BRUCE MARGARET PEGGY (HALL) On Thursday, May 21, 2015, Margaret Peggy (Hall) Bruce, of Finleyville. Wife of the late John Bruce; sister of the late Genevieve Hall, Sarah Pokorny and Alta McConeghy; aunt of James Barnes of Louisville, KY, Ray Pokorny and Beverly McConeghy, both of Gill Hall and the late James McConeghy and Kenny Pokorny; also survived by six great-nephews; eight great-great-nieces and nephews. Peg was the last of the Hall girls. She was the face of DiStefano Pharmacy working as a dependable clerk for 45 years. She was very independent all of her life, a regular at the Library Rite Aid and the Blue Flame Restaurant everyday for lunch, and was a lifetime member of Jefferson United Methodist Church. In her younger days, Peggy was a fixture at local weekly dances. Friends received Wednesday 12-8 p.m. at the GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5636 Brownsville Road, South Park Twp., (412) 655-4600, where Services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. Condolences may be offered for the family at: www.GriffithFH.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BLISTAN AMELIA S. A LONGTIME R...
BLISTAN AMELIA S. A longtime resident of Peters Township, recently living at Strabane Woods Assisted Living Facility in Washington, on Thursday, May 21, 2015. She was born November 18, 1924, in Pittsburgh, the daughter of John and Mary (Ilavsky) Shevchik. She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Matthew M. Blistan; her children, Matthew Blistan, Jr. (Mary Anne) and Sandra Gullborg (William); a brother, Daniel Shevchik; sisters-in-law, Olga Paulovkin, Mildred Sweeney, Rose Hoover, Darlene Moschak, and Natalie Gardner; and a brother-in-law, Gerald Blistan (Patricia); grandchildren, Matthew Blistan III (Julie), Rachel Blistan (Anthony Beckman), Brett Gullborg (Christine), and Evan Gullborg (Lindsey); great-grandchildren, Matthew Blistan IV, Brooke Gullborg and Benjamin Gullborg; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Michael, Millan, Rudy, and John; and a sister, Mary. Mrs. Blistan was a graduate of Schenley High School in Pittsburgh. She was a lifelong member of Holy Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Northside of Pittsburgh where she also sang in the choir. She had a passion for sewing, gardening, baking and decorating cakes, music, and was an avid Pittsburgh Pirates and Penguins fan. She was a long-standing and active member of several fraternal organizations including Sokol USA, United Lutheran Society, GBU Financial Life, and Eastern Star. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 724-941-3211. Friends welcome at 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, 15317, Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Services will be held at the Funeral Home Wednesday 9:30 a.m. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Peters Township Meals-on-Wheels, 245 East McMurray Road, Suite 1, McMurray, PA 15317. Please add or view Tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DOUGHERTY MICHAEL V., JR. AGE ...
DOUGHERTY MICHAEL V., JR. Age 89, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Hazelwood, on May 21, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Mary Ellen (Manning) Dougherty for 59 years; son of the late Michael V. and Mary Augusta (Vanselow) Dougherty, Sr.; loving father of Kathy (Fred) Gilbert of South Fayette Twp., Michael (Nancy) of Surfside Beach, SC, Pat of Voorhees, NJ and Tim Dougherty of Greenville, SC; brother of Ruth Van Maele of Brunswick, OH; brother-in-law of Margaret (Dan) Horner; proud grandfather of Chelsea, Matthew and Briana Dougherty; also survived by many nieces, nephews, family members and friends. Michael served with integrity and dedication for 36 years as a Detective for the city of Pittsburgh. Whether you were family or friend, he was a wonderful man who was always there for you. He was the best dad, grandpa and brother who fought the good fight, but as he always said, Even iron wears out! He will now be with his beloved Mary and they will make beautiful music playing together in the band. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. at St. Barbara Church. Interment to follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. View and share condolences at www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARON EDYTHE EDY (LEVENSON) ...
BARON EDYTHE EDY (LEVENSON) Age 80 years old, of Sarasota, FL and formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away suddenly on May 21, 2015. Beloved wife of Dr. John Baron; mother of Dr. Bruce Baron (Jill), Dr. Felice Baron (David Berkowitz), and Dr. Jim Baron (Kriss); sister of Allen Levenson (Nan); and grandmother of six. Funeral service at Temple Beth Sholom in Sarasota, FL on May 26, 2015, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hadassah. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUNCO ANGELO S., M.D. OF HIGHL...
RUNCO ANGELO S., M.D. Of Highland Park on Thursday, May 21, 2015, age 88. Beloved husband of Marjorie (Boehmer) Runco; father of Paul, Robert (Sherry), Carol Emmons, Mark (Nora), John (Kelly), David and Thomas (Hollybeth), and the late Mary Ellen Jesse; grandfather of Stephen and Chris Emmons and Michael, Maddy, Lincoln, Ben, Ally, Killian, and Ravenna Runco; brother of affection to Theresa, Tony and Sam Runco; also survived by many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews. Dr. Runco was a much loved and greatly respected Pediatrician who practiced in the East End for over six decades. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Monday, 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where Funeral will commence on Wednesday at 9 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart Church at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Dr. Runco's memory to The Children's Home of Pittsburgh http://www.childrenshomepgh.org/donate-now-sup. www.mccabebrothers.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LOVRICH SISTER M. MAGDALENE M...
LOVRICH SISTER M. MAGDALENE MARY, OSF Sister M. Magdalene, a member of the School Sisters of St. Francis of the United States Province and in her 75th year of profession, died on Thursday, May 21, 2015, at Mount Assisi Convent Motherhouse in Bellevue, PA, at the age of 94. Sister Magdalene entered the community from St. Albert Church, Adah, PA in 1938 and professed her first vows in 1939 at Mount Assisi Convent in Pittsburgh, PA. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Education from Carlow University majoring in Math and minoring in English and Latin, a Master of Arts in Education from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh majoring in English. She completed a post- master's work in secondary school administration at Duquesne University. Throughout her years of ministry, Sister Magdalene taught in elementary school for one year and the remainder of her teaching ministry was in Central Catholic High School in Allentown, PA, Mount Assisi Academy in Pittsburgh, PA and Mon-Valley High School in Monongahela, PA. Sister Magdalene was principal of Mount Assisi Academy from 1954-1970 and also taught English, Latin and Math. She knew many of the alumnae of Mount Assisi Academy and kept in contact with them and they with her after the Academy closed in 1978. Sister Magdalene was very intelligent and had a remarkable memory for facts and details. She used her gifts and talents for her religious community and for the students she taught. Sister Magdalene was a member of the administration of the province for three terms, served as a delegate for three general chapters, secretary for two other general chapters and a delegate for five provincial chapters. She was a member of the Congregational Constitution Committee when major changes took place after the Second Vatican Council. In 1993, she was appointed as the official archivist of the province and served until 2013. Sister Magdalene was the daughter of the late Thomas and Agnes (Slujnski) Lovrich. She was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas. She is survived by her religious community; her sisters, Carolyn Bailey, who resides in Land O'Lakes, FL and Anna Tuskan, who is a resident of Marian Hall Personal Care Home in Pittsburgh, PA. She is also survived by her nephews, Jerome Tuskan, Ron Tuskan and Dennis Bailey; nieces, Regina Rinderer and Rosemary Pascia. She also has great- nieces and nephews. The viewing will be from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Mount Assisi Convent on Monday, May 25, 2015. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in Queen of Angels Chapel, Mount Assisi Convent in Pittsburgh, PA. Arrangements by LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Bellevue. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VULAKOVIC JOSEPHINE MARIE (SCH...
VULAKOVIC JOSEPHINE MARIE (SCHELNSKI) Age 95, died Wednesday, May 20, 2015, of Clover, SC, formerly of Pittsburgh. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Beverly and Bobby Ransom; granddaughter and husband, Christina and Doug Gizzi. Mrs. Vulakovic retired from the Clark Candy Company. Funeral Service to be conducted from the graveside at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in St. Mary's Cemetery, Sharps Hill, PA. Family to greet friends immediately following the Service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Humane Society of York County, 8177 Regent Parkway, Fort Mill, SC 29715. Arrangements by McLEAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS OF GASTONIA, NC AND OGRODNIK - HAHN FUNERAL HOME OF ETNA, PA, 412-781-0571. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RANALLO JUSTIN J. ON WEDNESDAY...
RANALLO JUSTIN J. On Wednesday, May 20, 2015. Beloved son of Joseph and Denise Ranallo; father of Lewis and Tyler Ranallo; grandson of Joseph and Theresa Ranallo. Friends received Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC, 4730 Friendship Ave., where a blessing service will be held on Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PISON JOHN P. AGE 73, DIED PEA...
PISON JOHN P. Age 73, died peacefully surrounded by his wife and children on Tuesday, May 19, 2015, after a valiant nine year battle with colon cancer. Husband of Barbara (Jeso) for 51 years; proud father of Eileen (Jake) Phillips and Glen (DJ) Pison; loving grandfather of Sean Phillips; and brother of Joann Pison. Preceded in death by parents, John and Mary. John was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman. His greatest enjoyment was mentoring his grandson in the love of fly fishing for trout. John's business career began at U.S. Steel's Duquesne Works as an instrument technician for 19-1/2 years. When the mill closed in 1986 he became a training instructor for what was to become Emerson Process Control Division, RIDC Park. He retired as a Senior Instructor in 2011. Per John's request, there will be no viewing. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 30, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. at Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1719 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, PA 15116. The family wants to especially thank the staff and physicians at Cole Memorial Hospital, Coudersport, PA for the wonderful care and support they provided John and the family during his final days. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the charity of your choice in John's honor. Arrangements by BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., Glenshaw. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEISHORN WILLIAM A. CELEBRATIN...
WEISHORN WILLIAM A. Celebrating a Life IN LOVING MEMORY, William A. Weishorn, May 30, 1954 - March 25, 2015. May 30, 2015, Noon - 8 p.m. White Oak Park, Tulip Tree Picnic Grove. Anyone familiar with Bill knew he loved life and celebrating his birthday, his daughter and friends are getting together to honor his lifetime. Please join us for remembrance. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEPAUL MILDRED MILLIE (SANTE...
DePAUL MILDRED MILLIE (SANTEK) Age 91, on Wednesday, May 20, 2015, of Joffre. Wife of the late Paul J. DePaul, Jr.; mother of Paul (Carol) DePaul and the late Sandra (Mark) Kucic and Joseph DePaul; grandmother of John Kucic, Marcie (Vincent) Orso, Melissa (Sean) Boyle, Brian and Michael DePaul; great-grandmother of Brock and Avery Boyle and Vincent and Briston Orso; also many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 27, 2015, at 10 a.m. at Holy Child Church, Bridgeville. Arrangements by WM. F. CONROY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-331-5192. www.wfconroyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BIERER PEGGY R. FLUFFY OF AS...
BIERER PEGGY R. FLUFFY Of Asheville, NC, died February 25, 2015, in Pasadena, CA. She was born December 3, 1933, in Uniontown, PA. Per request, no burial service. Make memorial donations to Doctors Without Borders USA, P.O. Box 5030, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Memorial Service to be held June 13, 2015, at 11 a.m. at WYCA, 185 S. French Broad St., Asheville, NC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FABRIZI LOUIS WILLIAM AGE 87, ...
FABRIZI LOUIS WILLIAM Age 87, on Wednesday, May 20, 2015, of Brentwood. Husband of the late Josephine (DeSimone); father of Sylvia Fabrizi (Dick Krenz), Gina (Robert) Solomon, Louis (Janice) and Leonard (Sherry); grandfather of Richard (Stephanie) Krenz, Kelly Krenz, Alicia Fabrizi, Ashley (Jake) Strang, Shelby Josephine Solomon and Lauren, Neal and Hannah Butler; great- grandfather of Joey Richards, Ellie and Lucy Strang and Avery Claire Krenz; predeceased by three brothers and three sisters; also survived by brother-in-law, Rick (Robin) DeSimone; and nephews, Ricky and Bruno DeSimone. Louis was a former interior contractor for 40 years and helped introduce drywall to the Pittsburgh area. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227, Monday from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sylvester Church at 10 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Wounded Warrior Project, One Oxford Centre, 301 Grant Street, Attn: Donor Services, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Please send condolences to : www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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POTTER SANDRA AGE 72, OF BEECH...
POTTER SANDRA Age 72, of Beechview, unexpectedly, on Wednesday, May 20, 2015. Beloved sister of Dennis S. Potter; loving daughter of the late Stanley and Edith Potter. Sandy was a graduate of Clarion University and was a professional dancer for a major part of her life. Friends will be received on Tuesday in the Mausoleum Chapel of Allegheny Cemetery at 11 a.m. followed by the Funeral Service. Arrangements entrusted to BRUSCO - NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD. Add a tribute at www.brusco-napierfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HARRISON FREDERICK A., SR. AG...
HARRISON FREDERICK A., Sr. Age 80, of Safety Harbor, FL, formerly Pittsburgh, PA passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2015. Frederick served in the US Army and is a retired 20 plus year employee of AGH in Pittsburgh. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Anna "Boots" (Vickers); daughter, Mary Ann (Paul) Mulligan of Pittsburgh; son, Frederick A. (Leanne) Harrison, Jr.; grandchildren, Christopher and Veronica Kropf of Pittsburgh and Taylor and Alyssa Harrison of Oldsmar, FL; three great-grandchildren, Lance, Logan and Dorien; and sisters, Arlene (Richard) Johnston and Pauline Platek. Please visit Hollowayfuneralhomefl.com Oldsmar, FL (813)855-2439. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ECKSTEIN A. WALLACE WALLY AG...
ECKSTEIN A. WALLACE WALLY Age 70, died on May 22, 2014, in his home, after suffering for more than two decades from a debilitating lung disease. He was born on June 15, 1943, in Johnstown, PA. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold C. Eckstein, of Johnstown. He is survived by his wife, Nancy (Pullen) Eckstein; daughter and son-in-law, Ericka and Brad Matteo, of Apollo; and his grandson and best buddy, Dante; he is also survived by his mother, LaVerne Eckstein of Johnstown; his sisters, Arlene Edie of Florida and Nancy Trotz of Johnstown; his brothers, Jeffrey of Virginia and Gregg of Pittsburgh; Wally is also survived by many nephews and nieces, all of whom he loved very much. Wally was a 1961 graduate of Westmont Hilltop High School in Johnstown, and a 1965 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. His career began at Bethlehem Steel in Johnstown, but shortly moved to Pittsburgh. There he worked for Westinghouse for almost 30 years, mostly at the Tele-Computer Center in North Braddock. Towards the end of his career he worked for Equitable Gas in Pittsburgh before his declining health forced him into retirement. Wally was blessed with a very attentive and loving extended family and a group of the most amazing friends. Wally was a difference maker in many of the lives he touched and is greatly missed by all who knew him. A memorial visitation will be held at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100), from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, May 28, 2015, and on Friday, May 29, 2015, from 11 a.m. until 12 noon. The memorial service will be held in the Corl Chapel at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Spectrum Charter School, 4369 Northern Pike, Monroeville, PA 15146. www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCLEAN JOHNNIE L. AGE 86, FORM...
McLEAN JOHNNIE L. Age 86, formerly of Wilkinsburg, on Sunday, May 17, 2015. Wife of the late Nathan McLean, Sr.; loving mother of Lucile Webb, Patricia Smith and the late Barbara Davidson and Jackie Black; sister of Lola, Lucille and Lincoln; grandmother of Barbara (Douglas) Haley, James Frierson, Roger (Georgia) Frierson, Terri Smith, Julian Tatum, Shannon Dixon, Lawerence Johnson, Danielle Webb Jones and Tanita Hill; also a host of great- grandchildren. No visitation. A private memorial celebration will take place in July. Arrangements by WOLFE MEMORIAL INC., FOREST HILLS CHAPEL, 412-731-5001. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PAINTER ELSIE ARABELLE (KAMPHA...
PAINTER ELSIE ARABELLE (KAMPHAUS) Age 90, passed away on April 27, 2015, in Ocala, FL, formerly of Pittsburgh. Elsie was preceded in death by her loving husband, James (Bun) Painter. She was the mother of Sharon (Wilson), James Robert (Colorado), Dennis (deceased) and Bonnie (Paul). Elsie was the daughter of Leo and Elsie (Ziegler) Kamphaus. She was one of seven children, George (deceased), Leona (the late Dugan), Jean Blanchard, Carl, Paul, and Leo Kamphaus. Elsie enjoyed her family, especially her grandchildren, camping at Holiday Camplands in Andover, Ohio, traveling, line dancing, bocci, shuffleboard, and card or board games. A Memorial will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Greentree ward, 46 School Street, Pittsburgh, PA on June 13, 2015, at 10:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SEARLE WILLIAM MINER, PH.D. ON...
SEARLE WILLIAM MINER, Ph.D. On Saturday, May 16, 2015, age 77, of Pgh. Beloved husband of Kathleen M. (Owens) Searle; loving father of Steven G. Searle (and his wife, Elizabeth Cunningham) of New York City; brother of Lucille Crow of Lake Kiowa, TX, John R. Searle of Berkeley, CA, Melanie Searle of Phoenix, AZ, Celinda Anne Levno of Phoenix, AZ and the late Edward Searle of Milwaukee, WI. There will be no visitation. There will be a Memorial Gathering on Saturday, June 6, 2015, from 3 until 5 p.m. in the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave. Dr. Searle was Professor Emeritus of the English Department of the University of Pgh. who retired in 2005, and a published author including "The Saint and the Skeptics". In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Alzheimer's Assoc. , The Pgh. Symphony or the Brain Aneurysm Foundation. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZAPPA DONALD E. ON TUESDAY, MA...
ZAPPA DONALD E. On Tuesday, May 12, 2015. Beloved husband of Charlotte Zappa; father of Donald (Alison), Vincent (Kristen) Zappa and Anna (Bernard) Rizza; and their mother, Helen; stepfather of Marc Rasschaert; brother of Madeline Kutzer and Michael Zappa; also survived by eight grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in St. Maria Goretti Church, Friendship Campus. The family will greet friends in the church at 9:30 a.m. Mass will follow at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements by WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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