KURTZ ROSE A. Age 80, of Pittsburgh, and formerly of St. Marys, PA died Monday, March 26, 2018, at Jefferson Hospital in Clairton. She was born on December 13, 1937, in St. Marys, a daughter of the late William and Rose Loeffler Zelt. On January 23, 1960, she married the late John A. Kurtz, who preceded her in death on January 1, 2001. Mrs. Kurtz graduated from Central High School, class of 1955. She then graduated from the St. Joseph School of Nursing in Pittsburgh and did post graduate work in Margaret Hague Maternity Hospital in Newark, NJ. She was a paramedic and founding member of Brentwood EMS. She is survived by three daughters, Bonnie (Robert Kuhar) Kurtz of Indiana Township, PA, Karen Evans of West Mifflin, PA and Beth Kurtz of Pleasant Hills, PA. She is also survived by a granddaughter, Lydia Rose Evans; by three brothers, John Zelt of St. Marys, Herbert Zelt of Georgia, and Jerome Zelt of St. Marys; and by two sisters, Dorothy Herbstritt of St. Marys and Helen Young of TN; as well as by numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, William Zelt; and by a sister, Margaret Peters. Funeral Services for Rose A. Kurtz are being scheduled and will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Elk County Catholic School System, 600 Maurus Street, St. Marys, PA 15857. LYNCH - GREEN FUNERAL HOME, 151 N. Michael Street, St. Marys, is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be made to the family at: lynchgreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BIVONA SUSAN MARIE AGE 63, OF ...
BIVONA SUSAN MARIE Age 63, of Pittsburgh, on Monday, March 26, 2018. Beloved sister of Diane (Bruce) Bivona Loeffler, the late John Bivona, the late Michele Bivona Gossett and the late Carolyn Bivona Waldron; aunt of Nicole (Thomas Bizzarro) Martitsch-Kreiner and Natalie Gossett; great-aunt of Mason Bizzarro. Susan will be missed by her aunt, Faye Bivona Ballacciach; and numerous cousins and friends. Family and friends welcome Saturday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. in WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. 15220. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Monday in S.S. Simon and Jude Church. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEVRIES RAYMOND ON MONDAY, MAR...
DeVRIES RAYMOND On Monday, March 26, 2018, Raymond, age 71, of Ingram. Beloved husband of Karen (Wolfe) DeVries; loving father of Tracy (Tony Bahou) DeVries, Naomi (Mark) Pomerantz, and Michael DeVries; and stepfather of Joe Cheeks, John (Sandy Boggs) Elion, Jeanne McMullen, Jenni (Will Woltz) Elion, and the late Marlo Cheeks; dear grandfather of Dustin Cheeks, Joseph Eyerman, Joey Cheeks, Wolf Pomerantz and Sammy Pomerantz; brother of Norm (Verna), Paul (Bonnie), and the late Glen DeVries; and many nieces and nephews and extended family. He will be remembered for his contributions to the arts in Pittsburgh, in particular his distinctive voice and the many years he performed in choirs and on stage throughout the city. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER - STOVER, INC., FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Avenue, Crafton, on Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where Funeral Service will be on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. If desired, memorials may be made to Bach Choir of Pittsburgh, 1108 S. Braddock Ave., Suite 1A, Pittsburgh, PA 15218, or The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh, 600 Penn Avenue, Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROMANDY KENNETH A. AGE 91, OF ...
ROMANDY KENNETH A. Age 91, of Penn Hills, on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. Beloved husband of 67 years to C. Carol Romandy; loving father of Kenneth, Jr. (Debbi) and Mark (Jo-Anne); grandfather of Eric Romandy, Justin Romandy, Zachary Romandy, Jennifer Hope, and the late Joshua Romandy; great-grandfather of Devin Romandy, Tyler Romandy, Gavin Hope, and Aiden Hope. Ken was a US Army Veteran during WWII and member of Universal U.P. Church. Friends received, Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills, where a Service will be held Friday 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Universal U.P. Church or McGuire Memorial, 2119 Mercer Rd., New Brighton, PA 15066. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCOLES CLARA AGE 92, OF SEVEN ...
SCOLES CLARA Age 92, of Seven Fields, passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. Beloved wife of the late James Scoles who died on March 17, 2008. Clara is survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received Friday from 5-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Road, Cranberry Twp. Services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Entombment will follow in Allegheny County Memorial Park. Please visit devlinfuneralhome.com to view this tribute and send online condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROSSETTI LUCIO AGE 106, OF PLU...
ROSSETTI LUCIO Age 106, of Plum Borough, died March 23, 2018. He was born January 2, 1912, in Italy. Beloved husband of Rose M. Rossetti. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 16, 2018, at 9:45 a.m. at St. Januarius Church, 1450 Renton Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15239, with a gathering of family and friends at church from 9 a.m. until time of Mass. Fr. John McKenna will officiate. Burial will be private in Plum Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent to Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra Scholarship Fund, Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Arrangements are entrusted to JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., (412) 856-4747. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DRNEVICH RICHARD P. AGE 72, OF...
DRNEVICH RICHARD P. Age 72, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on Monday, March 27, 2018. Loving son of Mary and Louis Drnevich (both deceased); survived by eight brothers and sisters, Vincent (Roxanne), Ronald (Kathie), Mary Lou (Edward) Janero, Raymond (Marilyn), Catherine (Thomas) Boylan, Lorraine (Jeffery) Turicik, Denise (Gary) Belancik, and David (June); brother of the late Joseph Drnevich; and uncle to the late Craig Belancik. He was the beloved uncle of 21 nieces and nephews and 21 great-nieces and nephews. Richard was born in North Versailles, PA, a graduate of Notre Dame and University of Michigan. He was an Architect and former Director of the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County. He held offices of President and Executive Director as a longtime member of the PA Association of Housing and Redevelopment Agencies. Richard's passion was to create gourmet meals to entertain family and friends, where too much was never enough! He had countless cherished friendships throughout his life. To have known Richard is to have known a true gentleman with a heart of gold. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 4201 Brownsville Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15227, 412-881-4100, on Friday, March 30, 2018, from 5-8 p.m. and Saturday, March 31, 2018, from 3-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on MONDAY, April 2, 2018, at 12 p.m. at St. Simon and Jude Church, 1607 Greentree Rd., Pittsburgh 15230. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to: Maguire Memorial, 2119 Mercer Rd., New Brighton, PA 15066. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MATTHEWS CLAIR A. AGE 81, OF P...
MATTHEWS CLAIR A. Age 81, of Plum, formerly of North Braddock, passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. Beloved husband for 56 years of Nancy L. (Willman) Matthews; loving father of Douglas (Bonnie) Matthews, David Matthews and Laura Matthews; grandfather of Travis; great-grandfather of Aubriana and Jacob; brother of the late Ira, Phyllis Shephard, Ted, Richard and Keith. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME, 7663 Saltsburg Rd. (across from S & T Bank) Plum, PA 15239 where a funeral service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the Matthews family suggest memorials to Concordia of Monroeville, 4363 Northern Pike, Monroeville, PA 15146 or to Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Ave., Suite E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FISCHER WILLIAM J. BILL AGE ...
FISCHER WILLIAM J. BILL Age 67, of the Rosedale section of Penn Hills, passed away on Tuesday evening, March 27, 2018, at his home. Beloved son of Helen B. Fischer and the late Edward Fischer; loving brother of Mary Smith of Monroeville, Robert (Susan) Fischer of Ft. Collins, Colorado, and Thomas (Suzan) Fischer of Rostraver; dear uncle of Jason (Sherri) Smith of Boulder, Colorado; great-uncle of Sloane and Reese Smith. He is also survived by several cousins. Bill was a 1968 graduate of Penn Hills High School and attended IUP. Services and interment will be private for the family in William Penn Cemetery. Arrangements by BURKET - TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., Oakmont. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARRIS KENNETH E. OF BETHEL PA...
HARRIS KENNETH E. Of Bethel Park, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, March 27. 2018; beloved husband of Carol Harris; loving father of Michael, Kenneth (Tracy), Keith Harris and Kathy Labellarte; also survived by several grandchildren. Ken was a Marine Corps veteran and he was currently employed at UPMC. Family and friends will be received on Saturday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PAUL HENNEY CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to your favorite charity in Ken's memory. henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STANFORD ELIZABETH BETTY AGE...
STANFORD ELIZABETH BETTY Age 87, of Coraopolis, died March 27, 2018. Surviving are her sons, James Stanford and Brian Stanford; and daughter, Rhonda (Eric) Nagy; eight grandchildren and one great- grandchild; brother, Neil (Emily) Robertson; and sister, Rhoda Shingler. She was preceded by her husband, James. Betty retired from Kenna Metals. She enjoyed gardening and a variety of hobbies. Betty was a member of Ascension Lutheran Church. A Memorial Service will be held 12 noon Saturday, March 31, 2018, SAUL - GABAUER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 273 Route 68, Rochester, PA 15074, with a gathering from 11 a.m. to noon. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to further Breast Cancer Research. Online condolences to: www.saul-gabauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARKREADER NORMA SUE AGE 87, O...
HARKREADER NORMA SUE Age 87, of Canonsburg, died Wednesday, March 28, 2018. She was born November 21, 1930, in Charleston, Arkansas, a daughter of the late Monroe and Mamie Sparks Pierce. Mrs. Harkreader was a dedicated wife, mother, and homemaker. On August 26, 1951, she married her husband of over 60 years, Gordon Gene Harkreader, who passed away July 11, 2012. Surviving are her daughter, Carolyn (Michael) Prudich; her sons, Dennis (Leigh) Harkreader, David (Lynne) Harkreader; five grandchildren, Julie (Bret), Eric (Dana), Philip (Stacey), Brett, Darryl (Jessica); three step- grandchildren, Adam (Kelly), Brittany (Kevin), Jamie (Nat); 14 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, James Pierce. At the request of the deceased, services are private and entrusted to the SOLLON FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, LTD., 30 East College Street, Canonsburg, Phillip L. Sollon, supervisor, J. David Sollon, director, 724-746-1000. The family kindly suggests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation, www.alzfdn.org; in Norma Sue Harkreader's name. Please visit www.sollon.com to leave online condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOYD PAUL L. ON WEDNESDAY, MAR...
BOYD PAUL L. On Wednesday, March 28, 2018, age 79, of Mars, husband of Nancy Tolkacevic Boyd; father of Kimberly Wilkinson (Tom) and Sean Boyd (Deana); grandfather of Nicole Reibie (Alan) and Hunter and Chelsea Boyd; great- grandfather of Stella Reibie; and brother of Alan Gangloff, Charles Boyd, Doreen and Babs Boyd and the late James and Sharon Boyd. Paul had been a mailer for the Pittsburgh Post Gazette. Arrangements are private under the direction of the McDONALD - AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA and condolences are available at www.mcdonald-aeberli.com. Memorials may be made to Donation Processing at The Michael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VANCHERI ROSE B. (GENTILE) BOR...
VANCHERI ROSE B. (GENTILE) Born on February 29, a fact that fascinated strangers who invariably asked when she celebrated her birthday and if she considered herself a quarter of her actual age. Although this was not a leap year, she marked her 94th birthday with a cake with pink and purple roses and, fashioned from frosting, her breakfast combo of coffee and a doughnut. Rose, who died on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, after a brief stay at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford, was the eldest daughter of the late Salvatore and Carmella (Mary) Gentile and grew up off Woods Run Avenue on the North Side. She married Peter A. Vancheri in 1951 and they moved to a new McCandless Township ranch house in 1953 and raised their children, Catherine, Barbara, and Peter there. Although Rose sporadically worked, including in the bindery at William G. Johnston Co., she spent most of her married life as a homemaker and nothing gave her greater pleasure than entertaining a houseful of guests with generously portioned meals, an electric percolator of coffee and homemade biscotti and pizzelles. After her son and his wife, Robin, had their first child, she bought not one but two dolls on the way to the maternity ward, a sign of what was to come for birthdays and Christmas. She loved being a grandmother to Ashley, now married to Sean Tosadori, Justin Vancheri, and Taylor Vancheri. Rose was thrilled to become a great-grandmother, although the milestones would have been so much sweeter shared with her husband, who died of a heart attack in 1980. Her health declined sharply after a broken hip in June. She is survived by her children, Catherine Vancheri, Barbara Vancheri, and Peter (Robin) Vancheri; three grandchildren; great-grandson, Jackson; sister, Barbara Vioral; brothers-in-law, Frank Vancheri and Don Smith; and nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends who blessed her with visits, flowers, food, cards, and long-distance calls. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by siblings, Sebastian Gentile, Mary Lenz, Mario Gentile, and Catherine Smith. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no viewing. A Blessing Service will be on Saturday 12 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Good Samaritan Hospice c/o Concordia Lutheran Ministries Foundation, 134 Marwood Road, Cabot, PA 16023. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MEYER WILLIAM R. WILLIE AGE ...
MEYER WILLIAM R. WILLIE Age 58, of Millvale, on Wednesday, March 27, 2018, after a short battle with cancer. Father of Janell (fiancé, Jon Flage), Maxwell, and Daniel; grandfather of Jonathan; son of Kathleen and the late William M. Meyer; brother of Karen (Jeff) Jury and Barbara (Tim) Blair; nephew of Jack and Vivian Rathke; dear friend of Roger McCombs. He loved to cook, bake, and enjoyed numerous hobbies such as woodworking, music, playing guitar, gardening, and camping. Friends will be received on Friday from 12-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, where a funeral service will be held at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to a charity of your choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KERR DOROTHY M. (PENROD) AGE 9...
KERR DOROTHY M. (PENROD) Age 93, formerly of McKeesport, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. She is survived by her children, David M. Kerr and Penny D. Pearson; her grandchildren, Deeann (Andy) Polakovsky and Erin (Sean) O'Brien; her great- grandchildren, Emma and Heidi Polakovsky, and Dorothy O'Brien. She was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, David T. Kerr; and her parents, Oliver M. Penrod and Myrtle H. Stewart; and her sisters, Violet Penrod, Grace (Willis) Domer, and Pearl (Richard) Dyble. Dorothy graduated from McKeesport High School in 1942 and from Westminster College in 1945. In 1946, she married her elementary school sweetheart after a decade-long courtship that included riding bikes in the neighborhood and watching planes at Allegheny County Airport. In 1953, she and her young family relocated to Brookfield, IL. The Chicago-years were some of her favorite from friendly neighborhood vegetable- growing rivalries to square-dancing parties to ice-skating in the backyard. Dorothy and her family moved back to the Pittsburgh area in 1964 where she put her gardening skills to use to create a beautiful rock garden. Both an avid embroiderer and quilter, Dorothy was a member of the Pittsburgh Embroiderers' Guild and the American Quilter's Society. Friends and family will be received Saturday 9:30 - 11 a.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (Monroeville / Plum Chapel), 445 Beatty Rd., Monroeville, (412-856-4747). A funeral service will be held immediately after the visitation Saturday, 11 a.m. at the funeral home, with interment to follow in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. JobeFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MICHAUD SANDRA JEAN A VERY DET...
MICHAUD SANDRA JEAN A very determined 78 year old, passed away on March 28, 2018. Preceded in death by her husband, Kirk Garey Ashcroft; her parents, Ralph B. and Lavina M. Babcock; and her brothers, Skip and Mick Babcock. Mother of Kelly Marie Michaud, Kimberly (Michael) Kerr, and Kathleen (Troy) Ayers; also survived by grandchildren, Amber Marie (Andrew) Sanders and Michael Paul Kerr, Jr.; great- grandchildren, Andrew Michael Sanders, Jr. and Alexander Mathew Sanders; and brothers, Jim (Donna) Babcock and Tom (Sonja) Babcock. Friends will be received in the RICHARD D. COLE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 328 Beaver St., Sewickley, PA 15143, on Friday, March 30, 2018, from 10-11 a.m. when a Blessing Service will be celebrated by Father Thomas J. Burke. Sandra's career included owning her own beauty shop, Director of a Beauty School, a Master Doll Maker, and teacher. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PASQUINO ROSE E. OF NORTH IRWI...
PASQUINO ROSE E. Of North Irwin, formerly of North Braddock and Forest Hills, age 96, went on to be with our Lord on Wednesday, March 28, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Pasquino; loving mother of Kathryn Pasquino of North Irwin, Frank (Paula) Pasquino of North Huntingdon, and Dr. Joseph (Lauren) Pasquino of Murrysville; treasured grandmother of Jodi Feczko, James (Debra) Feczko, Janine Feczko, Michelle, Danelle (Tim), Jenna Rose, Olivia Jo, and Joseph M. Pasquino; proud great-grandmother of Nathan Feczko and Roseangela Hartford. Rose was preceded in death by her brothers, Dominic Gambino, Frank George Gambino, and Michael 'King' (surviving spouse, Louise) Gambino; she is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Rose was a longtime member of the ISDA, Forest Hills Lodge #224. She enjoyed visiting both the Rivers and Meadows Casinos. The family would like to thank Bethany Hospice, especially Christine, Carol, and Linda, for their wonderful care of Rose. Friends are welcome on Saturday from 3-8 p.m. and Easter Sunday from 5-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Maurice Church on Monday at 10 a.m. Rose will be laid to rest in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVIS HELEN ON WEDNESDAY, MARC...
DAVIS HELEN On Wednesday, March 28, 2018, Helen, age 101, of Crafton, a faithful servant and soul winner, went home to her Lord and Savior. Loving mother of Susan (Late Larry) McAfee, Carole (George) Scheib, Marlene Chioda, and the late Thomas McDonough and Gary Davis; dear grandmother of 17 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER - STOVER, INC., FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Avenue, Crafton, on Thursday 6-8 p.m. and Friday 2-4 p.m. only. Funeral service in Middletown Road Baptist Church, 2660 Middletown Rd., Pgh., PA 15205, on Saturday at 11 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. If desired, memorials may be made to Middletown Road Baptist Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PFAB FLORENCE L. (CRAIG) AGE 8...
PFAB FLORENCE L. (CRAIG) Age 86, of Collier Twp., on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Russell J. Pfab; loving mother of Margaret and Marie Pfab, and the late Patricia Hernandez; sister of William and Herbert Craig; also survived by three grandchildren, Patrick Hernandez, Lisa Spratt, and Charlotte Clagett; and three great-grandchildren, Ashlyn, Conner, and Rivka. Visitation 2-8 p.m. Friday at HENNEY, BRADWELL & NIRELLA FUNERAL HOME, 524 Washington Ave., Carnegie, where a Blessing Service will be held Saturday 10 a.m. Memorial contributions if desired may be made to Blind and Vision Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh, 1816 Locust St., Pittsburgh, PA 15219. henneybradwellnirella.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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