BARB CRAIG WILLIAM Of Hampton Township, PA, passed peacefully on September 24, 2017, at his home. He is survived by his sister, Fralett M. Sunderland; and his brother, Fraley B. Barb. Preceded in death by his wife, Sharon (Walschmidt); son, Craig W. II; grandson, Noah; brother, Gary M.; mother, Marylou; and father, Fraley. He had no viewing or services. Professional Services Trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD. (Blawnox) www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BECHMAN HARRY J., JR. ON WEDNE...
BECHMAN HARRY J., Jr. On Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Mary Kelly Bechman; father of Harry J. Bechman, III (Mary), Andrew K. Bechman (Maureen O'Brien), Janet B. Kiefer (Daniel), Judith A. Bechman and Susan B. Mackey (Felix); grandfather of Meghan, Neal and Ryan Bechman, Patrick and Kevin O'Brien Bechman, Christopher, Thomas and Jack Kiefer and Samantha, Teresa and Anthony Mackey; son of the late Harry and Teresa Heidenkamp Bechman; brother of the late Lucille McDonough and Vera Bream; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Sunday 1-7 p.m. Funeral Monday, Mass of Christian Burial, St. Bartholomew Church 10 a.m. Remembrances may be made to the Penn State Dance Marathon (www.THON.org) or Kids' Food Basket (www.kidsfoodbasket.org). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PENATZER BETTY J. (PENN) AGE 6...
PENATZER BETTY J. (PENN) Age 65, of Carnegie, on Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Wife of William A. Penatzer; daughter of the late Frank and Rhea (Leister) Penn; sister of Robert Penn and the late Janet Stackhouse. Friends are invited to call from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday at the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Avenue, Carnegie, where a Funeral Service will be held on Sunday at 4 p.m. leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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POWELL HELEN M. (KOZMINSKI) AG...
POWELL HELEN M. (KOZMINSKI) Age 95, of Wexford, formerly of Ross Township, on Tuesday October 17, 2017, passed peacefully surrounded by her family. Wife of the late Howard "Bud" Powell; beloved mother of Joyce (Lynn) Caldwell, Larry (the late Mary Jo) Powell, and Randy (Beth) Powell; sister of the late John, Tom, Chuck, and Jim Kozminski, and Harold Kozmin; grandmother of Scott, Michael, Lisa, Lauren, Bradley, and Brittany; also survived by eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Helen was a Ross Township crossing guard for 30 years. Friends and family received Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 10418 Perry Hwy., Wexford, PA 15090. Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 10 a.m. in the new St. Alexis Church, 10090 Old Perry Hwy., Wexford, PA 15090. If desired the family suggests memorials to Good Samaritan Hospice, 134 Marwood Rd., Cabot, PA 16023 or St. Alexis Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NOWICKI ROSE M. (HOLZWARTH) AG...
NOWICKI ROSE M. (HOLZWARTH) Age 85, of Overlook Green in Whitehall, formerly of Castle Shannon, on Tuesday, October 17, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Leo F. Nowicki, Jr.; devoted mother of Cynthia (Francis) Tobolski and Tamara (Martin) Witt; loving Mommom of Meghan (Michael), Sarah, Rebecca, Ashley, Martin (Katherine), and Zackery. Rose cherished spending time with her grandchildren. Friends will be welcomed at the LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 1008 Castle Shannon Boulevard, Castle Shannon, Sunday afternoon from 2:00 until 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Anne Church, Monday morning at 9:30. Interment Saint Anne Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Avenue Suite E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KNIPLING-BERGER SHIRLEY LORENE...
KNIPLING-BERGER SHIRLEY LORENE Shirley, age 90, passed away peacefully September 17, 2017, in Sun City Center, FL. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Col. Louis H. Knipling, Jr.; sisters, Norma Fleeharty, Joan Rouda, and a brother, Donald. She is survived by her loving brother, Ronald, of Wexford. Shirley was a Major in the Army Nurse Corps. A private Memorial Service will be held in Arlington National Cemetery with military honors. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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YOUNG GLADYS COLEMAN AGE 89, O...
YOUNG GLADYS COLEMAN Age 89, of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2017. Wife of the late Milton Skip Coleman and Henry C. Young; mother of Jacquelyn Jackie Wells Udin (Sala); grandmother of Eric (Maria) Wells and Andrea Wells; great-grandmother of Mariah, Melinda, and Quincy Wells; sister of Larry Mitchell, Melvin Mitchell, and the late Eleanor McQueen, Louise Hollis, Jack Mitchell, Selma Scott, Doris Davenport, Clisterine Dixon, Clarence Mitchell, Donald Mitchell, and John Mitchell; also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, godchildren, and friends. Visitation on Monday, October 23, 2017, from 4 - 8 p.m. in the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Funeral Service on Tuesday, October 24, 2017, at 11 a.m. Wesley Center A. M. E. Zion Church, 2701 Centre Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Interment Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TIERNEY JOHN JACK T. III, ES...
TIERNEY JOHN JACK T. III, Esq. John T. Tierney III, age 75, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2017, at Jefferson Hospital in Pittsburgh after extended illnesses. He had most recently been a resident of The Gardens of Lincoln Court in North Versailles, previously residing at Weinberg Terrace in Squirrel Hill. He was born in Pittsburgh on October 24, 1941, the son of John T. Tierney, Jr. and Marie Kaye Tierney. He was a graduate of Culver Military Academy ('59), Stanford University (Economics '63), and Georgetown University (Juris Doctor '68). He served as a 1st Lieutenant in the United States Army, Armored Division (Germany) from 1963-65. As a professional attorney, Jack was a member of both the Allgheny Bar Association and the Arizona Bar. He offered expertise as a trial attorney in the areas of personal injury, Antitrust, Securities, ERISA, and R.I.C.O litigation. He began his legal career in Pittsburgh with the law firm of Reed, Smith, Shaw, and McClay ('68-'80). He continued his profession in Phoenix, Arizona with the firm of Mohr, Hackett, Pederson, and Blakely ('80-'81) before progressing to the Arizona Attorney General's Office as Assistant Attorney General ('81-'82). He returned to Pittsburgh as an attorney with the firm Tarasi, Tighe, Tierney, and Johnson ('82-'87) before concluding his career with the firm Goldberg, Persky, Jennings, and White ('91-'14). As a member of this firm, Jack participated in the initiation of legal actions representing former NFL players who had been impacted by the degenerative brain disease of Chronic-Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). This litigation, combined with several other cases nationally, resulted in the class-action lawsuit recently ruled favorably for the Plaintiff's in Federal Court. Jack's love for horsemanship, fostered by his father's tutelage and ownership of horses, fulfilled him throughout his youth and adult life. While at Culver Military Academy, he was a member of the Black Horse Troop, and rode throughout his education at Stanford University. During his Law School years at Georgetown University, he was a member of their Polo Team. His life-long interest continued through his professional years as he rode Hunters, participated in Horse Shows, Fox Hunts, and Recreational riding. He is survived by his son, John T. Tierney IV, of Pittsburgh; and his sister, Mary Kaye Combes, of Naples, Florida; and his proficient Care Manager, Jeff Weinberg. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maureen M. Tierney ('08); his daughter, Jennifer M. Tierney ('12); and his parents, John T. Tierney, Jr. ('95) and Marie Kaye Tierney ('03). Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 22, 2017, from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at McCABE BROS. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, in Shadyside. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, in Shadyside, on the morning of Monday, October 23, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., followed by Burial in Calvary Cemetery, Hazelwood. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers, may be sent to the Culver Educational Foundation, 1300 Academy Road, Box 153, Culver, Indiana 46511. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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YAREMKO MICHAEL JOHN AGE 57, O...
YAREMKO MICHAEL JOHN Age 57, of Riverview, MI, formerly of Greenfield, passed away on July 2, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Julia (Haburchak) Yaremko. Beloved husband of Jan (Wisniewski); loving father of Kristofer (Juli) Mayotte, Katelyn (fiancé Jake) and Beau; dear brother of Patricia (Paul) Bojarski; proud uncle of Stephanie (Benjamin) Eyer and Kevin Bojarski. Also survived by many aunts, cousins and friends, as well as his extended Wisniewski in-law family. Michael will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A Memorial Mass will be held on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. in St. John Chrysostom Byzantine Catholic Church in Greenfield. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAWTHORNE SAYOKO MURAI AGE 91,...
HAWTHORNE SAYOKO MURAI Age 91, died peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, October 13, 2017, in Murrysville. She was born March 21, 1926, in Gumma Prefecture, Honshu, Japan, the daughter of the late Sakuji and Kiyo Murai. She married James Hawthorne on February 2, 1951, in Gumma Prefecture, Honshu, Japan. He preceded her in death. She is survived by her children and spouses, Walter (Candy) Hawthorne, William (Joanna) Hawthorne, daughters, Linda (John) Todaro, Marion (Eric) Kahle; and daughter-in-law, Deborah Hawthorne; beloved grandmother of Kimberly Hawthorne, Toby (Lee Ann) Hawthorne, Aaron (Rachel) Todaro, Stephanie (David) Ravnikar, Alexander (JoyLynn) Hawthorne, Tanisha and Alicia Hawthorne; cherished great-grandmother of David, Emily, Ethan, Kayla, Devon, Jordan, Mauri, Max, Wil, David John; and three great-great -grandchildren, Stephen, Madelyn and Landon. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, David; grandson, David, Jr.; great-grandson, Hunter and great-granddaughter, Sarah. The Memorial Service will take place on Thursday, October 19, 2017, at 5 p.m. at the Monroeville United Methodist Church, 219 Center Road, Monroeville, PA 15146. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CORBIN EDWARD D., JR. AGE 67, ...
CORBIN EDWARD D., Jr. Age 67, of Lower Burrell, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 19, 2017. Friends and family will be received from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at RJ SLATER IV FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 1000 Freeport Rd., New Kensington (724-335-0100). Prayers of transfer will take place at 9:30 a.m. Monday at the funeral home followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church. Please visit www.rjslater.com for a full obituary. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTIN ANDREW ANDY ALBERT DI...
MARTIN ANDREW ANDY ALBERT Died Friday, October 13, 2017, at his home in Denver, CO, at the age of 60, after a courageous struggle with cancer. A native of Rosslyn Farms, PA, he was the son of Derek (deceased) and Elizabeth Betsy Bell Martin. His beloved surviving family consists of his wife, Mary Ann Ranseen; his daughter, Maggie Ann Riley (Drew), his sons, Andrew Zachary and Dustin Robert, all Denver residents, and his mother of Pittsburgh. Others include his sister, Polly Coyle (Frank), of Ridgefield, CT, his brothers, Derek, of Pittsburgh, and Peter, of Richmond, VA; his brothers-in-law, Tom, of Nashville, TN and John (Lillian), of Lexington, KY; plus three nieces and seven nephews. Andy, a graduate of the University of Colorado, was President of First Bank but always found time to visit and help those in need. He gave generously and anonymously to many individuals and causes. Since his retirement, he trained and served as an emergency medical technician in Vail, CO where he and his co-worker once saved the life of a driver who skidded over an icy precipice. More recently he led bicycle tours in Arizona, Alabama, California, and Colorado. Always an athlete and an outdoorsman, Andy excelled at tennis, golf, skiing, mountain biking, and basketball. He spent many happy summers with his family at the cottage or in the boat on Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada. He will be remembered by his family and a myriad of friends for his kindness, his generosity, and his humor. A Service was held on Wednesday in Denver's Washington Park. Memorial contributions may be made to: http://www.askican.org/namedprograms/amartin.html. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAMILTON JOAN L. AGE 87, OF MC...
HAMILTON JOAN L. Age 87, of McMurray, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2017. She was the beloved wife of William R. Hamilton, Sr., for 69 wonderful years; loving mother of Sharon (the late Buck) Tharp, William R. (Susan) Hamilton, Jr., Timothy (Wendy) Hamilton, David (Jeanne) Hamilton, and the late Shan Marie Hamilton; dear grandmother of Christine Hamilton, Jennifer (Stan) Muscaro, Elizabeth Hamilton, Katherine Hamilton, and Kristi Lynn Hamilton; great-grandmother of Austin, Devon, Gianna, and Nikolas. Joan was a Model A and bingo enthusiast and a past Matron of the Eastern Star. Arrangements by BEINHAUER, 724-941-3211. Friends and family will be received from Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, PA, where a Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRANKO RONALD J. AGE 74, OF SO...
FRANKO RONALD J. Age 74, of South Park, passed away on October 19, 2017. Beloved husband of 49 years to Mary; loving father of Ronald, Jr., Christine (Jeff) Bywalski, and Catherine (Ron) Leonetti; cherished "Papa" of Tyler, Sam, Ryan, and Lauren; brother of Richard Franko. Ronald served in Vietnam as an Army S/Sgt. He loved to play golf and spent his spare time at home repairing old lawn equipment in summer, and he enjoyed sitting on the front porch with his feet propped up on the railing. Family and friends will be received on Sunday from 1-3 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at Nativity Catholic Church, 5811 Curry Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Interment to follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. Online condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GALANTE ELLEN G. (BRAHLER) ON ...
GALANTE ELLEN G. (BRAHLER) On Thursday, October 19, 2017, Ellen G. Galante (Brahler), of Emsworth, beloved wife of the late Salvatore A. Sam Galante; loving mother of Salvatore (Karen) Galante, Louis (Carolyn) Galante and Lorraine (Tony) Pecora; grandmother of Salvatore, Michael, Stephani, Jacquelyn, Louis, Joseph, Steven, Nicholas, Veronica, Rebecca and Dominic; great-grandmother of Jace, Carly and Kelsey; preceded in death by her brothers, Louis and Raymond; and sisters, Johanna and Lorraine. Ellen was retired from Holy Family, longtime member of Sacred Heart Church and Ladies Auxiliary, as well as various other clubs and community organizations. Friends received Sunday 12 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the McDONALD - LINN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE, LLC, 529 California Ave., Avalon, PA 15202. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 10:30 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church, Emsworth. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET IN CHURCH MONDAY MORNING AT 10:30. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Good Samaritan Hospice, 146 Neely School Rd., Wexford, PA 15090. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at www.mcdonald-linn.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEATTY ANTOINETTE TONI (VUKO...
BEATTY ANTOINETTE TONI (VUKOTICH) Age 92, formerly of Penn Hills, died peacefully on Thursday, October 19, 2017, at Asbury Heights. Beloved wife of the late Charles Vukotich and the late William K. Beatty; loving mother of Charles (Janet) Vukotich, Jr.; loving stepmother of William H. Beatty; grandmother of Charles Vukotich III (Alexis Papalia); and a second mother to niece, Mary (Bill) Barnhardt; and friend, Cathy Gottshalk. Special thanks to the staff of Asbury Heights for the excellent care that they provided over the last two and a half years. Visitation Monday 2-7:30 p.m. at WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Road at Rodi Road, Penn Hills, followed by Liturgy of Christian Burial without Mass 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Private Interment. Memorial Mass Friday 1:30 p.m. at Hickman Chapel, Asbury Heights, 700 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions may be made in memory of Toni Beatty to the Asbury Foundation, 700 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CROMBIE MARGARET T. PEGGY (S...
CROMBIE MARGARET T. PEGGY (SHANAHAN) Age 85, passed peacefully on Thursday, October 19, 2017, formerly of Swissvale. Devoted wife of the late George Carlin Crombie; loving mother of Susan M. (Robin) Walter, of Brownsburg, IN, Thomas G. (Trisha) Crombie, of Naples, FL, Erin M. Crombie, of Point Breeze, and Mary Beth (John) Hoffman, of Murrsyville, PA; cherished nuna of Sean (Heather), Carlin, Nick, Brydie, Gracey, Rosie, Natalie, and Lily; dear sister of Catherine Welsh, Joann Talerico, and Charles Shanahan, and the late Mary Agnes Harrington and George Shanahan; also many loving nieces and nephews. Peggy danced her way into everyone's heart. She spread love and laughter to all those she met. Her grace, class, and love will transcend time. Friends received Sunday 1-8 p.m. at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial in Word of God Church, Monday 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to The Red Door St. Mary's of Mercy, 202 Stanwix St., Pgh., PA 15222 or Alzheimer's Association of Pittsburgh, 1106 Liberty Ave., Suite E. 201, Pgh., PA 15222. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MURPHY JOSEPH FORMERLY OF BEN ...
MURPHY JOSEPH Formerly of Ben Avon, on Thursday, October 19, 2017, Mr. Murphy was the beloved son of the late Joseph Patrick and Ethel M. Davis Murphy; brother of Patricia Murphy of Harmar Twp., Lois M. Lewis (David) of Shaler Twp., and the late Betty Lewis, Jack Murphy; also survived by nieces and nephews. Celebrate Mr. Murphy's life with his family on Monday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rte. 8, Shaler Twp., where services will be held on Monday at 10:30 a.m. The family respectfully requests donations be made to United Cerebral Palsy, 1501 Ardmore Blvd. #102, Pittsburgh, PA 15221. Leave condolences at .permanfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUBIN GERALD L. "JERRY" ON TUE...
RUBIN GERALD L. "JERRY" On Tuesday, October 17, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Ethel Rubin; companion of Lois Waldman; devoted father of Shirley (Sandy) Goppman and Ronna Rubin; brother of the late Rheda Saxe; loving grandfather of Steven and Gina Goppman; also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Jerry was grateful for the care provided by Home Instead as well as Danielle from the JAA. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Sunday, October 22, 2017, at 1 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to services, (12 Noon - 1 p.m.). Interment Adath Jeshurun Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Riverview Towers, 52 Garetta Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. www.schugar.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEPCIC JAMES G. AGE 85, OF LIB...
SEPCIC JAMES G. Age 85, of Liberty Borough, died Thursday, October 19, 2017. He was born March 3, 1932, in Braddock and was the son of the late Stephen and Milka "Mildred" Krajacic Sepcich. He was a member of the Liberty Presbyterian Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars, The US Navy Memorial Association, American Legion, D.A.V., V.F.W., Croatian Federation of America, and was a former Liberty Borough Volunteer Fire Fighter. James was a US Navy Veteran of the Korean War. He served on the Battleship New Jersey. For his service, he received the National Defense Medal, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, and the China Service Medal. He was retired from the US Steel Edgar Thompson Works. He was the loving husband of Peggy Page Comer Sepcic; devoted father of Laura Ann Mierow, of Wauwatosa, WI, Christine Marie Napotnik, of Gibsonia, Rebecca S. (Lee) Miller, of Phoenix, AZ, Robert G. Neal and Stephen L. Neal, of North Huntingdon, and James D. Neal, of White Oak; compassionate "Pap Pap" of Aubrianna and Georgena Mierow, Adam Napotnik, Ryan Polito, Ashlee Miller, Robert G. Neal, Jr., and Stephen L. Neal, Jr.; beloved brother of Elizabeth Basista, of FL; and had many great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, Joseph, brothers, John, Larry, and Charles, and sisters, Barbara, Mary, Katherine, and Rosella. Friends are welcome Sunday, October 22, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8:00 p.m. at the GILBERT FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, (412) 672-6322, Troy J. Gilbert, Director. Service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, October 23, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. Entombment with Military Honors will follow in the Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, Inc., North Huntingdon. Memorial contributions may be made to Liberty Presbyterian Church at (412) 673-2235 or The US Navy Memorial Association at (202) 380-0760. Condolences may be made at gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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