LIZAK RAYMOND J. Age 86, of Shaler Township, formerly of Lawrenceville, on Sunday, January 15, 2017. Beloved father of Robin (Ray) Salerno, John (Mary Ann) Lizak, Paul Lizak, Camille (Russ) Brooks and Daniel (Kim) Lizak; loving grandfather of Chris (Patsy) Salerno, Josh (Abby) Salerno, Cami (Lance) Meredith, Jamie (Scott) Copenhaver, Amanda (Dr. Andrei) Sfintescu, David Lizak, Mary Jo (Jason) Albright, Russell Brooks, Grace (Chris) Yoder, Benjamin Lizak and the late Raymond A. Salerno and Charla Lizak; great-grandfather of Garrett, Bella, Allysia, Sophia, Nikolas, Logan, Luca, Nico, Jason and Theresa; brother of the late Edward, Henry and Joseph Lizak; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Stanislaus Church on Thursday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LIZAK RAYMOND J. AGE 86, OF SH...
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SAMUEL LEONARD S. AGE 82, OF S...
SAMUEL LEONARD S. Age 82, of Spring Garden, on Tuesday, January 17, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Patricia L. Samuel; loving father of Cynthia (Bill) Hutchinson, Valerie (Paul) Kapetanovich, Sherry (late Richard) Keverline, Tammy (David) Nickel and Lori (Greg) Walton; also survived by eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren; dear brother of Thomas Samuel and Patricia Morra; also preceded in death by three brothers; and one sister; devoted uncle of Ronny Samuel; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family to receive friends 2:30-8 p.m. THURSDAY ONLY at the HUGHES FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1501 Lowrie St., Pgh., PA 15212 - Troy Hill. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 10:30 a.m. in Most Holy Name Church, Troy Hill. www.hughesfhinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUDAK DOLORES G. (GRAHAM) AGE ...
HUDAK DOLORES G. (GRAHAM) Age 85, in Gaffney, SC, formerly of Pittsburgh, passed away and into Glory with Jesus Sunday evening January 15, 2017. Affectionately known as "Dee" to her close friends and "Granny" or "Grammy" to her "grandkids", Dee will be missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Hudak. Dee is survived by her five children and their spouses, David Hudak of TX, Diane Bellotti of SC, Robert Hudak of Pittsburgh, Richard Hudak of Saegertown, Ellen Byham of Saegertown and many grand and great-grand children. Family will hold a private ceremony in Pittsburgh, PA at the Allegheny Cemetery. Memorials and donations may be made to Urban Impact, 801 Union Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212. The family appreciates your prayers of comfort and donations toward the good works of Urban Impact in Dee's name. Arrangements by WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, Lawrenceville. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PRYER MARLENE JENKINS AGE 64, ...
PRYER MARLENE JENKINS Age 64, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully at home, on Saturday, January 14, 2017. She leaves to cherish her memory devoted husband, James Pryer; children, Asanta Toy Jenkins, Vance Jenkins, Quasi Jenkins, Brenda Jenkins, Sheena Jenkins, Alora Jenkins; 23 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; siblings, Ronald (Teresa) Jenkins, Elaine Jenkins, Dennis Jenkins, Quincy Jenkins, Tiara Jenkins; sister-in-law, Shirley Jenkins; dear friend, Sue Harper; nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Visitation 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 19, 2017, at the TUNIE FUNERAL HOME, 218 E 11th Ave., Homestead. Funeral Services at 11 a.m. on Friday at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 716 Walnut St., McKeesport. Interment Restland Memorial Park, Monroeville. tuniefuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VERNER CLAUDIA C. (KAPKO) AGE ...
VERNER CLAUDIA C. (KAPKO) Age 71, of Oakdale, formerly of McKees Rocks, passed on Tuesday, January 17, 2017. Beloved wife of George Verner; Claudia was a loving and caring woman, dedicated to those in need for over 40 years with Allegheny Valley School. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. THURSDAY at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp. Divine Liturgy will be 10 a.m. in Holy Ghost Byzantine Catholic Church, McKees Rocks. Parastas 7:00 p.m. Thursday. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CARTER CARRIE PEACEFULLY ON SA...
CARTER CARRIE Peacefully on Saturday, January 14, 2017. Visitation Wednesday 5 to 8 p.m. in the COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, 427 Lincoln Ave., East Liberty. Funeral service on Thursday at 11 a.m. at The Warren United Methodist Church, 2606 Centre Ave. 15219. costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BYRD DARIN AGE 51, OF TURTLE C...
BYRD DARIN Age 51, of Turtle Creek, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2017. Loving father of Cheyanne Byrd and Joseph Byrd; dedicated grandfather of Aiden; devoted son of Sandra and the late Joseph Byrd; adoring brother of Deborah (Ray) Bennett, David Byrd, Dianne Powers and Denise Byrd; uncle of Leanna, Jonathan, Michelle and Amy. Darin loved hunting and fishing. He would always help anyone with anything, no matter how sick he was. Arrangements by JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. 118 Shaw Avenue, Turtle Creek, PA (412) 823-1950. As per his wishes, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude www.stjude.org/ donate. Please view online tributes at: www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KELLEY JAMES LEE, SR. AGE 63, ...
KELLEY JAMES LEE, Sr. Age 63, of Moon Twp., passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2017, in UPMC Shady Side. He was born in Portageville, Missouri on December 22, 1953. He worked for Lanxess and FedEx. He was a member of Christian Lighthouse Ministries. He is survived by his five children, James Kelley, Jr., Tanisha Kelley, Greg Jones, Mallorie Jones, and Karina Kelley; seven grandchildren, Jalin, Justin, Jessie, Jaida, Joshua, Payton, and Hayden; mother, Jerlean Davis; father, Jimmy Kelley; siblings, Tina, Brenda, Linda, Vonda, Curtis and Pete; and good friends, Brenda Wynn and Odessa Perry. He was preceded in death by a sister, Sondra. Friends will be received on Saturday, January 21, 2017, from 1 p.m. until the time of funeral service at 3 p.m. in the HUNTSMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MOON TWP., (1522 Coraopolis Hts. Rd.) Memorial contributions may be made to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Ave., 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851. huntsmanfuneralhomes.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FITLER MARY MARY JOSEPHINE SCH...
FITLER MARY Mary Josephine Schneider Fitler, age 78, of Hilton Head Island, SC, passed away Friday, January 13, 2017, peacefully in her home. Mary Jo was a devoted wife for 54 years, a dedicated mother of three, a grandmother of four, and an amazing friend to those her touched her life. Mary Jo was born in Pittsburgh, PA, July 1, 1938. She graduated from Butler High School in 1956. She earned her BSN at Carlow College in 1960. She started her career working at Western Psychiatric Institute in Pittsburgh. She was active with the VNA in Butler, PA and the Junior Women's League. She loved fashion and was a Consultant for The Carlisle Collection for almost 30 years. Mary Jo was a true competitor and loved playing tennis and golf. She was a passionate sports fan who loved cheering on the Steelers and the Penguins. Mary Jo is survived by her husband, Ralston Rusty Biddle Fitler, Jr.; her children, Tamsin Fitler Hankins (John), Ralston Rob Fitler III (Wendi), and Susanna Fitler Fera (Dean); her brother, Thomas Charles Schneider, Jr.; her grandchildren, Sarah Whitten Hankins, Abigail Elizabeth Fitler, Clare Elizabeth Hankins, and Ralston Ralsty Fitler IV. She was preceded in death by her parents, Josephine Cornelia Schneider and Thomas Charles Schneider, Sr. If Mary Jo ever touched your life, take the time to pay your respects at THE ISLAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, where her family will be receiving visitors Saturday, January 21, 2017, from 12:00-3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society at 800-227-2345 (option #2) or at www.cancer.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LYONS ELEANOR V. AGE 80, OF M...
LYONS ELEANOR V. Age 80, of McKeesport, died Sun., Jan. 15, 2017. Born Oct. 6, 1936, she was a daughter of the late Stephen and Elizabeth (Makatura) Serfazo; wife of the late Daniel C. Lyons; mother of Pamela (Robert) Gardner of Elizabeth Twp. and William Lyons of Bedford; sister of Dorothy "Dee" Growden of Bedford and Patricia Ann Barnyak of Jeannette. Friends received in the DANIEL F. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 4504 Walnut St., Versailles Borough, McKeesport, PA 15132 (412-678-3454) on Fri., Jan 20, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service held in the funeral home Sat., Jan 21, 2017, at 11 a.m. bekavacfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SULLIVAN MARY ANN (WHITE) AGE ...
SULLIVAN MARY ANN (WHITE) Age 79, of Elliott, on Sunday, January 15, 2017. Beloved wife of the late George J. Sullivan, Jr.; mother of Hope Teresa (Walter) and George Mark (Shelley) Sullivan; grandmother of Hope Marie, Robert Patrick, Emma Caroline and Faith Ann Schneider; great-grandmother of Dalton; sister of the late Wilbert J. White. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday only at ANTHONY G. STAAB FUNERAL HOME, INC., 900 Chartiers Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Blessing Service in the funeral home on Saturday at 10 a.m. Interment in Highwood Cemetery. Visit us at www.staabfuneral.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMPSON LAWRENCE, SR. AGE 75 ...
THOMPSON LAWRENCE, Sr. Age 75 of Homestead passed away peacefully on January 13, 2017. He leaves to cherish his memory; son, Lawrence Thompson Jr.; two grandchildren; siblings, Ethel Thompson, William Thompson, Harold (Gloria) Thompson, Walter Thompson, Diane Thompson (Richard) Bagley; and a host of other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Visitation 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at Second Baptist Church, 108 W. 12th Ave., Homestead where services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday. Interment National Cemetery of The Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Arrangements by TUNIE FUNERAL HOME. tuniefuneralhomeinc.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AGOSTI NANCY L. (UHL) AGE 83, ...
AGOSTI NANCY L. (UHL) Age 83, of Bethel Park passed away surrounded by her family on January 16, 2017. She was the beloved wife of 64 years to Julius Joe Agosti; loving mother of Julia Agosti, Deborah (James) Showman and David (Rose) Agosti; cherished Nana of Andrew (Andrea) Showman, Matthew (Maria) Showman, Nicholas (Lauren) Showman and three great-grandchildren; also survived by three siblings and many nieces and nephews. Her life was fulfilled by caring for others. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Family and friends are welcome Thursday, January 19, 2017, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, 724-260-5546. A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, January 20, 2017, at 10 a.m. at St. Thomas More, 126 Fort Couch Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15241. Interment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Nancy's name to Family Hospice, 50 Moffett St., Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOSEPHS JEROME AARON PASSED AW...
JOSEPHS JEROME AARON Passed away peacefully Thursday, January 12, 2017, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Palm Beach, Florida, two months shy of his 90th birthday. He was the son of the late Charles and Clara Josephs of Pittsburgh, PA and the brother of the late Natalie Levison and Marvin Josephs. He was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and co-owner, along with his brother, Marvin, of The Coach House men's clothing stores in Pittsburgh. He was the beloved husband for 56 years of Natalie Morgan Josephs, and a proud father of Lauri Wiss, Ronald (and the late Marilyn) Josephs, Carolyn and Ken Hamlet and Marni Grossman; sons-in-law, Jay Grossman and Mark Gorman. His seven loving grandchildren include Lauren Josephs (and fiancé Brad Dreyfus) of Los Angeles, Eric (and wife Elizabeth) Josephs of Durham, North Carolina, Adam (and Hallie) Josephs of New York, NY, Amanda Wiss of North Carolina, Lucas and Liam Grossman of Wellesley/Dover Massachusetts and Bryce Hamlet of Aspen, Colorado; his great-grandchild, Lucille Margolies Josephs, was born on September 22, 2016. The funeral took place Friday, January 13, at Beth Israel Memorial Chapel in Del Ray Beach, Florida. Contributions in Jerry's honor may be made to the Methodist Health Foundation, Transplant Fund, 550 N. University Blvd., Suite 4601, Indianapolis, IN 46202. Jerry will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BORISH BETTY COWARD COOK DIED ...
BORISH BETTY COWARD COOK Died suddenly at Forbes Regional Hospital on Sun., Jan. 15, 2017. Survived by her loving son, Richard Coward of Plum; and her companion, Cliff Bennett. Memorial service at a later date. Arrangements trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Blawnox. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SNELL JOYCE A. AGE 65, OF KENN...
SNELL JOYCE A. Age 65, of Kennedy Twp., passed peacefully on January 14, 2017. Loving wife for 43 years to her college sweetheart, the late Alan Snell. Blessed mother of two wonderful children, Lauren (Wynn) Hann and David Snell; proud grandmother of Uma and Mila Hann; preceded in death by parents, Peter and Julia Muha; as well as her brother, Robert (surviving, Donna) Muha; also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Joyce was a teacher of 36 years in the Sto-Rox School District with a passion for community service. She served as a member of the Montour School Board for 18 years, as a board member for the Allegheny Intermediate Unit, and as a trustee for the Allegheny School Health Consortium and the Community College of Allegheny County. Joyce and her family were very grateful to her dear friend, Mitch Galiyas, for his friendship and selfless help throughout her courageous battle with cancer. Family will receive friends 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m., THURSDAY and FRIDAY at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Twp. Funeral service will be private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PHILLIPS THOMAS CLARK THOMAS, ...
PHILLIPS THOMAS CLARK Thomas, 67, of Cecil, PA passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 15, 2017. Tom was born and raised in Imperial, PA, the son of the late Thomas Duke Phillips and Georgia Siddy Swoager. He raised his own family in Cecil, PA. He was the beloved husband of 43 years to Barbara Kozak Phillips; loving father of Tara Phillips-Cardillo, Dana (Sean Graham) Phillips and Kristen (Dustin) George; grandfather of Carli, Dannial, Aaron, Joss, Shane, Alexis and Bronson. Also surviving are a sister, Carol Phillips Newman and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Michael Phillips. Tom had proudly served his country in Vietnam and retired from the Port Authority. Friends will be received Friday 4-8 p.m. with a service at 8 p.m. at THOMAS - LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 5000 Noblestown Road, Oakdale (724-693-2800). A military burial will be held on Monday, January 23, 2017 at 11 a.m. at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, with full military rites accorded by Canonsburg VFW Post 191 and Houston American Legion #902. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations be made to the Imperial VFW #7714. Please sign the guestbook at: www.thomas-little funeralservice.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER DONALD A. OF BROOKLINE,...
MILLER DONALD A. Of Brookline, on Saturday, January 14, 2017. Husband of the late Carol J. (Feldman); beloved father of Diane Balistreri, Debra Brucha and Lisa Schuessler; brother of John Miller; grandfather of Lacey Hinterlang, Amber Zmuda, Robert and Justin Walsh and James Schuessler; great-grandfather of Nicholas Hinterlang and Brayden Walsh. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass Friday, January 20, 2017, at 10 a.m. in the Church of the Resurrection, 1100 Creedmoor Ave., Pgh., 15226. Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Miller's name to Family Hospice & Palliative Care, 50 Moffett St., Pgh. 15243. Arrangements are entrusted to THE FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd., 412-561-0380. www.deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KELLY NATALIE H. AGE 99, OF S...
KELLY NATALIE H. Age 99, of Sewickley, PA, passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2017, after a long battle with heart disease. She was born Natalie Jeanne Holman on September 11, 1917, in Lakewood, New Jersey, daughter of John Goodrich and Laura Sutton Holman; elder sister of Robert Sutton Holman and Edythe Claire Holman Jude, and wife of Franklin B. Kelly, all of whom preceded her in death. Left to cherish Natalie's memory are her sons, Franklin H. (Skip) Kelly and his wife, Diane of Franklin Park, D. Jeffrey Kelly and Mary Sapienza of Mt. Lebanon, and James A. Kelly and his wife, Audrey of Kingsport, TN; her grandchildren, Nancy McQueeny (Patrick), Jeffrey S. Kelly (Shelley), Justin Kelly (Courtney), Jonathan Kelly (Jennifer), Leah Adinolfi (Salvatore), Lauren Lane (Stephen), and Lyle Kelly (Amy); and her great- grandchildren, Hallie, Molly, Annie, Caroline, Brendan, Bethany, Everett, Margaret, Gregory, Adeline, Bo, Sarah, Olivia, Keegan, Alathea and Aidia. Natalie's early years were spent in Ocean County, New Jersey, where she met her future husband, Franklin. She graduated in 1939 from New Jersey State Teacher's College at Trenton (now The College of New Jersey), where she was a member of the Philomathean Sigma Sorority (nationally Phi Sigma Sigma). She began her teaching in Neptune City, NJ, served as a Red Cross motor corps volunteer in World War II, and married navy Lieutenant Kelly in 1942. Following the war, they moved to western Pennsylvania where they raised their three sons, were charter members of McKnight United Methodist Church, and made their lives for 40 years, primarily in Ross Township, Allegheny County. Natalie retired in 1980 from the Allegheny Intermediate Unit, where she was employed for 15 years as a secondary school teacher at the Zoar Home for Mothers and Babies in Allison Park, PA and served for a time on its Board. Following her husband's retirement, Natalie lived for 18 years in Ellenton, FL. At the time of her death, Natalie was a resident of Masonic Village at Sewickley. Natalie loved her family, friends, and keeping up with the news of the world and of the PGA Tour. To the end of her life, she was able to look back lovingly on her 45-year marriage to Franklin, a career of teaching and service to others, stimulating travel, and a life close to a supportive family. Her family would like to extend their thanks to the caring staff at the Sturgeon Health Care Center at Masonic Village for their professionalism, support, kindness and compassion. Visitation will be at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, 7720 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh 15237 on Sunday, January 22, 2017, from 1 - 4:30 p.m. A memorial service will be held at Masonic Village's Retirement Living Clubhouse Assembly Room on Monday, January 23, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. A private interment will be in Allegheny Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Natalie's memory to Masonic Villages of Pennsylvania c/o Masonic Village at Sewickley 1000 Masonic Dr., Sewickley, PA 15143 or the charity of your choice. www.simonsfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CONNELLY BEATRICE B. AGE 100, ...
CONNELLY BEATRICE B. Age 100, on Friday, January 13, 2017, formerly of Mt. Oliver. Beloved wife of the late Martin, and former wife of the late Paul Bradley; loving mother of Fran Munsch, Paul (Betty), Larry, and Marian (Joe Pawlak) Bradley; devoted grandmother of Julia (Matt), Brian, Sherry (Greg), Tina (Bill), Jake (Amber), Amy, and Jody. Will be dearly missed by her family, including her brother, Norby, and his wife, Lil, her great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Bea loved her family, her country, and Mt. Oliver. She grew up on Fisher Street with seven beloved brothers and sisters, and was in the first class to graduate from St. Joseph High School in 1935, while working part time at Forbes Field. She married Paul Bradley in 1939, and raised her family on Onyx Avenue, eventually becoming head teller at the local Mellon Bank branch. Bea later married Marty Connelly and moved to Cleveland for 6 years, before returning to Mt. Oliver to spend retirement visiting with family and friends. Her last home was Canterbury Place, where she enjoyed the friendship of residents and staff alike, singing to all she met, "I love you, a bushel and a peck". She was a spirited, strong woman with a good heart and kind manner. She will be missed by those left behind, but happy to rejoin those who departed before her. Friends received Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at TIMOTHY K. SLATER FUNERAL SERVICES, INC., (412-381-3337), 425 Brownsville Road, Mt. Oliver, 15210. Mass of Christian Burial Holy Apostle Parish, St. Basil Church, on Friday 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to the UPMC Senior Communities Benevolent Care Fund, c/o UPMC Senior Services, 3600 Forbes at Meyran, Ste. 8074, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Condolences at: www.timothykslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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