DEGENHARDT SUE ANN Age 64, of Carrick, passed away peacefully April 14, 2015. Preceded in death by her parents, Herbert C. and Mary "Betty"; and sister, Patricia. Sue worked in the family real estate, development, and appraisal business known as Hardt Realty Companies. She is survived by her uncle and aunt, Don and Joan Degenhardt; and several cousins. She will also be dearly missed by close family friends, Jim and Linda Clements, Flo and Kimberly Sandy, Pam Marstellar, and Joey Wasiecko. Per Sue's wishes, her cremains will be interred with her family's in Jefferson Memorial Park, following a private family service at a later date. Arrangements by TIMOTHY K. SLATER FUNERAL SERVICES, INC. (412-381-3337), Mt. Oliver. Condolences at: www.timothykslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FICKTER DAVID WEST AGE 80, OF ...
FICKTER DAVID WEST Age 80, of Haines City, Florida passed away Monday, April 20, 2015, at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Auburndale. He was born May 12, 1934, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Charles and Theresa (Conner) Fickter. He had been a resident of the area for 22 years, coming from Waverly, Pennsylvania. He served in the United States Air Force. He started his career in Pittsburgh with State Farm and New York Life Insurance companies then worked for Mellon National Bank, now BNY Mellon and served as senior Vice President of Mortgage Services. He then moved to Northeastern Bank in Scranton, PA which was later purchased by PNC Bank from where he retired. He was of the Protestant Faith. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Nancy L. Fickter; sons, Charles W. Fickter and wife, Mimi of Pittsburgh, PA, Donald J. Fickter of Pittsburgh, PA; two grandchildren, Kettie and Kerbie. Services will be private. JOHNSON - NELSON - GILL FUNERAL HOME, Lake Wales, handling arrangements. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LESTER WALTER WALLY PAUL, JR...
LESTER WALTER WALLY PAUL, JR. Passed away from pancreatic cancer on April 20, 2015. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA, and was predeceased by his parents, Rita and Walter P. Lester, Sr.; and a brother, Gary. As a teenager in the '50s, Wally and others formed a singing group called the The Crescents. Later, he met Jimmy Beaumont, Janet Vogel, Joe Verscharen, and Jackie Taylor. They went on to form the The Skyliners, and together they wrote and recorded "This I Swear" and "Since I Don't Have You", a song that went on to win a Gold Record in 1959. The Skyliners toured with the Dick Clark Caravan of Stars. They recorded numerous other hits, which were featured in various movies and recorded by other Artists. He was a member of ASCAP and was elected to the Vocal Group Hall Of Fame. Walt retired to St. James Plantation in 2002, from Fairfax Station, Virginia where he had a long career with Clairol, Inc. He left behind his wife of 51 years, Cecelia (Fuga) Lester; and sons, Douglas (Lisa), David, Darren (Shawn) of Northern Virginia and Daniel (Becky) of Southern Shores, NC; eight grandchildren, Jonathan (Samatha), Alaina, Kevin, Dylan, Allison, Madison, Justin, Matthew Lester; and one great-grandson, Shane Lester. A Funeral Mass will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Southport, NC on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, at 1 p.m. After the mass he will be interred in the columbarium at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a luncheon will follow in the Church Social Hall. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research or Lower Cape Fear Hospice in his name. Online condolences may be made at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com. PEACOCK - NEWNAM & WHITE FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICE, Southport. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRIGGS SANDY LEE (VANANTWERP) ...
BRIGGS SANDY LEE (VanANTWERP) Sandy, age 56, of Baldwin, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2015, with her family and friends by her side. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and was cherished by everyone who knew her. Sandy was the loving daughter of Lois VanAntwerp and the late Jim VanAntwerp; beloved wife for 39 years to Gary Briggs; cherished mother to Kimberly (Scott) McIntosh, Traci (Bob) Briggs, and Brian (Heather) Briggs; devoted and loving grandmother to Kayleigh Briggs and Hannah, Rebecca and Sarah McIntosh; sister to Jeffery (Diane) VanAntwerp, Beverly (Tim) Coon, Patricia (John) Smyczek, and Jennifer (Dan) Lowy; and loving aunt to her 16 nieces and nephews; and 11 great-nieces and nephews. Arrangements are private and entrusted to BEINHAUER FUNERAL HOME. The family would like to thank everyone for their kind words and thoughts throughout this time. Memorial contributions in her memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation (www.kidney.org). Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOLF PAUL W., JR. AGE 87, OF R...
WOLF PAUL W., Jr. Age 87, of Ross Twp., on April 21, 2015. Beloved husband for 57 years of the late Lois (Franz); loving father of Paul (Colleen) of Tega Cay, SC, David (Jodi) of Ross, Michael of North East, PA, and Timothy of Ross; proud grandfather of Benjamin, Sarah, Jamie, and Aaron; brother of Frances Russell and Regis (Jean) Wolf. Paul retired after 42 years with Miller Printing. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends at Silver Sneakers. Friends received Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Sebastian's Church on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PUGLIANO FIORE "JOE" AGE 77, O...
PUGLIANO FIORE "JOE" Age 77, of McKees Rocks, on April 22, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Janice Pugliano; loving father of Joanne (Wayne) Juth, Deb (Dwayne) Kadlecik, Michael Pugliano, and the late Sharon Pugliano; cherished grandfather of seven; great- grandfather of seven; brother of Charlene Costanzo and the late Helen Bier; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on THURSDAY and FRIDAY at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1225 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks, where prayers will be offered SATURDAY at 11:00 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. in St. John of God Parish, St. Mary's Church. www.mcdermottfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BATTAGLINI ANTONIO OF CORAOPOL...
BATTAGLINI ANTONIO Of Coraopolis, on Tuesday, April 21, 2015, at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Yola Battaglini, who wed on August 6, 1961, and were married for 54 years. Son of the late Germano and Angela Battaglini; loving father of Angela (Carmen) Ramunno, Gerry (Lori) Battaglini, Anthony (Robin) Battaglini and Marco Battaglini; brother of Crescenzo and Alpino and Rinaldo Battaglini and the late Laura Sbraccia and Pietro Battaglini; loving grandfather of Carmine (Amanda), Marco, Christina, Nicole, Susan (Don), Ciera, Antonio; and great- granddaughter, Philomena; son-in-law of the late Antonio and Maria Giampietro. Friends received at the ANTHONY J. SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1316 Fourth Ave., on Friday 12 noon to 8 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. until time of Prayers at 12 noon. Mass of Christian Burial 12:30 p.m. St. Joseph Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LIEB JEFFREY C. AGE 47, SUDDEN...
LIEB JEFFREY C. Age 47, suddenly on Tuesday, April 21, 2015, of Carrick. Beloved son of the late John and Marjorie (Priore) Lieb; father of Stephanie, Samantha, Sydney, and Sara Lieb; pap pap of Laila Lieb; brother of Jay Lieb, and Jimmy Lieb, Ginger (John) Funk, Gemma (Jim) Krapp, Gina (Bob) Kuchta, Cookie (Joe) Cooney and Amy (Andy) Lieb; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 2-8 p.m. at the BORON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1719 Brownsville Rd. Funeral Prayer on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Basil Church at 10 a.m. Contributions appreciated. www.boronfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHAJKOWSKI ANNE T. AGE 88, OF ...
CHAJKOWSKI ANNE T. Age 88, of Monroeville, formerly of Brookline, on Monday, April 20, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Thomas J. Chajkowski; loving mother of Cheryl (Herb) Bittner, Toni (Greg) Chelkis, David Chajkowski, Doug Chajkowski, Ann (Clyde) Miller, Tom Chajkowski, and Jim (Tina) Chajkowski; also survived by 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. There will be no visitation. Funeral Divine Liturgy, in memory of Anne and her late husband, Thomas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Sat., April 25, 2015, in the Church of the Resurrection, 455 Center Road, Monroeville. Interment will be private. Arrangements by JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL), 412-856-4747. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEWART CURTIS D. CURT OF ET...
STEWART CURTIS D. CURT Of Etna, on Saturday, April 18, 2015, at the age of 89. He was the son of the late Elizabeth (Strueber) and Ellis Stewart; brother of the late William, Ellis and Joseph Stewart. No visitation. Private burial will be held in St. Augustine Cemetery. Arrangements by BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., Glenshaw. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH MARGARET ANN PEACEFULLY ...
SMITH MARGARET ANN Peacefully on Tuesday, April 21, 2015, Margaret Ann, age 87, of Kennedy Twp. Wife of the late Joseph E. Smith; beloved mother of Kay Congrove (Fred) Schmidt, David Congrove, Lori (Ken) Smith-Bradburn, Dori (Chuck) Smith-Shook, and Kimberly Smith; also seven grandchildren; and five great- grandchildren; sister of Betty Lou Hyder. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER - STOVER, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Ave., Crafton on Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service in Ken Mawr United Presbyterian Church, 1760 Pine Hollow Rd., Kennedy Twp. (McKees Rocks, PA 15136) on Saturday at 10 a.m. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Ken Mawr U.P. Church or Asbury Foundation, 700 Bower Hill Rd., Pgh., PA 15243. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HENEROTY JOHN E. JACK OF O'H...
HENEROTY JOHN E. JACK Of O'Hara Twp., formerly of Lawrenceville, on Monday, April 20, 2015. Jack was the beloved husband of Dorothy Golasinski Heneroty; father of Michael Heneroty (Maryann) and David Heneroty (Joan), both of O'Hara Twp.; son of the late John and Alice Dubel Heneroty; grandfather of Kate Paradise (Ed) of Cary, NC and Timothy Heneroty of O'Hara Twp.; great-grandfather of Harper Claire Paradise. Mr. Heneroty was a 30-year employee of the PA Liquor Control Board, retiring as a General Manager. He was a WWII Navy veteran who served in the Pacific Theatre and a member of Ralph McNulty VFW Post 214. Jack enjoyed retirement work at MSA Corporate Headquarters and Quest Diagnostics. He will be sadly missed by his cat, Plato. Celebrate Jack's life at a Funeral Mass at St. Joseph Church, O'Hara Twp. on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. If you wish, memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Youth Assoc., 286 Main St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201. Arrangements made by PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp. Leave condolences at: www.permanfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEIDEL PATRICIA JANE (WILSON) ...
SEIDEL PATRICIA JANE (WILSON) Age 86, of Glenshaw, PA, passed peacefully into eternal life on April 19, 2015. Born in 1928, she was a daughter of Thomas and Jane (Potts) Wilson of Altoona, PA. She graduated from Altoona H.S. in 1946 and Dean College in MA in 1948. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Donald Seidel; four children, David (Suzanne) Seidel, of NC, Linda (Philip) Herman, of MA, Susan (David) Gallant, of MA, Thomas (Michele) Seidel, of NC; seven grandchildren, Jane Seidel, Shana (John) Joy, Ben (fiancée, Tani Nelson) Herman, Grace and Sarah Gallant, Morgan and Maggie Seidel; great- grandchild, Zoe Rose Joy; her brothers, Dr. Thomas (Arlene) Wilson, Douglas (Elaine) Wilson, Alex (Linda) Wilson; brother-in-law, Jerry (Regina) Seidel; sister-in-law, Louise Seidel; and many nieces and nephews. Patty was foremost a woman of God, devoted to bible reading and prayer. Very proud of her family, she enjoyed following everyone's activities with great interest and attention. In her quiet times, she could be found in her garden, tending to a wide variety of beautiful flowers all seasons. Holidays brought on an abundance of cookies and cranberry ice, which delighted family and friends. Patty enjoyed traveling and vacationing with her family. Patty's family will welcome friends on Friday, April 24, 2015, at 3 p.m. at KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park, PA, where a Funeral service will immediately follow at 4 p.m. She will be laid to rest on Saturday, April 25, 2015, at 11 a.m. in Alto Reste Cemetery in Altoona. Please visit www.kingfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OLIVER DOROTHY AGE 88, PASSED ...
OLIVER DOROTHY Age 88, passed away on April 20, 2015. Beloved sister of Gladys Hogan; also survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial Service Saturday, April 25, 2015, 2 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 8890 Frankstown Ave. Arrangements entrusted to GEORGE A. WARDEN FUNERAL HOME, 1100 N. Homewood Ave., Pgh., PA 15208, 412-241-3838. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAUDER ROBERT G. ON APRIL 18, ...
MAUDER ROBERT G. On April 18, 2015. Beloved husband of Martha (Marti) Mauder; loving father of Richard R. Mauder and Stacey A. Maynard (Jeffery); brother of Lorraine Russell and the late Raymond Mauder; son of the late Glenn and Helen Mauder; grandfather of JR Maynard and Dave Cacese. Friends will be received at the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, 11311 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills, PA, Friday, April 24, 2015, 12 noon where a service will be held at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. Interment private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MELLA MILLARD J. CHIP IN LOV...
MELLA
MILLARD J. CHIP
In Loving Memory
Who passed away 3 years ago
April 23, 2012.
The moment that you passed away
My heart was torn in two
One side filled with heartache
The other died with you.
I hold you tightly within my heart And there you will always stay
Until the joyous day arrives
When we will meet again.
Sadly missed by longtime companion and best friend, Dolly
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VLCEK DOLORES A. AGE 93, OF RO...
VLCEK DOLORES A. Age 93, of Ross Twp., passed away on April 19, 2015. Her parents, Rudolf Vacek and Antoinette (Kolough) were immigrants from Czechoslovakia. She was one of nine children: four brothers and five sisters. Dolores was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles Chuck Vlcek, whom she married in 1943; her son, Charles Vlcek, Jr.; and eight siblings, Rudolf Vacek, Joseph Vacek, John Vacek, Andy Vacek, Evelyn Gaysek, Dorothy Tratten, Lorraine Pitschke and Madeline Capretta. Dolores is survived by her children, Jamie Renne (Thomas), Trina Golub (Terrance), and Christine Aron (Stephen); five grandchildren, Paul Vlcek, Robert Vlcek, Sarah Renne, Danielle Renne, and Nicole Stephan (Adam); a great-grandchild, Cooper Stephan; a daughter-in-law, Rosemary Vlcek; and many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the ELOISE B. KYPER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2702 Mt. Royal Blvd. Glenshaw, PA on Friday, April 24, 2015, from 4-8 p.m. A Blessing Service will be held in the funeral home chapel, on Saturday, April 25, 2015, at 12:00 p.m. Interment will be held in Mt. Royal Memorial Park, Glenshaw, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Allegheny Health Network Hospice and Palliative Care, 4800 Friendship Ave. Tower, 8th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 or to www.pawoundedwarriors.org.Written tributes and memorials are welcomed and encouraged at www.Kyperfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EMMETT WALTER S. WALTER, AGE 9...
EMMETT WALTER S. Walter, age 90, of Lawrenceville, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2015. Loving father of Margie (Gary) Hoffman and Walter (Elizabeth) Emmett, Jr.; brother of William (Garnet), Kenneth (Elanor), Edward (Rose), Vanessa (Gene) Traggardh, Ann (John) Krhovsky; son of the late Harry and Bessie Emmett; formerly married to Margie Patrick; grandfather of six, Lance, Amber, Christian, Bradley, Michelle, and Joshua; and great-grandfather of nine, Katherine, Zachary, Ella, Gabriel, Maggie, Lucy, Jillian, William, and Madison; also survived by many nieces and nephews who cherished Uncle Walt. Remembered by all for his ready smile and willingness to help others. He loved his vegetable and flower gardens and proudly shared the bounty with everyone he knew. Walt was a devoted father and grandfather who gave love, time and adventure to his grandchildren and was a caring brother and uncle. Known for his easygoing humor and sound gracious advice, he will be missed by many. Special thanks to the staff and caregivers at Canterbury Place; they were his family too and cared for him with love and respect for many years. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Walt's name to the UPMC Senior Communities Benevolent Care Fund, Suite 8084, 2600 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Friends received at the JOHN F. MURRAY FUNERAL HOME, INC.,Butler at 52nd St., Lawrenceville, where Services will be held Saturday 10 a.m. Visitations Thursday 6-8 p.m. and Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FENNELL WILHELMINA PEACEFULLY ...
FENNELL WILHELMINA Peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2015. Mother of David Fennell; grandmother of Jayden; sister of Theodore Duckett; nephew, David Freeman; and aunt, Helen Duckett. Family and friends received Friday, April 24, 2015, 4-8 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC.,Penn Hills. Memorial Service Sunday, April 26, 2015, at 3 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Garfield. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MISERENDINO RONALD AGE 52, OF ...
MISERENDINO RONALD Age 52, of Brookline, on Friday, April 17, 2015. Survived by his wife, Catherine (McGuire) Miserendino; sister, Lisa Allen; and nephews, Derek and Brent Allen; preceded in death by his parents, James and Carmella Dolly Miserendino; brother, James Miserendino; and grandmother, Mary Denardo. There are no visitations. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial in the Church of the Resurrection, Brookline, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Ron, you will live on in the love and laughter that you brought into our lives. Arrangements entrusted to BRUSCO - NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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