FORBES AUDREY C. (BAUCHMIRE) Age 90, of McCandless, on Nov. 23, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Jack C. Forbes; loving mother of Kimberly (Anthony) D'Amico, Andrea (Bob) Bergner and Lisa (John) Maurer; proud grandmother of Michael (Amanda) D'Amico and Joseph (Sarah) D'Amico; great- grandmother of Antonio D'Amico. Preceded in death by one brother and sister. Friends received Monday 8:30-10:30 a.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 388 Center Ave., West View. Funeral Mass Monday at 11 a.m. in St. Ursula Church. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Heart Assoc., 444 Liberty Ave., Ste 1300, Pgh., PA 15222. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GOUKER JAMES FUZZY, JR. AGE ...
GOUKER JAMES FUZZY, Jr. Age 50, of Glassport, passed away on November 22, 2017. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave. 15045. For more information, or pre-planning, visit our website at www.finneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PAVLOT PATRICIA J. (HUDY) SUDD...
PAVLOT PATRICIA J. (HUDY) Suddenly on Monday, November 20, 2017, Patricia J. Pavlot (Hudy) of Bellevue. A daughter of the late Louis and Josephine Hudy; wife of the late James Pavlot; beloved mother of Cindy (Jim) Flynn, Susan (Chris) Eby and Michael (Kelly) Pavlot; adored grandmother of Sarah, Emily and Seth Eby, Olivia and Alexandra Flynn and Morgan Pavlot; and also many nieces and nephews. A pillar of strength for her entire family, Pat's generosity extended beyond her family to many charities in the Pittsburgh area. She was a successful business owner of Pat's Pizza and later a supervisor for the U.S. Postal Service. An avid reader, Pat also enjoyed gardening and a good steak dinner. There will be no visitation. Family and friends invited to Mass of Christian burial celebrated at the Church of the Assumption, Bellevue, Monday, November 27, 2017 at 10 a.m. Please meet at the church. Interment at Christ Our Redeemer Cemetery. To honor Pat's memory, please make a donation to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, www.pittsburghfoodbank.org, or simply read a book. Arrangements by LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Bellevue. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MEZYNSKI ELINOR P. ELINOR, 87,...
MEZYNSKI ELINOR P. Elinor, 87, of McDonald, North Fayette Twp., passed away on November 24, 2017 at Victoria Manor, Oakdale. She was born February 5, 1930 in Cecil, the daughter of the late John and Elsie (Bourguignon) Main. Elinor was preceded in death by her beloved husband on December 4, 2012, Frank S. Humby Mezynski, whom she married on June 1, 1954. She is survived by her children, James (Gail) Mezynski of Upper St. Clair, Larry (Carol) Mezynski and Susan (Jeffery) Loden of McDonald; also surviving is a grandson, Steven (Samantha) Mezynski; and three great-grandchildren; a brother, Jon David (Jean) Main of Oklahoma; and aunt, Germaine (Steve) Leukulich of St. Petersburg, FL; and several nieces and nephews. Also deceased is a brother, Robert Main. Elinor was a member of St. Alphonsus R.C. Church in McDonald. Prior to becoming a home maker, she had worked at the G.C. Murphy Co. 5 & 10 in McDonald, PA. She was an excellent cook and gardener and was devoted to her family. Friends will be received on Sunday from 1-5 p.m. at the THOMAS-LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE INC., 314 W. Lincoln Ave., McDonald, PA 15057. A private interment will be held in Robinson Run Cemetery. Please sign a guest book at www.thomas-littlefuneral service.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RAIBLE JAMES R., SR. AGE 77, O...
RAIBLE JAMES R., Sr. Age 77, of Renfrew, formerly of Allison Park, on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. Husband of the late Judee; father of Michael (Joyce), James, Jr. (Judith Ann), Eric (Maureen), Robert (Beth), Christopher, Kevin (Jill), and Scott (Amanda); also survived by 13 grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter; brother of William (Lexie) and the late Tom; also survived by Jim's companion/best friend, Lynda Nicoll; and her children, Tina (Aaron) Cafasso and Thomas (Laura) Lasky; and her four grandchildren. Jim was a member of the Teamsters Local #249. Friends will be received Sunday 2-8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, where a Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 10:30 a.m. Donations may be sent to the American Heart Association or the Butler Co. Humane Society. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CLARKE JOHN W. ON WEDNESDAY, A...
CLARKE JOHN W. On Wednesday, at age 74. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service, having worked at the North Side Post Office. Former member of Lorenz E.U.B. Church. Survived by brother, Rev. Edward (Betty) Clarke; and sister, Mary Telakis. Visitation 2-3 p.m. Sunday in WELCH FUNERAL HOME, 1032 4th Ave., Ford City. Memorial service at 3 p.m. Interment Homewood Cemetery. www.welchfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GROSE GARY LEE AGE 73, PASSED ...
GROSE GARY LEE Age 73, passed away on November 24, 2017. Born November 7, 1944, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Perry and Ethel (Young) Grose. He had attended Coraopolis High School. Gary was a member of New Apostolic Church in Pittsburgh. Survivors include two nieces, Jaime Koontz and Nicole Koontz; and great-nephew, True Koontz. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Carol Grose Koontz; a nephew, Nathan Koontz; and a close friend who cared for him, Dorothy Benoit. A Graveside Service will be held at a later date in Allegheny County Memorial Park, with Rev. Gerald Schwesinger (his wife, Jeryl) officiating. royalcolemanfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DALZELL L. RUTH RUTH DALZELL, ...
DALZELL L. RUTH Ruth Dalzell, age 90, of West Kittanning, died Wednesday, November 22, 2017. She was born February 10, 1927, in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of Jack W. and Lillian M. (Miller) Pope. Ruth graduated from South Hills High School in 1944 and devoted her life to caring for her family. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Cindy Volek and husband, Tim, of Kittanning; five grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Nikki Zapach, of Pittsburgh; and brother-in-law, John Gehr, of Pittsburgh, PA. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband of 64 years, Melvin C. Dalzell; son, John E. Dalzell; and sister, Joan Gehr. Visitation from 1:30 - 4 p.m. on Sunday, November 26, 2017, and from 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Services at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 27, 2017, at the BAUER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 515 N. McKean Street, Kittanning. Burial will be in Kittanning Cemetery. Visit www.bauerfuneral.com for full obituary. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CUSANO STELLA F. (PRIMOLA) AGE...
CUSANO STELLA F. (PRIMOLA) Age 90, of Kennedy Twp., passed on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Nicholas Cusano. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Ron (Diana) Cusano, Sam (Debra) Cusano, Lucine (Joe) Plesniak, and Anthony (Gina) Cusano; grandchildren, Julia, Emma, Cara, Sam, Jr., Renee, Gabrielle, Camille, Andrew, Jon Paul, Nicholas, and Marin; and her great-grandchildren, Audrey and Robby. Stella's outgoing personality, kindness and loving and generous spirit touched all who knew her. Her family and friends will cherish her memory foverer. Family and friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. SUNDAY at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp., where prayers are offered 9:00 a.m. MONDAY, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, www.stjude.org/donate. Sendcondolencespost-gazette.com/gb
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SCHAFF EVELYN (GRAESER) OF BET...
SCHAFF EVELYN (GRAESER) Of Bethel Park, age 86, peacefully passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Norman G. Schaff; loving mother of Gail (Paul) Hauck, Gary (Kim) Schaff and Greg (Lisa) Schaff; grandmother of Kelly Hauck, Kirsten (Charlie) Scheide, and Hunter Schaff; sister of the late James (surviving wife, Jackie) Graeser and the late Ray Graeser; also survived by nieces and nephews. Evelyn retired after many years from the Bethel Park School District as a cafeteria worker. Family and friends will be received Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PAUL L. HENNEY CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park, where Funeral Services will be held Monday, 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RIVERS PHILIP ETHAN AGE 77, PA...
RIVERS PHILIP ETHAN Age 77, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2017 following a sudden brain aneurysm. Born in Columbus, OH and raised near Greensburg, PA, Philip spent much of his early career as a safety engineer. His children will recall bikes with flags, driving the speed limit, and always walking on the left side of the road. His passion as an educator led him to become a professor of Safety Sciences at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a position he held for nearly three decades. As a professor at IUP he was a pioneer in active learning techniques and taught many undergraduate and graduate students who considered him a mentor, earning him an award for excellence in teaching. Philip enjoyed spending time with his family, meditating, gardening, cooking vegetarian meals, reading, writing, learning, and teaching. He was a member of the Theta Chi Fraternity, board member of the Sandy Weymouth Foundation and attended the Unitarian Universalist Church in Indiana, PA, and the Pittsburgh Buddhist Center. His friends and family will remember him as an authentic, gentle, and kind-hearted person, always willing to listen to and be supportive of others. Philip expressed love and praise for his family and friends openly. His calm and reassuring presence will be missed. Philip is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Regina Rivers (Opilo); his sister, Lynda Nelson; his brother, Alan Chekanski; his children, Nathaniel Stuyvesant (Leta Koontz), Lora Ferguson (Dre Arnold) and Caylan Neil (Matt); his stepdaughters, Zandra Bishop (Bill) and Amanda Myers (Gerald Waytashek, fiance); and his grandchildren, Basyl Stuyvesant, Ashley Glasser, Madison Myers, Liam Bishop, Abigail Myers, Isaac Myers, and Xander Bishop. Friends and relatives will be received at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC.,421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont on Sunday, November 26, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and a funeral service and sharing will take place at the funeral home on Monday, November 27, 2017 at 11:30 a.m., followed by burial in Penn Forest Natural Burial Park. Donations may be made to the Pittsburgh Buddhist Center (pittsburghbuddhistcenter.org/donations) or to the NAACP (donate.naacp.org) in lieu of flowers. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUCCI JERRY M. AGE 88, PEACEFU...
BUCCI JERRY M. Age 88, peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, November 23, 2017, of Baldwin. Beloved husband of the late Mary Lou (McAleer); loving father of Barbara (Rich) Imhoff, Greg Bucci, Dan Bucci, Linda (Joe) Winkler and the late Michael Bucci; proud grandfather of Allison, Christina and Jackie Imhoff; brother of the late Louise (Sal) Gizzo, Mary (John) Kramer, Michael Bucci and Christina (survived by Frank) Bragano; brother-in-law of Ruth (Paul) Stefano; also survived by loving nieces and nephews. Jerry enlisted in the United States Army in 1948. In 1989, he retired as a Sergeant Major. He was also a retired U.S. Postal worker and after a second career he retired from Federated Investors. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Saturday, November 25, 2017, 6-8 p.m and Sunday, November 26, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Monday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in Nativity Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Jerry's family offers special thanks to Michelle, Amey and the entire staff of Overlook Green Assisted Living for the exceptional and loving care they provided. If desired, family suggests contributions to Overlook Green Activity Department, 5250 Meadowgreen Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GERSTEL ALICE J. (CAPCARA) ALI...
GERSTEL ALICE J. (CAPCARA) Alice J. Gerstel left this world peacefully in the hands of the Lord with her family by her side. Age 79, of Penn Hills, on Thursday, November 23, 2017. Daughter of the late Andrew and Julia Capcara; beloved wife of 51 years to Robert K. Gerstel; loving mother of Robert (Sharon) Gerstel, Jeannie (Barry) Soxman and Timothy (Barbara) Gerstel; grandmother of Dustin, Heidi, Christy, Josh, Shannon, Douglas, Robby, Laura and Rebecca; great-grandmother of Abby, Katie, Hailey, Natalie, Jasper, Sawyer, Elijah, Aubryana, Makayla and Josiah; sister of Helen Krause, Paul (Bonnie) Capcara and the late William Capcara, Frank Capcara, George Capcara, Julie Suska and Kupie Haluszczak; loving foster mother of Judy, Johnny and Jenny. She loved gardening, cooking and playing with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends received Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 10 a.m. at St. Gerard Majella Church. Interment Twin Valley Memorial Park. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GENTER MARLENE (DRAXINGER) AGE...
GENTER MARLENE (DRAXINGER) Age 85, of Shaler Twp., passed away peacefully Friday morning, Nov. 24, 2017, with her children by her side. Wife of the late James G. Genter, Sr. for over 50 years; mother of James G. (Denise) Genter, Jr. and Kathy (Gary) Machiko; sister of the late Shirley Mutschler; grandmother of Grant, Matthew, and Morgan. Marlene graduated from Millvale High School in 1950 and continued on to St. Francis Nursing School where she graduated as a Registered Nurse. She loved working as a nurse night turn at the VA Hospital while raising her two children. In retirement she was fortunate to have spent many of her years in South Florida with her late husband, Jim. She was an active member and volunteered regularly at the Pittsburgh North Senior Center. She was a marvelous wife, mother, and grandmother and her family was truly blessed by her love and selflessness. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Service and interment are private. Memorials are suggested to Make-A-Wish Foundation, 707 Grant St., Suite 3700, Pittsburgh, PA 15219-1938. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DOCHERTY CHARLES D. ON FRIDAY,...
DOCHERTY CHARLES D. On Friday, November 24, 2017, age 86, of Saxonburg, formerly of Hampton Twp. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, on November 10, 1931, he was the son of the late Charles J. and Rae Gladys (Price) Docherty. Chuck had been the Corporate President and Board Member of C.I.D. Associates in Sarver. He was a member of Holy Sepulcher Roman Catholic Church in Glade Mills and the Holy Sepulcher Knights of Columbus Council #10175. Surviving are his wife, Marlane J. (Bauer) Docherty, whom he married on June 18, 1952; his children, Kelly Jude, of Sarver, Rick (Diane), of North Hills, Scott (Amy), of Valencia and Casey (Nicole), of Gibsonia; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and his brothers, John and James, of Hilton Head, NC, and David and Donald, of Charlotte, NC. He was preceded in death by his brother, Miles. Friends will be received at the McDONALD -AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA, on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Sepulcher Church, 1304 E. Cruikshank Rd., Butler, PA 16002, on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Robert Cedolia, pastor, officiating. Everyone is asked to please meet at the church. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hampton Twp., PA. Memorials may be made to the Church or to St. Vincent DePaul Society, 1243 North Franklin Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Directions and condolences are available at www.mcdonald-aeberli.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCELHATTAN KENTON E. AGE 95, O...
McELHATTAN KENTON E. Age 95, of Providence Point, formerly of Mt. Lebanon, on Thursday, November 23, 2017. Beloved husband for 71 years of Florence (Ditty) McElhattan; devoted father of Kent D. (Martha) McElhattan and Elaine L. (the late Dr. Thomas) Bonoma; loving grandfather of Justin, Josh, Erin, Tom, Matthew, Jonathan, and Benjamin; great-grandfather of fourteen; brother of Dr. Glenn R. McElhattan, Lucille Lineman, Lois Pierce, and Marilyn Greer; also survived by nieces and nephews. Mr. McElhattan was the Vice-President of Sales with Joy Manufacturing Co. from 1959 until 1970 at which time he became President, Chairman, and CEO of National Mine Service Co., a NYSE stock exchange co. headquartered in Pittsburgh. Eventually in 1985 he co-founded and was Chairman of Industrial Scientific Corporation until retiring in 2010. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road, Mount Lebanon, Sunday afternoon from 2:00 until 5:00 o'clock. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in Beverly Heights Presbyterian Church, 1207 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, Monday morning, at 11 o'clock. Interment in Mount Lebanon Cemetery will be private. If desired, memorials may be made to Children's Dyslexia Center, 110 East Lincoln Avenue, New Castle, PA 16101. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCMAHON TEDMAN (RAPP) A DENTAL...
McMAHON TEDMAN (RAPP) A dental student, singer, actor, of Buffalo, NY, died unexpectedly at the age of 36 on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. Tedman is survived by his mother, Valerie Rapp; his husband, Cory McMahon; sister, Johanna Redmond; brother, Benjamin Rapp; brother Gregory and sister-in-law, Nadia Rapp; sister, Autumn and brother-in-law, John Magnone; two nieces and a nephew who adored him. He was predeceased by his father, Robert Rapp. Tedman was born in Pittsburgh on September 15, 1981. He is a 2001 graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) in New York, NY where he followed his passion to become a musical theatre performer. Later in life he decided to change his life goal to pursue a career in the biological sciences. He is a 2014 graduate of the City College of New York. Upon death he was working on pursuing his goal and passion for dentistry at the University at Buffalo. Tedman was a member of the class of 2019. Tedman was a lover of life. He was fortunate to travel around the world. He had such a passion for meeting people and building friendships. His infectious smile and laugh would brighten up any room. He had a unique quality of making anyone he interacted with feel truly special. He will be deeply missed by friends, family, and all that were fortunate enough to have known him. Friends received Sunday, 1-3 and 6-8 p.m., at which time a service will be held at 8 p.m., in the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). View and add condolences at: www.warcholfuneralome.comsend condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SIMPSON BERNICE AGE 93, OF THE...
SIMPSON BERNICE Age 93, of the North Side, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Beloved mother of Michael, Pamela, Steven, Brenda, and the late Patricia Ann Cox, Sterling, Jr., and Gregory Simpson; grandmother of Craig, Cheryl, and Chad Simpson; also survived by a host of great-grandchildren, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Visitation 4-7 p.m. Sunday at the ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2025 Perrysville Avenue, Perry Hilltop, where a Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday. Interment Highwood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CAMPANO NICHOLAS G. NICK AG...
CAMPANO NICHOLAS G. NICK Age 83, of Glassport, died Nov. 23, 2017. Born Dec. 28, 1933, he was a son of the late Anthony and Mary (D'Angelo) Campano. Nick is survived by his beloved wife, Marjorie L. Peggy (Droske) Campano. Nick retired as a clerk from the U.S. Postal Service. During his 34 years of service, he worked in Glassport and Duquesne. Survivors include children, Nicholas (Diane), Lynn M. and Milissa (Jeffrey) Panchak; grandchildren, Cory, Jordan, Megan, Jacob and Luke; brother, Thomas Tucker (Irene); nieces and nephews. Nick was preceded in death by siblings, Julius Scamp, Louis, Anthony and Rose Ivkovich. Family and friends will be received at JAYCOX- JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME in McKeesport, on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Liberty Worship Site of St. Mark Parish, Monday at 10 a.m. Entombment will follow in New St. Joseph Mausoleum. Memorials are suggested to the Dementia Society of America. Condolences may be shared at: www.Jaycox-Jaworkifh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BAEHR CAROL LOUISE AGE 79, SCO...
BAEHR CAROL LOUISE Age 79, Scott Twp., passed away at home, after battling many illnesses, on Thursday, November 23, 2017. Beloved wife of 57 years to Norman W. Baehr; loving sister of Jacqueline Stebler, Sandy Oldaker, the late Bertha Holmes, and the late Marlin Drost; and many nieces and nephews. Carol loved spending time between her homes in Pittsburgh, the Youghiogheny, and Florida. She enjoyed her reading and most enjoyed spending time with her husband, family and friends. Friends welcome Monday 2-8 p.m., WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800) 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp., 15220. Funeral Service Tuesday 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Bethany Hospice, 6 Parkway Center, 875 Greentree Rd., Suite 100, Pgh., PA 15220. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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