LANG BRUCE R. Bruce passed suddenly on March 17, 2017 at the age of 61. He was a resident of West View. Bruce is survived by his niece, Kimberly Lang; nephew Scott Lang; sister-in-law Jacque Lang; and extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ann (Roman) and George Lang; and his brother, Robert Lang. Bruce was a graduate of North Hills HS and Robert Morris University. He retired in July 2016 from Allegheny County Administrative Services (Division of Computer Services) after 34 years of service. A memorial service will be held on April 15, 2017 at 10 a.m. in the North Hills Presbyterian Church, 100 Bellevue Ave., Pgh., PA 15229, where Bruce was a long time member. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations be made online or mailed to The Children's Institute, 1405 Shady Ave., Pgh., PA 15217. Arrangements entrusted to SPERLING FUNERAL HOME, MCCANDLESS TWP. Remembrances can be left at www.sperlingfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BRODERICK BETTY (HOLZWORTH) ON...
BRODERICK BETTY (HOLZWORTH) On Tuesday, February 21, 2017, Betty (Holzworth) Broderick, age 90, of Huntsville, AL, formerly of Peters Twp., passed away at the home of her daughter. Beloved wife of the late John Jack Broderick; treasured mother of Kimberly Doering, and the late Nikki Tippmann; grandmother of Jamie Jirari, Brandon Tippmann, Jaclyn Doering, and Kelsey Doering; great-grandmother of Ola and Malec Jirari, and David and Ava Tippmann; sister of Kerry Holzworth, and the late Clayton and Ronald Holzworth; aunt of many beloved nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at the GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5636 Brownsville Road, South Park Twp. (412) 655-4600 on Saturday, April 15, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. Condolences may be offered for the family at www.GriffithFH.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DOMER BERNADETTE MARY (GREER) ...
DOMER BERNADETTE MARY (GREER) Of South Heights, formerly of Cuddy, PA, passed on Sunday, April 2, 2017 at the age of 80. Daughter of the late John and Mary (Kacerik) Greer; loving wife of the late William B. Domer; beloved mother of William and Christopher Domer. A memorial mass of Christian burial will be announced at a later date. Services entrusted to SANVITO FUNERAL HOME, Coraopolis. 412-264-3050. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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STEVENS GAIL J. AGE 81, OF CAS...
STEVENS GAIL J. Age 81, of Castle Shannon on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. Beloved mother of Joyce Zilliot, Karen Jancel and the late Donald J. Stevens; sister of Phyllis Sabo and the late Gerry Yannone; aunt of Lori Scanlon, Steven Sabo and Greg Sabo. Gail loved people and animals. Service and inurment private. Arrangements by LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, INC. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WRIGHT JEAN KETTERING BORN JUL...
WRIGHT JEAN KETTERING Born July 20, 1938. Just as she lived her life, Jean Kettering Wright fought her battle with cancer with grace, a positive attitude, and a smile on her face. Jean died on April 8, 2017. She was predeceased by her parents, Kathryn Parker Kettering and Howard Vaughn Kettering, and her husband of almost 50 years, L. Alan Wright. She leaves behind her sister, Janet Parker Kettering; sister-in-law, Janet Wright Leonard (Al Gibbs); nephew, Paul Leonard; children, Beth (Elliot) Davis, and Bruce (Sheila) Wright; grandchildren, Lauren (Donnie), Austin (Joey), Wes (Ola), Alan (Sarah), Brett, and Meghan; step- grandchildren, Taylor and Nathan; her great- grandchildren, Kalli, Thomas, Liam; and a circle of close friends. Jean graduated from Wilkinsburg High School and Grove City College, and worked at Alcoa until she and Alan decided to begin their family. Thereafter, she devoted her life to her family. Jean was nurturing and supportive, she was energetic, she was a planner and an organizer, she was a grammar expert, and she was a great cook. We will remember her M&M cookies, trips to Loon Lake, and family dinners at her house. Jean was an active member of the South Hills Chorale; her 50 years of service to the Chorale was honored at their recent Winter Concert. The South Hills Chorale utilized Jean's organizational and leadership skills as she was their Business Manager for many years. Jean enjoyed traveling, especially her trips to Santa Fe each summer with Al, and more recently to Peru, and elsewhere, with her companion of two years, Bruce Cooper. Jean's self-proclaimed addiction for turquoise astounding. She was an expert photographer, particularly of her garden flowers. Jean said, when she decided to forego any further treatment for her terminal illness, "One day at a time." These words will be etched forever on her tombstone in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies; just as Alan's tombstone says, "Every day is a good day." This was how Jean and Alan lived their lives. These two phrases belong together, they complement each other; together, they are more powerful than either one alone. Similarly, Jean and Alan were meant to be together -- now they will be. Family and friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon on Wednesday 4-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel, Thursday 12:30 p.m. Interment to follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Memorial donations may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 501 Martindale St., Ste. 670, Pgh., PA 15212. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MROZ STANLEY A. STUSH AGE 84...
MROZ STANLEY A. STUSH Age 84, of North Huntingdon, died peacefully on Saturday, April 8, 2017, in the Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. He was born March 5, 1933, in Braddock, the son of Konstanty and Stephanie Mroz, he was one of seven children. He is survived by his sons, Ken (Linda) Mroz, of Greensburg and Rick (Andrea) Mroz, of North Huntingdon; his four grandchildren, David (Rebecca) Mroz, of Ashburn, VA, Jeff (Kathryn) Mroz, of New York, NY, Greg (Natalie) Mroz, of Lake Mary, FL and Amanda (Joe) Giacobbi, of North Huntingdon; and six great- grandchildren; as well as his sisters, Sophie Turzak, Leona Hertzog and Patricia Barker; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife of 53 years, Barbara (Jacko) Mroz; his brother, Constant Mroz; and sisters, Francis Krawczewicz and Irene Piech. Stush served in the Army during the Korean Conflict and worked for more than 30 years at US Steel Edgar Thomson Works as an instrument repairman and later in management. He was a charter member of the St. Agnes Athletic Association and an active member within the St. Agnes Parish. Stush was a devoted family man and husband, who was strong in his faith and had an avid love for hunting, camping and travel as well as a devoted fan to his grandchildren's many activities. Stush was known for his willingness to help others, an energetic polka step and his delicious homemade Polish bread which he loved to bake and share with family and friends. Friends will be received Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. at the OTT FUNERAL, INC., 805 Pennsylvania Avenue, Irwin. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30 a.m. Wednesday in the St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Interment will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery and Mausoleum, North Versailles. The family requests memorial donations may be made to Greensburg Central Catholic High School, 911 Armory Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601. To send online condolences, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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BUTLER ROBERT OF PITTSBURGH, O...
BUTLER ROBERT Of Pittsburgh, on Wednesday, April 5, 2017, Mr. Butler was the partner of Valerie Berroth; son of the late Hugh and Mildred Hernandez Butler; brother of Diane Scala (Ronald) of Mantua, OH; also survived by nieces and nephews. Celebrate Robert's life with his family on Monday from 1-4 p.m. at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp. The family respectfully suggests donations be made to help with final expenses at: www.permanfuneralhome.com/notices/Robert-Butler. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SKEEHAN SANDRA A. DODGE ON SAT...
SKEEHAN SANDRA A. DODGE On Saturday, April 8, 2017, age 71, of Gibsonia, Pine Twp., in the comfort of her home. Beloved wife of David Skeehan; loving mother of Veronica Skeehan Griffiths, Edward Skeehan (Kelly) and Matthew Skeehan (Jennifer); grandmother of Luke, Lauren, Lacie, Derek, Mikala and Logan. Sandra was a graduate of Penn State in 1970, where she met her husband. She then graduated from Kennesaw State University in Georgia with a Nursing Degree. She was a critical care nurse for 30 years. She was lovingly devoted to her family and her dogs. Friends received at the McDONALD - AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars, PA on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Blessing Services will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in Holy Savior Cemetery, Richland Twp. Memorials may be made to the Butler County Humane Society, 1015 Evans City Rd., Renfrew, PA 16053. Directions and condolences are available at: www.mcdonald-aeberli.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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DICICCO IRA J. JAMIE ON SUND...
DiCICCO IRA J. JAMIE On Sunday, April 9, 2017, after a long illness, from North Fayette. Beloved husband of 15 years to Kelly A. (Rossi) DiCicco; devoted father of Ethan; son-in-law of Kathy Rossi; brother-in-law of Heather Rossi. Jamie is survived by his many friends and family. Friends received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. A Blessing Service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to the family for Ethan's education. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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RICHARDSON DAVID THOMAS DAVID ...
RICHARDSON DAVID THOMAS David Thomas Richardson passed away unexpectedly on April 7, 2017, peacefully at his home. Tom was born on October 3, 1932, in Girard, Ohio to William and Virginia Richardson and grew up with his big brother, Bill. He graduated from Brentwood High School in Pittsburgh where he was a star athlete. Tom then attended Mt. Union College before serving as a Sergeant in the United States Army in Korea. After returning, he attended the University of Pittsburgh where he met his beautiful bride (which he told us all the time), Paula Catherine Taylor. Tom worked at Pittsburgh National Bank in Pittsburgh for a time before relocating the family to Levittown, Pennsylvania to work in management at United States Steel. He had been very happily retired for 25 years. Tom enjoyed traveling to Rome, Paris, the Greek Islands, London, Bermuda, the Caribbean, Mexico and New Orleans. He loved camping in Maine and especially annual summer vacations with the entire family at the shore. He was passionate about golf, loved to fish with his sons and loved hopping in the car for day trips. Tom married Paula on December 17, 1955, and they were married for 61 wonderful years. In addition to his wife, Tom is survived by his brother, William W. Richardson, from Columbus, NJ. Tom was a proud dad to his four children, Rebecca Malek-Miller (David), David Taylor Richardson (Christine), Thomas Wayne Richardson (Jennifer) and Catherine Bronwyn Holly (Eric); and grandfather of James E. Carber, Amanda E. Carber, Gregory E. Malek, Thomas T. Richardson, Paula A. Miller and Morgan B. Holly. He is also survived by his great- grandchildren, Nicholas, Braden, Trevor, McKenna, baby Caleb on the way; and his beloved dog, Cricket. Tom had many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. We will all miss him every day of our lives, may God bless him. Family and friends are invited to attend his Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, April 12, 2017, at Langhorne Presbyterian Church, 125 E. Gillam Ave., Langhorne. Interment will be held privately. There are NO CALLING HOURS. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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MCGREEVY HELEN EILEEN (EBBITT)...
McGREEVY HELEN EILEEN (EBBITT) Age 73, on April 5, 2017, formerly of West View. Daughter of the late Harry and Marion Ebbitt of Wilkinsburg; sister of Marilyn Daugherty, Esther Chapman, and the late Harry Ebbitt; two daughters, Sherry (Dave), Marion (Dean); five grandchildren; eight great- grandchildren. Private service for family. In lieu of flowers, donations asked to be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PROVENZANO ANDREW AGE 72, OF B...
PROVENZANO ANDREW Age 72, of Bethel Park, on Saturday, April 8, 2017. Beloved husband for 46 years of Jan (Donoghue) Provenzano; devoted father of Suzanne (Michael) Pitrusu; loving grandfather of Ainsley and Luke Pitrusu; brother of Benny (Patty) Provenzano, Teresa (Pete) Porco and Rose (John) Galaski; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Andrew was an avid golfer, Steelers fan and a very successful tailor. Friends will be welcomed at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mount Lebanon TUESDAY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Bernard Church, Wednesday morning at 10. Interment Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Family Hospice & Palliative Care, 50 Moffett Street, Pgh., PA 15243. laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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KOWALCZYK MARGARET AGE 91, LO...
KOWALCZYK MARGARET Age 91, longtime resident of the South Side, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 8, 2017. Wife of the late Joseph Joe Pepsi Kowalczyk; dear mother of Joseph Jr. (Holly), Stanley (Deborah) Kowalczyk and Christina (David) Treece; grandmother of Heather Barkley, Rachel Mallick, and Gregory Kowalczyk; great- grandmother of Ezekiel, Zephaniah, Jacob Barkley, Michael Mallick III and Caleb Mallick; sister of Elizabeth Fabyanic, Frank Young, Stephen Tuscic and Mary Bair. Friends received Tuesday 12-8 p.m. in THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral prayer Wednesday 9 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Adalbert Church, Prince of Peace Parish, at 10 a.m. Donations may be made to The Alzheimer Association, 1100 Liberty Ave., Suite E-201, Pgh., PA 15222. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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WOHLFEIL EDWARD C. AGE 71, OF ...
WOHLFEIL EDWARD C. Age 71, of Bloomfield, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Saturday, April 8, 2017. Survived by Sandy Wohlfeil; beloved father of Dina (the late Mario), Karin and Eddie (Missy) Wohlfeil; brother of Sally Carr, Nancy Rader and Donnie (Sara) Wohlfeil and the late Harry Wohlfeil and Bette Knigge; grandfather of Jonathan (Christine) and Christopher Mannella; also many nieces and nephews. Ed was a loving father, grandfather, coach and friend to all. Friends received Tuesday 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC, 4730 Friendship Ave., where a Blessing Service will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SIPE GEORGE F. MY LOVING HUSBA...
SIPE GEORGE F. My loving husband, George F. Sipe, age 74, of Avalon, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2017. Survived by his loving wife Rosemarie (Kellington) Sipe; beloved stepfather of Melissa Rose Gromek; loving father of Georgette (Shawn) Corliss and Laura (Chad) Trehar; also survived by eight grandchildren, Audrey McEuen, Erilyn, David and Abigail Corliss and Rebekah, Collin, Eric and James Trehar. Also survived by a brother, Leo (Ruthie) Sipe; and a stepbrother, Norman Taylor; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Tommy, Hugh, Jimmy and Lavern. George was a proud veteran of the US Navy, was a 25 year firefighter with Independence Twp. VFD, as well as the Chief and formerly worked at Giant Eagle. In his spare time he enjoyed watching TV, playing softball and rooting on the Steelers. Friends will be received Tuesday from 1-8 p.m. in the ORION C. PINKERTON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1014 California Ave., Avalon, 412-766- 5600, where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Condolences may be offered at: pinkertonfuneralhome.net. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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LYON RICHARD B. III R.B. AGE...
LYON RICHARD B. III R.B. Age 27, of Cecil Twp., on Thurs., April 6, 2017. Beloved son of Maribeth (Bartelme) Lyon and Richard B. Lyon, Jr.; brother of Kaylin Anne Lyon; grandson of Geraldine Bartelme, Richard B. Lyon, Sr. and the late Frank Bartelme and Catherine B. Lyon; also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Family and friends welcome Tues. 4-8 p.m. at FREYVOGEL - SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 112 Fort Couch Rd., Bethel Park (opposite Macy's South Hills). Mass of Christian Burial in St. Thomas More Church Wed. 10 a.m. Goodbye my beautiful son. We will love you to the moon to every star all around the universe and back for all time. Sadly, R.B.'s extraordinary and poetic journey through life included experimenting with drugs to self-medicate the pain and suffering of his mind. ADDICTION DID NOT DEFINE R.B. He was a brilliant, gifted, kind, generous, witty, loving son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend to all. He fought the insidious disease of addiction for the last seven years. He watched it take so many beautiful souls every day. He was known for his big heart, always being there for others that were suffering. He was raised to always lend a hand and in the end it was his kind and selfless heart in trying to save another that pulled him back in. He loved his family, friends and his beloved pets. He loved the arts, was an artist in the kitchen, an avid reader and gifted writer. He thrived with both music composition and while playing his acoustic and electric guitars. Music was his saving grace as were the mountains and the oceans. Thankfully, he was able to be on the mountain this last winter and had the time of his life challenging his mind and body being one with nature. Heroin always took that all away from him demanding his every motion and thought be in devout worship of it and all the evil that surrounds it. The disease of addiction is the enemy and the ONLY way we're going to fight this is together. R.B. did not lose his battle with the devil addiction, I think God took him while he was yet young to become a powerful and merciful angel to all those still suffering. Please, if you are suffering, know there is help, just reach out your hand and someone will take it and help lead you back to you. In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be sent to: Sages's Army, Inc., P.O. Box 156 Westmorland City, PA 15692. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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SCHMIDT KATHLEEN A. AGE 89, OF...
SCHMIDT KATHLEEN A. Age 89, of Moon Twp., passed away April 7, 2017, at Villa St. Joseph in Baden. She was born in Pittsburgh February 7, 1928, to the late Catherine Relihan and Carl Roll. Kathleen was retired from Robert Morris University where she had worked in the Registrar's office. She was a member of St. Margaret Mary Church where she was active as a Eucharistic minister, taught Religious education classes, St. Margaret Mary choir member and sang with the Villa St. Joseph group when she resided there. Kathleen is survived by her daughters, Faith Krause of Moon Twp., Betty Klimkowski of Baden; three grandchildren, Colleen (Andrew) Mollenauer, Jonathan (Melissa) Krause, Hope (Eli) Sweesy; three great- grandchildren, Maggie, Owen and Sarah Mollenauer. Kathleen was also predeceased by a son, Stephen Schmidt and a sister; Betty Rechter. Friends will be received Tuesday 3-7 p.m. at the COPELAND MOON TWP. FUNERAL HOME, 981 Brodhead Rd. A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. Everyone is to meet at the Church Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Margaret Mary Youth Group will be appreciated. Kathleen's family would like to thank the Staff and volunteers at Villa St. Joseph Baden, PA for the care and comfort to their mother. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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PLACEK CHARLES AGE 84, PASSED ...
PLACEK CHARLES Age 84, passed away April 7, 2017, at his home with his family at his side. Charles was born in Coraopolis Nov. 7, 1932, to the late Katherine Kovach and Frank Placek. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Edith Jones Placek; three sons, Charles Chuck (Marie) Placek of Clinton, Howard Dale (Linda) Placek of Center Twp. and Lonnie Placek of Coraopolis; also survived by five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren; also by a brother, Steve Brogley of Stowe Twp. Friends will be received Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the COPELAND CORAOPOLIS FUNERAL HOME, 867 Fifth Ave., where a Service will be held on Tuesday at 12 p.m., burial will follow in Coraopolis Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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OSKIN WILLIAM MICHAEL ON SATUR...
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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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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