James R. Adair, 85, of Virginia Manor, Mt. Lebanon, died peacefully on Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, surrounded by his seven children and his grandchildren. Loving husband of 60 years to Rita K. (Echtler) Adair. Beloved father of seven children, Thomas W. Adair (Linda), of Camp Hill, Donald R. Adair (Carolee), of Mt. Lebanon, James Robin Adair (Carol), of Harrisburg, Rita Bawn Adair Hauck (Ronald), of Wexford, Maureen K. Adair, of Mt. Lebanon, Pattie Sue Adair Morgan (Daniel), of Mt. Lebanon, and Brian J. Adair (Julie), of Mt. Lebanon; cherished Pap-Pap to 15, Amy Adair Demmler, Thomas Adair, John Adair, Christine Adair Williams, Lisa Adair, Allison Adair, Ashlie Adair Hauck Burkert, Lindsay Adair Hauck, Colin Adair Morgan, James Spencer Hauck, Connor Joseph Adair, Kathryn Adair and Maureen's children, Katie, Shawn and Colleen; great-grandfather to Beau Demmler, Mia Demmler, Halle Adair, Maggie Adair, Samantha Adair, Nicklaus Williams and Brooke Adair Burkert; brother of Clair Adair and Bonnie Maguire, both of Sheridan, and the late Robert Adair, Grace Adair, Edith Boggs and Thomas Adair. Son of the late Thomas and Martha (Finlay) Adair. Always dedicated to educational discipline, Mr. Adair achieved a perfect attendance record from 1st through 12th grade. A celebrated student of engineering at Carnegie Tech, he was awarded a degree in management before becoming a licensed professional engineer. Starting his engineering career as a rolling mill designer for Lewis Foundry, he was a retired vice president of engineering and a member of the board of directors for United Engineering and Foundry Co. Inc.; senior rolling mill Consultant for U.S. Steel Engineering and Consultants; and founder and president of Rolling Mills Engineers and Consultants Inc. Jim Adair was an internationally renowned designer of rolling mills throughout the world, as well as a recognized author of published articles, a holder of patents on rolling mills, and a lifelong member of the Association of Iron and Steel Engineers. J.R. was the architect and builder of his dream home, Dun Adair, the family lodge in Conneaut Lake. A long-standing member of the Duquesne Club, the P.A.A., and the Iroquois Boat Club, Mr. Adair, the proud son of Irish immigrants, also was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and of St. Bernard Church. In his spare time, he was an avid hunter and fly fisherman. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at BEINHAUERS, 2630 W. Liberty Ave., Dormont. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Friday in St. Bernard Church. The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation, 1251 Waterfront Place, Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15222.
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Eva M. Albensi
Latrobe

Eva M. Albensi, 96, of Latrobe, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, in Ligonier Gardens. She was born Aug. 1, 1909, in Wilpen, a daughter of the late Antonio and Anna Palombini Albensi. She was a member of Holy Family Church, Latrobe, and had been a former manager at the Lloyd Avenue Valley Dairy. She also had worked in sales for the Montgomery Ward Catalog office. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Bernadine Albensi, Catherine Tiberi, Elvira Berardi and Helen L. Albensi; and two brothers, Elmer and Amerigo Albensi. She is survived by two nieces, Virginia Florovito and Pauline Tiberi, both of Latrobe; five nephews, Anthony Tiberi, of Ligonier, Elmer Albensi, of Turtle Creek, Donald Albensi, of Murrysville, Clarence Albensi, of Turtle Creek, and Alexander Widich, of Wilpen; and numerous grandnieces and grandnephews. Funeral Mass and interment in Ligonier Valley Cemetery will be private. McCABE FUNERAL HOME, of Derry, is in charge of arrangements.
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Lewis B. Barthels
Smithton

Lewis B. "Bud" Barthels, 80, of Smithton, passed away at 7:35 a.m., Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at UPMC Presbyterian, Oakland. Bud was born June 28, 1925, in Smithton, a son of the late Louis L. and Orpah Gail (Hepler) Barthels. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps and the U.S. Air Force Reserve. After serving his country, he attended W&J; College and went on to graduate from Gettysburg College with the Class of 1950. Bud graduated from Eckels School of Mortuary Science in 1951, and became a licensed funeral director in 1954. He worked for the Jones Brewing Company for 31 years and was the owner and supervisor of the L.L. Barthels Funeral Home Inc., in Smithton. A staunch ally of his community, Bud was the founder and past president of the Smithton Area and South Huntingdon Township Ambulance Service and served on the Smithton Municipal Water Authority for 31 years. He was also on the planning committee for the new sewage plant. Bud also served as treasurer for the Olive Branch Cemetery Board and was a member of the Hoffman Cemetery Board of Directors. Additionally, he was a 50-year member of the Gumment Lodge #252 of Fayette City, the Uniontown Lodge of Perfection 14 Degree, and Coudersport Consistory. Bud was a charter member of the Lt. Wayne S. Forsythe Post #790 of Smithton, which he had served as first chaplain and service officer, and was a member of the Hope Memorial Lutheran Church and past member of the church council. Bud received Smithton's Citizen of the Year in 2003, was a member of the American Chestnut Society, and a member of the Clan Forsythe Society of USA. Bud is survived by his loving wife, Elsie Mae Forsythe Barthels, whom he married Oct. 23, 1954; his children, Lewis B. "Blair" Barthels II and wife, Valerie, of West Newton, Nancy D. Poland and husband, Jeff, of Smithton, Christopher Alan Barthels and wife, Kristy, of Elizabeth Township, and Daniel K. Barthels, of Smithton; his grandchildren, Frank E. Urick Jr., Lacee M. Barthels, Jenna S. Urick, Kari A. Barthels, Levi A. Barthels, Kady N. Barthels, and Ashley and Jonathan Wojcik; his brother, Jack B. Barthels and wife, Jane, of Avon Lake, Ohio; his sisters, Marilyn G. Mitchell and husband, R. Brady, of Dunbar, and Alma G. Thrush and husband, James, of Fallston, Md.; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the L.L. BARTHELS FUNERAL HOME INC., Second Street, Smithton. Additional viewing will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday in Hope Memorial Lutheran Church, Second and Peer streets, Smithton, where services will be held at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Robert G. Pittavino and the Rev. Herbert Peterson co-officiating. Interment will follow in Barren Run Cemetery, South Huntingdon Township. Masonic service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Memorials in Bud's name may be made to Hope Memorial Endowment Fund or the PA Chapter, American Chestnut Society, 206 Forest Resource Lab, University Park, PA 16870.
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Frederick D. Bernas
Greensburg

Frederick D. Bernas, 60, of Greensburg, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, after a courageous battle with cancer, from Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital, Greensburg. Born Feb. 18, 1945, in Latrobe, he was a son of Frederick T. Bernas, of Latrobe, and the late Virginia A. (Callender) Bernas. He was a member of the Fairmont Church Christian Life Center, Stahlstown. He served in the U.S. National Guard. He retired from the City of Greensburg and had also worked for Point Security at the Arnold Palmer Regional Airport. He was a member of the Police Rod & Gun Club, New Alexandria. He was a loving and compassionate husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. In addition to his father, he is survived by his wife, Ellen K. (Klosky) Bernas, of Greensburg; a son, Bryan D. Bernas, of Greensburg; a daughter, Christine R. Tinkey, of Yukon; four grandchildren, Virginia Tinkey, Chelsey Tinkey, Rachael Tinkey and Shayenne Bernas; a brother, Geary K. Bernas and wife, Debbie, of Conneaut, Ohio; two sisters, Lorraine M. Hood and husband, Ross, of Derry, and Haidee D. Bernas, of Latrobe; a number of nieces and nephews; and his faithful friend, Lucy. Family and friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the JOHN J. LOPATICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 601 Weldon St., Latrobe. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Fairmont Church, Stahlstown, with the Rev. Chad Somerville officiating. EVERYONE IS ASKED TO GO DIRECTLY TO CHURCH. The family requests no flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Southwest Region Office, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205 (www.cancer.org).
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Mary Ann Bodell
North Versailles

Mary Ann (Lepolt) Bodell, 73, of North Versailles, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. Wife of the late John Bodell. Mother of Donald (Chris) Bodell, Jack (Beverly) Bodell, Joann (Bob) Schaum, Keith (Liz) Bodell, Karen (Mike) Pruey. Grandmother of eight. Sister of George Lepolt and the late Betty Hess, Kay Daerr and Josephine Stagon. Friends received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the JAMES F. KUTCH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 433 Greensburg Ave., East McKeesport. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Robert Bellarmine Church. Interment in Good Shepherd Cemetery, Monroeville.
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Concetta E. Bonaroti
Verona

Concetta E. Bonaroti, 79, of Verona, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. Loving wife of Peter for 60 years; mother of Thomas (Kathie) Bonaroti, of Oakmont, Don (Linda) Bonaroti, of Plum, Pete (Melanie) Bonaroti, of Verona, Monica Bonaroti, of Oakmont, Donna (Hank) Riley, of Lower Burrell, and Robert (Maryann) Bonaroti, of Verona; she is survived by one brother, Charles Cosnotti; and one sister, Phyllis Gentile. She was preceded in death by many other brothers and sisters; also survived by eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Verona Moose, Verona Eagles and the Oakmont American Legion. She enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the ENGLISH-BERTUCCI FUNERAL HOME INC., family-owned and -operated for over 110 years, 378 Maryland Ave., Oakmont. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in St Joseph Church, Verona.
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John D. Bonnett
West Mifflin
Formerly of Clairton

John D. "J.D" Bonnett, 91, of West Mifflin, formerly of Clairton, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Jefferson Hills. He was born Feb. 23, 1914, in Monessen, a son of the late William M. and Agnes Stevenson Bonnett. He was employed as a Polymerizer operator for the former Hercules, PICCO, (now Eastman Chemical Inc.), Clairton, retiring after 28 years. He was formerly employed, for more than 15 years, with the State Liquor Control Board. He was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish, Clairton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marie (Maley) Bonnett, who died Jan. 19, 1987. He is survived by daughters, Sandra Pittman, of Orange, Va., and Kathleen Eichler, of Pembroke Pines, Fla.; a son, John D. Bonnett II, of Forward; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. There will be no visitation. A private blessing will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in the A.J. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 555 Fifth St., Clairton, www.bekavacfuneralhome.com, with the Rev. Bonaventure Stefun officiating. Private interment will be in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.
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Ethel G. Bricker
Turtle Creek
Formerly of Wilkinsburg

Ethel G. (McMannis) Bricker, 92, of Turtle Creek, formerly of Wilkinsburg, died Christmas Eve, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005, at her residence after a long and healthy life. Beloved wife of the late James; loving mother of Beatrice Fincher and James (Jean) Bricker; sister of Winifred Stoehr, Edith Colbeck, Olive Hull and Gloria Marshall; grandmother of Darlene (Mike) Mosher, Jane (Steven) Kinberg, Julie Bricker, Jon (Myra) Fincher, John Bricker and Jeffrey Bricker; also survived by two great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, numerous nieces and nephews and a large extended family who will all miss her very much. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME INC., corner of Shaw and Triboro avenues, Turtle Creek, 412-823-1950, where services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Interment will follow at Hebron Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
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Bruce K. Brown Jr.

Bruce Keith Brown Jr., 79, died peacefully but unexpectedly on Friday, Dec. 23, 2005. Born in Terre Haute, Ind., Bruce was the son of the late Antoinette Turner and Bruce Keith Brown Sr. He was a notable attorney and oilman who served in Washington during wartime as deputy administrator for the U.S. Petroleum Administration for Defense. Bruce Jr. was a World War II Navy veteran, who served as an electronic technician's mate third class while stationed in Attu, Alaska. After attending Northwestern University, where he met his late wife of 53 years, Margaret Hines Brown, Bruce graduated from Marquette University in 1950 with a degree in electrical engineering. He later attained a certificate from the University of Pittsburgh's Business and Management Program. Following a lifetime business career with Westinghouse, in retirement Bruce followed in his father's footsteps as an independent petroleum producer. He also became an income tax preparer. A longtime resident of Monroeville and recently of Murrysville, Bruce is survived by his daughters, Susan Gill Brown Schmidler and Judith Lyn Brown Breece; his only cousin, Dotty Royston, of Tennessee; and by the family of his late sister, Janet Brown Edeleanu. He also is survived by his beloved golden retriever, Becky. Memorial service and interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory will be welcomed by the Redstone Highlands Benevolent Fund, 6 Gorden Center Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601; or by the Humane Society of the United States. Donations to HSUS are requested to be marked for Katrina Relief. The Jr. Brown family spent many happy times visiting the Sr. Browns in the great city of New Orleans. Arrangements by the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CENTER OF MONROEVILLE, 412-372-2100.
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Eric J. Buzzeo

Eric J. Buzzeo, "A Gentle Giant," 42, died suddenly with his loving family at his side on Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. Beloved son of the late Joseph "Augie" Buzzeo; survived by his devoted mother, Lucy; brother, Carl; sister-in-law Dawn Marie; nieces Nina and Carly; and nephew Joseph Buzzeo. His sensitivity and generosity to those in need knew no bounds. He gave of himself to the end. His co-workers at Kane Hospital and Giant Eagle will miss his hearty laugh and generous spirit. Eric will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. Friends will be received from 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME INC., 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood. Funeral prayer at 9:15 a.m. Friday. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin Church School Fund, 5200 Greenridge Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. www.johnfslater.com.
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Helen Carleo
Swissvale

Helen Porter Carleo, 89, of Swissvale, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005. Beloved wife of the late John Carleo and Charles Porter. Loving mother of Frank Porter, of Pleasant Hills, Ron Porter, of Plum, and Charles Porter, of Penn Hills. Sister of Loretta Birtcher, of Arizona, and the late Charles Conway and Viola Gavin. Also survived by 11 loving grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. Thursday in Good Shepherd Church, Braddock.
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Carole E. Carlton
Monroeville

Carole E. (MacMillan) Carlton, 70, of Monroeville, died Christmas Day, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005. Beloved wife of Charles S. Carlton; loving mother of Pamela (Tod) Danielson, of Houston, Texas, and Robert (Renee) Carlton, of Monroeville; grandmother of Matthew and Corey Petersen and Connor and Justin Carlton; sister of Geraldine May and Eleanor MacMillen, both of Floriday. Carole was a member of Vintage Chevrolet Club of America and also the Shriners RV Club. She volunteered her time to the Shrine in Harmarville whenever she could. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL), corner of Beatty Road and Route 48 North, Monroeville, 412-856-4747, where services will be Thursday, time later. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children, 1877 Shriners Way, Cheswick, PA 15024.
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Lucy M. Coleman
Stahlstown RD1

Lucy M. Coleman, 76, of Stahlstown RD1, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, in Excela Health Latrobe Area Hospital. She was born Sept. 18, 1929, in East Huntingdon Township, a daughter of the late Charles W. and Etta Lint Sanners Shaner. Lucy enjoyed crocheting. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emerson W. Coleman (5/20/99); a brother, John Sanners; and a sister, Betty Marie Douglas. She is survived by five daughters, Violet Hanushovsky and her husband, James, of Latrobe, Shirley Hollick and her husband, John, of Bolivar, Mary Lou Moore and her husband, Paul, of Stahlstown RD1, Nancy Burnsworth and friend, Tony Melendez, of Somerset, and Lucy Spaugy and her husband, Mark, of Acme; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Charles Sanners, of Taylor, Mich. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the L. BOYD SNYDER FUNERAL HOME INC., Church Street, Donegal, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday with the Rev. William N. Simanovich officiating. Interment will be in Snowball Cemetery, Cook Township. Jamie Snyder Brown, funeral director.
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Marie S. Conley
Formerly of Sharpsburg Towers

Marie S. Conley, 88, formerly of Sharpsburg Towers, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005, at Kane Regional Medical Center, Ross. She was born in Pittsburgh on Sept. 28, 1917, to the late James and Matilda Conley. She was preceded in death by a son, Donald R. Conley. Surviving are her granddaughters, Denise (Charles) Walker, of Culpepper, Va., Lisa (Joseph) Belch, of Roanoke, Va., Jill (J.B) Geter, of Powhatan, Va.; six great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; daughter-in-law, Charlotte Conley Hazelwood, of Rich Creek, Va.; brother, Willard "Bill" (Ann) Conley, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; nephew Bill (Betty) Palcic and family, of Pittsburgh; cousin, Sally (Daniel) Kotch, of Pittsburgh; niece, Mitzie (John) Sawtell, of Spokane, Wash.; and several other nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Butler at 46th streets, Lawrenceville. Funeral service at 10 a.m. Friday. www.dalessandroltd.com
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Violet R. Crain
Valencia
Formerly of Mars

Violet R. Crain, 91, of Valencia, formerly of Mars, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at Fosnight Personal Care Home, Richland. Born in Leesburg, on May 16, 1914, she was the daughter of the late Hiram Blanche Weaver Hedglin. She was a retired beautician and had owned a beauty shop in Grove City. She had lived in California for many years, before returning to Mars in 1994. She was an avid bingo player and golfer. Surviving are two daughters, Barbara Seitz, of Middlesex, and Joanne Price, of Texas; also seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Edward H. Craft, and her second husband, Guy Crain, and seven brothers and sisters. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the MCDONALD-AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars. Funeral service will follow at 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Findlay Cemetery, Mercer County. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Joseph E. Dannhardt
Greensburg

Joseph Edward Dannhardt, 30, of Greensburg, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, surrounded by his family after battling a brain tumor. He was born March 25, 1975, in Greensburg, a beloved son of Francis and Estelle Dannhardt, of Greensburg. He formerly had been employed by O.C. Cluss Lumber, Greensburg, and previously for Professional Remerchandising. He was a graduate of Greensburg Central Catholic High School, 1994. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving son, Garrett, a sixth-grade student at Aquinas Academy; five siblings, Mary Beth Dannhardt (Russell Fetter), of Greensburg, Patty Goodwin (Chuck), of Churchville, Margaret Tobin (Robert), of Havertown, John Dannhardt, of Cranberry Township, and Theresa Skoloda (Joe), of Latrobe; a niece, Madison Goodwin; and twin nephews, Ryan and Luke Tobin. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the BACHA FUNERAL HOME INC., 516 Stanton at Green streets, Greensburg. Prayers at 9 a.m. Friday in the funeral home, followed by a funeral Mass to be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, Greensburg, with the Rev. Monsignor Raymond E. Riffle as celebrant. Entombment will follow in the Greensburg Catholic Cemetery mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Garrett J. Dannhardt Trust, in care of S&T; Bank, 701 E. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, PA 15601. He was a good man and loved God with all his heart. Joseph will be missed by his friends and family. "God bless you always."
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John T. Doyle
Highland Park
Formerly of Garfield

John T. "Tim" Doyle, of Highland Park, formerly of Garfield, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005. Beloved father of Terese Doyle, of Pompano Beach, Fla., Kelley Oliver and husband Don, of Waco, Texas, and Timothy Doyle, of Pittsburgh; grandfather of Heather Weitzel and Ryan, Matthew, Christopher and Caitlyn Oliver; brother of Bill Doyle and wife Patty; uncle of Bill Jr. and Dan Doyle. Tim was an avid golf enthusiast. Friends received 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at McCABE BROS INC. FUNERAL HOME, 5300 Penn Ave., Bloomfield, where funeral will commence at 8:30 a.m. Friday followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. in St. Lawrence O'Toole Church.
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Lillian I. Elder
Houston, Pa.

Lillian I. Elder, 80, of Houston, Pa., died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005, in the Donnell House, Washington, Pa. She was born Jan. 22, 1925, in Gayly Pa., a daughter of Ewing and Lucy Bracker Verner. Mrs. Elder had worked as a secretary for Traveler's Insurance in Pittsburgh, then as an office manager for W.T. Grants store in Canonsburg, and retired from the Mountford Drug Store in Houston, where she had worked as a clerk. She was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church in Houston. Her hobbies included playing cards and puzzle books and she enjoyed following her grandchildren's activities. On July 21, 1956, in Pittsburgh, she married Boyd Elder who survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Gerri Chaney, of Washington, Karen Talerico (John), of Bridgeville, and Sheryl Lammay (George), of Scenery Hill; nine grandchildren, Tracey Tabron, Amy Conner, Deanna Ramsey, Michael, Mark and Tara Talerico and Matthew, Nicholas and Beth Lammay; and five great-grandchildren, Chelsea Hardy, Mikie and Dalton Tabron and Alexis and Austin Franklin. Deceased are a daughter, Sandra Lee Elder; an infant son, Mark Allen Elder; and two brothers, Norman and Dalton Verner. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the MCILVAINE-SPEAKMAN FUNERAL HOME LTD., 27 Cherry Ave., Houston. Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday in the First United Presbyterian Church, Houston. Please meet at the church. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Gardens, McMurray. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Donnell House, 10 Leet St., Washington, Pa. You may view or add tributes at www.woodrufffamilyservices.com.
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Kellie A. Entwisle
Ligonier

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Kellie Adair Entwisle, 36, of Ligonier, who died Monday afternoon, Dec. 26, 2005, in Excela Health Latrobe Area Hospital. She was born April 27, 1969, in Virginia Beach, Va. She attended the Valley School of Ligonier and the Ligonier Valley Senior High School. She is survived by her loving mother, Margaret "Peg" Watson Entwisle, of Rector; a sister, Wendy Scott Paff, of Pittsburgh; a brother, Brooke Watson Scott (and his wife, Elizabeth), of Butler; two nephews; two nieces; and her aunt and uncle, Michael and Suzy Watson, of Rector. A celebration of Kellie's life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006, at St. Michael's of the Valley Church, Rector, with the Rev. James B. Simons officiating. Interment will be in St. Michael's Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Kellie's memory to the Ligonier Valley Library. Kellie's arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the J. PAUL McCRACKEN FUNERAL CHAPEL INC., Ligonier.
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Emma M. Estocin
Wilkins

Emma M. Estocin, 91, of Linhart, Wilkins, died Christmas Day, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005. Emma was a retired employee of Westinghouse, East Pittsburgh Plant. Beloved aunt of Mary Dinnocenzo Bencivenga (husband, Bob), Anthony Dinnocenzo, Thomas Estocin, the Rev. Frank Estocin (wife, Irene), Pauline Vrbanic, Freddy Vrbanic, Marlene Vrbanic Fink (husband, Mark) and the late John Estocin. Dearest sister of Helen Vrbanic (husband, Fred), the late Andrew Estocin (wife, the late Mary) and the late Mary Dinnocenzo (husband, Anthony). Special grandaunt of Anthony and Adriana Bencivenga and also grandaunt of Andrew Estocin and Mary Teryek. Friends welcome from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 1111 Monroeville Ave., Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Helen Church of Holy Cross Parish.
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Anna Fresh
Whitehall
Formerly of South Side

Anna (Greb) Fresh, 93, of Whitehall, formerly of the South Side, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Edward Fresh Jr. Loving mother of Kathy Armento, Carol (Joseph Sr.) Territo and Edward D. Fresh. Grandmother of nine. Great-grandmother of nine. Daughter of the late Daniel and Mary Greb. Sister of Rose Kincak and the late John and Harry Greb, Stella Mingo Greb and Catherine Berbick. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 1 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Thomas a' Becket Church, Gill Hall Road. Interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery.
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Alice K. Gallo
Penn Hills

Alice K. Gallo, 86, of Penn Hills, died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Walter D. Gallo; loving mother of David C. Gallo (Kathy) and Barbara Rohrbauck (Bob); also survived by seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Monroeville Assembly of God Church. Memorials may be made to the Monroeville Assembly of God, Silverliners; or the Activity Department of the Cedars, Monroeville. Arrangements by CHARLES W. TRENZ FUNERAL HOME INC., Penn Hills.
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Marjorie Ghrist
Adamsburg

Marjorie Stubbs Ghrist, 69, of Adamsburg, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at her home. She was born Sept. 21, 1936, in Roundup, Mont., a daughter of the late Homer and Marjorie Leona Myers Stubbs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Ghrist, in May of 2005; and a daughter, Ellen Leona Ghrist. Surviving are two daughters, Sue Downard and Paula Ghrist, both of Adamsburg; two sons, William E. Ghrist and his wife, Teresa, of Jeannette, and Scott Ghrist, of Adamsburg; four grandchildren, Chris, Tricia and Terri Ghrist and Brandon Keenan; a great-grandchild, Braydon Ghrist; four brothers, Norm, Harold, Paul and Robert Stubbs, all of Montana; and her mother-in-law, Dora Ghrist, of Adamsburg. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the JOSEPH F. OTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 504 Oak St., Irwin. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Norman Nething officiating. Family requests, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. John F. Ott assisting the family with arrangements.
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E. Richard Gill
Bellevue

E. Richard "Dick" Gill, 63, of Bellevue, died suddenly on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005. Beloved husband and best friend of Marijane (Joyce) Steding Gill and the late Janet (DeCarlo) Gill. Loving father of David (Patty) Gill, TSgt. Todd (Joyce) Gill, USAF, and Amy L. Gill. Stepfather of Sean (Patty), Jana and Kurt Steding. Brother of Eunice Bane, Eugene and Earl Gill and the late Edward and Emmett Gill and Eileen Wasson. Grandfather of Ashley, Jalyn and Dalton Gill, Sean and Chase Steding, Buddy Gill and the late Chance Steding. Also survived by special nephew Joey Klett and many other dear family members and friends. Preceded in death by nephew Bill Wasson. Friends received from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME INC., 460 Lincoln Ave., Bellevue. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Thursday in the Church of the Assumption, Bellevue. www.ltmillerfuneralhome.com.
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Anita Grilli
Elizabeth

Anita Grilli, 85, of Elizabeth, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005, in Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Jefferson Hills. She was born July 29, 1920, in Elizabeth, to the late Attillo and Mary Bove Lucenti. She was a retired cafeteria worker for Elizabeth Forward Elementary School, Elizabeth, and a member of St. Michael Roman Catholic Church, Elizabeth. She also was a member of the Blaine Hill AARP, Elizabeth Senior Citizens, Sons of Columbus Regina-Della Valle Council 40, of Clairton. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Guerino Grilli, on May 8, 2005; and a sister, Angeline Fragassi. She is survived by two sons, Dean Grilli and his family, of Clairton, and Louis "Paige" (Sandy) Grilli, of Charleroi; a sister, Gilda Curcio, of Fort Myers, Fla.; two grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and nieces and nephews. Friends received from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m. to noon Thursday at the PAUL E. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 221 Second St., Elizabeth Borough, www.bekavacfuneralhome.com. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in St. Michael Roman Catholic Church, Elizabeth, with the Rev. Rudolph Smoley officiating. Interment in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Township.
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John L. Guy Sr.
New Kensington

John L. Guy Sr., 79, of New Kensington, on Saturday, Dec. 24. Ross G. Walker Funeral Home Ltd., New Kensington.
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Ralph W. Hayden
Greensburg RD3

Ralph W. Hayden, 83, of Greensburg RD3, on Tuesday, Dec. 27. Kepple-Graft Funeral Home Inc., Greensburg.
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Cecelia J. Hensch
Shaler

Cecelia J. (Cheech) Hensch, 60, of Shaler, died Christmas Day, Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005. Beloved wife of Robert M. (Huggy). Mother of Amy and Louis Giglio. Stepmother of Robert M. Jr., William C. and Brian S. Hensch. Also survived by 10 grandchildren. Sister of Diane McDonald, Joan Jericho and Joseph Bergamasco. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Butler at 46th streets, Lawrenceville. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Joseph Church, Bloomfield, time later. www.dalessandroltd.com.
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Eleanore Hibbs
Perryopolis

Eleanore Hibbs, of Perryopolis, died Monday, Dec. 19, 2005. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Edgar Hibbs, a longtime superintendent of the Frazier School District; her father, Q.R. Capuzzi, an early business pioneer in this area, and mother, Clarine Frank; and her brother, Thomas. Surviving are two sisters, Renelda Sherwood, of Trenton, N.J., and Clarine Hall, of Winnetka, Ill.; seven nephews; and 15 grandnieces and -nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the BLAIR-LOWTHER FUNERAL HOME INC., Perryopolis, where a prayer service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Perryopolis, with the Rev. Father John T. Euker as celebrant. Interment will follow in Sylvan Heights Cemetery, Uniontown. Memorials may be sent to California University of Pennsylvania for the Eleanore C. Hibbs Freshman Writing Award or to St. John the Baptist Church, Perryopolis.
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Eleanore Hibbs
Perryopolis

Eleanore Hibbs, of Perryopolis, passed away, Monday, Dec. 19, 2005. Mrs. Hibbs attended what was then California State Teachers College and received her bachelor of science in education and a Master of Arts in English from the University of Pittsburgh. She began teaching in the Redstone Township School District, and then went to the Uniontown Area School District and the University of Pittsburgh. She spent the last years of her career as a Professor of English at California University of Pennsylvania. In her home community of Perryopolis, she was on the Mary Fuller Frazier Library Board and the St. John the Baptist Parish Council. She was a member of the Perryopolis Fine Arts Club and Phi Delta Kappa. Her husband, George Edgar Hibbs, the longtime superintendent of the Frazier School District; her father, Q.R. Capuzzi, an early business pioneer in this area, and mother, Clarine Frank; and her brother, Thomas. She is survived by two sisters, Renelda Sherwood, of Trenton, N.J., and Clarine Hall, of Winnetka, Ill.; seven nephews; and 15 grandnieces and -nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the BLAIR-LOWTHER FUNERAL HOME INC., Perryopolis, where a prayer service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Perryopolis, with the Rev. Father John T. Euker as celebrant. Interment will follow in Sylvan Heights Cemetery, Uniontown. Memorials may be sent to California University of Pennsylvania for the Eleanore C. Hibbs Freshman Writing Award, or to St. John the Baptist Church, Perryopolis.
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James J. Jaskowski Sr.
Library

James J. Jaskowski Sr., 63, of Library, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005. Loving father of Lisa (James) Nath, Susan (Scott) Phillips and James J. Jaskowski Jr. Cherished grandfather of Lauren and Justin Nath and Brett Phillips. Beloved companion of Judy Rogers. Friends received from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the PAUL L. HENNEY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, Bethel Park. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Valentine Church. www.henneyfuneralhome.com. Member of Covered Bridge Independents.
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Alice Johnston
Hays

Alice "Tootsie" Johnston, 74, of Hays, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Howard Johnston. Loving mother of Carol Gooding, Mary Lou (Paul) Hoyson and John (Sandy) Johnston. Loving sister of Theresa "Jenny" Reola. Loving grandmother of Lance Hoyson, Marleigh and Amelia Johnston. Daughter of the late John and Alice (McElhinny) Colgan. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME INC., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Angels Catholic Church, Hays. Interment at Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Angels Catholic Church, 408 Baldwin Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15207.
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Paul Karan
Turtle Creek

Paul Karan, 83, of Turtle Creek, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. Beloved son of the late George and Katherine (Evashavik) Karan; brother of the late Samuel Karan; cousin of George and Buckie Evashavik and Sally Paladin; also survived by three nieces, Susan, Judy and April. Paul was a World War II Navy veteran, a Pearl Harbor survivor and a longshoreman on the California coast for more than 30 years. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME INC., corner of Shaw and Triboro avenues, Turtle Creek, 412-823-1950, where a funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday. Pomen service at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Interment with military honors will follow at Restland Memorial Park.
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Mary Kerestes
Greensburg

Mary (Kahan) Kerestes, 95, of Greensburg, passed away Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005, in Monsour Medical Center, Jeannette. She was born Oct. 23, 1910, in Monessen, a daughter of the late John and Eve (Michowich) Kahan. When she was 6 months old, Mary and her family moved to Austria, where she lived until she was 18 years old. Mary had a passion for farming and the outdoors, having worked in the fields and with the farm animals for many years. She was the owner of Kerestes Farm Dairy, Belle Vernon. Mary was Catholic by faith, and was a member of St. John Baptist de la Salle Catholic Church, Delmont. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her husband, John Kerestes; a son, John R. Kerestes Jr.; and her twin brother, Michael Kahan. Mary is survived by her two devoted daughters, Agnes Moran, of Indiana, and Marcella (Ron) Ray, of Greensburg, with whom Mary lived all of her life, having moved in with the Rays after their marriage. Mary helped them raise and care for their children and home. Also surviving are two brothers, Harry Kahan, of Brazil, and Andy Kahan, of the Ukraine; a sister, Tillie Balych; a niece, Maria Holod; and their families. She will be missed by her seven grandchildren, Ronnie and Scott Ray, Renee (Greg) Lloyd, Melissa (Bob) Lynn, Frank Moran Jr., Theresa (Michael) Kinasiewicys and Dr. Jacqueline Moran and husband, Kevin Burns; 13 great-grandchildren, Mercedez, Bobby and Harley Lynn, Ian, Bailey, Sam, Caleb and Kate Ray, Cassie Moran, Michael and Julianna Kinasiewicys, Nicole and Rachel Burns; and numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the VAIA FUNERAL HOME INC., 463 Athena Drive, Delmont. A funeral Mass for Mary will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. John Baptist de la Salle Catholic Church, Delmont, with Father James Goldberg as celebrant. Interment will follow in Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont. For directions, go to (www.VaiaFuneralHome.com).
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Desmond E. Koeberlein
Formerly of Etna

Desmond E. Koeberlein, 79, formerly of Etna, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, in Naples, Fla. Husband of Maude E. Father of Cheryl Heuler and William Koeberlein. Grandfather of Jill and Scott Koeberlein. Visitation from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at NEELYS, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Shaler. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday in All Saints Church, Etna.
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Alfred E. Lersch
Forest Hills

Alfred E. Lersch, 83, of Forest Hills, died Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2005. Husband of the late Rosemary Lersch. Brother of Emil Lersch, Valaria DuBois and the late David Lersch. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. No visitation. A memorial Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Sacred Heart Church, 1600 Brinston Road, Braddock Hills. Arrangements by RAPP FUNERAL HOME INC., 10940 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills, 412-241-5415.
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Shawna M. Linsenbigler
Turtle Creek

Shawna Marie Linsenbigler, 10, of Turtle Creek, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. Loving daughter of William F. and Tanya (Hall) Linsenbigler; sister of William F. Linsenbigler Jr.; caring granddaughter of Thomas J. and Mary F. (Hartsock) Linsenbigler and Marge (Moon) Hall; great-granddaughter of Amelia Teresenko; niece of Thomas Jr. and Steve Linsenbigler and Clay and Jim Hall. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME INC., corner of Shaw and Triboro avenues, Turtle Creek, 412-823-1950. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the First United Presbyterian Church of Turtle Creek. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Interment will follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to the Linsenbigler Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 110, Turtle Creek, PA 15145.
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Leo H. Litzinger
Monroeville

Leo H. Litzinger, 71, of Monroeville, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. Beloved husband of Carole A. Father of Debra A. (Lloyd) Marts, Paula Jo Yoho, Lynda A. Litzinger. Grandfather of Christopher, Joshua, Michael, Adam, Brianne, Donald and Tyler. Brother of Marie Lapota, Marge Monro, Lois Powell and the late William Litzinger. Everyone please meet for a 10 a.m. Saturday service at St. Martin Episcopal Church, St. Martin Drive, Monroeville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Martin Episcopal Church. Arrangements by the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL CENTER OF MONROEVILLE, 412-372-2100. www.corlfuneralchapel.com
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Johanna M. Marcinizyn
North Versailles

Johanna M. "Jennie" (Kutzel) Marcinizyn, 83, of North Versailles, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. After a short illness, our loving Jennie left us for a better place. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, George P. Marcinizyn; and her brothers, Edward Kutzel and Frank Kutcel. She is survived by her sister, Mary B. Drnevich. Jennie will be greatly missed by her 33 nieces and nephews and many grandnieces and grandnephews. Jennie was active with the Churchill AARP 1141 and the St. Robert Bellarmine Christian Mothers and, also, for more than 50 years, the St. Robert's Friday Divine Mercy Chaplet. Friends welcome from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave., at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial at noon Friday in St. Robert Bellarmine Church. Entombment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Forbes Hospice, c/o 2570 Haymaker Road, Monroeville, PA 15146.
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Margaret Marshall
Monroeville

Margaret (Sinwell) Marshall, 93, of Monroeville, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. Beloved wife of the late Raymond; loving mother of Constance (Edward) Vrabel, of Penn Hills; grandmother of Rebecca (Paul) Stackhouse, of Penn Township; Victoria (Charles) Wiedrich, of Penn Hills, and Mark Vrabel, of Pennsbury Village; sister of Agnes Goodwin, Marian Salmon, Catherine Susin, Matthew Sinwell and the late Anna Wallace, William and Paul Sinwell; also three great-grandchildren. Friends will be received 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES INC. (MONROEVILLEJPLUM CHAPEL), corner of Beatty Road and Route 48 North, Monroeville, 412-856-4747. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Thursday in St. Bernadette Parish. Interment will follow at All Saints Catholic Cemetery.
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Amelia H. McConaghy
Columbus, Ohio
Formerly of West View

Amelia H. "Babe" McConaghy, 82, of Columbus, Ohio, formerly of West View, died Tuesday morning, Dec. 27, 2005, at Riverside Hospital, Columbus. Born in Pittsburgh on Sept. 10, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Amelia Moll Hollenberger. She was a retired registered nurse for Dixmont State Hospital. She was a member of St. Elizabeth Roman Catholic Church in Columbus, and was a former member of St. Athanasius Roman Catholic Church, West View. She was a member of the West View VFW Ladies Auxiliary, the Riverview AARP, Westerville Senior Citizens, the Blendon Woods Senior Citizens and the West Penn Alumni Association. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alex McConaghy, who died in 1980; and by two brothers, Samuel and Robert Hollenberger; and two sisters, Doris Kern and Viola Hudak. Surviving are a son, Mark McConaghy, of Indianapolis, Ind.; a daughter, Joyce McConaghy, of Columbus; a sister, Mrs. Ralph (Esther) Jones, of Mars; two brothers, James Hollenberger, in Florida, and John Hollenberger, of Youngstown, Ohio; also three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the MCDONALD-AEBERLI FUNERAL HOME INC., 238 Crowe Ave., Mars. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Kilian Roman Catholic Church, Mars, with the Rev. Charles Bober, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Lakewood Memorial Gardens, Indiana Township. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
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John F. McKeeta
Elizabeth Township

John F. McKeeta, 90, of Elizabeth Township, died Friday, Dec. 23, 2005, in Mercy Hospital, Buffalo, N.Y. He was born March 14, 1915, in McKeesport and was the son of the late John W. and Katherine Faix McKeeta and was the husband of Florence Parnham McKeeta, who died April 22, 2005. He was a member of St. Michael Roman Catholic Church, Elizabeth Township, and was co-owner of the former McKeeta Welding on Market Street, McKeesport, with his brother Regis. John was a lifetime member of the McKeesport Sportsman's Association where he received many marksmanship awards. He was a gun collector and an avid hunter. He is survived by daughters, Janice Rainforth, of Hamburg, N.Y., and Kathie Diskin, of Columbia, Md.; brother, Regis McKeeta, of Elizabeth Township; six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a nephew. He was preceded in death by a great-grandson, Nigel Rainforth; and sisters, Frances Sarinsky and Virginia Mowrey. Friends are welcome from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the GILBERT FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC., 6028 Smithfield St., Boston, Elizabeth Township. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Michael Roman Catholic Church with the Rev. Rudolph F. Smoley officiating. Interment will follow at the Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Township.
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James J. McNulty
North Braddock

James J. McNulty, 77, of North Braddock, died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005. He was born Dec. 29, 1927, in North Braddock, a son of the late William T. and Mary (Kramer) McNulty. James was a Scott High School graduate, class of 1946; an Army veteran; a member of the American Legion; a lifelong Penguin hockey fan; and was retired from E.L. Weigand Co. He is survived by his sisters, Regina Meister, of Sun City, Ariz., Sarah Bluemont, of West Palm Beach, Fla., and Florence Cain, of Greensburg; and by 11 devoted nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Michael, John, William and Thomas McNulty, and a sister, Frances Simon. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the RONALD V. LUCAS FUNERAL HOME, 534 Jones Ave., at Bell Avenue, North Braddock, 412-271-1361, where a blessing service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Military honors will follow with private interment. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Good Shepherd Catholic School. www.ronlucasfuneralhome.com.
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Carole L. Mika
McKeesport

Carole L. Mika, 62, of McKeesport, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at Mercy Jeannette Hospital. Born Aug. 20, 1943, in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Leo L. and Mary B. Bursanich Mika and sister of the late Charlene A. Geletko. She was the senior vice president and a financial consultant for Arthurs Lestrange & Co. A member of St. Mary Czestochowa Parish in McKeesport, she was past president of the St. Mary Czestochowa Christian Mothers and Rosary Society, treasurer of the Ladies of Charity, a member of the finance council, a past president of the former McKeesport Central Catholic School Board and past treasurer of the PTG of the school and also served as a Eucharistic minister for the church. Ms. Mika was president of the McKeesport-White Oak Kiwanis and a member of the Downtown McKeesport Association, the education committee of the Weed and Seed Program, and was on the board of trustees with Carnegie Library in McKeesport. She is survived by a niece, Maran Lee Geletko, of McKeesport; and cousins, Gayle (Dan) Kurpick, Sandra (Chris) Deutsch, Cheryl (Tom) Kirsch, Gary (Paulette) Klun, Irene Balint and Joannie (John) Lawton. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the JAYCOX-JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME INC., 2703 O'Neil Blvd., McKeesport. A blessing service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday in the chapel of the funeral home followed by an 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary Czestochowa Church with Father Edward S. Litavec officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Polish Cemetery, White Oak. www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
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Frank P. Miller
Lincoln Place

Frank P. Miller, of Lincoln Place, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. Beloved husband of Elsie (Kemeny); father of Frank (Donna) Miller, of Houston, Texas, and Richard (Kristi) Miller, of Cranberry; brother of Mildred Elliott, Betty Heine and the late Mary McNamara, Madeline Jones, Katherine Porr and William Miller; grandfather of Joshua, Joseph, Samantha and Katherine. Mr. Miller was a veteran of the Navy, serving in World War II. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main St., Munhall. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Friday in Holy Angels Church, Hays. Interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.
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John S. Neubauer

John S. Neubauer, 45, died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005. Son of Roberta Neubauer and the late Oscar W. Neubauer. Father of April Neubauer. Brother of Carole and Gary W. Neubauer. Uncle of Sean and Terry Neubauer. Former husband of Vikky Neubauer. There will be no visitation. Arrangements by HEALY-HAHN FUNERAL HOME, Millvale, 412-821-2940.
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John M. O'Brien

John M. O'Brien, 71, died Monday, Dec. 26. 2005, after a long illness. Son of the late Ralph O'Brien and Thelma (Cochrane) O'Brien. Mr. O'Brien was a native of West Newton; a 1955 graduate of St. Vincent College; fireman of the U.S. Coast Guard, serving on the USS Cuyahoga; product manager for Harbison Walker Refractories. He was a member of the AIMME and the American Founding Society. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Katherine (Coleman) "Kay" O'Brien. Preceded in death by a sister, Kathleen O'Brien Nard. Survived by nieces, Kathleen Keough (Tom), Suzanne Swegal (Gary) and Jennifer Nugent (Terry); nephews, John Nard Jr. and Christopher Nard (Karen). Also survived by 11 great-nieces and -nephews. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at LAUGHLIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 222 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Bernard Church. Interment in West Newton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Bernard Church, 311 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15228, or to the Brother Foundation, 1200 Galveston Ave., Pittsburgh, PA. www.laughlinfuneralhome.com.
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Martin D. O'Rorke
Shaler

Martin D. O'Rorke Jr., 74, of Shaler, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. Husband of Rosemary Barna O'Rorke. Father of Maura, Brian and Barry O'Rorke and wife Laura. Brother of Patrick O'Rorke and the late Thomas O'Rorke. Grandfather of Sabine and Fiona. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mr. O'Rorke was an Army veteran of the Korean War and a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at NEELYS, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Shaler. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Friday in St. Bonaventure Church.
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Mildred Palo
West Mifflin

Mildred Yanyo Palo, of West Mifflin, died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005. An accomplished seamstress, Millie made much of her daughters' clothes while hey were in grade school. She also was highly skilled in cultivating roses in her gardens, which was a source of great joy to her husband, Joe. During the last seven months she lived at Broadmore Assisted Living in Bridgeville, where she experienced much happiness and well-being through the loving, professional care of the staff, and through the many activities in which she participated. As recently as early December she was in rehearsal with the residents' choir preparing for a Christmas carol performance during the holidays. Although her happiness and laughter may be missed, the joyful memory of Millie at Broadmore and in her entire life will be forever kept in the hearts of all who loved her. Beloved wife of the late Joseph; loving mother of Mildred Ann Havens, of California, Kathleen White, of Georgia, and Karen Tury Cecil, of North Carolina; sister of William Yanyo and Mary DeSorbes; grandmother of Jennifer and Jonathan Havens and Adam Tury. Friends received from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main St., Munhall. Funeral Liturgy at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. John Cathedral, Munhall.
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Robert O. Poff
Shaler

Robert O. Poff, 87, of Shaler, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005, in UPMC St. Margaret Hospital. He was born in Pittsburgh on April 15, 1918. He was a 33rd degree Mason, a member of Perry Ionic Lodge 796, a more than 50-year member of the Syria Shrine, the consistory and the Scottish Rite and was a retired engineer for the Pennsylvania Railroad. Loving father of Robert M. Poff, of Florida, and James C. Poff, of McCandless. Grandfather of Brian J. Poff, of Georgia, and Wendy S. Poff, of South Carolina. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna M. (Bittner) Poff; and a daughter, Bonnie H. Poff Young. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday at the DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 806 Perry Highway, Ross, where services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Masonic service will be at 7:30 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Mr. Royal Cemetery.
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Paul R. Pushic
North Huntingdon

Paul R. Pushic, 58, of North Huntingdon, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005, in UPMC in Pittsburgh. He was born Aug. 28, 1947, a son of the late Paul and Victoria Bialon Pushic. He was a retired casework supervisor for the Pennsylvania Department of Welfare of the South Hills, Pittsburgh. He was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church of North Huntingdon, the St. Agnes Athletic Association and the St. Agnes Men's Club. He was also a member of L.O.O.M. #236 of Irwin and American Legion 701 of White Oak and was a Vietnam War veteran, having served in the U.S. Air Force. Surviving are his wife, Karen Kraynik Pushic; two sons, Steven Pushic and his wife, Katherine, of Port Matilda, Pa., and Christopher Pushic, of Chicago, Ill.; three brothers, Richard Pushic, of Delmont, Daniel Pushic, of White Oak, and Phillip Pushic, of Georgia; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the JOSEPH F. OTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 504 Oak St., Irwin. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. John F. Ott assisting the family with arrangements.
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Edward M. Rietski
White Oak

Edward M. "Mr. Ski" Rietski, 81, of White Oak, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at his residence. He was born April 21, 1924, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Joseph Rietski and Sophie Rietski Langowski. A U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, he was a retired electrical draftsman for Westinghouse Electric and was a member of St. Angela Merici Parish, White Oak, the White Oak American Legion Post 701, the William Penn Fraternal Association and the Holy Name Society of the church. He is survived by his wife, AnnaMae Siebert Rietski; daughter, Barbara (Nicholas) Couglin, of Edinboro; son, Michael Rietski, of Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Nick Coughlin Jr., Jackie Rietski, Mike Rietski Jr.; sister, Genevieve Brooks, of California; and nieces and nephews. Friends received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the JAYCOX-JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME INC., 2703 O'Neil Blvd., McKeesport. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Angela Merici Church with the Very Rev. Stephen Chervenak as celebrant. Interment will follow in New St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. Memorial contributions may be made to either the American Heart Association, 10 Duff Road, Suite 304, Pittsburgh, PA 15235-3207 or Medi Home Hospice of Irwin, 9173 Route 30, Irwin, PA 15642.
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Charles R. Rimel
Champion

Charles R. "Charlie" Rimel, 51, of Champion, died unexpectedly Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at his home. He was born June 11, 1954, in Connellsville, a son of Helen Kalp Rimel, of Jones Mills, and the late Charles E. Rimel. Charlie was a resident of Champion for most of his life. He was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and a member of the Acme United Methodist Church. In addition to his mother, Charlie is survived by two sons, Charles A. Rimel, of Acme, and Michael Richard Rimel, of Jones Mills; and three sisters, Jean Brown and her husband, Joe, and Patty Martin and her husband, Roy, all of Lakeland, Fla., and Vicki Goodwin and her husband, Doug, of Jones Mills. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the CLYDE BROOKS FUNERAL HOME INC., Route 711, Melcroft, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday with the Rev. Terry Trudgen officiating. A committal service and interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Saltlick Township. To sign the online guest registry, please visit www.brooksfuneralhomes.com.
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Kathleen E. Rosen
Wilkins
Formerly of Nashville, Tenn.

Kathleen E. "Kitty" (Wall) Rosen, 62, of Wilkins, formerly of Nashville, Tenn., died Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 2005. Kitty was a foster mother for many children and she was a childcare provider for many children in her Nashville home. Former wife of Arnold Rosen of New York. Mother of Kathleen Belejchak and Garrett Ankney, both of Tennessee. Daughter of Betty Wall, of Chalfant, and the late Frank Wall. Sister of Linda Cooley, of Chalfant, Patrick Wall, of Mt. Pleasant, and Ralph Wall, of Monroeville. Also survived by nine grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Friends welcome from 4 until time of service at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave., at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800.
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Dominic R. Rossi
Swisshelm Park

Dominic R. Rossi, of Swisshelm Park, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005. Beloved husband of 36 years to Kathleen Rossey Rossi. Loving father of Kelly A. Dicicco and her husband, Jamie, of Imperial, and Heather T. Rossi, of Pittsburgh. Dear Pap of Ethan Dominic Dicicco. Brother of Rita Bair, of Turtle Creek, Jimmy Rossi and his wife, Kathy, of New York, and Nan Bohin, of Swissvale. Son of the late Dominic and Rita Rossi. Son-in-law of Bud and Gladys Rossey. Brother-in-law of Tracy Scott and her husband, Gary, Buddy and his wife, Theresa, Gary and his wife, Cheryl, Gregg and his wife, Kathy, John and his wife, Cathy, and Jerry and his wife, Kathy. Also survived by nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME INC., 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Anselm Roman Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Nied Funeral Home is a proud member of the Good Grief Center. www.niedfuneralhome.com.
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Elizabeth Rudy
Greensburg

Elizabeth "Betty" Rudy, 82, of Greensburg, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, in IHS of Greater Pittsburgh at Greensburg. She was born Aug. 9, 1923, in Greensburg, a daughter of the late George and Mary McNulty. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Greensburg and the Christian Women's Fellowship of the church. She was a volunteer with the Westmoreland Hospital Women's Auxiliary, was a member of the Chesmac Garden Club and was an avid bridge player. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ansel C. Rudy. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Cathy Roberts and her husband, Alan, of Maryville, Tenn., and Mrs. Carol Yurcevich and her husband, Greg, of Southwest Greensburg; and two grandchildren, Lauren and Gregory Yurcevich, both of Southwest Greensburg. Betty was a devoted mother and grandmother. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the COSHEY-NICHOLSON FUNERAL HOME INC., 319 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Tracey Mills officiating. Interment will follow in Westmoreland County Memorial Park, Hempfield Township. Memorial donations may be made to the First Christian Church, Old Route 66, Greensburg, PA 15601. Alvin P. Oskin Jr., supervisor, in charge of arrangements.
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Keith E. Russ
Murrysville

Keith E. Russ, 64, of Murrysville, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Dec. 31, 1940, in Louisville, Ky., a son of the late John and Leland (Shimfessel) Russ. Keith was employed as a machinist by B&K; Tool & Die Co., Murrysville. He was a member of the Italian American Club, Export, and PNA, Export. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Scott Russ. Keith is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Nancy L. (Bower) Russ; two daughters, Kathy Jones and husband, Jonathon, of Irwin, and Jennifer Russ, of Murrysville; and a sister, Karen Donahue, of Indiana. He will be missed by his granddaughters, Emily and Katherine; and his nieces, Skye and Amber. Respecting the family's wishes, there will be no public viewing. Entombment at Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont, will be private. VAIA FUNERAL HOME INC., 463 Athena Drive, Delmont, in charge of arrangements.
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Helen M. Schulte
Bethel Park

Helen Marie (Barthen) Schulte, 61, of Bethel Park, a wonderful wife, mother and caregiver and a beautiful person cherished by all, passed away suddenly on Friday, Dec. 23, 2005. She is survived by her husband, Vince Schulte; daughter, Heather Schulte; son, Bradley Schulte; two brothers, Jack Barthen and Alfred Barthen; two sisters, Mary Ann Luketich and Julia Beyer. She will be deeply missed by all. Friends are invited to call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the LEO J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 323 Second Ave., Carnegie, www.leohenneyfuneralhome.com. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Ignatius Church of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish.
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Leonard Sedor
Upper St. Clair

Leonard Sedor, 70, of Upper St. Clair, died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005. Beloved husband of Virginia Krawczyk Sedor; father of John (Valerie) Sedor, of Colchester, Conn., Barry Sedor, of Massillon, Ohio, Leigh Anne and Michael Sedor; cherished grandfather of Natalie, Zachary, Nicholas and Madeline Sedor; son of the late John and Eleanor Sedor; and brother of the late John Sedor. Len was an architect and Carnegie Tech alumnus. Private family visitation. Family and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. Wednesday in St. Louise de Marillac Church, 320 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair. Arrangements by the MILTON E. HAMEL MORTUARY INC.
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John F. Shirey Jr.
Ligonier

John F. Shirey Jr., 86, of Ligonier, died Friday, Dec. 23, 2005, at his home. Born May 23, 1919, in Unity Township, he was the son of John F. Shirey and Ruth L. (Berkey) Shirey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Ina Nichols, Martha Belle Shirey and Naomi Shirey; and two brothers, Donavan Shirey and Calvin Shirey. A World War II veteran, he enlisted and served in the U.S. Army Air Corps as master sergeant, chief clerk, in Trinidad. After continued service in Newark, N.J., he was honorably discharged in June 1945. He was a retiree from Kennametal Inc. with 32 years of service. He was a member of UAW Local 1059, in which he served as secretary from 1962 to 1995. He was a member of St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ligonier. He was a member of American Legion Post 515 in Latrobe. He served as a board member of the Democrat Club of Westmoreland County and was a charter member and treasurer of the Democrat Club of Eastern Westmoreland County. He remained active in the UAW, USWA and Democratic Party until his death. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Rosella L. (Janik) Shirey; a daughter, Janet L. Thomas, of Pikeville, N.C.; and three sons, John J. Shirey, of Ligonier, David K. Shirey, of Latrobe, and J. Robert Shirey, of Plymouth Meeting, Pa. He was the proud grandparent of 11 and great-grandparent of five. He is also survived by a sister, Tina Gleckl, of El Cajon, Calif. At John's request, there will be a memorial service held at 3 p.m. Friday at St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Ligonier, with the Rev. Paul Poerschke officiating. Family will receive friends and associates following the service in the church. There will be no public visitations. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church Building Fund, 300 W. Main St., Ligonier, PA 15658. For any additional information, please contact a family member or the JOHN J. LOPATICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 601 Weldon St., Latrobe, 724-537-2001.
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Raymond G. Skehan

Raymond G. "Jerry" Skehan died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005. Beloved husband of Patricia McNamara Skehan; brother of Odessa Farina, Mary Geraldine Arentz and the late Patrick Murphy and Katherine Tomko; also survived by many nieces, nephews and little pooch, "Patches."Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the MCCABE BROS. INC. FUNERAL HOME, 5300 Penn Ave., Bloomfield, where funeral will commence at 8:30 a.m. Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. in St. Lawrence O'Toole Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the American Heart Association.
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George E. Smith
Blairsville
Formerly of Morgantown, W.Va.

George Edward Smith, 49, of Blairsville, formerly of Morgantown, W.Va., died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005, at his home, after a courageous battle with multiple sclerosis. He was born June 24, 1956, in Morgantown, the son of the late Edward B. and Madeline Zeh Smith. George was a 1974 graduate of Morgantown High School and a 1978 graduate of West Virginia University Business School. Prior to failing health, George was employed by Washington Inventory Service, in Monroeville, as a retail inventory specialist. George was an avid sports fan who loved baseball, WVU football and basketball. George was an animal lover and a big supporter of the ASPCA. He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Sarah L. LoRusso-Smith; an uncle, George Zeh and his wife, Elaine, of Byram, Conn.; an aunt, Marjorie Day, of Glen Burnie, Md.; several cousins; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until the time of services at 3 p.m. Friday in the KELLY L. CORRIDONI FUNERAL HOME LTD., 400 Indiana Ave., Avonmore. Interment will follow at East Oak Grove Cemetery, Morgantown, W.Va.
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Lawrence R. Smith
Robinson

Lawrence R. Smith, 77, of Robinson, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005. Beloved husband of the late Mary (Polny); loving father of Karen (Raymond) Vitori, Judy Panyko and Kathy Trapuzzano; also five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; dear brother of Evelyn Moeller and Joan Marlin. Friends may call from 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 334 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Malachy Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be directed to the Good Samaritan Hospice, 3500 Brooktree Road, Suite 320, Wexford, PA 15090.
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Andrew Spontak

Andrew Spontak, 86, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. He was the beloved husband of the late Helen (Septak). Father of Thomas (Kate) Spontak, David (Sandy) Spontak, Father James Spontak, Ellen (Robert) Colwell and Carol (Tom) Tomko. Grandfather of Christi, Greg, Kelly, Ken, Kristen, Heather and Jessi. Brother of Helen Lubinski and the late Ann Spontak, Mary Matoka, Michael Spontak, John Spontak, Elizabeth Ondek, Charles Spontak and Sophia Miller. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME INC., 3552 California Ave., at Davis Avenue, Brighton Heights. Divine Liturgy will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in Holy Ghost Byzantine Catholic Church. Parastas at 8 p.m. Wednesday. Interment in Highwood Cemetery.
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Martha L. Springer

Martha L. (Bracken) Weaver Springer, 94, of North Huntingdon, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005, in Baldock Health Care Centre, North Huntingdon. Born Nov. 21, 1911, in Greensburg, she was a daughter of the late John Ralph and Mary Maude (Williams) Bracken. Prior to retirement, she was employed as a secretary by Western Pennsylvania United Methodist Church Conference. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Irwin, O.E.S. Chapter 70 of Irwin, Westmoreland White Shrine 18, was former president of United Methodist Women and a member of the Happy Methodists. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Charles J. Weaver; her second husband, Arthur E. Springer; two brothers, John and George Bracken; and an infant sister. She is survived by a stepdaughter, Jenny Mae Ressler, of Irwin; three stepgrandchildren; and nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the VINCENT V. RODGERS FUNERAL HOME, 805 Pennsylvania Ave., Irwin. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday in the Rodgers Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Thomas F. St. Clair and the Rev. Nelson Stants co-officiating. Interment in Irwin Union Cemetery.
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Anton Steven
Export

Anton Steven, 81, of Export, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005, in Beverly Healthcare, Murrysville. He was born April 15, 1924, in Koln, Germany, a son of the late Martin and Mary Nowak Steven. Prior to retirement, he was an internal auditor with Allegheny Power. He was a member of Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church, Murrysville, East Suburban Artist League, and member and past president of the Institute of Internal Auditors. He served with the U.S. Army during World War II, and received the Purple Heart and Silver Star. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie Farrell Steven; and two daughters, Susan Stokes and Mary Spangler. He is survived by two sons, John F. and William M. Steven; a daughter, Nancy Ann Hall; a sister, Mary Myman; also eight grandchildren. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the HART FUNERAL HOME INC., Murrysville. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church. Memorials may be made to Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church, 4600 Old William Penn Highway, Murrysville, PA 15668.
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Basil F. Streeter
Shaler

Basil F. Streeter, 87, of Shaler, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2005. Basil was a former Shaler Township commissioner and a lifetime member of the Elfinwild Volunteer Fire Co. Beloved husband for 65 years of R. Adele Streeter; father of John (Mary) Streeter and David (Cheryl) Streeter; grandfather of John, Laura, Alison, Joshua and Janelle; great-grandfather of Zachary, Taylor, R.J., Natalie and Sophie; brother of LaVera Smehil. Preceded in death by a grandson, Michael, and a sister, June Hammond. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Shaler. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Friday in the Elfinwild Presbyterian Church, Glenshaw. Contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.
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John C. Turcik
Cook Township
Formerly of New York City

John C. Turcik, 96, of Cook Township, formerly of New York City, died early Saturday morning, Dec. 24, 2005, at his home. He was born Dec. 20, 1909, in Slovakia, a son of the late Stefan and Caroline Mihalik Turcik. He is survived by a son, John J. Turcik, of Ligonier. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday in New York City, followed by burial in St. Raymond's Cemetery, Bronx, N.Y. Arrangements have been entrusted to the J. PAUL McCRACKEN FUNERAL CHAPEL INC., Ligonier.
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Marjorie F. Wagner
Lincoln Place, Pa.

Marjorie F. (Bassler) Wagner, 83, of Lincoln Place, died Friday, Dec. 23, 2005, at her residence. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gustav and Edna Pearl Bassler. She is survived by a daughter, Andrea Ruder, of White Oak; a son, John K. Wagner Jr., of Irwin; a granddaughter, Nicole Ruder; and a grandson, Daniel Ruder. Mrs. Wagner recently attended Walnut Grove Assembly of God in West Mifflin. In her younger years, she taught Sunday school and later sang in the church choir. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall. Services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home with Pastor William Galus officiating. Burial will be in Richland Cemetery.
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John K. Warrington
Youngwood

John Keith "Johnny" Warrington, 32, of Youngwood, died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2005, as a result of injuries sustained in an auto accident. He was born Jan. 29, 1973, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Margaret (Huffman) Turnauckas, of Greensburg, and Ronald Warrington, of Youngstown, Ohio. In addition to his parents, Johnny is survived by his wife, Joy (Campbell) Warrington, of Youngwood; three sons, Dray Campbell, of Youngwood, Dylan Warrington, of Youngwood, and Jacob Ruman, of Niles, Ohio; five brothers and sisters, Brian (Jennifer) Warrington, of Smithton, Anita (Anthony) Cupo, of Sarasota, Fla., Shana Mounsey, of Irwin, Cassie Warrington and Andrew Warrington, both of Youngstown, Ohio; stepfather, John (Debbie) Mounsey, of Girard, Ohio; stepmother, Bonnie Warrington, of Youngstown, Ohio; six uncles; four aunts; five nieces; three nephews; and 24 cousins. Johnny was preceded in death by two aunts and two cousins. He was employed as a driver by Waste Management, North Huntingdon. Johnny's hobbies included working on cars and spending time with his dogs. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the VAIA FUNERAL HOME INC., 463 Athena Drive, Delmont. Services for Johnny will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Michael Pacelli officiating. Interment will follow in Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont.
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Patricia F. Waterman
North Versailles

Patricia F. Conley Lotz Waterman, 63, of North Versailles, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born April 24, 1942, in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Frank and Frances Hunt Conley. Mrs. Waterman was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church, East McKeesport, co-owner of Conley's Towing in McKeesport and worked at Corporate Express in Dallas. She also worked at Three Rivers Administrative Services, was a "1960 DRA Graduates Monthly Dinner" organizer and loved to travel. She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Walter Waterman, of North Versailles; four children, Debra Lotz (Paul Scalla), of Hollister, Calif., Kenneth Lotz (Kelly), of Smithton, Daniel Waterman, of Dallas, Texas, and Robert Waterman (Deborah), of Dallas, Texas; 17 grandchildren; and two brothers, Frank Conley (PeeJay), of the Philippines, and Dennis Conley, of Hollister, Calif. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the FORGIE-SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. Friday at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church.
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Billie A. Waugaman
Greensburg

Billie A. Waugaman, 47, of Greensburg, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, at his home. He was born Feb. 7, 1958, in Greensburg, a son of Fern O'Dell Bianco, of South Greensburg, and the late Clifford B. Waugaman. In addition to his father, he was predeceased by a brother, Dean A. Waugaman. In addition to his mother, Billie is survived by a brother, Clifford A. Waugaman and wife, Janet, of Greensburg; a sister, Mona Cerk and husband, Carl, of Jeannette; several nieces and nephews; and a large extended family. A service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the BARNHART FUNERAL HOME, 505 E. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg. Interment will follow in Westmoreland County Memorial Park. For directions and online information, please visit www.BarnhartFuneralHome.com.
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Mildred P. Weber

Mildred Pauline "Tootsie" Weber, 65, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005, after a long courageous battle with cancer. Daughter of the late Dorothy and Norbert Weber; mother of Michael (Cathy) Weber, David (Darlene) Weber, Brian Keith (Laura) Magnelli and Beth Weber; sister of Mary Lou Diederich, Thomas Weber, Jean (Carl) DeFrath, Rose Marie Clark, Cecilia "Cookie" Weber; grandmother of Andrew, Jillian, Lauren, David, Julie, Kristy and Mike; also survived by four nieces and eight nephews. Family to receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the MCDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 1225 Chartiers Ave., Mckees Rocks. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday in St. John of God Parish, St. Mary Church. In lieu of flowers, family requests that memorial contributions may be sent in Mildred's name to Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232.
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Sarah E. Whoric
Scottdale

Sarah E. Mahokey Whoric, 68, of Collins Avenue, Scottdale, died Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 27, 2005, in IHS of Greater Pittsburgh at Greensburg, where she was admitted Dec. 23, 2005. She was born Feb. 6, 1937, in Scottdale, a daughter of the late John E. Mahokey, who died March 20, 1965, and Mildred E. Burd Mahokey, who died Oct. 7, 2004. Sarah was a loving mother to her sons and daughters-in-law and a wonderful grandmother to her grandchildren. Sarah leaves to cherish her memory her loving and devoted sons and daughters-in-law, Jeffrey A. Whoric and his wife, Cheri, of Franklin, Ga., and Brian E. Whoric and his wife, Jennifer, of Scottdale; her three grandchildren, Michael Whoric and his wife, Kobi, of Michigan, Jason Whoric and his wife, Danielle, of Franklin, Ga., and Scott Whoric, of Franklin, Ga.; and her four great-grandchildren, Annabelle, Zander, Brayden and Gage. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 45 years, Calvin E. Whoric, who died Sept. 5, 2003; and her brother, John "Bub" Mahokey, who died Dec. 22, 2002. Sarah's family will greet friends from 7 to 9 Thursday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday in the FRANK KAPR FUNERAL HOME INC., 417 W. Pittsburgh St., Scottdale. Her funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home with the Rev. Jeffrey Welsh, pastor of Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ, Scottdale, officiating. Committal services and interment will follow in Scottdale Cemetery. To view online obituary, sign guest registry, send condolences or to obtain directions, please visit www.kapr.com.
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Garnet J. Wilcox
Austin, Texas
Formerly of Mars

Garnet J. Wilcox, 87, of Austin, Texas, formerly of Mars, died Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2005, at Stonebridge Health Center, Austin, Texas. Born in New Lexington, Ohio, on June 19, 1918, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Pearl Reddick Heckert. She was a member of the Mars United Methodist Church, where she belonged to the Mary and Martha Circle. Surviving are a stepson, William Wilcox Jr., of Barneveld, N.Y.; a stepdaughter, Ellen Cook, of Houston, Texas; a niece, Jan McCann, of Austin; and four step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Wilcox, who died in 1986; and by her sister, Twyla Rittman, with whom she made her home in Mars. Friends are invited to attend a funeral service at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Austin Hornyak, pastor of the Mars United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will be in Mars Cemetery, Adams. Memorial donations may be made to the Mars United Methodist Church.
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Violet J. Wix
Kennedy

Violet J. Wix, 91, of Kennedy, died peacefully on Monday, Dec. 26, 2005. Wife of the late Gene Wix, sister of Frank Jerry, also survived by nieces and cousins. Family to receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the MCDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 1225 Chartiers Ave., McKees Rocks. Funeral service at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.
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Florence G. Yahner
New Sewickley

Florence G. Yahner, 85, of New Sewickley Township, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, in her residence. She was born in Pittsburgh on Aug. 17, 1920, a daughter of the late Felix and Veronica Gasiorowski. Florence was a homemaker. Beloved wife of Clair B. Yahner. Loving mother of Geraldine Hansotte and her husband, Donald, Kathleen Creely and her husband, Charles, and Marylou Faulkner and her husband, Jack. Also survived by seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank Gasiorowski and Casimer Blair; and a sister, Valerie Gordan. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 2678 Rochester Road, Cranberry, 724-772-8800. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Ferdinand Church. Interment will follow in Allegheny County Memorial Park.
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Helen P. Zeminski
Greensburg

Helen P. Zeminski, 89, of Greensburg, formerly of Jeannette, died Monday, Dec. 26, 2005, in St. Anne Home, Greensburg. She was born Nov. 12, 1916, in Westmoreland City, a daughter of the late John and Teofilia (Ruthkowski) Andraska. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Jeannette, and its Rosary Altar Society. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Louis S. Zeminski Sr., on Sept. 11, 1990; and an infant daughter, Paula Faith Zeminski. She is survived by two sons, Louis S. Zeminski Jr. and his wife, Louella, of Greensburg, and John Paul "J.P." Zeminski and his wife, Yvonne, of Westminster, Md.; four grandchildren, Jayson Zeminski and his wife, Amy, of Bethel Park, Jennifer Kanamori and her husband, Akihiro, of Japan, Jeffrey Zeminski, of Greensburg, and Nathan Zeminski, of Westminster, Md.; three great-grandchildren, Lillian Grace "Lilly" Zeminski, Jaycob Paul "Jake" Zeminski and Noah Joseph Kanamori; a brother, Joseph Andraska and his wife, Irene, of Ohio; and two sisters, Joanne "Jean" Srebro, of Jeannette, and Alfreda "Fritzie" Free and her husband, Don, of Penn. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the BACHA FUNERAL HOME INC., 516 Stanton at Green streets, Greensburg. Prayers at 9 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home, followed by a funeral Mass to be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, Greensburg, with the Rev. Monsignor Raymond E. Riffle as celebrant. Entombment will follow in Twin Valley Mausoleum, Delmont. The Zeminski family would like to thank the entire staff at St. Anne Home, especially those on Benjamin Courtyard, who gave Helen such loving care. Family suggests memorial contributions to St. Anne Home, 685 Angela Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601.
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Edward R. Zetler Jr.
Formerly of Pittsburgh

Edward R. Zetler Jr., 64, formerly of Pittsburgh, died suddenly on Sunday, Dec. 25, 2005. Loving father of Adrienne (Gregg) Trunnell, of Seattle, Wash., and Gretchen Zetler, of Pittsburgh. Grandfather of Kaleb and Jordan. Brother of Elaine (Gordon) Beck, of Grove City. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the EDWARD P. KANAI FUNERAL HOME, 500 Greenfield Ave., where funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday.
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