LAIRD T. GRANT Age 70, of Mt. Lebanon, formerly of Bethel Park, on Saturday, November 23, 2019. Beloved husband of Joan (Cort) Grant; father of Ryan Grant and Laurie (Ron) Omlor; grandfather of Ronald Omlor; brother of Carol (Bruce) Silvernail. Laird loved trains and golf and was proud of his Scottish heritage. Family and friends will be received at LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Service in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christ United Methodist Church or to Prime Time Adult Care, both at 44 Highland Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VINCENT VENTRESCA OF MONROEVIL...
VINCENT VENTRESCA Of Monroeville, on November 23, 2019, at 90 years old, Vincent Ventresca peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family. Vince was raised in Coraopolis, PA and joined the Navy after graduating from high school. As a talented musician, he was accepted into the Naval Band. Before being stationed in Hawaii he spent a year on the USS Coral Sea and traveled the world. Utilizing the GI Bill, Vince went on to graduate from Duquesne University, earning his master's degree in music. It was at Duquesne where he met his devoted, loving wife of 62 years, Mary (Cerra) Ventresca. Vince was the cornerstone of the family and the rock supporting his five children. His quick wit and joking nature was only surpassed by his loving, generous spirit. Besides music, Vince enjoyed gardening and visiting with his friends of Friday evenings. Vince was a strong figure in the Monroeville community as he was a longtime member of St. Bernadette's Church and the music/band director at Gateway School District. He positively impacted many students in the Monroeville area. Vince took an early retirement from Gateway after 30 years in the district to pursue his passion for music. As a professional musician he played for the Civic Light Opera for more than 30 years, he traveled with Broadway shows, and he played for celebrities that performed at the Holiday House and many venues in Pittsburgh's Cultural District. He was one of the few lucky people in life whose career was his passion - music. Vince was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Teresa Ventresca of Coraopolis. He leaves behind his treasured wife, Mary (Cerra) Ventresca; his brother, Eugene Ventresca; his beloved children, David Ventresca (Jolene), Natalie McElhaney (Chook), Joseph Ventresca (Paul), Joyce Ventresca and Jean Markewinski (Dennis); his grandchildren, Stephen Lyon, Scott Lyon (Bethany), Andrea Castro Cara (Francisco), JJ Mignogna (Alana), Ryan Dormer, Maura Messer, Gary Messer, Jr., Lauren (Akira) Farmer and Griffen McElhaney; his five great-grandchildren, Ava, Nico, Smith, Vienna Mignogna and Brodie Lyon; as well as many nieces and nephews who all will miss his friendly face and loving heart. Friends will be received on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the GENE H. CORL, INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at St. Bernadette Church, Monroeville. Interment following in New St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donation to the Military Family Relief Assistance Program (MFRAP), Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Bldg. 0-47, Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville, PA 17003-5002, Phone: (717) 861-6500; or to the Gallagher Foundation, 1370 Washington Pike, Suite 401B, Bridgeville, PA 15017, who took care of him in his final days. Please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LAIRD T. GRANT AGE 70, OF MT. ...
LAIRD T. GRANT Age 70, of Mt. Lebanon, formerly of Bethel Park, on Saturday, November 23, 2019. Beloved husband of Joan (Cort) Grant; father of Ryan Grant and Laurie (Ron) Omlor; grandfather of Ronald Omlor; brother of Carol (Bruce) Silvernail. Laird loved trains and golf and was proud of his Scottish heritage. Family and friends will be received at LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Service in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christ United Methodist Church or to Prime Time Adult Care, both at 44 Highland Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ELIZABETH ANN "BETTY" SULLIVAN...
ELIZABETH ANN "BETTY" SULLIVAN Age 79, of Allison Park, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2019. Betty grew up on Polish Hill in Pittsburgh. Daughter of the late John F. and Veronica (Rudzki) Jones, she was raised in a Polish household and has always been very proud of her Polish heritage. Betty is the beloved wife for 59 years of James Sullivan, Sr.; loving mother of Linda (James) Perneau, Karen (John) Aguiar, and James (Gwendolynn) Sullivan, Jr.; amazing grandmother Nana of Bradley James Sullivan, Caitlin Perneau, Riley Aguiar, Trent Aguiar, Ashley Sullivan, Brynn Sullivan, and James E. "Trey" Sullivan III; sister of Lorraine (Robert) Beers and the late Regis Jones and Tom Jones. Betty was a proud member of Oakmont Country Club since 1970. She fiercely loved her family and dear friends, Bingo, bowling, slot machines, Disney World and the Christmas holiday. Friends and relatives will be received on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, November 27, 2019, 10 a.m. St. Mary's of the Assumption, 2510 Middle Rd., Glenshaw, PA 15116. The family requests that everyone please meet directly at the church for the 10 a.m. Mass. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Alzheimer's Association, 2835 E. Carson St., Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VINCENT VENTRESCA OF MONROEVIL...
VINCENT VENTRESCA Of Monroeville, on November 23, 2019, at 90 years old, Vincent Ventresca peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family.Vince was raised in Coraopolis, PA and joined the Navy after graduating from high school. As a talented musician, he was accepted into the Naval Band. Before being stationed in Hawaii he spent a year on the USS Coral Sea and traveled the world.Utilizing the GI bill, Vince went on to graduate from Duquesne University earning his master's degree in music. It was at Duquesne where he met his devoted, loving wife of 62 years, Mary (Cerra) Ventresca.Vince was the cornerstone of the family and the rock supporting his five children.His quick wit and joking nature was only surpassed by his loving, generous spirit. Besides music, Vince enjoyed gardening and visiting with his friends of Friday evenings. Vince was a strong figure in the Monroeville community as he was a longtime member of St. Bernadette's Church and the music/band director at Gateway School District. He positively impacted many students in the Monroeville area. Vince took an early retirement from Gateway after 30 years in the district to pursue his passion for music. As a professional musician he played for the Civic Light Opera for more than 30 years, he traveled with Broadway shows, and he played for celebrities that performed at the Holiday House and many venues in Pittsburgh's Cultural District. He was one of the few lucky people in life whose career was his passion music. Vince was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Teresa Ventresca of Coraopolis, and sister in-law Marilyn Ventresca. He leaves behind his treasured wife Mary (Cerra) Ventresca; his brother Eugene Ventresca; his beloved children, David Ventresca (Jolene), Natalie McElhaney (Chook), Joseph Ventresca (Paul), Joyce Ventresca and Jean Markewinski (Dennis); his grandchildren, Stephen Lyon, Scott Lyon (Bethany), Andrea Castro Cara (Francisco), JJ Mignogna (Alana), Ryan Dormer, Maura Messer, Gary Messer, Jr., Lauren (Akira) Farmer and Griffen McElhaney; his five great grandchildren, Ava, Nico, Smith, Vienna Mignogna and Brodie Lyon; as well as many nieces and nephews who all will miss his friendly face and loving heart. Friends will be received on Tuesday, November 26 th from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at St. Bernadette Church, Monroeville. Interment following in New St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donation to the Military Family Relief Assistance Program (MFRAP) Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Bldg. 0-47, Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville, PA 17003-5002. Phone: (717) 861-6500 or to the Gallagher Foundation (hospice), 1370 Washington Pike, Suite 401B, Bridgeville, PA 15017, who took care of him in his final days. Please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NANCY A. (PROTZ) GREGRIS AGE 7...
NANCY A. (PROTZ) GREGRIS Age 78, of Irwin, formerly of Duquesne, on Sun., Nov. 24, 2019, in the Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville. Born July 14, 1941, in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Ted and Helen (Petrisko) Protz. Prior to her retirement she was employed as a school teacher for the Duquesne School District. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, in Irwin. Surviving are her beloved husband of 55 years, F. James Gregris; loving mother to Amy Gregris, of Greensburg, LTC. Mark (Jessica) Gregris, of Springfield, VA; grandmother to Zachary Gregris, of Casper, WY, Megan Gaza, of Long Beach, CA, Amanda Gaza, of Greensburg and Morgan Gregris, of VA; sister to Phyllis (Larry) Tomblin, of Poplar Grove, IL, Mary Lou Manns, of West Mifflin; several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wed. at the OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 805 Pennsylvania Avenue, Irwin. A funeral service will be held 9:30 a.m. Friday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in the Irwin Union Cemetery, North Huntingdon. To send online condolences, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVID B. TRUMP AGE 74, AFTER A...
DAVID B. TRUMP Age 74, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Sunday, November 24, 2019, of Mt. Lebanon. Beloved husband of 36 years to Etta Trump; loving father of David, Jr. (Valerie) Trump, Paul (Chris) Trump, Jennifer (John) Geyer, Barbara Beebout, Deborah (Don) Pitulski and James (Debra) Beebout; proud pap of Kyla Trump, Tommy Sanders, Brittany (Jim) Ritchie, Samantha Wilson, Octavia Gregory, Dale (Stephanie) Pitulski, Ashley Pitulski, Madison Beebout and Noah Beebout. Son of Arlene and the late John Trump. Also survived by seven great-grandchildren, two expected great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by his grandson, Jonathan Wilson. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, from 2-8 p.m. where funeral services will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GAIL MERTENS GAIL MERTENS, A R...
GAIL MERTENS Gail Mertens, a resident of Oakmont, Pennsylvania, left this Earth on November 25, 2019, after a long illness. Gail loved and cared for many people in her life as reflected first in the importance of raising your children, her career and her volunteer passions. As a nurse leader, she brought a caring spirit for team members, colleagues, and patients. Perhaps best known for her gift of storytelling, laughter and cheerful sense of humor, Gail brought happiness to those around her. Gail received tremendous joy volunteering with the US military veterans involved with the Pittsburgh chapter of Project Healing Waters. Through this organization, Gail made lifelong friendships with veterans who served our country admirably. She spent time enjoying the right of fishing with those who benefited from her camaraderie, friendliness, and kindness. A caring mother, Gail is survived by her children, Robert Hopp of Montana and Annie Hopp of Pittsburgh. She has loved and cared for them through life's journeys. Jim Wargo, Gail's loving, steadfast husband brought her comfort and a sense of peace. He taught her the true meaning of for better or worse... in sickness and in health. Jim's children, Dan (Erin) and Jim have been a source of support to their dad. Grandchildren Harper (Annie), Natalie, Regan, and Grady (Dan and Erin) have been a source of joy in Gail's life. Also surviving are Gail's mother, Lucille Lutz; sister, Sandy McCullough; niece, Casey; nephew, Adam; great-niece, Juliet; aunt, Lois Aumer (Noney); uncle, Ed Steinhauser; cousins, Janette Schemm (Paul), Lynn Aumer (Tom), Robert Sievers, Peggy Hagee, and Frances Koerber. She was preceded in death by her loving father, Robert Mertens; and stepfather, George Lutz. Friends were also important to Gail, who held dear the many cherished, lifelong friendships she nurtured with those whose paths connected with hers. She has appreciated the kindness expressed during the last years of her journey. There were family, friends, and neighbors who brought food, made special gifts, sent cheerful cards, and especially prayed for God's healing and peace. Gail experienced the kindness of many healthcare workers during her illness and wished to convey her thankfulness to all those and especially to the veterans of Project Healing Waters. Gail was truly grateful for the opportunity to connect with their mission of service to the country. Gail is remembered for her spirit of joyfulness, great company with her friends and family, the ability to connect with others, and making those around her laugh and smile at the joys of life. She was a true friend to many and will not be forgotten. Friends and relatives will be received on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, November 29, 2019, 10 a.m. St. Irenaeus Catholic Church, Oakmont. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hillman Cancer Center, Shadyside. You are also encouraged to celebrate Gail's life with lunch at Hoffstots Restaurant, following the Funeral Mass on Friday. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GERALDINE M. O'DONNELL AGE 87,...
GERALDINE M. O'DONNELL Age 87, of Scott Twp., on Sunday, November 24, 2019. Loving wife of the late William C. O'Donnell. Dear mother of William C. (Kathryn) O'Donnell, Daniel T. (Donna A.) O'Donnell, Kathleen O'Donnell, Nancy J. (Abdellah) Tajjioui and Megan (Michael) Castello. Beloved grandmother of Kelli, Liz, Daniel, Dustin, Lauren, Kerrie, Zak, Tariq, Dominic, Gina and six great-grandchildren. Sister of the late Dorothy DeCecco, Michael Trafficante and Elaine McCallum. Also, many loving nieces and nephews. Friends welcome Tuesday, 2-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp., 15220 (412-563-2800). Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Grace Church Wednesday, 12:00 noon. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. www.slaterfuneral.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROSE MCCRAY ON TUESDAY, NOVEM...
ROSE McCRAY On Tuesday, November 19, 2019 of Wilkinsburg, PA. Mother of Charece Lyons and Godfrey McCray, Jr.; sister of Debra Lyons. Also survived by other family members and friends. Visitation Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. on November 26, 2019 at WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC., 808 Talbot Ave., Braddock, PA 15104 (412) 271-3880. Funeral service Wednesday, 11 a.m. on November 27, 2019 at Living Water Ministry, 736 Washington Avenue, Braddock, PA. Interment Monongahela Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOANNE S. SUJANSKY AGE 88, ON ...
JOANNE S. SUJANSKY Age 88, on Thursday, November 21, 2019, of Baldwin. Beloved wife of the late William B. Sujansky; mother of Heather Lea (Hugh) Royer; grandmother of Leighanne and Abigail; daughter of the late James and Irene Clark; cherished sister of Linda Jopinko. Also survived by nieces, nephews and many friends. Joanne was a faithful member of and sang in the choir at Zion Lutheran Church. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of her funeral prayer at 12:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. in Zion Lutheran Church. If desired, family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PAUL M. STEINER AGE 58, OF HA...
PAUL M. STEINER Age 58, of Hampton Twp., on November 24, 2019. Husband of Mary Koglin Steiner. Father of Jessica (Ronald) Ferman, April Steiner, and Christopher Steiner. Son of the late Paul J. and Theresa Steiner. Visitation Tuesday, 2-4 p.m. and 6 until the time of the Blessing Service at 7:30 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to Huntington's Disease Society of America, Western PA chapter at westernpa.hdsa.org. Please visit us at www.neelyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HELEN (KLEIN) LAZARUS AGE 94, ...
HELEN (KLEIN) LAZARUS Age 94, on Monday, November 25, 2019, devoted wife and best friend of her husband of 42 years Darrell Buddy Lazarus, who died in 2017. Loving mother of Dr. Cathy (Dr. Thomas) Tyma and Dr. Patti Soffer (Bob Cannon), and stepmother to Lynn Lazarus Shapiro. Proud grandmother of Meredith Tyma (David) Stevenson, Alexander Tyma, and Ryan Shapiro. She was the youngest daughter of the late Saul and Matilda Klein, also predeceased by her sisters, Rosella (late Albert) Bernstein and Evelyn (late Norman) Applbaum, and her brothers-in-law, Arnold (late Belle) Lazarus and Norman (late Sivia) Lazarus. She attended the University of Pittsburgh and was a successful licensed real estate agent for U.S. Realty. She had a passion for the arts, took dancing lessons from Gene Kelly, sang on Saturday morning radio shows as a child, was a mezzo soprano as a teenager appearing as Hansel in a Carnegie Music Hall Production of Hansel and Gretel, and actively performed in a singing duo at local events while raising her children. She was a woman of great beauty inside and out, who was always so kind to all of those around her. She will be greatly missed and remembered with love by her family, friends, and caregivers. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Visitation one half hour prior to services (9 - 9:30 a.m.). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. Her family suggests memorial contributions to the Yeshiva Schools of Pittsburgh or a charity of your choice, and to perform an act of kindness in Helen's name. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EDWARD J. WHITE AGE 79, OF DOR...
EDWARD J. WHITE Age 79, of Dormont, passed peacefully with his family by his side, on November 24, 2019. Loving husband of the late Linda (Berringer); beloved son of the late Regis and Margaret (McKnight); cherished father of Edward (Katrina), Matthew (Brenda) and Lisa Dawson (Terry); dear brother of the late Margaret, Eugene, Marylou and Red; adoring grandfather of Kaitlin, Ryan, Kelly, Kortney, Luke, Tia, Addison and Chloe; treasured friend of many. Celebration of his LIFE on Saturday from 2-4 p.m. at BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., 600 Dunster St., Pgh., PA 15226. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society are suggested. 412-343-1506 or Ballfc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GEORGIANN B. (BUKOVITZ) BOONE ...
GEORGIANN B. (BUKOVITZ) BOONE Of Forest Hills, age 88, unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2019. Georgiann is survived by her husband of fifty-nine years, Joseph Earl Boone; her children, Rosemary (Brian) Rosendale, Chuck (Angie) Boone, John (Courtney) Boone, and Georgine (Dane) Johnston; and her grandchildren, Martina (Arron Thompson), Maggie, Miranda, and Merrick Johnston; Robert (Meagan) and Christopher Rosendale; Nina, Will, and Mary Boone; and Elizabeth, Abby, and J.J. Boone. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Mary (Kazmierczak) Bukovitz; her brother, Joseph Bukovitz, and her children, Linda and Bobby Boone. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews and will be missed by her dear friends and her "sister", Dedee Boone. Friends are welcome on Friday from 2-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, TURTLE CREEK/MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek 412-823-9350. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Maurice Church on Saturday at 11 a.m. Georgiann will be laid to rest in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Forest Hills Library in care of C.C. Mellor Library, 1 Pennwood Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218 (ccmellorlibrary.org) or Xavarian Brothers (memo: Retired Brothers), 4409 Frederick Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21229 (XavarianBrothers.org). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PHYLLIS BATOR AGE 91, OF PORT ...
PHYLLIS BATOR Age 91, of Port Vue, died November 24, 2019, at UPMC McKeesport. Born December 20, 1927, in Duquesne, she was the daughter of Frank and Mary (Matey) Kolosvary and the wife of the late Edward S. Bator. Phyllis dedicated her life to caring for her family. In her early years, Phyllis worked at the Laundromat in Christy Park. She was a member of St. Mark Parish. Phyllis enjoyed traveling with her daughter. Her greatest two loves were family and faith. Phyllis is survived by her son, Frank (Lil) Bator of Cape Coral, FL; daughter, Lisa Bator of Port Vue; granddaughter, Jennifer of Brookline, MA; sisters, Evelyn Kolosvary of McKeesport and Dolores (Robert) Decker of Winter Park, FL; also nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, Phyllis was also preceded in death by her daughter, Barbara; brother, Frank, Jr.; sister, Dolly Kolosvary. Family and friends will be received at JAYCOX-JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. until last leave at 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, at 10 a.m., St. Mark Parish, Liberty Borough Worship Site. Committal prayers and burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery of Port Vue. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARION PRIATKO "RUSTY" CAMPBEL...
MARION PRIATKO "RUSTY" CAMPBELL Of North Huntingdon, formerly of North Braddock, age 90, has fallen asleep in the Lord on Monday, November 25, 2019. Beloved daughter of the late Katherine (Pohlut) and Andrew Priatko. Preceded in death by her husband, Hugh Keady Campbell in 1983. Cherished mother of Hugh and Diane Rhodes (Don), sister of William Priatko, Terry Bonacci and the late John and George Priatko; grandmother of Donald and Elizabeth Rhodes and aunt to numerous nieces, nephews and their children. Marion was the co-owner of Campbell's Service Center (Sunoco, now Marathon) in North Huntingdon along with her late husband, Hugh. The station opened on Clay Pike in 1963 as a two bay repair shop with Sinclair gasoline, milk and bread. Marion expertly managed the finances and supported Hugh to grow the business to 14 pumps, full and self-service with five bays. Their son, Hugh, is now the owner. A former employee of US Steel, ET Works and Household Finance in Braddock, prior to marriage. She was a Scott High majorette, the judge of election in her ward for many years, crocheted, decorated cakes and kept an immaculate home while caring for her family. She enjoyed hosting family holidays and planning high school class reunions and was known for her kindness to all. She and Hugh built their home by hand over six years. Marion was diagnosed with Type I diabetes at age 22 and has been a role model for 68 years to all her knew her for her will to fight and to persevere. May God grant her eternal life with the Saints. Friends welcome Saturday, 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. A Parastas service will be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday in the funeral home. A Funeral service will be held in St. Stephen's Byzantine Catholic Church, 90 Bethel Drive, North Huntingdon on Monday, December 2 at 10:00 a.m. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. Marion and her family wish to thank her friends and neighbors for their friendship, and all of those involved in her care through the years, especially Drs. James O'Toole, Rajamohanty, and Rajupet and all of the caregivers. Memorial donations may be made to St. Stephen's Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EDITH BENTHIN OBERKIRCHER ROSE...
EDITH BENTHIN OBERKIRCHER ROSENBERGER Age 89, of Hampton Township, on November 24, 2019. Born on September 19, 1930 in Pittsburgh, PA, daughter of the late Paul and Emily Schindewolf Benthin. Beloved wife of 25 years of Albert P. Rosenberger and predeceased by her first husband, the late Rev. Paul E. Oberkircher. Loving mother of Jim (Shelia) Oberkircher, Mark (Gail) Oberkircher and Lisa (Carl) Davis. Stepmother of Janice Derby and Wendy (Joseph) Relation. Sister of the late Helen Schleiden and Paul, Fred and Carl Benthin. Dear grandmother of Garrett, Brendan, and John Oberkircher. Great-grandmother of Paul, Lydia, Emily, Daniel, and James. Also survived by five step-grandchildren, Matthew, Todd, Catharine, Theresa and Mark and one step-great-grandson, Beau. Friends received Wednesday, 11-12 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LTD., 5864 Heckert Road, Bakerstown, where services will follow visitation at 12 p.m. Interment will follow in Allegheny County Memorial Park. Edith loved her family above everything and was a wonderful wife, mom, and grandma. She will be dearly missed. In lieu of flowers, donations to Samaritan's Purse, samaritanspurse.org, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607. Please offer condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DOREEN HASSELL WORME AGE 88, B...
DOREEN HASSELL WORME Age 88, born July 5, 1931, in Bridgetown, Barbados. Passed away on Friday, November 22, 2019. She was the beloved spouse of the late Keith Winfield Worme and devoted mother of Jennifer Worme Peterson (Chris) and grandmother of Katherine Elizabeth Peterson and Christopher James Peterson. Having immigrated to the United States at age 17 with her sister's family, Doreen became a naturalized American citizen (and lived most of her life in NY). She married Keith, who also had a Caribbean background, and they raised their daughter on Long Island among a loving extended family. They later moved to Pittsburgh with their daughter and her family, and became active members of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Mt. Lebanon. Doreen was known for her generous and pleasant attitude, affectionately called "The Queen" by her grandchildren. She was a beloved member of a large extended family, who enjoyed her support and encouragement, and who will miss her greatly. Her interests of fashion, food, gardening, and everything proper continued throughout, leading to a wide social circle and many dear friends. Family and friends welcome Friday 3-6 p.m. WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. 15220. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. in St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1066 Washington Rd., Pgh., PA 15228. Memorials may be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church Memorial Fund. www.slaterfuneral.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JAMES R. HERFORTH AGE 66, OF ...
JAMES R. HERFORTH Age 66, of Level Green passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 23, 2019 in the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Jim was born on December 26, 1952 in Pittsburgh the son of Patricia J. (Gallagher) Herforth of Monroeville and his late beloved uncle, Charles J. Gallagher who raised him. Jim was the owner of the former Belmont Auto Sales, a member of the St. Bernadette Catholic Church, Export Italian Club and the Norwin Elks. Jim is survived by his wife, Barbara Ann (Lamanna) Herforth; his three children, James R. Herforth, II of Spanish Fort, AL, Patrick R. Herforth of Level Green and Dr. Christine M. Herforth US Navy of San Diego, CA and his two brothers, Jeff Herforth of Canonsburg and Derek Herforth of Penn Twp. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the JOHN M. DOBRINICK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 702 7 th St. (St. Rt.130) Trafford (412) 372-3111. There will be no visitation Thanksgiving Day. Parting prayers will be on Friday in the funeral home at 12:45 p.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Bernadette Church, Monroeville at 1:30 p.m. Interment will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh. www.dobrinickfhinc.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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