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Apr 21 2012 Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH POST-GAZETTE aP 22, 2012 WWW.POST-GAZETTE.COM C-6 C-6 Cont. on Next Page Cont. from Previous Page CLASSIFIED OBITUARIES GILBERT FREDERICK E. Fred, 82, of McDonald, Mt. Pleasant died Thursday, April 19, 2012, in Washington Hospital, surrounded by family and friends.

He was born June 17, 1929, in Primrose, a son of the late Joseph and Louise (Nourigat) Gilbert. Mr. Gilbert was a laborer with Collisimo Construction, and was a member of Center U.P. Church of Midway, and an Army Korean War veteran. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Juanita (Marks) Gilbert; son, Fred (Kathy) Gilbert, Jr. of South Fayette; Barbara (Keith) Yusko of CA, Joyce (Mike) Edwards of AZ; grandchildren, Ian, Derek, and Dana Yusko, Heather, Danielle, and Kevin Edwards; three great-grandchildren; brothers and sister, Joseph Gilbert of Carnegie, Robert Gilbert of Midway, and Ellen Chiff of McDonald. He was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, James, Lawrence, Raymond, and Donald Gilbert, Hazel Schollaert, Florentine Suplit, and Mary Hartsic. Friends will be received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday in the THOMAS LITTLE FUNERAL SERVICE, 314 W.

Lincoln Avenue, McDonald (724-926-2800), where Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, April 23. Interment will follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Please sign the guestbook at: Send condolences at GOLD WILLIAM R. Of Tucson, AZ, formerly of Westmoreland County, suddenly on Saturday, April 14.

Father of Marc A. Gold and Corey R. Burletic; brother of Frank and Joseph Gold and Susan Wilson. He was loved by all and will be missed by many. Friends may call at THE FRANK F.

DeBOR FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICE, 1065 Brookline 412-561-0380, Sunday only 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Services Monday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home. www.deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences at HALKO KENNETH J. Of Monroeville, age 69, on Thursday, April 19, 2012.

Beloved husband of Carol A. (Dawson) Halko for 34 years; loving father of Michele Adams of Turtle Creek and Andy Halko of Cleveland; son-in-law of Robert Dawson; grandfather of Payton; brother of Robert Halko of and Andrea (Wayne) Shacklock of Munhall; also survived by nieces and nephews. Ken was a U.S.Army veteran and a 1964 graduate of West Virginia Wesleyan. Ken was a Real Estate Appraiser and owner of Halko and Company, Inc. in Monroeville.

He was an avid golfer and former member of both Churchill Valley Country Club and Alcoma. Ken was also a member of The Club in Monroeville. Friends welcome Saturday from 5-8 p.m., and Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, TURTLE MONROEVILLE CHAPEL, 1111 Monroeville Ave.

at James Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 11:30 a.m. Entombment with Military Honors will follow at Good Shepherd Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the National Children's Cancer Society, One S. Memorial Suite 800, St. Louis, MO 63102.

www.laniganfuneralhome.com Send condolences at HALL DONALD CHARLES 62, of Center passed away Friday, April 20, 2012. He was currently employed at Lennon, Smith, Souleret Engineering in Coraopolis and was a member of North Branch Presbyterian Church in Monaca. He is a son of John C. Hall and the late Vivian J. (Claypol) Hall.

Surviving are his wife, Elissa (Coulson) Hall; two sons, Douglas (Amanda) and Gregory (Sari) a granddaughter, Reagan; three brothers, Thomas (Gerri) Hall, Kenneth (Laurel) Hall and J.R. (Tawnya) Hall; and many nieces and nephews. Friends received Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in TATALOVICH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC. CENTER 3475 Brodhead Monaca, PA 15061.

Services Wednesday at 11 a.m. in North Branch Presbyterian Church, 139 North Branch Monaca, PA 15061. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to North Branch Presbyterian Church. Send condolences at HAYES TIFFANY LYN (SIMBARI) Age 42, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Daughter of Angelo and the late Pamela (Purcell) Simbari; sister of Tonia Simbari; fiancee of Keith Harville; aunt of Bella, Gianna, and Primo Simbari; niece of Richard (Susan) Purcell.

Friends received Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, 820 Main Sharpsburg. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10 a.m. at St. Bonaventure Church, Glenshaw.

Send condolences at HICKS MATTHEW Age 82, of Banksville, peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Beloved husband of Frances (Catherino) Hicks. Tom will be sadly missed by his brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, and many friends. He also proudly served his country as a Korean War veteran with the US Army and later with the US Air Force. He was also a member of the Mount Union V.F.W.

Visitation Sunday only, 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, 165 Noble Crafton, where the Blessing Age 82, of Banksville, peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Beloved husband of Frances (Catherino) Hicks. Tom will be sadly missed by his brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, and many friends. He also proudly served his country as a Korean War veteran with the US Army and later with the US Air Force.

He was also a member of the Mount Union V.F.W. Visitation Sunday only, 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHEPNER McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, 165 Noble Crafton, where the Blessing Service will be held Monday 10 a.m in the funeral home chapel. Send condolences at HURLEY ASSUNTA (TOMASSO) Age 80, of Scott on Friday, April 20, 2012. Wife of the late Michael P.

Hurley, mother of Neal (Carol) Hurley, Rory (Linda) Hurley, and the late Dale Hurley; grandmother of Brennan and Andrea Hurley, and the late infant, Marlin Hurley; daughter of the late Giovannantonio and Maria (Conderato) Tomasso; sister of Elena (Don) Surles, Carmelina Creely, and the late John Tomasso. Sue immigrated from Italy in September 1938 and retired from Mellon Bank in 1987. Friends welcome Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Scott Twp. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 10 a.m.

at Ss. Simon Jude Church. If desired, memorial donations to Disease, Western PA Chapter, PO Box 110223, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at JOSCAK ELEANOR L. (FEKETY) Of Braddock, age 79, died in the presence of her family, on Wednesday, April 18, 2012.

Beloved wife of the late Edmund P. Joscak for 46 years; loving mother of Edmund (Gale) Joscak of Plum, Dan (Mary) Joscak of Forest Hills, Diane (Robert) Newton of South Carolina, Bernie Joscak of North Braddock, David (Teri) Joscak of North Versailles, and Ron (Kellie) Joscak of Chalfant; also survived by 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; sister of Irene Tatko of North Versailles, Elizabeth Fall and Michael Fekety, both of North Braddock, Rose "Dolly" Newton of North Versailles, and Audrey Chaklos of Turtle Creek; also survived by nieces and nephews. Eleanor was a member of the Good Shepherd choir and enjoyed attending the Good Shepherd bingo. She was a member of the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Union. A proud accomplishment for Eleanor came when she earned her drivers license at age 65, following the death of her husband, Ed.

Friends welcome Saturday and Sunday from 2-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden East Pittsburgh (412-824-8800). Mass of Christian Burial in Good Shepherd Church with Fr. Thomas Burke presiding on Monday at 11 a.m.

www.laniganfuneralhome.com Send condolences at KACZYNSKI EUGENE S. Age 81, of Lawrenceville, peacefully, on Friday, April 20, 2012. Husband of the late Mildred (Boris) Kaczynski; loving father of John P. (Mary Anne) Kaczynski, James S. (Sharron) Kaczynski, and Nancy K.

(Robert) Pollock; cherished grandfather and of Stephanie, Lisa, Natalie Kaczynski, Gregory, Stephen, Bethany, and Emily Pollock; brother of Helen Pampuch, the late Walter and John Kaczynski. Friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass in our Lady of the Angels Parish, St. Augustine Church, on Tuesday at 10 a.m.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Canterbury Place for their loving care of Geno. Family requests memorial contributions to St. Scholastica Youth Ministry-Appalachia, 309 Brilliant Pittsburgh, PA 15215. Send condolences at KAIGLER GERALDINE J. (LUDENS) Age 86, on Wednesday, April 18, 2012, of Baldwin Boro, formerly Bellingham, WA.

Wife of the late Jack J. Kaigler; loving mother of Katherine Koenig, Douglas (Melissa) and Will (Julie); grandma of David (Liz), Ellen, Aubrey (Rae), Lea (Dave), Casey (Max), Zachery, Zoe, Zane, Alexandra and Lucie; great-grandma of Emily, Elizabeth, Olivia, and Juniper; also survived by best friend, Ruth Howarth. Gerry was a member of Eastern Star, Baldwin Community United Methodist Church, and served in the Navy during WWII. There is no visitation and services will be held privately. Arrangement entrusted to the JOHN F.

SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 4201 Brownsville Brentwood 15227. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Habitat for Humanity, 2018 South Braddock Pittsburgh, PA 15218. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences at KELLER RUSSEL C. Age 82, of Shaler on Saturday, April 21, 2012. Beloved husband of Anne (Welsh) Keller and the late Jean (Rataczak) Keller; loving father of Russel C.

Keller and Barbara Gray; dear grandfather of Kathryn Ellis, Matthew Gray, David Keller and Michelle Gray; brother of the late Gertrude Martin. Russel was a member of the North Hills Masonic Lodge and past master of Glenshaw Lodge a member of the Verizon Telephone Pioneers and a former member of the Shaler Area School Board. Friends will be received Tuesday, 2-9 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Mt. Royal Glenshaw.

Funeral Service will be held in the Glenshaw Presbyterian Church, 300 Glenn Glenshaw on Wednesday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Animal Friends or Family Hospice and Palliative Care. Send condolences at KEPPEL WALTER JOHN Age 89, of Albuquerque, NM, formerly of Moon Twp. passed away April 17, 2012. Born in Allentown PA on July 12, 1922 to the late John and Mary Yost Keppel.

Walter was a WWII veteran, serving in the European Theater. He was a retired Credit Manager with CODO Manufacturing, a member of St. Margaret Mary Church, where he was an Usher. He loved sports and his family. He is survived by his wife, Annabelle (Hanshew) Keppel, whom he married Sept.

27, 1952; also surviving are his children, Linda Keppel of Albuquerque NM, Shay (Roger) Hoover of Hesston PA, and Kim (Fred) McElhattan of Vista CA; a sister, Hilda Todora of Sun City, FL; his grandchildren, Jennifer Kirk, Timothy Nixon, Nicole Burns, Shelby and Joey McElhattan, two great-grandchildren, Tyler and Belle Kirk. He was preceded in death by three brothers, John, Joseph, and Edward Keppel. Friends will be received Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at COPELAND MOON TWP. FUNERAL HOME, 981 Brodhead where prayers will be recited Monday at 9:15 a.m., followed by a 10 a.m.

Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret Mary Church. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. Family welcomes flowers or donations in his name to West Hills Food Pantry, 522 Carnot Moon Township, PA 15108 or St. Margaret Mary Church, 1 Parish Place, Moon Township, PA 15108.

Send condolences at KLEIN ANNE Age 89, formerly of Stanton Heights, on Friday, April 20, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth; loving mother of Francine (Paul) Surloff, Edward (Diane) Klein and the late Ronnie Izenson; proud grandmother of Brandon (Jenna) Surloff, Andrew (Tara) Surloff, Korie (Hans) Groenvynck and Scott (Stephanie) Klein; adoring great-grandmother of Brynn and Reagan Surloff, Abigail Surloff and Tristan Groenvynck. Graveside Service will be held at Kether Torah Cemetery, Hoffman Millvale, Monday (time later). Memorial Contributions in her name may be made to Harmar Village Care Center, 715 Freeport Cheswick, PA 15024. Professional Services Entrusted to the care of D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY Lawrenceville, (412-682-6500).

www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences at LINKOUS ALTON C. On Thursday, April 19, 2012, age 82, of Ross Township. Beloved husband of the late Mary D. (Rockrick) Linkous; father of Robert Linkous and the late Gary Linkous; stepfather of Kathy Croyle and Jimmy Vlakancic; brother of Wylie Louise Frank, Ludrick W. Linkous and Arlyn Miranda.

Family will welcome friends Sunday p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, 388 Center West View 15229. Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

www.schellhasfh.com Send condolences at LISOWSKI HELEN F. On Thursday, April 19, 2012. Beloved wife of Edward Lisowski; mother of Teresa (the late Clare) Mink, Carol (Ron) Smith, Edward (Sharon) Lisowski, Nancy Lisowski, Patricia (the late Jerry) Lane, and Joseph Lisowski; sister of Sophie Trybus, Ann Gallagher, Julia Lisowski, Betty (John Cyprowski, John (Genevieve) Lizon, Verna Lang, and the late Stanley Lizon; also survived by 11 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Friends received Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 at the SZAFRANSKI- EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, 101 Third Carnegie. Mass of Christian Burial in St.

Elizabeth Ann Seton Church on Monday at 9:30 a.m. Burial in The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Send condolences at LOUGHRY DR. ROBERT J. 88, on Friday, April 20, 2012, of Hickory, a retired educator for the Ft.

Cherry and Avella School Districts, and former President of the Pittsburgh Iris and Daylily Society. Husband of Dolores Carlisle Loughry; father of Cindy Haddad of Hickory, Keith Loughry (Judy) of Hickory. and Claudia Moss (Clif) of Weirton, WV; grandfather of Michael Haddad, Kristen Loughry Fillhart (Jason), Justin Eeichler, Erin Loughry, and Courtney Moss; great- grandfather of Allura Carrington Haddad and Michael Robert Deichler, who will arrive next month; brother of Bill Loughry of Rochester Mills. At the request of the deceased, there will be no visitation or service. Arrangements have been Carlisle Loughry; father of Cindy Haddad of Hickory, Keith Loughry (Judy) of Hickory.

and Claudia Moss (Clif) of Weirton, WV; grandfather of Michael Haddad, Kristen Loughry Fillhart (Jason), Justin Eeichler, Erin Loughry, and Courtney Moss; great- grandfather of Allura Carrington Haddad and Michael Robert Deichler, who will arrive next month; brother of Bill Loughry of Rochester Mills. At the request of the deceased, there will be no visitation or service. Arrangements have been entrusted to the McILVAINE SPEAKMAN FUNERAL HOME 27 Cherry Houston, PA 15342. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Donnell House, Hospice Care of Washington Hospital, 155 Wilson Washington, PA 15301. Condolences may be left by viewing the full obituary at: www.mcilvaine-speakman.com Send condolences at MACKENZIE WILLIAM Age 65, of West Mifflin, peacefully surrounded by his family and friends, went home to be with The Lord on April 18, 2012.

Loving husband and best friend of Jacqueline (Seech) Mackenzie; brother of Judy Coleman, Norma (Harold) Kelley, Rupert "Bud" (Becky) Mackenzie, Marjorie (Ron) King, Joanne (Bernie) Weber; father of Heather (David) Kraska and Erin (John) Echement; and grandfather of Zach and Emily; he is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Mack and Jax shared their life with their dog Spot, who Mack called son, and Buck. He retired as a Sergeant from West Mifflin Police Department after 30 years of service. He served in the Air Force, he enjoyed working on cars and he was an outstanding handyman, and there was no project too big or small for him to accomplish. Visitation will be on Sunday from 12-8 p.m.

at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 301 Curry Hollow Pleasant Hills, where a service will be held on Monday at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Western PA C.O.P.S., 136 Lingay Glenshaw, PA 15116. www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences at MAMULA N. GLENN 67, of Aliquippa, passed away Friday evening, April 20, 2012 in his home. Born June 28, 1944 in Rochester, a son of the late Nicholas and Anne (Cercone) Mamula, he was a member of St.

Titus Catholic Church in Aliquippa. Mr. Mamula retired as the business manager from Cannon McMillan School District and was a US Air Force veteran having served in the Vietnam War. He was a 1962 graduate of St. Veronica Catholic High School and a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh.

Glenn was the past president of Beaver Lakes Country Club and past member of PASBO and ASBO. Surviving are his wife of 42 years, Gina (Iacobucci) Mamula; his beloved son, Burt Mamula; three sisters, Melissa (Gil) Dreger, Marion Magil and Connie (Lee) Hess; nieces and nephews, Kristen (Luke) Hancock, Ryan Dreger, Maggie Magil, Matthew, Nicholas and Meghan Hess, Annemarie (Ben) Johnson, and a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Alex and Charlotte Iacobucci. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Fred Mamula. Friends will be received Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 in TATALOVICH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 2205 McMinn Aliquippa, PA 15001, where a service will be held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Hopewell with Fr.

Howard Campbell officiating. Entombment will follow at 11 a.m. in Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery, Hopewell where the Beaver County Special Unit will conduct military honors. Send condolences at McHUGH CHARLES Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 21, 2012.

Loving husband of 50 years to Rose Marie Smith McHugh; cherished father of Chuck (Kimberly), Christine, Jeff (Stacy) and Matt (Maureen); grandfather of Darbi, Delaney, Matt, Amanda, Angelina, Caitlyn, Connor, Matthew, Michael, Dominic and Anthony; great-grandfather of Daycee Barnes; son of the late Charles McHugh; beloved brother to Barbare Thiry, Patricia (Dan) Desanto and the late Donald (Maryellen) Ness; loved nephew of the late David and Ann Ness and beloved cousin of Mary McKenna. Special thanks to the Charles Morris Nursing Home, who took wonderful care of Chuck. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Stephen Parish. Friends will be received at the JOHN D.

SON FUNERAL HOME, 5106 Second Avenue, Hazelwood, 412-521-8116, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday and again Wednesday, 9 a.m. before leaving for the Mass of Christian Burial in St. Stephen Parish at 10 a.m. Send condolences at METZ CARLTON L.

GONE FISHING! A life well lived as an outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman. Retired Sergeant of the City of Pittsburgh Police Bureau, age 57, on Wednesday, April 18, 2012. Beloved husband of Maryanne C. Ehmann; son of late Marcia Nickens; grandson of the late Garfield and Winnie Nickens; father of Arii Lynn (Autumn); grandfather of Arii Lee; brother of Shelly (Steve) Metz-Galloway, Phillip Metz, Mark (Wanda) Metz; and nieces and nephews. Long- time Carrick Athletic Association baseball coach, C.O.P.S.

program, and an active F.O.P. member. Receiving friends and family Wednesday 12-1 p.m., with a Memorial Service at 1 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Road, Scott Twp. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Pittsburgh F.O.P.

Fund in Carl's name. 1428 Banksville Road, Pgh, PA 15216. Send condolences at MIKUCINSKI JANET MORRISON 92, of Sewickley, PA formerly of Edgewood, PA, died on April 19, 2012. Wife of the late Joseph Mikucinski; mother of Marlene M. (Richard) Ochman of Sewickley Hills, PA; also survived by her three grandchildren, Ryan, Heather, and Courtney Ochman.

She was preceeded in death by her son Teddy; brother George; and sister Jean. Friends will be received in THE RICHARD D. COLE FUNERAL HOME, 328 Beaver Street, Sewickley, PA 15143, on Saturday April 21, 2011 from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 23, 2011 at 11 a.m.

in St. James Catholic Church, Walnut Street, Sewickley, PA 15143. Interment to follow in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. Contributions may be made to The Union Aide Society, Sewickley Municipal Sewickley, PA 15143, or The Child Health 1108 Ohio River 802 Sewickley, PA 15143. Send condolences at MITCHELL MARJORIE JEAN (PROSSER) Of Upper St.

Clair, age 88, passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2012. She was born February 21, 1924 to Charles Sterling and Loretta Hegmann Prosser in Homestead Park. She graduated from Munhall High School and Grove City College. She was the sister of Charles (Jane) Prosser, Jr. of Pittsburgh and Robert (Joan) Prosser of Seattle.

She married her husband of 63 years, Paul Warren Mitchell, on St. Patrick's Day in 1945. Paul preceded her in death on August 25, 2008. Marjorie and Paul were the parents of Robert, Karen, and their favorite, David. They had 11 grandchildren and six great- grandchildren.

Marjorie and Paul were active members of Christ United Methodist Church since 1959, where both sang in the choir and supported their church community in so many other ways. After raising her family, Marjorie was a successful real estate broker in the South Hills. While maintaining Upper St. Clair as their primary residence, Marjorie and Paul spent many happy times together at their second home in Longboat Key, Florida. Marjorie's light will always burn brightly in the lives of her family and many friends.

Those who wish to do so may make memorial donations in Marjorie's name to Christ United Methodist Church, 44 Highland Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. There will be a Memorial Service Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 11 a.m. at Christ United Methodist Church, with a reception and visitation immediately following. Inurnment will take place in the Church columbarium. Arrangements by BEINHAUERS, 724-941-3211.

Please view or add tributes at www.beinhauer.com Send condolences at MORENZI RITA Of Fort Myers, a former resident of East Pittsburgh for 64 years before moving to Florida to be near her daughters, age 96, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Hope Hospice in FL. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Morenzi for 50 years; loving mother of Anna Marie (Tom) Morelli, Vicki (Gene) Polacek, both of Ft. Myers, Frankie (John) Tozzi of Cape Coral, Johnnie (Ron) Alicandro of Tampa, the late Joseph Morenzi and the late Jospehine Olsen; stepmother of Vincent (Geri) Morenzi of Bethel Park; dear grandmother of TJ and Anthony Morelli, Rob and Brad Polacek, Becky Holfman, Michael and Garrett Alicandro, Vanessa Morenzi and Francie Shilling. Also survived by ten great- grandchildren, and many adoring nieces and nephews. Rita was years; loving mother of Anna Marie (Tom) Morelli, Vicki (Gene) Polacek, both of Ft.

Myers, Frankie (John) Tozzi of Cape Coral, Johnnie (Ron) Alicandro of Tampa, the late Joseph Morenzi and the late Jospehine Olsen; stepmother of Vincent (Geri) Morenzi of Bethel Park; dear grandmother of TJ and Anthony Morelli, Rob and Brad Polacek, Becky Holfman, Michael and Garrett Alicandro, Vanessa Morenzi and Francie Shilling. Also survived by ten great- grandchildren, and many adoring nieces and nephews. Rita was employed in Food Service for 30 yrs at the University of Pittsburgh prior to her retirement. Her expression of love was to bring her family together for a home cooked meal. One of her specialties was her homemade bread that she shared with so many.

Rita was a devoted Catholic, a member of the St. William Altar Society, and volunteer at the former St. William School cafeteria. She also was a Girl Scout leader for her daughters. Rita was always active in anything that made East Pittsburgh a better place.

Rita never asked God to move a mountain, only the courage to climb it. Friends welcome Sunday from 1-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, TURTLE CREEK CHAPEL 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350.

Mass of Christian Burial in St. Colman Church on Monday at 9:30 a.m. Everyone will be gathering at Church. www.laniganfuneralhome.com Send condolences at MORRIS JOHN A. 46, of Moon Township, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 18, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Survived by his loving bride, Vicki; children, Rachel and Ethan; parents, Anna and the late John Morris; siblings, Julie Richardson (John Bennett), Joe Morris, Jeff Morris (Rose), and Joy Schwartzmiller (Duane); parents-in-law, Gary and Veryl Springer; brother-in-law, Glen Springer. John was a 1983 graduate of Langley High School, honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corps. in 1986, and a 1990 graduate of Robert Morris College. He was the Director of Operations for Snow Capital Management. In lieu of flowers or donations, John requests that you get serious about a relationship with the Lord, love your spouse and children, and use your talents to make a difference.

The family invites you to attend his Memorial Service on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 10 a.m. at Christ Church at Grove Farm, 249 Duff Sewickley, PA 15143, with a cookie reception to follow the service. Arrangements by COPELAND FUNERAL HOMES. Send condolences at MORRIS PATRICIA (PHILLIPS) Died April 20, 2012 at Overlook Green Senior Living, Whitehall, PA. She was the beloved wife of William "Bill" Morris for 64 years.

Pat and Bill were US Navy Veterans. Bill met Pat at the Electronic Supply Depot, Long Island City, NJ. Pat worked there as a clerk typist and Bill was assigned there, awaiting discharge, after completing over two years sea duty on the USS Raleigh. Pat and Bill were married August 16, 1947. Pat was the mother of three sons, Dan, Ron (Linda) and Terry.

She was the grandmother of Andrea Morris Bennett and the great- grandmother of Elliott Bennett. Pat was the eldest daughter of the late Annabelle and Dan Phillips. She was a sister to deceased twins, Ruthann and Norma Lee Goldbach; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Pat was a volunteer. She worked as receptionist in the ICU Dept.

at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. She worked at the Baldwin Food Bank at St. Elizabeth's. Years ago she worked in the kitchen at Brentwood Meals on Wheels and more recently, she and Bill delivered meals for the Brentwood location. She had been a member of Eastern Star.

Visitation will be held Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, where Services will be held Tuesday, 11 a.m. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Park. www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences at MUSTAKAS GEORGE MATHEOS Age 84, of Vandergrift, PA, passed away unexpectedly, on April 19, 2012. George was born in Vandergrift on February 6, 1928 to the late Matheos and Viola (Minefski) Mustakas.

George is survived by his son, Arthur George Mustakas, of Key West, FL; his daughter, Crystal Bennett of Bridgewater, PA, and June Solomon. He will be missed by his many friends at West Haven Manor. George was preceded in death by his brother, Arthur in 1939. A viewing and service will be held at the DUNMIRE KERR FUNERAL HOME, 244 Franklin Avenue, Vandergrift, PA on Wednesday, April 25 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Dormition of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church, 12 Washington Avenue, Oakmont, PA 15139. Send condolences at.