PARKER DONALD J., SR. Age 76, of Clarksville, died Tuesday, July 2, 2013, at home, with his family by his side. He was born February 8, 1937 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late William H. and Waltrude McGowan Parker. Mr. Parker was a 1955 graduate of Carrick High School. Don spent most of his career in law enforcement and security; having worked with the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Mt. Lebanon Township Police Department, Peters Township Police Department, a PA State Constable for Jefferson Township and for the PA Regional Assistant Manager for Tri-Corps Security. Mr. Parker also spent 10 years traveling with his daughter Julie in support of anti-drug and alcohol campaigns in schools nationwide. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #91 Pittsburgh, the Blue Knights and Patriots Motorcycle Organizations. Friends and family will be received from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday in the BEHM FUNERAL HOMES INC., 1477 Jefferson Road, Jefferson, Gregory P. Rohanna, supervisor, where funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 6, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Condolences may be expressed online at: www.behm-funeralhomes.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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brenes gilbert, md 78, of che...
BRENES GILBERT, MD 78, of Cheswick, PA on July 2, 2013. A dedicated physician for more than 40 years, he served as Medical Director of the Spinal Cord Injury Program at Harmarville Rehabilitation Center from 1976-2005. Beginning in 2006, he moved to UPMC Mercy Institute of Rehabilitation where he continued to treat patients. Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Brenes was the recipient of numerous awards, active in clinical research and a contributor to medical journals. He was an active supporter and board member of the HOPE Network, a non-profit organization that promotes community integration of people with physical disabilities and chronic health conditions through sports and recreation programs and services. The youngest of ten siblings; he is survived by wife, Diane Erdelack Brenes; stepchildren, Leslie and Kevin Erdelack; he is the father through a previous marriage (Grace Brenes) to Ivan (Sayumi) Brenes of Kobe, Japan, and Kathia (Charles) Kennedy of Pittsburgh, PA; proud grandfather of Gracie and Alex Kennedy, and Nina and Ami Brenes. Friends and relatives will be received on Saturday, July 6, 2013 and Sunday, July 7, 2013 from 2-9 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave. Oakmont. (412) 828-3535. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, July 8, 2013, 11 a.m., St. Richard Catholic Church, 3841 Dickey Road, Gibsonia, 15044. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to HOPE Network, attention: Mr. John Sikora, P.O. Box 11460, 320 Guys Run Road., Pittsburgh, PA 15238 or WQED, attention: Mr. Josh Lily, 4802 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Visit us online at: www.burket-truby.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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pastor leo j. of scott townsh...
PASTOR LEO J. Of Scott Township, age 95, passed away peacefully at Country Meadows in Bridgeville on July 2, 2013. Leo was born in 1918 in Carnegie and lived his early life there. He leaves behind his high school sweetheart and beloved wife, Marguerite, just shy of their 70th wedding anniversary; he was a wonderful loving father to Craig (deceased) and Judy. A member of the "greatest generation", Leo was a WWII Army veteran. He managed several A & P grocery stores in the Pittsburgh area for many years, and later directed the Central Supplies Department of the Chartiers Valley School District. Leo's life-long passion was golf. His longevity is attributed to many a morning spent walking the hills of South Park Municipal Golf Course, as well as many winters of golfing in Destin, Florida. Leo will be remembered as a terrific golfer, good neighbor, loving husband, and great Dad. Memorial service will be held July 11 at 10:30 a.m. Country Meadows, 3570 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, Bldg. 2 , Chapel. Arrangements entrusted to LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, Carnegie. www.leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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young charles j. 74, of espyvi...
YOUNG CHARLES J. 74, of Espyville, died July 3, 2013. He was the son of the late Harry and Dorothy Smith Young. Survivors include a son, Aaron Young (Janet); a daughter, Lori Young; a grandson, Vincent Krivacek-Young; a brother, William J. Young; two sisters-in-law, Doris Sainato of Clarendon and Dorothy Welsh of Munhall. He was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Nancy A. (Kirtz) Young; his parents; and a sister-in-law, Virginia Johns. As per his request, services will be private. royalcolemanfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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cudvat richard e. rick/big ea...
CUDVAT RICHARD E. RICK/BIG EARL Age 46, of Lawrenceville, on Tuesday, July 2, 2013. Husband of Sharon R. (McManus) Cudvat; father of Amber, Ricky, Cheyenne and the late Ashley Marie Cudvat; grandfather of Nakiah, Kylee and Ricky Cudvat, Jr.; son of William and Carol (Osburn) Cudvat; brother of Renee Cudvat (Mario DeVito), Shawn and the late Jeffrey Cudvat; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th St., Lawrenceville, Friday 2 till time of Service at 8 p.m. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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satcho helen 90, of kennedy tw...
SATCHO HELEN 90, of Kennedy Twp., on Wed., July 3, 2013. Loving wife of 45 years to the late James P. Satcho; beloved mother of Richard L. (the late Arlene) Satcho; cherished grandmother of Rick (Tracy) Satcho; great-grandmother of Chance, Rylee and Phoebe. Family will receive friends at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp., FRIDAY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., with a Service at 7:30 p.m. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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bernick leona wigand of mcke...
BERNICK LEONA WIGAND Of McKeesport, died on June 17, at 75 years old. Leona is survived by mother, Blanche Skoczylas Wigand Ciochio (Irwin); sister, Faith Hunt (McKeesport); daughter, Lauren (Richard) Bernick; and grandson, Nicholaus (VA); and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by father, Leo Whitey Wigand (FL); and brother, John (Pat) Wigand (TX). Cremation services were entrusted to the GILBERT FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC., Boston, Elizabeth Twp., Pennsylvania. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. Condolences may be left at: Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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wharton joan dreyer 81, of fra...
WHARTON JOAN DREYER 81, of Franklin Park, passed away at her home on July 2, 2013. Wife of the late Richard M. Wharton. Mother of Carol Burkhart of Shaler Twp., Terry (Tony) Maranuk of Franklin Park, and Laurie Lutz (Craig Snatchko) of Franklin Park; also survived by seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Friends will be received at the RICHARD D. COLE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 328 Beaver Street, Sewickley, PA 15143 on Friday, July 5, 2013 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where Services will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Contributions may be made to the Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Ave., Pgh., PA 15213. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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bach fred p. "fritz" age 95 of...
BACH FRED P. "FRITZ" age 95 of West View, peacefully on Tuesday, July 2, 2013. Beloved husband of 75 years of Ruth (Duermeyer) Bach; loving father of Judy (Frank) Jansen and Bonnie (Mark) King; cherished grandfather of Jeffrey, Michele, David, Eric, Shana and Michael; dear great-grandfather of Kevin, Benjamin, Olivia, David, Ella, Asher, Lincoln, Michael Tyler and Colton. Visitation Thursday and Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 388 Center Avenue in West View 15229. Burial will be private, but all are invited to a memorial service on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. at West View United Methodist Church, Cornell & Princeton Avenues in West View. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to West View United Methodist Church or Forbes Hospice, West Penn Hospital, 4800 Friendship Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Please pay tribute at www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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ponce gloria j. "glo" suddenly...
PONCE GLORIA J. "GLO" Suddenly in her sleep on Tuesday, July 2, 2013, at age 31, of the North Hills. Darling daughter of Rossanne (Reid) and Jose R. Ponce, (deceased); beloved sister, Elena M. Ponce (Douglas Hedderman); cherished niece of Glenellyn Reid. Also survived by very many dear and loving friends. Family and friends received at 2 p.m. until time of service at 7 p.m. Friday in the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME INC., 1032 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp., 412-364-4444. Condolences may be expressed at www.brandtfuneralhome.com. Private family burial will take place at a later date. Family suggests memorials to the Animal Rescue League. Glo now has the opportunity to take a walk with her "Daddy". Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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burkey david andrew age 49, of...
BURKEY DAVID ANDREW Age 49, of Cranberry Twp., PA on Saturday, June 29. Beloved, devoted and loving husband of Tracey for 20 years and father of Teagan and McKenna. David Andrew is also survived by parents, David and Suzanne; brothers, Chris Burkey (Michelle), Eric Burkey, Stephen Burkey (Angel); sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Wendy and Brian Pietrangelo; and many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and extended family. Dave was an incredibly kind and wonderful husband and father dedicated to his family and friends. He was loved and admired by all that touched his life and will be sadly missed by many. The family will receive friends Friday, July 5, 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-9:00 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME of CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Rd., 724-772-8800. Mass of Christian Burial at Saint Kilian's located at 7076 Franklin Road, Cranberry Twp., Sat. 11:00 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the David Burkey Children's Education Memorial Fund and mailed to PNC Bank, 200 Roxsan Drive, Mars, Pennsylvania 16046 Attention: Daniel Witas. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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rellich helene zura age 84, of...
RELLICH HELENE ZURA Age 84, of Bridgeville, on Sunday, June 30th, passed peacefully at her home. Born January 5, 1929, she was the youngest child of Michael and Sophie Zura. She was a graduate of South Fayette Township High School and the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy. Her long time career as a beautician spanned many years at the Touch of Class Beauty Salon in Mt. Lebanon and she retired from there. She also volunteered for many years at St. Clair Hospital and was a caregiver to a very close friend. A lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers fan, Helene also enthusiastically followed local sporting events. She was an avid reader and enjoyed playing the lottery. Helene married Morse Rellich on June 28, 1952, and they resided in Bridgeville until his death in 1996; she was also preceded in death by her parents; brothers Peter Zura and Andrew Zura; and sisters Anna Klinger, Rose M. Bessemer, Marie Cole, Lillian Lehman and Sophie Nadeja; she is survived by her sister, Judy Watson; numerous nieces and nephews along with many friends. She will be missed by all, particularly by her niece, Lynn Cherry, who became her primary caregiver in her later years. No visitation or services, arrangements entrusted to the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME INC., Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in McMurray. View and send condolences at www.warcholfuneralhome.com If desired memorial donations may be made in her honor in support of the Arthritis Foundation, 790 Holiday Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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bryant james robert passed awa...
BRYANT JAMES ROBERT Passed away peacefully, on July 1, 2013. Beloved husband of Diane; father of Anthony, James, Jr. (Pamela), Dawn, Charles (Judy), and Kenneth (Mary). He also leaves behind grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. Many knew Robert as Deacon Bryant. He was a hardworking and passionate family man, especially with his grandchildren. Visitation Friday, July 5, 2013, 4-8 p.m., at HOUSE OF LAW, INC., Penn Hills. Funeral Service Saturday 10 a.m. at Lincoln Ave. Church of God, East Liberty. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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feitl florence m. (keller) jul...
FEITL
FLORENCE M. (KELLER)
July 4, 1929 - July 4, 2003
Those we love, don't go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed, and very dear. Happy 84th Birthday. Forever in our Hearts
Love, Your Children and Grandchildren
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nicholas lorraine 64, of edgew...
NICHOLAS LORRAINE 64, of Edgewood, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 1, 2013. Daughter of Louis Juanita and James Jenkins; beloved wife of James Nicholas; devoted mother of Eric, Dawn, and Tanya Nicholas; grandmother of Jason, Jalen, Aidan and Christina; she survived by seven sisters and a host of nieces, nephews and dear friends. Friends received Friday 4-8 p.m. at RAPP FUNERAL HOME, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pgh, PA 15235, 412-241-5415. Services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Greater Emmanuel Apostolic Faith Church, 518 Braddock Ave., Braddock PA, 15104. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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lavelle robert r. 10/4/15 - 7/...
LAVELLE
ROBERT R.
10/4/15 - 7/4/10
Three years ago today, we lost our loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and best friend. There's not a day that goes by that we don't think about you. You're always in our thoughts; forever in our hearts; we love and miss you.
The Lavelle Family.
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spena domenico 79, of kennedy ...
SPENA DOMENICO 79, of Kennedy Twp., on Friday, June 28, 2013. Loving husband of the late Julia (Abate) Spena; beloved father of Fran Dalton and Rudy Spena; grandfather of Michael Brasko and Melissa McCoy; also survived by two great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp., FRIDAY, 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at St. Mark's Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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preskar edward william sept. 1...
PRESKAR
EDWARD WILLIAM
Sept. 18, 1928 - July 4, 2012
Forever In Our Hearts,
Your Loving Family
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shultz anna danielle infant d...
SHULTZ ANNA DANIELLE Infant daughter of Louis Edwin Shultz, Jr. and Carrie Ann Oliver Shultz of Joffre, PA, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2013 in Magee Women's Hospital, Pittsburgh. In addition to her parents, she is survived by paternal grandparents, Louis Edwin Shultz, Sr. and Roseann Shultz of Bulger, PA; maternal grandparents, Chuck and Cindy Oliver of Weirton; three aunts, Casey Oliver, Rosetta (Dave) McConaghy, Cheri Shultz and two cousins, Martin and Jessica. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weirton with Rev. Fr. Larry W. Dorsch as celebrant. Interment will be held privately at the convenience of Anna's family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Paul Roman Catholic Church Memorial Fund. Share tributes and memories at: www.grecohertnick.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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hupert george f. peacefully, o...
HUPERT GEORGE F. Peacefully, on July 3, 2013, George, age 87, of Shaler. Beloved husband of the late Irene (Lasek); loving father of Mary Judith (Jeff) Keast, Marietta Hupert, Marsia Blackwell (TX), Dr. Mark Hupert; and the late Marissa; devoted Judji of Alexis Blackwell; brother of Vee, Aileen, Dolly, Sr., Celeste, Irene, and the late Thomas, Jr. and Antoinette; also survived by loving nieces, nephews, cousins and good friends. Family and friends are welcomed at the JOHN N. ELACHKO FUNERAL HOME, 3447 Dawson St. (Oakland), FRI. ONLY 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Sat. 10:00 a.m. in Holy Spirit Parish, Millvale. Interment St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Visit George's Memorial website at: elachko.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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