MONATH DONNA L. Age 86, of West Newton, on Monday, November 13, 2017. Mother of Michael Monath and wife, Karen; grandmother of Michele Curcio and husband, Nick, Christine Bashur and husband, Miles, Sarah Anderson and husband, Ian, and Hayley Puskaric and husband, Tommy; great- grandmother of Saige, Jayden, Kennedy, Alex, Roman, Reese, Gavin, and Sloan. Friends will be received 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at the J. WILLIAM MCCAULEY, JR. FUNERAL HOME, INC., 901 Vine St., West Newton, where Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday. Interment in West Newton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Condolences may be left: mccauleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KLIONSKY BERNARD LEON Bernard Leon Klionsky MD, of Sq. Hill, passed away on November 12, 2017. Bernie was born in Binghamton, NY on October 8, 1925. He was preceded in death by his beloved Esther, his bride of 66 years. Bernie is survived by Nina (Leon), Matthew (Susan), Ruth (Steven), and Dan (Janee); as well as grandchildren and a great-grandchild. A native of Binghamton, NY, his childhood companions included a future Federal Judge, Ike Margolis, as well as television writer and actor Rod Sterling. Admitted to Harvard at the age of 16, Bernie completed three years of school before entering into the wartime service of his country and becoming one of The Greatest Generation. At the time the United States secret technology was Radar. At the beginning of the war only 79 sets had been installed on naval vessels. There was a great need to train men on radar maintenance and repair. Clearly, thousands of sets would be needed and men to maintain and repair those sets. The Navy sought qualified candidates through the EDDY Exam. Of some 500,000 men to take the exam only 30,000 ultimately finished the intense program to qualify as specialists. Bernie was one of those men. A graduate of Hahnemann Medical College, Dr. Klionsky became the Directory of Laboratories at Magee- Women's Hospital and Professor of Pathology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical School. He created a centralized system of clinical laboratories for all the hospitals affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh. His research included isolating and characterizing the chemical structure of the stored lipid in a rare metabolic disease. He was a technological innovator introducing computers into his laboratories. Dr. Klionsky was for many years the Vice-Chairman of the Department of Pathology and President of the Department's practice plan. During a 1974 sabbatical he set up a Department of Pathology for the New Ben Gurion Medical School at Beersheba in Israel. Amongst his numerous accomplishments were the invention of the open-top cryostat for rapid diagnosis of tissues from the operating room, forever changing surgical pathology. Instead of applying for a patent the cryostat designs were sent to two manufacturers so the device could be manufactured and sold for a lower price. Versions of the design are still in use today. In addition, he identified the chemical structure of the lipid in tissues of patients with Fabry's disease, and contributed to the understanding of the pathogenesis of yellow hyaline membrane disease and the associate low bilirubin kernicterus, present at autopsy in many premature infants. His collaboration with his clinicians and contributions to the understanding of the biochemistry brought an end to those conditions. A lifetime supporter of the arts and a passionate supporter of the State of Israel, Dr. Klionsky established a charitable foundation that will continue to support his vision of the way people should humanely interact with each other. Graveside Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, at Homewood Cemetery at 3:30 p.m. Arrangements were entrusted to the GESHER HACHAIM JEWISH BURIAL SOCIETY. Contributions can be made to YPS Synagogue, 6404 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217 or to The Klionsky Family Science and Literature Scholarship established at The American Hebrew Academy Co/ The American Hebrew Academy , 4334 Hobbs Road, Greensboro, NC 27410. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FINKBEINER ANTHONY SAMUEL, JR....
FINKBEINER ANTHONY SAMUEL, Jr. Anthony Samuel Finkbeiner Jr., 32, of West Palm Beach, Florida, formerly of Pittsburgh, entered into Eternal rest on November 8, 2017. Anthony is survived by his loving parents, Tony, Sr. and Donna; beloved brother of Shawna (Nicholas) Brennfleck, Krystal Finkbeiner and Kayla Finkbeiner; cherished uncle of Brayden Brennfleck and Baby Brennfleck; loved grandson of Beatrice (the late Albert) Allemang and Carl (Estella) Finkbeiner; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Anthony was an avid fan of all sports, he loved the beach, fishing and NASCAR. Above all, his greatest love was for his family. He will be dearly missed. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Blessing Service will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Funeral Home's Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your local Boys and Girls Club. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SHUTY JAMES JIM MICHAEL, SR....
SHUTY JAMES JIM MICHAEL, Sr. Passed away peacefully, with his loving wife by his side, Saturday, November 11, 2017, in their Farrell, PA residence. He was 75. Jim was born in Sewickley, PA on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 1941, the youngest son of Anna (Kropf) and Andrew E. Shuty. He grew up in McKees Rocks, PA and graduated from North Allegheny High School. He attended the University of South Dakota on a baseball scholarship and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Geneva College, Beaver Falls, PA. Jim was the owner-operator of two surveying companies, Shuty Surveyors and Associates, Allegheny County, PA, and Northern Surveyors, Butler County, PA. Shuty Surveyors' numerous projects included, bridges, interstate highway construction, UPMC hospitals, power plants, Greater Pittsburgh Airport construction, and the coal industry in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. However, the main thrust of his company was subdivision and land development. While Jim lived in Slippery Rock, PA, he devoted his time to the baseball programs as coach and manager, and he was on the Board of Directors of the mini-midget football program. He always enjoyed Pittsburgh professional sports teams. His passion, next to his wife, Janice, was the outdoors - hunting, fishing, admiring wildflowers, and identifying wildlife. Jim and his wife, Janice, have lived on Virginia's Eastern Shore for the last fifteen years where he continued his pursuit of hunting and fishing. He was quite successful in flounder fishing winning numerous tournaments, and at the age of 72 got the largest deer of his 60 year hunting career. He loved the Eastern Shore calling the people the friendliest he had ever met. In Jim's words he had a great life. Besides his parents, preceding him in death were his first wife, the former Eleanor Tilp; and his brothers, Richard and Ed. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, the former Janice Bindas Morgenstern; and the children and grandchildren they shared, James, Katie, Ben, and Clarissa Shuty; Jeff and Kara Shuty, all of Slippery Rock; Jason, Lindsey and Eleanor Shuty, Columbia, South Carolina; Jason, Beth and Sadie Morgenstern, Camp Hill, PA; Chris, Christy, Rachel and Ryder Morgenstern, Dillsburg, PA. Jim was well loved and will be greatly missed. Friends will be received at the SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 421 New Castle St., Slippery Rock, PA 16057, on Saturday, November 18, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon when there will begin a Service of remembrance led by Pastor Bob Mathias. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Diabetes Association www.diabetes.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCGARVEY THOMAS JOSEPH TJ AG...
McGARVEY THOMAS JOSEPH TJ Age 74, of Upper St. Clair, peacefully passed away on Monday, November 13, 2017. Beloved husband of Jean (Fiori) McGarvey for 48 years; loving father of Kathleen McGarvey, Timothy McGarvey, Maureen (David) Shaw, and Conor (Tabitha) McGarvey; proud grandfather of Lidia Rose Shaw, Finnian Thomas McGarvey, Maeve Colleen McGarvey, and soon arrival of baby McGarvey. TJ was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Mildred McGarvey; and his brother, Edward Herk McGarvey. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, brothers, and sisters-in-law whom he loved dearly. TJ was an Iron Worker in Local 3, Head of Labor Relations in Allegheny County, an Adjunct Professor at several local universities, and Labor relations specialists at GES. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. After Vietnam, TJ raised money for various Veterans organizations, and was a member of the Friends of Danang. TJ received many awards for his volunteer work. He spoke in front of the U.S. Senate for the victims of Agent Orange and their families. TJ was one of founders of the Vietnam Veterans Leadership Program, and president for both Vietnam Veterans Monument Committees in the North Shore and Upper St. Clair. TJ was an advocate for all veterans. He was a lover of classic cars and his friendships with classic car cruisers. He was a longtime member and football coach at St. Louise de Marillac. TJ also had an immense devotion to the Rosary and a strong Catholic faith. Most of all, TJ will be remembered for his kindness, compassion and love. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER. Friends and Family are welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211, Wednesday 6-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday 10:30 a.m. in St. Louise de Marillac Church. Interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Guardian Angel Medical Service Dogs, 150 Hillside Dr., Bethel Park, PA 15102 or Vietnam Veterans, Inc., P.O. Box 97765, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JENKINS LUKE J. AGE 24, OF DUQ...
JENKINS LUKE J. Age 24, of Duquesne, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2017. Born in Pittsburgh, July 25, 1993, he was the son of Scott and Erin (McDermitt) Jenkins, Sr. In addition to his parents, he is also survived by a brother, Scott Jenkins, Jr.; and a sister, Hannah Jenkins; maternal grandfather, James McDermitt; and paternal grandparents, Doris and Thomas Jenkins. Family and friends will be received in the WILLIAM S. SKOVRANKO MEMORIAL HOME, INC., Richford and Commonwealth Avenue, Duquesne, on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 from 3 p.m. until time of Services at 6 p.m. Sendcondolencespost-gazette.com/gb
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YODER ROBERT R. AGE 79, F DUQU...
YODER ROBERT R. Age 79, f Duquesne, died peacefully on Sunday November 12, 2017 in Kane Regional, McKeesport. Born in Duquesne, March 7, 1938, he was the son of the late Edwin and Margaret (Weber) Yoder. He was the beloved husband of the late Sandra K. (Troutman) Yoder. He is survived by a son, Robert A. (Kelly) Yoder; two sisters, Flora (August) Pomocki and Cookie Yoder; two granddaughters, Alyssa and Kelsey McKee; a great grandson, Eli Chonko; and four nephews. Mr. Yoder was a retired foreman for Cametco Briquetting Plant in Duquesne. Family and friends will be received in the WILLIAM S. SKOVRANKO MEMORIAL HOME, INC., Richford and Commonwealth Avenue, Duquesne, on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Blessing will be offered in the Memorial Home on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. and will be followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon in Holy Name Church, Duquesne. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills, PA. Sendcondolencespost-gazette.com/gb
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FARRELL EUGENE T. AGE 83, OF O...
FARRELL EUGENE T. Age 83, of Oakmont, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 13, 2017. Beloved husband of Susan Farrell (Pernice); loving father of Mary Katherine (Marty) Pronio, Megan Farrell, and Christopher (Dr. Kate) Farrell; dear grandfather of Joseph, Eugene, and Susan Pronio, and Conor and Cameron Farrell. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary Farrell; and brothers, Joseph, Richard, Thomas, James, and John Farrell. Gene was an alumnus of Central Catholic High School and founding member of its golf team. His love for golf began in Schenley Park where he would play with his father. Throughout the years, he became an accomplished golfer and club champion at Churchill Valley Country Club and at Oakmont Country Club, where he was a member for over 40 years. A devout Roman Catholic, Gene was loved by his family and many close friends. Friends will be received Thursday, November 16, 2017, from 4-7 p.m. at ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, November 17, 2017, at 10 a.m. in St. Irenaeus Catholic Church, Oakmont, PA. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. A private interment will be in Verona Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Eugene's name to St. Irenaeus Saint Vincent de Paul Society. Online condolences may be made to: englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEEWALD ROBERT DIED ON HIS 70T...
SEEWALD ROBERT Died on his 70th birthday in his home, surrounded by his wife and four children, a legacy to the way he lived his life. He lived a good and full life-filled with family, friends, Judaism and work. Robbie took incredible joy in his family especially his eight grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Andrea; children, Scott (Stacey) Seewald of Upper St. Clair, Rachel (Michael) Golden of Mount Lebanon, Sarah (Jon) Sussman of Boston and Alisa (Jonah) Paul of Point Breeze; his brother, Mark (Debbie) of Mount Lebanon; and numerous nieces. The funeral service will be Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Congregation Poale Zedeck, 6318 Phillips Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. Arrangements were entrusted to the GESHER HACHAIM JEWISH BURIAL SOCIETY. Donations can be made in his memory to Congregation Poale Zedeck. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KRAL ROBERT F. AGE 88 OF MONRO...
KRAL ROBERT F. Age 88 of Monroeville, PA passed peacefully at home on November 12, 2017. Beloved husband of 62 years to Betty D. (Maggiore) Kral; loving father of Janice (William) Santini of Dallas, TX, Karen (Randal) Schram of South Park, and Robert A. Kral of Monroeville; cherished grandfather of Jennifer (Nick) Loyless, Kristen Santini, Melissa (Michael) Jarzomski and Lindsey Schram; predeceased by his three siblings: James Kral, Edward (Francis) Kral, Jr. and Evelyn (Frank) Wible; in-law to Matt (Virginia) Maggiore and Louis (Bettie) Maggiore. Bob was a devoted and caring person to his family and friends, and was loved by all. Family and friends will be received Thursday, November 16, 2017, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL), corner of Beatty Rd. and 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernadette Parish Friday 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. The family would like to acknowledge all the love and support from his caregivers over the years. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LENNING POLLY G. AGE 91, OF PI...
LENNING POLLY G. Age 91, of Pittsburgh, passed away on November 13, 2017. Wife of the late Warren A. Lenning; mother of Kevin Bernard Lenning (Renee); sister of the late Minnie S. White, Catherine James, Hazel Scott-Twilla, Mary Thompson, Sadie Mae Toliver and Samuel Gavins Jr.; grandmother of Tamara Van Meter (William), Sonja Lenning and Brendan Lenning; great-grandmother of Ava and Mikhael Van Meter; also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 12 p.m. in the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Interment Restland Memorial Park Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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POTOCHNIK HELEN F. (O'BLOCK) A...
POTOCHNIK HELEN F. (O'BLOCK) Age 84, lifelong resident of Plum, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 13, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Louis J. Potochnik, Sr.; loving mother of Louis J. Potochnik, Jr., Donna L. (late John) Kelly and Diane L. (Martin) Dee Dee Girard; grandmother of Kristopher Kelly, Olivia Gerard and Matthew Girard; sister of Ruth M. (late Louis) Grant and June E. (late Jerry) Merola; daughter of the late Anthony and Teanie (Funfer) O'Block; also survived by nieces and nephews. Helen loved listening to polka music on Saturday's radio programs and always enjoyed the polka dances she attended. Friends received 2-8 p.m. Thursday at MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME, 7663 Saltsburg Rd. (across from S & T Bank), Plum, PA 15239. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, 12 p.m., St. John the Baptist R. C. Church. Interment will follow in Plum Creek Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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USLICK MARGARET A. (SABOLIC) A...
USLICK MARGARET A. (SABOLIC) Age 82, of Harmar Township, passed away on Monday morning, November 13, 2017 in Oakmont Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. Born in Harmarville on April 30, 1935, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Catherine (Martinac) Sabolic; loving mother of Edward (Melissa) Uslick of Charlotte and Mary Kay Uslick of Harmar Township; sister of the late Ann Colbaugh, Kay Shuty, Helen Krecek, Joseph Sabolic, and Michael Mickey Sabolic; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and many friends, especially Laura Moore. Margaret was of Croation heritage, enjoying the music, picnics, food and her friends. She enjoyed playing 500 cards and poker and was a member of the Penguins Boosters. Friends and relatives will be received on Thursday, November 16, 2017 from 2-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Funeral Service Friday, November 17, 2017, 10 a.m. in the funeral home with Rev. Donnie Marsh officiating. Private interment will be in Deer Creek Cemetery, Harmar Twp. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ORCHOWSKI KATHRYN ANN (DOLAN) ...
ORCHOWSKI KATHRYN ANN (DOLAN) Age 86, of Whitehall, formerly of Beechview, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of 60 years to the late Harry; loving mother of Gary (Karen), Ronald (Linda), Maryann, Susan Saffer and the late Jeffrey; treasured grandmother of Katy (Chris), Kerry (Tim), Laura (Narayana), and James; great-grandmother of Audrey Kathryn; sister and best friend of Nancy Hunter and sister of John Dolan. Kathryn is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Kathryn was retired from Saks Fifth Avenue. She loved to travel with family and friends, sailing on countless cruises and visiting Europe twice. Kathryn was an excellent cook and enjoyed hosting parties. Her clever will and wonderful sense of humor was greatly admired. Kathryn's profound words of wisdom and catch phrases will always be remembered. Memorial Service to be held in early 2018. Private entombment in Calvary Cemetery. Donations may be made to Macular Degeneration Foundation. Goodnight Sweetheart, well it's time to go. www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JEWELL NORMA JEAN ON NOVEMBER...
JEWELL NORMA JEAN On November 11, 2017, Norma Jean Jewell, 91, of McCandless Township and formerly of the North Side, beloved wife of the late Robert G. Jewell, passed away. Survived by her four loving sons, Robert (Mary) Jewell of Woodland Park, CO, Thomas (Shirley) Jewell of Phoenix, AZ, Scott (Colleen) Jewell of West View, and Mark (Susan) Jewell of McCandless Township; grandmother of Jessica and Brian Jewell, Erinjean Patrick and Robbie Jewell, Christie and Samantha Jewell, Ericka Mattson, Alexander and Cecilia Jewell; great-grandmother of Chase Patrick. As a long time member of Highland Country Club, Norma Jean enjoyed golfing with her husband Robert. Norma was passionate about was her time spent at Riverview United Presbyterian Church as a member of the choir. Norma Jean cherished trips to the Pancake House with her family. A memorial service will be held Saturday 11 a.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Highway. Visitation will follow the Memorial service until 2 p.m. The Jewell family would like to express special thanks to Sunrise Senior Care and AHN Hospice for the loving care they showed Jean. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Light of Life Mission, 10 E. North Ave., Pgh., PA 15212. simonsfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FOWLER ROBERT BOBBY, JR. ROB...
FOWLER ROBERT BOBBY, Jr. Robert Bobby Fowler, Jr. proudly served his country as a United States Marine during the Vietnam War. Bobby passed away at Heritage Valley Beaver on Sunday, November 12, 2017, at the age of 67. Bobby, born on June 18, 1950, in Philipsburg, PA, was one of three to Margaret (Botwright) Fowler of Philipsburg and the late Robert Fowler, Sr. Beloved husband for 24 years to Jill (Lubinski) Fowler; loving father of Gwen Crowe of Lake City, PA and Neil Fowler USAF retired (Jennifer) of Warrensburg, Missouri; cherished grandfather of Zane, Jacob, and Abigail; brother of Margie and Carl. Retired from the U.S. Postal Service, Bobby was a postal carrier in the Bellevue area. He was a former member of Hopewell VFW. Bobby's life was all about his family, the military, his Harley, The Pittsburgh Steelers and Carpentry. Everyone please meet in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies for committal service Friday 2:30 p.m. with full military honors. Bobby and Jill always donated to the Wounded Warrior Project and suggest in lieu of flowers and if desired to donate in his name. Semper Fi. Arrangements by COPELAND'S. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GLEICHERT MARJORIE M. (MCCORMI...
GLEICHERT MARJORIE M. (McCORMICK) Margie Gleichert, age 91, of Masonic Village, Sewickley and Moon Township, PA passed peacefully on Tuesday, November 14, 2017. Margie was the daughter of the late Robert J. and Myrtle (Magnus) McCormick. She is survived by her daughters, Barbara Walti (Kenneth) and Margaret Candage (Raymond); and daughter-in-law, Jan Gleichert (Robert). Margie was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Dean Gleichert; a son, Robert John Gleichert; and a grandson, Dr. Raymond L. Candage III. She was the beloved grandmother Granny of ten grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Born and raised in Moon Township on the family dairy farm, Margie attended Penn State University where she met her future husband of 49 years. She and her family resided in Barberton, Ohio for 32 years before returning to Moon Township in 1979. Margie enjoyed a wonderful life of volunteer and community service. Among her interests were teaching quilting, founder of the Walk and Talk Club, participant in Pioneer Days for Moon Schools, and she held many positions within the Presbyterian Church. Margie enjoyed teaching genealogy and belonged to the Daughters of the American Colonists (DAC), Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), Colonial Wars and 1812. Margie was a member of Chapter BN of the P.E.O, Moon Historical Society and Adult Resources. Visitation Thursday, November 16, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. at Coraopolis Presbyterian Church, Coraopolis prior to the Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by R.D. COPELAND FUNERAL HOME, 867 Fifth Ave., Coraopolis, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KLINE MARTIN MARTY PASSED AW...
KLINE MARTIN MARTY Passed away on November 14, 2017 at the age of 64 years old. Marty was born in Pittsburgh on June 12, 1953 to Andrew Kline and Florine Kellman Kline Wolk, the youngest of three children. Marty was a very active member of Congregation Beth Shalom, a past Beth Shalom Men's Club President, and a member of the Jewish Cemetery and Burial Association of Greater Pittsburgh. He worked as a Building Inspector with the city for 14 years before choosing to focus exclusively on rehabbing homes throughout the City of Pittsburgh. A passion of his for many years, he purchased his first property for $2,000 with his bar mitzvah money while a college student at Carnegie Mellon University. He continued to purchase properties throughout his life that other people wouldn't look at, do all the work himself to make them beautiful and very livable, and keep them as affordable rental units. Marty was dedicated to improving his community and helping those in need, without thought to himself. Marty was a devoted husband to Judith Kline, his "bashert", for over 37 years; as well as a loving brother, son, husband; and zeide (grandfather). Marty is survived by his wife, Judith Rothbart Kline; his children, Andrea (Zachariah) Goldsmith, Amy Kline, Michelle Kline (Joshua Bernstein), and Samuel Kline; his three grandchildren, Noah, Eva and Elise Goldsmith; his siblings, Howard Kline and Bonnie Kline Brady; as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Marty was also a very beloved son-in-law of Dorothy and the late David Rothbart. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Thursday at 1 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (12 Noon - 1 p.m.). Interment Homewood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Congregation Beth Shalom, 5915 Beacon Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 or Hebrew Free Loan Association, 4307 Murray Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 or Jewish Cemetery and Burial Association of Greater Pittsburgh, P.O. Box 81863, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. www.schugar.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KLAUS MATHILDA TILDA MAE SAM...
KLAUS MATHILDA TILDA MAE SAMPLE MUNROE Age 81, of Longwood at Oakmont, formerly of Fox Chapel. Beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2017, surrounded by her family and dog, Jaeger. A life dedicated to family, community and friends was made all the more full and happy by long morning walks in the woods with her dogs, afternoons in the sun at the Sample Boat House eating ice cream, slow evening cruises on Chautauqua Lake and nighttimes spent laughing by roaring fires with those she loved most. The daughter of Paul and Helen (Heinz) Sample, Mathilda Mae and her twin sister, Rebecca Ann (Habenicht) were born on May 2, 1936, in Pittsburgh, PA. After a wonderful childhood growing up in McKeesport, PA with her twin and older sisters, Miriam (Reading Miller) and Dorothy (Hill), Tilda and Rebecca attended The Baldwin School in Bryn Mawr, PA, and Mt. Holyoke College. Tilda received her BA in Physiology/Psychology, adored singing and traveling in the V-8's and went on to Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons, earning a certificate in Physical Therapy. Mathilda and Rebecca were very close all of their lives sharing a multitude of love from the waterskiing days of the Til-Bec to having boys born on the same day a few minutes apart. Directly out of college, Tilda served as a Physical Therapist at St. Francis Hospital working in rehabilitation primarily with quadriplegics, paraplegics, stroke patients and amputees. Always working to improve the lives of others in her community, Tilda was an original founder of the Vintage Senior Citizen Center, an innovative program that raised awareness of the multiple needs of area seniors, with a mission to improve the quality of their lives. Vintage acted as a catalyst in raising community consciousness among the elderly and among agencies attempting to meet the needs of this age group. As part of the Center's mission, Tilda helped create the Vintage Years, a weekly radio program broadcast on KDKA, the first public radio program of its kind and to this day serves as a model all over the country. For her work with Vintage, Mt. Holyoke College honored Tilda as part of their Woman of the Year Awards. Tilda was an active member of the Garden Club of Allegheny County, which honored her with multiple awards for her grant work and dedication to the organization's mission. Her work as an Elder and Stephen Minister at Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church was of the utmost importance to her throughout her life. On September 17, 1960, Tilda married Robert Lee Munroe, after she graduated from Mt. Holyoke and he from Amherst College, they both adored Chautauqua, and had three amazing kids (and who knows where they stashed Sabrina?) Robert passed away on February 16, 1979. In addition to her sisters and brothers-in-law, Tilda is survived by her sons, Robert (Jenny), of Severna Park, Maryland and Richard Munroe (Cooper), of Pittsburgh, PA; and daughter, Wendy Munroe (Andrew Stout), of Seattle, WA; her grandchildren, who called her Ama and for whom she set an example of what's best in the world (and also made the best Chicken Divan and Grasshopper Pie on the planet), Jack, Clyde, Devin, Willis, Ian, Grady and Finn Munroe and Clare and Miles Stout; her beloved dog, Jaeger; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and dear friends. Family and friends will be received at Fox Chapel Golf Club on Saturday, November 25, 2017, from 2 p.m. 4:30 p.m. to remember and celebrate the loving life Tilda led. There will be a memorial service and private burial in Chautauqua, NY in the summer of 2018. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Chautauqua Foundation, PO Box 28, Chautauqua, NY 14722, the Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church, 384 Fox Chapel Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 or the Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, D.C. 20090-6011. Arrangements by WEDDELL - AJAK FUNERAL HOME, Aspinwall. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUCAR ROBERT H. AGE 63, OF PIT...
BUCAR ROBERT H. Age 63, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Level Green, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2017, in the UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh. Robert was born on May 6, 1954, in Braddock, the son of the late Dr. John R. and June M. (Bird) Bucar. Robert is survived by his siblings, John T. Bucar of Level Green, Gloria J. Megeath of MD and Annette M. Merryfield of WI. Family and friends will be received on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 12 Noon in the JOHN M. DOBRINICK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 702 7th St. (State Rt. 130), Trafford 412-372-3111, with the Rev. Geoff Rach, officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Barbara Cemetery, Penn Twp. www.dobrinickfhinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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