GRIGSBY MARK V. Peacefully on April 20, 2017. Survived by mother, Montera Grigsby; children, Nigel (Maleisha) Harvey, Marcus Grigsby and Danielle (William Prince) Thomas; siblings, Walter (Pam), Linda (Jay), Traci (Rod); honorary brother, Kevin; nine grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by father, Walter V. Grigsby. Visitation Friday, April 28, 2017, 4-8 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC., Penn Hills. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCGREAL PATRICIA M. AGE 91, OF...
McGREAL PATRICIA M. Age 91, of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 23, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Michael W. McGreal; devoted mother of Michael (Lynn), Martin (Susan), William (Denise), and the late Jimmy McGreal; loving grandmother of Katie Riley, Kellie Curl, Michael, Martin, Sean, Stephen, Ashley, and Bill McGreal; cherished great-grandmother of eleven; sister of Mary Louise Borst and the late Mary Margaret Coombs, Frances Jones, James Bridgeman, Jr., Eulalie Eichenlaub, Ruth McCarthy, Joan Kearns, and Sr. Jeanne Bridgeman, C.S.J. Patricia was the primary bookkeeper for her husband's business and helped in any way she could. She was an accomplished singer and spent her lifetime working in choirs, cantoring, and singing at weddings and funerals. She made herself available to all who were in need, supporting both her family and friends. Friends received in the WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road), Penn Hills on Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Friday 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. John Fisher Church, 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORRISON (MCKIBBEN) MARGARET-...
MORRISON (McKIBBEN) MARGARET-ANNE, PhD (AUGUSTINO) Of Cranberry Twp., on Saturday, April 22, 2017. Beloved wife of Ray A. Morrison; dear sister of Robert Augustino; daughter of the late Robert and Margaret Augustino; also survived by many cousins and friends. Peg was a special education teacher with the Pittsburgh Public Schools and later Dr. Peg directed the special education program with the Penn Hills School District. Friends welcome Thursday 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp ., 15220. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Pamphilus Church Friday 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to your favorite Audubon Society or animals support group. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GREEN LARRY ANDRE BAM AGE 51...
GREEN LARRY ANDRE BAM Age 51, of Pittsburgh, PA, departed this life suddenly on April 21, 2017. Visitation on Thursday, April 27, 2017 from 4-8p.m. SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Funeral Service Friday, April 28, 2017 at 11a.m. Calvary Baptist Church, 2629 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALKER EDWARD J. AGE 79, OF IM...
WALKER EDWARD J. Age 79, of Imperial (formerly of McKees Rocks), on Sunday, April 23, 2017. Son of the late John Patrick and Anna (Qail) Walker; brother of Dr. Richard (Kathleen) Walker and the late Patricia Ann Walker and John Francis Walker; uncle of Brady Walker and David Walker; also survived by one great-niece and one great-nephew. Friends are invited to call on Thursday from 9-10:30 a.m. at the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Avenue, Carnegie, then a Funeral Mass will be held at St. Columbkille Church, 103 Church Road, Imperial, PA 15126 at 11:00 a.m. leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRANT CAMILLE (KHALIL) ON APRI...
GRANT CAMILLE (KHALIL) On April 17, 2017, entered into the Kingdom of Heaven. Camille was born on April 6, 1925 in Pittsburgh, PA. She was the eldest daughter of Jabour and Zarefee Khalil. She graduated high school in 1943. After graduation she began work at the American Bridge Shipyard as a LST ship welder during WWII and faithfully helped support her seven younger siblings. She met and married William A. Grant in 1956. She resided in Oil City, PA from 1956 until 1959. She moved to Baltimore, MD in 1960, where she raised four children, started her own drapery business, and resided there until she moved to Las Vegas in 2010. She was the co-founder of St. Mary's Orthodox church in Baltimore. She celebrated 60 years of marriage on September 16, 2016. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Alexis. She is survived by her husband, William; her son William; her daughters, Deborah, Cynthia, and Stacey Aikman. Her grandchildren, Angela, William, and Madison; and great-grandson Sage. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. George Cathedral. Viewing will be held on Friday, April 28, 2017, from 2-8p.m. at BEINHAUER FUNERAL HOME, 2630 W. Liberty Ave., 412-531-4000. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2017, at St. George Cathedral in Oakland at 11a.m., PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Burial to follow in St. George Cemetery, in Bridgeville. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SHAFFER WILLIAM BILL Artist William Bill Shaffer (aka William Szewczyk) grew up in Pittsburgh, studied art at Carnegie Institute of Technology, and then served in the Korean War. Bill was an artist in the Promotion Department of the Los Angeles Times from 1957 until the mid-1990s. He was also a freelance artist and cartoonist throughout his life. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary; son, Frank; daughter, Catherine; and sister, Mary Ann Krajcovic. Friends received on Friday from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service at 1:30 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). Interment and military honors to follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. View and share condolences at: warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PATERAS THERESA A. (PRIMYON) A...
PATERAS THERESA A. (PRIMYON) Age 55, of Upper St. Clair, on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, beloved wife of the late George Pateras; devoted mother of Michael, Joseph, and Zachary Pateras; dear daughter of Joseph and Patricia (Evans) Primyon; loving sister of Deborah (Michael) Healey, Lynn Primyon, Joseph (Kathy) Primyon, and Jacqueline (Patrick) Capatolla; cherished aunt of Lenna, Shaylee, Patric, Lindsay, Laura, and Joey; adoring great-aunt of Demetrios and Niko; daughter-in-law of Helen Pateras and the late Michael Pateras; sister-in-law of John (Chrissy) Pateras, Pete Pateras, Sr. Ephraimia Pateras, and Angelo (Eileen) Pateras; also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Terri's greatest joy was spending time with her children and family. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER'S. Friends welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, (724)941-3211, Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Trisagion service Thursday 7 p.m. Additional visitation Friday 10 a.m. until time of funeral liturgy at 11 a.m. in Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, 123 Gilkeson Rd., Pgh., PA 15228. Interment in Nativity of the Theotokos Monastery. Family suggests memorial contributions to Nativity of the Theotokos Monastery, 121 St. Elias Lane, Saxonburg, PA 16056. Please view or add tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SIEMON CATHERINE D. CATHERINE ...
SIEMON CATHERINE D. Catherine D., age 91 of Indiana Twp., died Tuesday evening, April 25, 2017 at UPMC St. Margaret Hospital with her family by her side. Beloved wife of the late John T. Siemon, Sr.; dear mother of John (Dianne) Siemon, Jr. of Indiana Twp. and Donald (Clarisse) Siemon of Atlanta; grandmother of Dana (John PHD ) Scarpino, John T. M.D. III, and Michael Siemon; great- grandmother of Liliana M. Scarpino. Friends and relatives are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10 a.m. St. Victor Catholic Church, 527 Bairdford Rd., Bairdford, PA 15006. Visitation and entombment will be private for the family. Memorials in her memory may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Ave., Suite E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Arrangements made by BURKET - TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., Oakmont. Visit us at: www.burket-truby.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZUNIC JOHN J. AGE 69, OF OPELI...
ZUNIC JOHN J. Age 69, of Opelika, AL, formerly of Elliott, on Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Loving brother of Mary Stevenson, Rita Zunic and Jane Beistel; beloved son of the late Marie F. and John G. Zunic. John will be sadly missed by his dear friend, Lynn Freeman. Friends received Saturday, 9:30-10:30 a.m at ANTHONY G. STAAB FUNERAL HOME, INC., 900 Chartiers Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Mass of Christian Burial at the Ascension Worship Site of St. Philip Parish on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Interment in St. Martin Cemetery. Add a tribute at: www.staabfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCGEE JACQUELINE L. PEACEFULLY...
McGEE JACQUELINE L. Peacefully on Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Daughter of Frank Bennett; mother of Marci, Dawndra, and Corey Jones; grandmother of Brannon Boea, Brittany Latchie, Corey, Jr., and Isaiah Jones, Eric, Jr., and Paige Jones; sister of Nadine (Lawrence) Powell; niece of Catherine (Raymond) Ellison. Visitation Thursday, April 27, 2017, 4-8 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC. Additional visitation Saturday, April 29, 2017, with family from 12-1 p.m. with Homegoing service to follow at Love Fellowship Church, Turtle Creek. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FIORILLI VIRGINIA GLORIA (GUAL...
FIORILLI VIRGINIA GLORIA (GUALTIERI) Passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2017, in her home in Pittsburgh at the age of 83, surrounded by her family. Virginia is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Donald A. Fiorilli. A devoted mother and grandmother, her family was her world, survived by three children, Donald A Jr. (Mary Ann) Fiorilli, Toniann (Beattie) Fiorilli and Joseph (Scott Nemeroff) Fiorilli; her six grandchildren, Donald III (Katherine) Fiorilli, Mark (Olivia) Fiorilli, Thomas (Kristen) Beattie, Danielle Beattie, Andrew Fiorilli, and Noah Fiorilli-Nemeroff; and one great-grandchild who brought her so much joy in the end of her days, Donald IV Fiorilli. Virginia is also survived by her devoted brother John (Marilyn) Gualtieri; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Carmella Gualtieri; and brothers, Nicholas and Frederick, and Napoleon Gualtieri. Virginia worked for Allegheny County Public Defenders for over 20 years. Always strong in faith, she was a devoted member of St. Catherine of Siena. She led a life full of love, faith, family and friends and her laughter and loving spirit will be missed by all. Family and friends will be received at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Road,Scott Twp.,15220 (412-563-2800) Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral mass at St. Catherine of Siena, Saturday, at 9:30 a.m. The family is forever grateful for the care provided through Allegheny Health Network Hospital and Palliative Care and ask that contributions be made in lieu of flowers. Allegheny Health Network Hospice and Palliative Care Program, 4818 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EVANS DAVID H. SUDDENLY ON APR...
EVANS DAVID H. Suddenly on April 22, 2017, Dave was called to be with our Lord. A free spirit who lived life fully, beloved by his family and many friends. He was selfless, generous, kind, and irreplaceable. He influenced and inspired many lives. Dave was a decorated Vietnam War Veteran, humanitarian, and patriot. Dave is preceded in death by his father, Thomas H. Evans, mother, Patricia A. Evans; sister, Patricia Evans, and brothers, Thomas Evans, and Robert Evans. He is survived by his brothers, Daniel and Donald Evans, sister, Maureen Evans; and brother-in-law, Frederick McKee lll; and nephews, Jarred Townsend Hall, and Jason Evans. He will be missed by many and forgotten by few. Please make donations to Shepherd's Heart Fellowship (a Veterans Homeless Organization), 13 Pride Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Arrangements are private at the convenience of the family and entrusted to READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC., Carrick. Send Condolences to readshawfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DONOVAN ROBERT E. AGE 59, OF D...
DONOVAN ROBERT E. Age 59, of Dormont, on Monday, April 24, 2017. Beloved son of the late Shirley and Robert Branen; brother of Patty Donovan, Terry Bennett and Shirley Buddemeyer (Jim); uncle of Mike Muzzio, Frankie and Terra Bennett and the late John Muzzio; great-uncle of Michael Muzzio, Troy Bennett and Terrence Mosby, Jr. Visitations on Friday from 1:00 -7:45 p.m. at the BRUSCO - FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 214 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington (412-381-2323). Funeral Service at the conclusion of evening visitations. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the family are appreciated. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CIAMPAGLIA MARIO AGE 97, OF BL...
CIAMPAGLIA MARIO Age 97, of Bloomfield, on Wednesday, April 26, 2017. Husband of the late Gemma Ciampaglia; beloved father of Anita (the late Luigi) Ricci, Dante (Kimberly) and Augie (Norine) Ciampaglia; also survived by six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Friends received Thursday 4-8 p.m. and Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WINTER FUNERAL HOME P.C., 4730 Friendship Ave. Funeral on Saturday 9:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Maria Goretti Church, Friendship Campus at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUZZELLI VINCENT A. AGE 87, OF...
BUZZELLI VINCENT A. Age 87, of Morningside, formerly of Bloomfield, on Monday, April 24, 2017. Beloved husband of Dolores S. (Spano) Buzzelli; father of Carolyn Buzzelli Stumpf and Angela Buzzelli (Jayson) Marino; grandfather of Capt. Jason (the late Lt. Ashley White) Stumpf, Erik (Lauren) Stumpf, Adriana Stumpf, Nina Stumpf, Angelica Marino, Leah Marino, and Vinny Marino; great-grandfather of Ashlyn Stumpf; brother of Ralph, Raymond, the late Alphonse (his surviving wife Frances), and Anthony Buzzelli. Friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th St., Lawrenceville, on Friday 2-8 p.m. Funeral mass in St. Raphael Church on Saturday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHAFFER JOSHUA J. AGE 36, OF ...
SCHAFFER JOSHUA J. Age 36, of Shaler, suddenly on Monday, April 24, 2017. He is survived by the love of his life, Renee Ninehouser; loving father of Isaiah and Alivia Schaffer; beloved son of Colleen Scheibel (Tony) and Stephen Schaffer (Marybeth); dear brother of Stephen (Brittany), Rachael (Adam), Rebecca, and Leigha (Heidi); brother-in-law of Christie and Tim Reiber; son-in-law of Dolores Ricci and Andrew Ninehouser; also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. His big heart and sense of humor will be greatly missed. Friends will be received on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 12 to 2 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, where a celebration of life service will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTIN AVE MARIE QUIETLY ON AP...
MARTIN AVE MARIE Quietly on April 25, 2017, beloved daughter of Bernice C. Key; mother of Bernie, Rodney (Vernita), Brenda, Petrina, and the late Lenora Martin, Althea (Chris) Phillips; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and a host of relatives. Friends may call Friday, April 28, 2017, 6-8 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 800 Center St., at South Ave., Wilkinsburg, 15221. Funeral ceremony Saturday, April 29, 2017, 11 a.m. in the Chapel. Burial in Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KLEMPAY JANET (EILEEN) AGE 90...
KLEMPAY JANET (EILEEN) Age 90, of Erie, PA, died Monday, April 24, 2017, at UPMC Hamot, in Erie, following a short illness. She was the daughter of the late Paul and Mary Edna (Hatfield) Klempay, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA. In addition to her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her brother, Paul Klempay; her sister, Edna May (Klempay) Nasci; a nephew, Daniel Nasci and a niece, Julie (Nasci) Kane. Janet is survived by her loyal friend of over 40 years, Barbara Brairton, with whom she shared a home; her brother-in-law, Roger Nasci of Grove City, PA; her sister-in-law, Josephine Klempay, of McMurray, PA; ten nieces and nephews, Roger (Jeanne) Nasci, of Chicago, IL, Michelle (Mike) Manion, of Solon, OH, Dr. Kathy (Dr. Jay) Greenspan, of Philadelphia, PA, Jan (Ed) Meek, Jeffrey (Barbra) Nasci, Tom (Paula) Nasci, Doug (Dawn) Nasci, all of Youngstown, OH, Paul Klempay, of McMurray, PA, and Joseph Klempay, of Venetia PA, and Richard (Chris) Klempay, of Monroeville, PA; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Family and friends are welcome to call at the DUSCKAS-TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 5151 Buffalo Rd., Erie, PA, on Friday from 4-7 p.m. and are invited to attend her Funeral Mass on Saturday at St. Patrick R.C. Church at 11 a.m. Private interment in Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Patrick Church, 130 E. 4th St., Erie, PA 16507, the Sierra Club of Erie, P.O. Box 1556, Erie, PA 16512 or to the charity of one's choice. Share your condolences at www.dusckastaylorfuneral home.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CORTESE PETER J. ON TUESDAY, A...
CORTESE PETER J. On Tuesday, April 25, 2017, Peter J. Cortese, age 88, of Allison Park, formerly of the North Side. Son of the late Raffale and Francesca (Guerra) Cortese. Survived by his wife, Rosalina Cortese and her children, Maricris, Zyra and Raymond; father of Ralph Cortese and Carol Ann Vance; brother of the late Sam Opipery, Dom Opipare, Al Opipare, Louis Opipare, Anthony R. Cortese and Rose Opipare Corea; also survived by grandchildren, great- grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Peter was a member of the Sprinkler Fitters Local Union #542 and was a veteran of the US Army. Family and friends received Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 1 p.m. Saturday at the Church of the Assumption, Bellevue. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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