HELLER DANIEL B. Age 93, of Pittsburgh, on April 4, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Marian R. Heller; loving father of Diane (Eddie) Klein, Karen Heller, and Aaron Heller; grandfather of Korie (Hans) Klein-Groenvynck, Scott (Stephanie) Klein, Logan Textor, Daniel M. Heller, and Jacob Heller; great-grandfather of Tristan, Talia, Kira Groenvynck, and Elliot Klein; brother of the late Charlotte Shapiro, S. Zola, Saul, Al, and Bernie Heller; son of the late Morris Emanuel Heller and Sadie Clara Heller. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, at 10 a.m. at Tree of Life Memorial Park 2060 Reis Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Please make all memorial contributions to St. Jude's Research Hospital. www.stjude.org/donate. Professional services trusted to D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., (Lawrenceville). www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HELLER DANIEL B. AGE 93, OF P...
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MENOSKY DONNA LEE (CIPA) AGE 7...
MENOSKY DONNA LEE (CIPA) Age 73, of Mt. Lebanon, passed on Monday, April 1, 2019. Donna was born on January 8, 1946, in Pittsburgh, PA. Mother of Carla L. Menosky of Pittsburgh, PA, Dana Menosky of Pittsburgh, PA, Janine (Todd) Rashleigh of Spring Hill, FL, and Lisa Shea of Pittsburgh, PA; daughter of the late George Lee and Kathryn (Mika) Cipa of Pittsburgh, PA; grandmother of Max and Jack Rashleigh; aunt to many nieces and nephews; her brothers, Robert and Edward of Los Angeles, CA preceded her in death. She is survived by her siblings, Kathryn (the late Adam) Menosky of Pittsburgh, PA, Leo Cipa of Los Angeles, CA, Barbara Daley of Pittsburgh, PA, Eugene (Maria) Cipa of Los Angeles, CA, and Linda Jacko of Temecula, CA. A private family memorial service was held to celebrate her life. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FUNK ALICE (PALUMBO) AGE 92, O...
FUNK ALICE (PALUMBO) Age 92, of Braddock Hills, passed away April 3, 2019; beloved mother of Linda (Richard) Petrucci, Regina Sands, and Rosemary Manning; also survived by loving grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Alice enjoyed bingo and playing cards with friends and family. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 11 a.m. at the Brinton Towers Community Room, 3000 Locust Street, Braddock Hills, PA 15221. Arrangements by the JOHN D. O'CONNOR AND SON FUNERAL HOME, INC., Patrick Vereb, F.D., 5106 Second Avenue, 15207, 412-521-8116 Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BURLEY JACK L, SR. AGE 76, QU...
BURLEY JACK L, SR. Age 76, quietly on April 5, 2019, at his residence. Mr. Burley retired as Vice President, Profit Planning H.J. Heinz, where he also served as Vice President, Heinz North America. President, Heinz service company and several VP roles at H. J. Heinz USA including Vice President-Logistics and Operations, Vice President-Finance. B.S. Business Administration, the Pennsylvania State University (He was honored in 1999 as a distinguished alumni). M.B.A. University of Pittsburgh. Member of Omega PSI, PHI, Sigma PI Phi Fraternity. Son of the late Andrew, Sr. and Lynda (Jackson) Burley; beloved husband of Dr. JoAnne E. (Cobb) Burley; father of Dr. Diana L. Burley of Reston, VA, Jack L. (Kym Wood) Burley, Jr. of PGH, PA; brother of Thomas (Margaret) Burley, Robert (Anita) Burley, sister-in-law, Mary (the late Andrew) Burley; grandfather of Symantha L., Aidan P. Gant, Kelly M. Burley, Jazmyne and Jayde Boyd; and a host of relatives. Friends may call Tuesday, April 9th 4-8 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 800 Center Street at South Ave., Wilkinsburg, PA 15221. Funeral ceremony Wednesday, April 10th 3 p.m. at East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S Highland Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15206. FH Inquiries. 412-241-7998. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KRIGER WILLIAM P. BORN ON JUNE...
KRIGER WILLIAM P. Born on June 30, 1941 in Moon Run, PA and was the son of the late William J. and Martha M. Kriger. He is survived by his wife Shelley J. Kriger; children, Malinda Kriger and Luke Kriger; former wife, Virginia Kriger; and children, Shawn Kriger (Jacki) and Kim Robyak (Rick); grandchildren, Brooklyn, Addisyn, and Brianna Kriger and Haley and Andrew Robyak. Bill was the devoted and loving brother of Marlene Postufka (Harry, deceased), Jan Lewis (Rich), and Dan Kriger (Patty); he had many nephews/nieces; and great-nephews/nieces. Bill was a 1959 graduate of Montour High School, where he won 10 varsity letters in football, basketball, and baseball. He accepted a full scholarship for football to North Carolina State University, where he was a backup quarterback to Roman Gabriel. After college, Bill returned to Montour High School as a teacher and coach for football, basketball, and baseball. He was the head football coach from 1973 to 1986 and then served as Athletic Director from 1988 to 1996. For over 20 years, Bill served as a scout for the Pittsburgh Steelers under the guidance of Art Rooney, Jr. Bill was always committed to the development of the total athlete, including continuing education, and mentoring athletes on and off the field from adolescence through adulthood. Bill was a Leader, Player, Teacher, Coach, Brother, Husband, Father and Saint to those suffering, in need of companionship, or an ear to listen. He was selfless with his devotion to others and never gave up on you at your lowest moments. He loved his entire family, unconditionally. He loved his players. And he loved his friends. He loved Montour, was fiercely loyal and deeply cared for others. He always put others before himself. May we take comfort that our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, has welcomed him into his arms and reunited him with his parents and the many friends whom came before him. Family and Friends welcome at PITTSBURGH CREMATION AND FUNERAL CARE (formerly Somma Funeral Home), 5405 Steubenville Pike, Robinson Township on Monday, April 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, April 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be held 10 AM on Wednesday at Saint Joseph's Catholic Church, Coraopolis, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PURNELL THOMAS AGE 89, OF ETN...
PURNELL THOMAS Age 89, of Etna, formerly of Lawrenceville, on April 5, 2019. Husband of the late Mary Lou Phillips Purnell; cherished friend of Betty Fantaske; father of Keith (Marianne) Purnell; son of the late William and Mary Ellen Purnell; brother of Alice Niggl, Patsy Shanahan and the late William Botts," Joseph and John Purnell, Mary Ellen Purnell, Anna Straka and Maxine Leist; grandfather of Graham Purnell. Thomas served with the US Marine Corps during WWII and the Korean War. The family would like to thank the staff of Concordia @ Cranberry for their excellent care. Visitation Tues. from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd. Glenshaw, PA. Mass of Christian Burial Wed. 10 a.m. at St. Bonaventure Church. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FUSCA DOLORES JEAN "LOLA" (WAL...
FUSCA DOLORES JEAN "LOLA" (WALENDZIEWICZ) Of Forest Hills, age 81, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, April 3, 2019. She was born in Braddock on July 11, 1937, and raised in Swissvale; a daughter of the late Paul and Anne Walendziewicz. After graduating from Swissvale High School, Dolores Lola worked as a secretary. She met her future husband, Joseph Fusca, and they married in 1956. She gave birth to two children, the beginning of her career as a housewife and mother. Lola loved life and was a very spiritual person. Most importantly, she loved family and friends, and she was the most devoted person to anyone who knew her. Her passion in life was her family. She was always involved in her children's' school projects, taking them to dance classes and major activities. She loved cooking and enjoyed having friends and family to her house for dinner. One was always welcome in Lola's house, no matter the day or time. Another fondness of Lola was dancing. If there was a wedding or party, she was the first one on the dance floor. Lola was a very compassionate person. She volunteered at senior homes, local schools and especially for St. Anselm Parish. Lola was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Fusca for 62 years; loving mother of Dianna (Robert) Ostroff of NC, and the late Joanne Cha Cha Adams; cherished grandmother of Leah Ostroff and Alexandra (Trey) Pendergrass; proud great-grandmother of Logan; sister of Joanne Wimbish, Michael (Karen) Walendziewicz and the late Paul (surviving spouse, Elaine) Walendziewicz; sister-in-law of Dolly Fusca, Tina (Jim) Suley, the late Sarah (Fred) Mariano, late John Fusca and late Joanna Christina Fusca. A visitation and Mass of Christian Burial will take place and be announced at a later date. Arrangements with PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC., Turtle Creek/Monroeville Chapel, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek 412-823-9350 Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRACE JOSEPH PATRICK AGE 56, ...
GRACE JOSEPH PATRICK Age 56, of Fond du Lac, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 5, 2019, at his residence. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, on January 23, 1963, he was the son of Kenneth Joe and Caroline Carol (Krey) Grace. Joseph worked in the restaurant business for the majority of his life, most notably managing Mal Maison in St. Albans, MO, near St. Louis for nearly 20 years. More recently in Fond du Lac, he worked in the deli department for a grocery store. Joseph had a love of food, always taking up the role of grill master or holiday chef when family got together. Joseph also had an effusive passion for music and was the go-to source for new female vocalists. Besides food and music, he really enjoyed playing golf with his dad, reading, and painting, and of course, was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Survivors include his parents, Joe and Carol Grace of Pleasant Prairie; two sisters, Christine (Ken) Simon of St. Paul, MN, and Susan (Michael Brooks) Grace of Chicago; three nieces, Erin Simon of St. Paul, MN, Megan Simon of San Francisco, and Adeline Brooks of Chicago; and a nephew, Henry Brooks of Chicago. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 8, 2019, at PROKO FUNERAL HOME from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 9th, at the funeral home at 12:30 p.m. Interment will be held in Pittsburgh at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Blandine House, 25 N. Park Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI 54935, would be appreciated by the family. PROKO FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 5111-60th Street. Phone: (262) 654-3533 Visit and sign Joseph's Online Memorial Book at: www.prokofuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FLORIAN KATHLEEN AGE 50, OF CH...
FLORIAN KATHLEEN Age 50, of Chippewa Twp., passed away suddenly at her home April 4, 2019. She was born in Mt. Pleasant, PA to Kathleen Stants Brown and the late Kerry Brown. Kathleen was a 1991 University of Pitt Graduate with a Bachelor's Degree and was employed with Nippon Express as a freight forwarder. She was raised Catholic in her hometown, was a Pittsburgh Pens fan and loved to cook. She is survived by her husband, Marc Florian of Moon Twp.; her mother, Kathleen Stants Brown; and a brother; Kerry (Amanda) Brown of Ruffs Dale, PA; also her beloved dogs, Penny, Oliver and the late Gizzmo. Friends will be received Mon. 6-9 p.m. at the COPELAND MOON TWP. FUNERAL HOME, 981 Brodhead Rd. Further viewing will be held Tues. 5-9 p.m. at Saloom-Rega Service, 730 W. Main St. Mt Pleasant, PA where a service will be held Wed. at 12 p.m. followed by Entombment in Middle Church Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JONES JOHN BRIAN AGE 62, OF MO...
JONES JOHN BRIAN Age 62, of Mount Lebanon, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Wednesday April 3, 2019. Beloved and devoted husband for 35 years of Karen A. (Parker) Jones; loving and cherished father of Brian and Libby; son of the late Donald and Ruth (Davis) Jones; brother of Robert (Beth) Jones; uncle of Hillary and Daniel; brother in law of Michael Parker, Donald (Jen) Long, Dale (Cindy) Long, and Dan (Julie) Long; uncle of Sean, Shannon, Adam, Alexa, Casey, Jackson, Oliver, and Avery. John grew up in Mount Lebanon, graduating in 1975. He went on to study Journalism at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He spent the majority of his career as an executive at Xerox Corp. in both Pittsburgh and Rochester, NY. His lifelong passion for photography turned into a second career when he opened JB Jones Photography. In addition to photography, John enjoyed skiing, golfing, traveling, cooking, and was also active in local politics. The family wishes to thank Dr. Fierro and the entire staff at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center for their excellent care, support, and loving kindness over the past three and a half years. They would also like to thank the staff of the Oncology unit at St. Clair hospital for wonderful care and compassion during our difficult time. Family plans no viewing or visitation. A Celebration of John's life will be held Saturday morning, May 25 at Mount Lebanon United Methodist Church, 3319 West Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh at 10:30 a.m. If desired, memorials may be made to Outreach Teen and Family Services 666 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15228. Arrangements - LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES. Laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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D'ANDREA JOSEPH "GIUSEPPE" OF ...
D'ANDREA JOSEPH "GIUSEPPE" Of Penn Hills, on April 6, 2019. Beloved husband (61 years) of Enrichetta (Moccia) D'Andrea; loving father of Henry D'Andrea (Valerie), Frank D'Andrea (Amy), and John D'Andrea (Deanna); brother of Domenica Ranallo, Antonia Clora Sciulli, Maria Petta, Angela Surian, Antonio D'Andrea and Bruno D'Andrea; loving grandfather of David (Jenny), Nicholas (Danielle), Danielle D'Andrea-Susalla (Eddie), Joseph (fiancée, Jennifer Misko), Allison, Marissa (fiancé, Billy Williams), James, Thomas, and Seaman Michael D'Andrea; great-grandfather of Henry and Sophie D'Andrea. Joe came to Pittsburgh from Gamberale, Abruzzi, Italy in 1956. At that time he learned a trade of repairing televisions and installing rooftop antennas. He became a land developer and landlord in Penn Hills and Wilkins Township, and founded D'Andrea Wine and Liquor Imports in 1982. Joe belonged to various Italian social clubs, enjoyed gardening at his home and at his buildings for his tenants, tending to his fig trees, making home-made Italian sausage, salami, capicola and prosciutto, he enjoyed giving what he made away to friends, family and his tenants. He spent much of his time at his second home in Deerfield Beach Florida, and spending time with family and friends. He visited Toronto every August for the Festa Della Madonna Canneto where he spent time with many lifelong friends and family. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at CHARLES W. TRENZ FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11110 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills. Funeral Mass at St. Gerard Majella Church, Thursday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Joe's memory to: Hillman Cancer Center, www.hillman.upmc.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROWN ADELINE (LUSTRI) AGE 91,...
BROWN ADELINE (LUSTRI) Age 91, of Oakmont, passed away on Friday, April 5, with her loving family by her side. Adeline is survived by her devoted husband of 71 years, Jim; son Rick (Gerry) of Hampton; granddaughter, Melanie (Bob) Brown of Oakmont; grandson, Nathan Brown of Columbus, Ohio; great-grandchildren, Paul Domhoff, Rocco Brown and Bobby Brown of Oakmont; sister Tilly Flannery of Hampton; and many nieces and nephews, all of whom adored their Aunt Ade and considered her to be their second Mom. She was preceded in death by her father, Angelo Lustri; mother, Ernestine Lustri Curti; stepfather, James Curti; and brothers, Armand James Lustri and James Curti, Jr. Born on April 27, 1927, Adeline lived her entire life in Oakmont, the community she cared so much about, did so much for, gave so much of herself to, and with which she always will be identified. Adeline began her service to Oakmont in 1947 as a secretary in the Borough Office. When she was named Oakmont Borough Manager in 1966, she was the only female municipal manager in Pennsylvania and one of only three in the United States. Under her stewardship over the next 40 years, Oakmont earned a reputation as one of the most attractive communities and most desirable places to live in Western Pennsylvania. In addition to her position as Borough Manager, Adeline also served Oakmont in countless other capacities, from roles with the Oakmont Planning Commission to the Riverview Community Action Corporation to the Oakmont Historical Society, and she was credited with knowing everything there is to know about Oakmont and its history. Before her retirement in 2005, Oakmont honored her by naming a street in her honor Adeline Brown Avenue, which runs parallel to Allegheny Avenue in front of Hoffstot's restaurant. Two years ago, Adeline attracted considerable publicity when she and Jim celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary and both of their 90th birthdays with a huge gathering of family and friends all of whom now are feeling an enormous void with the loss of this amazing woman who constantly supported and inspired them and who was always there when they needed her. Friends and family will be received Monday, April 8, from 2-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. A funeral mass will be held Tuesday, April 9, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Irenaeus Church in Oakmont. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to RCAC, P.O. Box 437, Oakmont, PA, 15139 or St. Irenaeus Catholic Church, 387 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA. 15139 Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LANDMAN ESTELLE OF MT. LEBANON...
LANDMAN ESTELLE Of Mt. Lebanon, known to all as Cookie, passed away April 6, two weeks shy of her 90th birthday. She shared her long and happy life with her husband of 68 years, Robert (Bob). Bob and Cookie had a beautiful marriage, a true love affair and partnership. Together, since they were 15, she supported Bob in his every endeavor and laughed at all of his jokes. Cookie had several noteworthy accomplishments of her own. She graduated from University of Pittsburgh and was a school teacher when they first married. She stopped working to raise their family which was her pride and joy. When her children were older, she became an entrepreneur, parleying her interest in antiques into a consignment shop in uptown Mt. Lebanon named Twice Treasured. Cookie was kind, gentle yet strong, and beautiful inside and out. Everyone that met her loved her and she never had a bad word to say about anyone. She and Bob loved to entertain, travel, play golf and dance together. Cookie had a beautiful singing voice and starred in all of the Temple Emanuel and Rolling Hills Country Club shows when she was younger. Cookie is survived by her three children, William (Beth) Landman, Lynne Turton and Joy (Richard) Mayerson; and her brother Harold (Esther) Garfinkel; she had eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. The family would like to express appreciation to her caregiver and companion, Jean Medfisch, who was like a daughter to Cookie. For Day and Time of Service, please call RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 412-621-8282. www.schugar.com In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Alzheimer's Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DREMSEK TIMOTHY JOHN AGE 48, O...
DREMSEK TIMOTHY JOHN Age 48, of South Fayette, unexpectedly on April 4, 2019. Cherished son of Gene and Helen (Depp) Dremsek; loving brother of Ronald (Lisa) Dremsek, Gene Dremsek, Jr., and Tara Dremsek; proud uncle of Amanda and Jesse Dremsek and Cory and Kaitlyn Uram; nephew of Ronald (Jerry) Dremsek and Anna Mary (Tom) Dunlap; also survived by many cousins and friends. Tim was a graduate of South Fayette High School and went on to work for Siemens as a Federal Sales Manager for the Northeast Region. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, hunting and shooting. Family and friends received on Monday from 2-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, (412.221.3333), where a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Memorials may be made to the Collier Police Association. View and share condolences at warcholfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CECERE JOSEPH "PIP" AGE 94, OF...
CECERE JOSEPH "PIP" Age 94, of Monroeville, on Friday, April 5, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Rose M. Cecere; father of Jan (Paul) Krusey, Joseph Jimmy (Anne) Cecere; grandfather of Megan (Kevin) Lynn of Belair, MD, Matt (Jessica) Krusey of Costa Mesa, CA, Alex (Erika) Cecere of Annapolis, MD, Mary Elise Cecere of Silver Spring, MD and Amy Cecere of Baltimore, MD; great-grandfather of Jacob and Morgan Lynn; brother of Ida Scarpino, the late Louis Cecere, the late Josephine Mandat, the late Nancy Urban, Theresa Monardo, Marianne Berchok, the late Carmella (Honey) Caldarelli and the late James Cecere. Pip was a Staff Sargent in WWII in the South Pacific, involving the invasion of Saipan and Tinian. He was a life member of Monroeville #4 Volunteer Fire Dept., and worked 25 years for Thorofare Markets. Friends will be received from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 9th at the GENE H. CORL, INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE,4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernadette Church, 245 Azalea Dr., Monroeville, on Wednesday, April 10th at 10:30 a.m. Interment following in All Saints/Braddock Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Monroeville #4 Fire Department, 4370 Northern Pike, Monroeville, PA. 15146, the Promise Hospice, 121 N Main St, Greensburg, PA. 15601, or Transitions Healthcare Activities Fund, 8850 Barnes Lake Rd, Irwin, PA 15642. For more information, please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GLESKY BERNARD A. AGE 80, OF ...
GLESKY BERNARD A. Age 80, of Penn Hills, on April 5, 2019, following a complicated battle with Lewy Body Dementia; beloved father, John (Tracy) Glesky and Suzaan Sluka; grandfather of Kevin, Madyson, Ryan Glesky, and Amber, Nic Sluka, and David Pupilli; brother of Mary Katherine (the late Fred) Heinz, Patricia Ann (Michael) Moroney, Lawrence (Mary Jean) Glesky, Noreen Miller and the late Michael (Rose) Glesky; also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was a proud US Army Veteran. Friends received, Monday, 2-8 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road) Penn Hills. Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday, 10am in Our Lady of Joy Church. Interment in Plum Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Alzheimer Disease Research Center UPMC Montefiore, Four West 200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2582. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCNEW MARY ANN (HONEYGOSKY) OF...
McNEW MARY ANN (HONEYGOSKY) Of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on March 28, 2019. She was 95 years young. She is survived by her daughter, Bonnie (Stephen) Heri, of California; and her son, Dan (Sydney) McNew, of Texas. Mary Ann had five grandchildren: Todd McDougal, Coby (Sommer) McDougal, Sara (Bryan) Pringle, Lauren (Patrick) Hester, and Steve Heri; also seven great-grandchildren: Gavin, Camden, Caroline, Amelia, Emma, Gunnar and Mae. Mary Ann was married to her beloved husband, John T. McNew for 58 years until his passing in 2005. Mary Ann worked as a secretary for US Steel until her children were born, and then once she became an empty nester she worked as the office manager for Excel Kitchen and Appliance Center in Pittsburgh until her retirement in 1992. Mary Ann was an active parishioner at Holy Spirit Church until she moved to California in 2017. She taught CCD classes when her children were growing up and belonged to the Golden Agers in her later years. She kept active in her faith and prayed daily to St. Faustina, who was a cousin from the Honeygosky family. Mary Ann enjoyed life and loved her family - being a mother and grandmother was the highlight of her life and her proudest accomplishment. A Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Spirit Church, 2603 Old Elizabeth Rd., West Mifflin, PA 15122, will be held on Monday, April 15, 2019, at 10 a.m. Everyone please meet at church. Condolences may be offered for the family at: www.GriffithFH.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KRIVOSHIA ROSE ANN (ZIELINSKI)...
KRIVOSHIA ROSE ANN (ZIELINSKI) Age 88, of Peters Township, originally from Ambridge, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2019. Rose now joins her beloved husband, Eli Krivoshia, Jr., who died in February 2018; loving Mother of Kirsten Krivoshia and Miles Krivoshia; cherished Daughter of the late Steven and Clara Zielinski; caring sister of Clara Chaykowski, Steven Zielinski, and the late Gloria Crissi. Rose/Rose Ann/Rosie with the Laughing Eyes was a vivacious spirit who took joy in dancing the jitterbug, leading in the front row of Zumba class till age 85, faithfully following current events as a voracious reader, and preparing gourmet meals for her grateful family as she sang all the jazz standards, filling a room with her beautiful lilting voice. Rose took pride in her early years as a court stenographer, but her greatest pride and devotion was her family. Her sensitive heart will be missed by all. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS, (724) 941-3211. Friends and family are welcome for visitation on Friday 4/12 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, with a Trisagion blessing service at 4 p.m.; and additional visitation on Saturday 4/13 at 10 a.m. until the funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, and a lunch reception afterward. Please make contributions in memory of Rose to the Dementia Society of America by mail to P.O. Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901 or online https://www.weremember.com/rosekrivoshia5c0e/memories. Please add and view tributes or send flower arrangements via our site at www.beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAYES ELIZABETH "BETTY" KANE A...
HAYES ELIZABETH "BETTY" KANE Age 94, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on Saturday April 6, 2019 after leading a vibrant life. Born in Pittsburgh, Betty is the daughter of Evelyn and John Kane. Betty graduated from Carnegie Tech and pursued a career in fashion design as a buyer for Saks Fifth Avenue. Betty married Dr. J. Dutney Hayes in 1950. She was very involved in the early growth of St. Clair Hospital as a committee member and chairwoman of the annual Harlequin Ball. Betty's legacy is her family of eight children, 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. She was a devoted mother, counselor, advisor, taxi service and loving supporter. She remains a role model for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Betty is survived by her children, Jay Hayes (Nancy), Tim Hayes (Joan), Libby Patcher, Rick Hayes (Wendy), Bruce Hayes (Robin), Karen White (Scott) and Chris Hayes (Elizabeth); and is predeceased by her loving husband, Dutney; her daughter Debbie; and Libby's husband, Mike. Mom, Nana, Betty will be missed by all. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC.4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire St. (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 from 4-8 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, April 10, 2019, Mass of Christian Burial St. Thomas More Church 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital at stjude.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JACOBS BRIAN ANDREW AGE 34, ON...
JACOBS BRIAN ANDREW Age 34, on Monday, April 1, 2019, of Erie, formerly of Baldwin Boro. Beloved son of Thomas and Dina (Scotillo) Jacobs; cherished brother of Daniel (Whitney), Michael, and Joseph; loving uncle of Ryan; preceded in death by grandfathers, Andrew Jacobs and Donald Scotillo; special great-aunt, Agnes Cloherty; grandson of Dorothymae (Sharpe) Jacobs and Johanna (Monroe) Scotillo; nephew of Andrew (Katherine) and James (Jill) Jacobs, Diana (Jim) Scotillo-Wenta, and Donald Scotillo; special cousin of Christina (Bobby) Sowa; and cousins, Andrew (Lauren), James, Nicole, Dominic, Anthony, Brayden, Mia, and the late Emily. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., (412) 881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Rd., Brentwood 15227, on Saturday, April 6, 2019, from 6-8 p.m., and Sunday, April 7, 2019, from 2-8 p.m., where a funeral service will be held on Monday morning in the chapel at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions be made in memory to the Creative and Expressive Arts Therapy (CEAT) program at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (givetochildrens.org/CEAT), Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation, c/o PNC Bank, PO Box 535240, Pittsburgh, PA 15253. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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