OSKIN WILLIAM MICHAEL On Saturday, April 8, 2017, William, age 52, of North Versailles, passed away. Beloved loved son of the late William and Ann Oskin; beloved father of Tyler Oskin; loving brother of Debralee (Stephen) Sabol, Peggy (Dennis) Greenaway, Karen Marchitello, Kathy Mink, and Stephen D. Oskin; uncle of Stephen (Shannon) Sabol, Pamela (Kevin) Thornton, Dennis (Kelly) Greenaway, Angelica (Dale) Wilson, Lisa (Scott) Gettins, Jeremy Mink, Kayla Mink (Rhett); great- uncle of Kaedan Sabol, Josh and Jake Thornton, Shane, Tanner and Tatum Greenaway, and Emma and Asher Wilson. William worked numerous jobs. He enjoyed all different kinds of sports both playing some of them and watching them on T.V. Friends will be received Wednesday from 2-8 p.m. at the JAMES F. KUTCH FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATORY, 433 Lincoln Hwy., East McKeesport, PA 15035. Services will be held that evening at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home, with Rev. Eric Dennis, officiating. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions may be made to the family. www.kutchfuneralhome.org Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SPILLER ROBERT J. BOB ROBERT...
SPILLER ROBERT J. BOB Robert J. "Bob" Spiller, age 71, of Washington, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 7, 2017, in the Washington Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was born on May 2, 1945, in Houston to James J. and Anna M. Carestia Spiller who preceded him in death. Mr. Spiller lived most of his life in Houston. On February 7, 2006, he married Paulette Schade who survives. Robert was elected President of the Iron Workers Local No. 3 in 1984 and in 1985 became Financial Secretary Treasurer. He was appointed in 1994 as General Organizer to service the Eastern Ohio, Pennsylvania and Northern West Virginia area, International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers. He was appointed in 2000 as Ninth General Vice President and retired in 2008 as First General Vice President, Iron Workers International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers. Robert was honored by the Italian Heritage Society of America as an honoree in 1992. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Jodi (Regis) McClelland and Robin (Fred) Grove; three grandchildren, Liam, Liv and Evan McClelland; two stepchildren, Brande (Jeff) Searson and Michael Schade; two step-grandchildren, Libby and Will Searson; a sister, Helen (Randy) Mathura; and his beloved pet Yorkie, Benny. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Jeannie Spiller who passed away in 1996; and his sister, Marlyn Presto. Friends are welcome from 2-8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, in SALANDRA FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES INC., Joseph P. Salandra, owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120 where departing prayers will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. in St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, 317 West Pike Street, Canonsburg. Entombment will follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery in McMurray. Memorial contributions are suggested to Francis "Flip" Hanna Scholarship Fund, IW Local 3, 2201 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 or John H. Lyons, Sr. Scholarship Foundation, 1750 New York Avenue, N.W., Suite 400, Washington, DC 20006. To leave or view condolences, please visit: www.salandrafunerals.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SZYNBORSKI BARBARA ANN (VASKO)...
SZYNBORSKI BARBARA ANN (VASKO) Age 79, of Pleasant Hills, formerly of Duquesne, on April 7, 2017. Loving wife of Donald S.; cherished mother of Mark (Judy), Thomas (Susan), Barbara Urban (Scott), Lisa McDonough (Pat) and Lee; adoring grandmother of Nicole, Ryan, Vincent, Danielle, Corey, Caitlin, Taylor and Jenni. Services Private. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JONES STANLEY AGE 76, OF WASHI...
JONES STANLEY Age 76, of Washington, PA, passed away on Friday, April 7, 2017. He was the son of the late Harold and Hilda Jones of Cwmbran, Wales; and brother to the late Colin (Gill) Jones and the late Julie (Harry) Hull. He was the beloved husband of over 50 years to Jill Shapcott Jones; loving father of two daughters, Rachel (Philip) Jones Deluce and Meredith (John) Cotis; and cherished grandfather to Charles Charlie Rhys Cotis. Always up for adventure, Stanley and his wife moved to Pittsburgh from London, England to raise their family. He enjoyed travel, reading, sports and happy times spent with family and friends. He had a zest for life, a clever wit and an optimistic spirit that will be sadly missed. The last task he placed on every to-do list was "Have a jolly good time!" He had a jolly good life. Family and friends are welcome on Thursday, April 13, 2017 from 6-8 p.m. at CREMATION AND FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, 724-260-5546. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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POGGI DR. ALFRED JOSEPH, JR. A...
POGGI Dr. ALFRED JOSEPH, Jr. Age 74, of Somerset, died April 10, 2017, at Somerset Hospice House. Born May 4, 1942, in Bronx, New York, son of Alfred Joseph and Olga (Callegari) Poggi. Preceded in death by parents; wife, the former Elizabeth Ann Betty (Seibert) Poggi; and brother, Richard Poggi. Survived by children, Michelle A. Ervin and husband, Edward, Annapolis, MD, Michael A. Poggi and wife, Elizabeth (Jones), Mt. Lebanon, and Christopher S. Poggi and wife, Rebecca L. (Kemp), Somerset; grandchildren, Harry, Freddie, John, and Louise; and granddogs, Winston and Caleb. Dr. Poggi was a graduate of St. John's University, Jamaica, NY, and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA. He dedicated his life to helping others as a family physician in private practice locally for nearly 50 years. He was a member of American Osteopathic Association, Pennsylvania Osteopathic Family Physicians Society, Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association, American Academy of Family Physicians and American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. He was also a former board member of the Pennsylvania State Board of Osteopathic Medicine and former chief of staff at Somerset Hospital. Member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, Somerset. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at HAUGER - ZEIGLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 494 W. Main St., Somerset, where a vigil for the deceased will be held. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Fr. Daniel J. O'Neill, officiating. Committal, Somerset County Memorial Park at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dr. Poggi's memory may be directed to Somerset Volunteer Fire Department, Somerset Borough Police Department, Somerset Area Ambulance Association or In Touch Hospice. www.haugerzeigler.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GRASSER LIESELOTTE A LONGTIME ...
GRASSER LIESELOTTE A longtime resident of Wilkinsburg and Churchill, age 100, on Saturday, April 8, 2017. Lieselotte immigrated to the United States from Germany when she was 12 years old. She was a career retail sales associate at the former department stores, The Famous in Braddock, Joseph Horne and Lazarus in Monroeville Mall. Lieselotte was a longtime member of the Forest Hills Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her cousin and caregiver, Eleanor Anker and Eleanor's family. Lieselotte will be laid to rest with a private Graveside Service in William Penn Cemetery. Arrangements are with PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILANTONI NANCY JANE AGE 82, O...
MILANTONI NANCY JANE Age 82, of Placida, FL passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2017, at Englewood Community Hospital. Born on October 9, 1934, in Burgettstown, PA she had been a resident of Charlotte County for 18 years coming from Pittsburgh. A loving wife, mother and homemaker for her family, she was an avid reader who loved crossword puzzles. A member of WOW (Women of Windward), she was a Pittsburgh Steelers Fan and a communicant of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Survivors include her loving husband, of 59 years, John V. Milantoni; two daughters, Mary (Michael) Felix and Lauren Milantoni; two sons, Mark D. and Matthew (Anna) Milantoni; and six grandchildren. Funeral Mass will be said on Wednesday, April 12, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 5265 Placida Road, Englewood. Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (www.jdrf.com) in memory of Nancy Milantoni. ENGLEWOOD COMMUNITY FUNERAL HOME WITH PRIVATE CREMATORY has been selected to handle arrangements. You may share a memory with the family at www.englewoodfh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WASKO AGNES T. (ONDICK) PASSED...
WASKO AGNES T. (ONDICK) Passed peacefully from this life on April 9, 2017. Married to the late John E. Wasko. Mother of Elaine (the late Ronald) Mycoff and John (Paula) Wasko; grandmother of Rhonda, John, Julie and Monica; great-grandmother of Ryan, Joshua, Erica, Leah, Louis, Emma and Caroline. Agnes is the survivor of nine other siblings and celebrated her 100th birthday last July. Agnes had special relationships with her late sister, Lee and her nieces, the late Norma, Leona and Patricia. She loved all that were close to her and always praised God. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pgh., 15236. An Episcopal service of burial will be held in the funeral home's chapel on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. Online condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WESTFALL KATHLEEN (LANGER) ON ...
WESTFALL KATHLEEN (LANGER) On Sunday, April 9, 2017. Beloved wife of David Westfall; mother of Rebecca Michele Langer; sister of Joyce M. Langer of CA. Friends received at the BAGNATO FUNERAL HOME, Jefferson St., Carnegie Wednesday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, April 17, 2017, in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church at 10 a.m. Add a tribute at www. bagnatofuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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AMATO MILDRED J. AGE 94, OF ED...
AMATO MILDRED J. Age 94, of Edgeworth, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 9, 2017 in Allegheny General Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 14, 1922, in Clearfield, PA, to the late Otto and Ruth Lansbury Shaw. She was a member of St. James Catholic Church, Sewickley. Millie was known for her great cooking and baking. She enjoyed gardening and was an avid animal lover. Preceding her in death in addition to her parents, were her husband, James J. Amato; and a sister, Claire Kopp. Surviving are a son and daughter-in-law, James D. and Lynee Amato of Edgeworth; three daughters, Ruth and Gary Werb of Ben Avon, Jenny and James DeGori, and Donna Amato, all of Edgeworth; seven grandchildren, James L. (Megan) DeGori, Adrian J. DeGori, Matthew (Lucy) Werb, Michael Werb, Gabrielle and Emily Amato, and Hugh Rice; four great-grandchildren, James, Isabella, Natalie and Gianni DeGori. Friends will be received Tuesday from 1-8 p.m. in the JOHN SYKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, where prayers will be offered Wednesday at 12:20 p.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. in St. James Catholic Church. The Rev. Thomas J. Burke will officiate. Interment will follow in St. James Catholic Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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YORDY IRWIN CONRAD IRWIN, AGE ...
YORDY IRWIN CONRAD Irwin, age 93, of Oakdale, died Monday, April 10, 2017, in Victoria Manor, Oakdale. He was born June 23, 1923, in Carnegie, a son of the late Elmer and Alice White Yordy. Mr. Yordy was a member of Carnegie United Methodist Church. He was an engineer with Conrail for over 30 years. Surviving are his children, Connie (Erich) Rudolph of Hanover, PA, Linda Powell of Oakdale, Gary (Kim) Yordy of Simpsonville, SC, Karen (John) Roberts of Bulger; grandchildren, Krista (Dave) Fahnestock, Lori (Bryan), Catola, Devin (Autumn) Powell, Shannon Powell, Zachary and Kayla Yordy, Chelsie (Nick) Phillis and Jake Roberts. Also surviving are five great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Ringel Yordy (2002); brother, Jack Yordy; and sister, Jean Langer. Friends will be received Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the THOMAS - LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC., 5000 Noblestown Road, Oakdale (724-693-2800), where funeral service will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. Please sign the guestbook at thomas-littlefuneralservice. com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HAVER KATHLEEN D. KATHY OF M...
HAVER KATHLEEN D. KATHY Of Monroeville, on April 10, 2017, passed away at home surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Joseph. She had four children, Denise (Matt Ferry), Michael (Debra), Christopher (Sharon) and Mary Jo (Jon Springer). Also survived by her sister, Susan (Joe) Deet; and her brother-in-law, Edward (Bonnie) Haver. Her pride and joy were her ten grandchildren, Nicholas, Alex, Jacob, Sam, Ryan, Sean, Rachel, Andrew, Ben and Alexa. She was an active Associate of the Sisters of St. Joseph and was a member of the Ladies of Charity at St. Bernadette Church. Her hobbies included being an active participant in the Stitching Angels at North America Martyrs Parish and Comfort Quilts at St. Bernadette Parish. A graduate of Duquesne University and the University of Pittsburgh, she practiced as a Pediatric Nurse and loved her profession. A very spiritual woman, Kathy was a very special person to all she met and will be missed by all. Her smile was her calling card. Friends will be received Tuesday from 2-8 p.m. at the GENE H. CORL, INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVIILLE, 4335 Northern Pike (412-372-2100). Her life will be celebrated at a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Bernadette Church. Interment following in Good Shepherd Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to St. Bernadette Church Ladies of Charity, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville, PA 15146 or the Sisters of St. Joseph attn: Development Office, 1020 State St., Baden, PA 15005. For more information, please visit www.corlfuneralchapel.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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D'ALESSANDRO MARY L. (SOWINSKI...
D'ALESSANDRO MARY L. (SOWINSKI) Age 95, of Pittsburgh, on Monday, April 10, 2017. Daughter of the late Jacob and Maria (Korzen) Sowinski; beloved wife of the late Albert M. D'Alessandro; loving mother of Robert (Mary Ann) D'Alessandro, Cassandra (David) Ward, Tamara (Joseph) Peluso and the late Victor D'Alessandro (the late Denise); beloved sister of Agnes Sowinski and the late Joseph, Jacob and Thomas Sowinski, Eleanor Cuskey, Helen Frost, Amelia Miller, Jenny Sowinski and Elizabeth Turzai; also survived by seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; four great -great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by grandson, Domonick; and great-great-grandson, Vincenzo. Mary worked at Consumer Produce Terminal during WWII, the job she liked the most was at St. Margaret's cafeteria where she worked for eight years. Mary volunteered for the Padre Pio Spiritual Refuge for over 25 years. She was involved with Christian Mothers, Holy Name Society and First Friday all night vigil group. She was an exceptional woman and an inspiration to everyone who knew her. Family and friends welcome Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greenreee Rd., Scott Twp. 15220. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret of Scotland Church Wednesday 12 Noon. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be given to the St. John Skilled Nursing Facility (SJSNF) Residents Activity Fund, PO Box 928, Mars, PA 16046 or Family Hospice Philanthropy Dept., 50 Moffett St., Pgh., PA 15243. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ST. CLAIR NORVETTA DECEMBER 3,...
ST. CLAIR NORVETTA December 3, 1939 to April 6, 2017. Visitation Tuesday 5 to 8 p.m., Spriggs & Watson Funeral Home. Service Wednesday 11 a.m. at Spriggs & Watson Funeral Home. All services entrusted to SPRIGGS & WATSON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 720 North Lang Ave., Pgh., PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MORECE SHIRLEY OF SHALER TWP.,...
MORECE SHIRLEY Of Shaler Twp., on April 8, 2017. Beloved wife of the late James B. Morece, Sr.; loving mother of Cheryl Morece and the late James B. Morece, Jr.; grandmother of Zachary, Makenzie and Benjamin; sister of the late John Weiss; daughter of the late Margaret Weiss; aunt of Dean and John Weiss. A graveside service will be held at 12 Noon on Wed., April 12, 2017, in Deer Creek Cemetery, 902 Russellton Rd., Cheswick, PA 15024. Professional Services by D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Lawrenceville. www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HERBIEN AUDREY "AUDDIE" REGINA...
HERBIEN AUDREY "AUDDIE" REGINA Cherished by her family. Daughter of Loretta and Edward Schmidt; sister of Ed, Dutch, Bobbie, and Dick; sister-in-Law of Mitzie, Butch, and Linda; mother of Tina (Charlie) Costello; grandmother of Sara (Justin) Michaud, Ashley (Brian) DeCoy, and Kelly Costello; great-grandmother of Emerson, Claire, and Easton; and aunt, cousin, friend and neighbor. In our hearts you will stay forever. May 1, 1932 - April 5, 2017. Please join us for a Celebration of Life at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2017, at Plum Creek Masonic Hall, 9521 Saltsburg Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15239. Professional Services Trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZICCARDI PHILIP JOCK' AGE 75,...
ZICCARDI PHILIP JOCK' Age 75, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2017, with his family by his side. Beloved husband of 52 years of Eleanor (Gorney) Ziccardi; loving father of Dawn Ziccardi and Kim (Kevin) Boyle; cherished Pap of Katie and Philip Boyle; beloved brother of Joan Arnold, Anthony and Andrew Ziccardi. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends welcome Tuesday 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. 15220, (412-563-2800). Funeral Mass in St. Margaret of Scotland Church Wednesday 10:30 a.m. Interment Private. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MICKAIL WILLIAM L. ON SUNDAY, ...
MICKAIL WILLIAM L. On Sunday, April 9, 2017, beloved husband of Elaine Lainey (Neal); father of Terri (Chris) Hackimer, Joshua Buddy Mickail and W. Benjamin (Jess) Mickail; grandfather of Ashleigh, Brandon, Zander and Jaden; brother of David and the late Leo. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3552 California Ave., at Davis Ave., where a funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MULRONEY ANTHONY AGE 71, OF SH...
MULRONEY ANTHONY Age 71, of Shaler, on Friday, April 7, 2017, peacefully at West Penn Hospital Hospice. He is survived by his sister Monica (Mulroney) Smetanka. Tony was preceded in death by both his parents, Thomas and Anne Mulroney, his siblings, Thomas Mulroney, Joseph Mulroney and Ellen (Mulroney) Stewart. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and close friends. Tony was born in Dublin, Ireland and came to Pittsburgh when he was 15. Tony was an active member of AA and volunteered his services at the Allegheny County Jail. He will be fondly remembered for his humorous stories and his dry Irish wit. No visitation. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Bonaventure Church, Glenshaw on Wednesday at 10 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Memorials may be sent in Tony's name to AHN Office of Fund Development, Hospice and Palliative Care, 4818 Liberty Ave., Pgh., PA 15224. Arrangements by the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., GLENSHAW. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BATES CHARLES E. AGE 53, OF SE...
BATES CHARLES E. Age 53, of Sewickley, passed away unexpectedly, on April 7, 2017, in his home. He was born in Aliquippa, on January 14, 1964, a son of Charles A. Bates and the late Nancy (Taylor) MacFarland. He is survived by his father, Charles A. (Paula) Bates; his son, Jesse C. Bates; his sister, Lisa M. Petrick; stepfather, Bob MacFarland; uncles, Ed (Chris) Bates, John (Julie) Taylor; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his loving companion, Kim Moslen. Chuck was a master craftsman and worked construction all his life. He owned Bates Construction for many years. His faith was also very important to him, he loved Jesus. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday from 4 p.m. until time of services at 7:30 p.m. in the HUNTSMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC. OF ALIQUIPPA, (2345 Mill St.). The funeral service will be conducted by his pastor, Rich Liptak. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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