HUNTER DENISE IRENE (LOWRY) On Monday, February 6, 2017 age 58 of Pittsburgh. Beloved mother of Anthony D. Code, Charles M. Hunter, Dominique M. Whitfield and Desiree M. Whitfield; daughter of Charles M. Lowry and the late Elizabeth F. Lowry; also survived by her significant other, Raymond A. Jackson; and eight grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation with the family Thursday, 10 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. at the ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2025 Perrysville Avenue, Perry Hilltop where a Celebration of Life Service will be held promptly at 1:00 p.m. Interment Highwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please donate to The PNC Bank Memorial Fund for Denise Hunter for her eight grandchildren. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVIS THOMAS CHARLES, III ON M...
DAVIS THOMAS CHARLES, III On Monday, February 13, 2017, Thomas Charles, III, age 78, of Green Tree. Loving nephew of Joanne Wittman and cousin of Terry (Marie) Rayman and their daughter, Terra (Shawn) Crosby; and numerous other cousins; dear friend of Donald Martin. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER - STOVER INC. FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Avenue, Crafton, on Wednesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where funeral service will be on Thursday at 10 a.m. Tom was a graduate of Carnegie Tech and a retired music teacher at Brentwood High School. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILLSON JANET AGE 89, OF MONRO...
WILLSON JANET Age 89, of Monroeville, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2017. Wife of the late Samuel "Howard" Willson; mother of Lawrence and Stephen Willson and Amy Roades; grandmother of five; and great-grandmother of one. Services are planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to your local food bank or animal shelter. Professional Services trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, Ltd. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EISEMAN MARY CATHERINE (KELLY)...
EISEMAN MARY CATHERINE (KELLY) Age 92 of Swissvale, died February 14, 2017 after a 15 year battle with Alzheimer's. Besides the love for her family she was famous for people coming from miles to have her create their wedding money box with the exact colors of their dresses and tuxedos. After that most returned to have her create boxes for showers and baby gifts. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Robert; her parents, Harry and Catherine (Watkins) Kelly; and her sister, Barbara Ann Kelly. Mary is survived by son, Gary (Patricia Getz) Eiseman of Springdale Twp.; her grandson, Todd (Richelle Grygo) Eiseman. Friends received 3-8 p.m. Friday only at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale on Friday. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in The Word of God Church. Our family would like to thank the entire staff of Amber Woods, Grane Hospice and Harmar Village especially the 3rd floor memory impaired unit for their dedication and hard work during the 11 years of Mom living at the facility. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Anthony School Programs, 2000 Corporate Dr., Wexler, PA 15090 for the post secondary program located at Duquesne University. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REISACHER KENNETH L. AGE 85, O...
REISACHER KENNETH L. Age 85, of Ross Twp., on Tuesday, February 14, 2017. Husband of the late Roberta (Huwe) Reisacher; son of the late Erich and Rose Reisacher; brother of the late Joanne Guca; survived by a niece, Sharon Skolaski; and many cousins. Ken was a Korean Army veteran. Friends will be received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. John's Lutheran Church, 501 North Ave., Millvale, PA 15209. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KRATZENBERG DOROTHY L. AGE 88,...
KRATZENBERG DOROTHY L. Age 88, of McKees Rocks, passed away on February 15, 2017. She was the wife of the late Fred; mother of Gary (Sharon) and Linda (David E.) Smith; grandmother of Erik Kratzenberg, Michelle (Andrew) Faderewski, and Justin W. (Loni) Smith; great-grandmother of Hunter and Keira Faderewski, Caileigh and Emma Smith. Preceded in death by her brothers, Richard and Russell DeJohn; and sister, Shirley DeJohn. Friends will be received on Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of a service at 12 p.m. at the McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1225 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks, PA 15136, with Rev. Dr. Karl McDonald officiating. mcdermottfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRACIANO TANA M. ON TUESDAY, F...
GRACIANO TANA M. On Tuesday, February 14, 2017. Beloved mother of Quintin Graciano; daughter of Richard A. Graciano, Jr. and Darleen Lamanna; sister of Richard A. Graciano III. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC, 4730 Friendship Ave. Funeral on Saturday at 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Maria Goretti Church, Friendship Campus, at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HANCHAK JOSEPHINE AGE 97, FOR...
HANCHAK JOSEPHINE Age 97, formerly of Pittsburgh passed away Tuesday February 14, 2017 at The Helen Purcell Home in Zanesville, where she resided for the past five years. She was born on November 27, 1919 to the late Daria (Prewallo) Hanaieff and Semon "Sam" Hanaieff in Pittsburg, PA. Josephine was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Hanchak; sisters Barbara Evans (2001), Mary Hanaieff (2009) and Lillian Kowal (2013). She is survived by a nephew Phil (Shari) Kowal of Somerset, PA; nieces Jo Ann Turner of Zanesville, OH, Debbie (Dennis) DiLorenzo of Monroeville, PA, and Daria (Dan) Rayburn of Bethel Park; five great nieces and three great nephews; one great great nephew. Josephine worked a book keeper at H.J. Hienz for 49 years, retiring at the age of 74. She was a member of St. Rosalia's Parish in Greenfield where a memorial mass will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be directed towards the St. Rosalia's Parish, 411 Greenfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 or the Helen Purcell Home, 1854 Norwood Blvd, Zanesville, OH 43701, where she was lovingly cared for by the staff. THE MILLER FUNERAL HOME, Coshocton, OH is serving the family. An online memorial is located at themillerfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEANER ROBERT MILTON TALIAFERR...
DEANER ROBERT MILTON TALIAFERRO, Sr. R. Milton Deaner, Engineering Executive, 92. Shaped by the great depression, WWII, and a Southern Baptist upbringing, Milton was a man known for his intelligence and diligent hard work. Mr. Deaner, of Northville, MI passed away on Saturday, February 11, from complications of cancer. Born in Lynchburg Virginia June 26, 1924, to Frank and Lucy Deaner, one of 6 children. A WWII Veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps from 1943 to 1945 he was a flight engineer stationed in Foggia, Italy. Following the war he obtained a degree in mechanical engineering at Tri-State University in Angola, Indiana. Mr. Deaner's career in steel manufacturing began in 1948 in Pittsburgh, PA at the U.S. Steel Homestead Works. Highlights include: Sales Manager-Arthur G. McKee, Cleveland, 1952-1961, Group Vice President, 1964-1971. Chief Engineer-McLouth Steel Corp, Trenton, Michigan, 1961-1964, Chairman, President, 1981-1986. Vice President engineering National Steel Corp, Pittsburgh, 1971-1981. Lastly, he was President of the American Iron and Steel Institute from 1987 until his retirement in 1993. He served on many executive non-profit and for-profit boards. His hobbies included golf, tennis, gardening, biking and wood-crafting, and was member of several social clubs including The Duquesne Club, Wildwood Country Club, and The Fox Chapel Golf Club. Milton was preceded in death by Jean Dow, his wife of 60 years. He is survived by his children, Pamela, Burke, VA, Sandra, Pittsburgh, PA, Robert, Pittsburgh, PA; 2 grandchildren; 4 great- grandchildren; his brother, Gene, Lancaster, PA; and Susan, wife of 8 years, Northville, MI. Services will be private. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Army Emergency Relief Fund. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KALODIKIS MARY MANTIS WITH GRE...
KALODIKIS MARY MANTIS With great sadness, the family of Mary Mantis Kalodikis of Carlisle, PA, announces her death on February 13, 2017. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Constantine and Despina Mantis. She was a lifetime member of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Camp Hill where she was involved in Church related activities, including the Saints Joachim and Anna Society. Mary was the proprietor for many years of the Beauty Box in Camp Hill. Mary was the beloved wife of the late George Kalodikis, whom she married in 1958 and will now join in eternal life. She was a dedicated and incredibly devoted mother to her two daughters and two sons-in-law (whom she thought of as her sons) and who will cherish her memory: Penny and Gus Georgiadis (Wexford, PA) and Christine and Ernie Sparages (Carlisle, PA). Mary was Nene to six adoring grandchildren who brought much love and joy to her life: Andrew, Maria, Christian, Ana, Jacob and Lucas. Mary's family was the light of her life; her most cherished moments were the times she spent with her family, especially these last 11 years living with her children and grandchildren in Wexford and Carlisle. She lived every single day of her life for her family and considered each as her greatest accomplishment. Also surviving are her brother, Dean Mantis; and numerous nieces, nephews; and a godchild, Hon. George Zozos. She was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Mantis; and her sister, Christine (Mantis) Lewis. Friends will be received on Friday, February 17, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 1000 Yverdon Drive, Camp Hill, PA 17011. The funeral service will immediately follow at noon. After the interment in the Rolling Green Cemetery, a traditional Makaria will be served at the Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions in honor of Mary Kalodikis to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 1000 Yverdon Drive, Camp Hill, PA 17011. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SIEBER JOHN ROTHROCK JACK OF...
SIEBER JOHN ROTHROCK JACK Of O'Hara Twp., passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2017. Born in Pittsburgh July 18, 1926, he was the son of the late Dr. Paul R. and Georgia B. Sieber. He was preceded in death by his brother, Dr. Paul R. Sieber, Jr. Jack graduated from Shady Side Academy and Bucknell University, where he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Joan Heppenstall Sieber; his five children, Cynthia Simons, Susan McGinley, John R. Sieber, Jr. (Kate), Jeffrey D. Sieber (Lisa) and Sam H. Sieber; also ten grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. No Visitation. A memorial service will be held Friday, February 17, 2017, at 1 p.m. at the Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church, 384 Fox Chapel Road. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by WEDDELL - AJAK FUNERAL HOME, Aspinwall. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOODS JAMES C., JR. AGE 68, OF...
WOODS JAMES C., Jr. Age 68, of New Kensington, formerly of Murrysville, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017. He was born August 20, 1948, in Pittsburgh, son of Peggy (Llewelyn) Woods of Greensburg and the late James C. Woods. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and enjoyed cooking and hunting. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, David Woods in 2008. In addition to his mother, James is survived by two brothers, Daniel (Dorene) Woods of Monroeville and Timothy (Paula) Woods of Irwin and eight nieces and nephews. No visitation. A graveside service will be held in the Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville at a date to be announced. www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCFADEN FRANK T., III AGE 81, ...
McFADEN FRANK T., III Age 81, of Murrysville, formerly of Upper St. Clair died Sunday, February 12, 2017. He was born April 15, 1935 in Richmond, VA, son of the late Frank T., Jr. and Cecile Ward McFaden. In addition to his parents, Frank was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Martha Rankin McFaden; a sister, Catherine M. Rippel; and a daughter-in-law, Joan Pekar McFaden. He was an avid Penn State fan and enjoyed playing golf. Frank also loved walking his dog, Sava. He is survived by three sons, Frank T. IV (Laura) of Jupiter, FL, Gregory R. (Kathy) of Murrysville and Paul Scott McFaden of Pittsburgh. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Blair Joan, Lauren Anne, Ryan Gregory, Amanda Jean, Kelsey Marie; and a sister, Susan Ward Gibbs of Charleston, WV. Visitation with family and friends will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at the HART FUNERAL HOME INC., Murrysville where a memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society at www.lls.org 333 E Carson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15219 or Murrysville Meals on Wheels. www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILLIAMS ROSE M. AGE 99, TRANS...
WILLIAMS ROSE M. Age 99, transitioned on February 13, 2017. Beloved mother of Pamela Malone (Larry); also survived by 11 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Visitation Saturday 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. at Second Baptist Church, Homestead. Interment Restland Mem. Pk. Arrangements entrusted to ALDRICH FUNERAL HOMES, 412-461-3400. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WISNIEWSKI GREGORY JOHN WIZ ...
WISNIEWSKI GREGORY JOHN WIZ Age 51, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Highland Park, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2017. Beloved friend of Tina Marie Dugan; loving dog owner of Junior and the late Maxx (his sons); son of the late Chester and Bernadette Wisniewski; brother of Sharon (Ron) Heisel, Keith (Sharon K.) Wisniewski and Gary Wisniewski; also survived by nieces and nephews. Greg was a 1983 graduate of Central Catholic. He met many friends throughout his life playing sports through adulthood, working in the restaurant/bar business, for Blue Cross and in car sales. He was a diehard Pittsburgh sports fan and loved to golf, ski and the great outdoors all year round. He was a caregiver to those he loved and he loved all very hard. Greg's whole life was based on competitiveness, strength and he was very determined to the end! We fought the fight together, you're the ironman and my hero, and your reward is heaven! God bless you, Greg, you will be forever missed! Family and friends will be received on Friday from 12 noon to 8 p.m. at the ORION C. PINKERTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1014 California Ave., Avalon, 412-766-5600. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Church of the Assumption on Saturday at 10 a.m. www.pinkerton funeralhome.net Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AMMELL JOHN KENNETH LIFELONG P...
AMMELL JOHN KENNETH Lifelong Pittsburgh area resident passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2017, following a long illness. He was 82. Son of the late Kathleen (Cummins) and Stephen Kerekes. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Mary "Dolly" (Welsh) Ammell, and sister Joan Eckert. He is also survived by his loving children, Kate (Edward) Trudo, Sean and Michael Ammell and Margaret (Edward) Silverman; his grandchildren, David and Megan (Russell) Trudo; his nieces and nephews, Judy (Geno) Como, Robert (Leslie) Sunseri, David (Cindy) Sunseri, Rick (Jody) Sunseri, and Bill (Fifi) Sunseri, Kathleen Brodie, Nick (Beverly) Eckert, and Beth Jamison. He was predeceased by his sister, Sarah Sunseri. Friends will be received Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., corner of Shaw and Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek (412-823-1950). Mass of Christian Burial at St. Colman Parish Saturday 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow in Calvary Cemetery. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOHNSTONE LILLIAN LIL SOPHIA...
JOHNSTONE LILLIAN LIL SOPHIA Lillian Lil Sophia Johnstone (Shipley) of New Homestead, passed away peacefully at her home early Monday morning, February 13, 2017. Lillian Lil is survived by her son, John Suto and his wife, Kathy, of Los Angeles, CA; sister, Mildred Kosko of Duarte, CA; her niece, Sister Agnes Marie; and her nephews, Dale Collins (wife Diane), Daniel Collins (wife Lorraine), David Collins, and their families, all of Pittsburgh. Lil was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Johnstone; brothers, Steven and George Shipley; sisters, Elizabeth Evans, Dorothy Wolfarth and most cherished Josephine Collins. A very special thanks to Cathy and Tom Perlaky. May God bless you both. You will always hold a special place in our hearts and our family. A private family memorial will be held on Friday, February 17, 2017. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ASPCA in honor of Lil. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KERR HELEN (GUBIC) FORMERLY OF...
KERR HELEN (GUBIC) Formerly of Monessen, on Sunday morning, Feb. 12, 2017, age 99, Helen passed away at her nursing home located in Wexford, PA. She was the beloved wife of the late Peter Kerr who passed in 1989. Prior to marriage, Helen was a bookkeeper for Pittsburgh-Wheeling Steel. After marriage, she raised two children, Gary and Janice Kerr. She leaves behind two grandchildren, Kelly and Ryan, along with five great- grandchildren. The family had a private, family showing on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017, at RHOME FUNERAL HOME located in Monessen, PA. Burial took place Wednesday morning in Grandview Cemetery located in Monessen. The family wishes to thank all the wonderful staff who cared for Helen at the Concordia Nursing Home for the past ten years. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MICHELANGELO GIULIANO MIKE O...
MICHELANGELO GIULIANO MIKE Of Baldwin Twp., on Sunday, February 12, 2017. Son of the late Panfilo and Michelina; beloved husband of Rosemary Rose (Meyer); father of Gregory J. Michelangelo and Nanette (Shean) McKenna of South Carolina; brother of Teresa, Nunziata and the late Filomena; grandfather of James, Victoria, Katey, Tyler, Matthew, Caitlin, Sarah, Maxwell, Luke and Henry; also two great-granddaughters. Friends will be received at THE FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd., 412-561-0380 Friday only 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Catherine of Siena Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Foundation. www.deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COSGROVE JAMES K. AGE 84, OF M...
COSGROVE JAMES K. Age 84, of McKees Rocks, passed on Sunday, February 12, 2017. Beloved husband of Rosemary (Carroll); loving father of Carol Ann (Terry) Wisniewski, James (Diane) Cosgrove and Robert Cosgrove; dear grandfather of Kaitlyn, James, Brenna, Fallon and Kylie; great-grandfather of Aiden, Nolan, Declan and Maggie Mae; brother of the late Eugene Cosgrove and Geraldine Slava. As per James wishes, visitation is private. Friends are invited to join the family for the Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. FRIDAY, St. John of God Parish, the Church of St. Mary's. James was a Korean War veteran, serving with the US Air Force. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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