BOWSER DAWN E. (JONES) Age 45, of Knox, PA, formerly of West View, on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. Beloved wife for 24 years of Thomas B. Bowser; mother of Nicholas J. (Holly), Marina L., and Natalie M. Bowser; daughter of Ralph and Lynn (Sweeney) Jones; sister of Jamie (John) Reel, Tammy (Travis) Simmons, and Debbie (Timothy) Wittig. Dawn was an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister, and aunt. Her infectious smile never left her beautiful face during her courageous cancer battle. She passed peacefully with her whole family by her side and was welcomed gracefully into our Lord's loving arms. Family will receive friends on Saturday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-5 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 388 Center Ave., West View, PA 15229, where a service will be held on Sunday at 5:00 p.m.. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Please leave condolences at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOWSER DAWN E. (JONES) AGE 45,...
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LINNEMAN VIRGINIA "AUNT GINNY"...
LINNEMAN VIRGINIA "AUNT GINNY" Age 94, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. She passed away from complications of a recent stroke. Aunt Ginny was born February 7, 1924, in Coulter, PA. She resided many years with her sister, Thelma (Jack) Carlson in McKeesport. After retiring from Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh (Shipping Department), she lived approximately 25 years in Ft. Myers, Florida. At the age of 90, she moved in with her niece, Connie Carlson Meyers (Jeffrey) in North Huntingdon. Aunt Ginny was the daughter of the late LeRoy Sylvester and Caroline Susanna (Reitler) Linneman. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Thelma Carlson and Phyllis Menzies. She is survived by four nieces and four nephews. She loved her family, the family pets, her game shows, her sweets and chocolate, but especially her beloved Pirates. Aunt Ginny was a member of the North Shore Alliance Church of North Fort Myers, FL (and previously a member of the McKeesport, PA Christian and Missionary Alliance Church). Aunt Ginny will be lovingly missed by her family, but she was ready and looking forward to Heaven. Family and friends will be received at JAYCOX - JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY on Saturday, August 4, 2018, from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m., in the funeral home chapel. Pastor Marty Smith will officiate. Burial will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please perform an act of kindness for an elderly person in memory and honor of Aunt Ginny. Condolences and memories may be shared at: www.jaycoxjaworskifh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PARKS MARSHALL "WOODY", JR. A...
PARKS MARSHALL "WOODY", JR. Age 62, of Garfield. Peacefully on Monday, July 30, 2018. Beloved husband of Karen Parks; beloved father of two children of love and grandfather of six grandchildren; beloved brother of Marsha, Sylvia, and Tyrone Parks, along with a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and VA Hospital family and friends. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m., at the COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., 15206, where Funeral service will be on Saturday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH GLENN A. IT IS WITH GREA...
SMITH GLENN A. It is with great sadness that the family of Glenn A. Smith of Mt. Lebanon announces his passing on Thursday, August 2, 2018, at the age of 65 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 44 years, Marie (Martinelli); and his children, Jenna (Christopher) Ralston, Jeffrey, and Jeremy; and his sisters, Elizabeth Herman, Mary Lee (John) Cunningham, and Alice Smith. Glenn will also be fondly remembered by his grandchildren, Anna and Henry; his brother-in-law, James Martinelli; and numerous nieces and nephews. Son of the late Elizabeth Betty and Glenn Smith, Sr. of Butler, PA, Glenn attended the University of Pittsburgh and graduated with a degree in civil engineering. He worked designing and inspecting bridges for Gannett Fleming for 38 years. He was always home from work in time to be with his family and attend and coach any of his children's sporting or musical events. He was playful with his grandchildren, making them laugh and think that they had the silliest Poppo around. He loved astronomy, classical music, and Pitt football and basketball. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Road, Scott Twp. 15220. Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 10 a.m. in Saint Thomas More Church, 126 Fort Couch Road. Glenn will be laid to rest in Mount Lebanon Cemetery, 509 Washington Road. Donations may be made to the University of Pittsburgh Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, UPMC Montefiore 4 West, 200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TUCKER ONA AGE 96, PEACEFULLY ...
TUCKER ONA Age 96, peacefully on July 28, 2018, in Texas. Visitation Monday, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Mt. Ararat Baptist Church, 271 Paulson Ave., 15206. Funeral service at 11 a.m. Professional services entrusted to COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 412-661-5916. Costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEMETROPOULOS EVELYN "JACKIE" ...
DEMETROPOULOS EVELYN "JACKIE" (VALLIERES) Age 84, of Mt. Washington, passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2018. Beloved wife of Stavros Demetropoulos; loving mother of Jacqueline Prevost, James Provost, Christine Musterel, Victor Vallieres, Michael Vallieres, and Steve Demetropoulos; beloved grandmother of Noel Prevost, Candy Provost, Cindy Provost, Jamie Provost, Christian Provost, Brandon Provost, Kiersten Musterel, and Corinne Musterel; survived by multiple great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and great-grand-dogs, Athena and Charlie; predeceased by loving pets, Socrates, Eh-Eh and Luke. Family and friends welcome Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WM. SLATER & SONS, INC. (412-381-3345), 301 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington 15211. Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Mount Church, Saturday 10 a.m. Burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DIXON SEAN J. AGE 54, OF WEST ...
DIXON SEAN J. Age 54, of West View, formerly of Penn Hills, it is with great sadness that we announce his passing on Thursday, August 2, 2018. Beloved husband for 19 years of Jodi K. (Proud) Dixon; loving father of Christian J. Dixon; son of the late Robert and H. Eileen Dixon; brother of Robert P. (Annette) Dixon, Colleen M. (John) Scavo, and the late Joseph M. Dixon; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on Sunday 2-7 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 388 Center Ave., West View, PA 15229, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 11:00 a.m.. In lieu of flowers, donations are being collected for Christian's Education, please bring or mail to Schellhaas Funeral Home, Inc., 388 Center Ave., West View, PA 15229 c/o The Dixon Family. Please leave condolences at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FLYNN JEAN ELEANOR (MCLOUGHLIN...
FLYNN JEAN ELEANOR (McLOUGHLIN) Of Murrysville, formerly of Plum Borough, PA and Troy, NY, passed away on Monday, July 30, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Ned Flynn; loving mother of Scott Flynn (Karen), Lori Williams (the late Don), the late Don Flynn (surviving wife, Cheryl Vogelsberger), and the late Mark Flynn (surviving wife, Chrissy); grandmother of Sean Flynn (Kati), Heather Trippany (Tom), Erin Evanchec (Steve), Ryan Flynn (Callie), Connor Williams (Angie), and Troy Flynn (Amy Stanbaugh); 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Ella (Curtin) McLoughlin; and brother and sister in-law, George and Evelyn McLoughlin. A special thank you to her caretakers, Carol and Nick Lettieri, and special friends, Ed and Patti Neff. Friends will be received from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, August 5, 2018, at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). A Blessing Service will follow the visitation at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations to HSDA of Western PA., P. O. Box 1196, 1140 Thorn Run Road, Coraopolis, PA. 15108. Please visit www.corlfuneralchapel for more information. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FISHER WILLIAM E. PASSED AWAY...
FISHER WILLIAM E. Passed away on July 6, 2018, at the age of 77, peacefully, during a family reunion. A native of Pittsburgh, Bill attended West View High School and spent most of his career in information technology at Laborers Combined Funds. Bill was an outdoor enthusiast, a master woodworker, a multiple trophy-winning marksman, a serious ham radio enthusiast, and one of the early, self-taught computer scientists that paved the way for NASA missions and such industries as HBO. He was still an active member of the Pittsburgh Tutonia Club and the Pittsburgh Computer Club. He loved sharing his knowledge and passions with others and stayed active doing so. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Irene, as well as his children and grandchildren, Will, Nancy (Audrey), Kathy (Eleanor and Edmund), Michael (Haden and Wyatt). The family has no plans for a memorial service at this time. For online condolences please visit; johnlawrencefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PURTELL MICHAEL M. "CANDLE MAN...
PURTELL MICHAEL M. "CANDLE MAN" Age 76 of Verona, passed away on Thursday, August 2, 2018. Son of the late John and Ruth (Rhodes) Purtell; beloved husband for 55 years of Linda (Penney) Purtell; loving father of Michael M. Purtell, Jr.; brother of J. Stephen (Patricia) Purtell, Irene (Jim) Lichota, and the late Gerry Purtell and Carolyn Vogel; brother-in-law of Larry Vogel, Marcia (Frank) Crummer, and the late Bruce C. and Joann Penney; he is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and special friends. The family would like to thank the Willows at Presbyterian Senior Care and Allegheny Health Network Hospice for their wonderful care that was provided. Mike was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Verona and served in the Army Reserves from 1963-1968. He had a 44 year career with A. I Root Candle Company, being a third generation salesman from his family. He was an avid Pittsburgh Sports fan and golfer having a hole in one at Alcoma on Hole #8 which was 136 yards using a 8 iron on July 13, 2000. Friends and relatives will be received on Sunday, August 5, 2018 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, August 6, 2018, 10 a.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, Verona. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PARTYKA ANDREW "SQUEEK" AGE 63...
PARTYKA ANDREW "SQUEEK" Age 63, of Bethel Park, on July 27, 2018. Beloved son of Theresa (Schmidt) and the late Edward; father of Crystal (Bryan) Northrop; dear brother of Ralph (predeceased), Edward (Darla) of Wheeler OR, Barbara (Dave) Shultz of Houston PA, Charles (Jen) of Bethel Park and Tina (Dennis) of Imperial; grandfather of Marissa and Tyler; companion and best friend to Donna Innocenti; also survived by several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Mr. Partyka served in the Vietnam War in the US Army. He worked as a Dental Lab Technician and was a devoted member of the American Legion. His favorite hobbies were camping and fishing. Private interment will be held at Forest Lawn Gardens, McMurray, PA. Memorial Donations may be made to the American Legion Post 760, 2409 Bethel Church Rd., Bethel Park, PA 15102. www.americanlegion760.org. Funeral Arrangements by ALL COUNTIES CREMATION SERVICES, 164 West Pike Street, Canonburg 724-705-4580. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RODRIGUEZ JESUS MANUEL, JR. ON...
RODRIGUEZ JESUS MANUEL, JR. On July 31, 2018, age 12 of McKees Rocks. Son of Brandy Battles and the late Jeff Vickers; brother of Justice Rodriguez. Friends received Saturday 1-3 and 5-7 p.m., with prayer service at 6:30 p.m. SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1650 Broadway, Stowe Twp./Kennedy Twp. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HICKEY ELIZABETH R. "BETTY" (O...
HICKEY ELIZABETH R. "BETTY" (ORME) Of Oakdale, PA, passed away peacefully in Her home on August 1, 2018. Betty was born on September 4, 1939, in New York City, NY. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert; and her sisters, Eileen, Barbara, Emily, and Belinda. Survived by her Loving husband, John G. Hickey of Oakdale; son, John (Tammy) Hickey of Imperial; and daughter, Annmarie (Chuck) Bucek of McKees Rocks; grandsons, Jeremy (Autumn) Hickey of Imperial, Brandon (Monet) Hickey of Imperial; and four beautiful great-grandchildren; beloved sister of Patricia (Frank) Shea of Connecticut, and Lorraine (William) Moore of New York; and was truly loved by many nieces and nephews. At the age of 47, Betty chose to go back to school to be a Nurse and in 1986 she graduated at the top of her class at Ohio Valley Hospital Nursing School. Betty loved her profession as a Nurse, always showing compassion for all of her patients. After having survived a major stroke in 1999, Betty did not stop from enjoying life to the fullest. She volunteered at Ohio Valley Hospital, was an avid reader and she loved swimming and soaking in the sun. Betty traveled to many places in the world both with friends and family. She was a bright light and inspiration to all that had the privilege of knowing and loving her. The family is requesting that all wear bright colors, as that is how we would like Betty remembered. She will be missed by all that knew her. Family we be receiving friends at THOMAS - LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 5000 Noblestown Rd., Oakdale, PA on Saturday, August 4, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with a Blessing following the viewing. Please sign the guestbook at: thomas-littlefuneralservice.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BASSO GIANFRANCO "JOHN", SR. ...
BASSO GIANFRANCO "JOHN", SR. Age 78, of Indiana Twp., passed away peacefully at Family Hospice in Lawrenceville on Thursday, August 2, 2018, John was the beloved husband of Sandra (Miller) Basso; father of John Basso Jr., Carla Gill, Lorraine Fritz (Butch); son of the late Antonio and Maria Basso; brother of Gabriella Offutt (Robert), George Basso (Pat), Dario Basso (Janet), and the late Mario Basso; grandfather of Dale, Sandra, Denim, Autumn, Summer and Maria; great-grandfather of Logan and DJ; also survived by seven nieces and nephews. John was born on January 24, 1940 in Asiago, Italy, and came to the United States at the age of 15. He retired at the age of 60 after 44 years of service at Glenshaw Glass Company. Celebrate John's life with his family on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd., at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Glenshaw on Monday at 10 a.m. Leave condolences at permanfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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POLEN RAMONA CRISPINA (MARAMBA...
POLEN RAMONA CRISPINA (MARAMBA) Age 72, of Murrysville passed away on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. Wife of the late James Peter Polen; daughter of the late Helen and Jan Maramba; and sister of the late Daniel Maramba. Ramona is survived by a daughter, Rachelle McMaster; son-in-law Jamie McMaster; and grandchildren, Madison, Daniel, and Mia of Murrysville. She is also survived by a sister, Doreen Kruth; brother-in-law, Robert Kruth and nieces Candice, Nicole and Angelica, as well as numerous cousins. Ramona was a graduate of Munhall High School and was employed as an administrative assistant at Mesta Machine Company and Federal Pacific Electric. Together with her husband, she served in the Coast Guard Auxiliary and Small Aircraft Association. She received an Associate Degree in Performing Arts from CCAC and went on to perform at Sherwood Forest Summer Theater. She took psychology classes at the University of Pittsburgh and watercolor classes at Oxford University. Ramona was a member of the Watercolor Society of Pittsburgh where she served as Awards Chair. She received many Judges Awards and Best of Show for her brilliant watercolor flowers. Her achievements culminated in a one-woman-show at the Monroeville Library. Throughout her life, Ramona pursued her passion for travel, sunshine and giving back to her community through volunteering with the Murrysville Women's Club and the Ministry of Consolation at the Mother of Sorrows Parish. She was devoted to her daughter and grandchildren and she was beloved by her family and many dear friends. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Saturday and 1-3 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the HART FUNERAL HOME INC., Murrysville. Additional visitation 9-9:45 a.m. Monday at the Mother of Sorrows Church, Murrysville with a funeral mass at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in the Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Children's Pittsburgh Hospital Foundation at 4401 Penn Ave, Central Plant 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Please state gift in memory of Ramona Polen for Pediatrics Cancer Research. hartfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LONG MARION E. AGE 85, DIED AU...
LONG MARION E. Age 85, died August 2, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Steve and Mary (Bortak) Estochin. She was the beloved wife of the late James E. Long, whom she is now reunited with in Heaven. Marion is survived by her daughter, Darlene (Mark) Rider of West Mifflin; grandsons, Justin (Kathleen) Vitullo of Bethel Park and Jacob Vitullo of West Mifflin; sister, Wilma Traud of FL; brothers, Steve "Sonny" Estochin of McKeesport and Albert Estochin of McKeesport; sister-in-law, Mary Ann Mularski; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sisters, Mildred Franz, Anna Mae Rodgers and Dolores Magyar; and brother, William Estochin. Marion resided at Juniper Village of Forest Hills, where she made many friends and memories and was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish. Friends received WOJCIECHOWSKI FUNERAL HOME, Glassport Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held Monday 10:00 a.m. at Queen of the Rosary Parish with Father Miroslaus Wojcicki. Interment following New St. Joseph Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BAKER CHARLOTTE (HAASE) OF WES...
BAKER CHARLOTTE (HAASE) Of Westland, MI, passed on July 26, 2018. Graveside Service Saturday, August 4, 2018 - 11:00 a.m. at Evergreen Cemetery, 65 Martin Luther King Avenue, Morristown, New Jersey. Send condolences to: www.perryfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HILL GERALDINE OF PITTSBURGH, ...
HILL GERALDINE Of Pittsburgh, all services are at St. Paul AME, 400 Orchard Place. Visitation Friday, August 3, 2018 6-8 p.m. Services Saturday 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZAGGER MICHAEL F. ON TUESDAY, ...
ZAGGER MICHAEL F. On Tuesday, July 31, 2018, age 62, of Shaler Twp. Loving Husband of 13 years to Paula "Tarasi" Zagger; proud father of Delaney Marie Zagger; also survived by sisters, nieces and nephews. No visitation, a celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Mike was a veteran having served in the Army as a Ranger and a retired Pittsburgh Police Officer. In lieu of flowers, family requests memorials to his daughter Delaney's College Fund. Arrangements by HAHN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROSATO NICHOLAS, JR. UNEXPECTE...
ROSATO NICHOLAS, JR. Unexpectedly, on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, age 33, of Forest Hills. Beloved husband of Sarah Rosato and amazing father of Isabella and Nicholas III; son of Elaine and Nicholas Rosato, Sr. of Wilkins Twp.; oldest of four brothers: Marc (Megan), Bryan, and Francesco; proud uncle of Valentino and Meadow; grandson of Pauline Bellisario and the late Richard Bellisario, and Francesco Rosato and the late Gloria Rosato. Also survived by his parents-in-law, James and Nancy Kneff of Wexford; and brothers-in-law, James (Bethany) and Michael Kneff; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Nick was an extremely hard worker, caring and loving father, and amazing husband. He enjoyed spending time with his kids, playing paintball, and watching superhero videos. Friends received at WOLFE MEMORIAL, LLC, 3604 Greensburg Pike, Forest Hills PA 15221, on Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Paul Cathedral, 108 N. Dithridge St., Pgh., PA 15213, on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Entombment in Calvary Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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