BALESTRIERI RACHEL THERESA Age 94, of Pittsburgh, died peacefully surrounded by her family on September 9, 2014. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ludwig Henry Balestrieri; loving mother of Rose Kercher, Frank Balestrieri, and Tina Santavicca; grandmother of Michael (Lori) Kercher, Valerie Kercher, Shelly (Jason) Jerome, and the late Tiffany Santavicca; sister of Howard Destro and the late Tony, Frankie, Elmer Destro, and Annie Charmley; also survived by many great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. As per Rachel's wishes, there will be no viewing and a private Christian Burial in Resurrection cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the BAGNATO FUNERAL HOME. Add a tribute at: www.bagnatofuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb