ANCHORS JAMES M. Age 89, of Plum, passed away on February 16, 2017. He was born April 9, 1927, to Frank and Murlene Anchors who predeceased him. Jim was also preceded in death by the love of his life, Norma (Dock); and six of his sisters, Janice, Virginia, Nelma, Norma, Shirley and Leah. He is survived by sons, Tim of Murrysville and Bill (Linda) of Plum; five grandchildren, Tiffany, Ryan, Amber, Nicole and Valerie; three brothers, Charles (Veronica), Donald, and Robert (Eileen); and one sister JoAnn (Tom); as well as many beloved nieces, nephews and great- grandchildren. Jim was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy and member of the Plum American Legion Post 980, the Shriners, the Odd fellows, and the Center Club. Per Jim's request, there will be no services, dinners, or celebration of life. Professional services by THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Blawnox. Donations in Jim's memory may be made to Southwest Veteran's Center, 7060 Highland Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANCHORS JAMES M. AGE 89, OF PL...
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RANDOLPH DEREK VICTOR ON WEDNE...
RANDOLPH DEREK VICTOR On Wednesday, February 15, 2017, age 54, of Beltzhoover. Beloved father of Ra'Mil Jordan-Randolph, Daneasha, Portia and Keenan; son of Damon, Sr. and Geraldine Randolph; brother of Damon (Karen) Randolph, Jr. and Deeadra Randolph; a host of nieces, nephews, grandchildren, cousins, aunts, other relatives and friends. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2025 Perrysville Avenue, Perry Hilltop. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday 11 a.m. in the House of Transformation, 625 S. Main Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Interment Highwood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCCAW JAMES CHRIS ON FEBRUAR...
McCAW JAMES CHRIS On February 21, 2017, at the age of 67. He was a resident of McCandless Twp. Loving husband of Judy Blaser McCaw; father of Christopher McCaw; stepfather of Charles Hibner, Michael Hibner, Lisa Link and Christopher Hibner; brother of Robert McCaw. Also survived by 15 grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held and entrusted to SPERLING FUNERAL HOME, McCandless Twp. Remembrances may be left at www.sperlingfuneral.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCULLEY PAULA COOK PAULA DIED ...
SCULLEY PAULA COOK Paula died very peacefully at her home in Sewickley, Pennsylvania on February 22, 2017, at the age of 71, after a long illness. A passionate conservationist and horticulturist, Paula served as President of the Garden Club of Allegheny County where she co-founded Botany-In-Action, an organization dedicated to help conserve plants and indigenous botanical knowledge throughout the world. She also served on the boards of Phipps Conservatory in Pittsburgh and the Amazon Conservation Team, as well as co-founding the Fern Hollow Nature Center in Sewickley. She was a gifted and dedicated gardener who took great pleasure in creating flower gardens, particularly those devoted to attracting butterflies. Daughter of artist Peter Cook, Paula was a superb quilter and used her natural artistic skills to make over 40 extraordinary handmade quilts over her lifetime. She also served on the board of Sewickley Academy and was named Sewickley's Woman of the Year in 2006. Paula is survived by her husband, David, former CEO of H.J. Heinz U.S.A.; her daughter, Heather Reedy of Boulder, Montana, and her husband, John Reedy; her son, D. Sculley of Cambridge, Massachusetts and his wife, Jessica Sculley; three grandchildren, Brigid Reedy, Johnny Reedy and Sofia Sculley; and three brothers, Peter, John and Stephen Cook; as well as a large and amazing family of Cooks and Wiggins. Paula will be remembered as a strong, caring, bright, positive and practical woman who always put the interests of others ahead of herself. Despite so many accomplishments in her life, for Paula, family always came first. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Fern Hollow Nature Center, 1901 Glen Mitchell Rd., PO Box 8, Sewickley, PA 15143. Friends are welcome at an open house at the Sculley home at 853 Blackburn Rd., in Sewickley on Friday, February 24, 2017, from 4-6 p.m. and Saturday, February 25, 2017, from 4-6 p.m. A memorial service will be held later in the spring in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. Arrangements by SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PITERSKI ROBERT A. AGE 57, UNE...
PITERSKI ROBERT A. Age 57, unexpectedly on February 18, 2017, of Ormond Beach, FL, originally of Carrick. Father of Robert, age 19, and Cameron, age 9; brother of Ron (Bonnie) and the late Jack (Patricia), and Frank Piterski. Also survived by loving nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held privately in Florida. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMPSON STEVEN AGE 58, PASSED...
THOMPSON STEVEN Age 58, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017. A longtime resident of Glenshaw, he was born May 28, 1958. He was employed by Mercy Behavioral Health as a peer support worker. Son of Helen (Holzworth) and the late John H. Thompson; brother of Jeffrey Thompson (Debra); uncle of Elizabeth Thompson Saraceno and Sara Thompson Guertin and great-uncle of Skylar Paige Saraceno. Steve loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman. He could be seen many times trout fishing through out the area and ice fishing at North Park where he was photographed for news articles on several occasions. Visitation Friday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:30 a.m. NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to Animal Rescue League, 6926 Hamilton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208 Attn: Donations Dept. Please visit us at: www.neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KAUFMAN ARLENE R. AGE 96, OF L...
KAUFMAN ARLENE R. Age 96, of Longwood at Oakmont, formerly of Ross Twp., on Monday, February 20, 2017. Wife of the late Walter J. Kaufman; loving mother of Dennis E. (Cheryl) Kaufman, Alan J. (Pam) Kaufman and the late Wayne (surviving Linda) Kaufman; also survived by five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Arlene was quite the traveler in her later years and visited interesting places all over the world. She was an avid bridge player and golfer. She was a member of the Oakmont Country Club for 47 years and played golf until she was 95 years young. A memorial service will be held at Elfinwild Presbyterian Church, Glenshaw on Saturday at 11 a.m. The family will greet friends following the service. Donations may be sent to Elfinwild Presbyterian Church. Arrangements made by the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., Glenshaw. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CIOPPA VICTOR W. LITTLE VIC ...
CIOPPA VICTOR W. LITTLE VIC On Wednesday, February 22, 2017, of Rankin. Loving father of Makayla and Hailey; dear companion of Christine Clark and her children Jenna, Alyssa and Brianna; son of Patricia Pam and Victor C. Cioppa; brother of Mark Cioppa, and his wife Megan of Penn Hills and Nicole Brush and her husband Michael, and their children Michael, Madison and Mia, all of Forest Hills. Vic is also survived by his loving aunts, uncles, cousins, friends. Friends received 2-8 p.m. FRIDAY ONLY at THE THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME INC., 7441 Washington Street, Swissvale. Mass of Christian burial in the Madonna del Castello Roman Catholic Church on Saturday 11 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EBERT JEAN BORN ON MAY 9, 1920...
EBERT JEAN Born on May 9, 1920, and preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Irene Ebert; sisters, Helen (Joseph) Clarkson and Margaret (Donald) Fett; one niece, Margaret (Douglas) Joslin; and longtime friend, Hough Minnis, Jean Ebert passed quietly on February 22, 2017. She is survived by two nephews, Joseph (Diane) Clarkson and Donald (Jeannette) Clarkson; and three nieces, Lynn (James) Turnquist, Jeanne (William) Dahl, and Nancy (Scott) Kocher. She is also survived by many great and great-great- nieces and nephews. She graduated from Robert Morris College and spent most of her career working for Ralph Young and Associates. She attended Emmanuel and First Trinity Lutheran Churches. Spending most of her years in Greenfield, she loved all things Pittsburgh, especially the sports teams. A memorial service will be held in the South Side Cemetery on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please direct any contributions to First Trinity Lutheran Church or Paramount Hospice. Online condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WINCKO JOAN C. AGE 72, OF BETH...
WINCKO JOAN C. Age 72, of Bethel Park passed away peacefully on February 21, 2017, with her family by her side. Beloved wife of Kenneth A. Wincko; loving mother of Lisa (Mark) Carper, Ken (Amy) Wincko, Laurie (Tom) Mathie, and Jeff (Leticia) Wincko; grandmother of Matthew Carper, Kaitlin Wincko, Evelyn Mathie, Cameron Wincko, Kelsey Wincko, Alaina Wincko, and Corinne Wincko; sister of Nancy (Roger) Sullivan, Cynthia Sanders, Debbie (Bob) Staniech, and Bill (Debbie) Sakowic. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Bertha Sakowic. Joan attended Divine Redeemer Academy and the University of Pittsburgh. In her working career she served as an executive secretary at Western Penn National Bank, as a Multi-Million-Dollar Producer for Howard Hanna Real Estate Company, and held various positions in retail and mortgage and loan servicing. Joan was always willing to devote her time volunteering for her children's activities. First and foremost, Joan will be remembered for her fierce devotion to her family and kindness to everyone. Visitation for Joan will be held on Friday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at THE JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Pleasant Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Valentines Church, Bethel Park. Entombment at Jefferson Memorial Park. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GIDEL CAROL (CHAROK) AGE 69, O...
GIDEL CAROL (CHAROK) Age 69, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of West Mifflin, on Tues., Feb. 21, 2017. Wife of 44 years to Barry Gidel; mother of Bethany (Robert) Neal and Ryan (Jonita) Gidel; grandmother of Evan and Justin Neal and Sophia and Phineas Gidel. Friends received Thursday 3-8 p.m. STEPHEN D. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 1701 Route 51 (Large) Jefferson Hills. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10 a.m. St. Michael's Catholic Church, Elizabeth. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. For more information and condolences visit: www.stephendslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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INTRIERI LENORA B. AGE 96, OF ...
INTRIERI LENORA B. Age 96, of Vandergrift, passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2017, in UPMC- St. Margaret Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was a payroll clerk for U.S. Steel, Vandergrift and Southside Service Center, Pittsburgh until her retirement in 1985. Family and friends will be received in St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church, 300 Franklin Ave., Vandergrift, on Saturday, February 25, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial is celebrated at 12:00 Noon, with Father James Loew, O.S.B. Burial will follow in St. Gertrude Cemetery, Vandergrift. For a more detailed obituary, or to send an online condolence to the family, please visit www.curranfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VARGO ROY MERLE 1930-2016 - RO...
VARGO ROY MERLE 1930-2016 - Roy Vargo Corky passed away on October 11, 2016, age 86. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Olga Vargo; wife, Winnie; and brother, Edgar. He is survived by his son, Stuart (Todd) Vargo, daughter-in-law, Emilee Vargo; and grandsons, Christopher Forbes Vargo and Austin Alexander Vargo. Roy was born in McKeesport, PA and attended The Greenbrier Military School in West Virginia. He graduated from Colgate University where he received a BA in Economics. Roy joined the army after graduation where he served honorably for two years. After his service to our country, he moved to Duquense, PA and joined his father and brother in the family insurance agency. Roy had many interests and hobbies. He was an avid reader, history buff and loved the game of basketball and golf. He was a long standing member of Youghiogheny Country Club where he won five club championships! In 1991 Roy moved to Birmingham to be near to his son and family. He enjoyed his many years there and loved being a grandfather. He was supportive, kind, loving and will be forever missed. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ABRAN WALLACE A. ON TUESDAY, F...
ABRAN WALLACE A. On Tuesday, February 21, 2017, Wallace "Wally" Abran, age 71, of Kennedy Twp. Loving son of the late Nicholas and Dorothy Abran; beloved brother of Holly (David) Hubbs; dear uncle of Cassie K. and Kendal S. Hubbs. Friends invited to a memorial service on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the HERSHBERGER - STOVER, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Avenue, Crafton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation, 4401 Penn Ave., Central Plant, 3rd Floor, Pgh., PA 15224. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HEGGIE ETHEL (KISLIG) AGE 98, ...
HEGGIE ETHEL (KISLIG) Age 98, of Murrysville, on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. Beloved wife of the late James A. Heggie; loving mother of Susan (John) Shaginaw; grandmother of Lindsey (Tim) Berk and Stuart (Uyen) Shaginaw; sister of Katherine (late Guy) Smith and the late Mary (late Robert) Maxwell; also survived by nieces and nephews. Ethel taught third grade for 29 years in the Plum School District at the former Logans Ferry School. Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Plum Creek, 550 Center New Texas Rd., Plum, PA 15239. Interment will follow in Plum Creek Cemetery. Arrangements by MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DANIELS RUTH N. ON FEBRUARY 20...
DANIELS RUTH N. On February 20, 2017, age 87, of Penn Hills. Beloved mother of William Daniels, Kathryn (Glenn) Finley, and Steven (Marilyn) Daniels; sister of Chuck and Dorothy Neudorfer. Also survived by four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services and interment will be private. Arrangements entrusted to ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. Online condolences may be made to: www.englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TESSARO ALEXANDER ON FEBRUARY ...
TESSARO ALEXANDER On February 19, 2017, Alexander Tessaro, 79, formerly of Carnegie and Ridge Manor, FL, passed away peacefully. Father of Kay (Craig) Fowler and Mary Ann (Tim) West; brother of Francesca Aloi; grandfather to Andrew and Sarah West; and husband of Dolores Tessaro. A memorial service will be held Saturday 11 a.m. at McKnight United Methodist Church, 600 Fox Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Contributions may be made to Passavant Hospital Foundation, 700 Cumberland Woods Dr., Allison Park, PA 15101 in his memory. Arrangements by SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC. simonsfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORREALE MARIA PIA (PALOMBI) A...
MORREALE MARIA PIA (PALOMBI) Age 74, of Glenshaw, peacefully with her children by her side, on February 20, 2017. Wife of Franco; beloved daughter of the late Armando and Walchiria Palombi; cherished mother of Angelo (Yvonne) and Armando (Angela); dear sister of the late Marcello Palombi; adoring grandmother of Olivia, Noah and Jenna; treasured friend of many. Services private. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAZOCH CHARLES JAMES ON MONDAY...
MAZOCH CHARLES JAMES On Monday, February 20, 2017, Chuck was called home to Our Lord. He is survived by his devoted loving wife of 40 years, Cathy Mance Mazoch; loving father of Chuck (Gena), Holly, Chris, and Stephen Mazoch. He was a Teamster Union Steward for 35 years, usher at St. Louise Church, he bled black and gold for his Steelers and was a season ticket holder for many years. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave. at Davis Ave. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Louise Church, 320 McMurray Rd. on Mon., Feb. 27, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EVERETT WILLIAM HAWK AGE 86,...
EVERETT WILLIAM HAWK Age 86, of McKeesport, died February 20, 2017, at William Penn Care Center. Born November 25, 1930, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Edward and Margaret (Jester) Everett and husband of the late Audrey Everett. He is survived by his daughter, Lisa (Bill) Traczynski; grandchildren, Laura, Bailey, and Matthew Traczynski; sister, Marlyn Easterly; nephew, George Easterly, Jr.; and niece, Jan Mueller. Family and friends will be received at JAYCOX - JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY on Sunday, February 26, 2017, from 12-4 and 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Monday, February 27, 2017, at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow in Richland Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www. jaycox-jaworskifh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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