MOORE ELDER WILLIAM PENNY Peacefully on May 3, 2017. Survived by his wife, Maxine Moore; stepchildren and spiritual children. His former wife, the late Audrey Syler Moore, mother of his seven children. Visitation Wednesday, May 10, 2017, 4-8 p.m. at First C.O.G.I.C., 2502 Centre Ave., 15219. Homegoing Service Thursday, May 11, 2017, at 11 a.m. at First C.O.G.I.C. Arrangements entrusted to HOUSE OF LAW, INC. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NASSIDA ANTHONY TONY W., SR....
NASSIDA ANTHONY TONY W., Sr. Age 84, of Monroeville, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, May 1, 2017. Born on September 7 1932, he was the son of the late Catherine and Vincenzo "James" Nassida. He was the loving husband of Judith of 32 years; cherished father of Anthony Nassida, Jr. and stepfather of Edward (Cheryl) Slagle, Brett (Patty) Slagle, Helene Hopkins, Beth (Duane) Graham and Scott Slagle; he is survived by numerous grandchildren, especially Ken and great- grandchildren. Anthony was the youngest of 12 children and survived by one brother, Frank (Joe Ann) Nassida. He was an avid sports fan, but his #1 team was the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was a Monroeville Police Officer for 25 years. Burial will be held in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies on Friday, May 12, 2017, at 2:30 p.m. with full military honors. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MEDINA JULIO VAN AGE 32, OF BE...
MEDINA JULIO VAN Age 32, of Bellevue, on Saturday, May 6, 2017. Beloved son of Susan (fiancé Jeffrey Riccardi) Ruby; fiancé of Kayla Kasenic; father of Mariah Medina Spencer and stepfather of Kalli Lowe; brother of Melanie White, Elena Medina, Chad Ruby and Chelsey Ruby; nephew of Carol (Sam) Nucci and Mary (Charles) Kozakiewicz; grandson of the late William Vandergrift and Betsy Ann Kozakiewicz; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Wednesday 2-4 and 6 p.m. until time of Service at 7:30 p.m. at the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 700 7th St., McKees Rocks, PA 15136. Interment private. Julio had unconditional love. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.musmannofh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VARNER DORIS J. AGE 78, OF FIN...
VARNER DORIS J. Age 78, of Finleyville, formerly of Sarver, PA, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 7, 2017. Born on October 23, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Velma and Paul Myers. She is the loving mother of Pamela (Stanley) Wazny, of Finleyville, William D. (Tracy Delaney) Varner, Jr., of Charlotte Hall, MD, and Howard E. (Betty) McCandless III, of Mechanicsville, MD; cherished grandmother of Robert, William, Lily, Lacy, Gabbi, Richard, Chelsea, Joe, Haley, Joey, Jonelle, and the late Laci; beloved great-grandmother of Ricky, Landon, Delaney, Autumn, Kylea, Alessia, Summer, Trinity, Colton, Aliviah, Amyah. She is survived by her cousin Ralph Myers. Doris loved her dogs and watching Nascar races. A graveside service will be held in Charles Memorial Gardens in Leonardtown, MD, at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2017. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RODGERS ANN AGE 95, PEACEFULLY...
RODGERS ANN Age 95, peacefully on Monday, May 8, 2017, of Baldwin Boro. Beloved wife of the late Norman Rodgers; loving mother of Joann (Robert) Steigerwald, Lloyd (Loretta) Rodgers, Linda (Gary) Watson and Gary (Mary Grace) Rodgers; identical twin sister to Helen Polakowski; proud grandmother of 12; and great-grandmother of 11; also survived and loved by many nieces and nephews. Ann was a compassionate and loving person and her loving and gracious nature and heart, as well as her pierogies and nut rolls, will be missed by all who knew her. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Friday, May 12, 2017, 2-7 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Saturday morning at 10:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Germaine Church at 11:00 a.m. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOVE ANGELINE M. DOLLY (MUST...
BOVE ANGELINE M. DOLLY (MUSTO) Age 86, of Penn Hills, on Tuesday May 9, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Bove; loving mother of Anna Marie Caffardo (Mary Fischerkeller), Joseph J. (Christy), and Mark E. (Elisa) Bove; grandmother of Nicholas, Crystal and Matthew Bove. Angeline was the last of eight siblings; also survived by nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers please acknowledge contributions to Health care@ Home, 4800 Friendship Ave., Ste. E8 or the Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Ave., Ste. E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Friends will be received at the WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, 11735 Frankstown Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235, Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Friday at 9:30 am. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Susanna Church 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLIRON DELL RAY AGE 58, OF ...
MILLIRON DELL RAY Age 58, of Hampton Township, passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2017. Born June 3, 1958, in Natrona Heights, he was the son of the late Harry B. and Doris Pearl (Beers) Milliron. Dell Ray enjoyed cooking, sports, and church. He liked spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Heinz; son, Matt Milliron, of Pittsburgh; daughter, Erica Milliron, of New Kensington; four grandchildren, Jorden Hagerman, Michael Eshenbaugh, Parker Eshenbaugh, and Carter Milliron; sister, Susan Cranmer Brach; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Harry Milliron, Jr., and Robert Milliron and sister, Agnes Jane Gamble. Private family arrangements have been entrusted to KING FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Dell Ray's family at www.kingfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WATTS-SMITH MARY LOU AGE 89, ...
WATTS-SMITH MARY LOU Age 89, of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 8, 2017. Wife of the late John A. Jack Smith, Jr. Beloved mother of John (Kathie), Gregory (Amy), Douglas (Wendy) Watts; and stepdaughter, Suzanne Connors (fiancé Andrew Miller); loving grandmother of Laura (Jeremy) Markle, Tricia (Daniel) Tillman, Lisa (Daniel) Carlson, David, Rebecca, Katrina, Cailin (fiancé Jarod Reader), Ryan, Samantha, Connor and Marissa Watts; great-grandmother of Palmer and Kaitlyn Carlson, Alyson and Noah Tillman, Jeremiah, Juliana, and Joshua Markle. Preceded in death by first husband, John D. Watts; and brother, Jack Thorpe. Mary Lou was a proud Nutrition graduate of Carnegie Tech and worked for many years as the Director of Food Service at the Gateway School District. Friends received, Friday, May 12, 2017 from 4-8 p.m. at ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139 where the Funeral Service will be held Saturday, May 13, 2017 at 10 a.m. Interment will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bridges Hospice, 1200 Gulf Lab Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15238. Online condolences may be made at: englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ARMBRUSTER CHARLES ON MAY 8, 2...
ARMBRUSTER CHARLES On May 8, 2017, surrounded by his loving family, age 91, of West Mifflin, went home to be with the Lord and the love of his life, Rita. Charles is survived by his children, Charles, Deborah, Roberta, John (Cindy), Edward (Chris), James (Amy). He is also survived by three grandchildren, Lori (Quamil) Gjenashaj, Stephanie (Matthew), and Dana (Rita) Armbruster. He also has five great-grandchildren, Jaden, Christian, Jeremy, Leila, and Myles. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Sylvester and Violet Armbruster; and sisters, Gloria and Marie. Charles was an avid sports fan who loved the Pirates and Pens. Chuck would always tell the story of how he was at Forbes Field when Babe Ruth hit his last home runs. Visitation Wednesday 6-8 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave. Funeral Friday at 9:15 a.m. followed by the celebration mass at 10 a.m. in the Holy Spirit Church in West Mifflin. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KEENAN RONALD AGE 70, OF HIGHL...
KEENAN RONALD Age 70, of Highland Park, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2017, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He is survived by his sons, Brendon Keenan, of Portland, Oregon, and Gardner Keenan, of Greensburg, Pennsylvania; his brother, Bill Keenan, of Greensburg, Pennsylvania; and his former wife, Rebecca Zelko, also of Greensburg. He was predeceased by his brother, James Keenan; and his parents, James William Keenan and Regina Carney Keenan. Ron was deeply loved by his many, many friends in Pittsburgh, who were blessed by Ron's wonderful sense of humor, generosity, and kindness. A very genteel man, Ron was an excellent cook and interior designer who enjoyed entertaining his friends, and made any social occasion special. He was well known by his neighbors in Highland Park where he had lived for the past many years and worked at the Bryant Street Market. Ron worked previously for the U.S. Postal Service and later for PNC Bank. He had been pursuing a degree in Interior Design from La Roche College. Private funeral arrangements will be for family members only. A celebration of Ron's life will be held by his friends at a time yet to be announced. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 5801 Hampton Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Professional services trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROMANIELLO AUDREY ON MONDAY, M...
ROMANIELLO AUDREY On Monday, May 8, 2017, surrounded by her family. Formerly of Mt. Oliver, wife of Anthony Romaniello; mother of Terri Romaniello, Anthony (Valerie) Romaniello, and Tricia Romaniello; grandmother of Christina Romaniello. Friends received at the JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 19 South 15th St., South Side on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. and Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Friday at 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sylvester Church at 10 a.m. gmiterfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EISZLER JEFFREY HUGH AGE 58, O...
EISZLER JEFFREY HUGH Age 58, of Bridgeville, on May 7, 2017. Beloved husband of Alice (Serniak) Eiszler; loving brother of Charles (Sue) Eiszler, Thomas (Grace) Eiszler, Stephen Eiszler, Jeannette (Alfred) Ruf, Richard (Theresa) Eiszler, James (Natalie) Eiszler and John Eiszler; also many nieces and nephews. Jeff was a graduate of Robert Morris University and worked as a tax agent for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Friends received Thursday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., in the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). Parastas service Thursday at 7:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held Friday, 10 a.m., at Bethany Presbyterian Church, Bridgeville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Washington Area Humane Society. View and add condolences at: warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEST RICHARD BARRON, SR. ON SA...
BEST RICHARD BARRON, Sr. On Saturday, May 6, 2017, age 74, of Pittsburgh. Visitation with the family Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. at the ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2025 Perrysville Avenue, Perry Hilltop where a Memorial Celebration will be held promptly at 11:00 am. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARRISON LARISSA (SPIRODONOWS) Larissa Harrison (Spirodonows) went home to be with the Lord on May 7, 2017. She was born August 20, 1926, in Riga, Latvia and was a WWII survivor in Germany. She was a 57-year resident of Bethel Park, a proud naturalized citizen of the USA and was active in national presidential elections. She was an honored speaker at an annual meeting of the National League of Republican Women in Washington, D.C. and at that time was provided a seat in the U.S. Capitol in a section next to the Kennedy family for a speech by John F. Kennedy. Larissa was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and a devoted homemaker who loved her family and was affectionately known as Nana by her three grandchildren. Surviving family members are: her husband of 59 and a half years, Donald; two children, Donna (Steve) Hamer of Huntington, West Virginia, Gregory of Fort Lauderdale, FL; three grandchildren, Dr. Christina (Dr. Adam) Highberger of Blairsville, PA, Stephen and Matthew Hamer of Huntington, West Virginia. In her last couple of years of life, Larissa received wonderful loving care from the Kindred at Home Hospice organization. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to Kindred at Home Hospice care center at 190 Bilmar Drive, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILKOVICH DONNA L. AGE 54, OF ...
MILKOVICH DONNA L. Age 54, of Castle Shannon, unexpectedly, on Saturday, May 6, 2017. Beloved fiancée, of 22 years, of Rick Dzeba. Loving mother of Michael T. France; daughter of Janet McEwen and the late James Kovah; sister of Virginia Barnes, Patricia Lambert, Edward Kovach, Linda Kovach and the late Kenneth Kovach. Donna will be sadly missed by her loving extended family. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday only at BRUSCO-NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD., 2201 Bensonia Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Funeral Service in the funeral home on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Add a tribute at: www.brusco- napierfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SHEA FRELY ELISABETH AGE 75, D...
SHEA FRELY ELISABETH Age 75, died Tuesday, May 2, 2017. She was born April 24, 1942 in Alkmaar, NL to Jan and Agnes Nijkamp. Frely and her family came to the United States in 1958. She married Dr. Thomas Shea in 1961. Together they raised three smart and strong daughters. Frely was a dedicated advocate for causes close to her heart and shared that passion with her family. From pulling her children out of school to rally support for important women's legislation, to decorating her youngest daughter's stroller to protest the Vietnam War, no one can think of Frely without a fond memory of her progressive values. Frely worked a variety of fundraising jobs over the years with her longest stint being at West Penn Hospital. Her family has great admiration for the way she blazed trails for women in the workforce and mentored young women needing direction in their careers. Frely's likes include sharp cheddar cheese, flowers someone else maintained, and 1960's pop-folk music. Her dislikes include Fox News, the musical catalogue of Steven Sondheim, and Pittsburgh drivers and pedestrians. She is preceded in death by her parents and beloved twin sister, Gemma. She is survived by her husband, Tom; daughters, Cynthia, Jennifer, and Stephanie; sister, Atty; granddaughters, Emily, Riley, and Kendall; son-in-law, Harold; grandson-in-law, Sam; and a slew of loving nieces and nephews. Family and friends will gather to celebrate Frely's life later this year. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made in Frely's memory to The Southern Poverty Law Center. Professional Services Trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BERNET FREDERICK JOHN, SR. AG...
BERNET FREDERICK JOHN, Sr. Age 89, of Hampton Township, passed away on Saturday morning May 6, 2017, at UPMC Passavant Hospital surrounded by loved ones. Born August 29, 1927 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of a Swiss immigrant, the late Siegfried Fred Blasius and Amelia Marie (Hirt) Bernet. He married Elizabeth A. Booth on July 1, 1950. Frederick was a veteran of the Korean War, loved golf and was a lifelong Pittsburgh Pirate and Steeler fan. He was a devoted member of Saint Catherine of Sweden Church. He is survived by his sons, William Frederick and Frederick John; ten grandchildren; seven great- grandchildren; and many other loving nieces, nephews and relatives. In addition to his parents,he was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth, who passed away in 1997; and his daughter, Janice Ann, who passed away in 2012. Frederick's family will welcome friends from 2 - 8 p.m. on May 11, 2017 at KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, May 12, 2017, at St. Catherine of Sweden Roman Catholic Church, 2554 Wildwood Road in Allison Park, with Father Steven V. Neff officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Royal Cemetery in Glenshaw. Expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.kingfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BATTAGLIA RONALD J., SR. AGE 8...
BATTAGLIA RONALD J., Sr. Age 80, of Ross Twp., on May 8, 2017. Mr. Battaglia was born on March 4,1937, in Pittsburgh, son of James P. and Consetta (Petrucci) Battaglia. Beloved husband of the late Jean Battaglia; loving father of Jeannie B. (Michael) Euler, Ronald "Butch" (Rebecca) Battaglia, and Michael A. Battaglia; dear grandfather of Evan, Alec, Jake, and Andi. Also survived by many loving family and friends. Family and friends received Thursday from 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills, where funeral services will take place Friday morning at 11 a.m. Please visit www.devlinfuneralhome.com to view this tribute and send online condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BINKLEY GARRY A. AGE 61, OF SO...
BINKLEY GARRY A. Age 61, of South Hills, on May 2, 2017. Son of the late Marvin and Rose (Sabock) Binkley; brother of Donna (John) Lograsso and Colleen (Keith) James; father of Charles, Adam and Alex; uncle and friend. Memorial Service at a later date. Professional Services Trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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YAUCH ALPHONSE J. AL AGE 66,...
YAUCH ALPHONSE J. AL Age 66, on Friday, May 5, 2017, of South Park. Loving husband of Theresa (Mattes) for 31 years; beloved stubborn, cranky, and loving father of James (Lisa), and Joseph (Lori); beloved "Pap" of Katie, Bethany, Alan, Matthew, and Amber; youngest son of the late Lucille and Leonard, Sr.; brother of Leonard (Carol), Glen (Jean), Jerry (Cookie), and the late Geraldine. Will be dearly missed by his family, relatives, and friends. Per Al's wishes, no visitations. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled in Nativity Catholic Church, Thursday 10 a.m. If desired, family suggests donations in Al's memory, to the Sisters of St. Francis, 146 Hawthorne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15209 or to Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, 1 North Linden Street, Duquesne, PA 15110 or your local soup kitchen. 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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