RONALD C. SCHOFIELD, SR. Age 87, of Neville Island, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 22, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Alma (Panizzi) Schofield; dear father of Joyce (Don) Palm, Robert (Kim) Hoffman, Ron (Ann) Schofield, Jr. and the late William Sy Hoffman; also survived by six grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Brother of Darlene (Louie) Cercone; also survived by many nieces, nephews and other family members. Preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Goldie Schofield and his siblings, Dorsey Carter, Norman Dutch Schofield and Clifford Schofield. Also preceded in death by his grandchildren, Billy Mays and Randy Mays. Ronald was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local Union #66 and a member of the Shriner's of Pittsburgh. He was a great a man and he will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Thursday, December 26, 2019 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 941 McCoy Rd., McKees Rocks, (Kennedy Township) 15136, 412-504-2000. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 2 p.m. on Friday, December 27, 2019. Burial will be private. Please view the family's online guestbook at www.musmannofh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SUZAN J. PIKE AGE 64 , OF ROS...

SUZAN J. PIKE Age 64 , of Ross Twp. Passed away on Monday, December 23, 2019. Beloved Wife of the late Edward Giggles Pike, Jr.; dear mother of Christian (Brittany) Hooper; grandmother of Damion, Bayleigh, Kayleigh, Tristan, Christina and Ethan; sister of Richard (Lynn) Hooper, Dennis (Diane) Hooper and Laurie (Christopher) Gloeckl; also survived by many nieces and nephews and other family members. Family and Friends are welcome for visitation on Sunday 2:00 p.m. until time of blessing service at 7:00 p.m. at The MCDONALD-LINN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICE, LLC. 529 California Ave. Avalon, PA 15202 (412) 766 7000 Burial will be private. Please view the families online guestbook www.mcdonald-linn.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DOROTHY (SAVATT) LEONE AGE 92...
DOROTHY (SAVATT) LEONE Age 92, of Robinson Twp., passed on Monday, December 23, 2019. Beloved wife of the late John D. Leone; loving mother of Janet (Raymond) Durkin, Kathy (Carl) Memmo and Lori (Dean) Memmo; dear grandmother of Michael Durkin, Ryan Durkin, Leah Memmo and Dominic Memmo; sister of Wilma Marucci. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. FRIDAY at the McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Twp. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. SATURDAY in Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Robinson. Interment to follow in Resurrection Cemetery. mcdermottfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBERT B. MEYERS, SR. AGE 76,...
ROBERT B. MEYERS, SR. Age 76, of Murrysville, formerly Penn Hills; went to be with the Lord on December 25, 2019. Beloved husband of Ethel (English) Meyers; loving father of Robert B. Meyers, Jr. (Gina) and David R. Meyers (Lisa); brother of Eleanor Habegger (Bill); loving grandfather of Bobby, Nicky, Melissa, and Josh. Bob was owner of Meyers' Service Station in Penn Hills (1972-1986), PAT bus driver (1986-2005), and Shuttle Driver for Seneca Hills Village (2006-2014). Friends received Friday, 2-8 p.m. at CHARLES W. TRENZ FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11110 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills. Funeral Service at the Funeral Home, Saturday, 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NORMA JEAN SCHERF AGE 87, OF ...

NORMA JEAN SCHERF Age 87, of Monroeville, on December 23, 2019. Norma Jean, along with her husband of 66 years, H. Eugene Gene Scherf, was a former co-owner of Monroeville Dry Cleaners, Holiday Park Dry Cleaners and Royal Oak Dry Cleaners. She very much enjoyed traveling with her husband yearly to their Florida condo, and cooking, sewing, reading and gardening. Also survived by children, Darleen Sands, David E Scherf and Wayne E. Scherf. Visitation on December 26, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in ROSS G. WALKER FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 217 Freeport Road, New Kensington where a service will be held December 27 at 10 a.m. Burial in Greenwood Memorial Park, Lower Burrell. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILLIAM PETRAKIS WILLIAM PETR...
WILLIAM PETRAKIS William Petrakis, (Carpenter Bill) passed away December 20, 2019 at the age of 91. Bill was born January 26, 1928 in Universal, PA. He was a naturally-gifted, self-taught carpenter who started making furniture for family and friends in grade school. His talent grew and he built his first home even before high school graduation -- for his parents in Monroeville. During his 50 plus years as a carpenter, he built hundreds of homes and retail spaces throughout southwestern Pennsylvania. Bill was an avid marksman, a hunter, a gun collector, a lifetime member of the McKeesport Sportsmen's Association, and country music fan (the classics) who loved to play his guitar and sing hymns at church. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Margaret, his brother Theo, and parents Kyriakos and Anna. Bill is survived by his children Anna Robinson (Robert), Kathryn Petrakis (Thomas Smith), Sandra Petrakis (Ed Sheehan), William A. Petrakis (Elaine) and his brother Steve. He was a devoted stepfather to Marti Magill (Glenn), Robert Janzef (Judy), Betty Highland (deceased, husband Daniel), and Glen Janzef; the adored Papou of Alexander Smith, (Sandra) Lydia Smith, Gregory Smith, Brian Petrakis, (Kaitlyn) Nicole Childs (Ben) and Joseph Petrakis. Beloved grandfather of Wendy Cortese, (Pat) Jason Magill, (Jen) Matthew Janzef (Racheal), (Kristin Janzef, Dustin Janzef (Shannon), Randy, Katie Hyland and Abbie Janzef. Bill had 13 great grandchildren and was also a cherished adopted grandfather to Jennifer Black. Bill was dearly loved by his large family. They will carry with them many fond and lasting memories of his straight talk, guitar playing, singing and carpentry skills. He will be greatly missed. A remembrance for Bill will be received in the JAY A HOFFER FUNERAL HOME, Norvelt, Friday, December 27, 2019 from 2:00P.M.-4:00 p.m and 6:00 p.m -8:00 p.m. His service will be held at Norvelt Union Church on Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 11:00 a.m, with Reverend David L Greer and Reverend Linda Snyder please go directly to the church. Entombment to follow in Middle Presbyterian Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill's memory can be made to The National Kidney Foundation. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LINDA (MASSIMINO) SNIDER AGE ...

LINDA (MASSIMINO) SNIDER Age 72, of Pittsburgh, PA., peacefully passed away on Monday, December 23, 2019 surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by parents Babe and Carol Massimino, sister Donna Rae Petrelli and husband Ian Jerrold Snider. She is survived by her three favorite children, Stori (Kristen) Snider, Britin (Michael) McGuire and Ashley (Brian) Omahne. Loving Nana to her six grandchildren, Baylee and Jack McGuire, Ian, Sam, Luke and Jack Snider. Pretty Aunt Lindy to nieces and nephews and will be greatly missed by a family full of Italians. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER, 2630 W. Liberty Avenue, Dormont, 15216, (412) 531-4000. A "celebration of life" party will be held at a later date. Family members can be contacted for more details. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EMIL LEJA AGE 93, OF MCKEES ...

EMIL LEJA Age 93, of McKees Rocks died peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2019. Emil was a veteran who served in World War II in The United States Navy. Emil was the last of nine siblings. Survived by his loving wife Irene Leja; father of Emily Love, (William Love), Ken Leja (Chris Leja), Tim Leja (Denise Leja), Jim Leja (Barbara Leja). Emil is survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was an avid Steeler fan. Family will receive friends 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. FRIDAY at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Twp. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m. SATURDAY in St. Malachy Church. mcdermottfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BETTY L. (HIDLAY) POOLE AGE 9...
BETTY L. (HIDLAY) POOLE Age 96, of Penn Hills, on December 24, 2019. Dear wife for 66 years of the late Norman T.; beloved mother of Sharon B. Hall, Betty Jo Poole (Robert Dickey), Norman T., II (Elizabeth) and Randy E. (Cathy); dear grandmother Mam of Kimberly Vandall, Matthew Poole (Chrissy) and Kristen Weis (Josh); cherished great-grandmother of Jacob Vandall. Betty loved her family and the Lord. She was happy when she was able to serve the Lord in several ministries, including Women's Aglow. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Light of Life Missions. Family and friends will be received on Sunday, December 29, 2019 form 2-7 p.m. Service held Monday, 11 a.m. at the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11311 Frankstown Rd. Entombment Mt. Hope Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEAH (SHAPIRA) BROUDY ON WEDN...
LEAH (SHAPIRA) BROUDY On Wednesday, December 25, 2019. Beloved wife of 70 years to the late Joseph Broudy. Loving mother of Dr. Arnold (Regina) Broudy of Fox Chapel, Dr. Norman Broudy of Wilmington, DE and Dr. David (Virginia) Broudy of Seattle, WA. Grandmother of Daniel (Leah) Broudy of Fox Chapel, Michael (Michelle) Broudy of Fox Chapel, Sarah (Paul) Kreiner of Palo Alto, CA, Dr. Laura Broudy of Seattle, WA and Daniel Broudy of Seattle, WA. Great-grandmother of Jacob, Emma and Natalie Broudy and Eva and Ari Kreiner. Sister of the late Fannie (late Saul) Kronzek, Ben (late Harriet) Shapira, Rose (late Harry) Kramer, Saul (late Freda) Shapira, Morris (late Isabelle) Shapira, Pearl (late Sam) Shapiro, Tillie Shapira, Irv (surviving spouse Betty) Shapira. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may meet at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Friday at 12:30 p.m. and then proceed to B'nai Israel Cemetery for 1:30 p.m. Graveside Services. Contributions may be made to Adat Shalom Congregation, 368 Guys Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 or Jewish National Fund, 78 Randall Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 or American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EMILY A. BOSANCIC AGE 72, OF ...
EMILY A. BOSANCIC Age 72, of Harmony, PA, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2019 while under the care of The Grove at Harmony. Born July 3, 1947 in Carnegie, PA, she was the daughter of the late Carl Shanahan, Sr. and Florence Mock Shanahan. Emily was a skilled seamstress and amazing chef. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her daughter, Rebecca J. Kozar, and her husband, Aaron T. Kozar, of Zelienople, PA; her grandson, Keegan Kozar; her brother, Carl Shanahan, Jr., and his wife, Jonette, of Geneseo, NY; her nephews, Sean and Shane Shanahan, and her former husband and friend, Arthur J. Mersing. There will be no viewing for Emily per her wishes, and services will be held privately by her family. If desired, memorial donations may be made in her honor to your charity of choice. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the BOYLAN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 324 E. Grandview Ave., Zelienople, PA 16063. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.boylanfuneralservices.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARBARA ANN (GRAY) FITZGERALD ...
BARBARA ANN (GRAY) FITZGERALD Age 67, unexpectedly on Monday, December 23, 2019, of Baldwin Borough. Beloved wife of 46 years to David C. Fitzgerald; loving mother of Christopher D. Fitzgerald and Jennifer L. (Rick Matscherz) Fitzgerald; proud Nonnie of Alannah and Levi; cherished sister of Frank P. Gray and Carol L. (Frank) Rizzo; sister-in-law of Carole (Bill) Morgan. Also survived by her nephew, Justin M. Tomaszewski, nephews, cousins, friends and co-workers. Barb was a longtime employee of Bill Few Associates. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Friday, December 27, 2019 from 2-4 and 6:00 p.m. until the time of her blessing service at 8:00 p.m. Interment will be held privately. If desired, family suggests contributions to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Pittsburgh, 1133 South Braddock Ave. Suite 1A, Pittsburgh, PA 15218. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVID BURKE AGE 79, OF EIGHTY...
DAVID BURKE Age 79, of Eighty Four, PA formerly of Pittsburgh on December 20, 2019. Son of the late Emil and Arline Burke; loving husband and best friend of Mildred; beloved father to Eve (Pat); loving stepfather to Colleen (Mark) and Lori (Robert); beloved Pap-Pap to Colby and Chloe; loving brother to Edward. Dave was also survived by many nieces and nephews. Dave was an accomplished and talented finished carpenter. He also loved to dance to his oldies music and ride in his gold wing Trike. Dave enjoyed bow hunting deer and fly fishing. In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the Parkinson's Foundation. Friends and family welcome Friday, December 27, 2019 from 1-7 p.m. at FREYVOGEL-SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 112 Fort Couch Rd., Bethel Park (Opposite Macy's South Hills Village). Funeral Services will be private to the family. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARY C. (NEWCAMP) LADIE AGE 9...
MARY C. (NEWCAMP) LADIE Age 91, of Indiana Twp., on Thursday, December 26, 2019, Mrs. Ladie was the beloved wife of Cincinnatus Nat Ladie. Mrs. Ladie was the stepmother of Debra Gillingham (David), Allen Ladie (Wanda) and the late David Ladie; mother-in-law of Jean Ladie; sister of the late Joseph, Clement, James Newcamp; also survived by five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Celebrate Mrs. Ladie's life with her family on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Francis Church, St. Padre Pio Parish, Harmerville. Arrangements made by PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp. The family respectfully suggests donations be made to the Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Leave condolences at www.permanfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BERNARD J. BELAN AGE 81, OF SO...
BERNARD J. BELAN Age 81, of South Park, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at Jefferson Hospital. Born August 29, 1938, in Whitaker, PA to the late Joseph and Mary (Koren) Belan. Bern was a loving husband to June A. (Kopp) Belan for 55 years; loving father to Kimberly J. Renners (Brady), Tracy L. Gilmartin (Mike), and Joseph B. Belan; and the most devoted Zedi to his four grandchildren. He is the beloved brother and brother-in-law to the late Alice and Frank Stecik, Evelyn and the late John Dzvonik, and the late Dorothy and Jack Troha. Bern spent two years serving our country and playing baseball while in the Army. Following his honorable discharge, he joined the Philadelphia Phillies minor league baseball team for five years as a relief pitcher. Bern then worked as a Pressman in the Structural Division of U.S. Steel before his retirement in 1986. He loved playing and coaching baseball, golfing with his friends, and spending quality time with his family and grandkids. Bern was truly a special man who always made things more fun and festive. Family and friends will be received from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 28, 2019 at JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 301 Curry Holly Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236, and a Blessing Service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 29, 2019. In lieu of flowers, the family recommends that donations be made to the American Heart Association (www.heart.org) or the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org). Online condolences may be shared at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEPHEN R. CALFO ON DECEMBER...
STEPHEN R. CALFO On December 26, 2019, age 78, of Pittsburgh. Beloved and devoted husband of 57 years to Rosemary Cookie (Demeda) Calfo; loving father of Sharlene (P.J.) Sikorski and Stephen J. (Geanine) Calfo; cherished grandfather of Nicholas Sikorski, Stephen M. Calfo and Sophia M. Calfo; son of the late Stephen F. and Katherine Calfo; brother of the late Raymond (surviving Angela) Calfo; uncle of Vincent and Krystina Calfo. A 1960 graduate of Allderdice High School, Retired Pittsburgh City Police Sergeant for 28 years, Member of the F.O.P. He had a love of all types of music and enjoyed singing along with his amazing beautiful voice. He was a hard working husband, father, grandfather and friend. Everyone who knew him knew his love of Pitt and the Steelers! He had many friends who enjoyed his company but his love of his family exuded beyond life itself. His dedication and admiration of his wife, daughter and son and their families was a true testament of that love. Friends received on Saturday from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall. 412-461-6394. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Therese R.C. Church, Munhall. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EDWARD F. "EDDIE" KONOP AGE 8...
EDWARD F. "EDDIE" KONOP Age 83, of Penn Hills, formerly of Lawrenceville, peacefully, as he was surrounded by his family, went to be with the Lord, on Wednesday, December 25, 2019. Beloved husband of 50 years, of Mary Ann (Wysocki) Konop; loving father of Angela (Jeffrey) Schlegel, Linda (Joseph) Kelly and Edward A. Konop; cherished grampe of Joey Kelly, Nathan Konop and Joslin Kelly; son of the late John and Catherine Konop; brother of John (Patricia) Konop, the late Frank (Dorothy) Konop, Stanley (Kate) Konop and Henry (Gloria) Konop; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, godchildren and cousins. Ed was an Army veteran, a retired City of Pittsburgh Police Officer with 30 years of service and a member of the F.O.P. Fort Pitt Lodge No. 1. Family and friends are welcomed at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Saturday, December 28, 2019 from 5-8 p.m. and Sunday, December 29, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Gerard Majella Parish on Monday, December 30, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALBERT W. CASTIGLIONE JR AGE ...

ALBERT W. CASTIGLIONE JR Age 84 of Lincoln Place on December 23, 2019. Beloved son of the late Albert and Sarah (Powell) Castiglione, loving brother of the late Carole Allemang, brother-in-law of Neil Allemang, cherished uncle of Kathy (Wayne) Booth and Kim (Oscar Thrower) Johnson, great-uncle of Julie (Frank), Randy (Sara), Kristine and Samantha (Chris), great-great-uncle of Cameron. Friends received on Saturday from 10 to 12 Noon at GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall. 412-461-6394, where a Blessing Service will be held at 12 Noon. Please share your memories and condolences at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OLABRICE WILKERSON ON MONDAY, ...
OLABRICE WILKERSON On Monday, December 23, 2019, age 102 of North Versailles (Crestas Terrace), PA. Mother of Maxine Giles, Marlene Copeland, Ronald Davis, Murlene Parker and Marina Davis. Also survived by 38 grandchildren, 95 great-grandchildren, 126 great-great-grandchildren, a host of other family members and friends. Visitation Friday, 4-8 p.m. on December 27, 2019 at Union Baptist Church, 2117 Collingwood Ave., Swissvale, PA 15218, where the funeral service will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m. on December 28, 2019. Interment Homewood Cemetery. Services of comfort entrusted to WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC., 808 Talbot Ave., Braddock, PA 15104 (412) 271-3880. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SANDRA JEANNE GRIVNA AGE 79, O...
SANDRA JEANNE GRIVNA Age 79, of Henderson, Nevada (since 2012), formerly of Monroeville, PA, died December 15, 2019. She was born in McKeesport, PA on February 18, 1940 and is the daughter of the late Eugene and Annette B. Skoczylas Molnar. She is the wife of the late Lawrence F. Grivna who died in 2000. Sandra graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor's degree in Public Administration. She was employed for many, many years with the US Government where she retired from the Human Resources Department. She was a volunteer at Forbes Regional Hospital and a member of the Free Hungarian Reformed Church in McKeesport. She is survived by her brother, Eugene Paul Molnar, niece, Brittney Ann Molnar, nephew, Brandon Paul Molnar, cousins, Patricia (Norm) Wilmans of Virginia, Karen (the late Kenneth) Janesic of Hudson, Ohio, Thomas (Peggy) Skoczylas of Warren, Ohio, Gerry Reinhart of Warren, Ohio, Kim (Harvey) Mazel of Penn Twp., Carol (Ed) Firanski of West Mifflin, PA, Ruth (Anthony) Spera of New Jersey, and Barbara Vautrin of New Jersey. Family and friends will be received at STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES on Saturday, December 28, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Daniel Borsay will officiate and entombment will follow. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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