SPEICHER HELEN M. (CRECRAFT) Age 89 of Lincoln Place on January 1, 2018. Beloved wife of Walter, loving mother of Renada Speicher of Lincoln Place and Robin and Robert Recker of Lincoln Place, Sister of Lawrence Crecraft of Ohio and the late Lloyd Crecraft, cherished grandmother of Jessica, Jennifer and Robert Recker, and great- grandmother of Anthony, Jameson and Jordan Recker. Preceded in death by her parents Lawrence and Rena (Conrad) Crecraft. Helen was retired payroll clerk for Salvation Army and a member of the Salvation Army. Friends received on Thursday from 6-8 and Friday 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. at GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall, 412-461-6394, where a Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. with Col. Richard Dean officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Salvation Army Temple, 1060 McNeilly Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15226. Please share your condolences and memories at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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YEVICK EDWARD G. EDWARD G. YE...
YEVICK EDWARD G. Edward G. Yevick, 79, of Pittsburgh, died Saturday, December 31, 2017, in UPMC Mercy. Born in McKeesport, October 23, 1938, he was the son of the Late George and Elizabeth (Sabol) Yevick. Mr. Yevick was a Metallurgical Engineer, a member of the Republican Club of Mt. Washington, The Republican Club of Sharpsburg, and the American Welders Society. He is survived by many loving family members and friends who will be received in the William. SKOVRANKO MEMORIAL HOME, Richford and Commonwealth Ave., Duquesne, on Friday, January 5, 2018 from 1 o'clock until 8 p.m. Family request donations be made to the MS Society. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KUGLER DOLORES M. AGE 87, OF M...
KUGLER DOLORES M. Age 87, of McKeesport, died January 1, 2018, LGAR Health & Rehabilitation Center. Born May 12, 1930, in McKeesport, she was the wife of Robert Kugler for over 64 years and the daughter of the late George and Sophia (Kazmierski) Wise. Dolores dedicated her life to caring for her family. In her early years she worked at Menzie Dairy, Westinghouse Airbrake and US Steel Irvin Works. She enjoyed making crafts and made the best homemade cookies. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Dolores is survived by her children, Keith R. Kugler of McKeesport, Diane B. (Gordy) Moretton of North Huntingdon and Ronald J. (Connie) Kugler of McKeesport; grandchildren, Matt, Tim, Adam, Amanda (Scott), Gordon, Tyler, Dylan and Paige; great- grandchildren, Brian, Jr., Ethan and Grayson; also nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by siblings, Margaret Metzler and George P. Wise. Family and friends will be received at JAYCOX - JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, on Thursday, January 4, 2018, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. A blessing service will be in the funeral home chapel at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 5, 2018, with Fr. Steven M. Palsa officiating. Committal will follow in St. Mary Polish Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association National Capital area Chapter, 8180 Greensboro Dr., Suite 400, McLean, VA 22102. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEWART WALTER JR. AND JO LAW...
STEWART WALTER JR. and JO LAWRENCE On Tuesday, December 26, 2017, Walter Stewart Jr. 29 and Jo Lawrence Stewart 7 of N. Braddock, PA. Walter was the son of Tammy Cox-Coburn and Walter Buster Stewart Sr. Jo Lawrence was the son of India Walker and the late Walter Stewart Jr. Both also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation for both Thursday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on January 4, 2018 at Living Water Ministry, 736 Washington Avenue, Braddock, PA, where the funeral service will begin immediately after the visitation Thursday 12:00 p.m. Interment Monongahela Cemetery. Services of comfort entrusted to WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL 808 Talbot Avenue Braddock, PA 15104. (412) 271-3880. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHELL MARGIE M. AGE 95, OF RO...
SCHELL MARGIE M. Age 95, of Ross Township, formerly of Troy Hill, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. Wife of the late Joseph E. Schell; loving mother of Marilyn D. Ruffner, Janna E. Ragland and Brenda J. Kriberney (Gene); proud gram of Karen Czysz Nutt, Christopher Ragland (April), Rebecca Lewis (James), Benjamin Kunning (Wendy) and the late Gene Paul Czysz; great -gram of Max and Silas; sister of Virginia Ann Crowe and Onnie Rector; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1032 Perry Highway, Ross Township, (412-364- 4444), where a Blessing Service will be held on Saturday, at 11 a.m. A Memorial Mass at Incarnation Parish will be held at a later date. Family suggests memorial donations to the Hair Peace Charity, 102 Cleveland Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15202. Online condolences may be offered at www.brandtfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BAKOS JULIUS M., SR. AGE 94, F...
BAKOS JULIUS M., Sr. Age 94, formerly of McKeesport, died January 1, 2018, in Royersford, PA. Born June 10, 1923, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Michael and Rose (Homoki) Bakos and the husband of the late Theresa (Smith) Bakos. Julius retired from the P.L.C.B., in 1985, with 15 years of service. In his early years he owned and operated the "Bakos Cafe," with his father for 19 years. He also worked at Ft. Pitt Foundry, for five years and US Steel National Tube Works, as a timekeeper for five years. He was US Army veteran, serving in the 3rd Armored Division Band in Fort Knox, Kentucky. He belonged to the Aliquippa Lodge #375, F&AM. Julius was born and raised in the Hungarian Reformed Church, where he served on council for many years and was Chief Elder at his churches Mortgage Burning Ceremony. He is survived by his grandaughter, Megan (Joe) Satalino of Royersford, PA; daughter-in-law, Janet Bakos of Moon Twp.; cousin, Joyce Petrlak of Hollywood, FL; and his faithful neighbor, Gay Lapsley. Family and friends will be received at the WILLIG FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, on Friday, January 5, 2018, from 9 a.m. until the time of the blessing service at 11 a.m., in the funeral home chapel. Rev. Daniel Borsay will officiate. Entombment will follow in the McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Hungarian Reformed Church, 1001 University Dr., McKeesport, PA 15132. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCCAULEY THOMAS J., JR. OF MCC...
McCAULEY THOMAS J., Jr. Of McCandless Twp., on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Beloved husband of 64 years to Florence T. (Kress) McCauley; loving father of Paul T. McCauley (Karen), Thomas J. McCauley (Diana), Gary J. McCauley (Kristi), and Joyce A. Brown; brother of the late Robert and James McCauley and Betsy Babilon; proud grandfather of T.J., Brandi, Stephanie, Justin, Matthew, Ryan, Brendan, Michael, and Sean. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Alexis Church Saturday 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, c/o Volunteer Services for Office of Veteran Experience, University Drive C, Pittsburgh, PA 15240. Make checks payable to VA Pittsburgh, and on memo line, please indicate Comfort Blanket Initiative in memory of Tom McCauley. Please got to devlinfuneralhome.com to view this tribute or make an online condolence. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SAWICKI GLENN PATRICK GLENN PA...
SAWICKI GLENN PATRICK Glenn Patrick Sawicki, 52, of Greer, SC passed away on January 1, 2018. He was the son of John and Rose Sawicki of Pittsburgh, PA. Glenn was well-known in the Greenville community as the owner of Saffron's; he was a true humanitarian who supported many local organizations including Centre Stage and Warehouse Theater where he served as a board member for both theaters for many years. Saffron's sponsored the Warehouse Gala and every preview night since 2012. Glenn's personal generosity raised many thousands of dollars over the years for Warehouse Theater, Centre Stage, The Greenville Symphony, and The Children's Museum. Glenn graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. Before his culinary career, Glenn was a firefighter and served two years as President of the Bower Hill Volunteer Fire Department. He became an Eagle Scout with his brother Gary in 1980 in Troop 834, and he also served as assistant Scoutmaster. In addition to his parents John and Rose, Glenn is survived by his sister, Donna Besz (Keith); his twin brother, Gary Sawicki; his niece, Nicole Besz; his nephew, Justin Besz; his aunt, Agnes Makitka; and many loving cousins and devoted friends. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, January 5th at 10:00 a.m. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 1209 Brushy Creek Road, Taylors. A celebration of Glenn's life will be held after the service. Details will be announced on Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. A celebration of life will be held in Pittsburgh at a later date. Online guest registry at MackeyMortuary.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVIS BARBARA J. AGE 76, OF MC...
DAVIS BARBARA J. Age 76, of McKees Rocks, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2018. She was the daughter of the late William and Helen (Carroll) Prescott, Sr.; beloved wife of the late Richard J. Davis; loving mother of Sandra A. Davis-Snow, the late James (Peggy) E. Davis, Ralph A. Davis, Thomas Davis and Richard J. Davis, Jr.; cherished grandmother of Mike, Brandon, Adam, Alyssa, Derek, Amanda, Erin and Mason; beloved sister of William Prescott, Jr. and Sandra (James) Rosso; and numerous other family and friends. The family would like to extend their love and gratitude for Barbara's caregivers, Tracey and Jeannie. Arrangements entrusted to McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRAY ROBERTA "ROBBIE" AGE 65, ...
GRAY ROBERTA "ROBBIE" Age 65, of Gibsonia, on January 2, 2018. Loving companion for 34 years of Richard "Dick" Nalepa; beloved mother of William (Melva) Schurer, Jr. and Jessica Schurer; sister of Carole (John) Nelson and the late Sharon Giesey and Susan Argall; cherished grandmother of Amanda, Tyler, Alyssa and Alexander. Robbie was an out-going, fun loving person who loved everybody. She loved attending craft shows and she and Dick enjoyed Nascar, white-water rafting, and vintage train rides. A memorial service will be held at the Mars VFW, date & time to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations to Animal Friends. Arrangements by SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Bakerstown . www.schellhaasfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FERRARO PATSY AGE 90, OF KENNE...
FERRARO PATSY Age 90, of Kennedy Township, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2018. He was the beloved husband of Margaret (Madia) Ferraro, and the late Angeline (Prince) Ferraro; loving father of Frank D. (Barbara) Ferraro and Patricia (Thomas) Davis; cherished grandfather of Nicholas (Ashley), Sara, Angela, and Amanda; great-grandfather of Lawson; brother of Antionette Cirigliano and the late Joseph (Margaret) Ferraro; and a host of nieces and nephews. Patsy will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. The family would like to thank the caregivers at Genesis for the loving care they gave. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Patsy's name to the South Hills Pet Rescue (www.southhillspetrescue.org, or P.O. Box 224, Monaca, PA 15061). Family and friends may visit FRIDAY, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp., where a prayer service will be offered SATURDAY, 10:00 a.m., followed by interment at Resurrection Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FARBER DOROTHY A. (HEBERT) DO...
FARBER DOROTHY A. (HEBERT) DOT Age 70, of Penn Hills, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2018. Beloved wife of H. Jay Farber II; loving mother of Marcus Farber and David (Jennifer) Farber; adored grandmother of Elle, Eponine, Jay, Emerson, Easton, and Rylan; sister of Donnie Hebert, Mildred Wimpy and Linda Lowe. Dot was active in the Norwin Christian Church and also the Murrysville Women's Community Bible Study. Friends will be received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL) corner of (445) Beatty Rd. and 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Funeral Services will be held Saturday, 10 a.m. at Norwin Christian Church with a visitation at the church one hour prior to service. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Community Bible Study, c/o Tina Baker, 123 Old Suffolk Dr. Monroeville, PA 15146 in memory of Dot Farber. www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOPP JOSEPH H. AGE 70, OF MCKE...
BOPP JOSEPH H. Age 70, of McKees Rocks, passed away suddenly at home Thursday, December 28, 2017. Son of the late Dorothy and John Bopp; beloved wife of over 50 years to Susan M. Bopp; loving father of Rebecca (William) Boehm, Melissa (V. James) Kennane and Joseph J. Bopp; cherished grandfather of seven; great-grandfather of 12; and brother of John Bopp and the late Frank Bopp. Joe was the father, or grandfather to almost everyone he knew. He could not go anywhere without hearing "Pops", or "Pap", multiple times. Everyone who knew him, loved him. He has a special place in everyone's heart, and will be deeply missed. Joe was retired from Neville Chemical Company. Respecting his wishes, there will not be a viewing. Friends and family are asked to attend a casual memorial service held at the McKees Rocks VFW, 1242 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks, PA 15136, at 12:00 p.m., on SUNDAY, January 14, 2018. In lieu of flowers, we are asking for donations to help the family with the expenses. Donations may be sent to the family of Joseph H. Bopp, 44 Linshaw Ave., Pgh., PA 15205, or by donating online at https://www.gofundme.com/the-family-of-joseph-h-bopp/donate Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EICHER SHARON G. SHARON G. EI...
EICHER SHARON G. Sharon G. Eicher (1946-2018) 71, Pittsburgh, died Tuesday, January 2, 2018. Born, Blairsville, PA, July 31, 1946. Daughter of the late Raymond and Virginia (Fletcher) Apryasz; mother of Darren Eicher (Bethani); grandmother of Averi and Archie Eicher; sister of Sandra McLaughlin and Stanley Apryasz (Toni). Also survived by nieces, nephews and a dear friend, Billy Palmerini who helped take care of her. Friends will be received Friday from 3-6 p.m. at SHOEMAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC. 49 N. Walnut St., Blairsville, PA 15717. Interment in SS Simon & Jude Cemetery, Blairsville, PA. Please visit and leave condolences at www.shoemakerfh-monuments.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PICARD KATHERINE (OSWALD) AGE ...
PICARD KATHERINE (OSWALD) Age 61, of McCandless Township, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2018. Kathy has been with North Allegheny School District for nearly 20 years. She was a member of St. Catherine of Sweden Church, an avid fisherman and a dedicated loving mother. She is survived by her sons, Luke Picard, of Ingomar and Patrick Picard, of McCandless Township; grandson, Nicklas Picard and her brother, William (Valerie) Oswald, of Houston, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Irene (Jaglauer) Oswald; husband, James R. Picard and her granddaughter, Kiera Lynn Picard. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2018, at St. Catherine of Sweden Roman Catholic Church, 2554 Wildwood Road in Allison Park, with Fr. John Nanz officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Kathy's family at www.kingfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEWIS HELEN L. AGE 89 OF MCKEE...
LEWIS HELEN L. Age 89 of McKeesport, died Tue., Jan. 2 , 2018. Born Mar. 9, 1928, she was a daughter of the late Emmett and Agnes (Bumbarger) Wood; wife of the late George V. Lewis, who died November 1, 2005; mother of George V. (Judy) Lewis, Jr. of Mt. Vernon, Mark (Diana) Lewis of Greenock, Paul (Martha) Lewis of Durham, ME, Gerald (Mary Lou) Lewis of Hanover, and Susan (Dean) Helderlein of White Oak; grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother of many; sister of Marian Derr of NC and the late Robert and Rev. William Wood. Friends received in the DANIEL F. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 4504 Walnut St.,Versailles Boro, McKeesport, PA 15132 (412-678-3454) on Friday, January 5, 2018 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral service on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 12 Noon in the funeral home. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DUNN JENNIFER LYNN ON TUESDAY,...
DUNN JENNIFER LYNN On Tuesday, January 2, 2018. Beloved wife of Craig Dunn; loving mother of Jill and Jocey Dunn; daughter of Patricia and the late Walter Sherba; daughter-in-law of Bena and the late Fred Dunn; sister of Marianne (Squire) Downey, Terri (Tom) Galante, and Joni Flanagan; sister- in-law of John (Kathy) Dunn, Lisa Johnson, Christopher (Tess) Dunn, and Nicole (April) Dunn; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Barbara Church on Saturday at 10 a.m. (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH.) Burial in St. Ignatius Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Ave., Pgh., PA 15212. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOHNSON PAUL ON WEDNESDAY, DEC...
JOHNSON PAUL On Wednesday, December 27, 2017, Paul Johnson of Duquesne, PA. Husband of Patricia Maxine Johnson; father of Paula Domes, Eleanor Washington, Jackie Washington and Willie Johnson; stepfather of Jackie (Cornell) Henderson, Dwayne (Mary) Ausbrooks, Tina Cook and Carl Ausbrooks; brother of Maeola Wilson. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other family members and friends. Visitation Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on January 5, 2018, at Liberty Baptist Church, 4th and Camp Avenue, Braddock, PA, where the funeral service will be held after the visitation Friday 12:00 p.m. Interment Monongahela Cemetery. 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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BALUKIN RAYMOND L. RAY AGE 7...
BALUKIN RAYMOND L. RAY Age 77, of Plum Boro, peacefully, on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, following many years of health problems. Husband of 57 years to Andreatte (Leskanic) "Andi" Balukin; father of Lisa (Gary) Fraser and Melissa (Keith) Markham; grandfather of Jason (Ashley) Markham, Eric Fraser, and Dani Markham; great- grandfather of Jamison, Casey, and Rylee; also survived by nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his canine companion, Charley. He retired from Allegheny County Department of Aviation, Pittsburgh International Airport and Stanford Home Center. Friends received, Thursday, 3:00-8:00 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road) Penn Hills. Mass of Christian Burial, Friday, 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Joy Parish. Interment in Plum Creek Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPAGNOL AGNES A. AGNES A. SPAG...
SPAGNOL AGNES A. Agnes A. Spagnol, of Bethel Park, passed peacefully on January 2, 2018 at St. Clair Hospital. Born January 21, 1926 in Pittsburgh, she was one of six children. As a homemaker, she was devoted to her husband, her family and her community. She spent countless hours volunteering at St Clair Hospital, the Bethel Community Center and Meals on Wheels. She possessed a true zest for life and a generosity of spirit. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony P. Spagnol, her daughter-in-law, Pam Spagnol and her five siblings. She will be remembered and missed by her children; Thom Spagnol, William (Leslie) Spagnol, Mary Spagnol (Rick Silverman), Jeanne (Parker) May and Bob Spagnol (Molly Stahlman); her grandchildren Nick (Susan) Spagnol, Michael Spagnol, Scott (Lara) Silverman, Andrew Spagnol, Matthew Spagnol; and her great grandchildren, Logan and Vivian Spagnol. Friends will be received Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m. at BEINHAUERS, 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, 724-941- 3211, where a Blessing Service will be held at Saturday at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Queen of Heaven. Family requests that in the spirit of Agnes's generousity , donations be made in her memory to St. Clair Hospital Foundation, 1000 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243 with Patient Assistance in the memo. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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