PRYBOCK JOHN A. Age 81, of Penn Hills, succumbed to cancer on February 1, 2017, while being surrounded by loved ones whom he selflessly supported without fail. John was born May 26, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York to Ruby and James Przybocki and moved to Verona where he attended school and excelled in athletics. He served as a Marine and upon earning an honorable discharge worked for the U.S. Post Office as a letter carrier for 39 years. His work ethic, highlighted by him simultaneously working part-time at Oakmont Country Club (OCC), was only matched by his love and dedication as a husband, father, and grandfather. He never missed a school play or Little League game, personifying devotion to family and a limitless love. Even on the first night of his chemotherapy he mustered the strength to attend an awards banquet for his daughter. John continued to work at OCC following his retirement from the post office while spending time with family and enjoying his tomato garden. His kindness, care, and generosity have touched countless lives, served as a role model to which to aspire, and will continue to live on with his wife, Marilyn; his three children, Frank Prybock (Cheryl), Barbara Calfe (Victor), and David Prybock (Karin); as well as his seven grandchildren; and two great- grandchildren. His love will be missed and felt always. Services and interment will be private. Arrangements entrusted to the ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. Memorial contributions may be made in John's name to Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232, Attn: William M. Cooper Pavilion. Online condolences may be made to: englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LISCIO FRED A. PASSED AWAY ON ...
LISCIO FRED A. Passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2017, of natural causes, of Braddock Hills. Husband of the late Mary (Campano) Liscio; loving father of Ronald Liscio of Braddock Hills, Edward P. Liscio and his wife, Jane of Cambridge, MA and the late Fred Liscio, Jr. and his surviving wife, Denise; dear Pap Pap of Ron, Emily, Mark and Samantha; brother-in-law of Ellen Liscio. Fred proudly served in the Army in Europe during WWII. He was a well known bricklayer and belonged to the Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 9. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. SUNDAY ONLY at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial in the St. Maurice Roman Catholic Church on Monday morning at 10 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BELANCHIK JANET LEE (ROSSI) ON...
BELANCHIK JANET LEE (ROSSI) On Wednesday, February 1, 2017. Janet, age 73, of Braddock Hills, passed away at home. Beloved wife of the late Michael Belanchik; loving sister of Richard A. (Delores) Rossi of Morristown, TN, and Jo-Ann (Leo) Pollak; aunt of Jody Pollak and Gay V. (Matt) Bartges. Also two great-nieces and one great-nephew. Janet was a nurse at UPMC Mercy and the LGAR home when it was located in Swissvale. Friends received Friday 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the JAMES F. KUTCH FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY, 433 Lincoln Hwy., East McKeesport, PA 15035. Parastas 2 p.m. Friday with Panachida Service Saturday 10 a.m. at funeral home. Burial will follow in Monongahela Cemetery. www.kutchfuneralhome.org Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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O'SHELL RICHARD B. RICHARD B. ...
O'SHELL RICHARD B. Richard B. O'Shell passed away on January 25, 2017. He was living in Cincinnati, OH, but grew up in North Versailles, PA. He is survived by his siblings, Robert W. O'Shell (Jean, nee McCarthy), Gary P. O'Shell and Bobbie (BJ) O'Shell Holterman (Gary). Memorial Service in Cincinnati, Ohio February 11, 2017. Full details may be found at: www.muellerfunerals.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BECKER MICHAEL JOSEPH AGE 84, ...
BECKER MICHAEL JOSEPH Age 84, of Allison Park, in the loving arms of his family at home. Dearest beloved husband and best friend for 60 years to adoring wife, Millie (Johnston); devoted father of Mark (Carol) of Ocean Ridge, FL, Matt (Patti) of Spraggs, PA, Michelle (Matt) Fiehrer of Hampton, PA and Martin (Robin) of San Francisco, CA. Most loving Pap to Michael, Madison, and Max Fiehrer, Martin Wolfgang and Maximilian Bear Becker, Matthew and Mikaila Becker and Allyssa Raling; supportive loving brother to Audrey Reis of Clearwater, FL. He was preceded in death by his oldest son, Michael Andrew (1961); and his parents, Michael and Marguerite Becker of McKnight Village. Mike, a graduate of and football team member for North Catholic High School, proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War where he was trained as a Combat Engineer and Code Radio Operator. Mike worked for Alcoa's Engineering Division and various Pittsburgh structural engineering firms before retiring from Eichleay Engineering in 1998. He personally built the family's Shaler residence in 1962 where they still live today, and proudly graduated his four children from Shaler High School and Penn State University. His very active 20 years in retirement were spent touring the US and Canada on his Harley Davidson and Corvette with Millie in tow; cruising and traveling the world on marvelous vacations, wintering at their beach home in Ocean Ridge, FL; organizing North Catholic reunion events; and watching thousands of sporting events and other activities of his beloved superstar grandkids. Mike always believed he was blessed with a special life. A consummate family man and nicest guy ever, with a joyful spirit, great sense of humor and ability to befriend everyone he met, he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Friends will be received Saturday 5-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-7 p.m. at BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Bonaventure Church, Glenshaw on Monday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AITKEN LOIS J. (GERMEYER) AGE ...
AITKEN LOIS J. (GERMEYER) Age 87, of Ohara Twp., on Thursday, February 2, 2017. Wife of the late Charles E. Aitken; loving mother of Robert E. Aitken, Mike and Bill DiCarlo, Cheryl Michalowski, Shirley Penwell, Thomas Aitken and the late George, Marvin and Steve Aitken; sister of the late John, Charles, Virginia, Kate, Betty and Ellen; also survived by many grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Friends received SUNDAY 12-4 and 7-9 p.m. at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 820 Main St., Sharpsburg, where services will be conducted Monday at 10:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALSTON WILLO DEAN ROPER MOSS A...
ALSTON WILLO DEAN ROPER MOSS Age 94, of Toddtown, AL. Survived by three daughters, Margaret Moore, Vonciel Caver and Grace Robinson, all of Pittsburgh, PA; one son, Taylor Moss of Toddtown, AL; grandchildren, great- grandchildren and great-great- grandchildren. Service will be held on Sat., Feb. 4, 2017, 2:30 p.m., Pine Chapel No. 2 Baptist Church in Toddtown, interment will follow in the church cemetery. JACKSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Jackson, AL. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ALEXANDER JANE ELLEN AGE 57, O...
ALEXANDER JANE ELLEN Age 57, of 36th St., Pittsburgh, PA died at Magee- Womens Hospital-UPMC, Pittsburgh, PA the afternoon of Wednesday, February 1, 2017. She was born June 29, 1959, in St. Mary's, PA a daughter of the late Joseph R. and Mary Conway Alexander. Jane graduated from Cameron County High School, Indiana University of Pennsylvania (BS Ed.) and was a Ph.D. candidate in Psychiatric Epidemiology at the University of Pittsburgh. She held a wide variety of research, counseling, education, and clinical positions including research subject advocate within the University of Pittsburgh and affiliated hospitals. Most recently she was a regulatory compliance officer at UPMC working with clinicians and legal experts to ensure compliance with federal law. Jane is survived by her brother, John (Carol) Alexander, Redwood City, CA; two nephews, Steven Barrett, Rochester, NY and Tim Barrett, Lima, NY. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph R. and Mary Conway Alexander, Jr.; and a sister, Lori Barrett. There will be No Visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service to be held at the First United Methodist Church, 306 S. Spruce St., Emporium, PA on Monday, February 6, 2017, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Joseph Short, Pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Newton Cemetery, Emporium, PA. Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, INC. entrusted with arrangements. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORGAN CHARLES E. AGE 60 OF MT...
MORGAN CHARLES E. Age 60 of Mt. Washington, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 31, 2017. Loving father of Amber M. (Keith) Morgan, Nicole (David) Yanalivich and Megan A. Morgan; beloved brother of Catherine, Bonnie, George, Steven, David and the late Robert, Shirley, Michael and Dennis; cherished Pappy of Devin, Makaila, Keith, Anjelique, Jordan, Camryn, Audriaunna, Jaida and Darrall III; also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation Saturday 2 p.m. until time of Service at 7 p.m. WM. SLATER & SONS, INC., 301 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington 15211 (412-381-3345). Interment private. Memorials may be made to the Leukemia Society. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EVANOVICH DOROTHY M. (GEYER) A...
EVANOVICH DOROTHY M. (GEYER) Age 87, on Wednesday, February 1, 2017, formerly of Brentwood. Beloved wife of Nicholas J. "Nick" Evanovich; loving mother of Nicholas J. "Nick" (Sue) Evanovich, Jr.; grandmother of Kelly (Andy) McNeilis and Nicholas J. "N.J." Evanovich III; great- grandmother of Cammy, Isla, Caiden and Jude. Dorothy was predeceased by her three brothers, Richard, Harry, and Bill Geyer. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Saturday, February 4, 2017, from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Monday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sylvester Church at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROCCO ANTOINETTE C. (PICCIONI)...
ROCCO ANTOINETTE C. (PICCIONI) Age 93, formerly of Squirrel HiIl, PA, died peacefully at her home in Florida, surrounded by her children, on Sunday January 29, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Thomas J. Rocco; loving mother of Theresa (Bill) DiPiero, Joseph J. Rocco, and Thomas J. (Dolores) Rocco Jr.; grandmother of Bill, Claire, Katie, and Leo DiPiero; sister of Frank Dascola and the late Patrick and John Piccioni, John, Jesse, Ben Dascola and Marie (Dascola) Tripodi. Visitation Friday, Feb. 3, 2017 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME 500 Greenfield Ave., Pgh., PA 15207. Funeral Saturday at 11:30 a.m. followed by Funeral Mass in St. Rosalia Church at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Catholic Hospice, 14875 NW 77th Ave., Suite 100, Miami Lakes, FL 33014. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DITHRICH OLIVE M. (SCHUSTER) A...
DITHRICH OLIVE M. (SCHUSTER) A longtime resident of Baldwin Borough, at age 97, died on Tuesday, January 31, 2017, at Southwestern Healthcare Center. Olive was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 74 years, Leo J. Dithrich, Jr.; and her son, John W. Dithrich. She is survived by her daughter, Diane (Mel) Cecotti; daughter- in-law, Charlene Dithrich; grandchildren, Kevin Cecotti, Keith (Diana) Cecotti, Jill (Sam) Jessee and Beth (Brad) Shapiro; great-grandchildren, Carter (Carly), Ted and Preston Cecotti, Natalie, Lilly and John Shapiro, as well as many nieces and nephews. Also preceded in death by her parents, Olive (Rosa) and John Schuster; sister, Seville Weslager; and granddaughter- in-law, Kathleen Cecotti. Friends received Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5636 Brownsville Road, (at 6th St.), South Park Twp. (412) 655-4600 where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. Entombment to follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Condolences may be offered for the family at: www.GriffithFH.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WAHL JOHANNA MARIE (FINNIGAN) Age 75, of Pittsburgh, passed away on January 31, 2017. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on January 8, 1942, to the late Robert and Jenny Finnigan. Johanna was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Roger Wahl; and son, Albert (Kim survives) Wahl. She is survived by her children, Johanna (Francis) Deasis, Dorothy (Eric) Alexandroff, Timothy (Cathie) Wahl and Theodore (Beth) Wahl; grandchildren, Joshua, Christopher, Keith, Jacqueline, Noah, Lydia, Dayna, Sam, Kayla, and Timmy, Jr., as well as siblings, nieces and nephews. Visitation for Johanna will be held on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Pleasant Hills. A Funeral Ceremony will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel. Entombment will take place in Jefferson Memorial Park. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BURTON BETTY LOU (HAMMOND) PAS...
BURTON BETTY LOU (HAMMOND) Passed away peacefully, on Saturday, January 28, 2017. Beloved mother of Angela (Amy Brown) Burton, Reginald Wallace and the late Kirt Hammond; loving grandmother of Aleia, Atiyah, Aaron Darian, Shylonda, Raven and Adaire; sister of Raymond (Eunice) Hammond and Carole Alexander; sister-in-law of Joann Hammond. Friends received at RAPP FUNERAL HOME, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pgh., PA 15235 Saturday from 10 a.m. until time of Service at 12 noon. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BORNSCHEUER PHYLLIS A. Phyllis A. Bornscheuer, age 79, of McDonald, PA, passed away peacefully with her beloved Bob by her side on Monday, January 30, 2017. Born on October 30, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Bernice and Joseph Meny. Loving wife of Bob Yanch; beloved mother of Tim (Kathy) Bornscheuer, Ken (Diane) Bornscheuer, and Dan (Pam) Bornscheuer; adored grandmother of Bliss, Breanne, and Jamie; sister of Jean (Ed) Doyle and the late Sharlene (Dick) Cain; also survived by Bob's daughters, Carly, Candice, and Cindy, and his granddaughters, Abby and Emily. Phyllis was the owner of Phyllis' Fashions since 1981. She was an avid slots player and loved to travel. Phyllis will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. In lieu of flowers, go to the casino and play the slots for Phyllis. Family and friends are welcome on Sunday, February 5, 2017, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, 724-260-5546. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MIHALJEVIC PATRICIA ANN (PAWLO...
MIHALJEVIC PATRICIA ANN (PAWLOWSKI) Patricia Ann (Pawlowski) Mihaljevic, 79, of West Mifflin, died Thursday, February 2, 2017, in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born August 14, 1937, in Braddock, she was the daughter of the Late Joseph A. and Ann M. (Gelumbus) Pawlowski. Mrs. Mihaljevic was a member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, West Mifflin, its Confraternity of Christian Mothers, a volunteer for Meals on Wheels, and was a former secretary for the former Duquesne Works, U.S. Steel Corporation. Beloved wife of the Late Rudolph R. "Rudy" Mihaljevic, she is survived by two sons, Ronald J. (Susan E.) Mihaljevic of McDonald and Michael (Julie L.) Mihaljevic of Lancaster; a brother, Robert Pawlowski of Munhall; three sisters, Janet Bucko of Connecticut, Judy Capra of Upper St. Clair, and Vivian Mazzaresa of West Mifflin; and six grandchildren, Brooke, Emily, Tyler, Taylor, Megan and Joshua. Family and friends will be received on Monday, February 6, 2017, from 2-4 and 7-9:30 p.m. in the WILLIAM S. SKOVRANKO MEMORIAL HOME, INC., Richford and Commonwealth Avenue, Duquesne. A Blessing in the Memorial Home at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 7, 2017, will be followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Holy Trinity Church with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski as Celebrant. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ELFENBEIN SETH SAMUEL AGE 61, ...
ELFENBEIN SETH SAMUEL Age 61, beloved son of the late Josef and Esther Elfenbein, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2017, after a brief illness. Born and raised in Oneonta, NY, Seth had moved to Pittsburgh to be closer to his late sister, Saralouise Reis and enjoyed many good friendships there amongst the residents and staff of Schenley Gardens. Seth was preceded in death by his parents, Josef and Esther Elfenbein, and his sisters, Jill L. Elfenbein and Saralouise Reis. He is survived by his siblings, Adam D. Elfenbein (Arlington, VA) and Lisa K. Elfenbein (Albany, NY); his nephews, Ezra Reis (Sonja), Ari Reis and Efrem Reis (Lauren); and several grandnieces and nephews. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BLOCKOWICZ EDWARD HENRY AGE 90...
BLOCKOWICZ EDWARD HENRY Age 90, of Catonsville, MD (Charlestown Retirement Community), formerly of Rockville, MD, passed from this life on January 31, 2017, at Gilchrist Hospice Center in Columbia, MD. He was the beloved husband of Margaret (Patsy) Blockowicz (Stapinsky), his wife of 63 years. Edward was born July 30, 1926, in Morgan, PA to Julia (Rakoczy) and Joseph Blockowicz. He served in the United States Army in both World War II and the Korean Conflict and received an honorable discharge after both enlistments. After his service, he attended Clarion State Teachers College where he also played football and then obtained his Master's in Education at the University of Pittsburgh. He and Patsy were married June 6, 1953. He taught biology at McDonald High School in McDonald, PA where he also coached football before moving to Rockville, MD to raise his family while teaching and coaching football at Woodward High School in North Bethesda, MD and for Montgomery County, MD Schools until he retired from teaching in 1988. After his retirement, Ed and Patsy enjoyed traveling with the retired teachers. They vacationed in New Smyrna Beach, FL every winter for 20 years with friends. He also enjoyed golf and worked as a starter at Needwood Golf Club in Montgomery County, MD as well as a scorekeeper and referee for county softball and basketball games for many years. He loved sports and enjoyed watching his grandchildren play as well. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He and Patsy moved from Rockville, MD to Charlestown Retirement Community in 2015. Ed was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and great- grandfather. In addition to his wife, Ed is survived by daughters, JoAnn Santmyer (Garry) of Mount Airy, MD, Judith McNamara (Peter) of Ellicott City, MD; and son, Joel Blockowicz (Veronica) of Potomac, MD. Ed was known as "Dziadzi" (Judgie) to his treasured eight grandchildren, Kyle Santmyer (Allissa) of Conway, SC, James Santmyer of Mount Airy, MD and Ryan Santmyer of Myrtle Beach, SC, Lauren (McNamara) Hollinger (Aaron) of New York, NY, William McNamara of Carlsbad, CA, Joel Blockowicz, Jr. of New York, NY, Margot Blockowicz (d) and Anna Blockowicz of Potomac, MD; and two great-grandchildren Lucas Santmyer and McKinley Santmyer. Ed is also survived by his three sisters, Genevieve Chatowski of Bridgeville, PA, Celeste Stasiowski of Carnegie, PA, and Loretta Miller of Clearwater, FL; and many nieces and nephews. A Mass in celebration of Ed's life will be held at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Community on the Charlestown Campus, 711 Maiden Choice Lane, Catonsville, MD 21228 on Saturday, February 11, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive guests prior to Mass from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Inurnment with military honors will occur at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Ed's name to the American Heart Association or Catholic Charities. Online tributes and condolences may be made at hubbardfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JONES JEROME J. TINY Jerome J. Tiny Jones, age 61, peacefully and surrounded by family, passed away Monday, January 30, 2017. Visitation Monday, February 6, 2017, 4-8 p.m. at SPRIGGS - WATSON FUNERAL HOME, N. Lang Ave. Funeral Tuesday, February 7, 2017, 10 a.m. Corpus Christi Church, Lincoln Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DRAGO FRANCES (SCALISE) Frances (Scalise) Drago, 95, of Sherwood Oaks, Cranberry Twp. formerly of Duquesne, died Thursday, February 2, 2017 in UPMC Passavant, McCandless Twp. Born November 17, 1921, in Bella Nicastro, Italy. She was the daughter of the Late Antonio and Caterina (Godino) Scalise. Mrs. Drago was a member of Christ, The Light Of The World Parish, Duquesne. Beloved wife of the late Charles S. Drago; she is survived by a son, Charles (Monica) Drago of Hampton Twp.; a daughter, Jane (Jack) Shelley, of Cranberry Twp.; a brother, Anthony Scalise of West Mifflin; and six grandchildren, Brian Shelley, Jason (Amber) Shelley, Jared (Lana) Shelley, Jocelyn Fesko, Marissa Drago and Nickolas Drago; three step-grandchildren, Emma, Nell, and Wesley Weidenhamer; and three great-grandchildren, Brynn and Addison Shelley and Nolan Drago. In addition to her husband, she was also preceded in death by three brothers, Frank Scalise, Charles and Vincent Scalese. Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, February 5, 2017, in the WILLIAM S. SKOVRANKO MEMORIAL HOME, INC., Richford and Commonwealth Avenue, Duquesne. A Blessing in the Memorial Home on Monday, February 6, 2017, at 11 a.m. will be followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. in Holy Name Church, Duquesne, with the Rev. Thomas Lewandowski as Celebrant. Entombment will follow in Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum, Pittsburgh. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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