PISANO MICHELLE L. On Sunday, May 6, 2018, of South Side. Daughter of the late Josephine Breen and Patsy Zimbeilini; sister of Robert Lennon and sister of Raquel Aubrecht; aunt of Kayla Lennon. Friends received at the JOHN J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 119 S. 15th St., South Side on Saturday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 3 p.m. gmiterfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KLIMOVICH JOHN ROBERT, JR. AGE...
KLIMOVICH JOHN ROBERT, Jr. Age 72, of Advance, NC, formerly of Freedom, PA, and Freeport, NY, surrounded by his family and friends, on Tuesday, May 8, 2018. Beloved husband of Nancy (Newitt) Klimovich; father of Alisha (Eric) Schultze; brother of William (Judi) Klimovich and Donald (Diana) Klimovich; uncle of Brianne, Amy, Darci, and Ryan. John was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving in the Vietnam War. He was a member of the American Legion and V.F.W. Post 8719 in Advance, NC. John was a former business owner in the HVAC Industry. Family and friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, St. Augustine Church, on Monday at 12 noon. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KELLEHER WILLIAM THEODORE AGE ...
KELLEHER WILLIAM THEODORE Age 25, of Zelienople, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 7, 2018. Born June 18, 1992, in Virginia Beach, VA, Will was the adored son of John and Carol Kelleher; brother of Kevan Kelleher (Lauren Reppermund) and Jack Kelleher, all of Cranberry Twp.; and loving friend of Amber Martin and son, Colton, of Madison, PA. He leaves behind his maternal grandparents, Theodore V. Fekula and Geraldine K. Fekula of Nuevo, CA, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Will's paternal grandparents, William J. Kelleher and Catherine T. Kelleher of Belford, NJ, preceded him in death. Will was a much beloved son and a devoted brother; an entertaining character with a big heart. He worked hard to achieve his goals, but was also always there for us when we needed him; until now when we need him most. Will developed an opioid addiction which he struggled to keep in check while he completed his university degree in civil engineering and found work in this field he so enjoyed. He has now succumbed to this disease, and we now know a pain that has been flowing through our society like a malignant wave; a wave that must somehow be rolled back. With Will's passing, our world has lost an enormous ray of sunshine. Now, we will appreciate more the remaining rays. Family and friends are invited to a gathering on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at the BOYLAN - GLENN - KILDOO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SVCS., INC., 130 Wisconsin Ave., Cranberry Twp., PA 16066, from 4 p.m. until the time of a memorial service honoring Will's life at 7 p.m., during which family, friends and associates are encouraged to share their remembrances of Will. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Will's honor may be made to the Parents in Toto Autism Resource Center, 143 S. Main St., Zelienople, PA 16063; www.parentsintoto.org/ Expressions of sympathy may be shared with Will's family at: boylanfuneralservices.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MANLEY JOSEPHINE JOSIE THERE...
MANLEY JOSEPHINE JOSIE THERESA (CATANZARO) Born on October 16, 1930, in Pittsburgh, PA, to the late Angeline and Cosmo Catanzaro, passed away peacefully at age 87 on March 29, 2018, in Ft Myers, FL. She graduated from Indiana State Teachers College, Indiana, PA, in 1952. Always the adventurer, she taught Kindergarten with the Department of Defense Schools in Japan and Tripoli, Libya, where she met her Air Force husband, John. She was an Elementary School Teacher in Germany, Pittsburgh, and Maryland until retiring in 1980. Josephine was the beloved wife of the late Dr. John Hugo Manley. She was preceded in death by her dogs, Pippi, Shetan, and Penny. Josephine is survived by her sons, John D. Manley (Heidi Mathis) and Marc D. Manley (Dorcas); daughters, Lisa L. Manley and Michele A. Ferragut; brothers, Cosmo J. Catanzaro and David K. Catanzaro; sisters, Mary Jane Catanzaro and Constance J. Caputo; and grandchildren, Kristin Ashton, David Manley, Rebecca Manley, Alanna Manley, Alyssa Manley, Brandon Ferragut, Kennet Manley, and Callan Manley. Josephine loved collecting artisan dolls, quilting, basket weaving, crafts, playing bridge, and she was a gourmet chef. Those who were fortunate to taste her spaghetti sauce or pheasant under glass never forgot it. She was a prayer group member and coordinated the Saturday evening gathering meal at Iona-Hope Episcopal Church and helped manage the church's thrift store, One More Time. Donations in Josephine's name to Iona-Hope Episcopal Church are welcome and appreciated. Ever the energizer bunny, Josie lived a full life, living, loving, traveling and teaching around the world. Her generous heart, giving spirit and infectious smile brought great joy to her family, her friends, her students and to all who knew her. She especially loved all of her grandchildren. While we will miss her, we know she is planning the next big feast in Heaven, reunited with John. Friends and family can pay their respects at the Memorial Service, officiated by Rev. Suzy Post, on Saturday, May 12, 2018, from 10-11 a.m. at Iona-Hope Episcopal Church, 9650 Gladiolus Dr., Fort Myers, FL, 33908. Following the service, a reception will be held at the church, followed by inurnment at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens. The funeral home will be FORT MYERS MEMORIAL GARDENS, 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, (239) 936-0555. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WEINREB GLORIA (BERGER) AGE 90...
WEINREB GLORIA (BERGER) Age 90, passed away peacefully in her home in Brookline, MA, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA on May 9, 2018. Gloria, fondly known as Goldie, was born in Irshava, Czechoslovakia in 1927 to parents, Samuel and Leah Berger. Goldie lost her immediate family in the Holocaust, but, following the war, she reconnected with her childhood sweetheart, Sam Weinreb, also a survivor, whom she married and began a family within McKeesport, PA. Goldie and Sam celebrated their 68th anniversary this past year. Throughout her life, Goldie was deeply committed to her family and community. In addition to her work as a seamstress, Goldie was an active member of the Tree of Life Synagogue in White Oak, PA; an avid baker, and a devoted mother. She is survived by her husband, Sam; her children, Stewart and Linda; and her granddaughter, Hannah. Throughout her life, Goldie overcame adversity to build a life of purpose and meaning, and taught all who met her about the resilience of the human spirit. She will be remembered for her generosity, her cheesecake, and her compassion. Memorial donations may be made to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 100 Raul Wallenberg Pl., SW, Washington, DC 20024. (https://donate.ushmm.org. Arrangements by BREZNIAK - RODMAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, Newton, MA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BERRILLO CARMELLA A. AGE 62, O...
BERRILLO CARMELLA A. Age 62, of Sheraden, unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 9, 2018, with her family by her side. Beloved wife of Joseph White; dear mother of April Stark, Tammy (Butch) Hellmann, and Robert Stark; six grandchildren, three great- grandchildren; sister of Pasquale and Joseph Berrillo, Jr.; also survived by nieces and nephews. Mella was the life of the party and was known to everybody as MeMa. She will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her. Visitation SATURDAY ONLY 12-4 p.m. at the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. The Funeral Service will be held after visitation Saturday at 5 p.m. in Trinity A.M.E. Zion Church, 3105 Allendale St., Pgh. 15204 (everyone please meet at church). schepnermcdermott.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ABAD ALINA AGE 51, ON MAY 8, 2...
ABAD ALINA Age 51, on May 8, 2018. Survived by her parents, three siblings, ten nieces and nephews, 12 great-nieces and nephews and many friends. Memorial service to be held Saturday, May 12, 2018, at 3 p.m. in Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 325 Lowenhill Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Arrangements entrusted to RJ SLATER IV FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, New Kensington, 724-335-0100. www.rjslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BISBEY JANET B. (HERBEL) AGE 6...
BISBEY JANET B. (HERBEL) Age 62, of Mt. Washington, on Wednesday, May 9, 2018. Loving mother of Thomas J. Bisbey III (Jamie) and Heather Padilla (Felix); grandmother of Ryan and Clela Bisbey, Olivia and Felicia Padilla and the late Caitlin Bisbey; sister of Ruth Lynn Windsor, Jane A. Brannigan (Kenneth, Jr.) and the late Rodger P. Herbel; aunt of Kelli R. Brannigan Gaertner (Arthur) and Kenneth R. Brannigan III; great-aunt of Carlee J. Brannigan and Kaden. Friends and family are invited to meet at the BRUSCO - FALVO FUNERAL HOME, INC., 214 Virginia Ave., Mt. Washington (412 381-2323) for a Blessing Service at 1 p.m. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association National Direct Response Headquarters, 1200 Hosford St., Suite 101 Hudson, WI 54016-9316. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MACKEY-WOODS CAROLYNN G. CAROL...
MACKEY-WOODS CAROLYNN G. Carolynn G. Mackey-Woods transitioned to Our Father's Heavenly Home on Monday, May 7, 2018. She was the daughter of the late James Henry Mackey and Delores Justine Browne; the sister of Donald L. Mackey, James R. Mackey, and Beverly L. Mackey of the Hill District. She is a retired nurse from Western Pennsylvania Hospital and the Pittsburgh Cancer Center. Carolynn was a member of Monumental Baptist Church. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Thomas L. Woods; her daughter, Dr. Lason Mackey-Hines; grandchildren: Lenzy Mackey-Hines, Lorenzo Hines, Brittiny Hines, and Ryan Aubrey; her great- grandchildren: Carter and Kenzy Mackey; sisters-in-law, Olivia Mackey and Rev. Barbara Gunn; mother-in-law, Grace Lynn; and a host of nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins, and close friends. Visitation Monday, May 14, 2018, from 3-7 p.m. in the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219 with repast following at the Calvary Baptist Church from 6-9 p.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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IWANONKIW KATHERINE (DZIADYK) ...
IWANONKIW KATHERINE (DZIADYK) Age 89, on Wednesday, May 9, 2018, of Baldwin, formerly of South Side. Beloved wife of the late John; mother of Raymond (Shirl), John W. and the late Terry; grandmother of Jamylee Murray, Nicole and Joshua Iwanonkiw, Rachel (Steve) Rovnak, Ray, Jr. (Carrie) and Brian (Marlayna) Iwanonkiw, Amy (Shane) Checkan, Dana (Zach), Amanda (Jim) and Stephanie (Will) Iwanonkiw and the late Jessie Iwanonkiw; also survived by many great- grandchildren; sister of John (Hilda) Dziadyk and the late Nick (survived by Jenny) and Walter (survived by Katherine) Dziadyk; aunt of John, Steve and John Dziadyk and their families. Katherine was a loving and caring person and a devout Christian. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Friday from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Saturday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Apostles Parish, St. Albert the Great Church at 10:30. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OLIVANI FELIX SAM AGE 75, OF...
OLIVANI FELIX SAM Age 75, of Bethel Park, passed away on May 9, 2018. Beloved husband of Valerie (Wagner) Olivani; father of Lori (Mike) O'Brien and Lynn Straub; grandfather of Liam, Olivia, and Emma; brother of Loretta (Olivani) Zak; uncle of Dr. Paula Johnson and Edward Zak; and son of the late Felix and Pauline (Kaskey) Olivani. Sam was the former owner of Sammy O's for 21 years, as well as a former coal miner for Montour #4. He was also an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. Family and friends will be received on Saturday from 4-8 p.m. and Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Pleasant Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Germaine's Church. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Park. Condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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TATE ELIZABETH L. BETTY (EH...
TATE ELIZABETH L. BETTY (EHRENBERGER) Peacefully on May 9, 2018, at the age of 91. Betty was formerly of Spring Hill and a resident of Valencia. Wife of the late Frederick M. Tate; loving mother of Donna (Peter) Peduzzi, Terry (Clay) Fuller and Jeff (Jackie) Tate; devoted grandmother of Trina, Peter, Casie, Emily, Keegan, Alex, Ethan and Cody. She is also survived by eight great- grandchildren. Friends will be received Sunday 2-6 p.m. at SPERLING FUNERAL HOME, 700 Blazier Dr., McCandless Twp. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Catherine of Sweden Church Monday at 9:30 a.m. Remembrances may be left at: www.sperlingfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CRISE THOMAS R. AGE 71, OF CRA...
CRISE THOMAS R. Age 71, of Crafton, on May 10, 2018. Loving husband of Marcia (Schad); beloved son of the late Lois (Pirl); cherished father of Mary, Jeff (Diane), Brian (Ashley), Chad (Teressa) and Justin; adoring grandfather of five; treasured uncle, cousin and friend of many. Tom was an avid outdoorsman and loved spending time with his family. Services private. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PENNINGTON RAYMOND G., SR. AGE...
PENNINGTON RAYMOND G., Sr. Age 78, of Murrysville, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 9, 2018. Beloved husband for 54 years of Evelyn (Scott) Pennington; loving father of Raymond G. (Sandra) Pennington, Jr.; brother of the late Floyd, Herb, Lem, Richard, June, Helen and Earl; brother-in-law of Tony and Lorraine Silvio, Chuck and Donna Scott and Bob and Charlotte Scott. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday at MAURICE L. KNEE, LTD. FUNERAL HOME, 7663 Saltsburg Rd. (across from S & T Bank), Plum, PA 15239. Interment will follow in Plum Creek Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WARNER CLAUDIA JANE Of Wilkins Twp., age 69, on Thursday, May 10, 2018. Loving mother of Michael (Dana) Kramer; cherished grandmother of Jane Kramer; brother of Robert K. (Janet) Warner and Deborah A. (David) Finner; aunt of Nicolas W. (Miranda Burkhamer) Nogoda and Stacey N. Warner; beloved best friend of Joyce (Mark) Trew. Claudia was an animal lover and an avid reader. She was working her way through reading all the Pulitzer Prize winning books. Claudia was a charitable person, who cared for others, she was an avid Pittsburgh Pirates Fan. Friends welcome Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800, where a Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community, 2700 Jane St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GILBERT DEBORAH M. DEBBIE DE...
GILBERT DEBORAH M. DEBBIE Deborah Meryl Gilbert, age 62, of Mt. Lebanon, passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2018, at Family Hospice, Mt. Lebanon, surrounded by her family. Born April 10, 1956, in Pittsburgh, Debbie was the daughter of Eileen Schwartz (nee Gherman) and the late Paul Becker. After graduating from Penn State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, she worked as an artist and illustrator before dedicating herself to raising her two children. Debbie was driven and fortified by her faith in God, a fixture in her church and anchor of her regular Bible study group for decades. Her faith was the means by which she led a full and productive life despite a 27-year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. The scores of friends and caregivers who assisted Debbie over the years were moved by her unfailing kindness, humor and dignity, frequently insisting that she helped them as much or more than they helped her. She overcame the limitations of her illness to impact a remarkable number of lives. A beloved friend and devoted wife, mother, sister and daughter, she will be remembered and missed by her husband of 38 years, who lovingly referred to her as "Queenie"; her two sons, Matt Gilbert (Aleira Rolon-Colon) and Todd Gilbert; her mother; her sister, Judy Becker; her aunt, Hilda Goldhamer; her brother-in-law, Kalman Katz (Beryl); nieces and nephews, Sarah, Paul, and Emily Gold, Staci Anderson (Nick) and Michael Katz. She was preceded in death by her sister, Susan Katz. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 724-941-3211. Family and friends are welcome Saturday, 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Memorial service at 11 a.m., at The Bible Chapel, 300 Gallery Drive, McMurray, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Debbie's name to Chosen People Ministries (www.chosenpeople.com) or Pittsburgh Mercy's Operation Safety Net (www.pittsburghmercy.org). Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHILZER SHANAH MAE AGE 21, OF ...
CHILZER SHANAH MAE Age 21, of Baldwin, on May 7, 2018. Cherished daughter of Michael Chilzer and Virginia (Linneman); loving sister of Jay Chilzer and Chris L. McKenna; adored granddaughter of Barbara and Edward Chilzer and Jo-Ann Summerlin. Services held privately at BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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CHARLAP ROSE L. ROSE CHARLAP, ...
CHARLAP ROSE L. Rose Charlap, beloved wife of Charles, passed away peacefully after a long and full life. She was stately, charming, and had a great sense of humor and loved a good laugh and had many friends. After Rose retired from her job at Guardian Inc. in the accounting department, Rose worked tirelessly for meals on wheels. Rose loved babies, kids, and music: she could never get enough of Pittsburgh child phenom, Jackie Evancho. Rose's children, Diane and Alan survive her; as well as her grandchildren and great- grandchildren, and beloved nieces and nephews. A special shout out to nephew, Jay who brought her endless joy and cared for his Aunt Rose with tenderness and generosity and devotion in Pittsburgh and in Florida. A special thank you to Rose's loving and remarkable caregivers and best buddies, Marilyn Watson and Sharon Hepburn. And last but not least, a special appreciation for Rose's "knight in shining armour" Jim Wood. RIP. Please call RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., for service information at 412-621-8282. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OFCHINICK WILLIAM A. BILLY O...
OFCHINICK WILLIAM A. BILLY O, Jr. On Thursday, May 10, 2018, William A. Billy O Ofchinick, Jr., age 72, of North Versailles, entered life eternal with his loving family at his side. He was born in Braddock on May 1, 1946, to the late William and Elizabeth Brown Ofchinick. He is survived by his devoted wife, Barbara Lineman; his loving children, David of North Versailles, Christopher (Karen) of Jacksonville, Florida, Melissa (Clint) Scott of Butler and Amber Lynn (Michael) Sonick of Lower Burrell; ten grandchildren; three brothers, Richard, Jeffrey and Jordan Ofchinick; and five sisters, Linda McPherson, Dorothy Ofchinick-Dudley, Beverly Caputo, Ruthie Gibbons and Betty Ofchinick. Billy O was a graduate of Scott High School where he played football. He proudly served his country during the Vietnam War in the United States Navy. He was employed as an operating engineer for Local Union 66. Calling hours with the family will be on Friday, May 11, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., in the SCHLEIFER FUNERAL CHAPEL (412-271-1361), 534 Jones Avenue, North Braddock. A Blessing Service will be held in the funeral home at 10:00 0'clock a.m., Saturday, May 12, 2018. Burial will follow in Monongahela Cemetery next to his first wife, Joan Moxson Ofchinick, at which time full Naval Military Honors will be rendered. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WYNNE LAMONT, SR. AGE 63, OF G...
WYNNE LAMONT, Sr. Age 63, of Garfield. Unexpectedly on May 9, 2018. Visitation Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the St. James Episcopal Church, 11524 Frankstown Rd. 15235. Funeral Service will begin at 1 p.m. Professional services entrusted to COSTON FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 412-661-5916. costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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