PASMAN ELLEN JANE 1933-2017 Ellen Jane Pasman passed away peacefully in her home on Boca Grande, FL, January 22, 2017, with her children by her side. She left this world eleven weeks to the day after her devoted husband of 59-years, Jim. When people speak of the Greatest Generation, they focus mainly on the men, but it applies equally to the women our mother especially. Jane was outstandingly capable in whatever she did, and whatever she did, she did it beautifully. As partners, Jane and Jim were an inseparable team who got so much from life and gave so much to the lives of all who knew them. Born Ellen Jane Kullman on August 8, 1933 in Newark, NJ to Mr. and Mrs. Frederic Daniel Kullman, Jane spent her childhood years in Maplewood, NJ. She attended Columbia High School and went on to earn her nursing degree at Mountainside Hospital School of Nursing with a residency in pediatrics at New York Hospital. Summers were spent on the Jersey shore, where Jane and Jim met in Bay Head. They were engaged in April 1956, married the following year and settled in Summit, NJ, as Jim began his career in finance. A devoted wife and mother, she left nursing to raise their three children and numerous pets that included dogs, bunnies, rehabilitated birds, stray cats, and even a raccoon. The family moved with Jim's career opportunities and Jane embraced volunteer work in the communities where they lived. She contributed to non-profits for children and land preservation including the Children's Home of Pittsburgh and Beechwood Farms Nature Preserve, Nantucket Conservation Foundation, the Boca Grande Child Care Center and Gasparilla Island Conservation and Improvement Association. Devoted to her Catholic faith, Jane was a cherished parish member at St. Scholastica (Pittsburgh, PA), St. Vincent de Paul (San Francisco, CA), Saint Mary's, Our Lady of the Isles (Nantucket, MA) and Our Lady of Mercy, Boca Grande. At heart, she was a natural born artist no matter the medium; gardening, flower arranging, painting, Nantucket Lightship basket weaving and in later years, her meticulously designed Sailor's Valentines. Jane was prolific in her passions, and generous in sharing her knowledge with others. As an active member of the Garden Club of Allegheny County and Fox Chapel Garden Club in Pittsburgh, and The Planters and Women's Club in Boca Grande, she was a mentor to so many. Her family and friends were her biggest fans and grateful recipients of her beautiful gifts. An elegant woman with exquisite taste, Jane had a passion for all things blue and white, and the fine art of entertaining. She raised her children with an abundance of love, while also stressing the importance of proper manners, table setting, serving, and clearing. She never missed the opportunity to pass these lessons on to her most adored grandchildren who are determined to write a Mimi Manual in her honor. No doubt it will be a best seller. Jane is survived by her children, James Spencer Pasman III, of Boston, MA; daughters, Suzanne Tracy Pasman of San Francisco, CA and Caroline Pasman Craig; and son-in- law, Richard Paul Craig, of Mill Valley, CA; and the four grandchildren she loved so dearly, Hannah Evans Pasman,Olivia Cardinale Pasman, Tristram McNab Craig, and Catherine Spencer Craig. A memorial mass was held at Our Lady of Mercy on January 27, 2017. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SAMUDOVSKY MARTHA M. (YUHOS) A...
SAMUDOVSKY MARTHA M. (YUHOS) Age 87, of Duquesne, died Saturday, March 25, 2017, from health issues stemming from an accidental hospital spleen injury. She was predeceased by husband Francis R. Samudovsky; parents Mary (Latzy) and John Yuhos of West Mifflin's Homeville section; and sister Wilma (Yuhos) Clarick. Martha retired as a medical secretary at Montefiore Hospital. She loved animals, was a cookbook collector, and enjoyed bingo, and slot machines. She is survived by daughters, Susan Samudovsky (Duquesne) and Kathleen Samudovsky (South Hills); son , John Samudovsky and daughter-in-law Trudie (Kepich) Samudovsky (Elizabeth Township); two grandchildren; nieces, and nephews. Visitation is Wednesday 4-8 p.m. at WILLIAM S. SKOVRANKO MEMORIAL HOME, INC., Duquesne. More at www.skovrankos.com . Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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POWER PATRICIA A. AGE 79, OF M...
POWER PATRICIA A. Age 79, of Mount Lebanon, on Saturday, March 25, 2017. Daughter of the late Thomas ,Sr. and Ellen (Doyle) Power; sister of Thomas F. (Bunny) Power, Jr. and the late Jack (Barbara surviving) Power; also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Pat worked for Rockwell International and Mellon Bank in the Legal Department. A private Interment will be held in Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WYNN DOROTHY AGE 90, PEACEFULL...
WYNN DOROTHY Age 90, peacefully on Sunday, March 26, 2017. Mother of Dorita Wynn; sister of Donald Whittington (Linda), Robertine Phoenix and Maxine Love-Williams (Robert E.). Visitation Thursday, March 30, 2017, 4-8 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC. Service Friday, March 31, 2017, 11 a.m. at Baptist Temple. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FREY NORMA M. (PHILLIPS) A...
FREY NORMA M. (PHILLIPS) Age 84, of Pittsburgh, on Saturday, March 25, 2017. Wife of the late Howard Elwood Frey; loving mother of Carol (Phil) Gallagher, Diane (Emin) Erman, and Joann (Mark) Sweitzer; also survived by eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Service and interment private. Arrangements by LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOPAY MARGARET (HAMAS) AGE 92,...
KOPAY MARGARET (HAMAS) Age 92, of Greenfield. She passed peacefully on Monday, March 20, 2017 after being under hospice care. She was preceded in death by her husband John E. Kopay on December 27, 2011; and her son, Christopher (Peggy) Kopay on March 4, 2017. She is survived by her loving children, John, Nicholas (Mary), Gregory (Patricia), and Collette Kopay. Margaret is also survived by her beloved grandchildren, Nicholas (Kathleen), Jonathan (Katie), Kevin (Stephanie), Matthew (Colleen), Julie (Michael) McCall, and Kim (Joseph) Incorvati; and ten great-grandchildren. Friends will be received on Friday, March 31, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave., Panaphada at 8 p.m. Funeral at 9:45 a.m. with Memorial Liturgy that will be held at 10:30 a.m. in the St. Elias Byzantine Catholic Church in Munhall. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to be made to St. Elias Byzantine Catholic Church, Byzantine Catholic Seminary, Sisters of Basil Mt. Saint Macrina, or Carlow University. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FALKOWSKI CHERYL (WIEDWALD) ON...
FALKOWSKI CHERYL (WIEDWALD) On March 22, 2017, with her devoted husband, Charlie, by her side and her loving family holding prayerful vigil. Cheryl passed away peacefully after living graciously and waging hope through her brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 1954 to parents, Francis and Mary (Bannon) Wiedwald, Cheryl was the youngest of three children including brothers, Rick and Tom Wiedwald. Cheryl was a graduate of Robert Morris University where she earned her Bachelor's of Science degree in Business Administration. Upon graduating, she started a teaching career at the Bradford School in Pittsburgh, PA, where she taught for 13 years. She transitioned from her teaching career to sales and management positions in the Higher Education Textbook Publishing Industry. Cheryl had a distinguished 25-year career in the industry where she earned many sales and leadership awards all while turning many of her professional relationships into cherished personal friendships. Outside of work, Cheryl's personal interests included spending time with family, getting together with dear, lifelong friends, shopping, many healthy activities such as her passion for yoga, walking, kayaking and biking. In 2014 Cheryl completed her 200-hour Teacher Training Certification in Yoga instruction. Cheryl volunteered for many causes, but after her July 2015 diagnosis, she focused her attention on assisting the local Pittsburgh chapter of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN). Cheryl is survived by her husband, Charlie Chuck/Chas to whom she was lovingly married for 29-plus years. The love and affection they shared was abundantly clear to everyone who witnessed them together. Charlie was so dedicated to her care. Cheryl is also survived by her brothers, Rick (Kathy) and Tom (JoAnne) Wiedwald; her in-laws, Dolly (Curt) Ellenberg, Janet Falkowski, Carol Falkowski, Ann (John) Huber, Bill (Patty) Falkowski; her nieces and nephews, Laurie (Rob) Moody, Shea (Joe Bellisario) Wesolowski, Ashley (Matt) Summers, Jeff (Gidget) Wiedwald, Jennifer Ellenberg, Lesley (John) Homer, John (Katherine) Huber, Jennifer (Greg Borchert) Huber, Bill Falkowski. In addition, Cheryl is also survived by great- nieces and nephews, Nicole, McKenzie, Tyler, Joey, Anthony, Gianna, Tommy, Christian, Caden, Dylan, Emily, Alex. She is also survived by two cousins, Jacquie Garland and Carol Cieslak; as well as her dear aunt, Jean Jena. Cheryl was a good friend to so many people. Hers is a legacy of love, friendship, healthy living and living her life through gratitude. One of Cheryl's favorite quotes is taken from the movie "The Notebook" which epitomizes her life: "There are no monuments dedicated to me and my name will soon be forgotten. But in one respect I've succeeded as gloriously as anyone who ever lived. I've loved another with all my heart and soul and for me that has always been enough." Family and friends will be received on Saturday, April 1, 2017, and Sunday, April 2, 2017, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220, and (412-563-2800). Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 3, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 310 Kane Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Interment will follow in Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, 2900 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317. In lieu of flowers, Cheryl has requested that you get together for lunch or tea or place a call to a forgotten friend or distant family member. Donations may be made in Cheryl's name to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), 1500 Rosecrans Ave., #200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CONBOY SALLY ANN FORMERLY OF G...
CONBOY SALLY ANN Formerly of Garfield on Tuesday, March 28, 2017, age 73. Beloved wife of James Herbert Conboy, Sr.; mother of James Keith Conboy (Kelly), Robert Eric Conboy, Tina Megahan (Lou), Marie Ann Bauerle (Dennis), Randall Keith Conboy (Jamie) and the late James Herbert Conboy, Jr.; grandmother of 11; great- grandmother of four; daughter of Sara and the late Gerald Petergal; sister of Lynn Davis and the late Debbie Fouch; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received at MCCABE BROS. INC. FUNERAL HOME, 5300 Penn Avenue, Bloomfield on Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where a funeral service will be held Friday at 12 noon. Interment to follow at Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TWIGG BRUCE ALAN OF SCOTT TWP...
TWIGG BRUCE ALAN Of Scott Twp., on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Noreen (O'Connor) Twigg; father of Lauren E. Twigg- Emerick and Cory S. O'Connor; beloved son of Patty L. and the late Thad E. Twigg; brother of Dale E. and Sharon R. Twigg; also survived by two grandchildren. Bruce graduated from Bethel Park High School and PENN Technical Institute. No visitation. Memorial service will be held Sunday, April 2, 2017, 2 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2040 Washington Rd., Upper St. Clair, PA 15241. Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the church. Arrangements by HENNEY, BRADWELL & NIRELLA, Carnegie. henneybradwellnirella.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FEDORSKY DOROTHY A. ON TUESDAY...
FEDORSKY DOROTHY A. On Tuesday, March 28, 2017, of South Side. Wife of the late Stanley Fedorsky; mother of Jerome (Charlene) Fedorowicz, Stanley (Sue) Fedorowicz, Bernard (Mary Lou) Fedorowicz, Laurel (Bruce) Gardner and the late Janet McCarthy; sister of Harry Ryczkowski; also survived by 11 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. Friends received at the JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 119 South 15th St., South Side on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Saturday morning at 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Adalbert Church, Prince of Peace Parish, at 10 a.m. www.gmiterfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MAHON DIANA A MEMORIAL SERVICE...
MAHON DIANA A memorial service to celebrate the life of Diana Mahon will be held on April 1, 2017, at 10 a.m. at the Temple of Memories in Allegheny Cemetery. Diana passed away peacefully at home on March 11, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Diana was the loving wife of almost 55 years to Joseph Mahon, Jr.; devoted mother of Colleen (Douglas) McKinney, Bonnie (Ronald) Fox and Joseph Mahon III; beloved grandmother of Allison, Kelly and Garrett McKinney, Andrew, Michael and Bethany Fox, Kaitlyn and Jennifer Mahon; sister of Janet Major. She was preceded in death by one brother, William Dankesreiter. Diana loved spending time with her family and will be fondly remembered as a wonderful listener and giver of advice by all who knew and loved her - friends and family alike. She loved tending to her garden, getting lost in a good book, and traveling with her sister, Janet and best friend, Geri. She and her husband attended Dorseyville Alliance Church. Celebrate Diana's life by taking joy and solace in the fact that she is enjoying her eternal life in her new home with her Heavenly Father. Although she is greatly missed here on earth, there are "far, far greater things ahead" for Diana. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be made to the Dementia Society, Alzheimer's Foundation, or the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KORBE ANTOINETTE J. FRONTERA O...
KORBE ANTOINETTE J. FRONTERA Of Indiana Twp., on Tuesday, March 28, 2017, Mrs. Korbe was the beloved wife of Stephen Korbe; mother of William Korbe, Robert Korbe (Christina); daughter of the late Ralph and Sestina Viviano Frontera; sister of Josephine Borrelli (Geno), and the late Stella Verzani, Pat, Benny, Jerry Lasanti, Ralph, Joe, Albert, Samual Frontera; grandmother of Taylor and Nicolas Korbe. Celebrate Mrs. Korbe's life with her family at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rte. 8, Shaler Twp. on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Glenshaw on Friday at 11:30 a.m. Leave condolences at www. permanfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REYNOLDS BLAINE E. PASSED AWAY...
REYNOLDS BLAINE E. Passed away on Wednesday March 22, 2017. He was preceded in death by his loving parents Frank E. and Jean R. Reynolds. He is survived by brother Frank (Bernadette) and sister Elexis; and nieces Mellanee and Stephanie; nephew Jonathon; uncle Jack of NYC, uncles Ray (Pat) Carter, Michael (Cookie) Carter, and Rickey Carter; also aunt Lena Joann; and a host of cousins and friends including those in the East Liberty Congregation of Jehovahs Witnesses. Memorial will be at Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses, 8890 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15235, on Friday, March 31, 2017, at 1p.m. Arrangements of care entrusted to HOUSE OF LAW, INC. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ULIZZI JAY T. JAY T. ULIZZI, A...
ULIZZI JAY T. Jay T. Ulizzi, Aliquippa, passed away on Monday, March 27, 2017, at home after a noble battle with cancer. Jay was born November 25, 1959, to Frank Ulizzi and the late Margaret Beck Ulizzi. He was employed in the Information Technology Department for 18 years, at FedEx Services in Coraopolis. Surviving are his loving wife, Holly Ulizzi; his son, Dominic; and daughter, Angela; his stepsons, Lucas (Bethany) and Brandon Scarsella; his granddaughters, Giada Valentina and Avery Scarsella; and his faithful dog, Reese. Also surviving are his brothers, Mick, Vince, Dean and Jimmie; and sisters, Kathy, Sandi, Tammy and Annie. Family and friends will be received on Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. in the HUNTSMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC. of Aliquippa (2345 Mill St.), where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pulmonary Department at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, 1331 East Wyoming Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 www.cancercenter. com/eastern. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUGLOVSKY HELEN (KRUL) A LIFEL...
RUGLOVSKY HELEN (KRUL) A lifelong resident of North Braddock, on her 90th birthday, Tuesday, March 28, 2017. Wife of the late Edward Ruglovsky; loving mother of Francis (Cyndee) Ruglovsky, Marian (the late Patrick) Mignogna, all of Forest Hills, Susan (Robert) Flynn of South Fayette, and the late Judy Ruglovsky; cherished grandmother of Maria (Karl) Mignogna, Rachel (John) Carroll, Alex and Amanda Flynn, H.B., and Jackson Brown; great-grandmother of Sophia Carroll. Last surviving sibling of Julia Asquino, Michael Big Feet Krul, Ann Fialkovich, Andrew Little Feet Krul, Nicholas Pickles Krul, Charles Halfy Krul, and Margaret Babe Piantiny. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Helen worked for 40 years at the J.M. Balter Company (Jaison's). She was the secretary of the Good Shepherd Senior Citizens and past member of the Ss. Peter and Paul Women's Guild. Helen was a wonderful baker, famously known for her lady locks. She was affectionately called the Energizer Bunny by her family. Friends welcome Friday 2-8 p.m. in the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800, where a Parastas will be prayed on Friday at 3:30 p.m. and a Panachida will be prayed on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. A Divine Liturgy will be held on Saturday in the Ss. Peter and Paul Church in Braddock on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Monongahela Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Sisters of St. Basil the Great, P.O. Box 878, Mt. St. Macrina, Uniontown, PA 15401. laniganfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRUNO ANGELO A. AGE 95, OF MT....
BRUNO ANGELO A. Age 95, of Mt. Washington, on March 25, 2017. Loving husband of the late Ethel (Thomas); beloved son of the late Antonio and Jenny; cherished father of Anthony (Carmen) of Colorado and JoAnn Radage; dear brother of Alphonso and the late Mary Stefano (Jim); adoring grandfather of Alicia, Joanna, Tonya, Stephen, and Frank; doting great-grandfather of Antonio; treasured uncle of Vincent, Jr., Ken, Kevin, Bob, David, Gwen, and the late Michael; Angelo also leaves his wonderful friends Kim, Jessyka, Tamara, Morgan, Devin, and Tom. Angelo proudly served our country during WWII in the U.S. Army. Interment private. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LANG JOANN (THOMPSON) AGE 66, ...
LANG JOANN (THOMPSON) Age 66, of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully after a long struggle with cancer on March 23, 2017. Joann moved to Oklahoma City, OK where she met and married Robert L. Harty in 1995. Joann worked for the Daily Oklahoman since 2005 and many other OK newspapers, as a sales representative. Joann is survived by her two sisters, Carole (Raymond) King, Deborah Coudriet; two brothers William and Thomas Thompson; along with many nieces and nephews. Her husband Robert joined Joann in their final journey on March 25, 2017 after a long illness. They will be forever loved and greatly missed. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FATULA JOHN M. JOHN M. FATULA,...
FATULA JOHN M. John M. Fatula, age 74, of McKees Rocks, PA, peacefully fell asleep in the Lord on March 27, 2017. Preceding him in death were his devoted father, Michael Nicholas Fatula, and his cherished sister and brother, Rita Barbara and James E. Fatula. He was the beloved son of Rita Hyzy Fatula of Braddock, PA; and treasured brother of Sr. Mary Ann Fatula, O.P., of Columbus, Ohio, William (Mary Jean) Fatula, and Michael A. (Barbara, d.) Fatula of Pittsburgh, Rita (Don) Moldovan of Indian Trail, NC, and David (Faustyna) Fatula of Steubenville, OH. He is also survived by loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. John was the Lord's precious gift to us. He was deeply committed to his Byzantine Catholic and Carpatho-Rusyn heritage, and our family is indebted to him for his tireless work in researching and writing the family history. His deep Catholic faith, profound wisdom, gracious charity, and extraordinary peace of soul made him a blessing to all who knew him. Having earned Master's degrees in philosophy, theology, and social work, John completely dedicated his life to the Lord and to serving the Church. After committed service in VISTA and Charismatic Covenant communities in Seattle, Minneapolis, and Boston, John became Religious Education Coordinator of St. John of God Parish, serving the parish community with selfless devotion for the past 24 years. John dearly loved his work and the people of St. John of God. We are deeply grateful to Fr. Lou Vallone, pastor; Alice Kilonsky, nurse; and the entire parish family of St. John of God for their many kindnesses to John. Family and friends will be received at WILLIAM S. SKOVRANKO MEMORIAL HOME, Richford and Commonwealth Ave., Duquesne, on Friday, March 31, 2017, from 4-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Good Shepherd Church, Braddock, on Saturday, April 1, 2017, at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery, West Mifflin. It was John's humble request that, in lieu of flowers, prayers and Masses be offered for him and for all the faithful departed. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STAUFF WILLIAM S. AGE 89, WENT...
STAUFF WILLIAM S. Age 89, went home to be with the Lord on March 26, 2017. Bill was born on July 22, 1927, the son of the late Ellen and John Stauff. He graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School in 1945 and then served two years in the Army (1945-1947). Bill graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 1951. He was a member of the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. Bill wed his late wife, Janet Bartle in 1952 and they were married for 50 years. For 35 years he was employed by General Electric and retired in 1987. Bill was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. For seven years, he volunteered for the Meals on Wheels program. Bill is survived by his wife, Freddie; daughter, Sue (the late Peter) Miller; son, Robert (Patty) Stauff; grandchildren, Derek (Rachel) Hahn, Kurt (Jordan) Hahn, Allison (Harley) Doane, Megan (Steve) Bronder; five great-grandchildren; four stepchildren; and eight step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by siblings, Jack Stauff and Dorothy (Fred) Corey. A gathering of family and friends will be held Saturday, April 1, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. at Friendship Village. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Westminster Presbyterian Church, the EAF fund at Friendship Village or a charity of your choice. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at www. cremationfuneralcare.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILLIAMS MURRAY WAYNE AGE 93, ...
WILLIAMS MURRAY WAYNE Age 93, of Waynesburg, PA, formerly of Bethel Park, passed away in his home Tuesday, March 28, 2017, with family members at his side. Mr. Williams was born on August 17, 1923, in Clearfield, Pennsylvania, a son of Sylvan K. and Genevieve Nelson Williams. Mr. Williams graduated from Clearfield High School in 1942. After a very brief session in New York University, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on February 13, 1942. Following his training at Camp Matthews, he was assigned as part of the occupation force in Nagasaki, Japan. Following his military service, Mr. Williams returned to Clearfield, PA, where he worked in the family business of Clearfield Furs. Mr. Williams opened a branch of Clearfield Furs in the Pittsburgh area. He retired as vice president from an active business life in 1977 and moved to the Waynesburg area that same year. Mr. Williams was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Waynesburg. He was a 67-year member of the Lions Club, earning the Milestone Chevron Award. He was a Lions Club Melvin Jones Fellow. He was also a member of the Bethel Park Masonic Lodge No. 761. Murray, a Marine Corps veteran, was a member of the Waynesburg Leathernecks where he played a leadership role in the Toys-for-Tots program. He enjoyed fishing trips in Canada, hunting in Alaska and listening to the harmonies of Barbershop Music. He liked his early morning coffee at Hardees and lunch time soup and pie at the Airport Restaurant with his local friends and Marine Corps Veterans. Mr. Williams placed an emphasis on his faith and the importance of community service. He will long be remembered for his sense of humor and his dedication to his family values. He was married to the love of his life, Laurine Schneck Williams, for 71 years. Mr. Williams, the last of his immediate family, is survived by his wife, Laurine Schneck Williams; and their four children, Debbie (Paul) Rudy of Cincinnati, OH, Denise (Atsunobu) Furuya of Batavia, OH, Diane (William) Lindley of Washington, PA and Kenneth (Maureen) Williams of Bethel Park, PA. Also surviving are nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Mr. Williams was preceded in death by his brother, Eugene, who died in 2015. Friends will be received from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 30, 2017, in the MILLIKEN AND THROCKMORTON FH, INC., Daryl L. Throckmorton Owner/Director, 197 N. Maiden St., Waynesburg, PA 15370. There will be additional visitation at the funeral home on Friday, March 31, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. the time of the service, with Rev. David Lake, officiating. Burial will be in Greene Co. Memorial Park, Morgan Twp., Greene Co., PA. Graveside military honors will be accorded by the James Farrell American Legion Post #330 and Representatives of the United States Marine Corps. Information is online at www.milliken-throckmortonfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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