RICHARD A. FERRARI Richard A. Ferrari, 84, of Naples, FL, formerly of Nevillewood, PA, peacefully on Monday December 2, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Lillian (Cristina) Ferrari; and his brother, Mick Ferrari; beloved husband of Sandra (Laux) Ferrari; loving father of Jodi (Andrew) Hannah of Peters Township, Julie (William) Weyers of Peters Township, Richard A. (Jessica) Ferrari, Jr. of South Fayette; and loving grandfather of Paige Hannah, Dylan Weyers, Sydney Hannah, Jared Weyers, Emma Ferrari, and Olivia Ferrari. Dick was born in Monongahela, PA and was a proud 1958 graduate of Penn State University (Mechanical Engineering) and member of Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity, and spent his long career at J & L Steel and J & L Specialty Metals. He retired 26 years ago and never looked back. After retirement all of his time was taken up with golfing and his love of travel. His final wishes were not to have a service, so a private memorial for family and friends will be held at a later date in Pittsburgh. His presence will be with us now and always and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DONALD PETER WHITE, JR. AFTER ...
DONALD PETER WHITE, JR. After a hard fought battle with cancer, on December 1, 2019, Donald Peter White Jr., 57, of Ross Township. Beloved husband of 25 years to Nicole White; also survived by daughters, Crystal (Nicholas) Fiumara and Chelsea White; son, Donald Peter White, III; son of Bette Jane White and the late Donald Peter White, Sr.; brother of Charlene (Keith) Marchetti, Linda (Paul) Miller, Wendy (Tony) Fratangelo, Patricia (Marco) Corona, Michelle (Mike) Faulds; and grandfather of Kensley Fiumara; also survived by 14 nieces and nephews and two great-nephews. Donald was the owner of Specialty Pool Contractors, Inc. Contributions may be made to Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Philadelphia location 1331 E. Wyoming Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19124. Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Teresa of Avilia December 5, 2019. Arrangements by SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC. www.simonsfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HELEN ELIZABETH BAK AGE 86, OF...
HELEN ELIZABETH BAK Age 86, of Whitehall (formerly of Castle Shannon) passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019. She was the beloved wife of her late husband, Edward P. Bak. Loving mother of Edward (Lisa) Bak, Stephen (Roxann) Bak, Sandra (the late Fred) Brown, Patty (Dennis) Fennell, Lorianne (Curtis) Kubiak. Cherished grandmother of Alexis, Cory, Nichole, Johnathan, Justin, Jessica, Adam, Joey, Marty, and eight great-grandchildren. Helen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edward; her parents, Adam and Barbara Werner; and her siblings, six brothers and one sister. Through the years, Helen loved polka dancing and fishing with her husband, she enjoyed dining out, bowling and playing card games and especially loved to yell "Bingo" with her friends. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 8, 2019 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. and Monday, December 9, 2019 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 10 a.m. at St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin, 5200 Greenridge Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Online condolences may be shared at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEBORAH NIMICK SEPTEMBER 20, ...
DEBORAH NIMICK September 20, 1934 - November 18, 2019 Deborah "Debbe" Shupert Nimick, 85, of Sarasota, FL (formerly of Sewickley, PA), was born in Wellesley, MA. Her father, William H. Shupert, was a financial adviser to trust departments of small banks. Her mother, Florence, was a model as well as eager volunteer for Philadelphia charities including Bryn Mawr hospital and the Devon Horse Show. Debbe earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in The Classics from Brown University. She received her Master's and Post-master's degrees from Duquesne University in Educational Psychology. With this educational background, Debbe entered the professional world as a passionate advocate for children focusing her attention on testing and counseling. She was also a curriculum writer in the emerging field of game-theory, the use of games for helping youngsters understand how to overcome specific learning deficits. Debbe is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years, George Guthrie "Gus" Nimick of Coraopolis, PA; and three children; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held at Allegheny Cemetery Chapel, 4715 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, on Saturday, December 21, 2019, with visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. and service at 10:30 a.m. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to New Life Center Foundation in Chiang Mai, Thailand (https://allegrosolutions.org/donate/NewLifeCtrFdtn001) or checks mailed to: New Life Center Foundation, PO Box 29, Chiang Mai, 50000 THAILAND. Please note your gift is a memorial gift for Deborah Nimick. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JUDITH ANN (FRIEND) LOGALBO OF...
JUDITH ANN (FRIEND) LOGALBO Of Cecil, on December 4, 2019, age 72. Beloved wife of 50 years to Antonio LoGalbo; daughter of the late Ralph A., Sr., and Freda (Lentz) Friend; mother of Anna (James) Mueller, Anthony (Liana) LoGalbo, and Alissa LoGalbo; grandmother of Alexandria Kwolek, Madison Mueller-Howell, Zachary Mueller, Ani LoGalbo, and Mary LoGalbo; sister of Ralph Friend, Jr., Nancy Hutchinson, and Janet Watson. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Judy was a Member and Ordained Evangelist of the Brothers and Sisters of the Community of the Crucified One. Visitation will be held Monday, December 9, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the TEMPLE OF THE CRUCIFIED ONE, 335 East 10th Avenue, Homestead, PA 15120, where a Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, December 10, at 10 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, PA 15120. Condolences may be left at www.swgfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KENNETH W. ELLIOTT AGE 72, OF ...
KENNETH W. ELLIOTT Age 72, of N. Fayette Twp., Imperial, PA, on Tuesday, December 3, 2019. A son of the late Ethel and George Elliott; beloved husband of the late Donna F. (Perkins) Elliott, who passed on December 24, 2018; father of Chad Elliott and Lance Dempster; adored grandfather of Zoey Elliott; brother of George Elliott, Ronald Elliott and the late Brenda, Patricia and Acey. Ken served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Family to receive friends at the HERRICK COMPASSIONATE FUNERAL SERVICE, PC. Edward M. Herrick, Supervisor/Owner, 951 Cliff Mine Road N. Fayette Twp., Imperial, PA 724-695-7332 on Monday, December 9, 2019, 10 a.m. Until time of service at 12:30 followed by interment with Military Honors at National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KELLY A. (STEWART) BECHTOLD AG...
KELLY A. (STEWART) BECHTOLD Age 47, Successful Realtor, resident of Shaler, formerly of the South Hills, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2019 after a long battle against Melanoma. Beloved mother of Amber and Jenna Bechtold; dear sister of Mark Stewart, Sue Ellen Chajkowski and Bernard Chajkowski, Jr.; daughter of Timothy Stewart, the late Anna Marie (Kubiak) Stewart-Chajkowski; also daughter of the late Bernard H. Chajkowski, Sr. Also many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation Sunday 12-6 p.m. in THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Interment Private. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RAYMOND NORMAN JACOB OF MUNHAL...
RAYMOND NORMAN JACOB Of Munhall on Dec.5, 2019., age 89, son of the late John and Mary (Vagas) Jacob; brother of the late John, Cyril, Michael, Jan and Matthew Jacob and Helen Pawlak. Dear friend of the late Wanda Dembski; also survived by nieces, nephews and his beloved Linda and Tyler Stetson. Friends received Sunday, Dec. 8 from 1-5 p.m. Funeral Mass Monday, Dec. 9 at 11:30 a.m. in St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, Homestead. Interment St. Anne Cemetery, West Mifflin. Ray was a retired Steelworker, a member of The Knights of Columbus and a veteran of the Army serving in the Korean War. Memorial contributions suggested to the Elks Foundation. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARY LOU CORCORAN PEACEFULLY, ...
MARY LOU CORCORAN Peacefully, surrounded by family, on Thursday, December 5, 2019, Mary Lou Corcoran, age 91, formerly of the NS. Beloved wife for 60 yrs. of the late Edward J. Corcoran; mother of Dan (Kris), Tim (Katie), and Rick (Robin) Corcoran and Connie (Jamie) Fisher; grandmother of Patrick, Colleen, Thomas, Annie, Mike, Cassie, Connor, Tim, Owen, Kevin, Paige, and Jane; also survived by five great-grandchildren. Friends received Sunday 2-6 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Hwy, Pgh, PA 15237. Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Bonaventure Church, 2001 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, PA 15116. Contributions may be made to North Hills Community Outreach, 1975 Ferguson Rd., Allison Park, PA 15101. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERBERT W. ADAMS, JR. HERBERT ...
HERBERT W. ADAMS, JR. Herbert W. Adams, Jr., 96, of South Pasadena, Florida, formerly of Ross Twp, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 16, 2019. Herbert is survived by his sons, Charles and Richard; his daughter, Shirley; his four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Audrienne (Terry) Heberling Adams. He held positions as a milk deliveryman, truck driver for Farm Diary, and bartender while raising his family in Pittsburgh. He was an active softball player and played games five days a week well into his nineties. In lieu of funeral services, we ask all those who wish to make a donation to Empath Health/Suncoast Hospice, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33760 in memory of Herbert Adams. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JEFFREY D. KILLMEYER JEFFREY D...
JEFFREY D. KILLMEYER Jeffrey D. Killmeyer, age 65, of Bellevue formerly of Reserve Township, on Thursday, December 5, 2019. Beloved husband for 25 years of Janet (Conway) Killmeyer; brother of Maureen (Gary) Hartwick, Kimberly (Tim) Siebert, Gary (Carole) Killmeyer, and the late Bruce Killmeyer. Jeff will be greeted on the other side by his faithful dog Rosie. Family will welcome friends on Sunday from 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC., (West View) 388 Center Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15229. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. in Assumption Catholic Church. Jeff loved the outdoors, especially camping and fishing. He was an avid Steelers fan. He will be dearly missed. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: PO Box 1893, Memphis, TN 38101. Please offer condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SARA ELIZABETH SMITH AFTER A L...
SARA ELIZABETH SMITH After a long battle with addiction, on December 5, 2019, Sara Elizabeth Smith, 32, of Bradford Woods, passed away. Mother of Brody Hunter and Kamden James Hohman; daughter of John and the late Linda Smith; sister of Douglas Armstrong (Laura) Smith and John (Gina) Heffron; father of her children, Chris Hohman; nieces and nephews, Olivia and Sophia Smith, McKenzie, Kayla and Aubrey Hohman; many aunts and uncles. Friends received Monday, 2-8 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Highway, where funeral service will be held Tuesday, 12:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Sara Smith Memorial Fund www.gofundme.com/f/sara-smith-legacy-fund where all proceeds will go to her boys. www.simonsfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VIOLA R. JULIAN IN CELEBRATION...
VIOLA R. JULIAN In celebration of a life well lived, at 2:18 a.m. on December 5, 2019, Viola R. Julian is now in the presence of Jesus Christ. She was born on July 3, 1921 to Anna DelVechio and Joseph Rich. She was the beloved wife of the late Albert Julian; she was the beloved mother of Melody Ann (Nicholas) Coholic and Debbie Julian; a loving grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. She graduated from Langley High School in January, 1939 and graduated from Robert Morris School of Business in December, 1940. She worked for the IRS for two years and for the state for eight years. She also worked for the JC Penney company in the collections department for 16 years. She was always active in many church functions. Viola was the organist at the Lorenz Avenue Baptist Church for 26 years and also a substitute organist for Temple Baptist Church, as well as other churches in the Pittsburgh area. She has also been very active with the Baptist Homes. She volunteered in the gift shop since 1984 and played piano for the weekly sing-a-long for many years. She also organized all the clothing and baked good items for the flea markets in the activity room. These are quarterly sales so she was kept very busy. Her strong faith and example of living has been an inspiration to all who know and love her. Over the years she has touched many lives and is now living in the Heavenly Kingdom. In James 1:22 it states "But be ye doers of the word and not hearers only." She lived this and also in Colossians 3:23 it states "Whatever your work is, put your heart into it as if it were for the Lord." She truly was an example of a Godly woman who lived the Word and who walked the walk. She will be greatly missed by all. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15227 on Sunday from 2-6 and Monday 2-4 and 6-8 where funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LOUIS A. GENDLE, SR. AGE 78, O...
LOUIS A. GENDLE, SR. Age 78, of Crafton, formerly McKees Rocks, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2019. Husband of the late Cheryl (Nagy) and his first wife, Thelma (Diamond); beloved father of Louis (Candius Caulder) Gendle, Jr., Diane (Paul) Fornear, Kathy (Roland) Spotti, Stacey (Richard) Ramolt, Heather (Nicholas) Gialloreto, Ashley (Kevin) Thiel and Michael (Fiance, Samantha Sprague) Gendle; 11, plus one on the way, grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren; brother of Lora Filipovits, Carl, Jr. and Glenn Gendle; and predeceased by Christine Hiltigen. Lou will be missed by his family and all who knew him. Visitation Sunday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER-MCDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, 165 Noble Ave. Crafton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Lou's name to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, PGH, PA 15205. www.schepnermcdermott.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KATHERINE A. (SHEHADY) BARCELL...
KATHERINE A. (SHEHADY) BARCELLINO Katherine A. (Shehady) Barcellino, age 80, of Monroeville, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, December 5, 2019. Beloved wife for 61 years of David "Leo" Barcellino; loving mother of Dana (Bill) Titus and Jeffrey (Carla) Barcellino; grandmother of Gregory, Ashley (Mike), Christina (Tim) and Karrie (Josh); great-grandmother of Hunter, Vada, Kinley, Arabella and Gabby; sister of Adele, Fred, Rick, Tom and the late Charlie, Wade, Jim, Alice and Evie; sister-in-law of Dolores "Mae", Roseann, Eileen, Larry and the late Nino. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME, 7663 Saltsburg Rd. (across from S & T Bank) Plum, PA 15239. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at Unity Community Church, 215 Unity Center Rd., Plum. Interment will follow in Plum Creek Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROSE ANN TARDIO RIOTT AGE 91, ...
ROSE ANN TARDIO RIOTT Age 91, of Cincinnati, OH, formerly of Beechview, on Friday December 6, 2019. Loving wife of the late Joseph Tardio; beloved mother of Margaret "Peggy" Monaco (Karl) Crytser and Christopher (Sarah) Tardio; loving grandmother of six; great-grandmother of nine. Friends received 6-8 p.m. Monday only at BRUSCO-NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD., 2201 Bensonia Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Teresa of Kolkata Parish, St. Catherine of Siena Church. Burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery. Add a tribute: www.brusco-napierfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ELAINE E. (CALABRESE) MOIO AGE...
ELAINE E. (CALABRESE) MOIO Age 76, of Monroeville, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2019. Daughter of the late Arthur and Anne (Spicacci) Calabrese, and was the beloved wife of the late Ralph Moio Jr. Mother of Patricia LaVerne (Michael), David Moio (Erin) and Christina Fagan (David); grandmother of Christopher, Kayla, Jack, Marlena, Ethan, Jay, and Santino. She will be missed by her many nieces, nephews and friends. Elaine was one of 10 children in her family, and had 4 sisters and 5 brothers. Friends will be received Sunday from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100), and where a blessing service will be held on Monday, December 9 th at 10:30 a.m. Interment following in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RICHARD RAYMOND "DICK" OBROSKY...
RICHARD RAYMOND "DICK" OBROSKY Age 84, of Broken Arrow, OK; formerly of Ingomar, PA. Passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2019. Born June 18, 1934, he was third of four sons. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his son, Richard, with his wife, Cynthia Obrosky; daughter, Patti Kane; and son, David. His beloved wife of 54 years preceded him in death. He is also survived by three siblings, six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Expressions of sympathy can be sent to the Catalina 22 National Sailing Association, 3790 Post Gate Drive, Cumming, GA 30040. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JAMES D. SCHWARZMEIER, SR. JAM...
JAMES D. SCHWARZMEIER, SR. James D. Schwarzmeier Sr., 78, of West View, formerly of Spring Hill, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6 2019 surrounded by family. Beloved and loving husband of 54 years to Rita (Griffith); father to Lisa (Scott) Nogrady, Lori (Randy) Geche, and James (Julie) Schwarzmeier, Jr.; loving grandpap to Michael, Andrew, and Luella; brother of Patricia Watson, Catherine Schwarzmeier, and the late Frank Bud Schwarzmeier, John Jack Schwarzmeier, Barbara Salvini, Mary Ann Fazio, and Rita Salvini; loving Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Family will welcome friends on Sunday December 8 from 2-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC., (West View) 388 Center Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15229. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Athanasius Church. Jim was a graduate of Connelley Vocational High School, Triangle Tech Trade School, a former Westinghouse Electric Electrical Fitter, and a recent retired and well-loved Custodian of the North Hills School District. He was a longtime member of St. Athanasius Parish and a man of faith. He also enjoyed his membership in the West View VFW and enjoyed spending time with his close friends. He was also a member of the local AARP chapter of the North Hills. Jim and Rita loved their Slippery Rock Campground weekends where he spent many hours fishing and riding his grandkids through the trails on his golf cart. He enjoyed tinkering and creating his famous Spark Plug airplanes. He could fix anything! Please offer condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHRISTINA L. YAKEMOVICZ ON MON...
CHRISTINA L. YAKEMOVICZ On Monday, December 3, 2019. Mother of Robert Peasner and the late Mariah Yakemovicz; daughter of John and Geraldine Yakemovicz; sister of Vincent and Sean Yakemovicz; aunt of Julia, Jacob, and Zachary Yakemovicz. Friends received 5-7:30 p.m. until time of Funeral Service on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave. at Davis Ave., Pgh., PA 15212. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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