JACKSON ANGINETTE (WAITE) Age 75, of McKeesport, PA, died Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016, in UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born December 14, 1940, in McKeesport, daughter of the late "Babe" Waite and the late Betty Ann Andrew Tynes. She was a Senior Caregiver with Daily Care. Surviving are sons, Eugene (Rhonda) Jackson of Dover, DE, Troy Jackson and James Jackson and daughters, Laquita Thomas (Mack) and Jackie Jackson (Melvin) all of McKeesport; eight grandchildren and five great- grandchildren; cousins and many friends. Friends will be received Tues., Feb. 9, 2016, from 10 a.m. until 12 Noon at Christ Temple A.M.E. Church, 937 Rose St., McKeesport, with funeral services following the visitation. Rev. Dr. James McLemore officiating. Interment will follow in the Monongahela Cemetery, Braddock, PA. Local arrangements by the ROBERT A. WATERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., McKeesport. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BITTNER ELIZABETH J. (DUVALL) ...
BITTNER ELIZABETH J. (DuVALL) Of Bethel Park, peacefully at home, on Sunday, February 7, 2016, age 87, in the arms of her husband of 64 years, James E. Bittner; beloved mother of Linda Morris (Ron), James Gary (Brenda) and Glenn (Annette); grandmother of Joshua (Irene) and Aaron (Kendall); and great- grandmother of Keegan and Madison. Betty was a founding member of the Treehaven Circle Garden Club, the Crazy Quilters, Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary, SHIM and the Langley Lunch Bunch. She volunteered at Kane Hospital, St. Clair Hospital and the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and also made prayers shawls for Bethel Presbyterian Church. Visitation Tuesday 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road (RT 88), Library. Funeral Service Thursday at 11 a.m. in Bethel Presbyterian Church. Interment in Bethel Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RAIDA RUDOLPH C., JR. AGE 75, ...
RAIDA RUDOLPH C., Jr. Age 75, of Wexford, PA, passed away peacefully at his home in Bonita Springs, FL, on February 5, 2016, surrounded by his family. Rudy leaves behind his loving wife of 48 years, Carol Weitzel Raida; and children, Jody Raida of New York, NY and Robin Raida of Los Angeles, CA. Also surviving are his brother, Robert Raida of Pittsburgh, PA; and sister, Patricia Raida of Warren, OH. He is predeceased by his parents, Rudolph Raida and Anna Momper Raida; and sisters, Margaret Raida Schessler and Virginia Raida Lewis. Rudy will be fondly remembered by family and friends as a devoted husband, loving father, caring friend, tenacious athlete and leader of the mighty North Hills Class of '59. He was well respected for his generosity and entrepreneurial spirit in real estate development. We are grateful for the gift of his life and the blessing of the time spent with him. A celebration of his life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane Society of the United States, humanesociety.org. Online condolences may be offered by visiting: ShikanyFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VOGEL WALTER M., JR. WALLY F...
VOGEL WALTER M., Jr. WALLY Formerly of Etna, on Sunday, February 7, 2016; son of the late Walter M., Sr. and Margaretta (Reisacher) Vogel; survived by many friends and cousins. Wally was a lifelong member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Millvale and a graduate of Etna High School Class of 1950. Friends will be received Tuesday from 10 a.m. until time of service at 12 noon at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. John's Lutheran Church, 501 North Ave., Millvale, PA 15209 or to Concordia Lutheran Ministries, 134 Marwood Rd., Cabot, PA 16023. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SHAFFER DONALD Y., JR. AGE 79,...
SHAFFER DONALD Y., Jr. Age 79, of Bethel Park, formerly of Dormont, on Sunday, February 7, 2016. Beloved husband of Choral Shaffer; father of Debbie (Bill) Wessel, Donald "Eddie" (Nancy) Shaffer, Virginia (Brian) Hulton and Ted (Christine) Morus, Jr.; brother of the late Richard Shaffer; also survived by seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Don was a retired Funeral Director. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Berean Fellowship Church, 300 Rockfield Circle, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the church. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANDERSON JOHN ERIC III "JACK" ...
ANDERSON JOHN ERIC III "JACK" Age 73, of Penn Hills, on Saturday, February 6, 2016. Husband of Barbara; father of Jennifer Rosatone and Erica (Chad) George; grandfather of Alyssa, Madison, Emma and Liam; brother of David (Carolyn) Anderson, Janet (Dennis) Martinich, Donna (Michael) Babjak. John retired from Mine Safety Appliances after 39 years of service. He most enjoyed playing golf and coaching girls softball. John was also an avid Pirates and Steelers fan, who rarely missed a game, whether attending or watching on TV. Friends received, Tuesday, 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills. Funeral service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church (Penn Hills), Thursday, 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Diabetes Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DUGAN THOMAS E. TED OF ROSS ...
DUGAN THOMAS E. TED Of Ross Twp., on Saturday, February 6, 2016. Beloved husband of 63 years to Joanne (Keir) Dugan; father of Marcia A. Dugan (John Harper), Elaine D. Green (Jeff), Patty J. Toplak (Rob) and Laura D. Kreutzer (Jeff); brother of William Dugan (Claire), Jack Dugan (Elaine) and the late Dick Dugan and Nancy Smith; proud grandfather of Matt, Mike and Danny Green, Kelsey and Andrew Toplak, Nathan, Ben, Seth and Luke Kreutzer. Ted was an avid Pirate and Steeler fan. Friends received Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills, where services will be held Wednesday 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRIDENBAKER JEAN ELIZABETH AGE...
BRIDENBAKER JEAN ELIZABETH Age 92, of Greentree, on Saturday, February 6, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Vincent Bridenbaker; loving mother of Karen (Donald) Cross, Bruce (Arleen) Bridenbaker and Nancy (Steven) Williams; dear sister of Jim Spicer; cherished gram of eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Jean always wanted to have fun. She enjoyed waterskiing, creating stained glass pieces, baking chocolate chip cookies for the grandchildren, spending time in Deep Creek, MD and Hatteris, NC. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211 Wednesday 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 11:30 a.m. Family suggests memorial contributions to Alzheimer's Association, 110 Liberty Ave., Ste. E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Please view or add tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COZZO MARY J. OF STOWE TWP., A...
COZZO MARY J. Of Stowe Twp., age 94, on Saturday, February 6, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Rocco Cozzo; loving mother of Laurence Cozzo, Robert Cozzo and Janet Olbrish; sister of Theresa Viziana and the late Joseph Viziana. Member of St. Malachy's Church, Kennedy Twp. Friends received at the SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1650 Broadway, Stowe-Kennedy Twp., on Monday, 2-8 p.m. Blessing Service in funeral home on Tuesday, 1 p.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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IVANCIW GRACE V. GAYE GRACE ...
IVANCIW GRACE V. GAYE Grace V. Ivanciw, 79, of Pittsburgh, passed away on February 6, 2016. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on January 21, 1937, to the late Carl and Grace (Flaherty) Summerfield. Gaye was preceded in death by her beloved husband of many happy years, Alexander Ivanciw. She is survived by her son, Terrance Gallagher; and sister, Edith (late John) Dimmock. Services entrusted to the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. Condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GERICH WALTER ON FEBRUARY 3, 2...
GERICH WALTER On February 3, 2016, age 76, of Homestead, formerly of West Mifflin. Walt was born in Homestead, the son of the late Joseph and Barbara (Damich) Gerich. Walt was a retired clerk for U.S. Steel and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He will be sadly missed by his friends at Cuzzin's Café. Friends received at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall 15120 (412-461-6394) on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass in St. Maximilian Kolbe Church in Homestead at 10 a.m. Please share your memories and condolences at: georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORI DEBORAH FEB. 8, 1964 - O...
MORI
DEBORAH
Feb. 8, 1964 - Oct. 3, 2006
Happy Birthday, Debbie
We love you,
Mom & family.
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MACK GARY JOHN AGE 75, OF MYRT...
MACK GARY JOHN Age 75, of Myrtle Beach, SC, died January 31, 2016, peacefully in his home. Born April 23, 1940, in Pittsburgh, PA, he was preceded in death by his parents, Emmett, Sr. and Mary Mack; and brother, Emmett Mack, Jr. of Pittsburgh, PA. Gary served in the US Navy with an honorable discharge in 1965. As a retired Ironworker for Local Union #3, he spent his 25 plus year career helping to add to the Pittsburgh skyline. He was a competitive skydiver with over 500 jumps, enjoyed racing cars, and paragliding. He is survived by his sisters, Jerry Fink and Mary Carol Messmer; the mother of his children, Marjorie P. Mack; and their children, Gary D. (Dana) Mack of Allison Park, PA, Eric G. (Wendi) Mack of Elizabeth Township, PA and Tracy L. Mack of Valencia, PA; grandchildren, Tyler and Kayla Mack, and Emma and Abby Mack. Family and close friends will be received at a memorial luncheon on Friday, February 12, 2016, from 1-4 p.m. at The Clubhouse, in Gibsonia. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DANNIBALE LILLIAN (DILISIO) OF...
DANNIBALE LILLIAN (DILISIO) Of Hopewell Twp., formerly of First Ave., Coraopolis. Born December 15, 1921, passed away at the Villa St. Joseph, on Sunday, February 7, 2016, age 94, after a long illness. Lillian was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Dannibale for 52 years. Loving mother of Donna (Bill) Chisum of California and Thomas (Barbara) D'Annibale of Virginia. Preceded in death by her parents, Harry (Enrico) and Rose (Rosaria Pompeo) Dilisio. Grandmother of Matthew Chisum, Adam Chisum, Kirsten (Roy) Schneider, Kara Turner, Nathan D'Annibale and Meagan DeGaia; great- grandmother of Rutger Schneider, Michayla and Wyatt Turner; sister of Edith (late Walter) Casasanta, Mary (late William) Daugherty and Helen Dolly Dilisio. Preceded in death by sisters, Anna (Rudy) Gastner, Emma Dilisio, Virginia (Steve) Redli, Carrie (Bob) Holt; and brothers, Edward (Antoinette) Dilisio and Albert Dilisio. Special thanks to her friends, the wonderful, caring people of the Villa St. Joseph of Baden. Friends received at the SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1316 Fourth Ave., Coraopolis on Wednesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Prayers in funeral home on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. St. Joseph's Church, Coraopolis. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THIERET HARRY G. AGE 86, OF WE...
THIERET HARRY G. Age 86, of West Mifflin, PA, passed peacefully, on Monday, February 8, 2016. Born on February 23, 1929, he was the son of the late Joseph and Jean Thieret. Beloved husband of Jo-Anne Smith; loving father of Sarah (Scott) Litz, Harry J. Thieret, Margaret Peggy (Tom) Barczak, Joseph (Maureen) Thieret and George (Natalie) Thieret; cherished grandfather of Nannette (Rick) Barkley, Amanda and Joshua (Jocelyn) McCorkle, Taylor Litz, Shane, J.T., Connor, Dylan and Jake Thieret, Sarah and Nora Barczak; great-grandfather of Tyrik, Maddi-Jo, Marabelle, and Maci. Survived by his sister, Sue Picard. Harry proudly served in the United States Army for six years attached to the 101st Airborne. He was a member of the Pleasant Hills American Legion. He loved hunting and enjoyed working on cars. Harry loved life and lived it to the fullest. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Family and friends are welcome on Thursday, February 11, 2016, from 10 a.m. to the time of service at noon at CREMATION AND FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. The inurnment will take place privately in Lebanon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Family Hospice, 50 Moffett St., Mt. Lebanon, PA 15243, (412) 572-8750. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUSSELL LYNN MARGARET AGE 69, ...
RUSSELL LYNN MARGARET Age 69, of North Fayette, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2016, in Allegheny General Hospital. She was born on February 27, 1946, to the late Lindel and Anna Mae Jones. She was preceded in death by a beloved son, Matt Russell in 2012. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, John M. Russell; three sons, John Michael and Regina Russell, Keith and Catherine Russell, and Tim and Valerie Russell; ten grandchildren; five siblings, Patty Morningstar, Becky Johnson, Richard Jones, Lindel Jones, and Mark Jones; numerous nieces and nephews, and her beloved dog, Chewy. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the HUNTSMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES OF ALIQUIPPA, where a funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Presbyterian Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GABEL CARL D. AGE 92, OF MT. L...
GABEL CARL D. Age 92, of Mt. Lebanon, on Monday, February 8, 2016. Beloved husband of Simone M. (Sinoquet) Gabel; loving father of Jacqueline (Paul Kiswardy) Gabel and James (Christie) Gabel; grandfather of Justin Kiswardy and Matthew (Emily) Kiswardy. As per Mr. Gabel's wishes there are no visitations. Services and interment were held privately by the family. The family suggests memorials be made to Family Hospice and Palliative Care, 4818 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Arrangements entrusted to BRUSCO-NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD. Add a tribute at: brusco-napier funeralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VRTACNIK HELEN "NAN" AGE 92, O...
VRTACNIK HELEN "NAN" Age 92, of S. Fayette Twp. and Lake Norman, NC, on Saturday, February 6, 2016, with her family by her side. Beloved wife for 67 years to the late Jake; loving mother of Joan Vrtacnik and Judy Livingston and her husband, Francis; devoted "Nan" of Amber Alke and Brad and Matt Livingston; great "Nanny" of Ty, Benjamin and Blake Livingston; daughter of the late Wasyl and Eva DuPilka; sister of the late Ann (DuPilka) Drissel and Frank, Jensen, Joe, Mickey, George and Ray; also survived by many nieces and nephews. She honorably served in the US Marine Corps during WWII. Nan enjoyed reading, outdoor activities and cooking, but her specialty was baking wedding cakes. Funeral services entrusted to BEINHAUER - FRYER, (412-221-3800). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 12 noon at St. Barbara Church (everyone please meet at the church). Interment with full military honors will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, 3500 Brooktree Road, Suite 320, Wexford, PA 15090. Please add and view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DULAK THOMAS A. "BIG PAPA" AGE...
DULAK THOMAS A. "BIG PAPA" Age 57, suddenly on Saturday, February 6, 2016, of Pleasant Hills. Beloved husband of Teri (Horgan) Dulak and the late Vanessa (Saternos) Dulak; loving father of John (Erin) Dulak; stepfather of Vincent Hoover, Kayla (Brian) Hutton and Joseph Gasser; Pap-Pap of Carter; step-grandfather of Jaxson, Journey, Savannah and Brianna; son of Lillian LaRue and the late Joseph T. Dulak; brother of Gregory (Kim) Dulak and Denise (Bill) Parker; also survived by his loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Tom was a member of Laborers Union Local #1058. He was an avid motorcycle and car enthusiast who enjoyed riding for charity. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Rd., Brentwood, 15227, Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the Memorial Service at 12:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Disabled American Veterans, 1000 Liberty Avenue, # 1606, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Please send condolences to: WWW.JOHNFSLATER.COM Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEYER ISABELLA (WAKELING) BIL...
BEYER ISABELLA (WAKELING) BILLIE Of Bethel Park, age 81, on Sunday, February 7, 2016; beloved wife of 57 years to Ronald G. Beyer; loving mother of Ronald (Lori) Beyer, Jr., Mary Ann (Paul) Stasik, William (Carole) Beyer, John (Victoria) Beyer, Joan (Timothy) Quigley and the late Russell (surviving wife, Lee Ann) Beyer; sister of Barbara Baker and the late Joseph Wakeling; also survived by 13 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PAUL L. HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Thursday 10 a.m. at St. Valentine Church, Bethel Park. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Garden, McMurray, PA. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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