BRUCE DEBORAH ANN (KALANONVICZ) Age 59, of Elizabeth, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, April 24, 2018. Beloved wife of 27 years to Harry W. Bruce, Jr.; loving mother of Robert (Michelle) Kepics, Joshua (girlfriend, Kelly) Bruce, Andy (Tracey) Bruce, and William Bruce; cherished grandmother of Lyla Kepics, Andrew Bruce, Nathan Bruce, and Branson Bruce; sister of Darla Kalanonvicz, Donna Lukis and Doreen (Anthony) Romano; daughter of her late parents, Walter and Ethyl Kalanonvicz. Deborah loved taking pictures of Lake Erie, her boy's baseball games and family functions. She was a member of New Hope Assembly and Rivers Edge Churches and she worked as a secretary at two different churches; Bethesda and Fells Methodist Church. She enjoyed her work as a cosmetologist and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Visitation will be held at New Hope Assembly of God, 900 Peairs Road, Elizabeth Twp, PA 15037, on Thursday, April 26, 2018 and Friday, April 27, 2018 from 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2018, 10 a.m., at New Hope Assembly of God. Online condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LANGLEY R. GORDON AGE 95, CHIL...
LANGLEY R. GORDON Age 95, Chillicothe, OH, died April 23, 2018. Born in Oakdale, TN, to late Welda E. and Ethel Stonecipher Langley. Survived by sons, Jerry (Carolyn), South Bend, IN, Gary (Elaine), Pittsburgh, PA; daughter, Sharon Gaskill, Chillicothe, OH; three grandchildren; five great- grandchildren; predeceased by wives, Rema Byrd and Geraldine Jeri (Benson), brothers Lawrence, Welda Jr., Harold; a sister, Hazel Sweet; and son-in-law Charles Gaskill. Retired vice-president, Finance and Administration for Wear-Ever Aluminum, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA and Alcoa, TN. He was employed by Alcoa for 38 years. In 1981, he was appointed Judicial Administrator for the Ross County (OH) Court System until 1988. WWII M/SGT Army Veteran; member American Legion, F & AM, Aladdin Shrine, Walnut St. UMC, Chairman Adena Health System Board, received the Silver Beaver Award from Boy Scouts of America, the Scouting Torch Award and the Liberty Bell Award from the Ross County Bar Association in 1988, was a Paul Harris Fellow (Rotary) and Patron of the Chillicothe Rotary Foundation. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 28, at the HALLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY. Burial in Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to either: National Church Residence-Hospice, 681 E. Second St., Waverly, OH 45690; or Walnut St. UMC, 16 S. Walnut St., Chillicothe, OH 45601. HallerFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WINSTEAD DANIELLE AGE 28, OF P...
WINSTEAD DANIELLE Age 28, of Pittsburgh, departed this life on April 16, 2018. Visitation Friday, April 27, 2018, 2-4 p.m. Service to immediately follow at 4 p.m. All services are at SPRIGGS - WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 North Lang Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SWANSON ANN AGE 65, OF CHARLER...
SWANSON ANN Age 65, of Charleroi, passed away on Tuesday, April 24, 2018. Born on September 5, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Frank Swanson and Elizabeth Betty (Soltis) Swanson, who survives, of Charleroi. Ann was one of the first nurses to get a BSN from Duquesne University. She worked at McGee Hospital and over her career she worked in many Pittsburgh hospitals. In addition to her mother, Ann is survived by her brother, Frank G. Swanson, of Charleroi; sisters, Kathleen Swanson Steitler (Robert W.), of Aiken, SC, and Mary Beth Swanson (David Praisler), of Florida; uncle, Jack Soltis; nieces and nephews, Laura Steitler Panzer (Hadley), R. Seth Steitler, and Daniel W. Steitler (Hannah); and great-nephews, Alexe and Ellison Panzer. In addition to her father, she was predeceased by a brother, John Swanson. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Friday, April 27, 2018, in the CARL J. SPALLINO FUNERAL HOME, 819 Fallowfield Ave., Charleroi, Joseph A. Lopez, funeral director. Divine Liturgy at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Holy Ghost Byzantine Church, Charleroi. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Online condolences to: spallinofuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CRAWFORD DEBORAH L. AGE 61, OF...
CRAWFORD DEBORAH L. Age 61, of Pittsburgh, departed this life on April 22, 2018. Leaves to mourn one son, James Crawford; and three grandchildren. Visitation Saturday, April 28, 2018, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Service to immediately follow at 12 noon. All services are at SPRIGGS - WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 North Lang Ave. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TROUT MARGARET A. (RATTIGAN) O...
TROUT MARGARET A. (RATTIGAN) Of Munhall, on April 25, 2018, age 87. Beloved mother of Margaret Peggy (Michael) Mroz of Lincoln Place, Gene (Jeannie) Trout of Pleasant Hills, and Bob (Janice) Trout of Munhall; sister of Francis Rattigan and the late Ruth Ninelist; loving grandma of Peggy Mroz-Havaran, Beth Liz Mroz-Kufen, Cara Trout, Katy (Trout) Palma, Jason Trout, and Erin (Trout) King; also survived by seven great- grandchildren. Family and friends will be received at the SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall, on Saturday 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be Monday 10 a.m. at St. Therese Church, Munhall. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOWERS ERNEST A. AGE 80, OF CO...
BOWERS ERNEST A. Age 80, of Coraopolis, formerly of Moon Township, passed away peacefully Tuesday night, April 24, 2018, at his home surrounded by his wife and daughters. He was born in Sewickley, PA on February 2, 1938, one of three to the late Henry and Margaret (Holmes) Bowers. Beloved husband of Carol (Sleasman) Bowers; loving father of Kimberly (Kris) Blunkosky, Valerie Bowers and Kelly Bowers; proud grandfather of Anthony, Sydney, Evan and Jake; brother of Garnette (the late James) Marshall and Shirley (Dr. Jerry) Parker. Ernie was retired from R.B. & W. Visitation Saturday 4-8 and Sunday from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at COPELAND'S, Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. In lieu of flowers, please plant a seed in Ernie's honor. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FLAMOS GEORGE J. AGE 91, ON WE...
FLAMOS GEORGE J. Age 91, on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. Beloved husband of Evelyn (Totin) Flamos; loving father of John S. (Patricia) Flamos, Diane G. (Tom) Young of NY and the late Mark G. Flamos; grandfather of Nicole Schwartz, Christopher Flamos, Stacie Kobza, Katie Wildes, Thomas Young, Kelly Young, Johnathan Flamos and Christina Martin; great- grandfather of Grayson Schwartz, Penn Schwartz, Emmett Wildes, Mark Flamos and Ellie Flamos; brother of the late Antoinette Petros. Family will receive visitors Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Ave., Pgh., PA 15212 where there will be a funeral service in the home chapel Saturday 9:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials to Little Sisters of the Poor. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DAY RICHARD ALAN AGE 53, BELOV...
DAY RICHARD ALAN Age 53, beloved husband, brother, and friend went home to be with the Lord suddenly on Sunday, April 22, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Rachel W. Day; sister, Jennifer Day; and father, Richard Day as well as many friends and colleagues. He was preceded in death by his mother, Charlotte (Burrucker) Day. Richard was born November 30, 1964 in New York City and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. He graduated Cum Laude from Northgate H.S. and was a star athlete on the Northgate Flames Varsity football team. He loved the game of football and was a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Richard was nothing short of extraordinary. He graduated from West Point Military Academy in 1986 and served in the United States Army as a helicopter pilot and proudly served his country in Operation Desert Storm. He was honored with many Army medals to include the Army Commendation Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Kuwait Liberation Medal. He was honorably discharged from the Army at the rank of Captain. Richard went on to get his MBA and work on Wall Street for AIG and Reader's Digest before relocating to Ohio with his wife to continue his career in finance. He was an active member of Church in the Valley and the West Point Alumni Association. He was brilliant, sophisticated, kind, and loyal beyond measure. He had recently fought his toughest battle against Mantle Cell Lymphoma, a cancer that required a bone marrow transplant. He will be loved and cherished as his passing is immeasurably painful for all who knew him. He was a hero and will be missed more than words can ever express. A service of remembrance with military honors will be held for Richard on Saturday, April 28 at 11:00 a.m. at Church in the Valley, 2241 Everett Rd., Peninsula, OH 44264. In lieu of flowers the family requests that all donations be made to Whitehawk Ranch, Inc., P.O. Box 4035, Copley, Ohio 44321. Whitehawk Ranch is a nonprofit organization that Rich and his wife Rachel started in 2003 to help at-risk teen girls. The ranch has been the life mission of Rich and Rachel. To share a Memory, Send a Condolence, or Light a Candle, visit the Tribute Wall at www.billowfuneralhomes.com (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel) Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MROZ EMIL M. OF LINCOLN PLACE,...
MROZ EMIL M. Of Lincoln Place, passed away on April 19, 2018, age 87. Beloved husband of 55 years to the late Pauline Mroz; loving father of Lance (Patti) Mroz, Cheryl (Jay Bausch, Gregory (Kelly) Mroz, and the late Christopher Mroz (Eileen survives) and Donald Mroz; grandfather of Lance (Kelly) Mroz, Jr., Rebecca (Jon) Scott, Kimberley (Lee) Grant, Ryan (Stacy) Bausch, Emily (Grant) Hanson, Jeremy Mroz, Jared Bausch, Evan Mroz, Mallory Mroz, and Tyler Mroz; great-grandfather of ten. Emil worked as a steel fabricator and draftsman. He was a Veteran of the Korean War. He loved hunting, fishing, gardening, painting, woodworking, and tinkering with just about anything. Friends will be received on Friday, April 27, 4-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, 15236. A Blessing Service will be held on Saturday, April 28, 11:30 a.m., in the funeral home chapel. Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROHRER STEPHEN M. STEVE AGE ...
ROHRER STEPHEN M. STEVE Age 71, of Penn Hills, unexpectedly, on Tuesday, April 24, 2018. Husband of the late Kathleen "Kathy" (DiCaprio) Rohrer; father of Kimberly Rohrer (Mark Goucher) and Michele Rohrer (John Kuhn); grandfather of Randy (Brittany Allison) Geiselhart, Ciarra Carrozzi, Zachary, and Jacob Goucher; brother of the late Tia Rohrer; brother-in-law of Lorraine Meredith, Cindy (Jack) Petrick, and Pat Meredith; also survived by nieces, nephews, and furry friend, Zoe. He retired from NAPA after 38 years. Steve was a member of Masonic Lodge #546 and loved classic cars, attending and entering car shows, and watching NASCAR. He had the opportunity to do the Richard Petty Driving Experience, one of his best memories. The annual trip to the beach was made complete by parasailing with each of the grandkids. Friends received Friday 3-8 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills, where a Blessing Service will be held Saturday 10 a.m. Interment in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILBORN GRACETTA M. ON SATURDA...
WILBORN GRACETTA M. On Saturday, April 21, 2018, age 65, of N. Braddock, PA. Daughter of Lucinda Wilborn; mother of Tamiko Wilborn, Auntiko Cook, LaNisha Cook, Barbretta Cook, DeJohn McKenzie, Janay McKenzie, and RaShawna McKenzie; sister of Zilphia McCaa, Beatrice, Wallace and Irving Wilborn; companion of Keith Preston; also survived by 14 grandchildren, a host of other family members and friends. No visitation. Meet and greet with family and friends Friday 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. April 27, 2018, at Unity Baptist Church, 420 Fifth Street, Braddock, where the Memorial Service will begin Friday 12 p.m. Interment was private. Services of comfort entrusted to WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC., 808 Talbot Ave., Braddock, PA 15104. (412) 271-3880. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TOKOS GABRIEL S., JR. AGE 75, ...
TOKOS GABRIEL S., Jr. Age 75, a lifelong resident of Coraopolis, passed away on Monday, April 23, 2018, at Allegheny General Hospital. The last of the Tokos Family, he was born in Sewickley on August 15, 1942, one of two sons to the late Agnes (Muslick) and Gabriel S. Tokos, Sr. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Donald L. Tokos. His family was made of friends, among them being Bob Mac Dowell and Ray Rakowsky. Gab, a 1960 graduate of McKees Rocks High School, had worked for PGT Trucking in Monaca and Penn Tank Lines, Coraopolis. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp during Vietnam and was a member of the American Legion #0618, Stowe Township. Visitation Friday 11 a.m. until time of Service at 1 p.m. at COPELAND'S, Coraopolis, 867 Fifth Ave. Burial will be in Coraopolis Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, Gab asked for donations to Heritage Valley Sewickley Foundation, Office of Institutional Advancement, 420 Rouser Rd., Suite 102, Moon Township, PA 15108. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPENCER VANESSA D. ON SATURDAY...
SPENCER VANESSA D. On Saturday, April 21, 2018 Vanessa D. Spencer, 64, of Wilkinsburg, PA. Wife of George C. Spencer Sr.; mother of Shamra J., George Jr., and Maurice Spencer; Daughter of Arlene Toler; sister of Melissa Miller, Karen, Lydia, Charles, Howard, Douglas and Lewis Toler. Also survived by two grandchildren, a host of other family members and friends. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. April 27, 2018 at Covenant Church of Pittsburgh (East Hills), PA, where the funeral service will be held Saturday 11 a.m. April 28, 2018. Interment National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Services of comfort entrusted to WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC., 808 Talbot Ave., Braddock, PA 15104. (412) 271-3880. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CONLEY DR. THOMAS L. OF SITKA,...
CONLEY Dr. THOMAS L. Of Sitka, AK, died on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at the age of 74. He is survived by his wife, Marylyn Burens Conley; his son, Dr. Alexander Conley and his wife, Dr. Alysia Marino of Colorado; his daughter, Anya of Sitka; his sister, Judith Stafford of Pittsburgh; his brother, James of Tampa, FL; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence J. and Margaret McGinley Conley; and his oldest brother, Joseph J. Conley. Tom was born and raised in Pittsburgh and attended South Hills Catholic High School and Duquesne University. He received his medical degree in 1969 from the Pritzer School of Medicine at the University of Chicago. After serving in the Navy, Tom accepted a position with the Public Health Department in Ketchikan, AK, and later moved to Sitka where he was affiliated with SEARHC, the South East Alaska Regional Health Consortium. Tom, who was a board certified pediatrician, served on the State of Alaska Medical Licensing Board and on numerous school boards. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WALSH PETER J. AGE 85, OF UPPE...
WALSH PETER J. Age 85, of Upper St. Clair, raised in Oakland, passed away on Tuesday, April 24, 2018, peacefully surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of 57 years of Sarah Kathleen Nee; son of the late Morgan and Barbara Ridge Walsh; brother of the late Rev. Morgan J. Walsh; father of Peter M. Walsh, Mary Frances (Dennis) Eberz, Barbara (William) Waugh, and Anne Parisi; grandfather of Sarah, Stephanie, Patrick, Cassandra, Janie, Morgan, Maeve, and Grace. Pete served in the US Army as a pilot during the Korean War and retired as a Detective Sergeant from the Pittsburgh Police Dept. He enjoyed golf, reading history, and spending time with his family, friends, and grandchildren. Family and friends welcome Sunday 2-8 p.m. WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. 15220 (412-563-2800). Funeral Mass in St. John Capistran Church Monday 11 a.m. Burial to follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Catholic High School, 4720 Fifth Ave., Pgh., PA 15213, or a charity of one's choice. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BLACK SARAH E. 97 YEARS OF AGE...
BLACK SARAH E. 97 years of age, formerly of New Kensington, on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, in Broadmore Senior Living, Bridgeville. Beloved wife of the late Harry C. Black; dear mother of Harry A. (Sharon) Black and Ronald L. (Vickie) Black; loving grandmother of Amy (Tony) Whittington, Carrie (Ed) Purtill, Ian Black, and Lisa (Vincent) Paglia; and great- grandmother of Nick and Justin Whittington, Abby and Emma Purtill, and Izabel Paglia. Visitation and burial will be private. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Frank F. Gigler Funeral Home, Lower Burrell, PA (724-335-6500). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PRUNTY LARRY W. OF HOMEWOOD, P...
PRUNTY LARRY W. Of Homewood, peacefully transitioned on April 24, 2018. Visitation Sunday, April 29, 2018 2-6 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC., where homegoing services will be held on Monday, April 30, 2018 at 11 a.m. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHOMKO JOHN BORN AT 400 FOREST...
CHOMKO JOHN Born at 400 Forest Ave. in Monessen, PA on July 15, 1925, as a son of Ukrainian immigrants. He was a member of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Monessen and a fine Carpenter. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Tillie Chomko; sisters, Mary Zimmerman, Ann Brindak, Olga Chomko, and Helen Joyce; brothers, Peter, Steve, and Nick Chomko. Surviving are a sister-in-law, Martha Mae Chomko; numerous nieces and nephews; the members of St. Nicholas Church of Monessen; and a dear friend, George Mazur. Glory to Jesus Christ! Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the RHOME FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1209 Grand Blvd., Monessen, where friends will be welcomed on Friday, April 27, 2018, from 5-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Monessen. Interment will follow in the Grandview Cemetery of Monessen. Online condolences may be conveyed to the Chomko Family at: rhomefuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WHITMORE PHYLLIS ANN AGE 76, O...
WHITMORE PHYLLIS ANN Age 76, of Monroeville, passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Dewey Guy Whitmore; mother of Scott Whitmore and his wife, Lynn, and Robert Whitmore and his wife, Gina; grandmother of Megan, Stephanie, Brian, Jonathan and the late Zachary; great- grandmother of Giovanni, Danielle, Giorgio, and Lorenzo. She was preceded in death by her parents, Philip and Ann (Sisco) Lesando; and her brother, Lawrence Lesando. She enjoyed reading, watching football, especially the Steelers, and the time she spent playing with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Friends will be received from 1-5 p.m. Sunday at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike, (412) 372-2100. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. on Monday, April 30, 2018 at St. Bernadette Church. (Everyone please meet at the Church). Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial contributions to the Monroeville Public Library. www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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