SCHOENEBERGER LARRY M. Age 63, of Buffalo Twp., passed away in the arms of his family at his home on Saturday, December 30, 2017, while in the company of family. Larry was born in Nazareth, PA on January 5, 1954. He was the son of Delores (Fox) Schoeneberger, of Nazareth, PA and the late John C. Schoeneberger, Sr. Larry graduated from Bucknell University in 1975 with his bachelor's degree in accounting. He was also a "Kodak All-American" linebacker on the Bucknell Football team and a member of the Bucknell Sports Hall of Fame. Larry was the Vice President of Finance for GENCO in Blawnox. He had worked for the company for the past 31 years and just retired in 2015. Larry enjoyed the outdoors, animals, hiking, gardening and was an avid reader. He loved to spend time with his family and especially his two grandsons. Larry is survived by his wife of 41 years, Janice (Owens) Schoeneberger; two sons, Kurt C. Schoeneberger, of Buffalo Twp., Erich J. and Lindsay Schoeneberger, of Buffalo Twp.; and a daughter, Kristen L. Schoeneberger, of Morgantown, WV; his two grandsons, Lukas and Levi Schoeneberger. Larry is also survived by his three sisters, Sheila and Keith Fogel, of Walnutport, PA, Linda and Todd Kaplan, of Allentown, PA, Lisa and Scott Palochik, of Nazareth, PA; two brothers, John C. and Kathie Schoeneberger, Jr. of Nazareth, PA, Terry Schoeneberger, of Nazareth, PA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at 6-8 p.m. and on Wed., January 3, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the REDMOND FUNERAL HOME, INC., 524 High St. in Freeport, PA. Everyone is asked to gather at St. Mary, Mother of God Church in Freeport for the funeral service that will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, January 4, 2018, with Father Ronald Maquinana, officiating. A private family burial service will be held in St. Mary's Cemetery Freeport, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Guillain-Barré Syndrome, CIDP 375 East Elm Street, Suite 101, Conshohocken, PA 19428 or you can donate online at, www.gbs-cidp.org. To send a condolence visit, redmondfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NIX JIMMY LEE, SR. ON SATURDAY...
NIX JIMMY LEE, Sr. On Saturday, December 30, 2017, Jimmy Lee, Sr., age 82, of Bethel Park. Beloved husband of Carol Ann (Tomal) Nix; father of Jimmy Lee (Amy) Nix, Jr., Jeffrey Lee Nix, Tracy Lee (Ed) McNally, and the late Gary Lee Nix; grandfather of Jimmy Lee III, Tommy, Danielle, Michelle and Nicole; great- grandfather of Colton; brother of Bettye Baxter and the late Creed Calvin Nix; also survived by nieces and nephews. Jimmy was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a member of the Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526. 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 where a service will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Condolences may be offered for the family at www.GriffithFH.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TALACKINE THEODORE MARK, SR. A...
TALACKINE THEODORE MARK, Sr. Age 76, of Turtle Creek, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2017. Beloved husband of 53 years Donna (Jessop) Talackine; loving father of Theodore (Jennifer) Talackine, Jr. and Heather (Paul) Oravitz; "Pap" of Taylor and Cole; brother of the late Ernest, David, "Peppy" Perry, and Virginia; also several nieces and nephews. Ted worked for Turtle Creek Auto Parts and Valley Auto Parts for several years. He was an avid NASCAR fan and loved Harley Davidson Motorcycles. He loved vacationing with his beloved children and grandchildren at the beach. Friends will be received Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., corner of (118) Shaw & Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek (412-823-1950), where a service will be Wednesday 10 a.m. www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOLF THOMAS LEO AGE 73, OF VAL...
WOLF THOMAS LEO Age 73, of Valencia, on December 29, 2017. Born on March 24, 1944, in Pittsburgh and raised on Troy Hill, he was the son of the late William and Anna Zuleba Wolf. Beloved husband for 49 years of Veronica Kovach Wolf, whom he married in St. Mark Church, McKees Rocks, on November 9, 1968. Beloved father of Thomas C. Wolf and Kristen (Brian) Mihelich; brother of William, Donald and Richard Wolf; proud grandfather of Adam, Nathan, Samuel, and Lauren. Friends received Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 5864 Heckert Rd., Bakerstown. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday at 10:30 a.m. in Holy Sepulcher Church. A Vietnam War U.S. Army veteran, Tom was owner of All Glass Service Co., Wolf Glass & Mirror, and Tom's Glass Co. He also was a longtime member of Holy Sepulcher Church. In lieu of flowers, donations to Wounded Warrior Foundation. www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HODGDON THOMAS G. III AGE 78, ...
HODGDON THOMAS G. III Age 78, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2017, at Heritage Crossings, a caring and loving community, in Jacksonville, FL. From his birth in Pittsburgh, PA on April 8, 1939, to Thomas G. and Bernice (Cruikshank) Hodgdon, Jr. to his death, he lived life as a great adventure. He grew up in Ben Avon Heights, PA, the oldest of two sons. Tom was a swimmer at Avonworth HS, a musician, an oarsman at Purdue University, a fisherman, sailor, outdoorsman, Steelers fan, father, and brother. Tom will be forever remembered by his children Thomas G. Guy Hodgdon IV of Auburn, CA, James A. (Hiromi) Hodgdon of Jacksonville, FL, and Amy B. (Viktor) (Hodgdon) Götz of Wexford, PA; his six grandchildren, Réka, Sophia, Gábriel, Naomi, Emily, and Ian; and his brother, Allan C. (Dorothy) Hodgdon of Mercer, PA. In keeping with the wishes of Tom, there will be no funeral services. The scattering of his ashes by his family will be private. To our dear father, fair winds and following seas... Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VOGLIANO RICHARD C. DICK AGE...
VOGLIANO RICHARD C. DICK Age 78, of Gibsonia, on December 29, 2017. Beloved husband for 56 years of Rose Mary Flaherty Vogliano; father of Reina Vogliano, Joe (Sally) Vogliano, Tracy (Kenny Mounts) Graziotto, and Gina (Nate) Herber; brother of Jo Ann (Tom) Bundy, Robbie (Diann) Vogliano, and Maria (Pat) Pest; proud grandfather of Ben Palko, Adam (Anna) Palko, Anthony and Emma Vogliano, Olivia and Sophia Graziotto, and Jack Herber. Friends received Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LTD., 5864 Heckert Road, Bakerstown. Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Richard Church on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Holy Savior Catholic Cemetery. A graduate of Carnegie Tech, Dick was an executive with Westinghouse Electric Corp. for 30 years. He loved golf, fishing, hunting, skiing, and bowling. Dick was a longtime member of St. Richard Church and above everything, loved being with his family and grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations to Parkinson Foundation, www.pfwpa.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KNEZEVICH E. PETE AGE 75, OF...
KNEZEVICH E. PETE Age 75, of Monroeville, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2017. Beloved husband of Janice (Zolet) Knezevich; loving father of Carrie Knezevich, Colleen (William Pentecost) Knezevich, Peter (Rebecca) Knezevich, and Kathleen (Michel) Wetli; adored grandfather of Gracie Knezevich; brother of Tim (Marylou) Knezevich, Dennis (Cathy) Knezevich, Chris (Patricia Morrissey) Knezevich, Mary (Roy) Hostetter, and Sally (Bill) Weiser. Pete was a golf salesmen for Titleist in the tri-state area for 30 years and was a member of the American Legion #980 in Plum. He was a caring, loving father that was an active donor to multiple charities. Friends will be received Monday 1-5 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL), corner of (445) Beatty Rd. & 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernadette Parish Tuesday, 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Good Shepherd Cemetery. The family kindly suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212 or online at www.littlesistersofthepoorpittsburgh.org. www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CASTELVETER DONALD R. CASS A...
CASTELVETER DONALD R. CASS Age 86, of Kennedy Twp., passed peacefully surrounded by his family on December 29, 2017. He was born December 14, 1931, to the late Joseph and Fannie Castelveter. Beloved husband for 65 years to Justine; proud father of Mark, Dale (Karen), Todd (Stephanie) and Donn (Lauren); cherished grandfather of Joshua, Amber, Vincent, Anthony, Marco, Emily, Mason, and Brandon; dear brother of Robert, and the late Louis, Patsy Castelveter, and Evelyn Andrasko. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews; and his best friend, pet Ben. He retired after 25 years with United Airlines. He was a Korean War veteran, proudly serving eight years in the U.S. Coast Guard Aviation. He was a longtime Kennedy Twp. Little League coach. He joined the Kennedy Twp. Volunteer Fire Department in 1960 and was a lifetime member, serving two years as President. He was a bartender at the Fireman's Club and participated in bingo, street fairs and parades. An avid Pittsburgh sports fan, especially the Steelers. He was a friend to all and ready to lend a helping hand to anyone. We are truly blessed to have had him in our lives and he will live forever in our hearts. Family and friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. TUESDAY at the McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp., where prayers will be offered WEDNESDAY at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Malachy Church. mcdermottfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRISTON ERIC DAVID Eric David Briston, age 53, of Braddock, PA went home with the Lord peacefully on Wednesday, December 27, 2017. Loving companion of Vivian; father of Darwin, Eric, Jr., Marlan, Ronald and Shambra; brother of Ronald (Margaret), Donna, Mark (Maureen) and Michael, Sr. (DeLace). Also survived by four grandchildren, other family and friends. Visitation 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at Unity Baptist Church, 420 Fifth Street, Braddock, PA where the funeral service will be held after the visitation Tuesday 12 p.m. Interment Restland Memorial Park. 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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DUFF JAMES AGE 87, OF MONROEVI...
DUFF JAMES Age 87, of Monroeville, beloved husband, father and 'Pap' passed away on December 29, 2017. He was the son of the late James A. Duff, Sr. and Nellie Hepler-Reid Duff. He was born and raised in Turtle Creek where he met the love of his life, Mae Shearer Duff, at the age of 15. They married at age 20 and up until her passing in January they had been together for 66 years. Their years together are a true testament of their love for each other. Those years produced the loving family of daughter, Lynne (Wayne Morrison), daughter, Sharon (Anthony Marfisi), twin daughters, Barbara (James Reber), and Susan (Joseph DiMario); and son, James III (Kortni). To his 11 grandchildren, he was their Pap and will be missed by Megan and Scott Morrison, Jessica, Jennifer and Jared Marfisi, Stephen and Jason Reber, Garrett and Austin DiMario, and Adam and Kristin Duff. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. -1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 3, 2018, at the GENE H. CORL, INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike, (412-372-2100). Funeral service in the funeral chapel will follow the viewing. The family will have a private graveside service at Churchill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Crossroads Presbyterian Church food bank (412-372-2226). www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ASHTON MARY KAY AGE 87, OF MCK...
ASHTON MARY KAY Age 87, of McKeesport, passed away on December 30, 2017. She was born in Warren, PA on April 4, 1930, the daughter of John and Mary Buda Strefeler and the wife of the late Edward J. Ashton. She is survived by her daughter, Jane (John) Aiken of Monroeville: grandchildren, Edward Aiken of Durham, NC, Dr. Allison (Mang Chen) Aiken of Berkley, CA, and Janelle (Ian) Eberhardt of Brighton Heights; great-grandchild, Rohan Aiken Chen; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was especially close with her niece, Trish. She was preceded in death by brothers, Edmund and Jim Strefeler. Mary Kay belonged to many organizations including AARP #2294, AOH of Pitcairn, Dravosburg American Legion Auxiliary, White Oak American Legion, and was a Renzie Senior. She retired after 30 plus years from Verizon, formerly Bell Telephone, where she was a member of the Bell Telephone Pioneers. Friends and family will be received on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at STRIFFLER'S OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES, INC., 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, Supervisor 412-678-6177). A Mass will be held on Wednesday, January 3, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at North American Martyrs Parish, 2526 Haymaker Road, Monroeville PA 15146, with Father Joseph Luisi, officiating. Burial will follow. Remembrances may be made in Mary Kay's name to the White Oak American Legion Post #701, 2813 Capitol St., White Oak, PA 15131. Condolences may be made at strifflerfuneralhomes.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SERRATORE BENEDICT P. AGE 100,...
SERRATORE BENEDICT P. Age 100, a good and faithful servant of the Lord, passed peacefully on Saturday, December 30, 2017, under hospice care at St. Clair Hospital. Loving husband of 69 years to the late Veronica "Vera" Serratore; cherished father of Sister of Charity Joyce Serratore, Veronica "Vicki" (Charles) Whitelaw and Benedict J. "Bud" (Sharon) Serratore; son of the late Peter and Felicia Serratore; brother of the late Catherine, Phyllis, Joseph, Helen and Henry. Also survived by many devoted nieces, nephews and their families. Proud WWII veteran serving in the Army Air Corps. Founder of the South Pittsburgh Realty Co., serving the South Hills for over 60 years. Active in both his community and St. Gabriel's Parish. Longtime member of American Legion Brookline. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Monday, January 1, 2018, from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church at 10 a.m. Entombment in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Sisters of Charity Seton Hill or St. Gabriel Church. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SILBERMAN FREDA DIED PEACEFULL...
SILBERMAN FREDA Died peacefully at home on Saturday, December 30, 2017, at the end of a long, beautiful life, beautifully lived. Beloved wife of the late Aaron (1993); most beloved mother of Renée Silberman (Ted Medzon) and Steven (Lynn) Silberman; cherished grandmother of Benjamin (Laura Monner), Daniel, and Nina Holt, Michael (Jill) and Ted Silberman; dearest great-grandma of Annika and Aaron Holt; and Stella Silberman; loving sister of Sidney Emerman and the late Arnold Emerman. Survived by several nieces, a nephew. Freda was a loyal friend to many, dedicated to the well-being of all whose lives she touched. She and Aaron were enthusiastic supporters of cultural life in Pittsburgh and beyond, renowned for their generosity in promoting music and musicians. With Aaron, Freda created a concert series at Rodef Shalom, the first of their ventures as impresarios with a personal touch. They delighted in bringing artists to the city over a period of 20 years in programs that were offered free to the public. Following Aaron's death, Freda continued their projects, which also included concert series at Allegheny College in Meadville, and at Baruch College in New York City. These gifts to a wide and intersecting population of musicians and audiences will remain a lasting testament to Freda and Aaron, their belief in the best things in life. Freda will remain in the hearts of family and friends her life was a great blessing! Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Monday, January 1, 2018, at 10 a.m. Visitation one hour prior to services, (9 10 a.m.). Interment West View Cemetery of Rodef Shalom Congregation. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CASTNER MARY MADELYN MM (GAN...
CASTNER MARY MADELYN MM (GANNON) Mary Madelyn "MM" Gannon Castner, age 92, died peacefully on December 29, 2017, at Presbyterian Senior Care in Oakmont, PA. From her birth in Pittsburgh, on March 20, 1925, to her death she nourished her family and friends with love and faith. She was born in Squirrel Hill to Edward J.I. Gannon and Mary Dunn Gannon and was the oldest of three children. After graduating from St. Philomena's parochial school and Sacred Heart High School, MM attended the Margaret Morrison Carnegie College of the Carnegie Institute of Technology (now Carnegie Mellon University) in Pittsburgh. MM was graduated in 1947 with a BS degree. While at Margaret Morrison, she helped to found the Beta Nu Chapter of Delta Gamma Fraternity in 1944. MM married Robert J. Castner on November 27, 1947. MM and Bob had ten children, which kept MM busy organizing school and after-school activities with the skills of an air traffic controller. MM had the gift of treating everyone as special and unique. She was a Cub Scout den mother and a leader in the Mother's Guilds at St. Philomena and Central Catholic. Once her children left the nest, MM shared her energy and warm personality by volunteering as a docent at Clayton, the Pittsburgh home of Henry Clay Frick, as well as at the Carnegie Museum of Art. MM loved to travel, organizing many vacation trips involving drives across the US or to the beach with her entire family and, later, with Bob or with friends. She especially enjoyed sharing stories of her trips to Ireland, Italy and Australia. Left to honor MM and remember her love are MM's ten children, Robert J. Castner, Jr. (Kathleen), Edward R. Castner (Nancy), William M. Castner, Michael F. Castner (Ann), Madelyn F. Castner, Lawrence V. Castner (Priscilla), John C. Castner (Jane), James G. Castner (Kelly), Mark J. Castner (Sondra), and Jeanne "Bitsy" Davis (John); 20 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a brother, Edward J. I. Gannon, Jr.; and many nieces and nephews. MM was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and sister, Jeanne Gannon Alvin. MM will be remembered as a bright, shining light in the various organizations and churches she served. The family will greet friends from 2 to 4 and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, January 4, 2018, at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street (freyvogelfuneralhome.com). Funeral Friday, January 5, 2018, Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bede Church, 509 South Dallas Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in MM's name to the Clayton Conservation Project at the Frick Art & Historical Center. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPENCER DAVID E. SPENCE AGE ...
SPENCER DAVID E. SPENCE Age 66, passed away December 27, 2017. Beloved father of Tasia Smith; and devoted grandfather of Aumbrey, Tachia, Talyah and Aumar (Manny); brother of Mary Davis (Raymond), Janet Ray, Diane Hunt (Larry), Robert Spencer (Cheryl) and Theodore Spencer (Lisa); and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Friends will be received on Monday, January 1, 2018, from 4-8 p.m. at ODELL ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, 2025 Perrysville Avenue. Funeral Tuesday 11:00 a.m., Destiny of Faith Church, 3737 Brighton Road. Interment private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLUMBUS MARY AGE 95, OF PENN ...
COLUMBUS MARY Age 95, of Penn Hills, on Sunday, December 31, 2017. Beloved wife of John R., Sr.; loving mother of JoAnne (the late Murry), John Columbus and Louis (Charlene Jackson) Columbus; grandmother of Kenneth, David (Jen) and Nicole; great-grandmother of Joey, Danny and Maria; sister of Helen Papa and the late Ann Citriniti, Jean Knapp and Margaret Colazzi; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She loved her Pittsburgh sports teams and bingo. Friends received, Tuesday 3-8 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills. Mass of Christian Burial, Wednesday 10 a.m. at St. Gerard Majella Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COSTANZO VICTOR AGE 87, OF KEN...
COSTANZO VICTOR Age 87, of Kennedy Twp., passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 30, 2017. Victor was born in Calabria, Italy and arrived in the US at the age of six accompanied by his mother, Maria Grazia, his sister, Mary and his brother, Frank. They came to join his father, Antonio, in Pittsburgh. His parents, sister, and brother, preceded him in death. Victor was the beloved husband of Betty (Fratto) Costanzo for 61 years. Loving father of Tony (Tina) Costanzo, Patricia (Ron) Bednar and Vicki (Bill) Prion. He also leaves behind four grandchildren who brought great joy to his life, Amy Bednar, Andrew (fiancée Kacee) Bednar, Brian Bednar and Gemma Prion. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Victor was a proud member of the Armed Forces and served during the Korean War. He was a member of the VFW. The Costanzo family would like to thank family, friends, neighbors and strangers who prayed and offered help in any way during the lengthy period of Victor's illness. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Tuesday 1 to 6 p.m. at the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 700 7th St., McKees Rocks, PA 15136. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 11:30 a.m. St. John of God Parish, the Church at St. Mary's. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.musmannofh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PETERS BETTY D. PEACEFULLY, ON...
PETERS BETTY D. Peacefully, on Saturday, December 30, 2017, Betty D. Peters, age 95, of McCandless Twp. Beloved wife for 60 years of the late John F. Peters, Jr.; mother of Barbara (Jim) Caszatt of VA, John F. (Sarah) Peters III of Evans City, David M. (Donna) Peters of McCandless Twp., and Amy (Jim) McCaffrey of McCandless Twp.; also survived by ten grandchildren, seven great- grandchildren, and one great- great-grandson. Friends received Wednesday from 1 p.m. until time of service at 3 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Hwy., Pgh., PA 15237. Betty will be remembered for the graciousness and kindness that she showed to others, her love for her family, and the devotion she had to her church since becoming a member in 1963 of St. John's Lutheran Church of Highland, 311 Cumberland Rd., Pgh., PA 15237 where in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the building fund. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ARCHER IDA FREDA TOMMY AGE 9...
ARCHER IDA FREDA TOMMY Age 96 of Shaler Twp., on Dec. 30, 2017. Beloved wife of the late David G. Archer; loving mother of Diane L. Archer and David S. (Carole) Archer; sister of Ruth Mae Waddell; dear grandmother of David S. Archer III (Amber), Nicholas Ferraro (Gina), Daneal Hansel (Douglas) and Douglas Ferraro; great-grandmother of four, great-great-grandmother of one. Visitation Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Funeral service Wednesday 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to Bethel Lutheran Church, 301 Scott Ave., Glenshaw, PA 15116. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CASPER VALERIE J. AGE 67, OF O...
CASPER VALERIE J. Age 67, of Oakmont, on December 30, 2017, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Wexford. Born September 16, 1950, in Greensburg to the late Paul W. and Julia L. (Safran) Casper. Preceded in death by her loving husband, John M. Chaufty. Valerie was a Catholic School elementary teacher in CA and in the Pittsburgh Diocese for over 20 years. She enjoyed reading, gardening and spending time with her family. Survivors include a sister, Anita (J.T.) Tuskan, New Kensington; two brothers, Paul (Carmen) Casper, OH and Richard (Glenda) Casper, York, PA; two nephews, Ian (Nicole) Casper, her Godson, Justin (Caitlin) Tuskan; two nieces, Julie (Greg Wagner) Tuskan and Jessica Tuskan; two great- nephews, Ralph and John Casper; a great-niece, Emma Tuskan; two brothers-in-law, James and Joseph Chaufty; and a sister-in-law, Kathleen (Marty) Weaver. She is also survived by her two cats she loved dearly, Buddy and Bella. Also surviving are many aunts, uncles and cousins in the Jeannette area. Friends will be received Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the GIUNTA - BERTUCCI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1509 5th Ave., Arnold, John Paul Bertucci, Owner-Supervisor. Prayers of transfer will take place Wednesday 9:30 a.m. in the Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at Mt. St. Peter R.C. Church, 100 Freeport Rd., New Kensington, PA 15068. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Valerie's name to the American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Society or an Animal Shelter of their choice. Burial will be private. To leave an online condolence visit www.giunta-bertucci.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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