GRAFF ROBERT F. HEIDELWAY BOB On Thursday, March 13, 2014. Husband of the late Ann Graff; father of Ruth Ann (late Gregory) Kucsma; grandfather of Michael Kucsma (Diana Klein); brother of Ralph Graff and the late Henry Graff. Friends received Sunday 5-8 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. Entombment in Resurrection Cemetery. Bob was the owner of the Heidelway Bar in Heidelberg. A former marine and a friend to everyone. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GRAFF ROBERT F. HEIDELWAY BOB...
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BARNES JOSEPHINE S. (CAMELLO) ...
BARNES JOSEPHINE S. (CAMELLO) On Thursday, March 13, 2014, Josephine S. (Camello) Barnes, age 87, of Avalon. Beloved wife of the late Harry J. Barnes; loving mother of Harry (Debbie) Barnes, Debbie (Jeff) Gilg and Donna Bryant (Denny Thomas); sister of Billy and Dolly Camello, Vince and the late William and Frank Camello and Mary Schumacher; grandmother of Brian, Sharon, Stacey, Shawn, Niki, Amber, Brad and Kathy; also survived by 13 great-grandchildren. Friends received Sunday from 2-9 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Ave., Bellevue, where Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to a charity of your choice. www.ltmillerfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BYRNES ANNA MAE TOOTSIE AGE ...
BYRNES ANNA MAE TOOTSIE Age 87, on Monday, March 10, 2014, of Swissvale. Daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Mae (Ridge) Byrnes. She is survived by a sister, Eileen (Byrnes) Ledrick of Cambridge Springs, PA; nephews, Joseph and Donald Ledrick (Desiree); and niece, Deborah Mallory (Michael); great-niece, Margaret; and great-nephew, Zachary. Tootsie worked over 45 years at the Union Switch & Signal of Swissvale, a subsidiary of Westinghouse, in Wilmerding, PA. Many thanks to friends and family who helped during her illness and to the staff of Village at Penwood. Special thanks to cousins, Patricia Byrnes, Donna Wycoff, and Karen Thomas for all their support during her illness. Friends received Sunday, March 16, 2014, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Rite of Christian Burial in St. Anselm Church, Word of God Parish, Monday, March 17, 2014, 9:30 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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OLIVERIO KATHRYN THE MOMENT FA...
OLIVERIO
KATHRYN
The moment Father John introduced us in Rockwell Hall Cafeteria, you spilled the sugar bowl. Happy 76th Birthday, beloved wife, mother, grandmother.
50 years.
Love, H P
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BRENNEN KAREN LEE (RUSSIN) AGE...
BRENNEN KAREN LEE (RUSSIN) Age 62, of N. Huntingdon, died March 14, 2014. Born in McKeesport on Aug. 25, 1951, she is the daughter of the late Frank and Laura Wozniak Russin. She graduated from Penn State Univ. as a registered nurse. She was employed at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville and many other hospitals in the area. She is a member of the Port Vue Methodist Church and their Women's Club, and an avid volunteer. She is survived by her loving husband of 39 years, Robert Brennen; son, Mark Robert Brennen of N. Irwin; siblings, Richard (Miyong) Russin of Reston, VA, Lori (Jim) Balawajder of Penn Twp.; niece and nephew, Lauren and Jimmy Balawajder; mother-in-law, Ann Brennen of Port Vue. Friends received at STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION & MORTUARY SERVICES, 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, 15131, 412-678-6177 on Mon. 2-8 p.m. Services Tues. at 10 a.m. at Port Vue United Methodist Church, Pastors Josephine Whitely-Fields and Jody Dausey, officiating. Burial will follow. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MCCAFFREY ELIZABETH M. AGE 88,...
McCAFFREY ELIZABETH M. Age 88, on Friday, March 14, 2014, of Whitehall. Beloved wife of the late Vincent J. McCaffrey; loving mother of Richard T. (Kathleen), Vincent J. (Debbie), James F. (Teryl), Patricia A. (David) McKeeton, and Thomas V. (Helena); cherished grandmother of 11; proud great-grandmother of seven; daughter of the late William and Stella Van Landingham; sister of Dorothy Carpenter, James Van Landingham, and the late William Van Landingham and Vera Faccenda. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227, on Sunday, March 16, 2014, from 4-8 p.m. and Monday, March 17, 2014, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Tuesday morning, March 18, 2104, at 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church at 10:00 a.m. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KINDAL CHERYL A. (HUGHES) AGE...
KINDAL CHERYL A. (HUGHES) Age 67, of Greenfield, on March 11, 2014. Cherished mother of Gina Harrold-Dluhos (John), Russell Harrold, Melissa Kindal and the late Tracy Kindal; loving sister of Sue Gent, Christine Marx, Donna Davidson, David Hughes, and Beth Hughes; adoring grandmother of Andrew Dluhos, Dara Michelson and Bailey Smith; treasured aunt and friend of many. Inurnment Service in Calvary Cemetery, 718 Hazelwood Ave., Pgh., PA 15217, March 22, 2014, 10:00 a.m. BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., 600 Dunster St., Pgh., PA. 15226 412-343-1506 or www.ballfc.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HORKULICH ELSIE ROSE (BARBISH)...
HORKULICH ELSIE ROSE (BARBISH) Age 85, of Swissvale, died peacefully, and went home with the Lord, on Thursday, March 13, 2014, after 56 years of marriage. Wife of the late Joseph Herky; loving mother of Nada Olsavsky (Al) of Munhall, Marianne Buchleitner (Bruce) of Swissvale, and Diane Stepien (Ed) of Monroeville; grandmother of Melissa, Mark, and Alicia Olsavsky and Krystal Stepien; sister of the late Frances Walker and Joseph Barbish; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Elsie was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Samsa) Barbish. Friends received MONDAY ONLY 2-8 p.m. at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in the St. Anselm Roman Catholic Church. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FRANKLIN BILL AGE 72, OF SHARP...
FRANKLIN BILL Age 72, of Sharpsburg, died Friday, March 14, 2014. Loving father of Russell (Karen) Franklin; brother of Suzie Franklin, Jack Franklin, Larry Franklin, Joan Rumbel, and Jeannie Farkas; grandfather of Kristen and Joshua. Bill was a gifted artist and loved VWs and golf. Service and interment are private. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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JOHNSON HAZEL JANE (BREWER) AG...
JOHNSON HAZEL JANE (BREWER) Age 92, of East Carnegie, on Thursday, March 13, 2014. Wife of the late Henry B. Johnson; mother of Henry "Butch" (Amy) Johnson, Arthur (Leslie) Johnson, and the late Joseph Johnson and Betty Jane King; 15 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; sister of the late Leroy and Kenneth Brewer; she is also survived by her special childhood friends, Dorothy Lipscomb and Edwina Branch, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Friends are invited to call from 2-8 p.m. on Monday, March 17, 2014, at the Second Baptist Church, 324 Mansfield Blvd., Carnegie, where Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, Carnegie. www.leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BULLOCK OLA (DAVIS) AGE 92, OF...
BULLOCK OLA (DAVIS) Age 92, of Penn Hills, peacefully on March 9, 2014. Wife of the late George Luther Bullock, Sr. She is survived by sister-in-law, Sarah Davis; three stepchildren, George, Jr. and Sylvester Bullock, and Allen Jones; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Ola is a retiree from the Federal Government, and faithful member of Bethesda Presbyterian Church. Visitation March 18, 2014, at 10 a.m. in the Bethesda Presbyterian Church, 7220 Bennett St., Homewood. Funeral Service to begin at 11 a.m. Professional services entrusted to COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FORD FRANK BUTCH FRIENDS AN...
FORD FRANK BUTCH Friends and colleagues are invited to join the families of FranK Butch Ford (3/20/52- 2/25/14) and George Yeckel (1/16/25 - 9/29/13) for a Memorial Celebration of their loving partnership and lives on Thursday, March 20, 2014, at 1:30 p.m., Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, 509 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, PA. Butch and George, two very different individuals united by a deep devotion to each other. Butch was a beloved, award-winning figure skating coach and teacher who wrote poetry, designed costumes and created stunning floral arrangements. George had a distinguished career as a hospital administrator, heading Menorah Medical Center in Kansas City, then the South Hills Health System in Pittsburgh. He was famous for his kindness, his cheesecake, his volunteer work on behalf of the LBGQT community, and his passion for cross-country road trips. Butch is survived by daughter, Angela Ford Read; and grandson, Benjamin. George is survived by his three children, Judith Yeckel, Jeff Yeckel and Lisa Allen; and his six grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the non profit of your choice. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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YECKEL GEORGE FRIENDS AND COL...
YECKEL GEORGE Friends and colleagues are invited to join the families of George Yeckel (1/16/25 - 9/29/13) and Frank Butch Ford (3/20/52- 2/25/14) for a Memorial Celebration of their loving partnership and lives on Thursday, March 20, 2014, at 1:30 p.m., Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, 509 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, PA. George and Butch, two very different individuals united by a deep devotion to each other. George had a distinguished career as a hospital administrator, heading Menorah Medical Center in Kansas City, then the South Hills Health System in Pittsburgh. He was famous for his kindness, his cheesecake, his volunteer work on behalf of the LBGQT community, and his passion for cross-country road trips. Butch was a beloved, award-winning figure skating coach and teacher who wrote poetry, designed costumes and created stunning floral arrangements. George is survived by his three children, Judith Yeckel, Jeff Yeckel and Lisa Allen; and his six grandchildren. Butch is survived by daughter, Angela Ford Read; and grandson, Benjamin. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the non profit of your choice. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GALLIK GERALD J. JERRY 79, O...
GALLIK GERALD J. JERRY 79, of Murrysville, died Wednesday, March 12, 2014. He was born April 26, 1934, in Olyphant, son of the late Joseph and Sophie Daykon Gallik. He was a retired research scientist for the H. J. Heinz Company with over 30 years of service, and was a member of the Mother Of Sorrows Church, Murrysville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Frances Tabak. Jerry is survived by his wife, Audrey Levrio Gallik; and two sons, Gerald J. Gallik, Jr. of New Kensington and Gregory Gallick, D.O. of Regent Square. Visitation 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday, March 17, 2014, at the HART FUNERAL HOME, INC., Murrysville. A Blessing Service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 18, 2014, at the funeral home. Interment will be private. www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DERBISH CAROLYN MARIE AGE 79, ...
DERBISH CAROLYN MARIE Age 79, of Riverton, WY, formerly of Pittsburgh, died peacefully on March 9, 2014. She was born November 4, 1934, in Pittsburgh, to the late Lloyd and Joann Johnston. On July 20, 1952, she married John Derbish. Beloved mother of Rich (Misae) Derbish, Rob (deceased) (Debbie) Derbish, Susan (Allen) Vodopich of Wyoming, Patty (Harry) Balish, Steve (Dorothy) Derbish of Pittsburgh. She had ten grandchildren; and four great- grandchildren. Siblings include Jean (deceased), Charles, Harry, and Rita. She was an avid reader, knitted hats for those in need and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. If desired, donations may be made to Unity Church Centre, 1226 Naylor Lloyd Rd., Girard, OH 44420. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DEWALT ELAINE (GOULD) AGE 88, ...
DeWALT ELAINE (GOULD) Age 88, of Whitehall, passed away on March 12, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Clyde DeWalt; loving mother of Janice Alich (Jim) and Debbie Malenky (Arthur); grandmother of Amy Malenky and Alison Stopiro (Jason); great-grandmother of MacKenzie and Jackson; sister of Bernice Leech. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Clara Gould. Elaine was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of South Hills. Private services were officiated by Rev. James Kua of Three Rivers Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Three Rivers Hospice, 1195 Jacks Run Rd., North Versailles, PA 15137. Online condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DOYLE DAWN R. (LOHR) HILL AGE ...
DOYLE DAWN R. (LOHR) HILL Age 48, peacefully on Tuesday March 11, 2014 of Carrick. Beloved wife of Jeff T. Doyle; mother of Nikkole Hill and Joshua (Geri Hayes) Hill; daughter of Colleen Pfeil and the late Charles Pfeil; sister of Colleen (Ralph) Lellock, Diane Rancourt, Keith, Charles and the late Steven Pfeil; aunt of Krista & Michael Shaw; and numerous other nieces and nephews. Friends received Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC. 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday March 20, 2014 at 11:00 p.m. in the Grandview Church of God 1901 Fallowfield Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15216. (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH). A wake will immediately follow the service in the church hall. Send condolences to www.readshawfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DUDA SARAH EVELYN (NEISER) ON ...
DUDA SARAH EVELYN (NEISER) On Tuesday, March 11, 2014, age 94, born in Avella, PA, lived most of her life in Carnegie, PA. Beloved wife of the late Michael J. Duda of Carnegie, PA; loving mother of Joyce E. Duda of Mt. Kisco, NY; stepmother of Dennis M. Duda of Bethel Park, PA; also survived by four step- grandchildren, Michele (Tom) Hoover of Pittsburgh, PA, Melissa (Keith) Jones of Delphi, IN, Russell (Molly) Duda of Hopwood, PA and R. Timothy (Kelly) Duda of Louisville, CO; also nine great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. Per Sarah's request, no public visitations. A private burial was held in Independent Cemetery, Avella, PA. Arrangements by SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DICKSON MARTHA ON THE WINGS OF...
DICKSON MARTHA On the wings of an Angel, Martha Dickson, of Mt. Lebanon, passed away, March 10, 2014 (born 1920). She was born and raised in the City of Hof in the Franconia Region of Germany. Martha was actively involved as a child in sports and is a survivor of two bombing raids. She worked in Hof at a pharmaceutical company, Spinnerei and the U.S. Army/Air Force Kaserne. Martha then moved to France for a few years, and after that spent two years in England. She then emigrated to America, and as a military spouse, lived in several states before finally settling in Pittsburgh where, for almost 49 years, she remained in her Mt. Lebanon home. Martha worked in sales at Gimbel's (South Hills) for 19 years, then Kaufmann's, in Furs/Security for ten years, and lastly spent ten years until age 85 at the downtown Pittsburgh Burlington Coat factory store. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernestine (Umglaub) and Heinrich Wolfrum, Hof; sister, Erna Neuendorf, Karlsruhe, Germany; and her first born daughter, Elsbeth Kiyabu (Weagner) Pittsburgh, PA; along with her Lhasa Alpso companion, Alex. Martha is survived by her longtime caregiver and beloved grandson, Curtis Kiyabu, Mt. Lebanon; daughter, Brunhilda Leeper (Weagner), Fredericksburg, VA; and son, Raymond Dickson, GA. The family wishes to thank her friends, Dr. and Mrs. Pat Willoughby for their support over the past 40 years. Martha was also a member of the Hof Reunion Association. Funeral Service Monday, March 17, 2014, at 3 p.m. in the Mausoleum in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Animal Friends. Arrangements: BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DELLER HUNSBERGER SARENE 04/22...
DELLER HUNSBERGER
SARENE
04/22/1954 ... 03/16/2011
Happy heavenly birthday, Sarene. Sadly missed and loved by your family and friends.
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