DELSERONE DONALD R. Of West Mifflin, on March 5, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Anna Marie (Lucsko) Delserone; son of the late Henry and Henrietta (Lunk) Delserone; father of Richard (Tammy) Delserone of Munhall and the late Donald D. (wife Patricia survives) Delserone of West Mifflin; brother of Dolores Playso of West Mifflin and the Late Henry Delserone of Baldwin; grandfather of Richard (Rachel) Delserone, Jr. and Alex Robert Delserone; great grandfather of Gavin Delserone. Also survived by former daughter-in-law, Patricia Delserone. Donald was a retired driver with Port Authority and a veteran of the Navy serving in WWII and veteran of the Army serving in the Korean War. Services private. Arrangements entrusted to the SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC. Donald's family wishes to give a special thanks to the staff of Jefferson Hills Manor. Memorial contributions may be made to Jefferson Hills Manor, 448 Old Clairton Rd., Pgh., PA 15236. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPRAGUE GEORGE LEE, SR. AGE 97...
SPRAGUE GEORGE LEE, Sr. Age 97, of Penn Hills, was born in Pittsburgh on June 13, 1919. He is survived by Bertha Christy Sprague, his loving wife of 74 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edna Prettyman Sprague and Lee A. Sprague and his sister, Gladys Malcomson Stout. George was the father of three children, George, Jr. (Mitzi) Sprague of Jacksonville FL, Carol J. Sprague of Penn Hills, and Shirley Sprague (Paul) Johnson of Allison Park. Also seven grandchildren, Michael, Mark, Marsha, Michelle, Josh, Brad and Drew; also seven great-grandchildren; and his loving nieces and nephews. George was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle who loved his family and never met a stranger. He was an executive with National Supply Company in the 1940's and 1950's and then followed in his father's footsteps to become a builder. George built over 200 homes in Penn Hills in the eastern suburbs, the last of which he completed at age 86. George and Bert were active members of the Rosedale United Methodist Church. In addition, George was a member of F&AM Infinity Lodge #546 and of Syria Shrine. Friends received at WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC., Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, 412-731-5001, Wednesday 6-8 p.m., and Thursday from 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250 or dav.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SALVADOR ANTHONY TONY MICHAE...
SALVADOR ANTHONY TONY MICHAEL, Jr. Age 89, of Dravosburg, formerly of Glassport, passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2017. He was born August 9, 1927, in Glassport to the late Anthony M., Sr. and Laura (Craig) Salvador. He is survived by sons, Anthony M. (Lois) Salvador III of White Oak, Vincent G. (Kathy) Salvador of North Irwin, Howard G. (Lisa) Salvador of Boston, MA; daughters, Sharon A. Karch (Lucian) of Pembroke Pines, FL, Patricia L. Salvador (Charles) of McKeesport, Sara E. Salvador of Kenneth City, FL; significant other, Mary Ann Pici of Versailles; 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Along with his parents, Anthony was preceded in death by wife, Anne M. (Laird) Salvador; brother, Howard Salvador; sisters, Ellen Tambella and Betty Corletti. He enlisted in the US Navy in 1945 during WWII. Upon discharge, he became a reservist and was reactivated during the Korean War. He was part of the Atlantic Fleet, during both periods of service, aboard the USS Currituck and USS Worcester where he was a storekeeper/trainer. Tony was a member of the Dravosburg United Methodist Church where he was a Trustee, usher, and member of the Methodist Men. He also enjoyed spending his leisure time ballroom dancing. He retired from Copperweld Steel Company in Glassport, was a member and past officer of United Steelworkers Union Local 1407, a past commander of American Legion "Burt Foster" Post 361 in McKeesport, and a member of American Legion Post 701 in White Oak. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, March 8, 2017, from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. at I.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th Street, Dravosburg, PA 15034. Service will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 9, 2017, at Dravosburg United Methodist Church followed by interment in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park in North Huntingdon with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to Dravosburg United Methodist Church, 109 Maple Avenue, Dravosburg, PA 15034. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROSSI PETER J. AGE 47 OF PITTS...
ROSSI PETER J. Age 47 of Pittsburgh on Friday , March 3, 2017. Son of Dorothy and the late Richard Rossi, Sr; brother of Richard, Jr., Anthony, Joseph and Elizabeth; uncle of Karis and Joshua Rossi. Visitation Tuesday 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 10418 Perry Hwy., Wexford. Funeral mass Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Alexis Church, Wexford. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NOVAKOVICH WALTER AGE 88, OF C...
NOVAKOVICH WALTER Age 88, of Castle Shannon on March 5, 2017. Beloved husband of 58 years to Stella. Father of Michael and David Glenn Novakovich; brother of David (Margaret) Novakovich and Betty (Richard) Binford; son of Rudy and Anna Novakovich; grandfather of Steven Michael Novakovich. Walter was an avid reader, a big Pittsburgh Sports Fan and he loved to bowl. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Medi Home Hospice of Scottsdale, 109 Crossroads Rd. #119, Scottsdale, PA 15683. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 12 Noon at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., PGH. Interment to follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. Condolences may be left at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home. www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PAUL JULEEN MERRILL AGE 78, OF...
PAUL JULEEN MERRILL Age 78, of Wilkins Twp., on Sunday, March 5, 2017. Beloved wife of Charles M. Paul; mother of Lisa (Kevin Blakey) Richardson, Laura (Robert Horsley) Hamilton, Louann Johnson, Laurie Aaron, William (Caroline) Paul; grandmother of 15; great- grandmother of ten; survived by two sisters; one brother; nieces, nephews and cousins. Juleen was a Nurse Practitioner at the VA Hospital for over 30 years. She volunteered her time for the Rainbow Kitchen and enjoyed quilting, traveling and sharing meals with friends and family. Friends received Wednesday, 2-4 p.m. and 6p.m. until a Service at 8 p.m. in SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hope Hospice, 3356B Babcock Blvd., Pgh, PA 15237. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER REA P., JR. AGE 74, ON ...
MILLER REA P., Jr. Age 74, on March 4, 2017, of Jefferson Hills, PA, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Rea was the son of the late Dr. Rea P. Miller, Sr. of Elizabeth, PA and Judith (Johnson) Miller of Mt. Sterling, KY. Beloved husband of 42 years to Pamela (O'Brien) Miller; proud and loving father to Craig J. Miller; brother of the late Sidney Miller; and survived by sister, Janet Neal; and nephew, Rea Neal (Cristal) of Kentucky; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and co-workers. Rea graduated from Avonworth HS in 1960. Rea achieved the honor of Eagle Scout as a young man, and went on to attend Washington and Jefferson College (1964) and the University of Michigan Law School (1967). Rea served in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged at the rank of Captain, after serving an 18-month tour of duty in Vietnam. Rea was awarded The Bronze Star, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal. Rea was a partner in the Weller, Wicks and Wallace law firm in Pittsburgh (1970-1984) before joining Pittsburgh National Bank, later PNC Bank in the Personal Trust Department. He had extensive experience with estates and trusts and is a graduate of the College of Financial Planning. He retired as a Senior Vice President for PNC Wealth Management in 2016. Rea was also a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association and its Probate and Trust Law Section. Rea enjoyed golf, science fiction books and movies, and had a dry sense of humor that everyone loved. The family would like to thank the amazing staff at Seven Oaks Hospice Care for their wonderful care of Rea through the end. Memorial contributions may be made to Boy Scouts of America, Laurel Highlands Council, 1275 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Private interment arrangements for a graveside memorial will be made by the family and Jefferson Memorial Cemetery. www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FULLERTON RUSSEL A. RUSSEL PAS...
FULLERTON RUSSEL A. Russel passed away unexpectedly on March 3, 2017, while on a hunting trip. Russel was born October 1, 1950, in Pittsburgh. He lived in Gibsonia for the last 35 years. He died doing what he loved. Russ was a retired ironworker, Union 527. He was a loving and devoted husband to Joanne (Klysz) Fullerton; the most devoted and loving son of Violet Fullerton and the late Albert Whitey Fullerton; father of two daughters, Melanie (Kevin) Wisneski and Tina (Paul) Fritch. He left behind five grandchildren, with two of them being his best hunting buddies. His grandsons, Corey and Dylan; three granddaughters, Anna, Debbie and Emma; brother to Anita Viditch; lifelong friend of Dukey and Rosanne Sprinkle; hunting buddy to Bob Stayduhar; friend and caregiver to Doc Bathen. Friends received at the JOHN F. MURRAY FUNERAL HOME, INC., Butler at 52nd St., Lawrenceville Wednesday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. with Services Thursday 11 a.m. at funeral home. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHMIDT MARJORIE FRANCES (JOYN...
SCHMIDT MARJORIE FRANCES (JOYNT) (HOOD) On Saturday, March 4, 2017, of West Mifflin, beloved wife of 29 years to David C. Schmidt; loving mother of Scott Hood and Janet Marshall and her husband Sam, all of Columbus, OH; and the late Adam Gump Hood; dear grammy of Carson and Bradley; sister of Patricia Scott and the late Nora Miller. Friends received 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday Only at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. A service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday morning at 10 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTELLO DAVID B. OF PLUM, FOR...
MARTELLO DAVID B. Of Plum, formerly of East Pittsburgh, age 63, on Friday, March 3, 2017. Father of Krissy Cook; grandfather of Devon and Maggie Cook. Beloved companion of the late Jeannine Cartolano. David is survived by Jeannine's daughter, Rina Anderson and her children, Nicolina and Skyler; his brothers, Carl and Thomas (Betty Ann) Martello; his sisters, Virginia Rothwell and Mary Ann McCue. He is also survived by nieces and nephews. David was preceded in death by his brothers, Samuel, Alfonso (Maria) and Ralph (Paulette); and his sisters, Evelyn Martello and Theresa Breegle. David was a career painter of commercial and residential buildings. He also was a talented artist, using pencil sketching as his main medium. Dave was very fond of motorcycles and hot rods and also enjoyed collecting antiques and memorabilia items. David's funeral will be private to his family and he will be laid to rest in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements with PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800 Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LANGER JEAN L. (YORDY) AGE 88,...
LANGER JEAN L. (YORDY) Age 88, of Crafton, formerly of Robinson Twp., on Saturday, March 4, 2017. Beloved wife of the late James D. Langer; loving mother of Robert G. Langer, James R. (Debra) Langer and the late Barbara (Warren) Baker; sister of Irwin Yordy and the late Elmer Jack Yordy; also survived by five grandchildren; five great- grandchildren; and one great- great-grandson. Visitation Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at HENNEY, BRADWELL & NIRELLA FUNERAL HOME, 524 Washington Ave., Carnegie, where a funeral service will be held Thursday 12 p.m. Memorial contributions if desired may be made to Carnegie United Methodist Church, 415 Washington Ave., Carnegie 15106. www.henneybradwell nirella.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GARRISON MARC A. AGE 67, OF MO...
GARRISON MARC A. Age 67, of Monroeville, PA, peacefully passed away on March 2, 2017. Loving husband of 20 years to Marlene Jackson-Garrison; devoted father of Dana Garrison and Marc Garrison, Jr; grandfather of four adored grandsons and four precious granddaughters; brother of Eric Garrison, of Harrisburg, PA, Emanuel Garrison, of Swissvale, PA, Fred Garrison, Jr., of Blackridge, PA, and Gino Garrison, of Ambridge, PA; matriarch cousins, Marie Coffee of Pittsburgh, PA, Wilhelmenia Smith of Penn Hills, PA; and with numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws, as well as extended family members; he was preceded in death by mother, Nancy (Thornton) Garrison of Pittsburgh; father, Fred Garrison of New Orleans. Marc loved family unconditionally and will forever be missed by every life he touched. Affectionately known by his family as Peachy, always smiling and quick with his wit and timely jokes. We were blessed to have him in our lives. Friends received Thursday, March 9, 2017, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at CHARLES W. TRENZ FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11110 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills, PA 15235. Services Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the same location. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CALABRO NANCY J. AGE 81, OF NO...
CALABRO NANCY J. Age 81, of North Huntingdon, died Tuesday, March 7, 2017. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Frank Calabro, Sr. She is survived by her sons, Steve, Frank (wife, Janet), Brian; daughters, Terri Calabro, Charlene Revis, Kathy Samery (husband, Terry); 20 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren. Friday 2-7 p.m. JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. Donations to the Westmoreland Humane Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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THOMAS MARC W. AGE 44, OF BROO...
THOMAS MARC W. Age 44, of Brookline, on March 3, 2017. Beloved son of the late Anthony, Sr. and Racheal (Aziz); cherished brother of Anthony, Jr. and Lisa Hawkins (Toby); treasured nephew, cousin and friend of many. Friends received Thurs. from 4 p.m. until the 8 p.m. service at BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., 600 Dunster St., Pittsburgh, PA 15226, 412-343-1506 or ballfc.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER RUTH CAROLYN (ZIMMERMAN...
MILLER RUTH CAROLYN (ZIMMERMAN) Of Mt. Lebanon, on Monday, March 6, 2017. A Hoosier by birth and the only child of Charles H. Zimmerman and Alta Moreau Alexander Zimmerman. A member of Purdue Indiana Delta Pi Beta Phi Fraternity and Southminster Presbyterian Church. She worked professionally as a Home Economist. Ruth married after WWII to Orville Miller Jr. of Indianapolis, IN and they then had three children. After six corporate moves, she has called Mt. Lebanon home for over 60 years. She was preceded in death by her husband Orville. Mother of Leslie Miller DiCiccio of Shadyside, Gregory S. Miller of Murrysville and Stuart C. Miller of McMurray; grandmother of Jenna, Jessica, Courtney and Brian; great-grandmother of Makenna, Evan, Logan and Rowen. A Memorial Service will be held in Southminster Presbyterian Church on Saturday at 11:00 a.m., with a reception to follow. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Southminster Presbyterian Church (for Music Ministry) 799 Washington Road Pittsburgh, PA 15228. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCFADDEN ELIZABETH K. (KALOKOS...
McFADDEN ELIZABETH K. (KALOKOSKI) Age 81. Born June 26, 1935 in Coal Run, PA and passed away March 6, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. Beloved wife of Dr. E.R. McFadden; dearest mother of Beth McFadden (husband Arthur Chung) of Croton-on-Hudson, NY and Christopher McFadden; loving grandmother of Maeve and Esme. Preceded in death by sisters and brother: Mary Pennington (Everett), Alice Pasternack (Frank) and Frank Kalokoski (Leona). The family would appreciate contributions in memory of Elizabeth to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 5700 Brecksville Rd., Independence, OH 44131. Funeral Mass Friday, March 10, 2017 at Gesu Church at 10:30 a.m. Interment Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 12 Noon in Oakland Cemetery, Indiana, PA. The family will receive friends at the SCHULTE & MAHON - MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 5252 MAYFIELD RD., LYNDHURST (BETWEEN RICHMOND AND BRAINARD) Thursday, March 9, 2017 from 2-4 and 5-7 p.m. Order flowers and sign Guest Book at: schultemahonmurphy.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PETRUSKA JANET VIRGINIA AGE 77...
PETRUSKA JANET VIRGINIA Age 77, of Monroeville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 5, 2017, at Concordia of Monroeville. Janet was the daughter of the late John and Mary Petruska. She is survived by her five siblings, Mary Jane Petruska, of Monroeville, Kathryn (Charles) Schaeffer, of Cincinnati, Ohio, John (Carol) Petruska, of Turtle Creek, Judy (Arthur) Snyder, of Murrysville, David (Maria) Petruska of Monroeville. She is also survived by eight nieces; and 11 great-nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. Janet retired from K-Mart Corporation where she was an Office Manager. She was an avid Polka fan. She loved dancing and listening to polka music, and going on polka cruises with her sister, Mary Jane. Janet was a faithful member of St. Peter and Paul Ukranian Church in Wilmerding until it closed. She was a member of St. John the Baptist in McKeesport where she has made many pirohys to help her church. Visitations are scheduled on Thursday, March 9, 2017, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. at ALFIERI'S FUNERAL HOME, at 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, PA. A funeral mass is scheduled at St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church, (1907 Eden Park Blvd., McKeesport) on Friday, March 10, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OLACK JOSEPH ZOOBUCK AGE 89,...
OLACK JOSEPH ZOOBUCK Age 89, of Aliquippa, passed away Monday, March 6, 2017, in Heritage Valley, Beaver. Surviving are his wife, Mary Elizabeth (Seeck) Olack; his children, Timothy (Carol) Olack, Kathy (Danny) Kapaldo, David (Lisa) Olack, and Michael (Kathy) Olack; many loving grandchildren, great- grandchildren, and a sister. Friends will be received Thursday, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. in TATALOVICH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 2205 McMinn St., Aliquippa, PA 15001, where a Panachida Service will be held Friday at 10 a.m., followed by an additional service at 10:30 a.m., in St. George Byzantine Catholic Church, Aliquippa. Entombment will follow in Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum, Hopewell Twp. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NIGHTINGALE PETER G. AGE 61, O...
NIGHTINGALE PETER G. Age 61, of Penn Hills passed away on Monday, March 6, 2017. Dear son of Claire (Lafond) Nightingale, and the late Ellsworth Nightingale; beloved husband of the late Marcia Nightingale; brother of Flora (the late Larry) Palmer, Buzzie (Susan) Nightingale, Peggy (Stephen) Pacuska, James Nightingale, and Joan Nightingale; brother-in-law of Joyce (Richard) Petrossi. Peter is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He proudly served in the United States Marines, and played the saxophone in the Presidential band. Peter enjoyed living in Ft. Lauderdale and on Cape Cod. Friends and relatives will be received on Saturday, March 11, 2017, from 9 a.m. until time of 10 a.m. blessing service at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WYSOWSKI ANN L. (KARPLAK) AGE ...
WYSOWSKI ANN L. (KARPLAK) Age 92, of Beechview on Monday,March 6, 2017. Beloved wife of the late John P. Wysowski; loving mother of Linda (Richard) Rohal; sister of the late Mary Zizan, Helen Ruby, Michael and George Karplak; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received 4-8 p.m. on Thursday only at BRUSCO - NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD., 2201 Bensonia Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Catherine of Siena Church on Friday at 10 a.m. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. Add a tribute at: brusco-napier funeralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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