FRANCIS THOMAS P. Age 65, of Dormont, passed away peacefully with his family by his side. He was born on September 4, 1948, to the late George and Virginia Lutz Francis. Mr. Francis served his country in the United States Army as a Sergeant during the Vietnam War. Tom was an avid Steelers fan as well as season ticket holder but most of all he was a proud father and grandfather. Survivors include daughters, Kimberly (Frank) Dreslinski of Tarentum, Jacqueline (Peter) Szymanski of Indiana Twp., Erin Francis of Dormont; brothers, George Francis of Cranberry, David (Mary) Francis of Charlotte, NC, Kenny (Mary) Francis of Morningside; sisters, Diane (Dean) Trombetta of Greenfield, Kathy Murphy of North Hills; grandchildren, Emily Dreslinski, Julia, Emma and Anna Szymanski. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Judy Boff. At Mr. Francis's request, services will be private. Burial will be in the Cemetery Of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Arrangements entrusted to the CHARLES B. JARVIE SPRINGDALE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 801 Pgh. St. www.jarviefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUCCIARELLI THOMAS W. MOE ON...
BUCCIARELLI THOMAS W. MOE On Wednesday, August 6, 2014, of Swissvale. Beloved husband of 65 years to Magdalen Pudge Brush Bucciarelli; loving father of Coleen Fox Humberson and her husband, Ron, Timothy G. Bucciarelli and Rhonda Seighman of Export, and the late Thomas G.; dear pap of Ryan, Kassandra, Chris, Mackenzie, Angel, Ashley, Haley, Daniel, and Nina. Moe was preceded in death by his brothers and sister. Mr. Bucciarelli retired as a pipefitter with the Union Switch & Signal. Also, he was a veteran of WWII. Friends received 2-8 p.m. SUNDAY ONLY at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial in the Madonna del Castello Roman Catholic Church Monday morning at 9:30 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KUJAWA PATRICIA (WELCH) PATSY...
KUJAWA PATRICIA (WELCH) PATSY Age 75, died early on Monday, August 4, 2014, at Family Hospice in Mt. Lebanon, PA. From Bridgeville, PA, she is the widow of Dennis Kujawa; survived by brother, Don Welch. Also known by many as "Aunt Pat", she will be lovingly remembered by all of those lives she touched. We will miss her greatly. No Services at this time. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HURST MARGARET J. PEGGY (KAI...
HURST MARGARET J. PEGGY (KAISER) Age 91, of Masonic Village, formerly of Canyon Lake, TX, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2014, at her home. She was born in Indianapolis, IN to the late John and Idris (Jackson) Kaiser. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Theodore Hurst; daughter, Linda Hurst; and brothers, Gene and Donald Kaiser. Beloved mother of Thomas Hurst of San Diego, CA and Deborah Crivelli (James) of Moon Township; cherished grandmother of Danielle Pindel (Robbie) of S. Fayette and Douglas DeBlasio (Kelsie) of Collier Township, Kevin Crivelli of Pittsburgh and Justin Crivelli (Brittany) of Maine; proud great- grandmother of Giuliana and Caison Pindel, Brady DeBlasio and Adriana Crivelli; sister-in-law of Maxine Kaiser of Indiana. Peggy's passion was playing golf daily, especially at Canyon Lake golf course. She also enjoyed Bridge, square dancing and loving her family. Peggy requested no visitation. A Memorial Service will be scheduled later at Masonic Village. If desired, family suggests donations in her name to the Wounded Warrior Foundation. Arrangements by COPELAND FUNERAL HOMES. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ELLIOTT DONALD W. AGE 79, OF P...
ELLIOTT DONALD W. Age 79, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Scott Twp. and Carnegie, on Tuesday, August 5, 2014. Devoted father of Donald R. Russ Elliott of Scott Twp. and Leah Ann (Rich) Cass of Whitehall; loving grandfather of Megan and Kevin Cass; beloved companion of Patricia A. Barkovich of Pittsburgh's Spring Hill neighborhood; brother of the late Jean Barrett and Thomas M. Elliott. Don was born and raised in McDonald, PA. He graduated from Washington and Jefferson College in 1957, then served with the U.S. Army in the Panama Canal Zone. He was a sales representative for Amerock Corporation for 28 years prior to retiring in 1995. Don enjoyed singing and was a past member of the Char Val Singers and ICTUS Choruses. There will be no visitations. Service and interment will be private. If desired, memorials may be made to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 236, Pittsburgh, PA 15230. LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BIREK JOSEPH W. BUTCH AGE 68...
BIREK JOSEPH W. BUTCH Age 68, suddenly on Wednesday, August 6, 2014. Beloved son of the late Joseph and Margaret Birek; dear brother of Mary Frances Byrne, Peggy Hirt, Rosemary and Cynthia Birek; uncle of Jeff Byrne, Josh Hirt, Lisa Christopher, Ashley Johnson and their families. Friends received Sunday 12-6 p.m. THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral Prayer Monday 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Peter Church, Prince of Peace Parish at 10 a.m. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KLYSZ DAVID E. AGE 70, OF O'HA...
KLYSZ DAVID E. Age 70, of O'Hara Twp., passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2014. Beloved husband of Joanne (Miller) Klysz; loving father of David G. (Patti) Klysz and Jeffrey S. (Cari) Klysz; cherished grandfather of Brandon Migitsch, Tyler Heasley, Nikki Heasley and Lauren Heasley; son of the late Edward and Esther Klysz. Dave attended Colorado State University, where he studied Forestry. Returning to Pittsburgh he attended Pittsburgh Beauty Academy and scholarships provided him continuing education in Canada and California. After five years working in the Los Angeles area, he returned to Pittsburgh to open his own business, The Headquarters in Blawnox. Following 25 years of a successful career in hairdressing he opened Time and Again Restoration in Blawnox, which he owned and operated. In his later years, Dave found pleasure and peace in his art. He loved the game of golf and spending time with his family. Friends will be received Sunday, August 10, 2014, from 2-6 p.m. at the WEDDELL-AJAK FUNERAL HOME, 100 Center Ave., Aspinwall. A Funeral Mass will be held Monday, August 11, 2014, at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph's Church, 342 Dorseyville Rd., O'Hara Twp. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROWN EILEEN (BUZZANELL) AGE 9...
BROWN EILEEN (BUZZANELL) Age 96, formerly of Carnegie, on Wednesday, August 6, 2014. Wife of the late John C. "Brownie" Brown, Sr.; mother of John C. (late Lynn) Brown, Jr., Samuel Joseph (Margie) Brown, David Gerard (Kim) Brown, Ann Mary Cavolo; and niece, Terri Martin; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister of Catherine Ann (Jim) Rea and James (Barbara) Buzzanell; also survived by many other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by six brothers and sisters. Friends are invited to call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday at the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Avenue, Carnegie. Funeral Mass on Monday in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 330 Third Avenue, Carnegie at 10 a.m. www.leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GILLENBERGER DAVID G. AGE 58, ...
GILLENBERGER DAVID G. Age 58, member of IBEW Local Union #5, unexpectedly on Tuesday August 5, 2014, of Whitehall. Beloved father of Devin Gillenberger and Tammy Palombia; cherished son of Vernon P. and Marlene (Leitl) Gillenberger, Sr.; loving brother of Vernon P. (Carrie) Gillenberger, Jr., Robert (Susan) Gillenberger and the late Kevin R. Gillenberger; uncle of Robert, Amy and Lisa Gillenberger and Kristy Egnac; great-uncle of Blake Egnac. Friends received Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick. Funeral Prayer Monday in funeral home at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church. Interment St. John Vianney Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Send condolences to: www.readshawfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEARD FLOYD, SR. AGE 56, OF LI...
BEARD FLOYD, Sr. Age 56, of Lincoln-Lemington, suddenly on Monday, August 4, 2014. Beloved husband of Lillie Beard. Visitation Sunday 3-7 p.m. at COSTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., E. Liberty. Funeral Service Monday 11 a.m. at New Vision Community Church, 1620 Randolph Ln., Verona. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COX JEFFREY A. AGE 64, OF BETH...
COX JEFFREY A. Age 64, of Bethel Park, passed away, with his family by his side, on Thursday, August 7, 2014. Born June 17, 1950. Beloved husband of Colleen (Kelly) Cox; loving father of Melissa (Matthew) Topka and Jeffrey (Jaclyn) Cox; cherished Pap Pap of Laila Topka; and grandpups, Ace and Cocoa. Services are private and have been entrusted to CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AUSTIN MARY L. AGE 85, OF COOK...
AUSTIN MARY L. Age 85, of Cooksburg, PA, passed away early the morning of Wednesday, August 6, 2014, at Clarion Hospital. Formerly of Gibsonia, PA, Mary was born March 24, 1929, in Dormont, PA, the daughter of John Thomas and Anne (O'Donnell) Garvey. She was united in marriage on April 25, 1953, to Edwin R. Austin, who preceded her in death September 10, 1989. While living in Gibsonia, Mary worked at St. Barnabas Nursing Home and Richland High School Cafeteria. After moving to Marienville in 1990, she worked for the U.S. Forest Service, served as Secretary/Treasurer for Barnett Township in Forest County for 18 years and worked at Kwikfill in Marienville for several years. Surviving are a daughter, Pamela J. Eck and her husband, Adam, of Cooksburg; a granddaughter, Ashley E. Eck of Cooksburg; and a grandson, Edwin S. Eck and his fiancée, Emillie Myers, of Butler. Additional survivors include two great grandchildren, Camillie and Edwin S. Eck, Jr. of Butler, and a third great-grandchild soon to be born; as well as a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Thomas E. Garvey, Michael Garvey, and William Garvey. As per Mary's request, there will be no public visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Ann's Church in Marienville on Saturday, August 23, 2014, at 10 a.m. with Father Christopher Barnes, Pastor, as celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mary's name to the Marienville Area Library or the Marienville Food Bank. The RONALD McDONALD FUNERAL HOME, in Marienville has been entrusted to handle the arrangements. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRIFFITH JANET (REID) AGE 78, ...
GRIFFITH JANET (REID) Age 78, of Bethel Park, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on August 8, 2014. Born May 14, 1936, in Bethel Park, she is the daughter of the late Alan R. and Alda M. (Weir) Reid; beloved mother of Beth (Timothy) Taylor of Bethel Park, Roy (Cheri) Griffith of McMurray, Terri (Phil Cragg) Griffith of Florida, and Dale (Stacey) Griffith of McMurray; proud grandmother of Robert and Julianne Griffith, Reid and Rachel Taylor, Zachary, Cassidy, Alison and Benjamin Griffith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her devoted brothers, Robert, John (Jack) and Marshall Reid. Janet worked as a teller for Mellon Bank, Washington, PA, for over ten years. Family and Friends are welcome on Monday, August 11, 2014, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA, 15317, (724) 260-5546. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with Tim Taylor, officiating. Burial will follow in Bethel Cemetery, Bethel Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the ASPCA at www.aspca.org/donate. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HOWE M. JEAN AGE 88, OF MOUNT ...
HOWE M. JEAN Age 88, of Mount Lebanon, on Friday, August 8, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Richard E. Howe; devoted mother of Marilyn (Keith) Moorhouse, Pamela Howe, Beverly (Mark) Feris, Barbara (Gus) Florent and the late Gwendolyn Howe; sister of Mary Ann Evans, the late Lois Madden, Clark and Richard Hogsett; loving grandmother of Matthew, Danielle, Amanda, Daniel, Melissa, Michael, and Rachel; great-grandmother of Daniel, Quentin and Felix; also survived by nieces and nephews. For nearly 30 years, she was a special education teacher at Pathfinder School of Bethel Park. Jean loved to sing in the South Hills Chorale, to swim, act, travel, play piano, and dance. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mount Lebanon, Monday 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in the Hickman Chapel of Asbury Heights Retirement Community, Tuesday morning at 10:30. If desired, memorials may be made to Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church, 3319 West Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15216. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RENGERS THOMAS G., JR. AGE 55,...
RENGERS THOMAS G., Jr. Age 55, of Hampton Twp., on Friday, August 8, 2014. Loving husband of Maryann (Papalia); beloved father of Nicole McCarthy (Shawn), Christine Battiston (Jason), Thomas G. Rengers III, and the late Michael Rengers; grandfather of Ainsley; son of Nancy Rengers and the late Thomas G. Rengers, Sr.; brother of Kimberly Nelson (Mike), Timothy E. Rengers (Betsy) and Lynn Nelligan (Kerry); also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 820 Main St., Sharpsburg. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 10 a.m. in St. Ursula Church, Hampton Twp. Interment will be private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WINSLOW JOSEPH ALBERT AGE 69, ...
WINSLOW JOSEPH ALBERT Age 69, died Wednesday, August 6, 2014, in a local hospital. He was born in West Mifflin, PA and was the son of the late Anna Nagy Winslow and John A. Winslow, and the widower of Elizabeth Ann Winslow. Joe had retired from the U.S. Navy after 22 years of service, during which he participated in the Cuban Missile Crisis. He recently retired as sales manager of A & B Propane Co. He was one of the founding members of the Total Image Truck Club, and a member of the V.F.W. in West Mifflin, PA. Left to cherish his memory are his sons, Joseph M. Winslow (Anne Marie) of Chesapeake, and Daniel J. Winslow (Angela) of Newport News; a sister, Joan A. Durham of Leavenworth, KS; and three grandchildren, Christopher S. Winslow of Virginia Beach, Jade N. Gillis (Ricky) and Chance M. Winslow, all of Chesapeake. A visitation with family and friends will be held on Monday, August 11, 2014, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Chesapeake Chapel of H.D. OLIVER FUNERAL APARTMENTS, 1416 Cedar Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be made at: www.hdoliver.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZARICHNAK RONALD JOHN A MEMORI...
ZARICHNAK RONALD JOHN A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Ronald John Zarichnak who passed away on May 30, 2014, will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2014, at the VLADIMIR S. CORBA FUNERAL HOME, 300 East Main St., Carnegie. Friends and family to meet starting at 10 a.m. followed by a service at 11 a.m. Son of the late Charles and Rose Zarichnak; dear brother of Earl (Paulette) Zarichnak; beloved uncle of Earl R. and Amy Zarichnak; survived by many cousins. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church, P.O. Box 835, Carnegie, PA 15106. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DONOVAN A.
August 10, 1999
Happy 15th Birthday, Donovan. We love and miss you
Love, Dad, Mom, Celina and Julian
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KORPA NORMA JEAN AGE 75, OF NO...
KORPA NORMA JEAN Age 75, of North Port, FL, passed away August 5, 2014. She was born May 11, 1939 in Pittsburgh, PA. Norma was a sales associate for more than 20 years with Kaufmann's Department Store in Pittsburgh. She moved to North Port in 2004. Norma was the life of the party, vibrant and the sweetest person you ever met. She is greatly missed by daughter, Janine Korpa (Gary Hutsenpiller) of North Port; son, Mark (Diane) Korpa of Westminster, MD; brothers, Joseph Cardello of Oklahoma City, OK and Fred Brucker of Waddell, AZ; grandchildren, Steven (Jessica) Korpa, Jayden Blumentritt, Kara Kupstas and Thomas TJ Korpa; and one great-granddaughter, Emeri Korpa. Celebration of Life Services will be held on September 27, 2014, in North Port, FL. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DUSENBERRY BERNARD DUSEY D. On Monday, August 4, 2014, Bernard D. Dusenberry, age 92, resident of Sherwood Oaks, Cranberry, formerly of McCandless. Beloved husband of the late Eleanor E. Dusenberry; father of Denee (Todd) Stevenson, of Big Beaver, Debra D. (late Roland) Koll, of Bailey, CO, Daryl (Jeff) Rahenkamp, of McCandless, and Diane (Mark) Welling, of Kennewick, WA; grandfather of Ann, Ellen, Aaron, Evan, and Elainna; great- grandfather of William. Services private. Mr. Dusenberry was a 1943 graduate of Allegheny College and a member Phi Delta Theta Fraternity. During WWII, while stationed in India, he served in the USAAF as a 1st Lieutenant Burma Hump Pilot, crossing over the Himalayas to drop supplies in China and South Asia. He was awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses and the China War Memorial Badge with five battle stars. He continued flying with the Condor Flying Club, Zelienople, until he was 80 years old. Mr. Dusenberry was a CPA and partner at Main, Hurdman & Cranston, now KPMG. A former trustee and auditor at Northmont U.P. Church, he was also a member of the Pittsburgh Rotary Club, Wildwood Country Club, and the Duquesne Club. He was an avid reader and world traveler. The family thanks the staff of Sherwood Oaks and Celtic Hospice for their compassionate care. Memorial donations may be made to North Hills Community Outreach or a charity of your choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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