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RODMAN ALICE C. AGE 79, OF MCK...

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RODMAN ALICE C. Age 79, of McKeesport, died May 3, 2018, at Select Specialty of McKeesport. Born August 17, 1938, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Dougherty) Kistler and the wife of the late Nicholas Rodman. Alice was retired from Jefferson Hospital, where she worked in the cafeteria. She was a member of the former St. Pius V Church. She was an avid card player and enjoyed visiting the casino. Alice is survived by her children, Veronica Rodman of McKeesport and Valerie Rodman of North Versailles; grandchildren, Justin Rodman, Kevin Rodman and Soren Rodman; great-granddaughter, Anna Rodman; brother, Richard (Ann) Kistler of Reno, NV; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Alice was preceded in death by her sister, June Serfass. Family and friends will be received at JAYCOX - JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY on Sunday, May 6, 2018, from 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, May 7, 2018, 1:30 p.m., at St. Angela Merici Church, Fr. Kevin Dominik will be the celebrant. Inurnment will be in New St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date. Condolences and memories may be shared at: www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SATURLEY FREDERICK G. AGE 87, ...

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SATURLEY FREDERICK G. Age 87, of Ross Twp., peacefully, on Thursday, May 3, 2018. Beloved husband of Mary Saturley; proud father of David (Maria) Saturley of Sarasota, FL, Susan Saturley of Ross Twp., Fred (Patty Ramey) Saturley of VA, and Linda Saturley of Ross Twp.; loving pap pap of Sean, Lori, Shannon (Josh), and Sarah; also four great-grandchildren, Preston, Jonah, Hannah, and Violet. Friends will be received on Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Funeral Service will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the American Cancer Society. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HETTICH DOROTHY L. AGE 94, OF ...

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HETTICH DOROTHY L. Age 94, of Bethel Park, born February 6, 1924, in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, passed away on Friday, May 4, 2018. Beloved wife of 72 years to Edward Hettich; daughter of the late Victoria and Peter Selzda; loving mother of Edward (Valeria) Hettich, Jr. and Betty (Dan) Huebert; proud grandmother of Jason (Kathy) Hettich, Douglas (Casey) Hettich, Kelly (Derek) Pollard, and the late Amanda Huebert; great-grandmother of Alexis Hettich. Upon graduating from high school, she was employed by McGraw Hill Publishing Co. in New York City until her marriage to Edward in September of 1945. She and her husband were avid participants at Field Archery Tournaments throughout New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey. They both achieved Expert Class and were awarded many trophies. She held the office of Secretary-Treasurer for the Tel-Star Bowmen. After receiving vocal training in New York, she became a private voice teacher and pursued her love for singing. She was a soloist in the Pleasantville, NY Oratorio Group and a 20 year choir member and soloist at Holy Rosary Church in Hawthorne, NY. Upon moving to Bethel Park in 1969, she became a member of St. Valentine Church Choir for 20 years. Friends will be received on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PAUL HENNEY CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday 10 a.m. at St. Valentine Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MCWILLIAMS MARGARET MARY “MAGG...

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McWILLIAMS MARGARET MARY “MAGGIE” (DOWDS) Age 61, of Crafton, peacefully on Friday, May 4, 2018. Beloved mother of Jessica (Adam) McWilliams- Brandt and Ian (Jessica) McWilliams; devoted Mimi of Sydney Margaret and Madison Grace; sister of Mary Jo Dowds, Patty (Ron) Cornelius, Katie (Tom) Sheridan; and Fr. Jim Dowds; aunt of Michael, Matthew, Jim, Molly and Patrick; daughter of the late Mary Joan and James Dowds. Maggie is also survived by many family and friends and will be remembered for her fierce sense of humor, love of the beach and her proud Irish heritage. She was a nurse for over 40 years. Maggie carried on her mother's career legacy at Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh. Visitation Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Philip Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Maggie's name to the National Kidney Foundation (www.kidney.org), 2403 Sidney St., Suite 230, Pgh., PA 15203 or the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org), 112 Washington Pl., #1520, Pgh., PA 15219. schepnermcdermott.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GIELEWSKI KATHERINE “KAYTE” AG...

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GIELEWSKI KATHERINE “KAYTE” Age 29, of Shaler Twp., unexpectedly on May 2, 2018. Mother of Kylee Landy; daughter of Michael Gielewski and the late Christina Shandor; sister of Michael P. Gielewski, Jr. and Amy Geis; granddaughter of Sarah Moser. Visitation Sunday 2 p.m. until the time of the service at 5 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to a charity of one's choice. Please visit us at: neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MCGEE CATHERINE (MS. CATHY) AG...

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McGEE CATHERINE (Ms. CATHY) Age 74, of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2018. Beloved wife of David J. McGee; mother of Catherine Underwood, Dyrue McGee, and Dina McGee; grandmother of eight, great- grandmother of one; sister of Julia and Robert Underwood and the late Mary Barlow, Isaac and Hurd Underwood; also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation on Monday, May 7, 2018, from 2-8 p.m. Ebenezer Baptist Church, 2001 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219, where Funeral will be held on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at 11 a.m. Interment Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GEYER PATRICIA M. (MARSULA) AG...

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GEYER PATRICIA M. (MARSULA) Age 84, of Pitcairn, passed away Thursday, May 3, 2018. She was born October 17, 1933, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late John Matthew and Bernice Catherine (Barnes) Marsula. She was a member of All Souls Episcopal Church in North Versailles. Before retiring, she worked as a secretary and receptionist at Union Switch & Signal, Rockwell, and the University of Pittsburgh. She was a proud member of the Eastern Star, Amaranth, Fireman's and Engineer's Lady Auxiliary, Dames of Malta, and the White Shrine of Jerusalem. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of over 47 years, Lawrence Geyer; brother, Jack Marsula; and sister, Bernice Katherine Lasher. She is survived by her son, Lawrence (Susan) Geyer, Jr. of Chalfant; and granddaughter, Elizabeth Geyer. Friends and family will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the FORGIE - SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. Everyone will gather at All Souls Episcopal Church in North Versailles at 1 p.m. Monday for a Funeral Service. Interment will follow at Restland Memorial Park in Monroeville. For online condolences please visit: snyderfuneralservices.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

LIEB BETTY J. BORN JANUARY 5, ...

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LIEB BETTY J. Born January 5, 1932, to Hester and John Bain, Jr. in Midway, PA. Married to Delmar J. Lieb April 18, 1981, in Allison Park, PA. Survived by sister, Vivian (Noil) Hall; brother, Harry ( Vernice) Bain; stepchildren, Jamie (John) Covelli, Patty (Charlie) Porrittt, and Michael Lieb; grandchildren, Bryant (Jaci) Covelli, Julia Covelli, Dria Porritt (Saiman Lim), Abbie Porritt, Max Porritt; and great- grandson, Henry Covelli. Preceded in death by her husband, Delmar; stepson, David Lieb; sister, Faye (Warren) Baker; brothers, Kenneth (Maryann) Bain and Richard (Hilda) Bain. Resided in Colliers, WV from 1938 unit 1985. Graduated from Follansbee High School and attended the Pittsburgh Art Institute. Retired from Weirton Steel Payroll Department, Weirton, WV. Was a member of Wildwood Golf Club. Well loved by all her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews who share fond memories with "Jane". Enjoyed traveling with her husband, Delmar, and enjoyed her dear and close friends at Wildwood gatherings. Betty also hosted years of holiday celebrations with our family and we are all grateful to have had the pleasure of having Betty be a part of our lives. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Service will be held in St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Allison Park, on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Donations welcome at North Hills Community Outreach or Good Samaritan Hospice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MOORE MOSES ON TUESDAY, MARCH ...

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MOORE MOSES On Tuesday, March 1, 2018, of North Braddock, PA. Father of Penny Graves (Wayne) and Diana Moore; brother of Eddie Humphrey and Maryann Jackson; also survived by seven grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, other relatives and friends. Visitation Sunday 4-8 p.m. on May 6, 2018, at Union Baptist Church, 2117 Collingwood Ave., Swissvale, PA, where the Funeral Service will be held Monday 11 a.m. on May 7, 2018. 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

SHAVER KATHLEEN ON FRIDAY, MAY...

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SHAVER KATHLEEN On Friday, May 4, 2018, surrounded by her family, peacefully passed into eternal life. She was the beloved wife of the late James A. Shaver, M.D.; mother of James A. Shaver, Jr., M.D. (Leigh Anne), Ellen E. Albers (Ken), and John J. Shaver; grandmother of James, Oscar, Henry, and Bridget Shaver, and Timmy, Auggie, and Ingrid Albers; daughter of Elizabeth M. Rice and the late Joseph J. Rice; sister of Joseph J. Rice, Jr. (Linda), John M. Rice (Mona), and the late Paul A. Rice. Kathleen was a graduate of Immaculate Conception High School in Clarion, PA, and St. Vincent's Nursing School in Erie, PA. She worked as a nurse at Montifiore Hospital in Bronx, NY, and Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. She was engaged to the love of her life, James, on Valentine's Day, 1967. Their 43 year marriage was filled with the joy of family, friends, and their shared faith. She was active in the American Heart Association, the St. Bede's Choir, and the Linden Garden Club. Kathleen also devoted her time to serving as a Eucharistic Minister at Presbyterian and Montefiore Hospitals of Pittsburgh and preparing meals for Miriam's Kitchen. She treasured her time spent traveling the world with her late husband, Jim, loved family vacations at the beach, and was a devoted Pitt football fan. Above all, Kathleen adored her children and grandchildren - who are her lasting legacy. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street, on Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Monday, Mass of Christian Burial St. Bede Church 11 a.m. Remembrances may be made to Family House of Pittsburgh. freyvogelfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

IONADI DUSTIN JOSEPH AGE 33, ...

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IONADI DUSTIN JOSEPH Age 33, of Harrison City, died on Friday, May 4, 2018, at home after a year-long battle with Ependymoma, a rare form of brain cancer. He was born on February 13, 1985, in Pittsburgh, and was the son of Anthony and Susan (Pcola) Ionadi, of Harrison City. Dustin was a 2003 graduate of Penn-Trafford High School. He was a very proud disabled veteran and served six years in the US Air Force stationed at Vandenberg AFB in California. He served a tour in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and a tour in Afghanistan during Operating Enduring Freedom. After discharge, he joined the US Army Reserve in Johnstown and served for three years. Dustin worked for a year in Kuwait as a civilian contractor for Triple Canopy, at UPMC Mercy as security officer, and most recently he worked for the Pentagon Force Protection Agency as a police officer. Dustin is survived by his beloved parents, and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joseph and Anna Marie Ionadi and Joseph and Margaret Pcola. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday, May 6, 2018, at LINDSAY - JOBE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3343 Route 130, Harrison City, 724-744-2721. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 7, 2018, at St. Barbara Catholic Church, 111 Raymaley Road, Harrison City, and will conclude with military honors after Mass. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In honor of Dustin and his struggle with Ependymoma, please consider donations in his memory to the Cern Foundation, by visiting www.cern-foundation.org. Lindsay-JobeFuneral Home.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

STUDNICKI FRANCES M. OUR CHERI...

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STUDNICKI FRANCES M. Our cherished aunt passed away on Friday, May 4, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Studnicki; sister of the late Joseph (Shirley) Studnicki; loving aunt of Victoria Krandel, Raymond (Cathy) Studnicki, and the late Craig Studnicki. She is also leaving behind many loved ones. Fran was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and retired from Children's Hospital. Visitations at the BORON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1719 Brownsville Road on Monday from 9 a.m. until her Services at 11 a.m. www.BoronFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

LANGE DARREN D. AGE 37, OF VER...

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LANGE DARREN D. Age 37, of Verona, unexpectedly on Sunday, April 29, 2018. Father of Noelle Lange; son of Diana Close and David Lange; brother of Colin Lange; uncle of Matthew Lange; grandson of Karl and Herta Hartwigs; nephew of Carl Hartwigs and Darlene Nalesnik. Friends received Tuesday 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD. / ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills. Entombment to follow at Good Shepherd Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

BLAZINA CATHERINE “AUNT KAY” O...

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BLAZINA CATHERINE “AUNT KAY” Over 101 years ago, God put "Aunt Kay" upon this earth to experience all that a century of life had to offer. On Thursday, May 3, 2018, God called Aunt Kay home to rejoin many friends and family members including her mother and sister, Jennie, whom she spoke about often. While she was among us, Aunt Kay shared her wit, her laughter, her wisdom and her love for animals (including "the baby") Paisley. We remain forever thankful for her teachings about life, love, dignity and loss. Aunt Kay took great pride in growing up in Braddock, PA on Jones Avenue and remembered those days fondly even in her latter years. While many family members and friends will miss her, we can rest assured that Aunt Kay will be waiting for us when we, too, are called home. There will be no visitation for Aunt Kay. A Committal Service will be held for her on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at 11 a.m. in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. Aunt Kay's arrangements have been entrusted to PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Humane Animal Rescue, 6926 Hamilton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208, (412) 345-7300. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

LEASURE WILLIAM A., SR. AGE 85...

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LEASURE WILLIAM A., Sr. Age 85, on Monday, April 30, 2018. Son of the late Clyde Leasure and Clara (McCutcheon) Leasure Patterson; beloved father of Robert A. Leasure, Paul R. (Alicia) Leasure, Albert C. (Sue) Leasure, and the late William A. Leasure, Jr. and Eugene Leasure; brother of the late Grace M. Leasure; survived also by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. There are no visitations. Interment will be held privately. If you desire, please make donations to the Alzheimer's Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

BYRNE RAYMOND G. “JERRY”, JR. ...

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BYRNE RAYMOND G. “JERRY”, Jr. Age 87, of Conway, died Friday, May 4, 2018, in Good Samaritan Hospice of Beaver. He was born February 25, 1931, in Sewickley, PA, to the late Raymond G. and Eunice Fields Byrne. He was a retired electrician for Armco Steel Corporation and a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Monaca. He was a member of the NRA, Rochester Sportsman Club, and Ambridge Sportsman Club. Jerry enjoyed shooting skeet and trap. After his retirement, he worked as a volunteer at Sewickley Valley Hospital. Jerry proudly served his country in the US Navy during the Korean War. Preceding him in death in addition to his parents were his sister, Patricia Mannion and a brother, Donald Byrne. Surviving are two sons, Richard (Marie) Byrne of Upper St. Clair, David (Shellie) Byrne of Madison, OH; six grandchildren, Michael (Miriam), Jeremy, Matthew, Peter, Natalie, and Zachary. Friends will be received Tuesday from 2-8 p.m. in the JOHN SYKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. Family and friends will meet Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, 15th and Virginia Ave., Monaca, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by his pastor, Father Michael Ruffalo. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery where military honors will be conducted by the Beaver County Special Unit and the United States Navy. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Good Samaritan Hospice, 1000 Dutch Ridge Rd., 4th Floor, Tower A, Beaver, PA 15009. Online condolences can be made at: www.sykafuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

KRAMER REV. JAMES W., SR. ON M...

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KRAMER REV. JAMES W., Sr. On May 3, 2018, at the age of 72, Jim went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was a resident of Franklin Park. He is survived by his loving family; wife Anne Kramer; his children Dr. James W. Kramer, Jr. (Kim), Jessica Kramer; stepson, Steve Spak (Kristen); sister, Sharon Haramic (Mark); grandchildren, Hayden, Nate and Jonathan. The family will receive friends Wednesday, May 9, 2018, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SPERLING FUNERAL HOME, 700 Blazier Dr. McCandless Twp. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 19, 2018, in the chapel at Orchard Hill Church, 2551 Brandt School Rd., Wexford, PA 15090 at 1 p.m. Memorial donations may be directed to Eleos Fund at Orchard Hill to support their Haiti Mission. Remembrances may be left at: www.sperlingfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GUSKY SHELDON ON WEDNESDAY, MA...

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GUSKY SHELDON On Wednesday, May 2, 2018. Best friend of Karen Hirshman Gusky; beloved father of Jason and Raymond of Pittsburgh, Allison of Riverhead, Long Island, NY, Ross of Pleasant Hill, CA; beloved son of the late Kathryn (Kitty) and Albert Gusky of blessed memory; son-in-law of Sandra Hirshman Robinowitz and the late Raymond B. Hirshman of blessed memory. Sheldon was preceded in death by his sister, Myrna Gusky Borman of Pittsburgh. Memorial contributions may be directed to GI Transformative Research Fund, Hillman Cancer Center, 5150 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, ATTN: Dr. Nathan Bahary, or to Shaare Torah Congregation, or to Hillel Academy. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GARDELL GEORGE P., JR. OF FORE...

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GARDELL GEORGE P., Jr. Of Forest Hills, age 81, died on Thursday, May 3, 2018. George was the beloved husband of the late Patricia (Neff) Gardell for 36 years; father of the late Ron Gardell; cherished brother-in-law of Linda (Fred) Hall of Wilkins Twp.; loving uncle of Kimberly (Mike Marini) Hall of Forest Hills, and Jennifer Boeringer of Monroeville; and great-uncle of Josh and Noah Marini and Brandon Diorio, and Nick Boeringer. George is survived by his cat, Sparky. He retired to Ocean City, NJ and developed a love for classic cars during his retirement. There will be no visitation for George. He will be laid to rest privately in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. George's arrangements have been entrusted to PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, TURTLE CREEK / MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek 412-823-9350. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

DICKSON CHARLES E. “BUD”, JR. ...

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DICKSON CHARLES E. “BUD”, Jr. Age 77, of the North Side, died on Friday, May 4, 2018, surrounded by his family. Born January 17, 1941, to the late Charles E., Sr. and Marcella (Bush) Dickson. He was one of six children and was a lifelong member of Teamsters Local #249 and will be forever remembered by his three children, Sharon Yonlisky, Michael (Deb) Dickson, and Linda (Greg) Bunce; also by nine grandchildren and 11 great- grandchildren. There were no visitations. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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