DUFFY WILLIAM BILL RAYMOND Age 82, of Fombell, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2013. He is survived by his wife, June L. Duffy; his five sons, Dru (Kris) Duffy, Dan (Anita) Duffy, Doug (Reneé), Dennis Duffy and David (Tanya) Duffy; his brother, Bob (Ginny) Duffy; his two sisters, Blanche Pitchford and Anne Russo; 14 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received on Monday from 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the BOYLAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., in Zelienople. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at the Concord United Methodist Church in Beaver Falls. Burial to follow in Concord United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to support Concord United Methodist Church, Marco Lutheran Church, American Cancer Society or to the Duffy Family Christian Foundation. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with William's family at: www.boylanfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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JORINSCAY PATRICIA F. AGE 78, ...
JORINSCAY PATRICIA F. Age 78, of Scott Twp., formerly of Elliott, on Saturday, December 7, 2013. Beloved daughter of the late Peter and Frances (Owczarzak) Jorinscay; survived by many loving cousins. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. WEDNESDAY ONLY at ANTHONY G. STAAB FUNERAL HOME, INC., 900 Chartiers Ave., Pgh., PA 15220. Mass of Christian Burial in Guardian Angels Parish on Thursday at 10 a.m. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Guardian Angels Parish, 1030 Logue St., Pgh., PA 15220. Add a tribute at: www.staabfuneral.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KOTER DONALD M. 84, FORMERLY O...
KOTER DONALD M. 84, formerly of Irwin, died Sat., Dec. 7, 2013 at UPMC St. Margaret's Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born Apr. 27, 1929 in Claridge, son of the late Michael and Pauline Pushnick Koter. Prior to retirement, he was a music teacher and band director for Greensburg Salem School District. Don was part owner of Professional Music Center of Greensburg for over 30 years. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin where he served as Choir Director. He graduated from St. Vincent College in May of 1958. Don earned his Master's Degree in Music Education from Duquesne University in 1965. He was a veteran of the Korean War, having served in the US Air Force Band. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Leona R. Rudinsky Koter. Surviving are sons, Eric (Maria) Koter of Nevillewood, Scott (Carol) Koter of Delmont, Randy (Bernadette) Koter of Wexford; grandchildren, Amber Koter-Puline, Adrienne Gauntner, Eric Alexander, Ryan, Morgan, Christopher and Megan Koter; great-grandchildren, Bayleigh and Tyler Gauntner, Lorenzo and Leonardo Puline. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tues. at the J.F. OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 504 Oak Street, Irwin. Parting Prayers held 9 a.m. Wed. in the funeral home, followed by a 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial which will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Penn Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Westmoreland County Music Educators Association c/o Denise Bilott, Norwin Middle School, 10870 Mockingbird Drive, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. For online condolences, please visit: www.ottfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FAIR JUDY ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER ...
FAIR JUDY On Sunday, December 8, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Jack Fair; beloved mother of Sandra Vaughn, Dana Fair, Janis Graham and Barry Fair; sister of the late Liz Brourman and Marge Swartz; grandmother of Sean, Shane, Kacie, Katelin, Lisa, Regina and Jacquelin; great-grandmother of Tiffany and Keirra; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Services and Interment private. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BERKEY JOAN GRIGG 87, OF CAPE ...
BERKEY JOAN GRIGG 87, of Cape May Court House, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6, 2013, at Atlanticare accompanied by her son and daughter. She was born on September 24, 1926, long- term resident of Cape May County, NJ and formerly of Pittsburgh, PA. Joan was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Bruce, in 1995; her longtime companion, Louis Clelland, in 2012; and her daughter, Jan Berkey, in 2008. She is survived by her sister, Jan Cleveland; daughter, Cris (Scott); her son, Jack (Terri); grandchildren, Gabriel, Bryan, Justin, Sean, Lucas, Nathan, Daniel, Chelsea, K.C.; and many great-grandchildren. Joan was the longtime owner of The Happy Hunt, a Stone Harbor family business operated with the help of her children, grandchildren, and fond employees. She treasured the relationships she developed over the course of her lifetime and the lives she touched in her daily routine. She will be dearly missed. A private Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Condolences at: www.radzieta.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LASKO GEORGE J. AGE 58, OF CAR...
LASKO GEORGE J. Age 58, of Carrick, formerly of Beechview, suddenly on Saturday, December 7, 2013. Beloved husband of Mary (Reinheardt) Lasko; loving brother of Charles Ray Lasko, Thomas Lasko, Marge Hoffman, Kathleen Haley, William Lasko and the late Robert Lasko and Mary Ann Yecko; son of the late Frank and Gertrude Lasko; survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends received Tuesday 5-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at BRUSCO - NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD., 2201 Bensonia Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Catherine of Siena Church on Thursday at 10 a.m. Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Add a tribute at: www.brusco-napierfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHWEIGER IDA M. (BARCLAY) AGE...
SCHWEIGER IDA M. (BARCLAY) Age 88, of Plum Boro, formerly of Wilkinsburg, on Sunday, December 8, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Ferdinand J.; mother of Fred, John (Paula), Bill (Doris) and Bob Schweiger; sister of Chester Barclay and the late Joann Fogel; also survived by five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11311 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills. Funeral Mass Thursday 10 a.m. at St. Bartholomew Church. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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JOZEFCZYK PATRICIA PAT B., M...
JOZEFCZYK PATRICIA PAT B., M.D. Age 64, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Upper St. Clair, passed away Friday, December 6, 2013 at the West Penn Hospital, after a lengthy battle with Leukemia. She was born October 7, 1949 in North Charleroi, daughter of the late William and Helen Michaloski Jozefczyk. Pat was a current member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin. Pat was a graduate of the Mon Valley Catholic High School, where she was Valedictorian of the class of 1967. She earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Pittsburgh, and graduated Suma Cum Laude. Pat earned her M.D. from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and graduated with highest honors. She specialized and practiced in the field of Neurology. Dr. Jozefczyk most recently practiced at the Allegheny West Penn Health System, and was a member of the Allegheny Neurological Associates. Throughout her professional career, Pat was a member of the National Board of Neurology, and played a key role in the development and administration of the national Board Certification examinations. In addition, she represented the Board at conferences and seminars throughout Europe. Pat was also involved in advanced research regarding the use of Botox as it pertained to diseases and abnormalities of the brain and central nervous system. During her career, she practiced Neurology at the Allegheny General Hospital, the University of Pittsburgh Hospital System, and was a staff member of many hospitals throughout the greater Pittsburgh area. Surviving her is one brother, William Jozefczyk and his wife, Carol, of Irwin; one sister, Francine Zdrale and her husband, George, of North Huntingdon; a niece, Kristin Cahill; a nephew, Kevin Zdrale; and two great-nieces. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at noon this Thursday at the Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin. She will be laid to rest with her parents in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Charleroi. There will be no viewing. Pat requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in her name to any of the following associations: The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (www.lls.org); the Be the Match-National Bone Marrow Donor Program (Bethematch.org), the National Ataxia Foundation 9www.ataxia.org), the American Brain Foundation, and the American Academy of Neurology (curebraindisease.org). JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KULICK WILLIAM AGE 89, OF ROSS...
KULICK WILLIAM Age 89, of Ross Twp., formerly of Bucks County, on Saturday, December 7, 2013. Born in Jermyn, PA on April 1, 1924, son of the late Franciszek and Katarzyna (Chmielowna) Kulick; beloved husband for 67 years of Jane (Kerins) Kulick; loving father of Joanne "Jody" Duessel, Donald (June) Kulick and the late William M. Kulick; proud grandfather of William E. (Nicole) Kulick, Michael (Heather) Kulick, Kerin (Paul) Sorby, Ryan (fiance Jenna) Duessel, Donald Kulick, Jr. and Kristin (Rene) Sardinas; great- grandfather of Cody, Clara, William and Dante; brother of Tessie Adams. Also predeceased by three sisters and four brothers. Family will welcome friends Monday, 5-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 388 Center Avenue in West View, 15229. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Teresa of Avila Church on Tuesday at 10 a.m. William proudly served his country in the US Navy during WWII in the Pacific Theatre as Gunner's Mate/Seabee and was a life-time member of his local VFW and American Legion. To his nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews, he was known as "Uncle Hoppy." In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to Disabled American Veterans, 1000 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Please pay tribute at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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YURKO JOSEPH R. ON SATURDAY, D...
YURKO JOSEPH R. On Saturday, December 7, 2013, our dear Uncle Joe, age 95, went home to be with the Lord. Born in McKees Rocks on November 13, 1918, he was the son of the late Andrew and Julia Yurko; brother of the late John, Andrew (Patricia), George (Bernadine) Mary Novelselski, (Metro) Ann Bacher, (Charles), Josephine Jasen (John), Margaret Rectenwald (Charles). He is survived by his beloved sister, Helen Murawski, (Anthony) and sister-in-law, Bernadine Saunders; nine nieces; five nephews; 22 great-nephews and nieces; and 14 great-great-nieces and nephews. Joe was a longtime member of the former St. Marks's Parish where he was an usher and elevator operator. He was very proud of his Slovak heritage and attended many Slovak Day celebrations at Kennywood Park. He loved football and followed the Steelers, Pitt and Sto-Rox teams avidly. Joe was a former employee of the Gordon Oil Company in McKees Rocks. He was a World War II US Army veteran and served in the Pacific Theatre with the 915th Ordnance Heavy Automotive Maintenance Company. Joseph was a wonderful son, brother and uncle and he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the school sisters of St. Francis at Mount Assisi Convent, 934 Forest Ave., Bellevue, PA 15202. Visitation Tuesday, December 10, 2013, 2-4, 6-8 p.m., at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1225 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks, with Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at 9:30 a.m., at St. John of God Parish, Church of St. Mary. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KAMINSKI WALTER PEACEFULLY ON ...
KAMINSKI WALTER Peacefully on December 6, 2013, Walter, age 90, of Carrick. Beloved husband of Helen Lipinski; loving father of Lisa (Fran Nestico) Kaminski. Friends welcomed in the JOHN N. ELACHKO FUNERAL HOME, 3447 Dawson Street, Oakland, Tuesday ONLY 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Blessing Service Tuesday 7:15 p.m. Interment Wednesday 11:00 a.m. in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Please meet at cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MONKELIS DIANE LYNNE (CALDWELL...
MONKELIS DIANE LYNNE (CALDWELL) Age 64, of West Mifflin, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 6, 2013. Born in Pittsburgh on November 22, 1949 to the late John "Scotty" and Thelma Baird Caldwell; daughter-in-law of the late Edward Frank and Laura Jakielo Monkelis; beloved wife of 38 years of Edward John Monkelis; loving mother of Meredith (Mark) Miller; stepmother to Lori (Chris) Slekar, and Jeanlynne (David) Thomas; grandmother to Mark "Tripp" Miller and Cormac Edward Miller; sister of Denise Blasko and the late Nancy Caldwell O'Leary Morgan. Friends and family are welcome to attend a Memorial Service on Wednesday at (time later) at SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall. In lieu of flowers, Diane's wishes were to have donations given to her grandchildren's college fund in her memory, Miller Boys College Fund, c/o Savolskis-Wasik-Glenn Funeral Home, Inc. Please make donation checks payable to Mark and Meredith Miller. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MOODY MARILYN J. ON FRIDAY, DE...
MOODY MARILYN J. On Friday, December 6, 2013, age 79, of Mars. Born in Butler, PA on January 8, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Mona Haun Shermer. Beloved wife of Monte R. Moody, who she married on August 11, 1956; loving mother of Barbara Smith and Jody Kennedy, both of Mars, Bruce Moody of Saxonburg, William Moody and his wife, Julie, of Mars, Montgomery Moody of Zelienople, and Scott Moody and his wife, Monique, of Sarver. Also ten grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; and her sister, Norma McCarthy of Duluth, MN. Marilyn had been the co-owner and secretary/treasurer of the family business, M.R. Moody Sales and Service in Mars. She was a member of the Valencia Presbyterian Church, and in her younger years had taught Sunday School, and had been a cub scout leader and den mother. She enjoyed shopping, painting and crafting, reading, and had a passion for cooking. She also did Silver Sneakers at Penn-Mar Plaza. Friends will be received at the McDONALD - AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Services will be held on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Burial Estates, Mt. Chestnut. Directions and condolences are available at: www.mcdonald-aeberli.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LEVAK MICHAEL P. "MAC" FORMERL...
LEVAK MICHAEL P. "MAC" Formerly of Pittsburgh, age 89, passed away December 5, 2013. Devoted husband of 60 years to Frances R. (nee Olszewski); dearest son of the late Frank and Catherine Levak and loving brother of the late Frank and Anne Levak, all of Pittsburgh. A well-known broadcaster as "Mike Lee" for many years at WPIT radio station in Pittsburgh, and sportscaster for many college basketball games. Mr. Levak was an ardent and devoted fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pittsburgh Steelers, and the University of Notre Dame football. Mr. Levak served as a Sergeant in the Air Force stationed in Naples, Italy during World War II. Interment Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Notre Dame University Football. Full obituary notice may be viewed, along with online condolence messages left at: www.craciunfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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EVANS JOHN HARVEY, JR. 86, OF ...
EVANS JOHN HARVEY, Jr. 86, of Pickerington, died at Mt. Carmel East Hospital, on Thursday, December 05, 2013. He was born in Pittsburgh on April 24, 1927 to the late John H. Evans, Sr. and Stella K. (Miller) Evans. Complete obituary and Service information at: www.SpenceFuneralHome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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REED MILDRED MILLIE 91, ON ...
REED MILDRED MILLIE 91, on Thursday, December 5, 2013. Daughter of the late Rose and George Marcus; devoted wife of the late Jerome Reed; beloved sister of Selma (Abe) Fleishman and the late Ethel Harr (Saul), Sadie Brand (William) and Isadore Marcus; cherished aunt and great-aunt to several nieces and nephews. Services and Interment PRIVATE. Donations, if desired, may be made to Charles Morris Center, 200 JHF Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MITCHELL JACQUELINE P. (SIMMS)...
MITCHELL JACQUELINE P. (SIMMS) Age 65, of St. Petersburg, FL, peacefully on Wednesday, December 4, 2013. Beloved daughter of Violet Callahan; twin sister of Olivetta Smith; sister of Cheryl Mbano of Phoenix, AZ; she is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation Wednesday 4 to 8 p.m. at the COSTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., E. Liberty. Funeral service on Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Rodman St. Missionary Bapt. Church, 6111 Rodman St., Pgh., PA 15206. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LUNDY JANET DEC. 9, 1943 - OCT...
LUNDY
JANET
Dec. 9, 1943 - Oct. 19, 2010
Happy birthday my angel,
we've been mother and daughter,
God's gift to love and cherish,
right from the start. Your memory is my keepsake forever within
my aching heart.
Miss you, love you always, Mom.
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UNGER DONALD AGE 77, OF WEXFOR...
UNGER DONALD Age 77, of Wexford, passed away on October 31, 2013 while under the care of the UPMC Passavant Hospital in McCandless Township. Born November 21, 1935, he was the son of the late Joseph and Marie C. Unger of Bradford Woods. He is survived by his aunt, cousins and many friends. He was preceded in death by his brother and best friend, Elwyn J. Unger. He was laid to rest at Pinewood Memorial Gardens in Cranberry Township. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the GLENN-KILDOO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 130 Wisconsin Avenue, Cranberry Township. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Donald's family at: www.glennkildoofuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MARKOVICH HELEN C. 90, FORMERL...
MARKOVICH HELEN C. 90, formerly of McKee Road, North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013, while living with her daughter in Clarksboro, NJ. Born Oct. 25, 1923, she was a daughter of John and Katherine Chrzan. She is survived by her husband, Thomas, whom she had been married to for 68 years. They had known each other since she was 16, growing up on 28th Street in the Strip District of Pittsburgh. Helen lost her beloved son, Chuck, five years ago. She missed him every day and she was heartbroken. She also is survived by her children, a daughter, Karen (Dave) Axelson, of New Jersey; a son, Thomas (Tracey) Markovich, of Monroeville; grandchildren, Eric and Marc Axelson, of New Jersey, Bryan, Scott and Kelly Markovich, of Monroeville; and a great-grandson, Kaden; her beloved nieces, Catherine Zuraw, of Lawrenceville and Helen Offman, of Murrsysville; and many more nieces and nephews. She also is survived by a sister-in-law, Josephine Tralka, of Pittsburgh. Helen was predeceased by a sister, Julia Pijanowski; and a brother, Walter Chrzan. She had many longtime friends from McKee Road, where they had lived for more than 50 years. Helen enjoyed cooking for her family and was an avid reader. For 30 years, she also canned the produce that came from her husband's garden. Mrs. Markovich was blessed by having many of her son Chuck's friends, who helped her during his two year battle. A Memorial Mass will be held for Helen at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13, 2013, at St. Stanislaus Church, 21st St. and Smallman, Pittsburgh. Interment will be in St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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