DeLong, William W. 86  -
- Delmont
- Born: 1926-12-01
- Died: 2013-03-09
- Wolfe-Von Geis, Export
- William W. "Blackie" DeLong, 86, of Delmont, died Saturday, March 9, 2013, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born Dec. 1, 1926, in Export, a son of the late Jacob and Agnes (Mika) DeLong. Blackie was a retired union painter and a former employee of Dura-Bond Steel Corp., Export. He was a proud Navy veteran, having served during World War II. He was a hardworking man who enjoyed vegetable gardening, but most of all, he will be remembered for his commitment to both the community and his family. In addition to his parents, Blackie was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joan (McIntire) DeLong; three brothers, Stanley, Anthony and Edward DeLong; and two sisters, Mary and Irene DeLong. Surviving are his loving children, Cheryl DeLong, of Delmont, and Sandy DeLong and her husband, Bill Flynn, of Murrysville; and devoted sister, Sophie Hohn, of Export. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends welcome from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the WOLFE-VON GEIS FUNERAL HOME INC., Export, 724-327-1400. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday in St. Mary Church, Export, with Father Joseph Bonafed as celebrant. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery, Export, with military honors accorded by the Greensburg VFW Post 33. The family would like to thank Forbes Regional Hospital and Bridges Hospice for their excellent care. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 230 E. Ohio St., Suite 304, Chicago, IL 60611. For directions or to send online condolences, please refer to http://www.wolfe-vongeis.com.
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Drennen, Valerie M. 52  -
- New Kensington, Formerly of Springdale and Cheswick
- Born: 1960-03-30
- Died: 2013-03-04
- Burket-Truby , Oakmont
- Valerie M. Drennen, 52, of New Kensington, formerly of Springdale and Cheswick, passed away Monday, March 4, 2013, at her residence. Born March 30, 1960, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Mallory and Betty (White) Drennen; loving mother of Jared (Jeanette) Drennen, of the South Hills, and Joshua Drennen, of New Kensington. Val was one of six siblings and the only daughter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, George Drennen. Valerie was a Penn Hills High School graduate, and was a former paramedic for Lower Valley Ambulance. She enjoyed crocheting. A celebration of Val's life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 17, 2013, in the community room at Parnassus Manor, where she resided, 325 Main St., New Kensington, PA 15068, with the Rev. Jeffrey O'Brien officiating. Professional services were provided by BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION and ALTERNATIVE SERVICES INC., Oakmont. Visit us online at http://www.burket-truby.com.
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Fiorina, Margaret J. 89 -
- Lower Burrell
- Died: 2013-03-05
- Gigler, Lower Burrell
- Margaret J. Fiorina, 89, of Lower Burrell, passed away peacefully in her daughter's home on Tuesday, March 5, 2013. A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 23, 2013, in St. Margaret Mary Roman Catholic Church in Lower Burrell. Arrangements by FRANK F. GIGLER FUNERAL HOME, Lower Burrell, 724-335-6500.
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Freedline, Marilyn J. 85  -
- Washington Township
- Born: 1928-01-31
- Died: 2013-03-08
- Brady-Curran , Vandergrift
- Marilyn J. Freedline, 85, of Washington Township, Westmoreland County, passed away Friday, March 8, 2013, in her residence. Marilyn was born Jan. 31, 1928, in Braddock, to the late George E. and Helen M. (Sabo) Oakes. Raised in East Pittsburgh, she was a graduate of East Pittsburgh High School and the Grace Martin Business School. She lived in Washington Township most of her life. Marilyn was employed as an administrative assistant with the district magistrate in Lower Burrell before she became a homemaker. A member of St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church, she was a former member of the Rosary Society. Marilyn was elected as an inspector of elections for Washington Township for several years. She cherished the time she spent with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Don Lee Freedline, in 1989, and a brother, George Oakes. Marilyn is survived by her daughter, Sharon Freedline-Hovanik, of Washington Township; two sons, Donald G. Freedline, of Pittsburgh, and Robert G. (Jean Ference) Freedline, of Long Island, N.Y.; and six grandchildren, Marija, Margaret, Matthew, Katie, John and George. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, March 10, 2013, and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2013, in BRADY-CURRAN FUNERAL HOME and CREMATION SERVICES INC., 429 Franklin Ave., Vandergrift. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2013, in St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church, Vandergrift. Father James Loew, OSB, will be the celebrant. Entombment will take place in Penn Lincoln Mausoleum, Irwin. To send an online condolence to the family, please visit http://www.curranfuneralhome.com. ,,
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Furko, Helen J. 70 -
- Lake Havasu City, Formerly of Canadohta Lake
- Born: 1942-12-22
- Died: 2013-03-09
- Jarvie, Springdale
- Helen J. "Judy" Furko, 70, of Lake Havasu City, Ariz., and Canadohta Lake, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013, in Pittsburgh. She was lovingly known as "Gibby" to her family. Judy was born December 22, 1942, in Harwick, to the late Presley and Veda (Willard) Graham. She graduated from Springdale High School in 1960. She spent her adult life living in the northwest Ohio communities of Liberty Center and Archbold, where she worked for McCord Gasket and Sauder Woodworking. She enjoyed watching sports, reading and spending time with her family. Judy was an avid Steelers fan! Judy is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Joseph Furko Jr.; her daughter, Kimberly (Barkley) Loughran; her son, Joseph (Brynne) Furko III; her grandson, Joseph Thomas "JT" Furko IV; her brother, Gary (Nancy) Graham; her mother-in-law, Mary Furko; her sister-in-law, Virginia Buehrer; and many loving nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she is also preceded in death by a brother, William "Billy" Graham; and her granddaughter, Elizabeth Loughran. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests donations be made to Family Hospice and Palliative Care of Pittsburgh or the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer fund. At the request of the family, services and interment are private. Arrangements are supervised by the CHARLES B. JARVIE FUNERAL HOME INC., 801 Pittsburgh St., Springdale . http://www.jarviefuneralhome.com.
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Harvey, Lloyd R. 55  -
- New Kensington
- Born: 1958-01-27
- Died: 2013-03-08
- Cardaro, New Kensington
- Lloyd R. "Butch" Harvey, 55, of New Kensington, died Friday, March 8, 2013, at Alle-Kiski Medical Center, Natrona Heights. He was born Jan. 27, 1958, in Meadville. Butch attended and graduated from Valley High School in the class of 1976. He was employed by R.I. Lampus Co. of Springdale for 27 years as a crew leader. Butch enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was a member of Logans Ferry Sportsman's Club. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Frank Furno; grandmother, Angeline Simmonett; granddaughter, Brooklyn Mae Hayes; and aunt, Tina Furno Thompson. Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Cindy Yeager Harvey, of New Kensington; mother, Martha (Bill) Furno Dixon, of Upper Burrell; mother-in-law, Donna DiDonato; two daughters, Portia Harvey and Tricia (Brian) Hayes; and a son, Christopher Harvey, all of New Kensington; three brothers, Larry Harvey, Tracey (Graceland) Harvey and Kevin (Kate) Harvey; two sisters, Lise Harvey and Kim Harvey; four grandchildren, Deziray, Trinity, Christopher and Skyler; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2013, in the Joseph J. Cardaro Funeral Home, a service oriented funeral home, 1125 Kenneth Ave., New Kensington, 724-337-3325. A blessing service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2013 in the funeral home. Burial will be private. To leave an online condolence for the family, please go to http://www.cardarofuneralhome.com.
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Innes, Harry W. 65  -
- Oakmont
- Born: 1948-02-26
- Died: 2013-03-09
- Burket-Truby, Oakmont
- Harry W. "Buddy" Innes, 65, of Oakmont, died Saturday evening, March 9, 2013, at the Veterans Administration Hospital, Aspinwall. He was born Feb. 26, 1948, in Verona, to the late Harry and Gertrude (Stoner) Innes. Buddy was a retired driver for On Time Delivery, member of American Legion Post 600, Oakmont, and a Vietnam Army veteran. He was also a member of Verona Moose Lodge No. 250. He was the beloved husband of the late Gloria (Galardy) Innes; the dear father of Sherri (Mark) Paolillo, of Lower Burrell, and Kelly (Jeff) Cook, of Natrona Heights; the brother of Grace (Innes) Anderson, of Tarentum, and the late Albert Innes; and the proud grandfather of Caitlyn, Nicole, Christopher, Lucas, Jared, Braden and Anthony. Buddy will be remembered for his love of life, his generous heart and always finding the good in people and never questioned they were anything else. Friends and family will be received from 6 to 8 Monday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 Tuesday at BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION and ALTERNTIVE SERVICES INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. A blessing service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with Father Charles Soto officiating. Interment will follow at Lakewood Memorial Gardens, next to his wife Gloria, with military honors . Visit us at http://www.burket-truby.com.
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Kern, Thomas J. 80 -
- Tarentum
- Born: 1932-09-20
- Died: 2013-03-08
- Ajak, Creighton
- Thomas J. Kern, 80, of Tarentum, died Friday, March 8, 2013, in Life Care/Allegheny Valley Hospital, Natrona Heights. He was born Sept. 20, 1932, in Tarentum, to the late Richard and Alice (Fisher) Kern. He was a graduate of St. Joseph High School, Natrona Heights, and was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Kern retired from PPG Industries, Creighton, in 1982. He enjoyed building projects, fishing and hunting. Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Carole (Stone) Kern; five stepchildren, George W. Sekscinski, of North Apollo, Debbie (Thomas) Sutara, of Fawn Township, Vickie (Chuck) Stangeland, of Jacksonville, Fla., Wendy (Philip) Key, of Freeport, and Sherri (Buddy) Strickland, of Jacksonville, Fla.; nine grandchildren; and three great-granddaughters. At the request of Mr. Kern, there was no visitation. Funeral liturgy and burial were private. Arrangements by the PAUL R. AJAK FUNERAL HOME INC., 921 Freeport Road, Creighton .
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Kiem, Nora L. 67 -
- Cheswick
- Died: 2013-03-09
- Redmond, Freeport
- Nora L. Kiem, 67, of Cheswick, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 9, 2013, at Alle-Kiski Medical Center in Natrona Heights. Nora was born July 8, 1945, in Freeport, the daughter of the late Dale C. and Hazel M. (Shields) VanDyke. She was the widow of Robert H. Kiem, who passed away in 1975. Nora had worked for a number of years at Alle-Kiski Medical Center as a nurse's aide. She is a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Freeport and she enjoyed bowling, reading and watching movies. She is survived by her two sons, Robert V. (Kelly) Kiem, of Springfield, Va., and Shawn (Crystal) Price, of Tarentum; her daughter, Melody Sue Kiem, of South Buffalo Township; her five grandchildren, Erin, Sydney and Adam Kiem and Kaleb and Kooper Price; her three sisters, Karen (William) Waldenville, of South Buffalo Township, Diane (William) Ratcliff, of Las Vegas, Nev., and Nancy (Thomas) Craig, of South Buffalo Township; her four brothers, Herbert (Vicki) VanDyke, of Wichita, Kan., James (Ginger) VanDyke, of Omro, Wis., David (Beverly) VanDyke, of Distant, and Larry (Sharon) VanDyke, of Aspinwall. She is preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy Wiester, and her brother, Thomas VanDyke. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2013, in the REDMOND FUNERAL HOME INC., 524 High St., Freeport. Public visitation will continue from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, March 14, 2013, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 323 5th St., Freeport. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. in the church with the Rev. James Higgins officiating. Burial will be held at the Unity Cemetery in South Buffalo Township . To leave an online condolence, please visit http://www.redmondfuneralhomeinc.com.
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Lapato, Dorothy M. 78 -
- Formerly of Bethel Park
- Born: 1934-09-22
- Died: 2013-03-05
- Henney, Bethel Park
- Dorothy Mae (Radish) Lapato, 78, of Chesterfield, Va., formerly of Bethel Park, died Monday, March 5, 2013. Born Sept. 22, 1934, in Harwick, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Molchilnikar) Radish. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Dorothy is survived by her children: Mary Ann (Bob) Dalzell, of San Antonio, Texas, Donna Lapato, of Chesterfield, Va., and F. Nickolas (Pam) Lapato, of Aldie, Va.; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and three siblings, Pauline Kraynick, Steffie Ezatoff and Frank (Virginia) Radish. In additional to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Nickolas Lapato; granddaughters, Kathleen Mae Dalzell and Tara Zieman; and two siblings, Mary Arch and William Radish. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at PAUL L. HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 5570 Library Road, Bethel Park, where services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Interment will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park. http://www.henneyfuneralhome.com. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to your favorite charity.
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Lauer, Zoe 78  -
- Natrona Heights
- Born: 1934-05-24
- Died: 2013-03-08
- Peters Robert, Natrona Heights
- Zoe "Gug" Artman Lauer, 78, of Natrona Heights, died Friday, March 8, 2013, at Belair Nursing Home, Lower Burrell. Zoe was born May 24, 1934, in Tarentum, to the late Richard and Pauline Campbell Artman. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church of Natrona Heights. She enjoyed being with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Survivors include her children, Diane (John) Pigott, of Natrona Heights, and William (Donna) Lauer, also of Natrona Heights; her five grandchildren, Amanda Celko, Shane Dietz, Bradley Lauer, Jacob Lauer and Bethany Lauer; six great-grandchildren, William, Zoey and Brady Celko, and Morgan, Macy and Alexa Dietz; numerous nieces and nephews; and three special people who helped in the care of Zoe, Sally, Fran and Linda. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William R. "Dan" Lauer, (August 26, 2007); her three sisters, Alice McCullough, Shirley Meckey and Jean Dean; and her brother, Roy E. Artman. Family and friends are invited from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday to ROBERT PETERS FUNERAL HOME INC., 1521 Freeport Road, Natrona Heights, (724-224-7730), where services will be at 1p.m. Monday, with her nephew, the Rev. Chuck Behrens, officiating. Private burial will be at Mt. Airy Cemetery, Natrona Heights. For online condolences, please visit us at http://www.petersfamilyfuneralhomes.com. Memorial contributions can be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 1500 Broadview Blvd., Natrona Heights, PA 15065.
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Libengood, Rita C. 89  -
- Upper Burrell Township
- Born: 1923-11-08
- Died: 2013-03-10
- Rusiewicz, Lower Burrell
- Rita C. Libengood, 89, of Upper Burrell Township, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 10, 2013, in West Haven Nursing Home, Washington Township. She was born Nov. 8, 1923, in New Kensington, to the late Claude and Barbara (Kriegle) Snyder and had been a life resident of the local area. Rita was the tax collector for Upper Burrell Township, retiring in 1991 with more than 30 years of service. She was a proud member of Upper Burrell Community Circle, St. Margaret Mary Roman Catholic Church, the former ladies guild of the church, Westmoreland Tax Collectors Association and AARP. She enjoyed crocheting. Our loving mother is survived by two daughters and a son, Susan E. (Gary) Ireland, of Plum, Timothy H. Libengood, of New Kensington, and Catherine A. (James) Erb, of Oklahoma Borough; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack P. Libengood, and a brother, Charles Q. "Bud" Snyder. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the RUSIEWICZ OF LOWER BURRELL FUNERAL HOME, 3124 Leechburg Road at Alder St., Lower Burrell, where parting prayers will be said at 9 a.m. Wednesday followed by Christian funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. in St. Margaret Mary Church. Interment will follow in Greenwood Memorial Park, Lower Burrell. http://www.RusiewiczFH.com . In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in her memory to Upper Burrell Fire Department No. 1, 4370 7th St. Road, New Kensington, PA 15068, to help a community she truly loved. A special thank you to Dr. Palaniappan Muthappan and West Haven Nursing Home for helping us care for our mother.
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Lyons, Susan I. 58  -
- Buffalo Township
- Born: 1954-06-12
- Died: 2013-03-08
- Duster , Tarentum
- Susan Irene Lyons, 58, of Buffalo Township, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, March 8, 2013, at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born June 12, 1954, in Harrison Township, a daughter of the late George and Mabel (Graham) Simpson. She lived most of her life in Buffalo Township. Susan, who was a nurse's aide at Fair Winds Manor for 20 years, enjoyed her work as a caregiver very much. A 1972 graduate of Highlands High School, she was of the Methodist faith. Survivors include her husband of 36 years, Harold F. Lyons; her son, Sean M. Lyons, of Attleboro, Mass.; Diane and her son, Michael Jump, of Salisbury, Md.; a grandson, Ashton M. Lyons, of Salisbury, Md.; a brother, George (Kathy) Simpson, of Harrison Township; and nieces, Lisa, Jennifer and Katie. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday in DUSTER FUNERAL HOME INC., 10th Avenue at Corbet Street, Tarentum, (724)224-1526, where services will be at 11 a.m.Tuesday, with the Rev. Justin R. Judy, officiating. Interment will be private. Visit: http://www.dusterfuneralhomeinc.com.
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Paul, Christopher S. 25  -
- Fox Chapel
- Died: 2013-03-06
- Weddell-Ajak, Pittsburgh
- Christopher S. Paul, 25, of Fox Chapel, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2013. He was the loving son of Stanley and Dr. Valerie Paul; the cherished brother of Alie Paul; the much loved boyfriend of Kelly Gordon; the grandson of the late Steven and Anne Novick and Paul and Noulla Constantinou; and the nephew of Sharon (Richard) Wildnauer, Shelley (late Stephen) Novick, Christine (late Joseph) Novak, Mary (Rod) Hare and Costas Constantinou. He is also survived by cousins. Christopher was a graduate of Carlow Campus School, Fox Chapel High School and the University of Pittsburgh, finance. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing, hunting and running with his dog, Lacey. He learned the love of cooking, family and friends from his parents. Friends will be received from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at WEDDELL-AJAK FUNERAL HOME, 100 Center Ave., Aspinwall, where a parting prayer will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, followed by a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Scholastica Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237.
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Riggle, Wayne D. 52  -
- Parks Township
- Born: 1961-01-26
- Died: 2013-03-09
- Curran-Shaffer, Apollo
- Wayne D. Riggle, 52, of Parks Township, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013, in Allegheny Valley Hospital, Natrona Heights. He was born Jan. 26, 1961, in Natrona Heights, a son of Emerson R. and Wanda J. (McLaughlin) Riggle. He was a resident of Armstrong Care Inc. in Ford Cliff and a participant of Life Steps in Ford City. Wayne was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church in Bethel Township and the Boy Scouts of America. He loved model trains, bike and go-kart riding, eating out, especially at McDonald's, camping and his beloved dogs, Bootsie and Ginger. He was preceded in death by his aunt, Dot. Wayne is survived by his parents; two sisters, Barbara J. (Jim) Hasbargen, of Valparaiso, Ind., and Linda S. (Gary) Burkett, of Parks Township. He was a proud uncle to his niece, Arianne (David) Burnworth, of Cranberry Township, three nephews, Shane (Chrissy) Fishel, of Bethel Township, Ross Burkett, of Parks Township, and Craig Hasbargen, of Chicago, Ill.; and three great-nieces and one great-nephew. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2013, in the CURRAN-SHAFFER FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY INC., 100 Owens View Ave., Apollo. There will be additional visitation from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Bethel Lutheran Church, Bethel Township. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday with the Rev. April Dailey and the Rev. Bob Henry officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Memorial Park, Lower Burrell . The family requests memorial contributions in Wayne's memory may be made to Bethel Lutheran Church, Bethel Township. To send an online condolence to the family, please visit http://www.curranfuneralhome.com.
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Roberto, Catherine C. 85  -
- Vandergrift
- Born: 1927-09-14
- Died: 2013-03-08
- Brady-Curran, Vandergrift
- Catherine C. Roberto, 85, of Vandergrift, passed away Friday, March 8, 2013, in Allegheny Valley Hospital, Natrona Heights. Born Sept. 14, 1927, in Vandergrift, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Maddalena (Recchia) Campanella. A lifelong resident of Vandergrift, she was a graduate of Vandergrift High School Class of 1945. Catherine worked for the Buttermilk Falls as a typist for many years and retired in 2001, and was a member of St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church in Vandergrift and the Kousins Klub. She was also a member of a women's bowling league at Lee's Lanes for many years. Catherine enjoyed baking cookies and bread for her family. She also loved to go camping, fishing and doing word puzzles. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Patrick J. Roberto, on Jan. 10, 2013. Survivors include two daughters, Patricia (Jesse) McDonnell and Michele M. (Jason A.) Youkers, both of Vandergrift; two sons, Patrick D. (Tina Mendicino) Roberto, of Vandergrift, and Mark (Janine) Roberto, of Pittsburgh; eight grandchildren, Ruairi, Marie, Ian, Denis, Maddalena, Aarick, Randy and Katie; and a brother, Michael Campanella, of Cheswick. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 11, in the BRADY-CURRAN FUNERAL HOME and CREMATION SERVICES INC., 429 Franklin Ave., Vandergrift. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, with Father James Loew, OSB, as celebrant. Private burial will be in St. Gertrude Cemetery, Vandergrift. Contributions may be made in Catherine's name to Roaring Run Watershed, P.O. Box 333, Apollo, PA 15613 or the American Cancer Society, Western Region, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-4620. To send an online condolence to the family, please visit http://www.curranfuneralhome.com.
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Scarlett, Connie S. 61 -
- Export
- Born: 1951-10-26
- Died: 2013-03-08
- Wolfe-Von Geis, Export
- Connie Sue Scarlett, 61, of Export, died Friday, March 8, 2013, at home with her loving family at her side. She was born Oct. 26, 1951, in Greensburg, a daughter of Anna Swank, of Export, and the late Merle Hill. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a sister, Rene Eachus. She was the perfect wife of George H. Scarlett Jr.; wonderful mother of Cindy (Ken) McClintock, of Delmont, and Matt (Lisa) Scarlett, of Jeannette; cherished grandmother of Ashley and Dylan McClintock and Ethan Scarlett; and devoted sister of Josie Puskar, Betty Lynn, Sonny Swank, Henry Swank, Nancy Watkins and Vince Swank. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and her devoted pug, Butch. Connie will be terribly missed by all who knew her. Friends welcome from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the WOLFE-VON GEIS FUNERAL HOME INC., 5701 Lincoln Ave., Export, 724-327-1400, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday. Interment will follow in Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont. Contributions may be directed to the funeral home. For directions or to send online condolences, please refer to http://www.wolfe-vongeis.com.
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Scheestel, Daniel G. 27  -
- Clarion, Formerly of Harborcreek
- Born: 1985-08-04
- Died: 2013-03-07
- Dusckas, Erie
- Daniel G. Scheestel, 27, of Clarion, formerly Harborcreek, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2013, as the result of a car accident. He was born Aug. 4, 1985, in Erie, the son of Dale and Sandra Bierly Scheestel, of Harborcreek. Dan was a 2003 graduate of Harbor Creek High School. He worked as an assistant network administrator at Iroquois High School from 2003 until he took the position as network supervisor with North Clarion School District. Besides his parents, Dan is survived by two sisters, Julie Acker (Tad), of Lawrence Park, and Laura Scheestel (fiance, Jason Henskee), of Buffalo, N.Y.; his grandmothers, Peg Bierly and Elva Scheestel Taylor (Bill); one nephew, Benjamin; his pet dogs, lovingly known as his girls, Emma and Mia; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the DUSCKAS FUNERAL HOME INC., East, 2607 Buffalo Road, Erie, and are invited to attend a funeral service there at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Private interment will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to the ANNA Shelter, 1555 E. 10th St., Erie, PA 16511, or Northwestern Pennsylvania Humane Society, P.O. Box 3930, Erie, PA 16508. To send condolences, visit http://www.dusckasfuneralhome.com.
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Smith Jr., William H. 61  -
 - New Kensington
- Died: 2013-03-05
- Cremation Funeral Care , Mcmurray
- William H. "Smuff" Smith Jr., 61, of New Kensington, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 5, 2013. He was the beloved son of Sarah Swange, of New Kensington, and the late William H. Smith Sr., who had lived in Florida; loving brother of Cathy (Jeffrey) Harbison, of Natrona Heights, and the late Robert Robertson; brother-in-law of Darla (Stirland) Robertson, of New Kensington; and half brother of Brett Smith of Kennesaw, Ga. He also is survived by many nephews and nieces. Bill was a proud veteran of the Army and served in Korea. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan. He loved playing cards and spending time with his family and friends. He will be truly missed. A memorial service to celebrate Bill's life will be announced at a later date. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at http://www.cremationfuneralcare.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the family's attention at CREMATION and FUNERAL CARE BY DANIELLE ANDY BELUSKO, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317.
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Yansky, Andrew A. 93  -
- Kepple Hill
- Died: 2013-03-09
- Brady-Curran , Vandergrift
- ,Andrew A. "Andy" Yansky, 93, of Kepple Hill, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013, in St. Margaret Hospital, Aspinwall. Born Oct. 4, 1919, in the Bagdad section of Leechburg, he was a son of the late George and Anne (Siromasic) Yansky. A lifelong resident of the Kiski Valley, Andy worked as a coal miner and retired in 1979 as a foreman. Before becoming a coal miner, he had worked at Allegheny Ludlum in Leechburg. Andy was a member of St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus, both in Vandergrift. He enjoyed gardening, bowling, fishing, beach vacations, dancing to polka music, telling stories and most especially, loved spending time with his granddaughters. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Edith K. Yansky, Aug. 12, 2010; son-in-law, William Templin; two brothers, Joe and John Yansky; and two sisters, Katherine Sorisio and Anna Ravotta. Survivors include his daughter, Charlene Templin, of Pittsburgh; three granddaughters, Susan M. (Sean) Moravek, of Denver, Colo., Allison L. (Justin) Lamperski, of San Francisco, Calif., and Jillian B. (Eddie) Phillipps, of Baltimore Md.; three great-grandchildren, Noelle Lamperski, of San Francisco, Elaina Moravek, of Denver and William Phillipps, of Baltimore; and a sister, Pauline Billek of Butler. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2013, in the BRADY-CURRAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES INC., 429 Franklin Ave., Vandergrift. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday in St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church, Vandergrift, with Father James Loew, OSB, as celebrant. Entombment will be in Greenwood Memorial Park, Lower Burrell. To send an online condolence to the family, please visit http://www.curranfuneralhome.com.
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