ABBY KRAFTOWITZ Abby Kraftowitz died on January 8, 2020, at the age of 33, after a long battle with cancer. During her life, Abby brought her boundless spirit, courage, and sense of adventure to places all over the country and around the world. She was a published photographer and artist who was able to portray, with sensitivity and beauty, the journeys of people who were going through intense and sometimes difficult life events. As a group of fellow artists wrote to her: "You are sun and moon and starlight. You are carried in the warmest parts of our hearts. We will honor you every time we are brave, chase dreams, love fiercely, live as art, because your example inspires us." Abby is survived by her parents, Janice Gordon and Robert Kraftowitz; her sister, Laura Kraftowitz; her grandmother, Ida Gordon; her uncles, aunts and cousins, and innumerable friends. The funeral service will be on Sunday, January 12, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. It will take place at Rodef Shalom Synagogue, 4905 5th Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Professional Services by D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Lawrenceville. Donations in Abby's memory may be sent to the Cancer Caring Center either online (http://cancercaring.org/donate/) or by mail: 4117 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224. www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEBORAH LYNN TROJANOWSKI DEBOR...
DEBORAH LYNN TROJANOWSKI Deborah Lynn Trojanowski, of Venetia formerly of Greenfield passed on Wednesday, January 8, 2020. Cherished daughter of Sarah and the late Howard Trojanowski. Beloved sister of Karen (the late Clay) Tomas of South Carolina. A Pitt graduate and Pittsburgh Police Officer for 21 years. After Debbie retired, she was able to enjoy playing lots of golf with her dad and treasured bye bye birdies. If you knew Deb, you know her dash. Thanks to all who helped us through difficult times. Friends will be received on Saturday from 5-7 p.m. and Sunday from 3-7 p.m. in The EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave. 15207. Closing Prayers in the Funeral Home on Monday at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in St Rosalia Church. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KAREN A. CATULLO KAREN A. CATU...
KAREN A. CATULLO Karen A. Catullo, 68 of Oakmont passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2020. Beloved Wife for 42 years of Charles P. Catullo; loving mother of Michael (Brooke) Catullo, Matt (Rachel) Catullo, and Mark Catullo; grandmother of Christian Tamburro, Benjamin and Rylee Catullo, Parker Catullo, and Charlie Catullo; sister of Donald Widlocher, Janet (LeRoy) Adams, and the late Otto and Ralph Widlocher. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. She grew up in Plum, and enjoyed golfing, bowling, and baking. Karen was employed for 37 years at What's Cookin' at Casey's in Oakmont. Friends and relatives will be received on Friday, January 10, 2020 from 3 p.m until time of 7:30 p.m. funeral service at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC. 421 Allegheny Ave. Oakmont. Memorial contributions may be made to the family for their discretion. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARY SANDRA SANSERI MARY SANDR...
MARY SANDRA SANSERI Mary Sandra Sunseri, 70, of Rotonda West, FL passed away on January 8, 2020 after a long and brave battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Sandra was born on February 19, 1949 in Pittsburgh, PA to Joseph and Bernice (Rahenkamp) Smith. She and her husband Domonick have been residents of Rotonda West, FL for 28 years coming from Pittsburgh, PA. They are members of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Grove City, FL. Her hobbies included reading and crocheting blankets for Project Linus. She is survived by her husband of 48 years: Domonick Sanseri; brother: Bruce (Debbie) Smith of Port Charlotte, FL; Donna (Jim) Rose of Port Charlotte, FL; two nieces: Kimberly Nedig, Debbie Schaupp; and two nephews, Michael and Brian Smith. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother: Wayne Smith. A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Mr. Sunseri requests that contributions in Sandra's memory to her favorite charity: Suncoats Humane Society, 6781 San Casa, Englewood, FL 34224. ENGLEWOOD COMMUNITY FUNERAL HOME, INC., with Private Crematory has been chosen to handle arrangements. You may send your condolences to www.englewoodfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BETTY MARIE COSTELLO BETTY MAR...

BETTY MARIE COSTELLO Betty Marie Costello, 95 of Penn Hills passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Howard Costello; loving mother of Raymond (Rebecca) Costello and Mary Ann (Tom) Hadden; grandmother of Rachel Costello (Matthew Dudik), Melissa (Chris) Ronan, and Alison Hadden; great-grandmother of Danica Ronan. Sister of the late Ralph Livingston and Lois Hoffman. Betty was a member of Verona Presbyterian Church where she taught Sunday School. She volunteered for meals on wheels, and enjoyed Summer's in Pymatuning Lake and many Winter's in New Port Richey, Florida. Friends and relatives will be received on Sunday, January 12, 2020 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont. A funeral service will be held on Monday, January 13, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Penn Hills. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RANDALL J. PARENTE AGE 67, OF ...
RANDALL J. PARENTE Age 67, of Monroeville, passed away, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, January 9, 2020. Loving father of Josh Parente and Sara (Tom) Stead; caring grandfather of Julia, Connor and Liam; beloved brother of Jeri Lynn Parente and Lisa McClintock. Randall is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Nancy Parente; and sister, Renee Cappetta. Randall was a proud Army Veteran. Family and friends will be received Sunday from 12-4 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL), 445 Beatty Road, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Interment will be private. www.jobefuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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NANCY A. MARQUER-MELE NANCY A...
NANCY A. MARQUER-MELE Nancy A. Marquer, 66, of Eighty-Four, PA, passed away on January 7, 2020, surrounded by her family; loving daughter of the late August Marquer and Edith Shadler; and sister to Carol Rumberger and Yvonne Zanos (dec). Nancy is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Frank A. Mele. Nancy will be forever remembered by her children, Terri Mele-Albarano, Christy Mele, and Anthony Mele; and her grandchildren, Corryn Albarano and Stella Spiegel. Nancy graduated from Canon-McMillan High School and earned a bachelor's degree from St. Joseph's College in Philadelphia. Nancy enjoyed a long career as a florist in which she enjoyed working both with flowers and customers. Nancy enjoyed hiking, travel, nature, and the arts. She will be remembered for her charm, wit, and kindness. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER, 2828 Washington Road, 15317, McMurray, (724) 941-3211. Family and friends are welcome, Friday, January 10, 2020, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Memorial service will be held Saturday, January 11, 2020, 11 a.m. at funeral home. Please view and add tributes at www.beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANTOINETTE "TONI" BAYUK ANTOIN...
ANTOINETTE "TONI" BAYUK Antoinette "Toni" Bayuk passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, January 7, 2020, six weeks shy of her 96th birthday. Toni was the wife of the late Joseph M. Bayuk for 62 years, who preceded her in death in 2009. She is survived by her two daughters Dona Curti (Alex Hauptmann) of Finleyville and Linda Pehel (Sigmund J, III) of Valencia; her grandchildren Kiersten Curti, Sigmund J Pehel IV (Jessica), and Elyse Miele (Joshua); and great-grandchildren Liam Joseph and Isla Grace Pehel. Toni was the middle sister and last surviving of three girls of Frank and Jennie DiIorio, and she greatly missed Mary Willoe and Lee Wargofchik. She is survived by countless nieces and nephews who continued to stay in contact with her. Toni met Joe, the love of her life, at Homestead Works 45-inch mill. They were married for 62 years and raised their family in Lincoln Place, where she resided until her death. Her love of family was the driving force of her life and she cherished the Sunday dinners she hosted for them. She adored her two girls and their spouses (the sons she never had), her grandchildren who she affectionately called "Kierkee," "Sweetness-of-my-Heart," and "Lee-Cee-Loo,") and her two great-grandchildren. Toni was beautiful throughout her life. When greeting her, you could count 100% on an enthusiastic hug and kiss. It came from her soul. She brought love and cohesion to all of us. She was authentic; what she thought and how she felt, she shared openly. She was fiercely independent. Toni was very active while raising her two girls. She worked for many summers at McBride Park where she was known as "Miss Toni." Years later, she would run into adult "park kids" who would still address her by that name, which always thrilled her. Toni was the President of the Mifflin school PTA, founder of the Mifflin school cheerleaders, President of the Lincoln Place Woman's Club, Democratic committeewoman, and member of the local AARP. She retired as a dental assistant and office manager for Dr. Leonard Piazza. Dr. Piazza and his wife Laura remained life-long friends, as did Irma and Bob, and Stella. In later years Toni looked forward to attending weekly luncheons at the Lincoln Place Presbyterian Church and attending Mass at Holy Angels. She was loved by her neighbors, Bobby, Chris and Tom, who looked out for her, as well as Dolly, Tim, Mary K, Jan, Bill, Tony, Peggy and Sally. The family would like to thank the staff at Passavant Lutheran Senior Life Community in Zelienople, PA for their professionalism and care. At Toni's request there will be no viewing but family will receive friends on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at GREEN FUNERAL HOME, 3511 Main Street, Munhall, PA 15120 from 1-6 p.m. A Catholic Mass will be held on Monday, January 13, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Angels, 408 Baldwin Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15207, EVERYONE PLEASE MEET IN CHURCH, followed by interment at St. Mary Magdalene Cemetery, 2279 Main St., Munhall, PA 15120. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that contributions be made to the Glade Run Lake Conservancy, 166 Love Rd., Valencia, PA 16059. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JOANNE M. (GURCAK) MILLER AGE ...

JOANNE M. (GURCAK) MILLER Age 63, of Brookline, on January 8, 2020. Beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Jane (Whiteside) Gurcak; cherished mother of Michael Grollmus and Heather Wiseman (Beak); dear sister of Steve (Patty), Paul (Michele) and John Gurcak; loving grandmother of Kody, Elizabeth, Zakkery and Dominick; one precious great-granddaughter Samantha; adored aunt of Christina, Kara, Kim and Melissa; treasured cousin and friend of many. Visitation Sat. from noon-2pm and 4pm until the 6pm Memorial Service at BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., 600 Dunster St., Pgh., PA. 15226. 412-343-1506 or ballfc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ROBERT H. WEAVER ROBERT H. WEA...
ROBERT H. WEAVER Robert H. Weaver of Overbrook, age 64. Robert lost his battle with Stage 4 lung cancer on December 10, 2019, while in Hospice at Jefferson Hospital. Son of the late Eleanor and Ralph Weaver of Mt. Oliver, Robert is survived by his sister, Pamela L. Weaver of Scott Township, Pennsylvania, and brother, Ralph W. Weaver (Cecilia) of Grand Junction, Colorado. Robert was a graduate of Carrick High School, and played the trumpet in the marching band. He graduated from Duquesne University in 1978 where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Music Education. Prior to becoming disabled due to a work-related injury, he was employed at MTS Sales & Service. After being diagnosed with lung cancer two years ago, Robert fought valiantly. Robert's courage throughout his battle, and his optimism shall be missed forever. Memorial services were private and arranged by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., Pittsburgh, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RICHARD A. BARTH RICHARD A. BA...

RICHARD A. BARTH Richard A. Barth, 66, of Moon Twp., died on December 31, 2019 in Heritage Valley Beaver. He was born in Pittsburgh on November 24, 1953 the son of the late George and Sally (Miller) Barth. He worked for many years for Aircraft Service International, Inc. and Walmart. Richard was a wonderful provider and loved his family more than anything. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed fishing and loved the Steelers and Penguins. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Lorraine E. (Thomas) Barth; four children, Tommy Barnabi (Monique), Hopewell Twp., Amanda Shriver, Oakdale, Kelly Hines (Jeremy), Bethel Park, Lindsey Barth, McDonald; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Marylynn Krieger. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Barth; and a sister, Darlene Barth. Friends are invited to a memorial gathering on Saturday January 11th from 2-6 p.m. in the HUNTSMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MOON TWP., (1522 Coraopolis Hts. Rd.) www.huntsmanfuneralhomes.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SISTER MARY HALLORAN, SC Sister Mary Halloran, SC (formerly, Sister John Mary) age 92, died at Caritas Christi, the motherhouse of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill, on January 9, 2020. A Pittsburgh native, Sister Mary entered the congregation of the Sisters of Charity on September 8, 1949, from Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament Parish, Pittsburgh. Preceded in death by her parents, John S. and Ethel (Mattingly) Halloran; a sister, Ursula M. Halloran; a brother, John S. (Jack), a maternal great-aunt, Sister Louis Regina Mattingly, SC; and two maternal cousins, Sisters David Mary Leonard, SC and Rose Virginia Corwin, SC. She is survived by her sister, Rosemarie and brother-in-law, John G. Keane; nieces, Jan Marie Schnable and Sharon Keene, and nephew Brad Halloran. She earned a bachelor's degree in education from Seton Hill University and a master's degree in education from Duquesne University. From 1951 until 1974, she taught students of the primary and intermediate levels in schools of the dioceses of Altoona- Johnstown, Greensburg, Pittsburgh and Washington, DC. She was principal of St. Michael School in Pitcairn from 1965 until 1968. In 1974, Sister Mary was appointed secretary of the matrimonial tribunal of the Diocese of Greensburg, a position she held until 1981, when she was named secretary of the congregation, where she served until 1985. She then returned to the Diocese of Greensburg, ministering in a dual position as assessor, advocate and auditor for the matrimonial tribunal while fulfilling duties as director of the office for religious of the Diocese of Greensburg until 1993, when she resigned from the latter position. Sister Mary retired from tribunal ministry in 2003, and volunteered her services at DePaul Center, the administrative offices of the Sisters of Charity. Considering her years of religious life, Sister Mary reflected, I am grateful to God for the gift of faith, the grace of perseverance and the generous support of others, all of which helped me to face the challenges, both personal and communal, of life in this world. I believe, as did Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, He is with me, and what can I fear. I look neither behind nor before, only up. Arrangements: Visitation: Sunday, January 12 2 7 p.m. Monday, January 13 9 10:30 a.m. Vigil: Sunday, January 12 7 p.m. Funeral: Monday, January 13 10:30 a.m. CARITAS CHRISTI MOTHERHOUSE, Mt. Thor Road Greensburg, PA 15601. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of Charity, De Paul Center, 144 DePaul Center Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. For more information, visit the website, www.scsh.org. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARGARET T. (TOMCI) SMITH OF W...

MARGARET T. (TOMCI) SMITH Of West Mifflin, on January 9, 2020, age 99. Beloved wife of 49 years to the late Charles C. Smith; loving mother of Joanne Pace, Charles (Nancy) Smith, Carol (Michael) Soohy and Marcia (Bill) Vaupel; predeceased by a brother and two sisters; also survived by her nine grandsons; and eight great-grandchildren. Our mom will be dearly remembered for her love of her family, her vibrant personality and love of life. Family and friends will be received at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall on Sunday from 2-7 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be Monday, 10 a.m. at Resurrection Church, West Mifflin. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Gallagher Hospice 1370 Washington Pike Bridgeville, PA 15017 or The Veterans Administration. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DONNA JEAN SPAHR AGE 74, OF BE...

DONNA JEAN SPAHR Age 74, of Bethel Park, passed away on January 9, 2020. Wife of the late Donald Spahr; loving mother of Eric Fenton; beloved sister of Joyce (John) Hutton, Frances (Jim) Tomedolsky and the late Arlene (Jim) Reed. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Services will be private. Arrangements handled by PAUL HENNEY CREMATION & FUNERAL TRIBUTES, Bethel Park. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the American Heart Association OR the American Lung Association. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEONARD J. OSTROSKY "LEO" LEON...

LEONARD J. OSTROSKY "LEO" Leonard Leo J. Ostrosky, age 91, of East McKeesport, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2020. He was born November 6, 1928 in Mt. Pleasant, a son of the late John and Catherine Ostrosky. He was a longtime member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport and the American Legion in White Oak. He served in the US Army in Korea and went onto work for over 37 years as a Mill Wright for U.S. Steel in Braddock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Teofil Ostrosky; and sister, Cecilia Yohn. He is survived by his wife of over 67 years, Bernice M. (Uschock); sons, Thomas (Barbara) Ostrosky, James (Elizabeth) Ostrosky and David (Diane) Ostrosky; grandchildren, Kimberly and Joseph Ostrosky and Katie (Adam) Yeargin; brother Robert (Judy) Ostrosky; and sister, Patricia (John) Sauers. Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the FORGIE-SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Robert Bellarmine in East McKeesport. Interment will follow at Good Shepard Cemetery in Monroeville. For online condolences, please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARGARET L. (EVICH) RAINEY ON ...

MARGARET L. (EVICH) RAINEY On Friday, January 10, 2020 of Whitehall. Wife of the late George W. Rainey; loving mother of Scott; sister of Doris Greg, Robert Evich and the late William Evich, Ruth Stofcik and Anne Mingo. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Rd., Brentwood 15227, Monday from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Where funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. in the John F. Slater Funeral Home Chapel. Please send condolences to WWW.JOHNFSLATER.COM. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BARBARA JEAN (CUNNINGHAM) SKIR...

BARBARA JEAN (CUNNINGHAM) SKIRDA Age 80, of Mt. Washington, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2020. Beloved mother of Babette Skirda-Kemerer and Andrea M. Lattimer; loving Grandma of Jennifer (Kevin) Soto, Danielle Lattimer, and Katherine (Tyler) Rugg; cherished Great-Grandma of Maddox, Penelope, Lillian, and Everleigh Soto; beloved daughter of the late Martin and Catherine Cunningham; loving sister of Michael P., Thomas P., and the late Martin and Dennis Cunningham; also survived by nieces and nephews. Barbara had a great passion for literature, education, and floriculture. Family and friends welcome Sunday 2-8 p.m. WM. SLATER & SONS, INC. (412-381-3345), 301 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington 15211. Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Mount Church Monday 10 a.m. Burial to follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARY LOUISE DATT MARY LOUISE D...
MARY LOUISE DATT Mary Louise Datt, 84, of Gibsonia, on Jan. 6, 2020. Born on July 16, 1935 in Pittsburgh, PA, daughter of the late Charles & Joanne Nixon Datt. Beloved niece of the late Naomi Nixon. Dear cousin of Tammy Howell, Pat Pettie, Shirley and Dave Nixon, and Joan and Bob Nixon. Also survived by many dear friends and neighbors. Friends received Sunday 1-4 at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, Bakerstown. Services will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m. in Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Gibsonia. Mary Louise was an active and devoted member of Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church and a longtime volunteer with the Northern Tier Library. In lieu of flowers, donations to Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3882 Gibsonia Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044. www.schellhaasfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DONALD R. PIETROBONI Donald R. Pietroboni, 71, of Finleyville, died unexpectedly Tuesday, January 7, 2020. Born April 27, 1948 in New Eagle, he was the son of Martin and Emma (Simoncelli) Pietroboni. Don retired in 2003 as an auditor for the PA Department of Public Welfare. After his graduation from Monongahela High School in 1966, he earned his bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Penn State University. Following college he spent six years serving in the Army National Guard. An avid golfer, Don was a member of the Monongahela-Valley Country Club and was proud to have won the club championship in 2007. A lifetime member of the Nittany Lion Club, he never missed a home football game. He was a loyal Pirate fan, and season ticket holder for over a decade. He coached his daughters' slow-pitch softball teams, mostly as head coach of the Finleyville Phantoms. This team went on to place within the top ten in the nation. He was a proud father and champion for all sports his daughters played. This continued as he was a constant cheerleader for his grandchildren with all of their endeavors. In recent years, he became an enthusiastic traveler and was a devoted son and a good friend to many. He always tried to attend morning Mass at either St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Finleyville or St. Andrew the Apostle in Monongahela. Surviving are his wife, Elizabeth Bailey; two daughters and sons-in-law, Shelley and Matt Dawson of Apex, NC and Sharon and Dan Cuffe of Cary, NC; a sister, Linda Kibler of Seymour, Tennessee; and four grandchildren, Davis and Grayson Cuffe and Lance and Paige Dawson, his wife Betty's daughter, Laura Benning and her children Kayla and Cole Benning. He was preceded in death by his first wife Judith (Roskov) Pietroboni who died in 2001. Friends will be received at the MARSHALL MARRA FUNERAL HOME,216 Chess Street, Monongahela, 724-258-6767, marshallmarrafuneralhome.com from 5-8 p.m. Thursday. Everyone attending the funeral is asked to go directly St. Andrew the Apostle, 722 West Main St., Monongahela for a Mass of Christian Burial beginning at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 17th. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Carroll Twp. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations in honor of Don Pietroboni can be sent to Union Finley Athletic Association in person or mail to Key Bank, 318 West Main St. Monongahela, PA 15063. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANNA MARIE (LUCARELLI) McCLAIN Age 77 of East McKeesport, passed peacefully on Thursday, January 9, 2020, after a 13 year battle with Dementia. Anna Marie was the Co-Founder and Owner of Lea's Floral Shop, Inc. in East McKeesport. Lea's was named for her and her father Leo. She enjoyed designing floral arrangements to help her customers commemorate special occasions or add special touch of beauty to life. Through the years, many of those same customers became cherished friends who were just like family. Anna Marie had a deep love for her family and friends and will be greatly missed. She was the daughter of the Late Leo and Barbara (Dora Bachy) Lucarelli; beloved wife of 55 years to Frank R. McClain; loving mother of Mary Pat Lechliter-King (Dennis, Daughters, Marissa and Madison, Granddaughter Arden), Frank J. McClain (Vicky) and Diane Waszkiewicz (Todd); cherished grandmother of John (Josh), Mark (Julie), Brian (Ali) and Maryann Lechliter, Jessica (Ray Weishorn), Frank, Jr and Lynnie McClain, Matthew, Elizabeth, Rebecca and the Late Kirk Waszkiewicz; adored great-grandmother to Bailey, Patrick and Anna Lechliter, and Charlie Lechliter. Anna Marie gave her talent of designing flowers to so many for over 50 years. Please honor her by surrounding her with flowers. Her family would like to extend a special thank you to Arden Courts and Bridges Hospice for taking such great care of her. Family and friends will be received in the ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, PA 15148, 412-824-4332, on Saturday from 6pm to 9pm and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at Noon in St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church. Anna Marie will be laid to rest in New St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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