SMITH RICHARD, Sr. Quietly on November 17, 2017. Beloved husband of Margaret Lee-Smith; father of Richard, Jr. and Ryan A. Smith; and a host of relatives. The family will hold a public Memorial Service celebrating the times of his life on Saturday, November 25, 2017, 11 a.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 800 Center St. at South Ave., Wilkinsburg, 15221. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
SMITH RICHARD, SR. QUIETLY ON...
↧
RYDER CASEY E. AGE 45, OF SHER...
RYDER CASEY E. Age 45, of Sheraden, unexpectedly on November 18, 2017. Beloved son of Criss Schweizer and JD Negual; brother of Adam Schweizer (Nadia), Shawn Walsh; uncle of Savannah Schweizer, Abigail, Collin and Maggie Walsh; Godfather of Tessa Aluotto; nephew of Jane Ann McElligott; cousin of Christin Aluotto, Teddy Aluotto, Nathan and Dylan. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the VALERIAN F. SZAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Helen St., McKees Rocks. Funeral Saturday at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Philip's Church, 9:30 a.m. Interment will be held in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
NAPONIC HERBERT S. AGE 88, OF ...
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
Clik here to view.
NAPONIC HERBERT S. Age 88, of Level Green, PA died November 18, 2017. Abandoned by his parents, Herb was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Joseph and Mary Naponic. After graduating from Jeannette High School, he enlisted in the Air Force, which he credited with "straightening him out." He worked into his 80s as a real estate appraiser, funding his favorite hobby, golf. "Uncle Herb" enjoyed big band music and fishing, and spent countless hours helping up at Medic's Farm. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen Medic Naponic. He is survived by two children, Jeffrey (Karen) Naponic, Esq., and Amy (Ronald) Yurko, JD, Ph.D.; five grandchildren, Steven Naponic, Cara Naponic, Joseph (Amy) Yurko, Ph.D., Nicholas (Rachel) Yurko, and Ronald Yurko, Jr.; and beautiful great-granddaughter, Anja Yurko. No public service. In lieu of gifts, please send donations to the Muscular Dystrophy Ass'n for Ocular Pharyngeal Dystrophy research. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
MINAHAN MARY ALICE (GALLAGHER)...
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.
Clik here to view.
MINAHAN MARY ALICE (GALLAGHER) Age 84, a longtime Crafton resident, peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Beloved mother of Ann Minahan, Paul (Carrie) Minahan, Maureen (Kevin) Joyce, Sean (Angela) Minahan, James Minahan, Mary (Gilbert) Taylor, Molly (Ricky) Schmitt, Sara Minahan and the late Ian Minahan; also survived by 16 grandchildren. Mary Alice was a member of the C.L.O. New Horizons, a graduate of the Guild for the Blind and also a member and sponsor of Alcoholics Anonymous. Family and friends received Saturday 6-8 p.m., Sunday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Monday in St. Philip Catholic Church, where Mary Alice was a longtime and active member of Christian Mothers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Blind and Vision Rehabilitation Service of Pittsburgh, 1816 Locust St., Pgh., PA 15219. schepnermcdermott.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
CIORRA CALIO J. AGE 38, OF OAK...
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.![]()
Clik here to view.
CIORRA CALIO J. Age 38, of Oakmont, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Beloved son of Ronald Ciorra and Jill (Honsperger) Costic; father of Victor Sonny Ciorra and Olivia Grace Ciorra; brother of Danielle (Todd) Lilly, Tyke Fiore Ciorra, Alexio and Julia Ciorra, Jason and Jamie Costic; grandson of Marilyn Honsperger and the late Alfred Honsperger. He is also survived by many other family members. Calio was a 1997 graduate of Riverview High School where he played football, baseball, and wrestled. He proudly served our country in the US Marine Corp. Friends and relatives will be received during a memorial visitation on Friday, November 24, 2017, from 3-7 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Donations may be made to the family for their discretion. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
WILSHER WILFRED M. AGE 58, OF ...
WILSHER WILFRED M. Age 58, of Collier Twp., on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Beloved son of the late Philip and Ruth Wilsher; brother of Philip, Jr., John, Richard (Diane), Drue Trombetta (Frank), Daniel and the late James (surviving Karen). Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation 12 to 4 p.m. Friday at HENNEY, BRADWELL & NIRELLA FUNERAL HOME, 524 Washington Ave., Carnegie, where a Funeral Service will be held Friday 4 p.m. henneybradwellnirella.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
VANZANDT JAMES D. AGE 76, OF P...
VanZANDT JAMES D. Age 76, of Peters Twp., died Tuesday, November 21, 2017, surrounded by his family at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born October 4, 1941, in Pottstown, PA, a son of the late James Theodore and Thelma (Chapman) VanZandt. Mr. VanZandt graduated Pottstown High School in 1959 and Susquehanna University in 1963. He served in the Air Force Reserves from 1964 through 1970. In 1963, Jim co-founded Tri State Supply Company, the family business. He was passionate about the family business and cared for his employees like extended family. Mr. VanZandt led an active lifestyle that included his love of hunting out West. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and his dogs, Patches and Allie. He was the beloved husband for 53 years to Carol (Carson); loving father of Kelley Atlee, of Downingtown, PA, and Jeff (Monica) VanZandt, of Peters Twp.; cherished grandfather of Connor and Graham Atlee and Will and Jack VanZandt; brother of Beverly (Frank) Burgess; and uncle of Eric (Paige) Burgess. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday at BEINHAUER FUNERAL HOME, 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, (724-941-3211), where services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, with Dr. James Gilchrist officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Gardens Cemetery. Please add tributes at beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
WILKINS DONNA LYNN ALL SERVICE...
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.![]()
Clik here to view.
WILKINS DONNA LYNN All Services are at St. Mark AME Zion, 807 Ross St., Wilkinsburg. Visitation Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Services Saturday, Nov. 25, 2017, 11 a.m. Professional arrangements entrusted to SPRIGGS WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 North Lang Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
RUDOLPH RUTH KLAUS RUTH RUDOLP...
RUDOLPH RUTH KLAUS Ruth Rudolph, age 92, died peacefully on November 20, 2017. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 59 years, Al. Ruth was the loving mother of Michael (Rosemarie) Rudolph, David (JoAnn) Rudolph, and Mary Celeste R. (Sam) Pavlick; the grandmother of Patrick and Christopher Rudolph; and MeeMaw of John and Joseph Pavlick. Ruth had seven siblings, she was predeceased by all except her brother, Larry (Dorothy) Klaus. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Ruth will be remembered for her devotion to her family and her faith and for her superb skills in the kitchen, especially her baking! She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. The family wants to especially thank Sr. Dorothy and all those who have given Ruth (and Al) such loving care for the past 11 years at the Little Sisters of the Poor Home, where friends will be received on Friday, November 24, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the chapel there, on Saturday, November 25, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. Donations can be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
YOUNG BETTYE L. AGE 89, FORMER...
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.![]()
Clik here to view.
YOUNG BETTYE L. Age 89, formerly of Garfield. Peacefully on November 16, 2017. Beloved mother of Elizabeth A. Young, Carol N. Brown and the late Rosa M. Eubanks. Visitation Friday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 427 Lincoln Avenue, 15206. Funeral Service Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Good Hope Baptist Church, 415 Lincoln Avenue, 15206. costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
JONES SARAH ELIZABETH AGE 97, ...
JONES SARAH ELIZABETH Age 97, of Surfside Beach, SC, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2017. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on November 20, 1919, to the late Robert and Johnny Lewis Algeo. She was also predeceased by her beloved husband of 63 years, Thomas George Jones; and a son, James Jones. She was a Past Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star Chartiers Chapter 97. She was a member of Surfside United Methodist Church in Surfside Beach, SC. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Thomas (Ellen) Jones, of Southport, NC, Robert Jones, of San Antonio, TX, a daughter, Sallie Beth (Tom) Todd, of Simpsonville, SC; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A Graveside Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 25, 2017, in Mount Lebanon Cemetery, 509 Washington Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15228. Arrangements entrusted to Beinhauers Family Funeral Home, (412-531-4000). Memorials can be made in Mrs. Jones's name to the Shriners Hospitals for Children at www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org or mailed to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607. Online condolences can be made at www.brunswickfuneralservice.com. BRUNSWICK FUNERAL SERVICE, Southport/ Oak Island, NC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
MAGHERY DANIEL J. AGE 61, PASS...
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.![]()
Clik here to view.
MAGHERY DANIEL J. Age 61, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. He was born in Great Barrington, Massachusetts on October 11, 1956, the beloved son of the late Carole Pearce Maghery and Richard Leo Maghery. Throughout his life, Dan was an exceptional athlete, knowledgeable sports enthusiast, and loyal friend. Dan graduated from Berkshire School in Sheffield, Massachusetts where he excelled on the football, basketball, and baseball teams. He then played a season of baseball with the Chatham Athletics in the highly-competitive Cape Cod Baseball League, competing with many players who went on to play in the major leagues. He received a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Dan worked for U.S. Air for 25 years before retiring to open his own marketing firm, Tyger Promotions, in 2005. Dan is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Leisa Naughton Maghery; his daughter, Kaitlyn Alexee Maghery of Irwin, PA; and his son, Tyler Daniel Maghery of Manor, PA. He would also want us to mention his 'third' child, Bailey Maghery, the 105-pound Golden Retriever who never left his side. Dan leaves his in-laws, Jack and Janet Naughton of North Huntingdon. In addition, he leaves his sister, Carole Maghery King, of Chatham, MA and her children, Cecily King of Portland, OR, Haley King and Chloe King of Burlington, VT, and Caleb King of New York City. Friends will be received at the OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 805 Pennsylvania Avenue, on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Parting Prayers will be on Saturday at 9:20 a.m. in the Funeral Home followed by a 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Sacred Heart Church, Jeannette. Interment will follow in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery, North Huntingdon. In lieu of flowers, Dan requested that contributions be made in his name to: The Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue Fund, 60 Vera Cruz Road, Reinholds, PA 17569, (717) 484-4799. Please write "Dan Maghery" on the check memo line. To send online expressions of sympathy or to obtain directions, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
WENDT CAROLYN J. ON TUESDAY, N...
WENDT CAROLYN J. On Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Daughter of the late Matthew and Stella Wendt; dear friend of Pat Hughes and her family; and Richie Pektas; also survived by several cousins. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI-EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church on Saturday at 12 Noon. Burial in St. Ignatius Cemetery. Carolyn was employed by BNY Mellon for over 40 years. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
HOFFMAN BEATRICE M. ON TUESDAY...
HOFFMAN BEATRICE M. On Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Hoffman; loving mother of Dr. Allen L. (Carolyn) Hoffman; grandmother of Ryan and Alex Hoffman; sister of the late Esther Cohen, Julius "Yiddle" Shapiro and Harry Shapiro. Also survived by nephews and nieces. Graveside Service and Interment will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. in Beth Shalom Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
MERCURIO ROCCO B. ROY, SR. A...
MERCURIO ROCCO B. ROY, Sr. Age 77, on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, of Carrick. Beloved husband of Anna Marie (Rauscher) Mercurio; father of Theresa (Scott) Siebert and Rocco B. (Lynn) Mercurio, Jr.; cherished grandfather of Luke and Lee Siebert, Rocco B. III and Nicholas Mercurio; brother of Karen (Donald) Moore and Joseph (Barbara) Mercurio; uncle of Kristen (Rich) Stubenraugh, Michael (Sara) Moore and Torrie (Jeremy) Gerhart. Rocco was a loving husband, father and grandfather and proprietor of Rocco's Beauty Salon on the South Side for over 40 years. Family and friends received Friday 2-8 p.m. at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick, where a Blessing Service will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Send condolences to readshawfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
O'CONNOR COLMAN ON TUESDAY, NO...
O'CONNOR COLMAN On Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at the age of 91, in the peace and quiet of his home. A native of Ros Muc, Connemara, County Galway, Ireland, the son of the late John and Norah (Finnerty) O'Connor. Proud father of John, Mark, Colman, Mary, and Peter, and loving grandfather of Sean, Ian, Brenna Ann, and Cory. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Colman is soon to be reunited with his beloved wife, Margaret (O'Toole) O'Connor; his daughter, Noreen; and his siblings, Sean O'Connor, Mary Connolly, Patrick O'Connor, Bridget Barrett, Norah Price and Nan McDonagh. Family and friends welcome Friday 2-4, 6-8 p.m., WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. 15220. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Saturday, St. Margaret of Scotland Church. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
POLUTNIK FRANK CHARLES AGE 69,...
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.![]()
Clik here to view.
POLUTNIK FRANK CHARLES Age 69, of Cadiz, OH passed away on November 8, 2017, at home. He was born on September 10, 1948, in Pittsburgh to the late John and Mary (Skerbetz) Polutnik. He was preceded in death by beloved brother, John Polutnik. He is survived by his girl friend, Tracey Belle; three sisters, Mitzie (John) Paine of Boardman, OH, Gloria Datz of South Park, PA, sister-in-law, Maureen O'Hara; and seven nieces and nephews. Frank was retired and loved his accordion. SCHUETZ FUNERAL HOME is assisting the family. A memorial luncheon was held at the South Park Club House, 2200 Brownsville Rd., South Park Township. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
FORD JOHN G. HUNTZ AGE 89, O...
FORD JOHN G. HUNTZ Age 89, of Shaler Twp., on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Agnes (Peretik); loving father of Lynne Ford, Bonnie Watters, Dee (Ed) Sears, John T. Ford, Janet (late Bill) Brenenborg and Joe G. (Debbie) Ford; dear grandfather of seven; and great-grandfather of five. He is survived by siblings, Paul (Mary Jane), Rich (Terry) and Alice (John) Meinert. John was the owner of Huntz Tavern in Etna and former co-owner of JT Ford Trucking. Friends will be received on Friday from 1 to 9 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in All Saints Church, Etna. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
QUINN JAMES JIM R. AGE 90, P...
Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.![]()
Clik here to view.
QUINN JAMES JIM R. Age 90, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Beaver Valley Medical Center. Born in Connellsville, PA on March 28, 1927, he was one of four children to the late James and Catherine (Andursky) Quinn. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 31 years, Catherine (Carbonara). In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Kathleen Andyjohn and Patricia Scacchi. Jim is survived by his wife of 27 years, Lois (Klixbull). Loving father of Mary Kay (Joseph) Loughran, Daniel (Carla) Quinn, Diane (John) Matlak, James P. (Sally) Quinn, Robert (Angela) Quinn and Scott (Lori) Quinn; stepfather of William, Edward (Deborah), Patrick, and Daniel Trunick, and Mary Restivo; beloved grandfather of Ryan, Kelly, Daniel and Patrick Loughran, Katie (Sean) O'Neil and Michael Quinn, Paige, Jack, Kennedy and Hilary Quinn, and Zach and Lindsey Quinn; step-grandfather of Joseph and Liana Leja, Jack and Dixon Trunick, and Sidney Restivo. Also survived by his sister, Anna Mary Canada; sisters-in-law, Louise (Leonard) Mecco, Carmalee (David) Porter; brothers-in-law, Anthony Carbonara, Richard (Rose) Carbonara; and many nieces and nephews. Jim was a World War II Navy veteran elected Honor Man of his company and proudly served on the USS Cole in the Philippine Islands. He received a degree in Chemistry from Duquesne University in 1950 and began a long, successful career in the chemical coatings industry, retiring from Valspar Corporation. Jim was proud of his 40-year tenure as a PIAA referee in the Beaver Valley Chapter, officiating football, basketball, volleyball, and track and field. Jim was an active member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, serving as the parish's first Eucharistic Minister and a member of the St. Vincent DePaul Society. Jim continued his charitable work as a volunteer and board member at the West Hills Food Pantry in Moon Township. Jim received the Elks Distinguished Citizen Award in recognition of his community services in 2002. His positive outlook, deep faith, and love of family will continue to inspire those who knew him and be a part of us forever. Visitation will be held at COPELAND'S FUNERAL HOME, 981 Brodhead Road, Moon Township on Friday, November 24, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Margaret Mary in Moon Township (Everyone meet at Church). Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Connellsville, PA where Naval honors will be accorded. The family suggests donations to the West Hills Food Pantry, 522 Carnot Road, Moon Township. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
DICK LLOYD WILLIAM, JR. AGE 66...
DICK LLOYD WILLIAM, Jr. Age 66, of Dravosburg, passed away at home on November 21, 2017. Arrangements have been entrusted to I. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th Street, Dravosburg, PA 15034. For more information, please visit us at www.finneyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧