MYERS
GEORGE MGM
3/15/61 ~ 10/8/04
It's been ten years since you were taken from us, however it seems like only yesterday. Wish you were here so we could talk about so many things, especially your grandson playing football and how your daughters have grown up. I know you are watching them up in Heaven; you should be very proud. We love and miss you very much.
Sadly missed by Mom, Dad and family
↧
MYERS GEORGE MGM 3/15/61 ~ 1...
↧
SMITH-DOWD KATHY MARCH 23, 196...
SMITH-DOWD
KATHY
March 23, 1963 ~ Oct. 8, 2013
We love you and miss you every day.
Mummy, Doug, Lex, Opie, Kelly, Brianna & Tyler
↧
↧
EWALD DANIEL ALBERT ON OCTOBER...
EWALD DANIEL ALBERT On October 6, 2014, after complications of a cerebral hemorrhage, at the age of 64, Daniel Albert Ewald walked through the gates of Heaven, a place that over the years he so faithfully prayed and preached to others about. It was the joy of his life to serve the lord. He has labored in the Bible Missionary Church as pastor, evangelist, and leader for over 45 years. In 1985, he became the District Leader of the Northeast states. He traveled to many foreign countries proclaiming the love of Jesus, where he loved the people and they loved him in return. In 2010 he had a heart and kidney transplant and never experienced any form of rejection. He was never one to let a situation get the best of him, but he made the best of every circumstance. After his transplant, he lived every day thanking God for another chance to tell others of Jesus. He never let an opportunity pass that he didn't tell someone he would be praying for them. His humor and his famous mischievous grin will be missed by the nurses, staff, and doctors on the fifth floor in the Allegheny General Hospital, where he spent much of the eight months before his transplant. On August 6, 1950, he was the first born son of Albert and Shirley Ewald. On October 6, 2014, he was welcomed on the shores of Heaven by his father, brother, grandparents, niece, nephew, and many others, but most of all by Jesus. Preparing for that grand reunion again is the love of his life and best friend, Jorene Ewald, whom he was married to for 45 years; also are his children and their spouses, Danette (Ewald) and Michel Hallam of Hookstown, PA, Daniel and Derita Ewald of Onego, WV, and Chad and Teri Ewald of Bedford, PA; his grandchildren, who made him young at heart, Katie and Cody Acord, Daniel III and Tabitha, Michael, Kayla, Travis, Heidi, Brittney, Emily, and MaKayla; his mother, Shirley Ewald of Traverse City, MI; and his siblings and their families, Tim and Sharon Ewald of Howell, MI, Ruth (Ewald) and Dan Hallett of Traverse City, MI, and Mark and Shirley Ewald of Shade Gap, PA. Daniel is on Heaven's shore encouraging us to stay faithful and make Heaven our eternal home. Friends will be received from 4-9 p.m. Tuesday in the Bible Missionary Church, James Creek, where a Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday by Rev. William Whited and Rev. Rick Yancy. Interment will follow in Entriken Cemetery. Arrangements are by the TODD T. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., Roaring Spring. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
HESTER EMMALINE L. (LAZZELL) F...
HESTER EMMALINE L. (LAZZELL) Formerly of Wilkinsburg and Penn Hills, age 69, on Wednesday, October 8, 2014. Wife of the late Edward Hester; beloved mother of Marge Hester of Monroeville and Michael Hester of Virginia; sister of Chuck Lazzell of Ohio and Karen of Pittsburgh. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Emmaline was a homemaker and she enjoyed watching horror movies. Friends welcome Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Avenue at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800, where a Blessing Service will be held on Saturday, 10 a.m. Burial in Lakewood Memorial Gardens. www.laniganfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
COCHRAN LYNDA G. AGE 72, OF GR...
COCHRAN LYNDA G. Age 72, of Greensburg, died Sunday, October 5, 2014, at home. She was born November 26, 1941, in Baltimore, MD, a daughter of the late John R. and Isabelle Wieland Gauss. She was a graduate of Penn State University class of 1963 and a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma. She was a volunteer for Meals On Wheels. She was a contributor to the Westmoreland Museum of American Art, the Metropolitan Opera, and many nature organizations. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Robert D., Cochran; two sons, John Andrew Cochran and wife, Christine, of Wooster, Ohio and Wesley Robert Cochran of Greensburg; a grandson, Travis James Cochran; a sister, Jane Sheeder of State College. Services are private. Arrangements by the C. RICHARD McCAULEY FUNERAL HOME, INC., of Youngwood, PA. Family suggests memorial contributions to the Westmoreland Museum of American Art. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
WEITZ PATRICIA BELLE (WILT) ON...
WEITZ PATRICIA BELLE (WILT) On Friday, August 8, 2014, of Pleasant Hills and Linesville, PA, passed away with her loving son by her side. Wife of the late Jerome Weitz; mother of Steven (Maria) Weitz; sister of Verna McHale, David Terrance (Debbie) Wilt, and Judy Moon (Leroy); loving grandmother of twins, Jesse and Veronica Weitz. Patricia was the assistant to the president of Ethan Allen Furniture in Pittsburgh for 30 years. Everyone please meet and join us on October 11, 2014, at 1 p.m. in Jefferson Memorial Park Cemetery Chapel, 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Luncheon to follow services. Arrangements by the JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, LTD., South Side. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
SHEARER EVELYN M. (THOMPSON) O...
SHEARER EVELYN M. (THOMPSON) On Wednesday, October 8, 2014, Evelyn M. (Thompson) Shearer, age 80, of Whitehall. Beloved wife of the late John T. Shearer; mother of Donna Shearer, John T. Shearer, Jr., and Laura (Chris) Wilson; mother-in-law of Melanie Shearer; grandmother of John J. Shearer, David M. Shearer, Christopher M. Shearer, Joshua T. Wilson and Kaitlyn A. Wilson; also six great- grandchildren; sister of John (Joann) Thompson, Edward (Carole) Thompson and the late Robert Thompson and Donna Parnes; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5636 Brownsville Road, Broughton-Curry-South Park Twp., where services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. The family requests donations in Evelyn's name to the Humane Society, 1101 Western Ave., Pgh., PA 15233. Condolences may be offered for the family at: www.GriffithFH.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
MARTINELLI MILDRED M. (NICHTER...
MARTINELLI MILDRED M. (NICHTER) Age 87, peacefully on Tuesday, October 7, 2014, a resident of Paramount Senior Living, formerly of Beechview. Beloved wife of the late William R. Martinelli; loving mother of Cheryl L. (Norbert) Vonderau, Mark (Laureen) and Bill (Ann); cherished grandmother of Nicole, Emily, Stephani, Anthony, and Allison. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227, Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Services and interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions be made to Paramount Hospice Care, 3025 Washington Road, Suite 301, McMurray, PA 15317, in Mildred's name. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
LUCAS DELILAH PEACEFULLY DEPAR...
LUCAS DELILAH Peacefully departed on October 6, 2014, and was preceded in death by her husband, Cleveland Lucas. She is survived by son, Marlon (Dana) Lucas; and daughter, Sherrie Lucas; siblings, Savannah Cowan and Omar (Penelope) Salih; sister-in-law, Irvin Moten; three grandchildren and many relatives and friends. Visitation Friday, October 10, 2014, 4-8 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC. Homegoing Saturday 10 a.m. at Destiny International Ministries, 7061 Lemington Ave., Pittsburgh, 15206. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
CREIGHTON IMA JEAN AGE 77, OF ...
CREIGHTON IMA JEAN Age 77, of Pittsburgh, on Saturday, October 4, 2014. She is survived by her former husband, Donald Creighton; and sons, Michael and Donnell Creighton; several grandchildren. Friends received at New Life AME Church, 7328 Hamilton Ave., Friday from 9 a.m. until 12 noon, and Services immediately following, with Rev. Ragin-Dykes, officiating. Arrangements by CALDWELLS FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
STREIFF PRESTON JOHN BORN MAY ...
STREIFF PRESTON JOHN Born May 15, 2014, passed away peacefully by his parents' sides, October 7, 2014. His infectious smile and love for life will be carried on through his parents, Michael and Angela; his Nanny Debbie and Poppy Mickey Presto; his Grammy Donna and Pappy Nick Streiff; his aunts, Natalie and Amanda Streiff; his aunt Jennine, uncle Brian and cousins, Collin and Addison Osborne; and great- grandparents, Louis Presto, Barbara Parfitt, Larry and Donna Kasperowski. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11311 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills, where a Service will be held on Saturday at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to www.gofundme.com/fed0l8. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
HARPER NELL S. ON TUESDAY, OCT...
HARPER NELL S. On Tuesday, October 7, 2014, formerly of Edgewood. Beloved wife of Samuel R. Harper, Jr., since 1943; dear mother of Jane (Douglas) Taylor of New Jersey and Thomas R. (Jacquelyn) Harper of Forest Hills; grandmother of Megan (Adam) Michel and Ethan (Megan) Taylor; great- grandmother of Liam, Kate, Maddie, and Sam. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001, Saturday 11 a.m. until time of service at noon. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Animal Friends or the Cystic Fibrosis Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
SERRAPERE LOUIS M. COCO ON T...
SERRAPERE LOUIS M. COCO On Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014, age 69, of East McKeesport, formerly of Wilmerding. Beloved husband of, and preceded in death by, the love of his life, Elizabeth (O'Connel) Serrapere; wonderful and devoted father of Amy (David) of N. Versailles and Michael (Dana) of Irwin; awesome and cherished "Pappy" to Melissa, Mario, Isabella Serrapere and Nico'lee Rohac; son of the late Mary Audrey (Bill) Enid, and the late John "Itsic" Serrapere; brother of Maryann Serrapere, Joann Serrapere, Jenna (David) Landis, and John "Dee Dee" Serrapere. Coco will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. He was employed at WABCO, Radform Tool, and the Union Switch & Signal. He also touched many lives while being the original proud owner of the Sports Page and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Friends received at JAMES F. FILIA FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 354 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, on Friday 2- 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Jude the Apostle Church on Sat. at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
MIKLIC PAUL BUZZ AGE 76, OF ...
MIKLIC PAUL BUZZ Age 76, of Beechview, formerly of Washington, PA, and Jacksonville, FL, on October 6, 2014. Buzz worked for the Association of the American Railroad. He retired from CSX Transportation in Jacksonville, FL after 35 years. Surviving is one sister, Virginia (Mario) Mullig, of Canonsburg. Buzz was most proud of his nephew and nieces, Robert Mullig of Chicago, Suzanne (Olen) Scott of Ashburn, VA, Amy (Craig) Antonio of McMurray, Maureen (Brian) Sullivan of Chicago; and great- nieces, Livia and Maria Antonio and Sydney, Sofia and Malia Scott. He was a special uncle and he will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, and their many friends who also came to know him as Uncle Buzz. Friends received Friday, 4-8 p.m., at WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, (412-221-3333). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Church, Washington. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Celtic Hospice, 150 Scharberry Ln., Mars, PA 16046 or Washington Area Humane Society, P.O. Box 66, Eighty Four, PA 15330. View and add condolences at: www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
SMOLCHEK BERNADETTE E. BERNIE...
SMOLCHEK BERNADETTE E. BERNIE June 17, 1939, to Oct. 5, 2014, Bernadette "Bernie" (McClelland) Smolchek, 75, passed away at her home at Hawthorne Village of Sarasota Health and Rehab, Sarasota, Florida on October 5, 2014. Bernie was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and was the beloved daughter of the late Theckla Ketterer McClelland and James McClelland, Sr. of McKees Rocks, PA. Bernadette was the loving and devoted wife of her predeceased husband, Michael "Jim" Smolchek, Sr. She is survived by her children, Margaret Ferrino of Sarasota, Michael Smolchek, Jr., and Paul (Tamara) Smolchek, both of Wellington, Florida, and Karen Brady (Scott) of Virginia; she leaves seven beautiful grandchildren, Christopher Fahrny, Stephanie Muscati, Zachary, Johnathan and Kaitlin Brady, and Ryan and Olivia Smolchek. As Bernadette takes her rightful place next to her beloved Jim, she leaves behind her devoted sister, Margaret "Peg" Moore; and youngest brother, Robert "David" McClelland (Charlotte); as well as her loving sister-in-law, Rosemary Smolchek Bradley (Tom). She was predeceased by her brothers, Jim and Richard McClelland (Bobbie). Bernie loved and leaves many in-laws, nieces, and friends. She will be remembered for her devotion to her family, her warm smile, and generous spirit. Her greatest joy was having had the opportunity to stay at home and raise her four children, and, after moving to Sarasota, she began a successful 27 year career with Burdines Department Store at South Gate Mall. Bernie was known for her baking and cooking talent which she lovingly passed on to her children and grandchildren. Bernie's love and constant support and guidance of her children was second only to the enormous affection and pride she felt towards her seven grandchildren who knew her as their "Grammy". The family invites family and friends to a Catholic Memorial Mass for Bernadette at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 2506 Gulf Gate Dr., Sarasota, FL, at 9:30 a.m., Friday, October 10, 2014, followed immediately by a brunch reception in the church fellowship center. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to a memorial fund that will benefit children in need, set up in Bernadette's memory. Please make checks payable to Hawthorne Village Health and Rehab and indicate "Children's Angel Fund" in the memo line. Donations may be mailed to Hawthorne Village of Sarasota, c/o Children's Angel Fund, 5381 Desoto Rd., Sarasota, FL 34235. Guestbook: www.wiegandbrothers.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
JAMISON DORIS (FAIRFIELD) OF B...
JAMISON DORIS (FAIRFIELD) Of Bridgewater, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2014, at Allegheny General Hospital. She was a daughter of the late Erle and Editha Fairfield. An active and faithful member of Trinity Anglican Church, Beaver, she had served as a lay reader, chalice bearer, vestry member, and former senior warden. She was also the former president of Beaver County Medical Society Auxiliary. Preceding her in death, besides her parents, were her husband of 26 years, James B. Jamison II, MD in 1978; and her sister, Barbara Bower in 1991. Surviving are two sons, James B. (Lynn) Jamison, Patterson Heights and Todd F. (Karen) Jamison, Golden, CO; a daughter, Katherine Jamison, Bridgewater; and two granddaughters, Emily J. (Dean) Paget and Caroline J. (Stephen) Snediker, all of Denver, CO. Friends will be received Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. for a memorial visitation at NOLL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 333 Third St., Beaver. A Funeral Service will be conducted Friday at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Anglican Church by her rector, Father Scott Homer. Private inurnment will be in the Beaver Cemetery Mausoleum. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com. Memorial contributions may be made, if desired, to Trinity Church Scholarship Fund, 370 Beaver St., Beaver, PA 15009, or Chatham University, Office of University Advancement, One Woodland Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
HARRIS WALTER M., 1ST SERGEANT...
HARRIS WALTER M., 1ST SERGEANT, RETIRED USMC Age 73, of Mt. Washington, on Tuesday, October 7, 2014. Beloved husband of 20 years to Jill Nolan Harris; father of Walter M. Harris; grandfather of Darby and Carly Harris (all of Jacksonville, FL); brother of Betty Lou Becker (of Middleport, OH) and the late Woodrow Clark Harris; son-in-law of James G. and the late Regina S. Nolan; brother-in-law of James M. and the late Jeffery (survived by Deborah) Nolan; also survived by family and friends. Friends received Thursday 4-8 p.m. and Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BRUSCO - FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 214 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington (412 381-2323). Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Mount Church on Saturday at 10 a.m., immediately followed by Military Honors by VFW Post 5111. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Interment private. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
↧
OCVIRK IRENE AGE 86, OF WEST D...
OCVIRK IRENE Age 86, of West Deer Twp., passed away Monday, October 6, 2014, at Concordia of Fox Chapel. Mrs. Ocvirk was born August 17, 1928, in Bairdford, to the late Alexander and Mary Kretchko, living her entire life in the West Deer area. She was a 1946 graduate of West Deer High School. Irene retired from the U.S. Postal Service with 16 years of service. She also worked alongside her husband at their family business, Fashion Dry Cleaners, in Oakmont and Gibsonia. Irene was a very active life member of St. Michael's Eastern Orthodox Church, and she enjoyed dancing, polka music, and cooking. She is survived by her sons, Robert C. (Debbie) Ocvirk of Butler and Ronald P. (Mary Lynn) Ocvirk of Robinson Twp.; grandchildren, Ashley, Alexandra and Michael Ocvirk. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1995, Charles Ocvirk; and sisters, Anna and Helen Buchanich. Friends and relatives are invited to attend 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. with Parastas at 7:30 p.m., Friday, October 10, 2014, at the ADAM SIEMIANOWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 179 Starr Rd., Russellton. Funeral Services will be held Saturday 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael Eastern Orthodox Church, Curtisville, with Rev. Alexander Poshyvajlo, officiating. Mrs. Ocvirk will be laid to rest next to her husband, Charles, in Deer Creek Cemetery, Harmar Twp. Family suggests memorials to: Alzheimer's Of America Foundation, 322 8th Ave., 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
KOBE MARY FRANCES AGE 83, OF E...
KOBE MARY FRANCES Age 83, of Etna, on Monday, October 6, 2014. Daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (Warwick) Kobe; sister of Audrey Hickey and the late Joan Lombardi; also survived by a niece and cousins. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, St. Augustine Church on Friday at 10 a.m. Frannie will always be remembered for her intelligent wit, her artistic talents, and her sense of humor. Arrangements by the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧
MARQUIS ESTHER K. OF HOMER, ...
MARQUIS ESTHER K. Of Homer, New York and formerly of Penn Hills. Peacefully passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2014, eight days before her 95th birthday. She was the beloved wife of the late William C. Marquis; loving mother of Diane (Carl) Graper of Penn Hills, Donna (the late Paul) Broderick of Rowlett, Texas, William, Jr. (Linda) of Kansas City, Missouri and Cheryl (Barry) Kerner of Homer, New York; cherished grandmother of ten; great-grandmother of nine; and great-great- grandmother of four; sister of Gertrude Lewis, the late Marion Cavitt and the late Robert Klose. Friends received Friday 4:30-6 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills, PA 15235, where a Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Macular Degeneration Research, 22512 Gateway Center Drive, P.O. Box 1952, Clarksburg, MD 20871. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
↧