ZALOZNIK FRANCES (AUGUSTIN) Age 94, of Scott Twp., on May 2, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Ernest Zaloznik; loving mother of Arlene Zaloznik, Sandy (Larry) Gastgeb and Ernie (Debbie) Zaloznik; cherished grandmother of Wendi (Jon) Duffill, Tim (Amy) Gastgeb and Tim Zaloznik; great-grandmother of Nikolas, Aidan, Lily, Mason and Addison. Frances worked at Kane Hospital, and upon retirement, she traveled with the Bridgeville Senior Center and volunteered for Meals on Wheels and the Food Bank. She had a tremendous love for gardening. Family and friends received Friday from 10 a.m. until Noon at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412.221.3333), where a service will be held immediately following at Noon. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. View and share condolences at warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZEFFIRO RUTH AGATHA (GLOECKL) ...
ZEFFIRO RUTH AGATHA (GLOECKL) Age 90, of Bethel Park, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on May 1, 2018. Loving wife of 55 years to the late Albert E. Zeffiro, Jr.; beloved mother of Michael (Janet), Barbara, Rose, and Jeffrey (Joann) Zeffiro; grandmother of Thomas (Jen), Andrew (Jessica), Elizabeth (Will) Lenthe, Victoria (James) Schreffler, and Phillip Zeffiro; great-grandmother of Amelia, Junie, and Carter Zeffiro; sister of the late Delores Keeling, the late Edward (Ruth survives) Gloeckl, Mary Margaret Hartner, and Joseph Gloeckl. Ruth was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her grandchildren and great- grandchildren were the joys of her life. She will be missed by all who knew her. Visitation for Ruth will be held on Thursday from 2-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Pleasant Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Germaine's Catholic Church, Bethel Park. Interment at Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Ruth's name to the Disabled American Veterans or the Alzheimer's Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUTTERI SANDRA L. AGE 71, OF B...
BUTTERI SANDRA L. Age 71, of Beaver Falls, died Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at Good Samaritan Hospice. Born March 7, 1947 in Ellwood City, the daughter of the late Leroy and Myrtle (Goehring) Lintz. Sandra was a faithful Jehovah's Witness for over 50 years. Affectionately known as Nunny, she enjoyed her family, friends, and making people laugh. Surviving are her loving husband of almost 53 years, Charles Butteri; son, Shawn Butteri and his wife, Corrina; two grandchildren, Seth and Simone Butteri; and many nieces and nephews. She will be missed by her best friend Pat Medlen, who was always by her side. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Mary Elizabeth in infancy, Jane Lintz, Jean Rearick and Darlene Keul; and three brothers, John Lintz, David Lintz and Gerald Lintz. A memorial service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 317 PA-288 Ellwood City, PA, 16117 at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Arrangements were handled by the GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Ave., New Brighton, gabauerfamilyfuneralhomes .com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GAERTNER DANIEL A. ON TUESDAY,...
GAERTNER DANIEL A. On Tuesday, May 1, 2018, age 64, of West View, formerly of North Side. Beloved husband for 42 years of Dorothy (Schueler) Gaertner; son of Helen and the late Tony Gaertner; loving father of Jennifer (Steve) Chesney and Kari (Jeff) Gaertner; grandfather of Devin, Braedan, Riley, Olivia, and Jaxon; brother of Sharon Gaertner, Thomas (Linda) Gaertner, Casey Morrison, and Patrick (Becky) Gaertner; also, survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received on Thursday, May 3, 2018, from 6-8 p.m. and Friday, May 4, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 388 Center Ave, West View, PA 15229. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Cyril of Alexandria Church on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at 10 a.m. Please leave condolences at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GOODEN JOHN E. AGE 84, OF DUQU...
GOODEN JOHN E. Age 84, of Duquesne, Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, April 27, 2018 in Canterbury Place. He was born December 8, 1933 in McKeesport, son of the late Thomas Gooden and Maggie Williams Gooden. He was preceded in death by daughter, Deborah Gooden; son, Eugene Comer; wife, Carrie Bell Gray Gooden; and sister, Rosetta Bennett. John was a member of Payne Chapel A.M.E., where he was a former Steward and former Class Leader. He was a member of three choirs within Payne Chapel A.M.E.the Male Chorus, Gospel Chorus, and the Martineers. He was also a member of The Sons of Allen and was a former member of The Jewels. He retired from UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Left to cherish his memories are his children, Nickol Johnson of Verona, Eric Gooden of Duquesne, John Gooden of Jacob, FL, Erica Gooden of Clairton, Shirley Comer Knight of Clairton; 33 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren; siblings, Melvin Gooden of North Versailles, Alfred Gooden of Duquesne; adopted daughter, Joanne Turner; nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Friends will be received Friday from 4-8 p.m. in Payne Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 601 Priscilla Avenue, Duquesne, Pennsylvania, where services will be held on Saturday. Interment will follow in the McKeesport and Versailles Cemetery, McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Arrangements entrusted to the ROBERT A. WATERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., McKeesport, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZAJICEK DONALD T. AGE 86, OF H...
ZAJICEK DONALD T. Age 86, of Hankey Farms/Oakdale, died Tuesday, May 1, 2018, in the Asbury Health Center, Pittsburgh. Beloved husband of 56 years to Sandra Zajicek; loving father of Mike, Pete (Debi), and Meg; adored pap of Samantha (Brian) Songer, Max, and Tess. To honor Don's wishes, all arrangements are private and are entrusted to 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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ILGEN LENARD AGE 98, OF TAMPA,...
ILGEN LENARD Age 98, of Tampa, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, died Tuesday, the 1st of May, 2018. Born in 1919 in Centre County, PA, Lenard received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Penn State. He worked for Duquesne Light Co. in Pittsburgh for 43 years with a four year break to serve in the Navy during WWII where he was the Engineering Officer aboard a Destroyer Escort in the Pacific. Lenard was preceded in death by Marion Crow, Darline Neuhouser Ilgen, Christine Griscti Ilgen; his son, John Ilgen; and his daughter, Jeanne Ilgen (Sean Licka). He is survived by his daughter, Mary Hritz (David); and his son, Paul Ilgen (Elizabeth). Lenard is lovingly remembered by his seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He led by example, contributing to the community through work with the YMCA, Rotary International, Meals on Wheels, and his church. Lenard leaves behind a legacy of love, support and kindness, and will be greatly missed. Visitation will be at BLOUNT & CURRY WEST CHAPEL, 6802 Silvermill Dr., Tampa, on May 4, 2018, from 6-8 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held on May 5, 2018, at Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, 8401 Hillsborough Ave., Tampa, at 11 a.m. A private burial will be held at Centre County Memorial Park, State College, PA, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Lenard's name to Lutheran Church of Our Saviour. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEITRICK LAURA JEAN AGE 54, OF...
DEITRICK LAURA JEAN Age 54, of Upper St. Clair, died peacefully on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Richard E. Deitrick, Jr., for 27 years; loving mother of Michael, John and Zachary Deitrick; daughter-in-law of Linda Deitrick. Also survived by many brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and numerous nieces and nephews. Laura was born on June 19, 1963 in Orange County, California to Donald and Jean Soltysiak. Laura always took pleasure in many of life's simplest gifts. Such as going to beach, soaking in the sun and feet in the sand, and exercising daily by walking through the neighborhood. She will be remembered for radiant beauty inside and out, an avid Disney lover, and always watching her Saturday college football. Most of all, Laura's love always shined bright for her family. She was the proudest mother of her three sons, and wife to her best friend and love of her life. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Family and Friends are welcome on Friday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday 10 a.m. in St. Thomas More Church. Interment to follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Family Hospice and Palliative Care. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOHAYCZYK PATRICIA L. (WEISNER...
BOHAYCZYK PATRICIA L. (WEISNER) On Tuesday, May 1, 2018, age 68, of Coraopolis. Born in Sewickley on July 18, 1949, daughter of the late George F. and Dorothy C. (Hitt) Weisner; beloved sister of George E. Weisner (Kathy) and Dee Tosadori (Chris); Godmother to nephew, Christopher W. Tosadori; aunt to Deborah Weisner (Erik), Ann Marie Weisner (Scott), and Christine Lamb. Pat graduated from Coraopolis High School, received a degree in dental hygiene from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master's degree from Columbia University. She worked most of her career as a dental hygienist and was assistant director of dental hygiene at UCLA in the mid 70's. Pat will be sadly missed by her family and all who knew her. She was a sweet, gentle person whose smile would light up a room. Special thanks to the staff at Manor Care North Hills for their compassionate care. Visitation Sunday 3-7 p.m. at COPELAND'S CORAOPOLIS, 867 Fifth Ave., where prayers will be recited on Monday at 9: a.m. followed by Mass at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Church. Entombment will follow in Resurrection Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KING SHANA LEAH AGE 44, DIED O...
KING SHANA LEAH Age 44, died on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, from a drug overdose. Shana leaves us her wonderful son, Asher Foley King, 14; along with her parents, Judith and Stewart Sadowsky and Mark and Bonnie King; her sister, Abby and her husband, Matthew Bolton and their son, Bear Young Bolton; her brothers, Jeffrey Myers and Michael Reing; and sister, Michele Myers; her dear friend and the father of her son, Ryan Foley, and his parents, Jim and Donna Foley; also survived by her beloved Aunt Harriet; uncles, Jack and Jon; and wonderful cousins, Kathy, Susan, Greg, Gregory, Jackie, Emily, Rose, Amy, Marty, Adam, Lynne, and many other cousins. After years and years of (struggle and) heartbreak hanging on a thread of hope, it was not to be for Shana. She will be remembered by friends and loved ones as the beautiful, caring, loving, outspoken, and fun woman she was. She will be forever in our hearts. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Friday at 10 a.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (9-10 a.m.). Interment PRIVATE. Contributions in Shana's memory may be made to Shatterproof, 135 West 41st Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10036, or any addiction organization of the donor's choice. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZEILER ALTHA A. AGE 88, PASSED...
ZEILER ALTHA A. Age 88, passed away after a nearly six year illness at Providence Point Retirement Community. Altha was employed as a secretary at the Pittsburgh financial firm of Reed Lear & Co. in 1947. She retired in 1996 from Smith Barney Morgan Stanley after 45 years of service. Daughter of William C. and Martha Deemer Zeiler of Lincoln Place. She is predeceased by her siblings, George W. Zeiler, Ronald G. Zeiler, and Janet Fedorchak. Altha is survived by her sister, Mrs. Lois Skrabut of Palm Coast, FL; and her cherished nieces and nephews. Altha enjoyed her poodles, ceramics, traveling, and visiting local casinos. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Family and friends will be received on Friday, May 4, 2018, from 6-8 p.m. and Saturday, May 5, 2018, from 2-3 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pittsburgh PA 15236. A Blessing Service will be held on Saturday at 3 p.m. in the funeral home's chapel. Condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAMILTON C. PATRICIA AGE 87 OF...
HAMILTON C. PATRICIA Age 87 of Longwood at Oakmont, passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2018. Cherished of wife of 65 years to Dick Hamilton; loving mother to Judy (Kevin) White, Stewart (Christine) Hamilton; grandmother of Colin (Juliana) White, Hannah (Matt) Beno, Brenden and Garrett Hamilton. A graduate of Grove City College, Pat taught 21 years at the University School in Shadyside. She also was an active member of All Saints Episcopal Church (currently named Reconciliation Anglican Church) of Verona and the Dicken's Fellowship Group. Friends received Friday 4-7 p.m. at CHARLES W. TRENZ FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11110 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 5, 10:00 a.m. at the chapel located within Homewood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Carnegie Library or Reconciliation Anglican Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LUSETICH DENNIS JAMES OF WALL,...
LUSETICH DENNIS JAMES Of Wall, passed away Sunday, April 29, 2018, at the age of 62. He was the beloved husband of Joann (Praestus) Lusetich; and father of Danielle Lusetich, Anthony Lusetich, and Dennis Lusetich. Preceded in death by his parents, Anthony Lusetich and Virginia (Accardi) Lusetich; as well as his brothers, Anthony Lusetich and Jerry Lusetich. He is survived by his sisters, Anna Marie (Daniel) Jankovich, Clara Dee (Sal) Donato, and Virginia Ginger (Arthur) Anderson. Dennis was known best to love working with his hands, especially in carpentry; he was most proud of the house that he built with his own hands in his early twenties where his mother would eventually live years later. He also had a passion for driving and racing motorcycles as well as for cooking (family recipe) pasta sauces of which he shared with grateful family and friends. Those closest to him also knew of his deep love for each of his dogs throughout his lifetime. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Jude the Apostle Church. All are welcome to attend. Dennis will be laid to rest in Monongahela Cemetery. ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, INC., Wilmerding, PA, is assisting the family, 412-824-4332. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MASON ROBERT BOYD AGE 93, OF M...
MASON ROBERT BOYD Age 93, of Mt. Lebanon, formerly of Murrysville, on May 1, 2018. Beloved husband of Virginia (Crouthamel) Mason; devoted father of Keith R. (Linda R.) Mason and the late Sandi Mason (Ken); cherished 'Pop' of Sean Robert and Gianna Maria Mason; brother of Leroy Mason (Edith), Katherine Stribe (Ralph), and the late Willard Mason (Alberta); also survived by many wonderful nieces and nephews. Bob was a proud Navy Veteran of World War II and a graduate of Carnegie Tech (now Carnegie Mellon University). He spent the majority of his career in management at West Penn Power Company. Robert was devoted to the love of his life his wife of 66 years, Ginny. He was a man of faith and served as a trustee of the First United Methodist Church, Murrysville, an officer in the Lions Club, a volunteer for Meals on Wheels, as well as serving others in the community. Bob was an avid outdoorsman and was passionate about hunting, golfing, and particularly fly-fishing. He enjoyed keeping up with the stock market and most of all doting on his grandchildren. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN CREMATION AND FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, on Friday from 3-7 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in Bower Hill Community Church on Moffett Street in Mt. Lebanon, Saturday morning at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bower Hill Community Church for Sandi's Garden (A SHIM garden in honor of his sweet daughter, Sandi). laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KRESS MARY A. AGE 89, OF CAST...
KRESS MARY A. Age 89, of Castle Shannon, on Tuesday, May 1, 2018. Daughter of the late Anna and Bill Neuhausler; beloved wife of 68 years to Robert P. Kress (preceded in death March 12, 2018) loving mother of Susan Batko, Bobbi Christopher (Paul), Diane Filipiak (Stan), Janet Cumberledge (David); grandmother of Nicholas and Alex, Michael and Daniel, Jamie, and David (Alexis) Cumberledge; and five great grandchildren. Mary, a hard-working, genuine and progressive woman lived life to the fullest before an Alzheimer's diagnosis 10 years ago. She had a profound love of husband Bob, family, animals, reading, cross-word puzzles, music, theatre, dance, gardening and fashion. Much of her career was spent working for AT&T and Rockwell International. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, May 4, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. in St. Anne Church, Castle Shannon. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANDERSON SHIRLEY L. (ROSE) AGE...
ANDERSON SHIRLEY L. (ROSE) Age 81, transitioned on May 1, 2018. Beloved mother of Joan; and loving grandmother of Mya Anderson; also survived by other relatives and friends. Businessowner for over 60 years of the Beauty Mark Hair Salon, Homestead. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. Second Baptist Church, where Services will be held Saturday 11 a.m. Arrangements by ALDRICH FUNERAL HOME, 412-461-3400. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LAGORGA JULIA (MASTRIPPOLITO) ...
LaGORGA JULIA (MASTRIPPOLITO) Peacefully on Wednesday May 2, 2018, age 95, of North Versailles. Beloved mom of Ron LaGorga, Angelo (Ronda) LaGogra, Christine (Jim) Schultz, and Mark LaGorga; special grandma of 13 grandchildren and 13 great- grandchildren; special sister of Mary Octavi, Virginia Canale, and Roseann Kemmerer; special sister-in-law of Roseann Mastrippolito and Joe LaGorga; also survived by numerous nieces and cousins. Julia was preceded in passing by her husband, Angelo. She worked at the former LaGorga's Restaurant and was an excellent cook. She loved her family unconditionally and always had a beautiful grace and independence to her until the end. Friends welcome in ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, 412-824-4332, on Friday from 2-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in St Robert Bellarmine Church. Julia will be laid to rest in Good Shepherd Cemetery. For online condolences, visit us at: www.alfierifuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRANNON EUGENE T., SR. AT HOME...
BRANNON EUGENE T., Sr. At home surrounded by family on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, age 81, of Marshall Twp. Beloved husband of the late Lorraine E. Brannon; loving father of Eugene T. (Barbara) Brannon, Jr., Patty Brannon, and Shawn (Joanna) Brannon, all of Wexford; brother of the late Howard Scouton; grandfather of Brandy (Brian) Householder, Jessica (Edward) Connor, Kelly Brannon, Shawn Brannon, and Jennifer Brannon; great-grandfather of Edward Connor V, Emily Connor, Shawn Andrew Brannon, and Brady Householder. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC, 7720 Perry Hwy., Pgh., PA 15237. Notice of funeral later. Mr. Brannon was the founder of Perma Ceram and Copper Leaf Design. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEUTSCH PAULINE S. (MONDOCK) A...
DEUTSCH PAULINE S. (MONDOCK) Age 83, of Homestead, on May 2, 2018. Beloved mother of Suzanne (Kim) Winwood, Sandra Deutsch, and the late Ronald (BO) Deutsch; also five grandchildren, 10 great- grandchildren and one great- great-granddaughter; sister of Helen Olsakovsky, Theresa Leskanic, Elizabeth Koza and the late George Mondock, Annie Tima and Margie Gannon. Visitation Sunday 4-8 p.m. in R V ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 315 E. Tenth Ave., Homestead where Blessing Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCMUNN ALMA (PEIRITSCH) AGE 65...
McMUNN ALMA (PEIRITSCH) Age 65, of Indiana Township, passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Robert C. McMunn, Sr.; loving mother of Robert C. McMunn, Jr. (Gretchen Allen); sister of Carol (late Albin) Langus, Rose (late Joe) Brusco, and Tom (Karen) Peiritsch; amazing aunt to Lori Elias, Sherrie (Kevin) Boles, Kim (Mike) LeMaster, Beth (Ray) Roncivich, Mickey (Steve) Eperthener, and Alicia (Bob) Mangola; sister-in-law to Carolyn (late Charles) Vogle, the late John and Pauline McMunn. She will be missed by "Her little side kick", Aubrey Lynn and her furry baby, Molly. Alma lived life to the fullest and loved her family and friends. She would want everyone to have a margarita to celebrate her life. A memorial service will be held at THOMAS SMITH FUNERAL HOME on Monday, May 7, 2018, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 930 Center Ave. 15238, (Blawnox). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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