HUGHES ROBERT M. BOBO Of South Park, at home on Thursday, May 26, 2016, age 51, beloved son of Amelia "Millie" and the late Elmer Hughes, Jr.; brother of Linda Elko and Greg Hughes (Pam); uncle of Stacey, Corey and Chelsey; great-uncle of Emily. Bob enjoyed working at Three Rivers Volkswagen for over 20 years. Visitation Saturday 5-8 p.m. at the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road (RT 88), Library, where a Blessing Service will be Saturday at 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CALLAHAN MARY CUMMINGS AGE 88,...
CALLAHAN MARY CUMMINGS Age 88, of Coraopolis, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2016, at her home. Born in Warren, OH on June 14, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Washington Earl and Georgia Margretta (Scott) Caldwell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her spouses, James Gordon Cummings and Charles J. Callahan; two sons, James and Daniel Cummings; and her sister, Alice Thompkins. Beloved and cherished mother of John Jack Cummings (Kathaleen) of Keller, VA, Linda Walker (John) of Neville Island and David Cummings of Sewickley; grandmother of six; great-grandmother of eight; sister of Georgia Britton of Englewood, FL and Washington Earl Butch Caldwell, Jr. (Janet) of Orlando, FL; her well-loved little Brindle Dachshund, Gretchen. Mary was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Coraopolis and retired from U.S. Airways. A Memorial Gathering will be held at 1 p.m. followed by Memorial Service at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 29, 2016, at the Presbyterian Church of Coraopolis, 1201 Fifth Ave., Coraopolis, PA 15108. Burial will be private in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations in her name to her church. Arrangements by COPELAND'S. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHROEDER WINIFRED M. "WINNIE"...
SCHROEDER WINIFRED M. "WINNIE" Age 91, of Wexford, peacefully slept away into the Lord's arms on Friday, May 27, 2016. Wife of the late Robert E. Schroeder; loving mother of Robert E., James K. (Rebecca), Gary T. (Patti), Susan S. Eichenlaub (Bill), Kenneth P., Kathryn A. Perkins (Joe), John D. (Laura), William J. (Tracey), and David A. (Kim); sister of Elizabeth Stahl; also survived by 15 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Winnie was a recent resident of Vincentian Personal Care. She was a retired nurse and a longtime member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church and choir. She was an avid and enthusiastic Pittsburgh Penguins fan. Friends and family will be received MONDAY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 10418 Perry Hwy., Wexford. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Alphonsus Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Vincentian Home, 111 Perrymont Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237, "in memory of Winifred Schroeder" marked on check. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GORE SILVIA AGE 69, OF MCKEESP...
GORE SILVIA Age 69, of McKeesport, died Friday, May 27, 2016. She was born in Pietransieri, Italy on September 24, 1946, and was the daughter of the late Pasquale and the late Florina (Cordisco) D'Aloisio and beloved wife of Richard W. Gore of McKeesport. She was the mother of Randall (Kristen) Gore of Houston, PA; sister of Ermelinda Passalacqua of Italy and Lucio D'Aloisio of Detroit, MI and the late Paola Passalacqua; aunt of Katya Dolce, Marco, Sara and Viviana Passalacqua, Pasquale D'Aloisio and Adelaide Fabilli. Arrangements by STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES INC., 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, supervisor, 412-678-6177). Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday in St. Patrick Parish, McKeesport with Father Vincent Velas officiating. Entombment will follow. Condolences may be made at: strifflerfuneralhomes.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERSICK ELIZABETH ANN BETSY ...
HERSICK ELIZABETH ANN BETSY Age 81, of Bellefonte, PA died Thursday, May 26, 2016, at the Mt. Nittany Medical Center, State College, after a brief illness. She was born Oct. 5, 1934, a daughter of John and Ethel (Chapman) Palmer. She is survived by her sister, Eva Rodriguez of Seminole, FL; ten children and stepchildren, Maureen Hendershot, Debi Padgelek, John Plutto, Dan Hersick, Fran Mottorn, Carol Hersick, Richard Hersick, Thomas Hersick, Sonni DeNelle, Raymond M. Hersick. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great- grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, as well as many great friends in Bellefonte. A longtime Nurses Aide originally from Pittsburgh, PA. She raised ten children and stepchildren in a blended family. Betsy always loved to fish and travel. She made many fishing trips to Northern Canada, and later in life made several trips to both Alaska and Ireland. Since moving to Bellefonte five years ago, she had been very active in the Bellefonte Senior Citizens Center where she found a great group of new friends. Their daily excursions and activities kept her youthful and active until the end. She requested no viewing or services, although a family wake will be held in Pittsburgh in the near future. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Bellefonte Senior Center at 110 N. Spring St., Bellefonte, PA 16823. Arrangements by the DERMAN FUNERAL HOME, INC., Tyrone, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CORRADETTI DANTE OF BETHEL PAR...
CORRADETTI DANTE Of Bethel Park, age 74, peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2016. Beloved husband of 51 years to Diana M. (Evanovich) Corradetti; loving father of Stephanie (Emedio) Valentino, Regina (John) Russell, Emidio (Kim) Corradetti and Dante (Tracy) Corradetti, Jr.; Nonno of Emily Anne, Michael, Vinny, Jacob and Diana; survived by five brothers and three sisters; three sisters-in-law; one brother-in-law; and loved by dozens of nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received Saturday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PAUL L. HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park, PA where a funeral service will be held Sunday at 11 a.m. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COSTELLO ANN (BIDOLI) ON MAY 2...
COSTELLO ANN (BIDOLI) On May 27, 2016, age 96, of West Mifflin. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Costello; loving mother of Linda Costello; sister of Angelica Dukes, Leonard Bidoli and the late Elizabeth Giosa, Rose Lynd, John Bidoli and Louis Bidoli; aunt of many nieces and nephews. 30-year employee of Littles Shoes. The family would like to thank the staff at Paramount Senior Living Bethel Park for their kind care. Friends received on Sunday from 2-8 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 Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Therese's Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DROZYNSKI DOLORES (GREENWALT) ...
DROZYNSKI DOLORES (GREENWALT) DeDe Age 90, of Mount Lebanon, on Thursday, May 26, 2016. Beloved wife for 67 years of the late Norbert Woody Drozynski; devoted mother of Nancy Grant, Mary Beth Reis, Wayne, Jim, Jerry, Tom, Bill, Don, Rick and Joe Drozynski; loving grandmother of 23, great-grandmother of five; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, Memorial Day 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Bernard Church Tuesday morning at 11:30. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies will be private. If desired, family suggest memorials may be made to a Charity of Your Choice. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STAWECKI CAROL S. (SANTA CASA...
STAWECKI CAROL S. (SANTA CASA) Age 76, formerly of Penn Hills, on Thursday, May 26, 2016. Wife of Frank S.; mother of Marcea (Wayne) Deem and Frank T.; grandmother of Jamie and Amanda Deem, Amber Stawecki and Arianna Stawecki; great-grandmother of Brendyn Deem; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends received Tuesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD. / ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills, where a Blessing Service will be held Wednesday, 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JONES SANDRA L. SANDY AGE 70...
JONES SANDRA L. SANDY Age 70, of Bethel Park, on Thursday, May 26, 2016. Beloved wife of 48 years to Richard R. Jones; loving mother of James Jamie (DeAnne) Jones, Lisa (Christopher) Pinzok and Michael (Mandy) Jones; cherished gammy of Austin Habbyshaw, Cameron Jones, Carson Jones, Ryan Pinzok and Gianna Jones. Sandy retired from NovaCare in 2011. Family and friends will be received Monday, May 30, 2016, from 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 Tuesday 10 a.m. at Nativity Catholic Church, South Park. (Everyone please meet at Church). www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GIERI ALFONSO AGE 80, OF KENNE...
GIERI ALFONSO Age 80, of Kennedy Twp., passed away Thursday, May 26, 2016. He was the beloved husband of 53 years to Lina (Famoso) Gieri; adoring father of Lisa (Tim) Davis; proud and doting grandfather of Emily and Domenic. Alfonso was the son of the late Maria and Joseph Gieri. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, Joseph (Gerry) Famoso and Aldo (Gerry) Famoso; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends may visit SUNDAY and MONDAY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Twp., where prayers will be offered TUESDAY, 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m., at St. Malachy Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZUPICK STEPHEN JOSEPH AGE 45, ...
ZUPICK STEPHEN JOSEPH Age 45, of Pittsburgh on Tues., May 24, 2016, at his residence. He was born Dec. 16, 1970, in McKeesport, a son of the late Steve J. and Anna E. (Jurgaitis) Gediminskas Zupick. Surviving are two sisters, Rebecca Ann Gediminskas and her husband, John Kalberer of Irwin and Nancy Beth Zupick of North Huntingdon; aunt, Eleanor DeMichiei and an uncle, John Chasarik; nieces and nephews, Jacob G., Alex G. and Rachel A.G. Kalberer, Ian R. and Anna E. Swets. Stephen was well known for his sense of humor and rapier wit. He loved to make people laugh. He was very proud of his Nursing Degree and loved his patients and they loved him in return. Friends will be received 5 to 8 p.m. on Tues. at the OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 805 Pennsylvania Avenue, Irwin. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations be made to the Norwin Public Library, 100 Caruthers Lane, Irwin, PA 15642. To send online condolences, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMAS HARRIET T. CELEBRATION ...
THOMAS HARRIET T. Celebration of Life: Visitation at 10 a.m. with Service to follow 11 a.m. May 28, 2016, Holy Cross Episcopal Church, 7507 Kelly St., Pittsburgh, PA 15208. Professional Services entrusted to SPRIGGS - WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 N. Lang Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HEIN FRANCES T. (LEO) AGE 80, ...
HEIN FRANCES T. (LEO) Age 80, on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, of the North Side. Wife of the late Peter A. Hein, Jr.; beloved mother of Richard, Karen and Ronald; grandmother of Ronald, Jr., Todd, Sean, William, Andrew, Toni, Racheal, Marina and Avery; great-grandmother of Haley, Cheyenne, Aden, Eva, Gary and Audreyanna; sister of Myra (James) McMillen and Kathleen (the late Paul) Shabla; aunt of Terri, James and Melinda. Visitation Tuesday 2-7 p.m. with Blessing to follow at STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, 920 Cedar Ave. (across from A.G.H.). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPERA ELEANOR A. (MARCOCCI) ON...
SPERA ELEANOR A. (MARCOCCI) On Tuesday, May 24, 2016, age 93, of Robinson Twp. Mrs. Spera was a hostess at the Fez. Beloved wife of the late Louis D. Spera; loving mother of Sister Grace Marie Spera C.S.S.F., Carol A. Spera and Michael A. (Karen) Spera; loving grandmother of Michael Joseph (Lyn) Spera, Kathryn (Evan) Chipman and Nicholas Spera; also four great- grandchildren; sister of Sam (Anita) Marcocci. Friends received Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in ANTHONY J. SANVITO, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 1316 4th Ave., Coraopolis. Prayers in funeral home Tuesday 10:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church 11 a.m. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JACKSON RICHARD G. QUIETLY ON ...
JACKSON RICHARD G. Quietly on May 24, 2016. Beloved husband of Anna Jackson; brother of Donald Jackson of Pgh. and Virginia Brooks of Chicago, IL; and a host of relatives. Friends may call Wednesday, June 1, 2016, 4-8 p.m. at the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME of Wilkinsburg, 800 Center Ave. 15221. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, June 2, 2016, 11 a.m. at St. Charles Lwanga Parish (Mother of Good Council), 7705 Bennett St. 15208. Entombment Mt. Carmel Cemetery with military honors. Arrangements by WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 412-241-7998. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TAYLOR CARRIE C. QUIETLY ON MA...
TAYLOR CARRIE C. Quietly on May 25, 2016. Beloved mother of Charles (Michelle Gittens) Taylor, Kimberly Peays, Lonnie (Ricky) Givner; sister of Robert S. Chatmon, Earlene Chatmon, Connie Maxine (Robert) Zinnerman; eight grand; 16 great; and a host of relatives. Friends may call Tuesday, May 31, 2016, 4-8 p.m. at the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME of Wilkinsburg, 800 Center Ave. 15221. Funeral ceremony Wednesday, June 1, 2016, 11 a.m. at Shiloh Community Baptist Church, 6940 Frankstown Ave. Interment Homewood Cemetery. Arrangements by WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 412-241-7998. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAPPNER WILLIAM L. BILL BORN...
HAPPNER WILLIAM L. BILL Born in Erie, PA, son of the late Louis W. and Hazel R. (Kessler) Happner, nephew of the late Leo (Dorothy) Heppner and George (Ann) Brown, previously of Carnegie, PA, age 94, of Bethel Park, passed on, to the great beyond, Saturday, April 23, 2016, on Passover day. Beloved father of Raymond R. (Susan) Happner, South Park, PA, Ruthie M. Happner Hale, Bethel Park, PA, and the late Margaret A. "Peggy" Happner Liner, North Myrtle Beach, SC; grandfather of Joseph K. (Tara) Finau, Verona, PA, Nora B. Happner, Huntsville, AL, and William L. (Thais) Happner, Casselberry, FL; great-grandfather of Isaac A. Nelson, Eleanor C. Finau and Rafael J. Finau; also survived by many dear nieces and nephews, cousins and relatives. Preceded in death by his former wife and mother of his children, Bernice M. "Bunny" (Hoag) Happner, and by his later companion, Florence C. Schmidt, fellow- pet-rescue-volunteer. Hap graduated 1941 class, football MVP, at St. Luke's High School in Carnegie, where his long and varied work history began as chauffeur for the St. Luke's Nuns, who encouraged William to be a Good Samaritan! He worked as an ambulance driver, a pipefitter, and then served in the U.S. Army, WWII, Staff Sergeant, Continental P.O.W. Camp, German Prisoner Guard and Mess Hall SSgt. Supplies Cook and Baker, Ft. Meade and Gaithersburg, MD, awarded: Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Ribbon and World War II Victory Ribbon. He went on to work the next 30 years as a Freight Agent and Traffic Safety Officer for the Norfolk & Western Railroad. After RR retirement, Bill continued working an additional 23 years, including as security guard for Chartiers Country Club, and at his favorite job of working with his son, Ray, driving all around this half of the state to assist with the upkeep on the PA Lottery machines. A lifelong animal lover, Bill caringly served as a Western Pennsylvania Humane Society Officer, doing rescues and transports for dogs, cats and wildlife in need. He enjoyed writing, carpentry, swimming, physical fitness and health, having fun get-togethers, and was a member of The South Park and East Liberty Table Tennis Ping Pong Clubs. Bill loved angels, music, playing piano, reading/watching inspirational stories, walking the family dog, special visits and cards from dear ones, and having some snacks to munch on especially apple pie! He was very fond of reminiscing with treasured photos and family snapshots and regularly expressed his sincere longing and looking so forward to being together again in the grand reunion with God's great family up in Heaven!!! A graveside and memorial service will be held in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 31, 2016, with a luncheon to follow nearby at the Original Pancake House South Hills. Arrangements handled by PAUL L. HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, Bethel Park, PA. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEIPCHACK STEPHEN J. AGE 66, O...
LEIPCHACK STEPHEN J. Age 66, of Etna, on May 25, 2016. Loving brother of Judy (Alex) Covi and David (Teresa) Leipchack; loving uncle of Michele (Richard) Meola, Kelly Baranowski, Allana (Eric Bertrand) Covi, Luca (Catherine) Covi and the late Kristen Leipchack; also survived by many great-nieces and nephews. Mr. Leipchack was a retired employee for the University of Pittsburgh. Friends received Tuesday, 5-9 p.m., in the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333), where a service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. View and add condolences at: warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RATHBURN FLORA R. AGE 79, OF P...
RATHBURN FLORA R. Age 79, of Providence Point, formerly of South Fayette, died peacefully of congestive heart failure, on Wednesday, May 25, 2016. Devoted mother of David R. Rathburn (Jayne), Ralph D. Rathburn (Charlie Watanabe) and Karen P. Rathburn (Peter Schepis); loving grandmother of Mark D. Rathburn, Tyler C. Rathburn, Jillian S. Schepis, Haley E. Schepis and the late Katherine Schepis; sister of H. Marlin Rice (Dawna), Leonard Rice (Kelley), the late Aldean Jones and the late Arletta Jackie Coffman; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Flora was a longtime newspaper editor with the Pittsburgh Press, the Detroit News and the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Viewing hours have been omitted. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Memorial Service at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, 2016, at Providence Point, 500 Providence Point Blvd., Pgh. (Scott Twp.), PA 15243. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Flora Rathburn Memorial Fund in the Dept. of Communication, c/o University of Pittsburgh, Office of Institutional Advancement, 128 North Craig Street, Pgh., PA15260 or to the American Heart Association. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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