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NEWCOME EDMOND T. “RED” AGE 91...

April 4, 2015, 2:00 pm
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NEWCOME EDMOND T. “RED” Age 91, previously from Penn Hills and Tarentum, passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2014, in Aurora, Colorado. Red was the husband of 66 years to Mary Grace who passed away 35 days before him. Red was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. Red was born in Pittsburgh on October 19, 1923, and moved to Penn Hills when he married. Red is survived by his sons, Joseph (LiLi) Newcome of Springdale, and Mark (Kathy) Newcome of St. Albans, WV; his daughter, Juliann (Doug) Duffus of Aurora, CO; his sister, Joan Newcome of Beverly Hills, CA; his daughter-in-law, Teri Newcome of Natrona Heights; his sister-in-law, Marjorie; his grandchildren, Jennifer Newcome, Elizabeth Duffus, Michelle Duffus, Thomas Newcome, Jessica Chiaravalle, Mary Catherine Robinson, Josh (Ashley) Jordon, Jacob Jordon, and Ryan Glynn; his great- grandchildren, Peyton, Kendra, and Alexa; his many nieces and nephews. Red was a WWII veteran, a prolific reader, loved WWII history, bowling, singing and dancing, and an avid Pirates fan. He retired from Columbia Gas Trans. Co after 34 years. Red will be remembered for his bright blue eyes, contagious laugh, wonderful stories, and love of family. A Memorial Service will be held at CHARLES W. TRENZ FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11110 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills on Thursday, April 9, 2015, from 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Bartholomew Church in Penn Hills on Friday, April 10, 2015, at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUGO LAWRENCE R. III AGE 65, O...

April 5, 2015, 2:00 pm
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HUGO LAWRENCE R. III Age 65, of Jacksonville, Oregon, formerly of N. Huntingdon, passed surrounded by love on Saturday, April 4, 2015, in Pittsburgh, PA. Loving father of Gabrielle Coleman, Willow Moskyok, Jahhannah Hugo, Emelye Hugo, Jacobe Hugo; grandfather of Billy Coleman and Ayden Dietz; brother of Maryanne Hugo, John Hugo, Michael Hugo and Rosemary Fielding; and dear cousin to so many. Lawr was one of a kind. A dedicated father, strong friend, and the kindest man to friends and strangers alike. An artist, adventurer, poet and philosopher, Lawr made his living as an arborist. He is absolutely irreplaceable…. those whose lives he touched will miss him dearly. Family and friends will gather at J.F. OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 504 Oak Street, Irwin, Wednesday, April 8, 2015, noon to 3 p.m. to remember Lawr and to greet one another. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Great Shape, Inc., (www.gsjamaica.org) a Jamaican charity in memory of Lawr Hugo. To send online condolences please visit: www.ottfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEPALMA FLORENCE L. AGE 96, OF...

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DePALMA FLORENCE L. Age 96, of Bethel Park, on Saturday, April 4, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Ralph; loving mother of Louise (Enrique) Senra, Roberta DePalma, and Ralph A. DePalma; grandmother of David (LuAnn) Britton, and Matthew (Natalie) Senra; great-grandmother of Steven Britton, Noella and Henry Senra. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER - CONNELL. Friends welcome at 5120 West Library Avenue, Bethel Park, 412-835-7940 on Wednesday 6-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Valentine Church Thursday 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOBAK VERONICA AGE 94, OF SWIS...

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KOBAK VERONICA Age 94, of Swissvale, formerly of McKeesport, died Sun., April 5, 2015 . She was born in Monessen on September 20, 1920, and is the daughter of the late Michael Rusnak and Veronica Mayernick Rusnak; and the wife of the late Robert E. Kobak, Sr. She was an avid gardener and loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her children, Robert E. (Sara) Kobak, Jr. of Moon Twp., and Janet (Richard) Jakovac of The Woodlands, Texas; granddaughter, Emily Kobak of Boston, Massachusetts; siblings, Pauline Hartos of Port Vue and Paul Rusnak of Providence, Rhode Island; many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the HUNTER - EDMUNDSON - STRIFFLER FUNERAL HOME, 600 Market St., McKeesport, 15132, (412-678-6191), Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. Services will be Weds. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AYRES WILLIAM “BILL” STIVER AG...

April 5, 2015, 2:00 pm
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AYRES WILLIAM “BILL” STIVER Age 60, of Imperial, on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015, after a long illness endured with tremendous courage. Born Dec. 31, 1954, in Huntingdon, PA. Mr. Ayres graduated Tyrone Area High School in 1972, where he participated in wrestling and varsity football. He was a graduate of Penn State with a degree in Civil Engineering. He began his career working on the construction of the Tyrone Dam and diversion project to mitigate flooding following the damage wrought by Hurricane Agnes. He subsequently worked all over the U.S. and Canada managing large construction projects for Siemens, U.S. Filter, Koppers, Davy Dravo, Kvaener and as far as South Korea for ISSI to supervise pickle line (steel) construction for Posco Steel. He avidly enjoyed hunting, fishing, target shooting, walking with his dog, Mr. Shin and being outside anywhere anytime. Mr. Ayres was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. John A. Ayres and Janet Pelan Ayres. He is survived by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Fritz Ayres; his sisters, Judith Ayres Daly, husband, John of McLean, VA, Christine Ayres of Orchard Park, NY; brother, John A. Ayres, Jr., wife, Marie (Celmo) of Clearfield; father-in-law, Chuck Fritz, wife, Pat of Orlando, FL; mother-in-law, Mary Cyphert of Turtle Creek; brothers-in-law, Chuck Fritz, wife, Roni of Delmont, Jack Fritz, wife, Lisa Caniglia of Rosslyn Farms; and numerous nieces and nephews. At the request of the family, there will be no public viewing or visitation. A memorial celebration of life will be scheduled and announced at a later date. Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery, Huntingdon, PA. To share online condolences, please visit: simpsonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TROCHECK EDWARD S. AGE 57, OF ...

April 5, 2015, 2:00 pm
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TROCHECK EDWARD S. Age 57, of Glassport, passed away at home on Sat., Apr. 4, 2015. Husband of Judy A. Lewis; father of Brandon (Jen) Lewis of Port Vue and Dylan Trocheck of Glassport; grandfather of Camden and Zane; brother of Donald Buchina of Clairton. Friends received in the A.J. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 555 5th. St., Clairton, PA 15025 (412-233-5700) on Wed., Apr. 8, 2015, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Blessing on Thu., Apr. 9, 2015, at 12 Noon in the funeral home. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCANDREWS DONNA (PERKINS) AGE...

April 5, 2015, 2:00 pm
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McANDREWS DONNA (PERKINS) Age 74, of Penn Hills, originally from North Braddock, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on April 4, 2015. Beloved wife of Donald McAndrews; mother of Cindy (Sal) Inzinga, Don (Cathy) McAndrews, Dan (Beth) McAndrews; grandmother to Katy, Jenny McAndrews, Cara (Andrew) Nicoletti, Tracy and Kerri Inzinga, Connor and David McAndrews; sister of Louise Thomas, William, Charles and the late Ronald Perkins. Donna was a graduate of Scott High School, Class of 1958. Friends received in WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road), Penn Hills, 15235, where a Funeral Service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. Viewing Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions acknowledged to Mt. Hope Church, 12106 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROCHE GERALD D. “JERRY” AGE 90...

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ROCHE GERALD D. “JERRY” Age 90, of McMurray, on Sunday, April 5, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Marian (McGraw) Roche; loving father of Moira A. Roche, Patrick J. Roche and the late Thomas G. (surviving spouse Caroline) Roche; cherished grandfather of Kaitlin (Aaron) Maurer and Ashley (Victor Kareh) Roche; cherished great-grandfather of Moses Maurer; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Jerry was a US Air Force WWII veteran and an active member of the Carrick and Dormont - Mt. Lebanon Sportsman Clubs for many years. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211 Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Benedict the Abbot Church. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Family suggests memorial contributions to Family Hospice and Palliative Care, 50 Moffett St., Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Please view or add tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEKOWSKI SISTER M. LYDIA (CHRI...

April 5, 2015, 2:00 pm
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SEKOWSKI SISTER M. LYDIA (CHRISTINE) A member of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth for 79 years, died Friday, April 3, 2015, at age 97. A native of Gallitzin, PA, Sister taught elementary and middle school grades in Alabama, Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania. She also served as principal, pre-school teacher and librarian at various times, for a total of 59 years in education. She is survived by her sister, Wanda Nigborowicz of Sharon, PA; and by nieces and nephews. Family and friends received at Holy Family Manor, 301 Bellevue Road, Ross Township on Monday from 3 p.m. until the Wake Service at 6:30 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at Holy Family Manor Chapel on Tuesday at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, 310 N. River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GROVE JUDSON I. AGE 52, OF PIT...

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GROVE JUDSON I. Age 52, of Pittsburgh, on Saturday, April 4, 2015. Loving father of Nicholas Balzer, Michelina Balzer, Nicole Grove and Judson A. Grove. Loved by many, missed by all. Special thanks for all who supported and cared for Jud. No visitation. 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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LEITCH ROBERTA (LLEWELYN) UNEX...

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LEITCH ROBERTA (LLEWELYN) Unexpectedly on Friday, April 3, 2015, age 76, of Brighton Heights. Beloved wife of the late Calvin J. Leitch, Sr.; mother of the late Calvin J. Leitch, Jr.; loving sister of Johanne Paff (Dick), William Llewelyn (Louise), Margaret Shaw and the late David Llewelyn; cherished sister-in-law of June and Robert Brill and their daughters, Linette Ammer (Tom), Patti Weber (Pat), Becky Brunger (Dave) and her favorite nephew, the late Robert Brill, Jr.; proud aunt of many nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the HEARD FUNERAL HOME, INC., 4047 Perrysville Ave., Observatory Hill, where services will be held Wednesday 11 a.m. Roberta was a member of the North Hills Chapter #526 Order of the Eastern Star, having services Tuesday evening 7 p.m., and also a very active member of Riverview United Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials to her church at 3505 Perrysville Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15214. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BIREK STEPHEN J. “PAPPY STEVE”...

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BIREK STEPHEN J. “PAPPY STEVE” Age 94, now at peace, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2015. Husband of the late Florence (Sobczak) Birek; loving father of Stephen, Jr. (Sandy), Paul (Barbara), Carol (Craig) Prosser, Nancy (Bob) Beck and the late Martin (survived by Connie) Birek; grandfather of Ellen (Brett) Demunter, Leah (Pete) Ebner, Tori (Danny) LaRosa, Kristine (Bill) Hares, Shannon (Joe) Assid, Devon (Leland) Collins, Stefan, Michaela and Jonathan Birek, Gavin and Erica Prosser, Eve (Ryan) Kavanagh, Rob (Colleen) Beck, Steve (Gina) Beck, Renae (Tony Pirring) Beck; also 17 great- grandchildren; and many loving relatives and friends. Brother of the late Louis, John, Joe, Michael, Martin and Antoinette Birek and Mary Brozovich. Friends received Tuesday and Wednesday 1-8 p.m. in THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral prayer Thursday 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Peter Church, Prince of Peace Parish at 10 a.m. He proudly served as a medic in WWII in the Pacific Theater. Avid fisherman and basketball fan, Pappy Steve will be missed by all. Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, God set me free. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STIPETICH HEIDI L. AGE 55, OF ...

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STIPETICH HEIDI L. Age 55, of West Mifflin, on April 4, 2015. She was born November 24, 1959, in McKeesport a daughter of the late Jerome J. and Louise (Karpas) Marks. She was a trade show representative. She enjoyed nature, birding and gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a former featured dancer for the Pittsburgh Slovakians. She is the former wife of Dominic Cardamone and George Stipetich; mother of Dominic Cardamone of West Mifflin, Joseph Cardamone of Pgh., the late John Cardamone and the late Aaron Cardamone; grandmother of Dominic, Santino, Frank, Rocco, Kassady, Gia and Anthony Cardamone; sister of Richard (Barbara) Stahl of Toms River, NJ, Marlene (David) Cherry, Washington, D.C., the late Joseph Stahl, Terry (Carol) Marks of McKeesport, Jodi (Chuck) Mercein of New York, NY, David (Kathia) Marks of Duquesne, Melissa (Don) Ramsey of West Mifflin; sister-in-law of Janet Polizzi of New Jersey; also nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday, April 8, 2015, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300. Funeral services will be held Thursday at Payne Chapel A.M.E., 601 Priscilla Ave., Duquesne at 1 p.m. Rev. Hazel Kelly and Rev. Orabell Henderson officiating. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RAMSEY MARCIA LYNN PEACEFULLY ...

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RAMSEY MARCIA LYNN Peacefully on March 31, 2015, of Penn Hills. Daughter of Alma and Alvin Cotes; mother of Shelly (Daniel), Debra, Melton Jr., Erica; sister of Mark, Alonza and Gregory (Michelle); five grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends. Visitation Tuesday, April 7, 2015, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. SPRIGGS-WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 N. Lang Ave. Service 12 noon April 7, 2015, in the chapel. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EVERETT LAUDRA (PHARES) PASSED...

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EVERETT LAUDRA (PHARES) Passed away at age 96 on Monday, March 30, 2015, in Jacksonville, FL. Laudra was born to Laudra Bissell Wakeman and H.C. Wakeman on April 11, 1918, in Pontiac, MI. She attended the University of Michigan and the Chicago Art Institute. She married Gilbert K. Phares in 1942 and they spent much of their lives in Mt. Lebanon, PA, where they raised three children and were very active in civic and social activities. They later retired to Jacksonville, FL. After Gilbert's death, Laudra was happily married to Harold Everett in 2001 until his passing in 2009. A talented and prolific artist, Laudra was a founding member of the Cypress Village Art League in Jacksonville. Her ageless energy, beauty, kindness and outgoing personality will be sorely missed by her loving family and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by husband, Gilbert K. Phares; son, Gilbert W. Phares; husband, Harold Everett; sister, Irene Cleveland; and granddaughter, Christine Laudra Krummrich. She is survived by daughter, Patricia A. Krummrich; son Karl M. Phares; granddaughters, Julia P. Krummrich and Kimberly Phares; and sisters, Virginia Howerth and June Needham. Memorial Services will be Saturday, April 11, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. in Egret hall at Cypress Village (4600 Middleton Park Circle East, Jacksonville), with Rev. Dr. Dave Alexander, presiding, with a reception to immediately follow. All are welcomed to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cypress Village Community Fund (checks payable to “CVCF” and please specify “gift in memory of Laudra Everett” on the check. Mailing Address: CVCF, Box C-146, 4600 Middleton Park Circle East, Jacksonville, FL 32224). All donations are tax deductible. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VAVITHES CHRIS PAUL AGE 51, OF...

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VAVITHES CHRIS PAUL Age 51, of Sarasota, Florida, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 28, 2015. He was the son of the late Harry and Elsie (Hurst) Vavithes. Chris is survived by his daughter, Madison Vavithes, Pittsburgh; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Angela Hausman, VA, Cindy and Ray Maxwell, Clinton and his brother and sister-in-law, Gus and Marybeth Vavithes, New Wilmington. Chris is also survived by his nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until time of service at 12 noon in the ANTHONY MASTROFRANCESCO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, PA 15001. Interment will follow in Hopewell Hebron Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PRESSLEY ROBERT “BOB” AGE 80, ...

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PRESSLEY ROBERT “BOB” Age 80, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2015. Beloved father of Robert, Jr. (Shirley), Kevin, Darryl (Jamie), Steven, David, Shawn Pressley; stepfather of Charlene Fulton, Charles Fulton, Marjorie Gallager; brother of Carolyn Sumlin and Dorothy Gregory; also survived by many grandchildren; and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Final glimpse Tuesday 3-7 p.m. at E. Liberty Presbyterian Church, where Celebration of Life Service will be held Wednesday 11 a.m. Earthly bed of rest Allegheny cemetery. He was a US Army Korean War veteran. Arrangements entrusted to GEORGE A. WARDEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1100 N. Homewood Ave., Pgh., PA 15208, 412-241-3838. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PROVAN MATTHEW R. OF BRIDGEVIL...

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PROVAN MATTHEW R. Of Bridgeville, age 56, on Thursday, April 2, 2015. Beloved husband of Rosemary; loving father of Amanda and Rachel; grandfather of Sire, Kaitlyn, and Deanna; son of Elvira; brother of Martin and the late David. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER-FRYER FUNERAL HOME, 412-221-3800. Friends welcome at 430 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville, PA 15017 Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. Service and interment are private. The family suggests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to: gofundme.com/mattprovan Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MOONEY MARY ELIZABETH CARTWRIG...

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MOONEY MARY ELIZABETH CARTWRIGHT Age 96, formerly of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, died in her home in Annapolis, Maryland on Friday, March 27, 2015. She was born on August 28, 1918, in Charleroi, Pennsylvania and was the beloved wife of James R. Mooney, who died in Pittsburgh on October 25, 1994. Mary is survived by her son, James E. Mooney; daughter, Mary Clare Mooney; and son-in-law, Charles R. Lotspeich; and daughter, Marilyn Mooney. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews; and their children and grandchildren. Mary enjoyed the wonderful care and companionship of the Ginger Cove Assisted Living community in Annapolis for almost six years. The family would like to thank the amazing staff, caregivers and residents at Ginger Cove for allowing Mary to preserve her independence which she cherished and making her feel safe, secure and loved. They treated her with dignity, respect and compassion, and for that the family will be forever grateful. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Homes for Our Troops, 6 Main Street, Taunton, MA 02780 (http://www.hfotusa.org/about-us); Fisher House Foundation, Inc., 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 420, Rockville, MD 20850 (http://www.fisherhouse.org/about/); or K9s for Warriors, 260 S. Roscoe Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 (http://www.k9sforwarriors.org/). Visitation will be on April 8 from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home of CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on April 9 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church located at 310 Kane Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Burial to follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 2900 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MOORE RICHARD L., SR. AGE 82, ...

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MOORE RICHARD L., Sr. Age 82, of Scott Twp., on Thursday, April 2, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Mary Angel; dear father of Richard L. (Deborah) Moore, Jr., Angela M. (John) Boyle, Cheryl Ann (Mark) Moore-Tomeo, Robert R. (Diane) Moore and Roberta R. (Larry) Dudzik; grandfather of Justin, Erica, Amanda, David, Mackenzie, Alex, Joel, Zachary, Autumn, Amber, John Paul, Julia, Bobby, Michael, and Nicole; also ten great- grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by five brothers; and one sister. Richard was a Korean War veteran. He also worked for Bernstein & Biggard Jewelers and later he owned his own jewelry store in Waynesburg, Moore's Diamond Jewelers. Friends welcome Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp., where a Funeral Service will be Wednesday 11 a.m. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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