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Mar 26 2014 Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH POST-GAZETTE 27, 2014 WWW.POST-GAZETTE.COM C-4 C-4 Cont. from Previous Page Cont. on Next Page SUSAN Of Brookline, on Monday, March 24, 2014. Wife of the late William beloved mother of Michele (Kenneth) Robben, John (Mary) and Eric and Kelly (John) Eckman; sister of Nancy Redinger; grandmother of Matthew, Kiera, Lauren, and John. Friends may call at THE FRANK F.

DeBOR FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICES, 1065 Brookline 412-561-0380, THURSDAY ONLY, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where services will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. www.deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences at PETERS REBECCA B. (BRIGGS) Of Ross in her 103rd year, on Tuesday, March 25, 2014. Wife of the late Harold F. Peters; daughter of the late Samuel R.

and Ethel M. Briggs of New Jersey. Survived by nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. Becky was a member of Perry Highland Club, Pittsburgh Symphony North Auxiliary, Passavant Auxiliary, and longtime member of Northmont Presbyterian Church. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.

at T.B. DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 806 Perry North Hills, where services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Northmont Presbyterian Church, 8169 Perry Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Send condolences at PUZNIAK THOMAS JOHN, Jr. Age 53, of West Deer Township, formerly of Smithfield, Virginia, passed away suddenly on March 8, 2014, while on business in London, UK.

He was born October 5, 1960, in New Kensington, PA. Tom is survived by his parents, Tom and Marie Puzniak; his sisters, Nancy (Bill) Lawrence and Karen (Oscar) Douma; nieces and nephews, Megan (Mark) Swanson, Lauren (Vito) Digilio, James Lawrence, Ryan Brady, and Rebecca Lawrence. Friends and relatives will be received 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, March 28, 2014, at the ADAM SIEMIANOWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 179 Starr Road, Russellton, West Deer PA 15076. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, March 29, 2014, at St. Victor Roman Catholic Church, 527 Bairdford Road, Bairdford, West Deer Twp.

PA 15006. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to St. Vincent de Paul in care of St. Victor Church, P.O. Box 149, Bairdford PA 15006.

For online condolences visit: www.westdeerfuneralhome.com Send condolences at RANKIN RALPH RICHARD Age 71, of Bridgeville, on Saturday, March 22, 2014. Son of the late Ralph W. and Mildred Nelson Rankin; brother of Lee N. (Maria) Rankin; companion of Janet G. Miller with whom he lived very happily with; stepfather of Richard Miller, Jennifer (Jason) Vanhorn, and the late Michael Miller; grandfather of Emma, Jeremy, Tyler, and Vincent.

Friends welcome Friday, March 28, 2014, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Road, Scott where a service will be held at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations suggested to American Liver Foundation, 100 Station Square PA 15219. www.slaterfuneral.com CLASSIFIED OBITUARIES ESPOSITO DONALD R. On Tuesday, March 25, 2014, of Brookline, age 83.

Beloved husband of the late Janet Lanzy Esposito; loving father of Mary Jo Bellovich, Donna Duffy (Brian), Rocky Esposito (Patti), and Melisa "Pebbles" Esposito; Pop Pop of Bradley (Brittany) and Corey Bellovich, Ryan, Colin, Elizabeth and Shane Duffy, Carmen, Dominic and Giani Esposito, J.R. and Anthony Dandrea; brother of Eleanor Dimitroff (Cy) and the late Edward, John, Richie and Ronald Esposito; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received at the BAGNATO FUNERAL HOME, 50 Jefferson Carnegie, Thurs. 6-8 p.m. and Friday 2-8 p.m.

Funeral Mass in St. Pius Church Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Don was a Korean War veteran. He was a member of the IATSE local 3. He was an avid sports fan favoring the Pittsburgh Pirates.

He loved gardening and Cape May and most of all spending time with his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Alzheimer's Association, 1100 Liberty Ste. E-201, PA 15222. Add a tribute at: www.bagnatofuneralhome.com Send condolences at GALLAGHER ELEANORE COYNE On Sunday, March 23, 2014, beloved wife of the late Raymond J. Gallagher, mother of Brian P.

Gallagher, Jamie C. Gallagher (Mindy), Patty Gallagher, and Margaret W. Gallagher; grandmother of James, Brendan and Ryan Gallagher; daughter of the late Senator James J. and Margaret Coyne; sister of the late Patrick, Eugene, James and Thomas Coyne, Margaret Laffey, Anne Holbach, Katherine and Grace Coyne; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at JOHN A.

FREYVOGEL SONS, INC. (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Thursday, March 27, 2014, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Friday, March 28, 2014. Mass of Christian Burial Paul Cathedral 10 a.m. Remembrances may be made to Vincentian Home, 111 Perrymont Road, PA 15237.

Send condolences at GEHL RAYMOND M.D. At 10:27 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Gita Gehl; father of Richard Stanley Gehl, M.D., Leonard Gerald Gehl, M.D. and the late Daniel Gehl; grandfather of Eric, Michael, Jacob Gehl and Charlotte Rouchouze; great-grandfather of Ellie, Justin, Damien, Zev, Meris, Eli, and Molly.

Ray was a flight surgeon and major in the Air Force during WWII. Funeral Service Friday 10:30 a.m. in Temple Emanuel of South Hills, 1250 Bower Hill Mt. Lebanon, Interment to follow in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Temple Emanuel section.

Arrangements entrusted to WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, (412-563-2800). Donations may be made in name to Association, 1100 Liberty St. E-201, PA 15220. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at GERSTER JOHN W. II On Monday, March 24, 2014, John W.

Gerster II, beloved husband of the late Eleanor M. Gerster; beloved father of John W. (Janet) Gerster III, and Laurie Gerster (Ron) Baldauf; beloved grandfather of Ashley, Ronnie and Samantha Baldauf, Rachel and Kelly Gerster, and Tiana Howard; great-grandfather of Aurora Paracca; brother of late Susan Donovan, Bonnie Farren, and Harold and Ron Gerster. John was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War.

Friends received Thursday, March 27, 2014, 7-9 p.m. and Friday, March 28, 2014, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, GIAMPOLO IRMA SCENNA Age 94, of Oakland, passed away peacefully at Schenley Gardens on Monday, March 24, 2014, under the compassionate care of Gateway Hospice. She was born on December 2, 1919, daughter of the late Venanzo and Maria (Ferzoco).

She was raised in Greenfield and graduated from Taylor Allderdice High School in 1938. Devoted wife of Carl "Gimp" for 71 years. She is survived by her children, Carlino, Carol (Regis Speck) and Gary; two grandchildren, Gary and Lorraine; and two great-grandchildren, Alexis and Dante. "In every gesture dignity and love," were words written about her in the 1938 Taylor Allderdice yearbook. She lived those words every day of her life.

That was her grace. That was what came naturally to her. Visit www.Giampolo.net for a special tribute to this exceptional woman. Friends will be received on Thursday, March 27, 2014, from 2-8 p.m. at JOHN A.

FREYVOGEL SONS, 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street in Oakland. Funeral Friday, March 28, 2014, Mass of Christian Burial, St. Paul Cathedral 11 a.m. Private entombment in Calvary Cemetery. Send condolences at GONDA ELLYN HENRIETTA 77, of Scott on Monday, March 24, 2014.

Beloved wife of Robert Francis Gonda; daughter of the late John L. and Helen F. Mesarchik; loving sister of Joan (late Joseph) Scrima, Clement (Debbie) Mesarchik, Leonard (Janet) Mesarchik, and Darlene Mesarchik (George Tomasic); sister-in-law of Bernard (Betty) Gonda of Las Cruces, New Mexico, Richard (Victoria) Gonda of Johnstown, PA, and Rita (Charles) Davies of Indianapolis, Indiana; and numerous nieces and nephews that will mourn her passing. Friends welcome Thursday, March 27, 2014, 6-9 p.m. in WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL HOME, (412-563-2800), 1650 Greentree Road, Scott Twp.

Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 28, 2014, in S.S. Simon Jude Church. Burial in All Saints Braddock Catholic Cemetery, Braddock Hills, PA. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at HAAS RICHARD R.

69, of Avalon, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2014. Loving husband of the late Linda J. (Stephany) Haas; beloved father of Michelle (Zachary Ashbaugh) Haas; grandfather of Mirielle Haas and Aurora Ashbaugh; brother-in-law of Paul Stephany and Carol (Jim) Melvin; also survived by numerous loved ones. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. in Christ Our Redeemer, Northside Catholic Cemetery.

Arrangements by H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC. Condolences may be offered at: www.brandtfuneralhome.com Send condolences at HARPER-SMITH JACQUELINE B. Quietly passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2014. Beloved wife, daughter, sister, mother-in-law, grandmother.

A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. WEST FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Wylie Ave. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. in the Good Samaritan Baptist Church, 2500 Webster Interment Allegheny Cemetery.

Send condolences at HAWK FLORENCE B. Age 88, of Turtle Creek, passed away, at her home, on Wednesday, March 26, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Harold R. "Bud" Hawk; loving mother of Kathy (Rod) Gisi, Mark (Patty) Hawk of Level Green, and Doyle Hawk of Collier; proud grandmother of Mark (Sharon) Hawk, Tim (Juli) Gisi, Kris (Katja) Gisi, Cybil (Joel) Akmal, and Shelly (Brian) Nash; devoted great-grandmother of Brooke, Morgan, Joshua, Alexis, Owen, Ryan, Lauren, Ethan, and Daniel. She was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.

Also survived by many special nieces, nephews, and friends. Florence enjoyed crosswords and playing cards with family and friends. Friends will be received Friday 2-8 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY, corner of (118) Shaw and Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek, (412-823-1950). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m.

on Saturday at St. Colman Parish. Interment to follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial. In HEINZ DOROTHY Age 87, on March 23, 2014, formerly of Castle Shannon. Preceded in death by her dear family, Sister Michael Marie, CDP and Emma Honan.

NO VISITATION. Arrangements by STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, 412-321-0495. Blessing Service Friday 12 Noon in Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel. Send condolences at HOOVER WILLIS L.

Age 92, of Penn Hills, on Wednesday, March 26, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Ruth (Hopkins) Hoover; father of Wayne Hoover (Holly Bell) and Larry (Sandy) Hoover; grandfather of Eric, Brittni, Austin, and Christopher; brother of Dorothy Lepart; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by one brother and three sisters. Friends will be received Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the FINDLAY C.

WYLIE FUNERAL HOME, 11311 Frankstown Penn Hills, where a Funeral Service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. Send condolences at JAROS FRANCES G. Age 93, of the South Side, peacefully on Tuesday, March 25, 2014. Wife of the late Michael Jaros; beloved mother of Bonnie Saras and the late Eugene Jaros. John Saras, son of her heart; dear grandmother of John Christina, Jeffrey (Jenn), and Allison; great- grandmother of Aiden, Griffen, and Addison; sister of the late Anthony, Walter, and Sylvester Becinski.

Friends received Thursday 12-4 and 6-9 p.m. THOMAS J. GMITER FUNERAL HOME, 2323 E. Carson St. Funeral Prayer Friday at 9 a.m.

Mass of Christian Burial in St. Peter Church, Prince of Peace Parish at 10 a.m. www.thomasjgmiterfh.com Send condolences at KEREKES JOSEPH D. Age 82, peacefully surrounded by his family, on Monday, March 24, 2014, of Brentwood. Devoted husband of 58 years to Marietta A.

(Morrissey) Kerekes; loving father of Joseph (Linda), James, William (Becky), Daniel (Jennifer), Karen Griener, and Colleen Kerekes; cherished grandfather of 13 and proud great- grandfather of three; brother of Robert (Marion) Kerekes and the late Mary Louise Kerekes; also survived by loving nieces and nephews. Joe was a member of UFCW Meat Cutters Union. He was always active in his children's sporting events and enjoyed fishing. He is now happily drawing pictures for all the angels, sharing all the beauty he experienced in life. Friends will be received at the JOHN F.

SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, 15227, Wednesday, March 26, 2014, and Thursday, March 27, 2014, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Friday morning, March 28, 2014, at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sylvester Church at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Arthritis Foundation, 100 W.

Station Square Drive, Suite 1950, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 or Alzheimer's Association Greater Pennsylvania Chapter, 1100 Liberty Suite E-201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Please send condolences to: www.johnfslater.com Send condolences at KOSKI ZACHARY EDWARD Age 32, suddenly, on Tuesday, March 25, 2014, of Shaler Twp. Beloved son of Mary (Hollern) and Jeffrey Koski; loving brother of Nicholas and Sarah Koski; dear uncle of Tatum Koski; dear grandson of Irene and the late Edward Koski and the late Joe and Elma Hollern; also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Zach loved music, playing his guitar, the Pittsburgh Penguins, and his dog, Bailey. Friends will be received Friday 2-4 and 6-9 p.m.

at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Mt. Royal Glenshaw. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Glenshaw, on Saturday at 12 Noon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Autism Speaks Through Team Tatum.

www.walknowforautismspeaks.o Send condolences at LaSOTA DAVID WARREN Age 78, of Crafton, peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Beloved husband of Carolyn (Allshouse) LaSota; loving father of Laura (Greg) Sylvester of Jefferson Hills, Lisa (Terry) McWilliams of Portsmouth, RI, David (Kate) LaSota of Patton, PA, John (Tracey) LaSota of Robinson and the late Leslie LaSota; nine grandchildren, David LaSota, Ross and Ryan (Katie) Sylvester, Michael and Melissa McWilliams, Hannah and Elijah LaSota, and Nolan and Kylie LaSota; one great-grandson, Derek Sylvester; brother of Diane Miscoski of Baldwin Park, CA and the late Russell LaSota; also survived by nieces and nephews. Warren retired after 35 years of service from Bell Telephone, and Lucent. He was a former Crafton volunteer fireman, council member, and coach with CIT Baseball and Crafton Little Cougars Football teams. Friends received 6-8 p.m.

Thursday and 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the SCHEPNER McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, 165 Noble Crafton. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Philip Catholic Church.

In memory of love of reading, memorial contributions may be made to the Crafton Public Library, 140 Bradford Crafton, PA 15205. Send condolences at MALONEY THOMAS GLYNN Suddenly on Monday, March 24, 2014, Thomas "Glynn" Maloney. Beloved husband of the late Mary Lou (nee Herrly); loving father of Thomas and James Leo; proud grandfather of Jimmy, Michael and Mary. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo J. Maloney and Anna C.

(Taylor) Maloney; his sister, Anna Lee; his brothers, James, Leo and John F. (Marie). He is survived by his brother, Edward "Michael" (Barbara) Maloney and his sister, Theresa M. (John) Giltinan and many nieces and nephews. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER-STOVER INC.

FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Avenue, Crafton, on Friday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Pius Roman Catholic Church, 1030 Pioneer PA 15226, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Everyone please meet at church. Glynn was a long-time pharmacist in the communities of Ingram, PA.

(1962-1992) and McDonald, PA. (1993-2005). He was a genuine and devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He cherished his family, many friends, and the pharmacy profession. We have lost a truly wonderful man; our lives will not be the same without him.

If desired, memorials may be made to Saint Alexis School, 10090 Old Perry Highway, Wexford, PA 15090. Send condolences at McCORMICK DAVID BROWN Age 43, of Pittsburgh, died unexpectedly in Jamaica on March 22, 2014. David was predeceased by his father, Timothy J. McCormick; and grandparents, Beatrice and Hon. Richard E.

McCormick. He is immediately survived by his mother, Linda (Markle) McCormick; sisters, Meghan (Mike) Denny and Emily (Samir) Saba; and nephew, Luca Saba; his grandparents, Margaret and Gilbert Markle; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A private Memorial Service will be held at a future date. KEPPLE GRAFT FUNERAL HOME OF GREENSBURG, entrusted with the arrangements. For online information and condolences please visit: www.kepplegraft.com Send condolences at MICHELOTTI JOYCE MARIE (AUL) MINEO Age 73, of Prospect, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 25, 2014, while under the care of the Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford.

Born March 4, 1941, in Pittsburgh, Joyce was the daughter of the late Richard and Nora (Murphy) Aul. Joyce lived her life for her family as a homemaker and will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt who will be dearly missed. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her four children, Diane Karlik and her husband, Steve, of Virginia, Barbara Penfield and her husband, Raymond, of Ohio Township, Lisa Busse of Kilbuch Township and Richard Mineo and his wife, Julia, of Prospect; her brother, William Townsend and his wife, Candice, of North Huntingdon Township; 11 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by three husbands and a brother, James Aul. The Michelotti family will receive friends on Saturday, March 29, 2014, from 11 a.m.

until the time of a funeral ceremony at 1 p.m. at the GLENN KILDOO FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 130 Wisconsin Avenue, Cranberry Township. Joyce will be laid to rest in the Christ Our Redeemer Cemetery in Ross Township. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with family at: www.glennkildoofuneralhome.com Send condolences at NEIPORT RUTH Went to the Lord, March 25, 2014, age 84. Wife of the late Edward Neiport; longtime companion of 50 plus years of Walter Beglen; daughter of the late Ann and Walter Forsman; loving mother of Charles (Judy) Guiste and the late Ann (Robert) Vidra; sister of the late Lillian Long and the late George Guiste; also survived by five grand and ten great-grandchildren.

Visitation Friday only 4-8 p.m. at STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, 920 Cedar Ave. (across from A.G.H.). Send condolences at FEARS CLOIS D.

87, of Murrysville, died Tuesday, March 25, 2014, at home, surrounded by his family. He was born August 2, 1926, in Campti, Louisiana. He was the son of the late LeRoy F. and Lucille Sauce Fears. In addition to his parents, Clois was preceded in death by a sister, Brenda Pursley.

He served in the Merchant Marines during WWII and later in the United States Army as a Radio Engineer. Clois graduated from University of Pittsburgh with a degree in electrical engineering. He began his career with Westinghouse, then switched to home building. He would spend the better part of 35 years as a self-employed contractor, building beautiful residential homes throughout the area. Clois was also member of the Homewood Hunting Ranch for many years, where he spent wonderful times with family and friends.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Anne H. Fears of Murrysville; a daughter, Jane (Craig) Viti of Fox Chapel; two sons, John (Jeanine) Fears of Philadelphia and W.P. Fears of Murrysville; three grandchildren, Jack, Liliya, and Cole; a niece, Gina Pursley; and a nephew, Steven Pursley. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Mother of Sorrows Church, Murrysville, on Friday, March 28, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be private.

www.hartfuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences at MATAYA RONALD JAMES On Tuesday, March 25, 2014, Ronald, age 72, of Pittsburgh, PA. Son of the late Vincent J. and Julia (Kraffa) Mataya; loving father of Scott V. Mataya and Marc J. Mataya; brother of Eugene V.

Mataya; former husband of Geri (Geraldine) Mataya; long-term partner, Betsy Dailey. Ron was a 1959 graduate of Duquesne High School, he served in the U.S. Army and was a 1969 graduate of Penn State with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. Ron was a technology entrepreneur who started, owned, and operated a software company in the health and beauty industry in Pittsburgh.

Arrangements by the JAMES F. OLAH STEPHEN E. Age 94, of West Wyoming, and formerly of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 25, 2014, at Commonwealth Hospice, St. Villa, Wilkes-Barre, with his wife, Agnes, by his side. Born August 8, 1919, in Greenfield, PA, he was the son of the late John and Mary Olah.

He was a graduate of Ducane (Duquesne) University and received his Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a biochemist for the HJ Heinz Company in Pittsburgh.

Stephen was a member of St. Church of St. Parish, Exeter. In earlier years, he was particularly active in the church activities of St. John Fisher Church in Churchill and St.

Church in Wyoming. He was an avid golfer and he KOPEC JOSEPH P. Age 93, of Cranberry Township, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2014, while under the care of the Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born October 31, 1920, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Bronowicz) Kopec. Joseph was a proud U.S.

Army veteran who served during WWII. He was a member of the Harmony Lodge AM and the Valley of New Castle A.A.S.R. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather who will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered. He is survived by his children, Donna G. Kelminsky of Pittsburgh and John J.

Kopec of FL; his seven grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Elizabeth L. (Smerbeck) Kopec, whom he married on February 24, 1941, and passed away on February 22, 2005; three brothers; and one sister. family will welcome friends on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. at the GLENN KILDOO FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICES, 130 Wisconsin Avenue, Cranberry Township.

A Blessing Service, followed by Gerster; beloved father of John W. (Janet) Gerster III, and Laurie Gerster (Ron) Baldauf; beloved grandfather of Ashley, Ronnie and Samantha Baldauf, Rachel and Kelly Gerster, and Tiana Howard; great-grandfather of Aurora Paracca; brother of late Susan Donovan, Bonnie Farren, and Harold and Ron Gerster. John was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. Friends received Thursday, March 27, 2014, 7-9 p.m.

and Friday, March 28, 2014, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 460 Lincoln Bellevue, where Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2014, at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Allegheny County Memorial Park. www.ltmillerfuneralhome.com Send condolences at She was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.

Also survived by many special nieces, nephews, and friends. Florence enjoyed crosswords and playing cards with family and friends. Friends will be received Friday 2-8 p.m. at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY, corner of (118) Shaw and Triboro Avenues, Turtle Creek, (412-823-1950). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m.

on Saturday at St. Colman Parish. Interment to follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Colman Renovation Fund.

www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences at great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Elizabeth L. (Smerbeck) Kopec, whom he married on February 24, 1941, and passed away on February 22, 2005; three brothers; and one sister. family will welcome friends on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. at the GLENN KILDOO FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICES, 130 Wisconsin Avenue, Cranberry Township.

A Blessing Service, followed by Military Honors, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 31, 2014, at the funeral home, with Father John Gallagher, celebrant. He will be laid to rest in the Twin Valley Memorial Park in Delmont. If desired, memorial contributions may be made in his honor in support of St. Jude Research Hospital, P.O.

Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis, TN 38148. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with family at: www.glennkildoofuneralhome.com Send condolences at Julia (Kraffa) Mataya; loving father of Scott V. Mataya and Marc J. Mataya; brother of Eugene V. Mataya; former husband of Geri (Geraldine) Mataya; long-term partner, Betsy Dailey.

Ron was a 1959 graduate of Duquesne High School, he served in the U.S. Army and was a 1969 graduate of Penn State with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering. Ron was a technology entrepreneur who started, owned, and operated a software company in the health and beauty industry in Pittsburgh. Arrangements by the JAMES F.

KUTCH FUNERAL HOMES CREMATORY. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, March 29, 2014, at The Willow Restaurant, 634 Camp Horne Pittsburgh, PA 15237, from 12 p.m. to with a eulogy at 1:00 p.m. www.kutchfuneralhome.org Send condolences at Olah. He was a graduate of Ducane (Duquesne) University and received his Ph.D.

from the University of Pittsburgh. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a biochemist for the HJ Heinz Company in Pittsburgh. Stephen was a member of St.

Church of St. Parish, Exeter. In earlier years, he was particularly active in the church activities of St. John Fisher Church in Churchill and St. Church in Wyoming.

He was an avid golfer and he especially enjoyed his winters in Fort Meyers, Florida. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Marie Vasaloff; brothers, John Olah and Dr. George Olah; and sister, Mary Zaletski. Surviving are his wife of 34 years, the former Agnes Charney; numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff at St.

Villa as well as Hospice of the Sacred Heart for their wonderful care and support. Funeral Service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday from BEDNARSKI FUNERAL HOME, 168 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Church of St.

Parish, Exeter. Interment will be held in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton. Military honors will be conducted by the AMVETS honor guard. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. Send condolences at OVERAND WILLIAM H. On Tuesday, March 25, 2014, age 83, of Etna. Son of the late James and Nancy Boyd Overand; brother of the late Esther A. Cakall, Mildred R.

Templin and James H. Overand; brother-in-law of Beverly A. Overand and the late William Templin and Richard Cakall. Omo was a lifetime member of the Jockey Club, past member of the DOH Club and former Commander of the VFW Post 9197 in Etna, and an Army vet of the Korean War. Friends received Friday 2 4 and 6 8 p.m.

at the OGRODNIK HAHN FUNERAL HOME, 333 Butler Street, Etna, where a Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. Send condolences at.