SMITH CHARLES E. Age 57, of Clairton, Pennsylvania, died March 17, 2016, in Mt. Lebanon. Born August 24, 1958, in McKeesport, son of the late Edward Giles Smith and LaVerne Jones Smith. Was a self-employed painter and known by family and friends as "Bookworm." Surviving are siblings, Valarie Smith, Robert Smith and Kenneth Smith all of Clairton, Bonnie Smith and Tony Smith both of Charlotte, NC, Michael Smith and Vernon Smith both of Pittsburgh; aunt with whom he resided, Janet Brisco; and other relatives. Friends will be received Monday, March 21, 2016, from 4-8 p.m. at the ROBERT A. WATERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 449 Mitchell Ave., Clairton, where funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 22, 2016, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, McKeesport, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH CHARLES E. AGE 57, OF CL...
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CIACCIA ELSIE M. (ARMSTRONG) A...
CIACCIA ELSIE M. (ARMSTRONG) Age 90, formerly of Penn Hills, died peacefully Thursday, March 17, 2016, in West Penn Hospice, Pittsburgh, with her devoted family by her side. She was born March 4, 1926, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Charles and Elsie (Wahler) Armstrong. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters; two brothers; and a stepson. Elsie was a loving mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, great-great- grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her daughter, Carol (Marino) Smathers; son, Gary P. Marino; and daughter, Deborah (Gilkey) Proviano; brother, Charles (Alice) Armstrong; stepchildren, Roberta (Gilkey) Kelly and Gary Leon Gilkey; and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Elsie will be especially missed by her seven grandchildren; eight great- grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the VAIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 463 Athena Drive, Delmont, (724) 468-1177. Funeral services for Elsie will be conducted at 10 a.m. Monday in the funeral home with Pastor Jeff Bingman of New Beginnings Baptist Church, Forbes Road, officiating. Committal services and interment will follow in Plum Creek Cemetery, 670 Center New Texas Road, Pittsburgh (Plum). Elsie's family would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff and caregivers of West Penn Hospice for the loving care she received during her stay with them. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Elsie's memory may be made to Office of Fund Development, Allegheny Health Network, 4818 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Please write Elsie Ciaccia on check memo line. To send online expressions of sympathy, obtain grief support information or directions, please visit www.VaiaFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALLMAN CARA M. CARA, 66, OF BE...
ALLMAN CARA M. Cara, 66, of Beaver Falls, passed away with her husband by her side on Friday, March 18, 2016, at Good Samaritan Hospice of Heritage Valley, Beaver. She was born October 2, 1949, in Marion, Ohio, a daughter of the late Dick Williams and Jackie Turner Sharp, and her late stepfather, Charles Sharp. After years of self employment in Fort Wayne, IN she recently retired and moved to Pittsburgh. Surviving are her husband of 42 years, Robert Allman; sisters, Deana (John) Slater and Janelle Clark, both of FL. She is also survived by a number of nieces of nephews. Friends will be received Monday 4-8 p.m. at the THOMAS-LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 5000 Noblestown Road, Oakdale (724-693-2800). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Patrick R.C. Church, 7322 Noblestown Road, Oakdale. Interment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Coraopolis. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice or the Make A Wish Foundation. Please sign the book at: www.thomas-littlefuneral service.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAZEEM SUZANNE G. SUZY SUDDE...
HAZEEM SUZANNE G. SUZY Suddenly on March 15, 2016, age 58, of Pittsburgh. Daughter of the late Albert Hazeem, Jr. and Grace (Moore) Ziros; sister of Kathryn H. Lehman; and niece of Carol and Bill Saba; and stepmother of Kathleen Hazeem. Also survived by numerous cousins. Visitation will be on Monday in the St. George Orthodox Cathedral, 3400 Dawson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15213 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Good Shepherd Cemetery, Monroeville, PA. Arrangements in the care of ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, Wilmerding, PA 412-824- 4332. Please visit www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SHARP ARLIE FAY AGE 92, OF W...
SHARP ARLIE FAY Age 92, of Waynesburg, formerly of Bridgeville, on March 17, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Mabel R. Sharp; loving father of Jeff (Kathi) Sharp and Ken (Janet) Sharp; uncle of Linda Hoppe and Kathy McCarthy; also 11 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. Deceased are a brother, Harry (Doris) Sharp; and a granddaughter, Amy Holeva. Mr. Sharp was a lifetime member and former chief of the Bridgeville V.F.D. He served as Past Master of St. John's Lodge No. 221, F&AM and was a 70 year member of Local 66, International Union of Operating Engineers. He also served as treasurer for Fordyce United Methodist Church and of the Harry Enstrom Branch of the Izaak Walton League of America. The Sharp family would like to thank all the dear friends and neighbors who allowed him to live and die as he wished. Friends received Saturday, 7-9 p.m. and Sunday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., in the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333), where a service will be held Monday, 10 a.m. Memorials to Fordyce United Methodist Church or Harry Enstrom Branch of the Izaak Walton League of America. View and add condolences at: warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARLETT JANET ARLENE (DEZOMBA)...
MARLETT JANET ARLENE (DeZOMBA) Age 81, of Bridgeville, on March 17, 2016. Beloved wife of Earl J. Bud Marlett for 62 years; loving mother of Nancy (David) Marlett-Hodges and David (Lorraine Sphar) Marlett; sister of Roseanne (Raymond James) Armstrong and the late Carolynne Marie (Jim) Irwin and the late Andrew DeZomba; cherished grandmother of Jeremiah, Marika, Kira, Andrew, Tristan, Melanie and Alexis; and great-grandmother of Brendon, Timothy and Ireland; also survived by nieces and nephews. Janet recently retired, after 40 years of dedicated service, as the secretary at Bethany Presbyterian Church, where she was a Deacon and a member of various organizations. Family and friends received Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412.221.3333). Everyone is invited to gather on Tuesday from 12:30-1:00 p.m. at Bethany Presbyterian Church, services will begin at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Bridgeville Area Food Bank. View and share condolences at warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHULTZ DOROTHY A. AGE 91, OF ...
SCHULTZ DOROTHY A. Age 91, of Imperial, PA, on Thursday evening, March 17, 2016. Beloved daughter of the late Foldie and Agnes (Oravetz) Schultz; beloved mother of Robert (Sandra Brendle) Schultz; grandmother of Robert Schultz, Jr., C. Dooby Schultz and Joshua (Mandie) Schultz; cherished great- grandmother of seven; sister of the late Foldie, George, William, Martin Schultz, Martha Sis Rozman, Betty Petock and Margaret Jean Cacia. Family to receive friends at the HERRICK COMPASSIONATE FUNERAL SERVICE, PC, Edward M. Herrick supervisor/owner, 951 Cliff Mine Rd., N. Fayette Twp., Imperial, PA, 724-695-7332, Sunday 4-8 p.m. where a blessing service will take place Monday 11 a.m. followed by interment St. Columbkille Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCFARLAND WILLIAM BILL C. WI...
McFARLAND WILLIAM BILL C. William, 94, of Oakdale, North Fayette Twp., died Wednesday, March 16, 2016, in Broadmore Senior Living, Bridgeville. He was born July 17,1921, in Oakdale, a son of the late Archie and Mildred Cooper McFarland. Mr. McFarland was an artist and teacher at West Allegheny and Moon Twp. High Schools and was a member of Montours Presbyterian Church and the West Hills Art League. He enjoyed traveling in Europe, Mexico, Greece, South America and the Caribbean where he displayed his artwork. He wrote and published poetry and was a collector of art. Surviving are his nephews, Timothy (Lori) MacFarland of Oakdale, N. Fayette and Jerry (Sue) MacFarland of Moon Township; special cousin, Marilyn Cameron of Carnegie; and a number of great-nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Archie Buck MacFarland. Friends will be received Saturday 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the THOMAS - LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 305 Main Street, Imperial (724-695-2800) where funeral service will be held Monday at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Montours Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation or the West Hills Art League. Please sign the guestbook at: www.thomas-littlefuneral service.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KUZMANKO JOAN C. ON WEDNESDAY,...
KUZMANKO JOAN C. On Wednesday, March 16, 2016, Joan, age 84, of Lawrenceville. Wife of the late George Kuzmanko; loving mother of Georgiann, Phyllis, Dave (Danette) Kuzmanko; sister of Linda (William) Horne and the late Judith Besterman. Friends received at the JOHN F. MURRAY FUNERAL HOME, INC., Butler at 52nd St., Lawrenceville. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Raphael Church Monday 10 a.m. Visitation Saturday 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CARROLL MARY (MICAN) AGE 91, O...
CARROLL MARY (MICAN) Age 91, of Beechview, on Thursday, March 17, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Richard D., Sr. Dick; loving mother of Patti and Dan (Sandy) Carroll; grandmother of Emily and Matt Carroll; sister of the late John Mican. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sun. only at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave. at Davis Ave. A Funeral Service will be held in St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church Mon. at 10 a.m. Panachida 7:30 p.m. Sun. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, 2695 Woodland Ave., Pgh., PA 15212. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROZANSKI MARY L. (HOMA) FORMER...
ROZANSKI MARY L. (HOMA) Formerly of Monroeville, died on March 16, 2016, five months before her 100th birthday. She died at her oldest son Larry's home in Franklin Park, PA, where she had resided for the past nine years after the death of her husband, Stanley, of 62 years. Mary was born on August 4, 1916, in Bredinville, Butler Twp., and was the daughter of John and Catherine (Mucha) Homa. She and Stanley moved to Monroeville, PA in 1954 and were one of the original parishioners of St. Bernadette Roman Catholic Church. Surviving are two sons, Lawrence (Donna J.) of Franklin Park and Thomas (Donna M.) of Irwin. She is also survived by her sister, Helen Burka of Lyndora, PA; three grandchildren, Ryan, Justin and Matthew (Nicole); three great-grandchildren, Austin, Logan and Paige; as well as many nieces, nephews, great- nieces and great-nephews. Preceding her in death were her husband, Stanley; brothers, John and George; and sisters, Ann, Ruth, and Katherine and their spouses. Mary was devoted to her family. One of her greatest joys in life was babysitting for her grandson Ryan. She loved her flower garden especially her zinnias which were grown from seeds harvested yearly from her mother's garden to hers. She loved cutting grass in their large yard all the while singing Ukrainian folk songs. She enjoyed attending various harness racing tracks in PA and Ohio, with her husband, Stanley and sister, Ann and her husband, John Krenitsky, to watch her sister's horses run in the races. She especially loved standing in the winner's circle to get her picture taken with her sister's winning horse! Mary's other passion was baking homemade Paska bread, pierogies and other ethnic foods for the holidays. She will be dearly missed and always remembered by her family and all that had the good fortune to meet and care for her these last years of her life. Friends will be received from 2-6 p.m. on Sunday, March 20, 2016, at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 21, 2016, at St. Bernadette Church. Interment following in Goo d Shepherd Cemetery. The family asks that memorials be sent to St. Bernadette Parish, 245 Azalea Dr., Monroeville, PA 15146, in her and Stanley's name. For more information please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUTTON JAMES C. ON THURSDAY, M...
HUTTON JAMES C. On Thursday, March 17, 2016, age 66, of Carrick. Husband of the late Diane Lee (Jackson) Hutton; loving father of James, Jr. and the late Paul Hutton; beloved grandfather of Dylan, Paul and Alexis Hutton; loving brother of Robert, William, Michael, Daniel, Cathy and Denise Hutton and Beverly Kilchenstein and the late Marlene Scheidter; son of the late Robert and Catherine (Holzer) Hutton. Friends received Monday 2-9 p.m. at the JAMES J. BARRY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 608 East Warrington Ave. Funeral service Tuesday 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCAPPE JOSEPH, JR. OF CORAOPOL...
SCAPPE JOSEPH, Jr. Of Coraopolis, age 84, on Thursday, March 17, 2016. Son of the late Joseph and Mary Scappe; husband of the late Josephine; loving father of Ed Scappe and Maria Karlik (Jeff); beloved brother of Christy Scappe (late Joanne), Eugene Scappe (Judy) and the late Edward Gigi Scappe (surviving spouse, Rose); loving grandfather of Brigham, Cole, Natasha and Grant Karlik. Friends received SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1316 4th Ave., Coraopolis on Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Prayers in funeral home Monday at 9 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph Church 9:30 a.m. Interment following in Resurrection Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RIZZA RICHARD BERNARD AGE 66, ...
RIZZA RICHARD BERNARD Age 66, formerly of Uptown, passed peacefully into the Kingdom of Heaven, Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at the home of his loving sister and brother-in-law, Geri (Geraldine) and James Nobile, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born July 3, 1949, to Ann and the late James Rizza, "Ricky" was a 1968 graduate of Connelley Vocational-Technical High School where he became a Licensed Journeyman Plumber and ultimately a Licensed Master Plumber. It was a skilled trade he practiced for 50 years with great competence, dedication and a deep sense of fairness to his many clients who became his friends in the process. He was the Principal of R. Rizza Plumbing. In addition to his love for his chosen trade and his clients, Ricky had an equal passion for golf, his daily hikes and God. He approached his battle with cancer in the same way he led his life in general, with quiet ferocity, determination and heartfelt thanks for those involved with his journey. The Rizza family would like to extend a special thanks to those care providers at the CancerCenters at Magee-Womens Hosptial and Mercy Hospital for their compassion and concern. In addition to his mother, Ann, Ricky is survived by his loving siblings, Joanne (Chris Williams), James, Geraldine (James Nobile), Rosemary Tomassi, Bernard (Anna), Paul (Susan) and Robert; as well as many loving nieces, nephews and extended family members. A private service will be held for immediate family members. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WRIGHT BROOKS AGE 73, PASSED A...
WRIGHT BROOKS Age 73, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. He was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and a policeman for 30 years, retiring as superintendent of police of Edgewood Borough, Edgewood, Pennsylvania. A native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he retired to Andover, Ohio in 2002 and then to Sun City Center, Florida in 2013. He is survived by his wife, Mary Louise; son, Christopher and daughter-in-law, Kimberly; daughter, Jennifer and son-in-law, Larry; and three grandchildren, Sarah, Rachel and Zachery. He is also survived by two sisters, Claudia of New York and JoAnn of Michigan; and one brother, James of Michigan. Funeral services were held on March 8, 2016, in Sun City Center, Florida at Prince of Peace Catholic Church. Interment took place in the National Cemetery in Sarasota, Florida. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH ELIZABETH M. BETH SHE ...
SMITH ELIZABETH M. BETH She was a resident of Southwestern Health Center, and passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, to return to the arms of her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. She was born in New York on February 5, 1956, the daughter of the late Robert E. and Elizabeth M. (Eifler) Smith. Beth was preceded in death by her sister, Joan M. Patterson. She is survived by her sister, Diane M. Fleet; brothers-in-law, Thomas S. Fleet and David K. Patterson; nephew and nieces, Robert K. (Mel) Patterson, Renee M. (Jeff) McGrath, and Kristen R. Fleet; great-niece and nephews, Kaylee, Lucca, and Giulio; also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Beth was a very spiritual individual with a deep religious life. She was an avid bingo player, enjoyed music, especially that of Michael Jackson, and loved visits, cards, and phone calls from her family and friends. Visitation will be held Saturday, March 19, 2016, and Sunday, March 20, 2016, from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, PA 15236. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, March 21, 2016, at 10 a.m. in St. Thomas A' Becket Church. Interment to follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Thomas A' Becket Building Fund, 139 Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025. www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STAKUS SANDRA L. SANDY OF WE...
STAKUS SANDRA L. SANDY Of West Mifflin, on March 16, 2016, age 64. Beloved wife of the late Gregory Stakus; daughter of Lois (Henning) and the late William P. Hydak; sister of Sharon (Joseph) Ripper and Carol (Jay) Pishinsky; aunt of Kira Ripper and Brian Ripper. At Sandy's request, there will not be a visitation. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Therese on Monday at 10:00 a.m. Those attending the funeral are asked to go directly to church. Arrangements entrusted to SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., Munhall. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FARRELL ETHEL L. (HENDERSON) 3...
FARRELL
ETHEL L. (HENDERSON)
3/31/1937 ~ 3/20/2013
A very Special Ethel:
It has been three long years, since you went to Heaven.
I miss you so much. It doesn't get any easier.
Regardless of what I do, You are always on my mind.
Your Loving Husband,
Bill
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FOX ROBERT R. 10/10/1943 - 3/1...
FOX
ROBERT R.
10/10/1943 - 3/19/2013
In Memory Of
Dear Husband, Dad and Grandad
Those whom we love go out of sight,
But never out of mind;
They are cherished in the hearts
Of those left behind.
Loving and kind in all his ways,
Upright and just in all his days.
Sincere and true in heart and mind,
Beautiful memories he left behind.
We'll love you always,
Judy, Bobby, Maria
Lleyton and Delaney
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NOLAN SUZANNE PASSED AWAY PEA...
NOLAN SUZANNE Passed away peacefully in Los Angeles March 11, 2016, surrounded by her loving daughters. She is survived by Jane Chaudron, Kristy Gould, Alexis Chaudron, Dan Williger, Patsy Talotta and Louis Talotta. Chic, elegant and always a lady, she will forever live in our hearts. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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