CAMPBELL WALTER W., Jr. Age 68, of Shaler Twp., formerly of Spring Garden, on March 10, 2014. Devoted husband of Jane A.; loving father of Glen W. (Kristin), Mark B., Brian P. (Maura), and Jason R. (Brandy) Campbell; son of the late Rita and Walter W. Campbell, Sr.; brother of the late Catherine Campbell; Beloved Pap of Ashlee R., Kayla L., Braeden M., and Devyn L. Campbell, and Courtney Henson. Visitation Wed., March 12, 2014, 7-9 p.m. and Thurs., March 13, 2014, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Blessing Service Fri., March 14, 2014, 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials suggested to the American Diabetes Assoc., 100 West Station Square Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Please visit us at: www.neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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CAMPBELL WALTER W., JR. AGE 68...
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HINDMAN SUZAN ELIZABETH AGE 53...
HINDMAN SUZAN ELIZABETH Age 53, on Monday, March 10, 2014, of Churchill. Loving daughter of Suzann L. Hindman of Churchill and the late John W. Hindman; sister of John Hindman, Jr. of Frenchtown, NJ; longtime companion of Patrick Foley; also survived by aunts, uncles, nephews, and nieces. Elizabeth was on the board of directors of the Ward Home for Children and a graduate of Westminster College. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001, FRIDAY ONLY 2-4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until time of service at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ward Home for Children. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SMERSKY RICHARD MICHAEL 87, OF...
SMERSKY RICHARD MICHAEL 87, of Pittsburgh, on Monday, March 10, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Hollister Smersky; son of the late Michael and Margaret Emge Smersky; dear father of Stephen (Eileen) Smersky, Mark (Julie Reigle) Smersky, and the late Kathryn (Jerry Kimmel); grandfather of Mary (Brian) Elford, Matthew (Jessica) Smersky, and Jesse Woodell; great-grandfather of Grace, Jack, Carolena, Jameson, and Maria. Friends welcome Wednesday, March 12, 2014, 6-8 p.m. and Thursday, March 13, 2014, 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. in WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Friday in St. Margaret of Scotland Church. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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CHOSKY HELEN PASSED AWAY PEACE...
CHOSKY HELEN Passed away peacefully in her sleep, Thursday, March 6, 2014, at the home of her son in Huntingtown, Maryland. Helen was born in Lincoln, AR in 1937. She is survived by her loving husband, Marvin, a long time Pittsburgh resident; her son, Max; her daughter, Mary Dee; three grandchildren; four great- grandchildren; nieces and nephews; her sister, Dorothy Ross of Oklahoma City; and sister, Better Miller of Farmington, AR. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BEDNAR SR. ROSARIA, CDP AGE 98...
BEDNAR Sr. ROSARIA, CDP Age 98, of McCandless Township, died peacefully at Providence Heights on March 10, 2014. Sr. Rosaria (Mary Eleanor Catherine) was born May 13, 1915, in McKees Rocks, PA. She entered the Sisters of Divine Providence on September 5, 1932. Throughout the next 75 years, she faithfully and joyfully served God and others in the Diocese of Pittsburgh and for over 53 years, eight at the elementary level and 45 years teaching secondary math, science, Spanish, and religion. She taught at St. Basil's in Carrick, St. Mary's in McKees Rocks, and St. Thomas High School in Braddock. Sr. Rosaria taught at Duquesne University and Washington University in Washington, D.C. and was adjunct professor in the math department at La Roche College. She also taught in the mission in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. Sr. Rosaria received a Bachelor's and Master's in Education from Duquesne University. She received a Certificate in physics from Case-Western University and the University of Pittsburgh, and a Math Project Certificate from the University of Illinois. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Anna Bednar; seven brothers; and four sisters. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Blanche Bednar; and many nieces and nephews and countless friends. Friends will be received at Providence Heights on Wednesday, March 12, 2014, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Wake Service at 7:00 p.m. Visitation Thursday, March 13, 2014, from 12-3:30 p.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in the Divine Providence Chapel at 4 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Sisters of Divine Providence Retirement Fund, 9000 Babcock Blvd., Allison Park, PA 15101 or at www.divineprovidenceweb.org. Arrangements entrusted to ANTHONY G. STAAB FUNERAL HOME, INC. Add a tribute at: www.staabfuneral.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MALLOY JOHN R. DICK OF WILKI...
MALLOY JOHN R. DICK Of Wilkins, on Monday, March 10, 2014, at UPMC East. Born September 13, 1939, son of the late John E. and Marguerite (Airhart) Malloy. John enjoyed bicycling on local rails to trails and passages. He worked for Gulf Oil/Chevron companies for more than 30 years. John was the brother of Thomas Malloy, Penn Twp., David (Betty Rae) Malloy, Forest Hills, and Rose Malloy, Annapolis; also survived by three nieces, two nephews, and six great-nieces and one great- nephew. Family and friends received at the ROBERT P. KARISH FUNERAL HOME, Brinton Rd. and 4th St., Braddock Hills, PA, 412-271-3430, on Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where a Blessing Service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. Family suggests memorial contributions be made to Rails to Trails or your favorite charity. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PEROK MICHAEL A. AGE 95, OF FI...
PEROK MICHAEL A. Age 95, of Findlay Twp., Imperial, PA, on Sunday evening, March 9, 2014. Beloved husband of 63 years to Rose Marie (Zajac) Perok; beloved father of Mary Ann Perok, Michelle Shelly Perok, and the late Victoria Vicky Perok, who passed on September 2, 1969; brother of the late Pauline Marflak, Elias Perock, Mary Perock, Joseph Perock, Anthony Perock, and Helen Kukla; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mike was a member of St. Columbkille R.C. Church, band leader of the former Michael Perok and the Cavaliers and with the Happy Slovenians. He played the accordion on radio station WRYO Rochester, PA, and WBVP Beaver Falls, PA, and numerous Pittsburgh radio stations. He retired from J & L Steel, Aliquippa, after 30 years of service. He served his country as a sergeant in the U.S. Army during WWII, where he spearheaded for General Patton. He was a life member of the VFW Montour Valley, Post 7714, Imperial, and a life member of the SNPJ Lodge #106, Imperial. Family to receive friends at the WHARTON-HERRICK FUNERAL HOME, Edward M. Herrick Funeral Director/Owner, 951 Cliff Mine Rd., N. Fayette Twp., Imperial, PA, 724-695-7332, Thurs., March 13, 2014, 7-9 p.m. and Fri., March 14, 2014, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Columbkille R.C. Church, Rt. 30, Imperial, Sat., March 15, 2014, at 10:30 a.m., followed by interment with full military honors in St. Columbkille Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BARBAROW HAVONDA O. AGE 93, OF...
BARBAROW HAVONDA O. Age 93, of Imperial, PA, on Monday, March 10, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Clifford Barbarow, who died February 27, 1997; beloved mother of Raymond (Susan) Barbarow and Gary (Sandra) Barbarow; adored grandmother of five; cherished great-grandmother of ten. Family to receive friends at the WHARTON-HERRICK FUNERAL HOME, Edward M. Herrick Funeral Director/Owner, 951 Cliff Mine Rd., N. Fayette Twp., Imperial, PA, 724-695-7332, on Wednesday, March 12, 2014, from 4-7 p.m., where a Blessing Service will take place at 4 p.m. Interment to follow in Carder Cemetery, Vadis, WV. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GABRIEL KATHLEEN J. (BELL) OF ...
GABRIEL KATHLEEN J. (BELL) Of McKees Rocks, passed on March 10, 2014. She was born December 8, 1942, in Pittsburgh, PA. Beloved wife of Richard Gabriel; dear mother of Noreen Gabriel; sister of Colleen (Anthony) Romano, and Marianne Johnson; aunt of Colleen Thompson, Daniel Johnson, Anthony Martuscelli, Garrett Johnson, Richard, Robert, Ronald Sperduti, and Keith Hoffman. Friends will be received FRIDAY from 9 a.m. until the time of a Blessing Service at 11 a.m. at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1225 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Animal Rescue League, ATTN: Donations Department, 6620 Hamilton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KNABLE F.E. "BUD" 80, OF BETHE...
KNABLE F.E. "BUD" 80, of Bethel Park, after a life well lived, went home to be with our Lord, Sunday, March 9, 2014. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 59 years, Shirley J. (Vernon) Knable. He was the loving father of Diane (Ray) Haid of Bethel Park, Doug (Marty) Knable of Franklin Park, and Sharon (Rich) Pletz of Peters Township. Bud is also survived by his 11 wonderful grandchildren, Breanna (Joe) Richards, Shana (Hawkins) Dykes, Kayla Haid, Kelly, Christine and Kathryn Knable, Samuel, Jacob, Daniel, Grace, and Luke Pletz; he was the brother of Barbara (Dale) Hooper of Basking Ridge, NJ. Before his 28 year retirement full of family, sailing, golf, travel, and Florida sun, Bud culminated his 32 years of service to Gulf Oil as manager of tax and compliance. Mr. Knable was the last remaining employee for Gulf Oil in the Pittsburgh tower as he completed the final Gulf Oil tax returns and filings in the mid 1980s. A celebration of his life will occur at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 14, 2014, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2040 Washington Rd., Upper St. Clair. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Bud's memory to Westminster Presbyterian Church or Grove City College. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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TRELEANI CHRISTOPHER J., JR. C...
TRELEANI CHRISTOPHER J., JR. Christopher J. Treleani, Jr., age 21, of Richland Township, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 8, 2014. He is survived by his father, Christopher Treleani, Sr.; stepmother, Rosvita Gold Matthes; sister, Carolina Matthes-Dotto; grandparents, Louis and Mary Treleani; grandmother, Kathleen Treleani; uncles, Patrick Treleani, Jon Treleani and Scott Owen; and girlfriend, Cydney Butler. He was preceded in death by his mother, Beth Bajack; and grandfather, Emil Bajack. Chris was a student at CCAC and he loved to snowboard with family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 14, 2014, at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Gibsonia. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bethany Lutheran Church, 5155 N. Pioneer Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Christopher's family at: www.kingfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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CARLIN ELIZABETH J. BETTY (J...
CARLIN ELIZABETH J. BETTY (JANES) 89, of Oakmont, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2014. Wife of the late Robert B. Carlin, Ph.D.; sister of Patricia Janes, the late Kelly Janes, and the late Robert Janes; mother of Barbara Carlin, Jim (Laura) Carlin, Mark (Bonnie Carroll) Carlin, Richard (Jeannie) Carlin, and John (Kim) Carlin; and proud grandmother of eight. Betty graduated from Trinity College with a B.S. in Chemistry and was one of the first women admitted to Georgetown University School of Foreign Service. While raising five children, Betty earned her Master's in library sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and then ran the Oakmont Carnegie Library for two decades, where her love of reading was shared with generations of Oakmont residents. She was a member of St. Irenaeus Catholic Church. Friends and relatives are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, March 15, 2014, 9:30 a.m. at St. Irenaeus Catholic Church Oakmont, 387 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. Family suggests memorials to The Down Syndrome Center of WPA. Arrangements by BURKET - TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., Oakmont, 412-828-3535. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FLANAGAN PATRICK J. PJ AGE 7...
FLANAGAN PATRICK J. PJ Age 70, of Shaler Twp., on Sunday, March 9, 2014. Beloved husband of Victoria A. (Novak) Flanagan; father of Diane M. (John A.) Micek and Kelli M. (James J.) McGinley; loving Pappy of Meghan, Thomas, Courtney, and Patrick; brother of Maureen (Dr. Robert) DiNapoli, the late Christine Flanagan, Susan Sbeitan, JoAnn and her surviving husband, John Schmidt. Friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th St., Lawrenceville, Thursday, March 13, 2014, 1-8 p.m. Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Church on Friday, March 14, 2014, at 11:30 a.m. Patrick was a life member of the VFW #214, the AOH Division 23, and a retired employee of PNC Bank. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KING JOSEPH J. AGE 95, OF KIRT...
KING JOSEPH J. Age 95, of Kirtland, OH, formerly of Glenshaw, on Sunday, March 9, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Mary L. King; loving father of Joseph B. (Kristina) King of Kirtland, OH and the late Richard W. King (Gwendolyn); also survived by four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews; brother of William T. and Thomas P. King, and the late James E. King, Ruth King Clancy, and Mary King Jacob. Family to receive friends 6-9 p.m. FRIDAY ONLY at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Blessing Service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Mausoleum Chapel at Mt. Royal Cemetery, Glenshaw. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHAPEL. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested for Hospice for the Western Reserve Development Office, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110 or at http://www.hospicewr.org/ donate. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BOSKET BERNARD O. 92, OF CORAO...
BOSKET BERNARD O. 92, of Coraopolis, passed on Saturday, March 8, 2014. Born November 8, 1921, in Binghamton, NY, son of the late Ernest and Hattie (Deyo) Bosket; beloved husband to Lois (Bates) Bosket; father of Gary (Helen) Bosket of Coraopolis; brother of the late Byron "Jim" Bosket, Helen Seely and Bertha Bosket. Bernard was an Army veteran serving in World War II and was a steelworker. Services are private and announced by COPELAND'S OF CORAOPOLIS. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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STIVALA MARY C. 83, OF SCRANTO...
STIVALA MARY C. 83, of Scranton, went peacefully on Friday afternoon, March 7, 2014. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, John L. Stivala, Jr. Born July 1, 1930, in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Florentino and Mary Garcia Alvarez. Mary worked as a retail bookkeeper for several years until she established her own business, Tri-State Uniforms and Awards which she owned and operated for over 40 years. She was a very talented woman and was a quite capable seamstress and designer. She was fond of crocheting and cross-stitch crafts as well. Above all, Mary loved her family, especially her grandchildren and her many shopping excursions she shared with them. Christmas was a very special time for Mary; she loved angels and Santa Claus. She will be remembered for making Santa-bags for each of her grandchildren and continued the tradition into their adulthood. Mary was a remarkable woman and will be missed by many people who loved her. The family wishes to express heartfelt gratitude to the staff of the Scranton Manor for providing wonderful and loving care to Mary during these past years. The family would also like to thank the staff at the VNA Hospice at Geisenger Community Medical Center for providing comfort in Mary's last hours. She is also survived by four children, John L. Stivala III and his wife, Beth of Pittsburgh, PA, Sheila M. Layo, Martin F. Stivala and his wife, Marianne, and Mark D. Stivala and his companion, Alisha, all of Scranton; eight grandchildren, John Stivala IV, Tracey Stivala, William J. Layo, Raymond N. Layo and wife, Adrienne, Lisa M. Beebe and husband, Meade, Daniel A. Layo, M.J. Stivala, and Pia Mary Stivala; two great-grandchildren, Colin and Kendall Layo; two sisters, Sylvia Galilei and her husband, Fred, and Theresa Spahr and her husband, Larry. The Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, March 14, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in St. John Neuman Roman Catholic Church, 633 Orchard Street, Scranton, PA 18505. The family respectfully requests that no flowers be sent. Arrangements by JENKINS FUNERAL HOME, 269 Belmont Street, Waymart, PA 18472. Memorial contributions may be made in Mary's memory to the Alzheimer's Association Greater Pennsylvania, 2595 Interstate Drive, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HOMA CAROL DEC. 4, 1938 TO MAR...
HOMA
CAROL
Dec. 4, 1938 to March 12, 2006
Dear Carol, it's been eight years today that you've left me to be with the Lord. They were beautiful days together. I love and miss you more and more each day. I will see you again on the other side. Until we meet again, love, Rusty.
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TAYLOR SUSAN MARIE AUG. 23, 19...
TAYLOR
SUSAN MARIE
Aug. 23, 1936 ~ March 12, 2000
Called Home to the Lord 14 years ago today. Sadly missed by family and friends. Keep watching over us. Stephen, Cynthia and Peter
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WHITE RENEE JANICE MARSH 04/15...
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RENEE JANICE MARSH
04/15/50 - 03/12/04
NA, Our memories are precious.
You are always in our hearts.
Miss you so much! We love you.
GOD is still good!
Mom, James, Family and Friends.
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ACKERMAN HELEN RUOTI AGE 93, O...
ACKERMAN HELEN RUOTI Age 93, of Hollywood, FL, formerly of Allison Park, PA, passed away March 9, 2014. The most beloved mother to son, Lawrence Ackerman and loving mother-in-law to Danial Riehle. She was the youngest child of Salvatore and Rose Ruoti and loving sister of Edith Golinski; nieces, RoseAnn Hill, Carol Ruoti and Nancy Spigliano; nephews, Ray D'Alessio, Melvin Crigler, David Golinski, and Paul Ruoti. Helen graduated from South Hills High School in 1937 and Burroughs Business School. She was a bookkeeper for Sears Roebuck and retired in 1985 from the Allegheny Intermediate Unit. She was a parish member of St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Glenshaw. Arrangements by LANDMARK FUNERAL HOME, 4200 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, FL 33021, 954-989-8220. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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