GAUL VIRGINIA On January 9, 2018, Virginia Gaul, 85, of McMurray, beloved wife of the late Frank H. Gaul; mother of Frank J. Gaul, Mary (the late Roger) Kenney, and the late Catherine Halferty; sister of Joseph Zupancic and Lawrence (Janet) Zupancic; grandmother of Edward Halferty, Jeannie (Shawn) Pace, Anna Halferty and Rosemary Kenney; Virginia graduated from Shadyside Hospital School of Nursing in 1953 and loved her life long career in nursing. Friends received Thursday, January 11, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Highway. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, 11 a.m., at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 2230 Rochester Road. Everyone please meet at church. Contributions may be made to Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research. www.lustgarten.org. www.simonsfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LAMBERT LEONARD C. OF SHADYSID...
LAMBERT LEONARD C. Of Shadyside, on Saturday, January 6, 2018, age 85. Beloved husband of the late Julia Drake Lambert; father of Bob Lambert (Marisol), Mike Lambert (Valerie) and Carol Huggins (Ken); grandfather of Aliette, Frederick, Jessica and Hailey Lambert and Christian Huggins; brother of Betty Hawkins (Bruce), Helen Harding (Lew), Sibbald Lambert (Shirley) and Don Lambert (the late Ginger); also survived by nieces and nephews. Leonard was born in Cherokee, NC and was an enrolled member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. He attended North Carolina State University, where he received his Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. He spent the majority of his life working for Alcoa, and living abroad with his family in Suriname, Australia, Brazil and Mexico and later as a consultant, in India and S. Korea. Both Leonard and his wife, Julia had a passion for traveling, visiting more than 60 countries. He was an avid artist and author, publishing a childhood memoir, Up From These Hills: Memories of a Cherokee Boyhood. A service will be held in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies on Friday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Leonard's name to the American Heart Association. Condolences may be left at www.mccabebrothers.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SWAN REVEREND WILLA AGE 71, OF...
SWAN REVEREND WILLA Age 71, of the Hill District. Peacefully on January 8, 2018. Visitation Friday 11 am to 1 pm at the COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave.15206,where funeral service will be held at 1 pm. Professional services entrusted to Coston Funeral Homes, Inc., 412-661-5916. www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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JACKO ROBERT A. OF NORTH VER...
JACKO ROBERT A. Of North Versailles, age 78, on Tuesday, Janurary 9, 2018. Husband of the late Geraldine "Gerri" (Polefko) Jacko. Loving father of Robert J. (Debra) of Bentleyville, PA, Mark A. (Mary Jo) of North Versailles, James P. (Ann) of White Oak, Kenneth J. (Valerie) of Sarver and Kevin M. (Sharlotte) of Port St. Lucie, FL. Beloved grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Brother of Maryann (Frank) Iovino of Las Vegas, May (late Micky) Potter of Coraoplis, Richard (Karen) Jacko of Monroeville, and Sally Jacko of Deep Creek Maryland. Preceded in death by brothers Donald (Sandy) Jacko of Florida, Andrew Jacko, and sister Dodi Conroy. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Bob was a truck driver for over 43 years and 20 years of service was with Westinghouse Trucking. He was a member of the Teamsters Local 30. He also enjoyed gardening and reading. Friends welcome Friday 2-8 p.m. at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., TURTLE CREEK / MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave., Turtle Creek, PA 15145, 412-823-9350. Services will be held on Saturday at 12 noon at the funeral home entombment in Grandview Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZYMA ANNETTE AGE 86, OF NORTH ...
ZYMA ANNETTE Age 86, of North Versailles, died Jan. 9, 2018, at her home. Born Feb. 7, 1931, in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Casper and Sophia (Osolinski) Rybka and the wife of the late Edwin Zyma. Annette was a homemaker and lifelong member of Corpus Christi Parish. She enjoyed watching movies, cooking and baking, trips to the casino and especially, spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include children, Edwin (Toni) of North Versailles, David (the late Pamela) of East McKeesport, Beverly (Terry) Nash of North Versailles and Roger (Patricia) of Birdsboro; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; siblings, Dolores (John) Marcinko of Fullerton, CA and Ronald Rip (Cheryl) Rybka of Port Vue; nieces and nephews. Annette was preceded in death by siblings, Cecilia Rybka, Helen Gall, Lucille Castor, Laura James, Bertha Natale and Virginia Macey. Family and friends will be received on Friday from 2-8 p.m. at JAYCOX - JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY in McKeesport. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Steven Palsa on Saturday, 10 a.m., at Corpus Christi Church in McKeesport. Interment will follow in St. Mary Polish Cemetery in White Oak. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KREK MARY LOU L. (SZUMINSKY) A...
KREK MARY LOU L. (SZUMINSKY) Age 85, of Bridgeville, on January 9, 2018. Beloved wife of Frank Krek, loving mother of Carol (Steve Yereb) Tovcimak and Kim (Pete) Massella, grandmother of Danni and Casey Lockerbie, Sarah, Mindy and P.J. Massella, sister of Robert (Catherine) Szuminsky, Elmira Rose Szuminsky and the late Joseph (Dorothy) Szuminsky and the late Howard Szuminsky, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received Thursday, 2-4 and 6-8 PM, in the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville (412-221-3333). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, 10 AM, in St. Barbara Church (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH). In lieu of flowers memorials to: American Lung Assoc., 810 River Ave. #140, Pgh., PA 15212. View and add condolences at: warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CYNKAR MARION BUBBIE AGE 87,...
CYNKAR MARION BUBBIE Age 87, of Glenshaw, formerly of Lawrenceville, on Wednesday, January 10, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Paul J. Cynkar; loving mother of Paul (Deborah), Mary (Presley) Smolter, Anne Cynkar, Joan (Tim) Taylor, and Judy Stachelek; proud bubbie of Jessie (Greg) and Grayson; Nicole (Linsey) Natalie (Rick) Hanna and R.J.; Katie (Mike); Nathan; Valerie (Nick) Nicholas and Jennie; Noah (Ellie) and Addy; Melanie; Emily; and Jacob. Friends will be received on Friday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD. 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Glenshaw, on Saturday at 1 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MOHRBACHER ROBERT E. MR. ROBER...
MOHRBACHER ROBERT E. Mr. Robert E. Mohrbacher, 91, formerly of Ellwood City passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at the Cumberland Crossing at UPMC Passavant Hospital. Mr. Mohrbacher was born on December 15, 1926 in Marion Twp. to the late Frederick and Anna Borman Mohrbacher. He is a member of the Lincoln High School class of 1944. Robert enlisted with the U.S. Navy on January 3, 1945 and served as an Apprentice Seaman until his discharge on November 22, 1946. He was awarded the Word War II Victory Medal and the American Area Campaign Ribbon. Following his service with the Navy, Robert graduated from Dartmouth College in 1948 with a degree in Economics. He worked in the management department for the U.S. Steel Corporation until his retirement in 1984 in Ellwood City PA, Gary IN, Pittsburgh, PA, and McKeesport PA. While living in Ellport, Robert helped start the Ellport Boosters Club which benefited the Wur-Ell-Wayne Little League Baseball organization. He is a past member of the Connoquenessing Country Club, and had served on the Ellwood City Area School District school board for two terms as President. In his spare time Robert enjoyed fishing. He is survived by his daughter Beth Anne (Ted) Makowski of Franklin Twp.; his son Fred (Susan) Mohrbacher of Franklin Park; his grandchildren Robert (Erin) Makowski, Erick Mohrbacher, and Patrick Mohrbacher; his great-grandchildren Makenna, Emma, and John Makowski; his sister Delores (John) Jackson of Texas; and his brother John Mohrbacher also of Texas. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Emma I.Mozes Mohrbacher whom he married on February 26, 1949 and passed away on July 24, 2009, and his brother Joe Mohrbacher. Family and friends will be received on Friday from 4-8 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 10:00 p.m. in the SAMUEL TEOLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. AND CREMATION SERVICES. Interment will follow at the Locust Grove Cemetery. Memorial donations in Mr. Mohrbacher's name may be made to the St. John Newmann Appalachian Camp, 2230 Rochester Rd., Pittsburgh, Pa 15237, or to the UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, One Children's Place, Pittsburgh, Pa 15224. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TORMENTO CARL R. OF SHALER TWP...
TORMENTO CARL R. Of Shaler Twp., on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, Mr. Tormento was the beloved husband of Sheila Mallen Tormento; father of Sharon Grieco (Alan) of Glenshaw, Carl M. Tormento (late Kathy) of Gibsonia, Jim Tormento (late Debbie) of Glenshaw; brother-in- law of Babs Mallen; also survived by five grandchildren. A visitation will be held on Thursday from 2-8 p.m. at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rte. 8, Shaler Twp. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at All Saints Church, Etna on Friday at 10 am. Leave condolences at www.permanfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WIRANT MAUREEN M. (MANNING) AG...
WIRANT MAUREEN M. (MANNING) Age 88, of Upper St. Clair, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2018, with her family by her side. Maureen was the Beloved Wife of 55 years to the late John A. Wirant. She is survived by her three children: Alex (Michael) Trautman, John (Elizabeth) Wirant, and Lee Wirant, and also her six grandchildren. Maureen greatly loved both her family and her catholic faith. Although her later years were beset with health-related trials, Maureen endured with dignity and remained lovely in her ways. She will be loved, missed and prayed for always. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUER - FRYER, 412-221-3800. Friends and family are welcome at 430 Washington Avenue, Bridgeville on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Louise deMarillac Church. Interment will be in St. Barbara Cemetery. Please add and view tributes at www.beinhauer.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PETRELLA JASON MICHAEL THE AN...
PETRELLA JASON MICHAEL The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God. On January 8, 2018, Jason Michael Petrella, age 42, of Monaca, died suddenly from natural causes. Jason was a 1994 graduate of Monaca High School and a 1998 graduate of St. Francis College. He received his Master's degree from the School of Public and International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh in 2008. He spent the majority of his career in banking with positions in Washington D.C. and Columbus, OH before returning home. Anyone who knew Jason, knew his true passion was politics and government. He ran for the State Senate in 2008 and remained engaged in politics throughout his life. He thoroughly enjoyed talking to people and learning more about them. Jason was an Officer in the Monaca Sons of Italy Lodge, and member of the Monaca Wolves Club and Beaver County Chamber of Commerce. Jason is survived by his Father and best friend, Donald E. Petrella (Sherry), of Monaca and his Mother, the late Paula M. Petrella. He was the loving brother to his sisters, Lisa Petrella, of Shaler and Robyn (Pete) Tsudis, of Ben Avon. He was a treasured uncle to nieces, Mia, Nella and Sofia Tsudis and Grace and Isabella Neff who will miss him always. Jason is survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Friends will be received on Friday from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca where prayers will be offered on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Monaca. Interment will follow in the Parish cemetery. To share online condolences, get directions and other information, please visit: simpsonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCBRIDE DAVID L. AGE 81, OF PE...
McBRIDE DAVID L. Age 81, of Penn Hills, on January 10, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Caroline T. (Klemerich) McBride; loving father of Caroline McBride of Nashville, TN; brother of the late Ralph McBride, Martha Gerhold, and Paul McBride; David was retired from U.S. Steel. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at CHARLES W. TRENZ FUNERAL HOME, INC., 11110 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills; a Blessing Service will be held at the funeral home, Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MENNI JODY H. AGE 62, OF ROBIN...
MENNI JODY H. Age 62, of Robinson Township, died on Wednesday, January 10, 2018, in her home, following a ten-year battle with ovarian cancer. She was born on February 8, 1955, in Brownsville, a daughter of Charlotte C. Chambers Hughes, of Allison, PA, and the late Charles A. Hughes, Sr. Jody was graduated as Valedictorian of her Brownsville High School class, and was graduated from California University of Pennsylvania, with a Bachelor's Degree. Mrs. Menni was a member of Union Presbyterian Church, where she was a Deacon, and sang in the choir. As a microbiologist, Jody worked in the Microbiology Lab in Suburban Hospital, then UPMC Mercy Hospital, and most recently at Allegheny General Hospital. She loved being involved in her children's lives, was an avid reader, and loved her pets and plants. On October 24, 1981, she married William Eric Menni, who died on July 26, 2013. Surviving are two sons, Jordan Christopher Menni, of Robinson Township, and Jason Eric Menni, of Robinson Township; two brothers, Charles A. (Charla) Hughes, Jr., of Fresno, CA, and William W. (Joyce) Hughes, of Allison, PA; a sister, Charlene R. Hughes, of Quaker Hill, CT; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Dr. Barbara and Dr. Raymond Juriga, of Uniontown; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Friends will be received on Friday, January 12, 2018, from 2 to 8 p.m., in WILLIAM G. NEAL FUNERAL HOMES, LTD., 925 Allison Ave., Washington, PA 15301. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 13, 2018, in Union Presbyterian Church, 6165 Steubenville Pike, McKees Rocks, PA 15136. Burial in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Uniontown, will be private, and held at the convenience of the family. Additional information and a guestbook are available at www.NealFuneralHome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KORONOSKY LUCIE H. (GALLAND) A...
KORONOSKY LUCIE H. (GALLAND) Age 99, of Hazelwood, born in France, December 4, 1918, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Peter M. Koronosky; beloved mother of Lucy (George) Kronstein, Charles, Rene (Paul) Bohonok, Evelyn (the late Bill) Bochonok; loving Baba of Alisha (Rick) Yobbi, Amy (Ken) Amoroso, Heather Bochonok Moore; loving great- grandmother of Shane and Austin Yobb, Luca and Giavana Amoroso. Lucie was a loving and caring woman, always willing to help anyone in any way that she could. She was loved by everyone that knew her especially her family. She will surely be missed by all. Thank you to the caring and compassionate staff of Charles H. Morris Nursing Facility, Allderdice Unit. There will be no visiting hours at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saint Stephen Parish Church, 5115 Second Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15207, Friday morning, January 12, 2018, at 10 a.m. Arrangements by the JOHN D. O'CONNOR AND SON FH, 5106 Second Ave., Pgh., PA 15207, 412-521-8116 Patrick Vereb, F.D. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GROVES DONNA LEE DONNA LEE GRO...
GROVES DONNA LEE Donna Lee Groves, 82, of Chicora, PA, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at the home of her friend. She was born November 18, 1935 in Grove City, PA, the daughter of George K. and Violet Mae (Eisenhuth) Groves. Donna graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in English Literature. For many years, she was a teacher and administrator for the School for the Deaf in Albuquerque, NM, and served as the director of the preschool at the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf until her retirement. In her free time, she enjoyed reading and watching sports. She is survived by her dear friends and care givers Ella and Paul Baker, and several cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Robert Groves. Family and friends will be received from 1-4p.m. on Sunday, January 14, 2018 at BAUER-HILLIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC. 102 Argyle Street, Petrolia, PA, where funeral services will follow at 4 p.m. with the Pastor Mark Wallace officiating. Private burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Chicora, Pennsylvania. Contributions may be made in Donna's honor to a Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, 300 E. Swissvale Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218. Arrangements are being handled by Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. To leave a condolence for Donna's family, visit www.bauerhillisfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BROWN ROBERT R. AGE 76, OF NOR...
BROWN ROBERT R. Age 76, of North Huntingdon, on Fri., Jan. 12, 2018, in the Transition Care Center, North Huntingdon. Born Dec. 3, 1941, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Robert E. and Elizabeth M. (Buckwalter) Brown. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a courier for FedEx. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin and a veteran of the Navy. Loving wife of 50 years, Christine M. (Coppolella) Brown; father of Robert P. (Polly) Brown of NC, Jeannine (Ron) Gray, of North Huntingdon; three grandchildren, Rylie Brown, Jonathan and Tyler Gray. Friends will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mon. at the OTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 805 Pennsylvania Ave., Irwin. A Blessing Service will be held 10 a.m. Tues. in the funeral home. The family suggests in lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Association, 1100 Liberty Avenue, Suite E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. To send online condolences, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SKLENAR MARGARET ANN "PEG" (RO...
SKLENAR MARGARET ANN "PEG" (ROSENBERGER) Of Turtle Creek, age 86, died on Thursday, January 11, 2018. Beloved mother of Terrence and Andrew Sklenar, both of North Braddock; loving grandmother of Sean (Angie) Sklenar of North Braddock; proud great-grandmother of Logan and Noelle; sister of Mary Lou Eldridge of CA, Jack (Madeline) Rosenberger of Penn Hills and the late Elizabeth Jane Pelesky. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Peg was a retired sales associate with the cosmetic department of J.C. Penney in Monroeville Mall and she was a member of the Wilkins Twp. Seniors. Friends are welcome on Monday from 4-7 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, TURTLE CREEK / MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek 412-823-9350, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 6:30 p.m. Peg will be laid to rest privately in Penn Lincoln Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CARDER-JACQUEL DELORES M. (KER...
CARDER-JACQUEL DELORES M. (KERNAN) Passed on Thursday, January 11, 2018, age 74, of Perrysville, Ross Township. Beloved wife of the late Edwin Carder and Edmond Jacquel; mother of Sandy (Raymond) Black, Deborah (Gary) Deem and Amy (Jeff) Rapp; stepmother of Edmond C.(Bonnie) Jacquel III, Noreen (Wayne) Danowski, Brian Jacquel and John (Kelly) Jacquel; sister of Helen Gavulic and the late Bernice Fenskie, John Kernan and James Kernan; also survived by 18 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Delores worked at Fashion Bug and enjoyed family, life, and the Pittsburgh Penguins. Family will welcome friends Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 388 Center Ave., West View 15229. Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Sebastian Catholic Church. Please pay tribute at: www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ZELEZNIK EVA J. AGE 101, OF DU...
ZELEZNIK EVA J. Age 101, of Duquesne, wife of the late John Zeleznik, died Jan. 8, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Maximillion and Anna (Purgaric) Wandrey. She is survived by her daughters, Roberta (Michael) Robbe of Export and Patricia (John) Hornyak of Wallingford, CT; grandchildren, George (Kathy) and Mark (Nancy) Hornyak; great-grandchildren, Jack, Julia, Nathan, Bailey and Cole; brother-in-law, G. Richard Misenhelter; also many nieces and nephews. Eva was a very active member of St. John Mark Lutheran Church in Homestead. A memorial service will be held Feb. 3, 2018, at St. John Mark Lutheran Church at 2:00 p.m. Funeral arrangements by TEICHART - GRACAN FUNERAL HOME, Duquesne. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the church in Eva's memory. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEWART DIANE F. AGE 73, OF VE...
STEWART DIANE F. Age 73, of Venetia, passed away Friday, January 12, 2018, at ManorCare in McMurray. She was born October 21, 1944, in McKeesport; a daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret Beisler Cook. Mrs. Stewart was employed as the office manager for her husband, Dr. Charles E. Stewart, D.D.M., in Charleroi. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Finleyville and enjoyed gardening and traveling, especially to visit friends in Germany. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are two brothers, William (Phyllis) and John (Charmaine) Cook, both of White Oak; a sister, Carol (Charles) Campbell of West Newton; and many nieces and nephews. Deceased are a brother, Thomas Cook, Jr.; and a sister, Elsie Danzuso. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at KEGEL FUNERAL HOME, INC., Tim P. Kegel, supervisor, David P. Kegel, director, 3560 Washington Avenue, in Finleyville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 16, 2018, at St. Francis Church in Finleyville. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Carroll Township. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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