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WISSNER ROBERT J. AGE 74, ...

February 1, 2019, 5:00 pm
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WISSNER ROBERT J. Age 74, of West View, passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a lengthy illness on Thursday, January 31, 2019. Beloved husband, of nearly 49 years on Valentine's Day, of Elizabeth "Betty-Jo" (Jack); loving father of Roberta J. Kunkel (John), Rebecca J. Born (David), Brian J. (Chanel), Bonnie J. Vatovec (Ryan), Sarabeth "Beth" Scheller (Joseph Pritchard), and Bradley J. (Robert Gomez); proud grandfather of 11; brother of Howard Wissner, Christine Bennett, and Diane Firko; son of the late Howard and Victoria (Stazer) Wissner; also survived by loving relatives and friends. Always warming the room with his smile and good nature, Bob reveled in the simple pleasures of good food, a quick step polka, and celebrating his children's and grandchildren's ethnic performances. Friends will be received on Monday from 2-8 p.m., at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC ., 806 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp. Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Teresa of Avila Church on Tuesday 10 a.m. Bob proudly served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam Era. After being honorably discharged, he enjoyed a 43 year career with the United States Postal Service. In lieu of ?owers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KELLY PAUL MICHAEL ON FRIDAY...

February 1, 2019, 5:00 pm
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KELLY PAUL MICHAEL On Friday, February 1, 2019. Beloved husband of Kathleen E. "Kassie" (Tschannen) Kelly; loving father of Katelynn M. Kelly; son of the late Joseph P. and Sally (Kvatsak) Kelly; brother of Jennifer L. (Mark) Gloff, Erin B. (Holleman), Lisa A. Gubish, Jeff S.(Janine) Kelly, and Colleen M. (Carl) Pietrusinski. Survived also by nieces and nephews. Family will receive visitors Sunday 1-7 p.m., at O'BRIEN'S, 3724 California at Cooper Aves., N.S. Mass of Christian Burial in Little Sisters of the Poor Chapel, 1028 Benton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Monday at 11 a.m. Interment private. Paul owned and operated Kelly's Beer Distributor in Brighton Heights. The Family wishes memorials in Paul's name to either The Little Sisters of the Poor or St. Jude Hospital. www.obriensfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SMITH HARRY DARNELL WAS BORN...

February 1, 2019, 5:00 pm
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SMITH HARRY DARNELL Was born on July 27, 1953 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He died on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Shadyside Hospital. Family and Friends will be received on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 from 12:30 p.m. -1:30 p.m., at COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 427 Lincoln Avenue, where Memorial Service will begin at 1:30 p.m. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Harriet Timpson Smith. He is survived by his companion and partner, Wilda Jones; sister, Runette Brown; and brother, Melvin T. Smith; nieces, Felice Johnson (Larry Johnson) and Kimyarte Smith; nephew, Kristopher Brown; great-nephew, Brandon Johnson (Sanoma Johnson); and great-niece, Irielle Smith. And not to be excluded are great-great- nieces, Logan Marie Johnson and Bryce Denise Johnson; along with a number of cousins and members of the Jones family. Harry graduated from Perry High School and soon after joined the United States Navy. After serving in the Navy, he became a certi?ed sous chef, he joined his brother, Melvin and stayed in San Diego, California where he lived for over 30 years working as a sous chef. He then relocated back home to Pittsburgh, PA in 2008 where he worked in various restaurants and facilities as a cook and sous chef. Harry led a quiet and purposeful life with a dry weird sense of humor. He worked hard at his craft and took much pride and derived immense joy in his ability to feed others well and their enjoyment of his skills. He had a vivid memory that worked to his credit and detriment. Harry could be stubborn and yet he had such a very sensitive side. He will be missed. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOYCE LUCILLE "LUCY" OF CHAL...

February 1, 2019, 5:00 pm
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BOYCE LUCILLE "LUCY" Of Chalfant, age 92, died peacefully in her home on Friday, February 1, 2019. Beloved wife for 66 years of John J. “Whitey” Boyce; loving mother of Donald (Sharon) Boyce of Myrtle Beach; dear grandmother of Amy Bates of North Versailles, April (Tom) Hanahan of Monroeville, Camera Holycross of Ohio and Michael Hlebowicz of Oklahoma; great-grandmother of Haley and Kelsey. Lucy was preceded in death by her sisters, Mary Orosz, Irma Davies and June Balint. She is also survived by nieces and nephews. Lucy was a retired receptionist and secretary from Westinghouse Nuclear Center in Monroeville. She enjoyed camping at the Slippery Rock Campground and at the Briarcliff Campground in Myrtle Beach. She also was fond of bowling and gol?ng.   Friends are welcome on Sunday from 1-5 at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC ., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Maurice Church, Forest Hills, on Monday at 12 noon. Lucy will be laid to rest in Penn Lincoln Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr., Pgh., PA 15205 or www.cancer.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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REISCH ROBERT C., JR . OF WI...

February 1, 2019, 5:00 pm
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REISCH ROBERT C., JR . Of Wilkins Twp., age 68, on Thursday, January 31, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Georgianna (Grif?n) Reisch; father of Georgette Matlak; brother of Claire Reisch and Scott (Joann) Reisch of Level Green; stepbrother to Richard Bigley, Rainey Leon, III, Barbara Mink and Kathy Kochanov; Bob is also survived by two grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Bob has been a career Master Plumber and owner of Ardmore Plumbing and Heating. He was a member of the F&AM Dallas Lodge #508, the Syria Temple and the O.L. Verein. Bob was an outdoors man who appreciated all types of ?shing and hunting. He especially enjoyed any time spent with family and friends. Friends are welcome on Sunday from 1-5 p.m., at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC ., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800 where a Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 1 p.m. Bob will be laid to rest in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COLLIGAN FR . JAMES P. MM ON ...

February 1, 2019, 5:00 pm
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COLLIGAN FR . JAMES P. MM On Thursday, January 31, 2019, age 90. Born in Pittsburgh, PA to Paul and Beatrice Flynn Colligan. Brother of John T. Colligan, Elaine MacIntyre and the late Vivian Sweeney, and Robert, Michael P. and Thomas Colligan; also survived by nieces and nephews. Father Colligan graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1946. He entered Maryknoll in 1948. Seminary Studies earned him a Bachelor's in Philosophy and a Master's in Religious Education. After Ordination in 1955, he was assigned to Japan. Language study and parish assignments occupied his early years, including an assignment as Pastor and Kindergarten Principal in Mikasa, Hokkaido. Meanwhile, he provided articles and photos of Japan to church publications abroad. Assigned in 1966 to full time writing and photography, he spent three semesters at Syracuse University to earn a Master's in journalism. Returning to Japan in 1968, he obtained Japanese Government accreditation as correspondent of the US Bishop's news service in Washington, DC. He spent a year as Tokyo Bureau Chief for the Union of Catholic Asian News (UCAN) before resuming af?liation with the US Bishops' Agency, Catholic News Service (CNS). He was elected three times chairman of Foreign Press in Japan (FPIJ). For a decade, he contributed a regular column for the Japan Christian Quarterly. He was co-editor to their book Christianity in Japan. He provided editorial materials on Asia for Maryknoll; compiled a history of the Society's presence among the ethnic Japanese; and a summary, with photos, on the Church works in Bangladesh. A member of the Catholic Press Association, the Overseas Press Club and the Foreign Correspondents Club of Japan, which awarded him a life membership in 1994. Fr. Colligan was assigned to the United States in 1997, in Los Angeles. He assisted at St. Francis Xavier Parish and its Japanese Catholic Mission. In 2003, he was assigned to Retirement and returned to New York in 2012. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Sunday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where funeral will commence on Monday at 9 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial in St. Paul Cathedral at 10 a.m. Interment private. Condolences may left at www.mccabebrothers.com. In lieu of ?owers, the family suggests donations in Fr. Jim's name to Maryknoll Missions, www.donate.maryknoll.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WILSON MARJORIE A. "MARGIE" AG...

February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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WILSON MARJORIE A. "MARGIE" Age 85, of Bethel Park, on Friday, February 1, 2019. Beloved wife for 48 years of the late Robert S. Wilson, her high school sweetheart; loving mother of Sharon Henry, David C. Wilson and Amy Burner; cherished grandmother of Christopher James Burner, and Jessica, Phillip and Alex Henry. Margie graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School in 1952. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and she was truly devoted to her Christian faith, instilling a belief in each of her family members that will remain with them forever. Margie touched many people's lives and had a positive affect on everyone which continued in her last few years with the residents and staff at Asbury Heights. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, 222 Washington Rd., Mt. Lebanon Tuesday from 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m. Interment to follow in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEAN PATRICIA ANN AGE 73, ...

February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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BEAN PATRICIA ANN Age 73, of Greentree, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 1, 2019. Beloved sister of Margaret (late Bob) Merkel, Blair "Bud" (late Joanne) Bean, Jr., and Thomas Bean of Cape Coral, FL; loving aunt of nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. She will be sadly missed by her faithful companion, Taz. Pat was a retired Rental Agent with Avis for over 38 years at Pittsburgh International Airport. As per Pat's wishes, there will be NO VIEWING. Family and friends are invited to the Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church. Arrangements by SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, Crafton, 412-921-3661. In lieu of ?owers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Lawrence County Humane Society, 628 Pearson Mill Rd., New Castle, PA 16101. schepnermcdermott.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBERTS ARLENE M. AGE 71, ...

February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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ROBERTS ARLENE M. Age 71, of Brentwood, passed away on February 1, 2019. Born in Pittsburgh on June 19, 1947. Beloved daughter to the late Arthur and Helen Miller; loving wife to the late Edward M. Roberts who passed in 1999. Survived by her loving companion, Gary Barnes. Friends will be received on Monday, February 4, 2019, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the CIESLAK & TATKO FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 2935 Brownsville Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15227. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 5, 2019, at Catholic Community of South Pittsburgh, St. Sylvester's Parish. Interment will be held at Jefferson Memorial Park. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUTCAVAGE THOMAS A. OF MONRO...

February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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BUTCAVAGE THOMAS A. Of Monroeville, age 88, on Saturday, February 2, 2019. Beloved husband of Elizabeth Lorraine (Hazinski) Butcavage for 54 years; loving father of Jeannine (Martin) Szostek, Anita (David) Rogers and Thomas Butcavage; cherished “Papa” to his grandchildren, David, Isabel, Ben and Lucy; brother of Lawrence (Edie) Butcavage of FL and 11 other siblings who preceded Tom in death. Tom is also survived by many nieces and nephews. After high school in Luzerne County, Tom entered the U.S. Navy for service during the Korean War. After the war, Tom attended Colgate University on the G.I. Bill where he played football, was a member and President of Sigma Chi Fraternity, and graduated with a degree in Psychology. Tom went to work for Westinghouse and transferred from the Lester, PA plant to the East Pittsburgh plant where he retired as a Production Manager with over 30 years of service. Tom enjoyed participating in sports, especially golf, tennis and snow skiing. He also was a believer in volunteering. While living in the Philadelphia area, Tom was a member and Commander of his American Legion Post; and, in retirement he volunteered with the former Forbes Hospice and for the Monroeville Meals- on-Wheels program while being a devout member of North American Martyrs Church. Tom's family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, February 7, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. at North American Martyrs Church, Monroeville, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m., followed by a Presentation of Military Honors. Tom will then be laid to rest with Lorraine at Good Shepherd Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor, 1528 Benton Ave., Pgh., PA 15212 or www.littlesistersofthepoorpittsbur gh.org. Arrangements with PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC., 412-824-8800. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NOVAK MARIE BELOVED WIFE A...

February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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NOVAK MARIE Beloved wife and mother, went to be with our Lord, Jesus Christ, on January 29, 2019. She was born on July 11, 1931, to Ann and Luke Mezzapesa in McKees Rocks, PA. Marie grew up in McKees Rocks surrounded by a large and loving extended family. On May 16, 1953, Marie married the love of her life, Edward Novak and moved to Greentree where they raised their three children and faithfully supported them in their numerous activities. Mom's greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. She loved cooking, baking and entertaining - all talents that she inherited from her Italian family. Marie had a deep and devoted love of God and centered her life around her faith. She was an active member of St. Margaret's parish in Greentree and participated in many church organizations and activities including serving as Secretary of the Christians Mothers for several years. In 2007, Marie and Ed moved to Scottsdale, AZ to be close to their daughter, Mary Ellen. They soon acclimated to their desert home at Scottsdale House where they made new and loving friends and joined a new parish, Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Mom especially loved socializing with the ladies in her neighborhood community and getting together with the women of Sodality. Mom was loved by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. She was always kind and generous and the ?rst to lend a helping hand to those in need. Marie was predeceased by her loving husband, Ed; and is survived by her children, Sue (Mike), Ed (Jodee) and Mary Ellen (Carl); and her grandchildren, Luke (Meg), Emily, Carl (Stephanie), Jenna, and Troy; and great- grandchild, Carl V. Family and friends are welcome for visitation on Friday, February 8, 2019, 4-8 p.m. at the Kennedy Twp. Location of the ANTHONY M.  MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 941 McCoy Rd., Kennedy Twp., PA 15136 and a funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. February 9, 2019, at St. Margaret of Scotland Parish (followed by services at Resurrection Cemetery, 100 Resurrection Rd., Coraopolis, PA 15108).   In lieu of ?owers, the family suggests donations in memory of Marie Novak to St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Margaret's of Scotland Parish, 310 Mans?eld Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15220 or Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014.  Please view the family's online guestbook: www.musmannofh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KIEFER MILDRED H. AGE 91, ...

February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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KIEFER MILDRED H. Age 91, formerly of Etna, on Friday, February 1, 2019. Loving mother of Karen, John, Kieth Ann, Beth, and the late Jimmy; aunt of Beverly; also survived by nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received on Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in All Saints Church, Etna, on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAWRYLAK JAMES AGE 98, PEA...

February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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HAWRYLAK JAMES Age 98, peacefully and surrounded by his loving family on Friday, February 1, 2019, of Bethel Park, formerly of Mt. Oliver and Whitehall. Beloved husband of the late Helen W. Hawrylak. Helen preceded Jim in death 15 weeks ago. Jim and Helen were married for 71 years and they are together again. Jim is a proud veteran of World War II. Loving father of John (Roseann), Mary Anne (Eugene) Szestak, Joseph (Helen) and Jane (Richard) Drozd; cherished grandfather of Amy (John Van Horn), Peter, Alex and Jonathan. Jim's family wishes to thank his caregivers, Debbie, Jane, Chrissy, Carol, Amy, Advanced Personal Care and Gallagher Hospice. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Wednesday, February 6, 2019, from 2-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Germaine Church on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LARSEN GAYLORD ROSS AGE 80, ...

February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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LARSEN GAYLORD ROSS Age 80, of Sewickley, formerly of Pocono Manor, PA and Jackson, MN, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 31, 2019, surrounded by his family. He was born in Jackson, MN on October 18, 1938, to the late Sydney M. and Bernice (Seger) Larsen. He married, his high school sweetheart on May 27, 1961, Ruth Ann (Waswo) Larsen. They had three wonderful children Douglas Larsen (Katie) of Sewickley, Molly Larsen Carpenter (Bill) of Croton-on-Hudson, NY and Christopher A. Larsen (Bethany) of Peekskill, and ?ve cherished grandchildren Abby, Riley and Sydney Larsen, Lucy and Elly Carpenter. Gaylord was retired as Manager of Harvest States Cooperative Transportation. He was a 1956 graduate of Jackson MN High School, attended Dunwoody Institute and the University of Minnesota. He had a passion for golf, biking, cross country skiing, and relished time at the beach in the company of family. He was also a skilled wood worker and constructed furniture and did extensive home renovations. He was involved in numerous mission trips with youth groups with the Valley Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder and deacon. He also loved sports, following the Minnesota Vikings and University of Minnesota Gophers, as well as attending many of his grandchildren's sporting events, from basketball, to tennis and lacrosse, regardless of where they were held. His life touched many people and he will be greatly missed. Please join us as we celebrate his life on Saturday, February 9, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. at Sewickley Presbyterian Church, 414 Grant St., Sewickley, PA 15143. Rev. Kevin Long, of?ciating. In lieu of ?owers, please consider donating in his name to his church. Arrangements by COPELAND'S. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LONGNECKER JANE (FRIEM) AGE ...

February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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LONGNECKER JANE (FRIEM) Age 72, peacefully on Thursday, January 31, 2019, of Pittsburgh. Beloved wife of 51 years to the late Samuel T. Longenecker; loving mother of Sherri Kennedy, Thomas S. (Christina) Longenecker and the late Gregory Scott Longenecker; proud grandma of Haley Lynn and Scott Thomas; daughter of the late Raymond and Olive Friem; sister of Cathie Simoni and the late Raymond Friem. Also survived by nieces, nephews and in-laws. Longtime owner and operator of Longenecker's Little Store. Jane was an inspiration to many children, and had an open door to everyone. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Monday, February 4, 2019, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Wendelin Church at 10:30 a.m. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KARNAVAS JACK A. AGE 87, O...

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KARNAVAS JACK A. Age 87, of Moon Township, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2019, in Masonic Village at Sewickley surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 12, 1932, in Sewickley, a son of the late Andrew and Sophie Pitaka Karnavas. He owned and operated Karnavas Vending for 48 years, was a 50 year member of the Ambridge Masonic Lodge 701 F&AM, and a longtime member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Surviving are his loving wife, Madaline Niaros Karnavas of Moon Twp.; two daughters, Andrea Schriver (Nigel) Barksby of Moon Twp., Sophia (Victor) Tonino of Floral Park, NY; two sons, Andrew Karnavas of Moon Twp., Nicholas (Karen) Karnavas of Shaler Twp.; six grandchildren, Zachary Schriver and his ?ancée Lauren Nowak, Stephen Schriver, Eli and Eleni Karnavas, Norman (Mary Jo) Barksby, Kathryn Barksby and ?ancé Donald Noel; a brother, Gus (Alice) Karnavas of Philadelphia; sister-in-law, Marjory Karnavas of Baden, and numerous nieces and nephews; great-nephew, Xavier Barksby.   Preceding him in death in addition to his parents were his brother, George Karnavas; and a sister, Emily Karnavas.   Friends will be received on Sunday from 1-5 p.m. in the JOHN SYKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. A Trisagion service will be held Sunday at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home. Additional visitation will be held on Monday from 10:30 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11:00 a.m. in the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, with Father Anastasios Athanasiou Officiating. Private Entombment will take place in Sylvania Hills Mausoleum. In lieu of ?owers, memorial contributions are suggested to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 2930 Beaver Ave., Ambridge, PA 15003 or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at: www.sykafuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CANTWELL CRAIG T. AGE 68, ...

February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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CANTWELL CRAIG T. Age 68, of Sharpsburg, formerly of Wilkinsburg, passed away on Friday, February 1, 2019. Brother of Jim (Peggy) Cantwell, Keith Cantwell and Patti (Rich) Schultz; uncle of Gail, Jim, Stacy, and Louise; and son of the late James P. and Louise M. (Dechert) Cantwell. Also survived by numerous great- nieces and great-nephews. No visitation. Services are to remain private. Professional Services Trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD. (Blawnox). www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NEUNDORF KENNETH W. AGE 62, ...

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NEUNDORF KENNETH W. Age 62, of Washington, died Thursday, January 31, 2019, in Pittsburgh, as a result of injuries sustained in a fall on January 9, 2019. He was born June 9, 1956, in Washington, a son of Roger and Margaret Poland Neundorf, of Selma, NC, both survive. Mr. Neundorf was an very active member of St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Shadyside. He was also active with the ELCA Southwestern PA Synod. He was a 1974 graduate of McGuffey High School and a 1978 graduate of Waynesburg University. He went on to obtain his masters degree in education. Following his graduation from Waynesburg, he worked as a group home coordinator for ARC and a substitute teacher until obtaining a full-time teaching position in the McGuffey School District. He taught there until his retirement in 2016. Mr. Neundorf was an advocate for people, especially youth, who identi?ed as sexual minorities. He served on the board of directors for many organizations including the Washington County Gay Straight Alliance and Reconciling Works. He had been an umpire for the Ten Mile Youth Baseball Association. He was a member of the Steel City Bowling League. He enjoyed presidential trivia and history as well as travel. He had been to 49 of the 50 American states as well as Germany, France, the Netherlands, Italy, and Austria. On August 4, 1984, in Washington, he married Brenda McDowell, who survives. He and Brenda separated in August of 1999, but remained close friends until his death. In November, 1997, he came out as a gay man. In 2010, he entered a relationship with a same-gender partner, “Kellen” Galvin, who also survives. He is also survived by a brother, Steven (Jill) Neundorf, of Somerset, PA; a sister, Sherry (Larry) Edwards, of Selma, NC; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Deceased is a sister, Peggy Ann, who died in infancy. Friends will be received, 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday and 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday in the PIATT AND BARNHILL FUNERAL HOME, 420 Locust Ave, Washington. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 7, 2019, in St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 304 Morewood Ave., Pittsburgh, with Pastor Ross Carmichael of?ciating. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the Washington County Gay Straight Alliance, wcgsa.org, Reconciling Works, reconcilingworks.org, or St. Andrew Lutheran Church, standrewpittsburgh.org. Online condolences may be expressed at piattandbarnhillfh.com. Piatt and Barnhill Funeral Directors Inc., Charles R. Piatt, owner/supervisor, Lawrence K. Donovan, director. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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February 2, 2019, 5:01 pm
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KRUL JAC MICHAEL JOHN Of Pittsburgh, PA, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 25, 2019 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital after a brief illness. Born on October 26, 1955 in Pittsburgh, he was 63. He is survived by his parents, John and Mary Ann Kruljac of Pittsburgh; brother, Dr. Stephen Kruljac (Judy) of McMurray, PA, and Dr. Catherine Quas Kruljac (ex-spouse) of Bend, OR; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and treasured friends. He was a graduate of North Catholic High School and Duquesne University, where he performed as a member of the Duquesne University Tamburitzans. Michael was a free-spirited person who embraced challenges and adventure. He traveled throughout the country, residing in New York, Los Angeles, Oregon, British Columbia and Alaska. He spent the bulk of his career as a pilot and ?ight instructor for several private airlines, including, and most recently, the Catalina Flying Boats Air Freight Service .Michael was also a gifted author, writing several short stories and publishing A Day That God Made, a novella centering on his near-fatal crash as a transport pilot in the Alaskan tundra. In addition, he was a talented artist and lover of music - Italian Opera, particularly. He spoke ?uent Italian and dreamed of one day settling in a small mountain village on the east coast of Italy where he maintained a residence. A private Memorial Service and Christian burial will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2019. Donations may be made to Animal Friends or to The Tamburitzans. Arrangements by the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CARSON SIDNEY RUSSELL "SID" AG...

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CARSON SIDNEY RUSSELL "SID" Age 62, of Bridgeville, on Thursday, January 31, 2019. Father of Felicia Carson, Monica Carson and Sidney R. Carson, Jr.; grandfather of Che', Christian, Evan and Avery; son of the late Elmer and Frances (Fenner) Carson; brother of Stanley Carson, Vincent Carson, Wayne Carson, Bradley Carson, David Carson, Lisa Carson, Lori Woodson, Lois Carson, Sharon Mosley, and the late Thomas and Jeffrey Carson. Sid loved his family and his grandchildren. Sid attended Fairmont State College, and worked for Columbia Gas Company for 41 years. Sid was an avid pool player and loved all sports. If you knew Sid, you liked him. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 6, 2019, at the Second Baptist Church, 324 Mans?eld Blvd., Carnegie, PA 15106 where the Funeral Service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, Carnegie. leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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