GORE JACQUELINE M. Peacefully on February 5, 2014, of Penn Hills. Beloved wife of Ozel Snookie; sister of Mable; grandmother of Ricardo, Sr. and Julian, Sr.; godmother of Robin, Sr.; sister-in-law of George (Edith) Gore; aunt of William (Billy) Gore; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation 10 - noon Tuesday at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 1701 Lincoln Ave., with Service immediately following. Services entrusted to SPRIGGS & WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 N. Lang Ave. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER CATHERINE (EVACHUK) AGE...
MILLER CATHERINE (EVACHUK) Age 84, of Sharpsburg, on Wednesday, February 5, 2014. Wife of the late Robert C. Miller; loving mother of Catherine M. Miller and Lisa A. Thomas (Ray); beloved grandmother of Jessica, Michael and Adam; great- grandmother of Ariana, Aiden and Brinlee; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Friends received FRIDAY 2-9 p.m. at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 820 Main St., Sharpsburg, where Services will be conducted Saturday at 10 a.m. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHANER ARNOLD E., JR. SKIP ...
SCHANER ARNOLD E., Jr. SKIP 84, passed away Feb. 1, 2014, leaving behind his beloved wife of 64 years, Shirley M. Schaner; and children, Patricia A. Rusoff and Michael "Mickey" T. Schaner; three grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Skip was the son of the late Dr. Arnold E. Schaner and Helen McElravey Schaner; brother of Robert T. Schaner, deceased, Frederic G. Schaner of Pittsburgh, Paul J. Schaner, M.D. of McMurray, and Mary Helen Schaner Carr of South Park, PA. Born in Glassport, PA, Skip worked for U.S. Steel for 37 years and retired with his loving wife, Shirley, his Baldwin High School sweetheart, to Port Charlotte, FL, in 1986. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PUGLIN RON AGE 70, FORMERLY O...
PUGLIN RON Age 70, formerly of West Mifflin and Lincoln Place, died peacefully on Thursday, February 6, 2014. Beloved father of Dawn (Brian) Bernard and Tracy (Keith) Ferrington; proud grandfather of Jesse T. Puglin; step-grandfather of Andrew and Jason Ferrington and Brian and Aleka Bernard; son of the late James Puglin and Elizabeth Berger; stepson of Dolores Puglin and the late John Berger; brother of Charlie Puglin, Jerry Berger, Ricky Puglin, Debbie Taylor, Donna Kean, Jimmy Puglin, and the late Denny Berger; former husband of Jean Puglin. Member of Ironworkers Local # 3, Boilermakers Lodge 154, USBC, Elks and the Hays Moose. Ron was an avid bowler, belonging to many leagues at both Playmor Bowl and Coral Lanes, and a fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates, Steelers, and Penguins. Visitation will be held Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, where a Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Park. Please leave condolences at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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POWER GRAHAM L. A RESIDENT OF ...
POWER GRAHAM L. A resident of Golden LivingCenter, Murrysville formerly of Irwin, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2014. Husband of Pastor Pam (Riggs) Power; father of Andrea (Donovan) Darling, Michael (Hannah) Power, Matthew S. Power and the late Timmy Power; grandfather of Zachary and Allison Darling; brother of Paul Power. Visitation 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the WILLIAM SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, 1570 Clay Pike Rd., North Huntingdon, with Bishop Kurt Kusserow officiating assisted by Pastor Janice Altenburger and Pastor Linda Theophilus. Those attending the Funeral Service please go directly to the church. In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made in Graham's name to White Oak Animal Safe Haven Inc., 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DALEY ROBERT W. BULLET BOB O...
DALEY ROBERT W. BULLET BOB Of Mt. Lebanon, on Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at the age of 86. "Bullet" truly lived life to the fullest; each day was filled of love, exuberance, happiness, and song. He defied his age, keeping a schedule in which few could compete exercising daily, singing, and volunteering his time and experience to various veteran organizations. Beloved husband of the late Regina Brockett Daley; devoted father of the late Doni Popovich and Sean Daley; son of the late John and Elizabeth Daley; brother of Agnes Corbett, the late Frank Daley, Paul Daley and Ruth Hildum; proud grandfather of Geoffrey D. (Eva Roman) Popovich and Joshua D. Popovich; great grandfather of Henry R. and Gabriel R. Popovich; father-in-law of John M. Jay Popovich. Bob was honored to have served his country in World War II in the United States Marine Corps as a BAR man in the 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines, 2nd Marine Division. He fought in the Battles of Saipan (at the age of 17) and Tinian. Bullet was proud of being a Marine and was the Commandant of the Marine Corps League Detachment 726, Bethel Park, until his untimely death. He was active in and past Commandant of American Legion (Post 760, Bethel Park). Bob found his calling with a keen design eye after his active service, and was the owner of Bob Daley's Drawing Board, excelling in designing home and commercial interiors. In the late 1970s and early 1980s he designed and redesigned the interiors of several Pittsburgh area McDonald's restaurants and the interior of the McDonald's Tour Bus. Bob also hosted a series of design shows on WQED and was a guest speaker on local TV stations. He was a Design Instructor at local colleges, including Duquesne University, Carnegie Institute and Community College of Allegheny County. Bob was a member of the South Hills Chorale, and was often called upon to sing the National Anthem at many veteran funerals. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Bernard Church, Saturday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment will be private. The family suggests memorials in Bullet Bob's honor be made to the Marine Corps League Detachment 726, P.O. Box 533, Bethel Park, PA 15102. LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DIMASSIMO DEBRA M. (KOPP) OF R...
DIMASSIMO DEBRA M. (KOPP) Of Ross Twp., on Wednesday, February 5, 2014. Beloved mother of Alyssa (Shawn) Williams and Maria (Eric) Sullivan; grandmother of Finnigan, Emma, Conner and Raelee; daughter of Marie O'Neill Kopp and the late Charles W. Kopp; sister of Charles W. (Concetta) Kopp II, Pam Slaby and Sherrie (Andy) Pavlovic. Friends received Saturday 6-8 p.m., followed by a Memorial Service at 8 p.m. in the Chapel of KYPER FUNERAL HOME, 2702 Mt. Royal Blvd., in Mt. Royal Cemetery, Glenshaw. Private entombment in the mausoleum in Mt. Royal Cemetery. Memorials may be made to ECAN-Esophageal Cancer Action Network, PO Box 243, Stevenson, MD 21153. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PARTANEN DR. CARL R. OF HIGHLA...
PARTANEN DR. CARL R. Of Highland Park, on Tuesday, February 4, 2014, age 92. Beloved husband of Jane Nelson Partanen; father of Karen Ellen Partanen and partner Irene Craig of Toronto, Kirsten Grace Partanen of Ottawa and the late Richard Albert Partanen; grandfather of Dorothey Partanen-Craig of Toronto. Carl did his undergraduate work at Lewis and Clark College and received his master's and Ph.D. from Harvard University. He was a Research Associate at the Children's Cancer Research Foundation in Boston, MA, now the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, from 1957 to 1961 when he came to the University of Pittsburgh as Associate Professor. He continued at Pitt as a researcher and teacher for 43 years, chairing the Department of Biology from 1963 to 1970. Carl served in the US Army Air Force during WWII, building airfields in North Africa and Europe. A Funeral Service will be held at Shadyside Presbyterian Church on Friday, February 14, 2014, at 11 a.m. Private Interment will take place at a later date in Fife Cemetery, Keene, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the University of Pittsburgh Biological Sciences Department, the Finnish Nationality Room, or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by McCABE BROS., INC. www.mccabebrothers.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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CHAMBERLAIN FRANK A., JR. 47, ...
CHAMBERLAIN FRANK A., Jr. 47, passed away peacefully at home in Murrysville, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2014, with his loving family at his side. He was born May 27, 1966, in Pittsburgh, son of Franklin A. Chamberlain, Sr. and his wife, Vivian, of Florida, and Sophia (Daykon) Houck and her husband, Louis, of Fox Chapel. In addition to his parents, Frank is survived by his beloved wife, Christine; daughters, Nicole and Courtney; a sister, April Chamberlain-Simpson and her husband, Guy, of State College; nieces, Chloe and Ella; and a nephew, Max. Frank's greatest joy was being involved with his daughters' activities, especially coaching his daughter Courtney's softball team and watching Nicole's ice skating competitions. He loved classic cars and dirt car racing, in which he competed in many racing events at Marion Center Speedway for five years. He was also an avid model builder and as a result, won many awards. Frank was also a bicycling enthusiast. During the summer of 2001, accompanied by his brother-in-law, Guy Simpson and cousin, Greg Glovach, he participated in the 500 Mile Bike Ride, Ragbrai across the State of Iowa. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at BASH-NIED FUNERAL HOME, 152 Abbe Place, Delmont, 724-468-8381. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church in Murrysville. By the family's request, everyone is asked to please meet at the church. Interment will be held privately for the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Frank's Chamber of Hope, I/C of S&T Bank, 4251 Old William Penn Highway, Murrysville, PA 15668. www.bash-niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SKEZAS NICHOLAS J. OCT. 3, 192...
SKEZAS
NICHOLAS J.
Oct. 3, 1921 ~ Feb. 7, 2003
The world may change from year to year and friends from day to day.
But never will the one we loved from memory pass away.
Sadly missed by all of us.
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CZAPLICKI ALEXANDER F., JR. OF...
CZAPLICKI ALEXANDER F., Jr. Of New Sewickley Twp., formerly of West View, on Thursday, February 6, 2014. Beloved husband of 63 years to Rita S. (Barus) Czaplicki; father of Diana M. Marks (Dale), Patricia A. Czaplicki-McChesney, Daniel A. Czaplicki (Karin), Cynthia J. Hall (David), and Alexander J. Czaplicki (Theresa); brother of Joseph Czaplicki and the late Sophie Balcerak and Pauline Opalanko; also survived by ten grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Friends received Saturday 6-8 and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Rd., 724-772-8800. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Ferdinand Church Monday 10 a.m. Alexander was a member of K of C #3907, Our Lady of Olives and Past Grand Knight, and he worked for Conrail as an assistant general manager for 43 years. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to McGuire Memorial Home, 2119 Mercer Rd., New Brighton, PA 15066 or St. Ferdinand Church Building Fund. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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TWERSKY ALBERT ON WEDNESDAY, F...
TWERSKY ALBERT On Wednesday, February 5, 2014. Beloved husband of 62 years to Edith Twersky; beloved father of Jack (Renee) Twersky and Jeffrey (Debra) Twersky; brother of Marvin Twersky and Shirley (Robert) Zimmerman; grandfather of Emma Twersky and Gabe Young; also survived by many cherished nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Friday at 1 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to Services (12 Noon - 1 p.m.). Interment Homewood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh/Twersky Family Lone Soldiers Fund, 234 McKee Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. www.schugar.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVIS BRICE A. 62, OF UPPER BU...
DAVIS BRICE A. 62, of Upper Burrell, formerly of Penn Hills, on Wed., Feb. 5, 2014. Born Jan. 8, 1952. Brice worked as a machinist for Campbell, ALKAB and Contraves Manufacturing. He is survived by his wife, Mary Anne Anschuetz Davis; children, Monica (John) Bell of Ambridge, Christopher Davis of Greensburg, Sheree Davis of Penn Hills, Rachel Davis of Upper Burrell; two grandchildren, Nathaniel and Holly Bell; mother, Mary Jane Heid Stahl of Oakmont; two brothers, Ed (Denise) Davis of Plum, and Dale (Kim) Davis of North Huntingdon. Visitation Thurs. 6-8 p.m., Friday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the RUSIEWICZ OF LOWER BURRELL FUNERAL HOME. Christian Funeral Mass Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Margaret Mary Church. The family suggests donations to Good Samaritan Fund at St. Margaret Mary Church, 3055 Leechburg Rd., Lower Burrell 15068. www.rusiewiczfh.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MCGORAN GERALD W. JERRY AGE ...
McGORAN GERALD W. JERRY Age 83, of Dormont, on Wednesday, February 5, 2014. Former husband of Joyce McGoran and the late Shirley Triggs; devoted father of Thomas (Alycia) Mclellan, Robert (Karen) Mclellan, John (Linda) McGoran, William McGoran, Jennifer McGoran (Donald) Kelly, Shawn (Krissy), Cullen and Kevin McGoran, the late Marjorie Mclellan, and Gerald D. McGoran; also survived by eleven grandchildren, five great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews; brother of Genevieve Prahl, the late Alvina Poland, Maryann Kreimendahl, and Shirley Mandell. Jerry was a proud Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict, a Past Commander of the Dormont VFW and a retired Postal Worker. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mount Lebanon, Saturday evening 5-7 p.m. and Sunday 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Catherine of Siena Church, Beechview, Monday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made to Wounded Warriors Project, 301 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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COLAIZZI FAUSTO (FIORE) MARCH ...
COLAIZZI FAUSTO (FIORE) March 25,1935 to February 3, 2014. Peacefully passed away on Monday, February 3, 2014 of Coconut Creek, FL, formerly of Pittsburgh. Beloved husband of Nina (LeDonne) Colaizzi; loving father of Nancy Colaizzi, Carlo Colaizzi, and Lisa (David) Kaplan; grandfather "Toto" of Anthony Ciaramitaro, Zoey Kaplan, Alexandra, and Olivia Colaizzi. Cherished brother of Aurora (late Alfredo) Pitassi, Ersilia (late Andrea) Graziani of Roma, Italy, Elio (Irma) Colaizzi, Vittorio (Antonietta) Colaizzi of Ateleta, Italy, Annamarie (Donald) Runco, and Franco (Teresa) Colaizzi; brother-in-law of Italia LeDonne and Lucy (Phil) Catone; also survived by loving nieces and nephews. He was the former owner of Fausto's Italian Restaurant in Sharpsburg, PA. He will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew and loved him. A memorial Catholic Mass will be held on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at St. Maria Goretti Church, Friendship Campus at 9:30 a.m. Family and friends please meet at the church. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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WUERTHELE NANCY J. (MURPHY) AG...
WUERTHELE NANCY J. (MURPHY) Age 70, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2014, surrounded by her family. She was the sole owner of Yesterday's News, Pittsburgh's first vintage clothing store, for over 30 years, before retiring in 2013. A longtime resident and businesswoman in the South Side, Nancy was beloved by many friends, colleagues, regular customers, and neighbors. She was an opinionated fashionista, an expert seamstress, a devoted feline caretaker, and safe haven for wayward souls of all kinds. An avid lover of culture and an expert listener, she was never starved for conversation. She is survived by her daughter, Kim Banks; her grandchildren, Cailey Breneman, Zach Breneman, and Hannah Banks; her sister, Patricia Gannett; her nieces, Jamie Story and Keli Lydell; her son-in-law, Chris Banks; and her cousin, Mike Clark. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2014, at 1:00 p.m. at the Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community, 2700 Jane Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Nancy's memory to Persian Purebred & Purrbaby Rescue, P.O. Box 12395, Columbus, OH 43212, or at persianpurrbaby.petfinder.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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TESTA SHIRLEY MAE SHIRLEY BRIN...
TESTA SHIRLEY MAE Shirley Brink Testa, 90, returned to the Lord Jan. 31, 2014. Shirley was born in Pittsburgh and grew up there and in Johnstown, PA. After high school, she went to New York where she began a career as a professional singer, skater, and model. While touring the country, she married fellow performer, Louis Testa. They moved to Pittsburgh to raise their family. While there, they continued to perform and developed and operated the Alpine Recreation Club. Later, they moved to Rhode Island and eventually settled in Pompano Beach, FL in 1979. Louis predeceased her in 1995 after 44 years of marriage. Shirley lived a very special and spiritual life, sharing the joy of love with everyone along the way. She will be missed dearly by her loving family: sons, Joseph and Anthony; daughter-in-law, Lisa; grandchildren, Lia, Joseph (Tony), Marisa, Mario, and Cote; sister, Arlene; brother, Paul; and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. If anyone wishes to make a donation, the family suggests the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LUNTZ RONALD HOW COULD A YEAR ...
LUNTZ
RONALD
How could a year be gone when I still see you everywhere! I miss you so very much - the long discussions about our future together and the rides on your Harley. I miss going to the many events we enjoyed together; the summer concerts at Riverview Park, plays and festivals and going to your church for service or fellowship gatherings. I know you are still with me. I hear you talking to me in favorite songs. I know you are close by when I see the wild turkeys visiting near your resting place and when the deer walk on my hillside. When I see the bluebirds, the hummingbirds or the hawks sailing in the sky, I know you are near. How I miss your fresh breaded fish, wild mushrooms, corn on the cob and fried potatoes. I miss helping in the garden and planting flowers just to see the awesome textures and colors. I miss taking our trips to the Wilhelm and Foxburg wineries. I miss going to flea markets and house sales to find some great treasure. I miss the warmth of your body next to me and being wrapped in your arms. I miss sitting on the glider by the fire pit enjoying the evening together or looking at the stars and having you point out constellations.
You were a wonderful man and we were a great couple together. We loved and respected each other and no one can take that away from us. You will always have a part of my heart and someday we will ride again together. Until then, keep reminding me you are near. Fly like an eagle and let your spirit carry me.
Always your baby, Donna
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JACKSON ERMA R. PEACEFULLY PAS...
JACKSON ERMA R. Peacefully passed, January 27, 2014. Funeral Ceremony will be held Saturday, February 8, 2014 at Victory Temple Original Church, 2824 Grand Blvd., 11 a.m. Interment in Allegheny Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL OF PT. BREEZE, 412-241-7998. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MARASCO CAROL TWO YEARS HAVE G...
MARASCO
CAROL
Two years have gone by since you went away,
And there's days that pass that it feels like yesterday.
I still wake up and wonder how this could be,
And I pray to God to bring me my Mummy.
Your babies talk all the time about their Nun,
And how when they were with you they had so much fun.
I wait until the day until we meet again, my mother, my protector, my friend.
Love, your daughter, Jennifer
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