ZAVOLTA MARGARET L. "PEGGY" Formerly of Stanton Heights on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, age 78. Beloved mother of Charles D. Zavolta (Diane) and Matthew D. Zavolta (Kimberly); grandmother of Lauren McLane (Brian), Emily Zavolta and Kelly and Matthew Zavolta; great-grandmother of Nathan Neyney McLane; sister of Virginia Ginny Campbell and Guy and Louis Basciotta; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Monday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where funeral will commence on Tuesday at 9 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart Church at 10 a.m. Condolences may be left at www.mccabebrothers.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REAGAN WILLIAM "BILL" AGE 60, ...
REAGAN WILLIAM "BILL" Age 60, of Pittsburgh, passed away on April 15, 2019. He was a Mailer at Pittsburgh Press/Post-Gazette for 43 years. Bill is survived by his beloved brother, John (Sharyn) Reagan; sister, Judith (Karl, deceased) Berger; nephew, Patrick J. Reagan; niece, Kathryn Reagan; as well as many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, John James and Alice Jane Reagan and his brother, Charles Whewell. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2019, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be left at: jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OWCZARZAK THEODORE OF ROSS TWP...
OWCZARZAK THEODORE Of Ross Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. Beloved husband for 48 years of Patricia (Marusak); loving father of Vicki Owczarzak (Jerry Lin), Matthew Owczarzak, Jill Owczarzak (Craig Medvecky), Julie Keller (Travis), and Sara Ravenstahl (William); proud grandfather of Connor, Arden, Maren, and Nathan Lin, Ryan, Regan, and Brody Keller, and Milo and Laurel Ravenstahl; brother of Theresa Saunders (the late James), Thomas Owczarzak (Patricia), and the late Raymond Owczarzak (survived by Loretta). Friends will be received on Monday, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp. A Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Athanasius Church on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Everyone please meet at church. Ted was proud of his life-long career as a machinist with Duquesne Light Co. He was a fixer of all things, the best giver of hugs, and got immense joy from spending time with his family. Our loss is incalculable. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Arbor Day Foundation, www.arborday.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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VOELKER DOROTHY MAE (BARNES) ...
VOELKER DOROTHY MAE (BARNES) Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at the age of 79. Her spirit gracefully went to heaven in the presence of family. Dorothy was a loving mother to Colleen (Voelker) Snyder, Jay Voelker (Karen), Joyce Voelker-Slowik (the late Paul), and Keith Voelker (Sandy); loving grandmother to Nicole (Josh), Jason (Morgan), Shelley, Bill (Hannah), Stefany (Broox), Steven (Sam), Sami (Timmy), Emma (Hunter) and the late Scott and Tara; great-grandmother to Reiley, Evie, Parsley, Logan and Jade. Dorothy was a mentor and advocate to many in her career. Friends received Saturday 10 a.m. Until time of service at 1 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC. 806 Perry Hwy. North Hills. Memorial Donations are welcomed to Good Samaritan Hospice, 146 Neely School Rd., Wexford, PA 15090. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ACEVEDO FREDERIC A., M.D. FOX ...
ACEVEDO FREDERIC A., M.D. Fox Chapel resident Frederic Acevedo passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, April 17, 2019, after a long struggle with renal cancer. Born on July 17, 1957, in Dumaguete City, Philippines, Frederic moved to Manila at a young age. He graduated salutatorian from La Salle Green Hills and summa cum laude in Pre-Medicine from the University of the Philippines. He went to the University of the Philippines Medical School, where he distinguished himself as a top ranked student and met the love of his life, Deborah Co. He immigrated to the United States in 1984 and completed a residency in Internal Medicine at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, NY and a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care at SUNY Buffalo. After moving to Pittsburgh in 1989, he began private practice at West Penn Hospital and helped to found AIRMED, specializing in pulmonary, sleep medicine, and critical care. He was the director of the ICU at Butler Memorial Hospital, where he worked for 25 years. As president of the Philippine American Medical Society, he led a medical mission in 2013 to his family's ancestral home in Roxas City, Philippines. When Rick wasn't working long hours on call in the ICU, he was an accomplished amateur photographer. His stunning photographs document his love for family, travel, and nature. He also enjoyed watching the birds in his backyard; classical, jazz, and 70s music; Apple products; and spending time with his family. He was a fan and supporter of the Pittsburgh Symphony, WESA, the National Aviary, and the Carnegie Museums. He is survived by his wife, Deborah, and their two daughters, Marisa and Isabel. He was a son of the late Atty. Ambrosio Acevedo; he is also survived by his mother, Purita; and five siblings, Bruce, Raymund, Aurora, Jaime, and Dominic, who live in Manila. Frederic will be remembered for his humility, patience, quiet intelligence, and incredible kindness. He was a role model to family members, friends, and coworkers alike. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Paul Cathedral in Oakland on Monday, April 22, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center or to UPMC Shadyside Hospital. Arrangements by JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., freyvogelfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MACEY JOHN "JACK" T. AGE 86, ...
MACEY JOHN "JACK" T. Age 86, peacefully at home on Thursday, April 18, 2019, of Whitehall, formerly of Brentwood and Clairton. Beloved husband of 62 years to Patricia Patellos Macey; loving father of Lisa M. Macey, Annette M. (Christopher) Wetmore and Jennifer A. Macey (Claudia Jakim); proud Grandpa Jack to Leigh A. (Justin) Dicks and Diane A. (Marcus) Arakelian; brother of George, Frances Crain, Robert, James, Barbara Schonder and the late Edward, Thomas, Helen, Margaret, William and Ruth; also survived by in-laws, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 from 3-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Wendelin Church at 10:30 a.m. The family respectfully requests, if desired, memorial donations to Parkinson's Foundation of Western PA, 575 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue, PA 15202. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAZZA JOSEPH R. AGE 76, FORMER...
MAZZA JOSEPH R. Age 76, formerly of Dormont, on Thursday, April 18, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis Rigos Mazza; loving father of Joseph (Regina), Michael (Jenevieve), Kelly Mazza, Nicole Fields (Greg), Christina Waterman (Edward) and Lisa Mazza; grandfather of Devin Mazza, Maximus Geyser, Carter Waterman, Kara Ramerez, Joseph, Anthony, and Brandon Mazza; brother of Donna Massung (Ron), Ann Marie Lavezoli (John), Valerie Downs (Mickey) and the late Marie Nolfi Jenkins; son of the late Dominic and Jean Narcoli Mazza; also survived by great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was a member of the Pleasant Hills-Guthrie Lodge #509 F & AM Masonic Lodge for 31 years. Visitations Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BRUSCO - FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 214 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington, (412 381-2323). Funeral Service on Tuesday, 10 a.m. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DINUNNO VINCENZO OF MOON TWP.,...
DiNUNNO VINCENZO Of Moon Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the age of 84. Beloved husband of the late Maria (D'Alessandro) DiNunno; son of the late Serafina and Antonio DiNunno; loving father of Marisa and Anthony (Lorena) DiNunno; brother of Mario, Lucia, Vito and the late Doretta DiNunno. He was the proud grandfather of Jessica Colaizzi, Vincent, Kayla, Brianna, Gabriela DiNunno; and great-grandfather of Mia Martin. Vincenzo came to the US in 1963, and became a US citizen in 1993. He and his wife enjoyed 59 years of marriage and he spent many hours tending to his vegetable garden, making wine, homemade sausage and cheese. Friends received at the SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, 1316 Fourth Ave., Coraopolis on Monday, 12-4 and 6-8 p.m. Prayers Tuesday, at 9:30 a.m., in the funeral home, and Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church on Tuesday, at 10 a.m. Interment to follow, Resurrection Cemetery, Moon Twp. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLON DONALD F. AGE 67, OF BA...
COLON DONALD F. Age 67, of Baldwin Twp., peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday evening, April 17, 2019. Beloved husband for 20 years of Diana (Stamer) Colon; devoted father of Brian, Paul (Kathy), Pam (Sam Schmidt), Jessica (David) Christopher and Glenn (Jamima) Gruber; loving Pap-Pap of Novalee Schmidt; son of the late Cloyed and Donna (Hays) Colon; brother of Ronald Colon. Friends will be welcomed at the LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road, Mount Lebanon on Monday, 1:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in Laughlin's Chapel on Tuesday morning at 10. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER GARY E. AGE 81, OF BLA...
MILLER GARY E. Age 81, of Blawnox, on Thursday, April 18, 2019. Beloved husband of Dallah; loving father of Jeffrey Miller, Karen (Davide Biagi) Miller, Linda Guzzie and the late Gary Miller; grandfather of Valerie, Brian, Lauren, Lynzie and Alyssa; great grandfather of Hailey, Jordan, Adelyn and Jocelyn; brother of Lila Borrowski. Visitation on Thursday from 2-4 and from 6-8 p.m. at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., 930 Center Ave. Blawnox, Pa 15238, where family and friends will gather Friday at 10am for the Funeral. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCARLATELLI BARBARA (NEWHOUSE)...
SCARLATELLI BARBARA (NEWHOUSE) Barbara (Newhouse) Scarlatelli, age 72, of Whitehall (formerly of McKeesport), passed away peacefully at home after a short illness on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Donald Scarlatelli and survived by her faithful companion dog, Penny; daughter of her late parents, Edwin and Elizabeth Newhouse. Barbara sold door-to-door encyclopedias from Maine to Maryland to Midwest for seven years. She taught herself to play the piano and the organ, then spread her joy of music to others by teaching for 42 years. Her hobbies were quilting, crocheting, and needlework. Barbara loved to share her knowledge and talents with others and was a member of the PA Music Educators Association (PMEA), the Quilters Guild and Quilters of America. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 22, 2019, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills. A Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home's chapel. Condolences may be left at jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SALLACH JOSEPHINE "AUDREY" AGE...
SALLACH JOSEPHINE "AUDREY" Age 91, of O'Hara Twp., on Thursday, April 18, 2019. Wife of the late Glenn Sallach; loving mother of David Sallach, Deborah (Paul) Anderson, Bruce Sallach, Lee Sallach, Sandra Sallach and Darlene (John) Gonzales; Amazing Mimi to Danielle Books, Christopher Anderson and Lindsey Wolf; Great Mimi to Jamison, Ava and Eloise. No Visitation. The service and interment will be held privately. Burial will be held in Lakewood Memorial Gardens, Indiana Twp. The family suggests donations to the Leukemia Society. AIT by BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., Glenshaw. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LAIRD PATRICIA H. (HUNT) ON FR...
LAIRD PATRICIA H. (HUNT) On Friday, April 19, 2019, Patricia H. (Hunt) Laird, 78, of Pitcairn. She was the wife of James J. Laird; mother of Susan Laird. Friends received Tuesday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the WM. O. PEARCE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 318 Wall Avenue, Pitcairn. Burial will be private. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WARD WILLIAM THOMAS (BOSS) AGE...
WARD WILLIAM THOMAS (BOSS) Age 58, of McKees Rocks, formerly of Wilkinsburg, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2019. Loving son of Francis, Sr. and the late Josephine (Landers) Ward; brother of Francis, Jr. (Susan), and Cheryl Marie Ward. Family and Friends will be received on Wednesday, April 24, 2019, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the FINDLAY C. WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11311 Frankstown Rd., Penn Hills. Service to follow at 8 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations made to United Cerebral Palsy of Pittsburgh, 4638 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213. 412-683-7100. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SANTORA JOSEPH F. AGE 84, OF W...
SANTORA JOSEPH F. Age 84, of Whitehall, formerly from Greenfield, went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 18, 2019. Joseph is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Shirley Santora; Son, Kevin E. (Carolyn) Santora; Stepson, Justin (Tessa) Houck; Grandson, Rick (Maria) Santora; Granddaughters, Lindsey (Kevin) Coy, Adelina Houck, and Keegan Houck; great-grandson, Liam Coy; Sisters, Dorothy (Peter) Kolesar, Evelyn (Tom) Tihey, and Bea (Nick) Gurgiolo; long time and devoted friend, Linda Carroll; as well as many nieces and nephews. Joseph was preceded in death by his sister, Phyllis Newton. Joseph was a proud member of the US Army. He worked as a Stationary Engineer at Mellon Bank, was an active participant with the Masons and loved cars, antiques and family. Joseph also loved being a custodian of Birmingham United Church of Christ. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm and Wednesday, April 24, 2019, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills 15236. A Funeral Ceremony will be held Thursday, April 25, 2019, 10:00 am, at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home Chapel, 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh 15236. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUFFINGTON LOIS JEAN "JEANNIE"...
BUFFINGTON LOIS JEAN "JEANNIE" (GRAFF) Age 92 of Aspinwall, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 18, 2019. Beloved mother of Christopher Dale (Barbara) Buffington of Mt. Vernon, WA (formerly of Montrose, PA) and Pamela Leigh Buffington of Aspinwall (formerly of Akron, OH); cherished grandmother of Patrick (Carrie) Buffington of Washington State and Stewart Warther of Hong Kong, great-grandmother of Roslyn Buffington; former wife of the late Major Dale Ward Buffington, Ret. Army Air Corps; Sister of Norma (late Jack) Francis of Akron, OH, formerly of O'Hara Township, PA; aunt of Amy Francis (Kerry) Janke and Meghan of Akron, OH, and Robert (Nancy) Francis and Samuel of Derry, NH. Jeannie was preceded in death by her parents, John J. Graff, Jr. and Lois Lillian Klingensmith Graff. She was a 1944 graduate of New Kensington High School taking a classical course, considered Glen Miller band tops, and hoped to work in Pittsburgh. She and Dale traveled throughout the United States and Japan on assignment as a military family. Jeannie later worked in Pittsburgh at the Bell Telephone Company as a telephone operator and then as a clerk in the Engineering Dept. She credited her mother with helping her get an interview because she worked in the Medical Dept and knew "everyone." Jeannie loved her job and had many friends. She retired early with 17 years of service in order to care for her ailing mother. No Visitation. Interment at Plum Creek Cemetery is private. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorial contributions to Disabled American Veterans. https://www.dav.org/ 412-395-6241 Arrangements by WEDDELL-AJAK FUNERAL HOME, Aspinwall. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BESTERMAN KENNETH J. IT IS WIT...
BESTERMAN KENNETH J. It is with great sadness that the family of Kenneth Besterman announces his passing on Thursday, April 18, 2019, after a courageous fight with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. He was born on November 5, 1946, in Pittsburgh, PA. He was the very devoted and loving husband of Janet (Joyce) Besterman; brother of Neil Besterman; brother-in-law of Joseph Joyce, Jr.; and uncle of Kim and Chad Williams; also survived by many cousins. Ken proudly served his country as a Combat Medic in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He served as Past Junior Vice and Board of Directors Member of Post 3945 in Morningside. He was a sports enthusiast and participated in Little League baseball, softball, racquet ball, and golf, as well as being a dedicated fan of the Steelers, Pirates, and Pens. He was known for his extensive collection of sports team ball caps, which he frequently wore. He retired after a 35 year career with H.J. Heinz and Co. and Del Monte Foods. During their 44 years of marriage, Ken and Janet enjoyed traveling, and in their retirement, their love of travel took them on countless adventures to many cities in the U.S. Some of their favorite destinations were Las Vegas, Savannah, GA, Charleston, SC, St. Augustine, FL, Cape May, NJ, and New York City. He will be remembered as a fun loving person. Kind and caring, with a big heart, he never hesitated to help someone in need and will be missed by all those who have known him. The family is grateful to the physicians, nurses, and staff of UPMC Hillman Cancer Center for their compassionate care. Friends will be received at MCCABE BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut St., Shadyside, on Monday, April 22, from 2-8 p.m., where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 23, at 12 p.m. Interment with military honors will be held at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies on Wednesday, April 24, at 10 am. The procession will depart the funeral home promptly at 9 am. Condolences may be left at www.mccabebrothers.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KANIECKI ROBERT M. "BOB" OF RO...
KANIECKI ROBERT M. "BOB" Of Ross Twp., on Thursday, April 18, 2019. Bob served in the Army Air Force for four years. He studied languages at Syracuse University and was a Russian interpreter during the Korean War. He was awarded a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Rutgers University. He is survived by his wife, Jean, of nearly 60 years; three sons, Robert (Christine), James (Denise), Brian; and nine beautiful grandchildren who called him "Pop Pop"; and sister, Eileen (Brennan); and sister-in-law, Eileen (Janasik); and many nieces and nephews. He spent his career in the steel industry, which took him around the world, and rose to the rank of Vice President. He became an "honorary Irishman," traveling to Ireland 28 times. Bob belonged to several Irish organizations: Ancient Order of Hibernians, whose motto is "friendship, unity and Christian charity"; President of Conway Mill Trust, a non-profit group working to better the lives of people in the North of Ireland; Treasurer of Irish American Unity Conference, working for a peaceful and united Ireland. He served as Treasurer of Pittsburgh Ceili Club, which promotes Irish dance and culture, plus All Ireland Social Group and Gaelic Arts Society. Bob and Jean were honored by the Irish Echo newspaper as Community Champions for their work in the Irish community, and in 2009 he was honored to be an invited guest at the White House on St. Patrick's Day. Bob will be greatly missed by his family and many friends, but especially his wife. "The mystery of love is greater than the mystery of death." (Oscar Wilde) Friends received Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sebastian Church Wednesday 10 a.m. Donations to Conway Mill Trust, PO Box 101529, Pgh PA 15237-8529 Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHRISTMAN JOHN F., JR. AGE 54,...
CHRISTMAN JOHN F., JR. Age 54, of Fenelton, formerly of Penn Hills, passed away Thursday evening, April 18, 2019. Arrangements by HILE FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FRAER RICHARD W. AGE 89, PEACE...
FRAER RICHARD W. Age 89, peacefully at his home in Naples Florida, on Monday, April 15, 2019. Born and raised in Green Tree, a son of the late Fredrick and Bertha Fraer. Dick was a graduate of Dormont High School and a Korean Conflict veteran. He was an electrician by trade and former owner of Fraer Electric. Richard joined the Union in 1949 and was a member of Local 5 for almost 70 years. Dick and his wife, Ann, enjoyed vacationing in Naples for some 22 years and, although retired, he stayed busy helping friends in Florida. Beloved husband of Ann E. Crail; father of Richard James Fraer and his wife, Cindy; grandfather of Natalie (Mike) Hancher and Valerie Fraer; great-grandfather of Jaxon; brother of Virginia Fraer, the late Fred, and Mildred; also survived by nieces, nephews and many close friends. Dick will be missed by those whose lives he touched with his many wonderful stories. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Road, Mount. Lebanon, on Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held in the Mt. Pisgah Presbyterian Church, 31 Warriors Road, Pittsburgh-Green Tree, Thursday morning at 10:00. Interment Homewood Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made to Horses for the Handicapped or the Parkinson's Foundation. laughlinfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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