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Jan 02 2013 Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH POST-GAZETTE 3, 2013 WWW.POST-GAZETTE.COM C-3 C-3 Cont. on Next Page HAWTHORNE KERMIT, Jr. On December 15, 2012, Kermit quietly passed away at his home in Penn Hills, PA, at 74 years of age, after a vigilant battle with cancer. He is predeceased by his parents, Mabel Watkins Hawthorne and Kermit Hawthorne, and his sister, Joan Simms; Kermit is survived by his loving wife, Janyce Murray Hawthorne; his sister, Camilla H. Lundy of Cleveland, OH; three stepchildren, Everett Roderick (Donna) Utterback of Pittsburgh, PA, Kimberly Pugh of San Francisco, CA, and Tammy (Charles) Sumpter of Bowie, MD; also survived by seven grandchildren; seven great- grandchildren; a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and loyal friends.

A Memorial Celebration will be held on Friday, January 4, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in the Church of the Holy Cross, 7505 Kelly Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15208. Friends will be received by the family from a.m. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations are made in memory of Kermit Hawthorne, to The American Heart Association at http://honor.americanheart.org or University of Lung Transplant Fund, Attention Gary Dubin, Forbes Tower, Suite 8084, 3600 Forbes Avenue at Meyran Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. For more information, please call THE ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME, at 412-231-6226.

Send condolences at HELCH LORRAINE B. (DRATFINSKY) On Monday, December 31, 2012, age 81, of Spring Garden Ave. Beloved wife for 60 years of Regis W. Helch; loving mother of Regis J. (Carole) Helch, Lynn Anne (Ray) Harding, Kathleen Shipman, Timothy (Pam) Helch, and Theresa (Dale) Thorson; dear sister of Henry (Pat) Dratfinsky and Regis (Cathy) Dratfinsky; devoted grandmother of 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Family will welcome friends Wednesday 6-8 and Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, 388 Center West View 15229. Mass of Christian Burial in Most Holy Name Church on Friday at 9:30 a.m. Lorraine was a graduate of Holy Ghost High School and volunteered at Most Holy Name School for 28 years. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to Ladies of Fatima, America Needs Fatima, P.O.

box 341, Hanover, PA 17331. www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences at CARR EDNA HARRIET (CRICK) 88, of East McKeesport, passed away, Tuesday, January 1, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Herbert H. Carr; daughter of the late John C. and Florence Mellon Crick; and beloved sister of the late Theora Jean Crick.

She was an alumnus of Business Training College of Pittsburgh and attended the University of Pittsburgh. She was affiliated with the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, DC and later joined the Westinghouse electric Corporation in 1953, where she held administrative positions with the corporation for over 30 years. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of East McKeesport and affiliated Past Matron of Order of Eastern Star Corinth Chapter No. 229. There will be no public visitation.

Services will be private and arrangements are being made by the FORGIE-SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, East McKeesport. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that expressions of sympathy take the form of contributions to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Pittsburgh, PA 15237, or a charity of one's choice. Send condolences at CHEDWICK HARRY AUGUSTUS, "K.O", "HARRY THE HAT" 93, of West Mifflin on December 30, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Hoak of the Bowman family. Longtime employee of United States Steel Corporation Homestead Works.

Brother of Veronica Hanchulak, Catherine Benson, Porky and Ted Chedwick, and the late Betty Devine, Estelle Montooth, Clara David, Lillian Mehlferber and Robert Chedwick; father to Veronica (Ron) Reidenbaugh, Harry, Jr. "Butch" (Patty) and Jeffrey Chedwick. Preceded in death by children, Lawrence Gary (Rose) and Kevin (Robin) Chedwick; "Nin" to 17 grandchildren, 25 great- grandchildren; and "Grandpap" to five great-great-grandchildren. Friends and relatives will be received on Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 301 Curry Hollow Pleasant Hills. Interment will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park. www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences at CLARK RICHARD C. Age 82, of Plum Boro, on December 31, 2012. Beloved husband of 54 years to Mary Jane (Luketich) Clark; father of Kim (Steve) Heid; brother of the late Woodrow Clark and Marianne Riley; also survived by many nieces and nephews; brother-in-law of Pat Clark, Harvey Riley and Shirley Dunn; nephew of Dorothy Gensmer.

He was retired from Service Sales of Pittsburgh. Friends received Thursday Noon until service at 4 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES CHAPEL, 7450 Saltsburg Road (At Universal Road), Penn Hills. To honor his memory and love for animals, donations may be made to Western PA Humane Society, Western Pittsburgh. Send condolences at COSBY RICHARD ANTHONY, Sr.

Age 71, of the Hill District, passed away on December 27, 2012. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 4 p.m. in the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie PA 15219 with visitation 2 hours prior to service from 2 p.m. until time of service at 4 p.m.

Interment private. Send condolences at DAVIS MICHAEL A. Beloved son of the late Elizabeth and Richard Davis, of Bethel Park, formerly of Munhall and Delmont, PA, passed away peacefully on December 28, age 85. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, JoAnne Barnes Davis; and his son, Richard. Sam served in the U.S.

Navy and a veteran of WWII following graduation from Homestead High School. Retired from Allegheny County Police South Park Division where he served with distinction. Member of Elks Meyersdale, PA, American Legion Post F.O.P. Lodge and Boro's Twp. Police Assoc.

Preceded by his sisters, Margaret McFeeley, Elizabeth Cusack and Anna Mae Brickner. He survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday at GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME, 3511 Main where a Blessing Service will be held on Friday at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Michael's name to a charity of your choice.

F.O.P. Service Thursday 7:15 p.m. Please share your condolences at: georgeigreenfuneralhome.com Send condolences at DYKEMAN JOSEPH ELDER 58, of Chippewa Township, formerly of Pittsburgh, died on Monday, December 31, 2012. Son of Lois (Karstetter) Dykeman and the late Joseph Erwin Dykeman; brother of Jennifer (Robert) Foster and the late Robert Dykeman; uncle of Graceann Elise Foster. Memorial Service to be held Saturday, January 5, at 11 a.m.

in Trinity Church, 370 Beaver Street, Beaver, PA 15009. Funeral arrangements entrusted to SIMPSON FUNERAL CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Monaca. To share online condolences, get directions and other information, please visit: www.simpsonfuneralhome.com Send condolences at FARRELL IRA Age 86, of East Liberty, peacefully, on Monday, December 31, 2012. Mother of Vyda, Daphne, Hilarie, Aslyn, Joan, Stephen, Ellis, Magslyn, and Junior. She is also survived by a great host of grandchildren, other relatives, and friends.

Visitation Friday, 5 to 9 p.m. in the COSTON FUNERAL HOME, 427 Lincoln E. Liberty. Funeral Service on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. in The Church of the Holy Cross, 7507 Kelly Homewood.

www.costonfuneralhome.com Send condolences at FRANCIS MARIE J. 96, formerly of Monessen, passed away on Sunday, December 30, 2012, in Longwood at Oakmont. She was born May 28, 1916 in New York, New York, daughter of the late Gus and Anna Gustafson Croussouloudis. At age 3, her mother had passed and she was sent to Chios, Greece to be raised by her paternal aunt. She returned to the United States just prior to the start of World War II.

She was a member of St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church of Monessen. Mrs. Francis also enjoyed gardening and travel, was a great cook, and an animal lover. Surviving are her son, Dr.

George J. Francis and wife, Susan of Pittsburgh; a sister, Catherine Kanes of Maryland; and a brother, John and wife, Pauline Croussouloudis of Monessen; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. James Francis; a brother, George Croussouloudis, and; a sister, Angeline Kafkalas. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the RHOME FUNERAL HOME, family owned and operated as a member of the Golden Rule, 1209 Grand Monessen, where friends will be welcomed from 10:00 a.m 12 Noon, Thursday, January 3.

Services will be held at St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox, Thursday, January 3, 2013 at 12 Noon with Fr. Joseph DiStefano officiating. Interment will follow in the Grandview Cemetery, Monessen. Contributions may be made to the St.

Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church of Monessen or the Humane Society. Online condolences may be conveyed to FREY NENA M. (DelMASTRO) Age 55, of Dormont, on December 31, 2012. Loving wife of John; daughter of the late Dario and Wanda DelMastro; cherished mother of Jason O'Patchen, Anthony and Jack Damico; dear sister of Daria Palumbia (Gary), Dee Yurochko (Ron), Ricki Smith (Skip), Tony (Gina), Dino (Rhonda) and the late Louis (Pat) DelMastro; daughter-in-law of Sally and the late Buck Frey; adored friend of Becky Brown; treasured aunt, cousin and friend of many. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family are suggested.

Visitation Fri. from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 600 Dunster PA 15226. Funeral Mass Sat. at 10 a.m.

in St. Pius Church, 3040 Pioneer PA 15226, 412-343-1506 or www.ballfc.com Send condolences at GANTER ROBERT KARL, JR. Robert Karl Ganter, was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on August 11, 1928. He died peacefully Saturday afternoon at Medical Center Hospital. Robert graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1946 and promptly joined the United States Marine Corps.

After serving one and a half years, he was honorably discharged and enrolled at the University of Pittsburgh as a petroleum engineering student. He married Mary Ann Brecht on June 10, 1950. Later that year, he was recalled into the Marine Corps. and was stationed at Camp Legeune, North Carolina. In late 1951, he was discharged and returned to the University of Pittsburgh, finishing his Petroleum Engineering Degree in 1954.

Robert was selected by his faculty and fellow students as the outstanding graduate of his class. Phillips Petroleum Corporation hired Robert and he moved his young family to Odessa, Texas. He embraced Texas and thought Odessa was the greatest place to call home. After 4 years with Phillips, Robert moved on to Texas Gulf Producing Company, a much smaller, independent company. He was the head reservoir engineer developing the Headlee Devonian unit.

This is a vast reservoir underlying much of eastern Odessa. In 1964, when Texas Gulf sold out, he went out on his own and started a company that grew into RKG Engineering, Inc. He retired in 1998. Robert was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years, Mary Ann; his parents, Robert K. Ganter, Sr.

and Hazel Hoffner Ganter; his sister, Gloria Jean Ganter Guckert, and sister-in-law, Doris Brecht. His survivors include his three children, Barbara Ann Ganter Wagnon and husband Mark of Lubbock, Debra Sue Ganter, M.D of Denver, Colorado and Gary Robert Ganter and wife Shari of Odessa. Robert had six grandchildren who adored him, James Matthew Wagnon of Lubbock, Joseph Michael Wagnon of Austin, Robert Karl Ganter III, Jackson Aaron Ganter, Kristofer Owen Ganter and Kathryn Noel Ganter all of Odessa. Robert is also survived by two brothers-in-law, Elmer B. Guckert and Robert G.

Brecht, both of Pittsburgh, PA. He was very close to his nieces and nephews, Kathryn Allison of Hickory, North Carolina, Karen Morris, James Guckert, Sarah Rizzitoni and Carolyn Yonkers, all of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania will all miss their Uncle Bob. Robert loved golf, woodworking, fishing, spending time with his grandchildren and the oil business. He will be missed by all. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m.

Friday, January 4, 2013 at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church with Monsignor James Bridges conducting the service. Memorials may be directed to the Humane Society of Odessa or the charity of your choice. Services entrusted to HUBBARD-KELLY FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences at GILLESPIE PHILIP RAYMOND Jr.

Age 88, of Scott went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, December 30, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Jane; dear father of Mary Beth Gillespie Weber, Charles Amy, Catherine Gillespie-Selph, Caroline and Daniel; also 21 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren; brother of Harry Gillespie, Nancy Troy, and the late Richard and Sue Gillespie. Philip was in the Navy during WWII. He was an active member of the Boy Scouts including Chartiers District, Commissioner of the Pittsburgh Council from 1985-1990. He was a long-time member of the St.

Cathedral Choir as well as a member of the choir and assisted during daily mass at S.S. Simon Jude Church in Scott Twp. Friends welcome Thursday, 6-8 p.m. at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Scott Twp. Mass of Christian Burial in S.S.

Simon Jude Church, Friday, 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to The Glebe, 200 The Glebe Daleville, VA 24083. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at GRIMM SANDRA L. 61, of Aleppo PA, died Monday, December 31, 2012, in Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford, PA. Born July 15, 1951, in Sewickley, PA, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Dorothy Dawson Clifford.

She is survived by her husband, Alfred Grimm; four sons, Joshua J. Grimm and Chris C. Grimm of Sewickley, Matthew A. Grimm and his fiancee, Darlene Crowe, Ross and Eric A. (Lindsay) Grimm, Ohio two brothers, Dale Clifford, Sewickley and Henry Clifford, Conneaut, PA; a sister, Peggy Charney, FL; a grandson, Dustin Grimm, and a granddaughter to be born in March.

She is also survived by many other family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Bonnie Smith. Friends will be received Thursday, January 3, 2013 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the RICHARD D. COLE FUNERAL HOME, 328 Beaver Street, Sewickley, PA 15143, where a Funeral Service will be conducted Friday, January 4, 2013 at 10:30 a.m.

Interment will follow in Sewickley Cemetery, Sewickley, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the American Cancer Society. Send condolences at HARRELL EDWARD J. Age 58, took hand on Monday, December 17, 2012. Son of Coy and Vesslen Harrell; brother of Eugene Harrell (Margie), Hollie Harrell, Loretta Warren, Dewitt Harrell (Linda), Denise Moye, Tracey White (Tony), Caryn Harrell, Glenn Ali, and Denise Haley; also survived by a host of other relatives.

Memorial Service Friday, January 4, 2013, 12 noon. SPRIGGS WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 720 N. Lang E.E. Send condolences at GINSER ROBERT H. Age 76, on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, of the Arlington Area.

Beloved husband of Mary Lou (Bischoff) Ginser; father of Robert Karen Marie and Joseph H. Ginser; grandfather of Emily, Robert and Joseph; brother of Frances Ginser. Friends received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick, where a Funeral Service will be held on Saturday 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Thomas E.

Starzl Transplantation Institute Development Department Forbes Tower, Suite 8084, 3600 Forbes Avenue at Meyran Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Send condolences to: www.readshawfuneralhome.com Send condolences at HALL DAREN W. Suddenly on Tuesday, January 1, 2013, 36 years of age, of Jefferson Hills. Beloved father of Steve Hall; son of Darrell (Peden) Hall and the late James E. Hall; brother of Travis (Becky) Hall and Renee (Rich) Regna; also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Friends received FRIDAY ONLY 12 Noon to 4 p.m. at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick. The family request a PRIVATE FUNERAL SERVICE TO TAKE PLACE AT 4 p.m. FOLLOWING THE VISITATION PERIOD ON FRIDAY. Interment will also be private.

Family request memorials to the New Hope Assembly of God Church, HARTIN MARGARET A. Age 80, of Mount Lebanon, on Monday, December 31, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Richard S. Hartin; devoted mother of Richard M. Hartin; sister of the late William T.

Mathews; also survived by nieces and nephews. Peggy was formerly a bookkeeper for Hardware Store in Mt. Lebanon. There are no visiting hours scheduled. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of Southminster Presbyterian Church, this Saturday afternoon at 1:00 Friends will be received immediately following the service in the Church Parlor.

If desired, memorials may be made to Southminster Presbyterian Church, 799 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15228. LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences at CLASSIFIED OBITUARIES Cont. from Previous Page CUSICK CHARLES STEPHEN 91, of Charleston, SC, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, died on January 1, 2013. Chuck was born October 25, 1921 in Pittsburgh, the second son of the late Patrick J.

and Nell McCarthy Cusick. Chuck graduated from Central Catholic High School and the University of Pittsburgh School of Engineering, where he later served on the board. Chuck served as a Quad-50 Captain in the 84th Infantry, 557th Division of the Army during WWII and was in the European Theatre for two years. He spent his entire 40 year career with PPG Industries, beginning as an assistant plant manager and ending as the Director of Corporate Business Development. Chuck is survived by his wife of 69 years, Ruth; his brother, Patrick J.

Cusick of Phoenix, AZ; and seven children, Daniel (Sheila) of Pittsburgh, Charles, Jr. (Cindy) of New Castle, PA, William (Teresa) of Floyds Knobs, IN, Catherine (David DANZEY KATHERINE ELIZABETH (SALTS) 90, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2012, at Sterling House, an assisted living facility in Peoria, AZ. She was born on August 6, 1922, in Sewickley, PA, the middle child of Ralph Edwin Salts and (Mary) Agnes (Garvey) Salts. She grew up around Coraopolis, PA, graduating in 1940 from Moon Township High School. Known variously as or she worked for many years as an executive assistant for various firms and also as a reservationist on the Vista Desk at US Airways.

She was predeceased by her parents; by her husband, Robert Bryant Danzey; by both of her siblings, James Salts, of Spooner, WI, and Margaret Wynn, of Moon Township, PA; and by her grandson, Matt Graham. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Graham (Jim), and son, Kevin Danzey (Sharon Bernero); three grandchildren, (Gary (Temre), Katie (Bryan), and Jenn (Doug)); and four great-grandchildren, (Brett, Ella, Brice, and Everett). Almost the last of her generation in the family, she became the matriarch and was fondly known as to many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staffs of Sterling House and of Sun Valley Hospice who treated her with care and gentleness. Send condolences at DEAN MILDRED M.

On December 17, 2012, age 84, Mt. Lebanon. Beloved wife of Irwin J. Dean, Jr. for 58 years; loving and devoted mother of Bradley Dean and Mary Frances (Dan) Johnson grandsons, Kyle and Seth).

Memorials may be made to the East Liberty Family Health Care Center, 6023 Harvard Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 or St. Lucy's Auxiliary to the Blind, 218 Timber Ridge Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238. Arrangements entrusted to READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC. Send condolences at DeSANTIS ISABEL ELLIOTT On Tuesday, January 1, 2013, of Upper St. Clair, peacefully with her loving family by her side.

Isabel was born in Rices Landing, PA to the late John Edward and Sarah Frances (Collins) She was a graduate of Cumberland Township High School. In addition to her parents, Isabel was preceded in death by her daughter, Amy; a brother, John E. and a sister, Woneta Shipley. Isabel is the beloved wife of 55 years to Joseph S. DeSantis; dear mother of Thomas S.

(Shelley) DeSantis, D.M.D., Anne Louise DeSantis, John J. (Colleen) DeSantis, and Matthew J. (Julia) DeSantis; loving Nanny to Daniel, Emily, Patrick, Lauren, Michael, and Martin DeSantis; and siblings, Frank (Mary) Joseph (Shelby) and Anna Marie (John) Semonik, all of Cleveland, OH. She is also survived by numerous nieces and DiBUCCI ARTHUR JAMES Age 80, of Bloomfield, peacefully on Wednesday, January 2, 2013. Beloved husband of 55 years to Margaret (Scheirer); loving father of Lynne (John) Airhart, Nancy (Bob) Stundon, Dan (Lezlie) DiBucci, Kathy DiBucci (Michael Ranallo), and Jane DiBucci; grandfather of Jordan, Josh, and Taylor DiBucci, Gregory, David, and Eric Stundon, and Evan Airhart; son of the late Paul and Rose (Dougherty) DiBucci; brother of Albert, Ronald, and Joyce DiBucci, Virginia Lindenfelser, Elvira Stamos, the late Joseph, Paul, Robert, and Vincent DiBucci, Mary Buzzelli, and Rose Chippich; also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Art was a Korean War veteran, serving in the US Air Force and was a Pittsburgh Firefighter for over 40 years, spending many of those years at Station and then at Supply. Many thanks to the staff of Canterbury Place, Renaissance Hall and Family Hospice for their compassion, kindness, and care. Friends received Thursday and Friday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at WINTER FUNERAL HOME, PC, 4730 Friendship Ave. Funeral Saturday, 8:30 a.m.

Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. at St. Maria Goretti Parish, Friendship Campus. Send condolences at GALLAGHER JOAN M. (HARTIGAN) Age 82, peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, of Baldwin Borough, formerly of Carrick.

Beloved wife of the late Phillip Gallagher, loving mother of Phillip (Carol) Gallagher, Susan (Jerry) Gregorczyk, Linda (Bill) Gallagher, Karen (Jim) Melnik, and the late Michael, Kenneth, Stephen, and Raymond Gallagher; grandmother of Jennifer, Brian, Brad, Jeri, Michael, Stephen, Jimmy, Stephanie, and Tiffany; great-grandmother of Ryan, Hayden, Ally, Tyler, and Baby To Be; sister of Audrey Schafer and the late Gene Hartigan. Joan was a wonderfully talented classical pianist and will be greatly missed by many. Visitations Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the BORON FUNERAL HOME, 1719 Brownsville Road. Funeral Prayers on Saturday at 9:30 a.m.

Mass of Christian Burial in St. Basil Church at 10 a.m. www.BoronFuneralHome.com Send condolences at Infantry, 557th Division of the Army during WWII and was in the European Theatre for two years. He spent his entire 40 year career with PPG Industries, beginning as an assistant plant manager and ending as the Director of Corporate Business Development. Chuck is survived by his wife of 69 years, Ruth; his brother, Patrick J.

Cusick of Phoenix, AZ; and seven children, Daniel (Sheila) of Pittsburgh, Charles, Jr. (Cindy) of New Castle, PA, William (Teresa) of Floyds Knobs, IN, Catherine (David Hazeltine) of Charleston, SC, Margaret (Anthony Hrudka) of Cleveland, OH, Mary Ellen (Mark Grossnickle) of Macon, GA, and Beth (James Merrigan) of Roswell, GA; and 21 grandchildren, Pat (Connie Martin), Brian, Brendan, Timothy, Colleen, Steve (Ali), Matt (Franzi), Melissa, Jennifer and Jackie Cusick, Lizzy and Sam Hazeltine, Maria and Emily Szramowski, Charlie, Sean, Riley and Anna Grace Grossnickle and Cassandra, Sarah and Clare Merrigan; one great-grandson, Rory James Cusick; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive visitors at home, Cottage 55 at Bishop Gadsden in Charleston, SC, from 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. on Friday, January 4.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 5 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 3871 Betsy Kerrison Parkway, Johns Island, SC, with interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach, P.O. Box 607, Johns Island, SC 29457. Send condolences at and a sister, Woneta Shipley.

Isabel is the beloved wife of 55 years to Joseph S. DeSantis; dear mother of Thomas S. (Shelley) DeSantis, D.M.D., Anne Louise DeSantis, John J. (Colleen) DeSantis, and Matthew J. (Julia) DeSantis; loving Nanny to Daniel, Emily, Patrick, Lauren, Michael, and Martin DeSantis; and siblings, Frank (Mary) Joseph (Shelby) and Anna Marie (John) Semonik, all of Cleveland, OH.

She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. 724-941-3211. Friends welcome at 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, 15317, from 2-4 and 6-8 on Friday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 on Saturday at Saint Thomas More, 126 Fort Couch Road, Pittsburgh, 15241.

Interment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in name may be made to Saint Thomas More Parish. Please add or view Tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences at owned and operated as a member of the Golden Rule, 1209 Grand Monessen, where friends will be welcomed from 10:00 a.m 12 Noon, Thursday, January 3. Services will be held at St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox, Thursday, January 3, 2013 at 12 Noon with Fr.

Joseph DiStefano officiating. Interment will follow in the Grandview Cemetery, Monessen. Contributions may be made to the St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church of Monessen or the Humane Society. Online condolences may be conveyed to the family at: www.rhomefuneralhome.com Send condolences at GERHARD JOAN (BECKER) From complications of Parkinson's disease on Saturday, December 29, 2012, Joan Becker Gerhard, age 81, of Franklin Park.

Beloved wife of John J. Gerhard; mother of Lynne (Jeffrey) Halik of Rochester, NY, Dan (Cindy Gerhard of Brooklyn, NY, and Jennifer (Jeffrey) Gerhard Mangone of Ross grandmother of Wendy and Scott Halik and Anna Gerhard; step- grandmother to Jeffrey, Jr. and Gina Mangone; sister of Jack Becker and Constance (Michael) Jennings. Born in the Bronx, NY, she and John raised their family in Mineola, NY, retiring to Pittsburgh in 1991. She was a devoted wife and mother, possessing multiple talents as mentor, seamstress, classical piano player and teacher, imparting her passion for music to her children.

She was a founder and the first president of the Cultural Arts Council in Mineola, NY. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Nassau College, Long Island, NY. She had a valiant 20 year struggle with Parkinson's disease. Friends and family received Friday 7-9 p.m. and Saturday 1 p.m.

until time of service at 4 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, 7720 Perry Hwy. Send condolences at Hall and the late James E. Hall; brother of Travis (Becky) Hall and Renee (Rich) Regna; also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Friends received FRIDAY ONLY 12 Noon to 4 p.m.

at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick. The family request a PRIVATE FUNERAL SERVICE TO TAKE PLACE AT 4 p.m. FOLLOWING THE VISITATION PERIOD ON FRIDAY. Interment will also be private. Family request memorials to the New Hope Assembly of God Church, 900 Peairs Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037.

Send condolences at HELSEL IVY JOSEPHINE (ALLEN) WEXFORD 69, formerly of Hermitage, PA, died Tuesday, January 1, 2013. She was a graduate of Grove City College, a Kindergarten teacher, managed her own day care center, and worked at Verland before continuing for many years at Passavant Memorial Homes. Ivy was always a strong advocate for persons with disabilities. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and will be sadly missed by all. She was the cherished mother of Jay (Beate) Helsel of Sewickley, PA, Brad (Chisa) Helsel of Portland Oregon, and Doug (Kavita) Helsel of Hatfield, PA; loving sister of Terry (Kathy) Allen of Belpre, OH and Larry Allen of Pittsburgh, PA; loving grandmother to Lukas, Lea, Terra, Kendall, Karishma, Ava, and Benjamin; and loving aunt to Ryan, Kim, Ruth, and Susan.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Martha and Lawrence Allen; and sister Seville Allen. Friends received on Saturday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. at the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, 1032 Perry Ross 412-364-4444.

A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday in The River at New Heights Church of God, 2365 Wharrey Franklin Park Boro, Sewickley, PA 15143. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Special Olympics. www.brandtfuneralhome.com husband of 13 years of Natalie (Embry) Carl; loving father of Johnathan Carl; loving son of Margaret (Jordan) and the late John W. Carl, son-in-law of Nathan and the late Eileen Embry; brother of John W. Carl, Jr.

(Grace Kvorjak) and Teresa Ploskina (the late Paul); brother-in-law of Christine (Ray) Stein, Ted Embry, and the late N.A. (surviving spouse, Mary) Embry; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends welcome Wednesday and Thursday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at WM. SLATER SONS Virginia Avenue and Kearsarge Street, Mt.

Washington. Funeral Mass in Saint Mary of the Mount Church, Friday 10 a.m. Interment private. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences at.