HALLIGAN CAREY EDWARD On December 18, 2015, age 72, of The Villages, FL, formerly of Whitaker. Beloved husband of the late June; loving father of Brooke Elizabeth Jennings, Brandi Ellen Sanborn, Blaire Erin Halligan, Britany Eden Halligan and Bethany Elise Halligan. grandfather of Andrew James Sanborn, June Presley Jennings, Colin David Sanborn and Pearl Audrey Jennings. brother of Vera Dawn Weitzel and Kathy Vunak; son of the late Kerie "Chief" Halligan and Lillian Henrikson Halligan. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Carey enjoyed entertaining loved ones, dancing, golf, traveling, working in the yard and listening to music. Friends are welcome on Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall, 412-461-6394 where a Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday. Please share your memories and condolences at: georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUSCH LUCILLE E. (CARTISSER) L...
BUSCH LUCILLE E. (CARTISSER) Lucille E. (Cartisser) Busch was born on November 9, 1924, and went home to be with the Lord on December 20, 2015, at the age of 91. She joined her beloved husband of 58 years, Harold J. Busch, who passed in 2004. She was also preceded in death by her three sisters, Eva, Claire and Dolly. Her hometown was Pittsburgh, PA, though she recently made her home in North Ridgeville, OH with granddaughter, Tiffany B. (Edward) Craft. Lucille (Lou, her preferred name) is survived by three children, Bob Busch, Maureen (Art) Boeltz and Lee Ann (Brian) Merdich; along with grandchildren, Wendi (Fred) Cagni, Bobby (Melissa) Busch, Tiffany (Edward) Craft, Brittany Boeltz, Brianna (Brian) D'Odorico, Chelsea Merdich, and Michael Merdich. She is also survived by four great- grandchildren, Jayden, Haley, Landon and Mason and two adopted grandchildren, Tanya (Gary) Walsh and Jimmy Cummings; as well as many other nieces, nephews, friends and family that she loved dearly. Lucille, a homemaker and shoe saleswoman, loved to make homemade chocolate candy for everyone she knew and gave it away on the holidays to friends, family and strangers. Everyone Lucille knew and came into contact with said what a special lady she was, her sassy personality and huge heart made her simply unforgettable. Friends received Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5636 Brownsville Road, (at 6th St.), South Park Twp. (412) 655-4600. Funeral Prayer Wednesday 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Nativity Church 10 a.m. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Park. Condolences may be offered for the family at: www.GriffithFH.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FISH DAN F. AGE 73, OF WEST VI...
FISH DAN F. Age 73, of West View, on December 19, 2015. Beloved husband for 21 years of M. Kimberly Steele; son of Betty D. (Daley) Fish and the late Marion M. Fish; father of Jeremy (Jayde) Fish, Amanda (Frank) Nissen, Julie L. (Matthew) Steele-Palley, Jason R. Steele, Richard M. Steele, and Michael L. (Amanda) Steele; son-in-law of Florence A. (Rausch) Watkins; brother- in-law of John C. (Karen) Watkins and the late Alexis McCay Joyner. Also survived by three grandchildren, Nicholas J. Palley, Luke J. Palley and Leah E. Steele. A world traveler visiting 23 countries and all 50 states, Dan enjoyed gardening, grilling and cooking and was an avid sailor, especially to Ontario, Canada. A U.S. Navy veteran, he served with the AEW Barron PAC surveillance flight crew. Dan was a graduate of SUNY Albany and was an executive and vice president for numerous corporations, including General Signal, Leeds & Northrup, Mayfield Foundry, and MDTelecom. Private interment will be held at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Ave., Suite E201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675, or Wreaths Across America, www.wreathsacross america.org. Arrangements entrusted to SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 388 Center Ave., West View. Please offer condolences at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CUSHEY ELIZABETH BETTY AGE 9...
CUSHEY ELIZABETH BETTY Age 94, of Finleyville, died Saturday, December 19, 2015. She was born July 24, 1921, in Jefferson Borough, Allegheny County, a daughter of William and Mabel Ferree Bonner. Mrs. Cushey was a homemaker and a member of Wright's United Methodist Church in Venetia. Surviving are two sons, Allen Cushey (Anna Mae) of Venetia and Gary Cushey (Pam) of McDonald; a daughter, Marleen Dudjak of Bethel Park; five grandchildren; four great- grandchildren; two sisters- in-law; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Deceased is her husband, John Red Cushey, Jr., who died in October of 2007; three brothers; a sister; and a son-in-law. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at KEGEL FUNERAL HOME, INC., Tim P. Kegel, supervisor, David P. Kegel, director, 3560 Washington Avenue, Finleyville, where services will be held at 12 noon Wednesday December 23, 2015. Interment will follow in Finleyville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department, 3562 Washington Avenue, Finleyville, PA 15332. Condolences to: kegelfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUTLER JAMES J., JR. OF BETHEL...
BUTLER JAMES J., Jr. Of Bethel Park, on Sunday, December 20, 2015, age 86, beloved husband for 63 years of Constance L. (Connie); loving father of Barbara Crozier (John), Carol Stewart and Thomas J. Butler (Pam); son of the late Marie Snyder and James J. Butler, Sr.; brother of John F. of North Carolina; also eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Jim served as First Lt. in the U.S. Army after college. He was a member of St. Valentines Church since 1956 where he belonged to the St. Valentine Men's Club and served as a lector for many years. Jim was a member of the St. Valentine Golf League, South Hills Elks Lodge #2213, Jugo-Slav club, American Institute of Chemical Engineers and Association for Iron & Steel Technology. Visitation Tuesday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road (RT 88), Library. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday at noon in St. Valentine Church. Interment Private. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. davidhenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MELLICK ROSEMARY (PELC) OF UPP...
MELLICK ROSEMARY (PELC) Of Upper St. Clair and Jupiter, Florida was embraced by God on December 20, 2015. She was the cherished wife for 53 years of Richard Mellick; beloved mother of Tammy (Steven) Engel and Rick (Cathy) Mellick; totally adored grandmother of Michele, Ricky, and Christine Mellick and Jake and Nikki Engel; sister of Margaret (Jake) Yeckel; and she was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Rose Pelc. Rosemary grew up on the South Side Slopes and attended St. Michael's School for 12 years, where she played the trumpet, played basketball, and always received straight A's. Rosemary was a great dancer and had such a lovely singing voice that on Christmas Eve, St. Michael's would broadcast her performance of O Holy Night via outdoor speakers for the community to enjoy. When she applied for college, Rosemary scored a perfect score on the CLEP test and qualified to start her college career as a junior at the University of Pittsburgh school of General Studies. She graduated Summa Cum Laude in 1980 with a 4.0+ and was Class Marshal at graduation. Rosemary was also a member of Mensa. From her modest beginnings, Rosemary went on to work for Rochester Germicide, Ryan Homes, and ultimately retired as a Vice President at Mellon Bank/Chase Manhattan Bank. A very active member of her community, Rosemary served on several boards. She was the co-president of the Trotwood Hills Homeowners' Association, the founding president of the Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO) at Upper St. Clair High School, and the co-founder of Upper St. Clair's Community Day. Rosemary was a voracious reader and enjoyed following various TV series with friends and family. She loved the time she spent at her second home at Oceancrest in Jupiter, Florida with her beloved husband, Dick and her scores of dear friends playing cards and Rummikub. She had a smile that could light up an entire city block, and her Florida Friends lovingly referred to her as the Girl from Ipanema. If there was an adventure to be had, she was in, traveling to places like Hawaii, the Virgin Islands, Mexico, and Moscow, Russia. She especially enjoyed her trips to Disney World and Universal Studios with her grandchildren, sharing in their joy and happiness. Not a day went by that she did not either speak with or see her children and grandchildren, and she loved nothing more than the days she spent with them at Grandma's House. Even during her illness, Rosemary was the most loving grandparent the world could imagine, never missing a sporting event, birthday party, dance recital, or holiday of any of her grandchildren. A spiritual woman and a devout Catholic since her childhood, she never missed a day of Church either. Rosemary attended St. John Capistran in Upper St. Clair, and is an Angel looking down on all of us. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends and Family are welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray 724-941-3211 on Tuesday 2-8 p.m. and Wednesday 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday 1 p.m. in St. John Capistran Church. Interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EVANS JOSEPHINE W. OF MT. LEBA...
EVANS JOSEPHINE W. Of Mt. Lebanon, passed away, on Saturday, December 19, 2015, with family by her side. Beloved aunt of Vincent R. Evans, Marguerite McClure, Sherri Wishon, Robert Wishon, Annice Wishon, Catherine Hobson, Carolyn Bush, David Evans, and John Jerome Evans. Josephine was born on December 27, 1923. She was a long time executive secretary with Westinghouse Electric. She was an active member of women's groups of St. Bernard Parish, a volunteer at St. Clair Hospital, and a master gardener. She will be missed and forever loved by her family and friends. Arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends will be received at 2630 W. Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216, 412-531-4000 on Tuesday, December 22, 2015, from 6-8:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 8:30-9:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Bernard Parish on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Please add and view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZSCHOKKE JENNIFER (KENNEY) "TH...
ZSCHOKKE JENNIFER (KENNEY) "THE LAVENDER WARRIOR" Age 50, of Southborough, MA, passed away peacefully December 18, 2015, at her home surrounded by loving family after a 12 plus year battle with breast cancer. She was the beloved wife of Peter Zschokke; and mother of Kyle and Ben. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Jennifer received a B.A. from Westminster College and MBA from Boston College. In her professional career, Jennifer achieved many successes, eventually becoming Group Director Audit for National Grid PLC based in London, UK. Jennifer's professional capability, compassion for others and calm demeanor made her an influential role model to many others at National Grid. These traits also brought many close friendships over the years. Only cancer could take away her passion to paint and sketch since she was a talented artist as well. Jennifer is survived by her parents, Charles and Jeanne Kenney; her brother, Mark Kenney, his wife, Diane and their daughters, Katie and Meredith; her sister, Christi Boyle, her husband, David and their daughters, Ashley, Hayley, Ava and Ella and the family dog, Apollo. A Celebration of Jennifer's Life will be held on Tuesday, December 22, 2015, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the JOHN P. ROWE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 57 Main Street, Marlborough, MA. Memorial Services will be held on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, at 11 a.m. at the Pilgrim Congregational Church, 15 Common Street, Southborough, MA. People are encouraged to wear purple. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, friends are asked to make donations to Art beCause Breast Cancer Foundation (www.artbecause.org), P. O. Box 3025, Framingham, MA 01701 or Mass General Cancer Center, 125 Nashua St. Suite 540, Boston, MA 02114. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRANCESCHELLI DOMENICA "MENI" ...
FRANCESCHELLI DOMENICA "MENI" (MORE) Age 89, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, December 19, 2015. She was born in East Liberty on October 16, 1926. At age 3, after the death of her father, Angelo, she returned to Roio del Sangro in Abruzzi, Italy with her mother, Giuditta and her brother, Patsy More. As a teenager, she met and married the love of her life, Filippo. In 1952, they immigrated to the United States and settled in Pittsburgh where they raised two children, Patsy and Philip. Meni worked in the home and was a caring and loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many. She was preceded in death by her husband, Filippo; and her brother, Patsy and is survived by her sons, Patsy (Cindy) and Philip (Marianne); and her loving grandchildren, Dante, Philip, Seve, Ryan and Shanna. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Tuesday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Maria Goretti Parish on Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Post Gazette Charity Good Fellows Fund, P.O. Box 590, Pittsburgh, PA 15230. zalewskifuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MIEHL JOHN W. ON SATURDAY, DE...
MIEHL JOHN W. On Saturday, December 19, 2015, John W. Miehl, age 96, of Bethel Park. Beloved husband of the late Clara E. (Turner) and Veronica Weber; father of John R. (Kathryn) Miehl; grandfather of Heather Glowacki and John J. Miehl; step-grandfather of John Englert and James Englert; brother of the late Anna Marie Slape, Philip, Jerome and Regis Miehl; also survived by seven great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. John was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother. He loved the church and was an altar server from his childhood well into his eighties. In his later years, he loved to travel and go ballroom dancing. He was the manager of Village and Princess Lanes in Caste Village for many years and was an active member of St. Francis of Assisi Church, Finleyville. The family would like to thank the staff and volunteers of Prime Time Adult Care, Mt. Vernon of South Park and Manor Care of Bethel Park for helping to maintain John's quality of life and for providing him with the best care. Friends received Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5636 Brownsville Road, (at 6th St.), South Park Twp. (412) 655-4600. Funeral Prayer Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Finleyville at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693 or Alzheimer's Association Greater PA Chapter, 1100 Liberty Ave., Ste. E-201, Pgh., PA 15222. Condolences may be offered for the family at: www.GriffithFH.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRABOWSKY DONNA PATRICIA (PLAN...
GRABOWSKY DONNA PATRICIA (PLANTZ) Age 65, peacefully on December 19, 2015, after a long, courageous battle with Multiple Myeloma, of Whitehall, formerly of South Side. Beloved wife of 44 years to Ralph E. Grabowsky; loving mother of Eric Grabowsky; devoted daughter of the late John and Frances Plantz; cherished sister of Jerry Plantz, Barbara (the late Joe) Bernatowicz and Janet (Mike) Tulenko; sister-in-law of Barbara (the late George) Skriba; aunt of Tamara (Tom) Skriba Guio, Mark Bernatowicz, Lynn (Casey) Hayes, Michael Tulenko and Michelle (Bob) Domain and their families; also survived by numerous cousins and many loving friends. Donna was a positive influence to all who crossed her path. A special thanks to everyone at both UPMC Shadyside Hospital and Hillman Cancer Center for their compassionate care. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227, on Tuesday from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin School Fund, 5200 Greenridge Dr., Pgh., PA 15236. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLLEDGE LYNN M. AGE 51, OF MO...
COLLEDGE LYNN M. Age 51, of Moon Township, passed away, December 19, 2015. Born in Sewickley on September 25, 1964, to Charlotte Bosetti Colledge and Raymond A. Colledge (Sharon). Lynn was a floral designer by trade. More importantly, Lynn was an extremely gifted artisan who painted in many mediums creating with her hands, mind and love so many beautiful keepsakes. Besides her parents, she is survived by her children, Jordan Baugher of Carnegie, Chelsea (Kevin) Kendrew of Chippewa and Chandler Rossi of Moon Township; sister to Raymond Colledge of London, England, Stephanie Eisenhart of Moon Township, Matthew (Leigh Ann) Colledge and Kim Colledge of Columbiana, Ohio; aunt to Brody Eisenhart and Matthew J. Colledge. Friends will be received on Monday 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at COPELAND FUNERAL HOME MOON TOWNSHIP, 981 Brodhead Road. Prayers will be recited Wednesday at 9 a.m. followed by a 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church with interment in Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the Melanoma Research Foundation. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PENTAREK MATTHEW G. III AGE 62...
PENTAREK MATTHEW G. III Age 62, formerly of Blawnox, on Thurs., Dec. 18, 2015. Beloved son of the late Matthew G., Jr. and Cecelia; brother of Mark and the late Michael; uncle of Crystal and Michael. Visitation at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., 930 Center Ave., Blawnox MONDAY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Service and interment private. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EWING SALLY HOFRICHTER 08/18/6...
EWING
SALLY HOFRICHTER
08/18/65 ~ 12/21/09
ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS
Sadly missed by Mom, Dad, Nancy, Amy and most of all,
Tyler and Natalie
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STANG FREDDA LEVY ON SUNDAY, D...
STANG FREDDA LEVY On Sunday, December 20, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Ethan M. Stang; beloved mother of William L. (Margie) Stang, Robert D. (Elizabeth Klee) Stang and Lisa A. (Morton) Goldman; sister of the late Theodore Levy; grandmother of Alison, Emily and Daniel Stang, Michael, Molly and Samuel Goldman and Eliana Stang; also survived by nieces and nephews. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Tuesday at 1 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (12 Noon - 1 p.m.). Interment PRIVATE. Contributions may be made to Temple Sinai Music Fund, 5505 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JAMES SOPHIE (XIDIS) ON FRIDAY...
JAMES SOPHIE (XIDIS) On Friday, December 18, 2015, our dear, sweet mom passed away peacefully to join our dad again. Sophie, age 88, of Mt. Lebanon, was the beloved and devoted wife for 58 years of the late Robert W. James; loving, caring and best mom ever to Susan T. and David C. James; sister of the late Katherine Kalivas, Athena Xidis, Helen Xidis and Louis Xidis; sister-in-law of Kay Yeager and Nina Xidis; also survived by her nieces and nephews. Sophie was the perfect homemaker, taking excellent care of her family throughout the years. She lived every day of her life with a warm smile and a pleasant demeanor. The family wishes to thank Dr. Terence Philbin, Family Hospice and the wonderful caregivers who treated Sophie with loving kindness the past two years. At her request, all services and interment in Allegheny Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sophie's memory may be made to St. Nicholas Cathedral, 419 South Dithridge Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCSWEENEY FAY A. ONE YEAR AGO ...
McSWEENEY
FAY A.
One year ago our hearts were numb by the suddenness of losing you.
Today our hearts are broken and ache from missing you.
Realizing you're in a better place, tomorrow our hearts will be healed.
Love you Mom,
Miss you so much,
Danny and Family
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SCHUBERT JANE E. AGE 72, FORM...
SCHUBERT JANE E. Age 72, formerly of North Braddock, on Wednesday, December 16, 2015, Jane E. Schubert entered life eternal. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Ursin Schubert. She is survived by her brother, Charles (Joan) Schubert of McMurray, David (Sherri) of Evans City; and sisters, Eleanor R. Schubert of California, and Lynne Schubert of Wexford. She was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Schubert. Calling hours with the family will be on Tuesday, December 22, 2015, from 6-8 p.m. in the SCHLEIFER FUNERAL CHAPEL, (412-271-1361), 534 Jones Avenue, North Braddock. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. in Good Shepherd Church, Braddock. Burial will follow in the family plot in All Saints Cemetery. Miss Schubert was a proud member of Good Shepherd Church, its Ladies of Charity and she volunteered at the grade school. She was also a Third Order Franciscan. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PITASSI PAUL DECEMBER 21, 1955...
PITASSI
PAUL
December 21, 1955
In loving memory of my wonderful Father. Always loved and missed. Love, Mil, Tom, and family.
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DICK THOMAS E. THOMAS E. DICK ...
DICK THOMAS E. Thomas E. Dick passed away the evening of November 29, 2015, days after celebrating his 79th birthday. Mr. Dick was born in Coshocton, OH to Emery and Margaret Dick but lived in Pittsburgh from the age of three. His wife, Lucy; son, Thomas, Jr.; his parents; and a brother, Perry, are all deceased. He is survived by his cousins, James and Vicki Johnson and Jody Bucklew. Mr. Dick served his country in the Army after high school and was an employee of the Pittsburgh Press for many years as a truck driver delivering papers all over Pittsburgh during the night, a job he loved. He was a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge and the Local Teamsters Union #211. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, December 22, 2015, 2 p.m. in the Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Verona. Arrangements made by FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11311 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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