SAVER WILLIAM E. Of Cumming, GA passed away December 23, 2016, peacefully at home. Born June 25, 1946, in Canonsburg, PA to the late William "Vic" Saver and Emma Salmon Saver, he was a resident of Pennsylvania until moving to Georgia in 2010. Bill is survived by wife, Nancy; sister, Joyce Grumbling; daughter, Julie Williams and her husband, Jim; son, Brad Saver and his wife, Kelly; as well as grandchildren, Ally, Nicki, and Tommy Williams and Leo and Henry Saver. Memorial will be private, and donations may be made to the University of Pittsburgh Alzheimer Disease Research Center. Condolences may be expressed at www.mcdonaldandson.com. Arrangements by McDONALD AND SON FUNERAL HOME, 150 Sawnee Drive, Cumming, GA 30040, (770) 886-9899. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LANE DAVID G. ON WEDNESDAY, JA...
LANE DAVID G. On Wednesday, January 4, 2017, David G., age 70, of Sheraden. Beloved husband of the late Katherine. Loving father of Matthew and Joshua (Jessica) Lane; and dear grandfather of Miranda Ventura and Nora, Jacob and Emily Lane; cherished brother of Lorraine Banzhof, Mary (Mark) Davin, Regis G. Lane, Rose Passatore and the late Charles and William Gordon and Bob, Tom, Hugh, Jim and Joey Lane; and much-loved uncle of many nieces and nephews. Dave touched the hearts of many and was a true blessing to all who knew him. Per Dave's request, services and interment will be private. Arrangements entrusted to HERSHBERGER - STOVER, INC. FUNERAL HOME, Crafton. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BON MARITA T. (SCIULLO) AGE 67...
BON MARITA T. (SCIULLO) Age 67, formerly of Pittsburgh, died peacefully in her Wilmington, North Carolina home on Monday, January 2, 2017. She was the loving daughter of E. Frank and Antoinette Sciullo (Mannella); beloved wife of Charles Bon; loving mother of Jessica Field (Christopher) and Stephen Bon (Sarah); beloved sister of Margaret Fields (Bob), John Sciullo, Dianne Bodnar (Dan), and Ginny Stempkowski (Lou); loving grandmother of Grayson, Lucy, Giulian, and Luke; and loving aunt to 15 nieces and nephews. Marita was a writer, artist, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and active Rotarian, former president of the Squirrel Hill Rotary Chapter. She touched the lives of so many. A celebration of life will be held in March in Pittsburgh. If desired, donations may be made in Marita's name to the Susan G. Komen organization. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CLARKE TIMOTHY D. AGE 54, OF L...
CLARKE TIMOTHY D. Age 54, of Lancaster, OH, passed away on Friday, December 23, 2016, at OSU Wexner Medical Center. He was a mechanical supervisor for AEP in Columbus. Tim was born in Pittsburgh, PA on September 28, 1962, a graduate of North Allegheny High School (1980) and Triangle Institute of Technology (1982). Tim is survived by the love of his life, wife Lesley (Cotton) Clarke and the pride of his life, son Christopher Clarke of Lancaster. Also survived by family who loved him dearly: mother, Ruth A. Clarke of Pittsburgh; brother, Jim (Teresa) Clarke of Pittsburgh; and a sister, Terry White of Punxsutawney; nieces and nephews, Sean, Shannon, Patrick, R.F., Heather and Selena; father and mother-in-law, David and Jane Cotton of Sewickley; sister-in-law, Kelly (Tom) Slack of Pittsburgh; brothers-in-law, Brent Cotton of Pittsburgh and David Cotton of Seattle. Tim was preceded in death by father, James F. Clarke. Tim will forever be remembered for his love and support of family, his ever-present wit and humor, his passion for the Steelers, Pens and Pirates, his kindness for the many rescue dogs that he and Lesley saved, and for how he lifted all of our spirits just by being around him. To honor Tim, a celebration of his life is planned for June 24, 2017, in Pittsburgh. For details, please see the Tim Clarke Memorial Picnic event on Facebook. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DIANA ERIC MATTHEW FORMERLY OF...
DIANA ERIC MATTHEW Formerly of Moon Township, PA. Bacon lover, outdoorsman, homebuilder, husband, and father, Eric Matthew Diana, 39, of Goose Creek, SC, was taken home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 21, 2016, after a valiant struggle against pancreatic cancer. Eric was born June 12, 1977, in Wausau, WI, to his parents, Andrew Andy and Diana Dunlap Diana of Moon Township, PA. He graduated from Moon High School where he enjoyed playing tuba in the band and being a D.J. His strong work ethic was obvious as a teenager - cutting grass with his own used riding lawn mower, delivering newspapers and pizza and working at Wendy's. Eric attended Lock Haven University in PA, College of Charleston, University of South Carolina and Trident Technical College. His hobbies included four wheeling, camping, building Legos with his son Matthew, gun and flashlight collecting, and being "Mr. Fix-it". As much as he enjoyed his down-time, Eric loved being a true quality home builder and Director of Procurement for Beazer Homes. He made home buying a pleasure for his 650+ home owners in Charleston (some were even repeat buyers). Everyone will always remember Eric for his can-do attitude and tenacity. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Cristhiane Diana; seven year old son, Matthew Joseph Diana; parents and sisters, Rachel Diana (Anthony Cate) of Blacksburg, VA and Allison Diana-Tuten (Shannon Tuten) of Moore, SC; grandparents, Genevie Diana and Dorothy Kabel; mother-in-law, Elzamar Sturkie; nephews and niece, Jacob, Nathaniel, and Lily-Anne. A memorial service celebrating Eric's life will be held Sunday, January 15, 2017, at 3:00 p.m. (followed by fellowship and a meal in the social hall) at the Presbyterian Church of Coraopolis, 1201 Fifth Ave., Coraopolis PA 15108. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Charleston Foundation, 676 Wando Park Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 or The American Cancer Society, 5900 Core Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29406. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted to: www.mcalister-smith.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MURPHY GERALDINE B. (BANCALE) ...
MURPHY GERALDINE B. (BANCALE) GERRY Of Bethel Park, at home, on Thursday, January 5, 2017, age 93, wife of the late John L. Murphy; beloved mother of Marcia Murphy-Bastyr (Joe), J. Douglas (Lori) and Bruce; sister of Jeanne Yvonne Streeter, June Bancale and the late Anthony Bancale; loving grandmother of Patrick (Krystal), Sarah Rooney (Chris), Christopher (Christine), Adam and Audra Bastyr; great- grandmother of Caydence Murphy. Gerry was the head of payroll at USC School District for 20 years. She was a member and past-president of Bethel Women's Club and St. Valentine Christian Mothers. Visitation Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road (RT 88), Library. Mass of Christian Burial Monday at 10:00 a.m. in St. Valentine Church. www. davidhenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MULHOLLAND DANIEL BRIAN AGE 64...
MULHOLLAND DANIEL BRIAN Age 64, of Palm Beach, FL and Easton, PA, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2017, after a hard fought struggle with pancreatic cancer at home with his wife, Donna. He was born May 29, 1952 and was raised in Pittsburgh, PA. Dan graduated from Bethel Park High School in 1970. Dan was preceded in death by his parents, William and Barbara Mulholland. Dan graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Lehigh University in 1974 and then earned an MBA from the Ohio State University. At Lehigh University, he was named to the Small College All- American Football Team and was awarded the Wall Street Journal Student Achievement Award as the outstanding Finance Major. In 2004, Dan was recognized with Lehigh University's Alumni of the Year award. Dan began his business career in June, 1974 at the J.T. Baker Chemical Company in Phillipsburg, NJ. After serving in numerous management positions he became the President of J.T. Baker Inc, (a division of Procter and Gamble) in 1992. He then became the President / Vice President and General Manager of Mallinckrodt Baker, Inc. (a division of Tyco International and Mallinckrodt Inc.) in 1995. Upon retirement from Mallinckrodt Baker Inc., Dan became the President and CEO of DBMulholland & Associates in 2002 to the present. Dan also was the senior consultant to the Enterprise Systems Center of Lehigh University until the present. In addition to his positions as president of Mallinckrodt Baker Inc. and DBMulholland & Associates, Dan was a member of the Laboratory Products Association from 1984 to 2001 and served twice on its board of directors. He has also served on the Board of Directors of the Nazareth National Bank, Keystone Nazareth Bank and Trust, Sovereign Specialty Chemicals, United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley and the Children's Home of Easton. He also served on the Board of Directors and as Treasurer for the Center for Family Services in West Palm Beach, FL. In Dan's spare time, he enjoyed boating, fishing, golfing and tailgating. Dan is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Donna Musulin Mulholland, his son Scott Mulholland (Kate) and his grandson, Decker John of Chicago, IL, his twin brother, Robert Mulholland (Carol) of New Vernon, NJ and sister, Susan Mitchell (John) of Winchester, MA. He is also survived by his nephews, Brian Mulholland (Lauren) of NYC, NY and Nicholas Wukich of Dallas, TX and nieces, Susan Mulholland Kelleher (Thomas) and Alexis Wukich (Joseph Nocito, Jr.) of Pittsburgh, PA. Dan's love of his family, his hard work ethic, his devotion to friends, his loyalty to Lehigh University and his commitment to community service made him a highly respected and much loved human being. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a gift to: The Athletic Partnership, The Daniel Mulholland Memorial Football Fund of Lehigh University, 641 Taylor St., Bethlehem, PA 18015, or Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Cathedral, 450 Maxwell Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A Viewing will be held on Sunday, January 8, 2017, from 4-8 p.m. at QUATTLEBAUM FUNERAL HOME, 5411 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33417. The following day, Monday, January 9, 2017, a memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. A Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, January 21, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. at the Packer Memorial Church at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA, 18015. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PULLANO MARY JANE (CAPUANO) AG...
PULLANO MARY JANE (CAPUANO) Age 87 of McCandless, a former longtime resident of East Liberty, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 4, 2017. Wife of the late Joseph Pullano; loving mother of Nannette (Anthony) Luciano and Deborah (Tom) Dettling; cherished Nonnie of Domenic Luciano, Andria (Joseph) Janos and Dayna (Bill) Bradley; great-Nonnie of Devin, Ella, Bria and Lucas; sister- in-law of Nancy (Al) Pullano Kober; devoted cousin of Mary Lou Trojanowski; sister Grace Babuscio, CDP and Dolores Grana. Preceded in death by her son-in-law, Ronald Smith; and granddaughter, Genna Smith. Friends will be received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1032 Perry Highway, Ross Twp., (412-364-4444). Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Sebastian Church. Burial will follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial donations to the Free Care Fund at Children's Hospital or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Allegheny County. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KEENER DALTON A. AGE 79, OF MC...
KEENER DALTON A. Age 79, of McKees Rocks, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2017. He was the son of the late Herman and Paulette Keener. He is survived by sisters, Paulette Pongratz and Claudia Crivelli and many nieces and nephews. Dalton was a longtime teacher at Wilmerding High School, Swissvale High School and Woodland Hills High School. He was also a charter member of the Rox Sportsmen's Club. As per his wishes, there will not be a visitation/service. Donations may be made in Dalton's name to Focus On Renewal (F.O.R.), 701 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks, PA 15136. Arrangements entrusted to McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HIMMLER FRANK H. PEACEFULLY, O...
HIMMLER FRANK H. Peacefully, on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, Frank Herbert Himmler, age 101, of Perrysville. Beloved husband of nearly sixty years of the late Margaretta (English) Himmler; father of Arleen (David) Ortmann of McCandless Twp. and Eleanor Himmler of Denver, CO; brother of the late Helene Bertges and Reba O'Hanlon; grandfather of Michael (Kelly) Ortmann, Elaine (Angel) Acosta, Caroline (Jeffery) Williams,and Kaelin (Richard Duggan) Tillery; great- grandfather of Lindsey, Tyler, Charlotte, Violet, Tristin, Maggie, Tucker and Eleanor; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends received Sunday 7-9 p.m. and Monday 9:30 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11:30 a.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Hwy., Pgh., PA 15237. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice, 3500 Brooktree Rd., Suite 320, Wexford, PA 15090. Frank retired after 35 years from Union Switch & Signal/WABCO. He was a member of Hiland Presbyterian Church and a familiar figure at Perry Park Lanes through his one hundredth year. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUECHEL LUDWIG AGE 85, OF PITT...
BUECHEL LUDWIG Age 85, of Pittsburgh, passed away, on Wednesday, January 4, 2017. Husband of Mildred L. (Hoffmann) Buechel. Ludwig was born on June 11, 1931 in Pittsburgh, PA. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 63 years, Mildred L. (Hoffmann) Buechel; his three children, Paul (Susan) Buechel, June Buzzelli and Donna Tutino (Vince); seven grandchildren, Nicole Gruener, Brian Buechel, Tim Buechel, Michelle Buzzelli, Lisa Smock, Autumn Shaffer, Adam Lucas; twelve great-grandchildren; and sister, Paulina Hardt. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his grandson, Paul Buechel Jr. Ludwig graduated from Shaler High School in 1949 and in 2006 he was inducted into the Shaler High School Hall of Fame for being a member of the only undefeated football team in Shaler history. Ludwig was a proud second generation owner of Buechel Painting. He will be deeply missed by his loving family, friends and to all who knew him. Friends will be received in the ELOISE B. KYPER FUNERAL HOME, 2702 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, PA. 15116 on Friday, January 6, 2017 from 2-7 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 10 a.m. Interment will be held in private. Written tributes and memorials are welcomed and encouraged at: Kyperfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HUNTER JUDITH L. AGE 73, ON DE...
HUNTER JUDITH L. Age 73, on December 31, 2016, of South Hills. Loving mother of the late Thomas R. Hunter and Kimberly Storino; grambo of Mark, Jr., Nicole, Michael, and Misty; great- grandmother of six great- grandchildren. Private burial. Arrangements by STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, 412-321-0495. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCINTYRE RAYMOND T. AGE 85, OF...
McINTYRE RAYMOND T. Age 85, of Ohara Twp., died peacefully at home on January 2, 2017. Beloved husband of Irene (Tanski) McIntyre for 62-plus years; preceded in death by his parents, Selma and James McIntyre, sons-in-law, Michael Reilly and Glenn Fairchild; and by a granddaughter, Arianna. Raymond was a Korean War veteran and member of VFW 9197. He was loved by all he encountered and will be dearly missed. He is also survived by sisters, Patricia and Audrey; and his children, Antoinette Reilly, Rae Ann Fairchild, Dr. Michelle (Loel) Tubbs, James McIntyre and Kathleen (David) Guthrie; grandfather to Kathleen, Colleen, Christine, Kelly, Glenn, James, Christopher, Patrick, Sara, Nicholas, Buck and Noelle; great-grandfather to Kyle, Reilly, Amelia, Kyler, Charlotte, Raymond, Camden, Trinity and Miles. THERE WILL BE NO VISITATION. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 10 a.m. from St. Joseph Church, Ohara Twp. Interment will be private. WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-782-2211. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TIMKO ANN RED (HARRIS) OF MU...
TIMKO ANN RED (HARRIS) Of Munhall/Homestead on January 4, 2017, age 93. Daughter of the late Michael and Susanna (Trella) Harris; beloved mother of Trona (Bob) Paganico; sister of the late Michael and John Harris and Mary Dandar; grandmother of Dacia and Luca Paganico and Kira (Michael) Paganico- Fischer; great-grandmother of Nicholas, Noah, Kaitlyn, Kylie and Emma. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, Monday 1-8 p.m. Panachida Service Monday evening 7 p.m. Funeral Service Tuesday, 10 a.m. in St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, Homestead. Ann was a wonderful dancer and retired from Kaufmann's downtown after 40 years of service in the shoe dept. Her family would like to thank the third floor staff of Seneca Place for their special care and compassion. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZAPATA VIRGINIA A. (FABBIO) AG...
ZAPATA VIRGINIA A. (FABBIO) Age 53, of Beechview, on Thursday, January 5, 2017. Beloved wife of Alberto A. Zapata; loving sister of Janet Voelzke, Roseann and Carmen (Janet) Fabbio; beloved aunt of Ricco, Brittany and Alexis Fabbio; daughter of the late Gerald and Diane Fabbio. Visitations on Sunday 2-8 p.m. at the BRUSCO - FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 214 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington (412 381-2323). Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Mount Church on Monday at 10 a.m. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LANE DOUGLAS M. QUIETLY ON JAN...
LANE DOUGLAS M. Quietly on January 5, 2017, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was the past president of the Pgh. Gentlemen's Biker Club. Friends may call Monday, January 9, 2017, 4-8 p.m. at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 800 Center St. at South Ave., Wilkinsburg. Funeral ceremony Tuesday, January 10, 2017, 11 a.m. at Love Fellowship Church, 232 Church St., Turtle Creek. Burial Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BLANKENSHIP LYDIA (SUNUKJIAN) ...
BLANKENSHIP LYDIA (SUNUKJIAN) Longtime resident of Carnegie, passed away on January 4, 2017, at St. Clair Hospital following several years of continuous, loving care by her beloved husband, Bill. Born in Troy, NY on June 17, 1938, to the late Peter and Alice Sunukjian, she graduated from Troy High School and attended Albany Business College. Many of Lydia's happiest memories were of her teenage summers spent as a lifeguard and giving water safety lessons to campers of the Methodist Farm summer community on Crooked Lake in Averill Park, NY. In 1960, she married William P. Blankenship, an engineer with Westinghouse Electric Corporation, and moved to Pittsburgh. There, she enjoyed a long professional career as a senior secretary with IBM Corporation, and made many lifelong friends. An avid bridge player, she also was active in the Red Hat Society (Red Hatters) and the Carnegie Lifespan Senior Center. Lydia is survived by her husband, William, of 56 years; sister, Joan Bramfitt (Bruce); brother, John Sunukjian (Margie); brothers-in-law, Dr. David Blankenship (Cathy) and James Blankenship (Jane). She was a loving aunt to many nieces and nephews and their families. Family and friends are welcome on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Road, Scott Twp., PA 15220, and at a memorial service there on Wednesday 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Armenian Missionary Association or to the local Food Bank of one's choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HRYSHCHYSHYN BOHDAN ON WEDNESD...
HRYSHCHYSHYN BOHDAN On Wednesday, January 4, 2017, age 87, formerly of Philadelphia PA, residing in Bethel Park, PA. Husband of the late Mary Sowirka, beloved father of Mark (Deborah) Hryshchyshyn and Donna Hryshchyshyn; grandfather of Larissa (Michael) Brady and Stephanie Hryshchyshyn; great-grandfather of Lana and Noah Brady; brother of Michael Hryshchyshyn; brother-in-law of Taras Sowirka and the late Miron Sowirka and Olga Sowirka. Family and friends will be received at the VLADIMIR S. CORBA FUNERAL HOME, 300 E. Main St., Carnegie on Monday 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. with a Parastas at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Tuesday 10 a.m. with everyone meeting at Ss. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church on Mansfield Blvd. in Carnegie. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FLINN RICHARD D., ESQ. ON WEDN...
FLINN RICHARD D., Esq. On Wednesday afternoon, January 4, 2017, age 93, of Scott Twp., at Concordia of Franklin Park. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 28, 1923, he was the son of the late Charles Edward and Florence Hughey Flinn. Richard was a graduate of the College and School of Law of the University of Pittsburgh. He had been the Vice President of the Trust Department of Mellon National Bank and Trust of Pittsburgh. He had served as a Sgt. in the United States Marine Corps during WWII. The family would like to thank the staff at Concordia of Franklin Park for their care and kindness and the AHN Hospice for their expertise and support. Surviving are a nephew, Richard C. Flinn and his wife, Cynthia of Mars,; a great-niece, Erica Flinn; and a great-nephew, James Flinn. He was preceded in death by his wife, Bertha Mae Progner Flinn; by a sister, Carolyn M. Flinn; and by a brother, Charles H. Flinn. Memorials may be made to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, 800 Waterfront Dr., Pgh., PA 15222. Service and interment are private under the direction of the McDONALD - AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA and condolences are available at: www.mcdonald-aeberli.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOJNAR BERNARD BERNIE AGE 78...
WOJNAR BERNARD BERNIE Age 78, of Blawnox, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2017. Loving husband of Thomaseen; brother of Geraldine Blaha; son of the late Anthony and Helen Wojnar; and brother-in-law of Kathleen Skalican. Also survived by his cat, Maya. No Visitation. Family and friends to meet at St. Pio Parish, St. Edward Church, 450 Walnut Street, Blawnox, PA 15238 on Monday, January 9, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. for Funeral Mass. Interment to follow. Many thanks to Harmar Village for taking special care of Bernie. Professional services trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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