DAVID A. SIMON Died on March 28, 2020, after a long and heroic battle with cancer. Son of the late Miriam and Maurice Simon. Dear friend to many, including Howard Stern, Sandro Etcheverry, Karen Gerson, and Eddie Lowy. Graveside service and interment were held at Homewood Cemetery. David built and managed a highly successful business for nearly 35 years. He loved to shop and travel and had visited 49 states and over 80 countries. Contributions in David's memory may be made to the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., family owned and operated, 412-621-8282. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FAITH M. (ISTANICH) HOFFMAN ON...
FAITH M. (ISTANICH) HOFFMAN On Monday, March 30, 2020, Faith age 66 of Monroeville, formerly of East McKeesport, passed away. Daughter of the late Carl E. and Joan Istanich. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence Hoffman. Loving mother of Jennifer Schmitt, Lauren (Melissa) Hoffman, and Matthew Hoffman. Grandmother of Kyle. Sister of Gene (Jan) Istanich, Jack Istanich, and Mark (Jackie) Istanich. Niece of John (Nellie) Keller, Evelyn Caban, and the late Shirley Locke. Five nieces and nephews, six great-nieces and nephews. Faith was an LPN. In light of the health concerns, all visitations and services will be private. Memorial visitation and service at a later date. Arrangements by the JAMES F. KUTCH FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY, 433 Lincoln Hwy., East McKeesport, PA 15035. (412) 823-4054. www.kutchfuneralhome.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MICHAEL PHILLIP ROMAH ON TUESD...
MICHAEL PHILLIP ROMAH On Tuesday, March 31, 2020, Michael Phillip Romah, devoted uncle and brother, passed away in the comfort of his older brother Nicholas Romah, Jr.'s home, surrounded in love by his immediate family. Born February 1, 1957, in Pittsburgh, PA, Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Helen and Nicholas Romah, Sr.; and his sister, Sandra Lee Romah. Michael was a committed, hardworking, generous and caring individual who brought joy into any room he entered, and he worked full-time as a dispatcher for Three Rivers Limousine Transportation Company. Mike had an affinity for helping others, especially volunteering his landscaping abilities to Our Lady of Victory Maronite Catholic Church. In his free time, you could find Uncle Mike rolling dice at the craps tables at Rivers Casino, kicking back enjoying Sports Center, and from time to time taking his specialty vehicles for joy rides. Some of his greatest memories were traveling the world, especially his adventures in Europe. Michael is survived by his older brother, Nicholas, sister-in-law, Mary; niece, Sandra (Rashard Mendenhall); nephews, Nick III, Anthony (Lauri), Matthew (Mandy) and Alexander; his Goddaughter and great-niece, Maya; great-niece, Melina; great-nephews, Maxwell, Mason, Noah and Nico; and favorite uncle, Phillip Romah, Sr. Due to the Coronavirus restrictions, an immediate, family-only funeral is warranted. The family will have a memorial service in his honor when the appropriate time allows. The family is also asking in accordance with the country-wide stay at home orders and in the best interest of everyone's safety, please do not send flowers or food to the house. Arrangements are entrusted to FRANK F. DEBOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd., 412-561-0380, www.deborfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JUNE A. (FINALE) FISHER AGE 94...
JUNE A. (FINALE) FISHER Age 94, on Monday, March 30, 2020, of Overbrook. Wife of the late Robert W. Fisher; mother of Robert W., Jr. (Nancy), Kenneth J. and the late Ronald E.; grandmother of Jason Fisher, Kristin Nelson, Joshua Fisher, Jeremy Fisher, Rebecca Chestnut, Michael Fisher and Daniel Fisher; great-grandmother of 11; sister of Annetta Markel, Eugene Finale and the late Phillip, Jr. and Hugh Finale. Funeral services will be private. Arrangements entrusted to the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOHN M. "RED" QUINLAN AGE 95, ...
JOHN M. "RED" QUINLAN Age 95, of Lawrenceville, on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Beloved husband of the late Harriet A. (Gryniewicz) Quinlan; loving father of John T. Quinlan, Eileen (the late Daniel) D'Amico and the late Maureen (surviving husband Ted) David; devoted grandfather of Brian (Jenna Beverage) David, Jeffrey (Kristy) David, Elisabeth (Tzvika Bar-Chaim) David, Daniel D'Amico and Devin (Jamie) D'Amico; great-grandfather of Maya, Sophia, Jonathan and Charlotte; brother of Patricia (the late Robert) Walsh, the late Thomas (surviving wife Elizabeth) Quinlan, Paul (Patricia) Quinlan, Rosemary (Louis) O'Neil, Francis (Jacqueline) Quinlan and James Quinlan; brother-in-law of Mary "Babe" (the late George "Pud") Devinney; also survived by many cherished nieces and nephews. Red proudly served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in the 4062nd Bomb Squad during World War II. He was a proud graduate of Central Catholic High School and was the last surviving member of his 1943 basketball team. Red was a founding member of the Central Catholic Lettermen's Club. He was a longtime fixture at St. Mary's Lyceum and started Lawrenceville Catholic High School basketball program. Red was a longtime member and usher at St. Mary Church on 46th Street. Funeral and Burial private due to current restrictions on gatherings. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at a later date. Arrangements by the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, Lawrenceville. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANITA JOAN (TEMPALSKI) CIRLING...
ANITA JOAN (TEMPALSKI) CIRLINGIONE Of Avalon, on Sunday, March 29, 2020. Born April 14, 1940 in Pittsburgh, PA. Daughter of the late Leo and Margaret Tempalski; wife of the late Samuel A. Cirlingione, Jr.; loving mother of Dana Cirlingione, Gary Cirlingione (Jennifer) and Christoper Cirlingione (Brenda); sister of Robert Tempalski (Donna), Ronald Tempalski (Barbara), Edward Tempalski (Shelly), Raymond Tempalski (Jan), Andrea Hildenbrand (Raymond Skip), Karen Carpenter (Jim) and the late Leon Tempalski (Shelly); proud grandmother of Luke, Owen, Faith, James and Monica; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Interment service private. Due to the Coronavirus situation, a Mass of Christian Burial and a celebration of Anita's life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh. Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Arrangements by DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ARTHUR STOTTS ON TUESDAY, MAR...
ARTHUR STOTTS On Tuesday, March 24, 2020, age 82 of Pittsburgh. Beloved father of Shellie C. Stotts. Stepchildren, Lawrence Jackson and Tracie Jackson; brother of Virginia Lunsford, Betty Armour and Edward Stotts, Sr. Also survived by two grandsons, Mark Lee, Jr. and Brandon Lee; two great-granddaughters, Mackenzie Lee and Bella Lee; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Please forward all condolences to PO Box 5339, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Arrangements by the ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 20925 Perrysville Avenue, Perry Hilltop. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALAN D. BRUNNER AGE 66, OF LAW...
ALAN D. BRUNNER Age 66, of Lawrenceville, formerly of Warren County, on Monday, March 30, 2020. Beloved husband of 45 years of Jeanne (McGregor) Brunner; loving father of Carrie (Chris) Ruggiero, Alan (Jennifer) Brunner, Jr., Kelly (Mike) Flaherty and Shane Brunner; cherished pap of Carilyn, Christian, Cathryn, Aidan, Mackenzie and Kendall; son of the late Andrew and Charlotte Brunner; brother of John Brunner and Andy (Barbara) Brunner; also survived by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Al was retired from PennDot. He was the past President of AFSCME Local #2107. Al was an avid hunter, gun and train collector. He loved playing darts, going to auctions and flea markets and enjoyed attending sporting events for his grandchildren. Funeral and Burial private due to current restrictions on gatherings. Arrangements by the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, Lawrenceville. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JEFFREY P. EICH UNEXPECTEDLY P...

JEFFREY P. EICH Unexpectedly passed on Sunday, March 29, 2020, at the age of 52. Son of the late Paige and Helen (Fink) Eich. Survived by two sons and two grandsons. Brother of Robert P. and Carol A. Eich. There were no visitations. Arrangements entrusted to O'BRIEN'S FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTIN R. "MARTY" SHOR JANUARY...

MARTIN R. "MARTY" SHOR January 20, 1920 - March 20, 2020. A Pittsburgh native, passed away on March 20, 2020, just two months after his 100th birthday. Having served in the Army Signal Corp during World War II, Martin was a proud veteran and a member of the Jewish War Veterans. Martin was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and a lover of jazz. He joined the Pittsburgh Music Union at the age of 17 and was still a member up through his early 90s. Until his late 80s, he was the leader of his own band, The Swinging Seniors, in which he played bass. He also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and bowling which he continued to do until his mid-90s. He was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and owned a variety of furniture stores, including Martin's and Name Brand in the South Hills and Weekend Furniture in the Strip District. Martin was a loving and supportive man to his friends and especially his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel Shor and Eva Shor, his first wife, Ethel (Ziff) and his second wife, Dorothy (Stilinovich), his brother, Edward R. Shor and his youngest son, Norman Randolph Shor. He leaves behind his oldest son, Francis Robert (Barbara Logan); daughter-in-law, Karen Halperin Shor; grandchildren, Molly Shor (Daniel Asmus); Miriam Shor (Justin Hagan) and Finn Dannin (Zach Aronowitz); great-granddaughters, Ruby Hagan Shor and Iris Hagan Shor, and many cousins. Donations to the Alzheimer's Association or Pittsburgh Musician's Union appreciated. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTIN R. "MARTY" SHOR JANUARY...

MARTIN R. "MARTY" SHOR January 20, 1920 - March 20, 2020. A Pittsburgh native, passed away on March 20, 2020, just two months after his 100th birthday. Having served in the Army Signal Corp during World War II, Martin was a proud veteran and a member of the Jewish War Veterans. Martin was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and a lover of jazz. He joined the Pittsburgh Music Union at the age of 17 and was still a member up through his early 90s. Until his late 80s, he was the leader of his own band, The Swinging Seniors, in which he played bass. He also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and bowling which he continued to do until his mid-90s. He was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and owned a variety of furniture stores, including Martin's and Name Brand in the South Hills and Weekend Furniture in the Strip District. Martin was a loving and supportive man to his friends and especially his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel Shor and Eva Shor, his first wife, Ethel (Ziff) and his second wife, Dorothy (Stilinovich), his brother, Edgar R. Shor and his youngest son, Norman Randolph Shor. He leaves behind his oldest son, Francis Robert (Barbara Logan); daughter-in-law, Karen Halperin Shor; grandchildren, Molly Shor (Daniel Asmus); Miriam Shor (Justin Hagan) and Finn Dannin (Zach Aronowitz); great-granddaughters, Ruby Hagan Shor and Iris Hagan Shor, and many cousins. Donations to the Alzheimer's Association or Pittsburgh Musician's Union appreciated. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TIFFANY WEISENBURGER-BOWSER TI...

TIFFANY WEISENBURGER-BOWSER Tiffany Weisenburger-Bowser exchanged her earthly burdens for a heavenly home on Saturday, March 28, 2020. After a long and valiant battle with leukemia, Tiffany passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by a large gathering of family members. Tiffany leaves behind daughter, Jocelyn Corzine; husband, Jason R. Bowser; brother, Matthew Weisenburger; sister, Chelsea Clemenz; mother, Cheryl Curry; and father, Dan Weisenburger. All final respects may be posted on the following website: https://everloved.com/life-of/tiffany-weisenburger/ Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOHN M. "RED" QUINLAN AGE 95, ...
JOHN M. "RED" QUINLAN Age 95, of Lawrenceville, on Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Beloved husband of the late Harriet A. (Gryniewicz) Quinlan; loving father of John T. "Quincy" Quinlan, Eileen (the late Daniel) D'Amico and the late Maureen (surviving husband Ted) David; devoted grandfather of Brian (Jenna Beverage) David, Jeffrey (Kristy) David, Elisabeth (Tzvika Bar-Chaim) David, Daniel D'Amico and Devin (Jamie) D'Amico; great-grandfather of Maya, Sophia, Jonathan and Charlotte; brother of Patricia (the late Robert) Walsh, the late Thomas (surviving wife Elizabeth) Quinlan, Paul (Patricia) Quinlan, Rosemary (Louis) O'Neil, Francis (Jacqueline) Quinlan and James Quinlan; brother-in-law of Mary "Babe" (the late George "Pud") Devinney; also survived by many cherished nieces and nephews. Red proudly served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in the 762nd Bomb Squad during World War II. He was a proud graduate of Central Catholic High School and was the last surviving member of his 1943 basketball team. Red was a founding member of the Central Catholic Lettermen's Club. He was a longtime fixture at St. Mary's Lyceum and started Lawrenceville Catholic High School basketball program. Red was a longtime member and usher at St. Mary Church on 46th Street. Funeral and Burial private due to current restrictions on gatherings. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at a later date. Arrangements by the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, Lawrenceville. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBERT M. DELPHUS AGE 96, OF B...

ROBERT M. DELPHUS Age 96, of Bridgeville, on April 2, 2020. Beloved husband of Theresa (Hofrichter) Delphus; loving father of Jerry (Ann) Delphus, Judi (Michael) Meyers and Janet (Tim) Redman; cherished grandfather of Sarah (Casey) Neubold, Matthew (Lisa) Meyers, Patrick (Kim) Redman, Matthew (Angela) Delphus, Colin (Laura) Redman, Courtney (Jeff) Bird and Megan (Wade) Conceicao; great-grandfather of 16; preceded in death by his parents, Matthew Mitch and Minnie (Knez) Delphus and brother, Jim Delphus. Robert worked for Universal Cyclops for 41 years, he was a member of Holy Child Parish and Southwest Seniors. He volunteered for Meals on Wheels and enjoyed golf. Services and interment private, arrangements entrusted to the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., Bridgeville (412.221.3333). Memorials may be made to the Disabled American Veterans. View and share condolences at www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOSEPH J. "JOSE" MCCORMLEY AG...
JOSEPH J. "JOSE" McCORMLEY Age 93, of Whitehall and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at Canterbury Place in Pittsburgh. He was a Treasurer/Controller for Ben Venue Laboratories. Joseph was also a member of St. Germaine Church, Bethel Park and a former member of St. Clare Parish, Clairton. He was a Corporal in the US Army Air Corp serving during World War II and a member of both the American Legion Post 75 and the Sons of Columbus, Santa Maria Council #4, both of Clairton. Born July 25, 1926 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Joseph M. and Katherine (Flynn) McCormley. Joseph was preceded in death by his first wife, Ruth E. (McConnell) McCormley, his second wife, Gail (Gawlas) Greenwald McCormley, his daughter, Kathleen (Ray) Miller, and his brothers, William M. McCormley and Dr. Robert McCormley. He is survived by his daughters, Ramsey Jeanne (John) Zarrella of Suisun, CA and Mary S. (the late Robert) Brushaber of Whitehall; his brother, Don (Thelma) McCormley of West Mifflin; stepsons, Randy Greenwald of Bonita Springs, FL and Ken Greenwald of Bowie, MD; nieces, nephews, and step-grandchildren. A Memorial Mass and Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at a later date. Interment will be private in St. Clare Cemetery, Clairton. Arrangements made by the A.J. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 555 5th. St., Clairton, PA 15025 (412-233-5700). Memorial contributions in Joseph's name should be made to the American Diabetes Association, 112 Washington Pl., #1520, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 or St. Jude Children's, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FANNIE MAE DEAN MARCH 28TH, 20...

FANNIE MAE DEAN March 28th, 2020, Fannie Mae Dean, of Morgan, PA, was called home to be with her Heavenly Father and family. Survived by her daughter, Vickie (Mark) Yancey; grandchildren, Cherie Hines, Javon (Amber) Hines; great-grandchildren Byron Hudson, Adante Berrien, and Aniko Hines; as well as sister, Gloria Singleton; and many loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by brothers, David Dean, Donald Dean, Dennis Dean; and sisters, Sandra Dean, Rosa Mae Dean and Daisy Mebane. Fannie touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed by those who knew her. Regrettably, memorial services will be held at a later date due to health restrictions currently in place. Arrangements entrusted to the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., Bridgeville (412.221.3333). View and share condolences at www.warcholfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ERNEST W. NIEDERBERGER AGE 76...
ERNEST W. NIEDERBERGER Age 76, formerly of Baldwin Borough, died March 25, 2020, at his home in St. Petersburg, FL. He was the husband of the late Nadine, beloved father of Trent (Jen) of Chicago and Nathan of St. Petersburg, FL, and the loving grandfather of Skylar, Frank and Harrison. Ernest was the brother of Regis (Kathleen), Rita Shoemaker (Oliver), Mary (Bill Kelleher) and the late Paul J. Ernest. Went to high school at St. Wendelin in South Hills of Pittsburgh, graduating in 1961. From there he attended Duquesne University graduating with a degree in Chemistry in 1966. After college Ernest joined the Navy and was enrolled in Officer Candidate School to be an officer at sea. Ernie was the engineering officer on the USS Fortify and the USS Sheboygan County, both 100+ wooden ships commissioned as mine sweepers, during his service in the Navy. Ernie was very proud of his service in the Navy as a line officer on a "ship at sea" and regaled many a friend and acquaintance, and sometimes a few strangers, with his stories of sailing across the Pacific or through the Panama Canal or into the port of Hong Kong. Of course, the stories that did not get told as often were those that occurred during his service off the coast of Vietnam and in the Mekong Delta. His Navy career took him from Pittsburgh to California to Vietnam, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Hawaii, Panama, Charleston, SC and finally Norfolk, VA. It was in Charleston prior to Vietnam that Ernie met Nadine, or as he called her, Wink (although to this day it is still unclear the origins of this nickname). They would meet at a party in Charleston and begin a relationship that lasted nearly 50 years. After the Navy, Ernie and Wink returned to Western PA, where Ernie began his professional career with Rockwell International. Living in tiny towns like Smethport and Bradford, PA in the northeastern part of the state, he and Wink had a son, Trent, in 1972. After a move to Painesville, Ohio, they were blessed with another son, Nathan, born in Ashtabula County in 1975. From Ohio, Ernie and his family of four moved back to Pittsburgh where he began his 25 year career with PPG Industries as a chemist and later a salesman and plant manager. PPG took him and his family many places, in 1984 they moved to Cleveland, Ohio where his two children graduated from Rocky River High School. In the mid-1990s, his job transferred him to England where he and Wink lived in Birmingham for over three years. Returning stateside in 1997, Ernie finished his PPG career in Greensboro, North Carolina, where he and Wink built a house and while Nate finished college at UNC Greensboro. Ernest retired from PPG in the early 2000s and moved with Wink to retirement in Sunny Florida, residing in the St. Petersburg area, close to where Wink grew up. Always active in retirement, Ernie worked as a salesman for a company that sold healthcare equipment to families and facilities helping the disabled live free and independent lives. This was only natural as Ernie, diagnosed in the early 1980s with a neurological condition that took away his ability to use his legs, had been living independently with a disability for over 25 years by the time he started selling wheel chairs and ramps and hand controls for vehicles for Guldman in 2005. Ernie had many passions and lived life on his terms despite his physical limitations. He is mourned by his two sons, three grandkids, three surviving siblings, and a myriad of friends he made all over the world. Never downbeat, always looking forward, and quick with a joke or story, Ernest William Niederberger will be dearly missed! Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HELEN TRAVIS 94 YEARS OF AGE,...
HELEN TRAVIS 94 years of age, died peacefully at home on April 1, 2020. Wife of the late John (Jack). Loving mother of Jack and his wife, Karlene, Lynne and husband, Joe, and Lauren. Proud grandmother of Nichole, Cara, Heather, Sarah, Scott, and Kelly. Extremely blessed with her great-grandchildren, Josh, Ben, Drew, and Addy. Private viewing and interment at JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME and CEMETERY for immediate family only. A celebration of life will be held for friends and family at a date to be determined. Donations in Helen's memory can be made to Animal Friends, 552 Camp Horne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (412-847-7000). www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AGNES V. MORGANO AGE 94, OF G...
AGNES V. MORGANO Age 94, of Green Tree, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. Beloved daughter of the late Samuel and Anna (Saccio) Morgano; sister of Ann Mosco and the late Vincent and Samuel Morgano; dear aunt of Phillip (Rena) Mosco and Robert (Claudia) Mosco; great-aunt of Phillip Mosco, Katherine Mosco-Depfer, Christopher Mosco and Kierstyn Viviano; great-great-aunt of James Depfer, IV, Everly Mosco and Olivia Viviano. Interment Private. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date. Arrangements by THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-431-1029. www.thomasjgmitherfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUTH C. KRIEGER AGE 83, OF SA...
RUTH C. KRIEGER Age 83, of Sachse, TX, on Monday, March 30, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Ruth leaves behind her devoted daughter, Lynn C. Wachter (Mark) and son, Jeffrey Krieger (Jean); grandmother of Jonathan Wachter (Amy), Andrew Wachter (Jessica), Jody Krieger (Darren), Christopher Krieger, Raeann Krieger and Jeffrey Krieger, Jr. She was blessed with seven great-grandchildren. Due to the current circumstances, visitation and services are private by family invitation only. Arrangements are under the direction of FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-561-0380. www.deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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