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MARTY SKUTA, SR. "BIG DADDY" M...

October 1, 2019, 7:00 pm
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MARTY SKUTA, SR. "BIG DADDY" Marty “Big Daddy” Skuta, Sr., 81, of Ligonier, died Monday, September 30, 2019 at the UPMC St. Margaret Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born March 18, 1938, in Allegheny Valley Hospital, a son of the late Martin R. and Helen (Steets) Skuta. Marty was the proud owner/operator of Skuta Signs which he founded in 1974. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Church of Youngstown and a former member of the Immaculate Conception Church, of Irwin and was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 940, of Loyalhanna. Marty was a veteran of the Army serving in the Military Police. Marty served as vice president of Acre Real Estate for many years. He was a member of the St. Joseph Polish Club, of Westmoreland City, the Penn Rod and Gun Club, the Greek Club, of Snydertown, the Frontier Club, of Latrobe, the Ligonier Country Club (where he had a steak named after him “the Marty Skuta Black and Blue”. Marty enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, going to the Casinos, playing Bingo and spending time with his close friends, Beverly and Ron Matson. Marty was a graduate of Tarentum High School. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Constance (Myslenski) Skuta and a daughter, Mary Jo Teske and a nephew, Max Miller. Surviving are four beloved children, Christine of North Huntingdon, Marty Skuta, Jr of Irwin, Michael Skuta of Greensburg and Richard Skuta and his wife, Donna, of Irwin; three grandsons, Ryan, Andrew and Brett Skuta; two great grandchildren, Logan and Ava Skuta; two sisters Mary Kay Miller, of Murrysville and Pat Shaffer, of Murrysville a very close and dear friend Marcus Zamagias; and many cousins, friends and associates. Friends will be received 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the OTT FUNERAL HOME INC. 805 Pennsylvania Avenue Irwin. Parting prayers will be held 8:40 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home followed by a 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated in the Immaculate Conception Church. Interment will follow in the Irwin Union Cemetery; all are welcome to a reception at the Manor American Legion. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Worrier Fund PO Box 51 Lewes DE 19958. To send on line condolences please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBERT L. LUPEAN ROBERT L. LUP...

October 1, 2019, 7:00 pm
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ROBERT L. LUPEAN Robert L. Lupean, Sr., 99, passed away peacefully at home September 28, 2019, in Fleetwood, Pa. Born in Fredonia, NY, Bob obtained a teaching degree at Fredonia State Normal School. He enlisted in the Army in 1942 and served in the Quartermaster Corps stationed in California where he met the love of his life, Doris Mann, whom he married in 1946. Bob obtained his M.A. in business at the University of Buffalo. He worked as a teacher for two years and then established a career with Prudential and New England life insurance companies. Bob and Doris ultimately settled in Pittsburgh, PA, where they raised their four children. Upon retirement, they moved to Calabash, NC, where Bob enjoyed golfing and his five o'clock happy hour. Bob and Doris relocated to Fleetwood, PA in 2004. Bob was predeceased by his wife, Doris, and daughter, Linda. He will be forever and lovingly remembered by his children, Vicki (Mike) Cefola, Polly (Linda) Lupean and Bob, Jr. (Janey); his grandchildren, Robbie and Alaina (Dillon), and his sister, Gail Drummond, of Dallas, TX. Services will be private. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital. Online condolences can be made at www.MaeStumpFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BETTY JEAN (LEARISH) BERNETT P...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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BETTY JEAN (LEARISH) BERNETT Peacefully, on Tuesday, October 1, 2019, Betty Jean, age 93, of Stowe Twp. Beloved wife of the late Donald R. Bernett; loving mother of Wendy Bernett, Laurie (Fred) Miller, Lisa Bernett and the late Debra Moyer; mother-in-law of Bryan Moyer; dear grandmother of Andrew, Erin and Luke Miller; sister of L. Joan Trautman, Shirley (David) Burgh and the late Dorothy Jane (late Bill) Riles; sister-in-law of Shirley (Lawrence) Hober. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER-STOVER, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Avenue, Crafton, on Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where the funeral service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. Interment at a later date will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. If desired, memorials may be made to Christ Community Church, 900 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks, PA 15136. www.hershberger-stoverfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PHILIP SMITH ON SUNDAY, SEPTEM...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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PHILIP SMITH On Sunday, September 29, 2019. Beloved husband of Elayne Smith; beloved father of Jamie (Jeffrey) Harris and Bruce Joseph Smith; brother of the late Jenny Penn, Sidney Smith, Louis Smith, Ann Yudin, Selma Sperling and Alfred Smith; grandpa of Rachel (Benjamin) Berg, Daniel (fiance' Karly Moll) Harris, Ore, Yoaz, Tagelle and Chen Smith. Graveside Services and Interment were held at Temple Sinai Memorial Park on Wednesday, October 2, 2019. Contributions may be made to Hebrew Free Loan, 4307 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 or Sivitz Hospice, 200 JHF Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., family owned and operated. www.schugar.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SUSAN ANTOINETTE "TONI" BORDEN...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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SUSAN ANTOINETTE "TONI" BORDEN Age 70, of Southport and formerly of Pittsburg, PA, passed away on August 30, 2019. Toni was born July 2, 1949 to the late George "Skib" Borden and Adelaide Coyle Borden. Toni was a great homemaker, she enjoyed cooking, baking, traveling, and offshore fishing. Survivors include her son, Charles Gladden and wife, Shannon; four daughters, Dianna Miano, Ronnie Miano, Bridget Johnson, and Renay White; two sisters, Sally Bauer and Kay Myers; a brother, Jeff Borden; and nine grandchildren. A celebration of life service will be held at St. John's Catholic Church in Butler, PA at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 5, 2019. PEACOCK - NEWNAM & WHITE FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICE, Southport, NC. Online condolences may be made at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARBARA JEAN GRIGGS AGE 86. PE...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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BARBARA JEAN GRIGGS Age 86. Peacefully on September 30, 2019. Friends received Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., 15206, where funeral service will begin at 1:30 p.m. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOAN QUIGLEY ON SUNDAY, SEPTEM...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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JOAN QUIGLEY On Sunday, September 29, 2019; loving wife and mother of three children, passed away at the age of 88. Joan was born on September 29, 1931 on Pittsburgh's Southside to Regina and Charles Riedl. On August 9, 1952 she married the love of her life, Harold Quigley. They had three daughters, Linda, Kathy and Karol. Joan was a very sincere, loving, and generous lady. She had a quick wit and would always tell you what was on her mind. Joan loved to cheer for “her” Steelers and Penguins. She enjoyed reading the paper while her husband listened to music at her side. Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Harold; her parents; and her daughter, Linda. She is survived by daughter, Kathy and son-in-law, Don Adams; daughter, Karol and son-in-law, Jim Patterson; granddaughter, Sara and her husband, Jason Anderson; and his great-grandsons, Axle, Cole Harold, and Jake. Joan and Harold will be laid to rest together at a private family service. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROGER LEWIS PEACEFULLY, ON SUN...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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ROGER LEWIS Peacefully, on Sunday, October 29, 2019, age 81 of North Huntingdon. Roger was born in Buenos Aires to the late Arturo and late Evelyn (Duffill) Lewis. He was the devoted husband of 57 years of Phyllis (Bolton) Lewis. Loving father of Kevin (Diane) Lewis of Finleyville, David (Renee) Lewis of Freehold NJ. Honorary father of Koen (Linda) Desmedt of Maaseik, Belgium, Karen (Peter Su) Van Dusen, of Pittsburgh. Grandfather of Bethany, Jonathan, Rhiannon, Evan, and Kiersten Lewis. Honorary grandfather Goele and Ine Desmedt, and Kai Su. Roger is also survived by his sister, Joan (John) Mackenzie of Easley, SC, nephews, Andrew, Christopher and Guy, and many friends. Born and raised in Argentina of British ancestry, his great-grandparents were among the first Europeans to settle in Patagonia. Roger was proudly nationalized a US citizen in 1967. He worked as an engineer at Westinghouse Air Brake from 1960-1998 with assignments in Buenos Aires, Argentina (2 years) and Johannesburg, South Africa (2 years) and was a recognized expert in railway braking systems, with three patents. After retiring from Westinghouse Air Brake, he worked as a consultant with Adtranz (now Bombardier) and STV as well as contributing to other technical and popular articles about railway history. Roger was a Communicant of Holy Trinity Byzantine Catholic Church in Wall, PA, active member of the Irwin Lions Club for 45 years, active in Scouting leadership for 7 years and active in the American Field Service student exchange program. Family and friends received in the ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, Pa 15148, 412-824-4332, on Friday from 2pm to 8pm. A Lions service will be held at 6pm, followed by Panachida at 7pm. Divine Liturgy will be said on Saturday at 10am in Holy Trinity Byzantine Catholic Church in Wall. Due to road construction, please enter Wall via Route 48. Roger will be laid to rest in Monongahela Cemetery, Braddock. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILLIAM JAMES WINSTON, JR. "PE...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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WILLIAM JAMES WINSTON, JR. "PEE WEE" Age 79, of Pittsburgh's North Side passed away Friday, September 27, 2019. He was born to the late Neata and William James Winston, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Zahra Winston; his children and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2025 Perrysville Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15214, Friday, October 4, 2019 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday October 5, 2019 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. It was William's wishes to forgo a funeral and instead be celebrated at a memorial Celebration of Life to be held at a later date in order to allow all those who loved and were impacted by him that wished to be in attendance could do so with the proper amount of time for planning and preparation. In lieu of flowers, please instead, make donations to the Light of Life Men's Shelter on Pittsburgh's North Side, in his memory. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARY T. JOHNSTONE ON MONDAY, ...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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MARY T. JOHNSTONE On Monday, September 30, 2019, age 88, of Sarver, formerly of Clinton Born in Braddock, PA, on January 7, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Nora Margaret O'Donnell. Mary worked as a fashion illustrator for Gimbel's, Hornes, and Kaufmann's department stories in Pittsburgh. In 1978, Mary enrolled and graduated from Gallaudet University with a B.A. in 1982. During her time at Gallaudet, she became the editor of the school's newspaper, and received awards for her writing. To view some of Mary's work visit https://flic.kr/s/aHsmHo5ptM. Mary was a strong advocate for the deaf community. She volunteered with a DC-based organization called Self Help for Hard of Hearing People. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Russell Johnstone and a son, Kevin Johnstone. She also had four brothers, Regis, Thomas, John, Richard, all deceased. Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Kilian Roman Catholic Church, 7076 Franklin Rd., Cranberry Twp., PA 16066 on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Charles Bober, pastor, officiating. Memorials may be made to Gallaudet University, Denison House, 800 Florida Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20002 or online at https://www.gallaudet.edu/office-of-development/giving-at-gallaudet. Arrangements are under the direction of the McDONALD-AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA and condolences are available at www.mcdonald-aeberli.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JEANNE M. DVORAK AGE 93, OF SH...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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JEANNE M. DVORAK Age 93, of Shaler Twp., on October 1, 2019. Wife of Joseph A. Dvorak; mother of Sharon Lindquist (Charles), Joseph E. Dvorak (Nancy), and Nancy Stubbs (George); grandmother of six; great-grandmother of five. Visitation Friday, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Funeral Service Saturday, 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GEORGETTE D. (DAVIA) SCHWALM O...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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GEORGETTE D. (DaVIA) SCHWALM Of Wilkins Twp., age 87, died on Wednesday, October 2, 2019. Beloved and treasured wife of the late Raymond E. Schwalm for 60 years. Georgette was preceded in death by her sister, Emilia Allegro and her brother, Albano “Al” DaVia. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. Georgette was a retired executive secretary from Westinghouse, Research and Development site in Churchill. Friends are welcome on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC.; 700 Linden Ave. at Cable; East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Colman Church on Monday, 10 a.m. Georgette will be laid to rest in Good Shepherd Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEROY D. "LEE" MCCURDY OF BETH...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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LeROY D. "LEE" McCURDY Of Bethel Park; age 79; passed away peacefully on Monday, September 30, 2019; son of the late Robert and Alberta(Stark) McCurdy; beloved husband of 56 years to Patricia “Pat” McCurdy; loving father of Bob(Marcy) and John(Christina) McCurdy; proud grandfather of Corey, Kelly and Brier McCurdy. He worked for Coca-Cola USA, then started his own company McCurdy Service and Sales and he was a member of the Steamfitters Local Union #449. He enjoyed coaching youth baseball and football. He dearly loved his grandchildren, he was proud of being a “grandparent groupie” and enjoyed watching their soccer and football teams. Family and friends will be received Thursday 2-4 & 6-8 at PAUL HENNEY CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park. Funeral services will be private. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CLIFFORD ROBERT TANG, JR. AGE ...

October 2, 2019, 7:01 pm
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CLIFFORD ROBERT TANG, JR. Age 59, of Findley Lake, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 22, 2019 surrounded by family. Roger was born April 14, 1960 in Brooklyn, New York to Roger and Anne (Libasci) Tang. He graduated from Oceanside High School in 1978, earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from State University of New York College at Potsdam in 1982 and completed his MBA from Adelphi University in 1985. Roger followed in the footsteps of his father and proudly served as a fireman with Rockville Centre Fire Department Woodland – Engine Co. #4 from 1982 until 1990. Roger married his wife Annette Jean (Smith) Tang on October 11, 1987. He began his wildly successful career in wireless with Metro Mobile in New York City in 1987, transferring to South Carolina in 1990 where he quickly became one of Verizon's top leaders going on to lead teams in Boston, MA, serve as Regional President in Pittsburgh, PA from 1998 to 2010 and finally retiring as the South Market Area President in Atlanta, GA in 2017. An avid New York sports fan, particularly the Rangers and Yankees, Roger religiously watched each game and could quote any statistic about a player or coach from the past century. His love of hockey and all sports led him to proudly coach his son, Andrew's, hockey and baseball teams and continue playing hockey himself in various men's leagues for many years. Roger also loved watching and rooting for his daughter, Rachel, during soccer and cross country competitions in the crisp Pennsylvania air on Saturday mornings, and during fencing tournaments later in Georgia. It is safe to say if there was a game on, Roger was watching it. A proud snowbird, Roger enjoyed his retirement in Naples, Florida. He spent many hours on his boat, Hattrick, and would take any excuse to be near the water either fishing or enjoying the beautiful sunshine. Roger also enjoyed traveling where he went on several fishing trips to Alaska, ski trips across Colorado and Canada as well as golf trips to Scotland and many other PGA events. Roger was loved by many and extremely proud of his children. He maintained deep friendships with his friends at SUNY Potsdam and dubbed them the “Potsdam Crew” where six couples and their families continued reunions for over 30 years, with the last being Labor Day 2019. Roger was a man with a big heart and a bigger smile, and those who were blessed to call him a friend will cherish his memory forever. Roger is survived by his wife, Annette (Smith) of Findley Lake, NY; son ,Andrew and his wife, Emily of Tampa, FL; and daughter, Rachel of Findley Lake, NY., in addition to many beloved relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Roger Tang, Sr., of Rockville Centre, NY in 1998 and his mother, Anne Tang (Libasci) of Inverness, FL in 2018. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, November 2 at East Lake Woodlands Country Club, 1055 East Lake Woodlands Parkway, Oldsmar, FL 34677. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital https://www.stjude.org/give/memorials-and-dedications.html and Hockey Fights Cancer http://nhl.com/community/hockey-fights-cancer/donate-us-row. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PETREA (RIECK) GRAHAM PASSED A...

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PETREA (RIECK) GRAHAM Passed away quietly the morning of September 28, 2019. She is survived by her husband of forty years David Keith Graham, Sr.; her three sons, Francis E. Spencer and wife, Barbara (Levin) and their children, Grant and Paige, Winston R. Spencer and wife, Carla (Rucci) and their children, Collen and Evan Spencer and Aidan (Sweeney) and David Keith Graham, Jr. Petrea was a graduate of Skidmore College and she worked for T.M.G. and Dupont. She was the president of Advokid where she worked diligently to help special needs children get what they needed to advance their education so that they could have meaningful lives one child at a time. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Southminster Presbyterian Church, 799 Washington Road, Mount Lebanon, PA 15228. This will be followed by a reception at the Castle Shannon Fire Hall, 3600 Library Road, Castle Shannon, PA 15234. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at pittsburghcremation.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOHN HENRY LAWRENCE WATKINS, S...

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JOHN HENRY LAWRENCE WATKINS, SR. On Wednesday, September 20, 2019, age 95 of Pittsburgh. Beloved husband of Betty J. Watkins; father of Michael (Joy) Watkins of Atlanta, GA, John (Antoinette) Watkins, Lori Watkins both of Pittsburgh and Mark (Ternae) Watkins of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; also survived by his grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sisters; brother; sister-in-laws; aunt, nieces; nephews; cousins; godson; other relatives and friends. Visitation Thursday, 4-8 p.m. at the ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2025 Perrysville Avenue, Perry Hilltop, where a Masonic Service will be held 7:30-8:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday at 11:30 a.m. in the White Lily Baptist Church, 3621 Chartiers Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15204. Interment National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA 15017. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that contributions be made to the The Deacon John H. Watkins, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund, Payable to White Lily Baptist Church, 3621 Chartiers Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15204. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBERT W. "PETE" PETOCK AGE 58...

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ROBERT W. "PETE" PETOCK Age 58, of Findlay Twp., Imperial, PA, peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, October 1, 2019. A son of the late Harry and Betty (Schultz) Petock, Sr.; beloved husband of Nadine (Cronin) Petock; stepfather of Bryanna Ferry; brother of Janet (James) Hertzer, Catherine (Michael) Penton, Harry (Susan) Petock, Jr., and Sam Petock; also survived by several nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Family to receive friends at the HERRICK COMPASSIONATE FUNERAL SERVICE, Edward M. Herrick, Supervisor/Owner, 951 Cliff Mine Rd., N. Fayette Twp., Imperial, 724-695-7332 on Friday, October 4, 2019, between the hours of 2-8 p.m. where a Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2019, at 12 noon followed by interment St. Columbkille R.C. Cemetery. It is respectfully requested memorial donations be sent to American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pgh., PA 15205. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARY B. ERICKSON AGE 94, OF WH...

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MARY B. ERICKSON Age 94, of White Oak, formerly of Duquense, on October 1, 2019. She was a daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Gulash) Michak. She was a member of Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin. Her family was her life. Beloved wife of the late Richard W. Erickson, Sr.; mother of Kathleeen (Christopher) Steimer of Elizabeth Twp. and the late Richard W. "Chirp" Erickson, Jr.; grandmother of Erica Erickson, Stacey (John) Wilczek of Munhall, Rachel (Scott) Bellomo of Charlotte, NC and Anne (Jason) Fung of North Huntingdon; great-grandmother of Jackson Fung, Jocelyn Fung and Jude Wilczek; sister of the late Anna (late Paul) Kushnir and the late Michael Michak. Visitation on Thursday, October 3, 2019 from 2-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquense, 412-466-3300, where a blessing service will be held on Friday at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Trinity Church at 10 a.m. Rev. Mike Conway officiating. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Trinity Church, 529 Grant Ave. Extension, West Mifflin, PA 15122. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PATRICIA L. REARDON AGE 83, AF...

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PATRICIA L. REARDON Age 83, after a brief but courageous battle with ALS, on Tuesday, October 1, 2019, of Whitehall. Beloved wife of 63 years to Thomas R.; loving mother of Matthew (Kathi), Linda (Thomas) Walker, Jack (Palma) and Bryan (the late Louann); proud Grandma of nine and great-grandma of nine. Patricia was a beloved sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many. She and her husband, Thomas, enjoyed many years of retirement. Patricia was a devoted member of St. Gabriel Church, sewed blankets for Project Linus, was an amazing cook, an avid reader, crossword puzzle solver, and a whiz at playing cards. She will dearly missed, fondly remembered, and always cherished by her family and friends. Visitation will be private. Friends and family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, October 4, 2019, in St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements made by JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to ALS Association, PO Box 37022, Boone, IA 50037-0022. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REV. JOHN DENNIS “...AND WHAT ...

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REV. JOHN DENNIS “...And what does the Lord require of you, but to do justice, love kindness and to walk humbly with your God…” Micah 6:8 The Reverend John Davison Dennis passed away peacefully on September 4th, 2019, surrounded by family. In his time, he touched thousands of lives across our fragile planet - in good times and bad - worked tirelessly for social justice, extended compassion, and was always there for family, especially his wife of 52 years, Nancy Schumacher, who passed away five months before he did. Born in 1937 to John Wellington and Helen Davison Dennis, John grew up in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill. A nationally ranked tennis and squash champion at Shadyside Academy and Wesleyan University, John was active in campus leadership and planned to return to the family's business after graduation. Then, his senior year, plans changed dramatically when the Director of the Honors College, who had famously stood up to Joseph McCarthy, pulled him aside and challenged him to live his life dedicated to others. Shortly afterwards, John enrolled at Princeton Theological Seminary. John and Nancy were married in St. Louis in 1967, and two years later moved to Corvallis, Oregon where John was called to be the Senior Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church. Over the next four decades there, he and Nancy raised their two sons and a succession of questionably behaved West Highland White Terriers. The pastoral care he quietly provided spanned generations: baptisms, weddings, interventions, counseling, funerals, hospital visits, celebrations. Every late-night phone call was answered. He was a spiritual shepherd and deliverer of hope to a much-loved congregation and community. John had special gifts of being there when it mattered most and of connecting with people in a personal way without judgment or reservation. The new Dennis Hall at First Presbyterian Church in Corvallis stands in honor to all he and Nancy gave to the community. To do justice, he relocated his family to South Africa in 1978. There, he contributed to the Sullivan Principles, which directed economic pressure on South Africa to help end apartheid, plus was detained in Algoa Park Prison where Steven Biko had been killed months earlier. In ensuing years, John led peacemaking trips to the Middle East, Northern Ireland, and “Iron-Curtain”-era USSR. The latter trip with the church choir included a visit to Corvallis' sister city, Uzhgorod, Ukraine; John was a leader in establishing the Corvallis Sister Cities Association. True to his Eagle Scout heritage, John was active in many community organizations - including the Corvallis Rotary, Madison Avenue Task Force, and Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon - and in 1988 he ran for U.S. Congress. A visit to Cambodia in 1994 with his college roommate led John to a life-long mission to help a country recovering from years of genocide, war, and landmines. His efforts provided over 2,000 prosthetic limbs for children whose arms and legs were lost to landmines. John is survived by his loving sister, Helen; his devoted sons, Michael and Andrew, their wives Allison and Rebecca; and four grandchildren, Leif, Harriet, Roselyn, and Frederic, who was born on John and Nancy's 50th wedding anniversary. His legacy and his challenge to us are reflected in a poem, which John recited often, by the Swiss philosopher Henri Frederic Amiel: Life is short and we have not too much time to gladden the hearts of those who travel the way with us. Oh, be swift to love. Make haste to be kind. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 12, 2019, at The First Presbyterian Church, 114 S.W. 8th St., Corvallis, OR. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be sent to Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon (EMO), an organization that held a special place in John's heart, bringing diverse communities of faith together to create a more just, compassionate, sustainable, and peaceful world. John served as board president and supported their mission to his last day: https://emoregon.org Please leave condolences for the family at www.mchenryfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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