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SIMPSON MINISTER ALVERTA G. (M...

March 21, 2014, 2:00 pm
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SIMPSON MINISTER ALVERTA G. (MARTIN) Retired Account Executive for the Federal Division of the U.S. Postal Service, age 74, of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2014. Daughter of the late Rev. Oliver J. Martin and Fannie Martin Graham; beloved mother of Tiffany Monique Simpson; sister of the late Oliver James Martin, Jr., and Rev. Robert William Martin, Sr.; also survived by two great-aunts, Eula Burleigh and Mary Burleigh; sisters-in-law, Jean Martin and Menther Martin; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation on Friday, March 28, 2014, from 4-8 p.m. in the Calvary Baptist Church, 2629 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219, where Home Going Service will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2014, at 11 a.m. Interment Allegheny Cemetery Arrangements by SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GARDE THOMAS HARRINGTON AGE 91...

March 21, 2014, 2:00 pm
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GARDE THOMAS HARRINGTON Age 91, of Tallahassee, died March 12, 2014, at St. Augustine Plantation. Thomas was born August 16, 1922, in Donora, PA to Timothy and Anna (Gould) Garde and moved to Tallahassee in 1979, coming from Cleveland, OH. He was an accountant for US Steel as well as past president of the US Steelworkers Union, past president of the City Council of Donora, PA, on the church council of St. Charles Catholic Church Donora, PA and was a devout member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. He was also a 9th WWII Army veteran and a recipient of the distinguished Purple Heart. He was united in marriage in 1970 to his wife, Elizabeth, who resides in Tallahassee. He was preceded in death by his parents, Timothy and Anna (Gould) Garde; his three sisters, Mary Timothy Garde, Mariana Garde and Kathleen Garde, all Sisters of St. Joseph; nephew, Damon Garde. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Garde, Tallahassee, FL; his daughter, Terrie (Bobby) Brooks of Tallahassee, FL; his brother, Al Garde (Rita) of Monessen, PA; and his two grandchildren, Wyatt (Amy) Brooks of Tallahassee and Hilary Brooks of Mountain View, CA; nephews and nieces, Timothy (Jill) Garde, Houston, TX, Kennedy Garde, Houston, TX, Mary Beth (John) Garde-Simpson, Monessen, PA, Kathleen Garde-Masten, Anacortes, WA, Patrick Garde, Houston, TX, James (Toni) Garde, Houston, TX. Special thanks to all the staff at St. Augustine Plantation and Michael Lyons and all the other nurses from Big Bend Hospice. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, March 26, 2014, 1:00 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Interment immediately following the Mass on the church grounds. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Big Bend Hospice or Blessed Sacrament Church. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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TERRICK ANN 3/22/1922 ~ 10/30/...

March 21, 2014, 2:00 pm
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TERRICK ANN 3/22/1922 ~ 10/30/2011 Death cannot separate true love. We were fortunate to have shared each other's lives. I love you, Rege
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TUBBS MARY “JANE” AGE 79, OF P...

March 21, 2014, 2:00 pm
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TUBBS MARY “JANE” Age 79, of Penn Hills, on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. Beloved wife of John; mother of Lt. Col. Chuck (Molly Beth) Tubbs, Laurie (Michael) McCann, Jill (Brian) Busche; grandmother of Amy, Michelle, Patrick, Katie, Jenny, Joshua, and Jared; great-grandmother of Heidi and Rilee; sister of Bailey and Dan Herrington. Friends received in WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), SUNDAY ONLY, March 23, 2014, 6-8 p.m. Church Service held at Zion Lutheran Church, 11609 Frankstown Rd. on Monday, March 24, 2014, at 10 a.m. - everyone, please meet at church. In lieu of flowers, contributions acknowledged to the Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Ave., Ste. E-201, Pgh., PA 15222. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HICKEY CONNIE AGE 85, OF BROOK...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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HICKEY CONNIE Age 85, of Brookline, on Friday, March 21, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Charles A. Hickey, Sr.; loving mother of Charles A. (Regina) Hickey, Jr. and Lillian (Tom) Cox; cherished grandmother of Tom (Kelly Delaney) Cox, Angela Hickey and Lauren Cox; great-grandmother of Kingston Cox, Angelina and Mia Sohngen; sister of the late Anthony Cappella. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome at 2630 W. Liberty Ave., Dormont, 412-531-4000, Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 10 a.m. in Our lady of Loreto Church. Interment Union Cemetery, New Kensington, PA. Please view or add tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PURVIS LOYAL A. PEACEFULLY, ON...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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PURVIS LOYAL A. Peacefully, on March 14, 2014, with Trudy and Ellen (hospice aide) by his side. Beloved husband of Trudy; beloved father of the late Jeff; brother of Gerry and Art and the late Betty and Bill; uncle of Terry, Betty, Jim, Frank, Bill and Barb. Loyal graduated from Grove City College, served two years in the US Army, and then worked for Gulf Oil his entire career. No visitation. Services private. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. “May the wind be at his back.” Arrangements by GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., Wexford. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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RUST VIRGINIA R. AGE 91, OF MA...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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RUST VIRGINIA R. Age 91, of Maryville, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2014, at Kindred Nursing and Rehabilitation-Fairpark. She was a graduate of Oregon State University and University of Oregon and a 30-year volunteer docent at the Scaife Gallery of the Carnegie Art Museum, Pittsburgh, PA. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Lt. Howard Wood, USAF (DSC) and RDM2 Ambrose G. “Rusty” Rust, USN; parents, Claude G. and Corinne E. Van Slyck Alexander; brother and sister-in-law, Robert V. and Addie Alexander; brother, C. Gordon Alexander; niece, Rose Alexander; grandson, Matthew Rust. Survivors include her daughter, Claudia Rust; daughters and sons-in-law, Virginia and John Bleazey, all of Maryville, Monica and Rev. Douglas Ogden of Whitehall, MI; son and daughter-in-law, Anthony and Melinda Rust of Maryville; sister-in-law, Elizabeth Alexander of Menlo Park, CA; six grandchildren and their spouses; seven great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside service will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 314 W. Broadway Ave., Maryville, TN 37801. McCAMMON - AMMONS - CLICK FUNERAL HOME, (865) 982-6812. www.mccammonammonsclick.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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JENKINS THOMAS A. AGE 79, OF S...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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JENKINS THOMAS A. Age 79, of Sparta, New Jersey, a former Pitt fullback, and a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity, died leaving his wife, Pat Reno Jenkins, Wilkinsburg Class of 1955; and his two daughters, Kelli and Katie. Pat and Tom were married in 1959. Pat's phone 973-534-1109. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PUSHNACK SUSAN W. ON THURSDAY,...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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PUSHNACK SUSAN W. On Thursday, March 20, 2014. Beloved wife of the late John; sister of Mary Slepski; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received 9-11 a.m. Monday, March 24, 2014, at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave. at Davis Ave., where a Blessing Service will be held at 11 a.m., after visitation. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GRUBER DONNA FIELDS LIFELONG R...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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GRUBER DONNA FIELDS Lifelong resident, born September 28, 1935, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Donna Fields Gruber passed away March 18, 2014, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her youngest daughter, Holly G. Holmes, by her side. As a small business owner and medical secretary, Donna led a full and active life with her husband of 35 years, the late Thomas Preston Gruber. Together they raised three children, Holly G. Holmes, Beth G. Jackson and eldest son, Donald John Gruber. As Donna always had a way to put others first, she was a dedicated volunteer at East Liberty Presbyterian Church her entire life. She shared many passions besides her family and friends as an avid “royal watcher,” enjoyed travel, reading, collecting antiques, the art of sewing, the love of music, and most of all, the joy of her grandchildren, Colin, Oliver and Riley Holmes, Kathryn and Hannah Lohman, Michael Gruber, Sara, Daniel, Olivia and Charles Jackson. She is also survived by her younger brother, James Philips Fields of Delmont, Pennsylvania. Memorial Service is planned for later this spring. Memorials may be donated In Donna's name to Walker Methodist, 3737 Bryant Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55409 or to the American Diabetes Association. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SHEPHERD WARREN DEE AGE 100, O...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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SHEPHERD WARREN DEE Age 100, of Churchill, passed away peacefully in Florida on Thursday, March 20, 2014. Beloved husband of 30 years to Doris Clarke Shepherd and the late Jean Thompson Shepherd; beloved father of Sandy (Tad) Floto, James Dee Shepherd, Tom (Michele) Shepherd, and Sue (Scott) Graham; loving stepfather of Sandra (Patrick) Kearney, Tina (Nicholas) Galli, Douglas (Gina) Clarke, and James Clarke; grandfather of Jennifer, Samantha, Katie, Jonathan, Andrew, Krystina, Meghan, Emily, Bailey, Carly, Matt, Ben, and McClane; also two great- grandchildren. Dee grew up in Ogden, UT, where he drove a dump-truck and worked in the quarries. As a young man, he enjoyed swimming and hiking. He was a Navy WWII veteran, and was stationed in a PT Boat Squadron on the island of Tulaghi in the Soloman Islands, where he fought in the Battle of Guadalcanal. A member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity, he graduated from George Washington University with a degree in engineering. He was a longtime employee of Mason, Shaver and Rhodes; Westinghouse Corp.; and Parker Hunter. Dee was still active and a founding member of Churchill Rotary Club. He was a member for 75 years at the Edgewood Country Club, where he golfed, played gin, and made many lifelong friends. He was known for his joke telling, story telling, and love of card games. He also enjoyed going to parties, CLO, and spending time with his family. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Interment will be private. Contributions may be made in Dee's name to Churchill Wilkins Rotary Club, Alston Insurance Agency, 3301 William Penn Hwy., Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Arrangements entrusted to WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 412-731-5001. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DEVALKENEER ALFRED D. AGE 83, ...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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DeVALKENEER ALFRED D. Age 83, on Wednesday, March 19, 2014, of Monroeville, formerly of Burgettstown. Brother of the late Carl G. DeValkeneer, Sr.; brother-in-law of Rosemary; uncle of Denise (Bob) Hamm and Carl (Beth) DeValkeneer, Jr.; great-uncle of Mindy, Brooke, Carl, Heather, Chane, Dustin, and Cody; great-great-uncle of Angelina Grace. Proud Navy Korean War veteran. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, March 28, 2014, at 11 a.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road) Penn Hills. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DOYLE DENISE M. AGE 63, OF FA...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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DOYLE DENISE M. Age 63, of Fawn Township, (formerly of Verona and Gibsonia) passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 12, 2014. Beloved Daughter of Angeline (Floccari) Doyle and the late Edward J. Doyle; loving Mother of Kelly (Colin Hardwick) McFadden and Ryan McFadden; dear sister of Edward (Carol) Doyle, John (Judy) Doyle, Susan (Tom) Costa, and the late Robert Doyle. She was preceded in death by her father and brother. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Denise was a proud graduate and supporter of Penn State University, where she bled “blue and white.” She was a vice president at the S & T Bank corporate office, had a strong love for nature and animals, and was known for adopting horses, cats, and dogs. Denise had a strong inner strength, never compromising her character. She loved rock and roll, and enjoyed dancing with abandon. Friends and relatives will be received during a memorial visitation on Friday, March 28, 2014, from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the BURKET - TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, March 29, 2014, 9:30 a.m., Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament, 1526 Union Ave., Natrona Heights, PA 15065. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET DIRECTLY AT CHURCH. In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Animal Protectors, 533 Linden Ave., New Kensington, PA 15068 or Bright Futures Farm Equine Charity, 238 Old Franklin Pike, Cochranton, PA 16314, www.brightfuturesfarm.org. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SILVERMAN LYNNE ELIZABETH BEIT...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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SILVERMAN LYNNE ELIZABETH BEITZEL Of University City and later Webster Groves, MO, died peacefully in her sleep on March 16, 2014, at her residence. Born May 23, 1944, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Lynne is predeceased by her parents, Henry Lewis and Ruth (Colhouer) Beitzel of Pittsburgh, PA, and her daughter, Elizabeth Ann. Lynne was a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend and teacher. She helped many people learn to play piano and then went on to work to help many train to sit for the GED test. She had many successful students and was very proud of their accomplishments. She is survived by her husband, Robert Silverman; sons, Robert (Rob) Silverman (Debbie Holderle) and Michael (Mike) Silverman (Katherine); grandchildren, Hannah and Jack Silverman of the St. Louis area; and her sisters, Victoria (Vikki) Newton (Thomas) of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Diana Beitzel of Tilburg, the Netherlands; sister-in-law, Ann (Popovec) Silverman (Ronald) of Uniontown, PA; two aunts, Gloria Varga of Greer, SC, Ann Goodworth of Mason, OH; and uncle, the Reverend John A. Goodworth, of Mason, OH; and loving nieces, nephews and cousins. We love you and miss you! Memorial contributions may be made to St. Louis Foodbank and The Carter Center. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHLEICHER WILLIAM C., SR. AGE...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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SCHLEICHER WILLIAM C., Sr. Age 63, Wed., March 19, 2014, Mt. Oliver, formerly Penn Hills. Arr. by TIMOTHY K. SLATER FUNERAL SERVICES, INC. (412-381-3337). Visitation Schedule/Condolences: www.timothykslater.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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TODOVERTO MARY M. AGE 89, ON M...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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TODOVERTO MARY M. Age 89, on March 14, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Todoverto and loving mother of Carol Todd. Family and friends are invited to gather for a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, March 26, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Louise de Marillac Church, 320 McMurray Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15241. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gentiva Hospice, 190 Bilmore Drive, Suite 200 Pittsburgh, PA 15205-4611. Arrangements entrusted to the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME INC., Bridgeville. View and send condolences at: www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BOFFO THOMAS LEON THOM BOFFO, ...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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BOFFO THOMAS LEON Thom Boffo, age 67, died on March 12, 2014, in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. He resided in Bridgewater with his wife, Wendy, and son, Max. Thom is also survived by his brother, Gary Boffo and wife, Cherie, in Ohio; his sister, Ellen Boffo and partner, Steve O'Neil, in California; and his brother, Jim and wife, Diane, in Rochester, PA; his niece and nephews are Whitney Boffo of Ben Avon, Rob Jackson and Chris Jackson of Beaver. Thom was president and CEO of Pittsburgh Tubular Shafting, Inc. in Rochester for the last 14 years. He had been employed there for over 30 years. Prior to PTS, Thom worked with his brothers at Boffo Motors, Inc. in New Brighton. He was a past president of the Rochester Chamber of Commerce and a board member of the Beaver Valley Montessori School. Thom will no doubt be remembered, from years passed, for his passionate involvement with performance vehicles, most infamously, in the 1970s for his AC Cobra. Thom's family is asking for the company of Thom's friends, from the past and present, at his Memorial gathering and service. It will be held in the 1810 Tavern, 234 Bridge Street, Bridgewater, http://www.1810tavern.com on Sunday, April 6, 2014, from 2-5 p.m. Service will begin at 2:30 p.m. If anyone desires to make a contribution in Thom's memory, please think of McGuire Memorial, New Brighton, PA, http://www.mcguirememorial.org and Pittsburgh Leadership Foundation, Pittsburgh, PA, http://www.plf.org. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FOX ROBERT R. OCT. 10, 1943 - ...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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FOX ROBERT R. Oct. 10, 1943 - March 19, 2013 Dear Husband, Dad and Grandad Those whom we love go out of sight, But never out of mind; They are cherished in the hearts Of those left behind. Loving and kind in all his ways, Upright and just in all his days. Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories he left behind. We'll love you always, Judy, Bobby, Maria, Lleyton and Delaney
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MILLER SISTER ANNA MARIE AGE 8...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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MILLER SISTER ANNA MARIE Age 88, died at Caritas Christi, the motherhouse of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill in Greensburg, on March 19. 2014. A Greensburg native, Sister Anna Marie entered the Sisters of Charity on January 1, 1946, from Blessed Sacrament Cathedral Parish, Greensburg. Preceded in death by her parents, John P. and Coleta (Berkmyre) Miller; a sister, Mary Margaret (Arthur) Smith; and a brother, William, she is survived by nieces and nephews. She earned a bachelor's degree in education from Seton Hill University and a master's degree in education, administration from Duquesne University. Sister Anna Marie served in schools of the Greensburg and Pittsburgh dioceses and in the Archdiocese of Washington. She was principal at St. James School in Apollo, and at Holy Innocents School in Pittsburgh. She also ministered at the Seton Hill Day Care Center. In 1993, Sister Anna Marie began her ministry in the Archives of the Sisters of Charity. She also served as supervisor of environment and interior design during the building of the motherhouse. Gifted and selfless, Sister Anna Marie said of her vocation, "My religious life has brought me peace and happiness. I have been given the opportunity to serve both the community and the Church in carrying Christ to all whom we are called to serve." Visitation Sunday and Monday, March 23 and 24, 2014, 2-7 p.m. Vigil Sunday, March 23 , 2014, 7 p.m. Funeral Monday, March 24, 2014, 7 p.m. Caritas Christi Motherhouse, Mt. Thor Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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ZEKLER IRENE AGE 75, OF BRIDGE...

March 22, 2014, 2:00 pm
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ZEKLER IRENE Age 75, of Bridgeville, peacefully on March 18, 2014. Loving mother of Rebecca L. Miller, Leslie J. Zelonka, and John S. Zekler III; cherished grandmother of Jessica Simpson, Allyson Miller, Rachelle, Jane, and Jacob Zekler, Aimee, and Zachary Zelonka. Irene is also survived by many great-grandchildren; sisters, Carla and Audrey; a brother, Jesse and many nieces and nephews and her friend, Walter Samosky. Friends received WEDNESDAY, March 26, 2014, at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp. from 2:00 p.m. until the time of a service at 4:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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