RAYMOND F. RUSNIC "RAY" Age 94, of Greentree formerly of Mt. Washington, on Friday, November 22, 2019. Beloved husband for 66 years of the late Catherine M. (Whiteside) Rusnic; father of James (Pauline) Rusnic, Ralph (late Elaine) Rusnic, Regis (Pamela) Rusnic, Catherine (Jeff) Dziki, Joseph (Michele) Rusnic; beloved "Pap" of James Rusnic, Rebecca (Peter) Lazor, Regis Rusnic, Jason (Ashley) Rusnic, Matthew Rusnic, Scott Rusnic, Katie Dziki, Jenna Dziki, Alexander Rusnic, and Christa Rusnic; "Pappy Ray" of Elizabeth, Catherine, Graysen, Nash, Wyatt, Landon, and Vivian; brother of the late Charles Rusnic and Robert Rusnic; also survived by nieces, nephews, and their families. Family will welcome friends on Sunday from 5-7 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS AND SONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., (Franklin Park), 1600 Stone Mansion Drive, Sewickley, PA 15143. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Alphonsus Church. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Ray served in the Army Air Corp during WWII. He then worked for the City of Pittsburgh for 45 years as an Assistant Supervisor of Lands and Building. You would also see Ray at the home Steelers, Pirates, or Penguins games where he ushered for over 65 years. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Alzheimer's Association, 2835 E Carson St. Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Please offer condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
RAYMOND F. RUSNIC "RAY" AGE 94...
↧
BARBARA L. OPFERMAN AGE 56, LO...
BARBARA L. OPFERMAN Age 56, lost her battle with cancer on November 15, 2019. She was born on June 6, 1963 in Mt. Lebanon to William and Lois (Pefferman) Dickey. Barbara graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School in 1981. She went on to work in customer service throughout her life doing what she loved: building relationships with people. She was predeceased by her parents; and is survived by her daughter, Nicole Weaver, and her husband, Eric, of Pleasant Hills; granddaughters, Raina and Aria Weaver; and one brother, Douglas Dickey, of Washington. Her quick wit, sarcasm, and humor will be greatly missed by all those who knew her. Loved ones will especially miss her big heart and love for the holidays with family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in her name. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
SHIRLEY EILEEN KALKA TOPOLNAK ...
SHIRLEY EILEEN KALKA TOPOLNAK EISEL Age 67, of Jefferson Hills, PA., formerly of West Mifflin, PA lost her battle with pancreatic cancer at home surrounded by her family on November 22, 2019. Shirley is survived by her beloved husband, David D. Eisel; daughter, Sherri Michele Topolnak (Chad) Gregorini; grandson, James "Buddy" (Kelly) Wilson; step daughterJennifer Eisel and step granson, Finn Eisel. He was preceded in death by her parents Michael and Agnes Kalka, and brother, Michael Kalka. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 25, 2019, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Funeral Ceremony will be held Tuesday, November 26, 2019, 10:00 a.m., at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home Chapel, 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, 15236. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to National Pacreatic Cancer Foundation, www.npcf.us. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
DANZELL L. SMITH ON TUESDAY, ...
DANZELL L. SMITH On Tuesday, November 12, 2019, age 63 of McKeespot, PA. Father of Kevin Crosby and Danzell C. Smith; stepfather of Tremayne White. Also survived by a host of brothers, sisters, other family members and friends. Visitation Monday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on November 25, 2019 at Living Water Ministry, 736 Washington Ave., Braddock, PA 15104 , where the funeral service will be held after the visitation Monday, 12 p.m. Interment Private. Services of comfort entrusted to WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC., 808 Talbot Ave., Braddock, PA 15104 (412) 271-3880. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
DOROTHYMAE (SHARPE) JACOBS DOR...
DOROTHYMAE (SHARPE) JACOBS Dorothymae S. (Sharpe), on November 23rd, devoted mother and grandmother, and a lifelong member of St. Mary's Magdalene Parish; wife of the late Andrew; beloved mother of Andrew (Katherine), Thomas (Dina), James Jake (Jill) Jacobs; loving grandmother of Andrew (Lauren), Daniel (Whitney), Michael, Joseph and the late Brian; great-grandmother of Ryan; sister of the late Thomas Sharpe, Agnes Cloherty, Stella Margie Cregan and Gail Bost; also loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday, 3-8 p.m. in R.V. ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 315 East Tenth Ave. Homestead. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, Saturday, time later. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
RONALD BRUCE YUSS OF PETERS TO...
RONALD BRUCE YUSS Of Peters Township, Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2019, at 73 years of age. After months of courageously battling his failing health, he passed away peacefully. Ronald was born on March 22, 1946 in Charleroi, PA to the late John and Margaret Yuss. Like his older brothers, John and Fred, Ron was a tremendous athlete. He was a three-sport star in high school before receiving a scholarship to play linebacker at West Virginia University. During his playing career at WVU, Ron was an All-American. Ronald was a lifelong Mountaineer and he enjoyed the annual reunion weekends with his former teammates; he was also proud to be a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. It is quite possible that both of his daughters graduated WVU because Ron and Barb took them to so many football games during their formative years. Upon graduating college, Ronald was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force, went to flight school, and was quickly sent to war. Ron had two tours to Vietnam, flying over 200 combat missions in the F-4 Phantom. For his valor during the war, he received two distinguished flying crosses and 13 air medals. After the birth of his first child, Ron left active duty but spent the rest of his life continuing to serve in flying (A-10 Warthog and A-37 Dragonfly), staff, and mentorship roles with the Air Force Reserves, Air National Guard, and U.S. Air Force Academy. He was proud to be selected to the rank of Colonel. Less than a month before his passing, Ron was still mentoring perspective high school students about the potential benefits of serving in the Air Force. Ronald was the president of R.B.Y. Industries where he was a very successful businessman. He was very fond of his right hand woman, Lynn Dodson, whom which he worked with for over three decades. He and his family were also devoted Christians and members of the Trinity United Methodist Church. Ron very much enjoyed his Saturday morning fellowship with the Trinity Men's Group. Ron also enjoyed his fellowship with his brothers at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 764 in McMurrary. Ronald was proud and humbled to be inducted into the Wall of Valor at the VFW; he always said that he was no different than anyone else that served; he was just one of the lucky ones who made it home alive. Ron met the love of his life, Barbara (Sutherland), during junior high school and the two of them built a beautiful life together. They were married just shy of 51 years. Ronald's two daughters, Lieutenant Colonel Meredith Camilletti and Major Allyson Olson, both spent time on active duty and both are currently serving in the Air Force Reserves. Additionally, both daughters are married to currently serving active duty Air Force officers (Colonel Jason Camilletti F-15C, F-15E, F-22 pilot and Lieutenant Colonel Matthew Olson F-16, F-35 pilot). To say that Ron was proud of his family and their service would be an understatement. Barbara, Meredith, and Allyson were the light of Ron's life but he beamed the brightest in his latest role as Pappy. Ronald was a strong, proud, and good man who always looked after his family and who was always willing to help a friend. Ronald is survived by his wife, Barbara, brother, Fred; daughters, Meredith and Allyson; grandsons, Cole, Blake, and Bryce. The family is anxiously awaiting the arrival of his first grand daughter in two months. Family and friends welcome at BEINHAUER FUNERAL HOME, 2828 Washington Road, McMurray (724-941-3211) on Sunday, November 24, 2019, 6-8 p.m. and Monday, November 25, 2019, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. The Memorial service will be held Tuesday, November 26, 2019, 12 noon at Trinity United Methodist Church followed by burial with full military honors at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
JAMES "JIM" RUSSELL BUTLER AGE...
JAMES "JIM" RUSSELL BUTLER Age 92, of Baldwin, formerly of Whitehall and Allentown, Pittsburgh passed away peacefully at his home on November 22, 2019 surrounded by his family. Beloved son of the late James T. Butler and Helen (Schricker) Butler, proceeded in death by his sister, Lois Claire, his brother, Harold (Patricia Emmerling); his first wife, Helen Rose (Militzer) Butler; second wife, Mary (Schroettinger) Butler; and his son, James Raymond Butler; cherished father of Kathleen (late James) Schmaderer, late James (Antoinette Paga), David (Debra Kruger), Gerald, Susan (Anthony) Eperthener, Barbara, Robert and Daniel (Michelle Muehlbauer); loving step-father to Karen (Dimitri) Chrus, John Schroettinger, Mark (Pat) Schroettinger and Chris (Diane) Schroettinger; survived by 19 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; five step-great grandchildren; and his special friend, Dorothy (Dolly) Dilla Sherred and her family. Jim graduated from Saint Joseph High School in 1945 and was a member of the US Army Air Corps from 1945-1946. He was the owner of Butler TV Repair in Allentown, Pittsburgh. In addition, he was the past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus and played on six softball leagues until he was 82½. Jim was an active member of Saint Gabriels Church as a Eucharist Minister and choir member. Jim will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Monday, November 25 and Tuesday, November 26 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 5200 Greenridge Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 on Wednesday, November 27 at 10:00 a.m. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
VIRGINIA H. NESTOR AGE 90, OF ...
VIRGINIA H. NESTOR Age 90, of Cabot, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019, at Good Samaritan Hospice. A daughter of the late Arthur G. and Dorothy Weamer Nestor, she was born February 4, 1929, in Indiana. Miss Nestor was a graduate of Rural Valley High School and received a degree in dietetics from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. After 32 years, she retired from Shadyside Hospital, where she was chief dietitian. She was a member of St. Andrew's Lutheran Church in Shadyside. Miss Nestor volunteered at the Better Business Bureau in Pittsburgh, the Children's Museum in Oakland and after school care in Lawrenceville. She enjoyed going to the theatre and Civic Light Opera. She is survived by the following nieces and nephews: Gary Nestor and wife, Jeanette, of Saxonburg; Arthur Nestor and wife Peg, of Zelienople; Carl Nestor and wife, Maryann, of Ashland, OH; Janice Nestor, of Virginia Beach, VA; Carol Nestor, of New York; and numerous great-nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers: Bryce Nestor and Oscar Nestor. Friends and family will be received from 5 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 7 p.m. Tuesday at ROBINSON-LYTLE, INC., with Pastor Paul Koch officiating. Interment will be in Sagamore Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests memorial contributions be made to Cabot Inpatient Unit at Concordia, Patient Care Fund, 134 Marwood Road, Cabot, PA 16023. robinsonlytleinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
JOAN L. FIELDS AGE 85, OF BLA...
JOAN L. FIELDS Age 85, of Blawnox, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Joe Fields; loving mother of Judy (late Tony) Baglio, Joe (Heather) Fields and John Fields; grandmother of Brian, Shawn, Hunter and Zach; great-grandmother of Kendell and Jordan; and sister of Wanda Blank and the late Sally Rosewell. Joan was a longtime employee of Schreiber Industrial and a member of St. Edward Church in Blawnox. She was an avid Steelers fan, loved to cook, shop, garden and visit the casino. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 25, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., 930 Center Avenue, Blawnox, PA 15238, where family and friends will gather on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. in St. Pio Paris/St. Edward Church. Burial will follow. www.thomasmsmithfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
THOMAS "TOM" HENDERSON OF UPPE...
THOMAS "TOM" HENDERSON Of Upper St. Clair, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2019. Beloved husband of Frances Henderson; father of Christina Koontz (Patrick), Elizabeth Mauro, Anthony Henderson (Ashley), and Jonathan Henderson (Jordan). Tom is also survived by four grandchildren, Kendall Mauro, Rowan Mauro, Michael Koontz, and a newborn baby boy on the way. Son of the late Arthur and Madaline Henderson, brother to siblings Margaret Peggie Kinder, Mary Sherrie Auth, and William Bill Henderson; Tom grew up in Mt. Lebanon and graduated from South Catholic (Class of 1965). An honored Veteran of the Vietnam War, Tom graduated from West Point Academy (Class of 1969) at the top of his class with a degree in Civil Engineering. During his service, Tom was highly regarded among his servicemen and women, rising to the rank of U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel before his retirement in 1992. During his 23 years of distinguished military service, he received numerous awards and decorations including the Bronze Star Medal and the Defense Meritorious Service Medal. Furthermore, he served as a member of the elite light infantry group, The 75th Ranger Regiment, as an Army Ranger, and taught military ethics at the Polytechnic Institute of New York University. Tom's military career took him and his family around the world with assignments in two foreign countries and eight different states. While serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, Tom graduated from The George Washington University with a Master's of Science Degree in Administration with a Management and Civil Engineering concentration. After his decorated military career, Tom attended Duquesne University where he earned a Bachelor's of Science in Education. He continued his career of service to the community as a teacher of Science and Mathematics at Dorseyville Middle School in the Fox Chapel School District. Adored and respected by his students and colleagues, Tom exemplified his commitment to excellence and leadership not only inside the classroom but also outside as head coach of the extra-curricular, Dorseyville Middle School MATHCOUNTS Team. A lifelong, devoted Catholic; Tom was very active with the men's group at St. Louise de Marillac Catholic Church. He was an engaged participant in the Men's Bible Study, Prayer Group, Emmaus Group, Right to Life Committee, Nocturnal Adoration Society, and Catholic Men's Fellowship of Pittsburgh. Tom is remembered foremost by his devotion to his family, passion for life, and steadfast Christian faith. Often keen to engage in discussion and debate, Tom's exuberant personality was marked by his animated expressiveness, inherent wittiness, and contagious belly laugh. Additionally, Tom was a natural born leader, instilling countless values and morals in his family, friends, and colleagues. Above all, he was the epitome of a family man, a devoted husband and father, always providing in countless ways for his family. He lived a big life, full of love and adventure, and he leaves a legacy that words cannot do justice to describe. The world is a better place because of the life Thomas Henderson lived. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 4 p.m. 8 p.m. at PITTSBURGH CREMATION AND FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 6, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Louise de Marillac Church, 320 McMurray Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15241. Everyone please meet at the church. Interment will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with full military honors. Family requests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association at http://act.alz.org/goto/ThomasHenderson. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
WILMA MARIE (COOK) JACOBS AGE ...
WILMA MARIE (COOK) JACOBS Age 92, of Shaler Twp., on November 22, 2019. Wife of the late Charles T. Mother of Cathy Ann Griffith. Grandmother of Jessica Yancoskie. Great-grandmother of Preston Yancoskie. Sister of the late Warren Earl Cook, Jr. Aunt of Barbara Desiderio (Phil). Visitation Sunday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Funeral Service Monday, 11 a.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
GERALD N. ZISKIND ON THURSDAY,...
GERALD N. ZISKIND On Thursday, November 21, 2019. Beloved husband of Norma Jean Ziskind. Cherished father of Deborah S. Ziskind and Tammy V. Ziskind. Brother of Samuel Ziskind of Alexandria, VA. Gerald was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. A dedicated member of the Greatest Generation, Jerry served as a Tank Platoon Commander in Europe during WWII to fight the Nazi regime. He fought in many historic battles throughout the war including landing on Omaha Beach during D-Day, the Battle of the Bulge, Battle of Hürtgen Forest and the liberation of concentration camps. After the war, Jerry served as a Military Governor based in Weilberg, Germany with respect to the reorganization of Europe. Gerald was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and became a revered lawyer and legal scholar. Many judges and attorneys all over the world sought out his legal expertise. A lifelong Democrat, Gerald became a rising star in the Democratic party when he spoke on behalf of Franklin Delano Roosevelt during his rise to presidency. His devoted daughter Deborah spent the final 2 weeks of his life by his side until his passing on Thursday evening. Services at Congregation Beth Shalom, 5915 Beacon Street, Squirrel Hill on Sunday at 2 p.m. Visitation at Beth Shalom one hour prior to services (1 - 2 p.m.). Interment Homewood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Stanley M. Marks Endowed Research Fund, c/o UPMC Cancer Pavilion, Attention-Development Office, 5150 Centre Avenue, Suite 1B, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
VIOLA M. (ZINN) KANIA AGE 97, ...
VIOLA M. (ZINN) KANIA Age 97, on Friday, November 22, 2019 of Baldwin Boro. Wife of the late Joseph J. Kania. Beloved mother of David J. Kania. Sister of Margie Garcia. Family and Friends received Monday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick, where a Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. Viola was a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of The Redeemer; loved traveling, knitting and crocheting. Send condolences to www.readshawfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
JENNIE M. FLISEK AGE 92, A FO...
JENNIE M. FLISEK Age 92, a former resident of Oakmont, died peacefully on November 23, 2019. Jennie was born in 1927 in Verona, PA to the late Frank and Jennie (Potepan) Bozich. She was a cheerleader at Verona High School, class of 1945, and graduated from Pittsburgh Hospital Nursing School. Jennie was a devoted homemaker, raising her children and caring for her aging parents and in-laws. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 52 years, Carl A. Flisek in 2001. Carl and Jennie were the parents of five children, all of whom survive her: Carl F. Flisek (Linda) of Cheswick; Robert Flisek (Amy) of Plum; Karen Lehr (Ray) of Virginia; Kenneth Flisek (Sharon) of Bethel Park; and Mary Anne MacArthur of Maine. In addition, she leaves six grandchildren, Mark (Jamie) Flisek of Pittsburgh; Jessica (Matthew) Schreibeis of New York; Christine Odom and Christopher Flisek of Plum; Matthew and Melanie Aldrich of Maine; and four great-grandsons, Connor and Camden Odom, and Evan and Blake Flisek. She is also survived by a sister, Frances Messenger of California. Friends will be received at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont on Monday, November 25 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, November 26, 11:30 a.m. St. Irenaeus Catholic Church. If so desired, memorial contributions may be sent to St. Irenaeus Church at www.opvcatholic.org/give-to-st-irenaeus. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
GLENNYS BETH (APPLIN) PAZYNIAK...
GLENNYS BETH (APPLIN) PAZYNIAK Age 85, McMurray, PA, passed away on November 20, 2019. Daughter of Thomas and Mary Applin (Possanza), Glennys was preceded in death by siblings, Bay Pasquali (Rometti) and Lee Applin; and son, Michael E. Pazyniak, Jr. She is survived by her siblings, Tootsie Amelio (Rometti) and Dan Applin; daughter, Kim (Mark) Windnagel; and grandchildren, Michael S. Pazyniak, Amanda Pazyniak, Kasey Windnagel, Adam Windnagel, and Kate Windnagel. She was born in Iron River, MI and spent most of her life in McMurray, PA. Like so many women of her generation, Glennys left college to have a family and lived a multifaceted life: one of a homemaker, that raised two wonderful children, and a successful business woman who, behind the scenes, created and ran a multi-million dollar union steel building construction company with her husband. Glennys was a trailblazer, a woman that cared about others first - albeit with a great sense of humor - and was an amazing cook, which will leave us recipes and cherished memories for generations to come. She will be laid to rest at Resthaven Cemetery in Iron River, MI. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you help us extend her living memory by sending your own personal stories of Glennys to: GlennysPazyniakMemorial@gmail.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
RICHARD W. GOODALL AGE 80, DI...
RICHARD W. GOODALL Age 80, died on November 23, 2019, after a lengthy illness. Richard was the owner/operator of the Triangle Cafe in Mt. Oliver for 32 years, and a proud Veteran of the US Navy. He was past President and Charter Member of the Hilltop Lions Club. He and his beloved wife and best friend, Bernice (Meyer) Goodall, were married for 57 years and enjoyed traveling together extensively. She will miss her life with this good man. He was the Father of Richard W. Goodall, Jr. (Teresa); Anne Reynolds (Dan); Julie Mersing (Lou). He was Pap to his nine grandchildren, Bryan Bidzilya, Matthew Goodall (Deanna), Kelsey Mersing, Sara Goodall, Sam Mersing, Zachary Goodall (Irina), Jason Reynolds, Ben Reynolds and Lucas Reynolds and four great-grandchildren, Amir Bidzilya, and Max, Everly and Easton Goodall. Brother of Donna D'Abruzzo; brother-in-law of Raymond Meyer, Kathy Bishop, Greg and Jill Meyer and Bob Schleicher. Will be missed by his nieces and nephews, cousins; Dear Friend, Terry Matuszak and his Fellow Lions. Predeceased by parents, Walter and Marie; mother and father-in-law, Raymond Sr. and Mary Meyer; brother-in-law, John D'Abruzzo; sisters-in-law, M. Aggie Schleicher, Frances Accamando and spouse, Marco. Arrangements by PITTSBURGH CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317. Sincere Thanks to Gallagher Hospice for their faithful attendance during his final ordeal. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joan of Arc Church in Library with interment at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at a later date. Details will be published close to that date. Remembrances should be donated to the charity of your choice or the The Hilltop Lions, C/O Joseph Setticase, Eye to Eye Optical, 2350 Noblestown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at pittsburghcremation.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
ERNEST L. HARVEY, JR. AGE 71,...
ERNEST L. HARVEY, JR. Age 71, of Monroeville, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2019 at the VA Hospital in Oakland. Beloved husband of 46 years to Merianne Harvey; loving father of Eric (Heather) Harvey; cherished grandfather of Isabella, Julia, Hailey, and Devin; and caring brother of George Harvey. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest L. Harvey, Sr. and Gloria R. (Brown) Harvey; and son, Michael J. Harvey. Ernest was a proud Navy Veteran having served in the Vietnam War, and he operated the Super Computer during his 25 years at Westinghouse. He was also an avid Steelers fan. Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL) 445 Beatty Road, Monroeville (412-856-4747), where a funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday. Interment will follow at Restland Memorial with full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org/donate or by calling 1-800-478-5833. www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
RICHARD W. "RICH" GRUCA AGE 76...
RICHARD W. "RICH" GRUCA Age 76, of Cranberry Twp., passed away on Friday, November 22, 2019. Born March 22, 1943, son of the late Walter and Anne Gruca. Beloved husband of Connie Gruca; loving father of Rick (Cindy) Gruca, Ron (Cindy) Gruca, and Tracy Barron; dear grandfather of Zach, Jacob, Ashley, Lauren, Justin, Emily and Will; great-grandfather of Jonathan; step-father of Lori (John), Robert (Ellie) and Ryan (Sherry); step-grandfather of Hannah, Harlee, Ryan, and Roman; brother of Bill (Carol) Gruca, Bob (Pat) Gruca, Dolly Chavez, and Maryann (Johnny) Misencik. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Margaret Peg Gruca. Rich will be lovingly remembered for his strong faith, work ethic, and sense of humor. He was the life of every party, and would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. He enjoyed cooking, especially his homemade soups, gardening, fishing, and tackling many DIY projects. Rich selflessly served his country in the United States Navy, and for that will be buried with full military honors. Family and friends are welcome Tuesday from 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Road, Cranberry Twp. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Ferdinand Parish. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, Rochester, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Rich's name to a charity of the donor's choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
KIMBERLY ANN (BONNAR) BEHR AGE...
KIMBERLY ANN (BONNAR) BEHR Age 39, of Bethel Park, formerly of Oakdale, PA passed away on November 21, 2019, after a courageous four-year battle with cancer. Kimberly was born on June 26, in Mckees Rocks, PA and grew up in Oakdale, PA. She graduated from West Allegheny High School in 1998 and earned a bachelor's degree at Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2012. While at IUP, she met the love of her life Phillip. They were married on August 11, 2006 and welcome their son Connor in 2008 and their daughter Ellie in 2014. Since her cancer diagnosis, she fought to bear the unbearable with dignity, grace and a delightful sense of humor and amaze her doctors, family and friends with her unfaltering resilience. Her legacy is one of love, kindness, optimism and unyielding faith in God and the power of prayer. Kimberly will be missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, Phillip Arthur Behr,IV; two children Connor and Ellie; her parents, Ralph and Carol Bonnar; brothers, Jason R (Amy) Bonnar and Brian P. (Heather) Bonnar; her in-laws, Phillip A (Kathy) Behr, III; sister-in-law, Margaret Behr and Elizabeth (Derek) Caudill and nine nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Monday, November 25 from 2-4 and 6-8 and Tuesday, November 26 from 2-4 and 6-8 at JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, 15236. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 27 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Germaine Roman Catholic Church, 7003 Baptist Rd., Bethel Park, PA 15102. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/7w5rz9 Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
DAVID L. BREM AGE 88, OF PETER...
DAVID L. BREM Age 88, of Peter's Township, peacefully passed away on Friday, November 22, 2019, with his daughter by his side. Beloved husband of Kay F. Brem; loving father of Kay Lynn Brem and Laura VanVoorhis Brem; caring brother of Ralph Brem, the late Genevieve Sundo and Richard Brem; treasured son of the late Francis Brem and Kathryn Joyce. David was a graduate of Langley High School and received his Bachelor's degree in Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. David served in the U.S. Air Force stationed in Greenland during the Korean War. David was a Mechanical engineer and retired from Westinghouse after many years. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends and Family are welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211 on Tuesday, 10-12 p.m., where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, 12 p.m. Interment to follow in Chartiers Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation, 575 Lincoln Ave., Bellevue, PA 15202. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧