BLAKEY WILLIAM RUSSELL Retired director of operations, for over 60 years, at the Hill House, quietly, on June 24, 2014. Beloved companion of C.D. Tyler; father of William J. Blakey of San Diego, CA and Bruce D. (Patricia) Blakey of Pgh.; stepfather of Scooter and Sweetie Tyler; brother of Raymond Blakey, Sr. and Norman (Lil) Blakey; three grandchildren; two great- grandchildren; and a host of relatives. Friends may call Monday, June 30, 2014, 4-8 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL OF PT. BREEZE, 7204 Thomas Blvd. Funeral Ceremony Tuesday, July 1, 2014, at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 2001 Wylie Ave., Hill District. Interment private. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
BLAKEY WILLIAM RUSSELL RETIRED...
↧
REEB CHARLES ROBERT AGE 81, OF...
REEB CHARLES ROBERT Age 81, of Fredericktown, PA, died Thursday, June 26, 2014, in his home, after a prolonged illness. He was born April 15, 1933, in Pittsburgh, PA, the son of the late Joseph and Mary Martin Reeb. Mr. Reeb was a 1951 graduate of St. Justin Academy. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Charles was an International Senior Flight Steward for (TWA) Trans World Airlines and for several years was co-owner of Shamrock Animal Rescue of Holbrook, PA, previously owned and operated Ron Travel Co., worked at MGM Studios and was also a bartender on Venice Beach, California. He was a prolific painter, painting and decorating his many masks. Surviving is a sister, Patricia A. Kaley of South Fayette Township, PA; one niece, Krista M. Kaley of Collier Township, PA; and lifetime partner, Prof. James R. Carbin of Fredericktown, PA. Deceased in addition to his parents are one brother and one sister who both died in infancy. Funeral arrangements are private and under the direction of the GREENLEE FUNERAL HOME, 42 Bank Street at Crawford Road, Fredericktown, PA. Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery with private services for family and close friends. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Washington Co. Humane Society, P.O. Box 66, Washington, PA 15301. Online guestbook and personal condolences may be accessed at: www.greenleefuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
MCCRACKEN JEAN M. OF HEIDELBER...
McCRACKEN JEAN M. Of Heidelberg, on Friday, June 27, 2014. Daughter of the late Alexander and Stella Gilleskie; wife of the late Donald W. McCracken; loving mother of Marybeth (Jim) Hrapczak, Erin McCracken, and Dawn (Scott) McCracken-Bruce; sister of Robert J. Gilleskie and the late Alexander Gilleskie; proud grandmother of Bethani and Tiffani Hrapczak, Alexander Cambridge, Dominic and Tyson Bruce; also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends received Monday 2-8 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
EVANS ANTHONY J. TONY AGE 77...
EVANS ANTHONY J. TONY Age 77, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2014, at Good Samaritan Hospice House. He was born in Richmond Surrey, England on March 24, 1937, to the late Charles and Nell Evans. He married the love of his life, June Mary Sumner Evans, on May 13, 1961. They both moved from England, making Moon Township their home since 1964. He will be missed greatly by his beloved wife, June of Moon Township; his sister, Pam Hammerton of England; along with other extended family in England and many other wonderful neighbors and friends. He was owner for 24 years of Mick McGuire's in Market Square. His colorful life as a chef began at the age of 15 as a stock boy moving himself up to executive chef on the cruise ships of the Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth, Corona and Mauretania and others. Tony also loved horse racing. Visitation Wednesday 6-9 p.m. at COPELAND'S MOON TOWNSHIP, 981 Brodhead Rd., where a service will be held on Thursday at 9 a.m. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Thomas Petrosky. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations in his name to the McGuire Home. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
MCLAUGHLIN BETTY KESSEL BETTY ...
McLAUGHLIN BETTY KESSEL Betty Kessel McLaughlin was born on February 17, 1922, the daughter of Dr. Charles Royall Kessel and Ruby Staats Kessel. She lived in Ripley, West Virginia until shortly after World War II when she married her loving husband, Hugh Price McLaughlin, of 42 years. Betty was a pre-med student at WVU, but after marriage taught high school biology in several school systems. In 1959, she moved to Mayfair Drive in Mt. Lebanon where Betty would live until relocating last year to Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Betty loved and delighted in her family and friends, especially the young ones, and she had a lifelong passion for education and music. She will be remembered by her family and friends for her spunky, tenacious personality, her fierce independence and determination, and her stories of family and life experiences. She died on June 20, 2014, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her son, Vance, and his wife, Sherry; her son, Hugh, and his wife, Kim; her grandson, Jamie, and his wife, Seah; and granddaughters, Kelly and Alyssa. After a family Memorial Service, she will be buried in Ripley, West Virginia. Betty's family would like to express their appreciation for the love and care of her by Rhoda Ashbaugh, Sunrise of Cuyahoga Falls, and Harbor Light Hospice. www.cirielloandcarrfh.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
HUNTER BETTY JEAN AGE 91, OF P...
HUNTER BETTY JEAN Age 91, of Pittsburgh, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2014. Wife of the late Shelly Hunter; mother of Inshirah Jihada; also survived by grandchildren, great- grandchildren; great-great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service will be held Monday 10 a.m. in Homewood Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
SOKOLL ANNA H. AGE 92, OF BROO...
SOKOLL ANNA H. Age 92, of Brookline, on Thursday, June 26, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Harry; loving mother of John and Robert (Nina) Sokoll; grandmother of Daniel. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome at 2630 W. Liberty Ave., Dormont, 412-531-4000, on Tuesday 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial St. Pius X Church at 11 a.m. Interment Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the Humane Society. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
ROSS DONALD EDWARD DONALD EDWA...
ROSS DONALD EDWARD Donald Edward Ross passed away on June 18, 2014, in Mt. Lebanon, at the age of 87. Born in Rochester, New York, he also lived in Moody, Maine and Venice, Florida. Don is survived by his wife, Kitty; daughters, Susan Ross and Peggy Thompson (Carl); grandsons, Ben Thompson (Rebecca) and Bryan Thompson (Mary); and great-grandsons, Jacob and William Thompson. Don graduated from Irondequoit (New York) High School, where he later taught math for many years and retired as the head of the math department. Don loved being a teacher. He also graduated from University of Rochester (B.S.) and Springfield College (M.S.). Don's motto: Eat dessert first. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date at Allegheny Unitarian Universalist Church in Pittsburgh. In lieu of flowers, Dan's family suggests that you make a donation in his honor to either the Irondequoit High School Math League (care of West Irondequoit Central School District, 321 List Ave., Rochester, NY 14617 (585-342-5500) or the charity of your choice. Please share your thoughts and memories of Don at www.heardfuneralhome.net Arrangements entrusted to HEARD FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-931-0200. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
SILVIO BERNADETTE BERNIE AGE...
SILVIO BERNADETTE BERNIE Age 71, of Sharpsburg, on Thursday, June 26, 2014. Wife of the late William P., Sr.; loving mother of William P. Silvio, Jr. (Mary), Michele Crooks (Daniel), Lisa Martino (Bill), Anthony Silvio (Mary Joyce), Mary A. Amann (the late Neil), and the late Mark Silvio; beloved Nana of Sara, Daniel, Mark, Michael, Dominic, and Kaitlyn; great-grandmother of Aryelle and Dominic; beloved cousin of Jackie, Arletta and Sylvia. Friends received TUESDAY 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 820 Main St., Sharpsburg. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 9:30 a.m. at St. Juan Diego Parish, Sharpsburg, in Madonna of Jerusalem Church. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
DIFRANCO ORESTE T. AGE 93, ON ...
DiFRANCO ORESTE T. Age 93, on Wednesday, June 25, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Loretta (Imperiale) DiFranco; loving father of Anita Louise DiFranco and Robert G. (Suzanna) DiFranco; cherished grandfather of Eric DiFranco and Jenna DiFranco; brother of the late Dora Marsco of Youngstown, OH; also survived by nieces and nephews. Oreste served in the U.S. Army during WWII, upon his return to Pittsburgh, he was employed as a union bricklayer for 44 years. The DiFranco family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Canterbury Place for their dedicated care toward their father. Services and interment are private. Arrangements entrusted to WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC. www.winterfuneralhomepc.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
GUZZI ANDREW 06/29/87 - 11/11/...
GUZZI
ANDREW
06/29/87 - 11/11/12
A special smile, a special face
In our hearts, a special place
Memories are a gift to treasure
Ours of you, will last forever.
Happy Birthday Andrew,
Love You, Mom, Dad,
Katie, Mimi & Grandpa
↧
CHAMBERLAIN RITA M. AGE 83, OF...
CHAMBERLAIN RITA M. Age 83, of Findlay Twp., Imperial, PA, passed on Sunday, February 9, 2014. Beloved wife of 61 years to Harold Jack Chamberlain; beloved mother of Sandra Conn, Jack Chamberlain and wife, Kathy, Donna Swaney, and Robert Chamberlain; cherished grandmother of Amanda, Nicole, Sydney, Cody, Alexis, Alcia, and Jacob; adored great-grandmother of Hayden and Leila. Preceded in death by a sister and a brother. Rita's Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, July 5, 2014, at 10 a.m. in St. Columbkille R.C. Church, 12:30 p.m., Imperial, followed by inurnment in St. Columbkille Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
BAILEY JEAN M. AGE 92, FORMERL...
BAILEY JEAN M. Age 92, formerly of the North Hills, passed away in Florida, on Tuesday, May 27, 2014. Wife of the late Robert A. Nist and the late John E. Bailey; loving mother of Robert A. (Vicki) Nist of Florida, Carol Sprenkle of Georgia, Allen P. (Judy) Nist of Allentown, Linda (Rich) Hamilton of Pgh., and Donna (Ron) Medley of Florida; stepmother of John (Patricia) Bailey of Texas and Miriam (Scott) Munshour of Ross Twp.; beloved Gram to 19 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 from 5-8 p.m. at the H. P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1032 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp., 412-364-4444. A Graveside Service will be held in Mt. Royal Cemetery on Thursday, July 3, 2014, at 10 a.m. www.brandtfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
STADMAN CHARLES J. AGE 87, ON ...
STADMAN CHARLES J. Age 87, on Monday, June 9, 2014. Preceded in death by his wife, Marie. Survived by his sister, Joan Stadman of New York City; daughter, Mary Evers of Wexford, PA; and son, Charles F. Stadman of Pittsburgh, PA; and three grandchildren, Molly Michelle Yang, Christopher and Nick Evers. Charles had been a resident of Clearwater, FL, for over 25 years, and had moved to assisted living in Pittsburgh two years ago. Born in Queens, NY, Charles worked as a chemical engineer for NL Industries most of his life. A WWII Navy veteran, he was a true gentleman and beloved by family and friends. He will be missed but not forgotten. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Alphonsus Church on Thursday, July 3, 2014, at 10 a.m. Arrangements by H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-364-4444. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
VERY FRANK JUNE 2009 IT'S BEEN...
VERY
FRANK
June 2009
It's been too long without you. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. The love you left behind guides us everyday. Constantly missed, Brother and Family.
↧
PENDER LEO AGE 84, OF NORTH SI...
PENDER LEO Age 84, of North Side, on Sunday, June 29, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Catherine (French) Pender; loving father of Mark (Patricia), Linda (Robert), and Paul (Patricia) Pender; dear grandfather of Meagan (Justin), Sarah, Madelyn, and Zachary; dear great-grandfather of Liam; brother of the late George and Joseph Pender. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. TUESDAY ONLY at the STEPHENS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1501 Lowrie St., Pgh., PA 15212 (Troy Hill - our new location). Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Risen Lord Parish. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, Finance Dept., 30 E. 33rd St., New York, NY 10016. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
MELIS ELEFTHERIOS LOUIS AGE ...
MELIS ELEFTHERIOS LOUIS Age 101, of Dormont, on Sunday, June 29, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Cula Melis; loving father of George Melis, Terry (Karen) Melis, Denise Melis and the late James Melis; loving father-in-law of Patricia Melis; cherished papou of Matthew Melis, Lindsey (Nicholas) Mihalik, Jennifer (Garrett Bull) Melis and Kerri (Mitchell) Lindsay; great-papou of Miles, Emily and Liam Mihalik; also survived by special brother and sisters-in- law, and nieces and nephews. Louis was a WWII Army Air Corps. veteran, a hat cleaner and painter, very active member and oldest altar boy of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, devoted papou and an avid Pirates fan. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome at 2630 W. Liberty Ave., Dormont, 412-531-4000, Tuesday 6-8 p.m., Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Trisagion Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Additional visitation Thursday 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Liturgy at 11 a.m. in Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church. Interment Jefferson Memorial Park. Family suggests memorial contributions to Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Youth of America (GOYA), 123 Gilkeson Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15228. Please view or add tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
BROWN PATRICIA L. (TUTTLE) AGE...
BROWN PATRICIA L. (TUTTLE) Age 82, of Plum Boro, on Sunday, June 29, 2014. Preceded in death by husband, David Morrison Brown; and son, Thomas. Survived by her children, David (Carolyn), Russell Brown, Charlotte Bac, and an adopted daughter, Cindy; also survived by six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Pat was an active member and an elder at the Kerr Church, taught Sunday school and volunteered at Oakmont Presbyterian Home for many years. Visitation Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11311 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills. Funeral Service Thursday 10 a.m. at Plum Creek Cemetery Chapel in Plum Boro. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Kerr Church, 157 Bridge St., Verona, PA 15147. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
FETHEROLF ANNA MAE (TARLI) AGE...
FETHEROLF ANNA MAE (TARLI) Age 85, of Munhall, on June 29, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Robert Fetherolf; loving mother of Theresa Miller of Delaware, Marian Fetherolf of Delaware, Eileen (Albert) Schram of Munhall and Ann (Dean) Allen of Gibsonia; cherished grandmother of Debbie (Robert) Kelly, Diane Miller, Sara (Leonard) Tuanquin, Mark Wolak, Jackie (Dean) Popovich, Valerie (Chris) Ewing, Robert Schram, Lauren Schram, Morgan Allen and Mitchell Allen; great- grandmother of Brandon (Jenna), Rebecca, Colby, Cassy, Aryana, Adalyn, Kayan, Mathew, Hannah, Mabel, Autumn and Owen; sister of Mary (Amedao) D'Ettore, Rose Taddeo, Jennie Citriniti, Loretta Borghesi, Sue Wolf, Thomas Tarli and the late Theresa Shelton and Phillip Tarli. Friends received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main Street, Munhall, 412-461-6394. Mass of Christian burial will be on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Therese of Lisieux R.C. Church. Please share your memories and condolences at: georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧
HEISEY LEONARD C. AGE 89, OF P...
HEISEY LEONARD C. Age 89, of Providence Point, formerly Mt. Lebanon, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 29, 2014. Leonard was born in Austin, MN on August 15, 1924, to the late Leonard and Ruth (Peck) Heisey. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Eugenie (Leighton) Heisey; and his second wife, Patricia (Kelly) Heisey. He is survived by his sister, Elizabeth Apold of St. Paul, MN; his children, Phyllis (Steven) Musial of Franklin Park, David Leighton Heisey of Scotch Plains, NJ, John Leonard (Denise) Heisey of Peters Twp., and Shelly (Dave) Saba of Mt. Lebanon; loving grandchildren, Megan and Sarah Musial, Leighton, Cameron, and Cooper Heisey, Brian Heisey, Sydney and Avery Saba; also nieces and nephews. Leonard graduated from Austin High School in 1942 where he swam and was a state champion back-stroker. His state record was not broken until the 1970s. Immediately after high school, he attended Austin Community College, but then enlisted in the Army Air Corps. After World War II, he attended the University of Minnesota where he met his first wife, Eugenie. He graduated in 1949 with a degree in Industrial Engineering and began his career with Montgomery Ward. He moved his family to Pittsburgh in 1965, accepting a position with PPG Industries. He retired from PPG in 1988. Leonard was the former president of the Pittsburgh chapter of the University of Minnesota Alumni Association. He was an avid golfer and played the Mt. Lebanon Golf Course for many years as well as Chartiers Country Club. He loved to play bridge and was considered to be an excellent duplicate bridge partner. Leonard enjoyed attending his grandchildren's swim meets, softball, soccer, lacrosse, and hockey games. He served as an Elder at Bower Hill Community Church. He was also one of the first residents of Providence Point and was pictured in their marketing campaign. Family and friends welcome Wednesday 2-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. Funeral Service Thursday 1 p.m. in Bower Hill Community Church. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. The family would like to thank the Personal Care staff at Providence Point and Family Hospice. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15205, Bower Hill Community Church, 70 Moffett St., Pittsburgh, PA 15243 or Baptist Homes Society, 489 Castle Shannon Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15234. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
↧