HORWAT CHARLOTTE A. (McCRACKEN) Age 72, of Braddock Hills, on December 11, 2014. Beloved wife of John A. Horwat, Sr.; dear mother of John, Jr., Andrew (Leslie) Horwat, Walter Horwat, Robert (Jackie) Horwat; grandmother of six; and great-grandmother of two; sister of Gloria (the late James) Palmer, Patricia (John) Eaglehouse, Joyce (Edward) Lloyd, Walter (Donna) McCracken, Ronald (the late Elizabeth) McCracken, Sr. and Gerald McCracken. Family and friends received at the ROBERT P. KARISH FUNERAL HOME, Brinton Rd. and 4th Street, Braddock Hills, (412) 271-3430, on Saturday evening 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Maurice Church on Monday at 11:15 a.m. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LOTT CARLA AGE 58, OF GREENTRE...
LOTT CARLA Age 58, of Greentree/ Knoxville, on Friday, December 5, 2014, peacefully past away. Carla owned and operated Pittsburgh Daycare Systems and was also an employee at Wendy's in Greentree. She was born August 20, to the late Colleen and Harry Lott. Carla is survived by her son, Roland Howze; her, granddaughter, Mailani Smith; cousins, grandcousins, relatives, godchildren, extended family, as well as a host of friends. A memorial service will be held at the Knoxville United Presbyterian Church on Monday, December 15, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements trusted to D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Lawrenceville. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUECHLER JACOB FEB. 6, 1995 - ...
BUECHLER
JACOB
Feb. 6, 1995 - Dec. 13, 2001
Sadly, it has been 13 years living without you. Jacob, you warmed the hearts of everyone around you and gave us so many happy memories. It is impossible to forget someone who gave us so much to
remember. I know you are with your Grampap now, we love and miss you both. Our happy little boy will always be
walking beside us.
Mummy, Daddy, Angelina, Aunt Danna, Aunt Judi, Uncle Tom, and Aunt Karen
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HEMPHILL DOROTHY A. (SCHELLER)...
HEMPHILL DOROTHY A. (SCHELLER) Age 93, of Kennedy Twp., formerly of the South Side, on Wednesday, December 10, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Daniel Bernard Hemphill; loving mother of Daniel (Virginia) Hemphill II and the late Patricia Hemphill; dear grandmother of Anna; sister of Elmer Renk and the late Elizabeth, John, Joseph and Harold Scheller. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. SUNDAY at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Twp., where Prayers are offered 9:30 a.m. MONDAY, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in St. Malachy Church. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests contribtuions be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 or to St. Malachy Church. www.mcdermottfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZORA PAUL R. AGE 61, FORMERLY ...
ZORA PAUL R. Age 61, formerly of Coraopolis, passed away peacefully on Nov. 13, 2014, at his home in Stuart, FL. His passing leaves a deep void in the lives of loved ones and friends. Paul was the loving son of Jo Ann Fingerhut of Moon Township; brother to David Zora (Nancy) of Whitehall, Joyce Hoffman (Jake) of Moon Township, and Mark Zora (Joe Schirra) of Pittsburgh; uncle to Seth Zora (Mandie) of Imperial, Jacob Hoffman of Jacksonville, FL and Jessica Bichler (Jim) of Moon Township; great-uncle to Stephen and Emily Seretti of Hopewell. He was preceded in death by his loving stepfather, Donald L. Fingerhut; father, Edwin C. Zora; and niece, Carie Seretti. Paul was the last student to graduate from Coraopolis High School (Class of 1971). Known as "Melfamie" to many, he was a loyal and caring friend. After graduation, he chose to follow the example set by his stepfather and he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps rising to the rank of Corporal. He was ready, willing and able to give up his life in service to his country. CPL. Paul R. Zora was a proud Marine Corps veteran until the day he died. Once a Marine, Always a Marine - Semper Fi! Returning to civilian life, Paul continued his education. In January of 1977, he graduated from Penn Tech Institute with an Assoc. Degree in Specialized Technology. His career took off in high gear. He moved South and while living in Myrtle Beach he made a bold decision to start his own company, Upgrade Solutions, Inc. In addition to being a Ham radio operator K3PZ, Paul trained in the Korean martial art of Tang Soo Do, and began involvement in animal rescue programs. He adopted several dogs to provide them with a safe, happy home. On December 12, 2014, following a private memorial service with Military honors, Paul was laid to rest in the Cemetery of the Alleghenies. We take comfort knowing that he is no longer in pain and is at eternal peace, wrapped in the loving arms of Our Lord. "K3PZ signing off". To honor Paul and the many men and women who have chosen to defend this country, the family requests that all memorial contributions be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CANYOCK JOSEPH 12/13/1914~12/1...
CANYOCK
JOSEPH
12/13/1914~12/13/2014
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY!
From those treasuring memories of you.
NEVER FORGOTTEN!
ALWAYS LOVED!
Until we meet again...
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STRIPP THOMAS WILLIAM AGE 94,...
STRIPP THOMAS WILLIAM Age 94, passed away Dec. 11, 2014, at Hospice House of Citrus County. He was born March 25, 1920, in Collier Township, he was one of 12 children born to the late Andrew V. and Laura Belle (White) Stripp. He attended Rennerdale schools while growing up on the family farm, an area that is now Settlers Cabin Park. He was a union carpenter by trade and a WW II veteran, serving for over three years in the Philippines. He lived and worked in the Carnegie area until moving to Florida in 2002. He was preceded in death by his wife of 72 years, Margaret (Peggy Muenz), who passed May 10, 2014; and infant son, Joseph; also preceded by brothers, James, Francis, Joseph, Raymond, John, Elmer, and Robert Stripp; sisters, Laura Johnson, Florence Pogoshnick and Jenny Barlow. He is survived by sons, John T. (Sally) Stripp and William A. (Sandy) Stripp; grandchildren, Kelly (Richard) Dobbins, Dan (Erica) Stripp, Matthew Stripp and David Stripp; great- grandchildren, Drew Hudson, Kayden Hudson, Sam Dobbins, Dean Dobbins and Ava Stripp. He is also survived by brother, Bernard (Shirley) Stripp; two sisters-in-law, Alma Stripp and Eleanor (Muenz) McGrogan; also survived by many close nieces, nephews and friends. Friends are invited to call from 10 - 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday at the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Avenue, Carnegie. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday in the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 330 Third Avenue, Carnegie, at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to the Hospice of Citrus County, 3264 West Audubon Park Path, Lecanto, FL 34461. www.leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WAWRZYNIAK ROBERT P. AGE 83, O...
WAWRZYNIAK ROBERT P. Age 83, on Wednesday, December 10, 2014, of Overbrook and New Port Richey, FL. Together again with his beloved late wife of 58 years, Johanna M. (Popochock); beloved father of Kathleen W. (Franklin) Cheng, Robert (Kathleen), Susan M. (Gerald) Cysewski, and Sandra J. (Larry) Geesaman; proud grandfather of Kathryn and Amy Wawrzyniak and Nicholas and Zachary Cheng; brother of Barbara (Michael) Bugosh and Francis Jerome (Kyra) Warsnak. Robert enjoyed woodworking, cooking, traveling, and working with stained glass. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227 on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Pius X, Brookline at 10:30 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Center for Compassionate Care, 50 Moffett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CONTIS CATHERINE AGE 86, OF PI...
CONTIS CATHERINE Age 86, of Pittsburgh, peacefully at home on Thursday, December 11, 2014, with her family by her side. Cathy is survived by her daughter, Jamie Contis; sister, Toula Peterson; and nephews, John (Mary) Peterson and Father Michael (Kandelia Texas). She was predeceased by her loving husband, Thomas G. Contis; brother, Louis (Margo) Xidis; nephew, Billy Peterson; and her newfound best friend, lapdog Zoe. Cathy was a kind and gentle person who gave freely to others and to her church. She not only cooked for the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Food Festival for over 50 years but she was the Godmother to the church when it was consecrated in 1962. She loved to bake, sew, knit, embroider, and make elaborate decorations; anything creative to keep her hands busy. In keeping with her wishes, her service will be private in Arlington National Cemetery where her beloved husband lays in rest. She was a good friend to those around her and in lieu of donations would appreciate anyone performing an act of kindness in her memory, whatever you chose that to be. Arrangements by CREMATION SOCIETY OF PENNSYLVANIA, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CENCI MICHAEL G. AGE 51, ON TU...
CENCI MICHAEL G. Age 51, on Tuesday, December 9, 2014, of Whitehall. Former husband of Veronica Anne Wooddell; loving father of Anthony Thomas, Jeremy Michael and Ian Patrick Cenci; beloved brother of Patrick Cenci; uncle of Matthew, Joshua and Brian Cenci. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227, Monday from 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEIDENHOF GERTRUDE M. AGE 88, ...
WEIDENHOF GERTRUDE M. Age 88, on Monday, December 8, 2014, of Carrick. Wife of the late George Weidenhof; beloved mother of Janet Paulino, Diane Chapko, Candice Sainato, George, Frank and Michael Weidenhof and the late Mary Ann Horn; sister of Anna Mae Price, Dolores Debold and Joanne Kuberski; also survived by many grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Friends received at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick, Tuesday from 8:30-9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MASON KATHLEEN ANNETTE MIKAN, ...
MASON KATHLEEN ANNETTE MIKAN, B.S.N. Age 71, formerly of Franklin, died peacefully at her home in Pittsburgh on December 9, 2014. Ms. Mason spent many selfless years easing the suffering of the elderly, the mentally ill, and the children of alcoholics. She also showed extraordinary kindness to animals of all kinds. Her last professional position was as a supervising nurse at Western Psychiatric Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. She will be sadly missed by her sons, Robert Mason and his girlfriend, Dannette Paris, of Pittsburgh, PA and Chuck (Pearl) Mason of Miami, Florida; and her granddaughters, Kathleen Emily Mason and Cassidy Annette Mason. No visitation or service. In lieu of flowers, a donation to your local Humane Society would be greatly appreciated. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TRUSTED TO THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., BLAWNOX, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRUECKNER ERVIN CHARLES AGE 89...
BRUECKNER ERVIN CHARLES Age 89, of Shaler Twp., passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2014. Beloved husband of 50 years of Mary Alice Sutter Brueckner; loving father of Rich (Marcy) Brueckner; dear Pap of Alex, Kelsey and Mani Brueckner; brother of the late Mildred, John, Ralph, Carl, Joseph, Paul and Edwin Brueckner. No visitations. Friends are welcome to meet and attend a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 2510 Middle Rd., Glenshaw, on Monday morning at 10 a.m. Memorials may be made to St. Mary of the Assumption Food Bank. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROTH MARK S. AGE 55, OF VERON...
ROTH MARK S. Age 55, of Verona, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2014. Beloved son of Maureen (Fallon) Roth and the late Richard Roth; dear brother of Robert Roth, Susan (Bill) Kratsa, and the late Tom Roth. Mark was a Riverview High School graduate and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Verona. Services and interment will be private for the family only. Donations may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation, 700 Grant St., Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Arrangements were made by BURKET - TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., Oakmont. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REGAN ELIZABETH P. "PODDIE" AF...
REGAN ELIZABETH P. "PODDIE" After a long illness, on Wednesday, December 10, 2014, age 95, of Greenfield. Wife of the late Edward F. Regan; loving mother of John Regan, Catherine (Martin) Conroy, Edward F. (the late Nancy) Regan, Eileen (Herman) Voth, and the late Elizabeth (surviving husband, David) Christian; grandmother of Dara, Eric, Brian, David, and Heather; sister of the late Marie Balkey and John Michalka; also survived by nine great-grandchildren. Friends will be received Friday, Dec. 19, 2014, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave. Funeral Saturday at 10:30 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Rosalia Church at 11:00 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHOLZE DOROTHY MARIE (STASH) ...
SCHOLZE DOROTHY MARIE (STASH) Died Monday, Dec. 8, 2014, in Seattle, WA, formerly of Forest Hills. Born in North Braddock, PA on Feb. 25, 1921, to Stephen and Veronica Stash; sister to Andrew, Joseph, Albert and Edward Stash; beloved wife of the late Paul J. Scholze of Brookline. For complete information and to share memories, please visit: www.becksfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPAGNOLETTI KATHLEEN A. (SZWAJ...
SPAGNOLETTI KATHLEEN A. (SZWAJNOWSKI) Age 65, of Shaler Township, on Tuesday, December 9, 2014. Beloved wife of Joseph Spagnoletti; loving mother of Jeffrey Spagnoletti and Jacalyn (Bradley) Leech; cherished sister of Antoinette Killian, Francine Balkovec and the late Thomas Szwajnowski; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. No visitation. Funeral private. Arrangements by the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, Lawrenceville. www.zalewskifuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ADAMS CARL B., JR. SEPT. 10, 1...
ADAMS CARL B., Jr. Sept. 10, 1938 Dec. 4, 2014. Of Hoover, AL, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away with his loving wife by his side Thursday, December 4, 2014, at the age of 76. He was retired from US Steel after 34 years. He was an avid model train collector, Alabama fan and enjoyed traveling with The Hoover New Horizons. He was a devoted husband, beloved father, grandfather, great- grandfather and friend to all. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl B. and Beatrice Adams; and son, Shawn Adams. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Janet Rose Adams; sons, C. Bruce Adams (Carolyn) and Scott Adams; grandchildren, Jim Adams, Amanda Jury (Steven), Briana Adams, Ryan Adams (Jaclyn), Jennifer Adams and Daniel Adams; great- grandchild, Maci Adams; and sister, Shirley McCarthy. A Memorial Service will be Saturday, December 20, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Louise de Marillac Catholic Church, Upper St. Clair, PA. Inurnment will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 2000 Washington Road, Canonsburg, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Prince of Peace Catholic Church Building Fund, 4650 Preserve Pkwy., Hoover, AL 35226 or Central Highland United Methodist Church, Hands of Carpenter Ministry, 100 Timothy Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037 or St. Louise de Marillac Catholic Church Building Fund, 320 McMurray Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15241. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRIDGEN KENNETH S. ON TUESDAY,...
BRIDGEN KENNETH S. On Tuesday, December 9, 2014, Kenneth S. Bridgen, 90, a longtime resident of Glen Osborne, PA, died at Heritage Valley-Sewickley Hospital. Husband of the late Patricia Lou Siebel Bridgen; father of Debrah (Sam) Bruno of Ambridge and Ruth Anne (Ron) Yankello, also of Ambridge; brother of Thomas Bridgen of Lake Latonka, Mercer County, PA; grandfather of Christy (Todd) Viola, Anthony Yankello, Justin (Jessica) Davis, and William Davis, Jr.; great- grandfather of Addison Davis, Jacob and Isabella Viola. Friends will be received in THE RICHARD D. COLE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 328 Beaver Street, Sewickley, PA 15143 on Saturday, December 20, 2014, from Noon until 3 p.m., when a Funeral Service will be held. Contributions may be made in Ken's name to The Gettysburg Foundation, 1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCALEVY JOHN A. AGE 75, ON MON...
McALEVY JOHN A. Age 75, on Monday, December 8, 2014, of Swissvale. Beloved son of Geraldine and the late John McAlevy. Loving husband of Marg Markovich; dear brother of Sharon Giannangeli (Gary) and Jan McAlevy (Susan); uncle of David Giannangeli (Kelly), Donna Falso (Tim), and Genna McAlevy; also great- nieces and great-nephews. Funeral private. Arrangements by THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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