LACAVA DOROTHY P. DOT (SCHAFER) Age 90, formerly of Sharpsburg on Monday, March 27, 2017. Loving wife of Philip Chip LaCava, Sr.; beloved mother of Noreen Groce (Bill), and Philip Chip, Jr. (Jeannie); grandmother of Natalie and Greg Dinger, Danielle, Megan, Adam, and Chad LaCava; also survived by six great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by a great-grandson. Friends received SUNDAY 1-9 p.m. at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 820 Main St., Sharpsburg, where services will be conducted Monday at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEE JAMES EDWARD BILLY LEE A...
LEE JAMES EDWARD BILLY LEE Age 81, of the Hill District, departed this life on March 28, 2017. Visitation Sunday, April 2, 2017, from 2-6 p.m., SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219, where Funeral Service will be held on Monday, April 3, 2017, at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PETTE MARGARET M. OF BROOKLINE...
PETTE MARGARET M. Of Brookline, on Wednesday, March 29, 2017. Wife of the late Ralph; beloved mother of Richard (Alicia) and Robert (Christine) Pette and Gary (Casey) Peach; grandmother of Lia (Tye), Alexander, Courtney, Brianna, Lisa, Michael, Shawn, Ryan, Daniel, and Lisa; great-grandmother of Riley and Emma. Friends received at the FRANK F. DEBOR FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd. (412 -561-0380), Sunday only 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 10 a.m., in St. Pius X Church, Brookline. ww.Deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUMENIK MARY EVANGELISTA MARY ...
HUMENIK MARY EVANGELISTA Mary Evangelista Humenik, celebrated St. Patrick's Day in Heaven on March 17, 2017, as she passed into eternity at the age of 100. Having celebrated her 100th birthday in October 2016, in Atlanta, GA, with scores of nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, together with many other friends and family members, Mary, a terrific sports fan, passed peacefully in her sleep with her television tuned to the NCAA basketball tournament. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on October 14, 1916, to Suzan and Andrew Humenik, Mary was one of nine siblings, all of whom predeceased her. She attended Homestead High School and entered the convent of the Congregation of the Vincentian Sisters of Charity (now the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth), and served in the Dioceses of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Montgomery, Alabama in a variety of ministries including teaching and health care. Mary obtained her RN degree from the St. Francis School of Nursing in Pittsburgh in 1938, before attending St. Louis University graduating in 1943, and later obtained her Masters in Nursing at the University of Alabama-Birmingham in the late-1960s. She was proud of her Slovakian heritage, and would often recite grace in Slovak before the family's Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. She attributed her longevity to the fact she never married, had children, smoked, or drank. Mary served as an administrator at St. Jude's Hospital in Montgomery, Alabama, which then primarily treated the region's minority population. Mary drove hospital employees, patients, and others without transportation during the Montgomery bus boycott (1955-56), and helped open the hospital and its grounds to civil rights marchers who camped there during the many marches that occurred over the ensuing years. She later taught nursing at Jacksonville State University. Mary's devotion to God and commitment to serving others was unwavering and inspiring to all. Upon her retirement, Mary settled upon Alexander City, Alabama to spend her remaining years during which time she watched her many nieces and nephews, and their children spend summers at the family lake house learning to ski on Lake Martin, where she lived by herself in the company of her loyal dogs (Smokey and Leah) until the final year of her life when she moved to Atlanta to be closer to family. Mary expressed deep gratitude to the loving staff of Sandy Springs Place in North Atlanta who helped care for her in her final months. Mary had a soft-spoken, gentle manner with a quiet wit. Her love of children was evident in her motherly care of the many young family members who regularly visited. As a devout Catholic, it is no surprise Mary was a rabid Notre Dame football fan and last attended the Irish's 14 -10 defeat of Georgia Tech in 2006, in Atlanta at the age of 89. Inexplicably, she also pulled for a school in Tuscaloosa much to the dismay of her many intelligent relatives who attended an actual degree granting institution near Opelika. Mary was an active member of St. John the Apostle Catholic Church in Alexander City. She is survived by her many nieces and nephews and a host of great-nephews, great-nieces, and friends, all of whose lives have been enriched by this remarkable woman. A celebration of Mary's life will be held at St. Francis Xavier Church on April 8, 2017, at Noon to be followed by interment in the columbarium on the Church grounds. Mary and her family ask that in lieu of flowers memorial donations be made to St. John the Apostle Catholic Church 454 North Central Ave., Alexander City, AL 35010. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AIELLO KENNETH A MASS FOR KEN ...
AIELLO KENNETH A Mass for Ken Aiello, to celebrate his life, is Saturday, April 22, 2017, at 11 a.m., at St. Joseph Church, 1301 Fifth Ave., Coraopolis. A luncheon will follow in the Church at Healy Hall. Arrangements by COPELAND'S. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LETHAM ELLEN J. ON WEDNESDAY, ...
LETHAM ELLEN J. On Wednesday, March 29, 2017. Wife of the late James Letham; loving mother of Linda (Russell) Timco and Jamie (Donald) Deighton; grandmother of Russell (Allison), Daniel (Kelly) Timco, Bethany (Michael) Lopez, Matthew (Elizabeth) and Christopher (Carla) Deighton; also survived by six great- grandchildren. Ellen was the last of nine children. Friends received Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie where funeral service will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BAUR MARIAN C. (SINKO) ON TUES...
BAUR MARIAN C. (SINKO) On Tuesday, March 28, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Donald C. Baur; beloved mother of Donna (Dennis) Jesse, Donald P. (the late Kathy) Baur, Daniel (Brynda) Baur and Deborah (Richard) Storoz; grandmother of Daniel, Haley and Alliegh Baur; also two great-grandchildren. Friends received Saturday 6-8 p.m., Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the HUGHES FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1501 Lowrie St. (Troy Hill). Mass of Christian Burial Monday in Most Holy Name Church, Troy Hill, at 10:30 a.m. Family suggests memorials to Most Holy Name Church, 1700 Harpster St., Pgh., PA 15212. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMPSON KEITH ON TUESDAY, MAR...
THOMPSON KEITH On Tuesday, March 28, 2017 Keith Thompson, 63, of Swissvale, PA. Father of Aimee (Michael) Thompson-Hicks, Robert Thomas, Krystol Thomas and Moriah Thompson; brother of Gladys Hickman; also survived by other family members and friends. Visitation Saturday, 3 to 5 p.m. on April 1, 2017 at Union Baptist Church, 2117 Collingwood Ave., Swissvale, PA. No funeral service and interment private. Closing prayer of comfort after the visitation. Services of comfort entrusted to WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC., 808 Talbot Ave., Braddock, PA 15104. (412) 271-3880. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WIDMAIER MICHAEL S. AGE 40, ON...
WIDMAIER MICHAEL S. Age 40, on Wednesday, March 29, 2017, of Baldwin Borough. Son of Karen (Robare) and the late Robert L. Widmaier; brother of Kelly Widmaier. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Sunday from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Monday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted and used for charitable organizations at the family's discretion. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HULME WAYNE EDWARD AGE 74, OF ...
HULME WAYNE EDWARD Age 74, of Sewickley, raised in Manchester, on Sunday, March 26, 2017. Beloved husband for over 50 years of Eileen (Hasko) Hulme; father of Rebecca Hulme and Bethany (Andy) Caldwell; adoring grandfather of Forest Caldwell; son of the late LeRoy and Roberta (Dittmar) Hulme; brother of LeRoy Hulme, Barbara Radonovich, and the late JoAnn Morrow. He graduated from Allegheny High School, served in the Army from 1961-1964, worked 35 years for Williams & Co., in retirement Wayne worked for Butler Auto Auction and enjoyed woodworking in his spare time. No visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 8, 2017, at Little Hill U.M. Church, 2350 Magee Rd. Ext., Sewickley, PA 15143. If you wish, contributions may be made to Glen Willard U.M. Church, 1328 Main St., Crescent Twp., PA 15046 or Little Hill Church at above address. Services were entrusted to THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave., at Davis Ave., Pgh., PA 15212. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WELTNER RICHARD N. AGE 78, OF ...
WELTNER RICHARD N. Age 78, of Robinson Twp., peacefully on Thursday, March 30, 2017. Beloved husband of 55 years to Marie (DeNardis) Weltner. Father of Richard (Denise) Weltner, Mary Jo Rodriguez and the late Barbara Bobby. Grandfather of Thomas, Nicholas and Rocco. Rich was a US Navy veteran, also a charter fishing captain on Lake Erie for over 20 years on the Bandit One, and a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary Division 7, 8th Eastern region. Visitation Sunday only 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER- MCDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Craton. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Monday in Holy Trinity Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made to Pittsburgh Charter Alzheimer Assoc., 1100 Liberty Ave., Suite E201, Pgh., PA 15222. schepnermcdermott.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MOORE JAMES THOMAS WENT HOME T...
MOORE JAMES THOMAS Went home to be with the Lord on March 30, 2017, at the age of 85, following a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Angela Moore; beloved sister, Sally Klass (Sherm); six children; 15 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome Monday 6-8 p.m., 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, 724-941-3211 where a prayer service will be held Tuesday 10:30 a.m., followed by interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital in his memory. Please add or view tributes at: www. beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPARDY ELIZABETH ROSE OF ANNAN...
SPARDY ELIZABETH ROSE Of Annandale, VA, originally from Pittsburgh, PA, returned to her heavenly home on March 29, 2017, after a valiant battle with bone cancer. She was 95 years old. Elizabeth is survived by her sister, Helen Spardy Fazio (Vincent); two nieces, Sandra Fazio Bertini (Albert) and Lynne Fazio Silkman (Richard); six nieces and nephews; and eight great- nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Lena Spardy; and her parents, Vincent and Marietta Spardy. A Viewing will be held at NIED FUNERAL HOME, 7441 Washington St., Pittsburgh, PA 15218 on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at the Madonna del Castello Church, 2021 S. Braddock Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Paul Stefan Home (www.paulstefanhome.org), P.O. Box 754, Locust Creek, VA 22508. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WIKER-WERNER LISA ANN AGE 43, ...
WIKER-WERNER LISA ANN Age 43, formerly of Crafton, unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, March 29, 2017. Beloved mother of Jennifer, Kristine and Lexie; grandmother of Aaliyah; daughter of Nancy Werner Schmitt; sister of Jessica Schmitt and Frank Schmitt, Jr.; step-daughter of Frank Schmitt, Sr.; and daughter of Mike White; also survived by a nephew, nieces, and friends. Celebration of Lisa Ann's life will be held Wednesday, April 5, 2017, from 4 - 7:30 p.m. at the SCHEPNER-MCDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton, with a Blessing Service to follow at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family in c/o Schepner-McDermott Funeral Home, Inc., 165 Noble Ave., Pgh, PA 15205. schepnermcdermott.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NUNES GRACE B. (UTCHEL) AGE 91...
NUNES GRACE B. (UTCHEL) Age 91, of Bridgeville, on March 30, 2017. Loving mother of Joyce Thompson, Greg (Betsy) Nunes, Jeff (Dulcina) Nunes and Chris (Bill Graner) Nunes; daughter of the late Andrew James and Anna (Krouzunas) Utchel; cherished grandmother of Brian (Stephanie) Thompson, Eric Thompson, Elizabeth Nunes, Andrew Nunes, and Barbara Nunes; beloved sister of Connie Godwin; also survived by great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Family and friends received on Sunday, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412.221.3333). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, at 1 p.m. at Holy Child Parish Bridgeville. View and share condolences at warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZUROSKI KENNETH S. 1961 - 2017...
ZUROSKI KENNETH S. 1961 - 2017, age 56, peacefully on March 27, 2017, after a body-weakening but spirit-strengthening battle with colon cancer. Son of the late Margaret Boccardi Zuroski of Pittsburgh and the late Stanley Dutch Zuroski of Wilcox, PA. Beloved husband of Deborah Ainsworth Zuroski and father of Tristan, Haley and Ian; brother of Glenn Zuroski of Haddonfield, NJ and Johanna Zuroski of Pittsburgh; uncle of Andrew Zuroski, Anthony Cooper, Collin Zuroski, Lauren Cooper, Megan Cooper and the late Aimee Zuroski. He is also survived by other close and far relatives and many, many friends. A memorial celebration open to all friends and family will be held April 29, 2017, from 6-8:30 p.m. at the First Unitarian Church (Morewood at Ellsworth) in Pittsburgh. Arrangements McCABE BROS., INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DOUTY RAYMOND C. AGE 75, ON WE...
DOUTY RAYMOND C. Age 75, on Wednesday, March 29, 2017, of Crafton Heights, formerly of Sheraden and Oakdale. Beloved husband and lifelong companion of Maura (Wilhelm) Douty; father of Maura Lee Douty, Daneen M. (Deron) Rackie and Raymond J. Douty; grandfather of Maurlynda Rae Douty, Brett and Bailee Rackie; son of the late Donald E. and Sally Douty; brother of the late Donald H. Douty and Carol Merkt. Ray also loved and enjoyed many good times with his brother and sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews. He was the owner of Dreyer Hearing Aid Service for 30 years. The family will be having a service to celebrate and remember Ray's life at Olivia's, 318 Forest Grove Rd., Coraopolis, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 8, 2017. Memorial contributions may be made to W. PA Humane Society, 1101 Western Ave., Pgh. 15233. Funeral arrangements by the WILLIAM F. CONROY FUNERAL HOME, Sheraden, 412-331-5192. www.wfconroy funeralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRINK PAUL LESTER AGE 95, OF B...
BRINK PAUL LESTER Age 95, of Brevard, NC , passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. Born April 15, 1921 in West View, he was the son of the late Paul Tillman and Georgia (Bruce) Brink. In 1942, he enlisted in the Marine Corps and was deployed during WWII to fight in the South Pacific. After the war, Paul entered the printing business. Upon retirement, Paul enjoyed the arts, whether drawing, writing, or playing music. He is survived by his children, Susan Brink, of MD; Linda (Bill Swearer) Brink of NY; Paul (Belinda) Brink of FL; Judy (Bob) Brink-Drescher of NY; grandson, Tim (Duyen) Brink; great-grandchildren, Autumn and Austin Brink; sister, Arlene Bridge of Hampton Township; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Shirley Testa. A funeral service will be held Monday, April 03, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. at the KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park, PA, with Rev. Anthony Schneck officiating. He will be laid to rest in Uniondale Cemetery in Pittsburgh. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Paul's family at www.kingfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOPAS RICHARD T. AGE 40, OF AR...
KOPAS RICHARD T. Age 40, of Arlington, died unexpectedly Thursday, March 30, 2017. Known for his sense of humor, kindness, and giving heart, he will be deeply missed by many. Ricky was the son of Mary (Seman) Kopas and the late Michael Kopas; and is survived by sister, Michelle Kopas; and niece and nephews. A faithful and steadfast friend, he now finds rest and freedom in his God's arms. Friends will be received on Monday, April 3, from 2-4 and 6 p.m. until time of memorial service at 7:30 p.m. at READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC ., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick, PA 15210. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Funeral Care Fund. Condolences at readshawfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHMITT JOHN F. OF VENETIA, ON...
SCHMITT JOHN F. Of Venetia, on Thursday, March 30, 2017, age 84. Beloved husband of Janice Jan Schmitt; loving father of Mary Mimi Raybuck (Paul), John P. Schmitt and Patty Trax (Bobby); also survived by five grandchildren, Eric (Amy), Kelly (Sam), Ashley (Tim), Lindsay (Lewis) and Ryan (Brittany); and seven great-grandchildren. Visitation Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road, South Park, PA . Funeral Service with full military honors will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Greg Adkins of Peters Creek Baptist Church, officiating. Memorial contributions if desired may be made to Operation Smile www.operationsmile.org. davidhenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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