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Mar 12 2009 Post-Gazette PITTSBURGH POST-GAZETTE 13, 2009 WWW.POST-GAZETTE.COM B-3 Cont. on Next Page CHANEY CHARLES H. Age 88, on Tuesday March 10, 2009 of Penn Hills, beloved husband of the late Margaret; brother of Edward (Charlotte) Chaney, Gladys Chaney, Loretta Wagasky and the late James, Chaney and Dolores Chaney; uncle of James Mary Anne (William) Bromley, Thomas Kathleen Patrick and the late William also survived by other nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and great great nephews. Chuck was a life long active member of Fourth Street Methodist Church of N. Braddock and was retired from Rochez Brothers in Braddock.

Friends received WOLFE MEMORIAL INC. Forest Hills Chapel, 3604 Greensburg Pike, FRIDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8pm. where service will be held Saturday at 11am. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Fourth St. Methodist Church.

Send condolences at CHESTER MICHAEL Of Hempfield age 84, on Wednesday March 11, 2009. Mike was a W.W. II Navy Veteran and a retired employee of Westinghouse East Pittsburgh Plant. Mike is survived by a brother and two nieces. No visitation.

Arrangements by PARTICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, East Pittsburgh. 412-824-8800. Send condolences at COLAVITA MARGARET M. (MUSCENTE) On Tuesday, March 10, 2009, age 89, of North Huntingdon.

She was a graduate of Seton Hill College and retired from McKeesport Hospital as a Medical Technologist where she was head of the laboratory. She was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church, Pennwoods Seniors Group and the Red Hat Society. A daughter of the late Matteo and Mary Christine (Demark) Muscente; beloved sister of Donald (Carole) Muscente, the late Mary Catherine (Albert) Guiliano, late Alfonzo (Helen) Muscente and the late Vera (Glenn) Gibson; loving aunt of Annetta (Frank) LoChiatto; dear great aunt of Frank (Christine) LoChiatto, Mary (Ned) Aland, Anthony (Dana) LoChiatto, Matthew (Tammy) LoChiatto and Catherine Marie LoChiatto; also, other numerous nieces nephews, great great great nieces nephews. Friends received ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, 201 Marguerite Wilmerding, PA 15148 412-824-4332 on Thursday from 7-9pm and Friday from 2-4 7-9pm.

Service in the funeral home on Saturday at followed by Mass of Christian Burial in St. Robert Bellarmine Church at Rev. John Brennan as Celebrant. Entombment will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Send condolences at COLEMAN ELIZABETH L.

(PAYNE) "BETTY" Of Oakland on Wednesday, March 11, 2009, age 89. Beloved wife of the late John J. Coleman; loving and devoted mother of Carol A. Coleman, Mary Pat Imburgia (Ron) and Cynthia Lewis (John) and the late John J. Coleman, (survived by Maureen) loving grandmother of Amy and Philip Potosnack, Heather, Sean and Molly Coleman, Autumn Purdy, Natalie Lewis and the late Laura Lewis; proud great-grandma of Mariah Bombiani and Cassius Purdy; also survived by nieces and nephews.

Elizabeth had a strong faith in God and was a devoted and kind wife, mother and grandmother. Friends recieved at McCABE INC. FUNERAL HOMES, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Friday, 2-7 and 7-9 pm, where Funeral will commence on Saturday at 10:30 am, followed by Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary of the Mount Church at 11:30 am. Send condolences at COMPAGNONE DOROTHY (BERLETIC) On Wednesday, March 11, 2009, formerly of Swissvale.

Wife of the late Salvatore Compagnone; loving mother of Vincent of CA, Ralph and his wife Jane of Mt. Lebanon, Terry and the late Salvatore dear grandmother of Brian and his wife Stephanie and T.J.; great-grandmother of Katie and Brooke; sister of Jean Vivian Mitchell and Richard Furda; Dorothy is also survived by her nieces and nephews. Friends received 2-8pm FRIDAY ONLY at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, 7441 Washington Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial in the St.

Anselm R.C. Church on Saturday at The Nied Funeral Home is a proud member of the Good Grief Center. www.niedfuneralhome.com Send condolences at CONNORS HARRY R. Of Brookline, on Wednesday, March 11, 2009. Husband of the late Miriam beloved father of Thomas (Mary Ann), Harry Corrine (Ed) Klaphake and Patrick (Robin) Connors; brother of Jeanne Campbell-Koski, Elizabeth Dorgan and the late Marjorie Baxter; grandfather of Brian, Ian, Jackie, Casey, Trinity and Little Robin; also uncle and Godfather to many.

Friends may call at FRANK F. DeBOR FUNERAL HOME, 1065 Brookline 412-561-0380 FRIDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8pm. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 10am in the Church of the Resurrection. Mr. Connors served in the Air Force during WWII and is the 2nd to last surviving member of the undefeated Duquesne Dukes Football Team of 1941.

www.deborfuneralhome.com Send condolences at DAMMOND GERTRUDE ANN Age 103, of the Hill District on Wednesday, March 11, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Howard Dammond; preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters. Survived by nephews: Richard (Jody) Clowney, Stephen (Nicole) Clowney, Mark Clowney, Scott Clowney and Regis (Sandra) Goggin; nieces, Kay (the late Gordon) Clowney, Barbara Allen and Lorraine (James) Baker; sister-in-law of Edna Goggin; cousin of Burl Moone III. Family and friends welcome Friday 7-9 at WM. SLATER SONS Virginia Ave.

and Kearsarge Mt. Washington. Funeral Service Saturday 10am in Homewood Cemetery. Send condolences at EVANKOVICH Roberta (Brzezinski) Age 71, of Lawrenceville, on Tuesday March 10, 2009, beloved wife of Andrew J. Evankovich; loving mother of Michael (Thea) Evankovich, Andrew (Kim) Evankovich, Monica Evankovich, and David (Sharon) Evankovich; cherished grandmother of Stephen, Phillip, Andrea, Maria, Elizabeth, Luke and Mary Evankovich; daughter of the late Frank and Sophia M.

Brzezinski. Friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, Thursday and Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral mass in Saint Joseph Church, Bloomfield on Saturday at 10 a.m. Family requests donations to the Forbes Hospice, 115 South Neville Street, Pittsburgh, Pa 15213.

Send condolences at FARR CHARLES R. Age 58, of Squirrel Hill, on Tues. March 10, 2009. Funeral Private. Arrangements Entrusted to the Care of FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY LTD, Lawrenceville.

Send condolences at FAULKNER REGINA M. (WRIGHT) The family will host a memorial service on Saturday, March 14, 2009 from 10:00 to at St. Margaret Scotland, 310 Mansfield Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Service will be conducted by Fr. Francis J.

Murhammer, Pastor. Please park in the upper lot around the school. Regina died Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 at her home in Green Tree, PA after a long battle with brain cancer. She was formerly of Newport, KY where she was a home maker and accounts representative for Bank in Cincinnati, Ohio.

She has been an active member of the Green Tree Garden Club since coming to the Pittsburgh area. She is survived by her husband Donald D. Faulkner, a daughter Katie Faulkner of Green Tree, mother June Leon of Fort Thomas, KY, 2 sisters Roxanne Hesch of Fort Thomas, KY and Renee Grammer of Southgate, KY, brother Robert Wright of Villa Hills, KY. She was interred at St. Stephens Cemetery in Fort Thomas KY on Feb.

19, 2009. Send condolences at FORNELLA JAMES V. 96, on Saturday, March 7, 2009, of South Fayette, Carnegie and Pittsburgh. A Science Teacher in the West Allegheny School District. During WWII he was a Lieutenant in the US Army Intelligence Division.

A 1930 graduate of South Fayette High School, a graduate of Duquesne University, received a Masters Degree at the University of Pittsburgh. He was a member of the South Fayette Volunteer Fire Department. Husband of the late Sara Coughenour; brother of the late Mary Fornella, Louise Meincke, Irene Nacci, Rose Meincke, Catherine, Anthony, Joseph and Dominic Fornella; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends are being welcomed at the BEINHAUER-FRYER FUNERAL HOME, 430 Washington Bridgeville (412-221-3800) on Friday from 7-9pm and Saturday from where a funeral service will be held at interment at Melrose Cemetery. Family suggests contributions and acknowledgment address to the Pittsburgh Alzheimers Research, ADRC, attn: Kristen Fair 3459 5th Suite S445, PA 15213.

Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauerfamilyservices.com Send condolences at FOUGNIES CATHERINE ANN ZORZI On Sat. March 7, 2009. Beloved wife of Leon. Mother of Adel and Annette Fougnies. Grandmother of Kenneth A.

and Aaron T. Miller, Katerina Dellatola Nikiforos Dellatolas. Sister of Edith Pastore of Clinton, IN. No Visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at the Shadyside Presbyterian Church Sat.

March 14 at 2 PM. In lieu of flowers, in honor of her dedication of Music Education, memorial Contributions may be made to The Roger Humphries CAPA High School Jazz Scholarship Fund Mr. James Guerra, Pittsburgh High School for the Creative and Performing Arts, 111 Ninth St, Pgh, PA. 15222. (Please make check to CAPA High School).

Professional Services Entrusted to the Care of FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY LTD, Lawrenceville. Send condolences at Classified Obituaries ANDERSEN RAYMOND W. 70, of Seminole, FL, formerly of Bethel Park, passed away Feb. 22, 2009 at the Bay Pines VA Hospital in FL. Father of Dawn (Barrett), Robert, James and the late John; grandfather of Christine, Timothy, Laura Marie, Carleigh, Samantha, Jack and Vivian.

Memorial Service will be held Friday, March 13, 2009 at National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville, PA. Send condolences at AUGUSTINE MARY ANN (NAWROCKI) On Tuesday, March 10, 2009, Mary Ann, age 66, of Crafton, formerly of West End. Beloved wife of Paul dear mother of Anna Marie (Keith) McDonough, Carol Ann (Gary) Ellsworth and Paula Michele Augustine; loving grandmother of Graham and Erin Melissa McDonough, Sarah Ann and Gary Ellsworth, sister of Bernadette Blyzwick. Friends received at the HERSHBERGER STOVER INC. FUNERAL HOME, 170 Noble Crafton on Friday 2-4 and 7-9pm.

Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 310 Mansfield Ave. Green Tree on Saturday at 11am. If desired memorial contributions may be made to Western PA Humane Society, 1101 Western Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Send condolences at AUSTIN RHONDA J.

(MARKS) 57, of West Deer, on Mar. 11, 2009. Beloved wife for 26 years of Richard D. Austin. Loving mother of Jack (Kelly) Shannon, Jesse Austin, and Andrew Austin.

Sister of Vianne (Jim) Bower. Grandmother of Kelsey Shannon J.T. Shannon III. Friends welcome Fri. 2-4 6-9 and Sat.

10-1 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, 5864 Heckert Rd, Bakerstown, Richland Twp, where services will be held at 1 p.m. Donations to American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr, Pgh, PA 15205. www.schellhaasfh.com Send condolences at BAYER BERNARDINE (McINTYRE) 91, of Hampton PA on March 8, 2009. Wife of the late Raymond Bayer.

Mother of Carolyn (Robert) Dragina. Sister of LaVerne Fagan, Mariam Tito the late Marie Grada. Special Aunt of James Sollinger, Margaret Borcik, LaVerne Feth and many others. Visitation Fri Mar 13th 2-4 7-9 PM at HERBERT R. KING, JR.

FUNERAL HOME, 2841 Woodland Circle, Allison Park, PA 15101.Funeral Mass Sat St. Ursula Ch. Burial in St. Augustine's Cem. Online condolences or directions, visit us at: www.kingfuneralhome.com Send condolences at BODNAR MARY GRACE Of Mt.

Lebanon, on Wednesday, March 11, 2009. Wife of the late Joseph B. Bodnar; beloved mother of Margaretta Bodnar Dodds Mary Grace (Scott) Clark; sister of Charles Richardson the late Mary Catherine Reed John James Richardson; cherished grandmother of Joseph Clark, Lindsay Dodds Jaclyn Clark. Friends may call at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Mt. Lebanon on Friday 2-4 6-8pm.

Mass of Christian Burial will be offered in St. Bernard Church on Saturday at In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fisher Center for Research Foundation, One Intrepid Square, W. 46th St. 12th New York, NY 10036 or to 1100 Liberty PA 15222. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com Send condolences at BAYNE IDA MAE Went to sleep in hands on March 12, 2009 age 88 of Upper Burrell.

Beloved wife of the late W. Kenneth Bayne. Loving mother of Carol E. Mimm of Oakmont and Marilyn L. (William) McNally of Upper Burrell.

Sister of Carol A. Layland of Oregon. Grandmother of Donna (Barry) Booth, Denise (John) Nusida, Richard Mimm and Brett Schrecongost, step-grandmother of Thomas (Donna) McNally and William (Michelle) McNally Jr. Survived by 7 great-grandchildren and 6 step-great-grandchildren. Also survived by her loving companion and caregiver Sylvia Derke.

Friends will be received Sunday 2-4 7-9pm at the ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME CREAMTION INC. 378 Maryland Ave. Oakmont, Pa 15139 where an Eastern Star service will be held at The funeral service will be held Monday 11am in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to: Medi-Home Hospice 103 Rhoda Ave. Leechburg, Pa 15656.

Send condolences at CAWLEY CHERYL ANN Age 62, of Mt. Pleasant formerly of Peters Twp. After a long illness, passed away on March 12, 2009. Beloved wife of James, loving mother of Patrick and Jay. Daughter of Betty Morey of Ashtabula, OH and the late H.

Robert Morey. Cheryl was a recently retired long-time employee of Peters Twp. School District. She worked at the PT High School Library and at the Central Administration Building where she was the Business secretary. Cheryl enjoyed showing dogs in both conformation and obedience.

She was a member of the Golden Triangle Obedience Training Club and had once served as Director of Training. Cheryl was also active in the American Belgian Tervuren Club and served as National Pedigree Historian for 25 years. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends are welcome at 2828 Washington McMurray 724-941-3211 on Sun. 2-4 and 7-9 where a Service will be held on Mon.

at noon. Interment at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar PA 15205. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauerfamilyservices.com Send condolences at ERB FRANCES C. SOARS (HUMEL) Of McCandless on Thursday, March 12, 2009.

Wife of the late Charles N. Erb and the late John Soars; sister of Claire (Humel) Alexander and the late Anna Mae Pielin. Friends received Saturday 2-4 and 7-9 at the T.B. DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 806 Perry North Hills. Services and interment private.

Send condolences at FEHR HARRY GLENN Age 88, of White Oak died Thursday, March 12, 2009 in UPMC McKeesport. Visitation Sunday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at the JAYCOX-JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME, 2703 Boulevard, McKeesport, PA 15132. Services Monday at 11:00 AM in Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1656 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 with Pastor Brian Evans officiating. (EVERYONE IS ASKED TO PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH) Interment with military honors will follow in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth PA. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church.

www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com Send condolences at BALLON ANNABEL On Wednesday, March 11, 2009; Beloved sister of Fay Cohen of Woodland Hills, CA and the late Harvey, Al and Isadore Ballon, Yvonne Leipzig, Bella Brose, Ida Ballon and Sarah Margolis. Aunt of Jeffrey L. Ballon and other nieces and nephews. Friends may meet at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Sunday at 12 Noon and then proceed to Beth Abraham Cemetery for 1 PM graveside services. Contributions may be made to a charity of the choice.

Send condolences at BENAGLIO SALLY A. (STECKLEIN) Age 55, of Blawnox, on Wed. March 11, 2009. Beloved wife of Edward mother of Christina (Bill) Podvasnik, Miranda Kauper, and Edward (Jennifer) Benaglio; six grandchildren, the light of her life. Daughter of Betty (Will) Simone and the late John Stecklein; sister of John and Todd (Monique) Stecklein.

Visitation at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY LTD, 930 Center Blawnox FRIDAY 2-4 6-8, where Blessing Service will be held Sat. 10am. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Make A Wish Foundation, 707 Grant 37th Pgh PA 15219. Send condolences at BERAN MILLIE FRANCES 85, died March 10, 2009 of natural causes in Bothell, WA.

She was the beloved wife of Frank Paul (deceased), mother of Vivian Shannon of Bothell WA, Paul Beran of Pittsburgh PA, stepmother of Ronald Beran of Cape Cod MA. Survived by sister, Ethel Mae Dillon of Tulsa OK, brothers Jake and Larry (Buddy) Dillon of Dewey OK. Grandmother of six, step grandmother of one, and great-grandmother of eight. Loved singing, playing piano, bringing cheer to everyone she met and most of all, Jesus. Viewed at WELLER FUNERAL HOME, 327 N.

MacLeod Arlington WA, Thursday, March 12, 5-9pm, and Fri 9-10am, Service, Friday, March 13, 10am. Send condolences at BLYTHE SANTINA MARCONI Peacefully on March 11, 2009 of Oakmont. Cherished wife of 37 years to the late Thomas A. Blythe. Dear mother of Angela LaScola, Linda Balestracci (Carl), Linda Radakovich, Barbara McGinley, David Charles Blythe (Mary), Joseph LaScola (Patti), Gregory Blythe (Cathy), Donna LaScola, and Timothy Blythe (Anna Marie).

Mother-in-law of Jim McGinley. Beloved Nonna of 27 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Sister of Irma Macioce, sister-in-law of Guy Autore and also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by son Thomas Blythe, daughter-in-law Barb Blythe, son-in-law Steve Radakovich, brother Henry Marconi, Sisters Victoria Zegarelli Knaiz, and Celeste Autore. Sandy was a member of St.

Irenaeus Parish in Oakmont and a 55 year volunteer at Presbyterian Senior Care, Oakmont where she resided for the past two years. Sandy will be long remembered for her devotion to her family, her art of making a happy home, and the joy she brought to countless people through her beautiful piano playing. Friends will be received on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at the ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICES, INC. 378 Maryland Ave. Oakmont, PA 15139.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday at at St. Irenaeus Church. Donations may be made to Presbyterian SeniorCare or to St. Irenaeus. Send condolences at BRANNAN BEVERLY L.

(ARMANI) Age 70, of Collier Twp. on Tuesday, March 10, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Jerry Brannan; loving mother of Tom (late Sue) Kelly, Maureen (John) Crowell and Jeff (Tammy) Brannan; sister of Sandy (Nick) Nicoletta and Dale (Carol) Armani; also survived by 4 grandchildren, Kristen Shorts, Brittany Crowell, Jeremy and Jacob Brannan. Visitation 2-4 6-8pm Thursday and Friday at HENNEY, BRADWELL NIRELLA FUNERAL HOME 524 Washington Carnegie. Funeral Service Saturday, 10am in Carnegie Presbyterian Church, Ewing (Collier Twp), Carnegie 15106.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Church. Send condolences at CASSIDY LEONA V. (SCHAFRON) 78, of Scott Twp. went to be with our Lord on Monday, March 9, 2009. Beloved wife of Thomas Cassidy, Loving mother of Patrick (Helen) Cassidy, Thomas (Trudy) Cassidy, Terrance Cassidy, Sharon (Charles) Yeomans and Timothy (Lisa) Cassidy.

Caring grandmother of, Terrance Thomas, Michael, Mary Kathleen CASSIDY LEONA V. (SCHAFRON) 78, of Scott Twp. went to be with our Lord on Monday, March 9, 2009. Beloved wife of Thomas Cassidy, Loving mother of Patrick (Helen) Cassidy, Thomas (Trudy) Cassidy, Terrance Cassidy, Sharon (Charles) Yeomans and Timothy (Lisa) Cassidy. Caring grandmother of, Terrance Thomas, Michael, Mary Kathleen and Joseph Cassidy, Charles, James and Sean Yeomans.

Sister and best friend of Larry Schafron and George Schafron. Leaving behind brokenhearted, good friends and extended family of nieces, nephews and plenty of rowdy wonderful cousins. Sister in-law to the late Audrey and Nicholas Walko. She was born and raised in Mt. Washignton area of Pittsburgh.

She was a graduate of St. George Catholic High School, Pittsburgh. She was a generous giving registered nurse at Magee Womans Hospital for over 40 years and also with her advise, whether solicited or not, to children and grandchildren. Friends are invited to call from 7-9PM on Thursday and 2-4 7-9 PM on Friday at the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Avenue, Carnegie.

Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday in St. Ignatius Church of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish at Interment Private. This world will not be as interesting withou You will be missed Lee (Ma)! Send condolences at CHIARAMONTE FRANK Born May 17, 1958, died at home March 12, 2009. Father of James, Lauren, and Ashley, all of Shaler.

Former husband of Dawn. Beloved son of Francis and the late Theresa. Loving brother of Joe (Kim) of Georgia, Mike (Judy) of Ross Township, Mary Kelly (Pat) and Theresa, also of Shaler. Loving uncle to Karyn (Josh) Kelly of Alexandria VA, Mackenzie of Georgia, Jarrod Chiaramonte, Evan and Emily Kelly. Frank was a Registered Nurse Liaison at Shadyside Hospital.

He was a dedicated nurse, earned his Masters Degree from Waynesburg University and enjoyed teaching for a variety of nursing schools and universities. A brilliant man, loved by many, and sadly missed. His pain and suffering is over, and in our hearts he will live on. Visitation with family Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 at 2208 Mt. Royal Glenshaw.

Service Monday Send condolences at CLEVER BARBARA JEAN (McCOLLOUGH) 60, of Altoona went home to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with breast cancer Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at the Altoona Hospital. Born August 13, 1948 in Butler, PA. Daughter of Jeannette (Garing) McCollough of Chicora, PA and the late E. Frederick McCollough; Married to Edward E. Clever, December 20,1969 in Chicora; 2 daughters Lisa (Clever) Donovan, husband Matt; their 3 children Haley, Matthew and Bryan.

2 brothers Wayne McCollough wife Pamela of Lock Haven, PA; Doug McCollough wife Linda of Fenelton, PA. 4 nephews; 2 nieces. Member of First United Methodist Church of 2009 at the Altoona Hospital. Born August 13, 1948 in Butler, PA. Daughter of Jeannette (Garing) McCollough of Chicora, PA and the late E.

Frederick McCollough; Married to Edward E. Clever, December 20,1969 in Chicora; 2 daughters Lisa (Clever) Donovan, husband Matt; their 3 children Haley, Matthew and Bryan. 2 brothers Wayne McCollough wife Pamela of Lock Haven, PA; Doug McCollough wife Linda of Fenelton, PA. 4 nephews; 2 nieces. Member of First United Methodist Church of Hollidaysburg.

Recently retired after more than 30 years of service as a customer service rep. For the Quaker City Motor Parts-Duncansville NAPA. Graduate 1966 Karns City High School. Member of the Chimrock Squares and the Swinging Squares. Square and Round Dance Club.

She enjoyed sewing, quilting, gardening, doing crafts, reading, traveling with family and friends and spending time with her grandchildren. Friends will be received 2-4pm and 7-9pm Sunday at The GOOD FUNERAL HOME, located at Alto-Reste Park Cemetery, Altoona, PA. Funeral services Monday March 16, 2009, 11 AM at First United Methodist Church of Hollidaysburg, PA. by Rev. Jennifer Parks-Synder; interment at Alto-Reste Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers contributions to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure; Attn: gift Management Services, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas TX 75244. Send condolences at GALLO FRANK On Wednesday, March 11, 2009, age 77, of Plum Boro. Beloved husband of Ruth Gallo; father of Kathryn Ruth (Dan) DeFelice of Murrysville and Karen Lynn (Michael) Giannangeli of Monroeville; grandfather of Danielle DeFelice, Carly DeFelice, Natalie Giannangeli and Rachel Giannangeli; brother of the late William Gallo of Wheeling WV; brother-in-law of Joan (Andy) Nepsa, Elizabeth Kennedy and Rita Gallo; son of the late Michaelangelo Florence Gallo. Retired from Bell Atlantic (now CLASSIFIED OBITUARIES DEHLER ALBERT R.

74, of Beechview, on March 10, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Virginia (Fox); cherished father of Albert (Mary), Leonard (Bridget), Jeffrey (Dawn) and Daniel (Debbie); treasured grandfather of Darla and Danny Sarah, Mara, Sean, JoAnna, Johnathan, Ben and Molly. Al was a retired corrections officer of Western State Penitentiary. The family wishes to thank the ICU of UPMC Mercy. Family will receive friends Friday 2-4pm and 7-9pm at BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 600 Dunster Street, Brookline, where the Blessing Service shall be held Saturday at 11am 412-343-1506 or www.ballfc.com Send condolences at FINKEL ELAINE S.

On Tuesday, March 10, 2009; Born in Pittsburgh in 1924, Elaine attended Allderdice High School. She was one of the first girls ever to become a Bat Mitzvah at Beth Shalom Synagogue. Her parents, Rose and Michael Shapiro, were prominent in the movie theatre business in Pittsburgh and led the local Variety Club chapter. Elaine graduated from the University of Michigan in 1945 and went on to receive a Masters degree in Speech Pathology at Columbia University Teacher's College, where she served as a paraprofessional under the President of Columbia, Dwight Eisenhower, and worked at Bellvue Hosptial under Dr. Howard Rusk.

She was active in anti-defamation activities led by Eleanor Roosevelt. She also was an assistant to a fashion publicist in New York, working with Vogue and Mademoiselle. She returned to Pittsburgh and married David K. Finkel II in 1951 (who passed away 5 years ago), and raised three children. Among other things, she was an accomplished harpist, dedicated Cub Scout den mother, supported dance and music in Pittsburgh, and was an active member of Rodef Shalom Synagogue, Westmoreland Country Club and Concordia Club.

Elaine was a die-hard Steelers and Pirates fan, and loved film, reading and crosswords. Elaine is survived by her three children Dr. Richard S. (Dr. Terri) Finkel of Philadelphia, B.J.

(C.R. Holmes of Manhattan Beach, CA and James K. (Karen) Finkel of New York, NY. 'Gram Elaine' will be missed by her six loving grandchildren, Kirby Michael Penner, Valerie Paul Finkel and Madeline Lydia Finkel. She also is survived by nephews Bruce Benji Hadburg.

Services at Rodef Shalom Temple, 4905 Fifth Avenue (at Morewood) on Friday at 11AM. Visitation one hour prior to services at Temple (10 11 AM). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Western Pennsylvania School for the Blind, 201 N. Bellefield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 or Rodef Shalom Temple, 4905 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.

Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC. (412) 621-8282 Send condolences at.