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WATKINS DOROTHY HAYFORD PASSED...

January 26, 2016, 1:00 pm
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WATKINS DOROTHY HAYFORD Passed away on January 23, 2016. She was one day shy of her 99th birthday. Dorothy was formerly from Forest Hills but had lived the last 17 years at Longwood at Oakmont. She is survived by her three children, Ronald Watkins (Susan) of Monongahela, PA, Gwen White (Rev. Kenneth) of Murrysville, PA and Cynthia Crysdale (Peter Hunter) of Sewanee, TN; six grandchildren; and four great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016, in the Chapel at Longwood at Oakmont, 500 Coxcomb Hill Road, Verona, PA 15147. There will be a time of visitation at 1:30 p.m. and following the service. Please see a fuller obituary at: www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BABCOCK RUTH C. (KELLY) AGE 88...

January 26, 2016, 1:00 pm
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BABCOCK RUTH C. (KELLY) Age 88, of Sharpsburg, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2016. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on August 13, 1927, daughter of the late Patrick and Julia (Hale) Kelly. In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Harry F. Babcock and her daughter-in-law, Jill Babcock. Left to cherish her memory, are her children, Edward J. Babcock and wife, Debra, and Gregory M. Babcock. Ruth was also survived by a sister, Jean Cardinale. Arrangements are private and under the direction of the ELOISE B. KYPER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2702 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUSAK WALTER AGE 99, OF SEBAST...

January 26, 2016, 1:00 pm
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HUSAK WALTER Age 99, of Sebastian, FL, passed from this life on, Friday, January 22, 2016. Loving husband of the late Dorothy (Dobransky) Husak. Preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Mary Husak; sisters, Ann Husak, Olga Husak and Alice Thompson. Survived by daughter, Patricia A. (Donald) Novak of Vero Beach, FL; son, Walter A. (Pamela) Husak of Sebastian, FL; sisters, Stella Novak, Dorothy Krainiak; brother, Andrew Husak; and four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and many nephews and nieces. He was a graduate of David B. Oliver High School (1935) and attended Robert Morris College. He retired from Pgh. Outdoor Adv. He worked on the Alcoa Sign Mt. Washington, Three Rivers Stadium scoreboard and Horne's Christmas tree. Member of St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Orthodox Church, South Side. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wed. at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC. Parastas 7:30 p.m. Wed. Funeral Service will be held Thurs. at 10 a.m. at St. Vladimir's Ukrainian Orthodox Church, South Side. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VNA Hospice House, 901 37th St., Vero Beach, FL 32960. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BASA WILLIAM J. AGE 94, OF ROS...

January 26, 2016, 1:00 pm
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BASA WILLIAM J. Age 94, of Ross Twp., peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 24, 2016. Beloved husband of 60 years to Rita (Benec) Basa; father of Marian Basa, Gerri Basa and Bill (Ginger) Basa; grandfather of Andrew and Kia Scibetta (fiancé Sean Wirth), Lucy, Caleb, John and Cricket Basa; great-grandfather of Sawyer and Fallon Wirth; brother of Rose Quering, Mary Jane Glabicki. He was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Christina; and older siblings, Frank R. Basa and Christine Basa. Friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th St., Lawrenceville, Wednesday 6-8 p.m. Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Mass in St. Sebastian Church on Friday at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the PA Association for the Blind or Western PA School for Blind Children. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALLACE ELIZABETH GRACE PEACEF...

January 26, 2016, 1:00 pm
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WALLACE ELIZABETH GRACE Peacefully, on Friday, January 22, 2016. Wife of Richard Wallace, Sr.; mother of Richard, Jr., Adrienne and Monica Wallace and Amber Dorsey (Corey); sister of Barbara Mancuso (Charles) and Gertrude Ross (Dennis); three brothers, William Carter, Barry Carter (Cheryl) and Robert Rakes; six grandchildren. Visitation Thursday, January 28, 2016, 4-8 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC., where service will be Friday at 11 a.m. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BENJAMIN MARY L. QUIETLY, ON J...

January 26, 2016, 1:00 pm
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BENJAMIN MARY L. Quietly, on January 22, 2016, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Friends may call Thursday, January 28, 2016, 4-8 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL OF PT. BREEZE, 7204 Thomas Blvd. 15208. Funeral Ceremony Friday, January 29, 2016, 11 a.m. in the chapel. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CORR JANET (KLINE) AGE 76, OF ...

January 26, 2016, 1:00 pm
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CORR JANET (KLINE) Age 76, of Penn Hills, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 21, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Charles W. Corr; loving mother of Charles (Judy) Corr, Michael (Kristen) Corr, Susan (David) Lynn, John Corr, Michelle (Kenneth) Lynn and the late Colleen Newmaster and Mary Jo Labovick; also survived by 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews. Friends received 1-3 p.m. Saturday at MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME, 7663 Saltsburg Rd. (across from S & T Bank), Plum, PA 15239 where a memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEWIS MARY L.”SISSIE” AGE 91, ...

January 26, 2016, 1:00 pm
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LEWIS MARY L.”SISSIE” Age 91, of Venetia, on Saturday, January 23, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Jack Lewis; loving mother of Candy (Bob) Covert; grandmother of Courtney B. (Barry) Dettinger and Stacey L. (David) Baker; great-grandmother of Sarah Dettinger, Trent and Troy Baker; sister of Robert Gobelman, Thomas Gobelman and the late Maxine Hadzor. Per Mary's wishes no visitation. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 724-941-3211. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PRUITT ELLEN M. (MCCULLOCH) EL...

January 26, 2016, 1:00 pm
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PRUITT ELLEN M. (McCULLOCH) Ellen M. Pruitt, Queen of Cheswick, 77, of Pittsburgh, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 22, 2016. She was born in New Kensington, Pennsylvania on January 13, 1939, to the late William and Myrtle McCulloch. Ellen was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 51 years, James Pruitt. She is survived by her children, Megan (Bob) Vester, Mark (Becky) Pruitt, Matt (Michele) Pruitt, and Michael (Melissa) Pruitt; three granddaughters, Taylor Vester, Mary Jones, and Elizabeth Pruitt; four grandsons, Josh Vester, Sam Vester, Shane Pruitt, and Andrew Pruitt; sister, Patsy Sheehan; brother, James McCulloch. Ellen was preceded in death by her brother, William McCulloch III; and sister, Mary Mimori. Friends will be received on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016, 2-4 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Memorial Service will follow the visitation in the funeral home chapel at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorial contributions be made to the Baptist Homes Nursing Center (489 Castle Shannon Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15234). Condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KNIGHT HERBIE AUG. 4, 1962-JAN...

January 26, 2016, 1:00 pm
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KNIGHT HERBIE Aug. 4, 1962-Jan. 27, 2013 Herbie, you are missed every day, it's been three years. Love you, Family & Friends
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COHEN PEARL LEFKOVITZ AGE 98, ...

January 27, 2016, 1:00 pm
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COHEN PEARL LEFKOVITZ Age 98, of Beatty Pointe Village, in Monroeville, died Tuesday, January 26, 2016, in Mt. Vernon, of Elizabeth. She was born April 15, 1917, in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Louis and Rose Alex Lefkovitz who were both born in Szrensk, Poland, and immigrated to Pittsburgh. She was the wife of the late Edward R. Cohen; she is survived by her sons, Gary (Jackie) Cohen of Mt. Lebanon and Richard (Gretchen) Cohen of Elizabeth Township; grandchildren, Robyn Cohen (David) Brown, Matthew Cohen, Sarah Cohen, Rachel (David Isacco) Cohen and Adam Cohen; great- grandchildren, Abigayle and Parker Brown and Victoria Cohen. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Florence Rosenfeld and Beatrice Golanty. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by the GILBERT FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC., Boston, Elizabeth Township. Condolences may be made at: gilbertfuneralhomeand crematory.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLEBANK HAZEL RUTH (NASSIDA) ...

January 27, 2016, 1:00 pm
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COLEBANK HAZEL RUTH (NASSIDA) Age 67, passed away at home on Jan. 16, 2016, in St. George, Utah. She was born to James Nassida, a steel worker, and Lillian Evans Nassida, a homemaker, on Jan. 15, 1949, in West Mifflin, PA. She is survived by her husband, John Colebank of St. George, Utah; son, James Colebank, a colonel in the U.S. Air Force, and wife, Gretchen of Washington, D.C.; David Colebank and wife, Christine of Irving, Texas; and daughter, Susan Stehle and husband, Jason of Durham, N.H. She also leaves behind four grandchildren, Michelle and Callie Colebank, and Paige and Wyatt Stehle. She is survived by her sister, Lillian Horey of Upper St. Clair, PA; sister, Kathy Garrison of Bethel Park, PA; and brother, Thomas Nassida of West Mifflin, PA. She was preceded in death by her oldest brother, James Nassida, of Pgh., PA. A Memorial will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Pgh., PA. A celebration of Hazel's life will follow at the St. Clair Country Club. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lung Cancer Association (www.lung.org). For those wishing to leave messages for the family, please visit www.spilsburymortuary.com to sign the online guestbook. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WITTHOHN RONALD ERNEST BORN AU...

January 27, 2016, 1:00 pm
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WITTHOHN RONALD ERNEST Born August 29, 1933, died January 19, 2016. Ron Witthohn was born in Brooklyn, New York and passed away at 82 in Denver, Colorado. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Virginia Witthohn. He was a graduate of Tri-State University with a degree in Civil Engineering and Administrative Engineering. He served on various committees and was the former President of the Pittsburgh Chapter of American Concrete Institute (ACI). He worked on many Pittsburgh landmarks including the Fort Pitt Tunnel, Three Rivers Stadium and the U.S. Steel Building. Ron loved spending time with his family. As an avid Steelers fan, he enjoyed attending many games. He got as much pleasure planning trips all over the world as he did taking them. One of his favorite pastimes was his model trains. He spent countless hours setting up the trains in the family room for the holiday visits from friends and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Herta Witthohn; and his eldest son, Mark E. Witthohn. Ron is also survived by his sons, David W. Witthohn (Judy) of Golden, CO and Ronald L. Witthohn (Kim) of McKinney, TX. He was the loving grandfather to Lauren W. Cheek (Rick) of Pittsburgh, PA, Katelynn B. Witthohn of Suwanee, GA, Leah E. Kingzett (Bill) of Grove City, PA, Aaron M. Witthohn of Atlanta, GA, Alec R. Witthohn of Golden, CO, Melissa G. Ferris of Heeney, CO, Gordan F. Ferris of Golden, CO, Allison M. Ferris of Golden, CO; and great- grandfather to Quinn J. Ferris of Heeney, CO. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 30, 2016, at Northmont Presbyterian Church, 8189 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Northmont United Presbyterian Church or Teutonia Mannerchor, 857 Phineas Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GARZOTTO LEO P. AGE 95, OF PEN...

January 27, 2016, 1:00 pm
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GARZOTTO LEO P. Age 95, of Penn Hills, formerly of Brackenridge, on Tuesday, January 26, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Dolores A.; father of Carol A. (Phil) Kremer and Diane M. Castman; doting Nono of Richard (Ornella) Castman, Laura Castman (Kyle Smith), Gretchen (Steven) Davidson and Kristen Kremer (Tony Booker); also survived by eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Friends received in WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills where a Blessing Service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. Visitation Thursday 7-9 p.m. and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMPSON JAMES E., JR. AGE 85,...

January 27, 2016, 1:00 pm
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THOMPSON JAMES E., Jr. Age 85, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2016, at home. He was a retired instrument technician for Power Piping in West Mifflin and also retired from Carnegie Natural Gas Company. A member of West Mifflin Community Baptist Church, James was a Navy veteran of the Korean War, a Democratic committeeman in West Mifflin, active member of West Mifflin #3 Volunteer Fire Department and Boy Scout leader. He also loved fishing, his dogs and spending time at Big Bear Lake Campland, in West Virginia. Born May 29, 1930, in Elkins, WV, he was a son of the late James E. Thompson, Sr. and Mary (Mercandino) Thompson. He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Watson) Thompson; children, Sandra (Alvin) Strauser of West Mifflin, James (Sharon) Thompson of Cincinnati, OH, Linda (Robert) Stinner of West Mifflin and Susan (Rick) Catalogna of West Mifflin; seven grandchildren, Ryan Strauser, Erik Strauser, Lauren Thompson, Sarah Thompson, Jessica Stinner, Robert Stinner and Katrina Catalogna; great- granddaughter, Haleigh Strauser; sister, June Fox of West Mifflin; nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, James was predeceased by a sister, Ruth Edwards. Friends will be received in the A.J. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 555 Fifth Street, Clairton, PA 15025, (412-233-5700) on Friday, January 29, 2016, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, January 30, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Rev. William Strauch, officiating. Burial, with military honors, will follow in Lebanon Church Cemetery, West Mifflin. Offer condolences at: bekavacfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JAMPETRO SAMUEL R., JR. ON WED...

January 27, 2016, 1:00 pm
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JAMPETRO SAMUEL R., Jr. On Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at the age of 87. Sammy Jampetro, Jr., surrounded by his family went home to our Lord. Sammy was preceded in death by his infant son, and his mother and father, Samuel and Anna Jampetro. Husband of Loretta (Leo) Jampetro; beloved father of Rev. Samuel (Jackie) Jampetro IV and Selena Bonomo; brother of Nancy Turner, Sandy Searfoss, Louis Jampetro, John Jampetro and Ken Nestico; grandfather of Alyson Frantte, Dario Jampetro and Eliana Bonomo; great-grandfather of Josiah and Abram. Sammy loved his family and friends, especially close friends, Roland “Cuss” Cassanta, Bill Span and Walter Cooper. Sammy graduated from W&J in 1950. We love and miss him dearly. See you later, alligator, Poppy! Friends are welcome to attend a Memorial Mass at St. Joseph Church, Coraopolis on Friday, January 29, 2016, at 9:30 a.m. Arrangements by SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, Coraopolis, 412-264-3050. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROURMAN JACQUES “JACK” AGE 84...

January 27, 2016, 1:00 pm
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BROURMAN JACQUES “JACK” Age 84, of Pittsburgh, passed on Monday, January 25, 2016. Beloved father of Ronn, Paul (Katie) and Jeff (Brooke); grandfather of Jamie, Zoe, Brynn, Miles and Emily; son of the late Rose and Maier Brourman. Survived by brother, Harold (Phyllis) Brourman; sister-in-law, Judy Brourman; brother-in-law, David Dinkin; and beloved girlfriend, Molla Zimmerman. Predeceased by former wife of 29 years, Audrey Brourman; siblings, Sam (Leah) Brourman, Phillip (Elsie) Brourman, Della Fisher (Charlie), Sadie (Edwin) Blum, Saul (Helen Ruth) Brourman, LeeAnn Wolfson (Sam), Ida Freidman (Si), Irving (Bernice) Brourman and Betty Dinkin. Jacques attended college and played quarterback at Carnegie Tech (Carnegie Mellon) University. He continued postgraduate studies of music at The Juilliard School in New York City. He became an accomplished symphony conductor and through his career directed the Boise Philharmonic, the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra and the New Orleans Philharmonic. He was also the founder and conductor of the Sun Valley Music Camp in Sun Valley, Idaho and the Bedford Springs Music Festival in Bedford, Pennsylvania. An artist with the baton, Jacques gave the extraordinary gift of music to so many. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Friday, January 29, 2016, at 11 a.m. Visitation one hour prior to services, 10-11 a.m. Interment Homewood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, (www.giving.mskcc.org), P.O. Box 5028, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5028. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZOZOS PERSEPHONE AGE 83, OF SH...

January 27, 2016, 1:00 pm
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ZOZOS PERSEPHONE Age 83, of Shaler Twp., on Jan. 26, 2016. Wife of George L.; mother of Louis G. (Julie) Zozos, George T. (Jean) Zozos, Thespina Palka (Lou), and Nick (Jeanine) Zozos; daughter of the late George and Martha Sfakianos; sister of Helen Sfakianos; grandmother of Alexandria, Daniel, Timmy, Elaina, Jessie, Carissa, Kayle, Shane, and Tyler. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Trisagion Service Friday 7 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday 10:00 a.m. at St. George Chapel in Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cemetery, Ringeisen Rd., Allison Park, PA 15101. Please visit us at www.neelyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BACHNER ANNA M. (STEFANEK) AGE...

January 27, 2016, 1:00 pm
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BACHNER ANNA M. (STEFANEK) Age 96, of Crafton Heights, on Tuesday, January 26, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Louis F. Bachner; loving mother of Kathy (Ford) Fuller, Donna (John) Celender, Louis J. and Jeff (Jennifer) Bachner; five grandchildren; three great- grandchildren; sister of Albert (Helen) Stefanek and the late Joseph and Peter Stefanek. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday only at ANTHONY G. STAAB FUNERAL HOME, INC. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. in Guardian Angels Parish. Interment in St. Martin Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Guardian Angels Parish, 1030 Logue St., Pgh., PA 15220. Visit us at: www.staabfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARB CRAIG II AGE 39, OF GLENS...

January 27, 2016, 1:00 pm
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BARB CRAIG II Age 39, of Glenshaw, on Monday, Jan. 25, 2016. Beloved husband of Rachel; loving father of the late Noah Riley Barb; devoted son of Craig W. and the late Sharon Barb. Craig was the manager of the CVS Store in Ellwood City. Visitation at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., 930 Center Ave., Blawnox, FRIDAY 2-4 and 6 p.m. until time of Service at 7:30 p.m. Family and friends will gather in the Holy Savior Cemetery, 4629 Bakerstown Rd., Gibsonia, PA 15044 for a graveside service Saturday at 11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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