military honors will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the chapel. Interment to follow at Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Light of Life Missions. http://www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Sign / View Guest Book

Boyle, Blanche O. 73 McKeesport Born: 1939-07-18 Died: 2012-10-23 Strifflers, Mckeesport Blanche O. Boyle, 73, of McKeesport, died Monday, Oct. 23, 2012, in ManorCare Health Services, Shadyside. She was born July 18, 1939, in Greensburg, the daughter of the late Walter and Iva Barnes Markowitz Sr. She is survived by her lifelong friend and companion, John Mains, with whom she resided; her two brothers, Walter Markowitz Jr., of Burlington, N.J., and Augustus Mellott, of Iowa. Services were held Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, at STRIFFLERS'S OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES, 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, supervisor, 412-678-6177). Sign / View Guest Book

Bradac, Gloria M. 74 Glenshaw Died: 2012-10-24 Neely, Glenshaw Gloria M. Bradac, 74, of Glenshaw, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. She was the beloved wife of Joseph; loving mother of Jo Ann Fastuca (Paul), Gary (Barb), Mark and Amy Bradac (Douglas Speckhard); cherished grandmother of Julianna, Brittany, Joseph, Annabella and Nicholas; sister of John Wanninger; also survived by nephews. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Catherine of Sweden. Please visit us at http://www.neelyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Brewster, Betty M. 76 Brentwood Died: 2012-10-22 Slater, Brentwood Betty M. "Bets" Brewster, 76, of Brentwood, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. She was the long-time friend of Nancy Perry; daughter of the late Robert and Isabell Brewster; sister of the late Robert (Carolyn) Brewster; honorary sister to Charles (Doris) Perry, Dorothy (Robert) Padgett, Linda (Jerry) Lawrence, and the late Barbara Weeter, Ronald (survived by Yvonne) Perry, Georgianna (survived by Art) Lawson; beloved aunt of Diane (Brad) Van Derwork, Jeffrey (Tina) Corle, Kimberly (Michael) Griffith, Robert (Elizabeth) Brewster, Nancy Brewster, Melissa (Greg) Fetzer, Rhonda (Randy) Shook, Amy Munksgard, Andrea (Pat) Sheen, Carolyn Brewster and the late David Brewster; also survived by many loving great-nieces and -nephews. Betty attended Clarion University and the University of Pittsburgh and graduated from Homestead Hospital School of Nursing. She worked for 38 years at St. Clair Hospital where she helped bring thousands of babies into the world. She started in OB labor and delivery and went on to become director of OB and Pediatric Services. Betty volunteered as an aid at Elroy Elementary School, was a member of Brentwood Cares and was a part of the Brentwood High School Hall of Fame Committee. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, where funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Friday. If desired, family suggests contributions to Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 1332 North Halsted St., Suite 201 Chicago, IL 60622. Please send condolences to http://www.johnfslater.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Bridge, Daniel C. 71 McCandless, Formerly of North Side Died: 2012-10-24 Simons, Pittsburgh Daniel Clark Bridge, 71, of McCandless, formerly of the North Side, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. He was the beloved husband to Judith (Shemo) Bridge; father of Diane Bridge and Daniel (Christy) Bridge; grandfather of Daniel and Elisabeth; brother of Lee Bridge, Robert (Barbara) Bridge, Gerard (Sue) Bridge and the late Patricia Gassner; brother-in-law of Elmer Gassner; son of the late Lee and Emma Bridge; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Daniel was the passionate owner of Daniel C. Bridge Carpets, Wall Coverings, PPG Paints and Bridge's Sweeper Service. He was also a member of the Slippery Rock Campground Association, where he was known as "Dapper." Friends will be received from 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME INC., 7720 Perry Highway, where services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday. Contributions may be made to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation National Processing Center, PO Box 1245, Albert Lea, MN 56007-9976. http://www.simonsfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Buick, Marie I. 93 Baldwin-Whitehall Died: 2012-10-22 Slater/Brentwood, Pittsburgh After more than 93 active years, Marie I. Buick died peacefully on Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. She and her husband, the late Thomas A. Buick, lived in Baldwin-Whitehall since 1958. She was the beloved mother of Tom (Gail) Buick of Tempe, Ariz., and Linda (Ron) Campbell; also five granddaughters; and more than seven great-grandchildren, all of Arizona; daughter of the late Nicholas and Ethel Mavromatis; sister of the late Virginia (Bill) Mondy. Marie, a valedictorian of Belle Vernon High School, graduated in 1940 from Shady Side School of Nursing. She worked as an RN in operating, intensive care and recovery rooms for close to three decades. Marie was a devoted member of Whitehall Presbyterian Church, circle groups, and volunteered through Crafty Ladies and Mission Closet. She was a knowledgeable sports fan, enjoyed St. Elizabeth's Seniors, Whitehall's Cultured Pirls, Baldwin AARP, walking two miles daily with six neighborhood friends, and traveling around throughout the U.S. Celebrate Marie's nurturing ways and inner strengths with her family Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday Please no flowers, family suggests contributions to Whitehall United Presbyterian Church, 4935 East Willock Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15227; or Brentwood Meals on Wheels, 3725 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Please send condolences to http://www.johnslater.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Cagney Jr., Sam 79 Monroeville Born: 1932-11-23 Died: 2012-10-23 Corl, Monroeville Sam Cangey Jr., 79, of Monroeville, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, from complications from a stroke. Born Nov. 23, 1932, in Mahoningtown, he was the son of the late Rosina and Serafino Cangey. He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 56 years, Charlotte (Hannon) Cangey, of Monroeville; brothers, Domenick Cangey, of New Castle, and Ralph Cangey, of Austintown, Ohio; sister, Phyllis Stewart, of Butler; sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Cangey and Connie Hannon; and brother-in-law, Russell Hannon, all of New Castle; and many nieces, nephews and godchildren. He was preceded in death by sisters, Antoinette Mastren, Mary (Frank) Chirumbolo and Nancy Cangey; and brothers, Frank Cangey and Joseph Cangey. Sam was a graduate of New Castle Senior High School and Youngstown State University. He retired from the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board and State Police after 44 years. He was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Monroeville. He loved to play poker and to bowl, and bled black n' gold for all Pittsburgh sports teams, especially the Pirates. He enjoyed fall drives, feeding the birds and his trips to the Monroeville Library. His family and friends will always cherish his generous heart and kind spirit. The family received at St. Bernadette Church. A memorial Mass followed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Bernadette Church's Ladies of Charity, the American Diabetes Association and the American Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL and CREMATION CENTER OF MONROEVILLE. Sign / View Guest Book

Cardamone, Vincent M. 66 Turtle Creek Died: 2012-10-14 Lanigan, Turtle Creek Vincent M. Cardamone, 66, of Turtle Creek, died Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012. He was the beloved father of Damon (Denise) Cardamone, of Monroeville; dear son of Attilio and Anne (Roppo) Cardamone, of Monroeville; brother of Jeff (Mary) Cardamone, of West Mifflin, and their children, Illiana, Nico and Nevin; also survived by his brother, Jeff (Mary) Cardamone and their children, Illiana, Nico and Nevin Cardamone. He was preceded in death by his brother, Tim Cardamone. Vinnie was an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War. For many years, he was active in the restaurant business at various positions in restaurants in Kansas City. Upon his return to Pittsburgh in 2011, Vinnie has tended bar at The Wooden Nickel and Oakmont Country Club. Friends were received last Tuesday at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, TURTLE CREEK/MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James Street, Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350. A Mass of Christian Burial was held last Wednesday in St. Colman Church followed by a rendering of military honors. Burial was last Thursday at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. http://www.laniganfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Christofel, Arlene 83 Jefferson Hills Born: 1928-11-01 Died: 2012-10-21 Slater, Clairton Arlene "Sally" Christofel, 83, of Jefferson Hills, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. She was born Arlene Lucille Holdsworth, Nov. 1, 1928, in Jefferson Township (now Jefferson Hills) one of five children to James and Ethel (Eden) Holdsworth. Sally was a 15 year participant in the Jefferson Regional Cardiac Rehab Program, a charter member of the West Jefferson Hills Historical Society and a member of Jefferson United Methodist Church in Jefferson Hills. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon L. Christofel, in 1968; and all of her siblings, sisters, Thelma Hamilton, Mary Hartlein and Mildred Berguin, and brother, Alfred "Bud" Holdsworth. Sally is survived by three children, two sons, Kevin L. Christofel and James E. (Denise L.) Christofel, and daughter, Kathy L. (Cliff). Kosmatine; two granddaughters, Kaitlyn (Scott) Poploski and Carolyn Barry; and one great-granddaughter, Julie Lynn Poploski. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the STEPHEN D. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 1701 State Route 51 (Large), in Jefferson Hills, where her funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday. The Rev. Sandra Marsh-McClain, of Jefferson United Methodist Church in Jefferson Hills, will officiate at the service. Interment will be in Jefferson Memorial Park Cemetery in Pleasant Hills. If desired donations may be made to the American Heart Association. For condolences visit http://www.stephendslater.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Corcoran, Sheryl L. 65 Baldwin Died: 2012-10-24 Griffith, Pittsburgh Sheryl L. (Slenkamp) Corcoran, 65, of Baldwin, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. She was the beloved wife of Joseph Corcoran; loving mother of Sandra Corcoran and Coleen (Michael) McSteen; grandmother of Shawn, Rachael, Shannon, Colin, Shea and Aidan; sister of the late Eunice Melani and Kathleen Labolli; and aunt of Karin, Lisa and Kate. Friends and family are welcome to a celebration of Sheryl's life beginning Sunday at noon at the Corcoran residence, 502 Lucy Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. http://www.griffithmortuary.net. Arrangements by GRIFFITH MORTUARY INC., 412-655-4400. Sign / View Guest Book

Cressler, LaVerne 87 Plum Died: 2012-10-16 Smith, Blawnox LaVerna "Pet" Cressler, 87, of Plum, died Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late Bill Cressler; loving mother of Mike (Maryann), Doug (Karen), Ken, John (Kerrie) and daughter, Mickey (Don); grandmother to Melissa, April, Holly, Clay, Valerie, Katie, Bill, Andrew and Nolan; great- grandmother of Lauren, Erika, Emma, Rocco, Cole and Isabella; great-great-grandmother of Danica and "baby girl" due in February. She devoted her life to hospice work and touched so many families with her kindness and compassion. She will be missed by all that knew her. Her wishes were to have no visitation or services. Mom will be laid to rest with Dad at Arlington Cemetery. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. The family asks, if you so do desire, to make a donation in her name to Forbes Hospice, c/o West Penn Hospital, 4400 Friendship Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Professional services entrusted to the care of THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY LTD., Blawnox. Sign / View Guest Book

Davis, Fred E. 71 West Mifflin, Formerly of Dravosburg Born: 1941-05-22 Died: 2012-08-28 Finney, Dravosburg Fred Edward Davis, 71, of West Mifflin, formerly of Dravosburg, died Tuesday morning, Aug. 28, 2012, at the Mt. Vernon of South Park Senior Living Center. He was born May 22, 1941, in McKeesport, to the late Clarence E. and June R. Boyd Davis. Fred was a Navy Veteran having served in Vietnam and retired from faithful service to his country as a master chief. Following retirement, he worked on the City of Pittsburgh Public School lead investigative unit for the Allegheny County Health Department. Fred was a member of Dravosburg First Christian Church - Disciples of Christ and the Dravosburg American Legion Post 380. Survivors include his daughter, Sharon Rickman, of Greenwood, Ind.; son, Scott Davis (Rose Kaska), Jefferson Hills; brothers, James L. Davis, of Dravosburg; sister, Cheryl Dupak, of Dravosburg; grandchildren, Andrew (Yvonne) Smiley, of Elizabeth, Tenn., and Brandon Smiley, of Greenwood, Ind.; a great-grandson on the way, Edward Smiley; also survived by additional loving family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, at Dravosburg First Christian Church - Disciples of Christ. I.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 203 Fourth St., Dravosburg, is serving the Davis Family. Online condolences may be posted on http://www.finneyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

DiVirgilio Sr., Albert M. 91 Clairton Died: 2012-10-24 Hunter-Edmundson-Striffler, McKeesport Albert M. "Al Snow" DiVirgilio Sr., 91, of Clairton, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. He was born April 10, 1921, in Delmont, and is the son of the late Michael and Edith Mitchell DiVirgilio. He retired after 43 years from USS Clairton Works as a boiler maker and served in the Army during World War II. He is survived by his children, Denise Pellegrino, with whom he resided, and Albert DiVirgilio, of Forward Township; stepchildren, Linda (Garner) Heath, of Elizabeth, Maryann Morey, of New Mexico, Faith Murphy, of Phoenix, Ariz., Roland (Kathy) Crookham, of Carnegie; many grandchildren, great grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Henry (Betsy) DiVirgilio, of Perryopolis, Russ DiVirgilio, of Pleasant Hills, Edmond (Beatrice) DiVirgilio, of Detroit, Mich., Dino (Norma) DiVirgilio, of Perryopolis, Louise Giovannelli, of Perryopolis, and Loretta Gabor, of Cleveland, Ohio. Friends will be received from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at HUNTER-EDMUNDSON-STRIFFLER FUNERAL HOME, 600 Market St., McKeesport, 412-678 6191. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Ron Schermerhorn officicating. Entombment will follow in Lebanon Chapel Mausoleum of West Mifflin. Sign / View Guest Book

Dolan, Carol J. 64 North Side Died: 2012-10-22 Schellhaas, Pittsburgh Carol J. (Skeens) Dolan, 64, of the North Side, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. She was the beloved wife for 13 years of William L. Dolan; mother of Tammara Weaver and Robert (Mary) Weaver; sister of Phyllis (John) Koerbel; and grandmother of Jessica, Joshua and Alyssa Weaver. Carol enjoyed traveling and spending time with her grandchildren and family. Family will welcome friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME and CREMATION SERVICES INC., 388 Center Ave., West View, where services will be held following visitation at 8 p.m. in the funeral home. Please pay tribute at http://www.schellhaasfh.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Donia, Dorothy M. 91 Ross Township Died: 2012-10-22 Schellhaas, West View Dorothy M. (Stewart) Donia, 91, of Ross Township, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late Dale Kunkel; mother of Ken Wright and Anthony (Bunny) Donia; grandmother of Stephanie Yocca; sister of the late Edward C. Stewart; and sister-in-law of Wilma L. Stewart. Also survived by four great-grandchildren. At Dorothy's request, there will be no visitation. Service and interment will be private. There will be a memorial gathering at a future date. Arrangements by SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME and CREMATION SERVICES INC., West View. Please pay tribute at http://www.schellhaasfh.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Duff, Ronald O. 60 Natrona Born: 1951-10-31 Died: 2012-10-15 Duster, Tarentum Ronald O. Duff, 60, of Natrona, passed away Monday, Oct. 15, 2012, at his home. He was born Oct. 31, 1951, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Kenneth and June M. (Reckner) Duff. He had lived most of his life in Natrona. Ronald was a municipal waste collector and formerly worked at Andrew Drum Hauling. He was of the Methodist faith and a Graduate of Riverview High School. He enjoyed bike riding and bingo. He enjoyed his favorite stops at Tomson's scrap metal, especially with Ted Tomson, whom he considered his best friend. Ronald is survived by his sister, Donna Jean Duff, of Meadville; brothers, James Duff, of Butler, and Larry Duff, of Natrona. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, William Lee and Robbie Duff. There will be no public visitation or services. Interment will be private in Mt. Airy Cemetery, Natrona Heights. Arrangements are being handled by the DUSTER FUNERAL HOME INC., Tenth Avenue at Corbet Street, Tarentum, 724-224-1526. Visit: dusterfuneralhomeinc.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Duffy Jr., John M. 87 Millvale Died: 2012-10-21 Healy-Hahn, Millvale John Martin Duffy Jr., 87, of Millvale, passed away Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. He was the beloved husband of the late Margaret M. (O'Toole) Duffy; loving father of Cathy Duffy Anderson (Daniel Smith), Jackie Mizuk (Karl); and grandfather of Brian Anderson and Grayson Mizuk; brother of Mary Duffy Armstrong and Kay Duffy Oswald. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews; and two stepgrandsons, Adam and Ryan Smith. Mr. Duffy served in the Navy during World War II aboard the USS Lexington, where he received the Pacific Theater Ribbon (five stars), American Theater Ribbon, the Victor Medal and Philippine Liberation Ribbon (two stars). Friends will be received from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the HEALY-HAHN FUNERAL HOME INC., 512 Grant Ave., Millvale, 412-821-2940. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday in Holy Spirit Parish. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Holy Spirit Parish, 608 Farragot St., Millvale, PA 15209. Sign / View Guest Book

Durkac Jr., Paul F. 71 Natrona Born: 1940-12-11 Died: 2012-10-24 Duster, Tarentum Paul F."Butch" Durkac Jr., 71, of Natrona, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, at Good Samaritan Hospice at Concordia. He was born Dec. 11, 1940, in Natrona, a son of the late Paul F. Durac Sr. and Julia (Urbanski) Durkac. Paul had lived most of his life in Natrona. He was employed at Allegheny Ludlum Steel Corp., in Brackenridge, for 30 years in the maintenance department and prior to that worked at Braeburn Steel. Paul was a veteran of the Army and was of the Catholic Faith. He was a member of PNA, Natrona, and a 1958 graduate of Har Brack High School. He enjoyed bowling with PNA for a number of years, was an avid fisherman and hunter and especially enjoyed his camp at Tidioute. Paul is survived by his brother, Gerald R. (Judith) Durkac, of Russellton; a sister, Diane Durkac, of Natrona; a nephew, Ronald (Traci) Durkac, of Monroeville; a niece, Heather (David) Wygonik, of Natrona Heights; and a nephew, Vaughn Bumbrey, of Natrona. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by an aunt, Elizabeth Urbanski. Relatives and friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2012, and from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Saturday in the DUSTER FUNERAL HOME INC., Tenth Avenue at Corbet Street, Tarentum, 724-224-1526. A blessing service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in the funeral home by the Rev. Aaron J. Kriss, pastor of Holy Martyrs Church, Tarentum. Interment will be in St. Ladislaus Cemetery, Natrona Heights. Sign / View Guest Book

Erario, Anne M. 98 Stanton Heights Died: 2012-10-25 Zalewski, Pittsburgh Anne M. (Mancerella) Erario 98, of Stanton Heights, on Thursday, October 25, 2012. Beloved wife of the late John R. Erario, Sr.; loving mother of John R. (Margaret) Erario and Ronald Erario; devoted grandmother of Christopher Erario of Phoenix, AZ and Amy (Eric) Pfeffer of Scarsdale, N.Y.; cherished great-grandmother of Alexandra Erario, Jonah and Henry Pfeffer; daughter of the late Samuel and Carmela (Coco) Mancerella; sister of Joseph Mancerella, the late Jenny, Lucille, Rose, Paul, Samuel and Edward Mancerella; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th St., Lawrenceville. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Raphael Church. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery (Sharps Hill Road). Sign / View Guest Book

Falvo, Louise E. 81 Duquesne Died: 2012-10-24 Teichart-Gracan Funeral, Duquesne Louise E. "Betty" Falvo, 81, of Duquesne, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. She was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Sarah (Constantino) Falvo. She is survived by her sister, Olive (Andy) Haley, of West Mifflin; sisters-in-law, Doris (Jennery) Falvo, Geraldine (Samuel) Falvo and Patricia (Victor) Falvo; also nieces and nephews and great-nieces. She was preceded in death by sister, Catherine M. Falvo, of Duquesne, who died Oct. 8, 2012; brothers, Jennery Falvo, of West Mifflin, Jasper Falvo, of West Mifflin, Samuel Falvo, of Atlanta, Ga., and Victor Falvo, of Matawan, N.J.; and sister-in-law, Armella (Jasper) Falvo. Betty was a retired secretary/bookkeeper for Christ the Light of the World Parish; secretary to the president of Iron City Sand and Gravel and worked for US Steel Duquesne Works. She was a member of CLW; Knights of Columbus Senior Citizens and was a graduate of Duquesne High School. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at TEICHART-GRACAN FUNERAL HOME, Duquesne. A funeral blessing will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home followed by an 11 a.m. Mass at Holy Name Church with the Rev. Dennis Colamarino. Interment following Holy Name Cemetery. Sign / View Guest Book

Ford Jr., James J. 69 Mercer, Formerly of Etna Died: 2012-10-21 Neely, Glenshaw James J. Ford Jr., 69, of Mercer, formerly of Etna, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. He was the husband of Karen Piotrowski Ford; father of Jennifer Ford and James J. Ford III (Emily); loving Pap-Pap of Evan Hines and Justin Ford; son of the late James and Margaret Ford; brother of Kathie F. Zabelski (Chick), Ruth A. Luther, Mary Ann Simon, Thomas P. Ford (Michele) and Joan A. Dorn (Billy); brother-in-law of Midge Beebe (Rich) and Mike Piotrowski (Mary); also survived by many nieces and nephews; and special companion to Ben. Jim was the owner of Ford's Tavern in Bauerstown for 26 years and was happy to retire to his farm in Mercer. Visitation from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Thursday at All Saints Church, Etna. Memorials suggested to the National Kidney Foundation, 3109 Forbes Ave., Suite 101, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3000. Please visit us at http://www.neelyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

French, George G. 75 Glen Allen, Va., Formerly of Sewickley Died: 2012-10-20 Copeland, Sewickley George Gilchrist French, 75, of Glen Allen, Va., formerly of Sewickley, died Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012, in Richmond, Va. Mr. French was employed for more than 30 years in corporate and marketing communications capacities for Blue Cross of Western Pennsylvania, retiring in 1996 shortly after its merger with Pennsylvania Blue Shield to form Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. Previously, he worked as a reporter for The Homestead Messenger and The Pittsburgh Press. Mr. French was graduated from Pennsylvania State University in 1960 and was active in local Penn State alumni affairs, serving as president of The Penn State Club of Allegheny County in 1975. An avid Penn State football fan, Mr. French missed just two home games in 35 years as a season ticket holder. Mr. French was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin W. and Kathryn C. French; and two brothers, Thayer C. French and William C. French (his widow, Irma). Surviving Mr. French are a sister-in-law, Susan E. French, of Belmont, Mass.; a niece, Catherine Marie French Zagurskie (Timothy), of Richmond, Va.; a nephew, William G. French (Emily), of Glen Allen, Va.; and two grandnephews, Nolan W. and Brayden P. French. Friends were received Wednesday, October 24, 2012, at RD COPELAND LTD.-IRVINE CHAPEL, 702 Beaver St., Sewickley, where funeral services will be held at noon Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012. Burial will be in Sewickley Cemetery. Sign / View Guest Book

Granchi, Florence North Braddock Died: 2012-10-15 Lanigan, East Pittsburgh Florence (Thomas) Granchi, 86, of Monroeville, formerly of North Braddock, died Monday, Oct. 15, 2012. She was the beloved wife for 32 years of the late William E. Granchi; loving mother of Carole (Joe) Forno, of Monroeville, and the late Gary W. (surviving spouse, Vickie) Granchi; devoted grandmother to the late Jared Forno; and sister of Helen (the late Jack) Harchelroad, of East Pittsburgh, and Edward (Elsie) Thomas, of Monroeville. Florence was preceded in death by her sister, Pauline Thomas; and her brothers, Joseph (surviving spouse, Hilda), John (the late Pauline), Michael (the late Wilma), Frank and Andrew (the late Marguerite) Thomas; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Flo was a former employee of Westinghouse, East Pittsburgh plant and she was a former cafeteria worker for U.S. Steel, Edgar Thomson Works. Flo was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the North Braddock Vol. Fire Department. Friends were received last Wednesday at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave., East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. A Mass of Christian Burial was held last Thursday in St. Bernadette Church. Burial followed at Braddock Catholic Cemetery. Flo's family extends their heartfelt thanks to Interim Hospice, especially Denise and Rainey, for their excellent care to Flo. Memorial donations may be made to St. Bernadette School, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville, PA 15146. http://www.laniganfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Haas, Cheryl A. Level Green Died: 2012-10-19 Alfieri, Wilmerding Cheryl Ann (Thompson) Haas, of Level Green, died peacefully Friday, Oct. 19, 2012, after a courageous four-year battle with cancer surrounded by her loving family. She was a computer tech at Westinghouse Energy Center in Monroeville. A daughter of th late Richard and Agnes (May) Thompson, she was the beloved wife of James E. "Jim" Haas; loving mother of Kari Lyn (Ricky) O'Brien, Kevin M. Fisher, Anthony J. "Tony" (Esta) Haas and John R. (Jennifer) Haas; cherished grandmother of Kailyn Ann O'Brien, Jessica, Sierra, Derek and Sabian Haas; sister of Susan "Susie" Thompson; also survived by brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, numerous friends and all who loved her. Friends were received in the ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME INC., 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, 412-824-4332. Sign / View Guest Book

Hamilton, William R. 92 Monroeville, Formerly of North Huntingdon Died: 2012-10-24 Shirley, North Huntingdon William R. Hamilton, 92, of Monroeville, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. He was the beloved husband of the late Olive R. McCullough Hamilton for 57 years. He was survived by Evie Welsh, who was his loving companion and caregiver for 15 years. William was the loving father of Russ Hamilton and wife, Carol, and Paul Hamilton and wife, Jan, all of North Huntingdon. William was preceded in death by his oldest son, William H. Hamilton and his surviving wife, Mary Ann Nataro Hamilton. He was a grandfather to seven, Chad, Matthew, Mark, Eric, Michael, Melissa and Scott; and great-grandfather to eight. Bill served in the Navy during World War II aboard the USS McIntrye, where he received the Purple Heart and was a POW. Bill was a member of the Syrian Shrine, 32nd degree Mason, and his biggest passion was barbershop quartet singing and was the longest living member of the society with 72 years consecutive membership serving in many capacities in addition to his joy of singing with his many quartets. Friends were received at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. Mass was at Immaculate Conception Church. Interment took place at Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to: Barbershop Harmony Society, 110 Seventh Ave. N., Nashville, TN 37203-3704, or the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America. http://www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Henciak, Patricia B. 82 Mt. Oliver Died: 2012-10-24 Jefferson, Pleasant Hills Patricia B. (Devers) Henciak, 82, of Mt. Oliver, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late Jerome E. Henciak; loving mother of Barbara (Paul) Altman, Cynthia (Frank) Buccieri and Lisa (Fran) Henciak; grandmother of Brian Altman, Nicole and Kyle Buccieri, Miles and Harper Yarger; sister of Mercedes Wess; also survived by niece, Tina Grzybowski; and great-niece, Kristin Zeppuhar. A funeral Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church, Pleasant Hills. Arrangements entrusted to JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME INC. Interment at Jefferson Memorial Park. http://www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Sign / View Guest Book

Herdlick, Raymond L. 80 McKees Rocks Died: 2012-10-21 McDermott, McKees Rocks Raymond L. Herdlick, 80, of McKees Rocks, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. He was the beloved husband of the late Dolores (Matovich); loving father of Robert (Ginger), Raymond (Susan), Sandra (David) Stile and Deborah (Charles) McCormick; also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and dear brother of Charles. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 1225 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks, where funeral prayers will be offered at 9 a.m. Friday, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at St. John of God Parish, the Church of St. Mary's. http://www.mcdermottfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Hershberger, Betty M. 100 Formerly of Green Tree Died: 2012-10-24 Hershberger-Stover, Pittsburgh Betty M. Hershberger, 100, formerly of Green Tree, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. She was the wife of the late A. Graham Hershberger; beloved mother of Kenneth D. Hershberger; and aunt of Carole Raboch. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the HERSHBERGER-STOVER INC. FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Ave., Crafton, where funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Presbyterian Church of Crafton Heights, 50 Stratmore Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Sign / View Guest Book

Hollinger Jr., Theodore W. 79 Verona Died: 2012-10-19 English, Oakmont Theodore W. Hollinger Jr., 79, of Verona, died Friday, Oct. 19, 2012. He was the son of the late Theodore W. Hollinger and Mary Verner Hollinger; beloved husband of the late Lucy A. Doles Hollinger; loving father of Pamela J. Curcio (Jim), Scott A. Hollinger (Kathy), Lori Ann Massaro (Bob) and Mary Beth Higgins (Scott); and proud grandfather of Michael, Janine, Lindsay, Nicole, Samantha, Alexander, Mathew, Lucia and Sophia. He was survived by siblings, Theresa Lasher, Dorothy Murray and Ann Bigenho; and sister-in-law, Bernice Eicheldinger; and preceded in death by siblings, Valerie Clark, Eleanor Dudczak, Jack Hollinger, Dick Hollinger, Edward (Conk) Hollinger and Alice Mialki. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, at the ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139, where a blessing service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday. Interment to follow at St Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Family Hospice and Palliative Care, 50 Moffett St., Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Sign / View Guest Book

Hopkins, Jack M. 93 Glassport Died: 2012-10-23 Wojciechowski, Glassport Jack M. Hopkins, 93, of Glassport, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, at home. He was the son of the late Joseph and Alice (Freelander) Hopkins; beloved husband of Corrine (Tomedolsky) Hopkins; father of Martin Hopkins, of Glassport, and Kevin (Cheryl) Hopkins, of Glassport; grandfather of Jonathan, Jarred, Jeffrey and Kimberly; brother of Katherine (the late Albert) Solan; brother-in-law of Florence Tomedolskey; also nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers, Joseph (Ida) Hopkins and William Hopkins; and sisters, Helen (Arthur) Marini, Mina (Arthur) Disegi and Ruth (Jack) Connor. Jack was retired from Firth Sterling in McKeesport and also former Steelmet in Port Vue. An Army veteran, he was a member of Queen of the Rosary Church, former little league manager (Tigers and Dodgers) in Glassport, loved the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates, local high school football and Greensburg Central Catholic girls basketball. He watched the Rosary and Mass everyday of Mother Angelica's on EWTN. The family would like to thank the nurses at Gateway Hospice and UPMC Jefferson Regional Home Health Care. Friends received from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at WOJCIECHOWSKI FUNERAL HOME, Glassport. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Queen of the Rosary Church with the Rev. Kedzierski. Interment following at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to EWTN, 5817 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AL 35210-9948, or your favorite charity. Sign / View Guest Book

Jance, Joan E. Baldwin Died: 2012-10-23 Slater, Brentwood Joan E. Jance, of Baldwin Borough, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late George J.; loving mother of Joan (Arthur) Schiebel, Sharon (Paul) Preffer, George Jr. (Joni), Edward (Anne) and James (Debra); grandmother of Jen (Bill) Vavro, Carolyn (Colin) Fink, Benjamin (Anna) Schiebel, Jason, Nathaniel and Julia Preffer, Megan and George Jance III, and Clifford and Kramer Jance; also survived by six great-granddaughters and many loving friends. Joan was a lifelong member of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. Friends will be received from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood. Funeral prayer will be held at 10:15 a.m. Saturday morning. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. If desired, family suggests contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Please send condolences to http://www.johnfslater.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Katrincsak, John A. 87 West Mifflin Died: 2012-10-23 Savolskis-Wasik-Glenn, Homestead John A. Katrincsak, 87, of West Mifflin, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. He was the beloved husband of Mary Anne (Lesko) Katrincsak; father of Mary Jo (Charles) McBride, Linda (Bill) Gregory, Melanie (Bruce) Smith and Jennifer (Scott) Groomes; brother of the late Margaret Katrincsak; grandfather of Adam, Jeremy, Lindsay, Grace, Caleb and Henry; and son of the late John L. and Johanna (Bodnar) Katrincsak. John was a retired welder from USS Homestead Works, a veteran of the Army Air Corps, serving in WWII, Pacific Campaign, and a member of the VFW Post 8792. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. Friday at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main St., Munhall. Panachida service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday. A funeral liturgy will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Elias Byzantine Church, Munhall. Memorial contributions may be made in John's memory to Three Rivers Hospice, 1195 Jacks Run Road, North Versailles, PA 15137 (http://www.threerivershospice.org) or St. Elias Church Building Fund. http://www.swgfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Kay, Richard 70 Plum Died: 2012-10-22 Trenz, Penn Hills Richard "Dickie" Kay, 70, of Plum, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. He was the beloved father of Carie Johnson (Richard), Jodi Holley (Keith), Tina Kaufman (Paul) and Jordan Kay (Kaitlin); loving grandfather of Mackenzie, Delaney, Shannon, Olivia and Henry; brother of James Kay and Roberta George; preceded in death by his wife, Carole; and survived by his former wife, Ninette; and he was the life partner of Ruth Pastore. Dickie retired from Wilkinsburg Penn Joint Water Authority after 42 years of service. Friends were received last Friday at CHARLES W. TRENZ FUNERAL HOME INC., 11110 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial was held last Saturday in St. Bartholomew Church. Sign / View Guest Book

Kielar, Rose A. 92 North Side Born: 1920-02-22 Died: 2012-10-23 Schellhaas, West View Rose A. (Spragale) Kielar, 92, of North Side, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. She was born Feb. 22, 1920, in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late Stephen and Josephine (Scarletta) Spragale. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas J. Kielar Sr.; mother of Thomas J. (Judie) Jr., Richard P. (Denise), Joann R. (Duncan MacDiarmid) and Donna M. Kielar; grandmother of Schenley Kielar, Cosette (Jim) DiBernardo, Anjali and Andrea Sachdeva, Sarah Kielar and Langston MacDiarmid; and great-grandmother of Nia DiBernardo. Rose was a homemaker most of her life and a member of the Holy Wisdom Over 50 Club. Family will welcome friends from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME INC., 388 Center Ave., West View, PA 15229. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Boniface Church of Holy Wisdom Parish. Interment in North Side Catholic Cemetery. Family would like to thank the staff at Vincentian Regency for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials to Catholic Charities, 212 Ninth St., No. 1000, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Please pay tribute at http://www.schellhaasfh.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Kushner, Adam Marshall Township Died: 2012-10-23 Devlin, Cranberry Adam Kushner, of Marshall Township, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. He was the beloved husband of Patricia (Meola) Kushner; father of Jennifer A. Kushner-Boltz and Carlee M. Kushner; son of the late Adam and Ann Kushner; brother of Sylvia Williams, Evelyn Telfer and the late Irene Bostick and Paul Kushner; and grandfather of Baylee and Mallory Kushner and Quinten and Trenton Boltz. Friends will be received from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Road, 724-772-8800. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday in St. John and Paul Church. Sign / View Guest Book

Leaman Jr., Theodore R. 84 Whitehall, Formerly of Pleasant Hills Died: 2012-10-24 Jefferson, Pleasant Hills Theodore R. Leaman Jr., 84, of Whitehall, formerly of Pleasant Hills, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. He was the beloved husband of Marjorie Driscoll Leaman and the late Margaret D. Leaman; loving father of Theodore R. (Sherry) Leaman III, Richard D. (Pam) Leaman and William G. Leaman; grandfather of Dana (David) Fiori, Daniel, Taylor, Hunter, Ethan and Brooke; great-grandfather of Deacon; brother of Sally Schenck; stepfather of Ruth, Jack (Cathy) and Jim (Debora) Driscoll; and stepgrandfather of Bryan, Brad and Chrissa Driscoll. He was a Marines veteran of World War II, loved golfing, gardening, cars, his dogs, music and the beach. He was the former vice president of Harbison-Walker Refractories. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, where a memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday. Inurnment in Jefferson Memorial Park. Donations may be made in Ted's name to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmore Drive PG, PA 15205. http://www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Sign / View Guest Book

Lorion, Betty J. 76 Plum Died: 2012-10-17 Dolence, Plum Betty J. Lorion, 76, of Plum Borough, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, at Concordia Place. She was born June 17, 1936, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Charles Lorion and Nancy Polosky and she was a lifelong resident of the area. Betty is survived by one brother, Charles J. (Ann) Lorion, of Plum; one sister, Elaine Scanlon, of Plum; and one nephew, Sean Scanlon (Shawna). Services and interment are private. Arrangements by the STEPHEN P. DOLENCE JR. FUNERAL HOME INC., Plum. Burial will be in Plum Creek Cemetery. Sign / View Guest Book

Machesky Jr., Bernard J. 88 Greenock Born: 1924-03-17 Died: 2012-10-22 Gilbert, Boston Bernard J. Machesky Jr., 88, of Greenock, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in UPMC McKeesport. He was born March 17, 1924, in Duquesne, the son of the late Bernard J. Machesky Sr. and the late Anna Jubak Machesky, and was the husband of the late Mary Monaghan Machesky, who died Aug. 8, 2006. He was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and was a life member of White Oak Legion Post 701. He was also a member of the Boston-Greenock-Mt. Vernon Lions Club, life member of PA Counselors of Lions and was district governor of Allegheny County District 14B. He was a retired supervisor at Bell Telephone with 37 years of service. Bernard served in the Army Air Corps during World War II and the Korean War and continued serving in the Reserves for 23 additional years, retiring from the 911th Troop Carrier Group. He was a 1942 graduate of Duquesne High School and had also attended Carnegie Tech in Pittsburgh and IMA in Flint, Mich. He is survived by daughters, Valerie (Michael) Oleyar, of Grapevine, Texas, Christine (Patrick) Canavan, of West Mifflin, Geraldine (Joseph) Yesesky, of Phoenixville, Mary Ann (Lynn) Banks, of Charleroi, and Kathleen (Raymond) DiCaprio, of Pittsburgh; sons, Bernard J. Machesky Ill, of Duquesne, and Kevin L. (Brenda) Machesky, of Greenock; grandchildren, David, Stephen, Melanie, Patrick "P.J.", Michael, Jordan, Dustin, Kaylee and Kevin; great-grandchildren, Molly, Murphy, Mason, Kado, Kody, Kane, Kiera and Kashmir; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Gertrude A. Sullivan. Friends are welcome from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, at the GILBERT FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC., 6028 Smithfield St., Boston, Elizabeth Township. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 29, 2012, at St. Patrick Catholic Church with the Rev. Vincent P. Velas officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at the Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Patrick Catholic Church, 310 32nd St., McKeesport, PA 15132. http://www.gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Madeya, Catherine M. 89 South Side Died: 2012-10-21 Gmiter, Pittsburgh Catherine M. "Kay" Madeya, 89, of the South Side, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. She was the wife of the late John "Max" Madeya; beloved mother of George (Patty) Madeya, Mary Boyce, Theresa Madeya and Gerald "Art" (Kathy) Madeya and the late John and Catherine Madeya; grandmother of Jennifer, Michelle, George, Andrea, Allison, Bryan and Corey; also six great-grandchildren; and sister of Pat Flemm, Collette Yetka and the late George, Joe and John Klems, Anna Imm and Rita Morgan. Friends will be received from 2 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral prayers will be offered at 9 a.m. Saturday followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Peter Church, Prince of Peace. http://www.thomasjgmiterfh.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Manner, James A. 76 Monroeville Died: 2012-10-23 Jobe, Turtle Creek James A. "Jim" Manner, 76, of Monroeville, originally of Sandusky, Ohio, formerly of Akron, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. He was the beloved husband for 44 years of Barbara Manner; loving father of Jason (Tricia) Manner and Rachel (Shannon) Knapp; proud grandfather of Jacob, Austin, Gracie, Kailyn, Abbey and Baylor James; and dear brother of Theresa and Rosemary. James is also survived by a large extended family. Jim received his bachelor's degree from Bowling Green State University, a master's degree from Michigan State and his PhD from the University of Akron, where he also taught chemistry. James worked for PPG Industries as a research chemist for more than 40 years, where he received a number of awards. Jim also held ten United States patents. After retiring, Jim took on the role as the director of Cross Roads Food Pantry beginning in 2000. He was a member and chair of the Society of Analytical Scientists of Pittsburgh (SACP), a member of the Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh, a counselor and member of the American Chemical Society and served on the board of the directors for Pittcon. James was an avid traveler and golfer, but his favorite activity was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Friends were received last Thursday and Friday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL), at the corner of (445) Beatty Road and Route 48 North, Monroeville, 412-856-4747. A Mass of Christian Burial was held last Saturday in North American Martyrs Church, time later. Interment to follow at Crossroads Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cross Roads Food Pantry, 2310 Haymaker Road, Monroeville, PA 15146, or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 960 Penn Ave., Suite 1000, Pittsburgh PA 15222. http://www.jobefuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Matheys, John A. 81 Monroeville Died: 2012-10-25 Jobe, Monroeville John A. "Jack" Matheys, 81, of Monroeville, died Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012. Jack was faithfully and unconditionally devoted to his family and also to his soulmate and wife, Nancy (Brunner) Matheys, for 55 years. He was the loving father of Holly (Rick) McCullough and Tracy (John) Dugos; wonderful grandfather of Casey, Marli and Olivia; brother of Bill (Lorraine), Wayne (Alice), Patty ("Forty") Watt, the late Charles (late Edith), and Robert (surviving spouse, Norma) Matheys; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and his faithful companion, Teddy. Jack was a successful businessman who operated the fuel service plaza on the Ohio Turnpike and also Mathey's Texaco in Turtle Creek for many years. He was a Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame Inductee in 1987 and was respected and admired for his unwavering integrity, honesty, strength and perseverance. Friends were received from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL) corner of 445 Beatty Road and 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747), where a service will follow at 4 p.m. Sunday. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Bethel United Presbyterian Church, 418 Beatty Road, Monroeville, PA 15146. http://www.jobefuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

McAraw, James P. 80 White Oak Died: 2012-10-21 Jaycox-Jaworski, Mckeesport James P. "Mitch" McAraw, 80, of White Oak, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, at his residence. Born March 5, 1932, in McKeesport, he was a son of the late John W. and Mary McGinty McAraw; and father of the late James M. "Jimmy" McAraw. Mitch was a retired bricklayer and relief foreman for the U.S. Steel National Works. He served with the Army during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Angela Merici Parish in White Oak, the Polish National Alliance Lodge No. 352 in McKeesport, the White Oak American Legion Post No. 701 and the Eleventh Ward Welfare Association. He is survived by his wife, Dolores G. "Dolly" Kustra McAraw; sons, John F. "Spanky" McAraw, of White Oak, and Raymond (Diane) McAraw, of North Huntingdon; granddaughter, Kelsey Marie McAraw; sisters, Ella M. McAraw, of White Oak, and Mary M. DiAngelo, of Clairton; and nephew, Vincent DiAngelo. Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and noon to 8 p.m. Thursday at the JAYCOX-JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME INC., 2703 O'Neil Blvd., McKeesport, PA 15132. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in St. Angela Merici Church with the Rev. Stephen M. Chervenak as celebrant. Interment will follow in the New St. Joseph Cemetery in North Versailles. http://www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com. Sign / View Guest Book

McGuiggan, Darlene A. 60 Turtle Creek Died: 2012-10-22 Lanigan, Turtle Creek Darlene A. (D'Angelo) McGuiggan, 60, of Turtle Creek, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, surrounded by her family and friends. Darlene was preceded in death by her parents, Nick and Dorothy (Bridge) D'Angelo; and her husband of 17 years, Michael A. McGuiggan. She is survived by her loving companion, Tony Briggs, of Turtle Creek; sister of Rebecca J. 'Becky" Aiello, of Phoenix, Ariz., Ronald James (Kim) D'Angelo of Montana and the late Nick D'Angelo Jr.; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends welcome from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME . TURTLE CREEK/MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James Street, Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. Friday in St. Colman Church. Interment will follow at Restland Memorial Park. http://www.laniganfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

McKenna, Thomas C. 74 Penn Hills Died: 2012-10-25 Jobe, Turtle Creek Thomas C. McKenna, 74, of Penn Hills, died Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary (Sacco) McKenna; father of Sandy and Kathleen McKenna; brother-in-law of Richard (Mary E.) Anderson; grandfather of one; also one niece, two nephews and one great-niece; and he was the brother of Shawn McKenna and family. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday followed by a service at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL), at the corner of Beatty Road and Route 48 North, Monroeville, 412-856-4747. Inurnment will be private. http://www.jobefuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Mears, Barbara J. 73 Formerly of Brookline Died: 2012-10-19 Corl, Monroeville Barbara Josephine (Bova) Mears, 73, formerly of Brookline, passed away peacefully Friday, Oct. 19, 2012. Barbara lived more than 50 years in Plum Borough and touched many lives with her activities in the YMCA, Plum Borough Civic League, Girl Scouts, Our Lady of Joy and St. Januarius parishes. She was the wife of the late Leo J. Mears Jr. for 45 years; loving mother of Lisa J. Kleist and her husband, Eric, and Debra J. Fetterman and her husband, Robert; grandmother of Kristofer and Victoria Fetterman and Robert Kleist; and sister of Lois (Chuck) Snyder and the late Jack (Carol) Bova. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends and family were received last Sunday and Monday at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL and CREMATION CENTER OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (one block east of Mosside Boulevard, Route 48). A Mass of Christian Burial was held last Tuesday in St. Januarius Church with Monsignor William Ogrodowski as celebrant. Interment followed at Plum Creek Cemetery. Corl Family Directors, 412-372-2100. http://www.corlfuneralchapel.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Mellor, John R. 75 Pittsburgh, Formerly of Monongahela Born: 1937-04-18 Died: 2012-10-24 Frye Funeral Home, Monongahela John Raymond Mellor, 75, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Monongahela, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in his home. He was born April 18, 1937, in Monongahela, the son of Edward and Marjorie Wilson Mellor. Mr. Mellor retired from ConRail after 43 years of employment. He was an Army veteran and a member of the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife, Janice Morgan Mellor, with whom he celebrated 43 years of marriage on Aug. 2012; daughter, Kimberly Jeanne Mellor and fiance, Robert Bird, of Warrenton, Va.; two sisters, Blanche Losey and her husband, Ralph, of Belle Vernon, Martha Mucci and her husband, Orlando, of Monongahela; numerous nieces and nephews also survive. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Edward, Ronald, William "Speed" and James Mellor; and four sisters, Marjorie Mellor, Olive Galloway, Sarah "Sally" Pacini and Lillian Sleighter. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2012, in the FRYE FUNERAL HOME INC., 427 West Main St., Monongahela, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, with the Rev. Eric Hertzog officiating. Interment will follow in Monongahela Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to the family at http://www.fryefuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Michaels, John H. 75 Monroeville Died: 2012-10-22 Ott, Irwin John H. Michaels, 75, of Monroeville, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in the Forbes Regional Hospital Monroeville. He was born Nov. 13 1936, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Harry and Elizabeth Masur Michaels. Prior to his retirement, John was proudly employed as a police officer for the Municipality of Monroeville with 27 years of service and was awarded the Policeman of the Year Award in 1970. He was a veteran of the Air Force and was a member of the Monroeville Masonic Lodge for more than 50 years and also a member of the Syria Shrine in Pittsburgh. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Shirley Hlava Michaels. Surviving are his loving sister, Ruth Michaels Nedrow and her husband, Joe, of Cohasset, Mass., and their children Michael, Jill and Margo. To honor John's wishes, there will be no public viewing. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Monroeville United Methodist Church, 219 Center Road, Monroeville, PA 15146. John's family would like to express their sincere appreciation to all of John's friends, for their care and concern made a difference in his life. The family request in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Monroeville United Methodist Church, 219 Center Road, Monroeville, PA 15146. Entrusted with the arrangements is the JOSEPH F. OTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 504 Oak St., Irwin. To send online condolences, please visit http://www.ottfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Miele, Nicola P. 86 West Mifflin Died: 2012-10-22 Savolskis-Wasik-Glenn, Homestead Nicola P. "Nick" Miele, 86, of West Mifflin, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. He was the beloved husband of the late Lois (Domis) Miele; father of James (Kimberly) Miele; brother of Joseph Miele, Sylvester Miele, Angeline Billings and the late Anthony Miele; and brother-in-law of Patricia Domis. Nick is also survived by his grandchildren. Nick was a veteran of World War II serving in the Navy, and a former teacher in the Kittanning, Munhall and West Mifflin School districts teaching Spanish, Latin and Social Sciences. He was also a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh class of 1950 and a member of the West Mifflin Lions Club and the VFW Post No. 803. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main St., Munhall. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Holy Spirit Church, West Mifflin. http://www.swgfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Miller, Theresa 86 Mt. Lebanon Born: 1926-03-12 Died: 2012-10-08 Theresa "Terry" (Bolosky) Miller, 86, died Monday, Oct. 8, 2012, in Asbury Heights Nursing Home in Mt. Lebanon, where she was a resident. Theresa was born March 12, 1926, in Frick Hospital, Mt. Pleasant, to the late Anthony and Ellen (Slavin) Bolosky, of Everson. She was a 1943 graduate of Scottdale High School. She was a dance instructor for Arthur Murray Dance Studios in Pittsburgh and Erie, where she met Ralph Miller, of Belfry, Ky. They were married Aug. 6, 1949, in Erie. He too was an Arthur Murray dance instructor. Besides years of teaching dance, she was a volunteer at KDKA's Call for Action then worked and retired as an employee of the Dialysis Unit at Presbyterian University Hospital in Pittsburgh. Terry was an avid Pittsburgh Pirates fan, always keeping score. She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, cooking and sewing. She is survived by five devoted children, M. Kathleen (Joseph Kalas) Miller, Marilyn (John) Russell and Patricia Slavin (Daniel) Tucci, all of Mt. Lebanon, and her sons, William (Robin) Miller, of Andover, Mass., and Michael (Lisa) Miller, of Rennerdale, Pa.; her siblings, Sallyann Bolosky, of Everson, Dr. William (Carol) Bolosky, of Mechanicsburg, and Patricia (Dr. Anthony) DeRosa, of Canfield, Ohio; also survived by her 11 grandchildren, Erin, Patrick and Meghan Russell, Michael and Kristin Tucci, Matthew, Stephanie, Luke and James Miller, Andrew and Rachel Miller. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Edward "Sonny" Bolosky; and a sister, Lucille Kring. Services were at St. Bernard's Roman Catholic Church in Mt. Lebanon and committal service in St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Cemtery, Scottdale. Sign / View Guest Book

Montesano, Sandra L. 51 Hampton Died: 2012-10-23 Neely, Glenshaw Sandra L. Montesano, 51, of Hampton Township, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. She was the mother of Dylan and Damien Freund; daughter of Nelson and Shirley White; and sister of Scott White. Service and interment private. Arrangements by NEELY FUNERAL HOME. Please visit us at http://www.neelyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Morgan, George R. 46 Gilbertsville, Pa., Formerly of Baldwin Born: 1966-04-23 Died: 2012-10-22 Bacha, Greensburg George Robert Morgan, 46, of Gilbertsville, Pa., formerly of Baldwin, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in Pottstown Medical Center. He was born April 23, 1966, in Pittsburgh, a son of George J. and Barbara A. (Way) Morgan, of Baldwin Borough. He had been employed as a senior security network engineer for Access IT Group. He was a 32nd degree Mason. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Maureen L. (Riley) Morgan; a sister, Carolyn A. Morgan; a nephew, Kohlton Mason Adomaitis, both of Baldwin Borough; his mother-in-law, Ina L. Riley, of Greensburg; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the LEO M. BACHA FUNERAL HOME INC., 516 Stanton at Green streets, Greensburg, a funeral liturgy will begin at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with Monsignor Raymond E. Riffle officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Clair Cemetery. A Masonic service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. http://www.bachafuneralhomeinc.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Nachreiner, Sophie L. 90 Ross Township Died: 2012-10-22 Schellhaas, West View Sophie L. (Sebroski) Nachreiner, 90, of Ross Township, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert Nachreiner; mother of Donald Nachreiner, Gloria (Ralph) Capone and Shirley Paglialonga; grandmother of Tejon and Grace Paglialonga, Doug Nachreiner, Jody Kumar, Mike Capone and Sharon (Blaise) Covelli; great-grandmother of Kaylee, Alexander, Kevin, Tyler and Ava; and sister of John Sebroski. Family will welcome friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME INC., 388 Center Ave., West View 15229. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday in St. Teresa of Avila Church. Please pay tribute at http://www.schellhaasfh.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Neary, Constance 75 Crafton Heights Died: 2012-10-23 Schepner-McDermott, Crafton Constance "Connie" Neary, 75, of Crafton Heights, died peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. She was the beloved sister of James (Marguerite) Neary; dear aunt of Erin DiLissio, Phillip and Vincent Neary; also cousins, Ruth (Mitch) Radovich, Michelle (Drew) Rhodes, of Monaca, Jimmy and Susan Huttenhower, of Green Tree. Connie was the director of Nurse Anesthetists as well as working in the operating room at Mercy Hospital, where she was a former longtime employee. Visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the SCHEPNER-McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Philip Catholic Church, Crafton. Sign / View Guest Book

Nedlik, August J. 91 Bethel Park Died: 2012-10-23 Slater, Brentwood August J. "Gus" Nedlik, 91, long-time resident of Bethel Park and founding member of St. Germaine Parish, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. He was the beloved husband of 52 years to the late Mary T. Nedlik; loving father of Mary (William) Price, John (Karen) and Anne (John) Gentry; cherished Pappy of Elisabeth, Ned, Mary Lou and Kate Price and Caroline Nedlik; and brother of the late Steve, Henry, John, Helen, Cecelia and Victor. He served in the Army, 13th Armored Engineer's "Black Cats" during World War II. He graduated from Duquesne University and retired from Ryerson Steel. Gus's family would like to thank friends and staff at Paramount and Manor Care for their kindness and support. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood. Funeral prayer will be held at 9:15 a.m. Friday. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Germaine Church. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to St. Katharine Drexel School, c/o St. Germaine Parish, 7001 Baptist Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. Please send condolences to http://www.johnfslater.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Nowicki, Edmund R. 84 McKeesport Born: 1928-04-17 Died: 2012-10-22 Jaycox-Jaworski, Mc Keesport Edmund R. Nowicki, 84, of McKeesport, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, at Riverside Nursing Center in McKeesport. Born April 17, 1928, in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Wiktor and Wladyslawa Tulowiecka Nowicki. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by daughters, Cyndi Nowicki and Marianne Stewart; brothers, Stanley and Arthur Nowicki; and a sister, Stella Rozgony. Edmund was a member of Corpus Christi Parish in McKeesport. He was a retired supervisor for the McKeesport Post Office/Postal Service for 36 years and was a member of the NARFE. He served with the Army during World War II and the Navy during the Korean War and was a member of the Disabled Veterans and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Surviving are his wife, Jean A. Kustra Nowicki; son, Dr. Edmund J. (Christi) Nowicki, of Evanston, Wyo.; daughter,Patricia J. Dobranski, of North Huntingdon; grandchildren, Aaron, Lacey, Kellie and Logan Stewart, Edmund C., Haley, Roberto and Jack Nowicki, Amanda and Ethan Dobranski, and Melissa Fletcher; great-grandson, Caleb Stahlman; sister, Regina Zahorchak, of McKeesport; and many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the JAYCOX-JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME INC., 2703 O'Neil Blvd., McKeesport, PA 15132. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Corpus Christi Church. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Polish Cemetery in White Oak. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Corpus Christi Parish, 2515 Versailles Ave., McKeesport, PA 15132. http://www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Oravec, Mary 83 Formerly of Export and Monroeville Born: 1929-04-16 Died: 2012-10-16 Corl, Monroeville Mary Oravec, 83, formerly of Export and Monroeville, died Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012. She was born April 16, 1929, in Slovakia. She was the daughter of the late Anna and Andrew Kocak; and wife of the late Gaspar Oravec; beloved mother of Jean (Michael) Davin, George (Diana) Oravec, Kathy (Michael) Fedishen and John (Susan) Oravec; beloved grandmother of Jennifer (Andy), Jason (Kristin), Jessica (Nick), Jeffrey (Stephanie), Chris, Megan, Rachel, Matthew and Nicole; and "Baba" to Colin and Bridget. Friends were received Friday at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL and CREMATION CENTER OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (one block east of Mosside Boulevard, Route 48). Mass of Christian Burial was Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012, at St. Bernadette Roman Catholic Church with Father Tony Gargotta as celebrant. Interment followed at Good Shepherd Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Pittsburgh Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 1133 S. Braddock Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218. Corl Family Directors, 412-372-2100, http://www.corlfuneralchapel.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Pavlik, Emma 88 Formerly of Creighton Born: 1924-08-06 Died: 2012-10-24 Ajak, Creighton Emma (DeBastiani) Pavlik, 88, formerly of Creighton, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in Blue Ridge Hospice, Winchester, Va. She was born Aug. 6, 1924, in Renton, the daughter of Giacamo and Antonetta (Pinazza) DeBastiani. Emma graduated in 1942 from East Deer-Frazer High School, where she met her future husband, Andrew J. "Andy" Pavlik. The couple married in 1946 when Andy was discharged from the Navy and settled in Creighton where they lived for the next 66 years. Emma was proud to be a homemaker but also worked as a telephone operator, a clerk for Pittsburgh Plate Glass Industries, Creighton, and as a staff member in a doctor's office. She liked to swim, walk, crochet and was an avid reader. She also enjoyed needlework and crafts. At the age of 86, she took up drawing and painting with water colors. Her art works were displayed and sold at art shows. She was active in Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, Creighton, where she was a member of the Christian Mothers Ladies Guild, a Eucharistic Minister, and lector at masses. She was also a member at the former Tarentum Senior Citizens and Natrona Heights YMCA. She spent the past 18 months at Loving Arms Rest Home, Front Royal, Va., where she was near family members. Emma is survived by a son, Thomas Pavlik (Gail), of Haymarket, Va.; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; her sister, Erma Grajcar; and many nieces and nephews. A great-granddaughter was named in her honor this past May. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Andy Pavlik, June 16, 2012; a daughter, Gloria Jean Cafaro, July 4, 2006; her brothers, Amedeo, Gino and Bruno DeBastiani; and sisters, Gilda Potter, Thelma Rice and Elsie Dabin. Family and friends will be received from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday in the PAUL R. AJAK FUNERAL HOME INC., 921 Freeport Road, Creighton, where parting prayers will begin at 9:30 a.m. Monday. Christian Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday in Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, 787 Freeport Road, Creighton. The Rev. Miroslaw Stelmaszczyk, her pastor, will officiate. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Hope Cemetery, Frazer Township. The Ladies Guild will pray the Rosary at 2:30 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Sign / View Guest Book

Perry, Walter 90 Bethel Park Died: 2012-10-23 Henney, Library Walter Perry, 90, of Bethel Park, died peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. He was the beloved father of Patricia (Dr. Timothy) Campbell, of Bethel Park, Cynthia (Victor) Gialanella, of Peters Township, James (Ilona) and Robert (Cynthia), all of Atlanta, Ga.; brother of Stella Trillow, of Oakdale, Frances Marshall, of Grove City, Ohio, and the late Edward Polski; grandfather of Mark, Christopher, Nicole, Stephanie, Marissa, Alicia, Rebecca, Jacob, Brian, Trevor, Devan, Hunter and Rachel; and great-grandfather of Adriyana. Walter was a sergeant in the Army during World War II. He was also affectionately know as "The Mayor" of Marian Manor in Greentree. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road (Route 88), Library, where funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday. Entombment in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery Mausoleum with full military honors. Contributions may be made to Marian Manor, 2695 Winchester Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15220, or Family Hospice and Palliative Care, 50 Moffett St., Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Sign / View Guest Book

Piccolino, Michele 64 Plum Died: 2012-10-22 Soxman, Penn Hills Michele Piccolino, 64, of Plum Borough, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. She was the wife of the late Carmen Piccolino Jr.; beloved mother of Faith (Sean) Moffatt; grandmother of Aiden; and sister of Beverly Toner and Michael McClafferty. She was a nurse at the VA and enjoyed horseback riding. Friends will be received from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills, PA 15235. A Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Bernadette Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Animal Rescue, 6620 Hamilton St., Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Sign / View Guest Book

Price, Earl J. 90 Wilkinsburg Died: 2012-10-24 Nied, Swissvale Earl J. Price, of Wilkinsburg, died peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, at home after recently celebrating his 90th birthday. He was the husband of the late Helen (Potochnik) Price; loving father of Lynne Price and Arthur Fedele, of Penn Hills, Mary Louise Daugherty and her husband, Jim, of Forest Hills, Lee Price and his wife, Robin, of Edgewood, Earl Price and his wife, Anne, of Wilkinsburg, and Ruth Price, of Wilkinsburg; dear Grandpap of Jennifer and her husband, Andre, Jamie and his wife, Jennifer, Andrew, Emily, Jordan, Samuel, Maggie and Leah and her husband, Tim; "Pop-Pop" of Owen, Henry and Rylyn; and brother of Mary Sines and Florence Curry and her husband, Bill. Earl was employed at Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh for 43 years. He served in the Knights of Columbus for 60 years. He was a fourth degree Sir Knight, an officer of the Pittsburgh Chapter and a former State treasurer. As chairman of the Bishop's project, he dedicated many years of service to St. Anthony's School. Mr. Price was a longtime member of St. James Parish. His love, generosity and commitment to family, church and community will always remain an example to our family. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in St. James Roman Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, please sent memorial contributions in Earl's memory to McGuire Memorial School for Children, 2119 Mercer Road, New Brighton, PA 15066. http://www.niedfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Ramsey, Debra E. 61 Ross Township Died: 2012-10-23 Neely, Glenshaw Debra E. Ramsey, 61, of Ross Township, died Tuesday, Oct 23, 2012. She was the daughter of Audrie Cromie Ramsey and the late Robert R. Ramsey; sister of Lynell Miller and husband, Jeffrey, and Shawn Duquette and husband, Ted; and beloved aunt of R.J. Miller, Andrew Miller and Alec Duquette. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt.Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home. Memorials suggested to the Stephen Ministry, North Hills Christian Church, 778 Thompson Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Please visit us at http://www.neelyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Redman, Letitia S. 88 Ben Avon Died: 2012-10-21 Pinkerton, Avalon Letitia S. Redman, 88, of Ben Avon, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late William T. Redman; loving mother of Cynthia (the late Robert) McCullough, Rosalind C. (Thomas) Hare and Thomas (Susan) Redman; proud grandmother of Nicholas (Rhiannan) and Colin Hare; and great-grandmother of Xander Hare. Tish graduated from Avonworth High School in 1943. She was a second generation antiques dealer, owner of the Nook and Cranny in Avalon and The Wagon Shed. She was a former member of the Suburban General Hospital Ladies Auxiliary, Royal Ridge County Club, the former Woodland United Presbyterian Church and an organizer for the March of Dimes. After retirement, she wintered in Boynton Beach, Fla., to be near her grandchildren where she always welcomed family and friends. She will be missed by all. The visitation and interment will be private. A gathering of family and friends for a celebration of life will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday at Blackburn Farms, Sewickley Heights. Arrangements are entrusted to ORION C. PINKERTON FUNERAL HOME INC., 1014 California Ave., Avalon, 412-766-5600. The family would like to thank the staff of Good Samaritan Hospice for their loving care of Tish. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Good Samaritan Hospice, 146 Neely School Road, Wexford, PA 15090, or the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Sign / View Guest Book

Robel Jr., Henry C. 85 Monroeville Died: 2012-10-23 Hart, Murrysville Henry C. Robel Jr., 85, of Monroeville, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. He was born Jan. 14, 1927, in Johnstown, a son of the late Henry C. Robel Sr. and Anna Marie Deusch Robel. He was a retired salesman for H.J. Heinz Co., an Army veteran of World War II and a member of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Braddock, and a lifelong member of the German Club of the North Side. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Robel on May 16, 2011; and a brother, Donald Robel. Henry is survived by a son, Scott (Jody) Eldridge, of Zelienople; three grandchildren, Scott and his wife, Wendy, Ryan and Abbie; two nephews, Richard Robel, of McKeesport, and Joseph Bilik, of Atlanta, Ga.; and numerous friends. Visitation was held last Thursday at HART FUNERAL HOME INC., Murrysville, where a service was held last Friday. Interment was private in the Jefferson Memorial Park. If desired, memorials may be made to the Salvation Army. http://www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Rogers, Ashlee R. North Fayette Township Died: 2012-10-20 Devlin, Cranberry Ashlee Rae (Nicklow) Rogers, of North Fayette Township, died Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012. She was the beloved wife of Richard Michael Rogers; loving daughter of Deborah and Rick Etter and the late Douglas Nicklow; sister of Heather Lynn Zuzik (John); daughter-in-law of Richard D. Jr. and Kathryn Rogers; sister-in-law of Robert S. Rogers (Rachel); and aunt of Reese Rogers, Jacob and Henry Zuzik. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Road, 724-772-8800, where services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation, Heart Institute Fund, 4401 Penn Ave., Central Plant, 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Sign / View Guest Book

Rosenberg, Debra M. 57 Overbrook Died: 2012-10-25 Readshaw, Pittsburgh Debra M. (Burkhart) Rosenberg, 57, of Overbrook, died Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012. She was the beloved mother of Laura and Jessica Rosenberg; and sister of Kevin Burkhart (Lois) and the late Carl Burkhart III (Sue). Debra was the secretary of the Overbrook Community Council and active member of the Carrick-Overbrook Block Watch. She enjoyed cooking, baking, sewing, crocheting, loved animals and was an avid Steelers fan. Friends will be received from 9 until the time of service at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, 1503 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Humane Society, 1101 Western Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Send condolences to http://www.readshawfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Russo, Eleanor 83 Penn Hills Died: 2012-10-12 Lanigan, East Pittsburgh Eleanor (Seko) Russo, 83, of Penn Hills, passed away Friday, Oct. 12, 2012. She was the beloved wife of Ralph Russo for 63 years; loving mother of Arlene Marshall, of Columbus, Ohio, and the late Anthony Russo; grandmother of Shannon and Christopher (fiancee, Megan Slater) Marshall, Matthew, Cassie, Anthony Jr. and Josh Russo; also survived by one great-grandson; nieces and nephews; and sister of Joan Meigs, Mary Margaret Hetrick, Betty Ann Arledge and Eugene Seko. Eleanor was a former waitress at both Minutello's in the East End and The Ranch in Penn Hills. She enjoyed flower gardening in her retirement. Friends were received at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave., East Pittsburgh (412-824-8800). Mass of Christian Burial was held in St. Susanna Church, Penn Hills. Burial followed at Restland Memorial Park. http://www.laniganfuneralhome.com Sign / View Guest Book

Sandler, Arline 76 Crafton Died: 2012-10-23 Schepner-McDermott, Crafton Arline Sandler, 76, of Crafton, died peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. She was the wife of the late Stanley "Skip"; beloved mother of Shelly (Kevin) Wilson, Scott (Laura) and Jason (Dee Dee) Sandler; and dear grandmother of Sean and Sara Wilson. Arline was vice president of the Crafton Tower Tenant Association. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Visitation from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the SCHEPNER-McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. She will be laid to rest with her beloved husband in Indianapolis, Ind. Sign / View Guest Book

Sandstrom, Barbara J. 79 Plum Died: 2012-10-17 Knee, Plum Barbara J. (Walker) Sandstrom, 79, of Plum, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late John D. Sandstrom; loving mother of Timothy (Donna) Sandstrom, Amy (Jeff) Horgan and the late Kerry Sandstrom; sister of Shirley Clements; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral service and interment will be private. Arrangements by MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME. Sign / View Guest Book

Shurman, Mary C. O'Hara Township Died: 2014-05-24 Smith Thomas M Fh And Cre, Pittsburgh Mary Claire (Frauenholz) Shurman, of O'Hara Township, was called to her heavenly Father Thursday, May 24, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late Paul E. Shurman; loving mother of a daughter, son and daughter-in-law; daughter of the late Andrew and Sophie Frauenholz. She was a graduate of St. Francis School of Nursing, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Duquesne University and the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. She taught collegiate diploma registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. She was awarded the "Gift of Time Tribute" award in nursing and worked as a public health nurse for Allegheny County Health Department. She retired from the Pittsburgh board of education as a school nurse practitioner and was awarded the Holland America Mariner Society Medal. She enjoyed traveling, gardening and swimming. Friends were invited to a funeral Mass at St. Pio Parish, St. Edward Church. Professional services entrusted to the care of THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY LTD., Blawnox. Sign / View Guest Book

Shuster, Mary Anne 77 Wilmerding Died: 2012-10-23 Jobe, Turtle Creek Mary Anne (McGuigan) Shuster, 77, formerly of Wilmerding, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. She was the loving sister of Patricia (Bob) Wehmer, of Monroeville, John (Mildred) McGuigan and Philip McGuigan, all of Murrysville. There will be no visitation. Arrangements by the JOBE FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY INC., at the corner of Shaw and Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek, 412-823-1950. http://www.jobefuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Snavely Jr., Christian M. 88 Pittsburgh Died: 2012-10-24 Slater, Brentwood Christian Miller Snavely Jr., 88, of Pittsburgh, peacefully passed away Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in his home, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Theresa Vant Snavely. Chris was born in Lititz, where he spent his youth. He enlisted in the Army in 1942 and entered the European Theater, where he fought proudly in the Battle of the Bulge. Chris was captured there and remained a POW until his liberation in 1945. He was honorably discharged in 1945 and recalled into service during the Korean War, where he served from 1950 to 1951. Chris was stationed as an Army recruiter in Cortland, N.Y., where he met the love of his life, Theresa. Chris was preceded in death by his son, Christian Miller Snavely III. He is also survived by his children, Susan Fitzsimmons (David) and Steve Snavely (Peggy); and five grandchildren, Corinne Trively (Ed), Matthew Anderson, Patrick Snavely, Laura Snavely and Eric Snavely. Chris was the proud great-grandfather of Samuel Trively, Sophia Trively and Quinn Trively. Chris is also survived by his sisters, Mary Roth (Gene, deceased) and Joanne Snavely; and brothers, Fred Snavely and Henry Snavely (Lucy). A graduate of Drexel University, Chris was the chairman emeritus of Snavely Forest Products, a national wholesale building products distribution company. He was elected chairman of his industry trade association, NAWLA. NAWLA honored him by presenting him with the prestigious Mulrooney Award, which pays tribute to his long history of outstanding contributions to the Forest Products Industry. Among Chris' many philanthropic endeavors, he actively supported the Pittsburgh Symphony and the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, and was the founder of the Haiti Tree Reintroduction Program (HTRIP), whose objective is the reforestation of Haiti. Chris was a member of the Cat Cay Yacht Club in the Bahamas, Bohemian Club in San Francisco and the Duquesne Club. It has been said that he was the last to leave a party and the first to help anyone in need. Chris was a humble and generous man. Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, at St. Clair Country Club, 2300 Old Washington Road, Upper St. Clair, PA 15241. A funeral Mass will be celebrated in Chris' honor at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 29, 2012, at St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin, 5302 Greenridge Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A private burial will follow in Lititz. Arrangements made by JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME INC., 412-881-4100, Brentwood.lt;Pgt; In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Haiti Timber Reintroduction Program, 6740 Reynolds St., Second Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15206; or The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, 803 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Please send condolences to http://www.johnfslater.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Stowers, Alma B. 88 Penn Hills, Formerly of Monroeville Born: 1924-10-03 Died: 2012-10-22 Knee, Penn Hills Alma B. Stowers, 88, of Penn Hills, formerly of Monroeville, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. She was born Oct. 3, 1924, in Louisville, Ky. She was the beloved mother of Sonny (Nancy) Stowers, Kenneth (Janet) Stowers Jr., Linda Wagner, Diana (Norman) Sperling, Janet (Mark) Wargo and the late Sylvia (late William) Rudy; sister of the late Joseph and Carroll Brummett; also survived by 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at MAURICE L. KNEE LTD. FUNERAL HOME, 7663 Saltsburg Road (across from S and T Bank) Plum, PA 15239, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday. Interment private. Sign / View Guest Book

Stricker, Stephanie J. 50 Bethel Park Died: 2012-10-24 Henney, Bethel Park Stephanie J. Stricker, 50, of Bethel Park, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. She was the loving mother of Tiffany Dunlap; beloved daughter of Jeanne and the late Curtis Seim; sister of Patty Tupta and the late Allen Seim; aunt of Kim Zubaty; and loving friend of Sonny. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the PAUL L. HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 5570 Library Road, Bethel Park, where funeral services will be held at noon Saturday. http://www.henneyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Stump, Florianne 112 Avalon, Formerly of Emsworth Died: 2012-10-23 Mcdonald-Linn, Avalon Florianne Stump, 68, of Avalon, formerly of Emsworth, died Tueday, Oct. 23, 2012, after battling cancer. Born Dec. 18, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Miles and Audrey (Anderson) Stump. She was a 1961 graduate of North Allegheny High School. After graduating from the St. Francis Medical Center School of Nursing in 1965, Flori worked there as a nursing supervisor until 2002. She served on the board of the St. Francis Nursing Alumni Association and was an active member of the Eastern Star. Flori will be remembered as a loving and caring aunt, sister and friend to everyone she met. She is survived by her brother, Russ, sister-in-law, Sylvia; nephew, Matt; and niece, Lindsay, of Winterville, N.C. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until the time of memorial services at noon Saturday at the McDONALD-LINN FUNERAL HOME INC., 529 California Ave., Avalon. Sign / View Guest Book

Svetz, William J. 78 Liberty Borough Died: 2012-10-24 Strifflers, McKeesport William J. Svetz, 78, of Port Vue, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. He was born March 28, 1934, in Port Vue, the son of the late Steve and Anna Synko Svetz. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gail E. McManus Svetz; children, Steven Svetz, of Liberty Borough, and Joseph Svetz, of Glassport, and JoAnne (Gregg) Keck, of West Mifflin; grandchildren, Joseph, Billy, Anthony, David and Michael; sister-in-law, Jacqueline (the late Edward) Svetz, of Elyria, Ohio; and brother, Robert (Shirley), of Florida. He was retired as a bricklayer from Local Union No. 9, was a veteran serving in the Army in the Korean War and was a member of the Beagle Club, the Rostraver Gun Club, the Elizabeth Sportsman Club, the West Newton Gun Club and the Stock the Yough Club. Friends will be received from noon to 2 and 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at the HUNTER-EDMUNDSON-STRIFFLER FUNERAL HOME, 600 Market St., McKeesport, PA 15132, 412-678-6191. Burial and services will follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Sign / View Guest Book

Thompson, Thomas C. 83 Elizabeth Township Born: 1928-12-23 Died: 2012-10-25 Gilbert, Elizabeth Township Thomas Cowan Thompson, 83, of Elizabeth Township, died Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, at home. He was born Dec. 23, 1928, in Elizabeth, the son of the late Harry and Stella Shaffer Thompson. He was a member of First Evangelical Free Church of McKeesport, where he was active in church and Bible study and taught the adult Sunday school class. He was a retired senior technician for the U.S. Steel Research Center in Monroeville, and was a Navy veteran of World War II. Tom was a passionate golfer. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Isabella Pearson Thompson; sons, Mark S. (Mary) Thompson, of Honey Brook, Jeffrey G. (Joyce) Thompson, of Sewickley, Thomas C. (Judy) Thompson Jr., of West Newton, and James P. (Lori) Thompson, of Glen Burnie, Md.; grandchildren, Dr. Alyssa (Edwin Jousma) Thompson, Christopher (Mallory) Thompson, Faith Thompson, Aimee (Nathan) Aukerman, Matthew Thompson, Alice Thompson, Jonathan Thompson and Summer Thompson; a great-granddaughter, Riley Jousma; and nieces and nephews. Friends are welcome from 2 to 4 and 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2012, at the GILBERT FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC., 6028 Smithfield St., Boston, Elizabeth Township. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, at the First Evangelical Free Church of McKeesport with Pastor Kirk Albrecht officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at the Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. http://www.gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Valuikas Jr., George A. 77 Natrona Heights Born: 1935-03-19 Died: 2012-10-25 Duster, Tarentum George A. Valuikas Jr., 77, of Natrona Heights, passed away Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, at Good Samaritan Hospice Unit at Concordia. He was born March 19, 1935, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late George A. Valuikas Sr. and Michelina (Colucci) Valuikas Greco. George has lived the past 15 years in Natrona Heights. He was a retired Air Force Navigator, having served in the Korean and Vietnam Era. He also worked for a number of years as a counselor for Family Services of Western Pa. A member of St. Andrew's Anglican Church, New Kensington, and the Natrona Heights VFW, he graduated from South Hills High School in 1952 and received a Bachelor of Science in math from the University of Omaha and a master's degree from Troy State University in Alabama. George enjoyed water skiing, art work, painting, fishing and reading his Bible. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Patricia S. (Stiller) Valuikas, of Natrona Heights; his children, Marguerite Valuikas of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Vivian Caroline Abbott, of Freeport, George A. (Linda) Valuikas III, of Chandler, Ariz., and Anthony Valuikas, of Oklahoma City, Okla; grandchildren, Harold Abbott, Cassia Valuikas, Ashleigh Valuikas, Anthony Valuikas and Aron Valuikas; stepbrother, Alex (Carol) Greco Jr., of Lower Burrell; stepsister, Delores Sandrey; and stepbrother, Leonard (Candy) Greco, of Connecticut. He is also survived by a sister-in-law, Barbara (Ronald) Mildner, of Upper Burrell Township; niece, Jennifer Mildner, of Virginia; and a nephew, Vincent (Laura) Mildner, of Freeport. Relatives and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, and 9 until the time of service at 11 a.m. Monday in the DUSTER FUNERAL HOME INC., Tenth Ave. at Corbet St., Tarentum, 724-224-1526. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 29, 2012, in the funeral home with the Rev. John P. Bailey, his pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Airy Cemetery, Natrona Heights, with full military honors by Tarentum VFW Post 5758 and Brackenridge American Legion Post 226. The family suggests contributions to Good Samaritan Hospice at Concordia, 134 Marwood Road, Cabot, PA 16023. Visit http://www.dusterfuneralhomeinc.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Wasik, Pauline 83 South Park Died: 2012-10-23 Laughlin, Mt Lebanon Pauline (Siak) Wasik, 83, of South Park Township, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. She was the beloved wife for 63 years of Theodore P. "Ted" Wasik; loving mother of Dr. Theodore P. Wasik Jr. (Tracey), of Boston, Mass., Cynthia A. Wasik and Kimberly (Chuck) Kelly; loving grandmother of Kyle Gerlufsen and Cameron Steele Kelly; also survived by nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be private. Family and friends will be welcomed to a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Anne Church. Entombment will in Queen of Heaven Mausoleum will be private. If desired, memorials may be made to Shy-Drager/Multiple System Atrophy Support Group, Inc., 8311 Brier Creek Parkway, Suite 105-434, Raleigh, NC 27617. http://www.laughlinfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Witouski, Dorothy 91 Gibsonia, Formerly of Pitcairn Died: 2012-10-18 Alfieri, Wilmerding Dorothy (Skrgic) Witouski, 91, of Gibsonia, formerly of Pitcairn, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. She was a daughter of the late John Peter and Mary Skrgic; beloved mother of Joseph (Marlene) Witouski, Linda Witouski, Marlene (Dan) Yaniro and Mark (Marci) Witouski; dear grandmother of Marla (Steve) Spaeth, Joseph (Emily) Witouski, Keri Brendlinger, Derek, Jacob and Noah Yaniro, Alexander, Collin and Victoria Witouski; also survived by five great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brothers and sisters. Family and friends are welcome from 10 until the time of memorial service at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME INC., 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, 412-824-4332. Interment will follow in Restland Memorial Park. The family suggests memorial donations to Blind and Vision Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh, 1800 West St., Homestead, PA 15120 or http://www.blindvr.org. Sign / View Guest Book

Woods, Sister Jane Marie Ross Township Died: 2012-10-24 Smith, Blawnox Sister Jane Marie Woods, SHS, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. She was the beloved daughter of the late John and Mary Dziechowski; loving sister of Marian Kiktavy, of Youngstown, Ohio, and Michael Kiktavy, of Niles, Ohio; and aunt of Susan Feldman and Theresa Rogan, of Youngstown, Ohio, and Irene Koval, of Niles, Ohio. Sister was a teacher in the Youngstown and Pittsburgh Dioceses, LPN, at King's Daughters Hospital in Martinsburg, W.Va., and was a resident at Marian Manor Nursing Home in Green Tree for seven years. Visitation from 2 p.m. Friday until time of funeral Mass at 4 p.m. at the Sisters of the Holy Spirit Motherhouse, 5246 Clarwin Ave., Ross Township. Professional services entrusted to the care of THOMAS H. SMITH FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY LTD., Blawnox. Sign / View Guest Book

Wright, Minnie 92 Duquesne Died: 2012-10-24 Bekavac, Versailles Minnie (Skoczylas) Wright, 92, of Duquesne, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in Juniper Village at Huntingdon Ridge in North Huntingdon. She was formerly active with Duquesne High School's Athletic and Majorette Boosters. Born June 4, 1920, in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Veronica (Pociask) Skoczylas; and wife of the late Clarence E. Wright. She is survived by a daughter, Kim (Harvey) Mazel, of Irwin; son, Keith (Mary Ellen) Wright, of Mt. Vernon; seven grandchildren, Brad Wright, Lindsay Rost, Monica and Michael Mazel and Cheryl, Kirk and Glen Bielic; and a brother, George Scott, of Los Angeles, Calif. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also predeceased by a son, Paul Bielic. No viewing is scheduled. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the mausoleum chapel at McKeesport and Versailles Cemetery with Father Matthew Elanjalith officiating. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the DANIEL F. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 4504 Walnut Street, Versailles, PA 15132. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Hospice, 875 Greentree Road, Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Offer condolences at http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Yates, Josephine M. Regent Square Died: 2012-10-22 Nied, Swissvale Josephine M. (Egan) Yates, of Regent Square, died peacefully Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. She was the wife of the late Leo F. Yates; loving and beloved mother of William F. Yates and his wife, Pat, of California, Sharon A. Patrick and her husband, Howie, of Forest Hills, Daniel J. Yates and his wife, Evelyn, of Shadyside, Linda M. Churilla and her husband, Keith, of West Mifflin, George P. Yates, of Regent Square, Sarah M. Gardone and her husband, Bill, of Plum Borough, and the late Dennis J. "Chas" Yates; and dear Grandma Jo of Shannon and her husband, Christian, Bridget, Kelly and her husband, Matt, Patrick, Matthew, Erin and her fiance, Brandon, Kyle, Katie, Joie, Holly, Billy, Courtney and Alex. Josephine is also survived by her five great-grandchildren, Connor, Kylie, Russell, Reagan, Caroline and a baby girl on the way; sister of Mary Delaney and Catherine Egan; and sister-in-law of Therese Yates. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in St. Anselm Roman Catholic Church. http://www.niedfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Westmoreland County

Altman, Curtis A. 93 Greensburg Died: 2012-10-23 Mccauley, Youngwood Curtis A Altman, 93, of Greensburg, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, at home. He was born Aug. 19, 1919, in Hempfield Township, a son of the late Franklin and Jenny Altman. Curtis was an Army veteran serving in World War II in the 99th Infantry Division during the Battle of the Bulge. He was a life member of Harrold Zion Church and a member of the church council. He retired from Hempfield School District in the maintenance department. Surviving are two daughters, Doris M. Johnson, of Hempfield Township, and Fay Walker and her husband, Gary, of Victor, W.Va.; granddaughter, Susan Walker; a grandson, Bob Johnson and his wife, Denise; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mabel V Altman; and grandson, Curtis Heasley; two brothers, Cyrus "Smokey" Altman and Earl Altman; four sisters, Mary Wampler, Laura Altman, Verna Wampler and Eliza Fligger; and a son-in-law, Bob Johnson. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the C. RICHARD McCAULEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 101 S. Fourth St., Youngwood. Additional viewing will be held from 12:30 until the time of service at 1 p.m. Saturday in Harrold Zion Lutheran Church with the Rev. John Smaligo officiating. Interment will follow in the Harrold Lutheran Cemetery, Greensburg, where military funeral rites will be accorded by the Armbrust Veterans Association. The family would like to thank all his caregivers, family and friends. Sign / View Guest Book

Buskey, Dorothy Mae 87 Greensburg Died: 2012-10-24 Barnhart, Greensburg Dorothy Mae Buskey, 87, of Greensburg, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in Baldock Health Care Centre, North Huntingdon. She was born May 18, 1925, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Mark and Mary Cecilia Usner Papa. She was a member of First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Greensburg, where she sang in the choir and served on the altar guild. Prior to her retirement, she worked as a secretary for U.S. Steel, Pittsburgh. Dorothy was a longtime volunteer at Westmoreland Hospital and Westmoreland Manor. She was a 50 year member and past Worthy Matron of Chapter No. 435 Order of the Eastern Star. She was an avid pianist and taught the game of bridge from her home. She oversaw numerous family gatherings, especially during the Christmas season. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Jack R. Buskey; a son, Craig R. Buskey; three brothers, Mark Jr., Thomas and Robert Papa; and four sisters, Marie Frankovich, Mildred Stanko, Charlotte Bitner and Barbara Hall. She is survived by a son, Clark A. Buskey and his wife, Patricia, of White Oak; four grandchildren, Erika Donitzen, of Acme, Clark A. Buskey Jr., of Athens, Ohio, Ryan Buskey and his wife, Kristan, of Pittsburgh, and Pamela Birr, of McKeesport; six great-grandchildren, Emily, Ethan, Derek and Dylan Donitzen and Ian and Asher Cristina; and a sister, Louise Condon, of Delmont. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the BARNHART FUNERAL HOME, 505 E. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 246 S. Main St., Greensburg. Interment will follow in Westmoreland County Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to First Evangelical Lutheran Church. For online condolences, visit http://www.BarnhartFuneralHome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Celapino, Norma E. 83 West Newton Died: 2012-10-22 Mccauley, West Newton Norma E. Celapino, 83, of West Newton, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. She was born Aug. 26, 1929, in Charleroi, a daughter of the late Walter and Mary (McMichael) Maund. Norma attended the First Church of God and was a member of the West Newton Women's Club. She is survived by four children, Jack Celapino and his wife, Sue, Randy Celapino and his wife, Anne, Lynn McCauley and her husband, Jack, and Dawn Celapino and Jim Hahn; nine grandchildren, Jason Celapino and his wife, Trinity, Shalyn Celapino and Gino Gregory, John, Ben, Andrew and Laura McCauley, Randy, LeeAnn and Sara Celapino; three great-granddaughters, Hannah, Emily and Alina; her brother, Walter Maund; a sister-in-law, Janice Beam and her husband, Dan; a brother-in-law, Floyd "Butch" Celapino and his wife, Mary; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Celapino. Friends were received last Friday at the J. WILLIAM McCAULEY JR. FUNERAL HOME INC., 901 Vine St., West Newton, where services will were held last Saturday with the Rev. Elizabeth A. Dunlap officiating. Interment followed in West Newton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a church of one's choice or to the Little House Association, 1114 Vine St., West Newton. http://www.mccauleyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Chesla, Carl A. 73 New Florence Died: 2012-10-15 Stuart, New Florence Carl A. Chesla, 73, New Florence, died Monday, Oct. 15, 2012, at home. Born Oct. 5, 1939, in Lockport, he was the son of late Andy George and Anna M. (Barbus) Chesla. Carl is survived by his wife of 54 years, Avice (Critchfield) Chesla; daughters, Janice Blahut and her husband, Robert, of Pittsburgh, and Carla Moore and her husband, William, of Athens; grandchildren, Nicholas and Samantha Moore, Jacob and Luke Blahut; sisters, Theresa Gorman and her husband, David, and Genevieve Fabrizio, both New Florence; brother, Edward Chesla and his wife, Jeanne, of Greensburg; numerous nieces and nephew and extended family; also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Anthony Fabrizio. Carl was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Seward, and the former St. Mary's Catholic Church, New Florence. He was a retired employee of Bethlem Steel Corp. with 32 years of service. He enjoyed restoring gas pumps. Friends were received last Friday at the KENNETH A. STUART FUNERAL HOME, 139 Ligonier St., New Florence. A Mass of Christian Burial was held last Saturday in Holy Family Catholic Church, Seward. Interment at Armagh Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Windber Hospice, 600 Somerset Ave., Windber, PA 15963. Online condolences may be left at http://www.thestuartfuneralhomes.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Dlugos, Genevieve L. 86 Latrobe, Formerly of Trauger Born: 1926-02-27 Died: 2012-10-23 Hoffer, Norvelt Genevieve L. (Domurat) Dlugos, 86, of Latrobe, formerly of Trauger, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. Born Feb. 27, 1926, in Dorothy, she was a daughter of the late John and Rose (Garstecki) Domurat. In addition to her parents, Genny was preceded in death by a daughter, Beverly Ann Folcik; a sister, Blanche Tylka; and brothers, Edward and John Domurat. She was a former member of St. Florian Catholic Church, United, and later St. Johns Evangelist, Latrobe. Prior to retirement, Genny had been employed for 20 years at Oak Hill Nursing Home. Genny's warm and gentle nature was felt by all who knew her. She lived and loved to make people happy. She always had an open ear, a kind word and a warm smile for anyone she met. She was an ideal daughter, sweet sister, devoted wife, loving mother, loyal friend, dependable aunt, doting grandmother and a gentle great-grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, John L. Dlugos; five children, Diane (Henry) Sobota, of Armbrust, John (Darla) Dlugos, of Latrobe, Debra (Nicholas) Vlanich, of Mt. Pleasant, Sandra (Charles) Zera, of Latrobe, and Thomas (Beth) Dlugos, of Latrobe; six grandchildren, Tim, Jacob, Jenna, Rachel, Maryann and Charley; and one great-grandson, Max. Also surviving are two sisters, Helen Suscovich and Josephine Kaminsky; along with numerous nephews and nieces. She will be dearly missed. Family and friends will be received from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the JAY A. HOFFER FUNERAL HOME, 2245 Mt. Pleasant Road, Norvelt, PA 15674. A blessing service will be 9:15 a.m. Friday in the funeral home, followed by her Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Florian Catholic Church with the Rev. Richard P. Karenbauer as celebrant. Interment to follow in St. Florian Cemetery, Trauger. The Alter Society will be pray the Rosary at 3 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Sign / View Guest Book

Frankovich, Regis M. 64 Delmont Born: 1948-02-10 Died: 2012-10-24 Bash-Nied Funeral Home, Delmont Regis M. Frankovich, 64, of Delmont, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. He was born Feb. 10, 1948, in Pittsburgh, son of the late Joseph and Marie Papa Frankovich. In addition to his parents Regis was predeceased by a brother, Ronald Frankovich; and a sister, Janet Cattrell. He is survived by Patricia Frankovich, of Delmont; two sons, Brian and Kevin Schlagel; and grandchildren Dylan, Aiden, Olivia and Ashlyn. Friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday at BASH-NIED FUNERAL HOME, 152 Abbe Place, Delmont, 724-468-8381, where a blessing service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday with Father Joseph Bonafed, of St. Mary's Church, Export. Interment services will follow at Allegheny Cemetery in Pittsburgh. http://www.bash-niedfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Greenawalt Sr., Earl R. 94 West Newton Died: 2012-10-22 Mccauley, West Newton Earl R. Greenawalt Sr., 94, of West Newton, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. He was born Oct. 6, 1918, in Elizabeth Township, a son of the late John and Viora (Fenton) Greenawalt. He was a veteran of World War II having served in the Army Air Corps in the Pacific Theater. Earl was a member of West Newton United Presbyterian Church where he had served as an elder and Sunday school teacher and was a member and past Master of Blyth Lodge No. 593, F and AM. Prior to retirement, he was a mechanic with Lincoln Coach in Irwin. Surviving are his wife of 71 years, Mary (Magill) Greenawalt; four children, Earl Jr. and his wife, Pam, Ruth Camp and her husband, Charles, Nancy Greenawalt and J. Brian Greenawalt; three grandchildren, Tracy, Brianne and Brian M. Greenawalt; a great-grandson, Nicholas; and a brother, Cecil Greenawalt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Clara and Helen Greenawalt and Esther Hutter; and two brothers, Russell and Kenneth. Friends were received last Thursday at the J. WILLIAM McCAULEY JR. FUNERAL HOME INC., 901 Vine St., West Newton, where services were held last Friday. Interment with military honors followed in Mill Grove Cemetery, South Huntingdon Township. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Blyth Lodge No. 593, F and AM, 701 Mt. Pleasant Road, West Newton, PA 15089, or West Newton United Presbyterian Church, PO Box 314, West Newton PA 15089. http://www.mccauleyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Gribbin, Karen L. 57 North Huntingdon, Formerly of Manor Born: 1954-12-07 Died: 2012-10-17 Shirley, North Huntingdon Karen L. Gribbin, 57, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Manor, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, at her home. She was born Dec. 7, 1954, a daughter of Robert and Rose (Uhlir) Gribbin. Karen was employed by Huntingdon Partners and formerly was a paramedic for Rescue 14, Rescue 6, Mutual Aide and the 911 call center. In addition to her parents, she is survived by one son, Jason Gribbin, of Grapeville; one daughter, Kayla Krall and her husband, Nick, of Midland; brothers and sisters, David Gribbin (wife Julie), of Gaithersburg, Md., Dennis Gribbin (wife Debbie), of Garland, Texas, Ron Gribbin (wife Tammy), of North Huntingdon, Pat Stouffer, of Arlington, Texas, Bruce Gribbin (wife Charisse), of Rowlett, Texas, Glenn Gribbin (wife Lisa), of Frisco, Texas, and Martin Gribbin, of Euless, Texas; and two grandchildren, Lilith and Ava Krall. Arrangements were private. JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. http://www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Hancock, Louis N. 82 North Huntingdon Died: 2012-10-15 Pearce, Pitcairn Louis Nelson Hancock, 82, of North Huntingdon, died Monday, Oct. 15, 2012. He was the beloved husband of Jo-Anne (Backus) Hancock; loving father of Linda E. Hancock and her fiance, Dennis Crummey, and the late L.J. Hancock; brother of John (Patricia) Hancock and the late Elsie Hancock; and brother-in-law of Wayne M. (Marilyn) Backus. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends around the country. Louis was a retired quality control manager for Westinghouse Printing. Louis was an Army veteran of the Korean War, a member of Valley Lodge 613 F and AM, Syria Shrine and the Norwin Band Aides. Friends were received at the WM. O. PEARCE FUNERAL HOME INC., 318 Wall Ave., Pitcairn. Funeral service was held in Center Avenue United Methodist Church, Pitcairn, with the Rev. Dr. Cyndi Bloise officiating. Masonic Service Valley Lodge 613 F and AM was held in the funeral home. The family would like to thank Dr. Abe Friedman for his excellent care, his recent caregiver "angel," Jackie Yaroscak of Home Instead, and Sivitz Hospice. Memorial contributions may be donated to The L.J. Hancock Music Fund of The Pittsburgh Foundation, Five PPG Place, Suite 250, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Sign / View Guest Book

Hawkins, Charles W. 82 Ligonier Died: 2012-10-23 Mccracken, Ligonier Charles W. Hawkins, 82, of Ligonier, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in the Barnes House, Latrobe. He was born Nov. 21, 1929, in Oil City, a son of the late Charles W. and Amy Olmes Hawkins Sr. Prior to his retirement, he had been employed as a real estate supervisor for Beneficial and Capital Finance. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of St. Michael's of the Valley Church in Rector. After his retirement, he worked as a sales agent for Davies Real Estate in Ligonier. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Edith "Ellie" Lorenz Hawkins in 2007. Charles is survived by his three daughters, Amy (James) Hahn, of Brewster, N.Y., Eleanor (Carl) Clark, of Berlin, and Sally (Frank) Harvey, of Derry; three sons, Charles W. Hawkins III, of Robinson, Ill., John H. (Cynthia) Hawkins, of Pflugerville, Texas, and Joseph H. (Tammy) Hawkins, of Cincinnati, Ohio; 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Charles' family received friends last Sunday at the J. PAUL McCRACKEN FUNERAL CHAPEL INC., 144 E. Main St., Ligonier. A service to celebrate Charles' life was held last Monday in St. Michael's of the Valley with the Rev. Martin L. Wright III officiating. Interment followed in St. Michael's Cemetery. Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made in Charles' memory to St. Michael's of the Valley, PO Box 336, Ligonier, PA 15658. To sign the online guest book or to send condolences to the family, please visit http://www.jpaulmccrackenfuneralchapel.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Hill, Dessaree 91 Derry Born: 1921-05-04 Died: 2012-10-22 McCabe, Derry Dessaree Hill, 91, of Derry, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, in Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. She was born May 4, 1921, in Columbia, S.C., a daughter of the late Reed and Nancy Dessaure Moore. She was a member of Second Baptist Church of Latrobe and a retired employee of Torrance State Hospital. She enjoyed family, gardening, reading and crossword puzzles. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Hill; her daughter, Bertha Marie McCall; three brothers, David, Reed and Andrew Moore; three sisters, Gladys Lampkin, Ruth Skillings and Ethel Jackson; and two grandchildren, Duane and Stacy McCall. Dessaree is survived by her six loving grandchildren, Alfred "Corky" Hill, of Derry, Karen Ammon (Robert), of Blairsville, Susan Hill, of Washington, D.C., Perry McCall (Sharon) and Letha Faison, of Maryland, and Darryl McCall, of Washington, D.C.; numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the McCABE FUNERAL HOME, 300 W. Third Ave., Derry. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday in Second Baptist Church, Latrobe, with the Rev. Reed L. Moore officiating. (Everyone is asked to go directly to the church.) Interment will follow in Unity Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to http://www.mccabefuneralhomes.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Huey, Sonny 77 Ardara Born: 1934-11-18 Died: 2012-10-24 Snyder, Irwin Sonny Huey (Elmer E. Lentz), 77, of Ardara, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, at home. He was born Nov. 18, 1934, in Greensburg, a son of the late Thomas and Dorothy (McMunn) Huey. He was also preceded in death by his biological father, Elmer E. Lentz; and a great granddaughter, Lillian Celeste Kotch. He was a retired employee of Shuster's Building Components and was a former employee of Gulf Oil Company. Sonny was a member of Ardara United Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder and assistant organist for more than 20 years. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Louise J. (Hanna) Huey; children, Kim (Vaughn) Weyant, of North Huntingdon, Ken (Kelly) Huey, of Gilbert, Ariz., and Kurt Huey, of Greenville, S.C.; grandchildren, Staci (Tim) Kotch, Steven and Stefanie Weyant and Kasey, Kody, and Kaylee Huey; great-grandchildren, Brookelyn, Marlee and Timmy Kotch; also a sister, JoAnne (Ernie) Miller, of Export, and nieces and nephews. At Sonny's request, there will be no viewing. A memorial service was held in Ardara United Presbyterian Church with his pastor, the Rev. Patrick Ewing, officiating. Private interment will be in Union Cemetery, North Huntingdon. In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to Ardara United Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 175, Ardara, PA 15615. The family would like to give a special thank you to Promise Hospice for their kind and compassionate care. Sign / View Guest Book

Jones Sr., Daniel W. 50 North Huntingdon Born: 1962-01-06 Died: 2012-10-18 Ott, Irwin Daniel W. Jones Sr., 50, of North Huntingdon, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012, in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. He was born Jan. 6, 1962, in McKeesport, son of the late Fauntley Jones and Shirley Gross Nolfi. He was a truck driver for New England Motor Freight of North Huntingdon and was an Army peacetime veteran. Surviving are his wife of 20 years, Sandi Hearn Jones; a son, Daniel W. Jones Jr., at home; two sisters, Cindy Osselborne, of Herminie, and Libby (Donald) Cool, of Waynesboro, and their families; four sisters-in-law, Debbie (Dale) Robinson, Gayle (Doug) Roberts, Kim (Jeff) Mayer and Julie (John) Gurowski and their families; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Denny and Janet Hearn. Friends will be received from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the JOSEPH F. OTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 504 Oak St., Irwin, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow in McKeesport-Versailles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family. For online condolences, please visit http://www.ottfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Kallenborn, Helen G. 86 West Newton Died: 2012-10-24 James C. Stump Funeral Home, Belle Vernon Helen Getchey Kallenborn, 86, of West Newton, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday in the JAMES C. STUMP FUNERAL HOME INC., 580 Circle Drive, Belle Vernon/Rostraver Township, 724-929-7934. http://www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com. A complete obituary and funeral arrangements will be announced on Friday. Sign / View Guest Book

Kallenborn, Helen 86 West Newton Died: 2012-10-24 Stump, Belle Vernon Helen (Getchey) Kallenborn, 86, of West Newton, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in The Harmon House, Mt. Pleasant. Born July 28, 1926, in West Newton, she was the daughter of the late Metro and Pauline (Poliwka) Getchey. Prior to retirement, Helen was employed by AT and T in Pittsburgh. She was a member of St. Nicholas Ukranian Orthodox Church in Monessen and the Ukranian National Association Branch 338. She was known for her Pysanky decorating and Ukranian embroidery. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death her husband, J. Wayne Kallenborn; three brothers and three sisters. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until noon Saturday in the JAMES C. STUMP FUNERAL HOME INC., 580 Circle Drive, Belle Vernon/Rostraver Township, 724-929-7934, where a funeral service will be held at noon Saturday with the Very Rev. Samuel Smolcic officiating. Interment will follow in the West Newton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the the Alzheimer's Association, PO Box 9601, Washington, DC 20090-6011. http://www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Klym Sr., Robert E. 71 Derry Born: 1941-01-09 Died: 2012-10-24 Lopatich, Latrobe Robert E. Klym Sr., 71, Derry, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. He was born Jan. 9, 1941, in Latrobe, a son of the late Anthony and Anna (Krinock) Klym. Robert was a member of St. Joseph's Church, Derry, and he'd been retired from Robertshaw for 34 years. He was a member of the Greek Club, Snydertown, and the Slovak Club. Besides his parents, Robert was preceded in death by two sisters, Anna Irvin and Mary Ann Flowers. He is survived by his wife, Karen M. (Hacker) Klym, of Derry; a son, Robert E. Klym Jr. and wife, Elvia, of Tennessee; two daughters, Sherry Klym, of Greensburg, and Gina Klym, of Derry; four brothers, James Klym, of Latrobe, Anthony G. Klym and wife, Lee, of Derry, John Klym and wife, Janet, of Latrobe, and Thomas Klym and wife, Debbie, of Bolivar; three sisters, Julia Chockla and husband, Thomas, of Derry, Dolores Klym, of Derry, and Cathie Camarote and husband, Dom, of Latrobe; grandchildren, Nathan Bates, Brandon Klym, Brevin Klym and Bradshaw Klym; also numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday in the JOHN J. LOPATICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 601 Weldon St., Latrobe. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in St. Joseph Church with the Rev. Stephen C. West as celebrant. Interment is private. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the doctors and staff, especially Kathy, Kim and Jill at Mountainview Specialty Care. To sign our online guestbook, send condolences or to view detailed obituary and funeral home information, please visit http://www.lopatich.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Kohuth, William W. 47 Ruffs Dale Born: 1965-09-23 Died: 2012-10-21 Mccauley, West Newton William Warren Kohuth, 47, of Ruffs Dale, died suddenly Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, at his home. He was born Sept. 23, 1965, in Fort Rucker, Ala., a son of Diane (Brunner) Kohuth Gelet, of Ruffs Dale, and the late Robert J. Kohuth Sr. A 1983 graduate of Yough High School, he entered the Marine Corps in early 1984, serving four years. He was presently an employee of TR Trucking, Ruffs Dale, and was a member of Barren Run United Methodist Church, Smithton, and the Slovenian Club, Yukon. In addition to his mother, survivors include two sons, Alex Andrew and Aaron William Kohuth; a daughter, Natalie Rose Kohuth; a brother, Robert J. Kohuth Jr. and wife, Cathy, of Stewart, Tenn.; maternal grandparents, Warren H. and Mary A. Brunner, of Smithton; a special friend, Jamie Erwin; and numerous loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the J. WILLIAM MCCAULEY JR. FUNERAL HOME, INC., 901 Vine St. West Newton, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday in Barren Run United Methodist Church, 569 Barren Run Road, Smithton, followed by services at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Barren Run Cemetery. Due to an allergy, in lieu of flowers, donations to Barren Run United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 783, Smithton PA 15749. http://www.mccauleyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Larson Jr., Clarence L. 75 Formerly of Vandergrift Died: 2012-09-12 Clarence L. "Lud" Larson Jr., 75, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2012, at Mat-Su Regional Hospital in Palmer, Alaska. A memorial service "Last Lap for Lud" was held Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, at the North Star Speedway in Palmer, Alaska. That day began with light snowfall then turned to bright sunshine warming the gathering of many family and friends, two pastors and military honors with firing squad. Our father, known as "Lud" to his family and friends was born June 12, 1937, in Vandergrift, to Clarence L. Larson Sr. and Louise E. Shutt. The oldest of six children, Lud went to work at the age of 12 learning the fine art of car mechanics. In 1956, Lud joined the Air Force where he was a flight crew mechanic. Lud received the Commendation Medal for being on the elite flight crew for Major General Nick Necrason of the Alaska Air Command. After eight years in the Air Force, Lud drove for a trucking company in New Jersey where he also owned a gas station and a truck repair shop. In 1969 the family caravanned to Alaska to start a new life in the "Land of Opportunity." Lud opened a garage, Northland Enterprises, was chief pilot for Air Photo Tech, became a real estate broker in the Valley, built many of the roads and subdivisions in Wasilla, and was the owner of Northway Airport Enterprises, North Star Speedway, Palmer Tire and Auto, and several other businesses. In addition, Lud was an avid pilot traveling all over Alaska and the States; he was a race car driver and a lifelong NASCAR fan. Lud also volunteered for the Civil Air Patrol for many years. In 1958 Lud married Joan Condel and together they have four surviving children, Laura J. Larson, Michael S. Larson, Cathy L. Larson and Sharon J. Larson, also Baby Girl Larson, a daughter who died shortly after birth in 1966. Lud was the grandfather of one granddaughter and seven grandsons and great-grandfather of three great-granddaughters. Lud leaves his beloved sisters and brother, Eleanor Lewis (Wallace), Betty Jo Collard (Michael), Arthur Larson, Margaret Blalock, Suzanne Morelli (Nicholas), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Lud is also survived by his second wife, Shari Tackett with whom he reconnected in early 2012. They spent this summer going on road trips (another of Dad's favorite activities) around Alaska and were preparing for a road trip to the lower 48 which would have begun in late September. Lud was a very social, friendly and generous man, and has left a legion of longtime friends and racing buddies. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. It is much too hard to say goodbye, so we say: "Until we meet again; we will love you forever." Sign / View Guest Book

Loughrey, Annabelle M. 86 Murrysville, Formerly of Kittanning Born: 1926-01-12 Died: 2012-10-24 Snyder-Crissman, Kittanning Annabelle Marie (Cornman) Loughrey, 86, of Murrysville, formerly of Kittanning, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in Golden Living Nursing Home in Murrysville. She was born Jan. 12, 1926, in Kittanning, a daughter of the late Eden and Eleanor (Cogley) Cornman. She retired from Armstrong County Memorial Hospital. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Kittanning. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her daughter, Kathy Rose, of White Oak; sons, Rodger (Betty Lee) Loughrey, of Forest Park, Ga., and Archie (Clare) Loughrey III, of North Huntingdon; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; brothers, Donnie (Joyce) Cornman, of Kittanning, and Lawrence Cornman, of Kittanning; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Archie W. Loughrey Jr.; son-in-law, Raymond Rose; sister, Mary Cornman; and brothers, Charles "Bud" Cornman, Harry Cornman, Victor Cornman and Paul Cornman. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Snider-Crissman Funeral Home in Kittanning, where services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday with the Rev. Larry Krause officiating. Interment in Lawn Haven Burial Estates. For more information or to send an online condolence, please visit http://www.snydercrissman.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Maddock, Mary Lou 82 North Huntingdon Died: 2012-10-23 Shirley, North Huntingdon Mary Lou Maddock, 82, of North Huntingdon, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, at Redstone Highlands in Greensburg. She was born Aug. 21, 1930, in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Louis and Roseann Exton Forgie. Mary Lou was a member of the New Hope Presbyterian Church, North Huntingdon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Leroy W. Maddock in 2004; and her brother-in-law, Gregg Ashcroft. She is survived by two sons, Wayne L. and his wife, Michelle, of North Huntingdon, and Scott W. and his wife, Pattie, of Irwin; one daughter, Sharon Hess and her husband, Jamie, of Irwin; one sister, Ruth Ann Ashcroft, of Penn Hills; grandchildren, Jeff Maddock (wife, Melissa), Jennifer Martin (husband, J.C.), Summer Steiner (husband, Jimmy), Mike Maddock, Alex and Victoria Hess; and two great-grandchildren, Daniel and Caleb Maddock. Friends were received last Thursday at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service was held last Friday in New Hope Presbyterian Church with Pastor Janet Reid officiating. Interment at Westmoreland County Memorial Park. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the entire staff of Redstone Highlands Health Care Center in Greensburg along with the Family Hospice and her two lifelong friends, Jeanne and Roberta. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Redstone Highlands, 6 Garden Center Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601, or the Parkinson's Foundation, 3468 Babcock Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. http://www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Malik, Justin T. 17 Herminie Born: 1995-06-20 Died: 2012-10-25 Galone-Caruso, Mt Pleasant Justin Tully Malik, 17, of Herminie, died Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Mr. Malik was born June 20, 1995, in Latrobe, the son of Ahna Malik Bingaman and his stepfather, Jason Bingaman, of Herminie. Justin was a junior at Yough High School. He loved music and using his iPod and his smart phone. Justin was a kind and gentle young man who never spoke an unkind word about anyone. He found good in everyone and everything. He is survived by his loving family, his mother, Ahna and Jason; his brothers, Austin and Ayden; and his sisters, Ani, Jasmine, Ava and Jada. Justin is also survived by his maternal grandmother, Tammy Johnson; maternal grandfather, Charles Johnson Sr. and his wife, Leslie; Pap Pap Art, his stepgrandfather; his great-grandparents, Dottie and Verdane Monticue and Ahna Stumpf; his aunts, Tonya Upchurch and Marcus, and Rhonda Johnson; and his uncles, Charles Jr. and Danny Johnson. Justin was preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Francis Stumpf. Family and friends were received at the GALONE-CARUSO FUNERAL HOME, 204 Eagle St., Mt. Pleasant. Justin's funeral service followed immediately in the funeral home with the Rev. Richard J. Kosisko officiating. Inurnment was private. To offer an online condolence, please visit our website at http://www.galone-carusofuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Mance, Joseph P. 62 Delmont Born: 1950-07-03 Died: 2012-10-09 Joseph P. Mance, 62, of Delmont, died Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2012, at UPMC Shadyside in Pittsburgh with his loving family at his side. He was born July 3, 1950, in Greensburg, a beloved son of Mary Jane DeBartolo and the late Paul F. "Joe" Mance. Joseph is survived by his beloved wife, Lynn Bortz Mance to whom he was married 41 years; sons, Michael J. Mance (Heather Kosmatine), of Delmont, and Ryan C. (Kristi) Mance, of Schenectady, N.Y.; grandchildren, Camren Michael and Owen Joseph, who referred to him as "Pappy Joe"; two brothers, Chuck (Tammy) Mance, of Murrysville, and Mark (Lynn) Mance, of Bellefonte; and a sister, Carol A. Kunkle (Sonny Halterman), of Mt. Pleasant; and also a niece and nephews; mother-in-law, Lois Bortz, of Delmont; brother-in-law of Bob (Sherry) Bortz, of Derry; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Joseph will also be missed by his special feline friend, Juneau. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, John G. Mance and Anna May Lipyance Mance; maternal grandparents, Frank and Frances M. DeBartolo; uncle, Sam F. DeBartolo; brother, Stephen A. Mance; and nephew, Eli F. DeBartolo. He attended Greensburg High School for three years and Mt. Pleasant High School, from which he graduated in 1969 and enlisted in the Navy. Joseph was honorably discharged from the Navy during the Vietnam War, serving on the USS Ranger. He was employed for 34 years as a production supervisor with the Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County at Beaver Run. He was a member and served as an elder for the Delmont Presbyterian Church. He was also a member of the former Green Trojan Band of Greensburg. He enjoyed camping and fishing and spending time with his family. Memorial donations in Joseph's memory may be made to the Delmont Presbyterian Church, 101 Church St., Delmont, PA 15626. http://www.bash-niedfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Marvich, Betty A. 86 Youngwood Born: 1925-12-17 Died: 2012-10-24 McCauley, Youngwood Betty Arlene Altman Marvich, 86, of Youngwood, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, with her family at her side at Concordia at Rebecca Residence in Allison Park. Betty was born Dec. 17, 1925, in Youngwood, a daughter of Marie Shaffer Altman and Laird Altman. Betty was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Martin D. Marvich Jr.; a brother, John "Jip" Altman; and three sisters, Jennie Reagan, Louise Palmer and Rose Marie Charnesky. Betty is survived by her son, M. Dennis Marvich, of Washington D.C.; daughters, Nancy Marvich Finnessy and her husband, Greg, of Chuluota, Fla., and Pam Marvich Billet and her husband, Greg, of Oakmont; three grandchildren, Scott Finnessy and his wife, Ivy, Kelly Finnessy and Taylor Billet; plus numerous nieces and nephews. Betty lived on North Sixth Street in Youngwood for 57 years, surrounded by the best neighbors anyone could ever have. Betty was a devoted wife, a wonderful mother and grandmother, and was always willing to help friends and family members. She was a lifelong member of Christ United Methodist Church. "Betty Blue Eyes," as many remember her, loved spending time with her family, traveling, music, flowers and gardening and Steelers football. She enjoyed socializing with friends and playing cards, and belonged to her 'card club' for more than 50 years. Family and friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, at the C. RICHARD McCAULEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 101 S. Fourth St., Youngwood, with additional visitation from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Monday at Christ United Methodist Church, 100 Lincoln St., Youngwood. The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. at the church, followed by interment in Westmoreland County Memorial Park. The family would like to thank Good Samaritan Hospice and the staff at Concordia at Rebecca Residence for the wonderful care Betty received over the past two months. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Christ United Methodist Church, http://www.christumcyoungwood.org, Good Samaritan Hospice, http://www.good-samaritanhospice.org, or the DePaul School for Hearing and Speech, http://www.speakmiracles.org, the amazing school in Shadyside that her granddaughter, Taylor, attended. Sign / View Guest Book

McCulley Jr., Curtis W. 58 Blairsville, Formerly of Scottdale Born: 1954-04-03 Died: 2012-10-18 Ferguson, Scottdale Curtis W. "Curt" McCulley Jr., 58, of Blairsville, formerly of Scottdale, passed away at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012, in UPMC Presbyterian, Oakland. Curt was born April 3, 1954, in Mt. Pleasant, a son of Arlene J. Workman McCulley, of Scottdale, and the late Curtis W. McCulley Sr., who passed away Dec. 2, 2002. Curt was the quality control manager for Sunstar in Youngstown for the past 10 years and previously was employed for 18 years at General Carbide in Greensburg and at Fansteel Corp. He graduated from Southmoreland High School, Class of 1972, and from Grove City College with a civil engineering degree in 1976. He was past Grand Exalted Ruler of the Mt. Pleasant Elks Lodge and currently the Esteemed Loyal Knight at the Blairsville Elks Lodge. Curt also held membership at the Latrobe Eagles, Youngstown Firemen's Club, Red Barn Italian Club and the Blairsville VFW Post. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, billiards and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan. Curt will be sadly missed by his loving family; his fiancee, Patricia A. "Patty" Bridge, of Blairsville; his mother, Arlene J. Workman McCulley, of Scottdale; his son, Matthew W. McCulley, of New Stanton, and his mother, Wendy Benedict McCulley; his stepdaughter, Amanda Canfield and husband, Rob; his grandchildren, Chole and Dominic; his stepgrandchildren, Sidney and Jaxon; his sister, Maureen Sultzer and her husband, Thomas, of Scottdale; his nieces and nephews, Michael, Jennifer, Jeremy, Dana and Bobbi Jo; his brother-in-law, Bob Fissella, of Scottdale; his aunts, Deidra Wilkins and her husband, Roy, of Maryland, and Joann McCulley, of Georgia; and numerous cousins. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ann and Emory "EJ" Workman; his paternal grandparents, Olive and Herbert McCulley Sr.; his sister, Kathleen Fissella (March 25, 2006); his aunt, Janet Walker; and his uncles, Frank Walker, Millard "Mike" McCulley and Herbert McCulley Jr. Personalized arrangements are under the professional supervision of the ROBERT B. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 105 Spring St., Scottdale, (724-887-5300 / http://www.fergusonfunerals.com / GPS: N40 degrees 06.136, W79 degrees 35.278). Family and friends were received from 2 to 8 p.m. Monday in the funeral home chapel, where a prayer service was held at 8 p.m. Monday, followed by a memorial service by the Blairsville Elks Lodge. Private interment in Green Ridge Memorial Park. Love Lasts Forever! Sign / View Guest Book

Mesich, Helen P. 89 Bovard Died: 2012-10-23 James C. Stump Funeral Home, Belle Vernon Helen P. Mesich, 89, of Bovard, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in The Residence at Hilltop, Carroll Township. Born April 29, 1923, in Brinkerton, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Eva (Kadylak) Polansky. Helen lived in Bovard for 80 years. A homemaker, she was a member of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Monessen, where she was active in the St. Nicholas Sisterhood. She also enjoyed baking and playing bingo. She is survived by her brother, John Polansky and his wife, Agnes, of Greensburg; two sisters, Justina "Tina" Sedlacko of Penn Hills, and Anna Mae Selembo of Rostraver Township; two sisters-in-law, Helen Walor of Greensburg, and Mary Margaret "Toots" Rodgers of Tennessee; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Charles A. Mesich; brother, Pete Polansky; two sisters, Mary Opar and Nellie Zyvith; and nephew, Terry Sedlacko. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the JAMES C. STUMP FUNERAL HOME INC., 580 Circle Drive, Belle Vernon/Rostraver Township, 724-929-7934. Family and friends are asked to meet for a funeral service at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Nicholas Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 17 Reed Ave., Monessen, with the Very Rev. Michael Kochis officiating. Interment will follow in St. Michael's Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery, Hempfield Township. A Parastas service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. http://www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Muri, Marilyn J. 76 Murrysville, Formerly of Monroeville Died: 2012-10-18 Jobe, Turtle Creek Marilyn J. (Orberg) Muri, 76, of Murrysville, formerly of Monroeville, passed away suddenly Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late James McClellan Muri; loving mother of R. Susan (David) Harmuth, Brenda Myers, James R. (Beth Ann) Muri and Kathleen (Michael) Bogonovich; affectionately known as "Grammie" to Theresa (Michael), Angela and Kimberly McCole, Jason, Jordan and Christopher Myers, Janine and Gretchen Muri, and Jeffrey (Cristie) and Matthew (Tiffany) Harmuth; wonderful great-grandmother of David and Molly; sister of Charles Orberg; and sister-in-law of Colette Wood. Marilyn was a longtime active parishioner and Eucaristic Minister at Our Lady of Joy Parish in Plum. Friends were received from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL) corner of 445 Beatty Road and 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Joy Parish. Interment followed at Good Shepherd Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Joy Parish, 2000 O'Block Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15239. http://www.jobefuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Pamerleau, William C. 79 Murrysville Born: 1933-08-19 Died: 2012-10-17 Bash-Nied, Delmont William Charles Pamerleau, 79, of Murrysville, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, at UPMC East, in Monroeville. He was born Aug. 19, 1933, in Alpena, Mich., son of the late Gervin and Violet Pieper Pamerleau. In addition to his parents William was preceded in death by a daughter, Cheri Rafferty. He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Irene "Rene" Beaubien Pamerleau; son, William Pamerleau II and his wife, Gayle Fauver Pamerleau, of Murrysville; grandchildren, Rachel Grymko, David Rafferty, Ashley Kusmanoff (Jason), Ian Pamerleau and Claire Pamerleau; and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving is his sister, Ann Gehrke and her husband, Darryl, of Alpena, Mich. After serving and being honorably discharged from the Navy, William attended Michigan State University where he graduated with a BA in 1960. He served as editor of the Michigan State News and remained an active alumnus of the university throughout his life and an avid fan of Spartan sports. Making his career in advertising and public relations William worked at Commonwealth Associates in Jackson, Mich., Federal Life and Casualty in Lansing, Mich., and Auto-Owners Insurance Company in Lansing, Mich., where he worked for 30 years until his retirement in 1995 where he oversaw advertising and produced award winning publications. William enjoyed playing golf and tennis and was an avid jazz enthusiast. Friends will be received from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday followed by a memorial blessing service at 4:30 p.m. at BASH-NIED FUNERAL HOME, Delmont, 724-468-8381, with Father Thomas Dansak presiding. In lieu of flowers the Pamerleau family requests that memorial donations in William's memory to be sent to the Humane Society of the United States, 2100 L St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20037. http://www.bash-niedfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Pinskey Sr., Andrew L. 89 Mammoth Born: 1923-05-13 Died: 2012-10-25 Hoffer, Norvelt Andrew L. Pinskey Sr., 89, of Mammoth, passed away Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. Born May 13, 1923, in Mt. Pleasant, he was a son of the late Joseph L. and Mary Barbara (Micek) Pinskey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Agnes (Pocratsky) Pinskey, in 2008; a brother, Joseph Pinskey; and a sister, Mamie Pinskey. He was a member of the former St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Calumet. Andrew loved the game of golf and had managed the Pro Shop at Norvelt Golf Club for 30 years. Prior to retirement, he had been employed by Robertshaw Controls for 43 years. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the Army Air Force. Andrew was a member of the 1941 Hurst High School WPIAL baseball championship team, attended LSU on a baseball scholarship and was a lifelong Pirate baseball fan who attended 30 straight opening days at Forbes Field. He had been a coach for various youth sports programs and was an avid Notre Dame fan. Andrew is survived by four sons, Andrew L. (Cherie) Pinskey Jr., of Scottdale, Joseph L. (Deborah), of Greensburg, John T. (Dana) Pinskey, of Columbus, Ohio, and William M. Pinskey, of Mammoth; eight grandchildren, Andrew L. Pinskey III, Kristen A. (Nathan) Savanick, Robby (Bethann) Greer, Joseph L. Pinskey Jr., Jonathan M. Pinskey, Johnny T. Pinskey, Bryon T. (Amanda) Reed and Jessica N. (Joe) Sorenson; six great-grandchildren, Tristin S. Greer, Brooke A. Greer, Lilyonna M. Sorenson, Abigail Sorenson, Rayne Sorenson and Julia Ann Savanick; also survived by a sister, Dorothy K. Brayo; four sisters-in-law, Juliann (Frank) Pochinsky, Irene Pocratsky, Helen Pocratsky and Bernadine Pocratsky; and numerous nieces and nephew. Family and friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday and 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the JAY A. HOFFER FUNERAL HOME, 2245 Mt. Pleasant Road, Norvelt. A blessing service will be at 9 a.m. Monday in the funeral home, followed by his Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Visitation Catholic Church, Mt. Pleasant, with the Rev. Richard J. Kosisko as celebrant. Interment to follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery with military honors accorded by Armbrust Veterans Association. Military will hold a service at 9 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. A wake service will be at 3 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Andrew's honor to Jacobs Creek Area Faith in Action, 724-542-4117. Sign / View Guest Book

Randall Jr., Joseph Monessen Died: 2012-10-23 House Of Jackson Memorial Chapel, Donora, On. Oct. 23, 2012, God sent a squadron of angels to bring Staff Sergeant Joseph Randall Jr. home. As Joe plumbed the line and squared his footing with Jesus as the pilot, he was ready for take off; destination Heaven. Joe was the son of Deacon Joseph Randall Sr. and the late Rose Luvenia Battle Randall. As a young member in Morning Star Baptist Church, Clairton, Joe sang in the junior choir and served as a junior deacon. He was a graduate of Shaw University, with a bachelor of art degree in business administration. He served in the U.S. Army for 13 years with honorable service. He was commander of the Mon Valley Disabled American Vets , No. 131, Commander of American Legion Post No. 704, the Worthy Patron of Star of Bethlehem No. 34, Monessen, OES, the newly elected worshipful master of the Mon Yough No. 79 F and AM Lodge of Masons, Monessen. With a wink and big Joe smile, he said good night to his wife and soul mate, Selma Arnold-Randall of Monessen; sons, Terrance B. Randall of Fort Wayne, Ind., and James Arnold of Monessen; daughter, Doris and husband, Norris Coleman of Philadelphia; four grandchildren. Also waving see you later is his father, Deacon Joseph Randall Sr. of Clairton; brothers, Mack Sr. and Roosevelt Randall; sisters, Linda Nan Randall, Arlene Embry and Dianne Marie Brown. Visitation will be from 2 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, in the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 230 Reed Ave., Monessen, where Joe served as a member of the Calvary Gospel Chorus and trustee. Service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 27. Bishop Karl Jackson, pastor, will give the eulogy. Interment will be held at Round Hill Cemetery. Sign / View Guest Book

Rodgers, Bernadette 82 Greensburg Born: 1930-09-16 Died: 2012-10-23 Bacha, Greensburg Bernadette Rodgers, 82, of Greensburg, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in Cedars Hospice, Monroeville. She was born Sept. 16, 1930, in Greensburg, the daughter of the late Frank R. and Helen G. (Levendusky) Pristas. Prior to retirement she had been employed by the Bell Telephone Co. of Greensburg. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Cathedral, Greensburg, the Bell Telephone Pioneers and had been a volunteer at the St. Vincent DePaul store in Greensburg for 27 years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Darlene Carrier. She is survived by her husband, Robert E. Rodgers; two sons, Robert R. Rodgers and his wife, Kim, and Richard B. Rodgers and his wife, Susie, all of South Greensburg; six grandchildren, Courtney Rodgers, Justin Carrier, Stephanie Gerken, Christie Rodgers, Cody Carrier and Michael Rodgers. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the LEO M. BACHA FUNERAL HOME INC., 516 Stanton at Green streets, Greensburg. Prayers will be at 9 a.m. Friday in the funeral home followed by a funeral Mass to be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament Cathedral, Greensburg. Interment will follow in St. Clair Cemetery. http://www.bachafuneralhomeinc.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Ross, Harold J. 77 Greensburg Born: 1935-09-27 Died: 2012-10-23 Bacha, Greensburg Harold Jackson "Jack" Ross, 77, of Greensburg, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. He was born Sept. 27, 1935, in McDonaldton, a son of the late Charles Ross and Helen (Swarner) Ross Milner. Prior to retirement he had been a self-employed truck driver for 54 years and had leased to Enamel Products and Planning Co., and later to Precoat Metals, both of McKeesport. He was a member of Hempfield Church of Christ and was an Army veteran. Jack loved to travel, country music, polkas, driving and working on his trucks. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Mark Douglas Ross; a brother, Jerry Ross; and a sister, Shirley McCune. He is survived by his wife, Nancy (Iams) Ross; five sons, Richard Ross (Donna), of Greensburg, Charles Ross (Patty), of Fayetteville, N.C., Christopher Ross, of Rockwood, Scott Ross (Heather), of Youngwood, and Shawn Ross (Gina), of Greensburg; a daughter, Cynthia Robertson (Paul), of Youngwood; 13 grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and two stepgreat-grandchildren; a brother, Glenn William Ross and his wife, Linda, of Jamestown, N.Y.; a sister, Doris Lehman, of Somerset; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday in the LEO M. BACHA FUNERAL HOME INC., 516 Stanton at Green streets, Greensburg. A funeral service will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with Mike Hazelton officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Clair Cemetery. A special thanks to Dr. John Wass and staff of Oakbrook Cancer Center. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Make a Wish Foundation, 707 Grant St., 37th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219-1916, or the Cancer Center at Oakbrook Commons, 400 Oakbrook Drive, Suite 2201, Greensburg. Please mark checks "Harold Jackson Ross." http://www.bachafuneralhomeinc.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Rulis, Robert A. 84 Formerly of Vandergrift Born: 1928-02-08 Died: 2012-10-17 Robert Alexander "Bob" Rulis, 84, formerly of Vandergrift, died peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, at his home in Denver, Colo. He was born Feb. 8, 1928, to Lithuanian immigrant parents, Charles and Alexandra (Poskus) Rulis. Robert was the second youngest of 12 children, all born at home in Vandergrift. A close-knit, hard-working family, they encouraged young Robert to pursue his dreams which consisted primarily of becoming a fighter pilot. He entered the Navy as a sea recruit in 1949, earned his wings at Pensacola, Fla., flying Corsairs, and retired after 20 years with the rank of commander in 1969. His service included stints in Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and South America with stations in Morocco, Spain, Italy, Washington, D.C., Chile and Omaha, Neb. He was fluent in German and Spanish. Of his military career, he was fond of saying, "I flew over 30 different types of military aircraft and had a great time. I never could understand why the Navy paid me for it." Upon his retirement from military service, he spent 15 years engaged in oil and gas exploration and commercial real estate development. He enjoyed reading, writing and studying art. He engaged again in private enterprise in the state of Colorado, where he ultimately retired. He and his wife motor homed through most of the United States and Canada, deciding to settle in Denver, Colo. He owned and developed several small buildings in LODO (lower downtown) Denver. As a consequence of his Bristol Wall Beds business, he held two patents, one a catchall rack that attaches to door hinges and the other a refinement of the Murphy folding bed assembly. He was lover of people, art, theater, music, sailing, swimming, skiing, spectator sports (especially the Nebraska Cornhuskers), antiques and good food. Robert is survived by his wife of 40 years, Diane Kay Brower Rulis; two daughters from his first marriage, Ines Rulis Barlerin and Suzanne Rulis de Barr, both of Bethesda, Md.; and five grandchildren, Sebastien, Maximilian and Ines Alexandra Barlerin and Isabel and Jackson Barr; as well as three sisters, Modesta Rulis, of Pittsburgh, Irene Hansen (Kjeld), of Denmark, and Eleanor Young, of Vandergrift; and several nieces and nephews and their children. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Casmere, Telesford, Walter, Edward and Richard Rulis; and sisters, Placida, Zenida and Marie Rulis. Final memorial service at Arlington National Cemetery in the summer of 2013. The family requests memorial donations to the Denver Hospice, 501 S. Cherry St., Suite 700, Denver, CO 80246-1328, or go online and donate at: http://www.thedenverhospice.org. Also, anyone wishing to have a Mass for Robert can contact St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church at 724-568-2331. Sign / View Guest Book

Sabedra, Valleriano V. 83 Slickville Died: 2012-10-24 Vaia, Delmont Valleriano V. "Val" Sabedra, 83, of Slickville, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in UPMC St. Margaret, Pittsburgh. He was born Dec. 15, 1928, in Torrance, a son of the late Joseph and Francesca Sabedra. Val was a member of St. Sylvester Roman Catholic Church, Slickville. Prior to his retirement, Val worked as a machinist at Westinghouse Air Brake in Wilmerding, then WABCO in Greensburg. Val was an Army veteran of World War II in Germany and a "Lifetime Award" member of the Slickville Lions Club. In addition to his parents, Val was preceded in death by his brother, John Sabedra. He is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years, Elena (Amaya) Sabedra; daughter, Cecilia Hewitt and her husband, John, of Torrance; son, Ralph Sabedra, of Slickville; daughter, Paula Dove and her husband, William, of New Stanton; daughter, Michelle DeSanders and her husband, James, of Latrobe; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; also surviving are two brothers, Pete Sabedra and Joseph Sabedra Jr. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the VAIA FUNERAL HOME INC., 463 Athena Drive, Delmont, 724-468-1177. A funeral Mass for Val will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Sylvester Roman Catholic Church, 3028 Route 819, Slickville, with Father Sam Lamendola as celebrant. Interment with full military honors accorded by VFW Post 33 Honor Guard, Greensburg, will follow in Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont. To send online expressions of sympathy, obtain grief support information or directions, please visit http://www.VaiaFuneralHome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Schoenfelder, Philip E. 73 Latrobe Born: 1939-06-22 Died: 2012-10-22 Lopatich, Latrobe Philip E. Schoenfelder, 73, of Latrobe, passed away Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, at his residence. Born June 22, 1939, in Latrobe, Philip was a son of the late Philip M. and Gilberta M. (DeMine) Schoenfelder. Philip was retired from American Legion Post 515, Latrobe, where he was also a member. He served in the Air Force. He was preceded in death by his brother, John F. Schoenfelder. Philip is survived by four sisters, Rose Ferry and husband, Kenneth, of Greensburg, Carolyn M. Raishart, of Latrobe, Janet Sliva and husband, Frank, of Latrobe, and Nancy Ament and husband, David, of New Alexandria. He is also survived by a number of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. There will be no public visitations. Services and interment are private. Arrangements handled by the JOHN J. LOPATICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 601 Weldon St., Latrobe. To sign our online guest book, send condolences, or to view detailed obituary and funeral home information, please visit http://www.lopatich.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Schumucker, Virginia 95 Formerly of Unity Township Died: 2012-10-23 Gaut-Bacha, Pleasant Unity Virginia M. Schmucker, 95, formerly of Unity Township, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, at Westmoreland Manor, Hempfield Township. She was born Aug. 27, 1917, in Unity Township, a daughter of the late Logan and Lenora (Sachs) Shirey. Prior to retirement, she worked at Latrobe Area Hospital and also taught cosmetology at the Imogene Beauty Academy, Mt. Pleasant. She was a member of St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church, Youngstown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert V. Schmucker; a son, Robert O. Schmucker; her brother, Virgil Shirey; and her sister, Golden Snodgrass. She is survived by two sons, Gerald W. Schmucker and his wife, Roberta, of Smithton, and Roy G. Schmucker and his wife, Linda, of Unity Township; 11 grandchildren, Vicki King, Debra King, Lori Schmucker, Rina Piper, Wayne Strauss, Jeffrey Schmucker, Diane Dunlap and Carrie, Randy, Brian and Kevin Schmucker; four stepgrandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren, stepgreat-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and several of nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the GAUT-BACHA FUNERAL HOME INC., 2072 Route 130, Pleasant Unity. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. James Lutheran Church with the Rev. Dr. David P. von Schlichten officiating. Please go directly to the church. Interment will follow in St. James Lutheran Cemetery, Unity Township. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. James Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 356, Youngstown, PA 15696. http://www.gaut-bachafuneralhomeinc.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Seighman, Marilyn R. 80 Ruffsdale Died: 2012-10-16 Ferguson, Scottdale Marilyn R. Seighman, 80, of Ruffsdale, passed away Monday, Oct. 16, 2012, at her residence. Marilyn was born Aug. 29, 1932, in Mt. Pleasant, a daughter of the late Nevin and Garnet W. Foss Brown. She married Jack D. Seighman on her birthday, Aug. 29, 1953. Jack passed away on Aug. 24, 2010. Marilyn was a loving mother and grandmother. She retired from Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital in Greensburg with 22 years of service where she was employed as the head of the escort services department. Years ago, she worked at Anchor Hocking Glass in South Connellsville. Marilyn was a longtime and faithful member of Grandview Church of God where she served as treasurer for many years. She graduated from South Huntingdon High School with the class of 1950 and was also a member of the Red Hat Society, the Victorian Ladies of Scottdale and the Mendon Grange. She enjoyed oil painting as a pastime. Marilyn will be sadly missed by her devoted family: her three children, Sherry Dutton and her husband, Eddie, of Miami, Fla., Dean Seighman and his wife, Karen, of Connellsville, and Mark Seighman and his wife, Beth, of Mt. Pleasant; her five grandchildren, Victoria and Bradley Joseph, Marissa, Matthew and Justin Seighman; her nephew, John Robert Seighman, of Ruffsdale; and her special cousin, Dale Mills and his wife, Emma Lou, of Ruffsdale. Personalized arrangements are under the professional supervision of the ROBERT B. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 105 Spring St., Scottdale, (724-887-5300 / http://www.fergusonfunerals.com / GPS: N40 degrees 06.136, W79 degrees 35.278). Family and friends were received last Thursday and Friday in the funeral home chapel where funeral services were held last Saturday with Pastor D. Keith Solomon officiating. Graveside committal service and interment followed in Barren Run Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Grandview Church of God, c/o: PO Box E, Alverton, PA 15612. The family would like to extend appreciation to Heartland Hospice for their loving care. Love Lasts Forever! Sign / View Guest Book

Shields, Dale W. 63 North Huntingdon, Formerly of Wilkins Township Died: 2012-10-23 Jobe, Turtle Creek Dale W. Shields, 63, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Wilkins Township, died tragically Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. He was the loving father of Tammy Miller, of Honalulu, Hawaii, Dale (Jennifer) Shields, of West Mifflin, and Chelsy, Dylan and Timothy Shields, of North Huntingdon; grandfather of Logan Shields; and beloved companion of Marilyn Manning. Arrangements by the JOBE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC. Turtle Creek, 412-823-1950. Memorial contributions may be made out to Jobe Funeral Home and sent to PO Box 110, Turtle Creek, PA 15145, and will be used for funeral expenses and for his children. http://www.jobefuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Smith, F. Rodney 85 Rostraver Township Born: 1927-04-20 Died: 2012-10-17 Stump, Belle Vernon F. Rodney Smith, 85, of Rostraver Township, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012. Born April 20, 1927, in Rostraver Township, he was the son of the late Frank H. and Camille T. (Schmidt) Smith. Rodney was a 1945 graduate of Rostraver High School. He was a lifetime farmer in Rostraver Township, winning numerous awards including Farmer of the Year in Westmoreland County. He is survived by his wife, Joan Kissler Smith; son, Craig R. (Caroline M.) Smith; daughter, Nancy S. (David B.) Hoffman; brother, Deane L. (Stephanie) Smith; sister-in-law, Beatrice J. Smith; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Dr. Blair J. Smith; and sister and brother-in-law, Carol J. and Delbert Kolodziej. Funeral services were held at Rehoboth Presbyterian Church with interment in Rehoboth Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the JAMES C. STUMP FUNERAL HOME INC., 580 Circle Drive, Belle Vernon/Rostraver Township (724-929-7934), http://www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Sottile, Kathleen A. 62 Mt. Pleasant Born: 1950-06-10 Died: 2012-10-17 Saloom, Mt. Pleasant Kathleen A. Sottile, 62, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, at her home, from complications attributed to the multiple sclerosis she was diagnosed with in 1989. Kathleen was born June 10, 1950, in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter of the late Steve and Frances (Greer) Osif. Kathleen was a 1968 graduate of Mt. Pleasant Area High School and a member of St. Pius X Church, Mt. Pleasant. She was formerly employed as a registration clerk for Frick Community Hospital, a member of the Western Pennsylvania Multiple Sclerosis Society, a lifelong lover of cats, the Beatles, President John F. Kennedy, sweets and an avid reader of Nora Roberts novels. Kathleen was a very happy and easy-going person who everyone loved, her motto was "You can either laugh or cry about things, I choose to laugh." Surviving is her beloved husband, Joseph Sottile; loving children, Jason Sottile and wife, Kelly Jean, of New Stanton, and Kelly Jo Sottile, of Greentree; a grandson, Jaxon Paul Sottile; a brother, Terry Osif, of Brinkerton; also brothers and sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the staff of Excela Health and her caretakers, Nicole Ulery and Debbie Garufi, for the kind care during Kathleen's illness. Friends were welcomed Friday to the EUGENE G. SALOOM FUNERAL SERVICE INC., 730 W. Main St., Mt. Pleasant (724-547-2122), where a blessing was held Saturday, followed by Kathleen's funeral Mass in the St. Pius X Church, Mt. Pleasant, with the Rev. Richard J. Kosisko as celebrant. Interment followed in the St. Pius X Cemetery. A parish wake service was held Friday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Western Pennsylvania Chapter, 1501 Reedsdale St., Suite 105, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Please visit http://www.saloomfuneralservice.com to send a condolence. Richard Rega, funeral director. Sign / View Guest Book

Swiderski, Anna 112 Springertown Died: 2012-10-24 Hoffer, Norvelt Anna (Krynitsky) Swiderski, 90, of Springertown, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, at her home. Born July 28, 1922, in Calumet, she was a daughter of the late Nicolaus and Catharina (Maslovsky) Krynitsky. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Joseph C. Swiderski, who died July 13, 2005; sisters, Frances Jarzabek, Mildred DeSiena, Catherine Shaner and Sophia Staschak; and brothers, Nicholas, Michael, Anthony and Frank. Anna was a member of the former St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Calumet, and its choir for many years. She was also a member of the Polish National Alliance. Anna was the loving mother of John "Joe" Swiderski, of Hecla, Lolly (Frank) Pierson, of Memphis, Tenn., Dorothy (Wayne) Hill and Raymond Swiderski, all of Springertown; loving grandmother to seven grandchildren, Laura (Jack) Kelley, Dave (Sarah) Lahti, Joey Swiderski, Ray (Khriste) Swiderski, Rick (Ramie) Swiderski, Tiffany Swiderski and Rebekah Null; six great-grandchildren, Lauren Roberson, Carolyn Kelley, Ashton Lahti, Rayahna Swiderski, Zenaya Lahti and Baby girl Swiderski coming in December; two great-great-grandchildren, Kyleigh and Cayden Antle; also surviving is a brother, Paul, of Cleveland, Ohio; a sister-in-law, Sally Krynicky, of Michigan; and nieces and nephews. Private services are in the care of the JAY A. HOFFER FUNERAL HOME, Norvelt. Sign / View Guest Book

Timmins, Martha L. 91 Mount Pleasant Died: 2012-10-21 Saloom-Rega, Mt. Pleasant Martha Louise Timmins, 91, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, at the Harmon House, Mt. Pleasant. Martha was born March 13, 1921, in Natrona Heights, the daughter of the late Fred and Anna Yangula Hanby. Martha was formerly employed as a clerk for the Buchek Bakery and Rehanek's Drug Store, Mt. Pleasant. Surviving are her children, Beverly Downs and her husband, Vaun, of Mammoth, John "Jack" Timmins Jr. and his wife, Louise, of Ruffsdale, and Judy Hostetler and her husband, Timothy, of Mt. Pleasant; grandchildren, Joell, Cory, Kylee and Jacquelyn; and great-grandchildren, Aidan and Maddie. In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Timmins Sr. in 2005; a brother, Fred Hanby; and sisters, Mary and Ruth Mudrunka. Friends are welcome from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday to SALOOM-REGA FUNERAL SERVICE INC., 730 W. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, 724-547-2122, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday with the Rev. Michael Alfieri officiating. Interment will be private. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Harmon House and Grane Hospice for their kind care of Martha during her stay at Harmon House. Please visit http://www.saloom-rega.com to send a condolence. Richard Rega, Funeral Director. Sign / View Guest Book

Tomko, Raymond C. 71 Irwin Born: 1941-01-09 Died: 2012-10-23 Shirley, North Huntingdon Raymond C. Tomko, 71, of Irwin, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born Jan. 9, 1941, in McKeesport, a son of the late Joseph and Cecilia Istvan Tomko. Raymond was a member of St. Edward Parish, in Herminie. He was a 1958 graduate of McKeesport High School and a graduate of the University of Duquesne, with a masters degree in chemistry. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a chemistry educator by McKeesport High School. Following retirement, he was employed part time by Auto Supermarket in Irwin. He enjoyed the outdoors, animals, and traveling to Texas to visit his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Audrey Jane Fenich Tomko; and one brother, Cyril Tomko. He is survived by one son, Jeffrey Michael Tomko, of Irwin; and two daughters, Laura Jean Tomko, of Irwin, and Amy Tomko Greenwood and her husband, Paul, of Austin, Texas. Friends were received from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral Mass was held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Edward Parish in Herminie followed by interment in New St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the UPMC Scleroderma Center, c/o Robyn T. Domsic. http://www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Trout, Gloria Z. 87 Youngwood Born: 1925-05-01 Died: 2012-10-24 Mccauley, Youngwood Gloria Z. Trout, 87, of Youngwood, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, in Excela Frick Hospital. She was born May 1, 1925, in Youngwood, daughter of the late August Springer and the late Mary Ann (Heckler) Springer. She was a member of First Trinity United Church of Christ, Robertshaw Retirees and a former member of Eastern Star. She retired from Robertshaw Controls, New Stanton. Surviving are a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. Edward Trout; two brothers, Cecil and Leslie Springer; and two sisters, Galia Zimmers and Cleona Walthour. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2012, at the C. RICHARD McCAULEY FUNERAL HOME INC., Youngwood. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, at the funeral home with Avis Specht officiating. Interment will follow in the Westmoreland County Memorial Park, Greensburg. Sign / View Guest Book

Ulishney, Lori A. 49 Ruffsdale, Formerly of Indiana Born: 1963-02-10 Died: 2012-10-10 Brooks, Mt. Pleasant Lori A. Ulishney, 49, of Ruffsdale, formerly of Indiana, Pa., passed away Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, at the home of her sister after a short and courageous battle with cancer. She was born Feb. 10, 1963, in Latrobe, a daughter of the late Eugene and Beatrice Short Ulishney. Lori was a graduate of Latrobe High School and she attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She residcd in Indiana for several years. She had been employed at Lenox Crystal for the last 12 years and she considered those that she worked with as her second family. Lori was well-known for baking her "gobs" which she made in many flavors and which were requested by many for holidays and family events. She was an avid sports fan and loved the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates. She is survived by her siblings, Eugene P. Ulishney Jr. and his wife, Roseanne, of Florida, Larry Ulishney, of Tennessee, Ken Ulishney, of Houston, Texas, Valerie DeVincentis and her husband, Dom, of Mt. Pleasant, David Ulishney, of Scottdale, and Scott Ulishney and his wife, Sherrie, of Maryland; her nieces and nephews, Gretchen Zeglin and her husband, Alan, and their daughter, Galatea, Ashley Morris and her son, Titan, Paul Ulishney, James Ulishney and Nikki Lynn, and Nick and Nate DeVincentis; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7:30 p.m., the hour of a memorial service, Friday in the BROOKS FUNERAL HOME INC., 406 E. Washington St., Mt. Pleasant. To sign the guest registry, please visit http://www.brooksfuneralhornes.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Upton Jr., Chester W. 89 Murrysville Died: 2012-10-24 Corl Funeral Home, Monroeville Chester W. Upton Jr., 89, of Murrysville, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012. He was the beloved husband of the late Helen, who passed away Jan. 15, 2011. He was the loving father of Marilyn (Dennis) Drennen, Janice (Gary) Oliver, Sharon (the late Raymond) Kosko and Brian (Tammy) Upton; loving grandfather of Megan (Mark), Mark, Chris (Sara), Drew, Nick, Allison, Tyler and Caitlyn; and loving great-grandfather of Maebry, Clarke and Henry. He was a captain in the Army Air Force World War II veteran, serving with the 11th Flight Control Squadron. Friends received Saturday and Sunday at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL and CREMATION CENTER OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (one block east of Mosside Boulevard, Route 48), where services were held Monday with Pastor David Schweissing officiating. Interment in Monongahela Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Presbyterian Church of Pitcairn, 312 Highland Ave., Pitcairn, PA 15140, greatly appreciated. Corl Family Directors, 412-372-2100, http://www.corlfuneralchapel.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Warnick, Carl L. 72 North Huntingdon Born: 1939-12-27 Died: 2012-10-18 Ott, Irwin Carl Luther Warnick, 73, of North Huntingdon, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was born Dec. 27, 1939, in Keyser, W.Va., a son of the late Walter and Miriam Wills Warnick. Prior to retirement, he was employed as a superintendent for Iron Workers Local 3 of Pittsburgh. He was a member of the Shidle Lodge F and AM 601 of Irwin. Surviving are his wife of 52 years, Nancy Howell Warnick; two sons, Craig A. Warnick and his girlfriend, Maria Marsico, of Pittsburgh, and Michael Warnick; a daughter, Cathy Warnick, of North Huntingdon; three grandchildren, Amanda, Jordan and Joshua; a brother, Richard Warnick and his wife, Sandra, of Arizona; and a niece, Niki. At Carl's request, there will be no public visitation or services. Entrusted with the arrangements is the JOSEPH F. OTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 504 Oak St., Irwin. For online condolences, please visit http://www.ottfuneralhome.com. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Rescue 8 Ambulance Service, 11259 Center Highway, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Sign / View Guest Book

Weimer, Patricia S. 72 Laughlintown Died: 2012-10-24 Mccracken, Ligonier Patricia S. Weimer, 72, formerly of Laughlintown, died Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 24, 2012, in Pleasantview Lodge, McCordsville, Ind. She was born Feb. 2, 1940, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Peter and Helen Moshnik Sophos. Prior to her retirement, she and her husband owned and operated Stonecliff Enterprises in Laughlintown. She had also owned the former "4 Paws" Dog Grooming Salon. Patricia was a member of Laughlintown Christian Church. Patricia loved to golf and bowl, having been on several different bowling leagues in Ligonier through the years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edward W. Weimer in 2011; and a son, Christ S. Weimer in 2002. She is survived by a daughter, Lisa C. Gray, of Indianapolis, Ind.; and a son, Mark E. (Susan) Weimer, of Westfield, Ind. Friends and family gathered last Sunday at the J. PAUL McCRACKEN FUNERAL CHAPEL INC., 144 E. Main St., Ligonier. A service to celebrate Patricia's life was held last Monday in Laughlintown Christian Church with her pastor, George Umphlett Jr., officiating. Interment followed in the Laurel Hill Cemetery. To sign the online guest book or to send condolences to the family, please visit http://www.jpaulmccrackenfuneralchapel.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Whitehead, Scott D. 58 New Stanton, Formerly of North Huntingdon Born: 1953-12-05 Died: 2012-10-16 Shirley, North Huntingdon Scott D. Whitehead, 58, of New Stanton, formerly of North Huntingdon, died Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012, at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born Dec. 5, 1953, in Greensburg, a son of George and Donna (Redinger) Whitehead. Scott was a member of Norwin Church of the Nazarene. He retired from the Postal Service with 32 years of service, worked as a courier for WCCC, and was a member of the Mail Handlers Union Local 322 where he served as shop steward, recording secretary, vice president and treasurer. He enjoyed golfing, gardening, woodworking, cooking but spending time with his family was most important. Scott was a 1971 graduate of Norwin High School where he played football. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Demek Whitehead. He was a devoted father to his two children, David Whitehead and his wife, Leah, of Greensburg, and Wendy Martelle and her husband, Craig, of Fairbanks, Alaska. Also surviving are two brothers, Wesley Whitehead, of Ellwood City, David Whitehead and his wife, Valerie, of Painted Post, N.Y.; nieces and nephews, Jonathan, Nathan, Brian, Brad, Jason, Jena, Justin, Amber, Trent and McKenna. Friends were received Thursday and Friday at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service was held Saturday in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Claude Sisler officiating. Interment was in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. http://www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Zieglar, Ralph H. 70 North Huntingdon Born: 1941-10-24 Died: 2012-10-16 Shirley, North Huntingdon Ralph H. Zieglar, 70, of North Huntingdon died Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012, at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born Oct. 24, 1941, in Larimer, a son of the late Henry and Katherine Zieglar. Mr. Zieglar was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. He was employed by Kenny Ross and Sons as a body shop manager. Ralph enjoyed hunting, wine making, golfing and was a former member of the Circleville Firehall and Pleasant Valley Country Club. He was a veteran of the Army National Reserves. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Shirley Lichtenfels and her husband, Bill. He is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Anna Marie Luteri Zieglar; one daughter, Cheryl Andrews and her husband, Gary, of Canton, Ohio; two brothers, Edward Zieglar and his wife, Regina, of Pinehurst, N.C., Eugene Zieglar and his wife, Bobbi, of Irwin; one sister, Virginia Zieglar and her husband, Larry Golder, of Larimer; and three grandchildren, Nicholas, Matthew and Maria Andrews. Friends were received Thursday and Friday at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday in St. Agnes Church. Interment will be in Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Agnes Church. http://www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Armstrong County

Crissman, George E. 88 Kittanning Died: 2012-10-25 Snyder-Crissman, Kittanning George E. Crissman, 88, of Kittanning, died Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, at Armstrong County Health Center. Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the SNYDER-CRISSMAN FUNERAL HOME INC., Kittanning. Additional visitation will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home, followed by funeral services at 2 p.m. Sunday at the First Baptist Church in Kittanning. A full obituary will be in Saturday's newspaper. Sign / View Guest Book

Punchard, Ernest O. 88 Rural Valley Born: 1924-07-31 Died: 2012-10-23 Carson/Boyer, Rural Valley Ernest O. Punchard, 88, of Rural Valley, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, at the VNA Inpatient Hospice, Butler. He was born July 31, 1924, in Philadelphia, to Ernest and Adelaide (Ott) Punchard. Ernest was the principal at Shannock Valley High School. He also was the assistant superintendent for the Armstrong School District. He was a member of First Lutheran Church, Rural Valley, the Rural Valley Lions Club, Gideon's, board of Family Counseling and a lay worship leader. He taught education law at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He was on the church council and board of WPIAL for years and board of Lutheran Men and Mission. He also taught Bible study for more than 20 years. Ernest is survived by his three sons, E. Mark Punchard and his wife, Linda, of Gettysburg, Randall Punchard and his wife, Christine, of Williamsburg, Va., and Evan Punchard, of Rural Valley; three granddaughters, Katie Punchard, Jenni Punchard and Stephanie Punchard; grandson, Mark Punchard Jr.; and sister, Evelyn Byerly, of Richmond, Va. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth E. Punchard, who died June 14, 2007; and his parents. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, 2012, at CARSON/BOYER FUNERAL HOME INC., 724 Main St., Rural Valley. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, at the First Lutheran Church - Rural Valley with Pastor James Neal officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services. Burial will take place in the Rural Valley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church of Rural Valley. http://www.carsonboyer.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Beaver County

Carlson, Ann D. 94 Darlington Died: 2012-10-17 Snyder, Ligonier Ann D. Carlson, 94, of Darlington, Ligonier Township, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, in the Ligonier Gardens. She was born July 16, 1918, in Wilpen, Ligonier Township, a daughter of the late Michael and Kathryn (Turcheck) Andreycak. Ann was a member of Holy Trinity Parish, Ligonier, Christian Mothers, Rosary Society and was a past president of the Golden Agers. Ann enjoyed planning for parties, cooking, baking, playing cards, gardening and watching sports. She was a very gentle and kind person, appreciated everything and never asked for much. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the Ligonier Valley School District as a cafeteria employee. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Albert E. Carlson (1997); three brothers, George, Michael "Buzz" and Joseph Andreycak; and a sister, Cassie Shaulis. She is survived by her four loving children, Betty A. Stump and her husband, Bob, of Greensburg, Charlotte Ross and her husband, Richard, of West Virginia, Robert E. Carlson and his wife, Janet, of Maryland, and James D. Carlson and his wife, Patty, of Stahlstown; three grandchildren, Lori Ganter and her husband, Bob, of North Huntingdon, Matt Swean and his wife, Jessica, of North Carolina, and Nathan Carlson, of Stahlstown; a great-grandson, Cameron Ganter; a sister, Mary A. Zamborsky, of Ligonier; and numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends were received last Friday in the SNYDER FUNERAL HOME INC., 402 Church St., Ligonier, where prayer service will be held. A funeral Mass was celebrated last Saturday in Holy Trinity Church, Ligonier, with the Monsignor William G. Charnoki, PA., as celebrant. Interment followed in the Ligonier Valley Cemetery. Ann's family would like to express their gratitude to her caregivers, Cherri Brown, Patti Angelo and Justine Angelo for the wonderful care that they gave to their mother. Sign / View Guest Book

Silvestri, Virginia A. 84 Monaca Born: 1927-12-13 Died: 2012-10-22 Simpson, Monaca Virginia A. (DeChellis) Silvestri, 84, a resident of Monaca, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. Born Dec. 13, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Dominic and Lucy (Sebastian) DeChellis. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Monaca, where she was member of Christian Mothers and served on Parish Council. Virginia was a self-employed beautician and she was active with Children and Youth Services and the PTA Monaca schools. Surviving are her husband, Joseph Silvestri; two sons and daughters-in-law, David and Joan Silvestri, of Beaver, and Gary and Denise Silvestri, of Imperial; eight grandchildren, Sara Silvestri and Bob Gillespie, Amanda Silvestri, Nathan and Jackie Silvestri, Alyssa Silvestri, Ann-Marlene Hlista and Abbey Hlista; three sisters, Viola Petrella, Alma DeChellis and Elsie Mandarino; a sister-in-law, Juanita DeChellis; two brothers-in-law, Pete Silvestri and Leo (Eva) Silvestri; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Barbara Silvestri; three brothers, Christy, Richard and James DeChellis; two sisters, Josephine Tuccinard and Stella Manzo; and a nephew, Carl Manzo. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in SCHLEIFER FUNERAL SERVICES INC., 998 Atlantic Ave., Monaca, where parting prayers will be offered at 12:30 p.m. Friday, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Monaca. Father Michael Ruffalo will officiate. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made, if desired, to St. Jude Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to SIMPSON FUNERAL and CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Ave., Monaca (724-728-4000). To view her memorial tribute, share online condolences, get directions and other information, please visit simpsonfuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Butler County

Benton, Larry P. 71 Formerly of Valencia Born: 1941-03-22 Died: 2012-10-17 McDonald-Aeberli, Mars Larry P. Benton, 71, of Steamboat Springs, Colo., formerly of Valencia, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, at UPMC Passavant in McCandless. He was born March 22, 1941, in Kittanning. Larry was a self-employed entrepreneur, an avid road cyclist and a member of Toast Masters International. Surviving are his wife, Jean McGeever Benton, whom he married April 1, 1967; a daughter, Mikie Benton, of Valencia; and three sons, Jay Benton, of Steamboat Springs, Andy Benton, of Park City, Utah, and Tom Benton of Hilo, Hawaii. A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Larry's life will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, at 125 Deer Meadow Lane, Valencia. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in St. Kilian Church, corner of Clark and Cherry streets, Mars Borough. Tom McMeekin will officiate. Arrangements are being handled by McDONALD-AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, and condolences are available at http://www.mcdonald-aeberli.com. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Holy Sepulcher Church's St. Vincent DePaul Society, 1304 E. Cruikshank Road, Butler, PA 16002. Sign / View Guest Book

Prop, Helen A. 90 Formerly of Mars Born: 1922-02-23 Died: 2012-10-24 McDonald-Aeberli, Mars Helen A. Prop, 90, formerly of Penn-Mar Plaza in Mars and Chalfonte Borough, died Wednesday afternoon, Oct 24, 2012, at UPMC Cranberry Place. Born Feb. 23, 1922, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Nora Roman George. Helen was had been a hostess and waitress at the Plaza Restaurant in Forest Hills for many years. Helen will always be remembered for her independence and her love for family and friends. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. The family would like to thank the staff at Cranberry Place for their loving care. Helen was the mother of Charles "Chuck" Prop and his wife, Somboon "Sam", of Anchorage, Alaska, Linda Matta and her husband, Dave, of Middlesex Township, and the late William Prop; grandmother of Jel, Oowan, Jack, Anne, James, Aaron and Ben, 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter; and sister of Yvonne Eberhard, Alberta "Birdie" Pavelka, and the late Charles and Anthony George and Lorraine Stacklin. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the McDONALD-AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars. Services will follow at 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Entombment will be held at noon Monday in the Mausoleum at Penn-Lincoln Memorial Park, North Huntingdon Township. Those attending are asked to meet at the cemetery. Memorials may be made to the AIDS Task Force, 5913 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206 in memory of Helen's son, William. Directions and condolences are available at http://www.mcdonald-aeberli.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Fayette County

Dorcon, Ann G. 94 Belle Vernon Born: 1918-08-16 Died: 2012-10-24 Parzynski Funeral Home Cremations, Belle Vernon Ann Griger Dorcon, 94, of Belle Vernon, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, at 5:06 p.m. at Country Care Manor, Washington Township. Born Aug. 16, 1918, in Stewartsville, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Elizabeth Dora Kensky. Ann was a member of St. Sebastian Roman Catholic Church and worked hard her whole life. She was a loving mom and grandmother, enjoyed baking, cooking, playing bingo, going to the Meadows and traveling. She is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Elaine Griger of Virginia; daughter and son-in-law, Loraine and John Povlish of Belle Vernon; daughter-in-law, Carol Griger of Donora; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Steven and Lana Kensky of Butler, Paul and Olga Kensky of Clairton; eight grandchildren, Heidi and Chris Coccari, Jason and Stacy Povlish, Sherri and Dave Zingarelli, Dr. Donald and Jen Griger, Kathy and Mark Aucker, Dr. David and Kristen Griger, Mary Beth and Ray White, Scott and Jessie Griger; and 21 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul Griger; a son, Donald Griger; two sisters; and six brothers. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the PARZYNSKI FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATIONS, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Ave., Belle Vernon, 724-929-6183. Prayer service will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home followed by funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. at St. Sebastian Roman Catholic Church. Interment will take place in St. Dominic Cemetery, Donora. Condolences accepted at the funeral home's website, http://www.parzynskifuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Joseph, John 95 Belle Vernon Born: 1917-03-11 Died: 2012-10-24 Parzynski Funeral Home And Cremations, Belle Vernon John "Jinx" Joseph, 95, of Belle Vernon, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, at 9:40 p.m. at Country Care Manor, Fayette City. Born March 11, 1917, in Monessen, he was the son of the late George and Susan Joseph. A resident of Belle Vernon for over 50 years, Mr. Joseph was a member of Lynnwood Lutheran Church and was retired from Pages, Liggett Spring and Axel and the Pittsburgh chapter of the American Red Cross. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army with the 6th Armored Division. He is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Janet and Jim Mizikar of Rostraver Township, Judith and Richard Curran of Reading; three granddaughters, Jessica Mizikar, Jeanine Dugan and husband, Adam, Kimberly Curran Kutz and husband, Jake. He was preceded in death by his wife, Oella McCullough Joseph; two brothers, George "Cake" Joseph, Andy "Bose" Joseph; and a sister, Dorothy Wilkens. Services will be private for the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the PARZYNSKI FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATIONS, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Ave., Belle Vernon, 724-929-6183. Condolences accepted at the funeral home's website, http://www.parzynskifuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Kasiewicz, Teresa R. 60 White Born: 1952-01-24 Died: 2012-10-23 Ferguson, Scottdale Teresa R. (Shaffer) Kasiewicz, 60 of White, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in Westmoreland Manor, Hempfield Township, following a lingering illness. Teresa was born Jan. 24, 1952, in Connellsville, a daughter of Ralph Shaffer, of Connellsville, and the late Betty Curran Shaffer, who passed away in August 2010. Teresa was married to Edward Kasiewicz, who passed away in 1992. Teresa was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She was a devoted homemaker and farmer. She graduated from Connellsville High School, Class of 1970, and attended the Appalachia Bible College in West Virginia. She also attended Mt. Carmel Christian Church and enjoyed country music. Teresa will be sadly missed by her loving family; her three children, Joshua A. Snyder and his wife, Stacey, of Mt. Pleasant, Rachel R. Basinger and her husband, Cary, of Connellsville, and Jeremiah J. Snyder and his wife, Jodi, of Connellsville; her five grandchildren, Sarah and Laura Snyder, Taney and Tagan Basinger, and Travis Snyder; her two sisters, Connie Kurtz, of Scottdale, and her twin, Sherry Bromwell and her husband, Glen, of Maryland; her brother, Ronald Shaffer and his wife, Bonnie, of Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her mother and husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Rebecca Snyder, in 1973. Personalized arrangements are under the professional supervision of the ROBERT B. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 105 Spring St., Scottdale (724-887-5300 / http://www.fergusonfunerals.com / GPS: N40 degrees 06.136, W79 degrees 35.278). Family and friends will be received from 2 to 7:30 p.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel where funeral services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Friday with her brother-in-law, Pastor Glen Bromwell, officiating. Interment in Green Ridge Memorial Park, Bullskin Township, next to her late mother will be private. The family extends appreciation to the staff of Lint's Personal Care Home and Westmoreland Manor for their loving care! Love Lasts Forever! Sign / View Guest Book

McNeel, George A. 78 Perryopolis Died: 2012-10-22 Ferguson Funeral Home and Crematory, Belle Vernon Rev. George A. McNeel, 78, of Perryopolis, passed away on Monday, Oct. 22, 2012, at his home. He was born in Irvona, Pa., on Nov. 19, 1933, a son of the late Howard Cyrus and Lois Stephens McNeel. George is survived by his wife of 58 years, Virginia Stamm McNeel; two sons and daughters-in-law, Donald G. and Janet McNeel of Cincinnati, Ohio, Daniel L. and Darlene McNeel of Londonderry, N.H.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Debora D. and Richard Propes of Fayette City, Daphne A. and Timothy Livingstone of Perryopolis; three brothers, Howard Cyrus McNeel Jr. of Clearfield, Robert P. McNeel of Somerset, Victor McNeel of Derwood, Md.; one sister, Janice McCracken of Buffalo, Minn.; three sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law, Ruth and Erwin Creider of Lakeland, Fla., Marie Hineman of Kissimmee, Fla., Louise and Carl Barto of Baden; 10 grandchildren, Jason, Toby and Brandi Propes, Kara Wertz, Laura and Nathan McNeel, Timothy Livingstone, Amanda Yount and Allison and Ryan McNeel; and four great-grandchildren, Brayden, Savannah, Sophia and Ava Yount. Rev. McNeel was a graduate of Nyack College, Nyack, N.Y. His pastorates, until his retirement in 1998, included Wardensville, W.Va., Connellsville, Indiana, Fayette City and Brockton, Mass. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Dorothy Smith. Friends will be received on Friday, Oct. 26, 2012, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Gospel Alliance Church. Funeral services will be at noon Friday, Oct. 26, 2012, in the Gospel Alliance Church, 1011 Fells Church Road, Belle Vernon, with the Rev. Brad Sickler officiating. Arrangements are being handled by the FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC., 724-929-5300, 700 Broad Ave., Belle Vernon, http://www.FergusonFuneralHomeAndCrematory.com. If friends wish, memorial donations may be made to the Gospel Alliance Church. Sign / View Guest Book

Murray, Saundra L. 59 Connellsville Died: 2012-10-23 Martucci, Connellsville Saundra L. Murray, 59, of Connellsville, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012, in Highlands Hospital, Connellsville. She was born Nov. 26, 1952, in Connellsville, a daughter of the late James G. and Charlotte Reed Stuart. Saundra was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. She had been employed as a beautician for several years and enjoyed gardening in her spare time. Saundra is survived by a son, Scott Murray and his wife, Ricki, of Uniontown; two grandchildren, Corey Murray and Rylee Murray; a brother, Buzzy Stuart and his wife, Barbara, of Dawson; and sisters, Theresa Ranker and her husband, Barry, of Connellsville, Edie Mancuso, of Connellsville, and Judy Cecil, of Ohio. Saundra was predeceased by her husband, Charles A. Murray, who died Dec. 2, 2011; and a sister, Anita Lowstetler. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and until 9:30 a.m. Saturday, the time of service, in the VITO C. MARTUCCI FUNERAL HOME, 123 S. First St., West Side Connellsville, 724-628-9033. Pastor Lee Maley will officiate. Visit our website at http://www.martuccifuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Indiana County

Earnest, Frances 80 Blairsville Born: 1932-08-21 Died: 2012-10-21 Ferguson, Blairsville Frances "Pretty" DeGruttola Earnest, 80, of Blairsville, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, at Indiana Regional Medical Center. She was born Aug. 21, 1932, in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late Raymond and Stephany (Reznik) DeGruttola. Frances graduated from Blairsville High School. After working for several years at Altoona Hospital, she moved to Cosa Mesa, Calif. She retired from Hoag Hospital after working for more than 20 years. Upon retirement, she moved to Blairsville and lived with her brother, Dan, and wife, Harriet. Frances enjoyed playing cards, bingo, bowling and going to the casino. She also enjoyed needle art. Even while living in California, she was a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She is survived by three sons, Kenneth (Renee) Earnest, of Rancho Santa Margarta, Calif., Mark (Gloria) Earnest, of Cosa Mesa, Calif., and Scott Orzehowski, of Angelo, Texas; grandchildren, Shawn Earnest, Cory Earnest, Jonas Earnest, Jason Horne, Jennifer Earnest and Christopher Earnest; and stepgrandchildren, Bradley, Brent and Brooke. She is also survived by a special sisters-in-law, Harriet DeGruttola and Dodie DeGruttola, of Blairsville; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Raymond and Daniel DeGruttola; and three sisters, Toni Evanko, Betty Speiss and Rose Marie. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. As per Frances' request, there will be no visitation. There will be a private memorial held at a later date. JAMES F. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, Blairsville, is handling the arrangements. Sign / View Guest Book

Howard, Olive J. 90 Robindale Heights Born: 1922-08-30 Died: 2012-10-13 Stuart, Armagh Olive Joy (Younkin) Howard, 90, Robindale Heights, passed away Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012, at Beacon Ridge. Born Aug. 30, 1922, in London, England, she was a daughter of the late Charles Thomas and Ethel Mae (Lack) Arnett. She was also preceded in death by first husband, Warren Dewey Younkin; second husband, Willard J. Howard Sr.; stepson, Willard J. Howard Jr.; granddaughter, Coleen Dawn Younkin; sisters, Ethel Frances Arnett, Dolly Glover and Lily Twell; and brothers, Harry and John Arnett. She is survived by her children, Sheila Marie Berezansky and husband, Dennis, of Seward, Randy John Younkin, of Warren, Ohio, and Kerry Warren Younkin, of Kennewick, Wash.; grandchildren, Kevin Berezansky and wife, Kelly, Deneen Peters and husband, Chris, Tressa Alter and husband, Thomas, Heather Muhl and husband, David, Brian Howard and wife, Joanne; 11 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Joy was a member of Robindale Union Church where she had sung, played piano and thought Sunday School. She was also a former Scout Den Mother. She also performed with Madame Alexander's School of Dance in London England in 1937 and was active in Cambria County M.S. Society where she was a past patient of the year award recipient. Joy was known for her gracious heart and giving nature. Friends were received Tuesday at RICHARD C. STUART FUNERAL HOME, 392 E. Philadelphia St., Armagh, PA 15920, where service was held Wednesday with the Rev. Norman C. Kaufman officiating. Internment immediately followed the service at Rockwood IOOF Cemetery. Sign / View Guest Book

Washington County

Fabini, Mary Kay 55 Monongahela Born: 1957-03-08 Died: 2012-10-21 Marshall Marra Funeral Home, Monongahela Mary Kay "Bean" Fabini, 55, of Monongahela, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in her home. She was born March 8, 1957, in Pittsburgh, the daughter of Mary C. (Thompson) Fabini of Monongahela and the late John M. Fabini. Bean was a 1975 graduate of Monongahela High School, and then graduated in 1979 from Carlow College in Pittsburgh with a degree in mathematics. Following that she worked for many years at group homes helping the disabled, the first in Monessen and then later at the Southwinds Group Home near Pittsburgh. She was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church in Monongahela. She enjoyed reading mystery novels, crocheting and most recently enjoyed helping her mom baking and selling baked goods at local flea markets. Surviving in addition to her mother are three godchildren, Justin Correll, Christina Pust and Jesse J. Baker; numerous cousins; and many good friends. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012, at the Grace Lutheran Church, 911 Howard St., Monongahela, with the Rev. Robert Schaefer officiating. Interment will be held a later date at the convenience of the family. The MARSHALL MARRA FUNERAL HOME , 216 Chess St. Monongahela, 724-258-6767, marshallmarrafuneralhome.com is in charge of the arrangements. Sign / View Guest Book

Razzano, Ruth H. 84 McMurray Born: 1927-12-06 Died: 2012-10-17 Frye Funeral Home, Monongahela Ruth Helen Razzano, 84, of McMurray, formerly of Monongahela, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, in the Paramount Senior Living, McMurray. She was born Dec. 6, 1927, in Finleyville, the daughter of Charles Francis and Helen Angameer Downer. Mrs. Razzano was a 1945 graduate of Monongahela High School and a member of the First Baptist Church in Monongahela. She was a homemaker and had many hobbies including, crafts, sewing, crocheting, embroidering, ceramics and quilting. Mrs. Razzano also enjoyed playing bingo and bowling. She is survived by her husband, Frank Razzano, with whom she celebrated 65 years of marriage on July 1, 2012; son, David Razzano and wife, Kathy, of Felton, Del.; daughter, Karen Kohler and husband, Randall, of Washington; three grandsons, David "Paul" Razzano and wife, Necia, Mark Daniel Razzano and wife, Erin, Jared Randall Kohler and wife, Brittany; granddaughter, Rayna Lynn Ankrom and husband, Jared; six great-grandchildren; sister, Grace Thurston of Allegheny, N.Y. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond and Eugene Downer. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat., Oct. 27, in the FRYE FUNERAL HOME INC., 427 West Main St., Monongahela, where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., with the Rev. Mark Schollaert officiating. Interment will follow in the Finleyville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Amedisys Hospice of Pennsylvania, 275 Meadowlands Blvd.,Washington, PA 15301. Online condolences may be made to the family at http://www.fryefuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Trunzo, Anthony F. McMurray, Formerly of Castle Shannon Died: 2012-10-22 Laughlin, Mt. Lebanon Anthony F. Trunzo, of McMurray, formerly of Castle Shannon, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. He was the husband of the late Martha J. Trunzo; father of David (Rosemarie) Trunzo and Georgina (John) Mumblo; grandfather of Alessandra Trunzo and John Mumblo; brother of the late E. Robert and the Rev. Joseph Trunzo. Mr. Trunzo was a World War II veteran and a former prisoner of war. He was a member of St. Winifred Church since 1960 and worked for Westinghouse Electric-Bettis Atomic Power for 35 years. Family and friends will be welcomed from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Winifred Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Winifred Church Food Pantry, 550 Sleepy Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15228; or to the Asbury Foundation c/o Willow Unit, 700 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Sign / View Guest Book

Elsewhere County

Brewer, Sarah Phoenix, Ariz., formerly of Roscoe Died: 2012-10-25 Sarah “Sidge” Brewer, of Phoenix, Ariz., formerly of Roscoe, passed away peacefully on Oct. 25, 2012. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Elizabeth Horton. She leaves behind her husband of 66 years, Willis; daughter, Dorothy Sanders; son, George Brewer; grandchildren; and sister, Jessie “Junie” Staup. In addition to her parents, she was also predeceased by her brother, Frank Horton. There will be no viewing or services. Sign / View Guest Book

Dropik, Joseph S. 79 Avondale, Ariz. Born: 1933-02-24 Died: 2012-09-26 Joseph S. Dropik, 79, of Avondale, Ariz., passed away Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012. He was born Feb. 24, 1933, in Mt. Pleasant, a son of the late Andrew and Pearl (Kaczmarek) Dropik. He retired from the Marine Corps in 1971 as gunnery sergeant after 20 years of service. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Pete, Mike, Charles and Andrew; and a sister, Florence Anthony. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Carolyn; daughters, Melinda and Sherri; sons, Mike, Steve and David; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Tom and his wife, Lil, of Tarrs, and Frank, of Garfield, Ohio; a sister, Betty Shultz, of Mt. Pleasant; also numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services were private. Sign / View Guest Book

Good, Sandra K. 68 Hanover, Formerly of Kittanning Born: 1944-07-08 Died: 2012-10-15 Mohney-Yargar, Dubois Sandra K. Good, 68, of Hanover, formerly of the Kittanning area, went to see her Savior Monday, Oct. 15, 2012, at her home. She was the wife of 39 years to Ronald J. Good, of Hanover. She was born July 8, 1944, in Grove City, she was the daughter of the late Glenn Sankey and her mother Anna Mae (Walchesky) Booher, Branchton. Sandra was a member of Hope Baptist Church, Hanover, and a former member of Grace Baptist Church, Kittanning. She was employed as a teacher for 32 years in a variety of places and grades. Sandra enjoyed interpreting Church services for the deaf. Surviving in addition to her husband and mother are two sons and a daughter, Deanna Hyser and her husband, Pat, of Bonneauville, Matthew Good and his wife, Paula, of Walkersville, Md., and Jadon Good and his wife, Katie, Milwaukee, Wis.; stepdad, Clayton Booher, of Branchton; two brothers, Don Sankey and his wife, Gina, of Altoona, and Wayne Sankey and his wife, Jean, Cranberry; also six grandchildren, Jasmine, Caleb, Lily, Elijah, Hannah and Jacob. There will be no public viewing. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday Oct. 29, 2012, at Grace Baptist Church, 527 Butler Road, Kittanning, PA 16201, with the Rev. Dan Kaminski officiating. A time to share memories with the family will be held following the memorial service at the church. Burial will be private in Worthington, Pa. MOHNEY-YARGAR FUNERAL CHAPEL, 142 West Long Ave., DuBois, PA 15801, is in charge of arrangements. Online tributes and condolences may be made at http://www.mohney-yargarfuneralchapel.com. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Sandra to Hope Baptist School, 6450 Hope Way, Hanover, PA 17331 or to PINK OUT, Women's Cancer Fund, P.O. Box 740, Hanover, PA 17331. Sign / View Guest Book

Keiser, John P. 70 West Chester, Pa. Died: 2012-10-13 Dellavecchia, Reilly, Smith Boyd, West Chester John P. Keiser, 70, of West Chester, Pa., died Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012, in The Chester County Hospital in West Chester. Born in Wilkinsburg, he was the son of the late Paul R. Keiser and the late Beverley Brown Keiser. John was a graduate of Wilkinsburg High School and The Carnegie Institute of Technology. He spent his working career as a computer specialist with Burroughs, which later became Unisys. John worked in California for many years then was transferred to West Chester in 1991. John was honorably discharged from the Army National Guard of Pennsylvania. Some of the happiest times of his youth were spent in the hills and woods around Ligonier. John was an avid supporter of AA, sponsoring many people and establishing an early morning group meeting. He is survived by his sister, Suzanne Davis, of Media, Pa.; a niece and two nephews. Services and interment will be private. At the family's request, contributions should go to support your local AA and/or Salvation Army. Arrangements by DELLAVECCHIA, REILLY, SMITH and BOYD FUNERAL HOME INC. of West Chester, Pa., 610-696-1181; http://www.DellaFH.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Kemple, Cheryl L. 55 Pawleys Island, S.C., Formerly of Clairton Born: 1957-02-13 Died: 2012-10-21 Bekavac, Elizabeth Cheryl Lynn Kemple, 55, of Pawleys Island, S.C., formerly of Clairton, passed away Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. Born Feb. 13, 1957, in Akron, Ohio, she was a daughter of Frank G. and Dolores M. (Hiko) Kemple, of Pawleys Island. In addition to her parents, she is survived by aunts and uncles, Margaret (the late Norman) Thayer, of Elizabeth Township, Barbara (John) Hart, of Glassport, and Michael (the late Myrna) Kemple, of Elizabeth Township; also many cousins. No visitation is scheduled. Local arrangements by the PAUL E. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, Elizabeth. Sign / View Guest Book

Megahan, David 67 Huntsville, Ala., Formerly of Turtle Creek Died: 2012-10-19 Jobe, Turtle Creek David Megahan, 67, of Huntsville, Ala., formerly of Turtle Creek, died Friday, Oct. 19, 2012. He was the beloved husband of Soon ME (Kim) Megahan; brother of Don D.R. (Nancy) Megahan, Larry (Carol) Megahan and the late Charles Megahan and Doris Schirm; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Dave was a retired major in the Army. He loved golf and was a very good man with a big heart. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday followed by a service at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL) corner of Beatty Road and 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747). http://www.jobefuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Neumeister, Charmaine 83 Tampa, Fla. Born: 1929-06-10 Died: 2012-10-21 Heard, Observatory Hill Charmaine (Hazen) Kerr Neumeister, a resident of Tampa, Fla., died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, at peace in her home. She was born June 10, 1929 in Wellsville, Ohio, to Raymond Roy Hazen and Hilda Agnes Rahlen Hazen. She was predeceased by her bother, Floyd Hazen. Charmaine spent her early life in Ohio, the Pittsburgh area and even a short period of time in south Florida. She graduated from her beloved alma mater, Westminster College, in 1950 and married her college sweetheart, George R. Kerr, shortly thereafter. They started their family in Pittsburgh and moved to Tampa in 1961. George passed away March 12, 1997, after 45 years of marriage. Charmaine married Leslie L. Neumeister, July 5, 1998, and they have continued to reside in Tampa. In addition to Les, she is survived by her son, Dr. Robert A. Kerr and his wife, Holly, of Atlanta; her daughter, Marcia A. Kerr, of Atlanta; two grandsons, Andrew J. Kerr and Alexander J. Kerr; one stepson, Scott L. Neumeister; and his daughter, Catherine Neumeister, of Tampa; and by her sister-in-law, Pat Hazen, of New Castle. Charmaine had a great appreciation of music and art, so it was natural that her keen attention to detail led her to the perfect pastime: porcelain art. Through the years, she produced hundreds of gorgeous pieces, each one manifesting her wonderful gifts of patience and love. Friends are being received from 10 a.m. Friday until time of service at noon at the HEARD FUNERAL HOME INC., 4047 Perrysville Ave., Observatory Hill, Pittsburgh, PA 15214. A memorial service will be held at the Forest Hills Presbyterian Church in December, details to be announced once finalized. Donations may be made to Mac Donald Training Center in Tampa by visiting http://www.macdonaldcenter.org. Sign / View Guest Book

Ober Jr., Howard P. 69 Myrtle Beach, S.C. Died: 2012-10-22 Jefferson, Pleasant Hills Howard P. Ober Jr., 69, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., passed away Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. He was the son of the late Howard and Eleanor (Meeks) Ober; beloved father of Shana (Phil) Turnbull and Rusty (Kim) Ober; brother of Darlene (William) Young; loving grandfather of Josh and Kyle Turnbull, Ellie and Tori Ober; great-grandfather of Jezzy Turnbull; uncle of Michael Young, Beverly Gould and Bryan Young; also survived by great-nieces, nephews and numerous cousins. Howard was retired from the Air Force. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday. Interment at Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations be made to COPD-Support Inc., c/o Janice L. Reynolds, 85 Main St., Windham, ME 04062. http://www.jeffersonmemorialfuneralhome.biz. Sign / View Guest Book

Pollacci, MaryAnn 73 Edgewater, Fla. Born: 1939-10-05 Died: 2012-10-18 MaryAnn (Levkulich) Pollacci, 73, of Edgewater, Fla., passed away on Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012. Born Oct. 5, 1939, in Charleroi, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Anna Levkulich. MaryAnn was a 1957 graduate of Charleroi High School, and alumnae of both the West Penn Hospital School of Nursing (1960) and California State College (1976). A longtime resident of New Eagle, she worked for many years as a Registered Nurse in the Pittsburgh area until retiring to Florida in 1997. MaryAnn was predeceased in 2010 by her husband of 45 years, Louis. She is survived by a son, David; twin daughters, Leslie and Lori; a grandson, Caleb; and brothers, Stephen and Emil. Private funeral arrangements were held by the family, and a memorial service is being planned for sometime later in the year. In lieu of cards and flowers, the family requests that donations to the Halifax Humane Society be made in MaryAnn's memory at http://www.halifaxhumanesociety.org. Online condolences may be made to the family at http://www.baldwinbros.net. Sign / View Guest Book

Shebeck, Lawrence A. Pace, Fla., Formerly of Mt. Pleasant Born: 1929-02-03 Died: 2012-10-14 Davis Watkins, Fort Walton Beach, Fla. Lawrence Andrew Shebeck, of Pace, Fla., formerly of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012. He was born Feb. 3, 1929. Lawrence was a member of Mt. Pleasant Church of God and during that time he was a member of the church council for 45 years, a Sunday school teacher, a 32-year member of Camp Sonrise Board of Directors and a member of Weinbrenner Men's Brotherhood. Lawrence was a member of the NRA and Handyman of America and throughout his career he was an electrician, physical plant director, college instructor and served in the Army and Korean War. Being an avid outdoorsman, he was a hunter, fisherman, photographer and woodworker. Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Jane Shebeck, of Pace, Fla.; daughter, LaRinda Sanders; son, Vaun Shebeck; daughter-in-law, Mary Catherine Shebeck; son-in-law, TK Sanders; two granddaughters, Alisha Nist and Alison Sanders; three grandsons, Vaun Michael Shebeck, Daniel Shebeck and Bryan Shebeck; and a great-grandchild, Tyler Nist. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Anna Shebeck; and two brothers, Harry and Elmer Shebeck. Burial will take place in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Acme, Pa. Arrangements are under the direction of DAVIS-WATKINS FUNERAL HOME, Fort Walton Beach, Fla. To share memories, express condolences, and or sign the guest book, please visit http://www.daviswatkins.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Smith, Carol L. 70 Niles, Ohio Born: 1942-08-10 Died: 2012-10-27 Rossi, Niles Carole Lea Smith, 70,departed from this life Wednesday, Oct 24, 2012. Carole was born Aug. 10, 1942, in Connellsville. She was the daughter of the late William and Mary Briscar Ellsworth. She married the love of her life, George James Smith, April 3rd, 1963. She was born a coal miner's daughter in Connellsville, where she graduated from high school in 1960. She then went on to become a licensed cosmetologist. She later graduated from Art Institute of Pittsburgh with a bachelor's degree. She was co-owner of Smith Paving. She also became a model and was casted in a movie with Caesar Romaro and Doris Roberts. She became a Christian early on and loved to teach children about Jesus. She was the Sunday school teacher with her husband for several churches. She also did clown acts for the children and contributed alot of time and tithes to Vacation Bible School. Her interests also included scuba diving. She became a certified open water scuba diver and traveled all over the Atlantic Ocean. She loved spending time with family and would cook extravagant meals for all holidays, including Romanian and Slovak holidays. She loved to talk to anyone that would listen and would defend you with her dying breath. She adopted two Vietnamese families and tutored them with the English language. She leaves to cherish her loving memory, her husband, George James Smith; her five sons, George James Smith Jr.,of Girard, Ohio, Carl Anthony Smith, of Howland, Ohio, Christopher Darrel-Reed Smith, of Girard, Greggory William Smith, of Girard, and Matthew Merril Smith of Girard; siblings, sister, Rita Walker, of Omaha, Neb., brother, Jerry Ellsworth, of Mantua, Ohio, sister, Shirley Detwiler, of Connellsville, and sister, Billy Preston, of Warner Robbins, Ga.; grandchildren, Brandi Maria Erb, Amanda Elizabeth Smith, Tyler Michael Smith, Christopher Darrel-Reed Smith II, Christine Danielle Smith, Ryan and Kristen Merrifield; great-grandson, J.J. Erb and great-granddaughter. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the JOSEPH ROSSI AND SONS FUNERAL HOME, Niles. Prayers will be held at 9:15 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home will begin the processional to the church. Condolences may be emailed at http://www.josephrossifuneralhome.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Vochinsky, Todd A. 42 Bristow, Va. Died: 2012-10-21 Hart, Murrysville Todd A. Vochinsky, 42, died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, at his home in Bristow, Va. He was employed as a senior estimator with Tishman Construction in Washington, D.C. He was a graduate of Franklin Regional High School and an architectural engineering graduate of The Pennsylvania State University. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lois Ann Vochinsky. Todd is survived by his son, Alan; father, Donald (Connie) Vochinsky, of Murrysville; two brothers, Mark, of Harrison City, and Erik, of Manhattan, N.Y.; and a sister, Lynn Wise, of Christiansburg, Va. Todd was a student of military history and military strategy and loved to visit the battlefield at Gettysburg. He loved to travel and he played ice hockey at Penn State and loved the Steelers, Penguins and the Penn State Nittany Lions. Visitation will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at the HART FUNERAL HOME INC., Murrysville, with a service at 2 p.m. Friday. Interment will follow at the Murrysville Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made to an educational fund for his son, Alan. http://www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com. Sign / View Guest Book

Walker, Shirley A. Las Vegas, Nev. Died: 2012-09-29 Shirley Ann (George) Walker moved from Las Vegas, Nev., to Heaven 12 days after her 85th birthday on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012. Shirley was born September 18, 1927, in Springdale, a daughter of Emma and Bill George. She graduated from Springdale High School with the class of 1945. While in her teens, she studied classical voice with Adelee Kruger of New Kensington and sang throughout her life in the Pittsburgh area as well as in Chicago, Ill. On May 29, 1948, Shirley George married Jim Walker, of Tarentum, at the First Presbyterian Church in his hometown. They spent the first six years of their marriage working as a team at Findlay College in Ohio, then in Chicago, Ill., for Jim to graduate from the Chicago College of Optometry in 1953. As they settled in Pennsylvania in Cheswick and established an optometric practice in Springdale, Mrs. Walker dedicated her life to the care and feeding of her husband and their three children, Greg, Bill and Kathy. Through her training, devotion and love, Kathy, Bill and Greg as young adults formed "The Walkers" a musical-comedy act. The act began in Fawn Township and went on to gain national attention performing predominantly in Las Vegas, making national television appearances and touring around the world for nearly four decades. Mrs. Walker was a member of Cheswick and Bull Creek Presbyterian Churches and later Day Spring Church in Tarentum. Her life took a radical turn in the summer of 1973 when she had a Road to Damascus experience (Acts 9:1-9). Shirley recognized that she was attending church, but was not alive to the things of God. She recognized her need for Christ's sacrifice on the cross for the forgiveness of her sins, invited Jesus to be the Lord of her life, and was born again at age 46 (John 3:3). For the rest of her life, Shirley Walker's passion was following her Savior, Jesus (Matthew 6:33) until she became fully alive in His presence on September 29 (I Corinthians 15:22). She was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Gregory (2009), her husband, Dr. James H. Walker (2010), and her brother, Bill George (2011). Celebrating her life, her memory and her graduation are her son, Pastor Bill (and Stephanie) Walker, her daughter, Kathy (and David) Koch, and her granddaughters, Brittany Walker and Savannah (and Beau) Scarlett. A celebration service is being held in her honor Monday, Oct. 29, 2012, at The Four Seasons Church, Las Vegas, Nev. Sign / View Guest Book