BUTSKO FRANCES J. Age 87, of West Mifflin, on March 11, 2016. She was a daughter of the late John G. and Elizabeth (Cimbala) Butsko, Sr. She was a retired buyer from G.C. Murphy Company in McKeesport. She was the aunt of Judy Miele of Swissvale, Donna Macura of Swissvale, Richard Dichiera of Lower Burrell, Patricia Vickers of Munhall, Mary Jane Cole of Swisshelm Park, Lawrence Dichiera of Swisshelm Park; also survived by great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great- nieces and great-great- nephews; sister of the late Helen Butsko, Elizabeth Dichiera and John G. Butsko, Jr. Visitation on Monday, 2-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300. Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin at 9:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FODOR JUANITA (SINDEL) ON FRID...
FODOR JUANITA (SINDEL) On Friday, March 11, 2016, of Bethel Park, formerly of Pittsburgh. She is survived by her devoted husband, George Fodor, of 53 years; her daughters, Martha Wiegand and Carolyn Daniel (John); and grandchildren, Georgia Daniel, Trevor Daniel, Gemma Wiegand and Royce Wiegand. Juanita graduated from Westminster College and received her Master of Fine Arts from Carnegie Mellon. A music teacher in the Pittsburgh public schools for 17 years, Juanita was also a former member of the Pittsburgh Opera Chorus and the Mendelssohn Choir and a two-time president of the Brookside Women's Club. Friends and family are welcome Thursday, March 17, 2016, 7-9 p.m. at FREYVOGEL - SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, (412-835-1860), 112 Fort Couch Rd. in Bethel Park (opposite Macy's South Hills Village). Memorial service Friday, March 18, 2016, 10 a.m. at Westminster Church, Upper St. Clair (burial private). PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Family Hospice & Palliative Care, 50 Moffett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15243 or Pittsburgh Opera, 2425 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FREED WILLIAM J., JR. AGE 74, ...
FREED WILLIAM J., Jr. Age 74, of Pittsburgh, died Monday, March 7, 2016, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born June 13, 1941, in Salineville, Ohio, he was the son of the late William J. Freed, Sr. and Wandah Elizabeth Finney Hall. William was a retired Foreman for B&W, and worked facility maintenance for BRM. He is survived by one sister, Sonya Carey Burson; three sons, Rob, Jeff (Darla), and Jamie (Jami) Freed; one daughter, Elizabeth Freed; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two ex-wives, Mary Ann Wissinger and Tina Marie Freed- Bonincontro; and Dennis C. Jury, a dear friend and like a son; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends will be received Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the GABAUER - LUTTON FUNERAL HOME, 117 Blackhawk Rd., Beaver Falls, PA 15010 www.gabauerluttonfuneral home.com. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 12:00 noon at the funeral home with Rev. Lee Bittner and Pastor Robert Upton, officiating. Interment will follow in Clinton Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ENDRES H. VIRGINIA GINNY AGE...
ENDRES H. VIRGINIA GINNY Age 84, passed away on March 6, 2016, at The Oaks at Westminster Woods, Huntingdon, PA. Left behind to cherish her memory are her husband, Harry J. Hub Endres and her three children, Connie Devlin and her husband, Mark Devlin, Mark Endres and Barbara Endres. Ginny is also cherished by her grandchildren, Courtney Devlin, Patrick Devlin and Kelly Devlin. Helen Virginia Keller was born in Pittsburgh, PA on July 7, 1931, to the late Alonzo (Ace) Keller and Ada Bailey Keller. She grew up in Aliquippa, PA and graduated from Hopewell High School. After a year at Robert Morris Business School, Ginny began work as a secretary at Jones & Laughlin Steel headquarters. Several years later, she moved to another secretarial job at Westinghouse Electric headquarters in downtown Pittsburgh, where she met her future husband. Following their marriage in 1957, Ginny and Hub raised their family in the South Hills, living for nine years in Scott Township, then for 26 more in Upper St. Clair. Retirement saw the two longtime Nittany Lions fans move to a new home in State College, where they resided for 22 years. Ginny's dad was born in nearby Pine Grove Mills, where she enjoyed many visits with her grandparents. The family boasts four generations of Penn State grads, A.C. Keller, Hub Endres, Connie Devlin and Courtney Devlin. Ginny took particular delight in spending time with her grandchildren, whether it was a simple card game or a trip to the Jersey Shore. In addition to Penn State, she was a fan of the Pirates, Steelers and Penguins. Both Mark and Barbara are developmentally disabled and live at Allegheny Valley School, near Pittsburgh. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Virginia's name be made to Allegheny Valley School, 1996 Ewings Mill Road, Coraopolis, PA 15108. Friends will be received from 11:30 a.m. until noon Friday, March 18, 2016, at MARK D. HEINTZELMAN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICE, 1034 Benner Pike, State College. The memorial service will follow immediately at noon at the funeral home. Entombment will be in the garden mausoleum in Centre County Memorial Park, 1032 Benner Pike, State College, PA An online guestbook may be signed or condolences sent to the family at www.heintzelmanfuneral home.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMOLIN RICHARD M. MICKEY AGE...
SMOLIN RICHARD M. MICKEY Age 89, of Brighton Hts., formerly of Greenfield, on Friday, March 11, 2016. Beloved husband for 56 years of Betty (Kress) Smolin; loving and proud father to his five daughters and sons-in-law, Michele Smolin, Lynne (Harry) Yurchak, Suzanne Smolin, Elizabeth (Todd Argust) Smolin and Nicole (Bill) Olivani; and Pap to his 13 grandchildren, Elizabeth, Nicholas, Zachary and Mary Katherine Yurchak, Cole Southworth, Madeleine Argust, Xavier Smolin, Charlie Argust, Claire Argust, Grace Olivani, Victoria Argust, Lydia Olivani and Sam Olivani; son of the late Mary (Kundra) and John Smolin; brother of the late Jayne (Tom) Mudry; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mickey was active and involved throughout his life with St. Cyril's Athletic Assn. Top 200 Club, Parish Council and was an usher for many years. He golfed every Sunday with the Lockhart Golf League and was a volunteer with Meals on Wheels for over 15 years. He loved to cook for his family - soups, pasta sauces and pancakes were his specialty, and he could fix virtually everything! He was a wonderful partner, an excellent father, a good neighbor and a great friend. He will be sorely missed by those who loved him. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sun. and Mon. at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave. at Davis Ave. A Funeral Mass will be held in St. Cyril of Alexandria Church Tues. at 9:30 a.m. Donations may be made to West View Meals on Wheels, 100 Bellevue Ave., West View, PA 15229. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KINNE EDWIN A. ON MARCH 11, 20...
KINNE EDWIN A. On March 11, 2016, Edwin A. Kinne, 93, of Ross Township, passed away. Beloved husband of 43 years to the late June C. Kinne. Survived by his two loving daughters, Megan K. (Pat) Carey of Ross Township, and Kara L. Kinne of Bellevue; sister-in-law, Jane Kinne of Syracuse, NY; proud "pop- pop" of Jack and Ryan Carey. Friends received Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Highway. Funeral service will be held Tuesday 11 a.m. at Hiland Presbyterian Church. Edwin was a graduate of Cornell University, retired from US Steel and the Society of Engineers (SAE). He will be remembered for his love of golf, tennis, gardening, fine wine and most importantly his friends and family. Contributions may be made to Hiland Presbyterian Church, 845 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh, PA 15229. www.simonsfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THIBODEAU LIONEL F. "LEE" AGE ...
THIBODEAU LIONEL F. "LEE" Age 65, unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, of Findlay Township and Brentwood, formerly of Pittsfield, MA. Father of Jale (Joseph) Smith of SC; proud grandfather of Tyler and Logan Smith; brother of Dolores Bartley, Joe Thibodeau and the late Diane Bassett; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and co-workers at Nook and Cranny Cleaning Company. In Lee's memory, family suggests contributions to Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Veterans Cable Services Inc., 3591 Ridgeway Drive, Bethel Park, PA 15102 or www.medicalservicedogs.org. Visitation and Funeral Service will be private. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TRANOVICH MATTHEW A. AGE 27, P...
TRANOVICH MATTHEW A. Age 27, passed away unexpectedly, at home on Saturday, March 5, 2016, of Bethel Park. Beloved son of Michael and Donna; cherished brother of Dr. Mike and Dr. Meaghan Tranovich; also survived by his grandmother, Frances Salsburey; special aunt Irene, Katona; and dozens of loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Matt graduated with high honors from Seton-La Salle High School, graduated from Penn State University with a B.S. in science and proudly attended Pitt Law School for one year. He loved the outdoors he was an excellent downhill skier, a natural fisherman and he was fascinated with astronomy. He loved playing sports and watching Penn State football, Steelers football and March Madness. He loved shoes, watches and movies. Music became his solace. He was known for his charm, intelligence, wit, attention to detail and love of children. He will be sadly missed. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Germaine Church. Condolences may be sent to JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 4201 Brownsville Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15227. If desired, contributions may be sent to Seton-La Salle Catholic High School, 1000 McNeilly Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15234 or Auberle, 1101 Hartman St., McKeesport, PA 15132. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTIN JEAN M. TO MY JEAN THRE...
MARTIN
JEAN M.
To My Jean
Three years ago I held you tight, I kissed you sweetly
and said good night.
While we slept the angels came, they whispered softly and called your name.
Three years ago, I woke alone to an empty bed and a
lonely home.
When God took you my darling wife, he took my heart, because you are my life.
Happy Birthday Hon, I love and miss you more each day.
Your loving husband, Joe
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PERIN
ANGELINA VESCI
11/8/1924 ~ 3/13/2011
In loving memory of my sister, Angelina. Love you and miss you. Wish you were here.
Love, Catherine
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CHUBAROV JOSEPH M. Unexpectedly, at his home, on Tuesday, March 8, 2016, Joseph M., age 68, of Westwood. Beloved brother of Janet and the late Francis Chubarov; dear uncle of Pamela, Stefanie, Timothy, Nicole and Michelle; cousin of Judy Krisovenski, Shelia, David and John Hays, June Bortle, Richard Dennis, Tim and Andy Chubarov, Barbara Rosenbaum and Tom and Mike Rozzi; and dear friend of Karl F. Smith and his family. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER - STOVER, INC., FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Avenue, Crafton on Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where a Blessing Service will be Tuesday at 9:45 a.m. Joe was a US Navy veteran and a retired employee of the US Postal Service. Interment with military honors will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. If desired, contributions may be made directly to his family. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REA HENRY E., JR. AGE 88, DIED...
REA HENRY E., Jr. Age 88, died peacefully in Naples, FL on March 10, 2016. A lifelong resident of Mt. Lebanon, he retired to Bonita Springs, FL in 2013. He was a graduate of Mt. Lebanon High School and served in the Army in the closing years of World War II. He graduated from Pennsylvania State University in 1949 and the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1952. He practiced law for more than 60 years, most recently with the firm of Brandt Milnes & Rea of Pittsburgh. He served as a delegate to the Pennsylvania Constitutional Convention in 1967-68, was a founding member of the Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County and a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association, was solicitor of Pleasant Hills Borough for more than 38 years, and helped found the West Penn Multi-List in 1979. He was a former member of Valley Brook Country Club. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Mauser Rea; daughters, Constance E. Rea of Washington, DC (Gerard Gallucci), Margaret Rea Heinz of Albuquerque, NM (Leonard Heinz), and Anne E. Rea of Chicago, IL (Kenneth Bigg), and son, Henry E. Rea III of Atlanta, GA (Lisa Rea); grandchildren, Julia Rea Heinz, David Rea Heinz, and Andrew Rea Gallucci; great-granddaughter, Maggie Heinz Allen; and brother, Richard H. Rea (Mary Rea). Per his wishes, services were private. Memorial contributions may be made to Avow Hospice of Naples, FL, 1095 Whippoorwill Lane, Naples, FL 34105, The Conservancy of Southwest Florida, 1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples, FL 34102, or a charity of your choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUSCH AGNES (SCHLERETH) OF VEN...
RUSCH AGNES (SCHLERETH) Of Venice, FL, passed away at home on Sunday, Mar. 6, 2016, at the age of 93. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA and worked as a Supervisor at a Telephone Company. She and her husband, Lawrence, retired to Venice in 1984. She enjoyed water aerobics and making quilts for a local church. Survivors include three children, Barbara Musher of Englewood, FL and husband, Norbert of Pittsburgh, PA, Eileen Rusch-George and husband, Greg George of Venice, FL and Timothy Rusch and wife, Christine of Niceville, FL; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, parents, sisters, Elizabeth and Marion; and brothers, Joseph and John. Funeral arrangements by TOALE BROTHERS FUNERAL HOMES EWING CHAPEL, Venice, Florida. There will be no service or viewing. Please consider donations to Tidewell Hospice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUSTON THOMAS E. AGE 83, OF ME...
HUSTON THOMAS E. Age 83, of Media, formerly of Broomall, passed away on March 9, 2016. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA, in 1932, to Catherine (Glauber) and David M. Huston. Thomas served honorably with the US Coast Guard and later worked as a litigation manager. He was the husband of the late Norma Jean (Minster) Huston; dear father of Thomas E. (Donna), Kevin D. (Mimi), James R. (Connie) and Joel M. (Karen); loving grandfather of Jason, Amanda, Justin, Jenna, Lauren, Kaela, Christa, Erin, Corinne, Riley and Oliver; great- grandfather of Daniella; and the brother of Peggy (Cliff) Elms and Jerry (Lois Ann) Huston. Friends will be received on Monday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw where a funeral service will be held at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Marple Public Library, 2599 Sproul Rd., Broomall, PA 19008 or to www.salvationarmyusa.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZEVOLA RONALD A. AGE 74, ON WE...
ZEVOLA RONALD A. Age 74, on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, of Baldwin Borough. Loving husband of 49 years to Joyce (Allen); devoted father of Lisa (Fred) Bardo, Lori (Daniel) Pavlik and Eugenia (Andrew) Winter; proud and loving grandfather of Ronald (Jessica), Robert, Gemma Bardo, Katharine, Anna Pavlik and Sarah and John Winter; brother of Elsie Zevola, Anthony (Adeline), Robert (Judy), Robin (Larry) Pollins, George (JoAnn) Shaner and the late Edward (Estelle) Zevola; also survived by his beloved numerous nieces and nephews. Life member of Baldwin Fire Company, veteran of the US Army, and member of American Legion Post 935 Honor Guard. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227 on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Albert the Great Church at 10:30 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to the Salvation Army, 424 Third Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUSH JUNE DAVIES PEARL JUNE DA...
RUSH JUNE DAVIES Pearl June Davies Rush Junie, of Green Tree, passed away peacefully at home on March 9, 2016, at the age of 90. Joyfully married for 68 years to Robert E. Rush, beloved by him and daughters, Janet Rush Popoli (Skip), Jill Rush, Jean Addleman; and grandchildren, David, Lauren (Kyle), Alan (Erin), Rob (Joey), Carolyn, Billy, Eddie and Emily; and great-grandson, Soren. Loved by brothers, Bob (Pat) and Tom (Lynn) Davies; brother-in-law, Sam Dillon (late Nancy); sister-in-law, Mary Rush (late Jack); and many nieces and nephews. Member of Wallace Memorial Church of Green Tree since 1951, active as elder, teacher and Christian Education Committee member. 17 year volunteer at Sojourner House, an East Liberty based residential rehabilitation facility for women and children at risk, and Bethlehem House, a haven for homeless women. Received the Pearl of Hope award in 2010 for volunteer work at Sojourner House. Also 1998 "Volunteer of the Year" at Sojourner house. June made lifelong friendships with women and men of all ages, continuing a rich and rewarding social life beyond her 90th birthday. Graduated from South Hills High School in 1944 and received a BA in English and History from Pennsylvania College for Women (now Chatham) in 1947. Began her career teaching English for Green Tree Borough 1947-1950. After her children were grown she returned to teaching English at Jay Neff Middle School in the Keystone Oaks School District. Memorable students were former congressman and presidential candidate Ron Paul, and actor Zachary Quinto (Spock in the Star Trek reboot). After retirement, volunteered for the Allegheny County Literacy Program and as coach for the Keystone Oaks Forensic Club. In 1991 nominated as National Association of Partners in Education (NAPE) Outstanding National School Volunteer based upon her role as debate coach and for developing and implementing a program in speech and forensics at Jay Neff Middle School. The extended Davies-Rush family bonded during more than 50 yearly vacations on the Allegheny River in Tidioute, PA and in Cacapon State Park in West Virginia. Friends and family will be received Saturday, April 2, 2016, beginning at 10 a.m. in the lounge of Wallace Memorial Church, 1146 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. A service celebrating her life will follow at 11 a.m. Contributions may be made in June's name to Wallace Memorial Church. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TAYLOR STEVEN A. PEACEFULLY, I...
TAYLOR STEVEN A. Peacefully, in his sleep on Thursday, March 10, 2016, beloved son of the late Helen M. and John L. Taylor; brother of Mary Lou Stillwagon (John) and Georgia Killcrece (Tom) and the late Helen Rose Smith and John L. Taylor, Jr.; also survived by nieces and nephews and predeceased by one nephew. Steve retired after more than 30 years of service from the city of Pittsburgh. There will be no visitation, funeral and interment will be private. Remembrances may be made to the Western PA Division of the Salvation Army, wpa.salvationarmy.org. Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HENDRICKSON KEVIN A. AGE 52, U...
HENDRICKSON KEVIN A. Age 52, unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2016. Born in Erie, PA, Kevin grew up in Ringwood and attended the University of Pittsburgh before moving to Sussex County. He was a self-employed carpenter who loved spending time with his family and grandkids. Kevin's passions included fishing, camping and golfing. He took great pride in beating his brothers and father regularly on the links, especially with his iron play. Not only was he an excellent student, he was also a National Honor Society Inductee and received an academic scholarship to Pitt. Some of Kevin's fondest memories involved fishing at Cupsaw Lake and the Ramapo River, camping at Round Valley with his wife and contributing defensively to the Lakeland Lancer football team that came up one win short of a perfect season and almost won the NJ state title in 1981. He was a true outdoorsman and a consummate family man; he will be deeply missed by all who knew his genuine and caring heart. He was predeceased by his mother, Sadie (Megat) Hendrickson. Kevin is survived by his beloved wife, Kristine and her children, Taylor Kapetanakis of Wantage, Cody Kapetanakis of Vernon, and Dayna Alfaro and her children, Liam and Liliana of Hamburg; his father, William Hendrickson of Jacksonville, Florida; his brothers, Will Hendrickson of Highland Lakes, Greg Hendrickson of Upper Saddle River, and Eric Hendrickson of Orlando, Florida; and his sister, Julie Pufko and her children, John Pufko, Joseph Pufko, Brenna Pufko and her daughter, Collette of Phoenixville, PA. Memorial services will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 14, 2016, at the PINKEL FUNERAL HOME, 31 Bank Street (Route 23), Sussex, NJ. Friends may pay their respects to the family from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday prior to the service at the funeral home. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.pinkelfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HODGSON GEORGE WILLIAM George William Hodgson went to the Lord after a long and hearty life of 92 years. George was preceded in death by his wife Catherine Kay Bradley. He is survived by his daughters, Diane Bittner (Ed) and Ruth Stuebgen (George); his sons, Bradley (Elaine) and William; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. One of his favorite activities was square dancing which he continued after moving to Newport News, Virginia in 2006. While dancing he developed a wonderful relationship with Veronica Payne of Williamsburg and they remained close friends from that time on. Services will be private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BERRY ETHEL M. PEACEFULLY ON M...
BERRY ETHEL M. Peacefully on March 10, 2016. Visitation Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. at the COSTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., East Liberty. Funeral service on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at The Christ Missionary Baptist Church, 344 Hale St., Homewood. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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