KIEFER MILDRED H. Age 91, formerly of Etna, on Friday, February 1, 2019. Loving mother of Karen, John, Kieth Ann, Beth, and the late Jimmy; aunt of Beverly; also survived by nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received on Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in All Saints Church, Etna, on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAWRYLAK JAMES AGE 98, PEA...
HAWRYLAK JAMES Age 98, peacefully and surrounded by his loving family on Friday, February 1, 2019, of Bethel Park, formerly of Mt. Oliver and Whitehall. Beloved husband of the late Helen W. Hawrylak. Helen preceded Jim in death 15 weeks ago. Jim and Helen were married for 71 years and they are together again. Jim is a proud veteran of World War II. Loving father of John (Roseann), Mary Anne (Eugene) Szestak, Joseph (Helen) and Jane (Richard) Drozd; cherished grandfather of Amy (John Van Horn), Peter, Alex and Jonathan. Jim's family wishes to thank his caregivers, Debbie, Jane, Chrissy, Carol, Amy, Advanced Personal Care and Gallagher Hospice. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Wednesday, February 6, 2019, from 2-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Germaine Church on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LARSEN GAYLORD ROSS AGE 80, ...
LARSEN GAYLORD ROSS Age 80, of Sewickley, formerly of Pocono Manor, PA and Jackson, MN, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 31, 2019, surrounded by his family. He was born in Jackson, MN on October 18, 1938, to the late Sydney M. and Bernice (Seger) Larsen. He married, his high school sweetheart on May 27, 1961, Ruth Ann (Waswo) Larsen. They had three wonderful children Douglas Larsen (Katie) of Sewickley, Molly Larsen Carpenter (Bill) of Croton-on-Hudson, NY and Christopher A. Larsen (Bethany) of Peekskill, and ?ve cherished grandchildren Abby, Riley and Sydney Larsen, Lucy and Elly Carpenter. Gaylord was retired as Manager of Harvest States Cooperative Transportation. He was a 1956 graduate of Jackson MN High School, attended Dunwoody Institute and the University of Minnesota. He had a passion for golf, biking, cross country skiing, and relished time at the beach in the company of family. He was also a skilled wood worker and constructed furniture and did extensive home renovations. He was involved in numerous mission trips with youth groups with the Valley Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder and deacon. He also loved sports, following the Minnesota Vikings and University of Minnesota Gophers, as well as attending many of his grandchildren's sporting events, from basketball, to tennis and lacrosse, regardless of where they were held. His life touched many people and he will be greatly missed. Please join us as we celebrate his life on Saturday, February 9, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. at Sewickley Presbyterian Church, 414 Grant St., Sewickley, PA 15143. Rev. Kevin Long, of?ciating. In lieu of ?owers, please consider donating in his name to his church. Arrangements by COPELAND'S. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LONGNECKER JANE (FRIEM) Age 72, peacefully on Thursday, January 31, 2019, of Pittsburgh. Beloved wife of 51 years to the late Samuel T. Longenecker; loving mother of Sherri Kennedy, Thomas S. (Christina) Longenecker and the late Gregory Scott Longenecker; proud grandma of Haley Lynn and Scott Thomas; daughter of the late Raymond and Olive Friem; sister of Cathie Simoni and the late Raymond Friem. Also survived by nieces, nephews and in-laws. Longtime owner and operator of Longenecker's Little Store. Jane was an inspiration to many children, and had an open door to everyone. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Monday, February 4, 2019, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Wendelin Church at 10:30 a.m. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KARNAVAS JACK A. AGE 87, O...
KARNAVAS JACK A. Age 87, of Moon Township, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2019, in Masonic Village at Sewickley surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 12, 1932, in Sewickley, a son of the late Andrew and Sophie Pitaka Karnavas. He owned and operated Karnavas Vending for 48 years, was a 50 year member of the Ambridge Masonic Lodge 701 F&AM, and a longtime member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Surviving are his loving wife, Madaline Niaros Karnavas of Moon Twp.; two daughters, Andrea Schriver (Nigel) Barksby of Moon Twp., Sophia (Victor) Tonino of Floral Park, NY; two sons, Andrew Karnavas of Moon Twp., Nicholas (Karen) Karnavas of Shaler Twp.; six grandchildren, Zachary Schriver and his ?ancée Lauren Nowak, Stephen Schriver, Eli and Eleni Karnavas, Norman (Mary Jo) Barksby, Kathryn Barksby and ?ancé Donald Noel; a brother, Gus (Alice) Karnavas of Philadelphia; sister-in-law, Marjory Karnavas of Baden, and numerous nieces and nephews; great-nephew, Xavier Barksby. Preceding him in death in addition to his parents were his brother, George Karnavas; and a sister, Emily Karnavas. Friends will be received on Sunday from 1-5 p.m. in the JOHN SYKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. A Trisagion service will be held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home. Additional visitation will be held on Monday from 10:30 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11:00 a.m. in the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, with Father Anastasios Athanasiou Officiating. Private Entombment will take place in Sylvania Hills Mausoleum. In lieu of ?owers, memorial contributions are suggested to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 2930 Beaver Ave., Ambridge, PA 15003 or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at: www.sykafuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CANTWELL CRAIG T. AGE 68, ...
CANTWELL CRAIG T. Age 68, of Sharpsburg, formerly of Wilkinsburg, passed away on Friday, February 1, 2019. Brother of Jim (Peggy) Cantwell, Keith Cantwell and Patti (Rich) Schultz; uncle of Gail, Jim, Stacy, and Louise; and son of the late James P. and Louise M. (Dechert) Cantwell. Also survived by numerous great- nieces and great-nephews. No visitation. Services are to remain private. Professional Services Trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD. (Blawnox). www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NEUNDORF KENNETH W. AGE 62, ...
NEUNDORF KENNETH W. Age 62, of Washington, died Thursday, January 31, 2019, in Pittsburgh, as a result of injuries sustained in a fall on January 9, 2019. He was born June 9, 1956, in Washington, a son of Roger and Margaret Poland Neundorf, of Selma, NC, both survive. Mr. Neundorf was an very active member of St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Shadyside. He was also active with the ELCA Southwestern PA Synod. He was a 1974 graduate of McGuffey High School and a 1978 graduate of Waynesburg University. He went on to obtain his masters degree in education. Following his graduation from Waynesburg, he worked as a group home coordinator for ARC and a substitute teacher until obtaining a full-time teaching position in the McGuffey School District. He taught there until his retirement in 2016. Mr. Neundorf was an advocate for people, especially youth, who identi?ed as sexual minorities. He served on the board of directors for many organizations including the Washington County Gay Straight Alliance and Reconciling Works. He had been an umpire for the Ten Mile Youth Baseball Association. He was a member of the Steel City Bowling League. He enjoyed presidential trivia and history as well as travel. He had been to 49 of the 50 American states as well as Germany, France, the Netherlands, Italy, and Austria. On August 4, 1984, in Washington, he married Brenda McDowell, who survives. He and Brenda separated in August of 1999, but remained close friends until his death. In November, 1997, he came out as a gay man. In 2010, he entered a relationship with a same-gender partner, Kellen Galvin, who also survives. He is also survived by a brother, Steven (Jill) Neundorf, of Somerset, PA; a sister, Sherry (Larry) Edwards, of Selma, NC; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Deceased is a sister, Peggy Ann, who died in infancy. Friends will be received, 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday and 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday in the PIATT AND BARNHILL FUNERAL HOME, 420 Locust Ave, Washington. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 7, 2019, in St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 304 Morewood Ave., Pittsburgh, with Pastor Ross Carmichael of?ciating. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the Washington County Gay Straight Alliance, wcgsa.org, Reconciling Works, reconcilingworks.org, or St. Andrew Lutheran Church, standrewpittsburgh.org. Online condolences may be expressed at piattandbarnhillfh.com. Piatt and Barnhill Funeral Directors Inc., Charles R. Piatt, owner/supervisor, Lawrence K. Donovan, director. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KRUL JAC MICHAEL JOHN Of Pittsburgh, PA, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 25, 2019 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital after a brief illness. Born on October 26, 1955 in Pittsburgh, he was 63. He is survived by his parents, John and Mary Ann Kruljac of Pittsburgh; brother, Dr. Stephen Kruljac (Judy) of McMurray, PA, and Dr. Catherine Quas Kruljac (ex-spouse) of Bend, OR; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and treasured friends. He was a graduate of North Catholic High School and Duquesne University, where he performed as a member of the Duquesne University Tamburitzans. Michael was a free-spirited person who embraced challenges and adventure. He traveled throughout the country, residing in New York, Los Angeles, Oregon, British Columbia and Alaska. He spent the bulk of his career as a pilot and ?ight instructor for several private airlines, including, and most recently, the Catalina Flying Boats Air Freight Service .Michael was also a gifted author, writing several short stories and publishing A Day That God Made, a novella centering on his near-fatal crash as a transport pilot in the Alaskan tundra. In addition, he was a talented artist and lover of music - Italian Opera, particularly. He spoke ?uent Italian and dreamed of one day settling in a small mountain village on the east coast of Italy where he maintained a residence. A private Memorial Service and Christian burial will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2019. Donations may be made to Animal Friends or to The Tamburitzans. Arrangements by the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CARSON SIDNEY RUSSELL "SID" Age 62, of Bridgeville, on Thursday, January 31, 2019. Father of Felicia Carson, Monica Carson and Sidney R. Carson, Jr.; grandfather of Che', Christian, Evan and Avery; son of the late Elmer and Frances (Fenner) Carson; brother of Stanley Carson, Vincent Carson, Wayne Carson, Bradley Carson, David Carson, Lisa Carson, Lori Woodson, Lois Carson, Sharon Mosley, and the late Thomas and Jeffrey Carson. Sid loved his family and his grandchildren. Sid attended Fairmont State College, and worked for Columbia Gas Company for 41 years. Sid was an avid pool player and loved all sports. If you knew Sid, you liked him. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 6, 2019, at the Second Baptist Church, 324 Mans?eld Blvd., Carnegie, PA 15106 where the Funeral Service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, Carnegie. leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCABILLONI SAMUEL F. Age 89, of Whitehall, formerly of Castle Shannon, on Saturday, February 2, 2019. Devoted father of Paul (Janet), Gail (Jim) Triscila, Dan (Kimberly), Sam (Joyce) Matthew (Marion), Alan (DeAnn) and the late Joan Scabilloni; loving grandfather of 16, great-grandfather of 12; cherished companion for many years of Nancy Susko; brother of James and the late Peter Scabilloni; also survived by nieces and nephews. Sam was the founder of MARSA Masonry and well respected throughout the construction industry. He was a member of the Pittsburgh Harmarville Hurricanes soccer team that won the 1956 U.S. Open Cup and was an avid golfer and bowler. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN CREMATION AND FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 1008 Castle Shannon Boulevard, Castle Shannon, Monday evening 6-8, Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin, Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Keystone Chapter, 1501 Reedsdale St., #105, Pgh., PA 15233. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TOMEI ANTHONY FRANCIS, JR. OF ...
TOMEI ANTHONY FRANCIS, Jr. Of West Mif?in, on February 1, 2019, age 61. Beloved son of the late Anthony Francis Sr. and Mary Louise (Ferraro) Tomei; brother of Robert (Tammy) Tomei Sr.; uncle of Robert (Ashley) Tomei Jr. and Tiffany Lyn (Brandon) Greiner; great uncle of Mason, Camden and Cruz. Anthony was a dedicated food server worker for the VA Hospital for 30 years. He was an Eagle Scout and the President of Council at Southwestern Nursing Home where he resided. Family and friends will be received at the SAVOLSKIS- WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. where a prayer service will be held during evening visitation. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAYZEL ARMAND JAMES ARMAND J...
MAYZEL ARMAND JAMES Armand James Mayzel, 80, of Woodbridge, VA, entered into eternal rest surrounded by his loving children and grandson, Aaron, on January 31, 2019, at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. Armand was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Mayzel and Anna (Dora) Mayzel; his beloved wife of 51 years, Constance (Manfre) Mayzel; his ?rst-born son, Joseph Mayzel; a daughter- in-law, Cindy Mayzel; and a step-grandson, Jake Lewis, all from Woodbridge; brothers, Frank Mayzel and Joseph Mayzel, both of Clairton, PA, also precede Armand in death. Born at home in Clairton, PA on November 18, 1938, Armand spent his early years as part of a Slovakian community on the outskirts of Pittsburgh, PA. He loved sharing stories of his adventures growing up, including jumping between the Union Railroad Company train cars, swimming in the Monogahela River, attempting to outsmart the nuns at Catholic school, and various, other adventures he shared with his six brothers and sisters. He loved sports, namely baseball and football, and was a linebacker for the Clairton Bears, helping take their team to the state football championships in 1954. Armand went on to play football for the Oregon Tech Owls after earning a football scholarship at the Oregon Institute of Technology in Klamath Falls, where he completed a degree in Engineering Inspection in 1958. After a knee injury ended his football career, Armand spent most weekends watching football on TV, rooting for both the Pittsburgh Steelers and Washington Redskins. His exuberant passion for football may help explain why none of his four children developed any enthusiasm for professional sports. Armand spent three years serving in the U.S. Army, which took him to countries like Libya and Italy, before leaving the military in 1961 to pursue a career as an engineering inspector in Washington, DC. He met his wife Connie in 1964, the year they married, and raised his family in Alexandria VA, and later, Woodbridge. Armand was employed by a number of engineering and construction ?rms in the DC-area throughout his long, 45-year career. He was most recently employed by MacTec (previously Law Engineering), and retired in 2008 after 27 years with the company. Armand is survived by his twin sons, Armand (d. Cindy) Mayzel, Jr. of Woodbridge (grandchildren, Christopher Mayzel, Emily (Chris) Busse, step-grandson Eric Lewis and step great- grandson, Stokley Lewis) and James Mayzel of Woodbridge (wife, Susan, and grandson, Nicholas); a daughter, Maria Mayzel of Baltimore, MD (husband, Oswaldo Acosta and twins, Lucas Acosta and Olivia Acosta); a grandson, Aaron Mayzel of Fairless Hills, PA; four sisters, Audrey (d. Michael) Mihalko, of Clairton, PA, Elsie (Nazareth) Rondinelli, of San Marcos, CA, Evelyn (Anthony) Frattaroli, of Murrysville, PA and Anna Marie (Terry) Cvetan, of Belle Vernon, PA, along with numerous nieces and nephews and his beloved cat, Lilly. Armand was a longstanding member of the Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church. He and his wife, Connie, volunteered with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and walked in honor of their son, Joseph, in the MS Walk for a number of years. After his retirement, Armand became an avid woodworker, making furniture for family and friends. After losing Connie in 2016, Armand bravely fought lung cancer, which resulted in a number of chronic health conditions, all of which he managed in stride. It is uncertain if one of his many chronic health conditions ultimately led to his death - or if the prospect of the New England Patriots playing in yet another Super Bowl was the real culprit? One thing is certain - we all know the Redskins never had a shot of making it to the Super Bowl this season. Family and friends will be received at MOUNTCASTLE TURCH FUNERAL HOME, 13318 Occoquan Road, Woodbridge, VA 22191 on Wednesday, February 6, 2019, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church, 13752 Mary's Way, Woodbridge, VA 22191 on February 7, 2019, time to be determined, with a celebration of Armand's life to follow. In lieu of ?owers, the family requests that donations be made to the Healing Hearts Respite Foundation, P.O. Box 168, Haymarket, VA 20168. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DYMUN KAREN F. AGE 73, OF ...
DYMUN KAREN F. Age 73, of Ross Twp., on Feb. 1, 2019. Much beloved wife of John A. Dymun; loving mother of Jason (Brenda) Dymun and Jessica Dymun; daughter of the late Rudolph and Jane Erdos; sister of Katherine and Thomas Erdos; cherished grandmother of Amanda and Joshua. Visitation Mon. 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Mass of Christian Burial Tues. at 10:00 a.m. at St. Sebastian Church. In lieu of ?owers, memorials suggested to American Cancer Society or Good Samaritan Hospice, 146 Neely School Road, Wexford, PA 15090. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEFKOWITZ FRANCINE K . When it was said, God couldn't be everywhere so he created mothers, they were thinking of Fran. On Friday, February 1, 2019, she passed comfortably after a brief illness. Survived by her husband of 63 years, Alan Z. Lefkowitz of Pittsburgh, PA; three adoring children, Curtis R. (Kelly) Lefkowitz of Los Angeles, CA, Gail A. Lefkowitz of Pittsburgh, PA, and David E. Lefkowitz of Los Angeles, CA; and her brother, R. Edward Kaplan (Audrey) of Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Family was everything to her. Her nephews, Michael D. Kaplan (Elle) of Denville, NJ and Kenneth A. Kaplan (Ellen), called her Aunt Frankie, but you didn't need to be her relative to call her that. Many of her children's childhood friends remained in her life until the last. She also adopted a couple of surrogate grandchildren along the way to add to the three grandchildren who carry her last name, Sidoine P. Tournissac-Lefkowitz, Maylis L. Tournissac-Lefkowitz, and Rebecca R. Lefkowitz. Burial and interment are private. A memorial service will be held at Rodef Shalom Temple, 4905 Fifth Avenue (at Morewood), on Sunday, February 3, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., reception to follow, all are welcome. Shiva Monday, February 4, 2019, and Tuesday, February 5, 2019, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Temple. Contributions in Fran's name may be made to the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children, 201 N. Belle?eld Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, or to Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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O'CALLAGHAN SISTER ELENITA (HE...
O'CALLAGHAN SISTER ELENITA (HELEN O'CALLAGHAN) A Pittsburgh Sister of Mercy for 74 years, died at the Convent of Mercy on February 1, 2019. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, she was 97 years old. Daughter of Richard D. and Hannah (White) Nolan, Sister Elenita entered the Sisters of Mercy from St. Agnes Parish in Pittsburgh in 1945 and made ?nal vows in 1950. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Mount Mercy College (now Carlow University) and spent 25 years teaching in Catholic schools in the Dioceses of Pittsburgh, Greensburg and San Juan Puerto Rico. Locally she taught at St. Xavier, Latrobe, St. Peter, McKeesport, St. Paul Cathedral, St. Colman and St. Maurice. From 1971, Sister Elenita served the Pittsburgh regional community as secretary in the administrative council of?ces until 1984. From 1984 to 1991, Sister Elenita was manager of Mercy House, the housing for family of critically ill, out of town patients at Mercy Hospital. After retiring from that position, sister began her work in the academic affairs of?ce of Carlow College. She spent more than 10 years in a support role for that of?ce in addition to maintaining all the records of the Sisters of Mercy in Pittsburgh. Sister Elenita used her gift of organization in service to others. Usually quiet and serious, her sense of humor shone through at the most unexpected times when she saw the incongruity of a situation. Sister Elenita was preceded in death by her parents; and stepmother, Ellen Noey Holleran O'Callaghan; and also by her brothers, John B. and Thomas R. Holleran, George T. O'Callaghan, Richard (Bud); and sisters, Hannah Therese Edlis, Mary Louise Weber and Rose Molnar. Sister Elenita is survived by a sister, Catherine O'Callaghan of Houston, TX. Additionally, numerous nieces and nephews survive. Friends will be received Sunday, February 3, 2019, from 2-7 p.m. and Monday, February 4, 2019, from 9-10:45 a.m. at the Convent of Mercy, 3333 Fifth Avenue. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday at 11 a.m. in the Chapel at the Convent of Mercy, followed by interment in St. Xavier Cemetery, Latrobe. Arrangements entrusted to the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME. In lieu of ?owers, donations may be made to the Sisters of Mercy, 3333 Fifth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213 or Carlow University Endowed Scholarship Fund. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MEISTER WINTON P. Age 96, of Sherwood Oaks, formerly of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 29, 2019. Loving husband of 48 years to Dorothy Hinkel Meister and the late Dorothy Jean (Brown) Meister; devoted father of David Meister (Janet), Ron Meister, Bobbi Povirk Darr (Gary), Gary Povirk (Lisa) and the late Lawrence P. Meister (surviving wife, Patty) and Rebecca Ann (Meister) Muckinhaupt; also surviving are four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brother of Ralph Meister and Dr. Donald Meister (Pat). There will be no visitation. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Sherwood Oaks, Norman Drive, Cranberry Township, PA 16066. Family suggests memorial contributions to be made to the Sherwood Oaks Scholarship Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC. Condolences may be shared at brandtfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BIRES SISTER M. GEORGINE A Sister of Charity of Nazareth, was called to her heavenly home on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at the age of 93 and in the 75th year of her religious life. Sister entered the Congregation of the Vincentian Sisters of Charity from St. Joseph Parish in West Aliquippa, PA in 1944. She received her B.Ed. and M.Ed. degrees from Duquesne University and served the Church as an elementary teacher for 28 years in the Dioceses of Pittsburgh and Greensburg, PA, and Spring?eld-Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Sister Georgine always had a great love for little children and this love was expressed by her ministry in the Head Start Program and the Vincentian Child Care Center where she was a teacher for ?ve years and the Director for 25 years. Because of health reasons she retired in 2008. Known for her gentle manner and warm smile, it was easy to see how she readily connected with both the children and their parents. Sister Georgine was preceded in death by her parents, George and Anna Bires; her sister, Elizabeth; and brothers, Stephen, George and James. She is survived by her sisters- in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and her Sisters in Community. Friends will be received at St. Louise Convent, 8200 McKnight Road, Pittsburgh, PA on Tuesday, February 5 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, February 6 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be offered in the convent chapel on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. followed by interment in the Sisters' cemetery on the convent grounds. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEMON-MURRAY DIETTA AGE 64, ...
LEMON-MURRAY DIETTA Age 64, quietly, on Jauary 30, 2019, at her residence. Retired Transportation Specialist with the VA Hospital for 35 years. Beloved mother of Raymond Lemon; Sister of Patric Margaretta Lemon- Adams, Dorretta Lemon- Fallen, Drew D. Lemon; nine grandchildren; one great- grandchild, and a host of relatives. Friends may call Tuesday February 5, 2019, 4-8 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 800 Center St. at South Ave., Wilkinsburg 15221. Funeral Ceremony Wednesday 11 a.m. at Petra International Ministries, East Gate Dr. Burial Restland Memorial Park. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SABAT ROSEMARY A. (STANGL) AGE...
SABAT ROSEMARY A. (STANGL) Age 74, of South Park, formerly of Oakmont, PA, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at Jefferson Memorial Hospital. She was born January 30, 1944, in Oakmont, PA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Rose (Mikos) Stangl; husband, Peter Ludwig in 2016; and brother, Alfred Stangl. She is survived by son, Peter Frank, wife, Stacey (Valalik); brother, John (Patti) Stangl of Greensburg; and nephew, Jason Stangl; and niece, Alyssa (Dan) Cuomo. She was a graduate of Duquesne University with Master Degrees in both Sociology and Education. Prior to retirement she taught at St. Irenaeus Catholic School in Oakmont, PA and also at Nativity Catholic School in South Park, PA as third grade teacher and Co-Principal. Services entrusted to the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC ., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, 15236. A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Tuesday, 10 a.m., February 5, 2019, at Nativity Church, 5811 Curry Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Interment will follow in the Jefferson Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WISSNER ROBERT J. AGE 74, ...
WISSNER ROBERT J. Age 74, of West View, passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a lengthy illness on Thursday, January 31, 2019. Beloved husband, of nearly 49 years on Valentine's Day, of Elizabeth "Betty-Jo" (Jack); loving father of Roberta J. Kunkel (John), Rebecca J. Born (David), Brian J. (Chanel), Bonnie J. Vatovec (Ryan), Sarabeth "Beth" Scheller (Joseph Pritchard), and Bradley J. (Robert Gomez); proud grandfather of 11; brother of Howard Wissner, Christine Bennett, and Diane Firko; son of the late Howard and Victoria (Stazer) Wissner; also survived by loving relatives and friends. Always warming the room with his smile and good nature, Bob reveled in the simple pleasures of good food, a quick step polka, and celebrating his children's and grandchildren's ethnic performances. Friends will be received on Monday from 2-8 p.m., at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC ., 806 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp. Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Teresa of Avila Church on Tuesday 10 a.m. Bob proudly served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam Era. After being honorably discharged, he enjoyed a 43 year career with the United States Postal Service. In lieu of ?owers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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