GRIFFIN EDWARD F. Age 81, of Mt. Washington, on Wednesday, February 15, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Mary Ann Griffin; loving father of Susan (Troy) Noah; brother of Thomas Griffin, Patricia Cravener and the late Robert, Michael, Richard, and Jim Griffin. A Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated in St. Mary of the Mount Church on Friday, February 24, 2017, at 12 noon. Arrangement by BRUSCO-FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 214 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington, (412-381-2323). www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRIFFIN EDWARD F. AGE 81, OF ...
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SCHEPIS PETER C., SR. AGE 67, ...
SCHEPIS PETER C., Sr. Age 67, of Carnegie, on Friday, February 17, 2017. Husband of the late Roberta (Bevard) Schepis; father of Peter C. (Devon Monroe) Schepis, Jr., Joseph James Schepis and Robert William (Barbara Smith) Schepis; grandfather of Alyssa Lynn Schepis, Paul Lennon Schepis, Lily Babe Schepis and Jeremy Kuzia; brother of William, Melvin and the late Tony Schepis. No Visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2017, at St. John Lutheran Church, 601 Washington Avenue, Carnegie at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, Carnegie. www. leohenneyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCCLONE ALICE E. (EAGAN) AGE ...
McCLONE ALICE E. (EAGAN) Age 76, of Franklin Park Boro, on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. Beloved wife for 55 years of Richard D. McClone. Mother of Richard (Christine) McClone, John McClone, and Cynthia Trembulak; preceded in death by her brother and sister; also survived by 8 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. No Visitation. Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to SCHELLHAAS & SONS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC.,1600 Stone Mansion Drive, Sewickley, PA 15143 (Franklin Park/Wexford). Please leave condolences at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CRIST ROSS W. AGE 94, OF GIBSO...
CRIST ROSS W. Age 94, of Gibsonia and formerly Oil City, died February 21, 2017, after complications from a fall. Born in Franklin, PA, in 1922, Ross attended Rocky Grove High School where his love of basketball began, playing three years on varsity and was captain and high scorer his senior year. After an early career as a machinist, Ross enlisted in the Army in May, 1943. His basic training led him to a specialized program at The Ohio State University in engineering. Needing manpower overseas, the program was discontinued and he was transferred to the 14th Armored Division (later known as part of The Liberators) at Camp Campbell, KY. The 14th AD deployed October, 1944. Ross was a combat infantryman participating in the Rhineland and Central Europe Campaigns receiving the American Theater Campaign Medal, European, African and Middle East Campaign Medal, Combat Infantryman Medal, Good Conduct Medal and World War II Victory Medal including two bronze stars. After returning home, Ross completed his service with the Military Police and received his Honorable Discharge in February, 1946. He graduated from the Robert Morris School of Accounting in 1949, where he also played on the school's first basketball team as team captain. One year ago, the university honored Ross as one of the First Colonials at a home game. Post graduation, Mr. Crist entered the accounting field at the Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co. On July 22, 1950, he married Martha C. Stiers, his sweetheart before and after the war, in the First Presbyterian Church of Oil City thereby beginning his family and extensive civic life. He was employed for 34 years by Oil City National Bank and successor banks, retiring December 31,1984, from Mellon Bank as Vice President- Estate and Trust Administration. He attended the American Bankers Association Graduate School of Banking at Northwestern University and served as President of Pennsylvania Bankers Association's Group and Fiduciary Association. As a member of First Presbyterian Church of Oil City, he was an ordained Elder, Deacon, Trustee and Usher. He was also a 32 Degree Mason. Ross served on boards of civic organizations including the Oil City Chamber of Commerce, Col. Drake Council of Boy Scouts, Tuberculosis Society, Salvation Army, and the YMCA where he headed the building committee. Service to other associations included the Kiwanis Club, Adelphoi Club, Hundred Club and Wanango Country Club. He served on or chaired fund raising committees for the Oil City Hospital, Venango Campus of Clarion University, and Oil City United Way. Ross and Martha wintered in Naples, FL, for 28 years alongside many Oil City friends. At age 11, he lost his mother, Nina Adams Crist, and brother, James L. Crist in 1941, and father, LeRoy Crist in 1946. Ross is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Martha; his sons, James Leroy (Amy) of Hampton Township, PA, William Ross of Hinsdale, IL; grandsons, Ross William Crist II of Dubai, UAE, Philip Hall Crist of Dallas, TX; and granddaughters, Emma Caroline Crist of Hampton Township and Emily Margaret Crist of New York City. A faithful, kind, modest and charitable man was Ross. His family is deeply appreciative of his life, his lessons to us and his love. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Oil City or the Oil City YMCA. A memorial service will be held March 2, 2017, at the First Presbyterian Church of Oil City, 215 Bissell Ave., at 11:00 a.m. Arrangements made by John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh PA 15227. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AJDELMAN ISRAEL OF OAKMONT, BE...
AJDELMAN ISRAEL Of Oakmont, beloved son of the late David and Leah Ajdelman. Israel was born in Poland and came to live in Pittsburgh together with his parents in the late 1960s. Israel was a valued employee of Elias Industries for over 45 years. He was well liked by his co-workers and many friends. Graveside services will be held at Shaare Torah Cemetery on Thursday,February 23 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements were entrusted to the GESHER HACHAIM JEWISH BURIAL SOCIETY. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AZZARELLO PHIL AGE 88, OF RICH...
AZZARELLO PHIL Age 88, of Richland Twp., passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Peggy Jeanne; loving father of Sheila (John) Tovcimak, Terry (Greg) Thurston, Phillip Azzarello and Mark (Michele) Azzarello; proud grandfather of Dana, Tracie, Jamie, Sidney, Todd and Jessica; also survived by 11 great-grandchildren; brother of Madeline (Robert) Gillespie and the late Bess Charnock. Phil was an Army veteran serving during the Korean War and a lifelong union roofer with Local 37. Family and friends will be received on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1032 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp., 412-364-4444, where a funeral service will be held on Monday at 11:30 a.m., followed by burial in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with military honors. www.brandtfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAZLETT WILLIAM C. BILL AGE ...
HAZLETT WILLIAM C. BILL Age 87, of Mt. Lebanon, on Saturday, February 18, 2017. Beloved father of David (Deborah), Mark (Susan) and Arthur Paul (Narumi) Hazlett; grandfather of Allison (Matt) Scalora, Peter, Sean and Grace; great-grandfather of Elena; brother of the late Marlene Pizzi. Bill enlisted in the U. S. Army after receiving his baccalaureate degree from Bowling Green University. He served in the Korean Conflict and fought in the Battle of Pork Chop Hill. After the war, he was a teacher for 25 years for Mt. Lebanon School District and assistant coach for the High School Boys' and Girls' tennis teams. While teaching, he earned his Master's degree from West Virginia University. Bill was an avid tennis player and enthusiast. For over three decades, he enjoyed volunteering for the USTA West Penn Amateur Clay Court Championship, especially serving as the tournament's photographer. He was an active member of the Masonic brotherhood, belonging to Franklin/St. John's/Trinity Lodge #221. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, will be private. LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WAMSLEY EDWARD JAMES AGE 64, O...
WAMSLEY EDWARD JAMES Age 64, of Butler, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. Born June 8, 1952, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Marvel (Ferguson) Wamsley and the late James Ray Wamsley. Edward was a Home Inspector for over 20 years; an Army veteran and a member of the American Legion. He is survived by his beloved wife, Teresa "Terry" Wamsley; mother, Marvel (Ferguson) Wamsley; sister, Lori (Scott) Jones; brother, Scott R. Wamsley; mother-in-law, Joan T. Weber; and several nieces and nephews. Edward's family will welcome friends from 2-4 and 6-7:30 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 25, 2017, at KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park. A Funeral service will follow at 7:30 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 25, 2017, at King Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.kingfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROSSO ANN AGE 97, OF PENN HILL...
ROSSO ANN Age 97, of Penn Hills, on Thursday, February 23, 2017. Beloved sister of Yola C. Petron; aunt of Dolores Steck, Cheryl Catalano, Janet Medvedo and Carol Cross; also survived by great and great- great-nieces and nephews. Arrangements by SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 11 a.m. in St. Bartholomew Catholic Church. Interment private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CORRIE GRACE ANN (MORRISON) AG...
CORRIE GRACE ANN (MORRISON) Age 54, of Carrick, on February 21, 2017. Loving mother of Samantha (Barry) and William; beloved daughter of the late Paul and Grace (Sullivan) Morrison; dear sister of Mary Sue Dayton (Bill), Jeff (Ann), Jim (Patsy), and Jack Smith (Joyce), Barbara Wojaszek (Floyd) and Joan Pavicic (Rich); cherished grandmother of Xavier, Alexandria and Aliyah; special aunt to Jen Dayton and Keely Dayak; treasured aunt, cousin and friend of many. Celebration of Grace's Life Sat., March 4, 2017, from 4-6 p.m. at the Carrick Inn, 1144 Brownsville, Pgh., PA 15210. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GUBBA RONALD A. RON AGE 76, ...
GUBBA RONALD A. RON Age 76, of Robinson Township, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 21, 2017, in the Family Hospice and Palliative Care Center, Mt. Lebanon, with his family by his side. Born June 17, 1940, in McKees Rocks, PA, he was the son of Andrew and Rosella (Cisowski) Gubba; beloved husband of 55 years to Sara "Tooty" Gubba; devoted and loving father to Susan A. Gubba and Gary M. (Christine) Gubba, and his devoted canine companion, Lucy; brother of Andy Gubba, Bill (Claudia) Gubba, Mary Ann (Louis) DeAngelis, and the late Paul Gubba (surviving spouse, Christine Gubba). Ron is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews; a sister-in-law, Florence Haas; and a brother-in-law, Bill (Linda) Strauch. Ron lived out his golden years doing the things he loved. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and looked forward to his annual fishing trip to Canada. Although he was planning to go again this year, God had other plans for him. Friends welcome SUNDAY and MONDAY, from 12 p.m.-8 p.m., at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Township, Coraopolis, PA 15108. A funeral Service will be held Tuesday, February 28, 2017, at 10 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in St. Mark's Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Hillman Cancer Center for everything they did for Ron over the past three years. Additionally, the family would also like to thank the Hospice staff for the care and compassion they gave Ron to make his final days peaceful and comfortable. Ron was a true warrior as he endured many struggles and suffering while he battled his fiercest opponent, Sarcoma. As much as he had to endure, Ron never once complained or felt sorry for himself. In the end, he accepted his fate with the utmost grace, dignity and humility. Ron was an amazing man, his suffering is over and he is free from pain. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. You've earned your wings, Chief. Rest in peace. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NEWMAN MARJORIE L. AGED 71, OF...
NEWMAN MARJORIE L. Aged 71, of Bethel Park, on Wednesday, February 22, 2017. Beloved wife of 45 years to the late Stephen Newman; loving mother of Andrew Newman of Brooklyn, NY and Eric (Lora) Newman of West Chester, PA; cherished grandmother of Hannah, Benjamin, Sela, Abe and Sophie; dear sister of Judy (late Kenneth) Schoenberg and Susan (Bill) Posternack. Funeral Service Sunday 11 a.m. in the chapel of Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, 509 Washington Rd., Pgh. 15228, followed by graveside service and interment in the Beth El section of Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. (No visitation prior to service.) Memorial contributions may be made to Beth El Congregation, 1900 Cochran Rd., Pgh., PA 15220, (bethelcong.org) or to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pgh., PA 15205, (cancer.org). Arrangements entrusted to WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, Scott Twp. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUSH LENORA IVEY PEACEFULLY, O...
BUSH LENORA IVEY Peacefully, on Monday, February 20, 2017, age 77, of Pittsburgh; beloved mother of Alethia Joyce Bush; sister of Dr. Timothy Ivey and the late Joyce Ivey and Hubert Ivey; also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation with the family Saturday 4-8 p.m. at the ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2025 Perrysville Ave., Perry Hilltop where a Memorial Celebration will be held on Sunday 3:00 p.m. There will be a Delta Sigma Theta Memorial Service held for Mrs. Bush promptly at 6:00 p.m. Saturday evening. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARSON SHIRLEY AGE 89, ON FEBR...
MARSON SHIRLEY Age 89, on February 20, 2017, of Garfield. Daughter of the late Joseph Howard and Margaret (Farrell) Marson; sister of the late Howard (Grace), Samuel, Ernest and Richard (Jean surviving) Marson; survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation with the family held on Saturday, February 25, 2017, from Noon to 2 p.m. Blessing Service 2 p.m. at the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11311 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills. Interment private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PARADISE SALVATORE MR. SALVATO...
PARADISE SALVATORE Mr. Salvatore Paradise, age 92, of Boca Raton, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2017. He was the beloved husband of the late Dolores Paradise and former husband of the late Mary Paradise (Grohal). He is survived by his loving children, Salvatore Dennis Paradise, David A. Paradise, Donna Scheuring (William), and Cynthia Miller (Richard and granddaughter, Diane Miller); brother of Mary Langord, Grace Tignanelli, Dolly Lewis, Joseph Paradise, and the late Leonard Paradise. He is also survived by his former daughter-in-law, Sharon A. Fledderman; and many nieces, nephews and cousins in New York and Italy. Burial with Military Honors will be held at a later date in South Florida National Cemetery, Lake Worth, FL. Online condolences may be made at: HorizonFuneralCremation.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ONDER JUDITH M. AGE 74, OF PLU...
ONDER JUDITH M. Age 74, of Plum, on Wednesday, February 22, 2017. Beloved wife of 52 years to Michael Onder; loving mother of Michele Kozub; grandmother of Chelsea Kozub; sister of Pat (Narda) and Harold (Pam) Zendlock; Godmother of Kristen Naber and Brian Phillips; also survived by several nieces and nephews as well as great- nieces and nephews. Friends received Sunday, 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 10:00 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church. Interment in Plum Creek Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RAYMOND CHARLES D. CHUCK AGE...
RAYMOND CHARLES D. CHUCK Age 85, of Irwin, on Monday, Feb. 20, 2017, in the William Penn Care Center Jeannette. Born Aug. 5, 1931, in Braddock, a son of the late Nicholas and Marie (Artim) Raymond. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a finance officer for Pacific National Bank of Calif., now Bank of America. He was a veteran of the Korean War having served with the Marine Corps. Chuck enjoyed fishing and shooting pool. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine (Hulick) Raymond. Loving father to Nicholas (Tamela) Raymond, of Murfreesboro, TN, Dana (Robert) Wahl, of Harrison City; brother to Carol Jean (Andy) Lagnese, of Harrison City; nephews, John D. (Becky) Lagnese, Andrew D. (Kelly) Lagnese, Jr., Auggie R. (Renee) Lagnese; and great-nieces and nephews and cousins. To honor Chuck's wishes, there will be no public viewing or services. Entrusted with the arrangements is the OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 805 Pennsylvania Avenue, Irwin. To send online condolences, please visit www. ottfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MASSIMIANI NED A. AGE 67, OF S...
MASSIMIANI NED A. Age 67, of Shaler Twp., on Wednesday, February 22, 2017, after a long battle with cancer. Beloved father of Dominic Massimiani. He is survived by siblings, Art, Rita, Lou and Dennis; mother of his son, Gemma Massimiani; step-father of Jennifer Hohman. Ned was an Army veteran who proudly served in Vietnam. He was the proud owner of the Sunset Lounge, the Mirage, and Tony's Bar and Grill, and friend of everyone that walked through the doors. Friends will be received on Sunday from 1-8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw where a Celebration of Life Service will be held at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Disabled Veterans of America (DVA). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAMILTON HOMER LEE, SR. AGE 75...
HAMILTON HOMER LEE, Sr. Age 75, of Pittsburgh, departed this life on Saturday, February 18, 2017. He leaves to cherish his memory children, Homer L. Hamilton, Jr., Karen (Anthony) Murray, Selena Hamilton, Charles (Senta) Hamilton, Shawn Hamilton; sister, Eula Brown; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Visitation 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 25, 2017, at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, 5524 2nd Ave., Pittsburgh, where funeral services will follow. Interment Greenwood Cemetery, Sharpsburg. www. tuniefuneralhomeinc.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HEFFNER IRENE ANN AGE 87, OF P...
HEFFNER IRENE ANN Age 87, of Port Vue, died Thursday, February 9, 2017. She was born in Clairton November 17, 1929, and was the daughter of the late John and Mary Stim Plavchak and the wife of the late Kenneth Heffner. She is survived by her sons, William (Patty) Dewalt of Goshen, Indiana, Raymond (Faye) Dewalt and John Dewalt, both of Port Vue; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her six siblings. Services were held yesterday at STRIFFLER'S OF WHITE OAK CREMATION & MORTUARY SERVICES, INC., 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, supervisor, 412-678-6177). Condolences may be made at www. strifflerfuneralhomes.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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