KOSTYAK FLORA F. (FULLER), LPN Age 61, of Brunswick, Ohio, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2017. She was born March 6, 1956, in Warren, MI to the late Samuel H. and Catherine (Park) Fuller. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with family and friends. Flora is survived by her husband, Gary; sons, Neal (Amanda) and Samuel; sister, Nancy (Gabe) Buchholtz; and brother, Samuel H. (Carol) Fuller III. She was preceded in death by her sister, Marianne Libbee. A celebration of Flora's life, with a lunch to follow, will be held on August 26, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. at the Brunswick Reformed Church, 3535 Grafton Road, Brunswick. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. BOLLINGER FUNERAL SERVICES of Brunswick assisted with arrangements. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARRISON THEODORE EDWARD AGE 9...
HARRISON THEODORE EDWARD Age 96, of Tallahassee, passed away Friday, July 21, 2017, at the Bertrand Health Center at Westminster Oaks. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Martha Ann Duane Harrison. A private service is planned. Gifts in memory of Mr. Harrison may be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308. Mr. Harrison was a native of Mendes, Georgia, the son of Ira R. and Verda Mae Mangum Harrison. He served in the Army Corps of Engineers in World War II in Burma, China, and India. Following the war he attended the University of Florida, where he received a degree in industrial engineering in 1948. He spent his career as an executive with the Westinghouse Corporation in Pittsburgh, retiring in 1981 to attend the Florida State University School of Law. After graduating and becoming a member of the Florida Bar Association, he practiced law in Tallahassee for over 10 years, primarily pro bono work with the Federal Court system. After retiring from the practice of law, he turned his never flagging energy and attention to building computers. An avid golfer, he was a member of the Killearn Country Club and was also a member of Fellowship Presbyterian Church in Tallahassee. Other survivors include three sons, Theodore Edison Harrison, John Ira Harrison (Arden) and Richard Thomas Harrison, all of Tallahassee; three daughters, Julia Ann Mooney (Richard) of Lake Worth, FL, Suzan Harrison of St. Petersburg, FL and Laura Harrison of Tallahassee; seven grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Mr. Harrison is also survived by his brother, Jack Harrison (Sally) of Amelia Island; and his sister, Alice Swanson (Willard) of Melbourne, FL. Kelly Barber of BEVIS FUNERAL HOME OF TALLAHASSEE (850-385-2193 or www.bevisfh.com) is assisting the Harrison family with their arrangements. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEHR JOHN JACK BELOVED STORY...
BEHR JOHN JACK Beloved storyteller, died on July 29, 2017, at the age of 68. He is survived by his wife, Sherry; along with his children, Judd, Adam, Kim, Lindsey; and nine grandchildren. For memorial info please email abehr78@hotmail.com. Arrangements were handled by GABAUER FUNERAL HOME. www.gabauerfamilyfuneralhomes.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EARLEY RICHARD VINCENT ON WEDN...
EARLEY RICHARD VINCENT On Wednesday, August 2, 2017, Richard Vincent Earley, age 85, peacefully passed away. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Miriam; granddaughter, Mia; and his joyous great-grandson, Foster Carlino; and longtime companion, Pat Cottrell. Richard was born October 11, 1931, to Vincent and Freda (Borland) Earley. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, David (brother) and William Borland (uncle). Richard was quite the traveler, native of Pittsburgh, PA, resident of Laurel Mountain, Hilo, HI and New Port Richey, FL. A gentle nature, A heart of gold, these are the memories we will hold. Funeral, memorial services are private. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DUERSTEIN HOWARD L. LOU AGE ...
DUERSTEIN HOWARD L. LOU Age 87, of Shaler Twp., peacefully, on Wednesday, August 2, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Kathryn; loving father of Mary Duerstein, Marie Berberich, Chrissy Duerstein, Aimee (Jerry) Ehni, Pamela (Ron) Davis; and one fur-baby, Ladybug; dear grandpap of Lisa Pollack, Daniel Ehni, Patty Ehni, Allison Ehni, and Tonya Davis; great-grandpap of Ben, Luke, and Braxton; he is survived by two sisters, Ruth Duerstein and Nancy Struber; he was preceded in death by four siblings. Friends will be received on Monday from 2-8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, where a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RANKER HOWARD J. DUKE, JR. A...
RANKER HOWARD J. DUKE, Jr. Age 60, of Shaler Twp., on Tuesday, August 1, 2017. Loving father of Christopher Ranker; dear brother of Joseph Ranker, Margaret (William) Johnston, Christina (Andy) Muehlbauer, and Michael Ranker; also survived by many nieces and nephews. No visitation. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 1:00 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERSPERGER NATHANIEL AGE 34, O...
HERSPERGER NATHANIEL Age 34, of North Hills, of Pgh., died July 12, 2017. Son of Richard (Tiffany) Hersperger and son of Sheri (Joe) Clair; brother of Tyler Hersperger. Please join us for Nathan's Memorial Service at Grace OP Church, 1419 Beaver St., Sewickley, PA, August 12, 2017, at 2 p.m. For more information www.trenzfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CASTALDO HELEN ELENA SALCETT...
CASTALDO HELEN ELENA SALCETTI Age 94, passed away July 30, 2017. Helen was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Carlo. Helen is survived by her daughter, Carla; grandchildren, Michaela and Zachery; a son, David. Helen's zest for life led to travel and adventures. In 1955 she moved to Rome, Italy to work for Warner Bros. Studios on the movie, Ben Hur. While on hiatus she traveled to the beautiful island of Capri where she met her true love, Carlo. After a year in Italy, and a marriage proposal in hand, she sailed back on the Andrea Doria, surviving the sinking of the ship. Helen returned to Italy where she and Carlo married and lived until 1958. They returned to Pittsburgh to raise their family. Helen and Carlo lived a full life filled with love, traveling and family. We cherish all you gave us. "Una vita ben vissuta!" A life well lived! Helen's family requested that services and interment will be held privately. Funeral arrangements are being handled by BASH - NIED FUNERAL HOME, Delmont, 724-468-8381. www. bash-niedfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GIER WEBER GRACE CAROLINE (HYE...
GIER WEBER GRACE CAROLINE (HYETT) Formerly of Wexford, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully in Woodland, CA, on Friday, July 14, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Jerome Gier and George Weber; her youngest son, Karl and infant son, Kurt. She is survived by daughter, Janet, son, Eric and his wife, Lynette; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She also leaves her dear devoted companion, Don and "2nd daughter" Teri . Caroline loved her family and friends, her cats, and her country. Enduring many hardships in her early years, she often gave of herself in compassionate care for others who were suffering. As a young woman, she discovered her beautiful soprano singing voice, soloing in her church choir for many years. Well-versed in American history, she traced her ancestry to the founding fathers and patriots in the American Revolution. She had an avid curiosity for a variety of topics including mineral collecting, the Old West, and her family genealogy. She also enjoyed playing cards and casino games. In lieu of services, a private family gathering will be held. Donations may be made in her name to Shepherd Wellness Community of Pittsburgh, PA at swconline.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERSPERGER NATHANIEL RYAN AGE ...
HERSPERGER NATHANIEL RYAN Age 34, of North Hills, Pittsburgh, died suddenly on July 12, 2017. Beloved son of Richard Hersperger, spouse, Tiffany Rebosky; beloved son of Sheri (Hersperger) Clair, spouse, Joseph Clair; beloved brother of Tyler Hersperger. Please join our family for Nathan's Memorial Service on Saturday, August 12, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 1419 Beaver St., Sewickley, PA 15143, (412-741-3430). More information at www.trenzfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROSE RICHARD ALLEN AGE 62, FOR...
ROSE RICHARD ALLEN Age 62, formerly of Pleasant Hills and Elizabeth Township, recently of Arlington, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on July 25, 2017. Loving husband of 29 years of Norma Jean (Verzinski) Rose; loving father of Crystal Lee (Mark) Picca, and April Rose (Dylan Rucker); brother of Gretchen Rose Fuller and Lucinda Rose Fudge; also survived by four loving nieces, Megan Fuller, Bridget Fuller, Kathleen (Fudge) Gonnelli, and Jennifer Fudge. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Allen Rose, Sr. and mother, Martha Slaine Rose. Rich was a former employee of G.C.Murphy Co. and Forbes Regional Hospital in the Human Resources Department. A memorial service was held in Arlington, Texas on Saturday, July 29, 2017. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REKASIE ROBERT T. CASEY AGE ...
REKASIE ROBERT T. CASEY Age 70, of Allison Park, on Tuesday, July 25, 2017. Beloved husband of Margie; father of Anne (Shawn) Jenkins and Adam (Shannon Courson) Rekasie; Pap of Alise and Isaac Jenkins; son on the late Walter and Jean Rekasie. NO VISITATION. A Funeral Mass will be held in St. Catherine of Sweden R.C. Church, Allison Park on Friday, August 11, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. followed by military burial in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA at 12:30 p.m. Arrangements by THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave. at Davis Ave., Pgh., PA 15212. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZYWIEC FRANK ZEKE PEACEFULLY...
ZYWIEC FRANK ZEKE Peacefully on August 5, 2017, age 87, of Wilmerding. Beloved husband of Naomi (Churchfield) Zywiec; loving Dad of Wayne (Marilyn), David (Kathy) Zywiec and Becky Loving; special grandpa of seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brother of Jane Mack. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Frank loved woodworking and adored his dog, Trinity. Frank will be greatly missed. Friends welcome in ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, 412-824-4332 on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Additional visitation will be on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, North Huntingdon. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHROEDER JOYCE A. (RICHARDSON...
SCHROEDER JOYCE A. (RICHARDSON) Age 90, of Zelienople, formerly of Ross Twp., on August 4, 2017. Joyce A. (Richardson) Schroeder, wife of the late Albert E. Schroeder and Richard F. McKinney; loving mother of Richard D. McKinney (Cindy) of Wingdale, NY and Kevin P. McKinney (Leslie Ann) of Evans City; sister of Norma A. Allman of New Kensington and the late Stanley H. Richardson; grandmother of Patrick, Nathan, Haley and Logan; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received on Monday from 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday from 10 until time of services at 11 a.m. at the MCDONALD-LINN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE, LLC., 529 California Ave., Avalon, PA 15202. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Please view and sign the family guestbook at www.mcdonald-linn.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRELICHE WILLIAM J. BILL AGE...
FRELICHE WILLIAM J. BILL Age 71, of Greensburg, died peacefully Sunday, August 6, 2017. He was born March 19, 1946, in Penn Hills, a son of the late Harry and Naomi (Contardi) Freliche. Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was a home builder, having been part-owner of Freliche and Kenzevich, Inc. Bill was retired from Franklin Regional School District. He loved spending time with his beloved family, especially his grandkids. He also enjoyed classic cars. Bill was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Greensburg. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Harold Freliche. Bill will be greatly missed by his devoted wife of 48 years, Eileen (Grattan) Freliche; daughters, Angela Sofaly (Jared), of Allegheny Twp., and Dianna DePalma (Brian), of Greensburg; son, Bill Freliche (Diane), of Greensburg; sister, Norma Zimmer (Harry), of Fox Chapel; and a number of nieces, nephews and friends. Bill was the very proud grandfather of Nicolas, Kelsey, Aidan and Emma. Family and friends will be received from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at the VAIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 463 Athena Drive, Delmont, (724) 468-1177. A Funeral Mass for Bill will be celebrated Wednesday at a time and place to be announced. Interment in Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont, will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bill's memory may be made to Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Road SW, Liburn, GA 30047. Please write Bill Freliche on check memo line. To send online expressions of sympathy, obtain grief support information or directions, please visit www.VaiaFuneralHome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEYMORE KEITH T. ON WEDNESDAY,...
SEYMORE KEITH T. On Wednesday, August 2, 2017, Keith T. Seymore, age 62 of Clairton, PA. Longtime companion of Mae Sutton; father of Terri Lawson, Tyrone Sutton, Tashawna Sutton and Wesley Sutton; brother of Jimmie Seymore, Renee Seymore, Rae Seymore, Timothy Seymore and Lorna Burkes; also survived by nine grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Visitation Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. on August 8, 2017 at WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 808 Talbot Avenue, Braddock, PA 15104. (412) 271-3880. Funeral Wednesday 11:00 a.m., August 9, 2017 at Mount Olive Baptist Church, 451 Park Avenue, Clairton, PA 15025. Interment Homewood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JORDAN ANGEL, PH.D. LOVING HUS...
JORDAN ANGEL, Ph.D. Loving husband, father and grandfather, Dr. Angel Jordan, age 86, of Squirrel Hill, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2017, surrounded by his loved ones. Angel was born in Pamplona, Spain in 1930, and raised in that country's Pyrenees northern mountain region. He came to the U.S. in 1956 with his wife, Nieves, where they both received Ph.D.'s in Electrical Engineering in 1959 at Carnegie Institute of Technology, which thereafter became Carnegie Mellon University. Starting as a graduate teaching assistant after receiving his Ph.D., he had a wide-ranging, six decade career at CMU in Pittsburgh. While a faculty member in and then Head of CMU's Department of Electrical Engineering, he was instrumental in building one of the country's first and finest university laboratories in solid state devices. But he also recognized and fostered new academic areas; encouraged interdisciplinary educational initiatives; and propelled the department to leading positions in funded research, levels of enrollment, as well as quality of its undergraduate and graduate programs. Subsequently, when he became Dean of the College of Engineering, amongst other achievements, Angel played a key role in the formation of the Robotics Institute, the first and still largest entity of its kind in the world. He was also instrumental in establishing the Software Engineering Institute, of which he was twice its Acting Director. In the 1980s and early 1990s, he was Provost of CMU. During that time, he helped to consolidate the university's position as one of the world's foremost educational and research institutions. Most prominently, Angel elevated the Computer Science Department, which he had initially founded, to the college level, creating the School of Computer Science which consistently ranks at the top of U.S. graduate programs in computer science and whose graduates are highly prized by industry. But while Provost, he also took great pride in promoting innovative curriculums to integrate technological and non- scientific fields of study. Angel published extensively, and lectured at American and international universities on interdisciplinary education, industry/university relations, technology transfer, and strategic planning. As a faculty member and later as a university administrator, he was a consultant to industry, universities, and government agencies in the U.S. and abroad. He also served on the board of directors and science advisory committees of several companies as well as not-for-profit organizations. After his retirement as a Professor Emeritus, he remained actively engaged in numerous research as well as educational undertakings, at the university and elsewhere. Angel was the recipient of a wide range of academic and business honors. He was a Fellow of both the IEEE and the AAAS, as well as an elected Member of the National Academy of Engineering. Since he always remained close to the country of his birth, he was particularly fond of having received Doctor Honoris Causa from several Spanish higher education institutions. Perhaps most importantly for him at a personal level, Angel will be remembered fondly as a warm and engaging teacher by several generations of undergraduate and graduate students at the university he loved, many of whom he mentored to become influential leaders in their respective fields. Angel always remained deeply attuned to his Spanish roots, and maintained close professional as well as personal ties to the land of his birth. But he took great pride in having played leadership roles at CMU when it helped to launch and then consolidate the now widely acknowledged post-industrial trajectory of Pittsburgh, a city which adopted him and his wife when they were young. And because he grew into a die-hard Pittsburgher, he inevitably became a passionate Steelers fan. He often watched their games with his son, Art and daughter-in-law, Dana at Silky's Saloon, where he could be heard during the game cheering on the hometown team in Spanish. Angel will be greatly missed by his wife, Nieves; and his three sons, Dr. Edward Jordan and his wife, Rina of Utah, Xavier Jordan and his wife, Perlita Peret of Washington, D.C., Arthur Jordan and wife, Dana of Upper St. Clair. He was a loving grandfather to Spencer, Kyle, Ines, Leila, Anton, and Inigo. Arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Please view or add tributes at www.beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHETTLE ALAN AGE 80, OF BROOKL...
CHETTLE ALAN Age 80, of Brookline, peacefully on Saturday, August 5, 2017, with his beloved Beverly by his side, after a courageous battle with cancer. Loving father of Susan Rutherford (Mark), Kathy Szitas (Rob), Michael (Kristin) and the late Alan Chettle, Jr. and extended family, Dr. David Romano (Christina) and Gary Romano (Deana); brother of Don Chettle (Mary), Carol Brown (Ronald) and the late Joseph Chettle and Dorothy Mahoney. He was adored by his 12 grandchildren as well as many other family and friends. He was passionate about his game of golf and loved the Pittsburgh Pirates. Alan proudly served in the US Army. He retired from Pepsi after 40 years then worked for Conroy School. He was truly loved by all. Friends received 1-8 p.m. Tuesday at BRUSCO - NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE LTD., 2201 Bensonia Ave., Pgh., PA 15216. Mass of Christian Burial in Church of the Epiphany on Wednesday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Healthcare @ Home, Hospice Inpatient Unit, 4800 Friendship Ave., Bldg. E, Pgh., PA 15224. Add a tribute at: www.brusco-napierfuneral home.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KEARNS THOMAS C. ON FRIDAY, AU...
KEARNS THOMAS C. On Friday, August 4, 2017, Thomas C., age 84, of Ingram. Beloved fiancé of the late Norma Jean Paguia; father of Thomas (Toni) Hutchinson; and stepfather of Renee (Jeremy) Brayley and Danielle Tallman and Michelle (Scott) Parsons; grandfather of Kenny Hutchison and Nalani and Jeremiah Brayley and Tyler, Ian and Daniel Tallman and Avalon and Malea Parsons; brother of the late Joanne (late Jesse) Ecker and the late Dolores Doty (late Stanley) Kaspic. During the Korean War, Tom was a member of the Rakkasans 187th Airborne/Assault Regimental Combat Team in Korea from May 1951 to February 1953. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER-STOVER INC., FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Avenue, Crafton, on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Philip Roman Catholic Church, 50 W. Crafton Ave., Pgh., PA 15205 on Wednesday at 10 a.m. If desired, memorials may be made to Friends of the Pittsburgh Fisher House, 3945 Forbes Ave., Box 240, Pgh., PA 15213. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARTON GERTRUDE TRUDY I. OF ...
BARTON GERTRUDE TRUDY I. Of Bethel Park, age 87, passed peacefully on Friday, August 4, 2017. Beloved wife of the late George W. Barton; loving mother of Caroline I. Barton (James C. Morack), George W. Barton (Janet), Timothy M. Barton; cherished grandmother of Lindsey Cissel (Kevin) and Timothy TJ Barton; great-grandmother of Kamden W. Cissel; sister of James A. Barton (Edith) and the late Margaret J. Roskos (Richard), Leo L. Koppel (Betty); also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was a member of the Oasis Writing Club and The Bethel Garden Club. Family and friends will be received Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PAUL L. HENNEY CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park, where Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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