BASISTA JOHN F. Age 58, of Collinsburg, on Monday, March 3, 2014. Husband of Kathy (Figiel) Basista; father of Jonathan Basista and Kristin Basista, both of Collinsburg; brother of Charisse Adams, Bernice (Kenneth) Fine, Joseph (Stacey) Basista and Frank (Glenda) Basista, all of Whitsett; numerous nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Alicia Adams. He retired from U.S. Steel. Friends will be received 6-8 p.m. Thursday and 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the J. WILLIAM McCAULEY, JR. FUNERAL HOME, INC., 901 Vine St., West Newton, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday. Interment in West Newton Cemetery. www.mccauleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KERR W. GREGG AGE 86, OF SAXON...
KERR W. GREGG Age 86, of Saxonburg, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 2, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. Born October 30, 1927, in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the son of the late William Gregg Kerr and Catherine (Evans) Kerr. Gregg was a graduate of Wilkinsburg High School (1945). He served active duty in the U.S. Naval Aviation Service and was discharged in May of 1947. Gregg graduated from Cornell in 1949 and University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1952. He spent his career as a partner with Eckert, Seamans, Cherin & Mellott in the Litigation and Corporate departments. He was past Chairman of the International Lawyers' Group. Gregg served many years as a Board Member of the Butler County Airport Authority. He was an accomplished photographer and shotgun shooter, and an avid aviator. He enjoyed fishing, sailing, reading, travel and classical music. Surviving are loving children, Stephen Bruce (Kathy) Kerr of Green Brook, NJ, Brian Keith (Michele) Kerr of Pittsburgh, Douglas Gregg Kerr of Sarver, Robert Duncan (Eve) Kerr of Ann Arbor, MI, and Wendy Kerr (Fernando) Recio of Cabot; his grandchildren, Geoffrey Matthew (Lauren) Kerr of Tuscan, AZ, Jeramie Paige Kerr of Green Brook, NJ, W. Teague Kerr and Kendel Jane Kerr of Pittsburgh, Jessica Audrey Kerr and Rachel Julia Kerr of Ann Arbor, MI, Christopher Douglas Recio of Knoxville, TN, and Megan Elizabeth Recio of Cabot; his great-granddaughter, River Juliete Kerr of Tuscan, AZ; his sister, Mary "Kay" Catherine Atteberry of Kansas City, KS; and his beloved companion, Gretchen E. Hart of Pittsburgh. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death (1982) by his wife of thirty years, Jane Backus Kerr. Friends will be received on Thursday, March 6, 2014, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the FOX FUNERAL HOME, INC., 410 W. Main Street, Saxonburg, PA. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 7, 2014, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Prostate Cancer Foundation. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BOWEN DANIEL JOHN AGE 78, PASS...
BOWEN DANIEL JOHN Age 78, passed peacefully at home on March 4, 2014, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Catherine Marlene. Daniel is survived by his children, Kelly (Dave) Trocano, Dana (Greg) Yobbi, Jaimy (George) Gallagher, Shawn (Jeanine) Bowen, Carrie (Scott) Mattola, Aaron Bowen, and the late Glen (survived by Debbie) Bowen; grandfather of Justin, Tina, Tyler, Caitlin, Courtney, Evan, Sarah, Lydia, Jack, Desiree, Ashley, Kelsey, Jake, Marissa, Luke, Kyle, Danny, and Connor. Friends received Wednesday 6-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral prayer Friday 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Anne Church at 11 a.m. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BRENNAN DONALD H. OF SHADYSIDE...
BRENNAN DONALD H. Of Shadyside, formerly of Bethel Park. Husband of Audrey; father of Bob (Dina) Brennan; grandfather of Adrienne and Jordan Brennan; also dear cousin of Aldona and Diane Zilinskas and Theresa Hoover. Don's wishes were to donate his body to the University of Pittsburgh Medical School. Funeral arrangements are private. Donations may be made to Hillman Cancer Center, Centre Avenue, Shadyside, PA. A Celebration of Don's life will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. at 4925 Cheyenne Court, Gibsonia, PA 15044. Arrangements entrusted to the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PALKOT JOHN S., M.D. AGE 87, D...
PALKOT JOHN S., M.D. Age 87, died peacefully on February 26, 2014, after an extended illness. He was a long time resident of Martinsburg, WV, where he practiced medicine for 49 years. Born in McKees Rocks (Pittsburgh), PA, he was the son of the late John S. Palkot and Mamie Bradunas Palkot of Pittsburgh, PA. He was the loving husband of Hilda Hiner Palkot for 30 years until her death in 1982. He was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond Palket (Kathleen d.) of Aliquippa, PA, in 2006. He is survived by his brother, Edward Palkot (Anne d.) of Garden City, NY; and his sister, Mildred Palkot Sukys (Bronius). He was godfather and uncle to Edward Palkot, Jr. (Debbie) and dear uncle to Barbara Palkot Hymans (Don), Patty Palkot Abdellatif (Abe), Gregory Palkot, Jean Palket Beardsley, Kathy Palket, Nancy Sukys, M.D., and Janet Sukys Petrauskas; also survived by many grandnieces and grandnephews. He was a dear friend and doctor to Johnny Miller for many years, who was by his side during his entire illness. Dr. Palkot was the son of Lithuanian parents. He was named after his father and learned the elements of hard work and business. He was always by his father's side and proud to be named after him. Later in life, he had the opportunity to visit Lithuania to see where his father was born. Up until his death, he still talked about what a beautiful country Lithuania was. He was a 1945 graduate of Allegheny High School and was valedictorian of his class. He was co-captain of the football team and was known to forge his mother's signature so that he could play. He was a veteran of World War II where he held the rank of Technician Fourth Grade. He was part of a secret decoding group in Eretria, Africa. After being released from duty, he attended the University of Pittsburgh and was bestowed the degree of Electrical Engineer in 1950. While working at his first job as an engineer at Westinghouse, he met his future wife, Hilda Hiner. After marrying in 1953, they decided that he should pursue his dream of becoming a medical doctor. He graduated from West Virginia University Medical School in 1964 and began his practice in Martinsburg on Winchester Avenue, and also worked for the VA Hospital. During this time, he served as Plant Physician at Corning Glassworks. Later he opened the Inwood Family Medicine office in Inwood, WV. He was associated with Berkeley Medical Center, formerly known as City Hospital. Dr. Palkot retired from practice in September 2013 at age 87. He always had a kind heart with helping people. He was a lover of dogs and owned many pets. His talents were far and wide and ranged from building a boat out of wood to fixing the gutters. He had the ability to make people laugh and let them know that he cared about them. He will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved him. Friends will be welcome at 327 W. King Street, Martinsburg, WV 25401 on Thursday, March 6, 2014, from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. at BROWN FUNERAL HOME. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 7, 2014, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Martinsburg. Interment will be held at noon on Saturday, March 8, 2014, in Hamilton Chapel Cemetery in Bolar, VA. Online condolences may be offered at: www.BrownFuneralHomesWV.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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WEBER-BUSBY JUNE (MARSH) ON MA...
WEBER-BUSBY JUNE (MARSH) On March 2, 2014, age 87, of North Carolina. Daughter of the late Joseph and Laura Mae Marsh; beloved wife of the late Francis B. Weber; cherished mother of Frances B. Fran Weber and Gail W. (Larry) Fleszar; special grandmother of Jennifer L. (Andrew) Corson; loving great- grandmother of Alexa, Emily and Matthew Corson; sister of Laura (Raymond) Butko, Joanne Scott, Carol (Ronald) Kerrigan, Connie (Alexander) Wahal and Janice (Paul) Conley; also many nieces and nephews. Friends received Thursday 2 4 and 7 9 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall, PA 15120 (412-461-6394), where services will be held on Friday at noon with Rev. Keith Kaufold officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Hospital for Children, The Smile Train, 262 Danny Thomas Pl., Memphis, TN 38105. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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REID JAMES E. AGE 77, OF MURRY...
REID JAMES E. Age 77, of Murrysville, passed away March 3, 2014, at home. He was born June 8, 1937, in Pittsburgh. He was the son of the late Richard Hayes and Hazel Pauline Knight Reid. James is survived by his daughter, Debbie (Tony) Carrabbia of McKees Rocks; three grandchildren, Miranda, Nico, and Selena; sister, Arlene (Jim) Mentzer of Murrysville; and three nephews; Rick, Steve, and David Madden. Arrangements entrusted to HART FUNERAL HOME, INC., Murrysville. www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DONNELLY ELIZABETH JANE "BETTY...
DONNELLY ELIZABETH JANE "BETTY" Age 93, of Elco, PA, formerly of Beechview, died Saturday, March 1, 2014. She was born Tuesday, February 8, 1921, in Pittsburgh, PA, a daughter of the late Casimer and Clara (Bloxsom) Haney. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Donnelly, on July 18, 1960, two brothers and two sisters. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Betty Stevenson and husband George of Newark, OH, Bob (the late Diane) Donnelly of Castle Shannon, PA, and Kathy Rice and husband Curt of Speers, PA; also surviving are six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the MARISCOTTI FUNERAL HOME, INC., Anthony N. Mariscotti, Supervisor, 323 Fourth Street, California, PA on Thursday, March 6, 2014, from 7-9 p.m. and until 10 a.m. on Friday, March 7, 2014, when prayers of transfer will be said in the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. in St. Thomas Aquinas Church, with Fr. Michael Zavage as celebrant. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GILARSKI MARY 92, ON SUNDAY, M...
GILARSKI MARY 92, on Sunday, March 2, 2014, Mary Simcik Gilarski of Myrtle Beach, formerly of West Mifflin, died at Waccamaw Community Hospital. She was born in Braddock, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Adams Simcik. She was a member of Saint Andrew Roman Catholic Church and very active with the Surfside Seniors. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Charles Cuddy Gilarski; a son, Ed Gilarski; and her siblings, Joseph Simcik, Cy Simcik, and Margaret Gilarski. Survivors include her daughter, Mary Jane (Kevin) O'Neill of Myrtle Beach; a son, Ken (Maureen) Gilarski of West Mifflin; a daughter, Colleen (Jim) Kozub of Penn Hills; and a daughter-in-law, Kathy Gilarski of Penn Hills; seven grandchildren, Kevin (Jenn) Gilarski, Amanda (Brian) Mancuso, Danny Kozub, Jeff (Tammy) Kozub, Bob Gilarski, all of Pennsylvania, Brian O'Neill of New Jersey and Eric O'Neill of Myrtle Beach; and great- grandchildren, Madeline and Hailey Gilarski, Frankie Mancuso and Ashlyn Noelle Kozub; and a sister, Eleanor (Michael) Steger of Lincoln Place; plus several nieces and nephews. Calling hours with the family will be on Thursday, March 6, 2014, from 2-8 p.m. in the SCHLEIFER FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., (412-271-1361), 534 Jones Avenue, North Braddock. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Church of Good Shepherd Parish, 1600 Brinton Road, Braddock Hills, PA, at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 7, 2014. Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer's Disease Research, 4124 Clemson Boulevard, Suite L, Anderson, SC 29621. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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ELEAM JACQUELINE (MCCLOUD) AGE...
ELEAM JACQUELINE (McCLOUD) Age 61, of Wilkinsburg, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2014. Beloved wife of Terrell Eleam; loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend to many. Visitation on Friday 4-8 p.m. in the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Funeral Service Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Ebenezer Baptist Church, 2001 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Interment Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BUSHEM LEONARD LENNY J., SR....
BUSHEM LEONARD LENNY J., SR. Leonard J. Bushem, Sr., a Pearl Harbor survivor, age 92, of West Deer Township, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2014. He is survived by four daughters, Sandra Lee Dowdy, Cathy (Ron) Henderson, Nancy (Art) Hall, Barbara (Mike) Kidder; son, Leonard Bushem, Jr.; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; four siblings, Faith DeLong, Pauline (Stanley) Tishman, Rosalie Dodson, Lawrence Bushem. In addition to his parents, Vito and Josephine (Columbus) Buscemi, he was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys (Green) Bushem; daughter, Judith Ann Schrott, and six siblings. Lenny's family will welcome friends from 12-8 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2014, at the KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC, 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, March 7, 2014, at the St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 2510 Middle Road in Glenshaw. Expressions of sympathy may be shared at: www.kingfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MAZZOTTA NORMA LEE (NUSSER) AG...
MAZZOTTA NORMA LEE (NUSSER) Age 88, passed peacefully in hospice care, the evening of Saturday, March 1, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Mazzotta; and dear mother of the late Sammy Mazzotta; beloved aunt of Jean (Nusser) Kablack and Harton Wolf, who were blessed to have her spend these past five years with them. Beloved sister of Warren Pro, 92, of Gainesville, Florida; beloved aunt of Anne Wilson (Rodney), John Kloffenstein (Renee), Laura Buchanan (Grant), Helen Fogarty (Jim) and Polly Dubetz (Tony); treasured great aunt of Joshua Kablack (Darcy) and Aaron Kablack (Sara). Her pleasant disposition, positive outlook, wit and wonderful sense of humor will be missed by all who knew her. She was an avid reader, lifelong writer of longhand letters to everyone she cared about and a passionate sports fan, always rooting for her Pittsburgh home teams no matter where she lived. Also preceding her in death were brothers, Herbert, Charlie, Richard, Raymond, Arthur, and Norman; and her beloved only sister, Vivienne. In addition to the nieces and nephews already mentioned, she is survived by many others, including three grandchildren, Mark, Kristine and David; two great-grandchildren, Dakota and Joshua; her dear grand-nephew, Adam; and her beloved great-grand-nephew, Caleb, who brought her so much joy. In accordance with her wishes, there will be no visitation. Family and friends may gather at D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., 4522 Butler Street, Lawrenceville, at 12:00 p.m. to proceed to the Chapel in Allegheny Cemetery for a 12:30 p.m. Service on Friday, March 7, 2014. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Family Hospice or a charity of your choice. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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CHRISTOPHER JAMIE MICHELLE AGE...
CHRISTOPHER JAMIE MICHELLE Age 36, suddenly on March 1, 2014. Beloved daughter of Lisa Christopher and James (wife Ellie) Christopher; granddaughter of the late Marion and James Christopher; loving mother of Evan; dear wife of Sammy Belenis; sister of Michael, Kristin, Brian, Leah, and Elizabeth; also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation THURSDAY ONLY 2-8 p.m. at STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, 920 Cedar Ave. (across from A.G.H.). Funeral blessing 4 p.m. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LUCKEY HELEN G. AGE 92, OF EAS...
LUCKEY HELEN G. Age 92, of East Liberty, peacefully on Saturday, March 1, 2014. Wife of the late Calvert Luckey; sister of Russell V. Galloway, and the late Raymond and Elizabeth Galloway. Professional services entrusted to COSTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-661-5916. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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METROVICH STEVE A. AGE 81, OF ...
METROVICH STEVE A. Age 81, of Kennedy Twp., on March 1, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Dolores; loving father of David (Laura) and the late MaryAnn; cherished grandfather of Samuel Jones, Stevi (Chris Dickcow) Metrovich, and Brianne Lohman; great-grandfather of Bryant Metrovich and Addison Dickcow; brother of Edward Metrovich, Richard Metrovich, Boots Paul, Ruth Hewston, Helen Bonetti, Shirley Fisher, Patricia Corbin, Judy Metrovich, Audrey Weissgerber, and the late Joseph Metrovich, and Diana Lynn Metrovich. Friends will be received THURSDAY from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp., where Prayers will be offered FRIDAY at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Malachy Church at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693. www.mcdermottfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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AMANTEA DOROTHY MARCH 5, 1923 ...
AMANTEA
DOROTHY
March 5, 1923 - March 28, 2012
Gone are the days we used to share, but in our hearts you are always there. Never more than a thought away. Loved and remembered every day.
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KREK VIRGINIA R. (WASIK) AGE 8...
KREK VIRGINIA R. (WASIK) Age 80, of Presto, on March 1, 2014. Beloved wife of the late John G. Krek; daughter of the late Stanley and Jenny Wasik; devoted mother of Linda (Alan) Bambic, Irma Krek, Diana Boyce and John (Marian) Krek; sister of Stephen Wasik, Chester Wasik, Helen Buydash, Christine (Don) Sherge, the late Julie Ceyrolles, the late Stella Teyssier and the late Rose Lousie Wasik; cherished grandmother of Michael Krek, Jason (Becky) Boyce, Joshua Robson, Katie Krek and John Krek; and great-grandmother of five; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Virginia was an employee of the Raddisson Greentree Marriott for 25 years and a member of the Bridgeville American Legion and the Bridgeville Sygan SNPJ. Friends will be received on Thursday from 2-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, (412-221-3333). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Barbara Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to AseraCare Hospice. View and send condolences at: www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DUDAS BARBARA C. (SUCEVIC) OF ...
DUDAS BARBARA C. (SUCEVIC) Of Munhall, on February 28, 2014, age 92. Beloved wife of the late John S. Dudas; mother of Barbara Ann Dudas and Robert (Deborah) Dudas; sister of the late Michael Sucevic, Anthony Sucevic, Joseph Sucevic, Steven Sucevic, Agnes Rupcic, Rose Sudarich, Mary Loncaric, Sophie Sushan and Ann Koch; grandmother of Jennifer and Melani; great-grandmother of Michael; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, Thursday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Mass Friday 1:00 p.m., Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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JOYCE MARTY JUNE 3, 1961 ~ MAR...
JOYCE
MARTY
June 3, 1961 ~ March 5, 2013
It's been a year without hearing your laughter or seeing your smile. There is an emptiness not having you here. We miss you very much. Your courage during your illness taught us to never give up, to think positive and always use our Faith to guide us through our challenges. You and Dad are forever in our hearts. We Love you guys so much.
Love Always, Mom, Brothers, Sisters, Nephews, Nieces, Family & Friends
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THOMPSON THELMA R. 03/05/1926 ...
THOMPSON
THELMA R.
03/05/1926 - 04/27/12
Happy Birthday, Mom!
We love you wherever you are.
Love, Donna, Gregory, Claude,
and Darcel
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