ANNA L. BOSSHART-SCHARPF Age 88, of Blawnox, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2019. Beloved wife of Fred Scharpf and the late Charles Bosshart; loving mother of Charles (Kim) Bosshart and Bruce Bosshart; stepmother of Eric (Mary Lou), Gregory (Peggy), and Katybeth (John); grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of 10; sister of Virginia, Jakie, and Sandy; daughter of the late Virginia and Lawrence VanHorn. Visitation will be held on Friday, 12-2 p.m., at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., 930 Center Avenue, Blawnox, PA 15238. Family and friends will gather at the Funeral Home on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. for final prayers, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Pio Parish / St. Edward Church in Blawnox. In lieu of flowers, please make all memorial contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PATRICK P. SUKEL PATSY AGE 47,...
PATRICK P. SUKEL PATSY Age 47, of Monongahela, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at home. He was born in North Charleroi, PA on March 25, 1972; a son to the late Eugene Sukel, who died in September of 2017, and the surviving Rita (Diulus) Sukel. In addition to his mother; he is survived by three siblings, Mark (Robyn Curletti) Sukel of Maui, David (Jayme McDonough) Sukel of Pittsburgh, and Rebecca (Jeff) Ruffing of Bentleyville; nine nieces and nephews; and many cousins. Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANTHONY L. MASSAFRA FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICE INC., 40 Second Street Extension, Carroll Township/Donora, PA, 15033, (724) 379-6900; where the family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 24, 2019. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 25, 2019 in Our Lady of the Valley Parish in Donora. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Monongahela, PA. To share a condolence please visit www.massafrafuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LISETTA (BOCCELLA) NOVICKI AGE...
LISETTA (BOCCELLA) NOVICKI Age 55, after a long and courageous battle with brain cancer, passed peacefully away on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, of Carrick. Beloved mother of Jacob (Becca) Novicki; loving zazza of Ava Grace Novicki; cherished daughter of Mary Ann and the late Virgil Boccella; sister of Virgil (Kim) Boccella; beloved aunt of numerous nieces and nephews. Lisetta was an exceptional athlete. She was inducted into the Carrick High School Hall of Fame for Basketball and Softball. After High School, she continued her education and athletic career at IUP, where she lettered in two sports. She spent 26 years working for Pittsburgh public school board, retiring as the chief of safety. Lisetta was diagnosed with brain cancer five years ago but continued to live life to the fullest. She is a true inspiration to her family and friends. Visitations Thursday and Friday 2-8 p.m. at the BORON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1719 Brownsville Road. Please meet in Holy Apostles Parish at St. Basil Church on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. for her Mass of Christian Burial. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Brain Cancer Awareness 5K, C/o 104 Campo Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. www.BoronFuneralHome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REBECCA M. HYMES "BECKY" ON T...
REBECCA M. HYMES "BECKY" On Tuesday, May 21, 2019. Age 75, of Heidelberg. Daughter of the late Jacob and Mary Kopec; beloved wife of Bill Hymes; loving mother of Jake and Jason Hymes; proud grandmother of Alyssa Hymes; niece of Renee Storc; also survived by several cousins. Friends received Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 at the SZAFRANSKI-EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie where a Blessing Service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DACEY SHELLEY AGE 63, PASSED A...
DACEY SHELLEY Age 63, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2019, after a short battle with cancer, surrounded by her family in Marietta, GA. Born on December 22, 1955 in Pittsburgh, PA, Shelley's life was a life well lived, driven by her many passions. She attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania, receiving a Bachelor Degree in Criminology. After serving in the U.S Marine Corps where she attained the rank of Captain, Shelley pursued a number of senior management opportunities in the health and fitness field and co-owned a remodeling company. Most recently, she obtained a Master Degree in Counselling and spent the past six years as a Mental Health Counselor with a non-profit organization while also establishing a growing private practice. She genuinely cared for those she helped and had an immeasurable positive effect on every life she touched. Shelley's love and compassion for her family, and her many dogs, was apparent to anyone who knew her. She enjoyed crafting, working in the yard, and took great pride in decorating her home as her very busy schedule permitted. Shelley was a great listener and an even better friend. Shelley was preceded in death by her parents, Phillip and Elizabeth Dacey. She leaves behind her son, Josh Carruth, daughter MacKenzie Capizzi (Jeffrey), brothers and sister-in-laws, Phillip and Arleen Dacey, Gary and Lynn Dacey, and Ron (Sue Warren). Family, friends, and others whose lives Shelley touched are invited to attend the memorial service at MAYES WARD-DOBBINS FUNERAL HOME, 180 Church Street, Marietta, GA on Friday, May 31, 2019 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to LiveSAFE Resources or The Humane Society of Cobb County in Shelley's memory. www.mayeswarddobbins.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SR. ANTONIA CVETAN, CDP AT THE...
SR. ANTONIA CVETAN, CDP At the age of 97, of McCandless Township, looking forward to celebrating 80 years of religious life this summer, Sister Antonia, formerly Sister Brendan, went to her eternal reward on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. Sr. Antonia was born in Point Marion, PA, and baptized at St. Joseph's Church in Braddock. She entered the Sisters of Divine Providence on August 30, 1939 and made Final Vows on August 10, 1946. Sister Antonia served as an Elementary teacher in schools of the Diocese of Pittsburgh for most of her career. She earned her Bachelor's degree in education from Duquesne University. After many years of teaching, Sister Antonia served on the administrative staff at the Provincial House when health permitted. Sister Antonia was preceded in death by her parents, John and Antonia Lagoy Cvetan and her only brother, John Joseph. She is survived by nieces and nephews and the Sisters of Divine Providence and their Associates. Viewing will take place at Providence Heights on Thursday, May 23, from 2:00 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 9:00 p.m. with a Wake Service at 7:00 p.m. Viewing will also take place on Friday, May 24, from noon until 3:30 p.m., with Mass of Christian Burial at 4:00 p.m. in the Mother of Divine Providence Chapel, 9000 Babcock Boulevard, Allison Park, PA. Burial will follow in Providence Heights Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent to Sisters of Divine Providence, 9000 Babcock Boulevard, Allison Park, PA 15101. Arrangements entrusted to ANTHONY G. STAAB FUNERAL HOME, INC. Visit us at: www.staabfuneral.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CAITLIN R. (BRUCKER) PRICE AGE...
CAITLIN R. (BRUCKER) PRICE Age 31, unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 21, 2019. Beloved daughter of Sharon (Harvey) Knepp and Neil Brucker; stepdaughter of Ernest Knepp; granddaughter of Jean Harvey; former wife of Pat Price; loving mother of Caleb C. Price and Isabella R.J. Price; sister of Jeremy R. and Jason N. Brucker; survived also by aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at O'BRIEN'S, 3724 California at Cooper Aves., N.S. where there will be a Funeral Service Saturday 10 a.m. Interment to follow in Union Dale Cemetery. www.obriensfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LISETTA (BOCCELLA) NOVICKI AGE...
LISETTA (BOCCELLA) NOVICKI Age 55, after a long and courageous battle with brain cancer, passed peacefully away on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, of Carrick. Beloved mother of Jacob (Becca) Novicki; loving zazza of Ava Grace Novicki; cherished daughter of Mary Ann and the late Virgil Boccella; sister of Virgil (Kim) Boccella; beloved aunt of numerous nieces and nephews. Lisetta was an exceptional athlete. She was inducted into the Carrick High School Hall of Fame for Basketball and Softball. After High School, she continued her education and athletic career at IUP, where she lettered in two sports. She spent 26 years working for Pittsburgh public school board, retiring as the chief of safety. Lisetta was diagnosed with brain cancer five years ago but continued to live life to the fullest. She is a true inspiration to her family and friends. Visitations Thursday and Friday 2-8 p.m. at the BORON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1719 Brownsville Road. Please meet in Holy Apostles Parish at St. Basil Church on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. for her Mass of Christian Burial. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Brain Cancer Awareness 5K, C/o 104 Campo Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. www.BoronFuneralHome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DR. GEORGE MITCHELL AUTHOR, SC...
DR. GEORGE MITCHELL Author, scholar, and U.S. Diplomat, George Mitchell, age 98. Former Executive Director of the Pittsburgh World Affairs Council. When a man dies each one of us takes a small step closer to humanity, to seeing and understanding ourselves. Standing against someone we have come to know and love, the shadow of us appears where they have fallen away and we have no choice but to look. As this life fades before us, our own existence becomes more clear. Sadness, grief, and loss are the corrective lenses we have no choice but to wear. Sometimes painful, sometimes less so, but always leaving us with a new prism from having experienced a husband, father, brother, soldier, friend, neighbor and grandfather. In all the color of George's life, the blue sky of a better future is his legacy. To his mother, a son. To his family, a loving and adventurous husband and father. From the beaches of Normandy, the fight for a better life. Throughout his life, George often grabbed the hands of our imaginations and took us to the sands of war to understand sacrifice so that others may live. As the world began anew, the opening chapter with his new bride, Nina. would show us how to live the importance of the willingness to give and the necessity to share. His dedication to foreign service bespoke of sincerity of tolerance, dignity and respect long before the fashion plate as it is expressed today. Ambition, interest, and harboring an intellectual prowess, he became first a diplomat, then international consultant, mediator, educator, and writer. His tales of Northern Ireland, Peru, Mexico, and Santo Domingo all challenged our everyday view of the world, and captivated students. At a dinner party many years later, George was asked about the most interesting food he ever ate. Quiet and with head down, guinea pig, he said. Then, after a long pause, presented with tail and all! A long journey from his boyhood home in Kearney, Nebraska, but a testament to his academic achievements through Oxford, Georgetown, The Hague, Sorbonne (PhD Summa cum laude), Institute d'Etudes Politiques, and George Washington University, George came to know this world as few would even today. He was Executive Director of the World Affairs Council here in Pittsburgh. Served as Adjunct Professor, International Business Management, at Point Park University. He authored the book, Matthew B. Ridgway: Soldier, Statesman, Scholar, Citizen (1999). Following a fulfilling life abroad, George settled his family to Upper St. Clair in 1973 allowing his three girls, Martina Melinda, and Marlena to finish school. It was in their home on Brookdale Drive where his daughters fondly remember their father singing a wake up song. Born August 6, 1920 of Greek descent, Dr. Mitchell lived a remarkable life and made each of us a part of that story. He is survived by his wife, Nina; three children; sons-in-law, Edward Gallagher (Martina); grandchildren, Catherine and Christopher, Daryl Linkous (Melinda), and Chris McCann (Marlena), grandchildren, Christopher and Julia Rose. It is true; old soldiers never die, they just fade away. We can take heart that Poppy will always be with us. Family and personal friends will be received on Saturday, May 25 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, Falls Church, VA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REBECCA M. HYMES "BECKY" ON T...
REBECCA M. HYMES "BECKY" On Tuesday, May 21, 2019. Age 75, of Heidelberg. Daughter of the late Jacob and Mary Kopec; beloved wife of Bill Hymes; loving mother of Jake and Jason Hymes; proud grandmother of Alyssa Hymes; niece of Renee Storc; also survived by several cousins. Friends received Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 at the SZAFRANSKI-EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie where a Blessing Service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BENJAMIN M. WILLIAMS FORMERLY...
BENJAMIN M. WILLIAMS Formerly of Canonsburg and McMurray, passed away at the H.J. Heinz VA Medical Center in Pittsburgh on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. He was born September 23, 1933 in Houston, PA, a son of the late Benjamin and Mildred Williams. He was also predeceased by brother, John K. Williams; brother, David Williams; and sister, Bess Groves. He is survived by a sister, Mildred Williams, Ridgecrest, CA and brother, Charles J. Williams and wife, Ruth of Bedford, PA. Also surviving is a nephew, James P. Williams, wife, Tanya and their son, Hunter of Gordonville, PA. He served in the U.S. Army as a company tank commander and was a life member of the NRA, member of The American Legion, board member of the Keystone Paralyzed Veterans and other organizations. His greatest joys were hunting, fishing and serving his fellow veterans. He was honored by the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System in 2018 for 1,290 hours of volunteer work over 11 years. Viewing will be held on Friday, May 24, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the PITTSBURGH CREMATION AND FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 25 at 9:00 a.m. at the same location. Interment will be held at a later date at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Keystone Paralyzed Veterans, 1113 Main St., Pittsburgh, PA 15215. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at pittsburghcremation.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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IRENE GALLAGHER AGE 73, OF GRE...
IRENE GALLAGHER Age 73, of Greenfield, passed away peacefully after a brief illness, on Tuesday, May 21, 2019. Preceded in death by her parents, Mary and Hugh Gallagher. Arrangements entrusted to the EDWARD P. KANAIR FUNERAL HOME, Greenfield Ave., 15207. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOHN SUNDER "JACK" DECEMBER 2...
JOHN SUNDER "JACK" December 25, 1934 - May 21, 2019. On May 21st, surrounded by family, Jack went home to be with the Lord. Beloved husband of 59 years to Linda (Poe) Sunder; loving father of Laurel, Jon, Jamie and Wendy; adored Pappap of Bethany, Sharon, Abigail and Rachel. Memorial Service Saturday, May 25th, 1 p.m., Calvary Full Gospel Church, Bridgeville. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GARY PARENTI AGE 66, OF EBENSB...
GARY PARENTI Age 66, of Ebensburg Center, Ebensburg, PA. Passed into eternal life on May 21, 2019. Son of the late Louis and Laurel (McCue) Parenti and brother of the late Louis Keith Parenti; brother of Doreen (Jerry) Dolton of West Mifflin; uncle of Laura Jane and Jamie Lou Dolton. Burial will be private. Arrangements entrusted to GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., Munhall, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARY ELLEN GILDROY AGE 78, OF ...
MARY ELLEN GILDROY Age 78, of Squirrel Hill and Swissvale. Passed away peacefully on May 22, 2019. Daughter of the late John and Mary Gildroy; sister of John A. Gildroy, Jr. Mary Ellen served many generations of people while being a librarian for 48 years at the Carnegie Library in Oakland. She was also a dedicated and generous friend to all animals. Friends received Friday only, from 3-8 p.m. at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass will be held Saturday morning at 10 a.m. at the Word of God Parish, St. Anselm Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. www.niedfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARY (PATRLIKOVA) ROHAN AGE 88...
MARY (PATRLIKOVA) ROHAN Age 88, of Hays, on May 22, 2019. Beloved wife of the late William P.; loving mother of Irene (Stanford) Hoffman, Georgina (Thomas) Kane, Janie (Ronald) Boal, Susan Rohan, William F. (Lucy) Rohan and the late George Licehammer; also many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mary will be sadly missed by her beloved dog, Bruno. Friends received on Friday from 10 to 2 p.m. at GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall 412-461-6394 where a Blessing Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. with Fr. Robert Ahlin officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Animal Friends. Please share your condolences and memories at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DONALD DEL DUCA OF SHADYSIDE, ...
DONALD DEL DUCA Of Shadyside, formerly on Stanton Heights on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, age 82. Beloved husband of Geraldine M. Pendzich; brother of Robert Del Duca (Jan), and the late Barbara Ann Smierciak (Frank); brother-in-law of Helen Kramer, Caroline Gionta (Ed), Stella Meglio (the late Ben), Eugene Pendzich (the late Georgette), Joe Pendzich and the late Lawrence Pendzich; also survived by many nieces and nephews, including Mary, John, Joseph and Frank Smierciak (Chirsty Zadora) and their daughter Eleanor. Don was President of Local 12 Union BCT and proudly served his country in the Air Force. Friends received at MCCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Sunday and 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 St. Raphael Church at 10 a.m. Entombment with military honors will follow at Allegheny Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.mccabebrothers.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEPHANIE (DUDIAK) COLLIGAN AG...
STEPHANIE (DUDIAK) COLLIGAN Age 89, of Bethel Park, formerly of the South Side, on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. Beloved wife of 69 years of John "Jack" Colligan; mother of Marianne (Mark) Lesonick, Dr. Robert J. (Regina), and Kenneth P.; grandmother of Kristin Durkan, Allison and Michael Lesonick, and Michael and Bryan Colligan; great-grandmother of Marcus Empey, Maggi and Jack Durkan, Blake, Zoe, and Aiden Lesonick; daughter of the late Michael and Theodora Dudiak; sister of Olga Bleech, Ann Lucas, Theresa Martin, and the late Walter Dudiak, Mary Kuhar, Peter and Joseph Dudiak, Eugenia DeCarlo, Rosella Kearns, Nick Dudiak, and John Dudiak. Stephanie was a 1947 graduate of South High School. She was a charter member of St. Thomas More Church, and for years was very active in the Christian Mothers Association. For 25 years, she worked in the Bethel Park Meals on Wheels program. She was an avid bowler and golfer, and was a member of St. Clair Country Club. Family and friends welcome 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday at FREYVOGEL-SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 412-835-1860, (opposite Macy's South Hills Village). Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Saturday St. Thomas More Church. Interment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Catholic Charities. www.slaterfuneral.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEATRICE C. (PELLEGRINO) FINKE...
BEATRICE C. (PELLEGRINO) FINKE Age 84, of Mt. Lebanon, formerly of Beechview, on May 22, 2019. Beloved wife of the late William A. Finke, Sr.; mother of Tom (Heather) Finke and Steve Finke; step-mother of Bill Finke, Jr. and Jan (Tom) Hyman; beloved Grambea to Ashley, Caroline, William, Walker, and Michael Finke, Kiley and Keira Finke, and Danny Hyman; sister of the late Americo Pellegrino and Frances Gaughan; adored Aunt Bea to Joe Pellegrino, Nick (Georgette) Pellegrino, Sr., Mary Rose Pellegrino, Angela Gaughan, Colleen (Pete) Yohe, and Harry (Peggy) Gaughan; and adored cousin to the extended Vennare family. Family and friends welcome Monday, May 27 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at FREYVOGEL-SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, located at 112 Fort Couch Rd., opposite Macy's South Hills Village, Bethel Park. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Anne's Church on Tuesday, May 28, at 9:30 a.m., located at 400 Hoodridge Dr., in Mt. Lebanon. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are welcome to the Mt. Lebanon Foundation for Education, 7 Horsman Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15228 or to Three Rivers Hospice and Palliative Care, 2500 Mosside Blvd., Monroeville, PA. www.slater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SUSAN CROTHERS MANCINELLI OF C...
SUSAN CROTHERS MANCINELLI Of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away early on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. Born November 3, 1952, she grew up in Mount Lebanon, PA. She met her husband, John, of 35 years, in the Burgettstown Library where she was director. They later moved to the Akron area, where they raised their daughters, Lara and Maria. Susan worked as a student aide in the Cuyahoga Falls Public Schools for over 15 years. She was known for her ability to become friends with anyone, as well as for opening her home to everyone. She was an active member of her local church, Bethany United Church of Christ, and former president of the Kent Chapter of the American Field Service (AFS), welcoming and supporting dozens of exchange students in NEO. She loved her family farm in Taylorstown, PA, horses, traveling, gardening and spending time with family and friends. She is survived by her husband, John; daughters, Lara and Maria; and son-in-law, Nicola; siblings, Mary Good, Charles Crothers, and Caroline Barone. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 25th at 4 p.m. at Bethany United Church of Christ in Cuyahoga Falls (1235 Broad Blvd.). In lieu of flowers, please donate in her honor to The Nature Conservancy in Ohio (nature.org/ohio) or to Bethany United Church of Christ. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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