FALVO Dr. RALPH J. BUTCH Age 67, of Phila., formerly of Pgh., died on Sunday, June 29, 2014. Ralph was a U.S. Army Vietnam War veteran, a Lt. in the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps, was a registered nurse, earned a master's degree in health care, and went on to receive his doctorate. A son of the late Ralph and Helen (Hoyko) Falvo. Surviving are his wife, Diane (Karczewski) Falvo, of Forest Hills; father of Blake (Melissa) Falvo of Murrysville, Maura (Ryan) Hoare of Reynoldsville, and Kylene Falvo of Forest Hills; grandfather of Richard, Morgan, Ethan, and Evelyn; brother of Dale (Rosanne) Falvo of Export; also survived by nieces and nephews. Private service and interment on Tues., Sept. 23, 2014, in Arlington National Cemetery with military honors. ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, INC., (412) 824-4332. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REMARK MARJORIE G. (WEST) FREE...
REMARK MARJORIE G. (WEST) FREEMAN Age 72, of Naples, FL, formerly of Moon Township, passed on Sunday, September 14, 2014. Born June 3, 1942, in Sewickley, a daughter of the late Richard and Olive (White) West; wife of the late Robert G. Remark; mother of Lisa (Robert) Raihall of Moon Twp., Shonna (Michael) Duffy of Seneca Falls, NY, Glenn (Marie) Freeman of Carnegie, PA and John Freeman of Moon Twp.; grandmother of Abbey, Hannah, Noah and Mikenna; great-grandmother of Benjamin and Brody; sister of Myrna Jessell of Hopewell Twp. and Patti Czerniak of Industry. She was a secretary at Robert Morris University and enjoyed traveling and her three dogs. Visitation Tuesday 2-8 p.m. COPELAND'S, 981 Brodhead Rd., Moon Twp. where a service will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Interment Hopewell Hebron Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to the American Heart Association in her memory. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOODWELL JOHN K. III AGE 59, O...
WOODWELL JOHN K. III Age 59, of Spokane, Washington, died August 28, 2014, at his home. He was born November 8, 1954, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late John Knowles, Jr., and Martha Reed Woodwell. In addition to his parents, Mr. Woodwell was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Herron Woodwell. Mr. Woodwell grew up on Reynolds Street in the Point Breeze area of Pittsburgh. He attended Shadyside Academy in Pittsburgh, Valley School in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, and the Orme School near Mayer, Arizona. After graduating from the University of Wyoming, Mr. Woodwell worked as a land man in Wyoming, negotiating oil and gas leases for Victory Land and Exploration of Denver, Colorado. Recovering from injuries sustained in an automobile accident, he began a new career as a stock broker, first with Parker Hunter in Pittsburgh, and then with Fidelity Investments in Denver, Colorado. In 1990, Mr. Woodwell moved to the Pacific Northwest, working as Lands Database Manager for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation near Pendleton, Oregon. In that position, he designed, implemented and maintained an agriculture and lands database used for leasing and land management by the tribes. As an independent venture, he raised registered Angus cattle. In 2000, Mr. Woodwell moved to Spokane, Washington, continuing his work in data management with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Subsequently, he returned to college, earning a degree in geography with an emphasis in geographic information systems from Eastern Washington University. In 1994, Mr. Woodwell married Joni Gibbens, originally of North Dakota. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sister, Pamela Woodwell Geerdes (married to Gregg Geerdes), of Rochester, Minnesota; and his faithful dog, Curran. Mr. Woodwell was a member of the Rolling Rock Club, Ligonier, Pennsylvania and the Wianno Club, Osterville, Mass. Private interment will take place in St. Michael's Episcopal Church Cemetery in Rector, Pennsylvania on September 27, 2014. Following, Mr. Woodwell's family will receive friends at 11:30 a.m. at the Rolling Rock Club. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Spokane, P.O. Box 2215, Spokane, WA 99210-2215. Arrangements by SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Ligonier, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RHEINLANDER ROBERT BOB H. OF...
RHEINLANDER ROBERT BOB H. Of Clinton, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, September 17, 2014, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Bob was born in Maspeth, New York on January 17, 1934, a son of Charles A. and Barbara Niesz Rheinlander. He was a graduate of Spring Valley High School in New York, and obtained an engineering degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He was the Safety Manager for Merck at the Calgon location, retiring in 1993. Bob enjoyed spending time at his lakeside cottage, sailing, and researching family genealogy. He was very interested in home computers from the early days, and was an administrator of several websites during his retirement. He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife, Claire Baker Rheinlander; and four children, Nancy Mumaw (husband, Dan) of Youngstown, Ohio, Carol Fahmy of Moon Township, David Rheinlander (wife, Gretchen) of Burgettstown, and Joanne Rheinlander of Perry County; six grandchildren, Becky Mumaw, Jamie Young, Jessie Young Boyce, Danielle Rheinlander Meneely, Kristen Mumaw, and Tamer Fahmy; and three great-grandchildren. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Robert C. Rheinlander. Services are private. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca. To share online condolences, get directions and other information, please visit: www.simpsonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JORDAN WILLIAM A. BILL OF BU...
JORDAN WILLIAM A. BILL Of Butler, on Friday, September 12, 2014. Father of William (Joyce) Jordan, Gregory (Lorri) Jordan, Misty Bowman and Janice Damien; brother of Arthur Art, Douglas, Audrey Rice, Pamela Dambach and the late Francis McCall and Larry Buck Jordan. Friends and family are invited to meet at the Evans City VFW, 408 N. Washington St., on Sunday, September 28, from 1-4 p.m. Cremation Services by THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Blawnox. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RALSTON ROBERT E. BOB RALSTON ...
RALSTON ROBERT E. Bob Ralston passed away peacefully at home on Sept. 11, 2014, at the age of 86. He was a three year resident of Four Seasons Beaumont, born in Tulsa, OK, in 1928. His parents were John and Estelle Ralston of Tulsa. Bob received his master's degree from the University of Tulsa and was the director of human resources for Gulf Oil in Pittsburgh, PA, before retiring to San Diego. Survivors include his beloved wife of 41 years, Shirley (Gerri) Ralston; his children, Cheryl Ralston Staples and Stephen Ralston of Beaumont, CA, James Ralston of Pittsburgh, PA, and Jan Ralston of Morgan Hill, CA; his stepchildren include Jill Elhard of San Diego, CA, Pokie Griffiths of Hamilton, OH, and Doug and David Busch of Pittsburgh, PA; and ten grandchildren. Bob was the valued patriarch of a large blended family whose counsel and love will be greatly missed. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 26, 2014, at noon in the Riverside National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Memorial Fund at his church, Pilgrim Congregational Church, 41861 Acacia Ave., Hemet, CA 92544. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LENTZ RICHARD J. AGE 55, OF BR...
LENTZ RICHARD J. Age 55, of Brandon, FL, formerly of Shaler Twp., departed from this life on May 10, 2014, surrounded by his loving wife, Joann (Blobner) and family. Richard was the beloved son of the late Edward, Sr. and Mitzi and is survived by brother, Edward, Jr. (Linda) and sister, Elaine Simler (Charles) and the late Robert; sister-in-law, Ruth Ann Lentz; as well as many nieces and nephews and extended family. Richard enjoyed boating on the Three Rivers of Pittsburgh and was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed living in Florida with his wife Joann. Upon his wishes, cremation rites have been accorded. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014, at 10 a.m. at St. Nicholas Church, 24 Maryland Ave., Millvale, PA 15209. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BELLIN JOSEPH ANTHONY JUNE 27,...
BELLIN
JOSEPH ANTHONY
JUNE 27, 1957 - SEPT. 21, 2010
Fourth Anniversary
We love you, dearest one, and we treasure your life. We tenderly hold you in the palm of our hands.
Love, Mom, Dad, & Family
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LANGER ROBERTA ANNE "BOBBIE" A...
LANGER ROBERTA ANNE "BOBBIE" Age 73, of McDonald, died Saturday, September 20, 2014. Beloved mother of Kathy S. Langer and Judy L. Langer; stepdaughter of John N.T. "Tish" Walker; sister of the late Sandra M. Nicholas and Bryant D. Sager; aunt of several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2-4 and from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at NATION FUNERAL HOME, INC., 220 E. Lincoln Ave., McDonald, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2014, with Rev. Justin Amsler, pastor of McDonald Presbyterian Church, officiating. Burial will follow in Robinson Run Cemetery, McDonald. The family suggests memorials be made to McDonald Presbyterian Church or the McDonald Food Bank. Online condolences, photos and additional information are available at: www.nationfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HOGAN WILLIAM A. BILL OF FOR...
HOGAN WILLIAM A. BILL Of Forest Hills, passed away after a long illness on Sunday, September 21, 2014, at Presbyterian Senior Care in Oakmont. He married Lorraine Haley on May 3, 1953, and had five children, Mark (Susie) of Youngstown, OH, William (Sue) of Level Green, Betsy (Bob) Huber of Latrobe, Frank (Dawn) of Apollo and Ed (Barb) of Cranberry; he enjoyed his 11 grandchildren and one great-grandson; brother of Mary Ann Staub and Cathleen Hogan. Bill was born on January 27, 1929, to Mary (Rochez) and Hugh Hogan. He was a 1948 graduate of St. Thomas High School in Braddock. While raising his family and working full time he attended the University of Pittsburgh and received his Bachelor of Science in Metallurgy in 1962. Bill worked for many years serving the steel industry in the Pittsburgh area for Specialty Steel Products in Braddock, PA, a division of Rochez Brothers. He retired as general manager in 1992. In addition to his work, family and friends, Bill enjoyed living for over 55 years in Forest Hills. He was an active member in the volunteer fire department, Auxiliary Police and Lions Club. He also was active in local government. He was the first Democrat elected to Forest Hills Council in 1972. He continued to serve in Council late into his life and was voted President of Council during that time. He truly loved Forest Hills and its residents. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL INC. FOREST HILLS CHAPEL, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001 TUESDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial St. Maurice Church Wednesday 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Presbyterian Senior Care. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANDERSON WORDALE WAS BORN JAN....
ANDERSON WORDALE Was born Jan. 1, 1915, in Biloxi, MS. Son of Alexander and Ophelia Anderson; preceded in death by his siblings, Leo Anderson and Willa Mae Rice; husband of the late Mary J. Anderson married 77 years. From this union, they were blessed with three daughters, Wilma Johnson Jeannie, Gloria Smith (Leonard, Sr.) and Nancy Morgan. He is survived by nine grandchildren; 16 great- grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HOULIHAN CECELIA E. (NICKLES) ...
HOULIHAN CECELIA E. (NICKLES) Of McKees Rocks, on Sunday, September 21, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Paul Houlihan; loving mother of Janet (Ed) Trbovich, Kathleen Houlihan and the late Diane Ewonce; dear sister of William (Rita) Ernharth and the late Anthony and Ed Nickles and John Tauschman; also survived by six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. TUESDAY at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp., where Prayers will be offered 9:30 a.m. WEDNESDAY, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in St. Malachy Church. www.mcdermottfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PARIKH BANSI AGE 74, OF CARNEG...
PARIKH BANSI Age 74, of Carnegie, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2014, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital succumbing to an illness related to cancer. He is survived by his wife, Pratima; his son, Sumit Parikh and his wife, Aditi; and his daughter, Sweta Patel and her husband, Sandeep; he is also survived by three grandchildren. Bansi was a gentle and giving soul who believed in a simple life devoted to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hindu Jain Temple of Pittsburgh. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PHIPPS JAMES ROBERT AGE 89, WA...
PHIPPS JAMES ROBERT Age 89, was born in Gary, WV on April 3, 1925, and died peacefully on September 21, 2014. He grew up in Hopewell, VA, and enjoyed spending time at the Farrier family farm in Newport, VA. After serving his country in the U.S. Army during World War II, he returned to Virginia to earn his bachelor's degree from the University of Richmond, and soon after met his future wife, Anne Gills. They have been happily married for over 60 years. They moved to Sewickley, PA, where he continued his work as an executive with Chubb & Son Insurance in Pittsburgh. While in Sewickley, Jim was an active member of the Sewickley United Methodist Church, singing in the adult choir, teaching Sunday school, and serving in many leadership roles. His extensive community involvement included volunteering at the Sewickley YMCA, public library, and Edgeworth Elementary School. Jim will be lovingly remembered for his dedication to his family, faith in his Lord, passion for music and sports, and his genuine delight in animals. In addition to his wife, Anne, Jim is survived by his four children, R. Stephen Phipps and his wife, Trish, of Charlottesville, VA, Mary Stewart (Bunny) Huller and her husband, David, of Rocky River, OH, Nancy Phipps Lewis and her husband, Walter, of Mount Vernon, OH, and Anne Phipps Mau, of Hudson, OH; and five grandchildren, Stuart and Elizabeth Huller, Emily Lewis, and Kyle and James Mau. Services are entrusted to the RICHARD D. COLE FUNERAL HOME OF SEWICKLEY, and will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 24, 2014, at the Star Points building, Masonic Village at Sewickley, 1000 Masonic Drive. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate that donations be made in memory of Jim Phipps to the Sewickley United Methodist Church, 337 Broad Street, Sewickley, PA 15143. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WHITE MAUDE L. ON TUESDAY, SEP...
WHITE MAUDE L. On Tuesday, September 16, 2014, Maude L. White, age 92, of North Braddock, PA. Sister of John W. Jones, Robert T. Jones and William B. Jones, Jr. Also survived by a host of other family members and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on September 23, 2014, at Living Water Ministry, 736 Washington Street, Braddock, PA 15104, where the Funeral service will begin immediately after the visitation Tuesday 1 p.m. at the church. Interment Monongahela Cemetery. Services of comfort entrusted to WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC., 808 Talbot Ave., Braddock, PA 15104, (412-271-3880). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DRUMMOND FREDERICK FRED G. A...
DRUMMOND FREDERICK FRED G. Age 61, of Monroeville, died suddenly on Friday, September 19, 2014. He was born September 22, 1952, in Pittsburgh. Son of Mary Geier Drummond of Monroeville and the late Charles H. Drummond. Fred was operations manager for City Brewery in Latrobe. He was a member of the North American Martyrs Church for 37 years. He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary J. Lewis Drummond; two loving daughters, Lisa (Aaron) Genton and Vicki (Dan) Dezort; three grandchildren, Erin Marie Genton, Rusty and Carter Dezort; three brothers, Charles J. (Debi) Drummond, Thomas G. (Beth) Drummond and David G. Drummond; three sisters, Mary V. Drummond, Nancy A. (Ron) Udovich and Julie D. (Russ) Gadagno; and 12 nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday, September 23, 2014, from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the HART FUNERAL HOME INC., Murrysville. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. at Saint Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Indiana Township. Interment will follow in Saint Mary of the Assumption Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to GBS/CIDP Foundation International at www.gbs-cidp.org. www.Hartfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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QUINLAN MARY MARGARET AGE 80, ...
QUINLAN MARY MARGARET Age 80, of Murrysville, PA, formerly of Carnegie, PA, suddenly on Saturday, September 20, 2014. Beloved aunt (second mother) to Linda Wagner (Tom), Donna Fontana (Rick), Patty Recklitis (Mike) and Janet Romagna (Al); four great-nieces and nephews; and nine great-great-nieces and nephews; along with many very special friends. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23, 2014, at the GENE H. CORL, INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at North American Martyrs Church, with Father Joseph Luisi, as celebrant. Interment following in Christ Our Redeemer Catholic Cemetery, 204 Cemetery Lane, Pittsburgh. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the American Heart Association greatly appreciated. www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROUDY JOSEPH ON SUNDAY, SEPTE...
BROUDY JOSEPH On Sunday, September 21, 2014. Beloved husband of 70 years to Leah (Shapira) Broudy; loving father of Dr. Arnold (Regina) Broudy of Fox Chapel, Dr. Norman Broudy of Wilmington, DE, and Dr. David (Virginia) Broudy of Seattle, WA; son of the late Jacob and Nettie (Rosenthal) Broudy; brother of the late Norma (late Ben) Davis, the late Dorothy (late Emanuel) Glick and the late Allen (late Brooke) Broudy; grandfather of Daniel (Leah) Broudy of Fox Chapel, Michael (Michelle) Broudy of Fox Chapel, Sarah (Paul) Kreiner of San Francisco, CA, Laura Broudy of Seattle, WA, and Daniel Broudy of Seattle, WA; great-grandfather of Jacob, Emma and Natalie, all of Fox Chapel. Survived by nieces and nephews. And also survived by his caretaker, Sam Benkovitz. Mr. Broudy was a restauranteur for 50 years in East Liberty, proprietor of Broudy's Restaurant and a lifelong resident of Pittsburgh. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Tuesday, September 23, 2014, at 12 Noon. Visitation one hour prior to Services (11 a.m. to 12 Noon). Interment B'nai Israel Cemetery. Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FISHER ELIZABETH TERESA BETTE...
FISHER ELIZABETH TERESA BETTE (KENYON) Born December 6, 1925, of Mt. Lebanon, went to her Father on September 21, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Robert H. Fisher (February 18, 2004); loving mother of James (Linda) and Robert Fisher II; grandmother of Scott Fisher (Melanie) of Las Vegas, NV and Candace Berkman (Shane) of Billings, MT; great- grandmother of Caevee and Ceana Fisher, and Brandon and Ciara Berkman; also survived by many nieces and nephews of the New England area, and in particular, Deborah Dunning, of Rhode Island. Inurnment private in Unity Cemetery, Latrobe, PA. Arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 412-531-4000. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MIKLOS NOAMI "NOMA" (MCGUIRE) ...
MIKLOS NOAMI "NOMA" (McGUIRE) Age 94, lifelong resident of Plum Boro., surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 21, 2014. Wife of 63 years to the late Joseph Miklos; beloved mother of Betty Glenn and Shirley Dick; sister of Rita Lauric and Lorna Smith; preceded in death by six brothers; loving grandmother of four; and six great- grandchildren; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends received, Tuesday 12 noon - 9 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills, where a Service will be held, Wednesday 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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