DUCOUER
JOHN G.
4/13/1937 ~ 8/1/2013
Happy Birthday
Even though you are not by our side anymore, memories of you continue to stay in our hearts forever.
Love,
Lorraine and Family
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DUCOUER JOHN G. 4/13/1937 ~ 8/...
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BARREIRO ALICE JEAN (MILBY) AG...
BARREIRO ALICE JEAN (MILBY) Age 79, of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 12, 2015, in ARK Twin Valley Personal Care Home, Delmont. She was born August 2, 1935, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Howard and Irene (Kumphmiller) Milby. Alice was a homemaker and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Cheryl Tallent; and two brothers, John and Howard Milby. Alice will be dearly missed by her loving family. She is survived by her devoted husband of 63 years, Joseph Barreiro; two sons, Michael Barreiro, of Pittsburgh, and Joseph Barreiro (Rita), of Chicago, Illinois; two sisters, Evelyn DiBiase, of Greensburg, and Mary Taylor, of Meadville; and numerous nieces and nephews. Alice will be especially missed by her five grandchildren, Georgia, Jacob, Ysobel, Ariel and Phelan; and many great-grandchildren. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 1-2 p.m. Thursday at the VAIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 463 Athena Drive, Delmont, (724) 468-1177. A Memorial Service will be conducted at 2 p.m. in the funeral home, immediately following the gathering. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Alice's memory may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Please write A. Barreiro" on check memo line. To send online expressions of sympathy, obtain grief support information or directions, please visit: www.VaiaFuneraIHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRANGER FLORENCE (GREFENSTETTE...
GRANGER FLORENCE (GREFENSTETTE) HIRSH Age 88, of West Mifflin, passed away on April 12, 2015. Loving wife of Richard H. Granger and the late Ralph P. Hirsh; beloved mother of Christine Marie (James) Custer, Robert A. (Nancy) Hirsh, and Bryan M. (Sharon) Hirsh; stepmother of Jacqueline (Ron) Guye; grandmother of Steven J. (Amanda) Custer, Bryan M. (Sari) Custer, Amy Hirsh, Tracy Hirsh, Scott Guye, and Katie Guye; great-grandmother of Caleb, Colin, Erin, and Carson; sister of Joseph, Carl, and Margie; also survived by many nieces, nephews, and extended family members. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Joseph and Margaret Grefenstette; and her sisters, Mary and Mildred. Flo was a Registered Nurse for 34 years, having worked as a pediatric nurse at St. Joseph's and later as a first generation home-care nurse for the South Hills Health System/Jefferson Hospital. Visitation will be Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10 a.m. at Holy Spirit Church, West Mifflin. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Three Rivers Hospice Patient Care Fund, 1195 Jacks Run Rd., N. Versailles, PA 15137. Condolences may be given at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FLYNN JOHN J. OF LINCOLN PLACE...
FLYNN JOHN J. Of Lincoln Place, formerly of County Roscommon, Ireland on April 12, 2015, age 67. Beloved husband of Margaret (Flaherty) Flynn; son of the late John Patrick and Theresa (Leonard) Flynn; father of Patrick (Tina) Flynn, John (Robyn) Flynn and Mary Flynn; grandfather of Brady and Heaven; brother of Mary Ann (late Carl) Byrne and Patrick (Karen) Flynn; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at the SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be Friday, 10:00 a.m. at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, Homestead. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 363 West 11th Avenue, Homestead, PA 15120. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CORCORAN ELSIE B. (GRGURICH) A...
CORCORAN ELSIE B. (GRGURICH) Age 91, of Crafton Heights, on Sunday, April 12, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Martin J. Corcoran; loving mother of Martin of Florida, Laura of Georgia and Kenneth (Carol) Corcoran; grandmother of Katherine Corcoran. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday only at ANTHONY G. STAAB FUNERAL HOME, INC.,900 Chartiers Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Mass of Christian Burial in Guardian Angels Parish on Thursday at 10 a.m. Interment private. Visit us at: www.staabfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERCHENROETHER DAVID B. AGE 68...
HERCHENROETHER DAVID B. Age 68, of West Deer Twp., on April 12, 2015. Husband of Jane L.; father of Gregory Jones (Darlene) and Shannon Capolupo (Domenic); son of Blair and the late Mary Lou Herchenroether; brother of Nancy Nogacek (Thomas) and Sandy Ricca (James); grandfather of Michael, Spencer, and Trisha; uncle of Kelly, Kari, and Tyler. Mr. Herchenroether was the owner of Mr. Feed and Mr. Feed II in the North Pittsburgh area, and was an avid beagler and member of the Bakerstown Beagle Club as well as several other clubs. Visitation Tues. 7-9 p.m. and Wed. 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Service Thurs. at 1 p.m. at Memorial Park Presbyterian Church, Duncan Ave. Memorials suggested to the West Deer Dog Shelter, 109 East Union Rd., Cheswick, PA 15024. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEVENY PHILOMENA M. (STANG) ON...
DEVENY PHILOMENA M. (STANG) On Saturday, April 11, 2015, of South Side, formerly of Beechview. Beloved wife of Joseph A. Deveny and the late Robert A. Stang; cherished mother of Barbara (Carlo) Mastracci and MaryAnn Stang; sister of Rose (Sam) DeMarco, Annie Fabus, Guy (Linda) Mattola, Theresa Buzzelli, and the late Rachael Heidkamp and Dorothy LaFace; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Philomena was a longtime employee of the Pgh. Public Schools. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Thursday morning at 9:00. Mass of Christian Burial in St. John Vianney at 10:00 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOLFENSTEIN WILMA OF PITTSBURG...
WOLFENSTEIN WILMA Of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 6, 2015, in Oakland, California. Wilma was born January 12, 1919, in Cleveland, Ohio. Wilma attended Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio. She later earned a BA in psychology at the University of Chicago. There she became involved in early civil rights advocacy and worked with James Farmer of the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE). Her first marriage to Samuel Caplin ended in divorce and she moved back to Cleveland with her two young children. In 1957, Wilma married Lincoln Wolfenstein, a professor of physics at Carnegie Tech in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After her two youngest children were school age, she returned to school and earned a master's degree in child development from the University of Pittsburgh. Her combined family, totaling five children, led to an interest in step family issues. Along with Gloria Clark, she co-founded the Step Families of Pittsburgh, a support group for step families. For many years, even after all their children had grown and moved away, she, along with Gloria and their husbands, led monthly support group sessions for step families. Wilma also took a number of writing classes and wrote interesting vignettes about her experiences and stories of family members. In 2014, she and her husband relocated to California to be closer to family. Lincoln Wolfenstein, her husband of 58 years, predeceased her by ten days. She is also predeceased by her sister, Marge Langsam (Jerry); and her stepdaughter, Fran (Al). She is survived by her four children, Donna Caplin (Mark) of El Cerrito, CA, David Caplin of El Sobrante, CA, Leonard Wolfenstein (Jan) of Annandale, VA, Mimi Pizey (Jon) of Kennebunk, ME; her nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service for Wilma and Lincoln will be planned for later in the year. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PILARSKI HELEN AGE 83, OF THE ...
PILARSKI HELEN Age 83, of the South Side, peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2015. Wife of the late Eugene M. Pilarski; beloved mother of Kathleen, Richard and Evonne Pilarski; grandmother of Brian Kudalis; great-grandmother of Max Kudalis; sister of Stephen Pacak and the late Michael Pacak. Friends received Wednesday 2-6 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. Adalbert Church, Prince of Peace Parish, at 10 a.m. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TAYLOR LORETTA E. MAY 2, 1948 ...
TAYLOR
LORETTA E.
May 2, 1948 April 14, 2014
One year ago our hearts broke and life changed forever, when you left to be in the eternal presence of God. Saying good-bye was so hard to do.
Yet, unforgettable in every way, that's what you are. You provided a spark of magic and wonder, love and joy, hope and surprise in our lives. Though you are far from us forever more, unforgettable is how you'll always be.
In the quiet meadows of our hearts and mind, we will always find you.
Forever loved. Forever remembered. Forever missed.
Love,
Husband, Daughter, Son, Sisters & Family
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DIANA PETER C. AGE 93, OF WILK...
DIANA PETER C. Age 93, of Wilkins Twp., passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Helen "Curly" (Gates) Diana; loving father of Kathleen Hanlin and Peter L. (Jan) Diana, all of Monroeville; brother of Katherine Diana D'Ambrosio, Anthony Diana, and the late Carmella Kelly; also seven grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. Pete was a WWII Army veteran and was a machinist at the Union Switch and Signal. He enjoyed going to Panera in Wilkins with his buddies every morning. Friends will be received Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., corner of (118) Shaw and Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek (412-823-1950), where a Blessing Service will be Thursday, 10 a.m. Interment with Military Honors will follow in All Saints Catholic Cemetery. The family kindly suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society, 333 E. Carson St., Suite 441, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FINK FR. PHILIP, OFM CAP DIED ...
FINK FR. PHILIP, OFM CAP Died on April 11, 2015, at St. Augustine Friary in Lawrenceville. He was 65. Born to James and Agnes (Krieger) Fink on April 3, 1950, he was baptized at St. Wendelin Church in Pittsburgh and later attended the parish elementary school. He is survived by two brothers, James of Pittsburgh, PA, and Richard of Wesley Chapel, FL. Phil entered St. Fidelis High School Seminary in Herman, PA, in 1964, and was admitted to the college seminary in 1968, graduating in 1973 with an undergraduate degree in pastoral counseling. He entered the Capuchin novitiate on August 22, 1970, and professed his first vows as a friar on August 25, 1971. Father Phil was ordained a priest on August 27, 1977. He studied theology at the Washington Theological Union in Washington, DC, earning a Master's degree in 1977. Father Phil pursued his lifelong interest in psychology at the University of Pittsburgh, Loyola University of Maryland in Baltimore, and the University of Denver. After a one year doctoral internship at the University of Buffalo, he earned his Doctorate in Psychology. He was a member of several national associations of pastoral counselors. For the better part of his life as a Capuchin friar, Father Phil trained young men for religious life and the priesthood. At various times, he was on the faculty of St. Fidelis High Seminary, Borromeo College in Wickliffe, OH, Director of postulants in Rochester, PA, and served twice as Director of the novitiate at St. Conrad's Friary in Allison Park, PA. Father Phil served as Provincial Minister for four years, beginning in 1994. In 1999 he was assigned to serve as chaplain at the Motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph, Mt. Gallitzin Academy and Villa St. Joseph in Baden, PA. In 2009 the superiors of Capuchin friars in the United States, Canada and Australia turned to Father Phil to serve as the Director of the North American and Australia Capuchin Conference novitiate. In 2011 Father Phil was named local superior and Senior Health Care Coordinator at St. Augustine Friary in Lawrenceville. For several years he helped wIth retreats for Rachel's Vineyard Ministries, helping women with the emotional and spiritual pain of an abortion. Father Phil was an accomplished psychologIst and teacher, who excelled in guiding young men in vocational discernment. A kind and generous man, Father Phil was known as a hard worker, willing to undertake any task, great or small, and undeterred even during three battles with cancer. Visitation and viewing will be at St. Augustine Friary, 221 36th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201, on Wednesday, April 15, 2015, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. A prayer vigil will be held at 8 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, April 16, 2015, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Angels Church, 240 37th Street. Interment will be in the friars' plot in St. Augustine Cemetery immediately following the Funeral Mass. Professional Services by D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Lawrenceville. DonatIons in memory of Father Phil may be sent to The Capuchin Franciscan Friars, 220 37th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PISKOR JEFFREY M. ON APRIL 11,...
PISKOR JEFFREY M. On April 11, 2015, age 60, of West Mifflin. Loving husband of Pamela (Taylor) Piskor; beloved father of K.B. Piskor and Matthew Piskor; brother of Marilyn Whelan, Patricia Polanski, Sandra Loposky, Thomas Piskor and Joseph Piskor; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Jeff loved cars, racing and motorcycles. Friends received on Wednesday 2-4 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall, 412-461-6394. Please share your memories and condolences at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHAMBERLAIN ROBERT W. AGE 64, ...
CHAMBERLAIN ROBERT W. Age 64, of Sewickley and formerly of Flint, Michigan, passed unexpectedly on April 8, 2015. Preceded in death by his parents, Wayne J. Chamberlain and Elaine E. Chamberlain; sister, Catherine E. Colburn; and brother, Jeff A. Chamberlain. He is survived by his wife, Janet M. Ching- Chamberlain; beloved children, Andrea K. "Drea" Chamberlain, and Joshua L. Chamberlain, all of Sewickley, Pennsylvania. Robert and Janet met and were married in 1987 in Honolulu, Hawaii and moved to Sewickley in 1990 with their daughter, Drea. Robert graduated from Flushing High School in Michigan in 1969 and attended C.S. Mott Community College in Flint, Michigan, Honolulu Community College in Hawaii and the New York Institute of Finance in New York City. He received his Certified Financial Planner professional designation in 1981. He enlisted in the US Air Force in July 1970 and was assigned to Hickam AFB, Hawaii, where he worked as a communications center specialist. Robert received an honorable discharge as a staff sergeant in April 1974. Robert worked in the financial services industry since 1976 and as a certified financial planner from 1981 in both Hawaii and Pennsylvania. He was named one of the best financial planners in the nation by Money Magazine in 1987 and was a featured speaker at financial advisor conferences nationwide as well as international conferences in Canada, Mexico, and Switzerland. Robert also hosted the television series, "Financial Fitness", produced by KHET TV, a PBS affiliate, in Honolulu, Hawaii, in the 1980s. The series was aired by PBS Television stations across the country. Robert authored three books on financial planning, including, The Good Steward's Handbook". In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting pheasants, grouse, and ducks with his English Cocker Spaniels. Arrangements entrusted to the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MUSIOL CONSTANCE M. AGE 69, OF...
MUSIOL CONSTANCE M. Age 69, of McKees Rocks, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2015. She was the beloved wife for 35 years to William Musiol. Constance is also survived by her sister, Kathy (the late Ed) O'Neill; nephew, Chuck (Liz) O'Neill; grandson, Mason; and one uncle, Ralph (Sue) Vojtecky. Friends may visit WEDNESDAY, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1225 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks, where a Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Constance's name to Focus On Renewal (F.O.R.), 701 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks, PA 15136. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMALL GEORGE ARTHUR AGE 91, DI...
SMALL GEORGE ARTHUR Age 91, died April 9, 2015, in Massachusetts. George was born in Butler, PA to Benjamin and Anna Small. He obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, PA and fought with the U.S. Marine Corps in WWII. Loving father of Michele Kimpton and her husband, Andrew, Jennifer Varrone and her husband, Michael. He was the adored grandfather of Sylvie, Iain, Michael, Ellie Grace, and Nicholas. Graveside service to be held in West View Cemetery, 4720 Perrysville Road, Pittsburgh, PA on Tuesday, April 14, 2015, at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the ACLU.org or Habitat.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERSH JACK D. AGE 87, PASSED A...
HERSH JACK D. Age 87, passed away April 12, 2015, at Ohio Valley Hospital. He was born on the North Side of Pittsburgh November 14, 1927, to the late Helen A. Neely and John Alexander Hersh. He had lived in Kennedy Twp. for 30 years and was a resident of Moon Twp. Jack was a WW II US Navy veteran, a member of Crafton United Presbyterian Church, a 60-year member of Carnegie Lodge #544 F&AM. He was a retired parts-man for Eazor Express. Jack was predeceased by his wife, Mary "Mickey" McNamara on August 5, 2008; also a sister, Arlene McCort; a brother, Clayton "Bud" Hersh; and a nephew, Steven Hersh. He is survived by three nieces, Carol, Barbara and Linda; and a nephew, Bob; two great- nieces; and three great- nephews; also his special friends, Leah and Noah Wulster. Friends will be received Wed. 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at COPELAND MOON TWP. FUNERAL HOME, 981 Brodhead Rd., where a Service will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m., followed by Burial in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at 12:30 p.m. with Military Honors. Members of Centennial Lodge 544 F&AM of Carnegie will hold a Service for their departed brother Wed. at 8 p.m. in the Funeral Home. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PETROSKY M. ALLAN AGE 72, OF ...
PETROSKY M. ALLAN Age 72, of West Sunbury, passed away at 8:17 p.m. Monday, April 6, 2015, at St. John's in Mars. Allan was born August 26, 1942, in Braddock, PA. He was the son of the late Marion J. "Peppy" Petrosky and the late Margaret Gubanich Petrosky. He was raised in Hahntown, a small village on the outskirts of Irwin, PA and graduated from Norwin High School in 1960. Allan serviced in the United States Air Force from 1963 to 1969. Upon arriving home, he attended and graduated from Robert Morris University, where he received a B.S. in Economics. Subsequently he graduated from Stonier Graduate School of Banking at the University of Delaware. After a few career moves, Allan accepted a position at the U.S. Small Business Administration in the Pittsburgh District Office (1977 to 1987), where he was appointed to the position of Assistant District Director, Finance and Investment. Later, he accepted a position at the Mars National Bank, Mars, PA (1987 to 2004, retired) where he was ultimately promoted to the position of Senior Loan Officer. Allan is survived by his son, Aaron Petrosky (Lisa Bodnar Petrosky) of Pitcairn; his daughter, Megan Petrosky Rybak (Dan Rybak) of Cranberry Township; and his grandchildren, Mika and Seiko Petrosky and Brandon, Tessa and Adam Rybak. Also surviving is his stepson, Robert Ritchey; and numerous cousins, plus hundreds of business acquaintances and friends. The family will receive friends at the WILLIAM F. YOUNG FUNERAL HOME, 132 Main Street, West Sunbury, PA 16061 from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 16, 2015. A blessing service will be held at the funeral home at 11 a.m. Friday, April 17, 2015, at the funeral home with Father James Bedillion, of St. Alphonsus Parish, officiating. Burial will be private. If desired, online condolences may be submitted at: www.williamfyoungfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CLARK DOROTHY M. (SAUTER) AGE ...
CLARK DOROTHY M. (SAUTER) Age 94, of Sharpsburg Towers, formerly of Millvale, on Sunday, April 12, 2015. Wife of the late William Clark; loving mother of Nancy L. Wisniewski; beloved grandmother of Gary E. Wisniewski (Diane) and Karen L. Wisniewski; great- grandmother of Allison and Pamela Wisniewski; sister of the late Hilda Nist and Elsie Senk; also survived by nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted Thursday at 12 noon from the WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 820 Main St., Sharpsburg. Friends received Thursday morning from 11 a.m. until time of service. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOMAN MILTON D. ON SATURDAY, A...
KOMAN MILTON D. On Saturday, April 11, 2015. Beloved husband of 59 years to Joan Koman; loving father of Barbara (Robert) Kalinowski, Michael (Kim), David (Marcy), and Jeff (Shelly) Koman; brother of the late Rudy Koman; also survived by 13 grandchildren. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie. Funeral Liturgy in St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church on Thursday at 9 a.m. (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH). In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church, 1720 Jane St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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