BALMERT MARTHA M. Age 93, of Venice, FL, died on June 20, 2014. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on January 3, 1921, and came to Venice in 1989 from Pittsburgh, PA. Martha attended The Ohio State University and St. Mary of the Springs in Columbus, Ohio. She was an active volunteer with the Venice Chamber of Commerce. She is survived by her husband, Albert, of Venice; daughter, Molly Balmert Marchand (Philip) of Nokomis; sons, Michael (Kathleen) of Dublin, Ohio, Peter (Marcia) of Mars, PA, David (Margaret) of North Huntingdon, PA, and William (Karen) of Greensburg, PA; 17 grandchildren; and ten great- grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Wednesday, June 25, 2014, 1 p.m. at Epiphany Cathedral. FARLEY FUNERAL HOME, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Epiphany Cathedral, 350 Tampa Avenue, Venice, FL 34285. To share a memory of Martha, visit: www.farleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BALMERT MARTHA M. AGE 93, OF V...
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SALTZMAN ALTA AGE 103, ON SUN...
SALTZMAN ALTA Age 103, on Sunday, June 22, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Avraham Saltzman; devoted mother of the late Lydia (late Alfred) Lewin; cherished grandmother of Scott (Stacy) Lewin and Howard (Stephanie) Lewin; loving Bubby of Sara, Alex, Aaron and Laura Lewin. Graveside Services and interment will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2014, at 10 a.m. in New Light Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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WEDNER MARC R. AGE 76, OF VALL...
WEDNER MARC R. Age 76, of Valley Village, California, died on June 19, 2014, following a lengthy illness. He was the only son of Sylvia and Marcus Wedner. Funeral Services were held June 22, 2014, in Mount Sinai Memorial Park, Hollywood Hills. Marc was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and attended Shady Side Academy and Haverford College. He married Pamela Gordon and moved to California in 1961 after the birth of their daughter. He lived in the San Fernando Valley for 53 years and worked at several aerospace, technology, and telecommunications firms around Southern California. A proud workaholic, he also avidly pursued his passions for equity waiver theater, Bebop jazz, WWII history, and the Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers. He is survived by his daughter, Melissa Wedner Roeder; and son-in-law, Gil Roeder and his son, Marcus Wedner; and daughter-in-law, Anne Wedner. He is survived by four grandchildren, Adam Roeder, Eleanor Roeder, Dorothy Wedner, and Sylvia Martha Wedner. He was uncle to Alex Segal, Justin Segal, Joshua Segal, and Erica Bootchk; brother-in-law to Valerie Gordon Lee; and great-uncle to eight nieces and nephews. Marc was preceded in death by his wife, Pamela. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Shady Side Academy in Pittsburgh, PA. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SZRAMOWSKI PAUL R. SUDDENLY ON...
SZRAMOWSKI PAUL R. Suddenly on Saturday, June 21, 2014, age 49, of Shaler Twp. Beloved husband and best friend of 26 years to Jacqueline (Ireland) Szramowski; proud father of Jacob, Joshua, Michael, and the late Lauren Szramowski; beloved son of Evelyn (Lubic) and the late Stanley Szramowski; brother of Matthew (Cindy), Susan (Louis) Tedesco, James, Mark, John, Phillip, Thomas (Lisa), and the late Michael Szramowski; also survived by his many favorite nieces, nephews, and his Best Buddy, Patrick Rothwell. Friends received 5-8 p.m. Tuesday and 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at the OGRODNIK - HAHN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 333 Butler St., Etna. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday 10 a.m. in All Saints Church, Etna. Burial will follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LANGMAN FRED, JR. AGE 78, A LI...
LANGMAN FRED, Jr. Age 78, a lifelong resident of Coraopolis, passed away at home on Sunday, June 22, 2014. He was born in Coraopolis on Jan. 26, 1936, to the late Julia (Samboldt) Langmann, Sr.; beloved father of Valerie Simons; and loving grandfather of Joshua Simons, both of Debary, FL; cherished brother of Frances Langman of Coraopolis, Julie Hermann (Norman) of Robinson Township, Marilyn Langman of Sewickley, Robert Langmann (Lorraine) and Ronald Langman (Shirley), all of Robinson Township. Fred was a lifelong member of St. Joseph Church had worked for LTV Steel, Aliquippa Works, he enjoyed dog racing, horse racing and traveling. He served in the U.S. Army during Korea. Visitation Tuesday 2-4, 7-9 p.m. at COPELAND'S CORAOPOLIS, 867 Fifth Ave., where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to American Cancer Society. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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STANKO JOHN J. JOHN "JAY" STAN...
STANKO JOHN J. John "Jay" Stanko, 89, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2014, Robinson Township. He was born January 16, 1925, to Peter and Barbara (Slota) Stanko in Preston. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Dolores "Doll" (White) Stanko; his six children, Sharon L. Martin (Max Gilbert) of Little Rock, Arkansas, John M. (Brenda) of Lexington, Kentucky, Debra A. Meyer (Raymond) of Pittsburgh, Gregory P. (Maryellen) of Carnegie, Keith C. (Tina) of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Lauren M. Stanko of Ross Township; 16 grandchildren, Brett, Jonathan, Shelley, John W., Justin, Adam, Virginia, Tonya, Ashley, Peter, Kathryn, Evan, Heather, Braden, Ryan and Rachel; and nine great- grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. John was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to all. A World War II veteran, John served our country as a Sergeant in the 405th Signal Company, 5th U.S. Army-Air Force, stationed in the South Pacific. His tour of duty included setting up communication lines preceding the troops' arrival, operating as a radio technician throughout the Philippine Islands and Japan. He was a long-time member of the V.F.W. Post 402. in 1952, John designed and built the family home in Robinson Township where he and Dolores raised their six children. John worked at Shenago Inc., Neville Island for 42 years and served as the President of the United Steelworkers Union for 16 years. During the 1970s, John, an avid inventor, acquired five U.S. patents. After his retirement, he pursued a new hobby, woodworking, where he won many awards and was quite prolific. Throughout his life, John fascinated many with his mechanical skills, building campers, trailers, and hydraulic log splitters, to name a few. He had a love of learning, creating, collecting, and building that few could rival, and instilled those qualities in his children. He also enjoyed fishing and travel. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Walter "Ludge" Stanko; four sisters, Mary Makar, Ann Blumling, Pauline Baron, and Elizabeth Zirkel. Family will receive friends 4-8 p.m. WEDNESDAY at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp., where services will be held 11 a.m. THURSDAY. Parastas 7:30 p.m. Wednesday evening. John will be laid to rest in Mount Calvary Cemetery in McKees Rocks with Military Honors. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SNEE THOMAS V., JR. AGE 81, OF...
SNEE THOMAS V., Jr. Age 81, of Etna, on Monday, June 23, 2014. Beloved husband of Margaret (Petrovich) Snee; loving father of Deborah (Charles) Heiry, Cheryl (John Martin) McCurry, Thomas (Gayle) Snee, Michael (Martha) Snee, Barbara (Ronald) Sweazen, Mary Jane (Mark) Daniels, Kathleen (Bret) Wagner, and Vincent Snee; dear Pop-Pop of Brian (Meghan) Heiry, Melissa (Joel) Werre, Michelle McCurry, Michael (Bara) McCurry, Kristyn (David) Sabol, Corey (Jennifer Lentz) Sweazen, Cameron Daniels and Claire Daniels; Great-Pop-Pop of Molly, Addison, and Nolan Heiry; brother of the late Arthur Snee and Mary Lou Snee. Friends will be received on Tuesday 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in All Saints Church, Etna on Thursday at 12 noon. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FROMLAK JEFFREY W. JUNE 24, 19...
FROMLAK
JEFFREY W.
June 24, 1986 - Jan. 27, 2013
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JEFF!
We think of you and miss you each and every day.
Love you.
Mom, Dad, Christine, family & friends.
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LEBEDA FREDRICK M. OF MUNHALL,...
LEBEDA FREDRICK M. Of Munhall, passed away June 21, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Becky; daughters, Ruth (Chris) Robbins and Amy (Craig) Grella; two siblings, James (Elinor) Lebeda of Lincoln Place and Nancy (Ted) Matlack of Avonmore, PA. Friends will be received at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, 3511 Main Street, Munhall (412)-461-6394, Wednesday, 6-9 p.m., Thursday, 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at Homestead Park United Methodist Church, 4231 Shady Ave., Munhall on Friday at 11:30 a.m. (Everyone meet in Church). In lieu of flowers, please send donations to HPUMC, 4231 Shady Ave., Munhall, PA 15120 or The Cancer Caring Center, 4117 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224, www.cancercaring.org/donate. Please share your memories and condolences at: georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MEYERS DOROTHY S. DODY AGE ...
MEYERS DOROTHY S. DODY Age 78, of Verona, on Saturday, June 21, 2014. Beloved wife of the late James E. Meyers; caring mother of Tammy (Patrick) Kearns and the late James E. Meyers, Jr.; survived by siblings, John Stover, Charles Stover, Deborah Leaf and Douglas Stover; also survived by one grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services and interment will be private. Arrangements entrusted to the ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. Online condolences may be made at: www.english-funeral-home.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PERRI ANNA ROSE (CARUSO) AGE 8...
PERRI ANNA ROSE (CARUSO) Age 85, on Sunday, June 22, 2014, of Swissvale. Beloved wife of 66 years to Pietro Perri; loving mother of Gino (Toni), Paula Sotak (Raymond), Pietro and the late Joseph; dear grandmother of Vanessa, Daniela, Alessandra, Gino, Benito, Angelique, and Gabriella; sister of Mafalda Zenone; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial in the Madonna del Castello Roman Catholic Church Friday 10:30 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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ZUKAUCKAS ANTHONY TONY V. OF...
ZUKAUCKAS ANTHONY TONY V. Of Hampton Twp., on Sunday, June 22, 2014. Mr. Zukauckas was the beloved husband of Rita J. Zukauckas; father of Amy Zukauckas (Stan Sobolak) of Thornburg, Laura Zukauckas of Hampton Twp.; brother of Ronald Zukauckas (Kathy) of Charleroi, Deacon Gerald Zukauckas (Sharon) of Atlanta, GA. Celebrate Mr. Zukauckas' life with his family on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp. where a Blessing Service will be held at 4 p.m. His family respectfully suggests donations be made to Glenshaw Century Club Scholarship Fund c/o Karen Griffith, 239 Maryland Drive, Glenshaw, PA 15116. Leave condolences at: www.permanfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HOSTLER ATHENA BO AGE 77, OF...
HOSTLER ATHENA BO Age 77, of Bethel Park, formerly of Grafton, WV, on Sunday, June 22, 2014. Beloved wife of John for 55 loving years; loving mother of John (Elizabeth) Hostler, Amy (Michael) Dindak and James (Jennifer) Hostler; sister of Irene (John) Cassel, Mary (the late Jim) Wolfe, Dimetra (Lucien) Lewin, Lawrence (Susie) Andrews, and Eric Andrews; grandmother of Conner, Clint, Johnny, Grant, Athena, Andrea, and Cooper. Athena loved to teach kids, which she did for over 35 years. Friends welcome Tuesday 6-9 p.m. at FREYVOGEL - SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, (412-835-1860), 112 Fort Couch Rd., Bethel Park, (opposite Macy's South Hills Village). Visitation will resume Wednesday 5-8 p.m. in Grafton, WV. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH TERRENCE G. AGE 69, FORM...
SMITH TERRENCE G. Age 69, formerly of Bloomfield, on Thursday, June 19, 2014. Beloved brother of William J. Smith (Barbara), Fritz Smith (Theresa), Judy DeFalco (Steve), Margie Kaczynski (Dennis) and Michele Reck (Jan); also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, June 26, 2014, in St. Maria Goretti Church (Liberty Campus) at 10 a.m. Arrangements McCABE BROS, INC. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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NORMILE-WILSON PAMELA L. SEGIE...
NORMILE-WILSON
PAMELA L. SEGIEL
June 24, 2014
Sadly missed along life's way, quietly remembered every day. No longer in our life to share, but in our hearts you're always there.
We are all grateful for the precious memories we now treasure.
Happy Birthday, Pam, with love, Mom & Dad-Family
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FREYVOGEL NANCY ON SATURDAY, J...
FREYVOGEL NANCY On Saturday, June 21, 2014. Beloved daughter of the late Frank G. and Mary Hannon Freyvogel; sister of Katie F. Gordon (Tucker) and the late Mary F. McDonnell (John); also survived by many nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation and interment will be private. A Memorial Service will be held and announced at a later date. Remembrances may be made to Eye and Ear Foundation, 203 Lothrop Street, Suite 251, Eye and Ear Institute, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (Attention: Dr. Dhaliwal's Research). Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. www.freyvogelfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LAMOTTE ROBIN C. (ZLOKAS) AGE...
LaMOTTE ROBIN C. (ZLOKAS) Age 58, of Baldwin Boro, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2014. Daughter of Irene (Syko) Zlokas and the late Peter Zlokas, Jr.; sister to Starr Pieffer (Lou), Dawn Stanis (Don), Crystal Weber (Ron); she adored her four nieces, Heather Pieffer, Amber Pieffer, Aprille Stanis, and Reena Weber. Robin enjoyed the simple things like watching the Steelers and she loved to feed the birds. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2014, from 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. at CIESLAK & TATKO FUNERAL HOME, 2935 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. A Service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, June 27, 2014, at 11 a.m. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SUPP JOSEPH W. AGE 83, OF BALD...
SUPP JOSEPH W. Age 83, of Baldwin, surrounded by his family on June 23, 2014. Loving husband of Dolores Supp for 63 years; proud father of Craig (Cathy) Supp and the late Carla DeSimone; father-in-law of Ronald DeSimone; grandfather of Leah DeSimone, Christopher Supp Weir, and Phillip DeSimone; brother of Dolores (Ralph) Veschio and Trudy (Edward) Kearns. Joe was an Army Korean War veteran. Visitation will be on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday in St. Thomas A' Becket Church at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association at Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HENNINGER MATTHEW WILLIAM AGE ...
HENNINGER MATTHEW WILLIAM Age 39, of James Island, husband of Leigh Henninger, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2014. He was born to William and Janice Henninger of Wadmalaw Island, SC. Matt was a graduate of Mt. Lebanon High School in Mt. Lebanon, PA and graduated from the College of Charleston in Charleston, SC. He owned and operated M & A Construction Company. Matt loved the outdoors and he enjoyed and appreciated music with family and friends. In addition to his wife and parents, Matt is survived by his two sisters, Kathleen Johnson (J.R.) of Germany and Beth Mathewes (Christopher) of Wadmalaw Island; his parents-in-law, Kelly and Stan King of Anderson. In addition to his aunts, Maxyne, Nora, Barbara, Mary, and Carolyn; uncles, Robert and Jay; and many cousins, he will be deeply missed by his nieces and nephews, Riley, Vivienne, Eleanor, Henry, Owen, Gigi, Caleb, and Liam; sister-in-law, Aimee McIntosh (Darren) of Phoenix. Family and friends are invited to attend his Memorial Service, 3 p.m. Thursday, June 26, 2014, at Folly River Park (on the left as you enter Folly Beach). Arrangements have been entrusted to McALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 347 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412, 843-614-8494. Condolences may be viewed or submitted at: www.mcalister-smith.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SMIY PAUL R. AGE 90, OF IRWIN,...
SMIY PAUL R. Age 90, of Irwin, went to the Lord Mon., June 23, 2014. He was born Sept. 5, 1923, in West Jeannette to the late Constantine Smiy and Mary Smiy Capar. He graduated from Jeannette High School in 1941. Upon graduating, he began his employment in the mailroom of the Elliott Company, a turbo machinery manufacturer. His employment was interrupted in 1943 when he left to serve in the Pacific Theater during WWII as a member of the 502nd anti-aircraft battalion in Leyte, and during the invasion of Okinawa. After the war, Paul returned to Elliott, took night courses at the University of Pittsburgh, Penn State Extension and Carnegie-Mellon University, and rose through its manufacturing ranks. He retired from Elliott in 1998, as its chairman and CEO. Throughout his life, Paul was active supporting his community having served on the boards of Jeannette Hospital, Jeannette Health Place, Jeannette Hospital Foundation, Norwin YMCA, Westmoreland Symphony Orchestra, Catholic Charities, Japan-American Society, Boy Scouts of America-Westmoreland Fayette Council and ARC Westmoreland. He was past co-chairman of the Westmoreland County Area Labor Management Committee, past president of the Irwin Lions and a member of numerous community committees. As a longtime member of Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin, Paul served on several past church committees as well. He was a trustee of the Paul and Anne Smiy Family Foundation supporting a wide range of charitable organizations in the community. He was the Jeannette High School Distinguished Alumni recipient in 1990, the Jeannette Jaycees Man of the Year in 1991, received the William H. Spurgeon Award for his contributions to the Boy Scouts Explorer Program in 1996, received the Westmoreland Community College Humanitarian Award in 1997, the Catholic Charities Salt and Light Philanthropic Award in 2001, the Three Rivers Award from the Japan-American Society in 2006, and named a Knight Commander of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem in 2011. In addition to service to his community, Paul enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, following the Steelers, Pirates and Pens, and playing golf. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Anne Malazik Smiy; his son, David Smiy and wife, Brenda, of Chesterfield, VA; daughter, Patricia Smiy, of Irwin; and daughter, Linda Turner and husband, Joseph, of Sewickley; four grandchildren, Allison Williams and husband, Aaron, David Smiy, Jr. and wife, Katie, John Smiy, Jeffrey Turner; brother, Nicholas Smiy and wife, Betty, of Greensburg; sister, Helen Neel and husband, Ed, of Gaithersburg, MD; sister-in-law, Cathy Smiy, of Fort Mill, SC; stepsister, Bernice Krivoruchka and husband, Ted, of Springfield, VA; stepsister-in-law, Helen Capar, of Fredericksburg, MD; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Mary Yaksic; brother, William Smiy; stepfather, Steve Capar; stepbrother, Wesley Capar; stepsisters, Pauline Kashurba and Olga Popovich. Friends will be received 6 to 8 p.m. Wed., and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thurs. at the J.F. OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 504 Oak Street, Irwin. Parting Prayers will be held 9:00 a.m. Friday in the funeral home, followed by a 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at the Immaculate Conception Church. Interment in the Union Cemetery, North Huntingdon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception Church, 308 2nd St., Irwin, PA 15642, the Catholic Charities Diocese of Greensburg, 723 East Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, PA 15601; or a charity of one's choice. To send online condolences please visit: www.ottfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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