BUCK HELEN A. (McGREGOR) Age 100, of Monroeville, formerly of Murrysville, passed away peacefully at Forbes Regional Hospital, on Thursday, November 21, 2013. She was born October 11, 1913 in Wilmerding, daughter of the late Richard and Clara Faller McGregor. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 68 years, David F. Buck; a daughter, Lorraine Peacock; and two sisters, Ruth Kurtz and Doris Lovett. A resident of Beatty Pointe, Monroeville. Helen will be remembered for her sense of humor and love for bridge. Helen is survived by a daughter, Joanne (Ed) Olejkowski; six grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013 at HART FUNERAL HOME INC., Murrysville. Additional visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, November 25, 2013 in the Mother of Sorrows Church, Murrysville, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Entombment will be private in the Good Shepherd Cemetery, Monroeville. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MERTZ ANNIE A. PEACEFULLY, ON ...
MERTZ ANNIE A. Peacefully, on Thursday, November 21, 2013, age 91, of Monroeville. Daughter of the late Herman and Josephine (Cipra) Mertz; sister-in-law of Charlotte Mertz; and sister of the late Elizabeth Brentzel, Charles H. Mertz and Violet Mertz; also survived by numerous step- nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received in the ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, 412-824-4332, on Friday from 2-8 p.m. Additional visitation on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of Service at 11 :00 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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PANAIA DIANNE MARY SCHMITTLE 7...
PANAIA DIANNE MARY SCHMITTLE 72, of Slippery Rock, PA, Worth Township, Butler County lost her long battle with cancer, but died peacefully at Grove City Medical Center, Grove City, PA on Thursday, November 21, 2013 at 1:00 a.m. She was born in Wilkinsburg, PA, Allegheny County on November 28, 1940. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Lewis Panaia, Sr. of the residence. She worked at Giant Eagle in Slippery Rock, and volunteered for the Slippery Rock Feed My Sheep Food Cupboard. Also surviving are her three daughters who loved her very much, Ivy B. Ziegler (Joseph) of Rosedale, PA, Colleen M. Quinn of Oakmont, PA, and Erin L. Quinn of Oakmont; a stepdaughter, Debbie Daily (Larry) of Virginia; a stepson, Joseph L. Panaia, Jr. of South Dakota; and five step-grandchildren, Adam, Ryan, Joey, Morgan and Isabella. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral Services were private, there will be no public visitation. The family wishes to thank the staff of Grove City Medical Center for their excellent love and care. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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RIZZO RICHARD D. RIZ PEACEFU...
RIZZO RICHARD D. RIZ Peacefully, after a long illness, on Thursday, November 21, 2013, age 67, of Greenfield. Beloved husband of Marlene (Yuhasz) Rizzo; loving father of Richard D. (Amy) Rizzo of Evanston, IL, and Brad Rizzo; proud Pap Pap of Jake and Cameron; brother of Don (Jan) Rizzo, and the late Rose Jones and Joan Rende; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends will be received Sat. 2-4,6-8 p.m. in the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave. Interment will be private. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DEPAOLO DOLORES A. DEE AGE 5...
DePAOLO DOLORES A. DEE Age 56, of North Strabane, passed away with her family by her side, on November 20, 2013. Born May 22, 1957, in Pittsburgh, she is the daughter of the late Anthony Leo and Elizabeth Theresa (Evans) DePaolo; beloved sister of Marie Sam, Anthony (Dawn) DePaolo and Theresa DePaolo; numerous nieces and nephews. Dolores loved playing bingo and crocheting. She also enjoyed spending time with her cherished nieces and nephews. Friends are welcome on Sunday, November 24, 2013 from 12:00-7:00 p.m. at CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 25, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick Roman Catholic Parish, with Rev. John J. Batykefer, officiating. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GRYB LEO AGE 75, OF BLOOMFIELD...
GRYB LEO Age 75, of Bloomfield, on Wednesday, November 20, 2013. Son of the late Jacob and Julia Gryb; brother of Jane (late Martin L.) Foley, the late Casey (Frances) Debiak, Ted (Josephine) Debiak, Louise (Matthew) Szanca, and Lorraine (Stephen) Barich; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. At Leo's request, Services will be private. Arrangements entrusted to WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC. www.winterfuneralhomepc.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FERRARO ANN E. (YERMAN) AGE 88...
FERRARO ANN E. (YERMAN) Age 88, formerly of Turtle Creek, passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, November 20, 2013. Loving mother of John (Gerry) Ferraro, Robert Ferraro and Joanne (Gary) Jackson; grandmother of six and great- grandmother of two; sister of Chuck Yerman and the late Katherine Hill and Mary Jane Clugston; also numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received Friday 7-9 p.m. and Saturday 9-10 a.m. with a Blessing Service to follow at 10 a.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., corner of (118) Shaw & Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek (412-823-1950). Interment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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LERSCH MILTON V. AGE 97, ON NO...
LERSCH MILTON V. Age 97, on November 20, 2013, of Spring Hill. A retired Pittsburgh firefighter of over 30 years. Husband of the late Wilma Lersch; beloved father of Wayne (the late Patricia) Lersch, Dale M. (Carol) Lersch, Jerry J. (Diane) Lersch, Robert (Denise) Lersch, Debra (Ronald Daughery) Lersch; grandfather of Laurie, Dawn (John), Tracie (Bill), Shari (Bob), Sally (Dave), Sarah (Jason), Sandy (Matt), Vicky (Todd), Robb, Dylan, Dayna, also the late Katie; grandson-in-law of Ali (the late Jodie) Canpolat; also 12 great- grandchildren. Visitation Friday 2-8 p.m. at BRADY MEMORIAL HOME, 1151 Southside Ave., Spring Hill/City View. Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. Family suggests memorials to favorite charity. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTORELLA JOSEPH G. SONNY ...
MARTORELLA JOSEPH G. SONNY 76, formerly of Pittsburgh, son of the late James P. and Mae Johns Martorella, died Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at his home in Huntington, WV. A Mass will be celebrated 4 p.m. Saturday, November 23, 2013, by the Rev. Rodolph Wakim at Our Lady of Victory Maronite Catholic Church in Carnegie. Family guestbook at: www.klingelcarpenter.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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EVANS JUDITH A. AGE 61, OF GLE...
EVANS JUDITH A. Age 61, of Glen Burnie, MD, originally of Pittsburgh, on Tuesday, November 19, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Robert A. Evans; devoted mother of Robert A. Evans, Jr. (Amber), Randall A. Evans (Nicole Freter) and Rachel (Warren Brown) all of Maryland; loving grandmother of Alyssa Brown, Benjamin and Lilian Evans; step-grandmother of Joshua Tafoya, Cameron and Averi Freter; daughter of Charles A. and the late Dolores (Devine) Karman; sister of Patricia J. (John) Juliano, Carol L. Thomas, Linda M. (Norbert) Graf, Charles J. Karman and Marjorie A. (Thomas) Garofalo. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon Saturday from 1:00-3:00 and 5:00-7:00 p.m. The family would greatly appreciate your generosity in their time of need. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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GEIGER ZANE PAUL MAX 70, OF ...
GEIGER ZANE PAUL MAX 70, of Larimer, died Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013. Husband of Sara J. (Hough) Geiger; father of Michelle Weyandt and Sara E. Frendzel; grandfather of Bruce and Blain Weyandt, and Jay Frendzel; brother of Diane Jones (Wayne), Ed Geiger (Karin Botti). Visitation 6-8 p.m. Saturday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the WILLIAM SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 521 Main St., Irwin, PA 15642, 724-863-1200, where services will be 11 a.m. Monday. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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HARDT PERRY ELMER 85, OF ALLIS...
HARDT PERRY ELMER 85, of Allison Park, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2013, after a long illness. He was born on September 11, 1928, and was a lifelong resident of Hampton Township. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Anna (Datt) Hardt; two sisters, Ruth Sirney and Mary Hardt; and three brothers, Russell, Norman, and Marvin. Perry attended Hampton High School, where he played basketball and was a pitcher for the baseball team. After graduation, he married his high school sweetheart, Marion (Chalmers). They were together 58 years, until Marion passed away in 2004. Perry and Marion were proud graduates of the third class ever to graduate from Hampton High School. They worked for the Hampton Township School District for a combined total of 68 years, he as a custodian and bus driver, and she as a cook. Perry took great pride in fixing anything that was broken at the school. Outside of work, he was an expert bowler in local leagues (having once rolled a 289), an enthusiastic gardener (responsible for several prize-winning pumpkins), and an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with friends and relatives at his camp in Marienville. Perry is survived by his daughter, Kathy Moyer, of Allison Park; and son, Ron (Lorraine), of Stow, Ohio; six grandchildren, Allison Hardt, of Baltimore, Maryland, Kristin Pearson, of Baltimore, Maryland, Jaclyn Moyer, of Alexandria, Virginia, Erin Moyer, of Allison Park, Hillary Hardt Stroud, of Akron, Ohio, and Jeffrey Moyer, of Allison Park; three great-grandchildren, Jordyn, Meredith, and Logan; and his beloved dog, Ming. Perry's family will welcome friends from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, 2013 and from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2013, at the KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC, 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at Parkwood Presbyterian Church, 4289 Mt. Royal Blvd. in Allison Park. Interment will follow in Allegheny County Memorial Park. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Perry's family at: www.kingfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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TETI ELIZABETH "LIZ" (DEAN) AG...
TETI ELIZABETH "LIZ" (DEAN) Age 86, of Plum, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Peter Teti; loving mother of Gary (Faye) Teti, Ronald Teti, Linda (Douglas) Iams, and Lisa (James) DiPerna; grandmother of Nicole, Jaclyn, Andrew, Ashley, Zachery and Nicholas; great-grandmother of Austin, Tyler, Jordyn and Delaney; sister of the late Alexander Wiese and Helen Wilson; also many nieces and nephews. "Liz" had a great love for her family and enjoyed spending time playing cards with all her long time friends. Friends will be received Saturday 7-9 p.m. and Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., corner of (118) Shaw and Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek (412-823-1950). Mass of Christian Burial at St. Colman Church, Monday 9:30 a.m. Entombment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Forbes Hospice, c/o Forbes Health Foundation, 2570 Haymaker Rd., Monroeville, PA 15146. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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WEYELS JOSEPHINE 81, OF NORTH ...
WEYELS JOSEPHINE 81, of North Braddock, on Thursday, November 21, 2013, Josephine C. Gerkin Weyels of North Braddock died. She is survived by five children, Beverly Jo (Ray) Robinson, Wilmerding, Brenda (Ed) Beetlestone, Clairton, Bonnie (Ron) Fanscali, Jeanette, Robert and Brian Weyels, North Braddock; 11 grandchildren; 14 great and great-great- grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and her sisters, Martha Bolton, North Braddock, Elsie Keane, Wilkinsburg, and Laura Langlais, North Carolina. Beside her parents, Charles and Mary Houston Gerkin, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Brooke; son, Barry Weyels; and sisters, Dorothy Thompson and Jean Gerkin. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to the SCHLEIFER FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., (412-271-1361) North Braddock. At her request there will be no public visitation. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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FELT RUTH ISABELLE MRS. FELT D...
FELT RUTH ISABELLE Mrs. Felt died Monday, November 11, 2013, at her son's house in Taos, New Mexico, just shy of her 95th birthday. Mrs. Felt was born December 31, 1918 in Alliance, Ohio, the daughter of James F. Sullivan and Clara Sullivan (Schneider). She lived in Niles, Ohio until 1941, when she married Lt. Robert L. Felt, USNR of Minneapolis, MN. Mr. Felt was a metallurgical engineer. After service during the Second World War, they moved to Pittsburgh, PA where Mrs. Felt lived until she moved to Taos, New Mexico, in August of this year. She worked for Sears and Roebuck, becoming one of the first female department heads. After retirement, the Felts loved traveling to Israel, Turkey and Egypt and dedicated themselves to their grandchildren. Mrs. Felt was a 54-year member of the Mt. Lebanon United Presbyterian Church where she was active in Sunday School Class, and was frequently found working in the church kitchen. Until the time of her move, she was cooking meals to raise money for missions. She was also active with the Salvation Army. Mr. and Mrs. Felt were recipients of the Booth Award for exceptional service to the Salvation Army. She was preceded in death by her husband in 2011 and is survived by her son, Robert Felt, Jr.; and his wife, Martha, of Taos, New Mexico; and her daughter, Rebecca Bickel, M.D.; and Reverend Dr. Bruce Bickel of Pittsburgh, PA. She had four grandsons, Kristopher, Robert, Dylan, and William; and a granddaughter, Amelia. She would have become a great- grandmother in January of 2014. There will be a Memorial Service at the United Presbyterian Church, Washington Road, Pittsburgh 15216. A light lunch and fellowship will follow in the Church Hall. We request a gift to the Salvation Army or the Mt. Lebanon United Presbyterian Church in lieu of flowers. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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CHOLKA MARY TERESA (FERA) AGE ...
CHOLKA MARY TERESA (FERA) Age 93, died peacefully on November 20, 2013 at Highland Park Care Center. Mary was born January 30, 1920 in Sharpsburg to the late Steve and Rose Fera. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Cholka and siblings, Clara Olczak, Louis, Daniel, Delores Paolini, and Michael; also preceded in death by her nephew, Stanley Olczak and her godson and nephew, Eugene R. Paolini III. Mary is survived by nieces and nephews, Dan Fera, Rick Fera, Louise Keller, Stephen Fera, Diana Thompson, Gina Paolini, Denise Sterzinger, Mary Clark, Renee Balistreri, Stan Olczak and many great-nieces and nephews. Mary spent many years working as a secretary at Kaufmann's Department Store and later as co-owner of Dee's Dairy in Sharpsburg. She enjoyed music, crocheting, horse racing, travel, gardening and sharing time with her extended family. Visitation Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at THOMAS SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., 930 Center Ave., Blawnox, followed by Funeral Mass at 1 p.m. St. Pio Parish, St. Edward Church, Blawnox. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grane Hospice Care, 260 Alpha Drive, Pittsburgh, PA, 15238-2826 in her memory. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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DEAN DORENE (GEMZA) AGE 58, OF...
DEAN DORENE (GEMZA) Age 58, of Leechburg, PA, on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013, at the Good Samaritan Hospice Unit at Concordia, Jefferson Twp. Beloved wife of Timothy J. Dean of Leechburg; beloved sister of Karen J. Caringi (Gregory) of N. Wales, PA; beloved aunt of Jeffrey Dean of McMurray, PA, Molly Bittner (Steve) of Richmond, VA, Eric Johnson (Kit) of Norman, OK, Sarah Duffy (Michael) of Plano, TX, Jessica Bauer (Kurt) of Philadelphia, PA, and Amanda Caringi of Belleville, NJ. She was a senior systems manager for Blackburn's Pharmacy, Tarentum, PA, for 25 years. Daughter of the late Joseph M. Gemza and Agnes (Kish) Gemza. Friends welcomed by her family on Friday, Nov. 22, 2013 from 7-9 p.m. at CLAWSON FUNERAL & CREMATION CENTER, 170 Main Street, Leechburg (724-842-1051), where parting Prayers of Transfer will be held on Saturday at 9:15 a.m., followed by a Christian Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at Christ The King Parish, 125 Park Road, Gilpin Twp., with the Rev. John T. Euker, pastor of St. James R. C. Church in Apollo, officiating. Interment will be made in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Cecil Twp., in Washington County, PA. To send an online condolence to the Dean family, please visit: www.clawsonfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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SNIDER HOWARD S. 11-22-1946 TO...
SNIDER
HOWARD S.
11-22-1946 to 8-22-2012
Happy birthday to our dear husband, father, and Pop-Pop.
We wish we could give you 67 kisses and hugs, but just know that you're in our thoughts, prayers, and hearts every day. We love and
miss you very much.
Lovingly,
Sus, Bill, Amy, Josh, Jonah, Mindy, John, DeAnn, and Nick
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JONES IRENE (MATHAS) AGE 89, O...
JONES IRENE (MATHAS) Age 89, of Monroeville, passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, November 19, 2013. Beloved wife for 55 years to the late Roy E. Jones; loving mother of Bonnie (David) Zaccari of Greensburg and Penny (Ken) Hunt of Monroeville; grandmother of Beth Zaccari of Greensburg, DJ (Janis) Zaccari of Darlington, Kevin (Cari Romano) Hunt of Hudson, MA, and Sara (Andy) Smith of West Chester; great-grandmother to Charlotte and Savannah Smith. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Helen Murcek, Eleanor Taylor, Dorothy Baklarz; and her brother, George Mathas; along with her mother and father, Elizabeth and George Mathas; also survived by many nieces and nephews, and their families. Irene enjoyed knowing her church members, friends, neighbors, and those in the High Hopes bowling league, and was involved in many church, school and community functions during her life. She was employed by the Gateway School District, and then was an administrative secretary for Westinghouse Nuclear Center in Monroeville for many years before she retired. Friends will be received Sunday 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL) corner of (445) Beatty Rd. & 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Service Monday 10 a.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church of Monroeville. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Interment to follow in Grandview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl., Memphis, TN 38105 or Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 4503 Old William Penn Highway, Monroeville PA 15146. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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BAYUK JOSEPH MARTIN JUNE 8, 1...
BAYUK
JOSEPH MARTIN
JUNE 8, 1917- NOV. 22, 2009
Though time passes and our lives go on, memories of you remain strong. Missing your love, strength, wisdom and calm guidance. Your life was a blessing to us all. Your loving family,
Toni, Dona (Alex), Linda (Siggy), Kiersten, Siggy (Jessica), Elyse (Josh),
Liam and Isla
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