SHEFFEY MICHAEL E. Age 54, of Mt. Lebanon, passed away on December 26, 2017, he was born November 17, 1963, in Homewood, Pennsylvania to James and Odessa Sheffey. He graduated from Penn Hills High School in 1981. Michael worked as an Electronic Technician at J. N. Sheffey Associates, a family business started by his father James N. Sheffey in 1961. Michael worked from 1980 to 2017. As a child, Michael loved playing baseball, and football. As an adult, he loved watching football, especially the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was a car enthusiast. He spent a lot of time regaling the American muscle car. Always debating which was better, the Chevy Camaro or Dodge Challenger, he finally decided his favorite was the Camaro. Michael was known for his quick wit and large vocabulary. Michael is survived by his mother, Odessa Sheffey; sister, Anna Coulibaly; brother in-law, Moussa Coulibaly; nephew, James Coulibaly; nieces, Bintou and Alaina Coulibaly; uncle, Samuel Sheffey; aunt, Bessie Sheffey; and a host of loving cousins, family members and friends. Family and friends received Thursday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., in the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333), where a service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. View and add condolences at: warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CARLETON THOMAS R. AGE 85, OF ...
CARLETON THOMAS R. Age 85, of Moon Township, formerly of Everett, MA, passed away on Sunday, Christmas Eve 2017 at Brighton Rehab Wellness Center. He was born in Malden, MA on June 30, 1932, to the late James and Gertrude (O'Brien) Carleton. Beloved husband of Susan (Barry) Carleton whom he married on April 6, 1973; loving father of Kimberly McCann and her husband, Paul of Hopewell; brother of the late Mildred Carleton, Gertrude Vangel and James Carleton; also many loving nieces and nephews. Thomas was Vice President of Engine Maintenance for U.S. Airways. He was a member of St. Margaret Mary Church and U.S. Army Korean War veteran. Tom was a sports nut for Boston, enjoying the Red Socks, Celtics and Bruins. As a young man growing up in Massachusetts, he was a graduate of Everett High School and his claim to fame was being the best second baseman and center fielder for his softball leagues. Tom was known to enjoy a beer or Manhattan or two, while betting on the horse races at Ladbrokes. It was a respectful family tradition of Tom's to break into his rendition of God Bless America at any family celebration, with all gathered, standing. Tom was just fun to be around. Visitation Friday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at COPELAND'S MOON TOWNSHIP, 981 Brodhead Rd. where prayers will be recited on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. followed by Mass at St. Margaret Mary Church at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DOTT EDWARD E. AGE 73, OF VERO...
DOTT EDWARD E. Age 73, of Verona, on Wednesday, December 27, 2017. Beloved husband of Donna; father of Edward, Jr. and Melissa; grandfather of Grace. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Maria Goretti Church Immaculate Conception Mission, 300 Edmond St., Pittsburgh, PA 15224, Friday at 10 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUGHEY SMILEY S. (STIPANOVICH)...
HUGHEY SMILEY S. (STIPANOVICH) Age 93, of Kennedy Twp., passed away on December 27, 2017. Beloved mother of Joseph, Jeffrey (Jaclyn), Jerrilyn; devoted grandmother of Lilianne, Emma (Ricky), Adam, Ashley, and Molly (Roey). Smiley is the last surviving of 13 children. She was a longtime Steelers fan. Family and friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. FRIDAY at the McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp., where a Blessing Service will be held on SATURDAY at 9:00 a.m. www.mcdermottfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GROCHOWSKI DOLORES J. ON TUESD...
GROCHOWSKI DOLORES J. On Tuesday, December 26, 2017, of South Side. Mother of Lisa Grochowski, Amy (Scott) Grochowski, Sean Grochowski, and the late Richie and Michele Grochowski; sister of Chester (Lisa) Weir; aunt of Nicole and John; sister-in-law of Della Pinky and the late Andrew Thomas; grandmother of David, Nathan, Nina and Annabelle. Dolores was very strong and a fighter. She will be dearly missed by her family, who she was always there for. Family and friends received at the JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, 119 South 15th St., South Side on Saturday, December 30, 2017, from 2-4 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRENO HELEN A. OF SHALER TWP.,...
GRENO HELEN A. Of Shaler Twp., on Wednesday, December 27, 2017, Ms. Greno was the beloved daughter of the late Francis P. and Margaret A. MacDonald Greno; sister of Pauline Kumpfmiller and Francis P. Greno (Julie); aunt of Samantha A. and Shane M. Greno. A visitation will be held on Friday from 2-8 p.m. at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rte. 8, Shaler Twp., where a service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. Leave condolences at: permanfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WATACH GEORGE EDWARD GEORGE, 9...
WATACH GEORGE EDWARD George, 91, of Oakdale, North Fayette Twp., died Tuesday, December 26, 2017, in his home. He was born August 26, 1926, in New York, a son of the late George and Mary Watach. Mr. Watach was a member of St. Patrick's R.C. Church in Noblestown. He was a retired maintenance electrician supervisor having worked for 37 years at First Energy of East Lake, OH and enjoyed golfing, bowling and dancing the polka. He was a World War II Navy veteran. Surviving are his wife of 68 years Betty L. Scrimshaw Watach; children, the late Barbara Tomekalski, Jacqueline M. (Stephen) Ickes of OH, Suzette E. (Roger) Stewart of SC, Yvonne L. (Kevin) Shockey of Oakdale; brother and sisters, Joe (Dorothy) Watach of PA, Ann Hagen of CA, Betsy Ingram of WV; son-in-law, Richard Tomekalski of OH. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his great grandson, Dustin Orr and his sisters, Josephine, Mary and Alice. Friends will be received Friday 5-8 p.m. in the THOMAS-LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 5000 Noblestown Road, Oakdale (724-693- 2800) where blessing service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Disabled Veterans or Wounded Warriors. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LONG ROBERT I. OF BETHEL PA...
LONG ROBERT I. Of Bethel Park, 87, December 22, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Jane Foster Long; devoted father of David (Kim) Long of Eighty Four, Robert Long (Kevin Gallagher) of Bethel Park, and Bruce Long (Mark Todaro) of Wynnewood, PA; proud grandfather of Jesse (Rebecca) Long and Cody (Rebecca) Long; and a loving great- grandfather of Zoey and Teagan Long. Bob was a very dedicated member of Bethel Presbyterian Church. Bob was a graduate of Peters Twp. High School and Thiel College with his Bachelor's Degree. He served as a Corporal in the U.S. Army. He was a longtime owner of the family business, Walter Long Manufacturing, specializing in steel fabrication. He was an avid antique clock collector and enjoyed hunting and golf. He was a member of the Chartiers Lodge No. 297, F.&A.M. and Syria Shrine of Pittsburgh. Bob also helped out for many years for Shim and the Castaway Project. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service, Saturday, January 13, 2018, at Bethel Presbyterian Church, 2999 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park at 11 a.m. Arrangements by BEINHAUER, 412-531-4000. Family requests that if desired, please make memorial donation in Robert's memory to Shriners Hospital for Children in Erie, 1645 W. 8th Street, Erie, PA 16505. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PACEKONIS SISTER MARY IRENE, O...
PACEKONIS SISTER MARY IRENE, OSF Sister Mary Irene Pacekonis, 94, Sister of St. Francis of the Providence of God for 78 years, died on December 27, 2017. Born January 31, 1923 in Hartford CT, she was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings. She is survived by her sister Jean Lombard, nieces and a nephew. Sister was an educator and principal for 43 years primarily at St. Gabriel and St. Valentine. Filled with a missionary spirit Sister Irene served in Brazil for 12 years and the Franciscan Child Day Care Center for 7 years. Friends will be received at JOHN SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 4201 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh PA 15227 on Thursday, December 28 from 3:00-6:00 p.m., wake service at 4:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be on December 29 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Germaine Church, 7003 Baptist Rd. Bethel Park PA 15102. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sisters of St. Francis of the Providence of God, 3757 Library Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15234. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOODRICH STEFFIE A RESIDENT OF...
KOODRICH STEFFIE A resident of Paramount Senior Living, Adams Twp., formerly of Ambridge, died Tuesday, December 26, 2017, at the age of 97. She was born January 23, 1920, in Ambridge, PA, to the late John and Catherine Woloshyn Tyro. She was a long time member of Ss. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, Ambridge. Preceding her in death in addition to her parents were her husband, Charles Koodrich; a son, Charles L. (Sonny) Koodrich; two brothers, William and Jay Tyro; and a sister, Rose Rononsky. Surviving are a son, John Koodrich and Barbara Alexander of Wexford; two grandsons, Ben Koodrich of San Francisco, CA, Jake (Sylvia) Koodrich of Seattle, WA; great-grandson, Crawford Koodrich; daughter-in-law, Peggy Koodrich of Bend, Oregon; and a sister, Mary Lesak of Baden. Friends will be received Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the JOHN SYKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, where prayers will be offered Saturday at 11 a.m. followed by a church service at 11:30 a.m. in Ss. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church. Her pastor, Father Michael Polosky will officiate. Interment will follow in Ss. Peter and Paul Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at: www.sykafuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WIELGUS CLARA M. AGE 92 OF MCK...
WIELGUS CLARA M. Age 92 of McKees Rocks. On Tuesday, December 26, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Edward; loving mother of Judy, (the late Bernie) Gamble, Edward (Marilyn), Paul (Cathy) of Georgia; grandmother of Heather (Tim), B.J., Bridget (Scott), Leigh Ann, Lauren (Matt), Lindsay (Jeremiah), Hayley, Whitney; seven great-grandchildren; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received Friday 3-8 p.m. at the VALERIAN F. SZAL FUNERAL HOME INC., 238 Helen St. McKees Rocks. Funeral Saturday 9:30 a.m. follwed by Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Trinity Polish National Catholic church at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PAGA FRANCIS J. FRANK ON TUE...
PAGA FRANCIS J. FRANK On Tuesday, December 26, 2017, age 76, of Middlesex Twp., Valencia, born in Pittsburgh, PA on October 9, 1941, he was the son of the late John and Agnes Polaski Paga. Frank had been a carpet installer for 40 years. He had worked for East Suburban Interiors. He enjoyed jazz music and played the guitar. In the 60's and early 70's, he played with the Elegants, performing all over the Pittsburgh area. Husband of Judith Judy Parenti Paga; father of Dominic J. D.J. Paga and Maria Paga Sarti (Gary); grandfather of Harris and Carter Horton and the late Nigel Paga; brother of Cecilia Bettenisi (Clemente) and the late Richard Paga. Friends received at the McDONALD - AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA on Saturday from 4-8 p.m. A Time of Sharing will follow at 8:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Directions and condolences are available at: www.mcdonald-aeberli.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTINKOVICH ELEANORE (SANTACR...
MARTINKOVICH ELEANORE (SANTACROCE) Age 90, a life-long resident of Coraopolis, was reunited in heaven with her husband of 57 years on Tuesday, December 26, 2017, from West Hills Health Care Center. She was born in Pittsburgh on July 26, 1927, to the late Dominic and Mary (Polce) Santacroce. On January 11, 1947, she married the love of her life, Robert Zeke Martinkovich who passed on October 30, 2004. They have three beloved children, Nancy Ryan (Bruce), Robert Zeke Martinkovich (Stacy), and Mary Corso (John); four cherished grandchildren, Taylor, Bobby, Carly and Scott; and so proud to have one great-grandson, Zachary. Eleanore was the last of her family, preceded in death by her sisters and brothers, Mary Lou Paul (Bill), Jenny Yanessa (Tony), William Willie, Victor (Jo Ann) and Alphonso Funzy Santacroce (Stella). She was a member of St. Joseph Church and Christian Mothers. Visitation Friday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at COPELAND'S CORAOPOLIS, 867 Fifth Ave., where prayers will be recited on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. followed by Mass at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Church. Father Richard Jones, celebrant. Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery. We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you the day God called you Home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. -- The Broken Chain by Ron Tranmer. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BICKAR THOMAS L. AGE 91, ON W...
BICKAR THOMAS L. Age 91, on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 of Baldwin Borough. Beloved husband of 67 years to Mary Agnes (Talerico); loving father of Donald (Debbie), Christine (Raymond) Niccolai and the late Jeffrey Bickar; grandfather of Jennifer, Michael, and Daniel Niccolai, Caitlin (Cain) Noble, Nick Bickar, Merideth (Tanner) Stocker; great-grandfather of four; brother of Lawrence (Donna) Bickar. Thomas was a proud Marine who served his country during WWII. He was a lifelong member and altar boy at St. Wendelin Church, a Pittsburgh sports fan with Steeler season tickets and served as the secretary for his union Local #2. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Friday, December 29, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Saturday morning at 11:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Wendelin Church at 12:30 p.m. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EMRO MARLENE M. (MOLINARO) AGE...
EMRO MARLENE M. (MOLINARO) Age 76, of Lincoln Place, on December 26, 2017. Loving mother of James (Kathy) Emro of Pittsburgh; cherished grandmother of Brian (Lindsay) Graham, Shawn (Bethany) Graham and Tyler (Alyssa) Graham; great-grandmother GG Marlene of Annabelle, Sawyer, Caleb, Peyton and Kaden. Marlene was a retired employee of 30 years for U.S. Steel payroll division, 31st Ward Democratic Committee person, member of U.S. Steel Silhouettes, City of Pittsburgh Zone 4 Public safety council, Former Eucharist minister for Holy Angels Church and an avid Bingo player. Friends received at GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., 412-461-6394 on Thursday 6 -9 and Friday 2 -4 and 6-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Maximilian Kolbe R.C. Church on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Please share your condolences and memories at: georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROCCOLO FRANK A. AGE 93, OF B...
BROCCOLO FRANK A. Age 93, of Beechview, on Wednesday, December 27, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Rita Broccolo; loving father of Marie (Joe) Pencosky, Patricia (John) Feeney, Fran Block, Edward (Candy), Anthony (Candace) and the late Kathleen Broccolo; eight grandchildren; six great- grandchildren. Frank was a US Army veteran serving during WWII and a retired boilermaker and proud member of Boilermakers Local #154. Friends received 3-7 p.m. Friday only at BRUSCO - NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD., 2201 Bensonia Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Blessing Service on Saturday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Add a tribute: www.brusco-napierfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARTZ SHERRIE M. (LEPPOLD) AGE...
HARTZ SHERRIE M. (LEPPOLD) Age 74, of Collier Twp., on December 26, 2017. Beloved wife of Carl J. Hartz; loving mother of Gregg (Christine) Hartz and Gary (Julie) Hartz; grandmother of Danny Hartz and Tom (Megan) Nelson; great-grandmother of Ryder and Jaxon Nelson. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Friends received Thursday, 6-8 p.m. and Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., in the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, 10 AM, in St Barbara Church. View and add condolences at: www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOZMINSKI GRIFFIN THOMAS 8 MON...
KOZMINSKI GRIFFIN THOMAS 8 months old, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Monday, December 25, 2017. Beloved son of Craig and Mindy (Martin) Kozminski; precious little brother of Quinn Charlotte and Rilyn Grace Kozminski; beloved grandson of Thomas R. and Helenann Kozminski, William and Sherill Martin; great-grandson of Helen Sperandeo; nephew of Thomas C. (Stephanie) Kozminski, David Kozminski, Kristin (Jamie) Cook, Drew (Kylie) Martin, Stephanie (Brian) Ballard; cousin of Calvin, Sara, Nolan, Ava, and Brewer. Friends and family are invited to the Funeral Services for Griffin on Friday, December 29, 2017, at NOON at the First Reformed Presbyterian Church, 12900 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills, PA 15235. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Burial will be private. Arrangements entrusted to JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL), corner of Beatty Rd. and 48 North, Monroeville, (412-856-4747). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Give Hope through Children's Hospital. Griffin's smile and laughter will be dearly missed by all that knew him. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLONNESE CLEMENT F., JR. CLEM...
COLONNESE CLEMENT F., JR. Clement F. Colonnese, Jr. of Erie, PA (formerly of Deland, Fl) died peacefully at home Monday, December 25th, surrounded by his family. The son of Clement Sr. and Gertrude (Bott) Colonnese, Clement was born June 29, 1942 in Pittsburgh, PA. He is survived by his wife Brenda (Hinman); daughter Michelle Totleben (John) with whom he resided, daughter Suzanne Parker, son Christopher Colonnese, all of Erie, PA, daughter Michelle Colonnese (James Flatley) of South Carolina; sisters Patricia Gardner and Joyce Paschl of Pittsburgh and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Clement attended South High and South High Vocational School in Pittsburgh and was a US Army veteran, honorably discharged in 1961. He held many jobs over his lifetime, from steel work to retail management, but his real gift was as an entrepreneur who made his own way. Since 1971, he owned a variety of businesses, starting with A.A. Canine Coiffure in Pittsburgh, PA. His last and longest running venture reflected his love of photography and cameras with Clem's Classic Cameras shop in Daytona Beach, established in 1992 and still going. Pride in his Italian heritage inspired Clem to learn Italian and visit Italy, seeking out his family's hometown of Nocera Terinese. He visited numerous times over the past 20 years, meeting cousins and making new friends. One of his many interests and hobbies included tropical fish. He maintained beautiful aquariums in his home and built numerous ponds on his property. He also loved history and had an encyclopedic knowledge of the Civil War. He was a generous man with a wonderful sense of humor. He was unique and will be missed by family and friends. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Friday, December 29, 2017, from 3-7 p.m. where a blessing service will be held on Saturday morning at 11. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHULTZ EDWARD L. OF FOREST HI...
SCHULTZ EDWARD L. Of Forest Hills, age 98, died on Tuesday, December 26, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (Barcic) Schultz for 49 years; loving father of Edward J. (Sandy) Schultz of FL, JoAnn (Bill) Seman of Forest Hills and the late Anna Marie (surviving spouse, John); dear grandfather of Bill (Jill) Prichard, Joey (Stephanie) and Alex (Candace) Schultz, Michelle (Shahjahan) Sultan and Michael Seman; proud great-grandfather of Anna Prichard, Oliver, Lucy and Clare Schultz; brother of Helen Halchak of FL. Preceded in death by his brothers, George, William and Joseph Schultz and his sisters, Caroline Simon, Louise Cain and Ann Rodgers. Ed was a WWII Army veteran and served with the Ninth Infantry division. He participated in eight campaigns: Landing of Algeria, French Morocco, Tunisia, Sicily, Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland and the Battle of the Bulge. He served 42 months overseas and was awarded, in addition to other medals, the Bronze Star Medal, the Purple Heart with Cluster, the European-African- Middle East Service Medal with eight Campaign Stars and the Distinguished Unit Badge. Ed landed on Normandy on D-Day plus 3 and eventually crossed the Remagen Bridge. After the war, he landed employment with USSteel Homestead and, later, Westinghouse Bettis. When laid off from Bettis, he became employed as a maintenance man with the Churchill School District and retired after 25 years and its merger into Woodland Hills. Ed was an usher and volunteer with St. Maurice Church where he was a pierogi-maker for the fish fry. He also was an expert handyman and was always willing and able to help friends, neighbors and family with any household or auto problem. Friends are welcome on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Maurice Church on Saturday at 10 a.m. Ed will be laid to rest with Military Honors in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 301 Grant St., Suite 900, Pgh., PA 15219 or www. woundedwarriorproject.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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