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DAILEY JOYCE A. OF OVERBROOK...

December 13, 2018, 5:01 pm
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DAILEY JOYCE A. Of Overbrook, on Thursday, December 13, 2018, age 77. Wife of the late John "Jack"; beloved mother of Tom J. (Pam), John A. (Lauren), and Caroline Dailey; daughter of the late Harry and Bertha Phillips; sister of Wayne (Dottie) Phillips and the late Carol (Dave) Lintelman; grandmother of Thomas "TJ", Micheal, Ashley, Caitlyn, Danielle, Morgan, and Madison; great- grandmother of Roryanne, Joey, Riley, Caylus, and Rachel. Family and friends will be received at the FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd., (412) 561-0380, Sunday only, 1-5 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Monday at 10 a.m. in the Church of the Resurrection. Joyce was a LPN at Kane Regional Center for over 20 years. She loved to travel and visit Disney World. She loved to sew, birthday cake baking and decorating, doll collecting, and gardening. She was a beloved member of her monthly card club for over 25 years. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of West PA. www.deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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METAL CHARLES MICHAEL AGE 63...

December 13, 2018, 5:01 pm
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METAL CHARLES MICHAEL Age 63, of Coal Center, Pennsylvania passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018, in Pittsburgh's Monte?ore Hospital, surrounded by family and friends. Charles was a 1978 graduate of California University of PA with a degree in Technology Education. He was an avid rugby player and also served as a coach for CAL U Roosterhead Rugby Club for many years. He was a skilled, award-winning businessman who served as the President and Owner of C.M.M. Associates since 1991. He had a hearty, infectious laugh and a mischievous twinkle in his eye, charming people everywhere he went. He was a skilled bowhunter, loyal friend and mentor to many. He is survived by Jeannine Metal, his loving wife of 40 years (Coal Center, PA); his sister, Charlene Givens and her husband, Ted (Export, PA); his sister, Josephine Metal-Corbin and her husband, David (Omaha, NE); and niece, Quinn Metal Corbin (Queens, NY). He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Metal; and his mother, Josephine Metal (Zuffante). A memorial service will take place in the Spring on a date yet to be announced.   Donations to the Humane Animal Rescue League, 104 Broughton Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARMAN MARGARET "MARGE" PASSED...

December 14, 2018, 5:01 pm
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HARMAN MARGARET "MARGE" Passed away peacefully on November 22, 2018. At her side was her devoted husband of 54 years, Jim Harman. Margaret was born May 9, 1943 to Charles and Catherine Jesteadt and is survived by her husband, James Harman; sons, Jeff and Eric Harman; and her four grandchildren. Marge will be remembered as devoted wife, great mom and a someone who loved her grandbabies above all else. Funeral service will be held at Mother of Sorrows Church, 4202 Old William Penn Hwy., Murrysville, PA 15668 on the 5th of January at 11:00a.m. In lieu of ?owers, please make a donation in honor of Marge to Cancer Research Institute at www.cancerresearch.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KWOLEK KIMBERLY M. AGE 54, ...

December 14, 2018, 5:01 pm
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KWOLEK KIMBERLY M. Age 54, of South Park, passed away surrounded by her loving family on December 7, 2018. Kimberly is survived by her beloved husband of 22 years, David Kwolek; cherished mother of David (Jamie) Kwolek, Jacob Kwolek and Sydney Kwolek; adored Mimi of Reese Kwolek; loving daughter of Mary "Lee" Brula; sister of Kerri DeGennaro, Timothy Brula, Marian (George) Koller and her younger twin brother, Keith (Judy) Brula; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Walter Brula. Kim will always be remembered as a kind hearted person with a vibrant personality. The love she had for her family was unmeasurable, especially when it came to her children and her grandson. She will be sorely missed by those who had the pleasure of knowing her. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 16, 2018, from 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills 15236. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, December 17, 2018, at 10 a.m., at St. Germaine Parish, 7003 Baptist Road, Bethel Park 15102. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BAZMI HASSAN, M.D. OF SEWICK...

December 14, 2018, 5:01 pm
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BAZMI HASSAN, M.D. Of Sewickley Heights, PA passed away on December 9, 2018, at age 81, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 11, 1937 in Shiraz, Iran to the late Mohamad Javad Zia and Batool Bazmi. Hassan was the beloved husband of Dr. Neptune Kasraie Bazmi for 53 years; the loving father of Bahar, Babak and Shervin; cherished grandfather of Jasmine and Haley Heusey; and survived by his dear niece, Hengameh Holly Bazmi; and several other family members both in the Unites States and in Iran. Prior to immigrating to the United States in 1974 with his family, Hassan graduated from Pahlavi Medical School and served in the Army Health Corp. In the U.S., Hassan completed his residency in General Surgery at Allegheny General Hospital, and later became the Head of General Surgery and President of the Medical Staff at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Passavant Hospital. In addition, Hassan was a Fellow of the American Society of Abdominal Surgeons. He was in private surgical practice for over 27 years in the North Hills, where he served thousands of patients in his community. In addition to being a dedicated surgeon, Hassan found much joy in spending time with friends and family, playing tennis and basketball, and singing classical Persian music. Remembrance services will be held in his honor at the Sherwood Oaks Retirement Community (100 Norman Drive) in Cranberry Township, PA on Friday, December 14th from 6-8 p.m. EST. In lieu of ?owers, the family suggests making a donation to The Parkinson Foundation of Western Pennsylvania. You can donate online at their website https://pfwpa.org or donate by phone by calling the Foundation at (412) 465-1112.  Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SUNSERI ANN M. (GRAHAM) AGE ...

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SUNSERI ANN M. (GRAHAM) Age 86, on Monday, December 10, 2018. Loving wife of the late Anthony C. Sunseri; beloved mother of James (Lois), Nino (Martha), Linda (D.J.) Wright, Gusty (Karen) and Sal (Roxann) Sunseri; cherished grandmother of Anthony, Courtney Rogers, Gusty, Tara Gee, Amber Fite, Ryan, Bethany Thomas, Whitney, Ross, Natalie Taylor, Justin Wright, Tatiana, Atalya, Gusty, Jaclyn Ellis, Tino, Ashlyn and Vinnie; also 21 great- grandchildren; sister of Judith Graham, the late Howard, Katherine O'Brien, Edward and Phillip Graham. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville on Sunday, December 16, 2018 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Mass in St. Stanislaus Church, 21st and Smallman Streets in the Strip District on Monday, December 17, 2018, at 10 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Ann Sunseri was the Matriarch of the Sunseri family. Family and friends called her "BA" for Big Ann. Big not because of her physical stature, but Big because of her personality, the love she bestowed not only upon her ?ve children, 18 grandchildren and 21 great- grandchildren, but also on every one of her children's friends and teammates that she graciously invited to her kitchen table. Big was the impact she had on so many lives. Big was her compassion, eternal smile and empathy to those who sought her unique forms of wisdom. She was a mother to ?ve, but like a second mother to so many others. She will be missed by all of those she has touched as she made everyone she touched feel so special. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUSH PAUL H. AGE 72, OF ...

December 14, 2018, 5:01 pm
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BUSH PAUL H. Age 72, of Latrobe, died Monday, December 10, 2018, at The Grove at Latrobe. He was born September 21, 1946, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Robert H. and Emma C. (Barrett) Bush; brother of Robert J. Bush, of Washington Township, Marilyn R. Sero (George), of Penn Hills, and Richard T. Bush (Lauren), of Shef?eld Lake, Ohio; and uncle of Michelle Knox. Paul was formerly employed by Charles Chips Distributors. He was Catholic by faith. A gathering of family and friends will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday in VAIA FUNERAL HOME INC ., 463 Athena Drive, Delmont, (724) 468-1177, prior to a Funeral Mass that will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Monday in St. John Baptist de la Salle Catholic Church, 497 Athena Drive, Delmont, with Father Efren Ambre, as celebrant. Interment in Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont, will follow. In lieu of ?owers, donations to be accepted at The Grove at Latrobe, 576 Fred Rogers Drive, Latrobe, Pa, 15650. Vaia Funeral Home Inc., 463 Athena Drive, Delmont, (724) 468-1177, has been entrusted with the arrangements. To send online expressions of sympathy or to obtain grief support information please visit: VaiaFuneral Homecom. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAUN- SMITH MATTHEW J. SADLY ...

December 14, 2018, 5:01 pm
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DAUN- SMITH MATTHEW J. Sadly on Friday, December 7, 2018, Matthew, age 25 of Millvale. Loving father of Cali Rae Smith; beloved son of Arlene (Tim) Manski, Steven (Kristy) Smith; brother of Steven, Jr. and Geary Smith; uncle of Kaleb and Jackson; grandson of the late James and Elizabeth Daun and Ted and Norma Smith. Friends received at the JOHN F. MURRAY FUNERAL HOME INC., Butler at 52nd Street, Lawrenceville. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Spirit Parish on Monday 10 a.m. Visitation Saturday 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HANNA JEANNE L . (SKLEDAR) AGE...

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HANNA JEANNE L . (SKLEDAR) Age 87, on Tuesday, December 11, 2018, of Plum, formerly of Park Place. Beloved wife of the late Thomas H. Hanna; loving mother of Joseph Hanna (Judy) of Delmont, Scott Hanna (Ellen) of Murrysville, Vicki Cohen and the late Jan of Fox Chapel, Richard Hanna (Kate) of Penn Hills and the late Glenn Hanna; dear Dee Dee of Lindsey (David), Lauren, Danielle (Patrick), Jonathan, Eric, Glenn Edward II, and Richard Alan, Jr.; great- grandmother of Lydia, Hayley, and Ian; sister of Dorothy, William, and the late Rose, Joseph, and Frank. Friends received Sunday only from 5-8 p.m. at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale, where a Funeral Service will take place Monday morning at 10 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Ave., Ste. E-201, Pgh., PA 15222. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOWER HARVEY R . AGE 73, O...

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BOWER HARVEY R . Age 73, of Mt. Lebanon, on Tuesday, December 11, 2018. Beloved husband of George Ann (McGann) Bower; loving father of Teresa (John) Shedlock and Lori Bower (Ian Kane); pap of Casey (Justin) Lewis, Shea (Patrick) McGraw, Johnny and Artie Kane; step-pap of Sara and Greg Shedlock; great-pap of Ellis Lewis and Mason McGraw; brother of Annette (Walter “Chip”) Huttinger; son of the late Harvey and Ann (DeCecco) Bower; nephew of Odette Flanagan; uncle of Deana Donovan and Donnie Stiegler; brother-in-law of Nancy DeCarpio, Paula Tournay and Paul Richard McGann; survived by special cousin, Leo DeCecco; many other cousins and friends. Harvey was a CPA who graduated from St. Justin High and Duquesne University. He was founder and creator of “Certi?ed Fast Play.” He was a pioneer in the Pro-Life movement. He was an avid writer of Letters to the Editor as he was never shy to pass on his opinion. He was a Patriot who daily consumed political and social events. His views were strong and well thought out, but most of all he was a man who loved his family and friends. Visitations on Saturday 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-6 p.m., at the BRUSCO-FALVO FUNERAL HOME, Mt. Washington. (412-381-2323). Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Mount Church on Monday at 10 a.m. PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. The family suggests contributions to the PCUC or the Salvation Army.  www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCCLARY SGT. JASON MITCHELL AG...

December 14, 2018, 5:01 pm
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McCLARY SGT. JASON MITCHELL Age 24 of Fort Carson, Colorado formerly of Fort Campbell, Kentucky and Export, PA passed away tragically from injuries sustained in Afghanistan on Sunday, December 2, 2018. Beloved husband of Lillie Renee (Ashbaugh) McClary; loving father of Jett Isaac and Jason James McClary; adored son of Raymond and Jolynn Maiolie; brother of Jennifer (Jason) Lorent and Jeffrey (Katrina) Ritter; son-in-law of Eric Ashbaugh and Lillie (Mike) Ayers; brother-in-law of Eric, Ryan, Autumn, and Faith Ashbaugh and Kim Nielsen; also survived by many uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Jason was a hard worker who attained his certi?cation in machining while attending Kiski Area High School. He was a devoted Christian and attended Keystone Christian Church in Export. His hobbies included working on his Corvette, riding dirt bikes, and shooting guns. Jason was a devoted father and husband who loved spending time with his family. He received the following decorations during his active military service: Bronze Star, two Purple Hearts, Army Commendation Medal with Valor Device, Army Commendation Medal with Service Device, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghan Campaign Medal with Combat Service, Global War on Terror Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, NATO Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with Combat Service, Combat Infantry Badge, and the Air Assault Badge. Family and friends will be received Monday 1-4 and 6-9 p.m., at the CORNERSTONE MINISTRIES, 2200 Cornerstone Ln., Export, PA 15632 (724-733-0070) where services will be Tuesday, 10:30 a.m . Interment with Full Military Honors will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, contributions may be made to the Jason McClary Memorial Fund (established for his three year old and 11 month old sons) and sent to S&T Bank, 2388 Route 286, Pittsburgh, PA 15239. Arrangements by the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC ., (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL) (412-856-4747). www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRIEDMAN BERNARD M. AGE 93, DI...

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FRIEDMAN BERNARD M. Age 93, died peacefully after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. A Pittsburgher his whole life, he had a sense of humor and a joie de vivre that he passed on to his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, and friends. He will be missed by his wife, Vitie; his children, Daniel, Janet and Marty Seltman, Erica, Jack and Karen, and Sally; his grandchildren, O.E. Zelmanovich and Rayden Sorock, Jake and Cortney Seltman, Hillary Friedman, and Max Friedman; his great grandchildren evoked his smiles until his last day: Noah, Ari and Isaiah Seltman, and Calder Sorock. Donations can be made to Ahava Memory Care Unit, c/o JAA, 200 JHF Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. There will be a celebration of his life on Sunday, December 16, 2018 from 1-4 p.m. at the home of Jack and Karen Friedman. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH TANYA ELIZABETH (MOORE) ...

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SMITH TANYA ELIZABETH (MOORE) On Sunday, December 9, 2018, age 56, of Braddock, PA. Mother of Terrence A. Smith and Alicia Nicole Smith; daughter of Pauline R. Abdullah; grandmother of Layla Smith; also survived by other family members and friends. No viewing. A meet and greet for family and friends Saturday 10-11 a.m. on December 15, 2018 at Living Water Ministry, 736 Washington Avenue, Braddock, PA 15104, where the memorial service will be held after the meet and greet, Saturday, 11 a.m. Interment private. Services of comfort entrusted to WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC., 808 Talbot Ave., Braddock, PA 15104, (412) 271-3880. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARKLEY FALCHA-DEAN (MCCARTHY)...

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BARKLEY FALCHA-DEAN (McCARTHY) Age 80, of Pittsburgh, on December 12, 2018. Loving mother of Eric and Shawn Cicchitto, Sheena Bosworth, Roxanne Morgan, Shannon Barkley, and the late Terri-Lee Cicchitto; adoring grandmother of Sherri-Lee (Zwolinski) Basso, Zachary Zwolinski, Chadd and Jared Morgan, Krystal, Amber, and Dmetrius Cicchitto; dear sister-in-law of Marguerite “Peggy” McCarthy; and beloved of Sylvester Rebholz. Services are private as Falcha-Dean requested. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEINGARDEN ESTHER D. ON FRID...

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WEINGARDEN ESTHER D. On Friday, December 14, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Sidney J. Weingarden; loving mother of Dr. Mark (Debi) Weingarden of Fox Chapel and Lois (Kenneth) Kotler of Boca Raton, FL; sister of Wilbert (the late Estelle) Darling and Sandy (Carole) Darling; grandmother of Jonathan Weingarden (Carrie Benson), Hilary Weingarden (Teddy Obrien), Brett (Katherine) Kotler and the late Michael Kotler, M.D. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Sunday. Visitation at 1 p.m. Services at 2 p.m. Interment private. Contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Foundation, alzfdn.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TRULOCK ELOISE M. (JONES) AGE ...

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TRULOCK ELOISE M. (JONES) Age 81, of the West End/ Elliott section of Pittsburgh, peacefully at her home on December 11, 2018 . Loving wife of the late Eddie F. Trulock; beloved daughter of the late Henry Joe and Obelle Jones; cherished mother of Raymond Jackson, Eloise M. (Late John) Dennis, and the late David Jackson; adoring grandmother of Samuel Jackson, Jaquae Jackson, Nicholas Antoine Dennis, Ray Dennis, Moenay Dennis, Jakeyirria Dennis, Jakaya Dennis, Hakeem G. Collier, William Collier, Jamir Jackson, and Quiney Jackson; treasured sister, aunt, cousin, and friend of many. She was truly loved and will be dearly missed by all. No visitation. Memorial service to be announced later. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEKELIK BESSIE (KOSS) PEACEFUL...

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SEKELIK BESSIE (KOSS) Peacefully, on Thursday, December 13, 2018, age 93, of Carnegie. Wife of the late John (Boko) Sekelik; loving mother of Dennis (DJ), Kenny Sekelik, and Marianne Davis of CO; grandmother of Ryan (Shannon) Davis; great-grandmother "Old Baba" to Emily and Sarah Davis; loving sister and best friend of Katherine Partridge and Olga Baux of MD, and the late Anne Ferme, Mary Kuzemko, John, Peter, Matthew, and Metro Koss and Mary Peirce; also survived by many nieces amd nephews; and cousin, John Koss from Miami Beach. Family and friends received at the VLADIMIR S. CORBA FUNERAL HOME , 300 East Main St., Carnegie, on Sunday from 12-3 and 6-8 p.m. with a parastas at 7:30. Funeral Monday, 10 a.m. at Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church on Mans?eld Blvd. in Carnegie. EVERYONE PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. In lieu of ?owers, the family suggests donations may be made to the Sts. Peter & Paul Kitchen Workers. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EDWARDS RUTH AGE 87, OF ...

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EDWARDS RUTH Age 87, of Monroeville, was called home by the Lord, following a lengthy illness on Thursday, December 13, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Cecil B. Edwards, Sr.; loving mother of Donald Wilson, David Edwards, Louella Edwards, Cecil B. (Charmine) Edwards, Jr., Bridgette Edwards-Parker, Gregory L. (Rebekah) Edwards, Sr., Raymond Edwards, and the late James K. Edwards; grandmother of 17; great- grandmother of eight; and was preceded in death by her great-grandson, Omar; and nine sisters and ?ve brothers; sister of Florine (William) Hollins; and sister-in-law of Yvonne (the late William) Wilson; she is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Previously a member of The First Baptist Church of North Vandergrift, she became a member of the St. Paul Baptist Church in Oakmont. Friends and relatives will be received on Sunday, December 16, 2018 from 1-6 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Additional Visitation will be held on Monday, December 17, 2018 at the church from 10 a.m. until time of 11 a.m. services at St. Paul Baptist Church, 435 2nd Street, Oakmont. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Diabetes Association, 112 Washington Place #1520, Pgh., PA 15219. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NOVAK ELSIE M. (HOLT) AGE 90...

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NOVAK ELSIE M. (HOLT) Age 90, of North Versailles, passed away Friday, December 14, 2018. She was born April 23, 1928 in North Versailles, a daughter of the late Harry A. and Hilda M. (Herrmann) Holt; and was also preceded in death by her husband, Victor A. Novak; a son, James H. Novak; and her sister, Virginia J. Holt. She was a graduate of East McKeesport High School, attended Westminster College, and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh. She was a retired French and English school teacher for the McKeesport Area School District. Elsie was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, North Versailles, and the Women of the ELCA. She loved gardening and traveling. She is survived by her son, John E. Novak, and his wife, Lora; her daughter- in-law, Mary Anne Novak; her grandchildren, Brittany Novak, Janine (Matt) Then, Bryce Novak, Sara (Adam) Maloney, and Benjamin (Noemie) Novak; and her great-grandsons, Nathan and Joshua Then. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the FORGIE-SNYDER FUNERAL HOME , 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, (412) 823-8083. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in St John's Evangelical Lutheran Church. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of ?owers, a contribution may be made to St John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 715 Lincoln Highway, North Versailles, PA 15137; or Ma's Pantry, care of her church. For online condolences please visit snyderfuneralservices.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KAMARAS DEAN C. PASSED AWAY ...

December 15, 2018, 5:01 pm
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KAMARAS DEAN C. Passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, December 13, 2018. Preceded in death by his ?rst wife of 36 years, Nicoletta Kamaras; and his second wife of 25 years, Callie Kamaras; survived by his son, Peter D. Kamaras; and daughters, Dae Machin (husband, Jim) and Diane Strauch (husband, Pat); grandfather of Nicoletta, Dina, Jimmy, Nicholas, Demetri, and   Sutton; great-grandfather of Alexander. From humble beginnings, Dean graduated from Carnegie Tech, earning both Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Civil Engineering. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. In his professional life, he became Vice President of PBI industries, chaired one of the Nuclear Regulatory committees charged with establishing design specifications for nuclear power plants, designed and built buildings on six continents including Antarctica, and was Director of Engineering for Eichleay Engineering. In his later years, and working until early 2018, Dean designed numerous churches throughout the country. For his tireless work with the Orthodox Church of North America, the title Archon Dean C. Kamaras, Architekton Order of Saint Andrew the Apostle, Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople was bestowed upon him by the Orthodox Patriarch. A member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Oakland for much of his life, he served on the parish council for over 30 years, holding the title of president on several occasions. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street, on Wednesday, 2-8 p.m., with Trisagion at 7 p.m. Funeral Thursday, St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 10:00 a.m. In lieu of ?owers, contributions may be made to the St. Nicholas Cathedral Foundation Fund, which Dean helped to establish, so that someday St. Nicholas Cathedral could be self-sustaining. freyvogelfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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