FABISH NICHOLAS "NICK" E. Age 93, passed peacefully on Wednesday, February 19, 2014, of natural causes, at his residence at Cranberry Place in Cranberry Twp., surrounded by his family. Nick was born on August 16, 1920. He and his wife of 58 years, the late Helen Lucas, resided in Sharon, PA, until his retirement from Westinghouse when they moved to Palm Coast, FL. He graduated from Farrell High School in 1938 and his passion for the Farrell Steelers was unrivaled. Nick loved singing, dancing, and traveling. He was a loving father to his four children, Elaine Jewart and sons, Paul, Nick, Jr., and Brian. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ura; and his sisters, Wilba, Rosie, Kecki, and Honey. He leaves behind nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Liturgy will be celebrated at St. Andrew's Byzantine Church in Gibsonia, PA on Sunday, February 23, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., Wexford, PA. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BARRON SOPHIA M. (POKORA) AGE ...
BARRON SOPHIA M. (POKORA) Age 89, of Upper St. Clair, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2014, in her home. Beloved wife of the late William for 67 years; loving mother of Kathleen (Danny) Williams, Janine Neil, the late Cheryl Rippeon, and David Barron; caring grandmother of Anthony, Eric, Adam (Adele), and David; great- grandmother of Trevor and Leia; sister of the late John, Nick, Bernard Pokora, and Rose Helmeci. Sophia had a strong catholic faith and was a very active member in St. Louise de Marillac Church. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211, on Monday 9-10 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Louise de Marillac Church. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SPARKENBAUGH WILFRED J. ON FRI...
SPARKENBAUGH WILFRED J. On Friday, February 21, 2014, of Robinson Township, age 76. Husband of the late Mildred J. Sparkenbaugh; father of Kelly Gregos, Eric, and Jason (Michele) Sparkenbaugh; grandfather of Matthew, Dylan, and Amber; brother of Carol O'Donnell and Linda Zimmerman. Friends received Monday 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the JOSEPH M. SOMMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5405 Steubenville Pike, Moon Run, Robinson Twp., where a Funeral Service will be on Wednesday at 11 a.m., followed by Committal Prayers and military honors in Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SAUER ELIZABETH BETTY (KELLI...
SAUER ELIZABETH BETTY (KELLINGTON) Passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2014, at Shadyside Hospital, surrounded by family. Betty Kellington was born in Pittsburgh on December 14, 1935. A loving mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many, Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Regis (Red) Sauer; her parents, Chuck and Julia (Howard) Kellington; her beloved siblings, brothers, Chuck, Ed, Bob, Bill, Clem, and Leo Kellington and sisters, Sis (Gratton), Mary (Lipera), and Bernie (Lea-Passione). She is survived by her children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, and special friend, Ed Nemeth. Known as Gram to her grandchildren, she's remembered for baking soon after the grandkids arrived for visits and for sending care packages of homemade cinnamon rolls, apricot rolls, and cookies for the trip home. Betty had a sharp sense of humor, intentional or not, which would often leave her grandkids asking, Did Gram just say what I think she said? After the passing of her second husband, Red, Betty moved to Shaler, where she participated in many activities at, or sponsored by, The Millvale Senior Center. An avid bingo player with above average luck, she was right at home making new friends and even finding new love at the center. Betty's remains were donated to The Humanity Gift Registry, a private memorial will be held at a later date. The family asks that monetary contributions be made to The Betty Sauer Memorial Fund to benefit The Millvale Senior Center, 917 Evergreen Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15209. Arrangements entrusted to the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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STEVENS MARGARET M. FORMERLY O...
STEVENS MARGARET M. Formerly of Shadyside, on Friday, February 21, 2014, age 95. Beloved wife of the late Thomas J. Stevens, Sr.; mother of Thomas J. Stevens, Jr., Marilyn J. Stevens, and the late Earl James Stevens; mother-in-law of Margaret E. Sullivan; grandmother of Natalie Borkowski. Margaret volunteered at Meals-On-Wheels for 28 years as well as at the Animal Rescue League. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside, on Tuesday, 6-9 p.m., where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday at 12 p.m. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MARRISON ALICE 88, OF SOUTH PA...
MARRISON ALICE 88, of South Park, formerly of Mt. Oliver, on Friday, February 21, 2014. Daughter of the late Peter and Anna Miljus Honaew. Survived by her daughter, Patricia (David) Nicola; three grandchildren, Nicholas Honard, Jessica Nicola, and David Nicola. Preceded in death by her husband, Paul Marrison (1962); and loving companion of 38 years, Peter Schaas. Visitation will be on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2014, from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m., at CIESLAK & TATKO FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2935 Brownsville Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014, at the Cieslak & Tatko Funeral Home. To sign the online guestbook, please visit: www.cieslaktatko.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PELLEGRINI ANGELINA B. AGE 91,...
PELLEGRINI ANGELINA B. Age 91, of Mt. Lebanon, on Friday, February 21, 2014. Devoted mother of Judith A. (James) McNeely of Green Tree, the late Anita L. Davis and James F. Pellegrini (survived by Marian); sister of John Buchino, Stella Phillips and Dominic Nick Buchino; loving grandmother of Jennifer Pellegrini, Jessica McNeely, Karen Huttsell, Daniel Pellegrini, James McNeely and Mark Davis; loving great- grandmother of Destiny, Ryan, Colin, Claire, and Donovan. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon Wednesday 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Bernard Church Thursday morning at 11:30. If desired, memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, 301 Grant St., Pittsburgh, PA 15219. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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QUINN JAMES WILLIAM 76, BELOVE...
QUINN JAMES WILLIAM 76, beloved husband of Sondra (Schrenker) Quinn, formerly of Pittsburgh, died peacefully at his home in Naples, FL on February 10, 2014. Jim is survived by Sondra, his loving wife of 44 years; his siblings, Gerard L. (Gail) Quinn, John J. (Marguerite) Quinn, Elizabeth A. (Joseph) Antonucci; and his daughter, Patricia (Kevin) McCarthy. He was preceded in death by his parents, James W. and Elizabeth R. Quinn; and his brother, Patrick D. Quinn of New York City, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the James Quinn Memorial Fund, at Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples, FL 34112. To view the full obituary and leave online condolences, please go to: www.fullernaples.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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RUSSELL HOWARD G., SR. AGE 98,...
RUSSELL HOWARD G., Sr. Age 98, on Thursday, February 20, 2014, of South Hills. Husband of the late Ottilie M. (Heinzel); father of Reverend Howard G. (Kathy), Jr., Gary (Carol) and Carolyn Russell; grandfather of Kristin (Eric) Rinehart, Meridith Russell, Allison (Matthew) Kindler, Stephanie (Ryan) Sutter, Andrew (Kajal) Russell, John Russell and Paul (Jill) Russell; great- grandfather of Gary, Jacob, Christopher, Rachel, Joshua, Brooks, Seamus, Nathan, and Finn. Preceded in death by sisters, Betty Goodall, Pearl Russell and Dorothy Geib. Survived by sister, Kathryn Carr. Howard was a WWII Navy veteran, president of Allentown Savings & Loan Association from 1968-1986, a draftsman for Union Switch & Signal Company, and a longtime member of Hilltop United Methodist Church. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Rd., Brentwood, PA 15227, Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. and Thursday from 10-11 a.m., where Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Hilltop United Methodist Church, 631 Warrington Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15210. Please send condolences to: WWW.JOHNFSLATER.COM Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PHILLIPS RICHARD J. ON WEDNESD...
PHILLIPS RICHARD J. On Wednesday, February 19, 2014, Richard J. "Babe" Phillips, age 69, of Neville Island, passed peacefully to join his parents. He was the son of the late Rose Belloma Phillips and John Phillips; loving brother of John (Janet) of The Villages, FL, Rodney (Barbara) of Neville Island, David (Joan) of Ohio Township, and Donald (Lorna) of Kennedy Township; he is also survived by his nieces, Sharon and Miranda; and nephews, Johnny, Brian, Todd, and Mitchell; and aunts and cousins and a group of amazing dear friends. The day before he died, he had a great visit with seven of them who came to visit him in the hospital. Richard was an Army veteran and a retiree of the Allegheny County Police with 24 years of service. He enjoyed golfing with his friends and Wednesday breakfasts at Rea's. He was a 1964 graduate of Neville High School. Per his wishes, there will be no visitation. A celebration of his life will be held in late April. Details will follow. Professional services entrusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Blawnox. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PETERS MARIA ELIZABETH AGE 81,...
PETERS MARIA ELIZABETH Age 81, of Friendship Village, Upper St. Clair, on February 12, 2014. Devoted mother of John (Anne) McFeaters of Tannum Sands, Australia, Kristine (Paul) O'Brien of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and Charles (Joyce) McFeaters of Upper St. Clair; loving grandmother of Eleanor, Andrew, and Elizabeth McFeaters, John Paul and Anna O'Brien, Charles (Sarah), Robert, and Katherine McFeaters; sister of the late Bela and Leslie "Les" Karlovitz. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Robert H. Peters. Born in Budapest, Hungary, Maria was educated and grew up in Switzerland. She immigrated to the United States with her family in 1947 to rejoin her father who had come before the war to work on a special project at Westinghouse Electric Research. The family settled in Mt. Lebanon, PA, where Maria graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School with honors. She then went on to attend Carnegie Mellon University, School of Architecture, one of the first women to do so. With her natural talent for the analytical, Maria began her career in financial services as a pension and investment consultant. She earned her Certified Financial Planner designation in 1989 and opened her own practice as one of America's first fee only female financial planners. Maria was a co-founder and retired Vice-President of Santori & Peters, Inc., Registered Investment Advisors, a personal wealth management firm located in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. She previously served on the Santori & Peters Board of Directors. Maria was a long-term Board member and past president of the Pittsburgh Financial Planning Association (FPA). She also held the Certified Financial Planner and Accredited Investment Fiduciary designations. With over 30 years of financial service experience, she brought to each client a wealth of financial expertise and sound financial judgment. Along the way, Maria raised three children and was a great inspiration to her eight grandchildren, whom she enjoyed immensely. She was an avid gardener, an excellent skier and in her day, one of the top tennis players in the tri-state area, activities she continued her entire life. Maria did volunteer work at Woodville and Morganza, she was a cub scout den mother, and always had an open door for friends and relatives when they needed help. She was a remarkable woman whose grace and gentility touched everyone she encountered. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mount Lebanon, Friday evening, Feb. 28, 2014, from 5:00 until 8:00, with a Funeral Service Saturday morning, March 1, 2014, at 10:30. Interment Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DASTA ESTHER ELLEN MRS. ESTHER...
DASTA ESTHER ELLEN Mrs. Esther Ellen Dasta, 87, of West Columbia, SC, formerly of Verona, PA, died Monday, February 17, 2014, at Lexington Medical Center. Services will be private. A daughter of the late Andrew Sofko and Esther (Jerry) Sofko, she was born in Homestead, PA. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Dasta, who died in 1995. She is survived by a son, Ronald J. Dasta, West Columbia, SC; a daughter, Connie Ramsey, Penn Hills, PA; six grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren; and one great- great-grandson. Expressions of sympathy may be left at: www.southcarolinacremation.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BRAUN WESLEY A. WES AGE 97, ...
BRAUN WESLEY A. WES Age 97, of Bellefonte, PA, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, died peacefully at his daughter's home, Sunday, February 9, 2014. Born January 15, 1917, at his parents home in Pittsburgh. He was the son of the late Mary Irene Coleman and Benjamin Arthur Braun; and brother of the late William E. Braun. On April 4, 1941, he married Dorothy Mae Little, who preceded him in death on March 13, 2002. He is survived by his daughters, Barbara J. Braun of State College, PA and Janet L. Bartley (Francis) of Bellefonte; granddaughters, Ida (John) O'Donald and Barbara (Chris) Rossman of Bellefonte, and Lena Higgins of Snydertown; great-grandchildren, Sarah (Nick) Ward, John O'Donald, James O'Donald, Benjamin Higgins, Eva (Chris) Hodgdon, Caleb Rossman, Grace Rossman, Shane Kaschalk, and Andrew Kaschalk; two great- great-grandsons, William Ward and William Hodgdon; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and loving friends; and his special lady friend, Betty Sherword, and her children and grandchildren who became his extended Pittsburgh family. Wes grew up in Pittsburgh and graduated from Peabody High School in 1936. During those years, he participated in sports and held various part time jobs to help support the family. At age 20, he began his lifetime employment with the United States Postal Service, retiring after 35 years of service, holding various positions during those years. During World War II, he served his country in the United Stated Army, in charge of mail services for the military after the occupation of Japan, overseeing services from the central post office on the Island of Suppora, Japan. After retirement, he worked a variety of jobs, having learned several trades and many skills over the years, but the one he enjoyed the most was as a tour guide for Lenzner Buses as a tour guide for many visitors and dignitaries, providing them with detailed information of Pittsburgh history and little known facts. He was always willing to help anyone with anything and did it with a smile. He enjoyed sports, having had the opportunity to be teen young adult when Pittsburgh Pirate Baseball and Pirate Football were in their young years. He played neighborhood ball with players that went on to be professionals and owners. He enjoyed attending the space launches while his cousin was an astronaut and doing space walks, traveling across the United States to learn more history, camping at Hidden Valley in Mifflinburg, PA, baking, gardening, crafts, woodworking, writing poetry, leading discussion groups and churches as a lay pastor, involvement with Camp Lambec near Erie, PA as board member, counselor, teacher, and activities director, Sunday school superintendent and teacher and board member. He served at local, district, state, and national level for the Presbyterian church. Those who knew him will remember him most for baking and sharing his clothespin cookies, food from his garden, his gentle kindness, his love of God, country, and family, and ability for this large man to make everyone feel comfortable. A member of the First Presbyterian Church of Bellefonte for years while he lived here, and North Hills Presbyterian Church in West View, while living there. At his request, memorial contributions may be made in his honor at either of the above churches. Celebration of Life gathering will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Bellefonte on Saturday, April 26, 2014, at 1 p.m., following observance of Lent and Easter, as he requested. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SCALISE CAROLINE B. AGE 80, OF...
SCALISE CAROLINE B. Age 80, of Scott Twp., peacefully at home, on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. Beloved wife for 63 years of Tony Scalise, with whom they were blessed with five children, Joe (Jackie), Laurie, Diane (Larry Schiff), Tony, Jr. (Terri) and the late Pam; grandmother of Joey, Lindsay, Sean and Shannon Scalise, Matt and Mike Marino, Jeremy Schiff and Michael and Pam Scalise. Carol was a proud member of Good Shepard Lutheran Church in Scott Twp. She spent her time nurturing and caring for others, and loved to cook. She was also a very talented artist and had her own business, Clay Creations, for a short time. Carol will be missed by all of her friends and family. At her request, a Memorial Service will be held in Good Shepard Lutheran Church on Saturday, March 1, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. The Scalise family requests your prayers as we mourn the loss of our wife and mother. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepard Lutheran Church, 1700 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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POSCH DORIS I. (MCDANIELS) AGE...
POSCH DORIS I. (McDANIELS) Age 85, of McKees Rocks, on Friday, February 14, 2014. Beloved wife of the late John R. Posch; dear sister of the late James E. McDaniels; survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends are welcome to attend her funeral service at 11 a.m. on Monday, February 24, 2014, at the Christ Community Church, 900 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks. Arrangements entrusted to McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., McKees Rocks. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PEACH DOLORES ON TUESDAY, FEBR...
PEACH DOLORES On Tuesday, February 18, 2014, Dolores, age 84, of Whitehall. Beloved sister of Elizabeth (Putsy) Peach; cousin of Betsy Wazny, Charlene Dithrich, Margaret Rainville, Gilbert Gorse, Kathy Bristow, and James Peach. No Visitation or Service. Memorial donations may be made in Dolores's memory to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Arrangements by GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-655-4400/4600. www.GriffithFH.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BRUNNER GERTRUDE J. AGE 88, ON...
BRUNNER GERTRUDE J. Age 88, on Monday, February 17, 2014, of Castle Shannon. Wife of the late Walter J. Brunner, Sr.; mother of Julia and Dave Weber of North Huntingdon, Bernadette Drake of Kentucky and Dennis Paul Brunner, also of Kentucky; sister of Connie (Wayne) Cochs of Conneaut Lake, Paul (Jackie) Meyers of Pittsburgh and Dr. Eugene (Marietta) Meyers of Georgia; also survived by 12 grandchildren, 14 great- grandchildren, special friends the Karambelkar family and many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was held in St. Anne Church on Wednesday, February 19, 2014, with interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements handled by the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HARKIEWICZ JANET R. (SANDERS) ...
HARKIEWICZ JANET R. (SANDERS) Age 89, a resident of New Hope and lifelong resident of Avalon, on February 19, 2014, Janet R. (Sanders) Harkiewicz, mother of the late Bruce Harkiewicz and Lu Harkiewicz-Pitzer; grandmother of Emily Pitzer, Kristen Weatherbee, Amy Evans, and Leah Martinez; sister of David Sanders (Nancy) and the late Elizabeth Brown (Frank); also survived by several nieces and nephews including Sally Adams and Dennis (Julie) Brown and many great-grandchildren. Services and interment will be private. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Avenue, Ste. E-201, Pgh., 15222. Arrangements by McDONALD - LINN FUNERAL HOME, INC., Avalon. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KAFERLE MARTIN S. BUTCH AGE ...
KAFERLE MARTIN S. BUTCH Age 70, of Allentown, on February 16, 2014. Cherished friend of Jean Bucaro; dear brother of Dolores Haines (Bill), Patricia Richards (Jim), Frances Fath (Ed) and Anna Kunig (Glenn); many nieces and nephews. Services private. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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POTTS ROY IN MEMORIAM LOVING M...
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In Memoriam
Loving memories never die as years roll on and days pass by. In our hearts a memory is kept of the one we love and will never forget.
Sadly missed by his wife Margaret, Jim, Barb, Mary Jane, Flo & Grandchildren.
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