LEIGHTY REBECCA MAY EKIS STOLEC As grateful siblings, daughters, sons-in-law, and grandchildren, we invite extended family and friends of our beloved Becky to a Life Celebration on Saturday, June 6, 2015, at 10 a.m. Sally (as known to her family) was the middle daughter of Robin (Celeste) Kelly and Wiles A. Ekis; and sibling of an older brother and baby sister she raised as her own, following the unexpected death of her mother. Becky shared her life as the wife of Milan R. Stolec (1942-1976) and Ralph G. Leighty, MD (1998 -2003). Becky raised three thankful, strong daughters, loved her sons-in-law as her own and no woman loved deeper and was more involved with her five grandchildren ("Who could ever have grandchildren like I have? NO ONE!"). Becky was a loyal, lifelong friend of many. She taught us all family is our lifeblood ("Stay together always, even if distance separates you."), the importance of education, love of reading, need to volunteer, treasures of nature and our job to protect the environment, perfection of the ocean, gratification of travel, and a healthy infatuation for shoes. Becky was an outstanding cook and baker; her holiday cookies were ridiculously elegant and delicious. A luncheon in the refectory will follow the 10 a.m. celebration at the Calvary Episcopal Church, 315 Shady Avenue (corner of Walnut Street), Shadyside, PA 15206. Please bring your stories and your time. Although she no longer walks the earth, she is with us every step of our journey. She's a great lady! Donations may be made to two of her favorite charities: Oglala Lakota College, P.O. Box 537, Piya Wiconi Road, Kyle, SD 57752 or Smile Train, P.O. Box 96231, Washington, DC 20090-6231. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FELTZ VINCENT P. BUDDY AGE 5...
FELTZ VINCENT P. BUDDY Age 57, died June 2, 2015, in Butler, PA. Born December 4, 1959, son of the late Joseph and Thelma Sandusky Feltz. Attended Holy Trinity School, Serra High School, Robert Morris, and Community College in Monroeville. Majored in Business and Culinary Arts. He managed his uncle Patsy Riazzi's Restaurant and worked for 25 years for the Diocese of Pittsburgh as a chef at St. Anne's in Castle Shannon, St. Anthony's in Monongahela, and St. Christopher's in Prospect. Brother of Father Joseph Feltz, and Dennis M. Feltz; fiancé of Susan Duffy; uncle of Laura (Sean) Feltz Griffith, Mary (Eric) Feltz, and Beth (Tony) Fleming; great-uncle to seven. Preceded by parents; and nephew, D.J. Feltz. Visitation Friday, June 5, 2015 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the EDWARD L. RAISLEY FUNERAL HOME, 387 Main Street, Prospect. Rosary will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 6, 2015, with the Funeral Mass 11 a.m. at the St. Christopher At the Lake Roman Catholic Church, with his brother, Father Joseph Feltz, officiating. All are invited to the Mercy Meal at St. Christopher's following the Liturgy. Interment will be on Monday, June 8, 2015, 12:00 Noon in the Calvary Cemetery, Port Vue, PA. Memorial contributions may be given to the St. Christopher Church. www.raisleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAST WILLIAM F. FRED AGE 85,...
HAST WILLIAM F. FRED Age 85, of Pittsburgh, on June 3, 2015. 38-year employee of US Steel, Army veteran of Korean War receiving two Bronze Stars and member of American Legion Post 935. Beloved husband of the late Donna Lee Hast; loving father of Bill Hast, Debbie Morrison, Dwayne Hast and Marla Humberston; also 13 loving grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Disabled Veterans. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in R. V. ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 315 East Tenth Ave., Homestead, where Services will be held on Saturday (time later). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROSENBERG ELKAN AGE 86, OF PEM...
ROSENBERG ELKAN Age 86, of Pembroke Pines, FL, passed away on June 2, 2015. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, but later moved to Falls Church, VA with his family and lived there for 40 years. He moved to Century Village, Pembroke Pines, FL over 20 years ago. Elkan is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Ruth, for over 66 years; his children, Judi (Edward) of Medina, OH, Irving (Michele Davey) of Vienna, VA, Janet of Purcellville, VA, David (Eileen) of Palm Desert, CA. The burial and services will be held in Falls Church, VA. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Vitas Innovative Hospice Care, 5420 NW 33rd Avenue, Suite 100, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MEYERS TERRI L. AGE 70, OF ASP...
MEYERS TERRI L. Age 70, of Aspinwall, on Sunday, May 31, 2015. Beloved mother of Anne C. (Ken) Finn of Fox Chapel and Natalie M. (Mike) Landreneaux of Eureka, CA; cherished grandmother of Amelia and Tyler. No Visitation. Service and Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to The National Kidney Foundation. Arrangements by WEDDELL-AJAK FUNERAL HOME, Aspinwall. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLANTUONO FRANK J. AGE 66, OF...
COLANTUONO FRANK J. Age 66, of Youngstown, NY, passed away Friday, May 29, 2015. He was born in Philadelphia, PA, oldest son of the late Carl G. and Catherine S. (Doherty) Colantuono. Frank grew up in Pittsburgh, graduated from South Hills Catholic High School and Gannon University, received his MBA from the University of Buffalo and served in the Army National Guard. He was a founder of the new health care group that became Independent Health and served as President and CEO for 20 years. He retired in 2004 but remained active on the board of directors. Frank was a member of the Youngstown Yacht Club and played hockey in the Niagara Falls Senior Alumni Thursday Night League. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, traveling, sailing, and bodybuilding and was a food and wine connoisseur. Frank is survived by a son, James A. Colantuono of North Las Vegas, NV; four brothers, Carl (Robin), Joe, Tom (Laurie), and Michael (Robert Miller) Colantuono; five sisters, Kitty (Tom) Eichenlaub, Lorrie (Ken) Esch, Margaret (Bob) Romary, Teresa (Bill) Sponaugle and Marye (Don) Burton; also many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Regina M. Colantuono. Services to be held in Lewiston, NY on Saturday, June 6, 2015. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMPSON RALPH FREDERICK, JR. ...
THOMPSON RALPH FREDERICK, Jr. Ralph F. Thompson was born in Washington, D.C. on May 19, 1923. Ralph entered Virginia Polytechnic Institute, VPI, in September 1940. He studied mechanical engineering and was a cadet in "R" Battery, ROTC, in the Upper Quad. He was admitted to the Pi Tau Sigma honorary mechanical engineering society and Phi Delta Epsilon honorary journalism society for work on the year book. He transferred to the Navy V-12 program which offered continued education at the University of Virginia at the beginning of World War II. He received a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Degree in October 1944. At the University, he was a member of Sigma Nu fraternity. He then transferred to the Naval Academy midshipman reserve program where he was commissioned as an Ensign in April 1945. Subsequently, he served in the destroyer USS Borie (DD704) and in a fleet class diesel electric submarine. He then attended Harvard Business School, obtaining an MBA in 1948. Ralph worked as a marketing manager for Reynolds Metals Co. in Richmond, VA, and for US Steel Corporation in Pittsburgh, PA. He also worked as Director, Iron and Steel Group at the United States Commerce Department, retiring in 1991. He was an early member of the Fox Chapel Racquet Club. He was active in the Fox Chapel Episcopal Church. From these two institutions and friends, he recruited a group of men to cruise the Chesapeake Bay on Halcyon; they sailed together as the "Fox Chapel Navy" and for 34 years he was honorary Commodore. The group hosted a number of social occasions throughout the year. He was also a member of Rotary. Ralph married Ailsa Armstrong McCouch of Philadelphia in June 1953; she predeceased him on April 1, 2009. He is survived by his children, Douglas of O'Hara Township, Pittsburgh, PA, Jean of Fairfax, VA, Gale of Washington, DC, and Eric of Fairfax, VA. His grandchildren include deCourcy O'Grady of NYC, Morgan O'Grady of Boston, MA and Alexandra Frazier of Washington, D.C. He died in Fairfax, VA on May 10, 2015, at the age of 91. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, June 8, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Church, 630 Squaw Run Rd., Fox Chapel. Contributions in his memory may be made to The Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PATTERSON MICHAEL H. AGE 61, O...
PATTERSON MICHAEL H. Age 61, of Verona, peacefully on Friday, May 29, 2015. Beloved son of the late Mark C. (Jr.) and Ida M. Patterson; and late brother, Albert Patterson. Surviving children are Michelle Morant, Michael Patterson, Jr., Tamara Morant, and Michael Graham. brothers, Jerome G. (Barbara) and Mark III (Maureen); seven grandchildren; many relatives and friends. Visitation WEST FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2215 Wylie Avenue, Monday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Service Tuesday 11 a.m. at Bethel A.M.E. Church, corner of Morgan and Webster Avenue. Interment Allgheny Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUTCHISON LAWRENCE LARRY 1/1...
HUTCHISON
LAWRENCE LARRY
1/19/1969 ~ 6/5/2013
It's two years since you're gone and we hold you in our hearts always.
Love and hugs
Missed by Mom, Family & Friends
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ANGEL VINCENT R. "VINNY" AGE 6...
ANGEL VINCENT R. "VINNY" Age 62, on Thursday, May 14, 2015, of Carrick, formerly of Tampa, FL. Father of Lisa and Amber; son of Shirley Angel Cianca and the late Charles Angel; brother of Charles Angel, Jr., Lynn Ann (Jim) Smoyer, Donna, Tony, Paul, and the late David Angel; special friend of Jamie Hampton; grandson of the late Dorothy and Vincent Angel and Elizabeth and Ralph Coxon; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and his beloved cat, Vinny. No visitations. Please meet in St. Basil Church on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. for his Mass of Christian Burial. Arrangements entrusted to BORON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1719 Brownsville Road, 412-882-1506. www.BoronFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FOGELIN REV. VICTOR E. THE REV...
FOGELIN Rev. VICTOR E. The Reverend Victor E. Fogelin, 81, of Presbyterian Senior Care, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2015. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Anne Lawson; and his parents. Loving Father of Carol Fogelin Grinder of New Kensington and Amy (Marc) Pastor of Upper Burrell; grandfather of Hannah Lynn Pastor; and step-grandfather of Heather Pastor; brother of Reverend Helen (the late George) Liesenberg of Dearbourne, Michigan; he is also survived by his companion of ten years, Sandy Wahnsiedler of Oakmont; and her daughter, Brooke Kitzmiller of North Canton, Ohio, and her extended family. Rev. Fogelin was born February 26, 1934, in the Bronx, New York and graduated from the City College of New York with a degree in Liberal Arts. He did his graduate work at Western Seminary in Pittsburgh, receiving his Master of Divinity Degree. He was ordained to the Presbyterian Ministry in 1958. After ordination in 1958, Rev. Fogelin served churches in West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania for a total of 42 years. He retired in 1999 after the death of his wife and two years later resided at Westminster Senior Care in Oakmont. During his stay at Presbyterian Senior Care, he was active with the Day Care Center using his hand puppets, Spanish, and magic to entertain the children. He also served on the Editorial Staff. He attended St. Thomas Episcopal Church doing some teaching and working with children. Friends and relatives will be received on Sunday, June 7, 2015, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Funeral Service Monday, June 8, 2015, 1 p.m. St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 378 Delaware Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139, EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Private interment will be in Jefferson Memorial Park. Donations may be made in his name to St. Thomas Episcopal Church or Operation Smile, 3641 Faculty Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23453. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CROMLISH ROBERT T. "ROBIN" AGE...
CROMLISH ROBERT T. "ROBIN" Age 62, on Wednesday, June 3, 2015, of Carrick. Son of the late Gloria J. (Smith) Cromlish; grandson of Eva Smith; brother of Kim Cromlish. Service and Interment at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BONOSKY DEBORAH E. (BOOTH) AGE...
BONOSKY DEBORAH E. (BOOTH) Age 65, of West Mifflin, formerly of Clairton, after a courageous battle with cancer, passed peacefully on Friday, June 5, 2015. Beloved wife of 40 years to Glenn W. Bonosky; loving daughter of Edward E. and the late Ruth E. (Johnson) Booth; sister of Pat (Booth) Young and husband, Ken Young and the late Janet (Booth) Hellard and her husband, Cliff Hellard; aunt of Robin Scott, David and Kenneth Young; lifelong friend of Joan (Hellard) Estock and Coleen Loughman; and also survived by numerous great- nieces and nephews, in-laws and cousins. Retired region specialist with Schindler Elevator after 43 years of service. She enjoyed crocheting blankets for the Linus Project. She was an active committee person for the annual Clairton High School Reunion Picnic. Debbie opened her heart and home to her nieces, nephews and cousins. She will be greatly missed for her hospitality and brownies. Visitation will be held Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, where Services will be held Monday at 11:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Park. Floral gifts accepted or donations may be made in Debbie's memory to either Family Hospice and Palliative Care, 50 Moffet Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15243 or any animal shelter or rescue league. Condolences may be given at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROOKS WILLIAM DAVID WILLIAM D...
BROOKS WILLIAM DAVID William David Brooks, or in his earlier years known as William Bill Rubish, passed away and went home to Jesus on April 29, 2015, at the age of 79 years, Houston, Texas. William will be missed dearly and will live forever in the hearts of those who loved him. His Faith was unwavering, his personality larger than life. His love of the lord was faithful and undisputed. His Love for the Horse Races was his passion and Hobby. Bill will be forever in our hearts. Bill was born on March 26, 1936, to William and Mary Rubish. Bill was married to Patricia Jane Rubish. They had two beautiful children, Precious Velvet Rubish-Mayes and Robert Rodney Rubish, both of California. He is survived by his beloved children, daughter, Precious Mayes and son Robert Rubish; his sister, Marlene and brother-in-law, Dr. Robert Capriati; his grandchildren, Morganne and Garrett Burchell of California; his niece, Debbie White of Texas. A private memorial service was held in Houston. Bill will be laid to rest in Lloyd's Cemetery in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania with his parents June 7, 2015. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Lloyd Cemetery in Ebensburg, PA, all are welcome. Daddy I will miss you every day, I know you will be watching over me and guiding me through this world until we once again meet again. Your loving children, Precious Velvet and Robert Rodney. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PATTERSON JANE W. AGE 80, ON T...
PATTERSON JANE W. Age 80, on Tuesday, June 2, 2015, formerly of Swissvale, born January 9, 1935, to the late Martha and George Womelsdorf. Mother of Eric D., and the late E. Mark Patterson; grandmother of Skyler Jane and Bailey Brooke. Jane will be sadly missed by the Mallica family and all of her friends. Jane was a school teacher, and also employed by the Board of Viewers. She was a great equestrian, pianist and a longtime member of Federation of Women's Clubs. Friends received Saturday 6-8 p.m. ONLY at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Blessing Service at the funeral home Saturday 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Glen Hazel Kane Regional Nursing Home, 955 Rivermont Dr., Pgh., PA 15207. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FEBBRARO GIUSEPPE OF HIGHLAND ...
FEBBRARO GIUSEPPE Of Highland Park, on Thursday, June 4, 2015. Giuseppe was the beloved husband of Vincenza Febbraro; son of the late Carmelo and Caterina Castellano Febbraro; brother of the late Francesco Febbraro and M. Candida Lagrotteria; brother-in-law of Paolo Manno (Maria), Francesco Manno (Mary Rose) and the late Domenico (late Vincenza) Manno; also survived by nieces and nephews. Mr. Febbraro was a retired laborer for LIUNA Local 1058. Celebrate Mr. Febbraro's life with his family on Sunday and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Raphael Church, Morningside on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Leave condolences at: www.permanfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KITE LOIS C. (PHILLIPS) AGE 88...
KITE LOIS C. (PHILLIPS) Age 88, on Thursday, June 4, 2015, of Washington, PA, formerly of Whitehall. Beloved wife of the late James M. Kite; daughter of the late Harley and Effie Phillips; sister of the late Lucille Keller and Betty Headley; also survived by nieces and nephews. Lois was retired from McIlrath Insurance Agency. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, and crossword puzzles. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where Funeral Services will be held on Monday morning at 10. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Pleasant Hill Cemetery, 433 Jollytown Rd., New Freeport, PA 15352. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STANISHA LOUIS PHILIP "LOU" AG...
STANISHA LOUIS PHILIP "LOU" Age 87, of Ross Township, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2015. Lou was born in Novo Mesto, Slovenia in 1927. He came to America with his parents arriving at Ellis Island, NY via the Ile de France in 1929 at the age of two, graduated Bellevue High ('45), was drafted into the Army in the last draft for WWII in 1946 and graduated from Carnegie Tech with BS degrees in Mechanical Engineering ('50) and Industrial Management ('58). Lou spent his professional life at Swindell Dressler, Dravo Corporation and Chapman Corporation. He was known as an accomplished accordionist and played as a member of the Duquesne University Tamburitzans ('45-'46) and remained very active in the alumni. He also entertained at many weddings and events in his ensemble group, The Balkan Dukes. Lou is survived by his bride of 55 years, Mary Joan (Nara); and their seven children, Rebecca (Scott), Robert (Patricia), Teresa, Charles (Dianna), Jennifer, Joseph (Leah), David (Terri); ten grandchildren; many in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and their families. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Anna (Gorshin) Stanisha; brother, Ladislav Stanisha; and granddaughter, Erikka Stanisha. Friends will be received on Sat. 7-9 p.m. and Sun. 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1032 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp., 412-364-4444. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Teresa of Avila Church on Monday at 10 a.m. followed by burial in Mt. Royal Cemetery. Please join us for a luncheon to follow. Memorial contributions are welcome and should be mailed to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. www.brandtfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JARRETT CHARLES B., JR. ON WED...
JARRETT CHARLES B., Jr. On Wednesday, June 3, 2015, Charles B. Jarrett, Jr., age 87. Beloved husband of Emily E. Jarrett; father of Judy Exton (Tom), Marguerite Jarrett (Bill McClintic), Lydia Ball (Mike); grandfather of Emily and Charlotte Exton, Jarrett Marks, Charlie and Anna Montgomery, Owen and Charlotte Ball; brother of the late Homer Jarrett and Jean Wagener; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends will be received on Monday from 3-5 p.m. in Calvary Episcopal Church, 310 Shady Avenue, Pgh., PA 15206 where a Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Family Resources, Calvary Episcopal Church or a non-profit charity of one's choice. Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRAHAM CAROL A. AGE 55, SUDDEN...
GRAHAM CAROL A. Age 55, suddenly on Thursday, June 4, 2015, of the North Side. Loving wife of Wayne; mother of Michelle and Thomas; grandmother of Rebecca; Carol is also survived by two brothers; and other family and friends. NO VISITATION. Arrangements by STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, 412-321-0495. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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