MILLER ANN ARGYROS 88, of Vandergrift, died Sunday, December 8, 2013, in her residence. Born July 21, 1925 in Oakmont, she is the daughter of the late George and Olga Tanner Argyros and had lived in Vandergrift since 1946, when she had married James G. Miller who passed away in 1998. Ann and her husband owned and operated Miller's Market on Columbia Avenue in Vandergrift, then Miller's Supermarket on Hancock Avenue in Vandergrift until they retired in 1974. She was a member of the Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church In Vandergrift, and also a member of the Greek Ladies Philoptohos Society. Ann was an avid gardener and a excellent cook and baker of Greek foods. Survivors include a son, George J. (Mary Ann) Miller of Moon Township; and a daughter, Gayla M. (Dane) Skroupa of West Deer; eight grandchildren, James G. (Wendy) Miller, Alexander J. Skroupa, Jackie S. (Anthony) Randza, Edward G. (Lisa) Miller, Patrick G. Miller, Dr. Elisa M. Miller, Andrew G. Miller, and Dr. Benjamin G. Miller; eight great-grandchildren, James and Nathan Skroupa, Malaina and Collin Randza, Pearl, Ruby, Julia and Dexter Miller. In addition to her parents and husband; she was preceded in death by two brothers, Leon and Gus Argyros; three sisters, Mary Boubouras, Despina Dukas, and Helen Avlon. Family and friends will be received Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 in the DUNMIRE - KERR & ROWE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 244 Franklin Avenue, Vandergrift, 724-568-3639. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, in Vandergrift, with the Very Reverend Fr. Stephen Mazaris officiating. Interment will be in the Vandergrift Cemetery. A Trisagion service will be held Friday at 3 p.m. in the funeral home. The family would like to give a special thank you to her caregivers that had helped Ann and her family for the past five years. The family suggests memorial donations in Ann's name be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. To leave an online condolence, visit us at: www.dunmirekerr.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER ANN ARGYROS 88, OF VAND...
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FARR WILLIAM EARL, SR. 65, OF ...
FARR WILLIAM EARL, Sr. 65, of Pittsburgh, died at home Wed., Dec. 4, 2013. He was a former Clairton resident. Born Sept. 14, 1948 in Donora, PA, son of the late Carrie Farr Spence and stepfather, Jessie Spence. Affectionately known as Bill, he was a graduate of Clairton High School and former construction worker. He was a disabled veteran having served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, where he received a Purple Heart. Surviving are his children, Amber Farr of Pittsburgh and William Earl "BJ" Farr, Jr. of West Mifflin; siblings, Roslyn Spence Wade, Thomas (Rose) Farr, and Jessie Ronald Spence, all of Clairton; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends. Memorial Services to be held at Shepherd's Heart Fellowship, 13 Pride St., Pgh., PA, Sun., Dec. 15, 2013 at 5:15 p.m., with Rev. Michael D. Wurschmidt officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following Memorial Services. Private military honors and interment are being held Thurs., Dec. 12, 2013 in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be made to the Shepherd's Heart Veteran's Program, c/o Shepherd's Heart Fellowship, 13 Pride St., Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Local arrangements by the ROBERT A. WATERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., Clairton, PA. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HIMES NORMAN S. PASSED SUDDENL...
HIMES NORMAN S. Passed suddenly and unexpectedly in Goshen, CT on December 8, 2013 at age 70. He was a man who made his family the most important thing in his world. He rejoiced in the high moments of life and laughed easily and often. A native of Pittsburgh, he graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 1965 and earned his MBA from the Katz School of Business. He began his career in banking operations at IBM in Pittsburgh, and worked in Dallas, Tampa, Orlando, Miami and Philadelphia. He retired to New Smyrna Beach, FL and spent his summers in Goshen, CT. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patti Miller Himes; his sister, Terry Himes; his children, N. Stephen Himes, Jr. and Pamela Himes Cloud; and four grandsons, Grant Himes, Charlie Cloud, Max Cloud and Chad Himes. Memorial Services will be held in Florida in early 2014. A scholarship fund has been established at the University of Pittsburgh to honor Norm's legacy. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you direct your honorary contributions to the Norman S. Himes Memorial Fund by calling (800)-817-8943 or visiting online at giveto.pitt.edu. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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CALLOWAY EMILY D. LITTLE AGE...
CALLOWAY EMILY D. LITTLE Age 50, of Pittsburgh, peacefully on November 28, 2013. Longtime companion of Roosevelt Reese, Sr.; beloved mother of Da'Shea, Rowerre, Sr., Tiaka, Morris, and Roosevelt, Jr.; sister of Victoria and Alberta. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, four great- grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Visitation Thursday 5-9 p.m. at COSTON FUNERAL HOME INC., 3313 Brighton Rd. N. Side, where funeral will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KUSAR EDWARD JAMES DIED ON MON...
KUSAR EDWARD JAMES Died on Monday, December 9, 2013, at age 65, in Auburn, WA. Beloved son of the late Charles and Helen Karas Kusar; husband of Donna Kusar; loving father of Christy Kusar, Charles Kusar, and Kathy (Jason) Simmonds; seven grandchildren; brother of Carl (the late Nell) Kusar, Richard (Maureen) Kusar, Bernice (the late Sonny) Goyak, and Christine (Robert) Jones; nine nieces and nephews. Mr. Kusar was born in Pittsburgh, PA and has lived in the Seattle area since 1976. He served in the USAF and was employed at Boeing. Services will be held at BONNEY - WATSON WASHINGTON MEMORIAL, 16445 International Blvd., SeaTac WA 98188, 206-242-1787, and burial in Tahoma National Cemetery. The family would like to thank Swedish Neuroscience Institute, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance and the VA Medical Center for services during Mr. Kusar's illness. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KIRK TYSON BRANDON 16, OF EMSW...
KIRK TYSON BRANDON 16, of Emsworth, passed away suddenly, on Tuesday, December 10, 2013. Beloved son of Tamra Kohlmeyer Kirk and Vernon Kirk; loving brother of Jordan (Kirk) Wallace; proud grandson of Wilma Kirk, Maureen Legari and William Kohlmeyer. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, and his many friends. Tyson was a junior at Avonworth H.S. where he was an avid football player, playing positions as a running back and linebacker. He loved to draw, starting at an early age, enjoyed playing video games, watching movies and TV (The Walking Dead), listening to music, eating and just hanging out with his friends. He always had a smile on his face and liked to make people happy. Tyson was loved by his family and friends and will be deeply missed. Friends received Thursday 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at ORION C. PINKERTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1014 California Ave., Avalon, 412-766-5600, where a Funeral Service will be held Friday at 10 a.m. Interment will be private. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SHEALEY EUGENE J. QUIETLY, ON ...
SHEALEY EUGENE J. Quietly, on Dec. 10, 2013. Beloved son of Una W. Shealey; brother of Carol Ann (Judge Conrad) Johnson, Mark A. Shealey, Dr. Sheron D. and Rev. Keith W. (Debra) Clark; uncle of Kyersten and Evan Johnson; nephew of Mrs. Mary Moses and Mrs. Grace Shealey; and a host of relatives and friends. Family will receive guests Friday, Dec. 13, 2013, 10 a.m. until 12, WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL OF PT. BREEZE, 7204 Thomas Blvd., E.E., followed by funeral ceremony at Noon in the chapel. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KONESKY MARIE N. AGE 85, PEACE...
KONESKY MARIE N. Age 85, peacefully, on Wednesday, December 11, 2013. Wife of the late Chester; beloved mother of Peggy (Kevin) Rigby, Timothy (Patricia) Konesky and the late John, James, Robert and Thomas Konesky; mother-in-law of Denise and Pat Konesky; grandmother of Julianne, Heidi, Amy, Allison, Jay, Jennifer, Jessica, Andrea and Bobby; and six great-grandchildren. Friends received Thursday 6-8 p.m. and Friday 2-8 p.m. THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral Prayer Saturday 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Peter Church, Prince of Peace Parish at 10 a.m. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MACDONALD LOIS J. AGE 83, OF S...
MacDONALD LOIS J. Age 83, of Shaler Twp., on December 11, 2013. Wife of the late Robert W.; mother of Douglas R. MacDonald and the late Debra Meeder; grandmother of Kelly and Robert MacDonald and Meadow Meeder. No visitation. Memorial Service to be held at a later date. Arr. by NEELY FUNERAL HOME, Glenshaw, PA. Please visit us at: neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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COURY EVELYN THERESA ON DECEMB...
COURY EVELYN THERESA On December 11, 2013. Beloved wife of 63 years to Walter Coury; mother of Jeanette (Dean) Engel, Cathy Coury, J.J. (Samar) Coury, Walter A. (Daina) Coury, Paul (Lisa) Coury, Diana Coury, Robert (Rose) Coury, Tina (Bob) Hapanowicz, David (Susie) Coury, Kenny (Diane) Coury, Jeff (Christine) Coury, Greg (Maria) Coury; sister of Jean Abraham, Mary Heuer and the late Diana Mae Coury; grandmother of Cory, Brandi, JonJon, Tiffany, Terra, Dr. J.J., Amber, Walter C., Capri, Chadd, Hunter, Christina, Bobby, Justine, KC, Olivia, Leah; and many other grandchildren; great- grandmother of Simon, Luke, Jake. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends and Family welcome Friday 1-8 p.m. WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Road, Scott Twp. Funeral Mass in Our Lady of Victory Church, officiated by her nephew, Fr. Charles Coury and Fr. Rodolph Wakim, Saturday 11 a.m. Because of her love of children, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908, http:// fundraising.stjude.org/goto/evelyncoury, 1-800-873-6983. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SEMANCIK ROBERT F. 63, OF CARN...
SEMANCIK ROBERT F. 63, of Carnegie, on Sunday, December 8, 2013, at the University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill. Born August 14, 1950, son of late Michael P. and Julia Semancik. Member of St. Sebastian R.C. Church and St. Barbara R.C. Church, Bridgeville. Robert retired from the Port Authority of Allegheny County. Survived by wife, Cindy Sebrosky Semancik; daughters, Amy and Carlos Diaz of Suwanee, GA, Allison Semancik and Ian Tacher of Miami, FL, and Rachel Semancik of Duluth, GA; sisters, Patricia and Siegfried Troeger of Guatemala City and Maryann and Wayne Davis of Los Angeles, CA; and two grandchildren. Preceded by brother, Michael P. Semancik. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., PARZYNSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATIONS, 626 Broad Ave., Belle Vernon, 724-929-6183. Prayer service Saturday 9 a.m. in funeral home, with funeral mass 9:30 a.m. St. Sebastian Church, Belle Vernon. Interment Belle Vernon Cemetery. Donations to SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals, 123 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. Condolences at: www.parzynskifuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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JOYCE THOMAS F. OCT. 18, 1920 ...
JOYCE
THOMAS F.
Oct. 18, 1920 - Dec. 12, 2010
Dear Dad, it's been three years and we're missing you more everyday. Merry Christmas to you, Mom,
and Aunt Jan.
Love, your Family and Friends
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AMOS KEITH A. 63, PEACEFULLY, ...
AMOS KEITH A. 63, peacefully, on Wednesday, December 11, 2013, went home to be with the Lord, at his home in Oakmont. Loving husband of Laura (Messina) Amos; father of Brian (Kelly) Amos, David Amos, Elizabeth (Patrick) Mangan, and John Duff; grandfather of Christian, Cadence, Luke, and Carter; brother of Robert (Boksik) Amos, John Amos, and James Amos. Keith was a member of Oakmont Presbyterian Church where he participated in the choir. He was retired from Highmark and remained a member of the Retirees Golf League. Friends and relatives are invited to a memorial visitation on Friday, December 13, 2013 from 4-8 p.m. at the BURKET - TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2013, 10:30 a.m. at the Oakmont Presbyterian Church. In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Friends of Music c/o Oakmont Presbyterian Church, 415 Pennsylvania Ave., Oakmont, 15139. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MCKINNEY SARAH LEE (MCKEE) DIE...
McKINNEY SARAH LEE (McKEE) Died peacefully in her sleep Sunday, December 8, 2013 at Forbes Hospice. She was preceded in death by her brother, Nelson McKee, Jr.; her father, Nelson McKee, Sr.; and her mother, Elizabeth Murphy McKee. Sarah was educated in the Pittsburgh Public School System. After graduating from Fifth Avenue High School, she earned a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Livingstone College. Her passion for teaching spanned over more than three decades. For her many years of service, from Rochester, New York to Pittsburgh, PA, Sarah was rewarded with precious reminders from students and faculty alike whose lives she touched. Though she often said, teaching is a job like no other, she gracefully retired from Arlington Elementary School in 2002. Sarah found the Lord at an early age. She was a devoted Christian, committed to serving others. Sarah was a member of the Church in the Round before becoming a part of The Living Word Ministry. There she served on the Mother's Board, chosen because of her wisdom, her ability to provide spiritual comfort and a true messenger of how to live a fulfilling life of service. Sarah leaves loving memories to her sister, Marva Williams; her nieces and nephews; a host of cousins, and loving friends, Maggie Hill, Beverly, Lorraine and Sandra Downer. Services will be held Saturday, December 14, 2013 at The Living Word Ministry, 717 Ridge Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, with Pastor David Lee, officiating. Family visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. Homegoing Services will follow at 11 a.m. Interment, with Services by Samuel Jones Funeral Home, will take place in Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DERBISH ALICE C. SOLANE AGE 97...
DERBISH ALICE C. SOLANE Age 97, of ShaIer Twp., on Wednesday, December 11, 2013. Wife of the late John Nance Derbish; mother of Nance Ray Derbish (Eileen) and Doris Budzik (Fran); daughter of the late Jacob and Alice Solane; sister of Ray Solane, and the late Betty Solane King; grandmother of Sherry (Jim) DeFilippo, Kelley (Gene) Morrone, Timothy (Jamie) Derbish, and John Derbish; great-grandmother of Riley and Michael Morrone and Kaylee Derbish. Visitation Thurs. and Fri. 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Service Sat. 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials suggested to Christ Lutheran Church, 917 Evergreen Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15209. Please visit us at: neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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JENKINS JUNE M. PEACEFULLY, DE...
JENKINS JUNE M. Peacefully, December 9, 2013, leaves to cherish her memory, children, Scheryl Griffin, Karen Narromore (Winston), Darrell Jenkins (Pamela), Michael Jenkins, and Sharon Palmer (Jessie); eight siblings; 13 grandchildren; 13 great- grandchildren; and many relatives and friends. Visitation Friday, December 13, 2013, 4-8 at HOUSE OF LAW, INC., where service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LYON MABEL I. AGE 91, OF WILKI...
LYON MABEL I. Age 91, of Wilkins Twp., died Monday, Dec. 9, 2013. She was the beloved wife of the late William E. Lyon; loving mother of Craig Lyon (Alyson); sister of Norman Ritter, Eugene Ritter, Audrey Konkus and the late Claudia Agey, Alice Miliken, Ethel Enterline and Lee Ritter; also survived by niece, Debra (Edward) Holodnik; and nephew Charles (Juliette) Konkus and great-niece, Christy Holodnik; and great-nephews, Daniel Holodnik, Jacob and Joshua Konkus; along with numerous loving nieces and nephews. She was a 91-year devoted member of Unity Community Presbyterian Church. She loved spending time with her church family laughing, learning and growing in her relationship with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Friends received Friday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road) Penn Hills. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday 11 a.m. at Unity Community Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Unity Community Church, 215 Unity Center Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15239. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MORRIS LEONARD B. 93, PEACEFUL...
MORRIS LEONARD B. 93, peacefully passed away on December 9, 2013. He was surrounded by Irma, his devoted wife of 66 years; daughter, Marjorie (Larry); and grandsons, Lee and Eric. Leonard was predeceased by his sister, Adele Elman; and brother, Leslie Morris. Leonard was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and a veteran of WWII where he served in England and France. He was a Certified Gemologist, and with his wife, owned and operated Eger's Jewelers in Coraopolis, PA for 37 years. Leonard and Irma retired to Palm Beach where they were members of Temple Israel and the Atlantis Country Club. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Graveside services will be held in the Coraopolis Cemetery. Arrangements by COPELAND FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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RUPOSKY ANNE C. (VOGEL) AGE 72...
RUPOSKY ANNE C. (VOGEL) Age 72, on TUE., December 10, 2013, of Mt. Oliver. Beloved wife of James; loving mother of Robert (Elizabeth), and Brian (Veronica); beloved grandmother of Alyssa; beloved daughter of the late Katherine and Edmund Vogel; beloved sister of Robert Vogel, and the late Catherine Botula, Helen Lauterbach, and Dolly Feth; will also be dearly missed by many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Friends received THU. and FRI. 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 p.m. at TIMOTHY K. SLATER FUNERAL SERVICES, INC., (412-381-3337), 425 Brownsville Rd., Mt. Oliver, 15210. Mass of Christian Burial St. John Vianney Church SAT. 10 a.m. Condolences at: www.timothykslater.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GIZA-TUSA DAWN MAY 3, 1983 - D...
GIZA-TUSA
DAWN
May 3, 1983 - Dec. 12, 2004
Always in our thoughts. You and your little one are forever in our hearts. Love, Mom, Dad, Jason, Hannah, Grace and Faith.
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