IRVIN CATHERINE JANE Age 93, formerly of Wexford, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2017. She was the beloved wife of John B. Irvin for 68 years; and is the mother of James Irvin, Judith Olson, Susan Sutherland, Margaret Ambrose and Katherine Partin. Also survived by eight grandchildren. Catherine was born in Detroit, Michigan and moved to Wexford in 1960. Always an accomplished pianist she also played the organ and accompanied the choir at Sts. John and Paul Catholic Church. In the 70's she graduated from La Roche College with a degree in nursing and achieved a life long goal of working as a registered nurse at Allegheny General Hospital. She will always be fondly remembered for her wonderful homemade bread and pies! A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, April 8, 2017, at 12 noon. Everyone please meet at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Arrangements are being handled by the GEORGE A THOMA FUNERAL HOME. INC., Wexford, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LOBER JOSEPH AGE 99, OF FRIEND...
LOBER JOSEPH Age 99, of Friendship Village, Upper St. Clair, formerly of Carnegie, on April 4, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Hazel (Olinger) Lober; loving father of Laurie Lober; brother of the late Andrew, Russell and John Lober, Olga McCormick and Mary Smith. Visitation will be held Thursday 6-8 pm at HENNEY, BRADWELL & NIRELLA FUNERAL HOME, 524 Washington Ave., Carnegie, where funeral service will be held Friday 11:00 am. Interment with full military honors will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. henneybradwellnirella.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CIABATTONI ANTHONY J. CHUB A...
CIABATTONI ANTHONY J. CHUB Age 84, of Meadville, formerly of Scott Twp., on Tuesday, April 4, 2017. Beloved husband of Lena (Scarfo); dear father of Mary Lynn (Reid) Mauri, Tony (Sandra), and Steven (Janet) Ciabattoni; loving grandfather of Nicole, Adrienne, and Catalina; brother of Marie (Joseph) Steele. Friends welcome Friday 3-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Green Tree Rd., Scott Twp., 15220. Mass of Christian Burial in the S.S Simon and Jude Church, Saturday, 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the S.S. Simon and Jude Church, Wesbury Benevolent Fund, St. Mary of Grace in Meadville, or Hospice of Crawfords County, Inc. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DECARLO EUGENIA "JENNY" AGE 88...
DECARLO EUGENIA "JENNY" Age 88, on Friday, December 30, 2016, of Brentwood, formerly of South Side. Beloved wife of the late Ernest DeCarlo; loving mother of Barbara (the late Michael) Seymour, William (Gina) and Joseph (Mary) DeCarlo and the late Thomas DeCarlo; proud grandmother and great-grandmother; sister of Olga, Stephanie, Annie, and Theresa; predeceased by other brothers and sisters; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Jenny was a longtime employee of General Wire and Spring Co. and a longtime parishioner of St. Wendelin Parish. Friends and family will be received in St. Apostles Parish, St. Wendelin Church on Saturday, April 8, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. 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 St. Paul of the Cross Monastery Food Bank, 148 Monastery Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OLLISON CEDRIC D., SR. PEACEFU...
OLLISON CEDRIC D., Sr. Peacefully on Thursday, March 30, 2017, father of Cedric Ollison, Jr.; stepfather of Juwana Smith and Karen Williamson; brother of Freda Ollison, Phyllis Parker (Leon), Cheryl Rannels and Westlynn Davis (Ricco); grandfather of DeShawn and Alisha Ollison. Cedric graduated from Schenley H.S. in 1956 and entered Lincoln University (PA) on an academic scholarship. While at Lincoln he joined Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity and earned his B.S. degree in Mathmatics. He taught in Chester, PA, before enlisting in the US Army. Later, he enrolled in the University of Pittsburgh's Triple-T Masters/Doctorial Program in 1970. He taught math in the Pittsburgh Public Schools and was a counselor at Carrick H.S. Cedric also worked for the Allegheny County CYF and Warrendale Youth Development Center. Visitation with family, Friday, April 7, 2017 from 10-11 a.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC., where service will follow at 11:00 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MALINIC NANCY L. ON SATURDAY, ...
MALINIC NANCY L. On Saturday, April 1, 2017, with her family by her side, Nancy passed away peacefully after an extended, brave battle with throat cancer. Born in Lawrenceville, in 1950, to Ida and Edward Ben Malinic. Nancy was the oldest of five children, including sisters, Pat (George) Cesnik, Jean (the late Gary Gentile); and brothers, Tommy, and the late Eddie. Nancy was a graduate of Seton Hill University, with a bachelor's in fine arts. She was employed at BNY Mellon for over 33 years, achieving the title of Vice President by the end of her career. She was a loving aunt to Julia and Adam Cesnik (Meghan, Carter, and Aubree), Lisa and Allen, (Jon), Jordan and Ben Gentile; and to the neighborhood families. Nancy's artistic talents included calligraphy, wood burning, and water color painting. Her family knows she is flashing her great smile while dancing the polka with Ida in heaven. Friends received at the JOHN F. MURRAY FUNERAL HOME, INC., Butler at 52nd St., Lawrenceville. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Raphael Church, Saturday, 10 a.m. Visitation Friday only, 2-8 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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O'NEIL LAWRENCE CHARLES LARRY...
O'NEIL LAWRENCE CHARLES LARRY Of Greenfield, age 56, died suddenly on April 4, 2017. Larry was the son of Bill and Eileen McShea O'Neil; loving brother of Christine (Hossein) Dashti, Mary Beth Doyle, Caroline (Jim) Deasy; and nephew to his loving aunt and Godmother, Jean McShea. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Film Studies, Larry was also a skilled cabinetmaker, woodworker, and boilermaker. Larry was a lover of music and had vast knowledge of trivial information. He is survived by six nieces and nephews, Cameron and Armon Dashti, Katie Doyle, Colleen Hanley, Meghan Saltzman, Bridget Deasy; great-nephew Christian Saltzman; and great-niece Amelia Saltzman; and many cousins in Pittsburgh, Michigan, and Illinois. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Larry's name to St. Stephen's Parish, 5115 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. Visitation will be on Friday from 12:00 noon to 8 p.m. at the JOHN D. O'CONNOR FUNERAL HOME, 5106 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WHITE CLARENCE WALTER Of Hazelwood and Homestead, on March 29, 2017. Beloved son of Mary White; beloved father of Anthony, Phoenix, and Chuna White; beloved brother of Andrew and Maggie White. Clarence loved his children and was a great dad with a good sense of humor; often known by his friends as C. Visitation with the family Saturday, April 8, 2017, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a Blessing Service at 2:45 p.m. at the JOHN D. O'CONNOR AND SON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5106 Second Avenue, 15207, 412-521- 8116 Patrick Vereb, Supervisor. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NEFF JOHN R. AGE 81, OF WEST C...
NEFF JOHN R. Age 81, of West Chester, PA, passed away on April 1, 2017. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the son of the late Henry R. Neff and Lylie (Hamner) Neff. John was graduated from McKeesport High School and served in the U. S. Air Force from January 1955 - December 1958. He owned Neff Construction Company and Neff Lawn Service. John was a larger-than-life character who brought laughter and insight to those who knew him. He touched the lives of many people in his family, and through his military service, his career selling valves, his volunteer work with the Boy Scouts and his involvement with the people in his local community through his businesses: aerial photography, lawn service, and construction. John is survived by his son, Mark Neff and daughter-in-law, Jacalyn Ackerman; his grandsons, Reece Neff and Calvin Ackerman; and his sister, Emily Suzie Neff Zinsner and her husband, Dan Zinsner and their children, Richard Zinsner, Janice Inman and Karen Zinsner. John was predeceased by his wife, Monika (nee Niemz) Neff and his son, Robert James Neff. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in John's memory can be made to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org with acknowledgements sent to Mark Neff, 1805 Pope Lane, Kernersville, NC 27284 or Suzie Zinsner, 33 Pauls Lane, Bradford, PA 16701. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FICERY KENNETH M. KEN ON TUE...
FICERY KENNETH M. KEN On Tuesday, April 4, 2017, age 80 of Monroeville. Ken was a 1954 graduate of Westinghouse Memorial H.S., in Wilmerding, where he was active in sports; including being all Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League (WPIAL) in football and basketball. He was a 1958 graduate of the Carnegie Institute of Technology, where he lettered four years in football (he was a two way player, playing both offense and defense). He also played basketball and was a recipient of the Curbstone Coaches Award in 1956. He was a US Army veteran; was president of Shiring Associates Insurance Agency; and was inducted into the PA Sports Hall of Fame East Boros Chapter. A son of the late Francis Frank and Mary (Plecenik) Ficery; beloved father of Gregg K. (Kristin) Ficery; dear grandfather of Meredith and Charlotte Ficery; brother of Andrea (James) Parello; and the late Sister Corinne Ficery, O.S.F. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends received at ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME INC., 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, PA 15148, (412) 824-4332, on Sunday, 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Parting prayers in the funeral home at 9 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial in St. Jude the Apostle Church at 10 a.m. Family suggests memorial contributions be made to School Sisters of St. Francis Mt. Assisi Convent, 934 Forest Ave., Pgh, 15202. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BENGELE ROBERT C. BOB AGE 7...
BENGELE ROBERT C. BOB Age 75, of Washington Township, passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2017, in UPMC Shadyside Hospital. Born in Penn Hills on October 11, 1941, he was a son of the late Charles and Nellie (Ormond) Bengele; beloved husband for 47 years of Marge (Klenk) Bengele; loving father of Bob (Bonnie) Bengele, of Harwick, Dan (Carrie) Bengele, of Michigan, Laura (Kalyn) Nolan, of North Carolina, Greg (Ashley) Bengele, of Plum, Lesley Bengele, of Monroeville, and Chuck (Caitlyn) Bengele, of Mt. Washington; grandfather of Owen, Findley, Greyson, Callen, Alex, Charlee, and Maggie; brother of James Bengele, of Scottdale, and Eileen (the late Ed) Small, of White Oak. Friends and relatives will be received at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC.,421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont on Saturday, April 8, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where a funeral service will be at 8 p.m. at the conclusion of the visitation. Donations may be made in his name to a charity of one's choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOBURKA ANTONETTE M. AGE 95, O...
BOBURKA ANTONETTE M. Age 95, of Stowe Twp., peacefully on Monday evening, April 3, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Stephen Boburka; dear mother of James Gig (Donna) Boburka and Marlene (Donald) Brooks; grandmother of James Boburka, Jr., Kristen Gabrielli and Caroline Brooks; great-grandmother of Brandon, Zachary, Madison Marie, Tyler and Anthony. Private services and interment are entrusted to the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 700 7th St., McKees Rocks, PA 15136. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.musmannofh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRUBISA LILLIAN E. AGE 83, OF ...
GRUBISA LILLIAN E. Age 83, of Shaler, passed peacefully on Tuesday, April 4, 2017. Loving wife of 52 years to Stanley Grubisa; cherished mother of Stanley and Cindy Grubisa; preceeded in death by nine caring brothers and sisters; beloved daughter of the late Jesus and Esther Navarro; special aunt of Steve Grubisa and Kathy and Rif Mergenthaler; also adored by many nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Professional Services trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Blawnox. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RIECK LETITIA TISH EMILIE AG...
RIECK LETITIA TISH EMILIE Age 91, of Mt. Lebanon, formerly of St. Petersburg, FL, on Wednesday, April 5, 2017. Devoted wife of the late William Isherwood; cherished aunt of Kristin Rieck, Karin Rieck, the late Tom Rieck (survived by Debbie), Kim (Brad) Fisher, Kelley Kulikowski, Eddie Rieck, John Rieck, and Gus Rieck; loving great-aunt of Tom Rieck, Katie Rieck, Reid Fisher, Caroline Fisher, Meggie Fisher, Michael Kulikowski, Lexi Rieck, and Edward Rieck; beloved sister of John Rieck of New York, NY, and the late Albert (Bette) Rieck and the late Edward (Margaret) Rieck; dear friend of Bob Young, her caregiver for 21 years. Tish was a graduate of The Ellis School in Pittsburgh (where she was president of her class of '43), Bradford Junior College, and Rhode Island School of Design. She was the granddaughter of Pittsburgh's Edward E. Rieck, who was chairman of National Dairy Products Corporation and founder of Rieck Dairy, a precursor of Sealtest and Kraft, Inc. She was formerly married to the late Richard Hagy of Pittsburgh. Over the years, Tish combined her talent as a visual artist with volunteer work at many Pittsburgh hospitals. She was a patron of several artistic institutions in Pittsburgh, particularly the Pittsburgh Public Theater. She also contributed to the National Red Cross, the local food bank, Pittsburgh museums, and the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, and while she had no children of her own, she was a generous supporter of the Children's Hospital Free Care Fund. Her lifelong passion was art, and she won many awards for her pastel portraits while living in Florida. She was an avid bridge player before macular degeneration took its toll. Friends and family will be received at the LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Rd., Mt. Lebanon, on Sunday 4-6 p.m. A short service will follow in the chapel at Laughlin's. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLLINS SISTER PATRICIA, SC Formerly Sister Marie Alicia, age 85, died at Caritas Christi, the motherhouse of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill in Greensburg, on April 6, 2017. Born in East Pittsburgh, Sister Patricia entered the congregation of the Sisters of Charity on September 8, 1950, from St. Mary Magdalene Parish, Homestead. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Alice (Brown) Collins; and a brother, George; she is survived by two brothers, Donald and James Collins; nieces and nephews. Sister Patricia earned a bachelor's degree in education from Seton Hill University and a master's degree in history from Duquesne University. She taught students in junior and senior high school levels in schools of the Altoona, Greensburg and Pittsburgh dioceses. From 1982 through 1990, she was a co-manager of Saint Therese Plaza, Munhall and from 1990-1991, she served in pastoral care ministry at Allegheny General Hospital. From 1991 until 2007, Sister Patricia was a member of the staff at Ursuline Services, Inc., in Pittsburgh, offering guardianship care for the financial and personal needs of the incapacitated elderly in Allegheny County. In 2007, she began ministry at the Little Sisters of the Poor as assistant director for development, a position she held until 2010. An astute historian and uncomplicated personality, Sister Patricia once stated, "Through the experiences of good days and bad days, my faith has deepened and strengthened. Each sister has been God's instrument to help with that growth." Arrangements: Visitation: Friday, April 7, 2017, 2-7 p.m., Vigil: Friday, April 7, 2017, 7 p.m. Funeral: Saturday, April 8 , 2017, 10:30 a.m. Caritas Christi Motherhouse, Mt. Thor Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of Charity, De Paul Center, 144 DePaul Center Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. For more information visit the website, www.scsh.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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O'NEIL LAWRENCE CHARLES LARRY Of Greenfield, age 56, died suddenly on April 4, 2017. Larry was the son of Bill and Eileen Mc Shea O'Neil; loving brother of Christine (Hossein) Dashti, Mary Beth Doyle, Caroline (Jim) Deasy; and nephew to his loving Aunt and Godmother, Jean Mc Shea. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Film Studies, Larry was also a skilled cabinetmaker, woodworker and boilermaker. Larry was a lover of music and had a vast knowledge of trivial information. He is survived by six nieces and nephews, Cameron and Armon Dashti, Katie Doyle, Colleen Hanley, Meghan Saltzman, Bridget Deasy; great-nephew, Christian Saltzman; and great- niece, Amelia Saltzman; and many cousins in Pittsburgh, Michigan and Illinois. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Larry's name to St. Stephen's Parish, 5115 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. Visitation will be on Friday from Noon to 8 p.m. at the JOHN D. O'CONNOR FUNERAL HOME, 5106 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EINLOTH BERT J. III AGE 77, OR...
EINLOTH BERT J. III Age 77, originally from Pittsburgh, died on March 27, 2017. Beloved son of the late Lucille and Bert Einloth, Jr., Bert is survived by his wife, Lynne; daughter, Laurel (Mario) Brescia; sister, Mary Lou; stepdaughter, Katherine (Tim) White; and grandchildren, Sam, Madeline and Cecelia. He received his formal education at Duquesne University and The Wharton School of Business. Bert worked as a marketing executive with General Foods, General Cinema and Citibank in the New York area before retiring to Bluffton, SC in 2003. A generous and loyal friend, love of family and country were important principles; he was an avid reader and bridge player having achieved the status of Silver Life Master in 2016. In recent years, Bert and his family were ever grateful to an altruistic kidney donor and the outstanding care at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Friends will be received prior to a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 310 Mansfield Ave., Green Tree. Interment in St. Michael's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Comprehensive Transplant Center, 600 North Wolfe St., Osler 625, Baltimore, MD 21287. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARKUNAS STEPHEN J. ON TUESDAY...
MARKUNAS STEPHEN J. On Tuesday, March 21, 2017, Mr. Markunas was the beloved father of Victoria Gore (Charles) and Kimberly Lim (Sang), both of Fairfax, VA; son of the late Peter P. and Albertha Ward Markunas; brother of Nancy Lintner of Ocean City, MD, Charlene Miller of Gibsonia, Joan Markunas of Coraopolis, Beverly Pfab of McCandless Twp., Karen Shope of Millvale, Kimberly Sauer of Franklin Park, David Markunas and Brian Markunas, both of Millvale and the late Peter Markunas; grandfather of Emily, Michael and Caitlyn Gore and Evan and Michelle Lim; also ten nieces and nephews; best friend of Dale Henderson; predeceased by a niece. Services were private. Interment will be held in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Arrangements by PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp. Leave condolences at www.permanfuneralhome. com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROSSEY GLADYS R. (ELISH) AGE 8...
ROSSEY GLADYS R. (ELISH) Age 85, of Swissvale, on Thursday, April 6, 2017, beloved wife of the late Gerald Bud Rossey, married 66 years, and born February 19, 1932. Cherished mother of Kathy Kate (the late Donnie) Rossi, Bruce Bud (Theresa) Rossey, Gary (Cheryl), Gregg, Tracy (Gary) Scott, John (Cathy), and Jerry (Kathy); Mamie of Kelly (Jamie) Dicicco, Heather, Josh, Corey, Amanda, Erica (P.J.) Yurt, the late Michael, Damon, Gregg, Mark, Megan (Jeff) Pilkington, Collin, Gary, Eric, Alison, Cameron, Kayla, Lauren, and Ryan; great-grandmother of Ethan, Jamison, and Tori; sister of John Elish and wife Vicki; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-8 p.m. SATURDAY ONLY at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. A blessing service will be held at the funeral home Saturday evening at 8 p.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROSA MARY A. (RODI) AGE 95, OF...
ROSA MARY A. (RODI) Age 95, of Morgan, on April 4, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Carlo Rosa; loving mother of Immaculate Micky Kendzlic and Irene Woods; cherished grandmother of Larry (Stacy), Tracy, Kimmy (Kenny), Tommy and Carly; and great-grandmother of Kaley, Larisa, Kelsey, Lexie, Leigha, Zackary, Dakota and Baylee. Mary was a great cook and volunteered often. She enjoyed cooking for the Chartiers Valley and South Fayette band camps. Family and friends received on Friday 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 Saturday at 10 a.m. at Holy Child Parish. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. View and share condolences at warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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