RONEY JOHN M. On Monday, September 8, 2014, age 88, of West View. Beloved husband of Becky (Dagg) Roney; father of John R. Roney; brother of the late Alex, Larry, Charles and George Roney; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family will welcome friends Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 388 Center Ave., West View, PA 15229. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Athanasius Church on Thursday at 11 a.m. John was a member of V.F.W. #2754, West View. Served on the U.S.S. Idaho in the Philippines, Leyte Gulf and Okinawa. After his military service, John went to Triangle Tech for Drafting and worked at Allis Chalmers for 26 years. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to Family Hospice, 50 Moffett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Please pay tribute at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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APFELBACH THOMAS J. AGE 60, OF...
APFELBACH THOMAS J. Age 60, of Penn Hills, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2014. Beloved husband for 37 years of Keith R. Porter of Penn Hills; loving cousin of Deborah Apfelbach-Giancola, Stacie Apfelbach, and Shelby Giancola, all of Penn Hills, Patty Jo Crandall of California, and Melinda Killmer of South Carolina. Friends and relatives will be received at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont, on Saturday, September 13, 2014, from 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at 8 p.m. in the funeral home during the visitation. Visit us online at: www.burket-truby.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALFF MARDEE RUTH S. OF BETHEL ...
ALFF MARDEE RUTH S. Of Bethel Park, went home to be with the Lord Jesus Christ, on Thursday, September 4, 2014. She will be deeply missed, but we who belong to Jesus know that some day we will joyously see her again in the presence of our Heavenly Father. Arrangements by TIMOTHY K. SLATER FUNERAL SERVICES, INC., (412-381-3337), 425 Brownsville Road, Mt. Oliver, 15210. Condolences at: www.timothykslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTIN JAMES OLIVER SNOOKY A...
MARTIN JAMES OLIVER SNOOKY Age 54 of Pgh., PA, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2014. Son of Jean Martin and the late Oliver James Martin; brother of Regina Jackson, Carl Eugene Martin, Deborah Little (Robert) Patricia Martin, and Karen Martin; also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held on Monday, Sept. 15, 2014, at 12 noon in the Calvary Baptist Church, 2629 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Send condolences to: www.jonesfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRAZIANO YOLANDA ON SUNDAY, SE...
GRAZIANO YOLANDA On Sunday, September 7, 2014, beloved wife of the late Pasquale Graziano; beloved mother of Mary Pampena (late Ralph), and Jean Astorino (Louis D.); grandmother of Denise Pampena (Dr. Jack Nairn), Gina Pampena, Christine Astorino (Brian Halloran), and Louis P. Astorino (Gina); great- grandmother of Matthew and Isabella Nairn, Alexandra and Jonathan Flinchum, Sophia and Jack DelSole; sister of the late Genevieve Iaderosa, Vincent, Ernest, Pasquale and Domenic DeNitto; aunt of Salvatore DeNitto and the late Michael and Salvatore Iaderosa. Yolanda was deeply loved by her family and friends and will be dearly missed. A private Blessing Service and entombment were held in Allegheny Cemetery Temple of Memories. Remembrances may be made to Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation, 1 Children's Hospital Drive, 4401 Penn Avenue, Central Plant Floor 3, Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. www.freyvogelfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FABISZEWSKI RITA L. OF BLOOMFI...
FABISZEWSKI RITA L. Of Bloomfield, on Sunday, September 7, 2014. Wife of the late Frank Fabiszewski; daughter of the late Alexander and Rosella Rafaloski; sister of the late Verna Boberg, Elizabeth Carr, Anna, Edna Mae, John, Francis, Raymond, Earl and Robert Rafaloski; friend of her nurse, Kathleen Wagner; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Services and interment private. Arrangements by WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HEARD GLORIA J. AGE 68, PASSED...
HEARD GLORIA J. Age 68, passed away on September 7, 2014. Beloved wife of Ronald, Sr.; loving mother of Ronald, Jr., James, and Chandra Heard; sister of Brenda Mathis; other relatives and friends. Visitation Thursday 10 a.m. until time of Service at 11 a.m. at GEORGE A. WARDEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1100 N. Homewood Ave., Pgh., PA 15208, 412-241-3838. Interment National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CARDWELL ODESSA PETERSON AGE 8...
CARDWELL ODESSA PETERSON Age 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. Wife of the late David H. Cardwell; loving mother of Linda Cardwell, Deborah Taylor, David (Pearl) Love and the late Richard Adams; devoted grandmother of 17 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sister of Wilma Tyus; and sister-in-law of Rev. Brenda Cardwell; also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends. She was known for her anointed cooking and was the owner and founder of Cardwell Personal Care, where she provided care for people for over 40 years. Channel 11 recognized Odessa for her excellence in providing for the elderly. Odessa was committed to helping others continue their education. In her spare time she cooked for different fund-raising drives helping collect money to send neighborhood children to college. Mother Odessa served on the Missionary Board at her church along with being the first African American to serve on the PNC Community Board. Friends received Thursday 4-8 p.m. at RAPP FUNERAL HOME, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15235, 412-241-5415. Service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at Pentecostal Temple Church of God in Christ, 6300 East Liberty Blvd., Pgh., PA 15206. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BALESTRIERI RACHEL THERESA AGE...
BALESTRIERI RACHEL THERESA Age 94, of Pittsburgh, died peacefully surrounded by her family on September 9, 2014. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ludwig Henry Balestrieri; loving mother of Rose Kercher, Frank Balestrieri, and Tina Santavicca; grandmother of Michael (Lori) Kercher, Valerie Kercher, Shelly (Jason) Jerome, and the late Tiffany Santavicca; sister of Howard Destro and the late Tony, Frankie, Elmer Destro, and Annie Charmley; also survived by many great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. As per Rachel's wishes, there will be no viewing and a private Christian Burial in Resurrection cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the BAGNATO FUNERAL HOME. Add a tribute at: www.bagnatofuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PETRAKOS NICHOLAS NICK AGE 8...
PETRAKOS NICHOLAS NICK Age 87, formerly of Dormont, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, September 9, 2014, at Country Meadows of Bridgeville. Devoted son of the late George and Aphrodite Petrakos; beloved husband of the late Joanne Petrakos; loving and devoted father of Diane and her husband, Chronis Manolis; proud grandfather of Joanne Manolis; brother of Peter (Irene) Petrakos and the late Frances Kricos, and the late Angelo (the late Stella) Petrakos; brother-in-law of Athena (the late Nicholas) Kazalas and the late Jane (the late Thomas) Kouris; also survived by his nieces and nephews. Nick worked for the former Beechview Mantel and Tile Co. and was the former owner and operator of Ceramic Tile Sales in Bethel Park. He was a member and officer of the South Hills Kiwanis Club and a longtime member of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church and a former member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. He was also active in the AHEPA Organization for many years. Friends and family will forever cherish Nick's sense of humor and his love of making people laugh. Friends may call at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with Trisagion Service at 7 p.m., and again at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, 123 Gilkeson Road, Mt. Lebanon on Friday morning from 9:00 until the time of his funeral service at 10:00. Interment will be in Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cemetery, Allison Park. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, memorials may be made to Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPRINGER EVELYN D. AGE 83, OF ...
SPRINGER EVELYN D. Age 83, of Shaler Twp., on Sept. 10, 2014. Wife of C. Joseph Springer; mother of Diana Dunbar (Robert), and Anna Marie Wright (Jay); sister of the late Lillian Gaus; grandmother of Nicholas Dunbar, Meagan Epperson, Jessica Cain, Ashley Cain, and Dennis Ross; great- grandmother of Hazel, Sophia, and Mally Kay. Visitation Friday 1-4 and 7-9 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Blessing Service Sat. 10:30 a.m. at funeral home. Memorials suggested to the Humane Society. Please visit us at: www.neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MADARASZ EMMA DOMINYAK OF WEST...
MADARASZ EMMA DOMINYAK Of West Deer Twp., on Friday, September 5, 2014. Mrs. Madarasz was the beloved wife of the late Julius Madarasz; mother of Maria Feki (Joseph) of West Deer Twp. and Julius Madarasz (Ilona) of Hungary; daughter of the late Michael and Anna Simicsak Dominyak; grandmother of Maria Feki Noone (Anthony), Steven and Robert Feki and Alexandra Madarasz. Celebrate Mrs. Madarasz's life with her family on Friday from 6-8 p.m. at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Catherine of Sweden Church, Wildwood Rd., Hampton Twp. on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Leave condolences at: www.permanfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HENDERSON DONNA M. (LANTZY-DIE...
HENDERSON DONNA M. (LANTZY-DIETZ) Age 87, of McCandless Twp., on Wednesday, September 10, 2014. Beloved wife of William A. Henderson; beloved mom to Michael R. Henderson (Mel), Pamela A. Hook (Don), and Lisa J. Broeker (Jeff); sister of Lois Marbich; dear grandmother of Michael (Jen), Tommy Lee (Jeremy), Sean, Sheena (Steve), Seth (Kris), Lucas, Madison, and Jaime; proud great- grandmother of Dominic, Anthony, Samuel, and Aiden. Visitation Friday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at the DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills. Blessing Service Private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WELLER AMBER L. AGE 32, OF WAS...
WELLER AMBER L. Age 32, of Washington, PA, suddenly on Friday, September 5, 2014. Beloved companion of Michael Dougherty; loving mother of Lily and Nate; cherished daughter of Charles Charlie and the late Jeanne (Carvlin) Weller; sister of Dylan, Zachary and Trevor; dear granddaughter of James E. Mike (Mary Ann) Carvlin and the late Helen (Lundberg), and Anna (McDonough) and the late Donald Weller; niece of Michael, Brian, Matthew, Jamie, and the late Paula Carvlin; also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins. Amber had a heart of gold and will be dearly missed by all those who loved her. A Blessing Service will be held in the Chapel of Calvary Cemetery, 718 Hazelwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, Saturday morning at 11:30. If desired, memorials may be made to Animal Rescue League. LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MYNAHAN PATRICK W. AGE 42, OF ...
MYNAHAN PATRICK W. Age 42, of Monroeville, suddenly passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2014. Incredible son of William and Suzanne (Holtman) Mynahan; adored brother of Kelly (Bill Leogas) Mynahan and Carey (Brian) Mynahan-Jacko; dedicated and very cool uncle to Phillip, Jocelyn, Savannah, and Mara; and great-uncle of Matiagha. Preceded in death by his nephew, partner in crime, Matthew Jacko. Loving fiancé of Jennifer Pro; awesomely special sidekick of Lindsey and Allison Pro Battaglia; also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Loved by his adored dog, Josie. Family and friends are welcomed Saturday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL), corner of (445) Beatty Rd. and 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Mass of Christian Burial on Monday 10:30 a.m. at St. Bernadette Parish. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to either Reflections of Grace, a pediatric brain tumor foundation, P.O. Box 298, Irwin, PA 15642 or gettysburgfoundation.org. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEWART FRANCES W. (BERGMAN) ...
STEWART FRANCES W. (BERGMAN) Age 63, of Gibsonia, PA, passed away on August 12, 2014. She was the daughter of the late Byron W. and Sara R. (Ritzinger) Bergman; beloved mother of Francesca L. (Antonio) Zottola of Gibsonia; loving grandmother of Francesco, Giovanni, twins Emilia and Josephine; sister of Bill (Shirley) Bergman. Graduate of Redbank High School (1969), Washington College (1973), Washington Hospital School of Nursing (1990). Worked for West Penn Allegheny Health System. Memorial Service Saturday, September 13, 2014, 10:30 a.m., First Presbyterian Church of Bakerstown, 5825 Heckert Rd., Bakerstown. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (www.ovarian.org). Arrangements entrusted to SHOEMAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 49 N. Walnut St., Blairsville, PA 15717. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARNES MARYANNE TAPTICH PASSED...
BARNES MARYANNE TAPTICH Passed away peacefully in Atlanta, GA on September 6, 2014. She was born on July 27, 1932, on the North Side, and was a longtime resident of the O'Hara Township, Fox Chapel and Aspinwall areas. She was a proud graduate of Chatham University, Pittsburgh. Her zest for life was an inspiration to those around her. She had a passion for real estate, and as an entrepreneur she founded Barnes and Associates Real Estate in 1986. In 2002, she was honored by Governor Schweiker as one of the Pennsylvania Best 50 Women in Business. Maryanne loved networking and being part of her community. She was an active Rotarian who had the distinction of being the first woman to be elected President in her area and served three terms as an Assistant District Governor. She was a member of Pittsburgh Professional Women, Women's Business Network, WIN-Pittsburgh, American Association of University Women, Association of Commercial Real Estate and National Association of Women's Business Owners. Her love of the outdoors extended to serving as President of the Conservation Council of Fox Chapel, serving on the Pittsburgh and Aspinwall Shade Tree Commissions and being a member of the Woodland Garden Club. She was an author and a generous contributor to local arts and charities. Maryanne was preceded in death by her parents, The Honorable Francis Taptich and Mary Burick Taptich; brother, Russell Taptich; and grandson, Nicholas Barnes. She is survived by four loving sons, William J. Barnes of Tybee Island, GA, Douglas (Catherine) of Alpharetta, GA, Winston (Sandra) of Mill Valley, CA, Andrew (Deborah) of Menlo Park, CA; seven wonderful grandchildren; and her brother, Edward P. Taptich of Etlan, Virginia. An Open House Celebration of Maryanne's life is planned for the end of September in Pittsburgh. Details are pending. Please send any inquiries to andrewbarnes1@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Saint Scholastica Parish and its school, Christ The Divine Teacher Catholic Academy, 309 Brilliant Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15215, where her four sons attended. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CYNKAR HENRY S. AGE 87, OF ...
CYNKAR HENRY S. Age 87, of Trafford, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2014, in the Woodhaven Care Center Monroeville. Henry was born on March 30, 1927, in Trafford, the son of the late Joseph and Amelia (Lenart) Cynkar. Henry was retired from Giant Eagle as a Butcher. He was a veteran of WWII serving with the Army and a member of the St. Regis Church Trafford. Henry was preceded in death by his brother, Alex Cynkar. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Stella A. (Levitsky) Cynkar; his children, JoAnn Molnar (Bob) of Alexandria, VA, Henry J. Cynkar of Apollo, James Cynkar (Darla) of Level Green, Thomas Cynkar (Rhonda) of Ellicott City, MD and Ann Marie Sardineer (Darrin) of Trafford; his six grandchildren, Hunter Anne and Noah Cynkar, Pamela Molnar, Zachary, Natalie and Emily Cynkar; his sister, Josephine McCracken (George); numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. in the St. Regis Church, with Fr. David Nazimek, as celebrant, followed by Presentation of Military Honors. Interment will be private. The JOHN M. DOBRINICK FUNERAL HOME INC., 702 7th Street (State Rt. 130) Trafford, (412) 372-3111, is assisting the family with arrangements. www.dobrinickfhinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEARLES ROY AGE 52, OF NORTH S...
SEARLES ROY Age 52, of North Side, on Sept. 6, 2014. Brother of James, Claude, William, Ronald, Gregory, Johnny, Betty, Carrie, Kitty, Ramona, Judy; and a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the CALVIN L. SHEFFIELD FUNERAL HOME, 1125 Allegheny Ave. near the North Shore, where the service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FAZIO NICOLA JOSEPH NICK SUD...
FAZIO NICOLA JOSEPH NICK Suddenly on Sunday, September 7, 2014. Beloved husband of Cheryl Fazio; son of the late Sal and Louise Fazio; son-in-law of Eleanor and Sam Cappuccio; beloved brother of Lois Lazzaro, Maria McLane, Rose Ann Kopczynski; uncle of Lauren, Steven, Jenna, Ryan, Martin Anthony, Nick, Anthony and C.J. Friends received Saturday from 3-5 p.m., for a celebration of Nick's life, at the WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC, 4730 Friendship Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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