SEGER DONALD LEROY Age 84, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Punxsutawney, passed away suddenly on August 7, 2018. He is survived by his beloved children, Teryl (Jim) McCaffrey, Lori (David) Demetrio, and Donn (Shirley) Seger; grandchildren, Master Sgt. Justin (Arwen) McCaffrey, Lauren (Daniel) Vereb, Brooke (Matthew) Betton, Dr. Maria Seger, Tim (Brittany) Demetrio, Chelsea McCaffrey, and Monica Seger; eight great-grandchildren; and siblings, Norma (the late Robert) Jack, Della (the late Arthur) Underwood, Richard (Kathy) Segar, and Linda (William) Reay; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Claudette (Todd) Seger; parents, Russell and Geraldine Seger; and siblings, William Segar and Annabelle Seger. Don was a devoted family man who enjoyed spending time with them and traveling around the country. The Alaska Journey with his grandchildren will remain a cherished memory. He proudly served in the US Army before starting a 42 year career as a mechanic for LTV Steel. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 9, 4-8 p.m., and Friday, August 10, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Blessing Service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, August 11, 11:30 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Spirit Chapel (300 Swiss Way, Elizabeth, PA 15037). Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BENKO WILLIAM J. AGE 86, OF W...
BENKO WILLIAM J. Age 86, of Woodbridge, Virginia on August 5, 2018. The son of Joseph and Mary Benko and a veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Benko is preceded in death by his siblings, Frank Benko; Francis Benko; Joseph Benko; Eleanor Benko and John Benko. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Marietta Benko; daughter, Jo Ellen Patterson (Scott); sons, William and Robert; granddaughters Rebeca and Amanda Patterson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, August 13, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 12805 Valleywood Drive, Woodbridge. Interment will follow at Quantico National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to: WoundedWarriors.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH GAYLE G. (LEBARON) OF RO...
SMITH GAYLE G. (LEBARON) Of Robinson Twp., in her hundredth year. Wife of the late Louis D. Special Mum to Darla Passios, Bob and Barry (Cheryl) Smith; grandma of Jim (Cheryl) Passios, Lori Cratsley, Jason (Lindsay) Smith and Brian Smith; great-grandma of six; sister of Carol Sedon and the late Lloyd Lebaron and Shirley Zimmer. Gayle was an avid Steelers fan, her many talents included baking, cooking, sewing, crocheting, and tatting. Hospitality was her middle name to her family and many friends. She will be missed by all who knew her. Visitation 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Saturday, at the SCHEPNER-MCDERNOTT FUNERAL HOME, 165 Noble Ave., Crafton, where the funeral service will be held 8 p.m. Saturday evening. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Gayle's name to a charity of your choice. schepnermcdermott.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PERRET LOIS JEAN (COOK) AGE 84...
PERRET LOIS JEAN (COOK) Age 84, passed away on Monday, August 6, 2018. Formerly of Hampton Twp., Lois was a resident of Concordia of Franklin Park. Born July 4, 1934 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Myrtle (Morrow) Cook. She was married for 50 years to William A. Perret, who passed away in 2006. She is survived by her son, William T. (Karen) Perret, of Freedom, PA; grandchildren, Brandon (Rebecca) Perret, of State College PA, Chad Perret and Erin Perret, both of Florida; great-grandchildren, Madison and Vivien; brothers, Robert (Sharon) Cook and David (Mary) Cook; brother-in-law, Shannon Lipke; many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Susan B. Perret and sister, Barbara Lipke. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, August 10, at KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Lois's family at, kingfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCGUIRE BRIAN G. AGE 64, OF WE...
MCGUIRE BRIAN G. Age 64, of West Deer, suddenly on August 7, 2018. Beloved husband for 38 years of Diane L. (Snyder) McGuire; loving father of Sean (Angelina) McGuire and Erica (Matthew) Clay; brother of the late Mark McGuire; proud grandfather of Quinn, Kiera and Gabrielle. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 5864 Heckert Rd., Bakerstown. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in St. Mary of the Assumption Church. Brian worked for over 30 years with PPG Industries, retiring as a Remediation Consultant in 2015. He enjoyed photography, woodworking, traveling and cruising, investing, and most of all his family and beloved grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations to Matthew 25 Ministries, www.m25m.org www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MOLINARO MABEL (GIESY) AGE 10...
MOLINARO MABEL (GIESY) Age 101, of Valencia, on August 8, 2018. Wife of the late Tony Molinaro; mother of Kathy (Jim) Knox, Judy (Roy) Kurtzrock and Ron (Claire) Molinaro; also survived by eight grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Friends received Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, 5864 Heckert Rd., Bakerstown, where services will be held Monday 10 a.m. Complete obit at, www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROWN CURTIS B. ON SATURDAY, A...
BROWN CURTIS B. On Saturday, August 4, 2018 Curtis B. Brown, 67, of McKeesport, PA. Served in the US Army; brother of Belinda Hill. Also survived by a host of other family members and friends. Visitation Friday 4 to 8 p.m. on August 10, 2018 at St. Paul AME Church, 1350 Locust Street, McKeesport, PA 15132, where the funeral service will be held Saturday, 11 a.m. on August 11, 2018. Interment National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. 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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BRADY ROBERT F. OF MURRYSVILL...
BRADY ROBERT F. Of Murrysville, passed away on August 7, 2018. He worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator/Mechanic for Local 66 for 66 years. Robert was a member of the Plum Creek-Monroeville Mason Lodge No. 799. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, camping, traveling, watching TV, mostly Westerns, and always being on the go in his car. Loving father of Roberta Workmaster, Leroy (Jeannie) Brady, and Cynthia "Cindee" (Randy) Cupps; grandfather of Melissa Cupps, Robert Workmaster, Carrie MacDonald, Michael Workmaster, Leeann Brady-Hurley, and Amy Cupps; great-grandfather of Brady, Abigail, Bella, Mia and Quinn; brother of Betty Long, Dolly Lee Brady, Carrie Brady, Harry Brady, and June Wilson. Preceded in death by wife, Delores J. (Blakley) Brady in 2014; parents, Leroy Rodney Brady and Rosabel Beatrice (Eisele) Brady; and sister, Louise Hughes. To honor Robert's wishes, services will be private. Arrangements entrusted to JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., corner of Shaw & Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek (412-823-1950). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Arnold Palmer Cancer Center, 200 Village Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601. www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MINFORD PATRICIA (PAT) KUGLER ...
MINFORD PATRICIA (PAT) KUGLER Age 81, of Dade City, FL, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., died August 5, 2018, at Dade City Hospital. Born March 17, 1937, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Rudolph E. and Mary (Kanda) Kugler. She is survived by her husband of almost 59 years Robert (Minnie) R. Minford. Patricia was retired from the former Housing Opportunities in McKeesport, where she worked as a secretary. She was a member of St. Michael's Church of Elizabeth Twp. and St. Joseph's Church in Zephyrhills, FL. She also was a member of the Senior Group out of Boston, PA. Pat dedicated her life to caring for her family and was affectionately known as "Grammy" to her four grandsons. She especially enjoyed attending and following all their sporting events. Pat also enjoyed taking cruises with her husband after her retirement. In addition to her husband, Pat is survived by her children, Susan M. (Jon) Spate of Rostraver Twp., PA and Robert (Amy) Minford of Collierville, TN; grandsons, Andrew (Jessica) Spate and Zachary Spate, Ryan Minford and Alex Minford; sister, Mary Jane (Russell) Piovesan of Huntingtown, MD; Godmother to, Russell Piovesan of Huntingtown, MD and Bill Chontos of Beaver, PA; also many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at JAYCOX-JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, on Sunday, August 12, 2018, from Noon to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, 10 a.m., at St. Michael's Church, in Elizabeth Twp. Fr. Thomas A. Wagner will be the celebrant. Committal will follow in Round Hill Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COX ELEANOR JOSEPHINE (DEPUE) ...
COX ELEANOR JOSEPHINE (DEPUE) Surrounded by family on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, age 82, of Valencia, formerly of Allison Park. Beloved wife of 56 years of the late Gerald Everett Cox; mother of Sandra Lee (William) Danley, Douglas E. (Patricia Golitko) Cox, Barbara (Daniel) Baird, and Gregory D. (Tracy) Cox; sister of Lois (James) Murray, Marilyn Stevenson, and Michele Raye; grandmother of Stephen (Carla) Danley, Ryan (Kelli) Danley, Laura (Todd) Leas, Jessica (Jarod) Lynch, Kristen Cox, Tyler Baird, Sarah Cox, Rebekah Cox, and Elisabeth Cox; great-grandmother of Parker Danley, Annabelle Dargon, and Finley J. Leas; also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceded in death by parents, Iva (James) Ganousky and Kenneth Depue, sister, Suzanne Horkay, and two nieces. Eleanor was a homemaker for most of her life and enjoyed playing cards, tennis, baking, and bowling. For many years she was a member and active volunteer at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Hwy, Pgh, PA 15237. Funeral service will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m., in St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 1965 Ferguson Rd, Allison Park, PA 15101 where in lieu of flowers contributions may be made or to National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 1501 Reedsdale St. #105, Pgh., PA 15233. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HESS DOROTHY A. (LENART) OF WH...
HESS DOROTHY A. (LENART) Of Whitaker, passed away on August 7, 2018 with her family by her side. Daughter of the late John and Anna Lenart; beloved wife of the late Ronald Hess; loving mother of Jack (Lisa) and their son, Ian of North Strabane, David Sloan (Edina) and their children, Sarah, Dave, Tim (Jena) and Joe of West Mifflin, Jim (Karen) and their sons, Shane and Jonathan of West Mifflin, Ron Bones (Mary) and their children, Tiffani and Zach of Whitaker and her daughter, Lisa (Bob) DiDomenico and son, Tony Kostelnik of Whitaker; also survived by great-grandson Austin and great-granddaughters, McKenzie and Emily; sister of the late Anna Estok, George and Joe Lenart, Marge Stefanik and Helen Mattis; sister-in-law of John (Becky) Hess, Tom (late Olga) Hess and Bob (Millie) Hess. Dorothy and her husband owned Hess's Bar in Whitaker, her love for her faith and dedication to her family will be cherished forever. Friends received SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, Friday 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass Saturday, 10 a.m., St. Rita Church, Munhall. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAGILL GEORGE JR. JUNE 2, 193...
MAGILL GEORGE JR. June 2, 1930 - August 5, 2018 born and raised in Pittsburgh, moved to New York and retired in Florida. He is survived by his daughter, George Ann and her husband, Richard; son, James; and granddaughter, Lindsay Magill. Memorial to be held August 10, 2018 at 2 p.m., at the Gardens of Boca Raton. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARCUS ALAN RICHARD ON THURSDA...
MARCUS ALAN RICHARD On Thursday, August 9, 2018, dearly beloved husband of the late Linda G. Marcus of Pittsburgh; venerated father of Susan Marcus Jacobson of Croton-on-Hudson, NY, Joel Cassel Marcus of Tacoma, WA; grandfather of Elodie Grace Jacobson, Blaise Yael Jacobson and Sonja Gadis Marcus, all of whom remain inspired by his steadfast devotion to his wife who passed March 6, 2018. Predeceased by his parents, Barnett Marcus and Rose Weisz Marcus; survived by sister, Jeanne Winston of Sarasota, FL. Born in Beaver Falls, PA, Dick Marcus graduated from Shadyside Academy and Brown University and received a J.D. from the University of Pittsburgh. He pursued a business career, and for 46 years operated General Materials Terminals, a trans-loading facility on the 20th mile of the Ohio River, which was begun and built by his father, Barney, a Lithuanian-born entrepreneur who started as a preteen selling scrap metal, expanded and built a sand and gravel operation which later became both General Materials Terminals and Littell Steel, both of Greater-Pittsburgh. Dick had a prodigious knowledge of the waterways of North America and maintained a lifelong interest in the Ohio River basin, its industry, people, and significance in the American industrial landscape. During the 1970s, Dick Marcus channeled his other passion, for U.S. history, the American Constitution and our Bill of Rights, as an adjunct professor at the University of Pittsburgh in the Administration of Justice Department, where he both taught and embraced the lessons learned from in-service law enforcement agents in his courses on U.S. Constitutional Law. Services at Rodef Shalom Temple, 4905 Fifth Avenue, (at Morewood) on Sunday, August 12, 2018 at 10 a.m. Visitation for friends, colleagues and family one hour prior to services (9 - 10 a.m.) Interment West View Cemetery of Rodef Shalom Congregation. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Shadyside Academy and the Winchester-Thurston School. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PUSKARIC THOMAS "PUSHY" BORN M...
PUSKARIC THOMAS "PUSHY" Born May 31, 1933, passed away peacefully at home on Tuusday, August 7, 2018. He was the loving husband for 61 happy years of Bernadette Bea Puskaric; the loving father of Gregory (Marlene) Puskaric and Connie M. Bedont; grandfather of Melanie (Rob) Vitous, Eric (Lauren) Bedont, Tommy (Hayley) Puskaric and Lynette (Logan) Puskaric; the G-Pa of five great-grandchildren, Gavin, Sloan, and Fiona Puskaric and Dylan and Trevor Bedont; and is also survived by nieces and nephews. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, Mildred (Grasak) and George Puskaric; and sister, Joanne (Dewey) Olinski. He retired from US Steel and enjoyed hunting, fishing, sports, playing cards, and spending time with his family. Thomas will be deeply missed. A private visitation and funeral service was held for his family in the DANIEL F. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 4504 Walnut St., Versailles Boro, McKeesport, PA 15132 (412-678-3454) with burial and military honors following in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Port Vue. bekavacfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALDO EDWARD AGE 82, PASSED AW...
WALDO EDWARD Age 82, passed away on August 7, 2018. Father of James Waldo, Cindy Blomquist, Ricky Conwell and the late Keith Waldo; grandfather of Desiree Waldo and Kenny Southard. Service Private. Arrangements by THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRIDGES JUDY AGE 76 OF OAKMON...
BRIDGES JUDY Age 76 of Oakmont, passed on Tuesday, August 7, 2018. Beloved wife of James S. Bridges; dear mother of Sandy (Edward) Morgan, Lale (Timothy) Laubach, and Justi (Raymond Anthracite) Grubor; sister of Susan Nicholas; loving grandmother of Brandon, Olivia, Mia, Alex, and Eva. Friends will be received on Saturday, August 11, 2018 at 11 a.m., in the ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139 where a memorial service will begin at noon. Interment will be private. Online condolences may be made to, englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALKER DOROTHY (SCHULJAK) ON W...
WALKER DOROTHY (SCHULJAK) On Wednesday, August 8, 2018, Dorothy (Schuljak) Walker, age 91 of Butler, formerly of Pittsburgh, daughter of the late Stephen and Louise Schuljak; beloved wife of 65 years to the late James R. Walker; beloved mother of James R. Walker, Russell (Sherri) Walker, and the late Charlotte (surviving spouse Tom) Hundanich; sister of the late Robert (late Ruth) Schuljak; grandmother of Tracy and Lacey Hudanich, Courtney, Jennifer and Russell Walker. Dorothy was the business manager of Schuljak Plumbing and Heating where she worked with her father and her husband. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue, PA 15202. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m., on Saturday at the Church of the Assumption, Bellevue. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to PMD Foundation (pmdfoundation.org or PMD Foundation, PO Box 898, Salado, TX 76571). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LANGUE RITA (PERLOW) PEACEFULL...
LANGUE RITA (PERLOW) Peacefully at home on Thursday, August 9, 2018. Beloved wife of Edwin Langue and the late Edward A. Perlow. Beloved mother of Ellen (Jack) Kessler, Charles (Judy) Perlow, Lori Perlow (Dan Kadish), Jeffrey (Jill) Langue and Natalie Leighton; sister of the late Helen Schwamm, Harry Fink, Betty Shane and Ralph Fink; grandma to Gabe (Hayley) Perlow, Jackie Perlow, Jamie Kessler, Adam (Emily) Perlow, Edward Blech, Eric Kessler, Naomi Blech, Jordan, Stephen and Michael Langue, Scott and Molly Leighton; great-grandmother of Madison and Isaac; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend special recognition to Ruth Danzuzo for years of love and care. Rita was compassionate, loving and gracious. She will be remembered by her family, friends and community for her kindness and generosity. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Friday at 1:30 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to services, (12:30 - 1:30 p.m.). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Edward and Rita Perlow Scholarship Fund for Community Day School, c/o Jewish Federation, 234 McKee Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 or Joseph A. Massaro Alzheimers Research Fund, thru The Pittsburgh Foundation, 5 PPG Place, #250, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HICKS FREEMAN, JR. AGE 85 OF P...
HICKS FREEMAN, JR. Age 85 of Pittsburgh. Peacefully on August 4, 2018. Beloved husband of Rochelle Hicks; beloved father of Betty (Dankins) Darden of Atlanta GA, George Dankins, and Frankie B. Hicks (both of Pittsburgh, PA); along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, church family and friends. Visitation Monday 10 to 11 a.m., at the Macedonia Church of Pittsburgh, 2225 Bedford Ave., 15219 where funeral will begin at 11 a.m. Professional Services entrusted toCOSTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-661-5916. costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALTERS DAVID W. "WOODY" AGE 6...
WALTERS DAVID W. "WOODY" Age 67, unexpectedly on Thursday, August 9, 2018, of Rostraver. Beloved husband of 47 years to Susan A. Walters; loving dad of Tracy L. Slagle and Kristy L. Stone; proud Pap to Kayla, Danielle, Jordan, Shaun, Jamie, and Devin; great-grandpap of Lucie Shae; cherished son of Anna and the late Walter Walters; brother of Annette (the late Wayne) Kirsch and the late Marlene (Bill) Trageser. Also survived by brother-in-law, James (Toni) Jenkins; nephews, cousins and friends. Woody was a dear friend to Bernie and Dave Bilski and Joel Kirstein. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Saturday, August 11, 2018 from 5 p.m. until the time of a prayer at 8 p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, family insists that everyone take a walk in the woods in his memory. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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