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LEFKOWITZ FRANCINE K . WHEN ...

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LEFKOWITZ FRANCINE K . When it was said, “God couldn't be everywhere so he created mothers,” they were thinking of Fran. On Friday, February 1, 2019, she passed comfortably after a brief illness. Survived by her husband of 63 years, Alan Z. Lefkowitz of Pittsburgh, PA; three adoring children, Curtis R. (Kelly) Lefkowitz of Los Angeles, CA, Gail A. Lefkowitz of Pittsburgh, PA, and David E. Lefkowitz of Los Angeles, CA; and her brother, R. Edward Kaplan (Audrey) of Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Family was everything to her. Her nephews, Michael D. Kaplan (Elle) of Denville, NJ and Kenneth A. Kaplan (Ellen), called her Aunt Frankie, but you didn't need to be her relative to call her that. Many of her children's childhood friends remained in her life until the last. She also “adopted” a couple of surrogate grandchildren along the way to add to the three grandchildren who carry her last name, Sidoine P. Tournissac-Lefkowitz, Maylis L. Tournissac-Lefkowitz, and Rebecca R. Lefkowitz. Burial and interment are private. A memorial service will be held at Rodef Shalom Temple, 4905 Fifth Avenue (at Morewood), on Sunday, February 3, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., reception to follow, all are welcome. Shiva Monday, February 4, 2019, and Tuesday, February 5, 2019, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Temple. Contributions in Fran's name may be made to the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children, 201 N. Belle?eld Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, or to Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

O'CALLAGHAN SISTER ELENITA (HE...

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O'CALLAGHAN SISTER ELENITA (HELEN O'CALLAGHAN) A Pittsburgh Sister of Mercy for 74 years, died at the Convent of Mercy on February 1, 2019. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, she was 97 years old. Daughter of Richard D. and Hannah (White) Nolan, Sister Elenita entered the Sisters of Mercy from St. Agnes Parish in Pittsburgh in 1945 and made ?nal vows in 1950.   She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Mount Mercy College (now Carlow University) and spent 25 years teaching in Catholic schools in the Dioceses of Pittsburgh, Greensburg and San Juan Puerto Rico. Locally she taught at St. Xavier, Latrobe, St. Peter, McKeesport, St. Paul Cathedral, St. Colman and St. Maurice. From 1971, Sister Elenita served the Pittsburgh regional community as secretary in the administrative council of?ces until 1984. From 1984 to 1991, Sister Elenita was manager of Mercy House, the housing for family of critically ill, out of town patients at Mercy Hospital. After retiring from that position, sister began her work in the academic affairs of?ce of Carlow College. She spent more than 10 years in a support role for that of?ce in addition to maintaining all the records of the Sisters of Mercy in Pittsburgh. Sister Elenita used her gift of organization in service to others. Usually quiet and serious, her sense of humor shone through at the most unexpected times when she saw the incongruity of a situation.   Sister Elenita was preceded in death by her parents; and stepmother, Ellen Noey Holleran O'Callaghan; and also by her brothers, John B. and Thomas R. Holleran, George T. O'Callaghan, Richard (Bud); and sisters, Hannah Therese Edlis, Mary Louise Weber and Rose Molnar. Sister Elenita is survived by a sister, Catherine O'Callaghan of Houston, TX. Additionally, numerous nieces and nephews survive. Friends will be received Sunday, February 3, 2019, from 2-7 p.m. and Monday, February 4, 2019, from 9-10:45 a.m. at the Convent of Mercy, 3333 Fifth Avenue. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday at 11 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. In lieu of ?owers, donations may be made to the Sisters of Mercy, 3333 Fifth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213 or Carlow University Endowed Scholarship Fund. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MEISTER WINTON P. AGE 96, ...

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MEISTER WINTON P. Age 96, of Sherwood Oaks, formerly of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 29, 2019. Loving husband of 48 years to Dorothy Hinkel Meister and the late Dorothy Jean (Brown) Meister; devoted father of David Meister (Janet), Ron Meister, Bobbi Povirk Darr (Gary), Gary Povirk (Lisa) and the late Lawrence P. Meister (surviving wife, Patty) and Rebecca Ann (Meister) Muckinhaupt; also surviving are four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brother of Ralph Meister and Dr. Donald Meister (Pat). There will be no visitation. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, February 9, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Sherwood Oaks, Norman Drive, Cranberry Township, PA 16066. Family suggests memorial contributions to be made to the Sherwood Oaks Scholarship Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC. Condolences may be shared at brandtfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

BIRES SISTER M. GEORGINE A S...

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BIRES SISTER M. GEORGINE A Sister of Charity of Nazareth, was called to her heavenly home on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at the age of 93 and in the 75th year of her religious life. Sister entered the Congregation of the Vincentian Sisters of Charity from St. Joseph Parish in West Aliquippa, PA in 1944. She received her B.Ed. and M.Ed. degrees from Duquesne University and served the Church as an elementary teacher for 28 years in the Dioceses of Pittsburgh and Greensburg, PA, and Spring?eld-Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Sister Georgine always had a great love for little children and this love was expressed by her ministry in the Head Start Program and the Vincentian Child Care Center where she was a teacher for ?ve years and the Director for 25 years. Because of health reasons she retired in 2008. Known for her gentle manner and warm smile, it was easy to see how she readily connected with both the children and their parents. Sister Georgine was preceded in death by her parents, George and Anna Bires; her sister, Elizabeth; and brothers, Stephen, George and James. She is survived by her sisters- in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and her Sisters in Community. Friends will be received at St. Louise Convent, 8200 McKnight Road, Pittsburgh, PA on Tuesday, February 5 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, February 6 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be offered in the convent chapel on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. followed by interment in the Sisters' cemetery on the convent grounds. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.  Amen. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

LEMON-MURRAY DIETTA AGE 64, ...

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LEMON-MURRAY DIETTA Age 64, quietly, on Jauary 30, 2019, at her residence. Retired Transportation Specialist with the VA Hospital for 35 years. Beloved mother of Raymond Lemon; Sister of Patric Margaretta Lemon- Adams, Dorretta Lemon- Fallen, Drew D. Lemon; nine grandchildren; one great- grandchild, and a host of relatives. Friends may call Tuesday February 5, 2019, 4-8 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 800 Center St. at South Ave., Wilkinsburg 15221. Funeral Ceremony Wednesday 11 a.m. at Petra International Ministries, East Gate Dr. Burial Restland Memorial Park. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SABAT ROSEMARY A. (STANGL) AGE...

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SABAT ROSEMARY A. (STANGL) Age 74, of South Park, formerly of Oakmont, PA, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at Jefferson Memorial Hospital. She was born January 30, 1944, in Oakmont, PA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Rose (Mikos) Stangl; husband, Peter Ludwig in 2016; and brother, Alfred Stangl. She is survived by son, Peter Frank, wife, Stacey (Valalik); brother, John (Patti) Stangl of Greensburg; and nephew, Jason Stangl; and niece, Alyssa (Dan) Cuomo. She was a graduate of Duquesne University with Master Degrees in both Sociology and Education. Prior to retirement she taught at St. Irenaeus Catholic School in Oakmont, PA and also at Nativity Catholic School in South Park, PA as third grade teacher and Co-Principal. Services entrusted to the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC ., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, 15236. A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Tuesday, 10 a.m., February 5, 2019, at Nativity Church, 5811 Curry Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Interment will follow in the Jefferson Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

WISSNER ROBERT J. AGE 74, ...

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WISSNER ROBERT J. Age 74, of West View, passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a lengthy illness on Thursday, January 31, 2019. Beloved husband, of nearly 49 years on Valentine's Day, of Elizabeth "Betty-Jo" (Jack); loving father of Roberta J. Kunkel (John), Rebecca J. Born (David), Brian J. (Chanel), Bonnie J. Vatovec (Ryan), Sarabeth "Beth" Scheller (Joseph Pritchard), and Bradley J. (Robert Gomez); proud grandfather of 11; brother of Howard Wissner, Christine Bennett, and Diane Firko; son of the late Howard and Victoria (Stazer) Wissner; also survived by loving relatives and friends. Always warming the room with his smile and good nature, Bob reveled in the simple pleasures of good food, a quick step polka, and celebrating his children's and grandchildren's ethnic performances. Friends will be received on Monday from 2-8 p.m., at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC ., 806 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp. Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Teresa of Avila Church on Tuesday 10 a.m. Bob proudly served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam Era. After being honorably discharged, he enjoyed a 43 year career with the United States Postal Service. In lieu of ?owers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

YESKO MARY PATRICIA "PAT" (SLA...

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YESKO MARY PATRICIA "PAT" (SLATTERY) Age 85, on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 of Orlando, FL, longtime resident of Swissvale. Beloved wife of 54 years to the late Frank V. Yesko; loving mother of Rev. Dr. Frank M. Yesko, Lori Whited and her husband, Thomas Scott and the late Major Gregory M. Yesko; dear Mimi of Andrew, Grant, Francine, Nate and Mary; sister of Geraldine C. Slattery and the late Barbara O'Connor and Michael Slattery; also loving nieces and nephews. Pat was a RN and a school nurse for many years with Woodland Hills School District and a graduate of California State University of Pennsylvania. Pat was proud of her Irish heritage and loved Notre Dame football and cherished her many wonderful friends. Friends received Wednesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME INC ., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Church service, Thursday, 11 a.m., in St. James Episcopal Church, Frankstown Ave., Penn Hills. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

OREFICE PAUL A. AGE 84, OF...

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OREFICE PAUL A. Age 84, of Bethel Park, formerly Baldwin, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Feb. 1, 2019. Beloved husband of Eileen S. Ore?ce; father of Suzanne (Brian) Pfeiffer and Thomas P. (Susan) Ore?ce; grandfather of Andrew (Carmen) Pfeiffer, Rachel Pfeiffer, Sarah (Stephen) Trevorrow, and Alexander T. Ore?ce; brother of Lois Lehrman. Preceded in death by parents, Arden D. L. and Helga A. Ore?ce; and siblings, Thomas D. Ore?ce, Irene Vecchio, and Lorraine Silvester. Paul was a lifelong Sunday School teacher. He was recently a member at John C. McMillan Presbyterian Church where he served as a Deacon. Among his hobbies, Paul loved playing his trombone. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A Blessing Service will be held Wednesday, Feb. 6, at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

ONDOF ROBERT J. ON WEDNESDAY...

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ONDOF ROBERT J. On Wednesday, January 30, 2019. Husband of the late Dolores Ondof; beloved father of Anthony (Jean) Ondof; also nieces and nephews. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC, 4730 Friendship Ave. Funeral on Thursday at 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Maria Goretti Parish St. Joseph Church 10 a.m. Mr. Ondof was Past Master Mason of the Corinthian Lodge. In lieu of ?owers, contributions may be made to the Shriner's Hospital. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

WILSON MARJORIE A. "MARGIE" AG...

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WILSON MARJORIE A. "MARGIE" Age 85, of Bethel Park, on Friday, February 1, 2019. Beloved wife for 48 years of the late Robert S. Wilson, her high school sweetheart; loving mother of Sharon Henry, David C. Wilson and Amy Burner; cherished grandmother of Christopher James Burner, and Jessica, Phillip and Alex Henry. Margie graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School in 1952. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and she was truly devoted to her Christian faith, instilling a belief in each of her family members that will remain with them forever. Margie touched many people's lives and had a positive affect on everyone which continued in her last few years with the residents and staff at Asbury Heights. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Rd., Mt. Lebanon Tuesday from 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m. Interment to follow in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

BEAN PATRICIA ANN AGE 73, ...

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BEAN PATRICIA ANN Age 73, of Greentree, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 1, 2019. Beloved sister of Margaret (late Bob) Merkel, Blair "Bud" (late Joanne) Bean, Jr., and Thomas Bean of Cape Coral, FL; loving aunt of nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. She will be sadly missed by her faithful companion, Taz. Pat was a retired Rental Agent with Avis for over 38 years at Pittsburgh International Airport. As per Pat's wishes, there will be NO VIEWING. Family and friends are invited to the Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church. Arrangements by SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, Crafton, 412-921-3661. In lieu of ?owers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Lawrence County Humane Society, 628 Pearson Mill Rd., New Castle, PA 16101. schepnermcdermott.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

CINKAN MICHAEL W., SR. ON SA...

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CINKAN MICHAEL W., Sr. On Saturday, February 2, 2019. Dear friend and lifelong companion of Stacey Duessel; father of April Gelston, Michael (Sheila) Cinkan, Jr., and Kolton Kash; 12 grandchildren; son of the late Richard and Sophie; brother of Richard (Sharon), Jack, Margaret Schuck, Donna Cinkan, and the late Dennis, and Marie Walters; several nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave. at Davis Ave. A Funeral Mass will be held in St. Peter Church Wednesday 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

MALIK JOSEPH DAVID AGE 69, ...

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MALIK JOSEPH DAVID Age 69, of Dormont, peacefully at home, with his family by his side, on Friday, February 1, 2019. Beloved husband of 43 years to Linda Malik, and their loving dog, Savannah; brother of Ronald (Connie) Malik; brother-in-law of Gary, John (Karen), James, and Kevin Piazza; also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Joe was a proud Vietnam Army Veteran. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Family and friends welcome Tuesday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at 2630 W. Liberty Ave., Dormont, 412-531-4000. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday 10 a.m. at St. Bernard Church. Please view or add tributes at www.beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HAWRYLAK JAMES AGE 98, PEA...

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HAWRYLAK JAMES Age 98, peacefully and surrounded by his loving family on Friday, February 1, 2019, of Bethel Park, formerly of Mt. Oliver and Whitehall. Beloved husband of the late Helen W. Hawrylak. Helen preceded Jim in death 15 weeks ago. Jim and Helen were married for 71 years and they are together again. Jim is a proud veteran of World War II. Loving father of John (Roseann), Mary Anne (Eugene) Szestak, Joseph (Helen) and Jane (Richard) Drozd; cherished grandfather of Amy (John Van Horn), Peter, Alex and Jonathan. Jim's family wishes to thank his caregivers, Debbie, Jane, Chrissy, Carol, Amy, Advanced Personal Care and Gallagher Hospice. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Wednesday, February 6, 2019, from 2-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Germaine Church on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

ZEDEL HOWARD JAMES, JR. AGE ...

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ZEDEL HOWARD JAMES, Jr. Age 83, of Jamestown, passed away January 30, 2019. Howard was born in Pittsburgh, on July 2, 1935, a son of the late Howard J. and Mary (Stewart) Zedel, Sr. Howard retired as a truck driver for US Steel Union #242. He was a member of the Air Force Reserves and a graduate of Mount Lebanon High School. Howard is survived by a sister, Beverly M. Jordan of Pittsburgh; a niece, Debra Casiraro (Dan); two nephews, James Mahony, David Mahony (Linda); great- nieces and nephews, Angela Mahony, Jessica Mahony, Matt Casiraro, Nathan Casiraro, great-great-nieces and nephews, Sage and Knox Casiraro, Olive and Lola Weisenbach, Hazel and Ivy Nojoumi. Howard was preceded in death by a brother, Steward Henry Zedel. Howard will be laid to rest in Mount Lebanon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Share a memory or condolence at: miznerfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

CARSON SIDNEY RUSSELL "SID" AG...

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CARSON SIDNEY RUSSELL "SID" Age 62, of Bridgeville, on Thursday, January 31, 2019. Father of Felicia Carson, Monica Carson and Sidney R. Carson, Jr.; grandfather of Che', Christian, Evan and Avery; son of the late Elmer and Frances (Fenner) Carson; brother of Stanley Carson, Vincent Carson, Wayne Carson, Bradley Carson, David Carson, Lisa Carson, Lori Woodson, Lois Carson, Sharon Mosley, and the late Thomas and Jeffrey Carson. Sid loved his family and his grandchildren. Sid attended Fairmont State College, and worked for Columbia Gas Company for 41 years. Sid was an avid pool player and loved all sports. If you knew Sid, you liked him. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 6, 2019, at the Second Baptist Church, 324 Mans?eld Blvd., Carnegie, PA 15106 where the Funeral Service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, Carnegie. leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SCABILLONI SAMUEL F. AGE 89,...

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SCABILLONI SAMUEL F. Age 89, of Whitehall, formerly of Castle Shannon, on Saturday, February 2, 2019. Devoted father of Paul (Janet), Gail (Jim) Triscila, Dan (Kimberly), Sam (Joyce) Matthew (Marion), Alan (DeAnn) and the late Joan Scabilloni; loving grandfather of 16, great-grandfather of 12; cherished companion for many years of Nancy Susko; brother of James and the late Peter Scabilloni; also survived by nieces and nephews. Sam was the founder of MARSA Masonry and well respected throughout the construction industry. He was a member of the Pittsburgh Harmarville Hurricanes soccer team that won the 1956 U.S. Open Cup and was an avid golfer and bowler. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN CREMATION AND FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 1008 Castle Shannon Boulevard, Castle Shannon, Monday evening 6-8, Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin, Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Keystone Chapter, 1501 Reedsdale St., #105, Pgh., PA 15233. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

TOMEI ANTHONY FRANCIS, JR. OF ...

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TOMEI ANTHONY FRANCIS, Jr. Of West Mif?in, on February 1, 2019, age 61. Beloved son of the late Anthony Francis Sr. and Mary Louise (Ferraro) Tomei; brother of Robert (Tammy) Tomei Sr.; uncle of Robert (Ashley) Tomei Jr. and Tiffany Lyn (Brandon) Greiner; great uncle of Mason, Camden and Cruz. Anthony was a dedicated food server worker for the VA Hospital for 30 years. He was an Eagle Scout and the President of Council at Southwestern Nursing Home where he resided. Family and friends will be received at the SAVOLSKIS- WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. where a prayer service will be held during evening visitation.  www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

REINHEIMER MARY LOU (SCHNEIDER...

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REINHEIMER MARY LOU (SCHNEIDER) Mary Lou left us peacefully on January 22nd, the day following her 91st birthday. She is survived by four of her six children,Thomas Jr.. (Barb), Ron (Dee), Dan,, Denise Wilson (Hank); and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom; her son, Ray; and her daughter, Patti Miller (John). Mary Lou loved the Steelers, bingo, and any chance to gamble. Mostly, she loved to laugh! A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, February 8,, 10:00 a.m., at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Finleyville. Burial will be private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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