ANTANTIS NANCY (PAYNE) Of Robinson Twp., on Thursday, November 15, 2018, at the age of 76. Beloved wife of Richard "Dee" Antantis; loving mother of Chris (wife, Colleen) Antantis; sister of the late Leslie "Stitch" Payne and the late William Payne. Friends received SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1650 Broadway, Stowe - Kennedy Twp., on Sunday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Prayers in funeral home on Monday 9:30 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m., St. Malachy Church, Kennedy Twp. Interment to follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANTANTIS NANCY (PAYNE) OF ROBI...
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STIRLING MARY ELLEN AGE 73, OF...
STIRLING MARY ELLEN Age 73, of Sebring, FL died Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at Good Shepherd Hospice in Sebring, FL. Mary was born on August 9, 1945 in Pittsburgh, PA the last child born to the late Frank and Katherine (Lochran) Donnick. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bill; her sister, Patricia Gatton; and brothers, Arthur, Sam, and Andrew Donnick. Mary is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Bob Bearer; her five grandchildren, Josh Erik, Adam, Ryan and Kate Bearer; her brother, John Donnick and his wife, Bobbi; a brotherin-law, Don Gatton, sisterin-law, Gretta Donnick; along with several nieces and nephews including great and great-great-nieces and nephews. All services will be private. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later time. Diane and Bob would like to thank her caregivers, Jan and Chuck Roach and the staff of Good Shepherd Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's memory can be made to a favorite charity. Arrangements entrusted to STEPHENSON - NELSON FUNERAL HOME, 4001 Sebring Parkway, Sebring, FL 33870. Online condolences may be left at www.stephensonnelsonfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HOLYCROSS FRED J. AGE 54, OF B...
HOLYCROSS FRED J. Age 54, of Bethel Park, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Fred is survived by his beloved wife of 13 years, Barbara (Barnouski) Holycross; loving brother of Kenna (Dwight) Householder, Michael (Rhonda) Holycross. Fred is also survived by many friends. Son of the late Jeri Rodocker. Fred was an avid comic book, music and movie collector. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh. A Blessing Service will be held on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 2 p.m., in the funeral home's chapel. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The National Kidney Foundation at www.kidney.org or to The American Heart Association at www.heart.org. Online condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DANIK MARIE A. (TABELLA) OF WE...
DANIK MARIE A. (TABELLA) Of Wellington, FL, formally of McKees Rocks passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at the age of 78. Marie was the beloved mother of Jeff (Teri) Danik of Palm Beach County FL, and Kimberly Danik of Cleveland, OH. She was the loving grandmother of Jacob, Zachary, Luke, Max and Eric; dear sister of Bena DiDonato (Tabella) of Pittsburgh; loving aunt to Dario (Nancy) DiDonato, Vince DiDonato, Darlene DiDonato and Lisa (Dan) Puhala, all of Pittsburgh; and dearest cousin of Larry (Sally) Tabella of McKees Rocks, PA. Marie was an independent woman who sought life and peace on her terms, and her friends and family loved her for it. She was a wonderful, warm friend to many who cherished her company and the pure love that being her friend brought. Marie spoke often with pride and gratitude about her professional life serving the inspiring young women and staff of the Lake Erie Girl Scout Council. She lived many years on Cleveland's westside and in Brooklyn, becoming a lifelong fan of her beloved Cleveland Indians, Cavaliers and Browns. Her retirement was spent taking bus tours of the northeast US, visiting her favorite places in Cleveland and always enjoying both the moment and the people that she was with. Her final years were spent in sunny South Florida living with her family and enriching their lives immensely, a precious gift to them for which they will be eternally grateful. Family and friends will be welcomed on Sunday from 1-3 p.m., in the SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1650 Broadway, Stowe Kennedy Twp., PA. A prayer service will take place at 3 p.m., in the funeral home. Interment will be on Monday 11 a.m., at Resurrection Cemetery, Moon Township. Please meet at the Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANDIA WANDA M. (WALEKO) AGE 96...
ANDIA WANDA M. (WALEKO) Age 96, of Bon Air, formerly of the South Side passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. Wife of 65 years to the late Albert Andia; daughter of the late Stanley and Maryanna Waleko; beloved mother of Dee Dee Porter (George), Linda Kahl (James) and Vivian NovakKrestal (Dave); grandmother of Christine (John), Daniel (Tanja), Julie (Jay), Teresa, Nicholas (Nicole), Kurt (Nicole) and Kristopher (Alexa); greatgrandmother of Zachary, Jeremy, Ruby, Cameron, Elaina and Nathan; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., in THOMAS J GMITER FUNERAL HOME INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral Prayer Monday 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sylvester Church at 10:30 a.m. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CRISTIANO NANETTE L. (SHERIDAN...
CRISTIANO NANETTE L. (SHERIDAN) Of Bethel Park, formerly of Baldwin, peacefully at home on Thursday, November 15, 2018, Beloved wife of the late Carl V. Cristiano, Jr. "Vince"; loving mother of Robin Cristiano Gardner (Chip), Kimberly Cristiano Sarniak (Bill), and Dean P. Cristiano; sister of the late Dorothy Tomassi; grandmother of Keally, Ian, Cameron, Wagner, Kassidy, Taylor, Lauren, Alec, and the late Christian; also her faithful furry friend, "Ginger." Jesus met Nan, one of his beautiful souls, and marched her into heaven like the faithful child of God she is. Mom took her last breath surrounded by her family, her earthly treasure. She blessed us with a legacy of strength, perseverance, and dedication to family. We celebrate her life! Visitation Sunday 12-4 and 5-8 p.m. at the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road (RT 88), Library. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 11:00 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Church. Burial in Jefferson Memorial Park Mausoleum. Contributions may be made to Clelian Heights School for Exceptional Children, 135 Clelian Heights Lane, Greensburg, PA 15601. davidhenneyfuneral home.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HODGES MARIE PEACEFULLY ON NOV...
HODGES MARIE Peacefully on November 9, 2018 of Southside. Daughter of Ruby Hicks; mother of Derrick Lee; sister of Lisa, Warren, Jr., Neil, Barnett and Eric; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and fiancé, Charles Carter. Arrangements entrusted to SPRIGGS & WATSON FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PORTIS SUZANNE AGE 47, OF WILK...
PORTIS SUZANNE Age 47, of Wilkinsburg, passed away quietly Sunday from complications of cancer. Suzanne was the daughter of the late Elroy Portis and Margaret (Burney) Portis. She is survived by her brother, Jeffrey Portis (Audrey); and sister, Sharon Portis-Ottey; nephews, E. Portis, Oscar Portis, Alexander Portis and Ethan Ottey; and nieces, Gabrielle Ottey and Jasmine Reynolds; as well as many other family and friends. Sue was employed by Republic Airlines for 18 years. Suzanne was an exceptional person who will be dearly missed. Viewing will be Saturday, November 24th from 10 a.m. 12 p.m., immediately followed by a Memorial Service at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 250 N. Highland Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Arrangements entrusted to SPRIGGS & WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 720 N. Lang Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCDOWELL JOHN H., III OF SHADY...
McDOWELL JOHN H., III Of Shadyside on Thursday, November 15, 2018. A 1964 graduate of Fort Cherry High School, John earned a B.S, degree in mathematics from the University of Pittsburgh and worked as a bio statistician in several area hospitals. Briefly in real estate, his true career was as a computer programmer/analyst. While working in the ACIS Department at Carnegie Mellon University, he also was a member of Staff Council, chaired it for two terms, showed leadership in implementing ADA adaptations on campus, and earned his MPM from the Heinz School in 1997. Later he worked for TechRx before starting Vela Carina, the first of his two consulting companies. Preceded in death by his parents, John H. McDowell, Jr. and Myrtle Neil McDowell; and older sister, Mary Jo Williams. John is survived by his wife, Barra Jacob-McDowell of Pittsburgh; two nieces, Cathleen Danley Seybert (Kenny) of Washington, PA, and Gretchen Danley McNary (Ron) of Pittsburgh; extended family and friends throughout the world. Friends received at MCCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Monday, 4-8 p.m., where a remembrance Service will be on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Light refreshments will be served at John's residence party room following the service. Interment private. Please make any donations to the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence (www.bradycampaign.org) or the Arthritis Foundation (www.arthritis.org). Condolences may be left at www.mccabebrothers.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BAGINSKI PAUL J. AGE 56 ON FRI...
BAGINSKI PAUL J. Age 56 on Friday, November 16, 2018. Beloved husband of June (Cronin) Baginski; father of Alanna E. Baginski of CA, Deanna E. Baginski, Alexander J. Baginski and Katherine J. Baginski of NY. The family will receive visitors Sunday 3 - 7 p.m., at O'BRIEN'S, 3724 California at Cooper Ave., N.S., where there will be a Funeral Serivce Monday at 10 a.m. www.obriensfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARASTI ANGELINA FORMERLY OF W...
MARASTI ANGELINA Formerly of Wexford on Friday, November 16, 2018. Daughter of the late Anna and Frank Moreci; wife of the late Elmo Marasti; beloved mother of Buddy, Mick, Tony and Graceann; sister of the late Rose Madder, Grace, Frank and John Moreci; also survived by grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren. Friends and family received Sunday 2-6 p.m., at the GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 10418 Perry Hwy., Wexford, PA 15090. Funeral Mass on Monday at 10 a.m., in St. Alphonsus Church Wexford. Everyone please meet at the church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOZLOWSKI JASON M. (KOZ) AGE 3...
KOZLOWSKI JASON M. (KOZ) Age 36, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 3, 2018, of Shaler Twp., Formerly of Troy Hill. Beloved son of Deborah Krist of Shaler Twp. and Jerome Kozlowski of Florida; nephew to Rick Krist; and cousin to Jordan Krist; lifetime best friend and bro of Jaime Lunz; also survived by furry friend, Capone. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Kathy and Richard Krist; and grandmother Florence Kozlowski. A memorial service for Jason will be planned at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Jason's honor may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ESCAJEDA JOHN A. AGE 84, ON FR...
ESCAJEDA JOHN A. Age 84, on Friday, November 16, 2018, of Castle Shannon. Beloved husband of 62 years to the late Bernice A. "Bernie" Escajeda; loving father to Michael J. (Sharon) of Baldwin, Debra (Richard) Huebner of Castle Shannon, and John E. (Nanette) of Phoenix, AZ; grandfather of Justin (Christina), Jerry, Marissa, Timothy, Eric, Klay, Jacob, and Kayla; greatgrandfather of Arianna, Gianah, Declan, and Ava; brother of Luis, Rosemary Skinner, and the late Ruben; also survived by several nieces and nephews. John served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was an electrical engineer and worked as a consultant on public transportation in many places, in and out of the country. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., (412) 881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227, Tuesday, November 20, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Gabriel of The Sorrowful Virgin Church at 10 a.m. Interment will be held privately. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SESERKO MARIE B. AGE 97, OF SH...
SESERKO MARIE B. Age 97, of Shaler Twp., on November 16, 2018. Wife of Joseph J. Seserko; mother of Joseph C. (Julie) and John S. (Jeanne) Seserko and the late James G. Seserko (surviving wife, Sandra); grandmother of Cassandra (Bryce) Marxsen, Aubrie (Trae) Mayeux, Hilary Seserko (fiancé, Brandon Utz), and Hayden Seserko; greatgrandmother of Alexandra and Shaw Marxsen and James Mayeux. Visitation Sunday 1-4 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, PA. Funeral Service Monday 10:00 a.m. at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 66 Grant Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15223. The family would like to thank the staff of Concordia at Rebecca Residence and the team from Good Samaritan Hospice for their care, love, and compassion. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested in Marie's name to Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TROIANO ELIZABETH "BETSY" MCCA...
TROIANO ELIZABETH "BETSY" McCABE Age 88, passed away on November 17 in Rock Hill, South Carolina. A long-time resident of the Pittsburgh area, Betsy will be remembered for her love of family, the game of Bridge, Notre Dame football, and Pittsburgh sports teams. Betsy leaves behind her devoted children, Frank Troiano and wife, Susan, Betsey O'Brien and husband, Dan, Maggi Qualters and husband, Rich; grandsons; and a granddaughter; she was predeceased by her husband, Frank; son, Eugene; and sister, Dorothy; Betsy is also survived by her loving sister, Peggy Korff; and many nieces and nephews. A mass and celebration of life will be planned in Pittsburgh within the coming months. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EIRKSON AGNES L. AGE 87, OF PI...
EIRKSON AGNES L. Age 87, of Pine Twp., on Friday, November 17, 2018. Wife of the late Rod Eirkson; mother of Kenneth (Maria) and James (the late Danya) Eirkson; grandmother of Ben, Emily and Cole. Family and friends received Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 10418 Perry Hwy., Wexford, PA 15090. Funeral services on Wednesday, at 10 a.m. in Salem United Methodist Church, Wexford. Everyone please meet at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Salem Church Endowment Fund, 350 Manor Rd., Wexford, PA 15090. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SILVIO ALBERT C., JR. ON THURS...
SILVIO ALBERT C., Jr. On Thursday, November 15, 2018, Albert, age 82 of North Versailles, passed away. Son of the late Albert C., Sr. and Florence (Sacco) Silvio; beloved husband of the late Susan (McKee) Silvio; loving father of Carmen (Sandy) Silvio, Ronald (Katie) Silvio, Trina (Terry) Byers, Albert Silvio, and the late Anthony (the late Sheilah) Silvio; brother of Patricia (Mike) Yorio, Anthony (Lorraine) Silvio, Margaret (the late Danny) Sorg, the late Frank (the late Pat) Silvio, and the late Joseph (Darlene) Silvio; 11 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Friends received Sunday, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the JAMES F. KUTCH FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY, 433 Lincoln Highway, East McKeesport, PA 15035. Mass of Christian burial Monday, 10 a.m., St. Robert Bellarmine Church. Burial will follow in Allegheny County Memorial Park, McCandless, PA. www.kutchfuneralhome.org Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRINKMAN BRUCE L. AGE 69, OF D...
BRINKMAN BRUCE L. Age 69, of Dormont, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 15, 2018. Beloved father of Gina A. Brinkman; former spouse and friend of Lori Brinkman; survived by his loving sister, Kris Marra, Marilyn Brinkman and her son, James Wimberley. Bruce proudly served as a Marine during the Vietnam War. Family and friends welcome Sunday, 4-8 p.m. WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp., where a celebration of life service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Burial in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to www.gofundme.com www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WAGNER EDWARD M. AGE 76, OF MC...
WAGNER EDWARD M. Age 76, of McCandless, formerly of Lawrenceville, passed away on Friday, November 16, 2018. He was the loving husband for 53 years to Pat (Flajnik) Wagner; beloved father of Cindy Capp, Debbie Heneghan and the late Kathy Wagner; he is also survived by four grandchildren, Katie and Ashley Capp and Evan and Aaden Heneghan; a brother, Philip Wagner; and two sisters, Nancy Stephany and Carol Reilly. Prior to his retirement, he worked for 33 years for H.J. Heinz Co.. Friends will be received on Monday from 1-7 p.m. in the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1032 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp., 412-364-4444. Condolences may be offered at www.brandtfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMAS KEVIN AGE 51, OF MT. WA...
THOMAS KEVIN Age 51, of Mt. Washington, on Monday, November 5, 2018. Beloved husband for 25 of years of Tina Janet (Kratochwill); guiding father of Tyler; son of the late Odelia Santodonato; also survived by three cousins. Family and friends will gather for a Celebration of Life Service at LAUGHLIN CREMATION AND FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road, Mount Lebanon. (Please watch for the date and time to be announced on our website: www.laughlinfuneralhome.com.) Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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