DOROTHY M. (CREGUT) JOHNSTON "DOT" Of Library, on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, age 89, beloved wife for 69 years of James W. "Gus" Johnston; loving mother of Deborah Johnston (Gigi Gleason) and Randy Johnston; grandmother of Melissa and the late Justin Johnston. Visitation and interment are private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at stjude.org. davidhenneyfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CLARA L. (GAY) JONES AGE 71, ...
CLARA L. (GAY) JONES Age 71, of Homstead, PA, on Friday, May 10, 2019. Mother of Adrienne and Andrea Jones; sister of Shirley Coburn and Jeanette Culiver; also survived by six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; other family and friends. Visitation Wednesday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on May 15, 2019 at Living Water Ministry, 736 Washington Avenue, Braddock, PA. where the funeral service will be held after the visitation Wednesday 12 p.m. Interment 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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WRAY SCOTT CARMICHAEL "JAKE" A...
WRAY SCOTT CARMICHAEL "JAKE" Age 74, died Sunday, May 12, 2019 at his Gahanna, Ohio Residence surrounded by family. He graduated from Penn State University, former associate of Firestone and retired from Swedish Match, NA as Business Logistics Supply Chain Manager. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mona Diane Carmichael; daughter, Kellie Ragan of Minerva Park, OH; son, Wray Scott (Dana) Carmichael, Jr of Canal Winchester, OH; grandsons, Aidan Paul, Wray Scott, III and Ethan Dennis Carmichael; brothers, Paul D. (Judy) of Cupertino, CA, John M. (Jan) of Lexington, KY, Walter D. (Barbara) of Woodlands, TX and James T. (Donna) of Colfax, NC; nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 4-5 p.m. Saturday at the SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 East Johnstown Road, Gahanna, where a Celebration of Life Service will be held at 5 p.m. Private family interment. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Assn., 1379 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 or Mt. Carmel Hospice, 6001 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43213 in his memory. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to share a memory. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARY RITA (HEIM) CULLY AGE 89,...
MARY RITA (HEIM) CULLY Age 89, of McCandless Twp., passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2019. Wife of the late John "Jack" Cully, Jr.; loving mother of Debra Cully (Rick), Jack Cully (Kathy), Jeff Cully (Elaine), Gregg Cully (Diane), Mike Cully (Rosanne), and Brian Cully (Cathy); proud grandmother of Jacquelyn, Caitlin, Ian, Lauren, Jeffrey, Annie, Travis, Megan, Nora, and Nick; great-grandmother of James and Palmer Ross; sister of Tom Heim, Rege Heim, Ruth Huber, Cathy Sirianni, Jean Brighton, and the late Joe Heim. Living a full life, filled with many accomplishments, Rita's greatest joy was being a wife, mother, and grandmother. She gifted her family with kindness, wisdom and strength. Everyone she touched felt the gentleness, warmth, and love in her heart. Fittingly, Rita's life's work was completed on Mother's Day. Her light was a blessing in our lives. She will never to be forgotten. Friends will be received Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp. A Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Catherine of Sweden Church, 2554 Wildwood Rd., Allison Park, PA 15101, on Friday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBERT J. HEINZ, SR. AGE 75, O...
ROBERT J. HEINZ, SR. Age 75, of Scenery Hill, PA, passed away Monday, May 13, 2019. Arrangements are under the direction of GREENLEE'S BENTLEYVILLE FUNERAL HOME, 619 Main St. Bentleyville, PA 15314. For complete arrangement information please visit www.GreenleeFuneralHome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JEAN M. RUPERT OF BALDWIN BOR...
JEAN M. RUPERT Of Baldwin Borough, unexpectedly, on Monday, May 13, 2019. We lost a beloved niece, cousin, neighbor and friend. Jean would have turned 64 on May 23rd with plans to celebrate her birthday with cousins at a Pirate's game. When she was seven years old, her father, Charles "Chuck" Rupert, passed away leaving his young daughter a lasting gift of a wonderful and unique sense of humor. Jean's mother, Rose (Burger) Rupert, died at Marian Manor less than three years ago at the age of 95. Jean continued visiting Marian Manor spreading her special joy, comic relief and "donuts" to staff, patients and families alike. Jean's legacy will be her caring and thoughtful nature for everyone in her life. She never failed to call or visit to discuss a myriad of subjects, be it the Pirates, the stock market or the annual football pool. Jean graduated from Duquesne University in 1977 and worked in reservations at the Sheraton, Station Square for thirty-plus years. She is survived by her aunt, Mary Lou (Burger) Wilhelm of Hilton Head, SC as well as many heartbroken cousins, neighbors and friends. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Friday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Wendelin Church, 2728 Custer Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15227 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family requests donation be made in Jean's memory to Marian Manor, 2695 Winchester Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RUTH A. HUEY AGE 93, OF PENN H...
RUTH A. HUEY Age 93, of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on May 13, 2019. Born on August 2, 1925 in San Bernardino, California; she was the daughter of the late Tillie and Martin Nymeyer; she was the beloved wife of the late Charles J. Huey; loving mother of C. James Jim (Linda) Huey, Jr. and Randy (Kimberly) Huey; cherished grandmother of Bryan J. Huey, Jessica L. (Eric) Shultz, Justin R. Huey, Diane P. (Pablo) Macias, and Derek C. Huey; adored great-grandmother of Keegan T. Huey-Woods, Trillium A.Z. Huey, Dominic C. Macias, Jonas A. Macias and Elise Ruth Macias; dear sister of Kenneth (Nelva) Nymeyer, Bernard (Barbara) Nymeyer and the late Irene A. Snyder, Jeanette B. Wright, Clarice A. Eerkes, and Marvin R. Nymeyer; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ruth was a devout member of New Covenent Presbyterian Church. She was a longtime resident of Seneca Hills Village where she was involved in many activities including playing the piano and Wii bowling. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Family and friends are welcome Wednesday, May 15, 2019 from 6-8 p.m. at PITTSBURGH CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, 724-260-5546. A funeral service will be held at Thursday, May 16, 2019 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to UPMC St. Margaret at www.stmargaretfoundation.org. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at PittsburghCremation.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RICHARD F. ZIMMER "ZIP" AGE 67...
RICHARD F. ZIMMER "ZIP" Age 67, of Baldwin (formerly of Overbrook), passed away surrounded by family and friends on May 13, 2019. Devoted husband of 42 years to Mary Gay Zimmer (Crissman); beloved father of Matthew (Andrea) Zimmer, Laura (Mark) Duffy and Sarah Zimmer; adored grandfather of Brady Zimmer; dear brother of Raymond Zimmer and Gabrielle Thorpe; precious son of Richard C. Zimmer and Gabrielle Cullen. Zip was a proud native of Pittsburgh, a member and apprentice instructor of Steamfitters Local #449 for 40 years, and a UA journeymen instructor. He had strong faith. He was a great comforter. He had a disarming personality and sense of humor that brought people together, and made them feel welcome. He was known for his wit, which could light up a room, impart wisdom, or diffuse any situation. He enjoyed playing guitar and performing magic tricks. His curiosity drove him to try and learn new things. He was a longtime volunteer at the Carrick Food Pantry. A kind and light-hearted man, he spent his life looking for ways to help and bless others. He was most thankful for his family, faith and friends. He left a legacy of love and laughter wherever he went. He is irreplaceable, and he will be sorely missed. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2019, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh 15236. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, May 17, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Zion Christian Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PATRICIA JOAN WHEAT "JO" AGE 8...
PATRICIA JOAN WHEAT "JO" Age 87, of Monroeville, Pennsylvania passed away on May 11, 2019 following an extended illness. She was born in Medicine Lodge, Kansas to Forrest and Leontine Rodgers. Jo attended Medicine Lodge High School. She retired from the Westinghouse Corporation Nuclear Division in 1994 after 25 years of service. Jo was a member of the Cross Roads Presbyterian Church and volunteered for many years as the coordinator for the church food pantry. Preceded in death by her parents, brothers Warren and Stanley Rodgers and sisters Viola Myers and Bobby Conner. She was survived by her husband, of 69 years William Bill; daughters, Theresa (Jay) Wright and Michelle (Alan) Gilbertson; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the GENE H. CORL, INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Cross Roads Presbyterian Church, 2310 Haymaker Road in Monroeville. (Everyone Please Meet At The Church.) Interment following in Plum Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Cross Roads Presbyterian Church Food Pantry, 2310 Haymaker Rd., Monroeville, PA 15146. For more information, please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEVIN TALLON HEALEY AGE 39, OF...
BEVIN TALLON HEALEY Age 39, of Squirrel Hill on April 22, 2019. Bevin enjoyed a full life and her smile could light up a room. She attended the Pittsburgh Public Schools in the 80's and 90's and especially enjoyed her classes at Reizenstein Middle School and Allderdice High School. The support of the district and building administrators, teachers and fellow students made her full participation in her neighborhood schools possible. Bevin's delight in her day-to-day school experiences solidified their belief in the benefits of all students with and without disabilities learning together. Following her high school graduation, she attended Duquesne University for four years. Throughout her school career, Bevin loved being in the mix of all the students and made many good and lasting friendships. She absolutely loved action movies and summer festivals with live music. Bevin was a catalyst for changing how Pittsburgh, and folks beyond the city think about inclusion within classrooms and communities. Her delight as an active member of her schools and community influenced the thinking of those who came to know her and as a result, created possibilities for so many Pittsburgh Public School children to follow and beyond. Her life embodied the belief that all are welcome here. Bevin is survived by her parents, Michael and Liz Healey; her brother, Sean Healey and his wife, Heather and their three children, Ian, Eric and Maya; by her aunt, Jane Bulette and her husband, John; and uncles, Joe Healey and wife, Michele, and Jim Healey; by cousins, Jonathan Bulette and wife, Gillian and their son, Rex, Emilie Bulette, Sarah Healey Lassiter and husband, Travis, and Joey Healey and wife, Kasie; and by many nurses over the years who became a part of our family, especially Larry Curran, Debbie Gendron and Sarah Russell. Many thanks to Dr. Basil Zitelli and Vickie Vandergrift, RN, and Dr. Jonathan Weinkle. A Celebration of Bevin's Life will be held Saturday, June 1 at 2 p.m. at the Frick Environmental Center, 2005 Beechwood Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15217. Donations to honor Bevin's life in her community may be made to United Way of Southwestern PA's 21 and Able Program at P.O. Box 735, Pittsburgh, PA 15230-0735. Professional Services by D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Lawrenceville. www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARIE M. KOLAS PEACEFULLY ON ...
MARIE M. KOLAS Peacefully on May 13, 2019. Marie age 97 of Oakland, returned to her Heavenly home. Daughter of the late Stanley and Laura. Preceded in death by eight siblings. Sister-in-law of Kathryn Kolas; also survived by six nieces, nephews, great-nieces, nephews and good friends. Marie was a sweet lady that greeted you with her lovely smile. Friends are welcomed in JOHN N. ELACHKO FUNERAL HOME, 3447 Dawson Street, (Oakland) Friday ONLY, 4-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, 10:00 a.m. in St. Regis Church. Visit Marie's memorial page at ELACHKO.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARCY MARTINI MARTINELLI AGE 7...
MARCY MARTINI MARTINELLI Age 76, passed away on May 14, 2019. Born in Pittsburgh, on September 20, 1942. Beloved daughter to the late Henry and Helen Martini; loving mother to Rose (Jim) Conlon, Diane (TJ) Gedda, and Robert (Kim) Schricker; caring grandmother to Jesse (Darjana) Conlon, Payton Gedda, Liam Gedda, Ryan (Christa) Unik, Jenna (Zack) Schricker, and Robert (Krystal) Schricker; great-grandmother to Karlo, Riley, Gabriel, Alaina, and Marina; sister to Lucy (Bill) Shoupp. Also survived by her beloved pets, Hannah, Amanda, Diamond, and Dutch. Friends will be received on Thursday, May 16, 2019, from 2-8 p.m., at the CIESLAK & TATKO FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 2935 Brownsville Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15227. A Blessing Service will be held at 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2019, at Cieslak & Tatko Funeral Home. Sign the online register book at cieslaktatko.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MIRIAM ZELMAN AGE 94, OF SQUIR...
MIRIAM ZELMAN Age 94, of Squirrel Hill, on May 14, 2019. Loving wife of the late Paul Zelman; loving mother of Barbara (Harold) Caplan, Eileen Katz and Beverly Trout; grandmother of seven; great-grandmother of nine. A graveside service will be held on Thursday at 1 p.m. at Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, Allison Park, PA. Memorial Contributions may be made in her memory to the New Light Congregation, 5915 Beacon St. Pgh., PA 15217. Professional Services by D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Lawrenceville. www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DANIEL WILLIAM SMYKSY AGE 86, ...
DANIEL WILLIAM SMYKSY Age 86, of Oakdale, PA, formerly of Republic, PA, passed away on May 10, 2019, in St. Clair Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. He was born on December 4, 1932, in Grindstone, PA. A son of Peter and Mary Garletza Smyksy. Dan was manager of Allegheny County Settler's Cabin park for 38 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by all of his siblings; three brothers, Edward, Andrew, and Peter; and eight sisters, Ann, Pauline, Mildred, Mary, Julia, Tecla, Helen, and Nellie. Daniel is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Catherine Marie Stilinovich, of Oakdale; and son, Daniel J. Smyksy, of New York, NY. In honoring Daniel's wishes, there will be no public visitation. A private Blessing Service will be held at Lafayette Memorial Park, Brier Hill, PA. In lieu of flowers, please have a service at your house of worship or donate to your favorite charity. Daniel's professional funeral services have been entrusted to the KISH-FABRY FUNERAL HOME, INC., Republic, PA. Condolences are welcome at kish-fabry.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ELIZABETH J. FRUHLINGER JEANN...
ELIZABETH J. FRUHLINGER JEANNIE Age 84, of Murrysville, formerly of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2019. Beloved wife of 61 years to Dr. Robert Fruhlinger; loving mother to Michael (Marla) Fruhlinger, Caryn Fruhlinger Valerio, Janet (Jay) Jantz, Gretchen (Baltazar) Ortiz, and Kurt Fruhlinger; proud grandmother of Joshua and Tyler Jantz, Erin Valerio, and Daniella and Marisa Ortiz. Jeannie was the daughter of the late James Pollock and Mary Gonder Pollock; and treasured sister of Harriett Pollock McAllister (predeceased), Nancy Ellis, and Barbara Rogan. Jeannie was a longtime member of the Alcoma Golf Club and was the only family member to achieve a hole in one. She also enjoyed playing bridge with her many friends the first Monday of each month as well as Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Monroeville and Murrysville Senior Centers. Jeannie loved to cook and enjoyed hosting holiday meals for her family. She is loved by many and will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives she touched. Friends will be received for a memorial visitation on Saturday, May 18 from 2-3 p.m. at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike, and where a Memorial Service will be held at 3 p.m. Burial will be private. For more information please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ELVA (NULL) ALEXANDER AGE 105,...
ELVA (NULL) ALEXANDER Age 105, of Valencia, formerly Columbus, OH, on May 14, 2019. Born on Dec. 21, 1913 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Joseph A. and Alice Marie Burchfield Null. Beloved wife of the late Robert P. Alexander Jr. Elva is the loving mother of James (Alice) Miller and step-mother of Robert (Diane) Alexander III; sister of Donald R. Null and the late Byron B. Null; aunt of Lori Gardonis and the late Judith Heil and Dennis Null; great-aunt of Christy and Steve Heil, Denise and Joe Null; dear step-grandmother of Robbie Alexander IV and Ann Alexander and step-great-grandmother of the late Robbie Alexander V. Elva and her husband, Robert, were owners of Kingwood Kennels in Columbus, OH, where they raised and bred Rough Collies and American Saddle Bred Horses. She was a member of the Collie Club of Columbus, OH, Collie Club of America, and a volunteer with Friends of Animals, the ASPCA, and Lighthouse Foundation. For her outstanding and longstanding public service, Elva was honored as a Kentucky Colonel, the highest title of honor and recognition by the State of Kentucky. Elva was a devoted member of Boulevard Presbyterian Church, First Presbyterian Church of Bakerstown, and Gospel Fellowship Church. Friends received Fri. 2-4 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Bakerstown, where service will follow visitation at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to ASPCA, 424 E. 92nd St., NY, NY 10128, www.aspca.org Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PATRICIA JEAN DEMPSKY FREILAND...
PATRICIA JEAN DEMPSKY FREILAND Age 78, of Greensburg, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 9, 2019, in Lakewood Ranch Florida Medical Center. She was born July 12, 1940, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late John and Louise Malanowsky Dempsky. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Betty Dempsky and Barbara Valaw. Pat is survived by her husband of 54 years, Joseph B. Freiland; and her three sons, Joseph P. Freiland, John K. (Sharon) Freiland and Jeffrey B. (Chandra) Freiland. She will be truly missed by her grandchildren, Jesse and Jeanne, Leo, Gio, Hugo, Josie and Ellie. Pat also has two surviving sisters, Gertrude Defino and Carol Lee Lundine; and many nieces and nephews. Pat graduated from the University of Pittsburgh and worked as a commercial research analyst for both the US Steel Corporation in Pittsburgh and Charles River Associates in Cambridge, MA. She then turned her focus to her real love of home and family. Pat was a talented craftsperson who used her skills to create a warm and loving home scene. Family and friends will be received on Friday, May 17, 2019, from 4 to 8 p.m. in the KEPPLE-GRAFT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 524 N. Main St., Greensburg. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Vincent Basilica, 300 Fraser Purchase Road, Latrobe. (Everyone attending is asked to please go directly to the church). Interment will follow in St. Vincent Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Catholic Charities, 711 E. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, PA 15601 or the Westmoreland County Food Bank, 100 Devonshire Dr., Delmont, PA 15626. For online condolences, please visit www.kepplegraft.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KEVIN R. RYAN OF BROOKLINE, PA...
KEVIN R. RYAN Of Brookline, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 12, 2019, with his family at his side. He was a son of the late Thomas and Marion (Wiedor) Ryan; loving brother of Dennis (Kathy) Ryan, Karan (Rick) Barringer, and Gary (Amy) Ryan. God took Kevin at the early age of 60 to reward him for all his work giving up his own personal life to care for others. Kevin loved his job at PPG Paints Arena where he worked for over 32 years. He will be missed and never forgotten by all. As was Kevin's wish, there will be no public visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass Saturday, May 18, 2019, at 11 a.m. in the Church of the Resurrection. Arrangements are under the directon of the FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC. 412-561-0380. www.deborfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LINDA CAROL (REITER) BROWN AGE...
LINDA CAROL (REITER) BROWN Age 61, of Bellevue, MI formerly of Mt. Washington passed away Sunday, May 12, 2019. She was survived by her father John Reiter; son, Steven (Latasha) Brown of Indiana; daughters, Annika Brown of Battle Creek, MI and Melissa Martindale of Washington; partner, Peter Gjukis; grandchildren, Ava Dozeman, Allison Champlin, Kira Rader, Alice Hamilton, Tahara Gjukis, Anon Gjukis, Talia Gjukis and Aaron Merica; brothers, Chris Reiter and Jack Reiter (Mimi); sister, Patricia (Lee) Grilus. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary (Flanagan) Reiter and brother, Jimmy Reiter. Linda graduated from St. Mary of the Mount High School in 1976. Family and friends welcome Friday, 6-8 p.m. at WM. SLATER & SONS INC., (412-381-3345) 301 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington, 15211. Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Mount Church, Saturday, 10 a.m. Burial to follow in St. John Vianney Cemetery. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MICHAEL PATRICK COLL AGE 51, O...
MICHAEL PATRICK COLL Age 51, of Fombell, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 14, 2019. Family and friends will be received Thursday from 6-8 p.m. and Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME of Cranberry, 2678 Rochester Road, Cranberry Twp. Services will be held privately by the family. Condolences may be offered at www.devlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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