FRALIC WILLIAM P. Of Murrysville, formerly of Penn Hills. Son of the late Regis and Marion Fralic; beloved husband of Dorothy Fralic; loving father of Michael (Heide) Fralic of Chicago, IL, Joe (Theresa) Fralic of Huntington, WV and Bill (Susan) Fralic of Atlanta, GA; brother of John (Barb) Fralic of FL. Survived by his grandchildren, Nathan, Lucas and Nick Fralic and Christy (Nathan) Olson. Also survived by his great-grandchildren, Ema and Ava Olson. Mr. Fralic worked at Edgewater Steel in Oakmont for 32 years. He was a Marine and a veteran of the Korean War where he received two Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star. Friends will be received on Thursday, June 2, 2016, from 4-8 p.m. and on Friday, June 3, 2016, from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 3, 2016, 1 p.m. at St. Irenaeus Church, Oakmont. Private interment will be held in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Online condolences may be made to: www.englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HYATT DENVER AGE 67, OF MONROE...
HYATT DENVER Age 67, of Monroeville, on Monday, May 30, 2016. Loving husband of Camille (Lugara); beloved father of J.D. Hyatt, Alexandra Hyatt and Kelly Hyatt; grandfather of Joseph Conte; brother of John Hyatt, Ruby Dann, Debbie Hyatt and the late Doug and Keith Hyatt. He was a US Army Vietnam veteran. THERE WILL BE NO VISITATION. Services and interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies will be private. WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., Sharpsburg, 412-782-2211. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALVIANI LOUIS R. ON SATURDAY, ...
ALVIANI LOUIS R. On Saturday, May 28, 2016. Husband of the late Delores Alviani; brother of Lois DelSignore; numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Friends received Thursday 9 a.m. until 12 noon at the WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC, 4730 Friendship Ave. Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Maria Goretti Church, Friendship Campus, at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Cancer Fund. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WARD KAREN LORETTA AGE 61, OF ...
WARD KAREN LORETTA Age 61, of Naples, FL passed away on May 29, 2016, from complications due to pulmonary hypertension. Born in Pittsburgh, PA she was preceded in death by her parents, William A. Werwie and Ann Aber Werwie. She is survived by her devoted husband, Robert; and loving son, Ryan Ward (Denver, CO); sisters, Nancy DiMaggio (Fort Mill, SC), and Catherine Zanella (Pittsburgh, PA); brother, William Werwie, Jr. (Pittsburgh, PA); sister-in-law, Janet Evelhoch (Waldorf, MD); stepmother, Mary Lou Werwie (Pittsburgh, PA); and many nieces and nephews who were very dear to her. Karen graduated from Bishop Canevin HS as Valedictorian. She earned a B.S. degree in Medical Technology from the Pennsylvania State University. Working in a clinical program at Pittsburgh's Allegheny General Hospital, she earned a MT ASCP certification working in the Chemistry Department. She married and moved to Houston working in special chemistry, toxicology, and immunology at a Houston hospital while becoming the Laboratory Supervisor. After her son was born, Karen became a school volunteer to create books in a Math Superstars program, was a teacher's aide, Team Mom for soccer, baseball, and football, a band booster, active in Cub Scouts, and taught second grade CCD. Her interests included reading, crafts, swimming, and travel. During those years, she lived in Houston, Miami, Dallas, Fairfax, VA, and retired in Naples, FL. She will be remembered for her beautiful eyes and lovely smile. Family and friends welcome Friday 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. 15220 (412-563-2800). Funeral Mass in St. Margaret of Scotland Church Saturday 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association or the American Heart Association. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MACHI MARIO OF HILTON HEAD ISL...
MACHI MARIO Of Hilton Head Island, died peacefully at his home on May 27, 2016, at the age of 67. Mario is survived by his wife of 42 years, Ruby Machi; three children, Dustin (Lisa) Machi of Blacksburg, VA, Katie Eure of Pfafftown, NC, and Mario (Nicole) Machi of Ardmore, PA; and six grandchildren, Lucas, Roman, and Leo Machi, Jenny, Reagan, and Brinkley Eure; siblings, Tony (Patsy) Machi of Pittsburgh, PA, and Mike (Charlotte) Machi of Pleasanton, CA; sisters-in-law, Dottie (Joe) Woods and Bobbie Carbaugh, all of Bluffton; and brother-in-law, Bob (Kathy) Ratliff of Acworth, GA; along with countless other close friends and relatives whose lives he positively impacted every day. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Mario and Antoinette Machi; and his brother, Frank Machi, all of Pittsburgh. Mario was born on July 26, 1948, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He graduated from South Hills Catholic High School in 1966 and St. Francis University in 1970. He worked for the Social Security Administration in several cities for 25 years before retiring and starting his own consulting business, Machi and Associates, and more importantly, taking on his favorite role, that of Grandpa to his six grandchildren. Mario was an active member of his communities in Wytheville, VA, where the family lived for 25 years, and in Hilton Head where he volunteered with organizations like Hospice Care of the Low Country and Safe Harbour. In addition to his community activities, everyone who knew him knows he was always the first person to go to if you were interested in buying a new (or used!) car because car shopping was one of his favorite hobbies, and he bought and sold more cars in his lifetime than anyone else you know. He also enjoyed listening to his favorite music as well as following his beloved Pittsburgh Pirates. GO BUCS! The family will be having a private burial. All are welcome to attend a celebration of Mario's life Saturday, June 4, 2016, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Mario and Ruby's home at 145 Club Course Drive in Hilton Head. As Mario would want it, attire is Hilton Head Casual. In lieu of flowers, which won't survive in Ruby's home, please send donations to Hospice Care of the Lowcountry at P.O. Box 3827, Bluffton, SC 29910, or Hilton Head Safe Harbour, P.O. Box 5337, Hilton Head Island, SC 29938. The family would like to thank his oncologist in Hilton Head, Dr. Gary Thomas, the staff at Medical University of South Carolina, including Dr. Saurabh Chhabra, Dr. Hy Sussman, Dr. Kamal Patel, Hospice Care of the Lowcountry, particularly Kim Chase who was such a great support. THE ISLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY. theislandfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOURNIOTIS VIULA VI (PAPAS) ...
KOURNIOTIS VIULA VI (PAPAS) Age 87, formerly of Wilkinsburg, on Monday, May 30, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Anthony H. Kourniotis; loving mother of Harry (Stella), Clifford (Janice) and Gregory (Lori) Kourniotis; loving Yiayia of Alexa and Timothy; sister of the late Arthur Fisher and the late Caroline Palafoutas; aunt of Joyce Michael, Marlene Zarisky, John and James Palafoutas and the late George Palafoutas. Friends received Friday 2 to 9 p.m. at MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME, 7663 Saltsburg Road (across from S&T Bank), Plum, PA 15239. Memorial Service Saturday 3:30 p.m. Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 14051 Route 993, Trafford, PA 15085. Interment private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERTRICK RONALD W. AGE 69, OF ...
HERTRICK RONALD W. Age 69, of Crafton, on Monday, May 30, 2016. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Charlotte Hertrick; his brother, Robert; and his beloved cats. He is survived by his cousins, Daniel (Erma) Mullaney of Waldorf, MD, Linda (Tom) Schrecengost of Brookville, PA; and good friends, Martha, Denise and Martha Jupinko, Jr. and James Irwin all of Tucson, AZ. Ron was a retired employee of UPMC and a member/ volunteer at Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in Washington, PA. Visitation 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Thursday at HENNEY, BRADWELL & NIRELLA FUNERAL HOME, 524 Washington Ave., Carnegie where funeral service will be held Thursday 12 p.m. Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Museum Rd., Washington, PA 15301. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Park. henneybradwellnirella.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HOOVER HELEN I. (CARTONLA) AGE...
HOOVER HELEN I. (CARTONLA) Age 90, of Sheraden, peacefully surrounded by her family on Memorial Day, May 30, 2016. Wife of the late Harry H. Hoover; devoted and beloved mother of David (fiancée Fran Scott) Hoover and Joseph (Valerie) Hoover; grandmother of Lindsay, Bryan, Sean, D.J., Dylan and Abby Hoover; also three great-grandchildren; sister of Dolores (Sam) Weber and Florence (William) Weber; survived by nieces and nephews. Helen will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. Visitation THURSDAY ONLY 1-3 and 6-9 p.m. at the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Friday in St. Philip Catholic Church where Helen was a longtime member. In lieu of flowers, if desired, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Philip St. Vincent de Paul Society, 50 W. Crafton Ave., Pgh., PA 15205. schepnermcdermott.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CRAIG SUSAN LEE AGE 77, OF HOP...
CRAIG SUSAN LEE Age 77, of Hopewell Twp., passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 29, 2016, in West Hills Health and Rehab. Born September 10, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Julie (Krisby) Gall. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Craig (1993). She is survived by two sisters, Elizabeth Petzich and Julie Varas; three grandchildren, Christy Bruce and Robbi and David Coulson; a great-grandson, Chaz Bruce; several nieces and nephews; and her only living son, Raymon W. Coulson. Friends will be received Thursday from 2 p.m. until the time of service at 6 p.m. in the GABAUER - MATTER FUNERAL HOME, 1133 Church Street, Ambridge, PA 15003. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family and sent to Gabauer-Matter funeral home, 1133 Church St., Ambridge. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WATTERS CAROL A. CAROL, AGE 70...
WATTERS CAROL A. Carol, age 70, of Oakdale, South Fayette Twp., died Monday, May 30, 2016, in her home. She was born April 20, 1946, in Noblestown, a daughter of the late Lucian and Mary Mondine Chauvet. Mrs. Watters was a homemaker. Surviving are her husband, Dennis "Bub" Watters; children, Dennis (Lori) Watters of Oakdale and Denise Lynn (Gordon) VanSomeren of CA; grandchildren, Ryan and Brenton VanSomeren, Lindsey Watters; brother, Ronald (Diane) Chauvet of Noblestown; sister, Judith (Rick) Salkeld of Mt. Pleasant Twp. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the THOMAS - LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 5000 Noblestown Road, Oakdale (724-693-2800). Please sign the guestbook at thomas-littlefuneralservice. com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHIRALLI MARY JANE AGE 89, OF...
SCHIRALLI MARY JANE Age 89, of McKees Rocks, peacefully on Monday morning, May 30, 2016. Dear mother of Frank (Donna) Schiralli and Anna May (Steve) Zimdahl; grandmother of Vanessa Fachet, Celeste Sicilia, Nicole Brough, Christopher and Chelsea Zimdahl; also survived by ten great-grandchildren; sister of Ruth Ann Thompson and Jacquelin Ehland. Family and friends are welcome on Friday from 3 p.m. until time of Service at 6:30 p.m. at the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 700 7th St., McKees Rocks, PA 15136. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.musmannofh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEWART ROSE OF BROOKLINE, AGE...
STEWART ROSE Of Brookline, age 94, peacefully on Saturday, May 28, 2016. Beloved mother of William Bridge and Patricia Fennell. Survived by six grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at the FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd., 412-561-0380, Thursday only 6-9 p.m., where a funeral service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. Funeral donations may be made in honor of Rosebud to Frank F. DeBor Funeral Home, Inc. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WESSELL MARGARET LAVERNE (LAUG...
WESSELL MARGARET LaVERNE (LAUGHLIN) Peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, January 28, 2016, in Hingham, MA, formerly of Greenfield. Born on March 3, 1925, to the late William and Marie Laughlin. Beloved wife of the late James P. "Tex" Wessell; loving mother of Maureen (the late Michael) Guthrie, the late Mary LaVerne (surviving husband William) Petrina, and James P. (Denise) Wessell; sister of the late William F. Laughlin and Edward J. Laughlin. She is also survived by ten grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in St. Rosalia Church on Friday, June 3, 2016, at 3:00 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BITSURA MARTHA H. OF THE ROSED...
BITSURA MARTHA H. Of the Rosedale section of Penn Hills, on Friday, May 27, 2016. Wife of the late William; mother of Jo Ann Bitsura (Paul Shedd) and Shawn Bitsura; grandmother of Jonathan Shedd; aunt of Deborah and Brandon Glasstetter and many other nieces and nephews; sister of the late Mary Svoboda, Mathilda Holiday, Florence Towne and Olga Sampson. Arrangements handled by SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. Funeral private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TRUSCHEL CAROL A. AGE 90, OF M...
TRUSCHEL CAROL A. Age 90, of Morningside, on Saturday, May 28, 2016. Beloved daughter of the late Dr. Eugene J. and H. Mildred Rupp Truschel; sister of Patricia Truschel and the late E.J. Truschel, Jr. (Jack); aunt of Mary Truschel, Ann Truschel, Peggy Peeler (Tom), John Truschel (Laurie), Tim Truschel (Natalie), Maria Boos, John O'Connell (Stacey), Julie Prusock (George) and Michael O'Connell; also survived by ten great-nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff of Compassionate Care Hospice, Dr. Morton and Peggy and special friends, Pat Kennedy, Barbara Hopkins, Carol Squires, Larry Tomko and Barbara Walkow. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at St. Raphael Church at 11 a.m. (Those wishing to attend PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH.) Arrangements McCABE BROS, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FOWLER KATHLEEN DEVLIN DIED AT...
FOWLER KATHLEEN DEVLIN Died at her home at Shady Ave., Pittsburgh, on May 27, 2016. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Alan B. Fowler; her sons, Stephen of Seven Fields and Andrew of LaVarenne, France; her daughters, Susan Fowler-Finn of Medford, MA and Sarah of Northampton, MA and Cologne, Germany; and by ten grandchildren. She was preceded by six half-siblings. Besides her family, she leaves many loving friends in Newport, New York and the Pittsburgh area. Kay was born in Newport, RI on January 12, 1928, of Irish immigrant parents, John and Catherine Devlin. She attended RI State (now URI) and held degrees from Pace College and Western Connecticut. Most of her life was lived in Yorktown Hts., NY where her husband was employed by IBM. For many years she volunteered teaching ESL at local institutions. She was an active quilter both in NY and after moving to Pittsburgh in 2005. She was also a member of the walking group, The Ramblers where she met many friends. She may be remembered by many as the little white haired lady who witnessed for peace every Saturday for years at the corner of Braddock and Forbes. Arrangements McCABE BROS. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TATE EVA L. SEPT. 28, 1934-JU...
TATE
EVA L.
Sept. 28, 1934-June 1, 2005
In loving memory
Deeply missed by her husband, sister, children, grandchildren, relatives and friends.
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BAKER JOHN A., JR. 8-15-43 ~ 6...
BAKER
JOHN A., Jr.
8-15-43 ~ 6-1-02
IN MEMORY OF
14 years - Wow! Thank God for our memories - they will just have to do.
You are sadly missed and greatly loved by your wife and daughters.
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BROWN FRANK ANTHONY ON MONDAY,...
BROWN FRANK ANTHONY On Monday, May 30, 2016, age 42, of Hopewell Twp. Father of Braedan Michael, Kieli Nicole and Samuel Christopher; son of Noel and August Falbo and the late Joseph Brown; brother of Justin (Debbi) Brown, Lisa (Randy) Riddle, Christopher (Jamie) Falbo and the late Nicole Marie Falbo; dearly loved by Frank Puharic, Mickalina and Mariangella; survived by nieces, nephews and countless lifelong friends. Frank was a 1991 graduate of Montour High School where he played football, a 1997 graduate of IUP where he earned his BA in journalism. He went on to the US Army serving five years as a Sergeant. He was one of three soldiers of a field of 1,200 to earn the Physical Fitness Medal. Frank was editor of the Fort Lewis Newspaper and published several articles in Soldier Magazine and Stars and Stripes. He was honorably discharged from the army in 2002. He joined US Airways and later worked for the Army Corps of Engineers. Frank was an epic sports fan, loving all things Pittsburgh, especially our teams. He was a great cook, an avid reader, loved music, his pets, his friends and above all his family. He was known for his heart, his humor and that he was a true friend to all. Friends received Thursday 6-8 p.m. and Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in ANTHONY J. SANVITO, INC. FUNERAL HOME, 1316 4th Ave., Coraopolis. Funeral service in funeral home Saturday 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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YANIK STELLA E. AGE 93, OF JEF...
YANIK STELLA E. Age 93, of Jefferson Boro, died Tuesday, May 31, 2016. Born July 12, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Julia Vicenec Yanik and was also preceded in death by siblings, Mary Cundra, Joseph, Frank, John, Steve, Albert, Benjamin and William Yanik. She is survived by her sister, Helen, with whom she resided; and nieces and nephews. Stella was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish in Clairton and was retired from U.S. Steel, Clairton Works. Friends will be received at the A.J. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 555 Fifth St., Clairton on Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Clare Church with interment in the Parish Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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