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CLASSIFIED OBITUARIES Cont. from Previous Page 14; and great-grandmother of three; dear sister of Leo (the late Ann) Wirth, Rosemarie (John) Eberhardt, Bernice Hocher, Joseph (Carole) Wirth, Paul Wirth, and the late Margaret Sherman, Richard Wirth, Florence (the late Frank) Stanley, and Evelyn Dye; sister-in-law of Harold Sherman and Patricia Wirth. Gertrude was a faithful member of St. Joseph Catholic Church since 1959. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, baking, crocheting, needlepoint, and playing cards.

The family would like to thank Bridges Hospice for their special and devoted care and also her loving physician, Dr. Ilene Burns. Friends and family will be received on Thursday, March 19, 2015, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, 421 Allegheny Oakmont. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, March 20, 2015, 10 a.m.

St. Joseph Catholic Church, Verona. Private burial will be in National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Donations may be made in her name to St. Joseph Catholic School, 825 Second Verona, PA 15147.

Send condolences McNEILIS KATHLEEN P. Age 70, peacefully with her family by her side, on Tuesday, March 17, 2015, of Castle Shannon. Beloved wife of Edward loving mother of Shelly (Anthony) Passatore, Matt (Kelly) Chiccitt and the late Mike Chiccitt; proud grandmother of Mike and Bob Thomas and Anthony Chiccitt; sister of Bob (the late Ronna) Clark and the late Margie Winans; sister-in-law of Tom Winans. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227 on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m.

Funeral prayer on Friday morning at 9 a.m. Funeral services will be held in Grace Episcopal Church, 319 W. Sycamore Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15211 at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Pittsburgh, 1133 South Braddock Suite 1A, Pittsburgh, PA 15218.

Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences McROBERTS DOROTHY J. Age 83, of Finleyville, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2015. Wife of the late Melvin beloved mother of Leslie (John) Moore, Lenore (Bobby) Tamburi, Lori (Joe) Bauman and Michael McRoberts; cherished grandmother of Leigh, Nick, Dominic, the late Josh and Emily. A memorial mass will be held Friday, 9:30 a.m. at St.

Francis of Assisi Church, Finleyville. Private burial will follow in The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Family Hospice, 50 Moffett St. PA 15243. Arrangements handled by PAUL L.

HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, Bethel Park. www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences PETRONIO ANGELO JR. Age 85, on Tuesday, March 17, 2015, of Brentwood, formerly of New York City. Beloved husband of the late Norberta Petronio; loving father of John Mary H. (Michael) Shawley and Thomas R.

(Maida) Petronio; grandfather of many. Angelo worked as a Staff Assistant for U.S. Steel for over 40 years. He was an active member of St. Sylvester Parish, serving as a Lector and Eucharistic Minister, and a former member of St.

Sylvester Bowling League and the South Hills Steelers League. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Thursday from 2-9 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Friday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in St.

Sylvester Church at 10:00 a.m. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com Send condolences PISANO ROSE S. (DeANGELIS) Age 92, of Mt. Washington, on Sunday, March 15, 2015. Beloved wife of the late James Pisano; loving mother of Patrick (Lisa) and Richard (Kathy) Pisano and the late Donnamarie West; grandmother of Elisa (Brian) Radatovich, Barbara (Bob) Jastrab, Richard and Patrick (Terri) Pisano, Lori Konig and April West; great-grandmother of Brendan and Caitlyn Radatovich, Mattie Jo Konig, Josh and Sean Jastrab and Justin Pisano.

Visitations will be held on Thursday from 2-8 p.m. at the BRUSCO-FALVO FUNERAL HOME, 214 Virginia Avenue, Mt. Washington (412 381-2323). Blessing Service on Friday at 10 a.m. www.bruscofalvo.com Send condolences POLLARD ERNEST L.

Age 62, on Thursday, March 12, 2015, of Pittsburgh, PA. Beloved father of Raymond, Ernest and Antoinette Eyth; brother of Terry, Peggy, Candy and the late Melvin Pollard; 12 grandchildren. Friends received Friday 10 a.m. Corpus Christi Church, 1550 Lincoln Larimer. Funeral service 11 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Charles Lwanga Parish. Professional funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the GOLDSBORO FABRY FUNERAL HOME, INC. Online condolences are welcome at: www.goldsboro-fabry.com Send condolences RUSSELL CHARLES E. Age 72, of Oakland, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2015.

Husband of Collie L. (Mitchell) Russell; father of Darlene Edward Stephanie A. and Anthony C. Russell; brother of Zetta, Karen and Joe Russell (Wheatie), and the late Janet, Cecile, Brenda, Maureen, Norma Jean, Reggie, Willie and Vincent; also survived by nine grandchildren; 13 great- grandchildren; sister-in-law, Yvonne Adams (Odell); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation on Friday from 4-8 p.m.

in the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie PA 15219 where Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment Cemetery. Send condolences SALTER DIANNE Age 67, passed away March 16, 2015. Beloved mother of John W.

and Blaine Salter; sister of Raymond Stevenson, Brenda Knight, Joyce (Laverne) Love and Renee Gully-Hoots; also survived by 11 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Final glimpse Thursday 4-8 p.m. Unity Baptist Church, Braddock, PA, where life celebration will be held Friday 11 a.m. Entombment Restland Memorial Park. Arrangements entrusted to ALDRICH FUNERAL HOME, 431 E.

9th Munhall, PA 15120, 412-461-3400. Send condolences SCHMIDT HELEN H. On Tuesday, March 17, 2015, Helen, age 95, of Lawrenceville. Daughter of the late Paul and Clara Schmidt; loving sister of Rosemarie Wolny and preceded in death by 8 brothers and sisters; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Helen was a quiet and gentle spirit who enjoyed the simple things in life.

Friends received at the JOHN F. MURRAY FUNERAL HOME, Butler at 52nd Lawrenceville. Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of the Angels Parish, St. Augustine Church Saturday 10 a.m. Visitations Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.

Send condolences SCHNEIDER ELEANOR A. (O'BRIEN) Of Bethel Park, on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2015, entered into eternal peace one month short of her 97th birthday. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 53 years, Bill, when he died in 1990; loving mother of Richard (Jane) Schneider, Mary Ann (Al) Hancq and David (Jeanette) Schneider; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; also many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Anna McElligott; and parents, Raymond and Agnes O'Brien.

Eleanor enjoyed tenpin bowling, quilting, baking pies and cookies, canning vegetables, fruits and jams. She was very proud of the many tiny hats and afghans she crocheted for Project Linus. Her seamstress talents will be missed by many of her family and friends who relied on her for all their alterations. Eleanor helped at many church dinners. A special thank you to the many workers, past and present of Country Meadows for the love and care they extended to Eleanor and her family the past six years.

Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 6364 Library Road (RT 88), Library. Mass of Christian Burial Friday at 10:30 a.m. in St.

Joan of Arc Church. Interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Country Meadows Co-Worker Fund or Alzheimer's Foundation of America. www.davidhenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences SHRINER RICHARD CLIFTON Age 65, of Bluffton, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2015, at his home. He was born in Cleveland, OH on March 8, 1950, to the late Harry Archer and Mary Ellen Wiseley Shriner.

He is survived by his wife, Judith Mulholland Shriner; one brother; one sister; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial celebration will be held from 3:00 5:00 p.m., Sunday, March 29, 2015, at SAULS FUNERAL HOME, 90 Simmonsville Road, Bluffton, SC 29910. Send condolences SMITH GORDON N. On Tuesday, March 17, 2015. Husband of Patricia Smith; father of Dana (John) Zinza, Debra (Larry) Williams, and Dawn (Nick) Galderisi; grandfather of Amber, Sydney, Juliette, Beau, and April; and great-grandfather of four.

Friends are invited to join Gordon's family at a service to celebrate his life on Friday, March 20, 2015, 11:00 a.m. at the Union Project, 801 N. Negley Ave. Interment in Penn Forest Natural Burial Park. Arrangements by KRISTIN L.

HAUMAN, 412-716-4435. Send condolences STIVANSON JAMES AUGUST Age 74, on Tuesday, March 17, 2015, of Penn Hills, son of the late Russell L. and Laura Gay Wise Stivanson; husband of Janet Lillich Stivanson; father of Jonathan Allan Stivanson and Jennifer Stivanson Wyatt (Dr. William Wyatt) of Texas; step-grandfather of Christopher Wyatt, Bronwyn Wyatt Higgins and Tony Higgins. Jay was an oboist, choral director, music educator in the Penn Hills, Swissvale and Woodland Hills School Districts.

He was the first director of the East Winds Symphonic Band, a Boy Scout Leader, a ham radio operator and instructor, and a computer expert. A Memorial Service will take place Saturday, March 21, 2015, at 1 p.m. at South Avenue United Methodist Church in Wilkinsburg. Memorial gifts may be made to South Avenue UMC. Arrangements by WOLFE MEMORIAL, INC.

Forest Hills Chapel, 412-731-5001. Send condolences In Memoriam HOWELL REGGIE, JR. Sunrise: March 3, 1962 Sunset: March 19, 2011 The happy times we spent together will linger in our hearts forever. Sadly missed by his mother, Vonnie Washington, sisters, brothers, family and friends. TILLAR MILDRED (GRAY) Age 92, of Carnegie, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2015, in Colorado Springs, CO.

Wife of the late John W. Tillar, mother of John W. (Sandra) Tillar, Donald Robert (Melva) Tillar, Larry Darnell (Laura) Tillar and Maria Tillar, Flora Geneva Williams, Donna Elaine Davis and William Alfred Tillar; 19 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and one great-great- grandchild; sister of Bernice McKinley and Frances Carson and Ray Fenner; she is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends are invited to call from 4-8 p.m. on Friday at the LEO J.

HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Avenue, Carnegie. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at Second Baptist Church, 324 Mansfield Carnegie at 11 a.m. ww.leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences VAN HORN JOHN R. Of Bethel Park and Upper St. Clair, a physicist who worked on the atomic bomb at Los Alamos during World War II and retired from Westinghouse, died on January 24, 2015, after a brief illness.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2015, at 11 a.m. at Bethel Presbyterian Church, 2999 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations in John's memory for the Music Department at Bethel Presbyterian Church. Arrangements handled by PAUL L. HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, Bethel Park.

www.henneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences VOGEL ROSEMARIE (KRUPICKA) Of McCandless on Monday, March 16, 2015. Wife of the late David E. Vogel, loving mother of Kathleen Reitlinger (Dennis), David F. Vogel (Joanne), Jean M. Vogel, Susan R.

Scott-Stratigos (Thomas) and James K. Vogel (Nicole); also survived by 14 grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. Friends received Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 806 Perry North Hills. Mass of Christian Burial in St.

Sebastian Church Friday 10:30 a.m. Rose was a cook at St. Sebastian Church for 20 years. Send condolences WARREN JOANN F. (GORUP) Age 79, of West Deer passed away on Monday, March 16, 2015.

She was the daughter of the late Anthony and Stephanie (Pucel) Gorup; and wife of the late Joseph B. Warren, Jr. Joann was a RN and involved in the Pittsburgh Hospital School of Nursing Alumnae. A faithful member of St. Ursula Church and active in Pittsburgh North AARP- Chapter 595, she served as the 2nd V.P.

and Board Secretary. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Warren; son, David (Corinna) Warren; grandchildren, Julia and Adam Warren; and brother, Jerry (Sharon) Gorup. Joann's family will welcome friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2015, at KING FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICES, 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park. A Mass of Pittsburgh North AARP- Chapter 595, she served as the 2nd V.P.

and Board Secretary. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Warren; son, David (Corinna) Warren; grandchildren, Julia and Adam Warren; and brother, Jerry (Sharon) Gorup. Joann's family will welcome friends from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2015, at KING FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICES, 2841 Woodland Circle in Allison Park. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m.

on Friday, March 20, 2015, at St. Ursula Church, 3937 Kirk Avenue in Allison Park. She will be laid to rest in Assumption Cemetery in Glenshaw. If desired, memorial donations may be made to North Hills Community Outreach, 1975 Ferguson Road, Allison Park, PA 15101. Please visit: www.kingfuneralhome.com Send condolences WERNER JOAN (SERO) Suddenly, but peacefully, on Sunday, March 15, 2015.

Beloved mother of George Sero and his wife, Christy, from Largo, FL, and Steven Sero and his partner, Alex Pinelo from Cooper City, FL; loving grandmother of Amanda Sero and Tyler Sero, both from Pittsburgh; sister of Virginia Novak; aunt of Elaine Martin and Tameka Banks Chaffin; dear friend of Mary Ellen Mazza, both of whom brought joy in to one another's lives with shopping, dinners, and movies. Joan was a dedicated employee for Care Connections for 27 years. She was so fond of the nursing field and staff she worked with. At her wishes, there will be no viewing, but instead a celebration of her life on Saturday, March 21, 2015. Friends can join the celebration at The Church of the Resurrection at 10 a.m.

for a memorial mass. Luncheon to follow in the Garden Room adjacent to the church. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences WILLIAMS PATRICIA E. Peacefully at home on Sunday, March 15, 2015, age 73, of Bellevue.

Mother of Kathy Ann Nicely, Terry Zickefoose and the late Todd Milton; grandmother of Tedeidra Day, Melinda Zickefoose, Kristen Zickefoose and Ashley Nicely. No visitation. Services private. Arrangements by ORION C. PINKERTON FUNERAL HOME, 412-766-5600.

Pat will always be remembered as one of the ladies of the North Send condolences YURCHAK PATRICIA (HENNEY) Of Bridgeville, on Monday, March 16, 2015. Wife of Paul L. Yurchak; mother of Paul (Janice) Yurchak, Nick (Kayla McKnight) Yurchak and C.J. Yurchak; grandmother of Brooke, Shane and Meela Yurchak; daughter of the late Leo J. and Helen (Fagan) Henney; sister of Maryrose Glenn, Bernadette (late Norb) Schwartzmiller, Daniel (Krista) Henney, Eileen (Mark) Shemanski and the late Leo B.

Henney; daughter-in-law of Anna and the late Peter Yurchak; she is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday at the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Avenue, Carnegie. Funeral Mass on Monday in St.

Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 330 Third Avenue, Carnegie at 10:00 a.m. www.leohenneyfuneralhome.com Send condolences RILEY ALVIN FRANK, JR. Surrounded by the love of his family, Alvin Frank Riley, Jr. went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 16, 2015. Buddy is survived by his devoted wife, Pamela, who he loved for 31 years; his proudest accomplishments were raising his two daughters, Melissa Bunyak and Emily Austin; their husbands were the sons he never had, Nathan Buyak and Johnny Austin.

In December he became a loving and proud Granpap to Luke William Austin. He is also survived by his two springer spaniels, Ollie and Tigger. He was the baby brother of Kathy Simpson; and caring uncle of Kerry Dowling, Chelsey Rock and Katie Simpson. He was blessed to call many people his dear friends and cherished every single friendship in his life. Buddy told anyone who would listen he was so blessed and a He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Alvin Sr.

and Lois C. Riley. If you ran in to Bud, he would tell you how blessed he was and that his life get any better. A very special thanks to the Staff at AGH Cardiac Care Unit, who tenderly cared for him. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Pittsburgh, PA 15237 or the Light of Life Mission, 915 Western Pittsburgh, PA 15233, two organizations Buddy was dedicated to.

Friends received Thursday noon-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the HAHN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICES, 123 North Avenue, Millvale. Services Friday 11 a.m. at Christ Episcopal Church North Hills, 5910 Babcock Pittsburgh 15237. Everyone please meet at the church.

Send condolences ROSE JOANN M. (LEWIS) Age 83, of Unity Township, died Tuesday, March 17, 2015, at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. She was born May 19, 1931, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late James B. and Elizabeth (Hays) Lewis. Joann worked with her husband as co-owner of Triangle Products, Latrobe, and was a lifelong member of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Active in the community, Joann was a frequent volunteer at Adams Memorial Library in Latrobe and was a dedicated member of the YWCA Bowling League. She was a longtime member of Charter Oak United Methodist Church and most recently attended St. Paul United Church of Christ, Trauger. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Gilbert W. Rose; three sisters, Doretta Collins, Velma Price and Grace Lockerman.

She is survived by three children, Elizabeth Deemer and husband, Jeffrey of Kaneohe, HI, Barbara Lubic and husband, Jeffrey of Latrobe and Gilbert B. Rose of Malden, MA; five grandchildren, Alison, Carly, Jacob, Margaux and Coleman; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the GAUT-BACHA FUNERAL HOME, 2072 Route 130, Pleasant Unity. Additional visitation will be held beginning at 10 a.m.

Saturday until 11 a.m., the time of Service, with The Rev. Dr. Robert McKie officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Excela Health Home Care Hospice, 134 Industrial Park Road, Suite 1600, Greensburg, PA 15601. www.gaut-bachafuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences ROTHMEYER CAROLINE M.

On Sunday, March 15, 2015, age 73, of Etna. Beloved wife 50 years to Robert P. Rothmeyer; loving mother of Susanne (Glen) Snyder, Jacob (Ann) Rothmeyer, Robert A. (Beverly) Rothmeyer and the late Pamela Rothmeyer; devoted grandmother of Daniele (Frank) McEhaney, Alexandra (Justin) Snyder-Stokes, USMC Corey Michalek and Robert C. Rothmeyer; great-grandmother ROTHMEYER CAROLINE M.

On Sunday, March 15, 2015, age 73, of Etna. Beloved wife 50 years to Robert P. Rothmeyer; loving mother of Susanne (Glen) Snyder, Jacob (Ann) Rothmeyer, Robert A. (Beverly) Rothmeyer and the late Pamela Rothmeyer; devoted grandmother of Daniele (Frank) McEhaney, Alexandra (Justin) Snyder-Stokes, USMC Corey Michalek and Robert C. Rothmeyer; great-grandmother of Minna, Viviann, Zeke Spencer; sister of Bernadine Novak and the late Dorothy Connolly; also many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Friends received Friday 4-8 p.m. at the HAHN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICES, 123 North Millvale. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 12 noon at St. Nicholas Church. Everyone please meet at the church.

Caroline was very active in St. Nicholas Holy Rosary Society and the flea market. Send condolences RUBACKY DOLORES A. "DEE" On Wednesday, March 18, 2015, Dolores A. "Dee" (Thomas) Rubacky, age 81, of Ross Township.

Beloved wife of 61 years to Andrew J. Rubacky; beloved mother of Andrew R. (Joyce) Rubacky, Michael J. (June) Rubacky, Diane (Hugh) Burns and Cheryle (Richard, Jr.) Cummings; grandmother of Andrew M. Rubacky, Jason M.

(Heather) Rubacky, Cayla Rubacky, Adam Burns, Shannon Burns, Zac Sarah Potts) Cummings and Tyler Cummings; great- grandmother of Brynn and Jaxon Rubacky and Zoe Cummings; also survived by two brothers; a sister; and by nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on Friday, March 20, 2015, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 460 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, March 21, 2015, 10 a.m.

at the Church of the Assumption, Bellevue. Family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Association. Send condolences RUDOLPH RAYMOND J. Age 91, of Shaler Township, on March 18, 2015. Beloved husband of Marion (Kramer) Rudolph; devoted father of Janis (William) Budner and Carolyn (Robert) Schreiber; caring brother of Richard Rudolph and the late Pearl Shaufl and Joseph Rudolph.

Ray served with the 34th Infantry in Italy during WWII, and served again in a volunteer capacity with the 34th Infantry Division Association for over 20 years. Ray was an easygoing family man who enjoyed the company of his family, especially his nine grandchildren. Also survived by ten great-grandchildren; and one great-great- granddaughter. Visitation is Friday, March 20, 2015, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt.

Royal Glenshaw. Funeral will be held Saturday, March 21, 2015, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials suggested to Shaler Township EMS, 339 Wetzel Road, Glenshaw, PA 15116. Please visit us at neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences.