MASKO-SHORT CHRISTINE J. Age 44, of Carnegie, on Sunday, January 5, 2014. Mother of Noah Bonkowski and the late James Wilcox; daughter of Pat Masko; life partner of Robert Bonkowski; sister of Jeffrey Masko; niece of Joseph Czarnecki, Jr.; also survived by her many loving friends. Friends are invited to call from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday at the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Avenue, Carnegie, where a Blessing Service will be held at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to the Chris Masko-Short Memorial Fund for Noah Bonkowski c/o Citizens Bank, West Mall Plaza, Carnegie, PA 15106. www.leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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KINTNER GALLAGHER ANNE OF OAKM...
KINTNER GALLAGHER ANNE Of Oakmont, on Sunday, January 5, 2014, age 78. Beloved wife of the late Lester E. Gallagher, Jr.; mother of Shawn Butler (James Nelson), Lauren Kintner (Richard Veith), Samuel Kintner III (Catherine), and Ted Kintner (Jennifer); cherished grandmother of Lauren, Alex and Sam Butler, Andrew Kintner, Carolyn and Julie Veith, Claire and Sarah Kintner, Anna and Emily Kintner; sister of Mary Lou Nossek of Phoenix and William Wenzel of Colorado Springs; also survived by Katherine Alberter, Joan Young, Lester Gallagher III, Tony Gallagher, Mimi Sherman, and Nancy McCarthy. Anne delighted in the company of her family and friends. She was happiest when laughing at the antics of her children and grandchildren. Beautiful and artistic, Anne loved Pittsburgh and all of its cultural offerings. In recent years, she enjoyed winters on the warm, sandy beaches of Naples, Florida. Anne will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Friends received at McCABE BROS, INC. FUNERAL HOME, www.mccabebrothers.com, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside, on Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Church on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Everyone please gather at the church. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to The Children's Home of Pittsburgh, committed to promoting the health and well-being of infants and children. Please visit www.childrenshomepgh.org. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BAKER EDWIN EDDY ON MONDAY, ...
BAKER EDWIN EDDY On Monday, January 6, 2014. Beloved husband of Marylyn (Mickey) Maysels Baker; loving father of Bruce Baker of Sacramento, CA, Eric (Tammy) Baker of Harrison City, PA, and Hope (Tom) Shadle of Scenery Hill, PA; brother of Chari (Milton) Kronick of Uniontown, PA; proud grandfather of six grandchildren; also survived by nieces and nephews. Eddy was an Army veteran of WWII and a proud member of General Patton's 3rd Army. He was also a proud father and grandfather. Eddy's family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to the wonderful, caring staff of the Southwest Veterans Center. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Center Avenue, Shadyside, on Thursday at 11 a.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (10 - 11 a.m.). Interment Homewood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Southwest Veterans Center, 7060 Highland Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, In Memory of Eddy Baker. www.schugar.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BLACK AGNES MARY 86, OF LYNDO...
BLACK AGNES MARY 86, of Lyndora, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2014, at VNA Inpatient Hospice in Butler. She was born September 8, 1927 in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Moran. Agnes was of Catholic faith and had attended St. Paul's Catholic Church. She enjoyed reading, exercising and walking. She was a very lovable person who got along with anyone. Surviving are two daughters, Mareena J. Krauchuk of Lyndora and Agnes Zarnick of Blairsville; two sons, Gary R. Black of Butler and Ralph M. Black of Butler; several grandchildren and great- grandchildren; her twin brother, Raymond Moran of Pittsburgh; and several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Black; and her brothers, sisters, and stepbrothers and sisters. A Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at 3 p.m. at YOUNG FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 127 W. Jefferson St., Butler. For more information, go to: www.youngfuneralhomes.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HALUSCHAK MICHAEL MICKEY 74,...
HALUSCHAK MICHAEL MICKEY 74, of Charleroi, passed away Monday, January 6, 2014, in the Donnell House, Washington, PA. He was born November 13, 1939 in North Charleroi, the son of the late Harry and Mary Woytovich Haluschak. Mickey was a graduate of Charleroi High School in the class of 1959. He served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam era. He retired from US Airways as a aircraft mechanic. Mickey was a member of the Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Charleroi, Roscoe American Legion, Charleroi Belgium Club and the North Charleroi Slavic Citizen Club. He is survived by his daughter, Dawn Barwick of Phoenix, AZ; granddaughter, Haley Banks; two sisters, Dolly Leach of Monongahela, Mitzi Maksemetz of North Charleroi; his companion, Fran Arrigo Anderson of Charleroi; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Mickey was preceded in death by his son, Michael Haluschak; two daughters, Laura Banks and Crystal Haluschak; two sisters, Florence Sowden, Julia Cook; four brothers, Sam Haluschak, Ted Haluschak, John Haluschak, and Nick Haluschak. Friends will be be received Thursday 2 to 4 and 6 to 7:45 p.m. in the SCHROCK - HOGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 226 Fallowfield Ave., Charleroi, where a Funeral Service will be held at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Donnell House, 10 Leet St., Washington, PA 15301 in memory of Mickey Haluschak. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.schrock-hogan.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MCADAMS JAMES M. AGE 67, ON MO...
McADAMS JAMES M. Age 67, on Monday, January 6, 2014. Son of the late James Howard and Margaret Peggy (Hart) McAdams; father of Kimberly, Michael and Sean McAdams; grandfather of Morgan McAdams; cousin of Richard and Janet Madden. Jim served in the Navy during Vietnam. Committal Services will be held on THURSDAY in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at 2:30 p.m. Arrangements by WM. F. CONROY FUNERAL HOME, 2944 Chartiers Ave., Sheraden. www.wfconroyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GRAY LOIS A. AGE 82, OF THE ...
GRAY LOIS A. Age 82, of the city's Park Place neighborhood, on Saturday, January 4, 2014. Daughter of the late Joseph and Eleanor Gray; sister of the late Barbara Collins; dear aunt of Susan (husband Michael) Kozub and Jimmy Collins; beloved friend of Kelly Ryan-Nedley; also survived by many loving friends. Lois was a longtime employee of AAA Motor Club. She was a strong woman who overcame great obstacles from her cerebral palsy and will be missed by many. Honoring her request, Services will be private. Interment will be in Homewood Cemetery. Arrangements by MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BUGGS EDWARD EDDIE MAURICE V...
BUGGS EDWARD EDDIE MAURICE V Passed away at 13 years old, after a long illness. Eddie was a smart, talented, beautiful person inside and out. He is now our angel and has been reunited with his father, Edward M. Buggs IV, in Heaven. Eddie has touched many hearts and will be truly missed by his parents, Tiffany and Michael Knight; siblings, Michael and Nyla; grandparents, John and Devanie Sites; grandparents, Darlene Taylor and Edward Buggs III; grandparents, Cheryl Pierce and Ulysses Knight; and also a host of great-grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, North Hills family and Florida family. A Celebration of Eddie's Life will be held Friday 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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STELLAR EILEEN E. WOLFE ON MON...
STELLAR EILEEN E. WOLFE On Monday, January 6, 2014, age 84, of Seven Fields, formerly of South Hills, in the comfort of her home. Born in Rochester, PA on March 15, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Zadoc and Esther Callahan Wolfe. A homemaker, Mrs. Stellar was a member of St. Kilian Roman Catholic Church in Cranberry Twp. Surviving are her brother, John Wolfe and his wife, Susan of Valencia; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald R. Stellar, who died on March 13, 1992; her sister, Martha Donnelly; and by three brothers, William, Donald, and Richard Wolfe. Friends will be received at the McDONALD - AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Kilian Church, corner of Clark and Cherry Sts., Mars Boro, on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Directions and condolences are available at: www.mcdonald-aeberli.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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WHITESIDE JOSEPH J. AGE 72, OF...
WHITESIDE JOSEPH J. Age 72, of Pittsburgh, on Monday, January 6, 2014. Beloved husband for 47 years of Priscilla (Graham) Whiteside; loving father of Kevin J. (Gabriela) Whiteside, Beth A. (Craig) Pierson, and Jennifer S. Whiteside; cherished Grandpa Joe of Graham Pierson, Anna Pierson, and Derek Whiteside; loving brother of Virginia Kallet and the late Catherine Rusnic, Francis Whiteside, Rita Sehn, Jane Gurcak, Paul Whiteside, and Regis Whiteside; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Joe earned a Bachelors of Science degree at the University of Notre Dame in 1963, and he earned Master's degrees in both Electrical Engineering and Business Administration at the University of Pittsburgh. In 1963, he began his career at Westinghouse Electric Corporation as an electrical engineer. In 1966, he entered the banking industry with Mellon Bank. A long, successful career ultimately led him to PNC Corporation, where he retired in 2005 as a Vice Chairman. Joe served on the board of trustees at Seton Hill University and the board of directors at Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh. Family and friends welcome Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. Funeral Mass in S.S. Simon & Jude Church, Friday at 10 a.m. Memorials may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Ave., 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT, 06857, www.themmrf.org. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HIMICH DAVID JOHN 53, OF MCKEE...
HIMICH DAVID JOHN 53, of McKeesport, PA, on Sunday, January 5, 2014 at UPMC Montefiore. David was born July 28, 1960, in McKeesport, PA. He is the son of Gertrude (Kulczynski) Himich and the late Michael Himich. David was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. David is survived by his siblings, Dale (Debbie) Himich of McKeesport, PA, Michael (Carol) Himich of McKeesport, PA, Barbara (Thomas) Kostovny of West Mifflin, PA, and Susan (Thom Betz) Himich; nieces and nephews, Shawn, Christina, Diana, Amber, and Michael Himich, Christopher, Melissa, Daniel Kostovny, and Joseph Betz; great-nephew, Shawn Himich; also survived by aunts, cousins, and friends. Friends will be received on Thursday from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the JAYCOX - JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2703 O'Neil Blvd., McKeesport. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at Corpus Christi Parish at 10 a.m. with Rev. Kevin Dominik, officiating. www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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JOHNS FRED AUG. 30, 1942 - JAN...
JOHNS
FRED
Aug. 30, 1942 - Jan. 8, 2009
Doc,
I can't believe you were taken from me five years ago. Thank you for teaching me the true meanings of wanting, needing and loving. For this, I will always remain yours forever. Sandi
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PAPUGA JOHN P. AGE 84, BORN MA...
PAPUGA JOHN P. Age 84, born May 5, 1929, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2014 with his wife and daughter by his side. He was the 11th of 12 children born to George and Mary (Janitor) Papuga of Jane Street, Southside. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Kay Saunders Papuga; his daughter, Linda Lee (Trevor) Hershey; and grandchildren, Jack, Samuel, and Ellie Hershey. He was preceded in death by his son, John Papuga, II; he is also survived by two sisters, Matilda Larson and Parthenia Papuga; one brother-in-law, James C. Stavros; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death are siblings, Mary Bennet, Martha Stavros, Emory, George, and Joseph Papuga, Elizabeth Rodgers, Hildegarde Papuga, Clara McDonnell, and Margo Papuga. He was a graduate of South High School and Rice University. Serving nine years in the U.S. Navy, John was honorably discharged, achieving the rank of Lieutenant. After serving in the Navy, he graduated from University of Pittsburgh Law School. John was a partner with the law firm Tucker Arensburg and practiced law for 50 years. An active member of Stewart Avenue Lutheran Church, John served in various capacities as a food pantry worker, church council member, and Sunday School teacher. An avid scholar, gardener, history buff, and athlete, he participated in baseball, basketball, football, skiing, softball, swimming, and long distance bike riding, completing three TOSRVs. As a master cruciverbalist, he completed the New York Times Crossword Puzzle in INK almost daily. John's humor, compassion, and generosity will be remembered and missed by all. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Rd., Brentwood, 15227, Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and Saturday morning from 10 until the time of service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Family Hospice and Palliative Care, 50 Moffett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15234 or Stewart Avenue Lutheran Church Food Pantry, 2810 Brownsville Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FELINCZAK PAUL 61, OF HOOKSTOW...
FELINCZAK PAUL 61, of Hookstown, PA, on Sunday, January 5, 2014. Beloved husband of Susan E. (Hanecek) Felinczak; son of the late Walter and Dorothy Felinczak; brother of Jerry (Judy) Felinczak. Paul was a graduate of Hopewell High School, a 1975 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, where he played fullback for the University of Pittsburgh football team. He enjoyed shooting sporting clays, master angler, and was an avid golfer and gardener, and also loved music and literature. He will be missed by his family and friends. Friends welcome Saturday, January 11, 2014, 12-7 p.m. in WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Road, Scott Twp. In lieu of flowers, donations suggested to the Animal Rescue League, 6620 Hamilton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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INGOLD WILLIAM JOSEPH BILL 6...
INGOLD WILLIAM JOSEPH BILL 60, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on January 6, 2014. Preceded in death by his father, Robert A. Ingold; mother, Lucille Grunzel; and brother, Robert Ingold. Survived by his stepfather, Alexander Grunzel; brothers and sisters, Dennis, Kenneth, Susan Murphy, Anna Reiser, and Luann Killian; and many nephews and a niece. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2014, from 6 until the time of service at 7:30 p.m. at the D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, LTD., Butler at 46th Sts., Lawrenceville. Memorial contributions may be made to Forbes Hospice. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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EWART MARTHA J. (MCMICHAEL) AT...
EWART MARTHA J. (McMICHAEL) At Sunrise Senior Living Facility, McCandless Twp., on Saturday, January 4, 2014, Martha J. (McMichael) Ewart, age 84, of Butler. Born on January 4, 1930, in Pittsburgh. Daughter of the late Robert N. and Sarah McMichael. Surviving is her husband of 61 years, Donald L. Ewart, of Butler; daughters, Ann Ewart, of Pgh. and Ellen Ewart of Annapolis, MD; son, Donald L. Ewart, Jr.; grandson, Donald L. Ewart, III, of St. Louis, MO; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by brothers, Robert N. McMichael, Jr. and William McMichael. There will be no public visitation. A Memorial Service will be held to honor Martha later this year. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, NY, NY 10018. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BARTKOWSKI ANTOINETTE "TONI" (...
BARTKOWSKI ANTOINETTE "TONI" (KACZMARSKI) On Friday, January 3, 2014, of Baldwin Boro. Loving wife of 58 years of Richard S. Bartkowski; beloved mother of Richard (Beth) Bartkowski, Donna (Domenic) Cassone, Gerard (the late Jean) Bartkowski and Lisa (Kevin) Garbacik; sister of Anna Marie (Dick) Strittmatter; preceded by five brothers and one sister; proud grandmother of Domenic and Kristen Cassone, Matthew, Stephen, Geoffrey, Katherine, Christopher and Teresa Bartkowski, and Jeffrey and Brian Garbacik. Friends will be received at St. Wendelin Church on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be private. Arrangements handled by the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Family Hospice and Palliative Care, 50 Moffett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15243 or Marian Manor, 2695 Winchester Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LUCAS RUTH C. AGE 81, OF WEST ...
LUCAS RUTH C. Age 81, of West Mifflin, died January 5, 2014. Born in McKeesport on September 25, 1932, she is the daughter of the late George and Mildred McDivett Beck; and the wife of the late Joseph Lucas. She was the Personnel Manager at G.C. Murphy Company in Bethel Park and Pleasant Hills until she retired. She liked gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. She was survived by her sons, Ron (Dolly) Lucas of West Mifflin, Joseph George Lucas of South Side; grandchildren, Mandy and Josh; great-grandchildren, Dominic and Logan; brothers, Paul Beck of Baltimore, Maryland and Jay Beck of Delaware, Ohio; sisters, Barb (John) Strucker of Port Vue, Helen Brown of Lady Lake, FL, Dee Dee Wheeler of The Villages, FL, Angie Doherty of Bricktown, New Jersey. She is preceded in death by siblings, George, Joseph, William, and Bruce Beck and Marie Wilson and Rosemary Bowers. A gathering will take place on Friday from 5-7 p.m. at the HUNTER - EDMUNDSON - STRIFFLER FUNERAL HOME, 600 Market St., McKeesport, 15132. A blessing service will follow at 7 p.m. A tribute may be made in Ruth's memory by doing an act of kindness for a loved one or a stranger. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LEVITSKY JOSEPH, JR. AGE 60, O...
LEVITSKY JOSEPH, Jr. Age 60, of the South Side Slopes, peacefully, of a sudden illness, on December 21, 2013. Brother of Christina A. Garon; nephew of Doris Garon; cousin and friend of many. Private committal with Military honors in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SLAGLE CHARLES OF DELTA TWP., ...
SLAGLE CHARLES Of Delta Twp., a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother passed away at his home January 5, 2014. Chuck was born September 20, 1926 to the late Charles E. and Marie K. (Brown) Slagle. He was a WW II Navy veteran and served as an aviation radioman on the island of Attu in the Aleutian Islands. He graduated from the University of Pittsburg with both his undergraduate and graduate degrees in Science and had a distinguished career working for the Calgon/Merck Corporations. Upon retirement, Chuck enjoyed living in Florida and often shared many fond memories of family who had enjoyed visiting. He is survived by loving wife, Greta J. (Wagner); sons, Barry; granddaughters, Lauran, Adrianne and Elizabeth; Timothy (Connie); grandson, Christopher; and Jonathan (Ann); granddaughters, Melissa and Alie; stepchildren, Gregory (Bernice) Wagner; grandson, Zachary; Douglas (Ann) Wagner; grandchildren, Corey, Stefani, Jacob and Benjamin and Carol Wagner; granddaughters, Blair and Laurel Cherrier; sisters, Mary Stapko and Margaret Cook. Chuck was preceded in death by wife, Dorothy J.; brother, Donald; and grandson, Aaron Wagner. The family will receive friends Saturday, January 11, 2014, 12 p.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 1 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Lansing, with The Reverend Roger K. Straub, officiating. Military honors will immediately follow the Service at the church. Interment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery in Grand Ledge. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Lansing or Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Arrangements by the HOLIHAN - ATKIN FUNERAL HOME, GRAND LEDGE, (517-627-2531). Share your memories and condolences online at: www.holihanatkin.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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