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ARELT RUTH LAVERNE (KRAEUTER) ...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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ARELT RUTH LAVERNE (KRAEUTER) Age 87, of Cabot, PA (formerly of Hudson, FL, and Bethel Park, PA), on Friday, August 4, 2017, daughter of the late Lawrence and Pauline Kraeuter; survived by her children, Mark (Peggy) Arelt of Bethel Park, PA, Kirby (Joe) Palmisano of Massillon, OH, and Tracey (Randy) Smith of Lower Burrell, PA; preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert J. Arelt; and her sister, Lois Bustinger. A graduate of South Hills High School, Pittsburgh, PA, and from Capital University in Columbus, OH, a parish worker at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Pittsburgh, PA, a parish worker and youth group leader at Ruthfred Lutheran Church in Bethel Park, PA. A celebration of her life will be scheduled at a later date for family and friends. Arrangements entrusted to FRANK F. GIGLER FUNERAL HOME in Lower Burrell, 724-335-6500. 1 Corinthians 15:53-57 Revelation 21:4 www.giglerfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEORAS BHANU R. AT AGE 94, ON ...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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DEORAS BHANU R. At age 94, on Saturday, August 5, 2017. He was born in Nagpur (India), the fourth child out of five, to a prominent physicist and professor at Nagpur University. Bhanu was educated at Nagpur University and received his Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Birmingham in England. He came to the US in 1958 as a Ford Foundation Scholar at what is now Carnegie Mellon University. He returned to India and worked as a Chief Metallurgist at Durgapur Steel Plant in Durgapur, West Bengal, India. He eventually immigrated to the United States in 1972. The family settled in Pittsburgh – a town that he was familiar with from his days at CMU and in many ways similar to Durgapur, another steel town. His career was devoted to working in the steel industry and work was his main passion. He was an active member of the Indian community in Pittsburgh and had many friends. Beloved husband of the late Kamal; loving father of Satish (Jyoti), Sunil (Kiran) and Monica (Rama M. Joshi); and cherished grandfather of: Ketan, Mita, Akshay (Rebecca), Aneesh, Gauri and Rohit; dear brother of Padma. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome 2630 West Liberty Ave., Dormont, 412-531-4000, Monday, August 7, 2017, noon until time of Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. Family suggests memorial contributions to Presbyterian Senior Care Fund, srcare.org or Hindu Jain Temple, hindujaintemple.org. Please view or add tributes at beinhauercares.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WATKINSON LETITIA "JANE" (MONT...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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WATKINSON LETITIA "JANE" (MONTGOMERY) Age 88, of Bethel Park, formerly of Monongahela, on August 3, 2017, of pancreatic cancer. Beloved wife of the late George E. Watkinson for 56 years; loving mother of Amy (Terry) Bilkey and Jane (Ron) Thompson; doting grandmother of dearly loved granddaughters, Catherine and Jocelyn Bilkey; dear sister of Sandra Hernandez. Also survived by two special friends who cared deeply and kindly for her in recent years: Ellie "423" Fox and Julie "Flamingo" Valentine. Preceded in death by her parents, Fred W. and Edna Marina (Shenkle) Montgomery; and both brothers, Fred W. and James T. C. Montgomery. Jane found joy in every day, made every stranger into a friend, and loved everyone and everything -- except for her given name "Letitia". She graduated from Springdale High School and Thiel College; she then worked as an executive secretary for Koppers in Pittsburgh. Jane was well known for her musical talents, particularly as a wedding soloist and a skilled pianist. She and George shared a deep love of music (especially opera), travel and dancing. At Jane's request, there will be no visitation or service; burial will be private. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute (online: www. giveto.pitt.edu/give-now; by mail: http:// upci.upmc.edu/giving/pdf/WebDonationForm.pdf) or to a charity of choice. Arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 412 531-4000. Please view or add tributes at www.beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOZDRON VIOLA BORN AUGUST 24, ...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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KOZDRON VIOLA Born August 24, 1926, in Curwensville, lived in Pittsburgh and Gibsonia, died in DuBois January 28, 2017. A Memorial Service will be held August 12, 2017, 11 a.m. in St. John's Lutheran Church, Rockton, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARSH FLORENCE C. (FRITSCH) AG...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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MARSH FLORENCE C. (FRITSCH) Age 82, of Conneaut Lake, formerly of Aspinwall, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Thomas O. Marsh; loving mother of Judith (James) Micher and David P. (Becky) Marsh; cherished grandmother of J.T. Micher, Jacob, Elizabeth, Connor and Nolan Marsh; sister of Catherine Koch, Herbert Fritsch, Anna Mary Brick and the late Eleanor Moore, Leona Urschler, Elmer Fritsch, Alberta Pleunik, Margaret Blosart, Joseph Fritsch, Tony Fritsch and Herman Fritsch; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday, August 9, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WEDDELL - AJAK FUNERAL HOME, 100 Center Ave., Aspinwall, where a parting prayer will be held on Thursday, 9:30 a.m., followed by a Christian Funeral Mass at St. Scholastica Church at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SLACK GWENDA (RICHARDS) AGE 88...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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SLACK GWENDA (RICHARDS) Age 88, of Jefferson Hills, born in New Castle, PA. Passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2017. Wife of the late Reverend Robert R. Slack; mother of Barbara A. (Ron) Lewis, Laura M. (Craig) Edwards and Thomas R. (Henrietta) Slack; grandmother of Jennifer (Lewis) Spatara, Rebecca Lewis, Jessica Lewis, Joshua Lewis, Chad Edwards, Cory Edwards, Nicole (Edwards) Morris and Thomas Slack II; 11 great- grandchildren; sister of Dr. Paul Richards. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 p.m. in the STEPHEN D. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 1701 Route 51 (Large) in Jefferson Hills. A private burial will be held in The National Cemetery of The Alleghenies. Please visit www. stephendslater.com for condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROZOVICH RONALD E. AGE 74, OF...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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BROZOVICH RONALD E. Age 74, of Murrysville, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2017. Beloved husband of Marilyn Brozovich and the late Venese K. Brozovich; father of Michael, Marc (Michelle) and Matthew Brozovich; grandfather of Nicholas; stepfather of Stephen, Brett and Patrick Klingensmith. He was an Assistant Principal at Kiski Area High School from 1973-2000, and enjoyed his retirement at Advance Auto from 2000-2017. Friends will be received from 10-11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100), with a Blessing Service following visitation at 11 a.m. Private interment in All Saints/Braddock Catholic Cemetery. www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRAY JOHN THOMAS AGE 83, OF...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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GRAY JOHN THOMAS Age 83, of Oakmont, formerly of Plum, passed away Friday, August 4, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Mary L. Gray; loving father of Dianne (Domenick) Carroll, John T. (Ellen) Gray, Jr., William E. (Sandy) Gray, Judy (Gary) Childs of VA, Robert A. (Rose) Gray, Frank (Cyndee) Gray, Edward J. (Patty) Gray, Timothy S. (Juanita) Gray, and Vera Lee Moore; brother of James E. (Eleanor) of FL; and brother-in-law of Louise Herring; grandfather of 18 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. John was a 60-year member of Steamfitters #449 and a life member of the Marine Corps League. Also a member of the Military Order of Devil Dogs. John's proudest accomplishments were being a loving husband, father, Pappy, Steamfitter, and a Sergeant in the Marine Corps. Friends will be received Wednesday, August 9, 2017, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. in St. Irenaeus Catholic Church, Oakmont. Everyone please meet at the church. Interment to follow in All Saints Braddock Catholic Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to: www.englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MURPHY ELIZABETH A. (FRANCIS) ...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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MURPHY ELIZABETH A. (FRANCIS) Age 93, of Pittsburgh, passed away surrounded by her loving family on August 1, 2017. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on January 3, 1924, to William and Lillian Francis. Elizabeth is survived by her loving son, Donald James (Karen) Murphy; granddaughter, April D. Murphy; great-grandchildren, Vivian May Tofias, William and Elsie Carter; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, William H. and Lillian M. (Stroop) Francis; and her beloved husband of 75 years, James P. Murphy, Jr. Elizabeth was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. More recently, she enjoyed spending time with her great- grandchildren. Elizabeth was quite artistic and relished reading novels. Friends and family will be received on Wednesday from 2 - 4 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m. for a memorial visitation at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A Blessing Service will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home's chapel. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEINSTEIN BEVERLY P. HARLICH O...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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WEINSTEIN BEVERLY P. HARLICH On Thursday, August 3, 2017. Beloved wife of Jack Weinstein; devoted mother of Carter (Judi) Dutch, Laura (Elliot) Dinkin, Faith (David) Roseman and Jeffrey (Liz) Harlich; sister of the late Ruthie (late Louis) Sands. Also survived by eight grandchildren, three great- grandchildren and many dearly loved friends. SERVICES AND INTERMENT PRIVATE. Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CLAYPOOL BRADLEY O. AGE 37, OF...

August 6, 2017, 2:00 pm
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CLAYPOOL BRADLEY O. Age 37, of Penn Hills, passed unexpectedly on July 29, 2017. Son of Debra L. James and Orin Claypool; beloved father of Madison, Tori, Dylan, and Lylia Claypool; brother of Chad and Jacob Claypool. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 9, 2017, at 11 a.m. in Riverside Community Church, 401 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help offset funeral expenses. Arrangements entrusted to ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Oakmont, PA. Online condolences may be made to: englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FUSACCHIA ORLANDO L. AGE 91, P...

August 6, 2017, 7:00 pm
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FUSACCHIA ORLANDO L. Age 91, passed away peacefully with his family by his side. He was born February 27, 1926 in McKeesport. Son of the late Gesualdo and Angeline Fusacchia. He was the husband of the late Agnes (Kovac) Fusacchia. A hero, WWII navy veteran, distinguished discharge, followed by a lifetime of pursuing his craft, the greatest painter in the world. He worked two jobs, never took vacation or sick days, personified the world “sacrifice” in the name of giving his family the life we have now. He will be forever our hero. Orlando is survived by two daughters, Lee (Bill) McGraw, Linda (David) Duessel; and a son, Lance (Debi) Fusacchia. He is also survived by grandchildren, Laura, John (Joanne), David, James, Caroline, Anne and Scott. Friends will be received Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the WILLIAM H. CRAIG FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3000 Versailles Ave., McKeesport, PA 15132, William C. Craig Funeral Director. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday at 10:00 a.m. in North American Martyrs Church, Monroeville, PA, with Fr. Joseph Luisi officiating. (Please Meet At The Church). Burial with Navy Honors will be in Penn Lincoln Cemetery, North Huntingdon, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZANDIER PATRICIA (HILLERICH) A...

August 7, 2017, 2:00 pm
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ZANDIER PATRICIA (HILLERICH) Age 72, of Brentwood, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, August 5, 2017, after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife of the late Joseph P.; loving mother of Joseph R. (Linda) Zandier, Joyce (Eric) Borg and Richard (Maria) Zandier; proud grandmother of Emelia, Elena and Emmy Zandier, Ashley, Morgan and Nicholas Borg and Reis, Zane, Remy and Preston Zandier; daughter of the late Roy and Gertrude Hillerich; sister of Jean (Jim) Del Sole, Margie (Steve) St. Clair and the late Roy Hillerich and Louise (Stanley) Sherred; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews and their families. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Monday, August 7, 2017, 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Wendelin Church at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15205, in honor of the compassionate care provided by Dr. Diane Buchbacher. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LOVE BARBARA JANE (KONOLD) AGE...

August 7, 2017, 2:00 pm
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LOVE BARBARA JANE (KONOLD) Age 83, of Mount Lebanon, on Monday, August 7, 2017. Beloved wife for 56 years of Dr. John E. Love; devoted mother of Joseph F. Love, Mary L. (Carl) Bigenho and the late John E. Love, Jr.; loving grandmother of Jason, Matthew, Joshua David, Sarah Elizabeth Bigenho and the late Jimmy E. Love; great- grandmother of Kaiden; sister of Linda Fernekes; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, INC. 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, Wednesday from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service in Laughlin's Chapel, Thursday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment will be private. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARITZ JOSEPH T. OF MCKEES ROC...

August 7, 2017, 2:00 pm
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MARITZ JOSEPH T. Of McKees Rocks, born August 15, 1951, died peacefully August 6, 2017, at the age of 65, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, the late Joseph “Primo” and Mary Jane; loving companion of Dana Halkovitz; father of Mary Anne Maritz, Jolean (Shawn) Malarkey; grandfather of Kayli Fusarini, Kyala Malarkey, Joseph Malarkey; brother of Chas (Sandy) Maritz, the late Howard Carter and Raymond Carter. Special thanks to cousin, Ed Maritz. Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was a good brother and friend, who lived life to the fullest and will be missed. No services per Joe's wishes. Arrangements entrusted to the VALERIAN F. SZAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Helen St., McKees Rocks. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GIANFRANCESCO MARY MS. MARY GI...

August 7, 2017, 2:00 pm
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GIANFRANCESCO MARY Ms. Mary Gianfrancesco, age 89, of Cobbham Rd., Thomson, GA, entered into rest on Friday, June 16, 2017. Funeral Mass was held on Monday, June 19, 2017, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Thomson, GA. Burial was in St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery, Washington, GA. Ms. Gianfrancesco, daughter of the late Ralph and Mary Damiano DeFilippo, was a native of Pittsburgh, PA. She was preceded in death by her nine siblings. She retired from Rockwell International as an executive secretary. She had lived in Thomson, GA for the past eight years. Survivors include her son, Mark (Gino) Gianfrancesco and wife, Traci of Dacula, GA; daughter, Mary Grace Brooks and husband, Tim of Lincolnton, GA. She was blessed with six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHRAMM ALEXANDER D., MAJ. USA...

August 7, 2017, 2:00 pm
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SCHRAMM ALEXANDER D., Maj. USAF, Ret. Major Alexander D. Schramm, age 62, on Sunday, August 6, 2017. Son of the late Jack Henry Schramm and Jean Marie Schramm (née Brennan). Alex is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Jeanette Tyann Hollenbeck; his son, Mark A. Schramm, of Pittsburgh, PA, his daughter, Madison V. Schramm; and son-in-law, Dani K. Nedal, of Boston, MA; his brother, Jack Henry Schramm and family, of Ruckersville, VA, his brother, Henry Otto Schramm and family, of Philadelphia, PA; and faithful companion, his dog, Elvis. Major Schramm was a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, Class of 1977. He received his M.S. in Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Colorado in 1985. He served in the Air Force as a Telecommunications Engineer in a number of foreign and domestic posts, including at the Defense Communications Agency, the Pentagon, and at NATO South headquarters. After retiring from the Air Force, Major Schramm accepted a position at Union Switch and Signal in Pittsburgh where he served as a Director of Signal Engineering. He retired from Union Switch in 2015. He loved dogs, live music, photography, movies, and Pittsburgh. Friends received at MCCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, www.mccabebrothers.com, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside, on Wednesday, August 9, 2017, from 4-6 p.m. A private burial with full military honors will be held in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Alex's name to cholangiocarcinoma.org Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LESCHAK MICHAEL R. UNEXPECTEDL...

August 7, 2017, 2:00 pm
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LESCHAK MICHAEL R. Unexpectedly on Monday, August 7, 2017. Beloved husband of 34 years to Mary Agnes Leschak; also survived by loving family, Jeanne Marie (late Frank) Moffett, John (Peggy), Ronald (late Linda), and James (Wendy) Leschak; brother-in-law of Jane (John) Kotow. He dearly loved his nieces and nephews, Jessie (Adam) Jablonski, Holly, Ronnie, Madeline, and Hannah. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. SZAFRANSKI-EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie. Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Grace Church on Thursday at 10 a.m. Michael was a caring, dedicated teacher at Bishop Canevin High School for 37 years. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Bishop Canevin High School, 2700 Morange Rd., Pgh., PA 15205. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROWN RUTH I. ON SUN., AUG. 6,...

August 7, 2017, 2:00 pm
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BROWN RUTH I. On Sun., Aug. 6, 2017, wife of the late James H. “Brownie”; beloved mother of Patti (Jack) Milletary, Sheryl (Tony) Coccaro, Janet Hanzel, Tammy (Timothy) Foley and Jimmy Brown; also survived by ten grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Friends welcome Wed. 2-8 p.m. WM. SLATER & SONS, INC., 301 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington. Funeral Service Thurs. 11 a.m. Interment Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LENART DANIEL AGE 95, OF TRAFF...

August 7, 2017, 2:00 pm
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LENART DANIEL Age 95, of Trafford, died peacefully on August 6, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 6, 1922, in Trafford, the son of the late Stanley and Mary Lenart. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline, in 2014. Daniel is survived by his four sons, Daniel J. Lenart (Patricia) of Harrison City, Robert Lenart (Patricia) of South Fayette, James Lenart (Renee) of Monroeville and William Lenart of Erie; his eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; a brother, Edward Lenart (Toni) of Brentwood; and a sister, Wanda Czapor (Edward) of Bloomfield Hills, MI. Daniel was preceded in death also by his brothers, Stanley, Joseph, Frank; and a sister, Jenny Kuharski. Daniel worked at Westinghouse Electric in E. Pittsburgh for 42 years and retired as an Industrial Engineer. He was a lifelong member of St. Regis Church, Trafford and he served in several ministries including the Holy Name Society, the Knights of Columbus and parish council. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of William Penn Care Center and Heartland Hospice for their loving and compassionate care. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the JOHN M. DOBRINICK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 702 7th St. (St. Route 130), Trafford (412) 372-3111. Parting prayers will be at 9 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home, followed by a Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. in the St. Regis Church with Fr. David Nazimek as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Good Shepherd Cemetery, Monroeville. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. Regis Church Development Fund, 517 Homewood Ave., Trafford, PA 15085. www.dobrinickfhinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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