KETTER GERALDINE Of Brookline, on Saturday, November 14, 2015. Wife of the late Norman; beloved mother of Linda K. (Rick) Rod, Leslie and the late Robert (Darlene) Ketter; sister of Janet Nogal and the late Jeanne Face; grandmother of Joseph Lipp, Nikita Ritrovato, Danielle Dorn and the late Heather Ketter; great-grandmother of Ceili, Joseph, Malahkai, Aidyn and Anthony. Friends will be received at THE FRANK DeBOR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd., 412-561-0380 Tuesday Only 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of Loreto Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HALKO EDWARD N. ON NOVEMBER 14...
HALKO EDWARD N. On November 14, 2015, age 86, of Munhall. Beloved husband of Ellen Jane Halko; loving father of Mark (Patti) Halko of Buffalo, NY and Cheryl Kidder of West Mifflin; grandfather of three; great-grandfather of two. Lifelong member of Munhall #2, 18 year Fire Marshall of Munhall, Boy Scout leader, a lifelong member B.P.O.E. #11. Friends received on Monday from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREENE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall, 412-461-6394 where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Munhall Fire Truck Fund. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRANKLIN NOEL (SCHILLING) AGE ...
FRANKLIN NOEL (SCHILLING) Age 87, of Penn Hills, on November 5, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Paul K. Franklin; daughter of the late Frank and Margaret (Malone) Schilling; beloved mother of Karl (Betty) Franklin, David Franklin, James Franklin, and Catherine (Robert) O'Neal. A volunteer at the VA Hospital, a past worthy matron of the OES Corinth Lodge #229, also a past worthy matron of Amaranth Corinthian Lodge #35. Friends and family will be received 11 a.m. - noon, with a service at noon to follow on Tuesday at the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11311 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills. Interment private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KYPTA RONALD E. AGE 69, ON THU...
KYPTA RONALD E. Age 69, on Thursday, November 12, 2015. Beloved husband of Judy (Russo) Kypta; father of Millie (Bob) Mahon, Robin (Rea) Moore, Bob (Deborah) Murphy, Jr. and Samantha Kypta; brother of Carol Bloss, Janet (Bill) White, Joyce (Joe) Cassanova, Lisa (Marty) Gladish and the late Joseph Kypta, Jr. Survived by seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. There will be a Funeral Service for Ron on Saturday, November, 21, 2015, at noon in Cityreach Church, 1101 Vance Ave., Coraopolis, PA 15108. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family in Ron's name. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CESNIK ANN P. OMULAC OF MODEST...
CESNIK ANN P. OMULAC Of Modesto, CA, formerly of Pittsburgh, on Wednesday, October 28, 2015, Mrs. Cesnik was the beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Cesnik; mother of Marilyn Radakovic, Anne Whiteside, Carol Cesnik and the late Sr. Catherine Cesnik, S.S.N.D.; sister of the late Frank and Anthony Omulac; also survived by four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Celebrate Mrs. Cesnik's life at a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 21, 2015, at St. Augustine Monastery Chapel, 221 36th St., Lawrenceville at 10 a.m. Arrangements made by PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp. Leave condolences at: permanfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TEDESCO SUSAN J. 3/4/1964 - 11...
TEDESCO
SUSAN J.
3/4/1964 - 11/16/2010
Remembering our mother whose love lasted a
lifetime and a half.
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SMITH GENERAL JAMES, JR. PEACE...
SMITH GENERAL JAMES, Jr. Peacefully November 12, 2015, leaves to cherish his memory, children, General James Smith III, Lynndora Smith Holmes (Frank), Carey Smith, Terry Smith, Jerry Smith, Tyrone Tilliman and Kevin Parker; sisters, Frances Houstler and Carol Ann Hill; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. Memorial service Tuesday, November 17, 2015, at 2 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SUCHAN FRANK J. 11/25/1928 ~ 1...
SUCHAN
FRANK J.
11/25/1928 ~ 11/16/2005
We still miss your laugh and your smile. Love you always, your wife, children, grandsons and all who knew you.
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DERKACH
DAD - MOM
Happy 75th Wedding Anniversary, Mom and Dad. Loved and missed by Lorraine, Eileen and Linda.
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MCFALLS JOHN F. JOHN, AGE 71, ...
McFALLS JOHN F. John, age 71, of Sturgeon, S. Fayette Twp., died Saturday, November 14, 2015, in the Family Hospice & Palliative Care, Mt. Lebanon. He was born February 29, 1944, in Sturgeon, the son of Francis "Chip" and Loretta Bres McFalls. Mr. McFalls was a member of St. Patrick R.C. Church, Noblestown and the Coffee Club at McDonald Pharmacy and Sil's Market. He enjoyed caring for and spending time with his family. He was previously employed by BMI as a laborer and bricklayer. Surviving are his son, John F. (Peggy) McFalls, Jr. of Canonsburg; grandchildren, John F. (Taylor Miller) McFalls III, Kaylee A. McFalls; great-grandson, Brayden M. McFalls; sisters, Frances Yerkey of Bulger and sister, Betty (Rich) Leibert of Primrose. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara A. Costa McFalls (2012); son, Brian K. McFalls (2013); sisters, Mary Nimal and Loretta Taylor. Friends will be received Wednesday 6-8 p.m., Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the THOMAS - LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 5000 Noblestown Road, Oakdale, (724-693-2800). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Patrick R.C. Church, 7322 Noblestown Road, Oakdale. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Gardens, McMurray. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Patrick Church. Please sign the guestbook at thomas-littlefuneralservice .com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LANG MILDRED A. (VARGYAS) AGE ...
LANG MILDRED A. (VARGYAS) Age 92, formerly of Homestead, of Hopewell Twp., passed away, on Nov. 15, 2015. Beloved wife of 67 years of the late John F. Lang; loving mother of John W. (Joyce), Emery J., William P. (Dolores), Marcie J. (Leo) Topolski, Pastor Charles E. (Lynda) and the late Geraldine M. Jacobs. Also 25 grandchildren and their spouses; 24 great- grandchildren and one great- great-grandchild; sister of Emma Hasak, Dorothy Guerra; and many nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late James and Theresa (Bodnar) Vargyas; and sister of the late Martha Rago and James Vargyas, Jr. She was sweet and welcoming to everyone she met, who also loved cooking for her family. Her dinner table was like the loaves and fishes as she always had enough food for all who shared her dinner table. Her card club met for over 30 years, she was a member of three bowling leagues, League of Nations, St. John's and a Monday Night league. She was a #1 Fan of the Pirates and Steelers. She could hold her own on sports knowledge, read three newspapers daily, about any team. She also served as President of the PTG at St. Anne's Elementary School for several years. Worked at her family's grocery store and then worked at Union Switch & Signal making guns for the war effort. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Elmer Holzinger and staff for the many years of care. Thank you to UPMC Home Health Care staff, Lynn, Elle, Ingrid and Michelle and staff of Shadyside and Allegheny General Hospital. Visitation Wed. 2-4, 6-8 p.m. in R V ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, INC. , 315 East Tenth Ave., Homestead, PA 15120. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 10 a.m. in St. Maximilian Kolbe Church in Homestead. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILLIAMS FRED A. AGE 85, PASSE...
WILLIAMS FRED A. Age 85, passed away, on November 13, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy (Golden) for 62 years; loving father of Karen and Tracy Williams; cherished Pap Pap of Kyla Feliz-Williams, whom he called his Honey Girl; son of the late William and Freda Williams; brother of the late Carol Sichelstiel and Thomas and Clark Williams; also survived by many brothers-in- law and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Fred served our country in the Korean Conflict, then settled in Bethel Park to raise his family and worked as a plumber in the construction business. A gentle soul, Fred enjoyed cheering for local sports teams, telling the tales of his family and heritage and most importantly taking care of his loved ones. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS.Friends welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211 on Wednesday 5-8 p.m. where services will be held Thursday 12 p.m. Interment will follow in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Donnell House Hospice in Washington, PA. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHWERIN BENJAMIN MICHAEL AGE ...
SCHWERIN BENJAMIN MICHAEL Age 26, of Marshall Twp., unexpectedly, on Sunday, November 15, 2015. Beloved son of William III and Helen Schwerin; loving brother of Jacob (Rachael) and Bill IV (Ada) Schwerin; devoted grandson of Helen and the late George Shord and William, Jr. and Norma Schwerin; proud uncle of Billy V, Sebastian and Kayla Schwerin; also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Services and interment will be private. Arrangements by DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KNEIPP ELIZABETH (GALIK) PEACE...
KNEIPP ELIZABETH (GALIK) Peacefully, on November 14, 2015, age 92, of North Versailles. Regarded as the greatest generation Mrs. Kneipp was proud that she worked during the war effort where she chipped molten steel rods for the railroads. Wife of the late Christian R. Kneipp; loving mom of Betty Ann (Bruce) Folkerth, Sergeant Major Chris R. (Susan) Kneipp, and Sherry (John) Urban; special grandma of Natalie Ingle, Christopher (Georgann) Kneipp, Deana (Bill) Mettan, Amy (Bob) Urban-Pajich, Zachary Kneipp; great- grandma of Courtney, Shelby, Kelsey, CJ, Stephan, Spencer, Billy, Madeline and late infant, Adam; great-great-grandma of Kellin. Preceded in death by parents, Stephan and Anna (Muska) Galik and a brother, John Galik. At Mrs. Kneipp's request, there will be no visitation. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding 412-824-4332. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PLATZER LEONA MARIE AGE 73, PA...
PLATZER LEONA MARIE Age 73, passed away on November 16, 2015 after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Lonny, as she was known by her family and friends, was born in Pittsburgh on August 2, 1942. She was the daughter of the late John and Steffie Radzyminski. Lonny is survived by her three children: John (Patti) of Steubenville, OH, Michael of Pittsburgh and Michelle (Matt) Muckleroy of Morgantown, WV; four grandchildren: Kevin Platzer, and Maddy, Macy and Maria Muckleroy; sisters, Jeanne (Henry) Lachowski of Salt Lake City, UT and Arlene Kinnee (the late Mervyn) of Pittsburgh; her dear friend Michael Acendy, and many nieces and nephews. She was a faithful and dedicated member of Holy Spirit Parish in Millvale where she taught religious education for 40 years and was a member of the Christian Mothers and Women's Guild.The family wishes to thank the staff and volunteers at the UPMC Passavant Hospital Cancer Center and the Family Hospice and Palliative Care Center at Canterbury Place in Lawrenceville for the wonderful care they provided to her during her illness. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Family Hospice and Palliative Care Center Friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the HAHN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES,123 North Ave. Millvale Mass of Christian Burial Holy Spirit Church Thursday 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARSILIO DORIS JEAN (SPITZNAGE...
MARSILIO DORIS JEAN (SPITZNAGEL) Age 67, of Scott Township, passed on Sunday, November 15, 2015, after a prolonged illness. The daughter of Adam and Florence (Seneca) Spitznagel, and the sister of John and the late Adam Spitznagel, Doris reveled in the lively exchange of ideas. As a teacher at Carlynton High School for 35 years, she taught German and Honors English and led class trips to Germany. Like her father, Doris was a talented pianist, and taught private piano lessons from her home. When her illness made it impossible for her to work full-time, she turned her efforts to her family and community. An active member of St. Simon and Jude Parish in Greentree, Doris found purpose and meaning and peace in ministering to the sick, comforting the grieving, and feeding the hungry. She gave generously of her time and talents in the service of the Lord, and her faithful and determined spirit embodied God's grace for all who had the privilege to know her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Adam and Florence (Seneca) Spitznagel; and by her brother, Adam (Marlane) Spitznagel, of Belle Vernon. She is survived by her brother, John (Sue Gura) Spitznagel; nieces and nephews, Jane (Mike) Ley, Michael (Jill) Spitznagel, Anna (Derrick) Gaines, Adam (Tiffany) Spitznagel, Julie (Eric) Zubovic, Martin (Jessica) Spitznagel, and Mark Spitznagel; and 13 grandnieces and nephews. Family and friends welcome Wednesday 2-4, 6-8 p.m., WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800) 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp., 15220. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Thursday, S.S. Simon & Jude Church. Interment will be private by family only. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTIN JANE MARGARET (MATHIS) ...
MARTIN JANE MARGARET (MATHIS) Age 95, of Paramount Senior Living, Bethel Park, formerly of Mt. Lebanon, on Sunday, November 15, 2015; daughter of the late Peter and Della Mathis; sister of the late Marion Rogers, Esther McCormick, Paul Mathis and baby Mary Grace Mathis; wife of the late Robert W. Martin; devoted aunt of John McCormick, Gregg Mathis, Michael Mathis, Marion Eberle and Paula Way; also survived by 13 great-nieces and great-nephews; and 17 great- great-nieces and great- great-nephews. Friends may call at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road on THURSDAY MORNING from 10:00 until 11:15 a.m. Funeral Mass will follow in St. Bernard Church at 11:30 a.m. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRANKEL IAN R. AGE 64, OF OVER...
FRANKEL IAN R. Age 64, of Overbrook, unexpectedly on Sunday, November 15, 2015. Beloved husband of Josie Frankel; loving father of Christina (Dan) Furlong and Adam Frankel; grandfather of Nicholas, Matthew and Grace; brother of Bill (Kim) Frankel. Mr. Frankel was a paramedic for the City of Pittsburgh retiring after 38 years of service. He was part of the River Rescue Team, Hazmat Team, Critical Incident Team, as well as serving on the Pension Board for the City of Pittsburgh. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday Only. EMS Memorial Service on Thursday evening at 7 p.m. at BRUSCO - NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD., 2201 Bensonia Ave., Pgh., PA 15216. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to National Alliance of Mental Illness of Southwestern Pennsylvania, 105 Braunlich Dr., Suite 200, Pgh., PA 15237. Add a tribute at: brusco-napierfuneral home.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHAPMAN WILLIAM W. WILL AGE ...
CHAPMAN WILLIAM W. WILL Age 65, of the Hill District, passed away on November 9, 2015. Visitation on Friday, Nov. 20, 2015, 4 - 8 p.m. in the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Funeral Service Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015, at 11 a.m. in the Ebenezer Baptist Church, 2001 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KUTTENKULER SR. CONSTANCE, CDP...
KUTTENKULER Sr. CONSTANCE, CDP Age 79, of McCandless Twp., died peacefully at Providence Heights on November 15, 2015. Sr. Constance (formerly Sr. M. Francis Gabriel) was born August 20, 1936, in Tipton, MO. She entered the Sisters of Divine Providence on August 15, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri. Throughout her life, Sr. Connie faithfully and joyfully served God as a teacher and principal, in several schools in the Archdiocese of St. Louis, MO (Ascension, Mount Providence, and North American Martyrs), Illinois ( St. Mary's - Brussels and Madison) and St. Pius in Shreveport, LA. In 1969, Sr. Connie studied nursing and became a psychiatric technician at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Granite City, Illinois. She later served as homecare provider, and as part-time parish minister visiting the sick. Sr. Connie studied sociology and education at St. Louis University and Marillac College and later she studied nursing at Southern Illinois University. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leo Joseph and Alice (Fallert) Kuttenkuler; and a brother, Thomas. She is survived by her sisters, Carolyn Barabour, Pat Moon and Joan Morelli of Missouri. Relatives and friends will be received at Providence Heights on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with Wake Service at 7 p.m. Visitation on Wednesday from 12-3 p.m. with Mass of Christian Burial at 3:30 p.m. in Divine Providence Chapel. Memorial donations may be sent to Sisters of Divine Providence, 9000 Babcock Blvd., Allison Park, PA 15101. Arrangements entrusted to ANTHONY G. STAAB FUNERAL HOME, INC. Visit us at: www.staabfuneral.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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