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VENSEL DAVID J. JR . OF OVER...

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VENSEL DAVID J. JR . Of Overbrook, age 48. Suddenly on Sunday, January 20, 2019. Beloved son of Andrea (Gary) Simpson and David J. (Doreen) Vensel Sr.; brother Jennifer Vensel, James Vensel and Daniel Simpson; uncle of Jacob Yates, Harmony and James Vensel Jr. Family and friends will be received at THE FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICE INC . 1065 Brookline Blvd., 412-561-0380. Wednesday only 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday at 10 am. in St. Valentine Church deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GOODMAN JOHN Q. "WHITEY" JOHN ...

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GOODMAN John Q. "Whitey" John Q. Goodman, "Whitey", age 91, of Millvale, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 18, 2019. Beloved father of John "Jay" (Darla) Goodman, Doug (Mary Elizabeth) Goodman and Dale (Tammy) Goodman; loving grandfather of Christopher, Brian, Quinton, Hunter, Nicholas and Matthew; great grandfather of Christopher, Jr., Kylie, Brian, Jr., Andrew, Tessa, Leilani and Lillian. Mr. Goodman was a WW II Navy Veteran, who worked for the railroad as both a brakeman and conductor. Family and friends will be received Tuesday 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the HEALY-HAHN FUNERAL HOME, INC ., 512 Grant Ave., Millvale, where funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Allegheny County Memorial Park, Allison Park. In lieu of ?owers, memorial contributions are suggested to either the Tourette Association of America (Tourette.org) or the Autism Society of America (autism-society.org). To read more of his life story visit www.healyhahnfuneralhom es.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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KELLY KEVIN YATES On Sunday January 20, 2019, Kevin Yates Kelly. Born in Pittsburgh on May 23, 1948 to Margaret Y. Kelly Schuette and James B. Kelly, Jr. Mr. Kelly attended Lindsley School in Wheeling West Virginia and graduated from Quaker Valley High School in Sewickley. After high school he served in the U.S. Army in Europe and returned to attend a variety of technical schools preparing himself for a career as an advanced electrical technician handling sophisticated machinery for such organizations as the U.S. Postal Service. From an early age, Kevin was a lover of all kinds of music and was also an accomplished drummer. Kevin is survived by Janice Oats Kelly and their daughter Margaret Kelly Sandoloski, her husband Sean, his grandson Oliver Sandoloski all of Bethesda, MD, and his daughter Katharina Soldan, her husband Andreas Roth and his grandchildren Leonard and Anna, and her mother Doris Soldan, all of Germany. Kevin is also survived by his sister Margaret K. Schnabel of Boston, MA and his brother former State Representative James B. Kelly and his wife Janet of Pittsburgh, as well as three nephews and four great nieces. Kevin also loved his stalwart companion, his Standard French Poodle, Louie. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC . 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Wednesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Thursday, Mass of Christian Burial Sacred Heart Church 10:00 a.m. freyvogelfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

WILLIAMS GIFFORD CALVIN AGE ...

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WILLIAMS GIFFORD CALVIN Age 82, of McKeesport, died Sunday, January 20, 2019. He was born in Huntingdon, PA on December 11, 1936 and is the son of the late Theodore and Jessie Gifford Williams. He graduated from McKeesport High School in 1956 and served in the United States Army. He had a long career in the dairy industry beginning at Menzie Dairy, Beverly Farms Dairy, Farm Dairy, Taylor Milk Company, and retiring from United Dairy. He was a member of the Corpus Christi Parish in McKeesport and a member of the Holy Name Society of the former Sacred Heart Church in McKeesport. He was also a former baseball and softball coach at the White Oak Athletic Association. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Patricia Antoncic Williams, children; David (Debbie) Williams of Stuart, Florida and Mary Lisa (David) Melkon of Boynton Beach, Florida, grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings; Ted Williams and Janet Kerbel. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, January 24, 2019 from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. at STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES , 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Strif?er Galaski, supervisor, 412 678 6177). Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday January 25, 2019 at 10 a.m. at Corpus Christi Church, 2515 Versailles Ave, McKeesport, PA 15132. Burial will follow. Remembrances may be made to a favorite charity of your choice. To share a memory of online condolence, visit strif?erfuneralhomes.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SOFISH DR . STANLEY A ON SUN...

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SOFISH DR . STANLEY A On Sunday January 20, 2019 Dr. Stanley A. 84 of Oakmont passed away. Beloved husband of Joan ( Shillings) So?sh of 57 years. Beloved father of Gregory( Lisa) So?sh and Andrew ( Rachel) So?sh. Brother of the late Theodore, Edward and William So?sh. Grandfather of Sarah, Dylan, Tommy, Violet and Nathan. Brother in law of William Shillings. Stan is survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. He was a member of St. Irenaeus Catholic Church Oakmont, and served in the U.S. Army Reserve. Dr. So?sh served the Riverview School District from 1968 until 1996 ending his career at Tenth St. Elementary School in Oakmont. Friends and relatives will be received at BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES INC . 421 Allegheny Ave. Oakmont on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 10:30 a.m St. Irenaeus Catholic Church Oakmont. Burial with military honors will be held following mass at Plum Creek Cemetery. Family suggests memorials to American Heart Association 444 Liberty Ave. #1300 Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SLAYTON GERALDINE AGE 77, ...

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SLAYTON GERALDINE Age 77, of Espyville, Pa, passed January 20, 2019. Born July 17, 1941, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Agnes Grande Malara. Geraldine retired in 1999, after 32 years as a Pharmacist Technician at Allegheny General Hospital. Beloved wife of Lewis Slayton; sister of Antoinette Ruth of Pittsburgh, brother of Anthony J. Malara Jr. of Pittsburgh. Calling Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m. at Royal-Coleman Funeral Home, 6028 U.S. Hwy 6, Linesville, Pa. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial in Espyville Cemetery. royalcolemanfuneralhome.c om. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MAREK JOSEPH AGE 89, OF ...

MAREK JOSEPH Age 89, of Penn Hills, formerly of Moon Twp. passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 20, 2019 in Baptist Homes, Mt. Lebanon, with his loving family by his side. He was born December 19, 1929 in Leetsdale, Pa. to the late John and Catherine Marek. He was a retired millwright for Standard Steel Specialty Company and a member of Masonic Chartiers Valley Lodge #720 F & AM & In?nity Lodge #546 F & AM, Penn Hills. He was a 1949 graduate of Leetsdale High School and a member of Steel City Radio Club, KA3JQA and with a CB handle of "Grizzly Bear". Joseph proudly served his country with the US Army during the Korean War. Preceding him in death in addition to his parents were his wife, Olive Dwire Marek, granddaughter, Sonya Marek and eight brothers and sisters. He is survived by ?ve children, Joseph (Kelley) Marek of New Holland, Stephen (Kim) Marek of Chester, WV, Dorothy Marek of Penn Hills, George (Sandy) Marek of Mt. Lebanon and Vera Marek (Jim) of Moon Twp., four grandchildren, Emily, Shane, Jonathan, and Samantha Marek. A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday from 6 PM. until time of memorial service at 7:30 PM in the John Syka Funeral Home, 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. Family will meet Friday at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Washington County for private burial with full military honors provided by the Brentwood VFW Post 1810 Military Funeral Honor Guard and the US Army. In lieu of ?owers, memorial contributions are suggested to VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System's Adult Day Healthcare, 1010 Dela?eld Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215. Online condolences can be made at www.sykafuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

KRAMER ROBERT KAYTON AGE 71,...

KRAMER ROBERT KAYTON Age 71, of Coraopolis, on January 19, 2019. Beloved son of the late Robert and June (Miller); cherished father of Wesley Kramer and Ashley Ventrice (Dale); adoring grandfather of Christian, Landen, Aiden, Emma and Dominic; treasured friend of many. Services private. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

BLASI CLAIRE B. AGE 92, OF...

BLASI CLAIRE B. Age 92, of Elliott; on Sunday January 20, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Thomas R. Blasi; sister of Loretta Falleroni and Otto Gionni; also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 12 brothers and sisters. Claire and her husband Tom owned and operated the “Better Maid Donut Shop” on Steuben St. and “Cedars of Lebanon (Bingo)” in Brookline. Visitations on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. at the BRUSCO-FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC ., 214 Virginia Avenue, Mt. Washington (412 381-2323). A Blessing will be held on Thursday, 10 a.m. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

ARCH MARIE B. ON MONDAY, J...

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ARCH MARIE B. On Monday, January 21, 2019, Marie B. (Riggs) Arch, age 99, of Pleasant Hills. Beloved wife of the late John H. Arch; mother of Barbara E. Arch of Pleasant Hills and Paul E. Arch of Moon Twp.; sister of Raymond (Beverly Ceresa) Riggs, Joyce (James) Baxter, Agnes (Terry) Coon and the late Esther Englert, Ralph Riggs, Lillian Riggs and Bercedes Kitzler; sister-in-law of Thomas Kitzler; also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins. Marie was a devoted wife and mother, and an excellent cook and baker. She also enjoyed canning the vegetables that her husband John grew, and traveling with him prior to his passing in 1992. In her later years, she loved traveling with her family, and working through word searches and jigsaw puzzles. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5636 Brownsville Road, (at 6th St.) South Park Twp. (412) 655-4600 where a service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. If desired, the family requests donations in Marie's name to the American Heart Association, 5455 N. High Street, Columbus, OH 43214. Condolences may be offered for the family at www.Grif?thFH.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

DURKIN EMMA (STARUSKO) AGE 9...

DURKIN EMMA (STARUSKO) Age 96, of Eighty Four formerly of West Homestead on January 20, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Louis Durkin; father of Louis M. (Kathleen) Durkin. Also survived by three grandchildren; Stephanie (Shawn) Modar, Michelle (David) Scott, Bryan (Courtney) Durkin; and three great- grandchildren; Emma Scott, Cole Scott and Martin Durkin; sister of Elsie Ebner, Bernadette Peterson, Eleanor Silletti, Anna Jane Campi and the late Irene Shupik, Pauline Straub, Marie Verb and John Starusko III. Visitation Thursday 9-10 a.m., with Blessing Service at 10:00 a.m. at the WILLIAM R. WELSH FUNERAL HOME , 309 East 10th Avenue, Homestead. In lieu of ?owers contributions can be made to Gallagher Hospice. Interment St. Johns Greek Catholic Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

DUGAN VIOLET I. "IDY" ON SUN...

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DUGAN VIOLET I. "IDY" On Sunday, January 20, 2019, age 80, of Millvale. Wife of the late Joseph D. Dugan; loving mother of John “Jack” (LuAnn) Dugan, Debbie (Dennis) Dugan Blakeley and Mike (Sue) Dugan; grandma of Melissa Mason, Kelsey, Rachael and Caitlin Dugan; sister of the late Robert (Celene) Dumont, and John “Jake” Dumont; sister-in law of Madeline Hughes and Anceda Dugan. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Dear Friend of “Pappy Joe” Herman Korosec. Friends received Thursday 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. at THE HAHN FH & CREMATION SERVICES INC. 123 North Avenue, Millvale. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10 a.m. Holy Spirit Church. Violet was a true Steeler fan and enjoyed celebrating her Irish heritage. She loved her family and going to camp at Pymatuning, where she spent time with her friends whom she considered family. Family suggests donations to the charity of your choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

PANTELIS MARK AGE 60, OF ...

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PANTELIS MARK Age 60, of Overbrook, passed away suddenly at home on January 19, 2019. Devoted husband of 40 years to Della (Lopez) Pantelis; father of Jessica (Michael) Veneris, Jacquelyn (Albert) Surman, Gina Pantelis, and Nicole (Matthew) Nader; grandfather of Isabella, Nicholas, Maximos, Melina, Leo, Maria, Carmela, Allison, Charlie, Luciano, Philomena, Olivia, and Bailey; brother of John, Linda, and Kenneth; son of Audrey and the late John Pantelis. Family and friends will be received Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh 15236. A Blessing Service will be held on Thursday, January 24, 2019, 12 noon in the funeral home chapel. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

PHILLIPS LAWRENCE M. "LARRY" "...

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PHILLIPS LAWRENCE M. "LARRY" "FLIP" Age 79 of Irwin, passed away Sunday January 20, 2019 at home surrounded by his family. He was born April 6, 1939 in McKeesport, the son of the late Adam and Marie (Kaiser) Phillips. Known as Flip from the age of six, he was respected by his loyal friends and students. He was a graduate of McKeesport High School and earned a bachelor's degree in 1964 from Fort Hayes Kansas State College where he played basketball for four years reaching the NAIA semi?nals twice. For the next 34 years he was a dedicated educator. It all began in Paola, Kansas teaching Biology and coaching basketball before moving back to Pittsburgh. He taught Biology and Chemistry at Gateway High School for 29 years and was Facility Manager for athletics working closely with the Athletic Director until becoming Athletic Director for his ?nal three years at Gateway. He was a proud member of the Gateway High School Sports Hall of Fame and served on the nominating committee. Larry enjoyed the beach, cruising, and playing golf. He was an avid sports fan especially Penn State football and the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins. He was a Steelers season ticket holder for 40 years. Larry spent many summers gol?ng and vacationing in Sunset Beach with his golf buddies right after school let out for the summer and later with family and friends. He is survived by his wife of over 52 years Doris E. “Cookie” Phillips, his daughter Erin E. Goodwin and her husband Bruce of Pasadena, MD, and his grandson Brock Goodwin. He thought the best day a Pap could have was watching his grandson pitch or play 1st Base. It was his best medicine! Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the WILLIAM SNYDER FUNERAL HOME , 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200, where a blessing service of?ciated by Rev. Jeffrey Wylie will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. The family would like to thank visiting nurse, Allison, and physical therapist, Erin, and Three Rivers Hospice nurses Erica, Kelly, Kathy, and Bonnie, for all the kind and compassionate care. In lieu of ?owers a contribution can be made in Flip's memory to the Penn State Dance Marathon for kids with cancer at www.thon.org. For online condolences please visit snyderfuneralservices.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

BICH GEORGE J. OF PLUM, FO...

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BICH GEORGE J. Of Plum, formerly of Penn Hills, age 91, peacefully with his family at his side on Sunday, January 20, 2019. Beloved husband of Regina (Ferguson) Bich for 64 years. Loving and proud father of Marianne (Jim) Zahren of Pgh., Joanne (Scott Jones) of Pennsbury Village and Susan (Bill) Brennan of Wexford. Cherished grandfather of Kathleen Zahren, Megan Zahren, Lauren Brennan, Ethan Brennan, Katie (Tony) Brennan and Evan (Eileen) Brennan. George was preceded in death by his sisters, Paula Pavinich and Sr. Joanne Bich, O.S.F. and his brother, Fr. Howard Bich. George was a WW II Navy veteran and a graduate of Carnegie Tech (now Carnegie Mellon University). He was a retired Chemical Engineer with Westinghouse where he spent his entire career and shared in the awarding of 4 patents. In retirement, he volunteered for his daughter at J&L Travel and then for 10 years at the Sisters of St. Francis in Millvale. George also volunteered as a CCD teacher at his former parish, St. Susanna in Penn Hills. Even though George was blessed with a scienti?c intellect, he also embraced having fun in life. He loved to golf as evidenced by his membership in 3 leagues and his annual outing at his Cousins Golf Classic. He always took great pleasure in his trips to the ocean on his family beach vacations. And, George was fond of a good cigar on Sunday evenings while sitting on his front porch watching the sunset. He was fun-loving, gentle, caring and deeply loved his family and spending time with them. Friends are welcome on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOME, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Rd. (at Universal Road) Penn Hills. Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Joy Church on Friday at 11 a.m. In lieu of ?owers, memorial donations may be sent to Sisters of St. Francis Retirement Fund, 146 Hawthorne Rd., Pgh., Pa. 15209. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HLAVAY PETER J. "PLUTO" PETER ...

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HLAVAY PETER J. "PLUTO" Peter J. “Pluto” Hlavay, of No. 9, McDonald, PA., died, Sunday, January 20, 2019; cherished husband of the late Nellie Pirrung, Estelle Kuna and Vera Mikush; loving Uncle, great uncle and great-great uncle of many; brother of the late Andrew, Martin, George, Louis, Paul Sr., Joseph, Frank, John, Jack and Stephen Hlavay, Mary Dove and Anna Gedman. Family will receive friends Wednesday, January 23, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at NATION FUNERAL HOME INC. 220 E. Lincoln Ave. McDonald, PA. 15057 where services will take place Thursday, January 24, 2019 at 9:45 a.m. Interment will follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. A special thanks to all the staff at Concordia of South Hills. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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SALAY STEVE JOHN "PIP" Of West Mif?in, on January 20, 2019, age 89. Beloved husband of 65 years of Eleanor L. (King) Salay; father of Sharon (Tom) Schwab, Joyce (John) Traynor and Susan (Gary) Bissell; grandfather of Amy (Gio) Gensale, Katie Pachuta, Steven Pachuta, Nikki Bissell and Brandon Bissell; great-grandfather of Kaley Pachuta, Terry Pachuta, Vittorio Gensale, Max Gensale and Lucas Gensale; also predeceased by his seven brothers and sisters. Steve was an avid Steelers fan and he enjoyed all of the Pittsburgh Sports teams. He was a steelworker for 38 years at US Steel Homestead Works. He was a lifelong member of the Owls club and he played softball for the union for US Steel. He was a Veteran of the Army and proudly served in Germany. Family and friends will be received at the SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall on Tuesday 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be Thursday, 11:30 a.m. at St. Therese Church, Munhall.  www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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POTTS ANDREW R . Age 58, Ross Twp., passed away peacefully in his sleep at home. Beloved husband of over 20 years to Deborah (Rogalla) Potts; loving father to Larissa M. Potts, stepdaughter Erin A. Fitterer; loving grandfather to Lisa Sanchez and Dorian Sanchez; son of William and Evelyn Potts; loving brother to Dale (Pam), Billy (Lori) Matthew; and several nieces and nephews. Andrew was a graduate of Burrell High School, a life member of Upper Burrell Volunteer Fire Company. Andrew loved spending time with his family and friends, avid Vikings fan, enjoyed camping and time in the mountains. He was an avid supporter of the current President, Donald Trump. Friends will be received Wednesday from 4 p.m. until time of service at 6:30 p.m. in the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1032 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp. (412 364 4444). Condolences may be offered at www.brandtfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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DEILY CAROL ANN (WILSON) Age 79 of Brighton Hts., loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Beloved wife of Jack Deily; mother of John C. (Noreen) Deily, Jr. and Dorothy “Dee” (Richard) Hines; grandmother of Tami, Tara, John P., Kayla and Zachary; also nine great- grandchildren; sister of James (Ruth) Wilson and the late William Wilson. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Friday, at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave. at Davis Ave., where a Funeral Service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

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CHAPMAN ROBERT H. "CHAPPY", SR . Age 67 of Carnegie, after a ?ve year battle, he is now at peace. Survived by his wife of 46 years, Esther; loving father of Nicole (Brian) and Butch (Kellie); and best buddy, grandson, Bobby. Also survived by his siblings, John (Karen), Henry (Parthy) and Cora (Johnny) Pruss, and the late Fred Chapman and Nancy Moeller; also preceded in death by his parents. Special thank you to Kane Regional Center, Scott Twp., for the EXCELLENT care and friendship. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at HENNEY, BRADWELL & NIRELLA FUNERAL HOME , 524 Washington Ave., Carnegie where a Masonic Service will be held Friday evening at 7 p.m. Funeral Service will be held Saturday 11 a.m. at the funeral home.  Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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