GONET GERALDINE "GERRY" (GRANNIS) Age 90, of Moon Twp., passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019. She was born in Philipsburg, PA on June 13, 1928 the daughter of the late William and Mary (Gavlock) Grannis. She was an employee of Montour Railroad and the Shenango Corporation, but her most treasured role was that of Mom and Grandma. She was also a member of St. Margaret Mary Parish, Moon Twp. Gerry was a devoted wife to her husband of over 63 years, Norman W. Gonet, who preceded her in death in 2016. She was also preceded in death by a brother, William Grannis and a sister, Mary Jane Bagatini. Gerry was a caring mother to ?ve children, Robert Gonet (Gail), FL, Karen Betz (Jim), Moon Twp., Andrea Wagner (Bob), Kennedy Twp., Thomas Gonet, Moon Twp. and Brian Gonet, SC. She was a loving grandma to eight grandchildren, Ryan Gonet, Alex Gonet, Jarrod Betz, Justin Betz, Jamie Kluchurosky (Joe), Jennifer Bolea (Zach), Sarah Wagner and Kevin Wagner; and ?ve great-grandchildren, Owen, Eli, Nora, Lucia and Enzo. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no public viewing. Friends will be received at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Coraopolis, starting at 12 Noon until Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m., on Saturday, February 23. Entombment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Moon Twp. THE HUNTSMAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES OF MOON TWP ., is in charge of arrangements. The family wishes to thank the loving staff at Good Samaritan Hospice and her exceptional home care aides, Kara and Macey. In lieu of ?owers, memorial contributions, can be made to: The Alzheimer's Association (www.alz.org) or Good Samaritan Hospice (www.concrdialm.org). huntsmanfuneralhomes.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARTWIG ROY T. AGE 87, FOR...
HARTWIG ROY T. Age 87, formerly of Bellevue passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019 in Mechanicsburg, PA. He was the son of the late William A. and Philomena (Kolling) Hartwig. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Maxine (Chickering) Hartwig and his four older siblings, Leo, Earl, Marcella (Zorn) and June (Barnett). He is survived by his children, Roy C. (Gina) Hartwig of Enola, PA and Susan (Jimmy) Collins of Florence, SC; four grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. Roy served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was a hard working self-taught mechanic who worked primarily in the trucking industry. In earlier years, he worked for the railroad, delivered coal door-to-door and was a milkman (Country Belle Dairies). He enjoyed helping others and served his community as a councilman/president (Borough of Bellevue). He was also a constable and member of the Masonic lodge. Later, Roy worked as a moving company salesman and also drove charter buses and trolleys giving tours around the city of Pittsburgh. Whether in Bellevue or at the summer home on Lake Erie, Roy was the go-to neighbor for diy projects and small engine repair. He found great joy in putzing around the garage and kabitzin' with the neighbors. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER-FRYERS . Family and friends are welcome at 430 Washington Ave., Bridgeville, 412-221-3800 on Saturday 1 p.m., until time of service at 3 p.m., with military honors. Interment will be private at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of ?owers, donations may be made to Hosanna Industries via Hampton Presbyterian Church, 2942 East Hardies Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044. www.hamptonpresbyterian.net Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LAQUINTA CAROLYN P. AGE 82, ...
LAQUINTA CAROLYN P. Age 82, of Crafton Heights, peacefully on Tuesday, February 19, 2019, with her family by her side. Wife of the late Richard S. Laquinta; beloved mother of Gary, Brian (Lynn) Laquinta, Julie (Frank) Dixon, and Lisa (Donald) Barthelemy; dear grandma of Laura, Sydney, Alyssa, Gianna, and Jacob; sister of the late John Oliver; aunt of William, John Oliver. Carolyn will be sadly missed by her family and dear friends. Visitation THURSDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER- McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton where the Blessing Service will be held 10 a.m. Friday. schepnermcdermott.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOHNSON ELIZABETH K . OF PIT...
JOHNSON ELIZABETH K . Of Pittsburgh, PA went to be with the Lord in the early morning hours of February 18, 2019. Elizabeth was born on Sept. 7, 1932, in Rome, GA to Katherine Elizabeth Lundy and William Clark Lundy, Sr.; preceding Eliabteh in death, in addition to her parents, was her husband of 53 years, Governor Johnson, Jr. and daughter, Drena Williams. Surviving are daughters, Katherine Allen (Aldophus), Suzette Levine (Gerald), and son-in-law, Ben Williams, Jr. (husband of Drena Williams). Grandchildren, Franklin Means Jr., Alexis Means-McBeth, Tekiesha Penaloza Daniel and Ben Williams, III. Additionally, Elziabeth has seven great- grandchildren, Myya, Madison, Mylik Means, Brianna Williams, Kalel Daniel, Londyn Daniel, Alexander Williams, Bryson Williams and three great- great-grandchildren, Lola Jordan, Joaquin Madison and Marvel Madison. Visitation at HOUSE OF LAW INC FUNERAL HOME , Penn Hills on Friday, February 22nd at 10 a.m., with funeral service following at 11 a.m. Interment Homewood Cemetery. www.houseo?awinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEINBERG SHIRLEY J. AGE 85, ...
WEINBERG SHIRLEY J. Age 85, wife of the late Alvin Weinberg; mother of Lisa (Dr. Mitchell) Antin; grandmother of Jeremy (Laura) Weinberg, Jonathan (Abby) Weinberg, Justin (Amanda) Weinberg, Joshua Weinberg; Benjamin (Rachel) Antin, and Jason (Rachel) Antin; great- grandmother of Jacob Weinberg, Juliet Weinberg and Adam Antin; sister of Robert (Janis) Shaughnessy; passed peacefully surrounded by family on February 19, 2019. Special thanks to her dear friends, Katie Yablonsky, Tom Hunter, and Paula Francis. She will be missed by her dog, Oliver. Burial at Beth Shalom Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The Alvin Weinberg Father and Son Learning Program at The Kollel Jewish Learning Center in Squirrel Hill. Professional Services trusted to D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Lawrenceville. www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LANKIEWICZ IRENE M. (STYBORSKI...
LANKIEWICZ IRENE M. (STYBORSKI) Age 88, of Lawrenceville, on Wednesday, February 20, 2019, surrounded by her family. Wife of the late Edward A. Lankiewicz; loving mother of Donna (Peter F.) Machi and Deborah "Debbie" (James) Pick; cherished grandmother of Brian and Jamie Pick and Gina Machi (Brandon Gratkie); dear great-grandmother of Leo Francis Gratkie; sister of the late Robert (surviving wife Sarah "Sally") Styborski; aunt of Michael Styborski. Family and friends are welcomed at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th, Street, Lawrenceville on Friday, February 22, 2019, from 2-8 p.m. Family and friends who wish to attend the funeral mass will meet at the Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 on Saturday, February 23, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Memorial donations are requested to be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor in Irene's memory. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DILONARDO MICHAEL P. AGE 60 ...
DiLONARDO MICHAEL P. Age 60 of Penn Hills, on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. Beloved son of the late Savino and Catherine (Winkler) DiLonardo; loving brother of Linda (Danny) Schlegel, Janet DiLonardo, Catherine (Peter) Cartwright, Philip (Laura) DiLonardo and Robert (Marie) DiLonardo; uncle of Marcus (Diane), Melinda (Max), Brian (Shayna), Eric (Nicole), Julie, Anthony, Alani, Abriel and Savino; nephew of Lena DiLonardo, Toni DiLonardo, Sr. Adrianne DiLonardo A.S.C.J. and Martha (Chuck) Hiett; also survived by six great-nieces and nephews. Friends received Thursday, 5-8 p.m. and Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME , 7663 Saltsburg Rd., (across from S & T Bank) Plum, PA 15239. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, 10 a.m., St. Januarius R. C. Church. Interment will follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JONES CONNIE B. CALLED HOME ...
JONES CONNIE B. Called home in the early morning of February 18, 2019, she is survived by her aunt; two children; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. The family will be having a private ceremony. Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. freyvogelfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KIEFER ROBERT L . AGE 67, ...
KIEFER ROBERT L . Age 67, peacefully on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 of Baldwin. Beloved husband of 45 years to Mary Lynn (Wagner) Kiefer; loving father of Stephen F. (Jen) Kiefer and Jennifer A. (Sean) Palastro; proud grandfather of Luke, Brielle and Vincent; brother of Carol (the late Robert) Oehling and Ronald (the late Criss) Kiefer. Also survived by brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Bob will be deeply missed by all who know him but will now be our guardian angel. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Thursday, February 21, 2019 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Friday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Wendelin Church at 10:30 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to the American Heart Association, 4 Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HORNYAK ANN (HUDAK) AGE 91, ...
HORNYAK ANN (HUDAK) Age 91, passed away on Thursday, February 21, 2019. Member of Lebanon Presbyterian Church. Wife of the late George Hornyak; mother of Georgia Ann, Robert (Connie), Thomas (Audrey) and William (Lori) Hornyak; eight grandchildren; eight great- grandchildren; sister of the late John Hudak. Friends received STEPHEN D. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 1701 Route 51, Jefferson Hills, Sunday 1-4 and 6-8 p.m., where a Funeral Service will be held on Monday 10:30 a.m. Family suggests donations to Lebanon Presbyterian Church or VFW Post 1810 Honor Guard. www.stephendslater.com for condolences and more information. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRIFFITH RONALD E . AGE 75, ...
GRIFFITH RONALD E . Age 75, of Ross Township, on Monday, February 18, 2019. Brother of Catherine (John) Kutris, Elizabeth (William) Leach, the late Cora Sokolovich, and the late Harry Grif?th. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Family will welcome friends on Saturday from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (noon) at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC., (West View), 388 Center Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15229, where a service will be held following visitation at 12 p.m. (noon). Interment to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery (Mt. Troy Road). Ronald was a proud Army Veteran. For 28 years, he drove the school bus for North Hills School District. In lieu of ?owers, family suggests memorial contributions to: It's About the Warrior, 12590 Perry Highway, Suite 700, Wexford, PA 15090. Please offer condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOSANOVICH PETER G. "PEPPY" AG...
KOSANOVICH PETER G. "PEPPY" Age 71, of Jefferson Hills, formerly of South Side, on Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at home peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Luba "Lou" (Szestak) for over 44 years; loving father of Peter J. (Kara) and Shawn (Holly) Kosanovich; grandfather of Caitlin, Meka, Mila and Michael; son of the late Peppy and Meka Kosanovich; brother of Phyllis (Terry) Kulics. Also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. Former employee of J&L/LTV Steel Pittsburgh Works, a member of HTC Men's Club, American Serbian Club, and a longtime member of Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Cathedral. Peppy graduated from California University of PA with a Bachelors degree in Education. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Sunday, February 24, 2019, from 12-8 p.m. and Monday morning in Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Cathedral from 10:00 until the time of his Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Pomen Service Sunday at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of ?owers, family suggests contributions to Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Cathedral, 450 Maxwell Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARSH WILMA F. "BILLIE" (WESOL...
MARSH WILMA F. "BILLIE" (WESOLOWSKI) Age 90, of West Mif?in, formerly of Lincoln Place, on February 19, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Clayton Marsh; loving mother of Wesley C. (Louise) Kolan of Lincoln Place; cherished grandmother of Dustin Kolan and Heather (Rueben) Amigleo; cherished great-grandmother of Colin and Paige Amigleo; also many nieces and nephews. Billie was the sole proprietor of Marsh's Dairy in Lincoln Place, she worked for Red Lobster and Homestead Library. Member of Lincoln Place Church of the Nazarene. Friends received on Sunday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at GREEN FUNERAL HOME of Lincoln Place, 1222 Muldowney Ave., Lincoln Place, 412-461-6394 where Funeral Services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. with Pastor W. Joseph Stump. Please share your memories and condolences at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GALISIN STEPHEN AGE 97, OF...
GALISIN STEPHEN Age 97, of Moon Township, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 20, 2019. He was born in Green?eld on September 19, 1922 , the seventh of eight children to the late John and Mary (Kavchik) Galisin Sr. Stephen was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dolores; brothers, John, Michael, Peter and Andrew Galisin; and sisters, Mary Rakar, Anna Szeman, and Julia Sheluga. He is survived by his son, Stephen Gregg (Pamela) Galisin; and his faithful Beagle sidekick, Jibbers; along with nieces and nephews. Stephen was a proud WWII Marine Corps veteran who served in the Paci?c Theatre from 1942 - 45 and a lifetime member of the Ohio Valley Marine Corps League. After his discharge, he worked as an independent Bricklayer for many years, building his own beautiful Moon residence and many other local structures. In later years, he worked for various large contractors as a Foreman supervising the relining of blast furnaces in the United States and abroad (Venezuela, Brazil, Iran, and Peru). In addition, Stephen was an avid ?sherman, and a talented musician and trumpet player who also enjoyed ?nding restoring classic automobiles and older buildings with his son in retirement. Friends received, SANVITO FUNERAL HOME , 1316 4th Ave., Coraopolis on Friday From 4-8 p.m. A blessing service will take place in the Funeral Home at 7:30 p.m. Private interment Resurrection Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MOONEY JOHN "JACK", JR . AGE ...
MOONEY JOHN "JACK", JR . Age 66, of Elizabeth, on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 after a nine month battle with cancer. Son of the late John Sr. and Margaret (Edwards) Mooney. He grew up as the eldest of four and attended St. Stephen Grade School, St. Casimir High School, and Gladstone High School. John worked for over 30 years as a machinist at Kerotest Mfg. Beloved husband of Shirley A. (Behun) Mooney; devoted father of Shannon Mooney and Kellie Mooney; his beloved dog, Pete; brother of Janet (Jerry) Monaco, Karen (Robert) Valentich and Kevin (Lisa) Mooney and many nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-5 p.m., on Sunday at ELMER L. HERMAN FUNERAL HOME , 5204 Second Ave., Pittsburgh, 15207. In lieu of ?owers, make a donation to assist with the cost of medical bills at: https://www.gofundme.com /john-mooney-memorial Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALTERS HARRY MILTON "MILT" AG...
WALTERS HARRY MILTON "MILT" Age 78, of Universal, on Wednesday, February 20, 2019. Beloved husband of 51 years to Vera (Sabatasso); brother of Marvin R. (Maureen) Walters; uncle of Anne Marie (David) Koenig and Jeffrey T. (Sabrina) Walters; brother- in-law of Carmen Sabatasso. Milt was a proud US Navy Veteran and a member at the American Legion Post 980, Logan's Ferry Sportsman Club and Pontiac Classic Car Club. He was retired from Fisher Body and enjoyed archery and woodworking. Friends received, Friday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL , 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road) Penn Hills, where a Service will be held, Saturday, 10:00 a.m . Interment in National Cemeteries of the Alleghenies. Donations may be made to Parkinson Foundation of Western PA, 575 Lincoln Ave., Bellevue, PA 15202. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARGROVE DANIEL B. AGE 56, ...
HARGROVE DANIEL B. Age 56, of Shaler Twp., passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019, as a result from complications to his lifelong battle with diabetes. Daniel was born on December 31, 1962 and was preceded in death by his mother, June Spanos. He lived in Shaler his entire life and graduated from La Roche College and Duquesne University of Law. He became an assistant DA for Allegheny County and then went into solo practice concentrating in Criminal and Civil litigation. He was an avid motorcycle, quad, and snowmobile rider. He also collected classic cars and was a lifelong mason. Friends and family will be received on Monday, February 25 from 6-8 p.m., at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD ., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Services and Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Dan's memory to the Pittsburgh Diabetes Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAGNES CATHERINE (WALNICK) AGE...
MAGNES CATHERINE (WALNICK) Age 97, of Pittsburgh on February 20, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Michael Magnes; mother of Dorothy Gudukas, Michael T. (Deborah) Magnes and the late Catherine Reid; also survived by eight grandchildren; seven great- grandchildren; and one great- great-grandchild; sister of the late Helen Mowry, Ann Misulich, Agnes Heeter, Mary Gorsha, Ralph, John and Albert Walnick. Friends received at the WILLIAM R. WELSH FUNERAL HOME , 309 East 10th Avenue, Homestead on Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Liturgy, Monday 10:00 a.m., at St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Cathedral, Munhall, with Very Rev. Andrew J. Deskevich officiating. Interment Parish cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMPSON SYLVIA J. AGE 89, ...
THOMPSON SYLVIA J. Age 89, of O'Hara Township, passed away on Wednesday, February 20, 2019. Beloved wife of 64 years to the late William "BJ" Thompson; loving mother of Paula (James) Finello, Monica Johnson, Sheila (Curt) Clark and Bill Thompson; grandmother of Joshua Johnson, Jason (Meredith) Clark, Kelly (Kyle) Connolly, Dana Clark and Tyler Thompson; great-grandmother of Landon, Colton and Aurora; and sister of Gloria Olszewski, Jack (Lois) Kowalski and the late Frank Kowalski and Linda Roney. Sylvia was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved her family and let it show in the home she made for them. She was a lifelong, active member of St. Edward Church and had a deep faith that inspired those around her. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 23, 2019 from 6-8 p.m. and on Sunday, February 24, 2019 from 1-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., 930 Center Avenue, Blawnox, PA 15238. The rosary will be said on Sunday at 3pm. Family and friends will gather at the Funeral Home on Monday at 9:30 a.m. for ?nal prayers, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St.Pio Parish/St. Edward Church at 10:30 a.m. Interment in St. Stanislaus Cemetery. In lieu of ?owers, donations may be made to Aspinwall Meals on Wheels. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FENOCCHI WELLINGTON A. AGE 5...
FENOCCHI WELLINGTON A. Age 56 of McKees Rocks, PA, passed away peacefully in his sleep after a courageous battle with ALS on Sunday, February 17, 2019. Beloved husband of Stacie (Wincalow) Fenocchi; and father of Alex (Sarah) Fenocchi; and stepfather of Kaitlin Dobrowsky; loving son of Walter and Gloria Fenocchi; brother of Eloy and Karina. Friends will be received Saturday, February 23, 2019 from 1-3 and 4-6 p.m., at the VALERIAN F. SZAL FUNERAL HOME, INC ., 238 Helen Street, McKees Rocks, PA 15136, where a Blessing Service will be held at 6 p.m. Interment will be private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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