PAWLOS TONNA L. Age 54, of Crafton, on Thursday, September 3, 2015. Beloved wife of Jeff; loving mother of Tony (Jill), John (Amie), Tony (Liz) and Maria; Nana of Luke and Nicholas. Tonna loved her children and grandchildren. Friends received on Saturday 6-8 and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, 165 Noble Ave., Crafton, PA. Funeral Mass Monday 10 a.m. in St. Philip Church, Crafton. Interment in Chartiers Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PAWLOS TONNA L. AGE 54, OF CRA...
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DISSEN DONNA JEAN (URBANEK) DI...
DISSEN DONNA JEAN (URBANEK) Died peacefully surrounded by her husband and sons on September 2, 2015, at the age of 54. Forever remembered as a loving wife and mother, she is survived by her husband, Daniel of 30 years; and her sons, Anthony (Daniel) and Matthew (Adam); she is also survived by her sisters, Victoria Corsino, Christine LaSalvia (Augie), Barbara Krah and Bernadette Reifel (Bob); as well as her father-in-law, Tony Dissen; and mother-in-law, Jeanne Dissen; brother-in-law, Michael Dissen (Shari); sisters-in-law, Kathy Poliziani (Len) and Kelly Grande (Sam); and several nieces and nephews. Born December 15, 1960, in Pittsburgh, PA, Donna was the loving daughter of the late Walter and Elizabeth Urbanek. She grew up in Carnegie and graduated from Canevin High School and Slippery Rock College. An avid animal lover and a wonderful pet parent, Donna volunteered throughout her life at various shelters, most recently at the Washington Area Humane Society (WAHS) located in Eighty-Four, PA. To know Donna was to love her. She was a wonderfully kind woman with a beautiful heart, incredible wit, and a tremendous sense of humor. We are so blessed to have had this short period of time with her and we are so thankful for the beautiful memories that will live with us forever. Family and friends will be received on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Washington Area Humane Society located at 1527 Route 136, Eighty-Four, PA 15330 (724-222-7387). View and add condolences at: www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LINKES DAVID NORMAN AGE 55, UN...
LINKES DAVID NORMAN Age 55, unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 2, 2015, of Brentwood. Beloved husband of Mary Ann (McAleer) Linkes. David was the middle child of nine, born to the late Herman and Dolores Linkes; survived by siblings, Sandra, Nancy, Jim, Diane, Elaine, Judy Linkes, Linda (Greg) Mondry and Ron Linkes; uncle of Raymond (Mallory), Jessica and Justin Mondry, and Nicole and Kristina Linkes; great-uncle of Hayden Christopher; son-in-law of Frances and the late George McAleer; brother-in-law of Dan (Denise) McAleer. He leaves behind his cherished pets, Katrina and Kendra, but looks forward to arriving at the Rainbow Bridge to reunite with all of his precious pets that have gone before. Dave was a driver for the Port Authority of Allegheny County and a former employee of Kaufmann's Bake Shop downtown. He was an avid sports fan, idolized Clint Eastwood, but above all, loved his wife, their home, his family, and tending to his flowers. May he rest in peace. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Monday from 2-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Wendelin Church at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to an animal rescue group of one's choice. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEIL WILLIAM C. AGE 78, PASSED...
WEIL WILLIAM C. Age 78, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 2 , 2015. Bill was born February 10, 1937, to Charles and Anna Weil of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania. For 48 years, he enjoyed a wonderful marriage to his sweetheart, Janet C. Leitsch until her death in 2006. Together they lovingly raised two children, William Weil, Jr. (Sandy) of Chagrin Falls, Ohio and Lori Hogan (Bill) of Cincinnati, Ohio. He was a devoted and actively involved grandfather who was incredibly adored by his grandchildren, Allison, Caroline and Daniel Hogan, Maria and Emmett Weil. For the past eight years, Bill enjoyed the affectionate companionship of his longtime friend, Mary Ellen Strachan of Oakmont, Pennsylvania, and the love of her extended family. He was preceded in death, not only by his spouse, Janet; but also by his beloved sister, Charlotte Malchon of Jim Thorpe, PA; and granddaughter, Elaine Hogan. Bill deeply cherished his many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews as well. Upon graduating from St. Mary's High School, Bill studied engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. After years of working as a draftsman and salesman, Bill followed his dream and ventured out to establish his own company in 1978, starting the W.C. Weil Company, a manufactures' representative business, providing equipment and service to Municipal Water and Waste Water Treatment facilities across the tri-state and beyond. The company prospered and upon his retirement in 2002, he sold the thriving business to one of his first employees and friend. Bill will be fondly remembered for his charismatic personality, impeccable dress and manners, high level of integrity, strong steadfast faith, abundant love of family and the unending kindness he so generously extended to others. Bill loved interacting with people and brightened the lives of everyone with whom he interacted. He will be deeply missed. Friends will be received 4-8 p.m. Monday, September 7, 2015, in the ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, September 8, 2015, in St. Ursula Parish, Allison Park, Pennsylvania. Everyone please meet at church. Interment will follow in St. Mary of the Assumption Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Ursula Parish, Capital Campaign, 3937 Kirk Ave, Allison Park, PA 15101. Online condolences may be made at: www.englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DULANEY DEVON MY DAYS NOW LOST...
DULANEY
DEVON
My days now lost without you here, my heart aches in total despair
My tears won't stop without you near
My hearts now broken in tiny bits my mind now fills with angry fits
My heart, my soul, my precious one my gift from God, My only Son
My pain is deeper than words could express my life without you now filled with emptiness
You were so much more than just MY Son, a loving friend to everyone
For every person you ever met, Even the ones you never let
Talk of their lives now so blessed for meeting the Boy whom now rests.
Your Kind, caring, and loving, ways your smile alone brightened their days
I wonder now if you even knew, how very proud we all were of you
That shy little boy we all knew, The Super Star you grew into
Your smile it ran oh so deep that dimples covered every inch of cheek
Your heart it ran deeper still it held us together and always will,
Your jet black hair styled just right, your smart-aleck comments always tight.
A true Friend through and through, a loving Son, a brother too.
Even as you passed away you had one more gift, something to say
With those Hazel eyes that shined so bright, you gave another the gift of sight.
My heart it beams with pride and joy, for my son, my little boy
You came into this world a Healthy, bundle of joy
You left this world giving so much more, never one to even the score
What we wouldn't give to have you here, even for just one day more.
Happy 20th Birthday Devon, We all love and Miss you,
Mom, Dad, Chauncie, and Paige
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D'AUNOY HENRY REBEL AGE 83, ...
D'AUNOY HENRY REBEL Age 83, originally from Louisiana, longtime resident of the South Side. On Thursday, September 3, 2015, husband of the late Mary Lou D'Aunoy; father of Alice Bunny Winovich, Jay (Stephanie) D'Aunoy, Chuck (Jen Nightingale) Massart and the late Jo Ann George; grandfather of Michael Winovich, Andrew, Ashley, Nicole Massart, Christopher and Nicholas D'Aunoy; great-grandfather of Antonio Ruiz; also survived by many relatives and dear friends. Friends received Saturday, September 12, 2015, 2-6 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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ORLANDINI MARY F. (MONTELEONE)...
ORLANDINI MARY F. (MONTELEONE) Age 86, of Crafton, on Thursday, September 3, 2015. Wife of the late Henry Louis Orlandini; beloved mother of Linda (Dean) Vete and the late Henry Lee (surviving daughter-in-law, Ruth Bittinger) Orlandini; devoted and cherished grandmother of Vincent, Cynthia and Joseph Orlandini, Brandon and Deana Vete; eight great- grandchildren; dear sister of Anthony (JoAnn) Monteleone and the late Isabella Niece; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-8 p.m. Monday at the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Philip Catholic Church where Mary was a longtime member. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NEDLIK JEAN (CHORNAK) ON FRIDA...
NEDLIK JEAN (CHORNAK) On Friday, September 4, 2015, of Greenfield. Beloved wife of the late Victor F. Nedlik; loving mother of Elaine Kilden of New York City. Funeral will be Private. Arrangements entrusted to the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WHEELER ROBERT PAUL ON SEPTEMB...
WHEELER ROBERT PAUL On September 3, 2015, of Penn Hills. Beloved husband of Rose Loretta (Sweeney) Wheeler; son of the late Frank and Irene (Albaugh) Wheeler; beloved father of Joanne Wheeler, Michael (Rebecca) Wheeler, James (Patricia) Wheeler, Ruth (Daniel) Martt, Daniel (Evelyn) Wheeler, David (Beverly) Wheeler, Mary (Bob) Parikh, Francine (Thomas) Klawinski and the late Emily Wheeler; loving brother of Elizabeth Stanhope, Catherine Courtwright and the late Frank and William Wheeler, Margaret Link and Dorothy Klosky; also survived by 26 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. His life was centered around his Catholic faith and his family in whom he took great delight. Visitation will be held Sunday and Monday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. at FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, 11311 Frankstown Rd. Service will be held Tuesday 10 a.m. at St. Bartholomew Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HEIN DAVID H. AGE 74, OF PITTS...
HEIN DAVID H. Age 74, of Pittsburgh, on September 2, 2015. Loving father of David William (Lisa) and Pamela Michelle Ondich (Andrew); dear brother of Mark; treasured grandfather of six; adoring great-grandfather of three. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RESTELLI GAIL (BLAKE) AGE 75, ...
RESTELLI GAIL (BLAKE) Age 75, of Allison Park, on September 3, 2015. Loving wife of Richard F. "Dick"; beloved daughter of the late Henry and Beulah (Carroll) Blake; cherished mother of Mark T. (Cathy Jo), Brett J. and the late Richard B. and Gregory J.; dear sister of Carol Slider (Jerry) and Barry T. Blake (Ann); adoring grandmother of Caitlin, Zachary, Alexandra, Blake, Jonathan, Brennan, Addison and Bailey; mother-in-law of Mary Pat; treasured aunt of Elizabeth Witmer; and friend of many. Celebration of Gail's Life Service Sat., September 12, 2015, at 11 a.m. in Memorial Park Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 8800 Peebles Rd., Allison Park, PA 15101. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the church or Animal Friends are suggested. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOLDS REV. DR. ANNETTE B. ON T...
BOLDS Rev. Dr. ANNETTE B. On Thursday, September 3, 2015, Rev. Dr. Annette B. Bolds, age 63, of Pittsburgh, died peacefully in her sleep. She was the daughter of the late Michael and Margaret Bobby; beloved wife of 31 years to Rev. Stanley Bolds; loving mother of Michael Bolds (Iris Jacob); grandmother of Ifetayo and Ozioma Bolds Jacob; sister of Marian Jarrett (Charles); sister-in-law of Elvin Martin (Faye); aunt of Lisa Heidkamp (Eric); and cousin of Michael B. Sisak, Theodore Sisak, Suzanne Katrinak, Patricia Brensinger, Toni Farah, Ron Michalisin, Michael Michalisin, David Michalisin, Judy O'Rourke, John Sisak, Jr., Carol Stern, and Mary Johnson, and their beloved children. Annette was a United Methodist pastor for 32 years throughout the Philadelphia, Chester and Pittsburgh areas, and was serving the Dravosburg and West Side (McKeesport) churches at the time of her passing. A lifelong educator, Annette taught at Philadelphia University and Beaver Community College, and recently received her Doctor of Ministry from Wesley Theological Seminary. As a United Methodist Elder, Annette was actively involved in several local and national church ministries and had a deep passion for social justice issues. Family will receive friends on Tuesday at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Ave., Bellevue, from 1-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., followed by a Parastas Service at 8 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m., with additional visitation one hour prior, at Calvary United Methodist Church, 971 Beech Avenue, Pittsburgh. www.ltmillerfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CREELY RUTH IRENE OF BROOKLINE...
CREELY RUTH IRENE Of Brookline, age 92, on Wednesday, September 2, 2015, at Country Meadows. Ruth was born December 25, 1922, the daughter of the late Robert and Georgianna Creely. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her seven brothers and sisters; Martha, Margaret, William, Tom, Ray, Russell and Robert. Ruth had been a prized employee of the A & P Grocery store for 30 years. She loved being a caregiver, which was demonstrated in her family and her concern for her roommates in the nursing home where she had lived for the last five years. Ruth was well liked by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Ruth is survived by her 14 nieces and nephews living in the surrounding area and out of state. The family would like to thank the staff and volunteers of Country Meadows for the care and kindness given to Ruth. As per her wishes, there will be a private interment in Jefferson Memorial Park. Arrangements by the BEINHAUER - FRYER FUNERAL HOME, 412-221-3800. Please view or add tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TAYLOR JOSIAH G. BELOVED SON A...
TAYLOR JOSIAH G. Beloved son and grandson, unexpectedly on September 1, 2015. Visitation Wednesday 1 to 3 p.m. at Warriors of Holiness In Power (WHIP Ministries), 1174 Mifflin Rd., Lincoln Place 15207. Funeral Service to begin at 3 p.m. Professional services entrusted to COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 412-661-5916. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEHNER JOHN MILTON AGE 92, OF ...
LEHNER JOHN MILTON Age 92, of Kennedy Twp, on Wednesday, September 2, 2015. Beloved husband of 55 years to Stella Mae (Krause) Lehner; son of the late Frank J. and Amy E. Robinson Lehner; brother of James (Margie) Lehner of Cary, NC, Louise Lehner of Cary, NC, the late Frank Lehner and the late Virginia Schaffer; special niece, Carol Krause Rozum and many other nieces and nephews including Fred C. Krause III, and especially his beloved dog, Matty. Mr. Lehner was a proud Army veteran of World War II having fought in the invasion of Normandy where he received a Purple Heart, former owner and founder of Type and Print Company, past Worshipful Master of John A. Brashear Lodge #743 F&AM, and a life member of the Syria Shrine. Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 12, 2015, in Ken Mawr United Presbyterian Church, 1760 Pine Hollow Rd., McKees Rocks, PA 15136. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAVIS SHERWOOD K. WOODY AGE ...
DAVIS SHERWOOD K. WOODY Age 58, of Sharpsburg, suddenly on Tuesday, September 1, 2015. Father of Melody Davis; beloved brother of Ramona (Jack) Dawgiello, Sherry Lee Johnson, Paulette Sauerland and Robert McLaughlin; also survived by nieces, nephews and many friends. He will be missed for his quick wit, great sense of humor and vast trivia knowledge. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the VALERIAN F. SZAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Helen St., McKees Rocks. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MURRELL MOSES L., SR. POPS O...
MURRELL MOSES L., Sr. POPS Of the Hill District, passed away suddenly on September 1, 2015, at the age of 89. Husband of the late Sarah E. Murrell; father of Donald Murrell (Carol), Moses Murrell, Jr. (late Jennifer), Lillie Murrell (Jeffery), Robert Murrell and the late Carolyn Murrell; brother of Jesse Murrell (Lula) and the late Louis Murrell; also survived by 18 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015, from 4-8 p.m. in the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219 where Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015, at 11 a.m. Interment with military honors Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NICHOLS JOHN D. ON THURSDAY, S...
NICHOLS JOHN D. On Thursday, September 3, 2015, of Swissvale. Loving son of Florence Seaman Nichols and the late James; dear brother of Lee Nichols and his wife, Monica of West Mifflin, Judi Cunzolo and her husband, Douglas of Forrest Hills, Dan Nichols of Swissvale, Anna Nichols of Swissvale and the late Jim; John loved being an uncle to his many nieces and nephews. John passed away from a year and a half battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis or ALS. The disease also claimed the lives of his father, James, in 1983 and his older brother, Jim, in 2008. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the wonderful staff at the ALS Association Western PA Chapter, 416 Lincoln Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15209, 412-831-3254. Please designate your contribution for patient and family care. NO VISITATION. PRIVATE BURIAL. Arrangements by the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, Swissvale. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PORTO EUGENIA GENA MARIA FOR...
PORTO EUGENIA GENA MARIA Formerly of Brentwood, PA and Ocean City, NJ, passed away while in hospice care on Monday, August 31, 2015, at the age of 61. Daughter of Kathryn and the late Sidney A. Porto; sister of James, Robert, Casey, and Teddy (Al Tucker) Porto, Cindy (Tony) McKay; and beloved aunt to several nephews, nieces, great- nephews and great-nieces. Gena earned her Ph.D. in Philosophy at Temple University and dedicated her life to teaching and lecturing at the college level. Specializing in Social, Political and Medical Philosophies, she traveled frequently to Cuba and by invitation to China. She received Distinguished Fellowship awards and grants and was recognized in the International Who's Who of Intellectuals. Throughout her life, Gena espoused the tenants of her philosophical beliefs with a strong will, a brilliant mind, an intense passion and a quick wit. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 11, 2015, from 3 p.m. until the 7 p.m. service at WEDDELL-AJAK FUNERAL HOME, 100 Center Ave., Aspinwall. In lieu of flowers, donations to a scholarship fund, library or educational cause of your choice would be a tribute to her "love of wisdom," which she acknowledged the study of philosophy to be. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MENSOR WALTER AGE 95, ON TUESD...
MENSOR WALTER Age 95, on Tuesday, September 1, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Marilynn Jane (Gruber); father of Lucy and M. Bonnie Mensor; brother of the late Elias, John, Nick and Madaline; also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great- nephews. Walt served his country during WWII with the United States Army. He also enjoyed dancing and horse racing. All services were private. Interment was held in Hope Cemetery, Cranesville, PA on September 3, 2015. Arrangements entrusted to SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, 412-921-3661. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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