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RAYMOND C. SOFFA Age 58, of Stowe Twp., passed on Tuesday, January 14, 2020. Beloved son of Joyce M. Soffa and the late Raymond P. Soffa; dear brother of Marianne and the late Joyce Rae Soffa; nephew of James Rogers (Judy); cousin of Barbara Byers, Robert P. Rogers and William T. Rogers. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. WEDNESDAY at the McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Twp. Mass of Christian Burial 12 NOON THURSDAY in St. Malachy Church. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery. mcdermottfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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KATHLEEN M. (FISCHER) MELUCCI Age 80, of Sewickley, peacefully on Monday January 13, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Mario Melucci, Esq.; devoted mother of Kathleen C. Melucci, Christina M. Melucci and Michele M. Sundstrom (Thomas); loving grandmother of Margaret Caballero, Elinor “Nora” Caballero, William Caballero and Ella Sundstrom; dear sister of Francis Fischer (Yoni), Richard Fischer (Virginia) and Evelyn Pollock (Robert); sister in law of Joanne Melucci (the late Nicholas), Richard Flati (the late Mary Ann) and the late Josephine Liguori (the late Alfonso). Also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews. Kathy graduated high school from Our Lady of Mercy Academy and earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Dunbarton College of the Holy Cross in Washington, D.C. She was an elementary school teacher for Pittsburgh Public Schools and then managed her husband's law practice. The family will receive friends at LAUGHLIN CREMATION AND FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, on Thursday, January 16, 2020, from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Funeral Mass in St. James Catholic Church, 200 Walnut Street, Sewickley, PA 15143 on Friday morning at 10:00 (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH). Interment will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to The Passionist Nuns, 2715 Churchview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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DOROTHY (PRICE) RADOVICH On January 12, 2020, peacefully at home, age 93, of West Homestead. Dorothy was born in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late John and Rose (Grady) Price. Beloved wife of 71 years of the late John Radovich. Loving mother of John “Ace” Radovich, Janice (Mick) Moore and the late Betty Jane Radovich. Cherished grandmother of Michael (Elissa) Moore and Valerie Moore. Preceeded in death by her siblings Katherine (Elmer) Eversman, Agnes Price, John (Anna Mae) Price, William (Betty) Price and Frances (Carl) Silhanek. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Dorothy and John were former owners of Homestead General Tire. Family and friends received on Wednesday 6-9 p.m. and Thursday from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall 15120. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Church, Munhall with Fr. Terry O'Connor officiating. Please share your memories and condolences at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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PAUL BRECHT Paul Brecht - son of a mill worker, World War II Seaman, devoted Catholic parishioner and human rights advocate, protector of animals, lover of the arts and North Point Breeze neighborhood - died peacefully on January 12, 2020, twelve days after his 94th birthday. Paul was born in the hard scrabble mill town of Arnold, PA. He would recount colorful stories of witnessing his father and co-workers gathered around the kitchen table in the 1930s discussing union organizing strategies in steel mills. Only eighteen and eager to fight the fascists, Paul enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served as a signal man on the USS New Mexico in the dangerous seas of the South Pacific. After the war, Paul attended Penn State on the GI Bill and began his career in retail as an employee in a gift shop owned by Ethyl Meserve, who became a lifelong mentor and dear friend. He went on buying trips to New York then and later when he worked in the men's clothing departments at Cox's of McKeesport and Kaufmanns. Always a lover of music, he hitchhiked from Penn State to NYC, to hear the famed French chanteuse Edith Piaf and waited by the stage door to express his deep admiration for her. Later in life, Paul was an ardent supporter of Pittsburgh theater and the symphony. Paul met interior designer Bruce Adlard in 1975 and together they purchased an 1897 “farm house” in North Point Breeze where they made their home for 45 years. Together they established Interior Accents, a sophisticated antique and interior design store in East Liberty. This business led Paul to become a promoter of East Liberty resilience and he served as Executive Director of the East Liberty Chamber of Commerce. Paul and Bruce traveled through Europe and across the US to search out antique treasures for their store. Longtime friend John Ferraro, who moved next to Paul and Bruce when he was in his twenties, describes Paul as “a joy to be around.” “I don't know how many times after work I'd just pop into their serene backyard and join them under the beautiful chestnut tree, relax in an Adirondack chair, sip Scotch and unwind. Paul's amazing positive attitude, his dignity and his ability to spin all that life sent his way helped me gain the self-confidence I lacked and dearly needed as a young man.” John remembers Paul telling him about the time a Japanese Kamikaze plane hit his battle ship killing his closest friend in front of his eyes. “I always admired how he stayed true to his Naval pride and shipmates. He helped organize reunions for these sailors well into his eighties.” “What always shown brightest in Paul for me was his deep loyalties and big heart, especially for animals,” remembers neighbor and close friend Ginny Hildebrand. “I think cats Pudge and Merlin actually ruled Paul and Bruce's household. And these guys donated generously to rescue groups for domestic and ‘exotic' animals. These were the best neighbors ever to my partner Jan Neffke and me. And it was Paul who came up with the brilliant idea for Jan and me to establish our dog grooming shop “Poochini's” across the street. What a gift!” Paul will be remembered as deeply loyal to his family and his working class roots, to his Catholic faith and St. Bede Church, to his moral compass, to his shipmates and to so very many friends. “It's impossible to sum up a man's life,” said Ginny. “But I will always toast his kind, loving and loyal nature. A bright light has gone out on our street, but his warmth endures.” Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) on Friday January 24, 2020, from 4-7 p.m. Funeral Saturday January 25, 2020, Mass of Christian Burial, St. Mary Magdalene Parish, St. Bede Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Paul's memory to the Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh, the Animal Rescue of New Kensington or St. Mary Magdalene Parish. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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LLOYD R. HILDBOLD Age 62, of Kennedy Twp., formerly of Sheraden, passed on Tuesday, January 14, 2020. Beloved husband of Patricia; father of Jessica, Erica and Kara; brother of Patricia McElroy (Lawrence), Roberta Delong (Patrick), Judith Hutchins, Nancy Lupoi (Dominic) and Colleen Murphy (Joseph); also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. THURSDAY at the McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Twp., where funeral services will be held 10 a.m. FRIDAY. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery. mcdermottfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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RYTA SCIULLO Ryta Sciullo had both style and substance. Having grown up during the Great Depression, she made a home for her husband of 66 years, his parents, her sisters, nieces, nephews, not to mention her own four sometimes-maddening children. She made it look easy, or at least, normal. In later years, she and the late Samuel R. Sciullo traveled the world, leaving behind scrapbooks and photos the likes of which featured Mrs. Sciullo posing in front of the Tivoli Fountains in Rome, her hair in a scarf and sporting Audrey Hepburn sunglasses. She even looked great in a wool cape, sweeping to her seat at Pitt football games in that 1970s heyday. But beneath the fashion flair was a woman determined to leave her mark on the world. Trained as a dietitian, she was as comfortable throwing dinner parties for dozens as she was creating a Christmas Eve feast for more than 50 years. Ryta Cecelia Pluciennik grew up in the Polish section of East Vandergrift, known as "Morning Sun." The baby of the family, she earned a scholarship to Seton Hill College, and then a post-graduate certificate from the University of Michigan. Mrs. Sciullo, 95, died January 14 after a long illness. She had style to spare: A favorite family memory was looking at her high school report card. It had all A's, and one F, in gym class. “I just didn't want to get my hair wet,” she said casually. As a freshman at Vandergrift High, she caught the eye of a senior who, as family lore has it, spotted her at an assembly and told a friend "I'm going to marry that girl." He did, in 1947, after returning from his service in World War II. They settled in Castle Shannon, where he practiced law and she ran a bustling household with children, her sister, nieces and nephews also livening the scene. Always with a book in the evenings, she imparted a love of reading to her kids; two became writers. Mrs. Sciullo was preceded in death by her husband, parents Apolonia Falenski Pluciennik and Leopold Pluciennik, brothers Clement and Edward Pluciennik and sisters Eugenia Pluciennik, Helene Richey and Melania Keck. She is survived by daughters Gina Siudyla (the late Kenneth) of Castle Shannon, Lisa Sciullo Goodyear (Daniel) of Mt. Lebanon, Maria Sciullo Kaufman (Stephen) and son Samuel Sciullo, Jr., both of Castle Shannon. Also adored by grandchildren Andrew Goodyear (Michelle, and great-granddaughter Addyson), Ryta Goodyear, Kyle Goodyear, Beatrice Goodyear, Alexandra Kaufman and Ellen Kaufman, as well as many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be private, followed by private interment at Queen of Heaven, McMurray. There will be a memorial service and celebration of life in the coming months. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the American Civil Liberties Union -- the rights of all Americans, particularly immigrants, were important to Mr. and Mrs. Sciullo. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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ALBERT L. SMITH Age 72, of Franklin Park, suddenly passed on Monday, January 13, 2020. Beloved husband of Jean Smith; loving father of Douglas (Jennifer) Smith, Taylor and Kialey Smith; proud grandfather of Bailey, Brenna, Hunter, Payton, and Makenna Smith; dear brother of Richard (Joyce) Smith, James (Alice) Smith, and the late David (surviving Pam) Smith and Judy (surviving Albert). Albert proudly served his country in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. Friends will be received Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated in St. Bonaventure Church, Glenshaw on Friday at 11 a.m. (Everyone Please Meet at the Church) In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to North Hills Community Outreach, 1975 Ferguson Road, Allison Park, PA 15101 or www.nhco.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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ARTHUR MOSES, JR. On Tuesday, January 7, 2020, Arthur Moses, Jr., 73, of North Braddock, PA. Husband of Janet (Pierce) Moses; father of Robin, Breon, Sr., Kenny, Nagina, LaWanda, Arthur III and LaRhonda. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other family members and friends. Visitation Thursday 4 to 8 p.m. on January 16, 2020, at Living Water Ministry, 736 Washington Ave., Braddock, PA, where the funeral service will be held Friday 11:00 a.m. on January 17, 2020. 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

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RONALD A. "MAC" McINTYRE Age 40, of Canonsburg, PA, died unexpectedly Sunday, January 12, 2020. He was born April 27, 1979 in Boston, MA. A son of Margaret (Peggy) Davin White of Bethel Park and the late Ronald Anthony McIntyre, Sr., and had been a resident of Canonsburg since 2006. Mr. McIntyre attended both the Bible Chapel in McMurray and the St. Louise de Marillac Catholic Church in Upper St. Clair. He was a graduate of Bethel Park High School, class of 1997, where he was a member of the football team and also was a black belt in tang soo do, a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, class of 2002, and a graduate of the Allegheny County Police Academy. Mr. McIntyre was devoted to his family and enjoyed reading, seeing movies, cruises and beach vacations. He was a former employee of the University of Pittsburgh Campus Police and a former Patrolman with the city of Washington Police Department. Mr. McIntyre was employed as a Patrolman from 2004 until he was placed on medical retirement due to line of duty injuries received while evacuating residents of a fire in the George Washington Hotel in 2006, and was immediately appointed the city of Washington Code Enforcement Officer, the position he held at his death. He was a member of the Washington Lodge of the National Fraternal Order of Police #095. On May 26, 2007 he married Heidi J. Cook who survives. In addition to his wife and mother, surviving are two children, Andrew “Drew” and Elizabeth “Lizzie” McIntyre both at home; two sisters, Meg (Steve) Oechslein of Purcellville, VA and Alisha (Luke) Wetzel of Pittsburgh; five nieces and many family members, all who will miss him dearly. Family and friends will be received from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Thursday at the Faith United Presbyterian Church, 900 E. Beau Street, Washington, PA 15301, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 17, 2020 with Rev. August Hurst officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Gardens Cemetery, McMurray, PA. The Washington Lodge #095 F.O.P. will conduct a memorial service in the church on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the W.P.P.B.F., 337 Winters Circle, Canonsburg, PA 15317. Arrangements are under the direction of the KESTERSON-RUSH FUNERAL HOME, LLC., Rogersville, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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PAUL V. CUNNINGHAM On Sunday, January 12, 2020, Paul Cunningham, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away at the age of 61. Paul was born on February 26, 1958 in Chicago, IL to Jim and Rita (Quinn) Cunningham. He received degrees from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and the University of Pittsburgh. He worked as an art teacher in the Pittsburgh public school system and later as a cardiac physiologist at Frick Hospital. On August 7, 1987, he married Debbie Ann Danvir. They raised two daughters, Stacey (Danilo Hess) and Natalie (Will Vitalis). Paul had a passion for painting, making pottery, playing the guitar, skiing, fly fishing, driving his antique Corvette, and cheering for all Pittsburgh sports teams. His paintings and pottery are still on display in the homes of his loved ones. His memory is carried on through his family and friends who continue to ski, fish, cruise, cheer, and rock out to the Rolling Stones with him in mind. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, his compassionate heart, his infectious smile, and the love he had for his family. Paul was preceded in death by his father, Jim, and his mother, Rita. He is survived by his wife, Debbie; his children, Stacey and Natalie; his granddaughter, Violet; his brothers, Jimmy, Mark, Harry, David, Steve, Pat, and John; his sisters, Anne and Mary; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Friends will be received JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Thursday, January 16 from 6-8 p.m. and Friday, 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Saturday; Mass of Christian Burial, St. Richard's Church, Gibsonia, PA at 10 a.m. At the request of the family, everyone please meet at church. Remembrances may be made in Paul's name to the Pittsburgh Alzheimer's Walk as part of Team Cunningham: http://act.alz.org/goto/teamcunningham Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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SCOTT W. PATTERSON Age 59, on Monday, January 13, 2020, of South Park. Beloved son of William and the late Marian (Slattery); father of Cory Patterson; brother of Kari (Todd) Ballenger, Bryan (Teresa) Patterson and Kristi (Herb) Schweitzer. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and his son's mother, Misty Massey Patterson. Scott was a pipefitter and belonged to Local 449 for the past 38 years. He was also past Master of Dallas Lodge 231. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Thursday, January 16, 2020, 3-8 p.m., where a Masonic service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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MICHAEL ANDREW MARGO Age 73, of Economy, passed away on Monday, Jan. 13, 2020. Born Sept. 29, 1946, son of the late Andrew and Catherine (Laurent) Margo. Beloved husband of Barbara (Fitch) Margo, whom he married on Jan. 24, 1970; dear brother of Bill (Giovanna) Margo, and Kathy (John) Alexander. Mike is also survived by many loving nieces. nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, in-laws, and friends. Mike will be lovingly remembered for his kindness, gentle nature, and sense of humor. He was a lover of computer games, especially WOW. He enjoyed playing poker, watching his cherished Pittsburgh Steelers, and most importantly spending time with his family. He was employed by Shultz Ford, and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Family and friends are welcome Thursday from 1-7 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Road, Cranberry Twp. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Ferdinand Parish. Interment will be held at The National Cemetery of The Alleghenies with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Michael's name to St. Ferdinand Parish, or The Vietnam Veterans of America. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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JOHN G. ROCCO Age 76, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 14, 2020, in the Shadyside Hospital. He was the son of the late Louis and Mafalda “Muffy” (Falvo) Rocco and the brother of the late David J. Rocco. He is survived by his wife, Nina (Russo) Rocco, grateful for her 56 years of marriage, the doting care to him and the family she gave him, his beloved children, Renee (Rocco) Amendola and her husband, Karl Amendola, and their two sons, Rocco and Nicholas, of North Huntingdon; his daughter, Denine Rocco, of Rhode Island; his son, Louis J. Rocco and his wife, Crissy (Chemsak) Rocco, of Mars and their two daughters, Kara and Adeline. John was very proud of the professions they chose and the partners they chose and families they created. He is also survived by his cousins, John J. Rocco and Connie (Rocco) Catone who were more like a brother and sister to John. John is also survived by his brother-in-law, Vincent Russo and his wife, Frances (Hendricks) Russo; brother-in-law, Matt Petrina (husband of John's late sister-in-law, Teresa “Sena” Petrina); as well as several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Prior to his retirement, John was an administrator for General Braddock/Woodland Hills School District. Friends will be received 6-8 p.m. Thursday and 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 805 Pennsylvania Avenue, Irwin. Parting prayers will be held 8:30 a.m. Saturday followed by a 9:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated in the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Entombment will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery and Mausoleum, North Versailles. For complete obituary or to send online condolences, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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PETER J. MICHLOVIC Peter J. Michlovic, of West Mifflin, on January 15, 2020, age 82. Beloved husband of 52 years to Arlene (Tima); brother of Mary Alice Berton, Barbara Niklow, Elizabeth Benedum, John Michlovic, Thomas Michlovic, Michael Michlovic, Susan Butler, and the late Cecilia Siemon, Lois Herbst, and Joseph Michlovic; also survived by nieces and nephews. Peter was retired from MSA after serving his country in the US Army. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 16, 2020, 6-8 p.m., and Friday, January 17, 2020, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, Pennsylvania 15120. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, January 18, 2020, 10 a.m., at St. Rita Church. Condolences may be left at www.swgfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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CAROLYN K. SAYBEL Age 69, of Plum, passed peacefully at home on January 15, 2020. She was born March 7, 1950, in Pittsburgh to Rose (Vachon) Kunkel and the late Dr. William Kunkel. Beloved wife of Kenneth Saybel; step-mother of Robert Saybel and Max (Nadia DiClemente) Saybel; grandmother of Gianna; brother of William Jr., James, and Jonathan Kunkel; aunt of William III (Angela), Bradley, and Courtney Kunkel; great-aunt of Conner; sister-in-law of Cindy (Mark) Saybel Carlson. Carolyn graduated from Alderson Broaddus College and then went on to obtain her Master's Degree in Education from the University of Pittsburgh. She spent 37 years as a teacher in the Pittsburgh Public Schools. She loved to travel with her husband and went on a lot of beautiful trips. Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, January 19, 2020 at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL) 445 Beatty Road, Monroeville (412-856-4747), where a service will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, January 20, 2020. Interment to follow at Homewood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to UPMC Hillman Cancer Center 5115 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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ELEANOR E. KUJAWA-PAPASIFAKIS Age 87, of Westview, formerly of Avalon, PA. passed away peacefully on Monday evening January 13, 2020. Beloved Wife of the late John Papasifakis and former spouse of the late John Kujawa; dear mother of Janet (Fiance, Greg Laird) Opperman, John (the late Sue) Kujawa, Eileen (Charles) Rodgers, Donna (Darrell Straight) Mavilla, and Sherry Kinslow. Preceded in death by her beloved, Daughter Barbara (surviving spouse, David) Welsh; grandmother of Ryan, Megan, Nicole, Terri, Stephanie, Michelle, Justin, Christopher, Kristin, Amanda and Jessica; also survived by 14 great-grandchildren; and many other family members. Family and Friends are welcome for visitation on Friday, January 17, 2020 2 to 8 pm at the MCDONALD - LINN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE, LLC. 529 California Ave., Avalon, Pa. 15202 (412) 766-7000 Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at noon on Saturday, January 18, 2020 in the Church of the Assumption, 45 North Sprague Ave., Bellevue. Interment will follow in Christ Our Redeemer Cemetery. Please view the Families online guestbook www.mcdonald-linn.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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DR. SARAH T. COYNE "SALLY" Daughter of the late Matthias and Sarah (Flaherty) Coyne; and sister of the late Mary Bridget Pelaez (late husband, Alfred); survived by her brothers, Matthias (late wife, Adele) and Patrick (late wife, Lynne). Proud aunt of nine nieces and nephews; 20 great-nieces and great-nephews. Sally is also survived by many family members and friends and her rescue dog, Maggie. Dr. Coyne began her teaching career at Ss. Simon and Jude Catholic School and Edinboro University. She was a Professor of English and Chair of the Department of Humanities at West Liberty University where she taught for 39 years. She was a graduate of Wheeling College and Duquesne University where she earned her Master's and Doctorate of English. She also completed graduate studies at University College in her beloved Ireland. Blessing to Celebrate Sally's life will be 3:00 p.m. SATURDAY at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE (412-563-2800) 1650 Greentree Rd, Scott Twp 15220. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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MIRIAM MARIE (MILLER) THOMAS Lifelong Resident of Scenery Hill, Miriam M. Thomas, left her earthly home on January 14, 2020. She passed away after a short illness at St. Margaret Hospital in Pittsburgh. She resided the last five years at Lighthouse Pointe, in Fox Chapel, PA. She was born on August 30, 1925, in Scenery Hill, PA, the only child of the late Drexel and Esther Nicholls Miller. Miriam was a 1943 graduate of Ellsworth High School. In 1944, Miriam went to Washington D.C. to do her part for the war effort, by working for the FBI‘s finger printing department. On March 8, 1945, she married Robert W. Thomas in Montgomery, Alabama. They were happily married for 58 years until his passing on September 8, 2003. Miriam was the oldest and longest living member of the Scenery Hill United Methodist Church where she served in many capacities through the years. She served as United Methodist Women's President, taught Sunday school and VBS. She was also Lay Leader, Historian, Conference Represent, and sang in the choir. She served on the North Bethlehem Township Board of Elections for many years. All of her life, Miriam was a loving and devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend. Miriam was the last living member of her generation of the Miller Family. She is survived by a daughter, Darla Wiley (Dave) of Longmont, CO; a son, Dr. Robert Thomas (Karen) of Pittsburgh; six grandchildren, William T. Antonio, Melanie Greco (Wm.), Kara Castagnoli (John), Patrick Wiley (Dawn), Anne Thomas and Emily Thomas; six great-grandchildren; and five nieces; a son-in-law, William J. Antonio of Washington. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Pamela J. Antonio on October 30, 2003. Friends will be received Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. in the JOHN B. GREENLEE FUNERAL HOME, LTD. 2830 Main St. Beallsville, PA. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, January 18, 2020, in the Scenery Hill United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. with Rev. William Mock officiating. Interment will follow in Scenery Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Scenery Hill United Methodist, 856 Spring Valley Rd., Scenery Hill, PA. 15360 or Concordia Hospice of Washington, Pa. (Donnell House), 10 Leet St., Washington, PA. 15301. Online guestbook and personal condolences may be accessed at www.GreenleeFuneralHome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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RALPH A. MOESLEIN Age 79, on Tuesday, January 14, 2020, of Baldwin. Loving husband of Patricia (Sullivan) Moeslein for 58 years. Father of Ralph T. (Adrienne), Wendy (Chad) Hermann, Michael (Lesli) Moeslein, and Amy (Mathew) Smith. Pap Pap of Kaitlyn (Mathew) Seigfried, Adam Hermann, Juliana Moeslein, Jonathan Moeslein, Ethan Hermann, Maura Smith, and Norah Smith. Brother of Donna (Joseph) Secen. Brother-in-law of Kathi Stack. Visitations Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BORON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1719 Brownsville Road. Funeral Prayers on Saturday at 9:45 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish at St. Albert the Great Church at 10:30 a.m. Ralph was an avid hunter and gardener. If desired, donations should be made to The Little Sisters of The Poor, 1028 Benton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212. www.BoronFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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JANET M. (BRACCO) STACK Age 89, of Plum Boro, on January 14, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Robert E. Stack; mother of James (Roxanne) Stack, and Michael (Rosanne) Stack; grandmother of Michelle Stack, Christina (Robert) Johnson, Lisa (Steve) Nacey, Lauren (R.J.) Tocco, the late Michael Stack; step-grandmother of Christy Dorman, and Catherine Lord; great-grandmother of Elijah Stack and Carson Tocco; step great-grandmother of Justin Benning, Bralyn, and Elizabeth Dorman; sister of James (the late Barbara) Bracco; also survived by many nieces and nephews. She worked as an RN for many years at St. Margaret's Hospital, Lawrenceville and went on to retire from Harmarville Rehabilitation. Janet was a longtime member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Oakmont. Friends received, Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills, where a Service will be held, Friday, 11:00 a.m. Interment in Plum Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Keystone Chapter Cardelllo Building, 1501 Reedsdale St # 105, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb