BERGMAN BARBARA A. (BRUBAKER) Age 69, of Franklin Park, on Thursday, February 8, 2018. Beloved wife of Kenneth E. Bergman; loving mother of Beth Willman (Owen) Lefkon and Carrie Ann (Michael) Wirth; dear grandmother of Olive, Emily, Anna and baby boy on the way; she is survived by one brother, Kirk Brubaker, and her community of friends in the Pittsburgh Bridge Association. Barb was a Diamond Life Master of the American Contract Bridge League, past president of Unit 142 and Goodwill Ambassador of District 5. She received the Milt Frazier Award and received the Ann McGilvery 2016 Award for Sportsmanship. Friends will be received on Saturday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, where a Funeral Service will be held on Sunday at 2 p.m. Donations may be sent to the Good Samaritan Hospice: 146 Neely School Road, Wexford, PA 15090. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PHINNEY JACK, JR. AGE 53, PASS...
PHINNEY JACK, JR. Age 53, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family, kids, dogs, cats, and love on February 7, 2018. Born on January 18, 1965, he was the loving son of Regina (Bronder) and Jack Phinney, Sr.; beloved husband of Kristin Trageser; loving father of Cailyn, Jillian, Mariel, Andi, Katrina, Quinn, and Tegan; dear brother of Diane Scanlan; uncle of Alexandra, Elise, and Kara; also survived by aunts, uncles, and cousins. Family would like to extend their gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and staff of UPMC Mercy Hospital and Vitas. They would also like to thank all the friends who have stood by with their love and support during this time. He was preceded in death by many of his four-legged friends. A memorial service will be held Monday, February 12, 2018, at 11 a.m. at New Covenant Community Church, 335 Easy 10th Ave., Homestead, PA. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCALZITTI LORA LEE AGE 73, OF ...
SCALZITTI LORA LEE Age 73, of Frisco, TX (formerly Greensburg, PA) passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. She was born November 11, 1944 in Youngstown, OH, the daughter of the late James and Olive Wiegand (Hindle). She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Scalzitti. Lora was a loving and compassionate wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who found joy in raising her family, rescuing animals, spending time with her horses, traveling and interior design. She is survived by her three daughters: Latricia Kaye (Maurice), Renee Bradley (Bruce) and Shawnlyn Scalzitti Corder (Mark); four grandchildren; Chelsea and Ian Kaye; Nicole and Nathaniel Bradley and two great-granddaughters; Raelynn and Sofia. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS, Friends welcome at 2828 Washington Road, Peters Twp. (724) 941-3211, on Sunday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where Services will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROWN BENNIE LAVERNE BELOVED F...
BROWN BENNIE LAVERNE Beloved father and grandfather. Bennie, age 82, died February 1, 2018, in Charlotte NC. He leaves to cherish his memories, brother, Gatis Jackson, Jr.; daughters, Robin Brown-Craig and Bridgette Brooks; sons, Phillip Ton Brown and Marvin Andrews; his grandchildren, Heather Stowe, Mark Pinnix, Jr., Gerri Brown, Kenndi Brown, Asia Brown, and Shavaughn Williams; his great-grandchildren, Jaylen, Jordan, Miniya, Geoffrey, and Micah. Bennie was born on June 28, 1935, in Pittsburgh, PA. Memorial Service will be held February 10, 2018, at 10 a.m. at the Park Church South, 13733 Lancaster Rd, (Hwy 521) Pineville, NC 28234. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCCONNELL TIMOTHY B., JR. OF N...
McCONNELL TIMOTHY B., JR. Of North Braddock, age 50, on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Beloved father of Timothy Konopka, Leah Bechtold, Anthony McConnell, Justin McConnell and Jermaine Fitzgerald; grandfather of Tyhir, J'Mair and Jayse; dear son of Timothy B., Sr. and Barbara McConnell; brother of Earl, David and Debbie Jones. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Tim worked at various jobs during his life and was an accomplished, passionate pool shooter, even having won a team event in Las Vegas. He also enjoyed spending time with his family at their Pymatuning camp. Friends are welcome on Saturday from 2-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824- 8800 where a Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 7 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCCORMICK JUDITH LYNN AGE 64, ...
MCCORMICK JUDITH LYNN Age 64, following a long battle with cancer, on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, of Brentwood Borough. Wife of the late Charles McCormick; loving mother to Christy (Mark) Huebner and Shawn (Lauren) Loadman; grandmother of Kaylee and Shane Zaparoni and Eli Loadman; great-grandmother of Chloe Lynn Lenger; aunt of Richard Raget; and sister of the late Janet Raget. She loved spending time with family and friends. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, on Saturday, February 10, 2018, from 4-8 p.m. and Sunday, February 11, 2018, from 2-8 p.m., where funeral services will be held on Monday morning at 9 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Wreaths Across America (Code: PANCAB), National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville, PA 15017, (Group ID PA0314P) or Baldwin/Brentwood/Whitehall Relay for Life, (checks made out to ACS in memory of Judy McCormick), 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. The family would like to give a huge thank you to Hillman Cancer Center and Family Hospice for all the support you gave us. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LUEBBE HARRY C., JR. AGE 92, O...
LUEBBE HARRY C., JR. Age 92, of Asbury Heights, formerly of Dormont, on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Husband of the late Sarah Luebbe; father of Hal Luebbe of Robinson Twp. and Kathy (Richard) Rountree of Lake City, FL; grandfather of Heather Rountree and Brian Luebbe; brother of the late Lois Streator; uncle of Devin Streator and Lynn Dunbar. Harry was a teacher in the Mt. Lebanon School District for over 30 years. He was very active in Dormont Borough community affairs including Dormont Borough Council, spent 28 years as a manager or coach in the Dormont Baseball Program and was honored as Dormont Recreation Department Man of the Year in 1969. He was also a member of Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church. Friends will be received at LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road Mt. Lebanon on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3104 West Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15216 or to Deer Valley YMCA Camp 254 Deer Valley Dr., Fort Hill, PA 15540. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TODARO PATRICIA A. AGE 65, OF ...
TODARO PATRICIA A. Age 65, of Trafford, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. She was born December 11, 1952 in Wilkinsburg, daughter of the late John and Evelyn McClarin Gulentz. She was also preceded in death by a brother, John Gulentz Jr. and a nephew, Raymond Gulentz. Patricia is survived by her husband, John J. Todaro; a niece, Barb (Ed) Cass of Saltsburg; six great-nieces and nephews and one great-great-nephew. Visitation 2-4 p.m. Saturday, February 10, 2018 at the HART FUNERAL HOME, INC.,Murrysville with a blessing service at 4 p.m. hartfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPINELLI ALBA AGE 86, OF MCCAN...
SPINELLI ALBA Age 86, of McCandless Twp, passed away peacefully in the company of her family on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Wife of the late Ross Spinelli; loving mother of Sam and Ses Spinelli, Frank and Carol Spinelli and Maria and Michael Corsello; loving nonna of Ross, Brittany, Kayla, Perri and Angela. She was predeceased by her parents, Francesco and Francesca Perri; and siblings, Sinuzza, Peppe, Cesare, Eduardo, Antonio, Lella and Luigi. Also survived by multiple children that she cared for and loved. Alba loved to cook for anyone and everyone. Family and friends received Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 10418 Perry Hwy, Wexford. Funeral mass on Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Alexis Church, Wexford. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EBERHART YVONNE JUNE AGE 73, O...
EBERHART YVONNE JUNE Age 73, of Westview, passed peacefully on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Charles H. Eberhart, Jr.; dear mother of Charles (Amy) Eberhart, III; grandmother of Grace and Ethan Eberhart; sister of Shirley Bantikov, Susan Vietmeier, and the late Marietta Garland. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Saturday from 3-6 p.m. at the MCDONALD-LINN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICE, LLC., 529 California Ave., Avalon, PA 15202, where a funeral service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation or American Diabetes Association. Please view and sign the family's guestbook at www.mcdonald-linn.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMPKINS FOREST EDWARD ED, JR. Age 65, of the North Side, peacefully on February 5, 2018. Husband of Phyllis Bacon; brother of Stephen, William, Clarence, Evelyn, and Shirley; a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation Saturday 10-11 a.m. at the COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 3313 Brighton Rd. 15212. Funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Feed the Children Charity and The Pittsburgh Project. costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOTHELL CAROL A. AGE 66, FORME...
BOTHELL CAROL A. Age 66, formerly of Lawrenceville, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Kent Bothell; loving mother of Robin (David) Wiggins, Diana Segal and Christopher (Michelle) Bothell; grandmother of seven; sister of Donna Walsh, Bonnie Cox, Edward Franciscus, John Franciscus and the late Michael Franciscus; and a daughter of the late Wilfred and Mercedes (Arture) Franciscus. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Per Carol's wishes, services are to remain private. Memorial donations in her memory may be made to the American Lung Association, www.lung.org. Professional Services Trusted to D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., (Lawrenceville) www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DICIO ROBERT D. AGE 89, OF SHA...
DICIO ROBERT D. Age 89, of Shaler Twp., on Thursday, February 8, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Clara L. (Manzi) DiCio; survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Friends will be received on Monday from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD.,1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, where a Blessing Service will be held at 11 a.m. Donations may be sent to St. Bonaventure Church in Robert's name. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEIGHTMAN MARILYN ELIZABETH AG...
WEIGHTMAN MARILYN ELIZABETH Age 88, lifelong resident of Penn Twp. on February 6, 2018, at her home. A 1947 graduate of Penn Twp. HS and 1951 graduate of Pitt with a BS in Chemistry. Retired in 1984 from the Elliott Co. as a chemist and Senior Materials Engineer. Preceded in death by parents, John Henry and Lillian Annette Loughner Weightman; lifelong companion, Shirley Howard; siblings, Lila M. Regina, John W. "Bud," and Paul Weightman; survived by nieces, nephews, and extended family, as well as numerous friends and neighbors in the Penn Twp. area. According to her wishes, there will be no memorial service. Donations may be made to the Western PA Conservancy 412-288-2777, or the Funeral Consumers Alliance of Western PA, PO Box 8974, Pittsburgh, PA 15221-0974. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MEINERT DAVID C. AGE 83, OF UP...
MEINERT DAVID C. Age 83, of Upper St. Clair, passed peacefully on February 8, 2018, surrounded by his family. David was born October 15, 1934, in Ambridge, to the late Leo and Elizabeth Swain Meinert. He graduated from Loyola University Maryland with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting. Following college, David enlisted in the US Army serving as a 1st Lieutenant in the Army Security Agency and was stationed in Germany. After returning from Germany, David began a successful career at US Steel in Johnstown. He transferred to the Pittsburgh area and worked at various US Steel locations in managerial positions in the Accounting Department. After 33 years, David retired as the Manager of Accounting & Finance at US Steel's Mon Valley Works. David is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Mary (Dina) Meinert; and four children, Susan (Charles) Bianco, Paul (Melissa) Meinert, Karen (Jeff) DeRoss, and Kurt (Amy) Meinert. David enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, Jessica, Ryan, Mathew, Nicole, Brittany, Craig, Kyle, Brooke, and Brett; and great-grandsons, Luca and Owen. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his four brothers, Leo, Robert, Herb, and Richard Meinert. The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff at the Grand Residence and Seven Oakes Hospice for their support and care. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 724-941-3211. Friends and family are welcome at 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, on Monday from 10-11:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Louise de Marillac Church on Monday at 12 noon. Committal Prayers will take place in Queen of Heaven Cemetery immediately following mass. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at alz.org. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PHILLIP LORETTA M. LOLLIE (S...
PHILLIP LORETTA M. LOLLIE (SHANOSKI) Of Munhall, on February 9, 2018, age 80. Beloved wife of 61 years to Michael Phillip; mother of Pamela Burns of Munhall, Mark (Heidi) Phillip of Plantation, FL and the late Michael Phillip; grandmother of Jamie Phillip of FL and Brittany Cavicchia of FL; sister of Betty Barron and the late Florence Smigas; sister-in-law of John (Connie) Phillip, Mary Kranjak and the late Betty Gmys. Lollie retired from WPIC where she was an administrative secretary in the research department. Her hobbies were singing in the Sweet Adaline Choir and bowling. Friends received SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC.,3501 Main Street, Munhall, Monday 6 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass, Wednesday 10:00 a.m., St. Therese Church, Munhall. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROWN ELEANOR EVE AGE 81, OF S...
BROWN ELEANOR EVE Age 81, of Sheraden, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018, surrounded by loved ones. Survived by aunt, Dorothy Brunner; brother, George (Dotty) Brown; nieces and nephews, Billie Jo (Mark), Jennifer, George (Amy), Jake, Nicolette, Tatum, Berlyn, and Eijah; also her dog, Molly. Eleanor was a teacher at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic School in Robinson for over 20 years, she was still active in the Folk Group at St. Margaret of Scotland Church in Greentree, and she loved playing guitar. She was loved by many and will be forever missed. Family and friends will be received 2-8 p.m. SUNDAY at the MCDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1225 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. in St. John of God Parish, the Church of St. Mary's. Interment in Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh. mcdermottfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CONTEEN JAMES EDWARD AGE 69, O...
CONTEEN JAMES EDWARD Age 69, of South Park, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2018. Loving husband of 29 years to Andrea Conteen (Pascoe); father of Carissa (Jason) Larkin, Lafayette, Indiana, Vincent Conteen, Matthew Tokar and Valerie Tokar; grandfather of Jae and Morgan; brother of Barbara (the late Dominic) Evangelista; and son of the late Anthony and Patricia (Patton) Conteen. James was a federal employee for over 30 years, served in the Vietnam War and enjoyed all things Civil War related. He volunteered at South Park Meals on Wheels and Pittsburgh Food Bank. Jim was an avid walker in South Park. He was known at the park to greet you with a big smile and a wave. Jim loved to bring his wife flowers every week of their marriage. Visitation for James will be held on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. and Monday from 2-7 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Pleasant Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Church, South Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the South Park Meals on Wheels. Condolences may be given at jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VOELKER PRISCILLA M. (KUCHTA) Age 74, at home surrounded by her family, on Thursday, February 8, 2018, of Baldwin Twp. Beloved wife of 33 years to James G. Voelker "Guppy"; loving mother of April (Rich) Minech and Christopher (Laurie) Solan; cherished stepmother of Justin (Crissy) and Jeremy (Kristi) Voelker; beloved grandmother of Johnny and Michael Solan; proud step-grandmother to Jacob, Sarah, Ben, Jackson, Finley, and Milo Voelker; daughter of Margaret and the late John Kuchta; loving and devoted sister of Elaine (Robert) Broniecki; also survived by in-laws and many nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors, and many friends. Priscilla's family extended well beyond her own. After pursuing her education and obtaining her bachelor in nursing from the University of Pittsburgh, as a nurse for Mercy and Presbyterian Hospitals, and at the Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging, she touched, comforted, and helped heal countless lives. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Saturday and Sunday, February 10 and 11, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Monday morning at 9. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Pius X Church at 10 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Vitas Hospice, RIDC Park, Ste. 101, 235 Alpha Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FITZ MARION B. (BARNHART) MARI...
FITZ MARION B. (BARNHART) Marion (Barnhart) Fitz, age 89, of Butler, formerly of Hampton Township, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018. Born April 9, 1928 in Pittsburgh, she was the wife of the late Michael Fitz, Jr. She is survived by her children, James Fitz, of Renfrew; Barbara (John) Breintenbach, of Butler, Janet Jenkins, of Shaler Township, Michael T. (Shawnee) Fitz, of Charleston, SC, Thomas (Eileen) Fitz, of Forward Township and Patricia (Dennis) Bruce, of Wexford; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Outley; brothers, Richard Barnhart and John Hart. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter in law, Cathy Fitz and brother, Raymond Barnhart. Marion's family will welcome friends from 12 Noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, February 11, 2018 at KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, February 12, 2018 at Holy Sepulcher, 1304 E. Cruikshank Road in Butler. She will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery in Butler. The family suggests memorial donations may be sent to South Butler Community Meals on Wheels, 1091 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia PA 16059. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Marion's family at www.kingfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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