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HARTNETT CAROLE MEEHAN DIED PE...

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HARTNETT CAROLE MEEHAN Died peacefully, of complications from throat and neck cancer, at Family Hospice in Mt. Lebanon, on January 9, 2016, with her three daughters by her side. Carole made her home in Bethel Park for most of her adult life, and is survived by her four children, Christine (Stephen) Bye, Heather (Peter) Austin, Cynthia Hartnett and John F. Hartnett IV; five grandchildren; and a brother, Tom Meehan and his lifelong partner, Sue Hawkes. Carole was born and raised in Youngstown, OH and will be buried in Calvary Cemetery in Youngstown near her beloved parents, Veronica (Vee) Meehan and Frank Meehan. Carole was preceded in death by her loving sister, Kathleen (Meehan) VanBuren; and brother, Robert Meehan. Friends are welcome to join the family on January 30, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Bethel Park for a funeral mass to celebrate Carole's life. A private burial will be held February 1, 2016. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Family Hospice Philanthropy Dept., 50 Moffett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Arrangements entrusted to FREYVOGEL - SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, Bethel Park (412-835-1860). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HERMAN ANNA RUTH AGE 81, OF OB...

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HERMAN ANNA RUTH Age 81, of Observatory Hill, passed away Monday, January 18, 2016. Loving sister of the late Esma L. Herman; she was also preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Hilda (Kirsch) Herman. Friends will be received Monday from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1032 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp., 412-364-4444. Burial will follow in Highwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Brighton Heights Lutheran Church, 3830 California Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212, where Anna was a member. She was also a former longtime member of Mt. Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

JAMPETRO SAMUEL R., JR. ON WED...

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JAMPETRO SAMUEL R., Jr. On Wednesday, January 20, 2016, age 84, of Moon Twp. Son of the late Samuel and Anna Jampetro; husband of Loretta (Leo) Jampetro; father of Samuel (Robert) Jampetro IV and Selena Ren'ee Bonomo; brother of Nancy Turner, Sandy Searfoss and Louis and John Jampetro; grandfather of three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Friends are welcome to attend a Memorial Mass at St. Joseph Church, Coraopolis on Friday, January 29, 2016, at 9:30 a.m. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. Arrangements by ANTHONY J. SANVITO, INC., FUNERAL HOME, Coraopolis, 412-264-3050. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

CAPEZZUTO ALBERT J. AGE 79, FO...

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CAPEZZUTO ALBERT J. Age 79, formerly of Braddock, Master Plumber “Cappy” Plumbing and Heating, on January 18, 2016. Loving husband of Joanne (Treichel); cherished father of Lisa Schrecengost and Mark (Kathleen); dear brother of Geraldine Marciano and Diane; adoring grandfather of Alex, Britney and Chase Schrecengost, Caterina and Mark Anthony Capezzuto. Services private. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MIKULA CONRAD 10/19/1947 - 1/...

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MIKULA CONRAD 10/19/1947 - 1/24/2014 It's been two years since you left us, but your memory and love are still in our hearts! Love, Sister & Family

BLAIR, (YBARRA) CATHERINE J. A...

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BLAIR, (YBARRA) CATHERINE J. AKA Irene/Kay of Swissvale, PA. Class of '49, born June 21, 1931, Pgh., PA. Age 84. Catherine J. Ybarra (Blair) Passed quietly on January 19, 2016, in Dublin, GA, retired Pgh. Board of Education and South Hills High School 1962. Condolences blairhj@ yahoo.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

COLCOMBE DORIS JEAN DIED JANUA...

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COLCOMBE DORIS JEAN Died January 12, 2016. She was born to Margaret M. and Charles W. Bruwelheide on November 16, 1926, in Wilkinsburg, PA. She worked in the mailroom of The Union Switch and Signal Company where she met and then married Harry W. Colcombe. Doris was a stay at home mother for 16 years in Monroeville, PA. She lived in Lithonia, GA and worked for the March of Dimes, DeKalb County Council on Aging and GE Capital. During retirement, she lived in Sarasota, FL and Sugar Land, TX were she enjoyed her work as a Stein Mart Boutique Lady. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry; and brother, Charles. She is survived by her daughter, Linda and husband, Scott; grandsons, Christopher and William Barto. According to her desire, she will be inurned with Harry in the Houston National Cemetery for a private service. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to your local Alzheimer Charity. Condolences may be offered to www.millerfuneral.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

BUECHEL HERMAN “HANK” IT HAS B...

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BUECHEL HERMAN “HANK” It has been 16 years since we lost our Best Friend. You're always in our hearts and never forgotten. We All Love and Sadly Miss You.

DAVIS THOMAS RALPH, JR. AGE 92...

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DAVIS THOMAS RALPH, Jr. Age 92, of Boca Raton, FL formerly of Green Tree, PA passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2016. Husband of the late Vivian Ratcliffe Davis; father of Lynn Anne Davis Husted (Richard); brother of James Bly Davis USN Ret. (Clara - deceased). During his life in Pittsburgh, he was a member of the choir at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Mt. Lebanon. Tom retired as a Vice President from Mellon Bank after a 38-year career. After moving to Florida, he joined St. Paul's Episcopal Church choir in Delray Beach. Over the years, he traveled all over the world to work with different missionary groups and he also sang in the Rotary Club choir. A memorial service will be held on January 29, 2016, at St. Andrews Estate South, 6045 Verde Trail South, Boca Raton, FL 33433 (561-487-6200) at 4:00 p.m., and on January 30, 2016, a celebration of his life and Holy Eucharist will take place at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 188 S. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33444 (561-276-4541) at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Association, ALZ.org would be appreciated. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

CARL MARGARET M. (JORDAN) “MAR...

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CARL MARGARET M. (JORDAN) “MARGE” Of Turtle Creek, age 86, on Saturday, January 23, 2016. Beloved wife of the late John W. Carl, Sr. for 33 years; loving mother of Jack (Grace Kvorjak) Carl of Penn Hills, Terri (late Paul) Ploskina of McKeesport and the late Regis (surviving spouse, Natalie); dear grandmother of John (Aleta) Ploskina and Johnathan Carl; proud great-grandmother of Saul Ploskina; sister of Thomas (Nancy) Jordan of Turtle Creek. Preceded in death by her brothers, Edward, Francis and Regis Jordan; and her sister, Dolores Hamilton. Marge was an employee in the cafeteria of the Westinghouse plant in East Pittsburgh. At the time of the plant closure, she enrolled in CCAC, Boyce campus, and attained her degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She then was employed by the Visiting Nurses Association for years until retirement. Marge also served as a Judge of Elections in Turtle Creek for over 20 years. She was a member and former Secretary of the East Pittsburgh AARP. Friends welcome Monday 6-8 p.m. Tuesday 2-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, TURTLE CREEK / MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek 412-823-9350. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Colman Church on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Marge will be laid to rest in Good Shepherd Cemetery. laniganfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SHAW LOUIS A. AGE 69, OF WHITE...

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SHAW LOUIS A. Age 69, of White Oak, died peacefully surrounded by his family, on Sunday, January 24, 2016. He was born in McKeesport on September 23, 1946, and was the son of the late Henry and Julia (Zak) Szalkiewicz. Lou was a retired letter carrier in White Oak for the United States Postal Service, McKeesport branch. He proudly served his country in Vietnam as a member of the United States Air Force. He served his community as an active lifetime member of the Rainbow Volunteer Fire Department as well as his parish, Corpus Christi Church. He will be fondly remembered for his humor, selflessness and compassion. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Eleanor (Leskanic) Shaw; daughters, Lori (Scott) Fitzgerald of Squirrel Hill and Jill (Christopher) Shipley of Ohio Twp. Lou was the proud and loving “Pap Pap” to grandsons, Drew Fitzgerald and Patrick and Michael Shipley. He is also survived by brothers, Joseph (Nicki) Shaw and Lenny Szalkiewicz; and sisters-in-law, Marianna Merten, Rita Miller, Ethel Stetz and Micky (Edwin) Janzef. Friends will be received at STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES, INC., 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, Supervisor, 412-678-6177) on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. at Corpus Christi Church with Father Michael Maranowski officiating. Burial will follow. Remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

FERRACO NATHANIEL M. "NATE" AG...

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FERRACO NATHANIEL M. "NATE" Age 18, of Penn Hills, passed away accidently on Sunday, January 24, 2016. Loving Son of Gregory M. and Kolleen M. (Droschak) Ferraco; grandson of Angelo Ferraco, Jr., Katherine A. (Graziano) Droschak, and the late Sadie "Sally" (Rinaldi) Ferraco and Donald M. Droschak; dear brother of Michael G. Ferraco and Nicole S. Ferraco; he is also survived by a large loving family of aunts, uncles, and cousins. Nate was a member of St. Gerard Majella Catholic Church, a 2015 graduate of Penn Hills High School where he was the valedictorian and scholar athlete that participated in soccer, volleyball, and football. He currently was a freshman at Geneva College where he played NCAA soccer. He enjoyed golf, snowboarding, and fishing and will be remembered as having an outgoing personality that had a strong impact on others' lives. Friends and relatives will be received on Monday, January 25, 2016, from 5-8 p.m. and on Tuesday, January 26, 2016, from 2-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, January 27, 2016, 11 a.m. St. Gerard Majella Catholic Church, 121 Dawn Dr., Verona, PA 15147. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET DIRECTLY AT THE CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name c/o S & T Bank for a scholarship fund. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

WINDSTEIN RAYMOND H. LOVING F...

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WINDSTEIN RAYMOND H. Loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed peacefully, on January 22, 2016, at home. Age 85, he was proud to be a former Marine and manager of numerous Giant Eagle stores throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area and a 15 year employee of the Pittsburgh Convention Center. He was a quiet, peaceful, gentle man. Ray was an avid and expert gardener who loved fishing on the Outer Banks and being surrounded by his children and grandchildren while relaxing with a cold beer. Beloved husband of Alice (Almasy); father of Raymond H., Jr. (Donna) of Lineboro, Maryland, Deb (John) Knorr of Pittsburgh and Steve (Shelley) Windstein of Pittsburgh. He is survived by four grandchildren, Michael and Anna Wolak, Stephanie and Nick Windstein; and one great-grandchild, Isabella. He is also survived by his brother, Aloysius. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary of the Mount at 10:00 a.m. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SLOMOFF JEANNETTE ON FRIDAY, J...

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SLOMOFF JEANNETTE On Friday, January 22, 2016. Wife of the late Jack Slomoff; beloved mother of Lois (Slomoff) Steinberg and Danny Slomoff; sister of the late Edward Mermelstein, Florence Sobel, Mildred Ziskind, Belle Corn and Harold Marmon; grandmother of David Muson, Zachary Slomoff, Remy Slomoff and Gabrielle Slomoff. Also survived by Ralph Steinberg, Lois's husband; Lucy Mercer, Danny's wife; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Wednesday January 27, 2016, at 1 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to services, 12 noon-1 p.m. Interment Beth Jacob Cemetery, New Kensington. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SAKACH ALBERT AGE 86, ON SATUR...

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SAKACH ALBERT Age 86, on Saturday, January 23, 2016, of Baldwin Boro. Beloved husband of 58 years to Sylvia (Gyure); beloved father of Lynn (Dan) Nizan, Lori Sakach and Darryl (Rose) Sakach; grandfather of Darryl (Bridgette), Lee, Jessie, Jill and Mikaela; brother of the late Frank, Alex, Joseph, John and Julius. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Al served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1951 to 1953, then taught in the Pittsburgh Public Schools from 1957 to 1992. He was an avid golfer and bowler. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Rd., Brentwood 15227, on Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Thursday morning at 10:00. Funeral service at Lebanon Presbyterian Church at 11:00 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Lebanon Presbyterian Church, 2800 Old Elizabeth Road, West Mifflin, PA 15122. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

KVAMME DANA (BLOOM) AGE 88, OF...

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KVAMME DANA (BLOOM) Age 88, of Beaver, passed peacefully on Saturday, January 23, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Torvald S. Kvamme; loving mother of Cynthia Kvamme, Terry Kvamme and Kathy (husband Chuck) Thomas; grandmother of Torey, Eric, and Ryan; great-grandmother of Aiden and Taylor; she was one of 12 siblings. Dana was the owner of DaLinRo Day Care Center in Beaver. She loved bowling, shooting pool and working with Meals-on-Wheels. Arrangements by the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL), corner of Beatty Rd. and 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747) . www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

FIGURA PAUL M. AGE 71, OF SOUT...

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FIGURA PAUL M. Age 71, of South Fayette Twp., on January 23, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Marvel C. (Smith) Figura; loving father of Kimberly (Britton) Mizia and Paul N. (Michelle) Figura; brother of the late David Figura; cherished grandfather of Sage and Storm Figura and Bryson Mizia. Paul served proudly with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333), where a service will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. Interment and military honors to follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. View and share condolences at: warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GOLIAS VARVARA AGE 86, OF BRID...

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GOLIAS VARVARA Age 86, of Bridgeville, PA, passed peacefully with her family by her side, on Saturday, January 23, 2016. Born on December 12, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Lucille and George Federoff. Loving wife of the late Richard Golias for 65 years; beloved mother of Pamela Golias of Mount Lebanon, Jeffrey (Lorena) Golias of Venetia and Ron (Robin) Golias of Venetia; grandmother of Alexis, Jacob, Kaitlin, Mitchell and Jared. Varvara had a passion for painting, reading and going to the theater. She was an excellent cook and loved all animals. Varvara was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and worked as a bacteriologist at the Presbyterian University Hospital before starting a family. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2016, at noon at Bethany Presbyterian Church, 740 Washington Ave., Bridgeville, PA 15017, (412) 221-5132. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to CREMATION AND FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Varvara's name to the Western PA Humane Society, 1101 Western Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15233 or to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Dr., Lancaster, PA 17603. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SCHWARTZ WALTER ON THURSDAY, J...

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SCHWARTZ WALTER On Thursday, January 21, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Rosalind Janet Schwartz; beloved father of Mark (Beverly) Schwartz and Roberta (Jonathan) Baldo; brother of Seymour Schwartz and the late Marilyn Schwartz Chernoff; brother-in-law of B. Mark Chernoff; grandfather of Benjamin (Evelyn) and Aaron (Katherine) Schwartz and Nathaniel and David Baldo; great-grandfather of Arthur, Simon and Talia Schwartz. Graveside Services and Interment will be held on Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. in Tree of Life Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HAAS MILDRED A. (WESESKY) PEAC...

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HAAS MILDRED A. (WESESKY) Peacefully, on January 23, 2016, age 83, formerly of Fineview. Wife of the late Donald M. Haas; beloved mother of Donald E. (Beverly) Haas and the late Sarah J. Parker (Charles); grandmother of Donald (Jessica) Haas, Daniel Haas, Kristy (Justin) Abernethy, Brian Parker and Alex Parker; great- grandmother of Brynn, Sawyer and Caleb; daughter of the late Michael and Anna Wesesky; sister of Catherine (Paul) Whitton, Antoinette (Allan) Walsh, Patricia (Richard) Walsh, Rosella (John) Kikta, also the late Theresa and the late Michael Wesesky; sister-in-law of Charlotte Wesesky; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mildred worked for the Board of Education for many years. Visitation Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, 920 Cedar Ave., across from A.G.H. Funeral Mass Wednesday St. Peter Church at 9:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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