WEAVER AUDREY ELAINE Age 78, of Homestead, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. She leaves to cherish her memory children, Terry Weaver, George Weaver, Dwayne Weaver, Pamela Murchison, Bruce Weaver; 21 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; siblings, Arbie Bankston, Jr., Theresa Krista. Visitation 2 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the TUNIE FUNERAL HOME, 218 E. 11th Ave., Homestead. Funeral services on Monday, 11 a.m. at Second Baptist Church, 108 W. 12th Ave., Homestead. Interment at Monongahela Cemetery, North Braddock. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HOWARD WILLIAM "BILL" HARRY BO...
HOWARD WILLIAM "BILL" HARRY Born on April 8, 1929 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Mary Elizabeth Wagner Howard and the late William Edward Howard, passed away at age 89 on November 7, 2018 in Austin, Texas. From 1945 to 1949, he served in the Marine Corps. He was a business partner of Store Door Distributors in Pittsburgh prior to moving to Texas. Bill was the loving husband of Mary Marcile "Cile" Howard; he was preceded in death by his son, Robert "Bob" Howard; and sister, Mary Lou Howard; Bill is survived by Cile; his daughter, Susan Howard; and grandchildren, Emily Jean Howard and Joseph Robert Howard. Bill never met a stranger. His sense of humor and gift of gab made him a natural salesman. He loved getting together with his friends for breakfast and coffee. Bill enjoyed flying, teaching others how to fly, and reminiscing about his stunt flying days. He was loved and will be greatly missed. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LINDSTROM JACQUELINE N. "JACKI...
LINDSTROM JACQUELINE N. "JACKIE" (BECKER) Formerly of Bethel Park, age 87, peacefully passed away on Friday, November 09, 2018. Wife of the late Charles B.; loving mother of K.C. Lindstrom, Scott T. (Shelba) Lindstrom, Jerri (Paul) Jones, and Chris (Sandra CrowleyLindstrom) Lindstrom; cherished grandmother of Maggie Watkins, Mike Lindstrom, Emily Neligh, Jennifer White, Jillian Blevins, Darrell Jones, Nikki Jones, and Alexander Jones; great-grandmother of Alex Watkins, Gracie Watkins, Addison Neligh, Kaley White, Peyton White, Danielle (Elle) White, Asher Rothharpt, and Chase Rothharpt. Jackie was a talented artist, writer, activist, fantastic cook, and a generous person. The family would like to thank the staff of Kane Glen Hazel Nursing Home and Life Pittsburgh for their special care. Family and friends will be received Saturday, 3-4 p.m. at PAUL HENNEY CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park where a funeral service will be held Saturday, 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations in her memory to Pittsburgh Mercy, pittsburghmercy.org. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LIBERATI MARGARET "MAGGIE" L. ...
LIBERATI MARGARET "MAGGIE" L. (TARASI) Age 75, of Harmar Township, passed away Friday morning, November 9, 2018, with her family by her side. Maggie was loved by many, and her family meant everything to her. She will be especially missed by her husband of 53 years, Daniel Liberati; devoted mother of Daniel and his wife, Carin, of Cheswick, Nicholas and his wife, Lynn, of Ada, Michigan; grandmother of Miles, Mario, Roman, and Simone Liberati; dear sister of Barbara (late Don) Kiser of Harwick, Sara (late Michael) Liberati of Harmar Twp., Peter (Ann) Tarasi of Plum, and Mary Ann (John) Burns of Springdale Twp.; Maggie was preceded in death by her father and mother, Peter and Catherine (Merzlak) Tarasi. She was a member of St. Pio Parish (St. Francis) Harmarville. In her early years, she prepared Italian dishes for many catering events and a restaurant. She loved to be in the kitchen cooking culinary masterpieces for her family. Her favorite reunion of family and friends was hosting Christmas Eve for over 45 years. Friends and family will be received at BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont Saturday from 6-8 and Sunday 2-4, 6-8. Mass of Christian burial Monday November 12, 2018, 10 a.m., St. Pio Catholic Church, Harmarville. Interment will follow in Deer Creek Cemetery, Harmar Twp. Family encourages memorial donations in lieu of flowers, in Maggie's memory, to eyesight.org/ Donations/donations.html Macular Degeneration Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 531313, Henderson, NV 89053 Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PASTOREK CLARE EILEEN AGE 94, ...
PASTOREK CLARE EILEEN Age 94, on Thursday, November 8, 2018, of Providence Point, formerly of Whitehall. Beloved wife of the late John G. Pastorek; loving mother of Mary Ellen Pastorek, Kathryn (Peter) Paladino and Theresa Pastorek; devoted grandmother of Peter John Paladino, Andrew James Paladino, Nicole (Cody) Black and Anthony Joseph Paladino; daughter of the late Neal and Lottie James. Eileen was predeceased by her eight brothers and sisters. She was a retired Executive Secretary in the Baldwin-Whitehall School District. Eileen's family would like to thank the loving and dedicated staff of Providence Point Personal Care Facility, and the Three Rivers Hospice caregivers Ann, Dee, Jen and Jen. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227 on Sunday, November 11, 2018 from 2-6 p.m. Funeral prayer on Monday morning at 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Louise de Marillac Church at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Three Rivers Hospice, 1195 Jacks Run Road, N. Versailles, PA 15137. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHUPINKA GRANT MICHAEL AGE 26,...
CHUPINKA GRANT MICHAEL Age 26, of N. Strabane, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Thursday November 8, 2018. Cherished son of Stephen and Kim; beloved brother of Brett (Audri), Tyler (Steph) and Colin (Lexie Luba); dear grandson of Eileen (late Ken) Flodine and the late Steve (Helen) Chupinka; nephew of Sandi (Jim) Babbie, Steph (late Larry) Oleksa, Ken, Keith and Kurt Flodine; also cousins. Grant was an avid Penguins and WWE fan. He was the asst. manager for Atria's Restaurant. He had a wicked sense of humor. Grant showed us how to live life to the fullest even when times were tough, even a brief encounter with Grant had a lasting impact on everyone. Grants family would like to thank Dr. Ohr, Becky and the staff at Hillman; Miranda and the Angels of Vitas. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER'S. Family and friends welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray (724) 941-3211 on Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Monday 10 a.m. Entombment Woodruff Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the family to establish the Grant Chupinka Health Care Advocacy Foundation. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVISON NORMAN L. AGE 82. NOVE...
DAVISON NORMAN L. Age 82. November 13, 1935 - November 7, 2018. Norman was born and raised in Waynesburg, PA. After living in New York for many years, he returned to Pennsylvania for retirement. Norman departed this earth November 7 at Washington Hospital. Visitation 5-8 p.m. Sunday, November 11. Service 11 a.m. Monday, November 12. Visitation and service at BEINHAUER-FRYER FUNERAL HOME, 430 Washington Ave. Bridgeville, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KIDO DOLORES M. (SURMA) AGE 94...
KIDO DOLORES M. (SURMA) Age 94, of Lower Burrell, formerly of Arnold, on November 9, 2018. Wife of the late John Kido Sr.; beloved Mother of John Jr., Michael and Robert (Christine) Kido and Mary Leezer; grandmother of: Noah, Craig, Robert (Ashley), Matthew (Jess), Erin (Ryan) and Justine and the late Todd,; great-grandmother of Tyler, Hailey and Kyle, sister of Margaret (Martin) Simon and the late Leonard and William Surma. Friends received Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. RUSIEWICZ FUNERAL HOME, 3124 Leechburg Road, Lower Burrell. Funeral Mass Thursday at Noon at St. Margaret Mary Church, Lower Burrell. www.RusiewiczFH.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH LLOYD D. "SCOOTER" ON WE...
SMITH LLOYD D. "SCOOTER" On Wednesday, November 7, 2018, age 71, of Forest Hills, PA. Husband of Linda C. Smith; father of Omar McCray, Idris Shabazz, Africa SmithStewart, Asia Shabazz, Lufituaeb McCray, and the late Tuaine Hammond; also survived by grandchildren; other family members and friends. Visitation Monday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on November 12, 2018 at WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC., 808 Talbot Ave., Braddock, PA 15104 (412) 271-3880. Funeral service Tuesday 11 a.m. on November 13, 2018 at Living Water Ministry, 736 Washington Ave., Braddock, PA 15104. Interment Restland Memorial Park Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DRAMBLE DAVID F. ON MONDAY, NO...
DRAMBLE DAVID F. On Monday, November 5, 2018, David F. Dramble, age 59, lifelong resident of Bellevue, son of the late Blair and Shirley Dramble. Beloved father of Danielle (Shawn) McCommon and Jessica Dramble; grandfather of Dylan McCommon; brother of Donna Veiock, Sharon Jones and Connie Dramble; also survived by his beloved dog "BooBoo." Dave loved cars, bikes, anything on wheels, and could always be found tinkering with one of them. He strongly believed in being an honest, hardworking man, and was always selflessly lending a helping hand to anyone in need. There will be no visitation, interment will be private. Arrangements by LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Bellevue. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALSH CATHERINE M. "CATHY" PAS...
WALSH CATHERINE M. "CATHY" Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, November 9, 2018. Cathy was born in Youngstown, OH on November 21, 1930, the daughter of Joseph and Anna Clemente. She was a 1949 graduate of South High School in Youngstown. Upon graduating, she was employed as a bookkeeper at Mahoning National Bank. It was there that she met and fell in love with her future husband, Rev. Mr. John Walsh. Cathy and John were married on November 9, 1957, and they spent 44 wonderful years together until John's passing in 2001. Their marriage was blessed with two children, Maribeth and J.J., who survive her. A devout Catholic, Cathy was very active in her church, including the Altar Guild's of Holy Family in Poland, OH and St. Louise de Marillac in Upper St. Clair, among others. She prayed the Rosary daily and found great comfort and strength in her faith. A talented artist and maker of various crafts, Cathy was skilled in oil and water color painting, as well as ceramics, knitting and crocheting. She loved making creations for her family and friends as gifts. Cathy was also well known for her incredible culinary skills, ranging from her homemade pastas and sauces to her baked goods, especially her large variety of Christmas cookies, which she made yearly for over 60 years. She was preceded in death by her husband and her parents, as well as a sister, Teresa Colista and a brother, Virgo Clemente. She is survived by her daughter, Maribeth McLaughlin (Mark); a son, J.J. Walsh, Jr. (Teresa); two nieces, Maria Constantino and Loriann Kopp; and two nephews, Sean and Kevin Walsh; additionally, Cathy is survived by her four grandchildren, whom she loved dearly, Patrick, Kaitlyn and Connor McLaughlin, and J.J. Walsh, III. Friends will be received from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, November 12, 2018 at the BOYLAN-GLENNKILDOO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 130 Wisconsin Ave., Cranberry Twp., PA 16066. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at St. Ferdinand's Catholic Church, 2535 Rochester Rd, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066, with Rev. Fr. John Gallagher, celebrant. Cathy will be laid to rest at Holy Savior Cemetery in Pine-Richland Twp. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to St. Ferdinand's Catholic Church or to Magee Womens Hospital Patient Care Fund, 300 Halket St., Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at boylanfuneralservices.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMPSON ALFRED EDWARD Alfred Thompson, 86, of Upper St. Clair, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 9, 2018. Beloved husband of Bonnie Thompson, recently celebrating their 63rd wedding anniversary. Loving father of Bob (Pam), Bill (Karen), Tom (Louise) and Sheryl (Randy) Langlois; loving grandfather of Lindsay (Mike) Joyce, Jenny (Andrew) Givens, Jamie (John) Roberts, Todd, Katie, Paige, Erin Thompson and Maddie, Jake and Mackenzie Langlois; proud great-grandfather of Tripp, Liam, Lizzy, Nolan and Lucy. Born in Oak Park, Illinois, Al graduated from the University of Illinois in 1954 with a Bachelors in Chemical Engineering and obtained a Master's degree in International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh in 1986. He enjoyed a successful career at PPG Industries spanning over 33 years. Upon retirement, he was Chairman of the SCORE chapter of Pittsburgh, helping entrepreneurs grow their business. Al thoroughly enjoyed golfing with his family, and celebrated his 70th birthday with a hole in one. Al will most be remembered for his strong faith and his love for family. He was an active member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, PA since moving to Pittsburgh in 1969. He held positions of Elder and Deacon and volunteered as receptionist for many years. But most of all, he was a loving husband, dad, and grandpa who will be missed by all. Al was preceded in death by his dear granddaughter Bonnie Thompson. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kindred Hospice, 190 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205 or Foundation at Friendship Village, Benevolent Care, 1290 Boyce Road, Upper St. Clair, PA 15241. Viewing will be held on Monday, November 12, 2018, 4-7 p.m. A service will be held for family and friends at Westminster Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, 724-941-3211. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ELLENBOGEN MARJORY (MARGIE) AG...
ELLENBOGEN MARJORY (MARGIE) Age 88, of Pittsburgh and Highland Beach, FL, on Wednesday, November 7, 2018, peacefully with her family by her side. Survived by her daughters, Joan (George Handelsman), Lynn (Steve Safran), Nancy (Mitchell Feldman); and her grandchildren, Shellie Handelsman, Nicole and Tom Safran, and Zach (Natalie), Tyler and Lexi Feldman. Preceded in death by her husband, Alexander (Alex); their son, Tom; her brother, David Blons; her sister-in-law, Liesl Blockstein; brother-in-law, Bill Blockstein; and her parents, Agatha and Maurice J Blons. Margie earned her Bachelor of Arts degree, attending the University of Chicago during what would have been her junior and senior years of high school, and then finishing her degree at Roosevelt College (now University). She earned her Masters of Education degree at the University of Pittsburgh. Raising her children was her passion and family was her first priority, but her grandchildren were her true pride and joy. Although she never really enjoyed cooking, family dinners were always lively and interesting, and no meal was complete without dessert. She made wonderful picnic feasts for frequent days of hiking in many of the local parks. Margie also taught elementary school for many years after her children were in school. She loved listening to music, especially when her husband, Alex, was singing. And she enjoyed hiking, swimming, tennis, golf, jigsaw puzzles and traveling. Margie was an avid reader, belonging to several book clubs, including the Brandeis book club in Boca Raton. Margie was passionate about her beliefs and worked tirelessly for better education, anti-smoking laws, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving. She also volunteered at St Clair Hospital, the Boca Raton Hospital and for the Palm Beach County Court system, providing oversight of court-appointed guardians for the incapacitated. She was always ready to help someone in need and expected nothing in return. The family is forever grateful for the exceptional kindness, compassion and care provided by AHAVA Memory Care, an assisted living facility run by the Jewish Association on Aging. Interment is private. Arrangements entrusted to BEINHAUER FAMILY SERVICES where online condolences may be sent to her family at www.beinhauer.com. Contributions may be made in Margie's memory to Jewish Association on Aging (designated for AHAVA) or a charity of the donor's choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HEBERT ELIZABETH ANN AGE 54, O...
HEBERT ELIZABETH ANN Age 54, of Brentwood, passed away on November 5, 2018. Born in Pittsburgh on April 16, 1964 beloved daughter to Elizabeth Jane Barkman Baker and the late William Baker. Loving wife to William Hebert; step-mother to John E. (Kara) Hebert and William "BJ" (Darlene) Hebert; caring sister to Valerie J Domville, William (Brigette) Baker, David Baker and Jennifer (Warner) Johnson; grandmother to Jack, Lilly, Margot, Madeline, Maci, Olivia, Liam, Ben and Abigale; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Friends will be received on Friday, November 16, 2018, from 2-8 p.m. at the CIESLAK & TATKO FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 2935 Brownsville Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15227. A Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Cieslak & Tatko Funeral Home. Interment will be held at National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALAHOUZOS GEORGE AGE 87, OF FR...
ALAHOUZOS GEORGE Age 87, of Frederick, Maryland, passed from this life on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. He was the husband of Pauline Alahouzos for 17 years. Born on January 17, 1931, in Kalymnos Greece, he was the son of the late John and Katina Alahouzos. Brother of the late Emanuel (Androniki). He attended Clairton High School. He retired from the Clairton Mill Works United States Steel Corporation. He was also the co-owner of Evergreen Landscaping from 1989-1999 in Rockville, MD. He was an active Member of the Masons Columbia Lodge 86 for many years. George loved sports, the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Pirates, and the Penguins were his favorite. Family was very important to him he always had a gleam in his eyes and smile on his face. In addition to his wife, Pauline Alahouzos, he is survived by daughters, Katina Tanner and Leona Thompson (Marty); a son, John Alahouzos (Eve); stepdaughters, Deborah Jesko (Kim), Patrica Pishko (Victor), Paula Robatin (Scott); brothers, Michael (Carol), William and John (Diane); he is also survived by six grandchildren, Bradley (Heather), Rikki, James, John, Alexander, Alexa; three stepgrandchildren, Phillip (Melanie), Sarah and Mackenzie; 11 greatgrandchildren; many nieces and nephews; former spouse, Barbara Alahouzos. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, November 16, 2018 at STAUFFER FUNERAL HOME, 1621 Opossumtown Pike in Frederick, MD. A Masonic Service and Celebration of George's Life Journey will begin at 6 p.m Memorial donations may be made to Sts. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church, 920 West 7th Street, Frederick, MD 21701. Expressions of sympathy may be offered to the family at StaufferFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STONE HARVEY WAYNE AGE 89, OF ...
STONE HARVEY WAYNE Age 89, of Aleppo Township, formerly of Moon Township, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 8, 2018 at the Masonic Village at Sewickley, joining his beloved wife Eileen in heaven. Harvey was born July 28, 1929 in the family home in Coraopolis, PA to the late Philip Henry Charles Stone and Harriet (Foukes) Stone. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Harvey retired from the U.S. Postal Service where he was employed as a rural letter carrier for 31 years. After retiring, he served for several years as a union steward. Harvey was a tireless volunteer to many organizations through the years. He was a Past Master of the Masonic Coraopolis Lodge #674, receiving his 50-year pin and held the position of Secretary for many of those years. He served as Secretary/Treasurer of the Rural Letter Carriers Association. He was involved for many years with the Moon Area AARP Chapter, including serving as the President. Harvey will always be remembered for his charity, his good and loving heart, and for his love of conversation. He was a loving and dedicated family man who cared for his beloved late wife Eileen during her illness. He will be greatly missed by so many family and friends. Harvey was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Eileen Stone; sister, Martha Besong; and brothers, William H. Stone and Harry Philip Stone. Harvey is survived by his children, Thomas (Kathryn) McCanna, Jacqueline (Robert) Cirka, Martha (Charles) Smith, and Kimberly (Jeffrey) Rabbitt; his nine grandchildren, Aimee (Shawn) Cochran, Christopher (Shannon) Rabbitt, Charmaine Smith, Brian (Kathi) Rabbitt, Bradley (Leslie) Smith, Jeffrey Rabbitt, Rachel (betrothed Joshua) Smith, Kaitlyn McCanna and Kelsie McCanna; and his eight greatgrandchildren, Lucas and Makenna, Jacob and Savannah, Lily, Kaylie, Kylie and Colton; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at RD COPELAND FUNERAL HOME, 981 Brodhead Rd., Moon Township, PA, with a Masonic Service to be conducted at 7:00 p.m. A service will be held at the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 15, 2018, Rev. Tim Reichard officiating, with interment immediately following at Coraopolis Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Judes Research Hospital, Shriners Hospital of Erie, Easter Seal Society of Western PA or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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McCORMICK SISTER HELENA (BRIGID HELENA McCORMICK) A Pittsburgh Sister of Mercy for 75 years, died at the Convent of Mercy on November 9, 2018. Born in Pittsburgh, PA. She was 91 years old. Daughter of Frank and Mary (Mullan) McCormick, Sister Helena entered the Sisters of Mercy from Annunciation Parish, Pittsburgh in 1943 and made final vows in 1949. Sister Helena earned a bachelor's degree from Mount Mercy College (now Carlow University) and a Master's in Education from Duquesne University. She taught at area Catholic schools including St. Paul Orphanage, St. Agatha, St. Xavier in Latrobe, St. Pius V, McKeesport, St. Paul Cathedral, St. Peter Northside and J.F. Kennedy in Washington, PA where she was administrator for 18 years. Nominated by her teaching staff and sponsored by KDKA Radio, Sister Helena was twice named "Woman of the Year." After her retirement from teaching, she volunteered at Mercy Hospital as a patient representative and in the gift shop. From 1999-2011, Sister Helena was administrative assistant at the Convent of Mercy. She was grateful for the gifts and talents God had given her to serve as an educator, and she considered her prayer life and community life as a Sister of Mercy to be the greatest sustaining gifts from God. Sister Helena was preceded in death by her parents; and her nine siblings, including Anna Mary McCormick, Grace Steck, Anna J. Schuler, Rose Cook, Theresa McCormick, Mary Kohl, Catherine McCormick, Marguerite Malone, and Frank McCormick. Friends will be received Monday, November 12th, from 4-8 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m., and Tuesday, November 13th, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Convent of Mercy, 3333 Fifth Avenue. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel at the Convent of Mercy, followed by interment in St. Xavier Cemetery, Latrobe. Arrangements entrusted to the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sisters of Mercy, 3333 Fifth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213 or Carlow University Scholarship Fund. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRANCIS EUGENE M. "CHUKIE" AGE...
FRANCIS EUGENE M. "CHUKIE" Age 81, of Shaler Twp., on Friday, November 9, 2018. Beloved husband for 59 years of Jean M. (Strahler) Francis; loving father of Karen (Larry) Cooper, Michael (Diane) Francis, and Steve (Lisa) Francis; dear grandfather of Merissa and Matthew Cooper and Logan and Connor Francis; brother of George (Carol), Jim (Andrea), Duker (Cathy), Bill, Donna Francis, and the late Kay Jean Francis. Gene was a US Army Airborne Veteran. Friends will be received on Monday from 3 to 8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Bonaventure Church, Glenshaw on Tuesday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to NHCO: 1975 Ferguson Rd., Allison Park, PA 15101. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NEUHAUSEN KAY CUSHING BORN ON ...
NEUHAUSEN KAY CUSHING Born on February 21, 1944 in Pittsburgh and died on November 9, 2018 in Pittsburgh. She was the daughter of the late George Byron Cushing and Margaret Smith Cushing. She grew up in Oak Hill Farms, Allison Park and attended Hampton Township schools, and later graduated from Our Lady of Mercy Academy in 1961. She attended and graduated on the Dean's List from Lindenwood College in St. Charles, Missouri in 1965 with a double major in English and Broadcasting. While at Lindenwood, Kay was the president of her sorority and general manager of the college radio station, KCLC. Following graduation, she held several positions with Gimbel's Department Store, KQV Radio, Civic Light Opera Association and was the General Manager of the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. In 1978, she joined MacLeod and Grove as an account supervisor in the public relations division where she soon was promoted several times and would become a Senior Vice President and Group Manager servicing such national accounts as Gulf Oil, Brown and Williamson Tobacco, American Iron and Steel Institute, Heinz USA, Digital Equipment and Bell Atlantic, all while managing award winning groups of people. Kay was the recipient of many public relations and marketing trade awards, and was named Woman of the Year in Business and Industry by the YWCA of Pittsburgh. She was president of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Public Relations Society and was listed in many volumes of "Who's Who." In 1981, she married her long-time love, Kenneth Neuhausen. They lived in Shadyside for many years and were involved in a number of social activities. They traveled frequently in the United States, Canada and Europe, and had a wonderfully happy marriage for 23 years until Kenneth died in 2004. Mrs. Neuhausen also served on a number of boards including Pittsburgh Public Theater, Winchester Thurston, Carnegie Music Hall and Gateway to the Arts. In 1993, Mrs. Neuhausen left Ketchum Public Relations, received her real estate license and began a second career as a real estate agent for the next ten years with Coldwell Banker, eventually retiring in 2002. She was a member of the Twentieth Century Club, Sacred Heart Parish, the Orchid Society of Western Pennsylvania and Questers. At the time of her death, Mrs. Neuhausen lived in Point Breeze with her cat and enjoyed walking in Frick Park, cooking, antiquing, traveling and enjoying the company of her many friends, plus attending Bible study classes at Sacred Heart Parish. She is survived by her niece, Elizabeth Preston Mullaugh of Harrisburg, PA. There will be no visitation. Funeral Monday, Mass of Christian Burial Sacred Heart Church 10:00 a.m. Everyone please gather at church. Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BAILE LOIS JANE "SPARKY" AGE 8...
BAILE LOIS JANE "SPARKY" Age 88, of Moon Township, died Friday, November 9, 2018. Daughter of the late Emil and Alice (Cuthbert) Rabold; former wife of Al W. Cleis and the late Charles M. Baile; cherished mom of Ray (Terri), Gary (Anna Marie) and Bonnie (Thomas) Copeland; precious grandma to Val, Garrett and Taylor Troy; loving nana to Michael, Gary Lee, John, Bill and Christy Cleis (Joseph) Rapoza; greatgrandma "Bubba" to Hailey, Hunter, Payton and Annie; forever friend of Alice "Honeybee" Wagner and a host of other wonderful friends. Friends received from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Monday, at COPELAND'S Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. Services will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 987 Beaver Grade Rd., Moon, with Pastor Larry F. Mort officiating. Interment Allegheny Memorial Park, Allison Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Andrew Lutheran Church and Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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