DOYLE KIMBERLY Kimberly was granted her angel wings where she went to meet her loving father, William Doyle, on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Although she was thin and frail, she gave us all hope. Kim is survived by her mother, Marlene Doyle; and her uncles, Larry (Marlene) and Ted Petrovich, Frank "Chick" Nowark. Kim's aunt Bonnie Nowark was her constant companion through her battles with cancer and heart challenges; she is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 22, 2019, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills 15236. A Funeral Ceremony will be held Tuesday, April 23, 2019, 1 p.m., at JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh 15236. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any cancer and heart associations of your choice. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CRORY MARGARET SARAH (FINLAY) ...
CRORY MARGARET SARAH (FINLAY) Age 71, of Lawrenceville, on Thursday, April, 18, 2019. Beloved wife of 51 years of Frederick J. Crory; loving mother of Melissa A. "Missy" (Dan) Clutter and Shawn F. Crory; devoted "Minnie" of Samantha, Madison and Aidan; sister of Jane Gill of Lawrenceville, Ellen Mary "Deedee" (Cliff) Lange and the late Joan Ann Reed and James John (Angie) Finlay; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends are welcomed at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville on Saturday, April 20, 2019 from 2-8 p.m. NO VISITATION EASTER SUNDAY. Funeral service at the Funeral Home on Monday, April 22, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LING DANIEL C. AGE 53, OF NEW...
LING DANIEL C. Age 53, of New York City formerly of Whitehall and South Side. Son of Chris Lakomy of Whitehall and Dan (Casey) Ling of the South Side. Predeceased by his son, Danny. Dan requested no viewing and will be buried beside his son at Jefferson Memorial Cemetery in Pittsburgh. Dan is a veteran and served six years in the U.S Air Force. Condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOCIAN HELEN J. AGE 92, OF HOU...
KOCIAN HELEN J. Age 92, of Houston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 18, 2019, in UPMC Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh. She was born on August 1, 1926, in Canonsburg to Frank and Josephine Gruden Ferlich, who preceded her in death. On May 15, 1948, she married her beloved husband, Robert J. Kocian, who passed away on September 6, 2012. Helen was a lifetime member of the SNPJ. Her family was the center of her life. She was the ultimate homemaker and caretaker for her family and was especially devoted to her husband during his lifetime. She enjoyed being outdoors in her vegetable garden, often sharing her bounty with her friends and family. She also was a fabulous cook; nurturing and demonstrating love to her family by often making them delicious meals. Mrs. Kocian was the last member of her immediate family. Surviving are her devoted daughters, Linda Kocian of Houston, who resided with her, and Carey Lynn (Ric) Martell of Harrisburg; three granddaughters, Carey Anne Welsh, Erica Martell and Gina Gutshall; her great-grandchildren, Josephine and Abel; and two nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, William Ferlich. Helen's family and friends will deeply miss and fondly cherish their memories of her. Friends are welcome from 12-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2019, in SALANDRA FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Joseph P. Salandra, LFD owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120, where a funeral service will be held Monday, April 22, 2019, at 11:30 a.m. with Darla A. Tripoli, LFD, Certified Celebrant officiating. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville. Memorial contributions are suggested to Alzheimer's Association - Greater PA Chapter, 1100 Liberty Avenue, Suite E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. To leave or view condolences, please visit www.salandrafunerals.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KENDALL PAULINE AGE 90, OF CLA...
KENDALL PAULINE Age 90, of Clairton, died Thursday, April 18, 2019. Born August 27, 1928 in Jefferson Hills, she was a daughter of the late George and Annie (Tatos) Logo and wife of the late Abraham Kendall. She is survived by children, Pauline Ann (Frank) Monko of Clairton, Georgia Graw of Slippery Rock, Ron Lomis of Clairton, John Belcastro of New York, NY and Stephan Hrabosky of Albuquerque, NM; grandchildren, Mark and Andrew Monko; brother, George Logo; stepdaughter, Irene Kendall Coulter; and nieces and nephews. Friends received in the A.J. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 555 5th. St., Clairton, PA 15025 (412-233-5700) on Monday, April 22, 2019 from 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service in the funeral home Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 12 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Bob Walkup officiating. Memorial contributions to Children's Hospital, 4401 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224. bekavacfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STRUZYNSKI DOLORES A. AGE 93, ...
STRUZYNSKI DOLORES A. Age 93, of the South Side, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 18, 2019. Wife of the late Joseph Struzynski; beloved mother of Walter (Carol) Struzynski; dear grandmother of Amy (Jeffry) Florian, Brian and Kevin Struzynski; great-grandmother of Caleb and Aubrey; Friends received Saturday, 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. in THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2323 E. Carson St., Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Baptist Homes, 489 Castle Shannon Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15234. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STRAUB DANIEL HARRY AGE 76, OF...
STRAUB DANIEL HARRY Age 76, of Nevillewood, on April 17, 2019. Beloved husband of Karen (Jordan) Straub for 54 years; loving father of Lauren (Wagner) Darbouze and Major John (Elizabeth) Straub, USMCR; cherished grandfather of Daniel, Aaron, Amelia, Isaiah, Vivien and Bryana; brother of Susan (George) Beninate and Gary (Donna) Straub; also many loving nieces and nephews. A Captain in the USAF serving in the Vietnam War. Daniel was the owner of Straub and Associates, a management consulting firm, and the Dean of the Court Executive Development Program at the National Center for State Courts, Williamsburg, VA. Family and friends received on Monday from 4-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412.221.3333), where a service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Memorials may be made to Christ the King Church of Bellevue or the Semper Fi Fund. View and share condolences at www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUMES WINONA (WIGHTMAN) OLA WI...
HUMES WINONA (WIGHTMAN) Ola Winona Humes, age 92, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away suddenly on April 16, 2019 in Sewickley, PA. Born June 19, 1926 in Wichita Falls, Texas, Winona was the daughter of the late Columbus Brooks and Pinky Winona Cotten Wightman. She was preceded in death by her brother, Pinkney Sherwood Wightman. Winona studied medical technology at Baylor University Medical Center, and met her late husband, Alexander B. Humes, M.D., at the Sheppard Air Force base. The family moved to Pennsylvania and yet Winona always made sure to make an annual trip to Texas. Winona is survived by her son, Alex (Mary Ramirez); her daughter, Jane; and granddaughters, Alexandra, Beatrix and Christina Smith. Her granddaughters have followed in her career path in the medical field and are all nurses. Winona is also fondly remembered by her nephew, George Douds and his family. Winona had many interests in life. For many years, she bought and sold antiques and decorated her lovely home with pretty china and glass collections, and early American furniture. Winona enjoyed cooking and had many special southern recipes, such as gumbo and pecan pie. She taught Sunday school at the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Upper St. Clair. Winona was a member of a local bridge club, had a passion for gardening, and dearly loved her pet dogs and cats. She was extremely proud of her Choctaw and English heritage. Winona will be deeply missed by all. Funeral arrangements will be private and she will be buried in Texas. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in her memory to the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. Arrangements by COPELAND'S. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DINUNNO VINCENZO OF MOON TWP.,...
DiNUNNO VINCENZO Of Moon Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the age of 84. Beloved husband of the late Maria (D'Alessandro) DiNunno; son of the late Sarafina and Antonio DiNunno; loving father of Marisa and Anthony (Lorena) DiNunno; brother of Mario, Lucia, Vito and the late Doretta DiNunno. He was the proud grandfather of Jessica Colaizzi, Vincent, Kayla, Brianna, Gabriela DiNunno; and great-grandfather of Mia Martin. Vincenzo came to the US in 1963, and became a US citizen in 1993. He and his wife enjoyed 59 years of marriage and he spent many hours tending to his vegetable garden, making wine, homemade sausage and cheese. Friends received at the SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1316 Fourth Ave., Coraopolis on Monday, 12-4 and 6-8 p.m. Prayers and Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church on Tuesday, TBA. Interment to follow, Resurrection Cemetery, Moon Twp. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JONES ELIZABETH MAE SMITH EDWA...
JONES ELIZABETH MAE SMITH EDWARDS Age 93, of Elliot. She went home to be with the Lord on April 13, 2019. Visitation this evening from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. in the White Lilly Baptist Church on Chartiers Ave. ServiceS will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. Interment Chartiers Cemetery. Transitional services of love entrusted to CALVIN L. SHEFFIELD FUNERAL HOME, 1125 Allegheny Ave., near the North Shore. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOJTON SOPHIE AGE 98, OF TAMPA...
WOJTON SOPHIE Age 98, of Tampa, Florida, passed peacefully on Sunday, April 14, 2019. She was born in East McKeesport, to the late John and Anna Ekiert. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Matthew S. Wojton. She was the ultimate housewife, raising their six children, and at the same time, supporting Matthew in his many community endeavors. She was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, Sister, aunt, Bubba and friend. She and Matthew spent their married life in Wilmerding, and in 2010 she moved to Zephyrhills, Florida where she divided her time amongst her three daughters. She is survived by her children, Carol (Richard) Dziki of Zephyrhills, Florida, Blair Wojton of Glassport, Phyllis (Bill) Beaver of Tampa, Florida, Fran (Mike) Hoover of Tampa, Florida, Sta Wojton of Wilmerding, Matt Wojton of Latrobe; ten grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Friends and family will be received on Monday, April 22, 2019, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at FORGIE-SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. On Tuesday, April 23, 2019, a Celebration of Life will take place starting at 10 a.m. with a Blessing service at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Good Shepherd Cemetery in Monroeville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Sophie's name be made to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org. For online condolences, please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZAVOLTA MARGARET L. "PEGGY" FO...
ZAVOLTA MARGARET L. "PEGGY" Formerly of Stanton Heights on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, age 78. Beloved mother of Charles D. Zavolta (Diane) and Matthew D. Zavolta (Kimberly); grandmother of Lauren McLane (Brian), Emily Zavolta and Kelly and Matthew Zavolta; great-grandmother of Nathan Neyney McLane; sister of Virginia Ginny Campbell and Guy and Louis Basciotta; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Monday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where funeral will commence on Tuesday at 9 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart Church at 10 a.m. Condolences may be left at www.mccabebrothers.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REAGAN WILLIAM "BILL" AGE 60, ...
REAGAN WILLIAM "BILL" Age 60, of Pittsburgh, passed away on April 15, 2019. He was a Mailer at Pittsburgh Press/Post-Gazette for 43 years. Bill is survived by his beloved brother, John (Sharyn) Reagan; sister, Judith (Karl, deceased) Berger; nephew, Patrick J. Reagan; niece, Kathryn Reagan; as well as many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, John James and Alice Jane Reagan and his brother, Charles Whewell. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2019, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be left at: jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OWCZARZAK THEODORE OF ROSS TWP...
OWCZARZAK THEODORE Of Ross Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. Beloved husband for 48 years of Patricia (Marusak); loving father of Vicki Owczarzak (Jerry Lin), Matthew Owczarzak, Jill Owczarzak (Craig Medvecky), Julie Keller (Travis), and Sara Ravenstahl (William); proud grandfather of Connor, Arden, Maren, and Nathan Lin, Ryan, Regan, and Brody Keller, and Milo and Laurel Ravenstahl; brother of Theresa Saunders (the late James), Thomas Owczarzak (Patricia), and the late Raymond Owczarzak (survived by Loretta). Friends will be received on Monday, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp. A Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Athanasius Church on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Everyone please meet at church. Ted was proud of his life-long career as a machinist with Duquesne Light Co. He was a fixer of all things, the best giver of hugs, and got immense joy from spending time with his family. Our loss is incalculable. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Arbor Day Foundation, www.arborday.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VOELKER DOROTHY MAE (BARNES) ...
VOELKER DOROTHY MAE (BARNES) Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at the age of 79. Her spirit gracefully went to heaven in the presence of family. Dorothy was a loving mother to Colleen (Voelker) Snyder, Jay Voelker (Karen), Joyce Voelker-Slowik (the late Paul), and Keith Voelker (Sandy); loving grandmother to Nicole (Josh), Jason (Morgan), Shelley, Bill (Hannah), Stefany (Broox), Steven (Sam), Sami (Timmy), Emma (Hunter) and the late Scott and Tara; great-grandmother to Reiley, Evie, Parsley, Logan and Jade. Dorothy was a mentor and advocate to many in her career. Friends received Saturday 10 a.m. Until time of service at 1 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC. 806 Perry Hwy. North Hills. Memorial Donations are welcomed to Good Samaritan Hospice, 146 Neely School Rd., Wexford, PA 15090. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ACEVEDO FREDERIC A., M.D. Fox Chapel resident Frederic Acevedo passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, April 17, 2019, after a long struggle with renal cancer. Born on July 17, 1957, in Dumaguete City, Philippines, Frederic moved to Manila at a young age. He graduated salutatorian from La Salle Green Hills and summa cum laude in Pre-Medicine from the University of the Philippines. He went to the University of the Philippines Medical School, where he distinguished himself as a top ranked student and met the love of his life, Deborah Co. He immigrated to the United States in 1984 and completed a residency in Internal Medicine at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, NY and a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care at SUNY Buffalo. After moving to Pittsburgh in 1989, he began private practice at West Penn Hospital and helped to found AIRMED, specializing in pulmonary, sleep medicine, and critical care. He was the director of the ICU at Butler Memorial Hospital, where he worked for 25 years. As president of the Philippine American Medical Society, he led a medical mission in 2013 to his family's ancestral home in Roxas City, Philippines. When Rick wasn't working long hours on call in the ICU, he was an accomplished amateur photographer. His stunning photographs document his love for family, travel, and nature. He also enjoyed watching the birds in his backyard; classical, jazz, and 70s music; Apple products; and spending time with his family. He was a fan and supporter of the Pittsburgh Symphony, WESA, the National Aviary, and the Carnegie Museums. He is survived by his wife, Deborah, and their two daughters, Marisa and Isabel. He was a son of the late Atty. Ambrosio Acevedo; he is also survived by his mother, Purita; and five siblings, Bruce, Raymund, Aurora, Jaime, and Dominic, who live in Manila. Frederic will be remembered for his humility, patience, quiet intelligence, and incredible kindness. He was a role model to family members, friends, and coworkers alike. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Paul Cathedral in Oakland on Monday, April 22, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center or to UPMC Shadyside Hospital. Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., freyvogelfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MACEY JOHN "JACK" T. AGE 86, ...
MACEY JOHN "JACK" T. Age 86, peacefully at home on Thursday, April 18, 2019, of Whitehall, formerly of Brentwood and Clairton. Beloved husband of 62 years to Patricia Patellos Macey; loving father of Lisa M. Macey, Annette M. (Christopher) Wetmore and Jennifer A. Macey (Claudia Jakim); proud Grandpa Jack to Leigh A. (Justin) Dicks and Diane A. (Marcus) Arakelian; brother of George, Frances Crain, Robert, James, Barbara Schonder and the late Edward, Thomas, Helen, Margaret, William and Ruth; also survived by in-laws, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 from 3-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Wendelin Church at 10:30 a.m. The family respectfully requests, if desired, memorial donations to Parkinson's Foundation of Western PA, 575 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue, PA 15202. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAZZA JOSEPH R. AGE 76, FORMER...
MAZZA JOSEPH R. Age 76, formerly of Dormont, on Thursday, April 18, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis Rigos Mazza; loving father of Joseph (Regina), Michael (Jenevieve), Kelly Mazza, Nicole Fields (Greg), Christina Waterman (Edward) and Lisa Mazza; grandfather of Devin Mazza, Maximus Geyser, Carter Waterman, Kara Ramerez, Joseph, Anthony, and Brandon Mazza; brother of Donna Massung (Ron), Ann Marie Lavezoli (John), Valerie Downs (Mickey) and the late Marie Nolfi Jenkins; son of the late Dominic and Jean Narcoli Mazza; also survived by great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was a member of the Pleasant Hills-Guthrie Lodge #509 F & AM Masonic Lodge for 31 years. Visitations Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BRUSCO - FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 214 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington, (412 381-2323). Funeral Service on Tuesday, 10 a.m. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DINUNNO VINCENZO OF MOON TWP.,...
DiNUNNO VINCENZO Of Moon Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the age of 84. Beloved husband of the late Maria (D'Alessandro) DiNunno; son of the late Serafina and Antonio DiNunno; loving father of Marisa and Anthony (Lorena) DiNunno; brother of Mario, Lucia, Vito and the late Doretta DiNunno. He was the proud grandfather of Jessica Colaizzi, Vincent, Kayla, Brianna, Gabriela DiNunno; and great-grandfather of Mia Martin. Vincenzo came to the US in 1963, and became a US citizen in 1993. He and his wife enjoyed 59 years of marriage and he spent many hours tending to his vegetable garden, making wine, homemade sausage and cheese. Friends received at the SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1316 Fourth Ave., Coraopolis on Monday, 12-4 and 6-8 p.m. Prayers Tuesday, at 9:30 a.m., in the funeral home, and Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church on Tuesday, at 10 a.m. Interment to follow, Resurrection Cemetery, Moon Twp. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLON DONALD F. AGE 67, OF BA...
COLON DONALD F. Age 67, of Baldwin Twp., peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday evening, April 17, 2019. Beloved husband for 20 years of Diana (Stamer) Colon; devoted father of Brian, Paul (Kathy), Pam (Sam Schmidt), Jessica (David) Christopher and Glenn (Jamima) Gruber; loving Pap-Pap of Novalee Schmidt; son of the late Cloyed and Donna (Hays) Colon; brother of Ronald Colon. Friends will be welcomed at the LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road, Mount Lebanon on Monday, 1:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in Laughlin's Chapel on Tuesday morning at 10. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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