GIVENS ROGER LEE Of Crafton, formerly of Charlottesville, VA, on Friday, November 6, 2015. Beloved husband of Cynthia and the late Alise Smith Givens; loving father of Roger Lee Givens, Jr., Patricia Walton, Constance Barbour, Michael, Jeffrey and Pamela Givens, Henry Fields III, Ulrussell Johnson, Angela Estes, Reginald and Roderick Givens, Robbin Wilson and Ronda Givens; brother of Carrie Minor, Thelma Quarles, and the late Millard Filmore Givens, Emily Shaw, Dallas Givens and Rosetta Rodriguez; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Per his request, there will be no visitation or service. Professional Services trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, LTD., Blawnox. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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EMERY DENNIS AGE 56, OF PITTSB...
EMERY DENNIS Age 56, of Pittsburgh, on November 7, 2015. Husband of Karl Heinz Jullien; brother of Duane Kevin Emery and Marcie Lynn (Christopher) Ortmann. Mr. Emery was a talented hairdresser working various fashion shows. He also loved to travel. He will surely be missed by Riley, Bailey, and LuLu his beloved dogs. No calling hours are planned. Local arrangements by the JOHN D. O'CONNOR AND SON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5106 Second Avenue, 15207, 412-521-8116. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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COATES SAUNDRA R. PEACHES AG...
COATES SAUNDRA R. PEACHES Age 52, of the Hill District, passed away on November 8, 2015. Daughter of Dorothy J. Benjamin Cornish; sister of Ronald Coates of Seattle, WA, Krystal Cornish of Baltimore, MD, Kevin Winston of Pgh., PA and the late Tara Coates; devoted aunt of Ebonee, K'Vaughn and Kimora; also survived by a host of aunts uncles, cousins and many friends. Visitation on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015, from 4-8 p.m. at the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave. Funeral Service on Friday, Nov. 13, 2015, at 11 a.m. at Central Baptist Church, 2200 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Interment Allegheny Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PEIRCE JOSEPH H. JOE AGE 96,...
PEIRCE JOSEPH H. JOE Age 96, of Country Meadows, formerly of Bethel Park, died on Friday, November 6, 2015. He was born on September 27, 1919, in Philadelphia, PA, a son of the late John and Grace (Burns) Peirce. He was a 1938 graduate of Frankford High School and a 1961 graduate of Drexel University with a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering. Joe worked for RCA from 1941 until 1982 with a break for military service in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was married for 71 years to Dorothy "Dot" Peirce, who passed away in December 2013. He was the father of Joan Bell, Deborah Pietras, Robert Peirce, and Lois Marquardt; cherished grandfather of Fran Bell, Chip Bell, Christine Wilkens, Shawn Bell, John Bell, Robert Marquardt, and Brett Marquardt; great-grandfather of Christopher Krebs, Angelea Krebs, Garrett Bell, Asheley Bell, Brady Bell, and Devin Bell. Friends will be received from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Friday in BEINHAUER FUNERAL HOME, 2828 Washington Road, McMurray (724-941-3211). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Louise de Marillac Church. Interment will be in the Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the United Service Organizations at (uso.org). Please add tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MINNICI NICHOLAS AGE 85, OF UP...
MINNICI NICHOLAS Age 85, of Upper St. Clair, died on Thursday, October 29, 2015. He was the beloved husband of Angeline M. (Macri) Minnici for 62 years; beloved son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Ierfino) Minnici; loving father of Stephen V. Minnici; cherished grandfather of Alexander J. and Isabella R. Minnici. A Memorial Mass will be held in St. Thomas More Church, Bethel Park, on Saturday, November 14, 2015, at 10 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to FREYVOGEL - SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, Bethel Park (412-835-1860). www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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GROSS WALTER SCOTT 2/19/1894 ~...
GROSS
WALTER SCOTT
2/19/1894 ~ 4/8/1981
Dear Daddy, every 11th of November, Armistice Day, I remember how important this date was to you, Uncle Ed,
Dr. Curran, Mr. Curtis,
Mr. Rafferty and to all the American Legion Post 540 WWI veterans. I know you all loved your country and stopped your university studies and all endeavors to fulfill your patriotic duty.
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BAILEY CHARLENE ANN CHAR AG...
BAILEY CHARLENE ANN CHAR Age 68, of Scott Township, PA, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2015. Born on August 28, 1947, in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joan and Rege Griesbaum. The ceramic community lost a great teacher and loving person after a tough three and a half year battle with cancer. Beloved wife of 47 years to Jack; devoted mother of Lisa; sister to MaryLou, Shirley, Carole, Rege, Ricky and Rob; plus many nephews and nieces. We want to thank all the nurses, doctors, and people who were so kind during this difficult journey. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2015, from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at CREMATION & FUNERAL CARE, 3287 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in Char's name. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OSWALD JAMES R. III 1/11/49 ~ ...
OSWALD
JAMES R. III
1/11/49 ~ 11/11/65
You are still in our hearts and prayers after all these years.
Your Loving Family
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MARINO CATHERINE KAY WALSH C...
MARINO CATHERINE KAY WALSH Catherine Kay Walsh Marino, died at her home, in El Cajon, CA, on Nov. 5, 2015. She was 72 years old. Kay attended high school and was married at St. Elizabeth's in Baldwin, PA and worked briefly in Pittsburgh public schools before moving west. Kay worked for nearly 40 years in public schools where, as a speech and language pathologist, she devoted herself to helping children to learn and grow. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Leonard; and her three children, Jesse, Daniel and Catherine; her grandchildren, Nicolas and Luca; and her brother, John. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Twyla Walsh; and her brother, Tom. Service to be held at the Church of St. Luke in El Cajon on Nov. 13, 2015, at 10 a.m. For additional info, visit: http://goo.gl/1jBx1E. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KLINE Dr. STUART N. Surrounded by his loving family, Dr. Kline passed away peacefully in his home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on November 10, 2015. Dr. Stuart N. Kline was born in Johnstown, PA in 1931 to the late Dr. Harry and Sarah Kline and was brother of the late Iris Rotman. Dr. Kline was the loving husband to the late Frani Zimmerman Kline and Clara Jeanne Cooper Kline. He is survived by his three children, Aaron Kline, Jani Kline Singer and Debra Kline Demchak (William); and five grandchildren, Emily, Sam, Tyler, Jack and Sydney. He is also survived by his longtime companion and loving caregiver, Rosa (Oshy) Chavez. Stuart attended Westmont Upper Yoder High School where he lettered in basketball, baseball, track, and football and distinguished himself as a National Merit Scholar. Upon graduation, Stuart attended the University of Pittsburgh on a football scholarship, and played for the Panthers from 1949-1952. While playing football, Stuart obtained both his B.S. and D.D.S. His post-graduate work, also completed at the University of Pittsburgh, was in oral and maxillofacial surgery. In 1955, Stuart joined the oral surgery practice of Sydney Spatz and Harold Zubrow. He practiced at many hospitals in the Pittsburgh area, most notably Montefiore Hospital where he earned a reputation as both an educator and a surgeon. In 1971, desiring to return to academia, Stuart joined the University of Miami School of Medicine/Jackson Memorial Hospital as the Chief of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery where he was affectionately known as "The Professor". As a trauma surgeon, he built one of the premier centers in the country for training in OMS. He educated more than 100 residents from around the world in his 35 years of service. During his tenure at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Stuart pioneered many new procedures, becoming an innovator in his field. In 2004, he received the Presidential Achievement Award from the AAOMS and in 2006 the Donald B. Olsen Award for Outstanding Educator. Stuart also served on the medical staff for the Miami Hurricanes football team. In 1983, Stuart was awarded the Pitt Varsity Letterman of Distinction for his accomplishments both on and off the field. He later established a scholarship at Pitt to support an offensive lineman who demonstrates academic excellence. In 2011, he had the honor of being inducted into the Jewish Sports Hall of Fame of Western Pennsylvania. During his career, Dr. Kline was adamant that good health care was a basic right for everyone. He dedicated himself to providing for people who could not afford the care they needed; always ensuring that the care they received was of an exceptional standard. These principles of fairness and justice were woven into his life's work of caring for others. Later in his career, after the onslaught of the AIDS crisis in health care, he dedicated himself to Aids research, treating patients with respect and dignity. He spent many hours researching the pathology of AIDS and how it affected one's overall health. He worked diligently to develop a framework for the managed care of AIDS patients. Throughout Dr. Kline's life, he had a great love for fishing that took him to many countries, often exchanging professional surgical services for the secret to the best local fishing spot. He shared his love of fishing with his residents, friends and family. When he wasn't fishing, he was often found on a golf course in his earlier years and later at the bridge table. He loved sharing these pastimes with his many friends, both old and new. As former Chief and current faculty member of the OMS residency program at the University of Miami Miller School Of Medicine, Dr. Kline's reputation for attention to detail in all aspects of patient care helped develop a department that is respected throughout the medical school and Jackson Memorial Hospital. To his residents, he was "the Professor," a consummate educator and an exceptional mentor whose dicta "eliminating the variables, paying attention to detail; and meticulous handling of soft tissues" were carried with them when they entered practice. So positively have his dicta impacted his residents that many of them now want to give back to their specialty through leadership roles in AAOMS. Dr. Kline earned his DMD degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dentistry and completed his OMS residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Hospitals. He was Professor Emeritus of Surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. The Department of Surgery provides specialized surgical training to residents and fellows, as well as medical education to junior and senior medical students. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons are the surgical specialists of the dental profession, specifically trained to repair injuries to the mouth, face and jaws. After four years of dental school, oral and maxillofacial surgeons complete four or more years of hospital-based surgical residency training that may include rotations through related medical fields, including internal medicine, general surgery, anesthesiology, emergency medicine and other medical and surgical specialty services. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2015, at 1 p.m. at Rodef Shalom Temple, 4905 Fifth Avenue (at Morweood). Visitation one half hour prior to Services at Temple (12:30 - 1 p.m.) Shiva to follow at the home of Debra and William Demchak 3-8 p.m. On December 13, 2015, a Memorial will also be held at Temple Beth Sholom in Miami Beach, Florida at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the The University of Pittsburgh Department of Athletics to support the Stuart N. Kline Football Scholarship, P.O. Box 7436, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com. 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MASTROIANNI VICTOR T. AGE 93, ...
MASTROIANNI VICTOR T. Age 93, of Trafford, passed away on Veterans Day November 11, 2015, in the Golden Heights Personal Care in Penn Twp. Victor was born on July 5, 1922, in Trafford, the son of the late Angelo and Josephine (Valentine) Mastroianni. Victor was retired as a Group Leader in the Westinghouse Electric Trafford, a veteran of WWII serving with Company C, 99th Infantry Division as a Sharpshooter and Hand-to- Hand Combat Trainer and a lifelong member of the St. Regis Church Trafford. Victor also owned and operated the former V & M Lounge in Trafford for 26 years. Victor was preceded in death by his wife, Irene (Gabella) Mastroianni; his siblings, James J., Mike and John Mastroianni, Angeline Mendicino, Agatha Trafficante, Elizabeth DeFrank, Mary Petrucci, Margaret Vaccaro and Pauline Vaccaro. Victor is survived by his children, James Mastroianni (Cynthia) and Vikki Lathom (Bradley), both of Penn Twp.; his grandchildren, Bradley and Michael Lathom, James, Jr. and Nicholas Mastroianni; great- grandchildren, Isabella and Anthony Lathom, Angelo and Mia Mastroianni and Enzo Mastroianni; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends will be received on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the JOHN M. DOBRINICK FUNERAL HOME, INC., 702 7th St. (St. Rt. 130), Trafford. Parting Prayers will be at 9 a.m. Saturday followed by a Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. in the St. Regis Church with Fr. David Nazimek as celebrant. Entombment with military honors will follow in the New St. Joseph Mausoleum, N. Versailles. www.dobrinickfhinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PIERCE LEON KEVIN ON TUESDAY, ...
PIERCE LEON KEVIN On Tuesday, October 27, 2015, Leon Kevin Pierce, age 54, of East Pittsburgh, PA. He is survived by his brothers and sisters, Earl Robinson, Tony Pierce, Melvin Walker, Eric Bradford, Gloria Pierce, Saterra Walker, Brandi Hoye and Janet Moses; aunts, uncles and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. on November 13, 2015, at WATTS MEMORIAL CHAPEL,808 Talbot Avenue, Braddock, PA 15104. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2015, at 11 a.m. at Living Water Ministry, 736 Washington Avenue, Braddock, PA 15104. Interment Private. Services entrusted to Watts Memorial Chapel, 808 Talbot Avenue, Braddock, PA 15104. (412) 271-3880. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SHORT MARGARET A. PEGGY (MCC...
SHORT MARGARET A. PEGGY (McCAFFERY) Of Bridgeville, on Wednesday, November 11, 2015. Wife of the late Jack; beloved mother of Lori (the late John) Martin; grandmother of Shannon Martin; sister of Ethel Matwiczyk, Richard and the late William and Charles McCaffery. Visitation and services are private at the request of the family. Interment will be in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, INC., 1065 Brookline Blvd., 412-561-0380. www.deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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ANDREWS BRUCE J. AGE 86, ON W...
ANDREWS BRUCE J. Age 86, on Wednesday, November 11, 2015, of Baldwin Borough. Husband of Eleanor J. (Bernarding) Andrews; father of David B. (Tracy) Andrews and Karen Jo Andrews (Mike Garwon); grandfather of Kathleen Andrews and Brittany (Zac) Paul; great-grandfather of Bruce and Larkin; brother of the late Ron Henigin. Visitations Friday 2-8 p.m. at the BORON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1719 Brownsville Road. Funeral Prayers on Saturday at 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Wendelin Church at 10 a.m. Bruce was a member of the American Legion Post 935 for over 50 years and the Telephone Pioneers of America. If desired, donations should be made to American Legion Post 935. www.BoronFuneralHome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SLATER BETTY ANN ON NOVEMBER 1...
SLATER BETTY ANN On November 10, 2015, age 78, of Munhall. Beloved wife of the late Melvin Slater; loving mother of Jeff (Kathy) Slater of West Mifflin; cherished grandmother of Becky and Katie; sister of Nancy Long of Newark, DE and the late Edward Walls, Robert Walls and Marion Urasek. Betty Ann was a member of Homestead Park United Methodist Church. Her family would like to thank Betty Ann's extended family at Arden Courts for all of the special care that she received. Friends received on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3511 Main Street, Munhall, 15120 (412-461-6394), where Services will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to The Western Pennsylvania Humane Society, 1101 Western Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Please share your memories and condolences at georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MILLER DENNIS J. AGE 62, OF RO...
MILLER DENNIS J. Age 62, of Ross Township, formerly of Millvale, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2015, with his wife by his side, after fighting kidney cancer for nine-and-a-half years. He was the son of the late William A. and Esther Miller of Millvale. Marrying his "High School Sweetheart", Ruth Ann Miller in 1979, Dennis leaves behind his beloved wife of 36 years. He was also the proud and loving father of his children, Lori Ruth Mascara (Jerry) and Brian Dennis Miller (Alyssa) and his first grandchild, Dawson Phillip Mascara. Dennis also leaves behind a brother, William A. Miller (Marlene); two nieces, Gina Miller (Deb Parise) and Reneé Farrell; a nephew, William Robert Miller, a great-nephew, Miller Farrell; and a great- niece, Fallon Farrell, all of Florida. Other beloved include his mother-in-law, Dorothy Labas (the late Leonard); in-laws, Daniel Labas (Pam), Jim Labas (Jan), Karen Plakosh (the late Greg A. Plakosh); and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by many dear friends. Denny was a 1971 graduate of Millvale High School. He lettered in football and was an accomplished trumpet player in the band, performing with the District Band of Westmoreland County. Earning a "Senatorial Scholarship" to the University of Pittsburgh, he double majored in psychology and political science and graduated in 1975. He received his Juris Doctorate from Duquesne University School of Law in 1978 where he earned the award of "Outstanding Advocate in the Appellate Moot Court 1977-1978." A practicing attorney for many years, Dennis also enjoyed being an entrepreneur, owning and operating many small businesses during his lifetime. Denny was an avid golfer, but he especially loved Pitt Panther Football and with his wife was a season ticket holder for many years. They enjoyed traveling with the Golden Panthers to see many games out-of-state. He and his wife were also Pittsburgh Penguins season ticket holders and patrons of the CLO and the Pittsburgh Symphony. Most of all, Denny's greatest passion was being a "Dad." He took pride in supporting his children's athletic and academic endeavors over the years. He delighted in being an involved "Cheer Dad," never missed a dance recital or basketball game, and was an devoted supporter of his son's baseball career through college. Recently, nothing was more fulfilling than becoming a "Granddad" and making memories with his new grandson, Dawson. Denny was an inspiration to everyone who crossed his path, especially during his last decade fighting cancer. His courageous battle was fueled by his yearning for additional time with family and by his love for life. Friends received Saturday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m., and Sunday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the HAHN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 123 North Ave., Millvale. All are welcome to a Memorial Service on Monday at 12 o'clock at Christ Lutheran Church, 917 Evergreen Ave., Millvale. Burial will be private. Please direct donations to support cancer research at the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute, or to the Family Hospice at Canterbury Place. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RAUBER KAREN E. (BROWN) AGE 55...
RAUBER KAREN E. (BROWN) Age 55, of the South Hills, on November 10, 2015. Loving wife of the late Gary; cherished mother of Jason; beloved daughter of the late Don Brown and Elaine Hutchison; dear sister of Ron Brown, Linda Sparks (Tim) and Donna Gornick (Scott); loving companion of Mike Tschudi; treasured niece, aunt, cousin and friend of many. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Forbes Hospice at West Penn Hospital, Pgh., PA. Friends received Sat. from 2 p.m. until the 4 p.m. Memorial Service at BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC., 600 Dunster St., Pgh., PA 15226, 412-343-1506 or www.ballfc.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PANNIER CAROLYN P. PAT AGE 8...
PANNIER CAROLYN P. PAT Age 84, of Scott Twp., on Wednesday, November 11, 2015. Daughter of the late Charles and Jessie (Reitz) Croft; wife of the late John H. Pannier; beloved sister of Christine (Ron) Bruscemi and Sister in Heart, Karen Croft and the late Richard, Charles, Jr., Robert and Clifford Croft; dear aunt of seven nieces and nephews; and 17 great-nieces and nephews. Pat retired from IKM Architects where she had worked as a secretary for several years. Nicknamed the Queen by her father for her grace and dignity, Pat will be missed by all who knew her. Friends welcome Friday 2-4, 6-8 p.m. Friday, WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 412-563-2800, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp. 15220. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. Wallace Memorial Presbyterian, 1146 Greentree Rd., Pgh., PA 15220. In lieu of flowers, donations suggested to Wallace Memorial Presbyterian Church. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LESESNE JAMES E. AGE 86. PEACE...
LESESNE JAMES E. Age 86. Peacefully on November 9, 2015. Visitation Sunday 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the COSTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., East Liberty, where Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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HOCKSWENDER KATHIE AGE 66, OF ...
HOCKSWENDER KATHIE Age 66, of Mt. Lebanon, formerly of Erie, on Wednesday, November 11, 2015. Beloved wife of Bernie; loving mother of Griffin (Scott) Raasch, Travis Hockswender and the late Tyler Patrick Hockswender; dear sister of Allen (Beverly) Knox of Aurora, Ohio, John (Nancy) Knox of Erie, Jane Knox of Erie and the late Donald Knox of Erie; beloved sister-in-law to Anne McFeaters of Pittsburgh and Tim (Chris) Hockswender of New York; also survived by many remarkable nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Kathie will be missed by all who knew her and will be remembered by her warm heart and her first class taste in all she did in life. No public visitation. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Erie, PA. Arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 412-531-4000. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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