GRAYSON RICHARD DICK Age 74, of Boynton Beach, Florida, formerly of Shaler Township, Pennsylvania, passed away on November 17, 2014. Beloved husband of Shirley (Duty) Grayson; father of daughter, Diane (Richard) Stockey; sons, Richard (Dawn) Grayson and Russell (Kimberly) Grayson; grandfather of Garrett Kelly, Travis Grayson and Victoria Grayson; brother of Shirley Weiss, Gary (Brenda) Grayson and Kenneth (Janice) Grayson. He was an active member and chorus director of the North Hills Harmony Line Chorus for over 20 years. He was also a member and chorus director for over 25 years of the Coastmen in Boynton Beach, FL. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2014, at 11 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 1118 Chislett Street, Morningside. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation be made to Animal Friends. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRAYSON RICHARD DICK AGE 74,...
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FERRARO JOSEPH N., SR. 1/6/192...
FERRARO
JOSEPH N., Sr.
1/6/1926 - 11/26/2006
Today is the eighth anniversary of your passing. That day, our lives changed forever.
Without you there is a void. We are thankful for the years we had you, and we cherish all the great memories.
We love and miss you.
Always in our heart.
Love forever, your wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren
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KLENA LINDA (LEONARD) AGE 72, ...
KLENA LINDA (LEONARD) Age 72, of Indiana Twp. and formerly of Aspinwall, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, November 27, 2014. Wife of Dr. Dennis Lynch; mother of Patricia Klena Hood; grandmother of Rose Hood; sister of Patricia Leonard Mctighe, Barbara Leonard, Susan Leonard (Michael) Troyan, and Michael Leonard; aunt of Tug, Bradley, Christopher, Meredith, Adam, and Emily. Linda was a registered nurse for 47 years and held several bachelors degrees and masters degrees as well. She was an active member of her parish St. Scholastica Church, where she was a member of the contemporary choir and an active member of the youth ministries annual mission trip to West Virginia. Friends received Sunday, November 30, 2014, from 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the WEDDELL - AJAK FUNERAL HOME, 100 Center Ave., Aspinwall, where a parting prayer will be held Monday, December 1, 2014, at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Scholastica Church. In lieu of flowers, Linda suggested donations be made to the St. Scholastica Appalachia Mission Trip. Attn: Jamie Dillon, 309 Brilliant Ave., Pgh., PA 15215. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KUNESKY CATHERINE (YOUNG) AGE ...
KUNESKY CATHERINE (YOUNG) Age 74, on November 24, 2014. Wife of the late Walter E. Whitney and the late Walter Kunesky; beloved mother of Michael Young and Michelle (Robert Smith, Sr.) Whitney; sister of Edna Mae Higley and Eleanor Morgan; also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 3-6 p.m. at MILLER - BRADY FUNERAL HOME, 1550 Lowrie St., Troy Hill. Blessing Service to follow. Memorials suggested to American Heart Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PATTERSON MICHAEL D., SR., M.D...
PATTERSON MICHAEL D., Sr., M.D. Age 59, of McCandless Twp., unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, November 26, 2014. Beloved husband of Sarah Ann (Grandy) Patterson; father of Michael, Jr., Darryl (Bridgett), Lucas (Cori) and Jason Patterson; grandfather of Isabella, Alexis, Benjamin, Kylie, Elle and Melody; brother of Elmore (Leslie) Patterson and Peggi Austin and the late Virginia Wynn; also survived by loving sisters-in-law and extended family members. Preceded in death by parents, Elmore and Lilliam (Brown) Patterson. Dr. Patterson earned his Pre-Med degree from Westminster College before going on to earn his MD from University of Pittsburgh Medical School. His career has spanned from practicing at UPMC Mercy Hospital and Renewal, Inc., as well as serving as the Chair of the Department of Medicine at Mercy Providence Hospital and Site Medial Officer for Allegheny County Jail. In his spare time, he enjoyed watching sports especially pro wrestling, horror movies, comic books and his family. Dr. Patterson was a very caring and generous man who always helped anyone in any way he could. He dedicated his life's work to caring for the poor, elderly, uninsured and incarcerated. He was admired and adored by all who knew him and is sorely missed. Friends received, Saturday and Sunday, 1-3 and 6-9 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 1965 Ferguson Road, Allison Park, PA 15101, where a Service will be held, Monday, 11 a.m. Interment in Allegheny County Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations be made to a fund that is to be established in Dr. Patterson's name. Arrangements entrusted to SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROCKMAN RENEE B. ON TUESDAY, N...
ROCKMAN RENEE B. On Tuesday, November 25, 2014. Beloved daughter of the late Florence and Leonard Rockman; beloved sister of Michael B. and Libbie Rockman and Paulette and Frederick Schmidt; aunt of Joshua and Ethan Rockman and Jennifer and Craig Schmidt; also survived by Koda and Domino. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Sunday at 1 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (12 noon - 1 p.m.). Interment PRIVATE. Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OAWSTER HARRY AGE 81, OF SARVE...
OAWSTER HARRY Age 81, of Sarver, passed away on November 26, 2014. Born July 21, 1933, in Pittsburgh, PA. Survivors are his wife, Lorraine McClafferty Oawster; two daughters, Agnes (Don) Allday of Sarver and Theresa Tebay of Butler; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; one sister; and one grandson, Brian Tebay, Jr. Friends will be received Friday, November 28, 2014, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at FOX FUNERAL HOME, INC., Saxonburg, PA. Services will be held Saturday, November 29, 2014, 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery in Sharpsburg. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. www.foxfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KIES JENNIFER LYNN AGE 66, OF ...
KIES JENNIFER LYNN Age 66, of McDonald, died Wednesday, November 26, 2014. Beloved wife of Roger Lee Kies; mother of Annie (Aiden) Farrar-Faust and the late Thomas Shaw Farrar; sister of James C., Thomas and David Cowden. Friends will be received from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at NATION FUNERAL HOME, INC., 220 E. Lincoln Ave., McDonald, where services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, December 1, 2014, with Lay Pastor Lou Templeton of Mt. Prospect Presbyterian Church officiating. Burial will follow in National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Online condolences, photos and additional information are available at www.nationfuneralhome.com. "Sleep sweet sweet princess!" Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CARPENTER MARY PATRICIA "PAT" ...
CARPENTER MARY PATRICIA "PAT" (CLOUGHERTY) Age 90, of Mt. Washington, on Tuesday, November 25, 2014. Wife of the late Frank E. Carpenter; devoted mother of Pattie L. Macey and Thomas J. Carpenter (Marsha); loving grandmother of Michele Macey-Null (Anthony), Melody Macey-Kalcevic (Patrick), and Thomas P. Macey; great- grandmother to Amber Rose Macey and Arie, Mila, and Fiona Kalcevic; daughter of the late Patrick and Hazel Clougherty of East Pittsburgh; beloved sister of Leo Clougherty (Patricia). Preceded in death by her brothers, Richard, Robert, Francis and Raymond Clougherty. She is survived by one brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Known as "Pat" or "Patsy" by many, she spent over 40 years of her life working within the dining services of Duquesne University, welcoming many young students to the daily meals in their time away from home. She became a comfort to many as well as a friend. Pat supported the students in their athletic endeavors by becoming a great fan of the Duquesne Dukes football, basketball and baseball teams, attending as many games as she could. Also an avid Steelers fan, she enjoyed her Steelers home games at Three Rivers Stadium and Heinz Field up until age 85. She was a true sports enthusiast, inspired by her Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame father. Friends are welcome Sunday 2-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800 and are welcome to meet at St. Mary of the Mount Parish, Grandview Avenue, Mt. Washington, for a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Donations may be made to The Father Sean Hogan Scholarship Fund, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA 15282. www.laniganfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VARLEY JAMES F. AGE 83, OF WHI...
VARLEY JAMES F. Age 83, of Whitehall, formerly of Greenfield, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2014. Loving father of Shannon; son of the late Ann and the late William Varley; brother of the late William and the late John Varley; cherished friend of Gregory Fajt. Jim was a proud graduate of Central Catholic High School, the University of Pittsburgh, and the Katz School of Business. He served as a medic in the Korean War and loved animals, especially his cats, Stella and Vivian. The family would like to thank his physician, Abe Friedman, for many years of kind care, as well as the doctors and nurses at Shadyside Hospital. There will be no services as per his wishes. Memorial contributions may be made to the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society, 1101 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 412-531-4000. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SIEGFRIED EVELYN OF BEECHVIEW,...
SIEGFRIED EVELYN Of Beechview, age 83, on Wednesday, November 26, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Richard; loving mother of Glenn, Todd, Richard, and the late Donald and Debbie; grandmother of ten; great- grandmother of two; sister of Carol, Jane, Janice, Donna, and the late Walt, Jack, Lloyd, Ruth, and Carl. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 412-531-4000. Friends welcome at 2630 West Liberty Avenue, Dormont, PA 15216, Sunday 12 noon to 6 p.m. Services will be held at the funeral home Monday 11 a.m. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Park. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ENZERRA ROBERT M. AGE 81, OF T...
ENZERRA ROBERT M. Age 81, of the North Side, on Monday, November 24, 2014. Beloved husband for 51 years of Mary Georgia (Seman); loving father of Lisa Merwin Enzerra, Thomas Enzerra (Susan), Robert Enzerra (Carrie), Mark Enzerra (Paula), Edward Enzerra (Julia), Teresa Enzerra (Christopher); proud grandfather of Megan Fike, Emily Enzerra, Carlie Enzerra, Jessica Merwyn, Donald Merwyn, Gabriella Enzerra, Halie Enzerra, Thomas Enzerra, George Enzerra; proud great-grandfather of Zoe Tate; brother of Margie Carruba, Mildred Reynolds, Joan Werkmeister, and the late Clara Preskie, Edward Enzerra, Thomas Enzerra, Alfred Enzerra, and Francis Enzerra; also survived by many loving friends and relatives. Friends will be received Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday 10 a.m. in Incarnation of the Lord Parish, 4071 Franklin Rd., Pgh., PA 15214. Robert was a retired clerk with the United States Postal Service at the General Mail Facility where many referred to him by the nickname of "Coach." Robert worked in many delivery units prior to transferring to the GMF. Robert served honorably in the US Army during the Korean conflict. Robert coached little league baseball for many years even after his children grew and enjoyed teaching and mentoring the kids on the North Side with the Perry Athletic Association. Robert also assisted in coaching football for Nativity Grade School. Robert was very proud and was fond of telling us his stories of his past growing up on the North Side and still maintained friendships from his childhood especially with good friends, Ray Curry and Jim Cush. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOSLOW ROBERT R. AGE 64, OF GR...
KOSLOW ROBERT R. Age 64, of Green Tree, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2014. Beloved son of the late Stanley and Wanda (Milesko) Koslow; loving brother of Sylvia (Thomas) Costlow and Alice (John) Verhoff; also survived by three nieces; and one nephew. Friends welcome Friday 6-8 p.m. at the WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800) 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 12:00 Noon in St. Margaret of Scotland Church, with Fr. Bud Murhammer, officiating. Interment Calvary Cemetery. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HALBLEIB MICHAEL H. AGE 65, ON...
HALBLEIB MICHAEL H. Age 65, on Wednesday, November 26, 2014, of Brookline, formerly of Hazelwood. Beloved husband of Susan Halbleib; father of Michael (Lori), Marlene Stoddard, and Terry Lynn Halbleib; stepfather of Jason (Megan) Barrett and Kelly (Eric Rainey, Sr.) Barrett; brother of John, Tom (Lori), Robert, Mary (Blane) Bell, and the late William and Patrick Halbleib; brother-in-law of Judy Halbleib; grandfather of Ty, Logan, Rachel, Amarra, Joel, Patience, Olivia, Jason, Jr., and Eric, Jr.; also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227, on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Monday morning at 9:00. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Stephen Church at 10:00 a.m. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ENDRESS HELGA AGE 86, OF SCOTT...
ENDRESS HELGA Age 86, of Scott Twp., died Tuesday, November 25, 2014. Born September 25, 1928, in Germany. Beloved wife of the late Georg Endress; daughter of the late Fritz and Elsa Mueller. She will be missed by her adopted family and all her friends. There will be no visitation. A Memorial will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2014, at the Jefferson Memorial Park, Office Chapel in Pleasant Hills at 12 Noon. Arrangements entrusted to the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, Carnegie. www.leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZEZZA RONALD N. AGE 73, ON TUE...
ZEZZA RONALD N. Age 73, on Tuesday, November 25, 2014, of Rankin. Husband of the late Mary Lou (Belavic) Zezza; loving father of Ron Zezza (Patrice), Dean Zezza, Jill Buchleitner (Nick), Nick Zezza (Christine), and Nora Caruso (Peter); dear grandfather of Matt, Sara, Alyssa, Jordan, Dylan, Nicole, Gina, Dayna, Nicholas, Angela, and Kristina; brother of Rosemarie Calandra, Pat Zezza, Lorraine Truby, and Mary Lynn Bence; also many loving nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great- nephews. Friends received Saturday 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-8 p.m. at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Blessing Service at the funeral home Monday at 11 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLLINS BRENDA J. (PATTERSON) ...
COLLINS BRENDA J. (PATTERSON) Age 71, of Pittsburgh, passed away unexpectedly on November 23, 2014. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held on Tuesday, December 2, 2014, at 12 p.m. in the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the Service from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEISS PHYLLIS E. (RADUCZ) AGE ...
WEISS PHYLLIS E. (RADUCZ) Age 63, of Ross Twp., formerly of Saxonburg, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, November 25, 2014, after a long illness. Beloved wife of Hal Weiss for 40 years; loving and proud mother of Sarah (Stefan Epprecht), Rebecca (Justin Endler), Elizabeth (Jeff Swartz), Emily (Matt Ogden), and Jennie; devoted grandmother of Gus; sister of Carol "Cookie" Abdelnour, Janet Martinez, Seba "Butch" Michaels, John Raducz, Susan Hamilton, and Frank Raducz; daughter-in-law of Erwin Weiss; survived by loving nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, friends, relatives, and her loving cat, Sophie. Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Seba Raducz. Friends will be received at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., on Sunday and Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with reflections to conclude each evening visitation. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to help cover funeral costs. Checks can be sent to Devlin Funeral Home payable to "Phyllis Weiss Memorial Fund" or at youcaring.com and search for Phyllis Weiss. Phyllis was well known in the area for her beautiful crafts. She was Homecoming Queen at Knoch High School in 1969. Phyllis was fun-loving, brave, family-oriented, and truly one in a million. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KING HOLLIS J. QUIETLY ON NOVE...
KING HOLLIS J. Quietly on November 24, 2014. Beloved husband of Teletha A. King; father of Holly J. and Nicole A. King; brother of Sarah Brown of Houston, TX; and a host of relatives. Friends may call Sunday, November 30, 2014, 2-6 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL OF PT. BREEZE, 7204 Thomas Blvd., Pgh., PA 15208. Funeral ceremony Monday, December 1, 2014, 11 a.m. in the chapel. Burial Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH JOHN MICHAEL JACK OF M...
SMITH JOHN MICHAEL JACK Of Mt. Lebanon, born September 24, 1921, died peacefully Sunday, November 23, 2014, after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Mary Elizabeth McDonough, in 2003; a son, James Michael Smith, who died in 2007; a granddaughter, Susan Elizabeth Spinda, who died in 2009. Mr. Smith was the proud father of Mary Lou Spinda-Mangold (Fred) of Shaler, and Kathleen Bailey (Ron) of Mt. Lebanon. A beloved family patriarch, Mr. Smith was adored by his seven grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren, who fondly called him "Poppy or PaPa". Mr. Smith enlisted in the U.S. Army in October 1942 and served in the Philippines and Fiji during World War II as a first lieutenant in the American Infantry Division in the U.S. Army. For 40 years, he was a regional manager in the steel industry. After his retirement in 1986, Mr. Smith served as a volunteer at Marian Manor for many years. Friends welcome Sunday 2-4, 6-8 p.m., WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800) 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 10:00 a.m., St. Bernard Church, 311 Washington Rd., Pgh., PA 15216. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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