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Jan 02 2014 Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH POST-GAZETTE 3, 2014 WWW.POST-GAZETTE.COM B-4 B-4 By Colman McCarthy The Washington Post Andrew Jacobs an Indiana Democrat who served under seven presidents during his 30 years in the House of Representatives, who was known as both a social liberal and a fiscal hawk and who was once described by consumer advocate Ralph Nader as conscience of the died Saturday at his home in Indianapolis. He was 81. Gary Taylor, a family friend and former campaign manager, told The Associated Press that Mr. Jacobs had been in declin- ing health in recent years but did not cite a specific cause of death. He was treated for cancer several years ago.

Mr. Jacobs was a longtime member of the House Ways and Means Committee, which he sometimes called the Mean Ways Committee because he thought it often passed bills hurtful to those on margins. His legislative battles included advocating for public financing for elections, a balanced federal budget, voting rights and civil rights, closing tax breaks and loopholes, and opposing wars that he believed be won, explained or afforded. Mr. Jacobs, whose election to Congress in 1964 was aided by the tailwind of Lyndon B.

overwhelming defeat of Barry Goldwater in the presidential contest, was an early opponent of the Vietnam War. He consistently opposed every U.S. war thereafter, which he described as pseudo-macho presidential in his 1999 book, 1600 Killers: A Wake-Up Call for He also wrote in the book that he coined the phrases and in the 1960s to describe those who were too willing to send others but never around to going With strong pacifist leanings, Mr. Jacobs was one of about 40 House members and a half-dozen senators who supported legislation to allow citizens to opt out of federal taxes earmarked for the military. The Religious Freedom Peace Tax Fund Act never made it out of committee.

In domestic legislation, Mr. Jacobs, who served in a district representing parts of Indianapo- lis, called himself a who sometimes skewered both sides of the political spectrum. you want to know about waste in the Department of Health and Human Services, best not to ask a he wrote in 1600 you want to know about waste at the Pentagon, waste time with a In favoring what he saw as fiscal accountability, Mr. Jacobs was sometimes derided by critics as a penny-pincher. He believed he was the opposite: a billions-pincher.

Backing him, the National Taxpayers Union said the persistent voting record against governmental waste, fraud and cor- ruption saved the country billions of Andrew Jacobs whose father was a judge and one-term member of the House of Representatives, was born Feb. 24, 1932, in Indianapolis. After high school, he joined the Marines and was dispatched to the Korean War, where he suffered combat wounds. He graduated from Indiana University in 1955 and its law school in 1958. He was a deputy and a lawyer before entering the Indiana state legislature in 1959.

He failed in his first campaign for Congress in 1962 but was successful in 1964. He lost his seat in 1972 but came back to win two years later and served until retiring in 1997. ANDREW JACOBS JR. Feb. 24, 1932 Dec.

28, 2013 Indiana congressman, Cont. from Previous Page Cont. on Next Page CLASSIFIED OBITUARIES DiMICHELE DOLORES Age 79, of Stowe peacefully, with her family by her side, on Tuesday, December 31, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Dominic DiMichele; dear mother of David (Amy), Dominic (Joanie), Dino (Ursala) DiMichele, Donna (Al) Weisser and Daren (Patricia) DiMichele; also survived by 16 grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and brother, Thomas (Kathy) Trapuzzano. Family and Friends welcome Thursday 4-8 and Friday 2-8 at the ANTHONY M.

MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, 700 7th McKees Rocks, 412-331-0900. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 10 a.m. St. John of God Parish, The Church at St. Please view our online guestbook at: www.musmannofh.com Send condolences at ENDLER C.

DAVID Age 64, of Trafford, passed away on December 10, 2013 of Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer). David was born in Spangler on January 3, 1949, the son of the late Clair and Elizabeth Ann Miller Endler. David graduated from Cambria Heights High School and then served in the army from 1967-1970 during the Vietnam War. He continued his education from Cambria- Rowe Business College graduating in 1972. David married Ann Moyer Endler on September 22, 1973 for just over 40 years.

David worked as an auto garage manager up until his illness. He enjoyed golf, landscaping, drawing, and spending time with his family. David is survived by his wife, Ann; his two sons, Joseph (Arlinda) and James (Lisa) Endler; his grandchildren, Sean and Zachary Endler; a brother, Theodore Endler (Alice); a brother-in-law, Warren Angus; and many loving nieces and nephews. David was preceded in death by his sister, Linda Angus. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m.

on Saturday, January 4, 2014 in St. Regis Church, 517 Homewood Trafford, with Fr. David Nazimek as celebrant, with military honors to follow. A Memorial Visitation will be held that Saturday from 1-3 p.m. in JOHN M.

DOBRINICK FUNERAL HOME 702 7th St. (State Rt. 130), Trafford 412-372-3111. The family would like to express thanks to the many caregivers from the VA in Oakland and the H.J. Heinz Hospice, where he passed.

For directions or to leave condolences, please visit: www.dobrinickfhinc.com Send condolences at FARQUHAR WINIFRED P. 83, of Rostraver formerly of Monongahela and Pleasant Hills, died Monday, December 30, 2013, in the Center for Compassionate Care in Mt. Lebanon. Born in Metuchen, NJ on March 27, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert Lewis and Anna (Jensen) Peakes. Winifred was a graduate in Psychology from Bucknell University in 1952.

In addition to her parents, Winifred was preceded in death by her former husband, Dr. James Harvey Farquhar. A homemaker, Mrs. Farquhar was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Monongahela and was involved with the Junior League of Monongahela. She is survived by her daughter, Sandy (Farquhar) Davis of Sunset Beach, CA; son, James Bruce Farquhar of Sterling, VA; two grandsons, Brandon Davis and Sean Davis; and a granddaughter, Nichole Farquhar Bickerton.

There will be no public visitation, and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the JAMES C. STUMP FUNERAL HOME 580 Circle Drive, Belle (724-929-7934) www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com Send condolences at FERRONE ROCCO R. Age 90, of Port Charlotte, FL, formerly of O'Hara Twp. on Dec.

31, 2013. Beloved husband of Teresa; loving father of Rochelle (Charles) Tritt, Carla (Paul Pugliese) Ferrone and Rock (Marcia) Ferrone; grandfather of 13; great-grandfather of three; brother of Angelina McDermott; son of the late Anthony and Carmella Ferrone; he also leaves behind many nieces and nephews. Rocco founded and published the Motor Mart. He was a very intelligent man who loved to read and could even make strangers feel special. He was proud to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and he is now happy to be home.

Visitation will be held on Jan. 4, 2014 from 2-4 and from 6 until the time of service at 8 p.m. at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY, 930 Center Blawnox. Interment private.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army. Send condolences at GODFREY RENATE MARTHA Age 60, of Shaler on December 29, 2013. Wife of Robert mother of Christopher M. Loren; daughter of Erica and the late Werner Eibe. Visitation Sat.

11 a.m. until the time of the service at NOON at NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Glenshaw. Interment private. Please visit us at: www.neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at KASSAB MARIANA Of Brookline, on Wednesday, January 1, 2014.

Wife of the late Nehmeh; beloved mother of Houda Kassab, Maha Fahed, Eva Nehme, Joumana Khalil, Antoine Kassab, Elias Kassab, Adele Fayad; sister of Elaine Lattouf; also 16 grand; five great-grand. Friends may call at THE FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICE, 1065 Brookline 412-561-0380, FRIDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Divine Liturgy Saturday at 11 a.m. in Our Lady of Victory Church, 1000 Lindsay Scott Twp.

Service of Incense Friday evening at 7 p.m. www.deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences at KEMP GLENN Quietly passed on December 26, 2013. Son of the late John D. Kemp, Jr. and Janice B.

Kemp; he is the loving father of Tonya Reid, John D. Kemp Burgess, Erica Kemp Rivers; grandfather of eight grandchildren; brother of Carlotta K. (Rev. Ricky) Burgess; and one stepbrother Dameon Hill. Friends may call Saturday, January 4, 2014, 9 a.m.

until time of service at 11 a.m. at Nazarene Baptist Church. Interment Homewood Cemetery. Services entrusted to WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 412-241-7998. Send condolences at KLEMENTS RAYMOND T.

Age 91, of Bridgeville, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2014 at home, where he resided for the last 57 years with his loving wife of 70 years, Mary (Partridge) Klements. Also survived by daughter, Trudy Lynn (Tom Jr.) Cassidy; granddaughter, Mary Kathleen Cassidy; sisters-in-law, Celine Noblit of Largo, FL, Elaine Maleski of Cecil, PA, Katherine Partridge of Scott many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, cousins and dear friends. Born in McDonald on November 11, 1922 to the late Joseph and Mathilda Klements. He was preceded in death by brothers, Albert, Joseph, Edward, Oscar, and Elmer; sisters, Violet and Tillie. Raymond served as 1877th Aviation Engineer in Africa and China, Burma, India Theatres during WW II.

He was a driver for Matlack Trucking for 29 years before retiring in 1984. Ray was a 70-year member of the Slovenian National Benefit Society. Ray enjoyed listening to polka music, taking care of his Cadillac, and spending quality time with family and friends. He had a pilot license and had enjoyed many hours of flying his daughter in a single-engine plane out of Airport. He was also a member of American Legion Post 823 in Green Tree.

Raymond was known to all in the neighborhood as He will be deeply missed by all. Family and friends will be received Saturday, 7-9 p.m. and Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the WARCHOL FUNERAL HOME, 3060 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, (412-221-3333), where a Service will be held Monday at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Research Foundation or the Bridgeville Public Library.

View and add condolences at: www.warcholfuneralhome.com Send condolences at KOVACIC HELEN (BANDIK) Of West Newton, formerly of North Braddock, died peacefully Wednesday, January 1, 2014, at home with her family by her side. She was the wife of the late Peter P. Kovacic; mother of Pat (Jack) Terrick and Dawn (Robert) Sutton; and Baba to Melissa (Terrick) Goodrich, Andrew Terrick, Lisa (Sutton) Bettinger, Christine (Sutton) Reagan, April (Sutton) Boggs and Lauren (Sutton) Burke. She is also survived by 14 great- grandchildren; and a number of nieces, nephews and friends. Helen was preceded in death by her sisters, Mary Krivda, Anna Bandik, Veronica Tokar and Agnes Babjak; and her brothers, George Bandik (surviving spouse Eleanore Bandik), Michael Bandik and John Bandik.

Friends are welcome from 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, January 3, 2014 at the SCHLEIFER FUNERAL CHAPEL, 534 Jones Avenue, North Braddock, 412-271-1361. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Saturday in Good Shepherd Roman Catholic Church, Braddock.

Interment to follow in Monongahela Cemetery. Send condolences at LASH JEAN KENNEDY Of Freedom, passed away on December 31, 2013 at Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford. She was the beloved wife of Rev. Robert S. Lash; and loving mother of Cheryl (Ronald) Wenner of Oklahoma, Mark (Lynda) Kennedy of Franklin Park, Timothy Kennedy of Erie, John (Carrie) Kennedy of McKean; and stepdaughters, Rita Lash of Melbourne, FL and Kathy William) Fuller of Brighton Heights; she also was the proud grandmother of seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

She was dearly loved not only by family and friends, but members of her book club and two special people in her life, Jack and Kay Rimer. In addition to cherishing her role as a wife, she was a registered nurse and took great pride in being the first married women accepted into the Washington Hospital School of Nursing as a commuting student. LEIDNER JEANNE BERNICE On Wednesday, January 1, 2014, of Wilkinsburg. She will be sadly missed by Carol A. Bittner and her family and friends.

Jeanne worked as an accountant for 25 years with the and 12 years with Giant Eagle. Ms. Leidner was a resident of the L.G.A.R. in Turtle Creek. Friends received 2-9 p.m.

FRIDAY ONLY at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, 7441 Washington Swissvale. A Service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday morning at 10 a.m. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences at LYNN WINIFRED E. (JONES) Age 86, a Coraopolis resident since 1967, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2014, at Ohio Valley Hospital.

She was born in Sewickley on November 9, 1927 to the late Alexander W. and Bessie (Miller) Jones. Beloved wife of 64 years to Eugene Lynn; loving mother of Faye Lynn of Coraopolis, Deborah Sair of Pittsburgh and Eugene Lynn, Jr. of Seven Fields; cherished grandmother of Barry, Marcus E. and Tyler P.

Lynn; proud great- grandmother of Iyanna and Skylar Lynn. She was preceded in death by seven siblings. She was a member of St. Matthews AME Zion Church where she served as a church missionary. She had a wonderful ability of making everyone she met feel like a friend.

She was a "great mom" who was greatly loved and will be dearly missed. Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 at CORAOPOLIS, 867 Fifth where Service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. LYNN WINIFRED E. (JONES) Age 86, a Coraopolis resident since 1967, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2014, at Ohio Valley Hospital. She was born in Sewickley on November 9, 1927 to the late Alexander W.

and Bessie (Miller) Jones. Beloved wife of 64 years to Eugene Lynn; loving mother of Faye Lynn of Coraopolis, Deborah Sair of Pittsburgh and Eugene Lynn, Jr. of Seven Fields; cherished grandmother of Barry, Marcus E. and Tyler P. Lynn; proud great- grandmother of Iyanna and Skylar Lynn.

She was preceded in death by seven siblings. She was a member of St. Matthews AME Zion Church where she served as a church missionary. She had a wonderful ability of making everyone she met feel like a friend. She was a "great mom" who was greatly loved and will be dearly missed.

Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 at CORAOPOLIS, 867 Fifth where Service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. Entombment will follow in Coraopolis Cemetery. Send condolences at MACZUZAK JOHN ANTHONY 72, died suddenly, on Dec. 27, 2013, following a brief illness. He most recently resided in Freedom, PA.

John was born in Ellsworth, PA, to Peter and Catherine Maczuzak. An avid athlete, John was awarded a football scholarship in 1959 to attend the University of Pittsburgh, where he also played basketball. He was a member of 1963 famed football team before being drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs the following year. After one season, John returned to finish his B.S. degree in electrical engineering from Pitt, after which he joined the National Works of U.S.

Steel in McKeesport, PA. During his 31 years with USS, John held several management positions, including general manager of USS Fairless Works (Fairless Hills, PA) and vice president of operations of (Lorain, OH). He left U.S. Steel in 1996 and soon thereafter was appointed president and COO of National Steel Corp. at its Mishawaka, IN headquarters.

He stayed at National Steel until its acquisition by U.S. Steel in 2003, after which he retired to Western Pennsylvania. John was preceded in death in 2006 by his wife of 42 years, Janet Hamilton Maczuzak. He is survived by his daughter, Amy of Pittsburgh; his son, John David; daughter-in-law, Cindy; and granddaughter, Kathryn of North Huntingdon; and his son, Vern of New York City. Other survivors include his companion, Rose Marie Wintermantel; three brothers, four sisters, and several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are welcome 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the THOMPSON MARODI FUNERAL HOME, 809 Main Street, Bentleyville (724-239-2255), and from 10 to 11 a.m., the hour of a Memorial Service, Sat. Jan. 4, 2014 at the Pigeon Creek United Presbyterian Church, 45 Church Road, Eighty Four, with the Rev. Robert R.

Long, officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in his memory to the charity of your choice. Visit www.thompson-marodi.com to leave a condolence message, order flowers and share photos. Send condolences at MANGANARO DOROTHY Age 88, of Mt. Washington, on Monday, December 30, 2013.

Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral Mass at St. Mary of the Mount Church on Saturday at 10 a.m. INTERMENT PRIVATE. Arrangements entrusted to WM. SLATER SONS, INC.

(412-381-3345), Mt. Washington. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at MARAUGHA ELIZABETH E. Age 84, of Pittsburgh, on Tuesday, December 31, 2013. Beloved wife of 64 years of Joseph Maraugha; dear mother of Joanne (Dale) Kinkead, Donald (Debra) Maraugha, Donnalee (Ben) Roman and Keith (Valerie) Maraugha; loving grandmother of Shawn, Kim, Donald, Joseph, Brian, Heather, Benjamin, Jason and Justin; special great-grandmother of Kaitlyn, Tyler, Chase, Melanie, Kaylee and Colton.

Family and friends welcome Thursday 6-8 p.m. Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Scott where Funeral Service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. Interment Jefferson Memorial Park. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at McSWIGAN LOIS RIHN Age 79, of Bloomfield Hills, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on December 30, 2013.

Loving wife of Charles H. McSwigan, Jr. for 55 years; dear mother of Diane McSwigan Coleman (Greg), Nancy McSwigan Czartorski (Paul), Susan McSwigan Kile (Mark) and Charles H. McSwigan III (Joanne); grandmother of Gregory, Cody, Angela, Tiffany, Keely, Paul, Lily, Maizy, Morgan, Keegan Charles; sister of Patricia Rihn Mannella and Gerrie Rihn Rigante; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Lois graduated from St.

COMAY ETHEL Age 97, on Tuesday, December 31, 2013, after a brief illness. Her beloved husband, Amos and son, Sholom both predeceased her. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah; and daughter-in-law, Estelle; her grandchildren, Laura Comay and husband, Arthur Burris of Washington, D.C., and Joseph Comay of Boulder, CO; and her great-grandchildren, Andrew and Matthew Burris; she is also survived by her sister, Ruth Solwitz; her brother-in-law, Myron Solwitz; sisters-in-law, Natalie Berez and Ann Comay; many nieces and nephews as well as devoted caregivers. Her siblings, Bertha Malamude, Betty Berez, Leatrice Buchwach, Ernest Berez, and Frances Klotz predeceased her. Ethel graduated from Carnegie Institute of Technology, Phi Beta Kappa.

She was active for most of her life in philanthropic organizations, particularly Na'amat, and was a lifelong member of Beth Shalom Congregation. She and her husband were dedicated to Jewish and Zionist causes locally, nationally, and internationally, and lived in Tel Aviv part of each year for many years. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Sunday at 11 a.m. Visitation one half hour prior to services (10:30 11 a.m.). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery.

Contributions in her memory may be made to the Amos and Ethel Comay Endowment Fund for Jewish Education of the Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh or to a charity of the donor's choice. www.Schugar.com Send condolences at DeVIVO JOE Longtime resident of Wilmette, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Judy; his son, Joe (Karen); his daughter, Kate (Matt Green) and his daughter Rebecca; five grandchildren, Samantha, Jacob and Josephine DeVivo, and Luka and Desmond Green. There will be a Memorial Celebration of Joe's life from 1:00 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at Michigan Shores Club, 911 Michigan Wilmette, IL.

In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer that memorial gifts be made in Joe's name to the NorthShore University HealthSystem Foundation, Kellogg Cancer Center or Habitat for Humanity. wmscottfuneralhome.com Send condolences at FRIEDMAN CYNTHIA A. On Wednesday, January 1, 2014. Beloved wife of 39 years to R. Bruce Friedman; loving mother of Jordann (Jay DePasse) Friedman of Pittsburgh and Julian (Aya Nagoshi) Friedman of New York City; sister of Joan Herr, Patricia Carley, Yvonne Martin, Peg Kudelka, Annette Tedeski, and Gregory Kudelka; beloved Nanny of Lewis and Josephina DePasse; also survived by many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Memorial Service at Temple David, 4415 Northern Pike, Monroeville, on Friday at 1 p.m. Visitation at Temple one hour prior to Service (Noon 1 p.m.). Contributions may be made to Beth Shalom Early Childhood In Memory of Cynthia Friedman, 5915 Beacon Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. www.schugar.com Send condolences at GRINNEN JoANN 83, of McMurray, PA and formerly of Wampum, PA died on Wednesday, January 1, 2014 following an extended illness.

Born October 8, 1930 in East Palestine, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late John J. and Louise B. McRoberts Mibuck. She was married for 44 years to Robert M. Grinnen who passed away March 24, 1991.

JoAnn owned and operated JoAnn's Beauty Shop in Wampum for many years. She was a member of the Wampum Presbyterian Church. She was an avid and accomplished bridge player with a Master's Designation. She also enjoyed cooking. Survivors include two daughters, Judy (Tom) Magazzine of Leesburg, VA, Jill (Dr.

George) Jastrzebski of Reston, VA; her companion, Karl Brammer of McMurray; three grandchildren, Monica (Blake) Byram, Ryan (Beata) Magazzine, David Jastrzebski; and two great-grandchildren, Grant and Grace Byram. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Huston and a brother, James B. Mibuck. Visiting hours will be held on Saturday January 4, 2014 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 1:00 p.m.

at the MARSHALL FUNERAL HOME, 341 Main Street, Wampum. Her pastor, Rev. Dr. William R. McGary will officiate.

Interment will follow in the Clinton Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to DAV or the Humane Society. Online condolences may be sent to: www.marshallsfh.com Send condolences at HERGENROEDER ROBERT F. Age 84, of Stowe on Thursday morning, January 2, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Etheldreda dear father of Robert A.

(partner Tom Mathews) Hergenroeder of Houston, TX, Patricia Weigand of Parkersburg, WV, Paul (partner Derick Shapiro) Hergenroeder of Cleveland, OH and the late Janet (surviving husband Michael) Kissel; grandfather of Mike (Cara McNamee) Weigand, Brenda (Anthony) Butler, Chris and Becky Kissel; also survived by his great-grandson, Owen Butler. Robert served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict from 1951 to 1953 and was a member of the Carpenters Local 211 for over 60 years. Visitation Sunday 1-4 p.m. at the ANTHONY M. MUSMANNO FUNERAL HOME, 700 7th McKees Rocks, 412-331-0900.

Mass of Christian Burial Monday 9:30 a.m. St. John of God Parish the Church at St. Memorial contributions may be donated in name to Focus on Renewal, 701 Chartiers McKees Rocks, PA 15136. Please view our online guestbook: www.musmannofh.com Send condolences at LASH JEAN KENNEDY Of Freedom, passed away on December 31, 2013 at Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford.

She was the beloved wife of Rev. Robert S. Lash; and loving mother of Cheryl (Ronald) Wenner of Oklahoma, Mark (Lynda) Kennedy of Franklin Park, Timothy Kennedy of Erie, John (Carrie) Kennedy of McKean; and stepdaughters, Rita Lash of Melbourne, FL and Kathy William) Fuller of Brighton Heights; she also was the proud grandmother of seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She was dearly loved not only by family and friends, but members of her book club and two special people in her life, Jack and Kay Rimer. In addition to cherishing her role as a wife, she was a registered nurse and took great pride in being the first married women accepted into the Washington Hospital School of Nursing as a commuting student.

For many years she was head nurse in the Coronary Care Unit of Monongahela Valley Hospital. A devout Christian and member of Dutilh United Methodist Church, she was an excellent Bible study teacher and musician, playing the organ and singing in a number of church and community choral groups. She was regarded by her family and friends as an exceptionally spiritual woman with extraordinary judgment and wisdom. A Memorial Celebration will be held January 18, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Dutilh United Methodist Church, 1270 Dutilh Cranberry Twp.

Memorials may be made to Dutilh United Methodist Church. Arrangements by DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY Send condolences at LUKANSKI JOHN LEWIS, Jr. 72 years old, of Southview, died Wednesday, January 1, 2014. Surviving are his Wife, Marcia Galloway Lukanski of Southview; son, John Thomas (Amy) Lukanski of Bridgeville; daughter, Lisa (JJ) Dorazio of Eighty Four; son, Michael Lukanski of N. Strabane stepdaughter, Marci (Bob) Sherko of Crafton; two stepsons, Joseph (Karen) Noel, and Jason (Kim) Noel, both of McDonald; four grandchildren, Ben, Anna, Tim, and Ashley; two sisters, Patricia (Wayne) Roth of Southview, and Carolyn (Don) Vosnick of Shrewsbury.

He was preceded in death by sister, Mary Ann Banko. Friends will be received 6-8 p.m. Saturday, and 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the COLEMAN TAYLOR FUNERAL SERVICES, 3378 Millers Run Road, (Rt. 50) Cecil, where Prayers of Transfer will be said at 11:30 a.m.

Monday, January 6, 2014, followed by a Christian Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church, Cecil, at 12:00 p.m., with Father Stan Gregorek, officiating. Interment will follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Cecil with full military honors accorded by VFW 191 and American Legion Post 92 Honor Guard. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes or Alzheimer's Associations. Or visit Send condolences at.

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