HARPER NELL S. On Tuesday, October 7, 2014, formerly of Edgewood. Beloved wife of Samuel R. Harper, Jr., since 1943; dear mother of Jane (Douglas) Taylor of New Jersey and Thomas R. (Jacquelyn) Harper of Forest Hills; grandmother of Megan (Adam) Michel and Ethan (Megan) Taylor; great- grandmother of Liam, Kate, Maddie, and Sam. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001, Saturday 11 a.m. until time of service at noon. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Animal Friends or the Cystic Fibrosis Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SERRAPERE LOUIS M. COCO ON T...
SERRAPERE LOUIS M. COCO On Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014, age 69, of East McKeesport, formerly of Wilmerding. Beloved husband of, and preceded in death by, the love of his life, Elizabeth (O'Connel) Serrapere; wonderful and devoted father of Amy (David) of N. Versailles and Michael (Dana) of Irwin; awesome and cherished "Pappy" to Melissa, Mario, Isabella Serrapere and Nico'lee Rohac; son of the late Mary Audrey (Bill) Enid, and the late John "Itsic" Serrapere; brother of Maryann Serrapere, Joann Serrapere, Jenna (David) Landis, and John "Dee Dee" Serrapere. Coco will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. He was employed at WABCO, Radform Tool, and the Union Switch & Signal. He also touched many lives while being the original proud owner of the Sports Page and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Friends received at JAMES F. FILIA FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 354 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, on Friday 2- 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Jude the Apostle Church on Sat. at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MIKLIC PAUL BUZZ AGE 76, OF ...
MIKLIC PAUL BUZZ Age 76, of Beechview, formerly of Washington, PA, and Jacksonville, FL, on October 6, 2014. Buzz worked for the Association of the American Railroad. He retired from CSX Transportation in Jacksonville, FL after 35 years. Surviving is one sister, Virginia (Mario) Mullig, of Canonsburg. Buzz was most proud of his nephew and nieces, Robert Mullig of Chicago, Suzanne (Olen) Scott of Ashburn, VA, Amy (Craig) Antonio of McMurray, Maureen (Brian) Sullivan of Chicago; and great- nieces, Livia and Maria Antonio and Sydney, Sofia and Malia Scott. He was a special uncle and he will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, and their many friends who also came to know him as Uncle Buzz. Friends received Friday, 4-8 p.m., at WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, (412-221-3333). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Church, Washington. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Celtic Hospice, 150 Scharberry Ln., Mars, PA 16046 or Washington Area Humane Society, P.O. Box 66, Eighty Four, PA 15330. View and add condolences at: www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMOLCHEK BERNADETTE E. BERNIE...
SMOLCHEK BERNADETTE E. BERNIE June 17, 1939, to Oct. 5, 2014, Bernadette "Bernie" (McClelland) Smolchek, 75, passed away at her home at Hawthorne Village of Sarasota Health and Rehab, Sarasota, Florida on October 5, 2014. Bernie was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and was the beloved daughter of the late Theckla Ketterer McClelland and James McClelland, Sr. of McKees Rocks, PA. Bernadette was the loving and devoted wife of her predeceased husband, Michael "Jim" Smolchek, Sr. She is survived by her children, Margaret Ferrino of Sarasota, Michael Smolchek, Jr., and Paul (Tamara) Smolchek, both of Wellington, Florida, and Karen Brady (Scott) of Virginia; she leaves seven beautiful grandchildren, Christopher Fahrny, Stephanie Muscati, Zachary, Johnathan and Kaitlin Brady, and Ryan and Olivia Smolchek. As Bernadette takes her rightful place next to her beloved Jim, she leaves behind her devoted sister, Margaret "Peg" Moore; and youngest brother, Robert "David" McClelland (Charlotte); as well as her loving sister-in-law, Rosemary Smolchek Bradley (Tom). She was predeceased by her brothers, Jim and Richard McClelland (Bobbie). Bernie loved and leaves many in-laws, nieces, and friends. She will be remembered for her devotion to her family, her warm smile, and generous spirit. Her greatest joy was having had the opportunity to stay at home and raise her four children, and, after moving to Sarasota, she began a successful 27 year career with Burdines Department Store at South Gate Mall. Bernie was known for her baking and cooking talent which she lovingly passed on to her children and grandchildren. Bernie's love and constant support and guidance of her children was second only to the enormous affection and pride she felt towards her seven grandchildren who knew her as their "Grammy". The family invites family and friends to a Catholic Memorial Mass for Bernadette at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 2506 Gulf Gate Dr., Sarasota, FL, at 9:30 a.m., Friday, October 10, 2014, followed immediately by a brunch reception in the church fellowship center. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to a memorial fund that will benefit children in need, set up in Bernadette's memory. Please make checks payable to Hawthorne Village Health and Rehab and indicate "Children's Angel Fund" in the memo line. Donations may be mailed to Hawthorne Village of Sarasota, c/o Children's Angel Fund, 5381 Desoto Rd., Sarasota, FL 34235. Guestbook: www.wiegandbrothers.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JAMISON DORIS (FAIRFIELD) OF B...
JAMISON DORIS (FAIRFIELD) Of Bridgewater, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2014, at Allegheny General Hospital. She was a daughter of the late Erle and Editha Fairfield. An active and faithful member of Trinity Anglican Church, Beaver, she had served as a lay reader, chalice bearer, vestry member, and former senior warden. She was also the former president of Beaver County Medical Society Auxiliary. Preceding her in death, besides her parents, were her husband of 26 years, James B. Jamison II, MD in 1978; and her sister, Barbara Bower in 1991. Surviving are two sons, James B. (Lynn) Jamison, Patterson Heights and Todd F. (Karen) Jamison, Golden, CO; a daughter, Katherine Jamison, Bridgewater; and two granddaughters, Emily J. (Dean) Paget and Caroline J. (Stephen) Snediker, all of Denver, CO. Friends will be received Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. for a memorial visitation at NOLL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 333 Third St., Beaver. A Funeral Service will be conducted Friday at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Anglican Church by her rector, Father Scott Homer. Private inurnment will be in the Beaver Cemetery Mausoleum. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com. Memorial contributions may be made, if desired, to Trinity Church Scholarship Fund, 370 Beaver St., Beaver, PA 15009, or Chatham University, Office of University Advancement, One Woodland Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARRIS WALTER M., 1ST SERGEANT...
HARRIS WALTER M., 1ST SERGEANT, RETIRED USMC Age 73, of Mt. Washington, on Tuesday, October 7, 2014. Beloved husband of 20 years to Jill Nolan Harris; father of Walter M. Harris; grandfather of Darby and Carly Harris (all of Jacksonville, FL); brother of Betty Lou Becker (of Middleport, OH) and the late Woodrow Clark Harris; son-in-law of James G. and the late Regina S. Nolan; brother-in-law of James M. and the late Jeffery (survived by Deborah) Nolan; also survived by family and friends. Friends received Thursday 4-8 p.m. and Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BRUSCO - FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 214 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington (412 381-2323). Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Mount Church on Saturday at 10 a.m., immediately followed by Military Honors by VFW Post 5111. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Interment private. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OCVIRK IRENE AGE 86, OF WEST D...
OCVIRK IRENE Age 86, of West Deer Twp., passed away Monday, October 6, 2014, at Concordia of Fox Chapel. Mrs. Ocvirk was born August 17, 1928, in Bairdford, to the late Alexander and Mary Kretchko, living her entire life in the West Deer area. She was a 1946 graduate of West Deer High School. Irene retired from the U.S. Postal Service with 16 years of service. She also worked alongside her husband at their family business, Fashion Dry Cleaners, in Oakmont and Gibsonia. Irene was a very active life member of St. Michael's Eastern Orthodox Church, and she enjoyed dancing, polka music, and cooking. She is survived by her sons, Robert C. (Debbie) Ocvirk of Butler and Ronald P. (Mary Lynn) Ocvirk of Robinson Twp.; grandchildren, Ashley, Alexandra and Michael Ocvirk. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1995, Charles Ocvirk; and sisters, Anna and Helen Buchanich. Friends and relatives are invited to attend 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. with Parastas at 7:30 p.m., Friday, October 10, 2014, at the ADAM SIEMIANOWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 179 Starr Rd., Russellton. Funeral Services will be held Saturday 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael Eastern Orthodox Church, Curtisville, with Rev. Alexander Poshyvajlo, officiating. Mrs. Ocvirk will be laid to rest next to her husband, Charles, in Deer Creek Cemetery, Harmar Twp. Family suggests memorials to: Alzheimer's Of America Foundation, 322 8th Ave., 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOBE MARY FRANCES AGE 83, OF E...
KOBE MARY FRANCES Age 83, of Etna, on Monday, October 6, 2014. Daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (Warwick) Kobe; sister of Audrey Hickey and the late Joan Lombardi; also survived by a niece and cousins. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, St. Augustine Church on Friday at 10 a.m. Frannie will always be remembered for her intelligent wit, her artistic talents, and her sense of humor. Arrangements by the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARQUIS ESTHER K. OF HOMER, ...
MARQUIS ESTHER K. Of Homer, New York and formerly of Penn Hills. Peacefully passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2014, eight days before her 95th birthday. She was the beloved wife of the late William C. Marquis; loving mother of Diane (Carl) Graper of Penn Hills, Donna (the late Paul) Broderick of Rowlett, Texas, William, Jr. (Linda) of Kansas City, Missouri and Cheryl (Barry) Kerner of Homer, New York; cherished grandmother of ten; great-grandmother of nine; and great-great- grandmother of four; sister of Gertrude Lewis, the late Marion Cavitt and the late Robert Klose. Friends received Friday 4:30-6 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills, PA 15235, where a Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Macular Degeneration Research, 22512 Gateway Center Drive, P.O. Box 1952, Clarksburg, MD 20871. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PETROLIAS ELIZABETH A. ON SUND...
PETROLIAS ELIZABETH A. On Sunday, October 5, 2014. Beloved wife of 56 years to John J. Petrolias; mother of Stacy Constantinou and James J. Petrolias (Athena); grandmother of Elizabeth, Alexander and Peter Constantinou, and John and Anthony Petrolias; sister of Electra Manfred and the late Betty Arvan and Mennel Anthon; also survived by nieces and nephews. "Libby" taught preschool in and around Pittsburgh for over 40 years and was a member of the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral Choir for over 60 years. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street (www.freyvogelfuneralhome.com) on Fri. 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., with Trisagion Service at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue on Sat. in St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral from 10 a.m. until a Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Remembrances may be made to the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral Building Fund. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PUSHCAR RICHARD AGE 73, OF EXP...
PUSHCAR RICHARD Age 73, of Export, originally from Munhall, passed away on September 30, 2014. Born August 4, 1941, Richard was the son of the late Michael Pushcar and Pauline (Martin) Pushcar. Survived by his beloved children, Colette Pushcar of Brisbane, Australia and Brent Pushcar of Monroeville, PA; he also leaves behind his loving sister, Rita (Pushcar) Slava. Richard will also be missed by his wonderful extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins. Richard graduated from Munhall High School in 1959 and attended Penn State University's McKeesport campus. He served in the U.S. Army for six years with an honorable discharge in 1968. He worked for the U.S. Post Office and later became a foreman at the U.S. Steel Homestead Works. During that time, he joined the PA Air National Guard and served his country for a total of 20 years. Richard had a wonderful sense of humor, a love for all sports, and a good heart. He will be missed by all. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 11, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Byzantine Cathedral, Munhall. Arrangements entrusted to SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DELUCIA NICK SEPT. 8, 1932 ~ O...
DeLUCIA
NICK
Sept. 8, 1932 ~ Oct. 9, 2007
Thinking of you today and every day. We love and miss you very much.
Your loving family
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BAGIN BRUCE 12-3-40 - 10-10-06...
BAGIN
BRUCE
12-3-40 - 10-10-06
Sweetheart, you are forever
in our hearts.
Rose Cathleen and
the Darlings
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HARDIMAN VIRGINIA I. ON WEDNES...
HARDIMAN VIRGINIA I. On Wednesday, October 8, 2014, of Carnegie, age 72. Beloved wife of Ralph Hardiman; mother of Pam Lindberg, Ralph, Shawn and the late Dale Hardiman; also seven grandchildren; also survived by sister, Lynn Davis. Gin, through the Franklin and Carnegie Salvation Army, touched the lives of many children throughout the years. Friends received Sunday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the JOSEPH M. SOMMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5405 Steubenville Pike, Moon Run., Robinson Twp., where a service will be on Monday at 11 a.m. Memorials to the Salvation Army, 700 N Bell Ave., Carnegie, PA 15106. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEYER LAWRENCE AGE 95, ON TUE...
STEYER LAWRENCE Age 95, on Tuesday, October 7, 2014, of Baldwin. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Elizabeth "Betty" (Hartner); and his six siblings; survived by loving nieces and great-nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227 on Saturday morning from 8 until the time of Funeral Prayer at 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will follow in St. Albert the Great Church at 10 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to the Veterans Breakfast Club, 200 Magnolia Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15228. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANDERSON MAGGIE (GRAHOVAC) AGE...
ANDERSON MAGGIE (GRAHOVAC) Age 92, of Lawrenceville, on Tuesday, October 7, 2014. Beloved wife of William R. Anderson; loving mother of Rose Johnson, Margaret (Vince) Chelkowski, Carl (Mary Lou) Schmidt, Jr., Carol (Howard) Sorg, Frances (Fred) Devlin and the late Richard Schmidt; also survived by 12 grandchildren, 12 great- grandchildren and two great- great-grandchildren. Friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Saturday 12-2 p.m. Blessing Service to follow at 2 p.m. www.zalewskifuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERNANDEZ RACHEL IN LOVING MEM...
HERNANDEZ
RACHEL
In loving memory on her Birthday, October 10th.
We know you're in Heaven.
We love and miss you so much. We will keep the wonderful memories of you in our hearts. Thank you for being a beautiful soul, Mother, Wife, and Friend.
Loved and missed
by your Family. XOXO
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BACK AMBROSE BUZZ BORN OCT. ...
BACK
AMBROSE BUZZ
Born Oct. 11, 1930 and passed away on November 13, 2013. He left us quietly, his thoughts unknown, but left us a memory we are proud to own. So treasure him Lord in your garden of rest, for when on earth he was one of the best.
Happy Birthday Dad!
Love Eileen and Family
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ACCETTULLA WILLIAM S. AGE 75, ...
ACCETTULLA WILLIAM S. Age 75, of Glenshaw, formerly of Larimer Ave., East Liberty, on Wednesday, October 8, 2014. Husband of the late Jean; brother of Gary Accettulla, Lynda Accettulla, and the late Dennis R. Accettulla; stepfather of the late Raymond Riccella; step-grandfather of Rae Lynne Corrado and Erik Corrado; also survived by nieces, nephews, and step-great-grandchildren. Friends will be received Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday (time later). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CALDWELL GLENN EDWARD PEACEFUL...
CALDWELL GLENN EDWARD Peacefully, on Oct. 6, 2014, of Lawrenceville, beloved husband of Caren; son of Alice and Eugene; father of Nicole M. Caldwell; brother of George, Ronald, Darlene, Rosemary, Shirley, Eugene, Pearl, Jessie, Keith, and Kevin. Visitation Sun., Oct. 12, 2014, 4-8 p.m., SPRIGGS & WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 N. Lang Ave. Service 11 a.m. Mon., Oct. 13, 2014, at Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, 3415 Ligonier St., Pgh., PA 15201. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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