KOWNACKI WALTER F. Age 81, of Mt. Lebanon, passed peacefully on Thursday, May 7, 2015. Beloved husband of Nancy for 58 years; loving father of Jim (Kathy), Ron (Julie), Diane and Bill Kownacki; adored Pap Pap of Neil, Maura, Greg and Susan Kownacki; loving brother of Jane Bubenheim and Mary Kohl; also deceased siblings, Helen, Tony, Joe, Ann, Frank, and Bob; brother-in-law of Margaret and Mary Ann Kownacki, Jack and Nancy Brennen and Mary Kay (late Bob) Brennen; also many wonderful nieces and nephews. Walt was an Army veteran, draftsman in the heavy industrial furnace industry prior to starting his own company, Cedar Technical Services in 1979- retiring in 2002 and became a volunteer tax preparer for VITA for 11 years. An avid league bowler for 57 years. Family and friends welcome Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICES, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. Mass of Christian Burial in SS Simon and Jude Church Monday 12 noon. Interment following in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHNEIDER NELL R. TOOTS (GAS...
SCHNEIDER NELL R. TOOTS (GASIOR) Age 83, a Coraopolis resident since 1966, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2015, at Heritage Valley Sewickley. She was born in McKees Rocks on November 10, 1931, to the late Edward and Steffie (Novak) Gasior. On July 13, 2010, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald G. Schneider, whom she married on May 22, 1954. Loving mother of Terry Schneider of Coraopolis and David Schneider of Coraopolis; cherished sister of Robert Gasior of Kennedy, Joseph Gasior of McKees Rocks and Raymond Gasior (Ursula) of McKees Rocks; sister-in-law of Betty Lawrence of Kennedy. Nell was a member of Holy Trinity Polish National Catholic Church. From 1970-1995, she was secretary for Cornell Junior High School. She loved reading, playing slot machines, completing Sudoku puzzles, and traveling to Duck, NC. Visitation Saturday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 3-7 p.m. at COPELAND'S CORAOPOLIS, 867 Fifth Ave., where prayers will be recited on Monday at 9:00 a.m. followed by Mass at Holy Trinity Polish National Catholic Church, 200 Grace St., McKees Rocks, PA 15136 at 10 a.m. Father Mike Selep will officiate. Burial will follow in the Holy Trinity Polish National Catholic Church Cemetery. Family suggests donations in her name to the American Lung Association, 55 W. Wacker Dr., Suite 1150, Chicago, IL 60601. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEVY IRVIN ROCK AGE 80, OF P...
LEVY IRVIN ROCK Age 80, of Pittsburgh, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2015. Born on December 30, 1934, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Israel and Rebekah (Weitz) Levy; beloved husband of 51 years to Corinne S. Levy; loving father to Roger (Melissa) Levy and Millicent (Ancelmo Mac) McCarthy; adored grandfather of Hunter Levy and his furry grandchildren, Ziggy, Kona and Katerina; brother of Rose Charlap; survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins. Irvin was a gourmet cook and enjoyed feeding family and friends. He loved his family and always put them first. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Monday, May 11, 2015, from 1-2 p.m., with a Memorial Service to follow at 2:00 p.m. at Temple Emanuel of South Hills, 1250 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Memorial contributions may be made to the Autism Society at www.autism-society.org or the ASPCA at www.aspca.org. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PARKER MATTHEW 1/11/83 ~ 5/9/1...
PARKER
MATTHEW
1/11/83 ~ 5/9/13
Our Guardian Angel
Love, Dad, Mom, Luke, Kiley and Fletchmo
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SANDRIDGE WILLIE C. AGE 90, OF...
SANDRIDGE WILLIE C. Age 90, of East Liberty, passed away on May 6, 2015. Mother of Christine Walker, Sercy Sandridge, Jr.; three grandchildren; five great- grandchildren. Willie enjoyed gardening, shopping, caring for her great-grands. Visitation Sunday 4 to 8 p.m., RAPP FUNERAL HOME, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh 15235. Funeral Monday 11 a.m., Sixth Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Shetland Ave. and Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh 15206. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MEYER MARTHA J. (CLELLAND) AGE...
MEYER MARTHA J. (CLELLAND) Age 52, on Sunday, May 3, 2015, of Lawrenceville. Loving mother of Nichole Clelland, William Meyer, Jr., Joshua Meyer, Kali Morrissey and the late Amber Morrissey; grandmother of Tiffany, Isabella, Kamden, Klover-Mae, Liam, Baleigh, Bella, Sierra, Brianna, Lillie and Ella. Survived by loving family and friends. Visitation Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with Blessing Service Monday 7:30 p.m. at BRADY MEMORIAL HOME, 1151 Southside Ave. (Spring Hill). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FINNERTY BARBARA A. (SINNOTT) ...
FINNERTY BARBARA A. (SINNOTT) Barbara, age 63, of Churchill, formerly of Fox Chapel, passed away on May 6, 2015, after a long battle with COPD. A graduate of Our Lady of Mercy Academy (OLMA), Barbara was predeceased by her parents, James P. and Mary Jane Sinnott; her brother, James; and a niece, Elizabeth Maher. She is survived by her husband, Timothy E.; and five children, John E. of Blackridge, Timothy B. Finnerty (Katie) of Wauwatosa, WI and their three children, Eavan, Fiona and Cashel, James P. "J.P." Finnerty of Churchill, Ella Marie Snyder (Travis) of El Paso, TX, and Padraic S. Finnerty (Angela) of Raleigh, NC; Barbara is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Carol J. Sinnott of Staten Island, NY, John B. Sinnott (Margaret) of Asheville, NC, Mary Jane Maher (Kevin) of Ipswich, MA and Michael P. Sinnott (Ginny) of Aspinwall, PA; also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and nieces and nephews. Friends will be received JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, Mass of Christian Burial, at St. Paul Cathedral at 10 a.m. Remembrances may be made in Barbara's memory to either the Cleft Palate Clinic at UPMC or to any charity dealing with the effects of COPD. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MYERS PATRICIA R. (WHITE) AGE ...
MYERS PATRICIA R. (WHITE) Age 78, on Thurs., May 7, 2015, formerly of Elliott. Beloved wife of the late Robert "Jim" Myers; loving mother of Kenneth J. (Carol), Kevin J. and Lori Myers; grandmother of Jason (Tracy) and Ryan Myers, Chelsea (Ean) Livingood, Nicole and Kevin Myers, Jr.; great- grandmother of Albert James "Alby" Myers; sister of the late Robert and Glenn White and Betty Deutch. Friends received Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WM. F. CONROY FUNERAL HOME, 2944 Chartiers Ave., Sheraden. Funeral Service will be held at the Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Elliott on Tues., 10 a.m. www.wfconroyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BALL FLORENCE HELEN (CAMPBELL)...
BALL FLORENCE HELEN (CAMPBELL) On Saturday, May 2, 2015, "almost" 102, was born in Brazil, Indiana on July 12, 1913, to Emma and John Campbell on a day that was so hot that her father had to hang a garden hose to spray down the screens in the bedroom. After graduating from high school at 15, Florence studied stenography at Wabash Commercial College. She held various jobs until she became secretary to the director of the Indiana State Chamber of Commerce and Defense Council. She met her husband, Hiram Price Ball, Sr. on a blind date when he was a sales representative in Indianapolis. After two years in Indiana, he returned to Pittsburgh to work for Ball Chemical Co. because of his father's poor health. For three years, they saw each other once a year and never called or wrote each other. Florence was proposed to over the phone from the University Club and they were married on October 16, 1943. Hiram and Florence celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary where Florence wore her mother's wedding dress. Hiram passed away in 1999 after 56 years of marriage. Florence loved being a wife and a mother and supporting Hiram in all his Shrine and Masonic activities. Florence was always a Iady in the truest sense of the word. Florence and Hiram had three children, Hiram Price Ball, Jr. (Margot), Victoria Irene Ball (deceased) and Susan Campbell Ball. She also had two grandsons, Alexander McClure Ball (Erica) and Justin Campbell Ball; and two great- grandchildren, Felix Milo Ball and Matilda Charlotte Ball. Florence was a Past President and charter member of the North Hills Suburban Fine Arts League, Woman of the year for the Women's Club of Southern Butler County for furnishing the Middlesex Township grade School's teachers lounge and setting up their cafeteria. In addition to enjoying gardening, sewing, painting, traveling and bridge, Florence was a Cub Scout den mother and helped arrange the church flowers. She was President of the Mars High School Band Boosters and President, Board member of the North Hills Library. While living at the St. Barnabas Retirement Village, Florence was active as a floor coordinator, greeter and loved singing in the Choristers. Florence, previously from Ross Township and Mars, PA, resided at the St. Barnabas Arbors Courtyard in Gibsonia. Her family thanks all of the St. Barnabas staff for the friendship and care they gave their mother. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 a.m. until time of Service at 11 a.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. There will be a reception immediately thereafter at the Glenshaw Presbyterian Church on Glenn Ave. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Bakerstown Presbyterian Church, to St. Barnabas designated for a Florence Ball Memorial Bench, the Glenshaw Century Club for Shaler student Scholarships (c/o Edie Haughton, 109 Konzier Dr., Pgh., PA 15237) or a charity of your choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPAZIANI HARRY AGE 88, OF MONO...
SPAZIANI HARRY Age 88, of Monongahela, died Friday, May 1, 2015. Born March 5, 1927, in Monongahela. He served in the Unites States Coast Guard during WWII stationed off the coast of Germany. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, Darren and Anita (Gigliotti) Spaziani of Pittsburgh; and a daughter and son-in-law, Cam and Carl Larson, Sr. of Pompton Lakes, NJ; four grandchildren, Benjamin Caffardi and Carl, Jr., Jennifer and Danielle Larson. Friends and family are invited to attend a Graveside Memorial Service in Monongahela Cemetery on Monday, May 11, 2015, beginning at 11 a.m., where military honors will be conducted by the Mon-Valley Honor and Firing Squad. The MARSHALL MARRA FUNERAL HOME, 216 Chess St., Monongahela, 724-258-6767, is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at: www.marshallmarrafuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HESS ANNETTE MAE 9/23/1917 ~ 2...
HESS
ANNETTE MAE
9/23/1917 ~ 2/11/2015
First Mother's Day
in Heaven
Beautiful memories silently kept - Of one that we loved and will never forget.
-Your Loving Family
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IRITI FRED E., SR. AGE 78, OF ...
IRITI FRED E., Sr. Age 78, of Monroeville, passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday, May 8, 2015. Beloved husband of Kay (Falvo) Iriti for over 50 years; loving father of Cindy (Bill) Kinney, Tambri Iriti, and Fred E. (wife, Jennifer) Iriti, Jr.; grandfather of Melissa, Michael, Mark, Marina and Mia; brother of Terry Ford and Tony Iriti; also survived by seven great-grandchildren; preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters. Fred was a Big Pittsburgh Sports Fan and loved going to the Meadows. Friends will be received Monday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL) corner of (445) Beatty Rd. and 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernadette Parish Tuesday, 10 a.m. Private interment in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. The family kindly suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Monroeville Baseball Association (MBA), 1361 Foxwood Dr., Monroeville, PA 15146. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLOGY JOAN T. ON MAY 5, 2015,...
COLOGY JOAN T. On May 5, 2015, of Penn Hills. Beloved wife of the late Thomas A. Cology; loving mother of Brian Cology; sister of Jeanette Vecchiola, Lois Cuttruzula, Charlotte Lagrotteria, the late Marietta Bucci, and James Tamburine; Friends received Monday 6-8 p.m. at CHARLES W. TRENZ FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11110 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills. Funeral Mass at St. Susanna Church, Tuesday 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SOELL CHARLES AL PASSED AWAY...
SOELL CHARLES AL Passed away peacefully at the Meridian Arms Living Center in Youngstown, Ohio on May 4, 2015, at the age of 91. He was born October 28, 1923, in Pittsburgh, PA and was a lifelong resident until he moved to Youngstown three years ago. Survived by his beloved wife, Bette; son, Charles Soell of Kittanning, PA; and daughter, Leslie (Rob) Soell Schuler of Youngstown, OH; grandfather of Kay Stivason, Charles Soell, Katie Fabian and John Schuler; and great-grandfather of Ryland and Finlay. Al served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He worked as a machinist at Bearing Service Company for over 40 years. He also worked at Forbes Field and Three Rivers Stadium as a guard where he had the opportunity to meet and know the baseball players. Al was an avid baseball fan who had an in depth knowledge of baseball statistics. His favorite team was the Pirates and was also a big Steelers fan. Al had a wonderful smile and great personality. A private viewing was held for family. Local arrangements made through BURKET - TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., Oakmont. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KINNEMAN BERNADETTE BETTY (B...
KINNEMAN BERNADETTE BETTY (BENTZ) Age 94, of Sheraden, peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, May 7, 2015. Wife of the late John Jack Kinneman, Sr.; beloved mother of Bette Jean (John) Biedrzycki, JoAnn (Gerald) Meier and John Jack (Nancy) Kinneman, Jr.; dear grandmother of John (Beth) Biedrzycki III, Erika (Steve) Claves, J. Ryan (Carolyn), Matthew and Patrick Kinneman; three grandchildren, Emma Harper Claves, Maxwell and Molly Biedrzycki; sister of Eileen (Joe) Balzer and the late Margaret Meyers and Earl Bentz, Jr.; also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation MONDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton, where the Blessing Service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to a charity of your choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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YEZESKI CHARLENE A. (MEACCI) A...
YEZESKI CHARLENE A. (MEACCI) Age 76, of Findlay Twp., Imperial, PA, suddenly on Monday afternoon, May 4, 2015, in Allegheny General Hospital. A daughter of the late Charles and Thelma (Stewartson) Meacci, Jr.; beloved wife of 54 years to Anthony Yezeski; sister of Charles Meacci and wife, Delilah, Thelma Missy Meacci and the late Sandra O'Bryon and husband, Viet, who survives; cherished aunt of Kelly (Frank) Ruffalo, Lisa (Ed) Reyes, Grant (Terri Lefler) Meacci, James Meacci, and Jane (Matthew) Harbaugh; adored great-aunt of Eliza Harbaugh, James Grant Harbaugh, Rylie Wauthier, and Evan Reyes; daughter-in-law of the late Ray and Agnes Stein; sister-in-law of Judy (the late Robert) Kosenina, Larry and Karen Stein, Sharon Stein, and Nona Stein; niece of Elsie Bozick; cousin of Ed and Melissa Bozick, Pete and Linda Bozick, Bonnie and Bob Miller; and her larger extended family and friends. At Charlene's request, there will be no public visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, May 16, 2015, at 1 p.m. at St. Columbkille R.C. Church, Rte. 30, Imperial. It is respectfully requested memorial donations be sent to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by HERRICK COMPASSIONATE FUNERAL SERVICE, P.C., Edward M. Herrick Supervisor/Owner, 951 Cliff Mine Rd., N. Fayette Twp., Imperial, PA, 724-695-7332. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KONOP JUDITH JUDY ELIZABETH ...
KONOP JUDITH JUDY ELIZABETH (CASHDOLLAR) On Wednesday, May 6, 2015, of Somerset, formerly a longtime resident of Swissvale. Beloved wife of 55 years to Charles G. Konop; loving mother of Charles E. Konop (Ellen) of Virginia, Pamela J. Filko (Dave) of Squirrel Hill and Dana E. Montalbano (Victor) of Virginia; dear grandmother of Cameron and Elisa Konop, Albert M. Filko (Jess), Danielle and Victor Montalbano. She was the sister of the late Earl Cashdollar and a suriving sister, Patty Franz; sister-in-law of Ronald Konop (Diane) of Youngwood, Charlotte Mudge of McKeesport and Dorothy Dot Sundberg (Ted) of N. Huntingdon. Judy is also survived by her many nieces and nephews. Friends received 4-8 p.m. MONDAY ONLY at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. A Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KERCHUM PETER AGE 86, OF MCKEE...
KERCHUM PETER Age 86, of McKees Rocks, on Tuesday, May 5, 2015. Beloved husband of Garnette Waller Kerchum; loving father of Valerie Brown and Linda Lopez; grandfather of Michael Lopez, Mark Lopez and Amanda Green; stepfather of Andrew Waller, Amy Waller, Andriene Rizzo and Darrell Waller, Jr.; survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother of Paul (Gloria) Kerchum of Arizona, Helen Francis and the late Margaret Rak, John Kerchum and Mary Robson; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received Monday 1:30 to 8 p.m. at the VALERIAN F. SZAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Helen St., McKees Rocks. Parastas Monday 7 p.m. Trisagion Service will be held Tuesday 9:15 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by a Requiem Service in St. Nicholas Orthodox Church at 10 a.m., officiated by Rev. Thomas Soroka. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LOEFFLER WILLIAM AGE 89,PASSED...
LOEFFLER WILLIAM Age 89,passed away quietly at his O'Hara Township home May 8, 2015. Mr. Loeffler was a father, husband, composer, business executive and servant of God. A self-taught musician, Mr. Loeffler was a born performer who never met a piano he didn't like. He was also an accomplished yachtsman who sailed the Lake Erie Islands in the Galvanizer, his 26-foot sailboat. He sailed as far as Canada and up the St. Lawrence Seaway. As president of Hanlon-Gregory Industries, a hot-dip galvanizing company in Lawrenceville, he successfully steered it though the collapse of the steel industry in Western Pennsylvania. William Loeffler was born Aug. 4, 1925, the eighth of nine children of Josephine Heyl Loeffler and Albert Loeffler. Mr. Loeffler was the last surviving child. When the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor in 1941, he enlisted in he enlisted in the Army Air Corps and earned his wings as a bombardier. In tribute to his service, his grandson, Air Force Cadet Walker Heyl Loeffler, wears a gold prop and wings on his flight cap instead of silver. Mr. Loeffler also was a member of the Pittsburgh Field Club and the president of C-AD Industries, a sign company. He loved classical music and opera and enjoyed golf, tennis and bowling. He is survived by his wife, Audrey (Foizey) Loeffler; his five children, William Loeffler III (Michelle) of St. Paul, Minn., Thomas Loeffler (Betsy) of Boston, Mass., Richard Loeffler (Laura), of Fox Chapel Julie Andrews (Christopher) of Hampton and James Albert Loeffler (Mimi) of Fox Chapel; and nine grandchildren. Friends received Monday, May 11, 2015, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WEDDELL - AJAK FUNERAL HOME, 100 Center Ave., Aspinwall, where a parting prayer will be held on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. followed by a Christian Funeral Mass at 12 noon at St. Scholastica Church, Aspinwall. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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D'AMICO ANTHONY PAUL 3/4/1960 ...
D'AMICO
ANTHONY PAUL
3/4/1960 ~ 5/10/2014
Our Beloved Brother, Anthony, your gentle face and patient smile are missed very much. You are not forgotten, dear Brother, nor will you ever be as long as there is life in us. We know that Mom is happy to have you with her on this Mother's Day. We miss you now, our hearts are sore, as time goes by we miss you more. We pray you are at peace and free from all the pain and suffering you endured here on Earth. No one can ever take your place.
Your Loving Sisters,
Tina, Terrie, Rose Ann & Angela
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