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NANCY (BANKS) MAHONEY FORMERLY...

March 1, 2020, 5:00 pm
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NANCY (BANKS) MAHONEY Formerly of Franklin Park. Passed away March 1, 2020, at the age of 90. Loving mother of Mary-K, Jeff, Keith, Brian and Susie. Also survived by her brother Paul Banks, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dearly loved, greatly missed, and forever in our hearts. Nancy is in Heaven enjoying a glass of wine with the love of her life Robert "Moe" Mahoney. Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand. Services and interment private. Memorial donations to Animal Friends, www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org. Arrangements by DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CARL C. HOCK, JR. AGE 94, OF A...

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CARL C. HOCK, JR. Age 94, of Aspinwall, on Saturday, February 29, 2020. Husband of the late Pauline E. (Zink) Hock; loving father of Carol (Tad) Long and the late Carl C. Hock; also survived by two grandchildren, Todd Long and Colleen (Fred) Hock; and three great-grandchildren, Freddie, Conrad and Kennedy Hock. Carl retired from Iron City Brewing, was a longtime volunteer at St. Margaret's Hospital and was a member and past Worshipful Master of the former Fox Chapel Lodge # 784 F & AM. Friends will be received Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, where a funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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IRENE M. (BIEHL) HUGGINS OF CH...

March 1, 2020, 5:00 pm
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IRENE M. (BIEHL) HUGGINS Of Chalfant, age 71, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Beloved wife of George Huggins for 32 wonderful years. Loving mother of Susan (Rich) Wheeler, Jennifer Edwards, Chris (Julie) Glance, Paul (Amy) Glance, Ron (Lindsey) Huggins, and Sherry Huggins. Cherished grandmother of Isabella and Joelle Edwards; Toni, Callie, Abby, and R.J. Wheeler; Kyle, Kyra and Kyus Glance; Christopher Glance; and Skyler Huggins. Adored great-grandmother of five great-grandchildren. Irene was the former owner of the Specialty Design Flower Shop in Swissvale. She also worked as a Tupperware saleswoman for a many years. Which working as a saleswoman, she was presented with numerous sales awards and eventually assumed the role of Sales Manager. Irene enjoyed gardening and had a keen eye for making the outside of her home look picturesque with different flowers. She was a crafty person and loved to paint different scenic themes. Most of all, Irene loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, whom she adored. Friends welcome Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, (412) 824-8800, where a Funeral Service will be held Thursday at 11:30 a.m. Irene will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRANK A. DISTAZIO ON SUNDAY MA...

March 1, 2020, 5:00 pm
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FRANK A. DiSTAZIO On Sunday March 1, 2020, beloved brother of Nancy DeMarco and the late Joseph J. "Joss" DiStazio; also survived by his nieces, Antoinette "Toni" DeMarco and Mary Ann Crouse (Merle); a nephew, Frank A. DeMarco (Dianne); great-nephew, Brad Crouse (Lacey); great-niece, Lauren Bostick (Rich); and great-great-niece and nephews, Amelia Bostick, Bennett Crouse, Mason Bostick and Spencer Crouse. Frank was a retired United States Postal worker, avid golfer and beloved uncle. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Tuesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, March 4, 2020, Mass of Christian Burial at Divine Mercy Parish, St. Mary of Mercy Church at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to a charity of choice. (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GEORGE BULAZO III ON SATURDAY,...

March 1, 2020, 5:00 pm
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GEORGE BULAZO III On Saturday, February 29, 2020, George Bulazo III, age 60, of McKeesport, formerly of South Park. George graduated from South Park High School. He was the beloved son of the late Dr. George Bulazo, Jr. and Monna (Kobasa) Bulazo; brother of Roxanne Watts and the late Lydianne Bulazo; he is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. George had a loving heart, boundless energy, and a child-like amazement of the world. He loved his Steelers, his music and movies, relished a fine steak dinner, and especially, he loved all his family. Friends received Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. at the Nativity of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church, Monongahela, followed by a Funeral Service in church at 11 a.m. Interment Deer Creek Cemetery, Cheswick, PA. The family requests donations in George's name to Nativity of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church, 506 High Street, Monongahela, PA 15063. Arrangements by GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5636 Brownsville Road, South Park Twp., (412) 655-4600. Condolences may be offered for the family at www.GriffithFH.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JUDITH E. (MALICH) ZAHREN AGE ...

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JUDITH E. (MALICH) ZAHREN Age 78, of Ross Township, on Saturday, February 29, 2020. Beloved wife for 50 years of the late James C. Zahren. Loving mother of Debra Lynn (Louis) Edwards, Scott J. Zahren and Eric P. (Laura) Zahren; grandmother of Maura and Amanda Edwards, Adam and Josh Zahren and Luke, Anna and Mark Zahren; sister of the late Marian Corcoran. Judy was an RN for many years at Regency Home and Passavant Hospital. Family will welcome friends on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, from 2-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS & SONS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1600 Stone Mansion Drive, Sewickley, PA 15143 (Franklin Park/Sewickley). Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in St. John Neumann Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family asks donations to PA Lupus Foundation, PO Box 97712, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Please leave condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AUDREY (GRILL) THIERET AGE 89,...

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AUDREY (GRILL) THIERET Age 89, on Sunday, March 1, 2020, formerly of Mt. Oliver. Loving wife of the late Robert J.; beloved mother of Ruth (the late Tom) Kuzak, Sandy (Harry) Hall, Cheryl Thieret, Janet (Patrick) Maloney, James (Sharon), Dennis (Lori), Robert R. and Thomas (Janice); proud grandmother of 20, great-grandmother of 14 and great-great-grandmother of one; sister of Leah (the late Archie) Archibeque of San Diego, CA and the late Grace Owen and Irma Gestiehr. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Monday 3 - 8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Albert the Great Church at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to National Multiple Sclerosis Society Keystone Chapter, Cardello Building, 1501 Reedsdale Street # 105, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DANNY P. CERRONE OF PENN HILLS...

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DANNY P. CERRONE Of Penn Hills, age 65, unexpectedly on Friday, February 28, 2020. Dan was the beloved husband of Sharon (Reichert) Cerrone for 40 years. Loving father of Danny P. (Shannan) Cerrone, Jr. of South Fayette, Melissa Cerrone and Stephanie (Dan) Rooney, both of Pittsburgh. Cherished grandfather of Amelia and Miles Cerrone. Precious son of Betty (Skurnick) and the late Francis Cerrone. Brother of Gary (Margie) Cerrone of Bethel Park. Son-in-law of the late Harold and late Loretta Reichert. Dan was a 1972 graduate of St. Thomas High school in Braddock and a 1976 graduate of Carnegie Mellon where he earned his Civil Engineering degree. He spent his entire career as a civil engineer and traveled throughout the world. He was first hired by USSteel and worked with USSteel until he was a victim of the massive layoffs in the early 1980s. Since then Dan has worked for a variety of companies but always in his career of designing and engineering equipment for the steel industry. For some companies, he was involved with the sales of the equipment. His career came full circle as he was currently employed with USSteel, taking great pride in his latest design work of a mini mill in Ohio. Dan was a member and President of the Primavera Lodge #149 of the Italian Sons and Daughter of America. He also served on the National Board of Directors of the ISDA and was a National Councilor for the ISDA in Western PA. Dan enjoyed being a member of the Good Shepherd Parish Choir and also delighted in making wine, limoncello and Italian meats. When his children were young, Dan was a coach for their youth soccer teams. He loved travelling with Sharon, taking in the activities of Amelia and Miles and spending any time with his beloved family. Friends are welcome on Tuesday from 2-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC; TURTLE CREEK / MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350. Mass of Christian Burial in Good Shepherd Church, Braddock, on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Dan valued education. For that reason, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Primavera Lodge #149, re: Scholarship Fund, c/o 120 Laurie Dr., Pgh., PA 15235. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GERALDINE M. "GERRIE" NOVAK MC...

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GERALDINE M. "GERRIE" NOVAK McCABE Age 93, of North Huntingdon, on Saturday, February 29, 2020, in the AHN Forbes Hospital. She was born August 12, 1926, in Munhall, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Haky) Novak. Gerrie was once employed in the cafeteria at Norwin Senior High School. She was a 60 year member of St. Agnes Church of North Huntingdon, the church's Emerald club, the Resurrection Choir, the Alter Rosary Society, and the Confraternity of Christian Mothers. She was also a member of the AARP # 3221, of North Huntingdon and Branch 42 of the Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Union. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William T. McCabe; a son-in-law, Edward Carnathan; and a brother, Richard Novak. Surviving are four children, Janice Carnathan of Carlsbad, NM, Barbara Smith and her husband, Doug, of North Huntingdon, William J. McCabe and his wife, Cindy, of North Huntingdon, and Timothy McCabe and his wife, Amy, of North Huntingdon; ten grandchildren, Edward Carnathan, Amy Calderon (Jerry), Matthew Carnathan (Brooke), Kari Oldenburg (Lance), Jody Ducote (Allen), Kimberly DeMarines (Matt), Sean McCabe (Lauryn), Katey McCabe, William and Timothy McCabe; and 16 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at the OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 805 Pennsylvania Ave., Irwin on Tuesday form 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Parting prayers will take place on Wednesday at 9:20 a.m. in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in the St. Agnes Church. Interment will follow in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery, North Huntingdon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Agnes Church Social Hall Building Fund, 11400 St. Agnes Lane, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. For online condolences, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARBARA R. MURPHY AGE 77, OF P...

March 1, 2020, 5:00 pm
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BARBARA R. MURPHY Age 77, of Penn Hills, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Jack Murphy. Loving sister of Thomas (Diana) Reeder, Joanne Strubbe, William (Carroll) Reeder, and Patricia (Bob) Jones. Dear sister-in-law of Bill (Dee) Murphy, Thomas (Daisy) Murphy, Kathy (Mac) Murphy, Barbara Murphy and the late Charles Murphy. Barbara was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Verona, enjoyed knitting and crocheting. She was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed playing board games. Friends and relatives will be received on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, from 2-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, March 4, 2020, 10 a.m. St. Joseph Catholic Church, Verona. Interment will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Penn Hills next to her husband. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERBERT J. KENDALL III OF WILK...

March 3, 2020, 5:00 pm
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HERBERT J. KENDALL III Of Wilkinsburg, age 73, on Sunday, March 1, 2020. Beloved husband of Paulette (Zahorchak) Kendall for 40 years. Loving father of Dayle Kendall. Cherished grandfather of Joanna. Brother of Mary Ann (Greg) Gray, David Kendall and the late Gregory (surviving spouse, Kathy) Kendall. Herb was a self-employed painter and wallpaper hanger and was well-known and respected for his work throughout eastern Allegheny County. He enjoyed fishing the Allegheny River in his spare time and loved to travel with Paulette. There will not be a viewing or service. Arrangements are with PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC., East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARY (EHNOT) WASELKO MARY WAS...

March 3, 2020, 5:00 pm
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MARY (EHNOT) WASELKO Mary Waselko, of Munhall, on February 25, 2020, age 97. Beloved wife of the late Michael Waselko; loving mother of Janice (Ronald) Close, Karen (the late Gary) Weatherby, and Michael "Ralph" (Renee) Waselko; grandmother of 11, preceded in death by grandchildren, Terri and Tom; great-grandmother of 31; great-great-grandmother of 23; daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Evancho) Ehnot; sister of Eleanor Dugan, and the late Anna Reichenbach, Margaret Pawlik, Elizabeth Pieffer, Andrew John, Michael, and Steven Ehnot. Mary was a lifelong, active member of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, and had a very independent spirit. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 6, 2020, 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, PA 15120, with a Panachida Service at 2 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020, 10 a.m., at the St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, Homestead. Interment will follow at St. Nicholas Orthodox Cemetery, West Mifflin. Condolences may be left at www.swgfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DORIS J. (WEISMANN) URBATIS AG...

March 3, 2020, 5:00 pm
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DORIS J. (WEISMANN) URBATIS Age 83, of Green Tree, formerly of Sheraden, took the hand of the Lord on Sunday, March 1, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Earnest S. Urbatis for 45 years; mother of Cindy (Michael) Wuenstel, Gary Urbatis and Diane (Jack) Momeyer; special grandmother of Michelle (Zach) Rivenbark, Becky (fiancee Chris Greene) Wuenstel, Brian Wuenstel, Kinsey and Jaxson Momeyer; great-grandmother of Jemma Rivenbark; daughter of the late Norman and Helen (Shook) Weismann; sister of Norman (late Lois) Weismann, Jr., Theresa (late Paul) Jancay, Edward (Judy) Weismann and the late Richard and William (surviving Cathy) Weismann; sister-in-law of Lillian (late Hank) Blumling and the late Robert and Mary Urbatis; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Doris was known for her kindness and compassion and family was always her priority. She was an active member of Holy Innocents Church, where she served as a Eucharistic Minister. Her family expresses their thanks for the special care received from Harbour Senior Living and Gateway Hospice. Family and friends received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WILLIAM F. CONROY FUNERAL HOME, 2944 Chartiers Ave., Sheraden, Pittsburgh 15204. Funeral Mass in St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 310 Mansfield Ave., Green Tree 15220 on Thursday at 10 a.m. Interment in St. Mary's Cemetery, O'Hara Twp. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JULIA V. HEIDEL MODANY AGE 88,...

March 3, 2020, 5:00 pm
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JULIA V. HEIDEL MODANY Age 88, of Ohioville, passed away following a brief illness, Sunday, March 1, 2020. Born July 19, 1931, in Monaca, she was a daughter of the late George and Anna Heidel. A resident of Ohioville for over 60 years, Julia was a faithful member of St. Blaise Parish, Midland, where she was active with the Catholic Daughters of America, Christian Mothers Guild, St. Anthony Ladies Guild, and St. Vincent DePaul Society. She also made rosaries for the parish and was a money-counter. In addition to her parents, Julia was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Albert F. Modany, Sr in April, 2009; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas G. and Jeanne Modany; grandson, Anthony T. Modany; sisters, Mary Trella, Anna Nunzir, Helen Neese, and Josephine Seech; brother, George Heidel; brothers-in-law, Pete Trella, John Nunzir, Joseph J. Vular, John Neese, Paul Seech, Joseph Modany, Sr., and John Modany, Sr.; and sister-in-law, Sue Heidel. She will be greatly missed by two sons, Albert F. (Gloriann) Modany, Jr., and Robert G. (Julie A) Modany, all of Ohioville; two daughters, Kathleen (Richard) Flanagan, Pittsburgh, and Regina (Michael) Patterson, Ohioville; one sister, Elsie Vular, Monaca; sisters and brothers-in-law, Marie (Patti) Modany, Patricia Modany, Dolores “Dolly” Vanegas, Kenneth (Barbara) Groscost, and Gabriel (Carolyn) Modany, Jr.; along with grandchildren, Alex, Jason, and Laura Modany, Adam (Nicole Henninger) Flanagan and Kaitlynn Flanagan, Gregory (Jessica), Andrew, and Courtney Modany, Angela (Forrest) Jones, Nicholas Modany, Rachel and Zackary Patterson, and Tiffany Bartoles; great-grandchildren, Angelina, Lily, Jaycee, and Carter Modany, and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received Wednesday, March 4, 2020, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the SCHWERHA-NOLL FUNERAL HOME, 600 Beaver Ave., Midland. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Julia's nephew, Fr. Robert J. Vular, Thursday, March 5, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Blaise Parish, Midland. Interment will follow at Beaver Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com. Julia was a spiritual, compassionate woman who spread her unconditional love to all those she met; whether a stranger, family, or friend, she saw everyone as a child of God and mimicked the love of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Julia's name may be made to St. Blaise Parish, or the St. Vincent DePaul Society. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DYMETRO P. TELECH AGE 99, OF ...

March 3, 2020, 5:00 pm
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DYMETRO P. TELECH Age 99, of McKees Rocks, passed on Sunday, March 1, 2020. Beloved husband of the late Julia (Sideritch); loving father of Daniel Telech (Regina) and Allan Telech (Deborah); dear grandfather of Nicolette Telech (Matthew Dzadovsky) and Monique Weis (Stephen); great-grandfather of Brendan, Evelyn and Jason; also survived by his sisters-in-law, Bertha Miller, Theresa Bukowski and Jeannette Sideritch. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. WEDNESDAY at the McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1225 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks, where a Blessing Service will be held 11:00 a.m. THURSDAY. Interment to follow in St. Mary's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorial contributions be made in his name to the San Francisco Botanical Gardens, 320 Judah St., San Francisco, CA 94122. www.mcdermottfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GEORGE JOSEPH PATERNI AGE 71, ...

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GEORGE JOSEPH PATERNI Age 71, of Peachtree Corners, GA, formerly of Pittsburgh, peacefully passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2020, at Emory University Hospital surrounded by his loving wife and family. George was born November 20, 1948, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Nathan and Rita (Barsotti) Paterni. George was also preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Gary James (Beverly) Paterni. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Rebecca L. "Becky" Paterni; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ronald M. (Franca) Paterni, David J. (Nancy) Paterni, and Robert T. (Regina) Paterni; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Friday, March 6, 2020, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Saturday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church, 5200 Greenridge Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Interment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in McMurray, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to MDS-Foundation, www.mds-foundation.org/donate, in honor of George. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HELEN B. WEHNER ON MONDAY, MA...

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HELEN B. WEHNER On Monday, March 2, 2020. Wife of the late Norbert W. Wehner. Beloved mother of David W. (Barbara Yoerg) Wehner of NV, Helen L. (Dennis) Cribbins, and Elizabeth P. (the late Art) Niemczyk. Grandmother of Chad P. Cribbins, Colleen D. Collins, Jeffrey S. Niemczyk, Cynthia Martinez Allen, John Paul Martinez and the late Kristie B. Cribbins. Great-grandmother of Tyler Collins, Cole and Coco Cribbins, Shelby and Nicholas Greiner. Sister of the late Twila Bykowski. Family will receive visitors Thursday, 3-7 p.m. at O'BRIEN'S, 3724 California at Cooper Aves., N.S. Funeral Mass in St. Cyril of Alexandria Church Friday, 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford, 146 Neely School Rd., Wexford, PA 15084. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEPHEN JOSEPH PAVLO STEPHEN J...

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STEPHEN JOSEPH PAVLO Stephen Joseph Pavlo, 96, of Trumbull, passed away peacefully at home on March 1, 2020, with his loving family by his side. He was predeceased by his parents, John Pavlo and Elizabeth (Levkus) Pavlo, and sisters, Rita Kalinowski and Evelyn Denisevich. Stephen attended Harding High School and continued his education at the University of Connecticut to study Engineering. From 1942-1943 he worked at Vaught-Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, Stratford CT, as an Engineering Draftsman designing the first Sikorsky helicopter, the VS-300. Between 1943-1946 Stephen proudly served his country in the midst of WWII by joining the United States Navy, where he was stationed on an Edsall-Class Destroyer Escort, the USS Haverfield, DE-393, as a Chief Motor Machinist's Mate. He served in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters. He received an honorable discharge and was the recipient of two Presidential Unit Citations, the American Theater Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Medal, Victory Medal, European Theater Medal, Commendation Ribbon, and the Philippine Liberation Medal. Stephen worked as a Cost Estimation Engineer for over 30 years at Trio Industries, Bridgeport, CT, an architectural metal window, door, and panel fabricator, responsible for a large number of skyscraper building construction projects in major US cities. He then worked at LFE Fluid Controls Division, Hamden, CT for many years as a Cost Estimation Engineer. Stephen was an active member of Saint Theresa's Church, Trumbull, CT for over sixty years, and had been a past president of the Holy Name Society. He enjoyed bowling with the St. Teresa Men's League well into his early nineties. Home and car repair projects were Stephen's passion, and when Stephen was not at home fixing something or another, he was quick to be at the home of one his children, relatives, and neighbors in need, offering his time, sage technical wisdom, and lending a hand on never-ending projects and problems of others. His technical expertise proved invaluable countless times, and his signature tag line was always, “If I Can't Fix It, It's Junk.” Stephen enjoyed working on his prized 1956 Packard automobile, polka dancing, cooking hot, spicy foods, and playing music on his accordion and harmonica at family events. He was a very strong family man who loved his wife and children tremendously. Stephen leaves behind his beloved wife of sixty-one years, Mary Louise (Drobne) Pavlo, and his children, Christine Babina (David) of Oxford, Connecticut; John Pavlo (Stephanie) of Oxford, Connecticut; Stephanie Dancsak (David) of The Woodlands, Texas; and Robert Pavlo (Rachel Harrington-Pavlo) of Milford, Connecticut. In addition, he leaves behind his loving granddaughters Arianne Babina (Adam Kirsch) of Uppsala, Sweden; Melissa Babina (Jacob Drozd) of El Paso, Texas; Samantha Pavlo of Oxford, Connecticut, and great-granddaughter, Ava Hayden of Milford, Connecticut; also, grandsons, Gregory Babina of Milford, Connecticut and Benjamin Pavlo of Oxford, Connecticut, and his constant companion and loyal cat, Dobie. A Mass of Christian Burial in Celebration of Stephen's Life will be held on Friday, March 6, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Theresa Church, 5301 Main St., Trumbull, CT. Interment with Military Honors will follow in the family plot at St. John Cemetery, Monroe, CT . Friends and relatives may call at the MILLER-WARD FUNERAL HOME, 260 Bank Street, (RT 67, across from Klarides Village) Seymour on Thursday, March 5, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Stephen's memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation through the funeral home. To leave online condolences or to light a virtual candle, please visit www.millerwardfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EILEEN M. BOLSINGER ON MONDAY,...

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EILEEN M. BOLSINGER On Monday, March 2, 2020. Loving mother of Kelli L. (Daniel) Bolsinger, and Kimberly A. Kelly. Grandmother of Taylor L. Kelly. There were no visitations, internment will be held privately. Arrangements by O'BRIEN'S Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DR. RAYMOND SESTI BONIFACE AGE...

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DR. RAYMOND SESTI BONIFACE Age 95, of Poland, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020. He was born on August 6, 1924, in the Bloomfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Boniface was a graduate of Central Catholic High School in Pittsburgh and Duquesne University in 1948. After returning from the war he received his medical degree from the University of Bologna in Italy. He opened his general medical practice in 1954, and then specialized in psychiatry in 1968 after a residency at Western Psychiatric Institute at the University of Pittsburgh. His life will forever be cherished by his loving wife of 65 years, Jacqueline Marie Clair; his children, Raymond (Nancy Gantt) Boniface, Phyllis (Robert Steele) Boniface, Thomas (Elisabeth Young) Boniface, Juliet (Jonathan) Krassenstein, of Pittsburgh, Carla (Doug) Devlin, of Pittsburgh, James (Christine) Boniface, Diane (John) Hopper, and Robert (Amy) Boniface; 28 grandchildren; and surviving sisters, Lillian Paciotta and Dolores Boniface, both of Pittsburgh. He was preceded in death by his parents, Filomina and Sesti Bonifacio; his brother, Ettore; and his sisters, Matilda, Gilda and Geneva. Visitation will be 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 6, 2020, at HIGGINS-REARDON FUNERAL HOME, Poland Chapel, 2726 Center Rd., Poland, Ohio 44514. A Mass of Christian burial will be 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7, 2020, at Holy Family Catholic Church, followed by interment at Poland Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market St., Youngstown, Ohio 44512 or Raymond and Jacqueline Boniface/Young Scholarship Endowment, c/o Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) Foundation, 4209 St. Rt. 44, Rootstown, Ohio 44272, https://www.neomed.edu/give/bluefund Condolences may be shared at www.higgins-reardon.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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