DEMAS DANIEL R. Age 77, of Ross Twp., on Saturday, July 18, 2015. From humble and meek beginnings, a worthy life lived fully, to an end with many courageous battles lived my dear father. Born in November 1937 to his greek immigrant father, Phillip and mother, Bertha (Fagan), both deceased many years ago. His life was a story of highs and lows, and through the last 54 years, his wife, Leone was at his side. Together they lived well, with his family all nearby, all raising families of their own. Everyone will have many great memories from such a life, whether service members from days in the Air Force, co-workers from his lengthy career with USPS, dear friends, family, or acquaintances new or old. Take note, he in return held those memories dear. Cherished, respected, loved, and remembered by his wife, Leone; sister, Ruth (Ben) Logan; his four children, Carla and (Brian) Roos, Pamela House, Larry and Debbie Demas, Lisa and (Ken) George; 12 grandchildren, Jessica, Deanna, Tom, and Tony Roos, Sean and Zachary House, Nick, Samantha, and Mitchell Demas, and Lauren, Kevin, and Kailee George; and great- grandson, Nicholas Lee Demas; also, preceded in death by beloved siblings, Margaret Workman, George Demas, and Phillip Demas. Special thanks to all for the care, company, and prayers from friends, and many loved nieces and nephews that helped in the last few weeks. Friends received Wednesday, July 22, 2015, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills, where a funeral service will be held Thursday, July 23, 2015, at 10:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DEMAS DANIEL R. AGE 77, OF ROS...
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SEKELY CATHERINE (KELLY) ON FR...
SEKELY CATHERINE (KELLY) On Friday, July 17, 2015, of Wilmerding. A daughter of the late Joseph and Isabell (Lewandowski) Kelly; wife of the late Albert Sekely; dear mom of Albert (Mary) Sekely, Valarie (Harold) Bunn and Jonie Galvin; special grandma of five; and three great-grandchildren; sister of Frances Matusik, Dorothy Scarpino, Cornelia Baker, and the late Joseph and Anthony Kelly; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends welcome in the ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, 412-824-4332, on Tuesday from 2:00 until 8:00 p.m. A blessing service will follow on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. followed by burial in Good Shepherd Cemetery. Please visit us at: www.alfierifuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KAIL LAURA A. OF SCOTT TOWNSHI...
KAIL LAURA A. Of Scott Township, formerly of Bethel Park, age 87, at rest on Friday, July 17, 2015. Spouse of the late John A. Kail; daughter of the late Chester and Margaret L. (McGranor) Peach; loving mother of John (Mary) Kail, Paul (Rosemary) Kail, Catherine (Robert) Hoag, Christopher (Patricia) Kail, Laura Philage, Matthew (Nancy) Kail, Phillip Kail, James (Karen) Kail, Andrew (Becky) Kail, Monica (Bernie) McMonagle, Regina Kail, Victor (Cynthia) Kail, Aleta Sell, Steven (Christina) Kail, and the late Gerald Kail; caring grandmother of 39; step- grandmother of 12; great- grandmother of 35; and great-great-grandmother of one. Laura was a loving, funny, and selfless woman. She lived life to the fullest and always with a big smile for everyone. She and her late husband, John, were married 62 years and for the most part were inseparable in the raising of their large and beautiful family. She is leaving behind an amazing legacy of love, laughter, and compassion we will cherish forever. Heaven has a new Angel. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 724-941-3211. Friends welcome at 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, 15317, Wednesday, July 22, 2015, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Divine Liturgy will be held Thursday, July 23, 2015, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Church, 1000 Lindsay Road, Carnegie, PA 15106. Everyone please meet at the church. Interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer's/Dementia Association, 1100 Liberty Avenue, Suite E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PROSTKO THOMAS A. AGE 89, OF K...
PROSTKO THOMAS A. Age 89, of Kennedy Twp., passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2015, surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his beloved wife of over 64 years, Helen (Altdorfer) Prostko; loving children, Thomas Prostko and Diane (Greg) Vaughan; cherished grandchildren, Tia, Alex, and Evan Prostko, and Melissa Vaughan; and one great-grandchild, Rachel. Thomas was a WWII Veteran, and a lifelong Teamsters member. Friends may visit TUESDAY, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Rd., Kennedy Twp. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place WEDNESDAY, (time to be determined), at St. Malachy Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Thomas' name to the Allegheny Health Network Hospice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CUSTER EILEEN D. (STREILY) EIL...
CUSTER EILEEN D. (STREILY) Eileen, age 80, of Plum Borough, died Saturday evening, July 18, 2015, at her home with her family by her side. Beloved mother of Debbie (Dave) Michael of Saltsburg and Donald Tex (Wendy) Bosnich of Somerset; daughter of the late Carl and Doris Streily; wife of the late Robert L. Custer; and survived by her former husband, Donald Bosnich, with whom she kept a special friendship; sister of the late Richard (late Jean) Streily, late James and late Carl Streily; sister-in-law of Alice and Marge Streily; eight nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews survive; proud grandmother of countless granddogs. Eileen was a retired executive secretary with Koppers with 28 years service. She took great pleasure in knitting baby sweaters and outfits for many newborn babies. Eileen enjoyed flea markets, craft shows, going out to dinner. She was an avid volunteer at Fosnight Retirement Home in Gibsonia for 12 years. Friends and relatives will be received at BURKET -TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont Monday, July 20, 2015, from 2-4, 6-8 p.m. Services Tuesday morning, 11 a.m. at the Funeral Home, with Rev. Dr. Stephen Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in Lakewood Memorial Gardens, Dorseyville. Family suggests memorials to Family Hospice & Palliative Care, 50 Moffett St., Pgh., PA 15243-1162. Visit us at: www.burkettruby.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PELINO LYDIA M. (DELPHUS) AGE ...
PELINO LYDIA M. (DELPHUS) Age 93, of Bridgeville, on July 19, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Edmond O. Pelino; loving mother of Susan (Chuck) Kozak, David (Marlene) Pelino, Ed (Ronna) Pelino, Jr. and the late Jay (Lois) Pelino; cherished grandmother of Kristopher (Michele) Kozak, Kimberlee Kozak, Kasey Kozak; Stefinie (John) Kelley, Jennifer McIntyre, Jim (Becky) Pelino, Bethany (Lucas) Scarsella, Gina (Jordan) Ramage; and eight great-grandchildren; sister of Dolly Dickinson and the late Pete, Will and Bud Delphus. Lydia was a member of the CD of A and the Christian Mothers at Holy Child Parish. She was an avid golfer and past member of Great Lakes Seniors Golf Association. She enjoyed bowling and traveling, and worked in a number of places in her lifetime, including Colussy Motors, Reliable Savings and Loan and her family business, Bridgeville Appliance. Family and friends will be received on Monday from 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Holy Child Parish. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. View and share condolences at: www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GALAMB LEWIS AGE 85, OF EAST O...
GALAMB LEWIS Age 85, of East Oakmont, formerly of Universal, on Saturday, July 18, 2015. Beloved of Karen Pane for 30 years; loving father of Denise (Gary) Hughes and Daisha (Larry) Ellis; grandfather of Stephanie Hughes; "Sons" Rob (Nikki) Pane and Andy (Chris) Pane; special "grandchildren" MacKenzee and Kody; also survived by special grand-dog, Bailey; and numerous nieces and nephews; son of the late John and Mary Galamb; beloved brother of the late John and Andy Galamb, Helen Ehnot, Billy and Ernie Galamb, Virginia Wingard and Elsie Muko. Lewis was a US Navy veteran during the Korean War. Friends received Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES, LTD./ROTH CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road), Penn Hills, where Panachida will be held Wednesday 10:15 a.m. followed by Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial, Wednesday, 11 a.m. in Saints Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Tarentum. Interment Plum Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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POWELL PATRICIA A. (PHILLIPS) ...
POWELL PATRICIA A. (PHILLIPS) On Sunday, July 19, 2015, age 80, of Baldwin Borough, after a courageous battle with cancer. Patricia was the beloved daughter of William and Leila Phillips of Pacolet Mills, South Carolina; loving and devoted wife of the late John Michael Powell; "Mom" to Steven (Laura), William (Pam), Gregory (Mary), and the late Susan Lynn; "Gram" will be missed by her dearly loved grandchildren, Andrew (Michelle), Michael, Elise, Amie, Rebecca, Kaitlyn, Julie and Ian; "Trish" will also be missed by her surviving sister, Sandra (Larry) McCravy; her brother and sister, Patrick and Lisa Powell; as well as her "sister," Kathleen Harris. She was preceded in death by her sister, Joyce (Kenneth) Belue. "Aunt Trish" will also be missed by her many nieces and nephews. Patricia was a loving mother and grandmother who practiced the art of healing as a registered nurse. During her career, she worked in Homestead Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital, and ultimately retired from Jefferson Hospital. After her retirement, Trish focused on caring for and loving her husband, children, and grandchildren. She enjoyed the company of her many friends at St. Elizabeth's Tuesday night bingo. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, on Tuesday from 2 -8 p.m., where Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Family Hospice and Palliative Care, 50 Moffett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WHEELER LAVERNE OF NORTH OAKLA...
WHEELER LaVERNE Of North Oakland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2015. The fifth child of seven children of the late Robert and Lillian Green. A graduate of Fifth Avenue High School and the University of Pittsburgh. Beloved wife of Cornelius Wheeler and mother of one daughter, Stacey, who preceded her in death. After working many years for the Human Relations Commission she became the executive director for the City of Pittsburgh and was employed with the University of Pittsburgh in the Human Resources Department. Lovingly survived by her husband, Cornelius; two sisters, Laurel Johnson, Edna Kisner; and extended family and friends. Visitation WEST FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2215 Wylie Ave., Wednesday 10-11 a.m. only. Funeral service at 11 a.m. in the chapel. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to the charity of your choice. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DONALDSON VICKI "SIS" AGE 59, ...
DONALDSON VICKI "SIS" Age 59, of McDonald, died Sunday, July 19, 2015. Beloved wife of Jerry Donaldson; daughter of Dolores (Buncie) Cook and the late Richard Cook; mother of Kairy (husband Bill) Donaldson-Moss and LeAnn (husband Damien) Heffern; grandmother of Alyssa Robinson and Andrew Moss; sister of Richard Cook; several brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, great-aunts and great-uncles. Friends will be received from 2-4 and from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at NATION FUNERAL HOME, INC., 220 E. Lincoln Ave., McDonald, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 24, 2015, with Rev. Pat Schaefer, pastor of Robinson Presbyterian Church, officiating. Burial will follow in Robinson Church Cemetery, Bulger. Online condolences, photos and additional information are available at: www.nationfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DUPLAIN MARY ALICE MALLOY DIED...
DUPLAIN MARY ALICE MALLOY Died Wednesday of pneumonia at the age of 103. Born in Boston, she lived there independently in her own home until the age of 93, when she moved to Pittsburgh to be with her daughter and son-in-law, Meg and George Cheever and their children. Mary Duplain graduated in 1934 from Emmanuel College in Boston, then a women's college. She worked at the Bell Telephone Company. During World War II, she volunteered as a junior hostess at a Stage Door Canteen in Boston, where she met and later married Charles Duplain, a recently discharged serviceman and fellow volunteer who fingerprinted her at the entrance. When her husband died suddenly in his 50s, she devoted herself to raising her only child, Meg, supporting her while she attended Wellesley College and Boston University Law School. To do so, she parlayed her education into a varied career. Mrs. Duplain worked as Executive Secretary of the Emmanuel College Alumnae Association and as editor of the alumnae college magazine. Later, while earning a master's degree in education, she taught in the Boston Public Schools, including a long assignment at the English Language Center in the South End of Boston. There she taught English to foreign students via the direct method. At the age of 60, she took sabbatical leave to study Spanish in Madrid in order to communicate more effectively with the increasing number of Spanish-speaking students in her classes. Keenly intelligent, she loved reading the daily newspapers and books. When her eyesight began to fail as she neared 100, she read Steve Job's biography by Walter Isaacson in magnified print on an iPad her grandson, Charlie Cheever, gave her. Mrs. Duplain loved fashion. From the first in 1999, until ill health made participation impossible, she attended - elegantly turned out - every Spring Hat Luncheon of the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, which was founded by her daughter, President and CEO Meg Cheever. Mrs. Duplain is survived by three grandchildren, Charlie and Frances of Palo Alto, California, and Mary of New York City; as well as many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 21, 2015, in the afternoon from 5-7 p.m. at the Schenley Park Visitor Center. A funeral service will be held in Boston, Massachusetts, on August 7, 2015. www.lawlerfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRUCHWALSKI BERNARD W. AGE 88,...
BRUCHWALSKI BERNARD W. Age 88, peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2015, of Carrick. Beloved husband of 62 years to the late Helen V.; loving father of Karole A. (John Schmitt), William B. (Deborah) and Ron B. (Marybeth); proud grandfather of Kimberly, Eric, Moria, Josh, Zach and Danielle; survived by great and great- great-grandchildren; brother of Bernice Welsch, John Bruchwalski, Justina Baron and the late Anna Mae Bruchwalski. Also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Bernie served his country in WWII in the US Navy and was a longtime employee of Thorofare and Giant Eagle. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Wednesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Thursday morning at 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Norbert Church at 10:00 a.m. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JASEK MARY ANN (CAPUTO) AGE 90...
JASEK MARY ANN (CAPUTO) Age 90, on Saturday, July 18, 2015. Wife of the late Henry Jasek; loving mother of Nancy Fedorski and Peter (Mary) Rapin; loving grandmother of Kimberly Veenis, John Fedorski, Caitlin Johnson and Pierce Rapin; great- grandmother of Zachary, Garrett, Taylor, Braydon and Parker; sister of the late JoAnn Frishkey; aunt of James Frishkey. Relatives and friends are welcome at the BORON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1719 Brownsville Road, on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. www.BoronFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CASTAGNOLA JOHN OF MORNINGSIDE...
CASTAGNOLA JOHN Of Morningside, on Friday, July 17, 2015, age 79. Beloved husband of Josephine Scampone Castagnola; father of Lisa Jo Castagnola and Donna Franciscus; grandfather of Gloria Maffei (Stephen J.); brother of Carmella Giarameta and the late Antoinette Malucci; also survived by family dog, Lemmy. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Tuesday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where Funeral will commence on Wednesday (Time and Place Later). Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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FIGLIOLIA JEANETTE T. (CASILLI...
FIGLIOLIA JEANETTE T. (CASILLI) Age 102, of Florida, formerly of Mt. Washington, on Thursday, July 16, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Figliolia; loving mother of Vince (Bonnie), George Bo (Sissy) Figliolia of Winter Springs, FL and Gloria (Bob) Hanawalt of Emmaus, PA; sister of the late Frank, Sylvio, George, Joseph Casilli and Millie Ducatelli; also survived by eight grandchildren; eight great- grandchildren; nieces, nephews and loving family. Friends received at the BRUSCO - FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 214 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington, PA 15211 (412 381-2323), on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of Service, 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LONGCRIER REV. COLLEEN IN MEM...
LONGCRIER
REV. COLLEEN
In memory of a life so beautifully lived.
Five years have passed since
the one we loved was called away.
Dear mother, there is not a day
I do not think of you.
Up above where angels dwelleth,
where there is no night or pain.
We shall be reunited,
happiness shall reign again.
Your Loving Daughters,
Karen and Linda
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SPARKS CHRISTINA MANESIOTIS AG...
SPARKS CHRISTINA MANESIOTIS Age 97, a native and longtime resident of Pittsburgh, PA, departed peacefully on July 7, 2015, in Mountain View, CA. Services will be held at the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Mt. Lebanon on Thursday, July 23, 2015, at 11 a.m., with a viewing beginning at 10 a.m. The family requests no flowers. Donations may be made in Christina's memory to Holy Cross Church at www.holycrosspgh.org/donate in the Memorials section, or to the charity of your choice. www.Greekobituary.com contains more information about Christina's life. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BOYD BEATRICE 7/20/1915 ~ 7/20...
BOYD
BEATRICE
7/20/1915 ~ 7/20/2015
We think of you fondly today, Mom, as you would have turned 100. You are remembered for the love and care you shared so freely with your children.
Love, Ed, Gary, Sue.
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KRAKER VICTOR F. 7/20/1954 TO ...
KRAKER
VICTOR F.
7/20/1954 to 4/25/2008
IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Thinking of you on your birthday,
With sadness in our hearts.
Love, Micky, Jessica,
Chris and Francesca, Sarah, Dave and Aiden, Amanda, Mike and Faith
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MRAZIK DAVID M. 7/20/60 ~ 11/2...
MRAZIK
DAVID M.
7/20/60 ~ 11/24/10
We are only given so many minutes from the day we were born. Some are given more than others. We cherish every minute that we had with you. We continue to celebrate your life. Your birthday was so special and you looked forward to it so much. We can only imagine how happy you must be in Heaven.
We love and miss you so much.
Wife - Sandy and Mom - Carol, brother, sisters & children
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