BLAZINA CATHERINE AUNT KAY Over 101 years ago, God put "Aunt Kay" upon this earth to experience all that a century of life had to offer. On Thursday, May 3, 2018, God called Aunt Kay home to rejoin many friends and family members including her mother and sister, Jennie, whom she spoke about often. While she was among us, Aunt Kay shared her wit, her laughter, her wisdom and her love for animals (including "the baby") Paisley. We remain forever thankful for her teachings about life, love, dignity and loss. Aunt Kay took great pride in growing up in Braddock, PA on Jones Avenue and remembered those days fondly even in her latter years. While many family members and friends will miss her, we can rest assured that Aunt Kay will be waiting for us when we, too, are called home. There will be no visitation for Aunt Kay. A Committal Service will be held for her on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at 11 a.m. in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. Aunt Kay's arrangements have been entrusted to PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Humane Animal Rescue, 6926 Hamilton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208, (412) 345-7300. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BLAZINA CATHERINE AUNT KAY O...
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LEASURE WILLIAM A., SR. AGE 85...
LEASURE WILLIAM A., Sr. Age 85, on Monday, April 30, 2018. Son of the late Clyde Leasure and Clara (McCutcheon) Leasure Patterson; beloved father of Robert A. Leasure, Paul R. (Alicia) Leasure, Albert C. (Sue) Leasure, and the late William A. Leasure, Jr. and Eugene Leasure; brother of the late Grace M. Leasure; survived also by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. There are no visitations. Interment will be held privately. If you desire, please make donations to the Alzheimer's Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BYRNE RAYMOND G. JERRY, JR. ...
BYRNE RAYMOND G. JERRY, Jr. Age 87, of Conway, died Friday, May 4, 2018, in Good Samaritan Hospice of Beaver. He was born February 25, 1931, in Sewickley, PA, to the late Raymond G. and Eunice Fields Byrne. He was a retired electrician for Armco Steel Corporation and a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Monaca. He was a member of the NRA, Rochester Sportsman Club, and Ambridge Sportsman Club. Jerry enjoyed shooting skeet and trap. After his retirement, he worked as a volunteer at Sewickley Valley Hospital. Jerry proudly served his country in the US Navy during the Korean War. Preceding him in death in addition to his parents were his sister, Patricia Mannion and a brother, Donald Byrne. Surviving are two sons, Richard (Marie) Byrne of Upper St. Clair, David (Shellie) Byrne of Madison, OH; six grandchildren, Michael (Miriam), Jeremy, Matthew, Peter, Natalie, and Zachary. Friends will be received Tuesday from 2-8 p.m. in the JOHN SYKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. Family and friends will meet Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, 15th and Virginia Ave., Monaca, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by his pastor, Father Michael Ruffalo. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery where military honors will be conducted by the Beaver County Special Unit and the United States Navy. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Good Samaritan Hospice, 1000 Dutch Ridge Rd., 4th Floor, Tower A, Beaver, PA 15009. Online condolences can be made at: www.sykafuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KRAMER REV. JAMES W., SR. ON M...
KRAMER REV. JAMES W., Sr. On May 3, 2018, at the age of 72, Jim went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was a resident of Franklin Park. He is survived by his loving family; wife Anne Kramer; his children Dr. James W. Kramer, Jr. (Kim), Jessica Kramer; stepson, Steve Spak (Kristen); sister, Sharon Haramic (Mark); grandchildren, Hayden, Nate and Jonathan. The family will receive friends Wednesday, May 9, 2018, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SPERLING FUNERAL HOME, 700 Blazier Dr. McCandless Twp. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 19, 2018, in the chapel at Orchard Hill Church, 2551 Brandt School Rd., Wexford, PA 15090 at 1 p.m. Memorial donations may be directed to Eleos Fund at Orchard Hill to support their Haiti Mission. Remembrances may be left at: www.sperlingfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GUSKY SHELDON ON WEDNESDAY, MA...
GUSKY SHELDON On Wednesday, May 2, 2018. Best friend of Karen Hirshman Gusky; beloved father of Jason and Raymond of Pittsburgh, Allison of Riverhead, Long Island, NY, Ross of Pleasant Hill, CA; beloved son of the late Kathryn (Kitty) and Albert Gusky of blessed memory; son-in-law of Sandra Hirshman Robinowitz and the late Raymond B. Hirshman of blessed memory. Sheldon was preceded in death by his sister, Myrna Gusky Borman of Pittsburgh. Memorial contributions may be directed to GI Transformative Research Fund, Hillman Cancer Center, 5150 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, ATTN: Dr. Nathan Bahary, or to Shaare Torah Congregation, or to Hillel Academy. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GARDELL GEORGE P., JR. OF FORE...
GARDELL GEORGE P., Jr. Of Forest Hills, age 81, died on Thursday, May 3, 2018. George was the beloved husband of the late Patricia (Neff) Gardell for 36 years; father of the late Ron Gardell; cherished brother-in-law of Linda (Fred) Hall of Wilkins Twp.; loving uncle of Kimberly (Mike Marini) Hall of Forest Hills, and Jennifer Boeringer of Monroeville; and great-uncle of Josh and Noah Marini and Brandon Diorio, and Nick Boeringer. George is survived by his cat, Sparky. He retired to Ocean City, NJ and developed a love for classic cars during his retirement. There will be no visitation for George. He will be laid to rest privately in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. George's arrangements have been entrusted to PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, TURTLE CREEK / MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek 412-823-9350. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DICKSON CHARLES E. BUD, JR. ...
DICKSON CHARLES E. BUD, Jr. Age 77, of the North Side, died on Friday, May 4, 2018, surrounded by his family. Born January 17, 1941, to the late Charles E., Sr. and Marcella (Bush) Dickson. He was one of six children and was a lifelong member of Teamsters Local #249 and will be forever remembered by his three children, Sharon Yonlisky, Michael (Deb) Dickson, and Linda (Greg) Bunce; also by nine grandchildren and 11 great- grandchildren. There were no visitations. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROCK WALTER ANTHONY AGE 77, LO...
ROCK WALTER ANTHONY Age 77, longtime resident of Sarasota, FL. Passed away peacefully at ECM Hospital in Florence, AL on Thursday, May 3, 2018. He was born September 24, 1940, in Pittsburgh, PA. Walter is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Sandra Gregory Rock; son, Clayton James Rock I (Lanae) of Las Vegas, NV; daughter, Erin E. McGregor (Craig) of Sarasota, FL; three grandchildren, Clayton James Rock II, of Las Vegas, NV/ Muscle Shoals, AL, Ruby and Gage McGregor of Sarasota, FL; brother, Michael James Soroczak (Myra) of Muscle Shoals, AL; sisters, Barbara Clifford (Charles, Sr.) of Ottawa, IL and Kathleen M. Daniels (Timothy) of Cutler Ridge, FL; two surviving aunts, Theodora Petruska and Helen Petrachevich, both of Pittsburgh, PA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was a United States Army Paratrooper 101st Airborne Division Engineer Battalion. Walter was an industrial paint salesman and small business owner. He loved golf and traveling across the country on his motorcycle. Walt was a patriot, who loved the Lord, his family and his country. He will always be loved and missed by all who knew him. ROSELAWN FUNERAL HOME, Decatur, AL has the honor of assisting the family. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUCK ERNEST ERNIE F. AGE 89,...
BUCK ERNEST ERNIE F. Age 89, of McDonald, North Fayette Twp., died Friday, May 4, 2018, in his home. He was born September 2, 1928, in Sturgeon, a son of the late Gabor and Julia Bokorvich Buck. Mr. Buck was a truck driver for over 50 years for Russell Standard Industries and was a member of St. Patrick's R. C. Church, Noblestown. He enjoyed golfing, soccer, baseball, cutting wood, mowing his lawn to perfection, and spending time with the family and grandchildren. Surviving is his wife of 62 years, Margaret Slack Buck; children, Lisa (David) King of Hookstown and Ernie (Robin) Buck of North Fayette Twp.; grandchildren, Jesse, Jared, Jed, and Rachel Buck, Travis and D.J. King; great-granddaughter, Annaleigh King; and his sister-in-law, Norma Buck. He was preceded in death by his brother, Frank Buck; and his sister, Helen Buck. Friends will be received Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the THOMAS - LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 314 W. Lincoln Avenue, McDonald (724-926-2800). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Patrick R. C. Church, 7322 Noblestown Road, Oakdale. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the West Allegheny Food Bank. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NASER CHARLES E. AGE 87, OF MO...
NASER CHARLES E. Age 87, of Monroeville, formerly of Plum, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Marylou (Tedesco) Naser; loving father of Margaret (Dave) Urban, Thomas (Pam) Naser, Katie (Quinn) Coyle- Hetrick and Maureen (Mac) McWilliams; dear grandfather of nine; numerous great- grandchildren; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received Monday, May 7, 2018, from 2-8 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE / PLUM CHAPEL), corner of (445) Beatty Rd. and 48 North, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Mass of Christian Burial at our Lady of Joy Parish, Plum, Tuesday at 10 a.m. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Interment to follow in Good Shepherd Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to 365 Hospice, 2549 Mosside Blvd., Monroeville, PA 15146. www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KELLEY ROBERT BOB AGE 64, OF...
KELLEY ROBERT BOB Age 64, of Baldwin, formerly of Munhall, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 4, 2018. Husband of 21 years to Jackie Kelley; father of Robbie Kelley, Ryan Kelley, Krystal McDonough (Sean), and Monica Jones (Joe); grandfather of Casey McDonough and Caroline McDonough; brother of Diane Kelley; son of Pauline Kelley and the late Paul E. Kelley. Bob was a lover of the outdoors, fishing, hunting, as well as an avid Steelers fan. Services are private and have been entrusted into the care of JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 11, 2018, at 10 a.m., at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, 1 Grove Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. EVERYONE IS TO MEET AT CHURCH. Online condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILES GRACE T. (DIETZ) AGE 87,...
MILES GRACE T. (DIETZ) Age 87, of Middlesex Twp., passed away on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Born May 16, 1930, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late George J. and Josephine (Corkowska) Dietz. She is survived by her daughters, Yvonne Gorney of FL, Hope Miles of Richland Twp; sons, Gary Miles of West Deer Twp., George C. Miles of West Deer Twp., Greg R. Miles of West Deer Twp.; nine grandchildren; eight great- grandchildren; sister, Lorraine of York; brother, George Dietz of Irwin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George R. Miles, who passed away on July 4, 2011. Her family will welcome friends on Monday, May 7, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 4675 S. Pioneer Rd. in Allison Park. A Funeral service will be held on Tuesday at the Calvary Baptist Church at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Barry Murray officiating. She will be laid to rest in Allegheny County Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, Grace's family suggests donations be made to Calvary Baptist Church. Arrangements are entrusted to KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Grace's family at: www.kingfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NOYES JAMES CRANDALL AGE 86, O...
NOYES JAMES CRANDALL Age 86, of Moon Township, passed on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Born November 11, 1931, in Butler, PA, son of the late Charles M. and Martha (Crandall) Noyes; beloved husband to Merian (Salivonchik) Noyes; father of Jeffrey (Rebecca) Noyes of Beaver Falls, PA, David (Maureen) Noyes of Sewickley, PA, Charles (Lea) Noyes of Benita Springs, FL, and Christopher (Kelly) Noyes of Moon Township, PA; grandfather of Kara (Jacob) Sault, Charles, Alexander (Rebekah), Garrett (Leanne), Clayton, Morgan and James Noyes; great-grandfather of Maxwell and Calvin Sault; brother of Martha Noyes of Cary, NC; Jim served two tours of duty in Korea in the Navy and was part of the last Naval Patrol Bomber Squadron in Korea and Alaska. Jim enjoyed a long career in Retail Business, enjoyed music, playing the piano, and bird watching. He enjoyed reading and playing lacrosse. Jim graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and a member of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity and a member of the VFW Post 402 and the Mariner / Marlin Association. Visitation at COPELAND'S MOON TOWNSHIP, 981 Brodhead Road, on Monday from 5-9 p.m., where a Service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment to follow at North Side Cemetery, Butler, PA, where military honors will be accorded. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Carnegie Library for the Blind-Prerecorded books section in his memory. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHIANELLI TERESA LUCIA TESS ...
CHIANELLI TERESA LUCIA TESS On Saturday, May 5, 2018, age 93. Beloved daughter of the late Frank and Rosa (Vita) Chianelli; sister of the late Christine Petraglia, Mary Kozak, Frank L. Chianelli (survived by Fiorina Penny); beloved aunt of Barbara McGregor; also survived by many other nieces and nephews. Tess was a very talented artist and noted watercolorist who exhibited in shows at both the Associated Artists of Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Watercolor Society, the National Academy Galleries in New York, Indiana State Teachers College, and Pittsburgh Plan for Art. She had four one-person shows in Pittsburgh and was often inspired by her travels through the US, Canada, Europe, Mexico, Bermuda, and the West Indies. Friends received at MCCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOMES, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside, on Monday 4-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Maria Goretti Parish, Immaculate Conception Mission, on Tuesday at 10 a.m. THOSE WISHING TO ATTEND, PLEASE GATHER AT THE CHURCH. The family wishes to thank Sr. Eileen McGill of Alverno Apartments for her friendship and loving care. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Alverno Apartments, 98 Hawthorne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15209. www.mccabebrothers.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RICHMAN BARBARA DELYNN ON FRID...
RICHMAN BARBARA DeLYNN On Friday, May 4, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Howard Richman; and adored by her children and grandchildren: Gary Richman and Gail Wood of Chapel Hill, NC, and children, Michael (Portland, OR) and Elise (Washington, DC), Ann Richman and Mark Kelman of Palo Alto, CA; and sons, Nick (Redwood City, CA) and Jake (Palo Alto, CA), and John Richman of Kigali, Rwanda; and daughters, Eliza (Kigali, Rwanda) and Tess (Washington, DC); she is also survived by cherished nieces, Harriet Baum and her husband, Raymond, Anne Fontanesi, Gwen Gilbert and her husband, Doug Toews; and nephew, Alan Davidson and wife, Nance. Barbara was born in Morgantown, WV, in 1926, but was a fervent Pittsburgher for more than 70 years. She attended Ohio State University and in later years graduated from the University of Pittsburgh and went on to earn a Masters in Social Work from Pitt. She was a loving and caring mother and devoted to her six grandchildren to whom she wrote creatively decorated letters that are still treasured memories of their childhoods. She was an accomplished quilter; her hand-sewn original designs are now beautifully gracing the beds of her children, nieces and nephews, grandchildren and grandnieces and grandnephews across the country. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Monday, May 7, 2018, at 3 p.m. Visitation one hour prior to services (2-3 p.m.). Interment West View Cemetery of Rodef Shalom Congregation. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Carnegie Museum of Art, 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BANKS LINDA V. AGE 67, OF PITT...
BANKS LINDA V. Age 67, of Pittsburgh, passed away surrounded by her loving family on May 5, 2018. She was the devoted wife of 49 years to Tom Banks; mother of Linda (Don) Harden and Kellie (Jack) Banks; grandmother of Jake Harden; sister of Denise, Wendy, Ross, Tom, and Herb; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. Family and friends will be received on Monday, May 7, 2018, and Tuesday, May 8, 2018, from 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills 15236. A Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday, May 9, 2018, 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GARFOLD THERESA M. TESS AGE ...
GARFOLD THERESA M. TESS Age 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 4, 2018. Wife of the late Raymond Garfold; beloved mother of Terry (Russell) Greil, Angie (the late Gary) Priore, Norma (David) Febbraro, Raymond (Patty) Garfold, Lynn Garfold, and Ricky Garfold; grandmother of Melanie (Tom) Baiunco, Jordan (Katie) Liebert, Jason (Mary) Donovan, Angela (Brian) Siegel, Tracy (Ryan) Miller, Kelly (Artie) Seng, Sherry (Erik) Spratt, Raymond Garfold, Jr., Conor Garfold, Hunter Garfold, and April Coll; also ten great-grandchildren; sister of Dorothy Griffin and Norman (Claudia) Nieder. Friends received Tuesday 2-8 p.m. in THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral Prayer Wednesday 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Wendelin Church, Holy Apostles Parish, at 10:30 a.m. She is deeply loved and will be deeply missed. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BURKE VINCENT R. VINNIE AGE ...
BURKE VINCENT R. VINNIE Age 73, of North Braddock, suddenly on May 3, 2018. Loving brother of Joseph A., Jr. (Dorothy), Valerie (Allan) Povanda, Thomas (Jennifer), Patrick (Jennifer) Burke and the late Edith von Briel. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Vinnie was a member of the North Braddock Amvets Post #60 and their honor guard. He also was a self-employed painter. Vinnie served in the US Air Force as a Master Sergeant during the Vietnam Era. Friends welcome 5-8 p.m. Tuesday PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 10 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church of Good Shepherd Parish, Braddock Hills. Interment National Cemetery of The Alleghenies. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LINDER EDWARD LOUIS EDBO AGE...
LINDER EDWARD LOUIS EDBO Age 80, passed away peacefully, with his daughter, Hilary and family by his side, on April 19, 2018. A loving father and devoted sponsor, Edward will be sorely missed by family and friends. Please join us for a celebration of life on May 12th, from 12:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. at Tessaro's Restaurant, 4601 Liberty Ave., 15224. Professional services trusted to D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., (Lawrenceville). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THORNHILL HARPER OF HOMEWOOD, ...
THORNHILL HARPER Of Homewood, transitioned on Wednesday, May 2, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Karen Elaine Thornhill; daughter, Constance Thornhill Bettis; son, Shawn Derek Thornhill; brother, Ronald Thornhill; sister-in-law, Karen J. Thornhill; two grandchildren, Darlene Thornhill, Malik Thornhill. Visitation Tuesday, May 8, 2018, 12 Noon at Bethany Baptist Church, Tioga St. where Funeral Service will follow at 1 p.m. Arrangements of care entrusted to HOUSE OF LAW, INC. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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