KAZIMER PATRICK C. Age 68, of West Mifflin, passed peacefully, on December 23, 2015. Son of the late Paul C. and Margaret Kazimer, he was preceded in death by his loving companion of more than 30 years, Audrey J. Ruffalo; loving father of Patricia J. (Rich Baker) Kazimer and Patrick J. Kazimer; cherished grandfather of Jessica, Tyler, Riley, Kennedi, Rachel and Ashlee; loving brother of Patricia C. (John) Draganosky and Ann M. (Frank III) Piontek; cherished uncle of Patricia (Tig) Brown, Margaretta (Ed) Lutz, John (Melissa) Draganosky, Bridget (Darin) Marcinko, Rachel Draganosky, Nicole (Wade) Burtch and Frank Piontek IV; great-uncle Pat to Isabella, Sasha, Zachary, Matthew, Emma, Andrew John, Alexis, Kamryn, Kayla, Oliver, Cooper, Tyler, Madison and Frank V. Pat was also blessed with many caring friends. Friends received at GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall 412-461-6394 on Sunday and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Maximilian Kolbe R.C. Church on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KAZIMER PATRICK C. AGE 68, OF ...
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YALLUM JOSEPH AGE 84, OF MORNI...
YALLUM JOSEPH Age 84, of Morningside, on Wednesday, December 23, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Joanne Romano Yallum; father of Joseph Yallum (Maureen), Stephanie Boylan (Tim), John A. Yallum (Jane) and Kimberly A. Fragapane (William); grandfather of Joshua, Justin, Nicole, Marissa, Jordan, Kaila, Jarred and Mario; brother of Palma Shehan, Linda Vento and the late Mia Yallum and Anthony Yallum; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut St., Shadyside on Sunday 12-4 and 6-8 p.m., where funeral will commence on Monday at 9 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial in St. Raphael Church at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FORD KELLY LYNNE (BRAY) AGE 51...
FORD KELLY LYNNE (BRAY) Age 51, on Sunday, December 20, 2015, of Oakdale, formerly of Sheraden. Beloved wife of the late Tom Ford; daughter of the late Sam and Bonni Bray; loving mother of James W. Ford and the late Samantha Lynne Bray; sister of Sherry Fator, Susan Woolaghan, Joseph Bray, Bobbi Zimmerman and Tracy Carter. Also survived by many nieces and nephews; and her loving dog, Chase. A memorial service celebrating Kelly's life will be held SUNDAY at 1:30 p.m. at WILLIAM F. CONROY FUNERAL HOME, 2944 Chartiers Ave., Sheraden. wfconroyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BEGANSKI PAULINE T. 9/9/20 ~ 1...
BEGANSKI
PAULINE T.
9/9/20 ~ 12/26/03
Mom, Merry Christmas. Remember the song You And Me Against The World.
I so much miss the you and me.
Love Janie
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CAIN CHARLES E. CHUCK, JR. A...

CAIN CHARLES E. CHUCK, Jr. Age 64, of North Side, went home, surrounded by his loving wife and devoted sisters, on Dec. 22, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, the late Charles E. and Mary Louise (Toothman) Cain, Sr.; sister, the late Nancy Magdinec; brother, the late Gary Cain; his uncle, the late Ralph "Frenchy" Cain; and Pappy was welcomed into heaven with open arms by his beloved granddaughter, Braelyn Mae "Marabelle" Swidorsky. He is survived by his daughters, Jessica (Billy Weggs) Cain and Ashley Cain; sisters, Charlotte (Tom) Herman, Carol "Sissy" (Kevin Synowsky) Moore, Candice "Candy" (Brian) Cavanaugh, Tammy (Tommy) Terry, and Terry (Mark) Mazzeo; numerous nieces and nephews; and the two people he lived for, his wife, Teresa (Petro) Cain, and their granddaughter, Sophia Cain. Chuck walked the walk and talked the talk. He helped thousands of people overcome their addiction to drugs and alcohol as Director at Hope Haven ARC House. He fought a long, hard battle with kidney disease with the help of his dialysis family at the VA Medical Center in Oakland. Friends received Sunday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 388 Center Ave., West View. Committal services Monday at 2:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Good Shepherd Cemetery, Monroeville. Military honors will follow. Please offer condolences at www.schellhaasfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SOLOMON AKIELAH D. SUDDENLY ON...
SOLOMON AKIELAH D. Suddenly on December 21, 2015. Survived by parents, Kenneth Solomon and Anita Bryant; sister, Kenyara Solomon; brothers, Gabriel Farrell, Khanye Bryant, Kenneth Solomon, Jr., Geary Bryant; and other relatives and friends. Visitation Sunday, December 27, 2015, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at HOUSE OF LAW, INC., Penn Hills. Visitation December 28, 2015, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Laketon Heights United Methodist Church with services immediately following. www.houseoflawinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LEOPOLD JOSEPH AGE 66, OF YOUN...
LEOPOLD JOSEPH Age 66, of Youngwood, on December 17, 2015. Son of the late John and Elizabeth Leopold. Vietnam veteran (USMC), former brakeman for Union Railroad. Preceded in death by wife, Cheryl (Carder) Leopold; and son, Michael Leopold; father of Joseph J. Leopold (April) of Pgh., Toby Ressler (Paul) of Youngwood and Elizabeth Leopold (Ronnie Peffer) of N. Versailles; brother of John Leopold (Shirley) of Valparaiso, IN and Andy Leopold (Alice) of St. Petersburg, FL; seven grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be conducted on Dec. 28, 2015 at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 1600 Brinton Rd., Braddock Hills, PA 15221. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZBIERAJEWSKI ANTHONY J. AGE 78...
ZBIERAJEWSKI ANTHONY J. Age 78, of Shaler Twp., on Friday, December 25, 2015. Husband of the late Alice S. (Gonsowski) Zbierajewski; beloved father of Sophia (Thomas) Archer and Anthony Zbierajewski; grandfather of Alexandria R. Archer; brother of Ronald (Barbara) Anthony and the late Florence Ussellman; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th St., Lawrenceville, Tuesday, 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass in All Saints Church on Wednesday. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HYRB ANNA MAE AGE 86, SUDDENLY...

HYRB ANNA MAE Age 86, suddenly on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, of Venetia. Beloved wife of 61 years to Steve Hyrb, Jr.; mother of Pamela Jean Cordon of McMurray and Steven John Hyrb of Beaver; grandmother of Stephanie Lauren Hyrb and Christian Steven Hyrb; sister of Violet Hoover. Anna Mae was also very close to her nephew, Barry Pavicic and his loving wife, Jennifer Hart. Also survived by her many other nieces and nephews. Anna Mae's life was filled with the wonder of travel. She and her husband, Steve traveled all over the world in their retirement. She made friends everywhere she went. She was actively involved in her Tibb's Wednesday morning prayer group. Anna Mae was an active reader and a faithful patron of the Peters Township Public Library. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Monday from 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Tuesday morning at 10:30. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Louise de Marillac Church at 11:30 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Peters Township Library, 616 E. McMurray Rd., Canonsburg, PA 15317. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MARTIN VIRGINIA F. GREEMS ON...
MARTIN VIRGINIA F. GREEMS On Wednesday, December 23, 2015, of Whitehall. Beloved wife of the late James R. Martin, Sr.; loving mother of James R. (Patricia L.) Martin, Jr., Shawn (Terry) Martin, Charmaine Dawso, Pamela (Russ) McKlveen and Amy (Julie Nichols) Martin; loving "Greems" to nine grandchildren; and 15 great- grandchildren; sister of Robert (Norma) Wallace; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Virginia was a longtime member of the St. Pius X Byzantine Church. A Funeral Service will be held January 2, 2016, at 2 p.m. at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JABLONSKI LINDA M. (BUGAY) ON ...
JABLONSKI LINDA M. (BUGAY) On Tuesday, December 22, 2015. Beloved wife and best friend of 47 years to Stanley Bud Jablonski; sister of Robert L. Bugay of California; sister-in-law of Irene (Robert) Gordon, Rosemarie (Dennis) Donharl, Robert (Rebecca) Jablonski and Jackie (Sonny) Kramer; godmother to Amanda and Douglas; also survived by several nieces and nephews. No public visitations. Everyone is invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church on Wednesday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Linda's name to Family Hospice, 50 Moffett St., Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Arrangements by SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LABUDA ELIZABETH ANN (GRUBER) ...
LABUDA ELIZABETH ANN (GRUBER) Age 66, of North Huntingdon, PA, formerly of Greenfield, PA, passed away on Monday, December 21, 2015. Beloved wife of the late John W. Labuda; loving mother of Renee and Dean; grandmother of Christina, Amber, Kimberly, Aaron and Michael; and her dear great- grandchildren; daughter of the late Ronald S. and Anne E. (Pegher) Gruber; sister of Charlotte, Dale, John, Dolly, Darlene, Ron, Ed and the late Nancy. There will be no visitation and services are private. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SOLTIS MICHAEL E. AGE 83, OF S...
SOLTIS MICHAEL E. Age 83, of Shadyside, on Wednesday, December 23, 2015. Beloved husband of Lynne Ferris Soltis; father of Karen Soltis, Elaine Soltis Walshe (Brian) and Diane Soltis Milcheck (David); grandfather of Katie, Daniel, Rachel and Maura; brother of Julia Maurer and Irene Powell. Divine Liturgy and Burial was held on Saturday, December 26, 2015, in Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church. Arrangements by McCABE BROS., INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COSGROVE HERBERT A. AGE 94, OF...
COSGROVE HERBERT A. Age 94, of Camp Hill, PA (formerly of Pittsburgh, PA) went to his Heavenly home on Tuesday, December 22, 2015. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 p.m. in the Church of the Good Shepherd, 3435 E. Trindle Rd., Camp Hill, PA, with the Rev. Phillip Burger as Celebrant. A viewing will be held in the church on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Burial with military honors will be held following the Mass in Rolling Green Cemetery, Camp Hill. MYERS - HARNER FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, Camp Hill, is handling funeral arrangements. To read Mr. Cosgrove's complete obituary, visit www.myers-harner.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER CHARLES L. AGE 86, OF ...

MILLER CHARLES L. Age 86, of Monroeville, passed away, on Wednesday, December 23, 2015. Loving husband for 61 years of E. Joanne Miller; dear father of Jacqueline (John) Estock, Charles H. (Diane) Miller and Keith H. (Carol) Miller; grandfather of Kelly (Patrick) Laboda, Charles (Dawn) Miller, Michael (Nicole) Miller, Jennifer (Ed) Obenauf, Michelle (Austin) Dietrich and Dean Miller; great-grandfather of six; brother of the late Robert and William Miller. Charles was a member of the American Legion Post 600, Oakmont Elks 1668, where he was a past exalted ruler, Verona Eagles, and F & AM Penn Hills 635. He proudly served our country in the Army during the Korean War. Visitation and Services were private for the family. Donations may be made in his name to the Oakmont Elks, 106 Washington Ave., Oakmont, PA 15139. Arrangements made by BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., Oakmont. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEPHAN MICHAEL E. AGE 56, ON ...
STEPHAN MICHAEL E. Age 56, on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, of Sheraden. Husband of Maureen (Murphy) Stephan; son of Margaret (Bell) and the late Philip Stephan; father of Michael, John and Jimmy Stephan; brother of Debbie DeParre, Philip Stephan, Mary Stephan and Patty Edwards. Mike's request is that everyone attending his funeral wears black and gold. Friends received MONDAY from 5 p.m. until the time of the Blessing Service at 7:30 p.m. at WM. F. CONROY FUNERAL HOME, 2944 Chartiers Ave., Sheraden. Memorial contributions may be made to Family Hospice and Pallative Care, 50 Moffett St., Pgh. 15243. wfconroyfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OSBORN DONALD R. AGE 78, OF CU...
OSBORN DONALD R. Age 78, of Cuddy, on December 22, 2015. Beloved husband of Beatrice (Watson) Osborn; loving father of Glady (Doug) Channell, Donna (Steve Kaslewicz) Osborn, Marsha (Ed) Langdon and Ronald (Carol) Osborn; grandfather of Christie (Nick), Jessica (Jess), Adriane, Ashley, John (Abbey), Sara (Max), Adam (deceased), James, Amanda, Taylor and Hanna; brother of Marion French, Dwayne Osborn and the late Ronald Osborn; also survived by 11 great- grandchildren. In addition to his family, Don enjoyed spending time with his best friend, Bob Johnson. Mr. Osborn was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the U.S. Army. A member of the Bridgeville Owl's Club, he was a past president of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. Family and friends are invited to share in a Memorial Service Tuesday 11:30 a.m. in the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). Inurnment to follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Wounded Warrior Project or Make-A- Wish Foundation. View and add condolences at: warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DOLNEY CHRISTOPHER OF MUNHALL,...

DOLNEY CHRISTOPHER Of Munhall, born January 20, 1976, peacefully passed away, on December 21, 2015, age 39. Survived by father, William (stepmother, Susan) Dolney of Munhall; mother, Darla (late Michael) Mullin (Patterson) of Lincoln Place; beloved father to Jocelyn, Kaylyn, Delaney Dolney; beloved brother of Scott Dolney; beloved grandson to the late Alice Patterson; stepbrother to Trisha Schneider and Anthony DeFrancis; survived by best friend and cousin, Richard Prosdocimo; along with many other cousins, aunts, and uncles. Friends received from 1-8 p.m. on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home chapel on Wednesday at 10 a.m. The family has suggested memorial contributions be made to the American Liver Foundation or the National Kidney Foundation. Condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PRICE KITTY H. ON DECEMBER 22,...

PRICE KITTY H. On December 22, 2015, Kitty H. Price, age 67, of McCandless Township, beloved wife of 41 years to Scott Price peacefully passed away. Also survived by her two loving daughters, Julie Price (James) Shehan of Wilmington, DE and Kristie Price (Pablo) Delaguila of Warrenton, VA; sister-in-law, Robin Ziegler; proudest Bama (Best Grandma Ever) to Nick, Bella, Ellie, Luke, Gracie, and Kit. Kitty enjoyed gardening, hiking in the woods, but mostly spoiling her darling grandchildren with all her love. A memorial service will be held to celebrate her life at a later date. Arrangements by SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC. simonsfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CESNALIS FRANCES S. (KOTEWICZ)...

CESNALIS FRANCES S. (KOTEWICZ) Of Troy Hill, on Wednesday, December 23, 2015. Beloved wife of the late George J. Cesnalis, Sr.; loving mother of George, Jr. (Kelly), Joseph, Richard (Cindy), Glenn and Michael (Maggie) Cesnalis; also survived by many grandchildren and great- grandchildren; dear sister of Dolores Ochs, Betty Shankle, George, Edward, Paul and the late Anthony, Raymond and John Kotewicz; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family to receive friends 2-8 p.m. MONDAY ONLY at the HUGHES FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1501 Lowrie St., Pgh., PA 15212, Troy Hill. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Most Holy Name Church, Troy Hill. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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