RITCHEY PATRICIA M. (CURTZ) Age 96, formerly of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home in Illinois on November 22, 2015. Loving wife to the late Robert J. Ritchey and amazing mom to Gail LoDolce (John Peralta), CA, Roberta Seigel (Marty), Illinois, Kevin (Patti), PA, Kerry (Kathy), PA; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Upon retirement at age 69 from the Township of Penn Hills where she was affectionately known as Mother Ritchey, Patricia spent 17 years volunteering at the Penn Hills Senior Center. Patricia had a strong work ethic. Her active retirement included line dancing, card clubs, bowling, shopping, lunches with friends. With her great style, she was asked to do some fashion show modeling in her 80s and 90s. Patricia was a friend to many, always putting others' needs ahead of her own. Genuinely sweet, she was kindhearted, generous and showed profound loyalty to family and friends. The twinkle in her eye, her infectious laugh and beautiful smile will be missed dearly by all those who had the privilege to know her. A celebration of her life will take place in Pittsburgh in March. To honor her, the family asks that you do a random act of kindness. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MATSON BARBARA A. BABS AGE 7...
MATSON BARBARA A. BABS Age 77, of Preston, on Monday, November 23, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Donald; loving mother of Wade and Timothy; grandmother of Brock and Logan; sister of Faye Calore and Gloria Jones; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received Friday 4-8 p.m. at the VALERIAN F. SZAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Helen St., McKees Rocks. Funeral Saturday 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. John of God Parish, the Church at St. Mary's, 9:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KANE CONWAY, SR. AGE 86, OF EA...
KANE CONWAY, Sr. Age 86, of East Liberty, peacefully on November 20, 2015. Visitation Friday 10 a.m. - 12 noon at COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., E. Liberty, where Funeral Service will begin at 12 noon. costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCGINNIS GEORGE FRANKLIN, JR. ...
McGINNIS GEORGE FRANKLIN, Jr. Age 91, of Dravosburg, formerly of McKeesport, passed on Sunday, November 22, 2015, at Sunrise of Upper St. Clair Senior Living. He was born July 16, 1924, in McMechen, WV to the late George F. McGinnis, Sr. and Alma Long McGinnis. George was the loving husband of 64 years to the late Alice (Honeygirl) Proch McGinnis. He is survived by sons, Scott (Debra) McGinnis of Greenville, SC, Rick (Stacy) McGinnis of Mechanicsburg, PA and Craig (Cindy) of Elizabeth, PA. Also mourning his passing are his ten grandchildren, Patrick, Sean, Melissa, Shannon, Seth, Ashley, Chloe, Ian, Cullen, Abigail; and five great- grandchildren, Momoka, Ayuka, Harper, Lila and August. Along with his parents and wife, George was preceded in death by his youngest son, Chris McGinnis. He was a 1942 graduate of McKeesport High School, went to Northwestern University, a naval enlistee serving in the Pacific Theater during WWII, and a survivor of The Callaghan (a destroyer sunk by kamikaze aircraft). Following his discharge, George remained active in the US Naval Reserve for 44 years, retiring as an E9 Master Chief. He worked as a boilermaker at US Steel Irvin Works for 38 years. George was a very active member of the White Oak American Legion, VFW Dravosburg, a lifelong member of the Dravosburg #2 VFC, a Dravosburg Justice of the Peace for several years, a Master Mason and 32nd degree of the Wilson Masonic Lodge in Dravosburg, a lifelong member of the Tall Cedars of Lebanon where he was a longtime Drill Sargent for their color guard, a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in McKeesport, an avid golfer, loved talking about his family's ancestry and his travels with the Navy and had an incredible sense of humor. Family and friends will be received at I. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th Street, Dravosburg, PA 15034 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Friday, November 27, 2015. Service will take place at the funeral home on Saturday, November 28, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will follow service at West Newton Cemetery and Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations being made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 301 Grant St., Pgh., PA 15219 in George's name. Online condolences may be offered at: www.finneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANDONISIO MARIO AGE 93, OF IRW...
ANDONISIO MARIO Age 93, of Irwin, passed away November 24, 2015. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Andonisio; sister, Mary Ann DeVito; brothers, Hugo and Armand Andonisio. Survived by five stepchildren, Linda (Dennis) Moore, Karen (Tom) Piper, Chris (Jim) Orosz, Angelo (Machiel) Marino and Anthony (Renata) Marino; ten grandchildren; 18 great- grandchildren; also survived by Robert Andonisio, Michael Andonisio, Cyndi Fox, Kenny, the DeVito daughters, Michelle, Leslie, Renee. Friends will be received Friday 2-4 and 6-7:30 p.m. JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A Funeral Service will be held 7:30 p.m. Following the service, friends and family are invited to Cafe Supreme in Irwin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Stage Right Sensations, 105 West Fourth Street, Greensburg, PA 15601. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRENNER THOMAS R. OF LEVEL GRE...
BRENNER THOMAS R. Of Level Green, age 73, on Monday, November 23, 2015, after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of JoAnn (Fabic) Brenner of 47 years; loving father of Stacie (Rick) McDermott; cherished grandfather of Ryan and Sydney; brother of Beth (Dick) Stall of Ohio and the late David Brenner; son of the late Daniel J. and Ruby (Miller) Brenner. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Tom was born January 27, 1942, in McKeesport, and a 1960 graduate of McKeesport High School. He was retired from B&P Motor Express, Tommy Gale Trucking, Pennex Pharmaceutical and ECM Transport. Tom was a Vietnam era Army veteran. As per his wishes, there will be no visitation or service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15205 or the American Heart Association, 4 Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Ave., Suite 1330, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1207. Arrangements by PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. laniganfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VALLECORSA ERNEST, JR. ON NOVE...
VALLECORSA ERNEST, Jr. On November 24, 2015, of Ambridge. Beloved husband of the late Mary Ann Vallecorsa. Survived by two daughters, Karen (Alan) Cadoff of Pittsburgh, Barbara (Brian) McKay of Wexford; son, Kevin (Jessica) Vallecorsa of Raleigh, NC; seven grandchildren, David (Amanda) McKay, Amy (Tim) Kemmerrer, Matthew (Stephanie) McKay, Erin, Eric, Evan Cadoff and Carson Vallecorsa; six great- grandchildren, Alexis, Will, McKenzie, Lucy, McKayla and Nicholas; sister, Gloria Palma; brother, Eugene (Lottie) Vallecorsa; numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no public visitation. Family and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, November 27, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. at the Good Samaritan Catholic Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Interment will follow in the Good Samaritan Catholic Cemetery with the Beaver County Special Unit providing full military honors. Online condolences may be made at: www.sykafuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WADOSKY DANIEL JOSEPH BORN, DE...
WADOSKY DANIEL JOSEPH Born, December 7, 1951, died, November 13, 2015, from complications resulting from a logging accident. A well known character of Bend, Oregon, he passed away surrounded by friends. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Dan entered the Navy right after graduating from high school, saw service in Vietnam and was honorably discharged in 1972. He moved to Bend, Oregon in 1980, and worked as bookkeeper and tax consultant for many years. He also was an avid antique collector and dealer, who could be found haunting the yard sales of Central Oregon every Saturday. Dan was passionate for wild things: wild rivers, wild fish, cougars, bears and wolves. He championed many conservation efforts in Oregon over the past 35 years including The Oregon Rivers Initiative, Bear and Cougar Protection and various wild salmon and steelhead conservation efforts. Dan loved fly fishing and running the wild rivers of Oregon and the west. He was a ruthless cribbage player, a Harp Hall marcher and fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates. A celebration of Dan's life will be held December 6, 2015, in Bend, Oregon. At his request, remembrances may be made to the Oregon Natural Desert Association. Dan is survived by his brother, Larry; and a daughter, Courtney who lives in Oregon. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KELLER SANDRA LEE (DEMBEC) ON ...
KELLER SANDRA LEE (DEMBEC) On Monday, November 23, 2015, Sandra, age 73, of North Versailles, passed away peacefully at Family Hospice at UPMC Canterbury Place, surrounded by family, after a brief illness. Preceded in death by her parents, Stanley Dembec and Liz (Kukurin) Dembec. She is survived by daughters, Kimberly J. (Al Batya) Brennan, Kelly (Barry Steckel) Jarnot; grandmother of Cassidy Brennan and Mia Jarnot. Also her beloved Bubba, many cousins and friends who helped her so compassionately through her illness. Also a special thanks to the Staff at Canterbury Place who cared for her and her family with their special kindness. Formerly employed by Levin Furniture. Friends received Friday 2 p.m.-4 p.m. and 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at the JAMES F. KUTCH FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY, 433 Lincoln Hwy., East McKeesport, PA 15035, 412-823-4054. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 9:30 a.m. at St. Jude the Apostle Church, Wilmerding. Interment will follow in New St. Joseph's Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Familyhospicepa.org. kutchfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER NANCY JANE AGE 95, FORM...
MILLER NANCY JANE Age 95, formerly of Conneaut Lake, Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2015, at the Concordia Lutheran Ministries where she resided for the last three years. She was born June 10, 1920, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late William J. Pugh and Anna May (McKibbin) Pugh. Mrs. Miller is survived by four daughters, Sue Ann Miller of West Palm Beach, FL, Pamela Hannah Miller of Denver, CO, Glenda Joy Radicella of New Castle, PA and Barbara May Gade and her husband, Thomas Joseph of Butler, PA; eight grandchildren; three great- grandchildren; three nieces; nine nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Franklin Miller, who passed away August 10, 1992; one brother; two sisters; and three nieces. Friends will be received Saturday, November 28, 2015, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the THOMPSON - MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 124 East North Street, Butler, PA. Funeral Service will follow immediately at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Dennis Krajacic of Community Alliance Church officiating. Burial will take place in the Jefferson Memorial Cemetery in Pittsburgh, PA . Memorial donations may be made to High Street Community Church, c/o Building Fund, P.O. Box 248, Conneaut Lake, PA 16316. Online condolences may be given at: www.thompson-miller.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LUKASIEWICZ RAYMOND A. AGE 30,...
LUKASIEWICZ RAYMOND A. Age 30, suddenly on Saturday, November 21, 2015, of Brookline. Beloved father of Raymond A., Jr., Cameron and the late Alexis; son of Kimberly and Matt Komoroski, Thomas and Maria Lukasiewicz; brother of Matthew, Patrick, Nicholas, Steven, Britney and Torrie; uncle of Cassidy and Annabel; grandson of Victoria Komoroski. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends and family received Friday 2-8 p.m. at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick. Funeral Prayer Saturday at 8:30 a.m. in the Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Our Lady of Loreto Church, 1905 Pioneer Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15226. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to www.gofundme.com/ raylfuneralfund. Send condolences to: readshawfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DIXON JAMES J., SR. AGE 86, OF...
DIXON JAMES J., Sr. Age 86, of Finleyville, died Sunday, November 22, 2015, at the West Penn Hospital Hospice Unit in Pittsburgh. He was born October 5, 1929, in Pittsburgh, a son of Francis and Marie Fallor Dixon. Mr. Dixon was retired as a foreman at the former Elrama Station of Duquesne Light Company. He served in The U.S. Army during the Korean War and was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church and American Legion Post 613, both in Finleyville, and Peters Creek Historical Society. Surviving are his wife, Cora Wyncoop Dixon; four sons, Gerald (Ann) and David (Erin) Dixon, both of Upper St. Clair, and Paul (Diana) and James, Jr. (Laura) Dixon, both of Finleyville; a stepdaughter, Sally McAuliffe-Bellin (Sam) of Scott Township; two sisters, Ruth Rollins of St. Petersburg, FL and Dorothy Dixon of Bethel Park; ten grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Deceased are his first wife, Sarah Graham Dixon, who died in July, 1971; two sons, Donald and Robert Dixon; three brothers and two sisters. Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. Friday at KEGEL FUNERAL HOME, INC., Tim P. Kegel, supervisor, David P. Kegel, director, 3560 Washington Avenue, in Finleyville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, November 28, 2015, at St. Francis Church in Finleyville. Private interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in McKees Rocks. American Legion Post 613 will conduct services at 7:00 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JONES PHILLIP C. ON TUESDAY, N...
JONES PHILLIP C. On Tuesday, November 17, 2015, age 61, of Pittsburgh. Beloved husband of Vanessa J. Jones; father of Craig (Nakehsha) Jones and Laterese Jones; son of Gladys L. Jones and the late John Calvin Jones; also survived by two brothers; four sisters; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation with the family Tuesday, 4-8 p.m. at the ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2025 Perrysville Ave., Perry Hilltop. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 36 Meade Avenue, Bellevue, PA 15202. Interment Highwood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUANG KAUANG SHEN JIMMY ON M...
HUANG KAUANG SHEN JIMMY On Monday, November 23, 2015, of Robinson Twp., age 81. Beloved husband of Julie Huang; father of Maria (Rich Peck) Huang and Caroline (Kirk) Smith; grandfather of Justin Peck, Morgan and Mia Smith; also survived by sister, Chien Chin Huang; and brothers, Kuang Liang Huang and Kuang Hsing Huang. After arriving in the US in 1964, Kauang Shen Jimmy received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State and a Master's Degree from NYU Polytechnic School of Engineering. Friends received Saturday 2-4 p.m. at the JOSEPH M. SOMMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5405 Steubenville Pike, Moon Run, Robinson Twp. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZAJDEL WALTER JOSEPH AGE 89, O...
ZAJDEL WALTER JOSEPH Age 89, of Lake Worth, Florida, passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2015, due to complications from a series of strokes which had left him partially paralyzed since 2008. He was born on October 6, 1926, to John and Katherine Zajdel in Hazelwood. He attended Dormont High School before enlisting in the U.S. Navy during World War II. On September 2, 1952, he married Geraldine Helen Vogel of Beechview. They lived in Whitehall for nearly 40 years, before retiring to Florida in 1990. In Whitehall, they were members of Saint Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Roman Catholic Church. His wife of 63 years, Gerry, currently resides at Cove's Edge Nursing Home in Damariscotta, Maine, where she is recovering from multiple falls. In addition to his wife, Walter is survived by his son, Daniel and daughter-in-law, Laura of McMurray, PA; his daughter, Heidi Wilson, of Royal Palm Beach, FL; his daughter, Elizabeth Crampe and son-in-law, Thomas of Indian Land, SC; and James of Royal Oak, MI and his former wife, Patti of Shelby Twp., MI. Also surviving are eight grandchildren, Gwendolyn Zajdel Majewski and husband Stefan, Carson Zajdel, 1st Lieutenant Byron Zajdel, Paige Wilson, Michael Wilson, Andrea Crampe Braswell and husband Shawn and Jared Zajdel and Hayley Zajdel. Walter was predeceased by four sisters, Frances Therisod, Irene Kotchey, Viola Zajdel and Helen Peduto. During World War II, Walter served as a carpenter's mate aboard U.S.S. Tranquility (AH-14), a hospital ship. He was a "plank owner," and part of the crew during the ship's commissioning in New York City. After transiting the Panama Canal, the ship was attached to the U.S. Pacific Fleet. The ship began service as a base hospital at Ulithi where it was dispatched to pick up survivors from the U.S.S. Indianapolis in the closing days of the war. After the war, Walter worked in various men's clothing stores in the Pittsburgh area, including Frank & Seder, Bond Clothes and Hughes & Hatcher. He concluded his career at F.W. Kestle Associates in 1990. His family remembers Walter as a caring, loving parent and grandparent who encouraged his children to get a good education. When working, he loved traveling to Florida every summer with his family. In retirement, he loved to fish in the ocean, play checkers and enjoy the simple pleasures of family life. He was a selfless role model and loved his wife and family until the day he died. We will miss him greatly, but are confident that he now dwells in the House of the Lord. Contributions to the Wounded Warrior Project are suggested in lieu of flowers. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RIEGER MARY MAE F. (KUHN) AG...
RIEGER MARY MAE F. (KUHN) Age 85, of Ross Twp., formerly of Brighton Heights, on Sunday, November 22, 2015. Wife of the late Elmer Rieger; sister of John Kuhn (Rosemary) and Dorothy Hasenbein (the late Herbert); daughter of the late Conrad and Mary (Kodovsky) Kuhn; also survived by loving nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. Family and friends will be received on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp., where a Blessing Service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund, 5850 Meridian Rd., Gibsonia, PA 15044. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WATLEY CORA LYNN (RICHARDSON) ...
WATLEY CORA LYNN (RICHARDSON) Age 66, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on November 19, 2015. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, November 28, 2015, at 11 a.m. at the Temple of Memories Mausoleum, Allegheny Cemetery, 4715 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Cora Lynn Watley Memorial Fund: https://www. gofundme.com/hzbeqsss. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HANKINS LEONARD HAPPY BIRTHDAY...
HANKINS
LEONARD
Happy Birthday, Len
We love and miss you
(Family is Forever)
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MANSON FLORENCE SANDO 9/1/1918...
MANSON
FLORENCE SANDO
9/1/1918 to 11/25/2013
"To live in the hearts of those we leave behind is not to die."
Arthur
Cynthia and Jeff and family, Anthony and Angela and family
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TATANANNI ADRIANA GALLI ON HER...
TATANANNI
ADRIANA GALLI
On her 24th Birthday
November 25, 2015
Today we celebrate our precious child & thank God for such a priceless gift. She gave us enough love & joy to last a lifetime, but we miss the young lady she would have become. Her light shines in heaven now, but she is always with us, too. We love her forever!
Mom, Dad & Giovanna
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