MORROW DOLORES M. Age 86, on Friday, September 22, 2017, of the Presbyterian Senior Care Home in Oakmont, formerly of Apollo and Forest Hills. Wife of the late Donald Dinny Morrow; dear mother of Donna (Thomas) Pekarcik of Penn Hills and Heston Morrow of Vandergrift; sister of the late Patricia Phillips. Dolores was a registered nurse with Montifiore Hospital retiring in 1987. She was an avid bingo player who loved to travel. Friends received to a memorial visitation at WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001 Thursday from 11 a.m. until time of Memorial Service at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Presbyterian Senior Care Foundation. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORROW DOLORES M. AGE 86, ON F...
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PIJANOWSKI CATHERINE (GREEGUS)...
PIJANOWSKI CATHERINE (GREEGUS) Age 86, passed away peacefully at home, on Saturday, September 23, 2017. Beloved wife of 66 years of the late Zygmunt Pijaowski, Sr.; loving mother of Zygmunt (the late Katherine) Pijanowski, Jr., Maryann (Frederick) Thompson, Joseph (Amy) Pijanowski, and Robert (Brandy) Pijanowski; survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren; daughter of the late Vera Schermann; sister of Robert Toth, of Texas, Carol Lazaro, Joseph, Paul, and the late Herman Schermann; also survived by nieces, nephews and friends. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service at the Funeral Home on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TESTER LAVERNE H. AGE 75, ON F...
TESTER LAVERNE H. Age 75, on Friday, September 22, 2017, of Carrick. Loving Mother of Albert Tester, Kathy Zurawsky, and the late Barbara Rice, Raymond Tester, Jr., and Kenneth Tester, Sr.; sister of Gilbert Demos, Dennis (Jean) Hill, and Mary Besselman; also survived by nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Visitations on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BORON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1719 Brownsville Road, where Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. www.BoronFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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APPLE JUSTIN F. AGE 37, OF ROS...
APPLE JUSTIN F. Age 37, of Ross Twp., formerly of Squirrel Hill, on September 22, 2017. Son of Denise and the late James R. Apple; brother of Dr. Rosemary (Dr. Richard) Archibald and Patrick Apple; grandson of Rosemary Heskett and the late Marvin and Natalie Apple; nephew of Donna (the late David) McKeefrey, Thomas (Linda) Apple, and Dr. Richard (Dr. Allison) Apple; beloved uncle of Roísín Archibald; loving caretaker of his dog, Ginny. Visitation Wednesday 3-8 p.m. Blessing Service Thursday 12 Noon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Humane Animal Rescue, 6926 Hamilton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15208. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GUFFEY WILLIAM BUTLER, JR. AGE...
GUFFEY WILLIAM BUTLER, Jr. Age 72, of Oakland, PA passed away September 14, 2017. Born on August 7, 1945, in Bellevue, PA, he is the son of the late William, Sr. and Loretta Guffey; father of William (Jennifer) Guffey III; brother of John (Joan) Guffey; also survived by nephews, Michael and James Guffey. Bill was a lover of the arts, history, and games. He was a deacon and active member of the Third Presbyterian Church, 5701 Fifth Ave., Shadyside, where a Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 29, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements have been entrusted to CREMATION AND FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVIS RUTH E. AGE 88, OF JEFFE...
DAVIS RUTH E. Age 88, of Jefferson Hills, on Sept. 22, 2017, joined her loved ones in heaven. Wife of the late Walter Davis; mother of Deborah Witt; grandmother of Amy Miller; sister of the late Myles Sickles, Jr. and Dorothy Bloomfield; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received Wed., Sept. 27, 2017, from 11:30 a.m. until the time of her Funeral Service at 1:30 p.m. in the STEPHEN SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 1701 Route 51, Jefferson Hills, 15025. www.stephendslater.com for more info and condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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META ROBERT D. BOB AGE 71, O...
META ROBERT D. BOB Age 71, of Avalon, passed away peacefully at Vincentian Home on Thursday, September 21, 2017. Bob was the son of the late Patsy and Elena Meta. He is survived by his loving wife, Sylvia A. Meta; stepson, Steven Lewan; daughter-in-law, Jacki; and granddaughter, Amanda. He will be greatly missed by his loving cousins, Alfred Yeries of CA and Judy Loller of MD; plus many other relatives and friends. Bob was a sweet, gentle man who will be missed by all that knew him. Services will be private. Arrangements entrusted to McDONALD - LINN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC, 529 California Ave., Avalon, PA 15202. Please view and sign the family's guestbook at: www.mcdonald-linn.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VENNERI SR. MARY ANTHONY ON TH...
VENNERI Sr. MARY ANTHONY On Thursday, September 21, 2017, a member of the Felician Sisters of Moon Twp. for 62 years, at the age of 80. Sister was a native of Coraopolis, PA and was the daughter of the late Carina (Isola) and Rosario Venneri. She was preceded in death by her parents; and the following brothers and sister: Anthony, Fernando and Rose Tarquinio. Sr. Mary Anthony is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and approximately 1300 Felician Sisters worldwide. Friends will be received in the Felician Sisters Central Convent, 1500 Woodcrest Ave., Coraopolis, PA on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, from 2-4 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. with a sharing of memories at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. in the Convent Chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Felician Sisters Retirement Fund or a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements by SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, Coraopolis, 412-264-3050. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CINNA CAROL ANN (ECKMAN) AGE 8...
CINNA CAROL ANN (ECKMAN) Age 81, of Penn Hills, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Anthony J. Cinna, Jr.; mother of Mark (Lisa), Gregory (Lori Burkette) Cinna, Karen (David) Kearney, and Lisa Freeman; daughter of the late Carl Wilbur and Ann (Friedman) Eckman; sister of Richard and June Eckman and the late Barrie Denaro; also survived by nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. A member of the East Hills Garden Club (Seed and Weed) for 45 years, Rosedale Bowling Lanes The Powder Puff, art classes for 15 years, Archaeology digs, and a flight attendant for Capital Airlines. A wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, from 2-8 p.m. at the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11311 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills. Service held on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DUNN AMANDA AMANDA DUNN, OF SE...
DUNN AMANDA Amanda Dunn, of Sewickley, died of a long and courageous bout with cancer on September 21, 2017. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, John H. Dunn, Jr.; her children, Barclay Dunn (Adam Gugliciello) of Clifton, NJ, John H. Dunn III (Angela) of New Canaan, CT, and Christiana Roussel (Ranson) of Mountain Brook, AL; and four grandchildren: Julianne and John IV, Amanda and Jack Roussel. Born in Tuscaloosa on February 19, 1940, daughter of Col. Cecil and Amanda Rice, and as an Army brat she lived in several locations in the U.S., as well as in Germany and Turkey. She graduated from the Ecole International in Geneva, Switzerland, and from Stanford University, Magna Cum Laude, as well as Phi Beta Kappa. She later gained a Master of Arts in Teaching from Converse College in Spartanburg, SC. Amanda married John Dunn on June 23, 1962, at Ft. Sill, OK, and became John's lifelong treasure. She began a career in teaching and school administration, retiring in 1997, as Principal from The New Prospect Elementary School in Fulton County, GA. Moving to Sewickley Heights in 1997, Amanda taught Aerobics at the Sewickley YMCA and was an avid tennis and paddle player. She also bicycled on tours in the U.S., Central America and Europe. She was active in bridge and book clubs, but her true passions were in the Community Bible Study and her church, St. Stephen's in Sewickley. The funeral service will be held at St. Stephen's at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 30, 2017, and a reception at the church will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made either to St. Stephen's Church, 405 Frederick Avenue, Sewickley, PA 15143 or to the Center for Hope, 740 Park Road, Ambridge, PA 15003, which provides major assistance for local need based residents. Both were important in Amanda's life. Announcement by COPELAND'S OF SEWICKLEY. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ADOMITES CHARLES A. SUDDENLY O...
ADOMITES CHARLES A. Suddenly on Tuesday, September 19, 2017, age 68, of Highland Park. Beloved brother of Donna Naab; son of the late Stanley J. and Margaret Naab Adomites; nephew of William Adams (Frances); also survived by many cousins, caring friends and co-workers. Funeral and Interment were private. Chuck was responsible for night operations at the Pittsburgh office of Allstates WorldCargo. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to ARDS Foundation, www.ardsglobal.org or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be left at www.mccabebrothers.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCLEAN ROBERT ALLISON AGE 84, ...
McLEAN ROBERT ALLISON Age 84, peacefully on September 14, 2017. Beloved son of the late Henry and Mary McLean of Sanford, NC. Mr. McLean was a graduate of North Carolina A&T College and the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Social Work. He was employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for over 30 years. He is survived by daughter, Allison McLean and family and friends in Pittsburgh, PA and Sanford, NC. Interment will occur in the Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery, NC. Professional services entrusted to COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC. Costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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O'HANLON JEAN P. (PELLEGRINI) ...
O'HANLON JEAN P. (PELLEGRINI) On Sunday, September 24, 2017, Jean (Pellegrini) O'Hanlon, age 90, of Ross Township, wife of the late Charles R. O'Hanlon; beloved mother of Bonnie (Larry Hayden) Cashdollar; grandmother of Charles B. (Josie) Cashdollar; sister of the late Nancy Baker. Jean taught 30 years for Diocese of Pittsburgh at Annunciation and St. Athanasius Schools. Friends received Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Thursday, Church of the Assumption, 45 N. Sprague Avenue, Bellevue. Memorials suggested to the Alzheimer's Association of Greater Pittsburgh, 1100 Liberty Ave., Suite E 201, Pgh., PA 15222. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EVANKO KAREN L. AGE 68, OF HAR...
EVANKO KAREN L. Age 68, of Harrisburg, PA, passed peacefully on Thursday, September 21, 2017. Her funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at 4:00 p.m. at the Tree of Life Lutheran Church, 1492 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, with Pastor Richard Geib, officiating. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service. A service will also be held on Thursday, September 28, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. at the Allegheny Co. Memorial Chapel, 1600 Duncan Ave., Allison Park, PA 15101. Interment will immediately follow in the Allegheny Co. Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to the JESSE H. GEIGLE FUNERAL HOME, INC., Harrisburg. Relatives and friends are invited to share memories and condolences with the family at www.BitnerCares.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CALEGA CATHERINE E. AGE 86, ON...
CALEGA CATHERINE E. Age 86, on Friday, September 22, 2017, of Brentwood, formerly of Ross Township. Wife of the late James A. "Chip" Calega; sister of Richard (Mary Lou) Schmitt and the late Joe, Al, Gert, Robert (survived by Vickie), Paul, Marie and Ann; also survived by her loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Cathy was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and dog lover. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Thursday, September 28, 2017, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Friday at 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sylvester Church at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Animal Rescue League, 6926 Hamilton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORRIS MELBA RUTH (GALLOWAY) A...
MORRIS MELBA RUTH (GALLOWAY) Age 90, on Saturday September 16, 2017 of Washington, PA. Wife of the late James "Jimmie" Morris. Melba is survived by loving family and friends. Burial Tuesday 12 Noon at Highwood Cemetery (NorthSide). Arrangements by STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME INC. (412) 321-0495. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PIERCHALSKI ALEKSANDER E. IT I...
PIERCHALSKI ALEKSANDER E. It is with heartbreak and great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Aleksander E. Pierchalski, on Saturday, September 23, 2017. Alek was the beloved son of Rick Pierchalski of Jones Mills, PA, (formerly of Mt. Washington), and Denise Bozich of Gibsonia. He was the cherished grandson of the late Chester and Louise Pierchalski, of New Kensington, and the late Frank and Ann Bozich of Aliquippa, PA. Alek was born on June 8, 1985, and was 32 years young. A talented violinist. A brilliant mind. The joy of his parents' lives. A lover of history who understood the depths and complexities of international diplomacy. Politics was one of his passions and was honored to meet President George W. Bush at a private reception in Pittsburgh. Alek was also proud of the fact that he ranked in the top 1000 out of millions of players with the online game "Gwent". He was also a talented Texas Hold'em player and displayed that on a couple of productive trips to Las Vegas. Alek loved traveling all over the world with his father. Aleksander's early years were spent in Beaver, PA, where he played hockey and baseball. He also spent many weekends and summers at Pike Run Country Club in Jones Mills. He received his education at Mt. Gallitzin Academy, Shadyside Academy, and the University of Pittsburgh. Left to cherish his memory are his godmother and aunt, Gerra (Michael) Gembarosky, his aunts, Dr. Gemma Pierchalski (Joseph Abraham), and Joanie Bozich (the late Mark Bozich); cousins, Adam, Annie, and Alexandra Bozich, Ryan Abraham, Keri Bozich and Sara Surra. Frank (Julie) Bozich, uncle, and Marysia Zioncheck, loving partner of Rick Pierchalski. Aleksander was loved by many and will never be forgotten. May he soar with the angels in Heaven. In honor of Alek's love of history, and in lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations made in his name to: Friends of Fort Necessity, c/o Fayette County Historical Society, 7083 National Pike E., Smock, PA 15480 where Alek recently visited with his mother and had an in-depth discussion about its historical importance with the tour guide. Friends and relatives are invited to attend funeral services Thursday, September 28, 2017, at 1 p.m. in the Church of Ascension, 4729 Ellsworth Ave., Pittsburgh 15213, followed by burial in Greenwood Memorial Park, Lower Burrell. Arrangements by THE RUSIEWICZ FAMILY OF FUNERAL DIRECTORS, Arnold and Lower Burrell. www.RusiewiczFH.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAWK ELEANOR J. (JOHNSON) ON S...
HAWK ELEANOR J. (JOHNSON) On September 23, 2017, age 90, of West Mifflin. Beloved wife of the late William L. Hawk, Sr.; loving mother of Deborah J. Hawk, Robert L. (Cindy) Hawk and the late William L. Hawk, Jr. and Eunice J. Hawk; cherished grandmother of Kara and Tamara Hawk, Bryan (Nicki) and William (Dominique) Hawk; sister of Eunice L. Boehm and the late Okey B. (Joyce) Johnson and William H. (Phyllis Stover) Johnson. Friends received on Thursday from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall 412-461-6394 where a funeral service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. Memorials may be sent to Deborah for the headstone and donations to Hospice and Catchfire Ministries in Eleanor's name. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CARR PHILIP L. AGE 67, OF ALLE...
CARR PHILIP L. Age 67, of Allentown, on September 24, 2017. Beloved son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Senneway); cherished brother of Patricia Faust, Cheryl Dipippa (Joseph) and the late Joseph, Jr., James, Lucinda and Carol; treasured uncle and friend of many. Visitation Wed. from 10 a.m. until the 1 p.m. Blessing Service at BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., 600 Dunster St., Pgh., PA 15226, 412-343-1506 or ballfc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TREXLER BARBARA BARBIE JEAN ...
TREXLER BARBARA BARBIE JEAN Age 72, of Milan, TN is in the care of Medina Funeral Home. There are no services at this time. Barbie was born January 14, 1945, in Pittsburgh, PA and departed this life September 23, 2017, in Jackson, TN. She was the daughter of the late Ralph and Ruth Fink. She married the late Harry A. Quenon June 17, 1967. She married the late Joe Trexler December 16, 1974. She graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School in 1963. She attended Duff's Business School. Online registry at MedinaFuneralHome.com, MEDINA FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 302 W. Church Avenue - Medina, Tennessee 38355, (731) 783-1110, Steve Murphy, Director. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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