POUNDS ROBERT L. BOBBY Of Wilkinsburg, on April 5, 2015, age 62. Son of the late Harry and Clarissa Pounds; brother of the late Richard Pounds. Robert is survived by his Family Living family, Jaylee and Bill Trzyna and Lea and Kara Myers; also survived by his cat, Jackie. Robert was a member of Acheiva Vocational Program. He recently presented at the statewide conference on Life Sharing and Family Living Program as a self advocate for Family Living and was a participant in the MYCS Family Living Program. Friends received SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, Wednesday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held Thursday (time later) at the funeral home. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GIUNTINI PAULINE M. (STASENKO)...
GIUNTINI PAULINE M. (STASENKO) On Saturday, April 4, 2015. Daughter of the late Steven and Pauline Stasenko; loving mother of Julius Giuntini (Lisa), Janet Cleversy, Bethanne Sullivan (Mike), Pauline Annesi (Lenny), Jamie Giuntini (Michele) and Jason Giuntini (Tracie) and the late Christine Kirsch (Tim); grandmother of Michelle, Amy, James, Jennifer, Casey, Caitlin, Chloe, Kevin, Abigail, Justin, Isabella, Gabrielle, Joshua, Kylie, Jeremy, Jocelyn and Nicholas; sister of the late Steven, Paul, and Raymond. Mass of Christian burial will be on Wednesday at St Germaine Church at 10 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Arrangements entrusted to the BAGNATO FUNERAL HOME. Add a tribute at: bagnatofuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCGUIRE DENNIS T. 12/1/78 ~ 4/...
McGUIRE
DENNIS T.
12/1/78 ~ 4/7/14
Den, we can't believe it has already been a year since you left this Earth. You will forever be on our minds and in our hearts. We will all be reunited again one day.
Love Forever,
Dad, Mom, Kelly, Kay,
and Danny
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BAIR RONALD W. AGE 61, OF WILK...
BAIR RONALD W. Age 61, of Wilkins Township, on Saturday, April 4, 2015, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Linda Maggiore Bair; beloved and adored father of Kaitlyn Bair; brother of Albert Bair and Robert (Suzie) Bair; also survived by nieces and nephews; son-in-law of Louis and Elizabeth Maggiore, Diane (Jason) Griffiths, Nancy (Gary) Lang, and Louise (Daryl) Funaiock. Ron spent his life in service to his community. First as a member of Wilkins Township VFC #4 for 12 years, then as a member of Wilkins Township VFC #3 for 30 years with the last 11 years serving as Chief, and the 16 years prior as Assistant Chief. Ron was also a 27-year member of the Allegheny County Hazmat Team 440 serving most recently as Deputy Chief. Ron began his career in emergency services in 1991 as a dispatcher, first in Forest Hills, then at Eastern Regional Communications and Allegheny County 911. In 2008 he moved to Allegheny County Emergency Management as an Emergency Management Specialist. Friends received at WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, on Thursday, 6-9 p.m. and Friday, 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Maurice Church, Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Memorials may be made to Wilkins Township VFC #3. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHWARTZ ZACHARY A. AGE 29, OF...
SCHWARTZ ZACHARY A. Age 29, of Pittsburgh, unexpectedly on Sunday, April 5, 2015. Son of Irene Schwartz and the late Burdell F. Schwartz II; brother of Burdell F. Schwartz III. Arrangements by GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., Wexford, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GOETTEL ELMER C., JR. AGE 79, ...
GOETTEL ELMER C., JR. Age 79, suddenly on Sunday, April 5, 2015, of Carrick. Beloved husband of 59 years to Carolyn A. (Williams) Goettel; father of George (Frances) Goettel, David (Linda) Goettel, Daniel Goettel, Stephen Goettel and the late Theresa Goettel; grandfather of Ryan, Jonathan, Robert, Kevin and Carolyn; brother of the late David Goettel. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick. Funeral Prayer Thursday at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. St. Basil Church. Interment South Side Cemetery with full Military Honors. Send condolences to www.readshawfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EDKINS HARRY A., JR. AGE 68, O...
EDKINS HARRY A., Jr. Age 68, of Scott Twp., unexpectedly on Saturday, April 4, 2015. Loving husband of Gerri Edkins; father of Harry (April) Edkins; and stepfather of Lyndsay and Ryan (Lacey) Kahle; pappy of Logan and Riley Edkins and Penny Lane Kahle; beloved uncle of John Miller, Darrin (Carol) Miller, Holly (Dave) Walker and Linda (Steve) French; along with numerous great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Edkins; and mother, Loretta Bronder Edkins; and sister, Eleanora Miller. Harry was past president of Chartiers Terrace, also a member of Washington County Street Rodders and Washington County Cruisers Car Club. Friends welcome Thursday 2 p.m. until time of Service at 7:30 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp., 412-563-2800. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MATIASIC RICHARD "DICK" ON EAS...
MATIASIC RICHARD "DICK" On Easter Sunday, age 79, of East Pittsburgh. Mr. Matiasic was a former police officer for East Pittsburgh and Turtle Creek. A son of the late Joseph and Barbara Matiasic; husband of the late Beverly Matiasic; dear father of Cynthia Matiasic, Sandra (Arthur) Mullooly, Kathleen (David) Brownell, Patricia (Steven) Sporcic, Debra (Greg) Sekley, Richard (Theresa) Matiasic, Ronald (Kathy) Matiasic, Tracy (Terry) Severson; and stepson of Kevin (Amber) Krivansky; grandfather of 16 grandchildren; 15 great- grandchildren; and three step- great-grandchildren; brother of Annie (late Al) Pierce, Maryann (late David) Fulmer, and the late Helen (late Bob), and late Frank (surviving wife, Janice); also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received in the ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding on Tuesday from 2:00 until 8:00 p.m. Parting Prayers in the funeral home on Wednesday at 8:45 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial in St. Colman Church at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Restland Memorial Park. www.alfierifuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEER HELEN M. HELEN M. BEER, 9...
BEER HELEN M. Helen M. Beer, 90, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2015, in La Crosse, WI. Helen was born April 18, 1924, in Pittsburgh. On February 22, 1944, Helen married her high school sweetheart, Tom Beer, and they had 68 wonderful years together, before his death in 2012. Helen and Tom moved from Pittsburgh to North Port, FL, in 1991, where they enjoyed their retirement. They made many wonderful friends and Helen was very active in their retirement community. Helen and Tom moved to Wisconsin in 2009. She is survived by her loving family including daughters, Barbara Beer, La Crosse, and Janet Brunn, Charlotte, NC; four grandchildren, Michael (Kellie) Brunn of Charlotte, Brian (Rebecca) Frechette of San Diego, Kevin (Sandra) Brunn of Rostock, Germany, and Beth (Eric) Davidson of Holmen; Helen is further survived by five great- grandchildren; and additional family members in Pittsburgh. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Tom; her parents; and an infant grandson. Online condolences may be given at www.schumacher-kish.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NEDLEY ALEX H. AGE 48, ON SATU...
NEDLEY ALEX H. Age 48, on Saturday, April 4, 2015, of Upper St. Clair, formerly of Wilkinsburg. Beloved son of Robert B. Nedley, Jr. and Alexis J. Nedley; loving husband of Sherri Schack-Nedley; devoted and loving father of Dylan, Kaitlyn and Shane; dear brother of Kelly, Kathy (Mike), Lon, Michael (Mary); also several loving nieces and nephews. Alex enjoyed coaching baseball, was an avid sports fan, enjoyed going to his cabin and hunting, also going on road trips with the GSU Boys, and most of all his greatest joy was spending time with his family. For those that knew and loved him, in the words of Alex It is what it is. Friends received Wednesday 1-8 p.m. at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Louise de Marillac, 320 McMurray Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15241, Thursday 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to the family. EVERYONE TO MEET AT THE CHURCH. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MURRAY ELISSA H. (RUFFA) AGE 6...
MURRAY ELISSA H. (RUFFA) Age 67, of North Huntingdon, died April 4, 2015. Preceded in death by her brother, August Ruffa; and sister, Helen Galamb; is survived by her husband, William N. Murray; son, William (wife, Bozana); daughters, April Pegnato (husband, Anthony), Danielle Durkota (husband, Brian); brothers, John and Dominic Ruffa; sisters, Rose Marie Farabaugh, Louise Hansen, Janet Scrima; grandsons, William, Brian, and Robert. JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Mass Thursday at 10 a.m. at St. Agnes Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NELSON DOLORES M. AGE 89, OF C...
NELSON DOLORES M. Age 89, of Carnegie, on Sunday, April 5, 2015. Wife of the late Robert H. Nelson; mother of Patricia Anne Nelson and the late Pamela Anne Nelson; sister of Patrick McGrogan and the late Mary Gordon, Florence Shang, Anna Butera and Marilyn Dorn. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Dolores was an active member of S.S. Simon & Jude Parish, Greentree and involved in many of the church and school activities. Friends are invited to call from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday at the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Avenue, Carnegie. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday in S.S. Simon & Jude Church, 1607 Greentree Road, Greentree at 12:00 p.m. www.leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DUFF JOYCE L. (SARVAS) AGE 71,...
DUFF JOYCE L. (SARVAS) Age 71, of Green Tree, on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015. Beloved wife of 38 years of Bill Duff; loving mother of Joseph Pierce; cherished grandmother of Matthew and Lindsay Pierce; beloved sister of Paul and Garron Sarvas and Sherry Filkorn; also survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Joyce was employed by Bayer Corp., formerly Mobay, for over 25 years. NO VISITATION. Family and friends are welcome to attend a Memorial Service on Thursday at 1 p.m. WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SIMPSON WILLIAM W. AGE 93, OF ...
SIMPSON WILLIAM W. Age 93, of Mt. Lebanon, PA and Naples, FL, formerly of Upper St. Clair, PA, died peacefully on Good Friday, April 3, 2015. Son of the late Elzie J. and Hettie Waddell Simpson; beloved husband of the late Gwendolyn Ziel Simpson; loving father of the late William Z. Simpson; father-in-law of Phyllis Viola Simpson; devoted grandfather of Jason M. Simpson (Alyse) and Todd P. Simpson (Katie); great-grandfather of Natalie Joy, Kelly Rose, Marley Mae and Cameron William Simpson; brother of the late James W. Simpson (the late Nan); brother-in-law of Charles D. Ziel (Ann); also survived by nieces, nephews and his loving companion of 15 years, Polly Perry, and her family. Bill was a graduate of Penn State University with a degree in metallurgy. He worked in the steel industry for many years. Bill was a long-time member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Upper St. Clair. He loved taking cruises and playing golf, especially at St. Clair Country Club, where he was a member for many years. Friends may call at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon THURSDAY, April 9, 2015, from 4-7 p.m. Family and friends will gather in the Mausoleum Chapel at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, 509 Washington Road, for his funeral service on Friday morning at 10:30 a.m. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, memorials may be made to "The Penn State Dance Marathon" (to fight Pediatric Cancer) and mailed to: THON Office (ATTN: Finance), 210 HUB, University Park, PA 16802 or visit on line www.thon.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHLUETER-BENSON DONNA L. AGE ...
SCHLUETER-BENSON DONNA L. Age 65, of Bethel Park, on Saturday, April 4, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Donald Benson; loving mother of Christopher (Dee); stepmother of Christie (Joe) Charnock and Donald (Angela) Benson; grandmother of Brad, Taylor, Erica, and Ali; sister of Gary Cornelius and Debbie Cornelius. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER - CONNELL. Friends welcome at 5120 W. Library Ave., Bethel Park, 412-835-7940 on Wednesday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. followed by committal service at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LAZEAR PAUL S. ON TUESDAY, APR...
LAZEAR PAUL S. On Tuesday, April 7, 2015. Beloved husband and best friend of Carol Lazear; loving father of Jerri and Terry Shorr, Sharyn and Gary Protass and David and Rory Lazear; brother of the late Howard and Betty Lazear; adoring grandpa of Melanie, Matthew, Valerie, Andrew, Toby and Casey; also survived by nieces and nephews. Paul was a WWII veteran as well as a founding member of the Beechview Golf League. He enjoyed spending his time with his family and friends. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Thursday at 12 Noon. Visitation one hour prior to services (11 a.m. - 12 Noon). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PLUTNICKI SUEANN ON SUNDAY, AP...
PLUTNICKI SUEANN On Sunday, April 5, 2015, of Arlington. Wife of Paul Plutnicki; mother of Shannon Plutnicki; sister of Nadine, Esther and Marty. Friends received at the JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 119 S. 15th St., South Side, on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where blessing services will be held on Friday at 12 noon. www.gmiterfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BALL JERRY AGE 72, OF FOREST H...
BALL JERRY Age 72, of Forest Hills, on Monday, April 6, 2015. Beloved husband of 46 years to Nancy; loving father of Robyn (Keith) McIlwain and Rebecca Ball; grandpa of Christian, Kate, Claire, and Elliot. Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001, SUNDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where Service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCFEELEY RICHARD RICHARD MCFEE...
McFEELEY RICHARD Richard McFeeley, beloved husband of Leslie, passed peacefully at home on Monday, April 6, 2015. He is survived by mother, AnnMarie; brother, Robert; sister, Ann; and family members in the Matro, McFeeley, and Gridler clans. Always a fan of Groucho Marx, Richard often quoted I refuse to belong to any club that would have me as a member. Therefore, he was not a member of any club. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2015, 11:00 a.m. at St. Bartholomew's Church in Crabtree, PA, with interment in St. Claire Cemetery in Greensburg. All family and friends are invited to attend services and/or our celebration of a life well lived at Rizzo's Restaurant in Crabtree immediately following. Arrangements by STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES, 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, 412 678 6177). Remembrances may be made in Richard's name to Animal Friends of Westmoreland, 216 Depot Road, Youngwood, PA 15697. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SIMON LAWRENCE BUD AGE 90, O...
SIMON LAWRENCE BUD Age 90, on Friday, April 3, 2015, of West Mifflin. Beloved husband of the late Lois Simon; loving father of Larry (Thomasine) Simon and Lynn (Tom) Edenfield; proud Pappap of Elizabeth and Julie Kostilnik and Amanda Simon; brother of Loretta Coronado and the late Dorothy Hentosz; brother-in-law of Margaret Bergman; also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and his very dear friend, Dottie Davies. Bud served in the Navy on submarines and was a life member of the Submarine Veterans of WWII. His true passion was archery. He enjoyed shooting and officiating, but most of all he loved teaching the youths, seniors and the physically-challenged. He was an active member of PSAA and NAA and in the early 1960's he cofounded the JOAD program at the Clairton Sportsmen's Club where he was very active until recently when his health declined. He was also a Certified National Judge in archery and volunteered at the '84 and '96 Olympic games. In 2002, he was chosen to help carry the Olympic Torch to Salt Lake City. Arrangements were made by JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100. If desired, family suggests contributions to the Clairton JOAD program via runcoarchery@gmail.com. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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