Roberta Allen, 37, departed this life on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. Beloved mother of Carvase' and Shevon Allen. Daughter of Robert and Helen Allen. Sister of Donna and Robert Jr. Allen, Towanda Williams and Diane Howard. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the SAMUEL E. COSTON FUNERAL HOME INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., East Liberty. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Thursday in Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 1550 Lincoln Ave.
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Darlene L. Amrhein
Jefferson Hills

Darlene L. (David) Amrhein, 45, of Jefferson Hills, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in the Manor Care Health Services, Pittsburgh. She is survived by her husband, Dean E. Amrhein; a daughter, Danielle E. Amrhein, of Jefferson Hills; mother, Marjorie David; father, William David; sisters, Deborah Budai and Diane Daniels; brothers, William, Kenneth, Dennis and Alan David; stepbrother, Daniel David; and stepmother, Nelda David. Friends received 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 at the funeral home with the Rev. Donald Brookshire officiating.
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Ann Batik
Iselin

Ann Batik, 85, of Iselin, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at Indiana Regional Medical Center, Indiana, Pa. Born May 17, 1920, in Ernest, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Kazibroda) Batik. She lived in Iselin most of her life. She had been employed by Federal Laboratory in Tunnelton as a hose clamp assembler. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Charles, Steve and John Batik; and a sister, Mary Klepacki. She is survived by a sister, Sophie Galando, of New Alexandria; a brother, Michael Batik, of Indiana, Pa.; a nephew, Daniel Galando, of New Alexandria; six nieces, Mary Ann Galando, of New Alexandria, Marianne Brauner and Patricia (Richard) Kukla, both of Clinton Township, Mich., Kristine (William) Neal, of Grand Blanc, Mich., Ruth (Andrew) Fitzgerald, of Amherst, Va., and Jonette "Nettie" Batik, of Indiana, Pa., who was also her caregiver; a sister-in-law, Edna Ruth Batik, of Cherry Tree, Pa.; and numerous cousins. Friends will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday in the CURRAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 701 Salt St., Saltsburg. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the funeral home with the Rev. David Boldo officiating. Burial in Oakland Cemetery, Indiana, Pa. Memorial contributions may be made to the Indiana County Animal Shelter. www.curranfuneralhome.com
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James M. Bauer
Melbourne, Fla.
Formerly of North Huntingdon

James Michael Bauer, 63, of Melbourne, Fla., formerly of North Huntingdon, beloved husband of Charlotte, passed away Sunday, Jan. 1, 2006. Born Nov. 14, 1942, in McKeesport, Mr. Bauer was a retired district superintendent for the Ceco and Waco Corporations in Pennsylvania and a member of the Western Pennsylvania Carpenter District Council Local 230. Mr. Bauer was an avid recreational pilot who belonged to several flying organizations. He was also a member of Moose Lodge #1406 in Melbourne. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte, of Melbourne; his mother, Kathleen Nurse Bauer, of McKeesport; a brother, Louis Bauer, of McKeesport; three daughters, Kathleen (Jeff) Bauer-Wyatt, of Mims, Fla., Kari Bauer, of North Huntingdon, and Kelly (Michael) Dalo, of North Huntingdon; a son, Robert (Melissa) Bauer, of Melbourne; and four grandchildren, Julieanne, Kassandra, Zavier and Jason. He was preceded in death by his father, Louis, and his brothers, Robert and Jeff. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, Clay Pike, Circleville, North Huntingdon. Contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Candlelighters of Brevard, 567 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32935 or to Hospice of Health First, 1900 Dairy Road, West Melbourne, FL 32904.
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Patricia Bell
O'Hara

Patricia Bell, 66, of O'Hara, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, at UPMC Shadyside. Born May 22, 1939, in O'Hara, she was the daughter of Therese Vecchio Szafranski and the late Alexander "Henry" Szafranski and wife of the late David Bell. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her daughter, Dana L. Bell; son, Douglas D. Bell; and brothers, Henry Szafranski, Anthony (Irene) Szafranski, Stanley (Jacqueline) Szafranski and Dennis (Sandra) Szafranski. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at WORRELL FUNERAL HOME, 820 Main St., Sharpsburg. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday in St. Edward Catholic Church, Blawnox, by the Rev. Russell Maurer. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, O'Hara. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank, 1 North Linden St., Duquesne, PA 15110.
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Thomas J. Butler
Monroeville

Thomas J. Butler, 86, of Monroeville, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Virginia R. Butler. Father of Donna L. Butler, Marianne Butler Hlebak and Keith C. Butler. Grandfather of Samantha, Nicole, Bradley and Alexandria Hlebak. Brother of the late Mary Jane McMahon. Friends received from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the GENE H. CORL INC. FUNERAL & CREMATION CENTER OF MONROEVILLE, a Golden Rule member, 4335 Northern Pike. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in North American Martyrs Church. Interment in Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh. Corl Family Directors, 412-372-2100, www.corlfuneralchapel.com.
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Joanne M. Cahill
Plum

Joanne M. Cahill, 67, of Plum, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2006. She was retired from the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Wife of the late John E. Cahill. Beloved mother of Christopher, Jennifer, Janine and Clinton. Sister of Frederick Doll. Friends received from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES LTD., 7450 Saltsburg Road, Penn Hills. Services private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Red Cross or the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society.
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Dorothy M. Craig
Jeannette

Dorothy M. Tewes Craig, 74, of Jeannette, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. She was born April 23, 1931, in Jeannette, a daughter of the late Boniface and Mary Wood Tewes. Prior to retirement, she was the director of religious education for Sacred Heart Church, Jeannette. 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, John W. Craig Sr.; a sister, Pauline Byers; and two brothers, Gerald and John Tewes. She is survived by her children, Kathleen Eakin and her husband, Ronald, of Greensburg, John Craig Jr. and his wife, Audrey, of Latrobe, Donald Craig and his wife, Phillis, of Greensburg, David Craig and his wife, Brenda, of Jeannette, Karen Eagle and her husband, Brad, of Hinton, W.Va., Daniel Craig and his wife, Mary Sue, of Greensburg, Mary Ann Miller, of Jeannette, Susan Bedont and her husband, Roy, of New Derry, and Joanne Pearson and her husband, Scott, of Jeannette; 16 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three sisters, Clara Klingensmith, of Arizona, Bonita Serlo, of Florida, and Ruth Bortz and her husband, Roy, of Delmont; a brother, Herman Tewes and his wife, Judy, of Wyoming; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the MASON-GELDER FUNERAL HOME INC., 201 N. First St., Jeannette. The Rosary Altar Society of Sacred Heart Church will meet at 3:30 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home to pray the rosary. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at noon Friday in Sacred Heart Church, Jeannette. Interment will follow in Westmoreland County Memorial Park, Hempfield Township. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Sacred Heart Church, Jeannette, American Heart Association or American Diabetes Association. To send online condolences, visit www.mason-gelder.com.
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Irene R. Dekret
North Versailles
Formerly of Chalfant

Irene R. (Strepay) Dekret, 83, of North Versailles, formerly a 40-year resident of Chalfant, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. Irene was a member of St. Maurice Church for many years. Wife of the late John J. Dekret. Loving mother of Patricia Baker (Robert L.), of North Braddock, and John M. Dekret, of Swissvale. Sister of Cecelia Duga, of the North Hills; Albert Strepay and Eleanor Van Buskirk, of North Carolina, and the late Alma M. Trujillo. Grandmother of Bob, Ed and Patrick Baker, Tamera Panzo and Angie Hollinger. Great-grandmother of nine. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave., East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Maurice Church. www.laniganfuneralhome.com.
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Charles L. Dill
Ocala, Fla.
Formerly of McKeesport

Charles Lloyd Dill, 95, of Ocala, Fla., who was raised in Reedsville, W.Va., and formerly lived in McKeesport, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2006, in Ocala Regional Medical Center. He was born July 5, 1910, in Bretz, W.Va., to the late William and Bertie Robinson Dill and also was predeceased by his wife, Betty J. Dill, who died Dec. 10, 1990; daughters Louise Mason and Carol Ann Dill, and brother Robert Dill. Mr. Dill was a retired molder at U.S. Steel's National Tube Works, McKeesport; a former coal miner with Sterling Mines in West Virginia, and a member of the Moose lodge, Belleview, Fla. He was a huge Pirates and Steelers supporter and an avid bowler who won many awards in various tournaments. Surviving are daughter Mary "Libby" Fenster (Ted), of Linesville; sons Harry F. Murphy (Vicki), of Conneautville, and John C. Murphy (Lynn), of Cleveland; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Visitation from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the DANIEL F. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 4504 Walnut St., Versailles, where services will be at 1 p.m. Friday with the Rev. Ted Dodd officiating. Burial in Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
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Yuan Li Ellis

Yuan Li Ellis slipped peacefully from this earth following a brave fight with cancer on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006. Beloved wife of Charles W. "Chuck" Ellis. She leaves behind her devoted extended American family which includes many Asians in the Pittsburgh community and her loving family in Gui Lin, China. Final services are being handled by her family in that city. American services are provided by SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES INC., West View. www.schellhaasfh.com.
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Martha Erickson
Jeannette
Formerly of Grapeville

Martha Otto Erickson, 97, a resident of William Penn Care Center, Jeannette, formerly of Grapeville, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2006, in Mercy Jeannette Hospital. She was born Sept. 8, 1908, in Grapeville, a daughter of the late George and Sarah Ashton Bigelow. Prior to her retirement, Martha was employed by the former Gee Bee Delicatessen of Greensburg. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jeannette. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her first husband, Leo Otto, in 1952; her second husband, Clarence Erickson, in 1963; a son, James Otto; a grandson, John Loughner; a son-in-law, William Loughner; two brothers, Ashton and Lester Bigelow; and three sisters, Violet Guy, Roberta Burrell and Georgetta Stough. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Loughner, of Grapeville; a daughter-in-law, Helen Otto, of Maryland; five grandchildren, Eric Loughner and wife, Debra, Chris Loughner, Stephen Otto and wife, Amy, Sandra Fletcher and husband, Tony, and Marcia Dennis and husband, Chris; seven great-grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Martha was a devoted and loving mother to her family and a faithful parishioner of her church. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the JOHN V. GRAZIANO FUNERAL HOME INC., 228 N. Second St., Jeannette. A funeral service will take place at 10:30 a.m. Friday in the First Baptist Church, Hacker Avenue and Second Street, Jeannette, with the Rev. Richard Christeleit officiating. Interment will follow in the Jeannette Catholic Cemetery. Penn Township.
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Mary V. Ernst
Swissvale

Mary Virginia Ernst, 73, of Swissvale, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2006. Mother of Michael, Kenneth, John and Jimmy Perley; Paul, Ronald, Clay and Scott Ernst, and the late Todd Ernst. Grandmother of 23. Sister of Les and Donald Perley, Donna Robbins and the late Eddie and Ken Perley and Janice Messenger. Arrangements by the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME INC., Swissvale.
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Albert M. Erwin Sr.
Cranberry
Formerly of Ross

Albert M. Erwin Sr., 66, of Cranberry, formerly of Ross, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. Beloved husband of Carole Kapp Erwin. Loving father of Albert M. Jr. (Jennifer), of Greentree, Jack L. (Kristen), of Shaler, and Gary S. (Nancy), of West Virginia. Brother of Margaret Feitt, of Georgia, and Mary Jane Blair, of Cranberry. Dear grandfather of Albert M. III, Kevin R., Christopher and Jake Erwin. Friends received from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Road, Cranberry. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Ferdinand Church. Burial will follow in Allegheny County Memorial Park.
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Sara J. Fleegle
Greenville, Pa.
Formerly of Elizabeth Borough

Sara J. Fleegle, 70, of Greenville, formerly of Elizabeth Borough, died Thursday, Jan. 12, 2006, in UPMC Presbyterian, Oakland. She was born Nov. 26, 1935, in Elizabeth Borough to the late Thurston and Sara Wynkoop Riden and was the wife of the late Grant Fleegle. Sara was an accounts payable clerk for 30 years at USX's Irvin and Edgar Thomson works. Surviving are son George R. Fleegle, of Greenville; grandchildren, Sydney, Grant, Joshua and Jacob Fleegle; sister Gertrude Kepple, of St. Marys; brother Raymond Riden, of Saegertown, and nieces and nephews. There is no visitation. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in First Presbyterian Church of Elizabeth with the Rev. Jim Davidson officiating. Arrangements by the GILBERT FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC., Elizabeth Township.
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Catherine L. Gamble
West Mifflin

Catherine Laverne Gamble, 83, of West Mifflin, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. She was born July 22, 1922, in Pittsburgh to the late William and Ann Thomas Huber and was the wife of the late James L. Gamble, who died Nov. 25, 2002. Catherine was a member of Holy Spirit Church, West Mifflin, and had worked for the South Park Inn and Skyvue Restaurant. Surviving are sons John W. (Sheila) Gamble, of Dravosburg, Joseph C. Gamble, of South Park, and William (Maryann) Gamble, of Munhall; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Also predeceased by son James L. Gamble Jr., who died in 1968; brother William Huber, and sisters Juanita "Boots" Hope and Bernadette Huber. There is no visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at noon Saturday in the oratory of Holy Spirit Church with the Rev. Daniel Valentine officiating. Arrangements by the GILBERT FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, INC., Elizabeth Township.
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Loretta J. Gaydosh
Greensburg

Loretta Jean (Steeves) Gaydosh, 74, of Greensburg, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, in UPMC Presbyterian, Oakland. She was born June 15, 1931, in Brenizer, a daughter of the late George and Caroline (Enrico) Steeves. Loretta "Mom" devoted her life to God, to her children and grandchildren. Mrs. Gaydosh was a member of St. Vincent Basilica Parish, Latrobe. She held silver memberships in Gam Sac Mah, of Cambridge Springs, and also Catholic Daughters of the Americas of Meadville. She was a member of various Rosary Altar Societies, had been a religious education coordinator and CCD teacher for 22 years. She also participated as a scout leader for the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts and had served as a Republican committeewoman. Mrs. Gaydosh had vast business experience and entrepreneurial endeavors, most recently in real estate. She was a graduate of Blairsville High School, Class of 1949. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Bert Steeves. She is survived by her children, Georgean Wardzinski and her husband, Steven, of Morristown, N.J., George Gaydosh Jr. and his wife, Lisa, of Cheswick, Mark A. Gaydosh and his wife, Kristin, of Pittsburgh, Lori Green and her husband, Thomas, of Chicago, Ill., and Timothy J. Gaydosh and his wife, Karen, of Mt. Airy, Md.; nine grandchildren, Brittany and Brian Wardzinski, Lindsey, Lauren and Grant Gaydosh, Mark and Eric Green, and Gregory and Grace Gaydosh; her husband, George Gaydosh Sr., of Cambridge Springs, Pa.; a sister, Edith Burkley, of Greensburg; and six nieces and nephews, Bert Steeves, Carol Ann Steeves, Robert Burkley, Barry Burkley, Kathy Lepidi and Becky Burkley. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the BACHA FUNERAL HOME INC., 516 Stanton at Green streets, Greensburg. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Vincent Basilica, Latrobe. Interment will follow in St. Vincent Cemetery, Unity Township.
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Roxanne M. Goodwin
New Stanton

Roxanne M. (Steffey) Goodwin, 48, of New Stanton, passed away Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at home. Born Oct. 5, 1957, in Greensburg, she was a daughter of Minnie (Myers) Steffey, of Delmont, and the late Russell Steffey. In addition to her mother, Roxanne is survived by her loving husband of 26 years, Elmer L. "Bud" Goodwin Jr.; two sons, Jason Lee Goodwin, of Smithton, and Brandon Lewis Goodwin, of Delmont; two brothers, Kenneth Steffey, of Mt. Pleasant, and Clifford Steffey, of Kansas; and one grandchild. Family and friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the VAIA FUNERAL HOME INC., 463 Athena Dr., Delmont. Funeral services for Roxanne will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Twin Valley Memorial Park, Delmont. For directions, go to www.VaiaFuneralHome.com.
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Francis C. Griffin
Edgewood

Francis C. "Frank" Griffin, 77, of Edgewood, went to be with his blessed Lord on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. Beloved husband of Jeanne Griffin; father of the late John Francis Griffin; stepfather of Judy Shepherd Hood; beloved "Pappy" of Stephen, Zachary and Natalie; also loved by his granddogs; brother of Margaret Bruce and Catherine Hoffman; also nieces and nephews. Frank was formerly employed at Weigand's, which became Chromalux, and then was employed at the Heat Exchange and Transfer. 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. Funeral service at 10 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home.
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Arthur G. Griffiths
Lincoln Place

Arthur G. Griffiths, 83, of Lincoln Place, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. He was a member of Mary S. Brown Ames Memorial United Methodist Church, a retired engineer for Koppers Co. and a World War II Air Force veteran. Survived by Betty (Freed) Griffiths; daughter, Janie A. Wastchak (Thomas), of Buffalo, N.Y.; two sons, Arthur G. (Sandra) Griffiths Jr., of Munhall, and Gary H. (Janet) Griffiths, of Plum; sister, Violet Griffiths, of Green Tree; and grandchildren, Lauren, Andrew, Lindsay, Julie, Benjamin and Samuel. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the GEORGE IRVIN GREEN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3511 Main St., Munhall, where services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, the Rev. James Cannistraci officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mary S. Brown Ames Memorial United Methodist Church, 3424 Beechwood Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15217.
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Eugenia Grybel

Eugenia Grybel, 82, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Tadeusz Grybel. Mother of Edward (Sandra) and Robert (Christine) Grybel and Rose (Karl) Blackstock. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the HEALY-HAHN FUNERAL HOME INC., 512 Grant Ave., Millvale, where a blessing service will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday.
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Mary L. Guenther
Shaler
Formerly of West View

Mary L. Guenther, 76, of Shaler, formerly of West View, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in St. Barnabas Nursing Home. Born in Pittsburgh on Aug. 9, 1929. Beloved wife for 55 years of Mary L. Guenther, 76, of Shaler, formerly of West View, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in St. Barnabas Nursing Home. Born in Pittsburgh on Aug. 9, 1929. Beloved wife for 55 years of George M. Guenther, of Shaler; mother of Debbie Hall, of West View, Barbara (Bill) Merry, of McCandless, David (Kristine) Guenther, of Shaler and George (Dee) Guenther, of West View. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Family will welcome friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES INC., 388 Center Ave., West View. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Thursday in All Saints Church with the Rev. Mike Polak officiating. Interment in Christ Our Redeemer (North Side Catholic) Cemetery. www.schellhaasfh.com
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Regis F. Hefferin
Bloomfield

Regis F. Hefferin, 74, of Bloomfield, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2006. Beloved husband of Lois J. (Thornton) Hefferin. Father of Matthew R. Hefferin. Brother of Robert, William, Joseph, Raymond, David, Catherine Neal, Mary Graff, Ruth Hefferin and the late John, Edward, James and Margaret Hefferin. Funeral and interment private. Arrangements by the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME.
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Donald C. Hoak
Jeannette

Donald C. Hoak, 58, of Jeannette, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at Select Specialty Hospital, Greensburg. He is survived by his wife, Ruth; daughters, Dawn and Melissa; and granddaughters, Natalie and Hailey. Among his other survivors are his brother, Jerry and his wife, Lee Ann, and nephews, Jerry and Michael. There will be no services.
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Mary D. Iadicicco
Formerly of East End

Mary C. (Barile) Iadicicco, formerly of the East End, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. Beloved wife of Joseph M. Iadicicco. Mother of Mary Doris, Joseph (Marie) and Virginia (Frank Heeg) Iadicicco, Linda Forsythe (James), Dolores Lorkovic, Eleanor Day (Scott) and Judith Kerner (Terry). Grandmother of 12. Great-grandmother of seven. Sister of Betty Nardozzi, James Barile and the late Rose Vento, Emma Barile and Sue Michalski. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at MCCABE BROS. INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut St., Shadyside. Funeral Friday at a time and place to be announced.
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Nancy L. Irwin
Pittsburgh

Nancy L. Irwin, 70, of Pittsburgh, passed away Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006. Beloved daughter of the late Burly and Thelma (Schmiedel) Irwin. Niece of Murna and the late Harry Wilsman and the late Irene and Herb Simcox. Cousin of the late Thelma Filloy. She is also survived by cousins, Bobbi Jean Bradich and Rob Wilsman. Friends will be received from 1 to 3 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the JOHN L. QUINLAN FUNERAL HOME INC., 975 Airbrake Ave., Turtle Creek, where service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday with the Rev. Robert White officiating. Interment in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery.
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Mary E. Kile
Hampton

Mary E. "Betty" (Wherry) Kile, 85, of Hampton, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, at UPMC Passavant, McCandless. She was born Aug. 16, 1920, in Pittsburgh to the late George and Mary (Donner) Wherry. Betty worked for Thorofare Grocery Store in Shaler and was a member of St. Ursula Church in Hampton. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth J. (Jim) Cain, of Hampton; her four grandchildren, Michelle Cain Raiders, Maureen Herold, James Cain III and John Cain. Also survived by eight great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James H. Kile; and son, Harold George Kile. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the HERBERT R. KING JR. FUNERAL HOME INC., Route 8 at 2841 Woodland Circle, Hampton. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Agatha Church of Holy Child Parish, Bridgeville. Please meet at the church. Interment following services in Scenery Hill Cemetery, Scenery Hill, Pa.
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Joseph A. Kohan
Hampton

Joseph A. Kohan, 67, of Hampton, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in UPMC Passavant, McCandless. He was born Jan. 19, 1938, in Hampton and was a self-employed operator/trucker in the construction industry. Husband of Mary (Obertz) Kohan. Father of Jeffrey and Jon Kohan, of Richland; Kelly Kohan, of McCandless; Joe Kohan, of West View; Jerry Kohan, of Wexford, and Kathy Kohan, of Hampton. Son of Agnes (Welsh) Kohan, of Hampton, and the late Andrew Kohan. Brother of Sue, Ann, Robert, Thomas, William, Ronald, Andrew and John Kohan, Nancy Myrose, Jane Bittner and the late Eileen, Sally and Albert Kohan. Also survived by nine grandchildren, with Amanda Marie Kohan not being able to attend services because of military commitment and being stationed in California before being deployed overseas. Visitation from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the HERBERT R. KING JR. FUNERAL HOME INC., 2841 Woodland Circle at Route 8, Hampton. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Friday in St. Catherine Church, Wildwood Road, Hampton. Interment will follow in Assumption Cemetery of St. Mary Church, Hampton. The family is accepting memorial contributions c/o the funeral home. www.kingfuneralhome.com.
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Natalie R. Kostella
Jacobs Creek

Natalie R. Kostella, 68, of Jacobs Creek, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in Mon Valley Hospital, Carroll Township, Washington County. She was born Dec. 21, 1937, in Jacobs Creek, a daughter of the late Nick and Ann Magnone Snyder. She was a member of St. Timothy's Roman Catholic Church of Smithton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Kostella; and a sister, Ruth Nicastro. She is survived by two sons, Francis Gregory Kostella and wife, Barbara Madus, of Swissvale, and John Thomas Kostella, of Standard Shaft; a daughter, Mary Ann Kostella and friend, Art Schmeltz, of Jacobs Creek; and a grandson, Benjamin. She is also survived by three sisters, Rosemary Semon, of Jacobs Creek, Frances Toth, of Belle Vernon, and Nicolena Koloucci, of New Jersey; and a brother, Timothy Snyder, of Nevada. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the L.L. BARTHELS FUNERAL HOME INC., Second Street, Smithton. A blessing service will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home with Father Paul Stivason officiating.
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Gloria M. Kuszajewski
Brighton Heights
Formerly of Polish Hill

Gloria M. Kuszajewski, 63, of Brighton Heights, formerly of Polish Hill, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, after a lengthy illness. Beloved daughter of the late Frank J. and Florence M. (Wisniewski) Kuszajewski. Dear sister of Francis R. and the late Robert F. Kuszajewski. Sister-in-law of Susan E. (Mroz) Kuszajewski. Aunt of Claire J., Ellen T. and Regina M. Kuszajewski. Family and friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th St., Lawrenceville. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Friday in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.
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George A. Laris
Oakmont

George A. Laris, 83, of Oakmont, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, at UPMC St. Margaret, Pittsburgh.

He was born May 2, 1922, in Pittsburgh to the late George and Eunice Rudge Laris.

He was a World War II Navy veteran.

Mr. Laris was self-employed, managing real estate.

He was a member of Immaculate Conception-St. Joseph Church, Bloomfield, and Alcoma Golf Club; and enjoyed playing gin.

He was the husband of Ann Zona Laris; father of George Robert Laris of New Kensington, and Georgia Laris of California; grandfather of Yue Laris Cohen of California, Jordan Laris Cohen of California, and George Nicholas Laris of New Kensington.

Friends and relatives may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont, where parting prayers will be recited at 8:45 a.m. Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. in Immaculate Conception-St. Joseph Catholic Church, by the Rev. John DiNino. Interment will follow in Verona Cemetery, Oakmont. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Greater Pittsburgh Chapter, One Station Square, The Landmark Building, Suite 500, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.
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Bernard J. Lease
Castle Shannon
Formerly of South Side

Bernard J. "Ben" Lease, 81, of Castle Shannon, formerly of the South Side, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2006. Husband of the late Bernice (Blaszak) Lease. Beloved father of retired Navy Lt. Cmdr. Bernadette (retired Navy Lt. Cmdr. Joel) Kernan and Kipp (Jodi), Brian (Crystal) and Barry (Donna) Lease. Cherished grandfather of Jake and Kaitlin Kernan and Andrew and Abigail Lease. Brother of the late Walter and Pat Lease and Leona Diesel. Dear friend of Shirley Cabella. Friends may come to remember and celebrate with the family from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 2 to 8 p.m. Friday at the CIESLAK & TATKO FUNERAL HOME INC., 2935 Brownsville Road, Brentwood. Funeral prayer at 9:15 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 in St. Paul of the Cross Monastery. Interment with military honors in St. Adalbert Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to St. Paul of the Cross Monastery, 148 Monastery St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203.
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Charles R. Levdansky
West Elizabeth

Charles R. Levdansky, 76, of West Elizabeth, died Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006, at his home. Born Nov. 2, 1929, in Bunola, Pa., he was a son of the late Anthony and Katherine (Cheskawich) Levdansky. He was owner and operator of Chuck's TV, a television and radio repair shop in West Elizabeth, and served in the Air Force. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Joseph and Anthony Levdansky. He is survived by his wife, Jean (Merolli) Levdansky; two daughters, Karen Kelly, her husband, Scott, and their children, Ryan and Matthew, of Lansdale, Pa., and Sharon Palonis, her husband, Richard, and their son, Ian, of West Elizabeth; four siblings, Ann Belak, formerly of Bunola, Walter Levdansky, Stella Godlesky and Helen Emsurak, all of Elizabeth. Friends received from 2 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the STEPHEN D. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 1701 State Route 51 (Large), Jefferson Hills, where funeral prayer will be at 10 a.m. Thursday followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, the Rev. Robert Kohuch officiating. Interment will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, P.O. Box 600, Elrama, PA 15038.
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Thomas W. Lloyd
Greensburg

Thomas Wrenshall Lloyd, 63, of Greensburg, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2006, in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. He was born March 29, 1942, in Greensburg, a son of the late Thomas W. Lloyd Sr. and Margaret Johnson Lloyd. He was a professor in business management with Westmoreland County Community College with 35 years of service. He had published numerous educational texts. He was a graduate of Gannon University, and received his master's degree from Akron University and his doctorate degree at Nova University. He was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Southwest Greensburg and was past president of the Westmoreland County Blind Association in Greensburg. Surviving are his loving wife, Joyce Cline Lloyd; his children, David Thomas Lloyd and Sarah Ashley Lloyd, both living in the Baltimore, Md., area; a sister, Joan Lloyd McGinnis, of Mt. Lebanon; and two nieces. Family and friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the KEPPLE-GRAFT FUNERAL HOME INC., 524 N. Main St., Greensburg. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 500 Chestnut St., Southwest Greensburg, with Pastor Hans O. Andrae officiating. Interment will follow in Westmoreland County Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes memorial contributions be made to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church or the Westmoreland County Blind Association. Terence L. Graft, funeral director, entrusted with the arrangements (724-837-1201).
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Frances C. Loucks
Blairsville

Frances C. "Gale" Barnhart Loucks, 85, of Blairsville, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at Loyalhanna Care Center, Latrobe. A daughter of Lawrence T. and Erma Weaver Barnhart, she was born July 30, 1920, in Mt. Pleasant. Mrs. Loucks was a member of the Christian & Missionary Alliance Church, Blairsville. She was a gifted poet and touched many lives with her poetry. Prior to her retirement in 1978, she was employed by Torrance State Hospital for 15 years as a secretary. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. Surviving are four sons, William H. Loucks and wife, Connie, of Lexington Park, Md., Larry R. Loucks and wife, Donna, of Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada, John K. "Jack" Loucks, of Blairsville, and James D. Loucks, of Blairsville; 10 grandchildren, Kristie Atkinson, Lincoln, Nikki, Joleen, Adam, Shellie, Molly, Mark, Willy and Jalyn Loucks; four great-grandchildren, Brandon Atkinson, Katie Atkinson, Miranda Gomez and Victoria Atkinson; a brother, Simon Barnhart, of Santa Barbara, Calif.; and two sisters, Dolores Caldwell and Jane Chamberlain, both of Latrobe. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William V. Loucks, on Jan. 9, 1998; two brothers, Donald and Raymond Barnhart; and a sister, Geraldine Moyry. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the SHOEMAKER FUNERAL HOME INC., 49 N. Walnut St., Blairsville. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Christian & Missionary Alliance Church, Blairsville, with the Rev. John McMannus officiating. Interment will be in the Blairsville Cemetery. To view the online obituary, sign the guest registry or send condolences, visit www.shoemakerfh-monuments.com.
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Genevieve Lubecki
Belle Vernon

Genevieve Belczyk Lubecki, 82, of Belle Vernon (Rostraver Township), died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at 12:15 p.m., at UPMC Presbyterian, Oakland. Born July 11, 1923, in Washington Township, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Josephine Schopp Belczyk. Mrs. Lubecki was a resident of Rostraver Township for the past 16 years, having previously resided in Fairhope. She was a member of Epiphany of Our Lord Roman Catholic Church, Monessen, and a homemaker. Along with her husband, Genevieve owned and operated Lubecki's Lounge in Fairhope for 40 years, retiring in 1989. She was an avid bingo player, enjoyed playing cards, traveling, and most importantly she loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She is survived by her husband, Ben Lubecki, to whom she was married 64 years; daughter and son-in-law, Marcia Smith and husband, Bill, of Sunnyvale, Calif.; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Ben Lubecki and wife, Linda, of Manchester, Mo., Rick Lubecki and wife, Beverly, of Belle Vernon, and Ray Lubecki and partner, Chuck Higgins, of San Diego, Calif.; brother and sister-in-law, Ray and Gloria Belczyk, of Monessen; two sisters, Wanda Sobek, of Fairhope, and Irene Sobek, of Lynnwood, Pa.; six grandchildren, Jeffrey Lubecki, Loriann Lucier, Jimmy Lubecki, Lindsay Lubecki, Stacey Sanders and Teri Smith; and seven great-grandchildren, Jacob and Kayla Lubecki, Benjamin and Sadiejo Lucier, Lauryn Lubecki, Stephen and Cassie Sanders. She was preceded in death by her brother, Walter Belczyk. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the LEONARD J. PARZYNSKI FUNERAL HOME, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Ave., Belle Vernon, 724-929-6183. Prayer service will be held at 9:15 a.m. Friday in the funeral home, followed by funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in Epiphany of Our Lord Church, Monessen. Interment will take place in Belle Vernon Cemetery. The Belle Vernon Knights of Columbus Council 3026 will conduct services at 7 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. The family suggests memorial contributions be made in memory of Genevieve Lubecki to the charity of your choice. As a convenience to the family, condolences are accepted and given to the family from the funeral home's Web site, www.parzynskifuneralhome.com.
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Elisa Lynch
Pittsburgh and Ligonier

Elisa Pierce Lynch, 89, of Pittsburgh and Ligonier, died unexpectedly Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. She was the beloved daughter of the late Harriet Stewart and J. Audley Pierce. Mrs. Lynch was predeceased by her husband, Thomas "Tim" Lynch III, and their youngest son, Clay Frick Lynch II. She attended Winchester Thurston and graduated from Pennsylvania College for Women, now Chatham College. She is survived by her daughter, Elisa Simmons, of Los Altos Hills, Calif.; her son, Thomas Lynch IV, of Aspinwall; six grandchildren, Toby and Mac Lynch, of Pittsburgh, Elisa Fabian, Shannon Drotar, Thomas Simmons Jr. and Patrick Simmons, all of California; and six great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Fox Chapel Golf Club, Rolling Rock Golf Club, and the Lyford Cay Club in Nassau, Bahamas. Mrs. Lynch was an avid golfer and bridge player who loved to travel. She was also a long-standing member of the U.S. Senior Women's Golf Association and the Women's Golf Association of Western Pennsylvania. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the home of her son, Tim Lynch, at 201 Lexington Ave., in Aspinwall, and from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday at the home of Charles Lynch, in Greensburg, at 221 Oak Lane, Maplewood. COSHEY-NICHOLSON FUNERAL HOME INC., 319 W. Pittsburgh St., in Greensburg, (724-837-3100), in charge of arrangements. Interment will be for family only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Allegheny Heart Institute, 320 E. North Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212.
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Phyllis A. Malchano
Ben Avon
Formerly of Wexford

Phyllis Ann Malchano, 53, of Ben Avon, formerly of Wexford, having fought the good fight against ovarian cancer, died Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2006. Phyllis graduated from KWU, Duquesne University and La Roche College and was a founder of Together for Retarded Youth Inc. (TRY) and a former executive director of St. Joseph's House of Hospitalty, among other positions. An avid, published writer and a high-energy businesswoman, "Dr. Phyl" had her own consulting business and taught psychology at CCBC, CCAC and Penn State Beaver. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Emsworth, where she was a Eucharistic minister and a member of the Centering Prayer Group. Phyllis enjoyed myriad interests, and chief among them was boating, during which she spent many happy hours on the Ohio River. Daughter of the late Frederick J. and Gertude (Staab) Malchano. She looked forward to being reuinited them and her beloved aunt, the late Dora Staab. Surviving are longtime friends Jerry DeSena, Charles "Chas" Quinn, Barbara Cook and Sister Harriet Seton, S.C. The funeral was private. Arrangements by the STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, North Side.
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Elizabeth A. Marcus

Elizabeth A. (Dedes) Marcus died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Christo P. Mother of Frank P. (Angie), Robert P. (Mary), Dawn A. (Robert) McLaughlin and Steven (Kelly). Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the THOMAS P. KUNSAK FUNERAL HOME INC., 3552 California Ave. at Davis Avenue, Brighton Heights. Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. Friday in St. Cyril of Alexandria Church.
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Joseph E. Markovic
Ross

Joseph E. Markovic, 87, of Ross, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, at Allegheny General Suburban Campus. Born July 1, 1918, in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Louis and Mary (Vrbanic) Markovic. Beloved husband of 62 years to Carolyn (Abt) Markovic, of Ross. Loving father of Joseph (Sue) Markovic, of North Carolina. Brother of Mildred Schwartz, of West View. Grandfather of Lucas (Karen) Markovic and Melanie Markovic, both of North Carolina. Great-grandfather of Wesley Markovic. Family will welcome friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES INC., 388 Center Ave., West View. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. Thursday in St. Cyril of Alexandria with Father James L. Bruney officiating. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. www.schellhaasfh.com.
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Robert W. Mason
North Huntingdon

Robert W. Mason, 79, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, surrounded by his wife and children. He was born June 6, 1926, in Penn Hills, a son of the late W.C. and Marie (Esmieu) Mason. As he began his service in the Army during World War II, he was involved in the Battle of Normandy and went on to proudly serve his country in France, Germany and Belgium. Bob attended St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church with his wife. As the owner of Mason TV for many decades, he was well-known in the community. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Claire (Saunders) Mason; their three sons, Tim, Ken and Shawn Mason; their two daughters, Dinah Mason and Cheri Brunory; and the daughters- and sons-in-law. He will be loved and missed by his nine grandsons and three granddaughters. He is also survived by his brother, Dave Mason and his wife, Marilyn, of Plum Borough; his sister, Agnes (Mason) Hand, of Colorado; and also Claire's brother and his best friend, Jerry Saunders and his wife, Kaye, of Monaca. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ben Mason, of Lewistown. Friends and family will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and 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. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Entombment will follow in Penn-Lincoln Memorial Park, North Huntingdon. Due to allergies, the family requests no flowers. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, 248 W. Otterman St., Greensburg, PA 15601. John F. Ott assisting the family with arrangements.
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Beatrice S. McCormick
Greensburg

Beatrice S. McCormick, 76, of Greensburg, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, in St. Anne Home, Greensburg. She was born Jan. 5, 1930, in Olean, N.Y., a daughter of the late Dr. John and Irene Mack Sweeney. She graduated from Olean High School, Seton Hill College and the University of Pittsburgh. She was an elementary school teacher for the Greensburg Salem School District prior to retirement. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the Honorable Richard E. McCormick Sr., in 1996. She is survived by a son, Judge Richard E. McCormick Jr. and wife, Kathleen, of Greensburg; a daughter, Kathleen M. Lewis and husband, James, of Bel Air, Md.; a son, Timothy J. McCormick and wife, Linda, of Hempfield Township; a son, Patrick E. McCormick and wife, Toni, of Greensburg; a son, John P. McCormick, of Truckee, Calif.; a daughter, Mary M. McNeal and husband, Donald, of Glen Mills, Pa.; a daughter, Sheila M. Walter and husband, Carl, of Mercer; a daughter, Joan M. Sweeney and husband, John, of Greensburg; 15 grandchildren, David McCormick and wife, Diana, Richard, Melissa, Emily, Susan and Colleen McCormick, Meghan Denny and husband, Michael, Erin Lewis, Timothy, Patrick and Matthew McNeal, Daniel, Brian and Patrick Sweeney, and Donald Walter; and a great-granddaughter, Cecelia Lewis. She is also survived by her brother, Edward Sweeney, of Palm Beach, Fla.; and sister, Margaret Sweeney, of Brewster, Mass. Family and friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the KEPPLE-GRAFT FUNERAL HOME INC., 524 N. Main St., Greensburg. A prayer service will be held 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 Church with Monsignor Raymond Riffle as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Greensburg Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Anne Home, 685 Angela Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601. Terence L. Graft entrusted with arrangements (724-837-1201).
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Blaine K. Messick Jr.
North Huntingdon

Blaine K. Messick Jr., 35, of North Huntingdon, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2006, at home. He was born Jan. 27, 1970, in North Versailles, a son of Blaine K. Sr. and Jeanne DiBiase Messick. He was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his son, Brandon H. Messick, of North Huntingdon; a brother, Jason M. Messick and his wife, Brenda, of North Huntingdon; maternal grandmother, Ruth DiBiase Kopylczak, of North Huntingdon; paternal grandparents, William and Norma Messick, of North Versailles; three nieces, Sarah, Emma and Olivia Messick; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME INC., Clay Pike, Circleville, North Huntingdon. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Interment will be private. Memorials may be made to Salvation Army, Harbor Light House. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
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Harry R. Miller Sr.
White Oak

Harry R. Miller Sr., 87, of White Oak, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at his residence. Born March 20, 1918, in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Harry Clark and Sadie Belle Stouffer Miller, husband of the late Nellie Olive Wilson Miller and father of the late Harry R. Miller Jr. A retired car salesman for Monroeville Dodge. He is survived by a grandson, David Miller; granddaughter, Rebecca Erickson; a great-grandson, Cameron Erickson; a daughter-in-law, Mona Miller; nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the JAYCOX-JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME INC., 2703 O'Neil Blvd., McKeesport. Interment in Irwin Union Cemetery, Irwin. www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
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John H. Morgan
Forest Hills

John H. "Jack" Morgan, 78, of Forest Hills, died Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2005. He was born in Homestead and graduated with high honors in 1945 from South Hills High School, where he participated in cheerleading and school plays and was captain of the swimming team in his senior year. He received National Honor Society recognition and was a speaker at his graduation exercises. Mr. Morgan enlisted in the Navy in 1945, was trained as an air traffic controller, served at NAS Patuxent River, Md., and was honorably discharged in 1948. Under the G.I. Bill, he majored in economics with a minor in journalism at the University of Pittsburgh and received his B.A. degree summa cum laude in 1952. He was tapped to Omicron Delta Kappa for leadership in the YMCA and scholastic achievement and was a member of Delta Sigma Phi fraternity. He graduated with honors from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1955 and was first in his class, elected to membership in the Order of the Coif and was graduate of the year, Shiras Inn, Phi Delta Phi. Mr. Morgan served a clerkship with Homer King, Esq., during law school, and his legal career began as an associate with Smith, Buchanan, Ingersoll, Rodewald & Eckert from 1955 to 1958. In 1958, he was one of the original members of Eckert, Seamans, Cherin & Mellott, starting as an associate and being a partner from 1960 through 1984 and office manager from 1961 to 1972. His corporate practice covered antitrust, bankruptcy and creditors rights litigation, class actions, product liability and commercial real estate matters. He was a member of the American, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Bar associations, the Academy of Trial Lawyers of of Allegheny County, the American Judicature Society, the American Law Institute and the Pennsylvania Bar Institute (president 1981-82) and House of Delegates. Mr. Morgan was a fellow of the American and Pennsylvania Bar associations and past president of the University of Pittsburgh Law Alumni Association. In 1985, he transitioned into a solo practice, later associating with Thomson, Rhodes & Cowie in 1986. He retired from private practice on Dec. 31, 1994. Jack and his beloved wife of 53 years, Ruth Ann, joined the Church of the Ascension in 1958, where he was appointed chancellor that year. Over the years, he served as head usher, a vestry member multiple times, senior warden twice, chairman of three search committees, a member of the building fund committee and the Every Member Canvass, a convention delegate and a lay reader. Jack was elected to the board of trustees of the Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh in 1999, was appointed board president in 2004-05 and was a member of the Duquesne Club and Churchill Valley Country Club. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather and a golfer who enjoyed the company of friends and his sons on various courses. Loving father of Jeffrey (Barbara) Morgan, of Newark, N.J.; Richard (Debbie) Morgan, of Forest Hills; Cathy (Ron) Smith, of Warren, Mich.; Thomas (Christianna) Morgan, of Somerville, Mass., and Timothy (Patty) Morgan, of Wellesley, Mass. "Grandpa" of Kimberly, Patrick, Tucker, Griffin, Natalie and Alexander and extended family. Private burial was Dec. 27. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Church of the Ascension. The family suggests memorials to the Bishop's Fund, Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh, 535 Smithfield St., 900, Pittsburgh, PA 15222; the Church of the Ascension, 4729 Ellsworth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213; the Salvation Army, 424 Third Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15219, or UPCI Development Department, UPMC Cancer Pavillion, First Floor, 5150 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Arrangements by WOLFE MEMORIAL INC. FOREST HILLS CHAPEL.
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Andrew H. Napolitano
Lincoln Place

Andrew H. Napolitano, 76, of Lincoln Place, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. Beloved husband of Margaret (Potsic) Napolitano; loving father of Tina (Gary) Nagle, Perry (Susan) Napolitano and the late Andrew "Drew" Napolitano; brother of Jean Sobol, Mary Dawson and the late August, Albert, Rico Napolitano and Antoinette Capelli; grandfather of Katie, Julia, Tino, Tara, Veronica, Angelo, Talia and Enzo. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the SAVOLSKIS WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main St., Munhall, member of Selected Independent Funeral Homes. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Thursday in Holy Angels Church.
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Lois D. Nava
Greensburg

Lois D. Nava, of Greensburg, on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, at Select Specialty Hospital, Greensburg, with her husband by her side. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Kathryn Reese Donaldson. She was also predeceased by a brother, Raymond Donaldson Jr., and by her father- and mother-in-law, Sam and Serafina Nava. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Joseph Nava. She has two children, Sally Llovet Nava and her husband, Ricardo, of Squirrel Hill and Madrid, Spain, and Jerry Nava and his wife, Kim, of Eldersburg, Md. She was Nonna (grandmother) to seven grandchildren: Ricky, Sofia and Peppino Llovet-Nava and Emily, Sam, Ted and Matilda Nava. Also surviving are her sister, Nancy Jean Mancini, of Pasadena, Calif., a sister in-law, Elizabeth Donaldson, of San Jose, Calif., and many cousins, nephews and nieces. Lois was a graduate of Greensburg High School, where she played clarinet in the band for four years. She attended Davis and Elkins College and graduated from Slippery Rock with a degree in elementary education. She earned a Master's degree and a Reading Specialist Certificate from the University of Pittsburgh. Lois taught in and retired from the Greensburg Salem School District. She organized the National Honor Society at the former Greensburg Salem Junior High School. During her teaching career, Lois was a member of the Greensburg Salem and National Education Association. After retirement, she became a member of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees, and served as secretary for both its Westmoreland chapter and Region 7. She was an active member of the Greensburg College Club, serving on its scholarship committee for a number of years. She also belonged to the Dante Alighieri Lodge of the Italian Sons and Daughters of America and of the Sons of Italy Lodge 735, for which she served as secretary. As a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, Lois served as a Eucharistic minister and a greeter. She was also a member of the Rosary Altar Society, Bible study group, and the Youthful Seniors organization in which she was a former secretary and president. Along with her husband, Lois traveled extensively both in the United States and abroad. She enjoyed cruises to the Caribbean, Mexico, the Panama Canal, the eastern coast of the United States and Canada. Her travels took her also to Spain, Portugal, Morocco, France, Italy and Australia. The most important and cherished moments in her life centered on family, students, church, friends, and country. She was loving as she was loved, inspiring as she was inspired and helpful as she was helped. The legacy she leaves behind is in the minds of all the students whose lives she touched through her teaching and by example; and in the hearts and memories of her husband, her children and her grandchildren. No greater bond could exist than that with which Lois molded and held her family together. Though we are deeply saddened without her, we rejoice in knowing how much richer, fortunate and blessed we are in having been touched and loved by her. Instead of goodbye, Lois, we say arrivederci, which in Italian means until we are together again. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Lois from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the CLEMENT L. PANTALONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 409 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, 724-837-0020. Prayers will be held at 9 a.m. Friday in the funeral home, followed by a funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady of Grace Church. Interment will follow in Greensburg Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Leukemia Society of America, 2 Gateway Center - 13 North, Pittsburgh, PA 15222; the Greensburg Salem Middle School Library, 1 Academy Hill Place, Greensburg, PA 15601, or the American Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 960 Penn Ave., Suite 1000, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. For online obituaries and directions, please visit us at www.pantalone.com. Natale N. Pantalone, supervisor.
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Sister Jude Thaddeus, S.C. O'Donnell
Greensburg

Sister Jude Thaddeus O'Donnell, S.C., 90, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at Caritas Christi, the motherhouse of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill, Greensburg. Born in McKeesport, Sister Jude Thaddeus entered the congregation of the Sisters of Charity on Sept. 8, 1933 from St. Paulinus Parish in Clairton. Preceded in death by her parents, Leo F. and Margaret (Conroy) O'Donnell, and three sisters, Mary Agnes Regan, Leota Lane and Mrs. Russell (Joan) Bonner, she is survived by nieces and nephews. She earned a bachelor's (education) degree from Duquesne University and a master's (Spanish) degree from the University of Notre Dame. Her early years of ministry were spent teaching students of the elementary and secondary levels in the dioceses of Altoona-Johnstown, Greensburg and Pittsburgh. In 1962, she was assigned to teach Spanish at Seton Hill University, where she began a 20-year tenure as associate professor of Spanish and chair of the Spanish department. She also taught Spanish during the summer sessions at Seton Hill during the 1960s and 1970s. In reflecting on her more than 70 years in religious life, Sister Jude Thaddeus said, "I thank God for the many graces and blessings I received during my years of ministry as one of Mother Seton's Sisters of Charity."Friends will be received from 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Caritas Christi, 459 Mt. Thor Road, Greensburg. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 7 p.m. Friday in the Chapel of the Assumption, Caritas Christi. Burial in Sisters' Cemetery, Seton Hill, Greensburg. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of Charity, DePaul Center, 463 Mt. Thor Road, Greensburg, PA 15601.
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Olympia Pancerev
Forest Hills

Olympia "Lyia" (Yokoff) Pancerev, of Forest Hills, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Mark. Mother of David and Gregory, of Reading, and Natasha Johnson, of Cleveland. Sister of John Yokoff, of Massachusetts. Grandmother of Tracy, Katryna, Cole, Lincoln, Ewan, Liberty and Michaela. Friends received from 2 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main St., Munhall, where a Panachida service will be at 7. Funeral services at 10 a.m. Friday in the funeral home.
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William J. Patsilevas
McCandless

William J. Patsilevas, 74, of McCandless, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, in UPMC Passavant. He was born Aug. 24, 1931, in Pittsburgh to the late James and Emma Rombach Patsilevas and was the retired co-owner of B and J Maintenance Co. and a member of North Hills Lodge F&AM; 716 and Syria Shrine. Husband of Margaret Stanger Patsilevas. Father of William R. (Christy), Robert J. (Linda), Patricia Schrimpf (Bill) and Pamela Barnhart (Tommy). Brother of James G. Patsilevas (Evelyn) and the late Richard Patsilevas and Marie Bianchi. Also survived by eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. No visitation. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Alphonsus Church, Wexford. Contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital, 1877 Shriners Way, Cheswick, PA 15024. Arrangements by DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, Ross.
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Velma A. Petras
Clairton

Velma A. Petras, 80, of Clairton, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in Select Specialty Hospital, McKeesport. She was born Jan. 27, 1925, in Glassport to the late William and Wilma Slafka Stasko and also was predeceased by her husband, Paul Regis Petras, who died Feb. 12, 1974; and brothers, Donald and Albert Stasko. Mrs. Petras was a retired nurse at Mercy Hospital; a member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish, Clairton, and a former member of its Women's Guild, and a volunteer taking blood pressures at the Senior Center, Medicine Shop and AARP. Mother of Mary Petras, of Clairton; Anthony Petras (Martha), of Jefferson Hills; Cyril Petras (Susan), of Stephens City, Va., and Richard Petras (Frances), of Ellicott City, Md. Sister of Dorothy Kacsan, of North Versailles, and Mary Ann Worek, of Las Vegas, Nev. Grandmother of Mary Frances, Elisabeth, Rachel, Sarah, John Paul and Catherine Petras. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the A.J. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 555 Fifth St., Clairton. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Paulinus Church, Clairton. Burial in St. Clare Cemetery, Clairton. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 300 Penn Center Blvd., Suite 700, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
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Verna M. Pifer
North Huntingdon
Formerly of Jeannette

Verna M. Pifer, 85, a resident of Baldock Health Care Centre, North Huntingdon, formerly of Jeannette, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. She was born Aug. 6, 1920, in Sewickley Township, a daughter of the late George and Jessie Taylor Leasure. Prior to retirement, she was employed by the Penn State Extension Office of Greensburg. Verna was a member of Grace United Church of Christ, Jeannette. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Alfred "Dutch" Pifer, in 1991; and three sisters, Madeline Cline, Betty Hall and Bernice Leonard. She is survived by three daughters, Donna Wanzak and husband, Paul, and Jean Harkins and husband, Thomas, all of Florida, and Olive Baginski and husband, Timothy, of North Huntingdon; a son, Alfred "Bud" Pifer, of North Huntingdon; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; two sisters, Sara "Doods" Moore, of New Stanton, and Ruth Trice, of Florida; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the JOHN V. GRAZIANO FUNERAL HOME INC., 228 N. Second St., Jeannette. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home with the Rev. Edwin Fromm officiating. Interment will follow in Madison Union Cemetery.
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William S. Politylo
Dormont

William S. Politylo, 96, of Dormont, died Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Jessie Kanell Politylo; loving father of Marilyn O'Connell, Constance Larimer and Roseann Gilmore; grandfather of Stephen and Kenneth Orosz, Vanessa Sobotta, Margaret O'Connell, Richard Larimer and Leslie Houpt; great-grandfather of Phoebe and Jacob Sobotta, Daniel Larimer and Samuel Houpt; brother of Mary Paga, and the late Mick, Chester and Eddie Politylo. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at BEINHAUERS, 2630 W. Liberty Ave., Dormont, 412-531-4000, where a blessing service will be at 10 a.m. Friday. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Park. Please view or add a tribute at www.woodrufffamilyservices.com.
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Dr. Charles Quattrone
Upper St. Clair

Charles Quattrone, M.D., 67, of Upper St. Clair, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in Monongahela Valley Hospital. Dr. Quattrone spent his career as an emergency physician in Pittsburgh and will be missed dearly by the many colleagues and patients whose lives he touched and saved over the past 30 years. Dr. Quattrone is survived by loving wife Anna Rosa, daughter Stephanie Kermes (James), son David Quattrone (Robyn), grandson Leo Matthew and siblings Paul, Anthony, Alfred and Theresa Quattrone. Friends welcome from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at BEINHAUERS, 2828 Washington Road, Peters, 724-941-3211. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Thursday in St. Thomas More Church, Bethel Park. Please add a tribute at www.woodrufffamilyservices.com.
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Gertrude H. Richert
Shaler

Gertrude H. Richert, of Shaler, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at UPMC Passavant. She was a daughter of the late Bernard and Helen Pilarski Rolewicz and a member of St. Bonaventure Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband, Paul E. Richert; her son, Mark A. (Sue) Richert; her daughter, Anita (Tom) Price; her grandchildren, Becky and Tracy Price, Benjamin, Bailey and Kirby Richert; and her sister, Carol Budzik. Friends will be received from noon to 9 p.m. at the WORRELL FUNERAL HOME INC., 820 Main St., Sharpsburg. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday in St. Bonaventure Church, Glenshaw. Interment will follow in Mt. Royal Cemetery, Shaler. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested for the American Heart Association, 10 Duff Road, Suite 304, Pittsburgh, PA 15235.
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Pauline D. Richey
Ligonier

Pauline D. Richey, 91, of Ligonier, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in the Bethlen Home, Ligonier. She was born Oct. 27, 1914, in Latrobe, a daughter of the late Angelo and Lillian Come DeBoise. She was a member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church of Ligonier. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Patrick J. Richey; eight sisters; and a brother. She is survived by a niece, Betty Brant, of Ligonier; two nephews, James A. Simon and his wife, Lois, and David P. Simon, all of Ligonier; five great-nephews; four great-nieces; eight great-great-nephews; four great-great-nieces; and a great-great-great-nephew. Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the McCABE FUNERAL HOME, 300 W. Third Ave., Derry. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday in Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Ligonier, with Monsignor William G. Charnocki, P.A., as celebrant. Interment will follow in Ligonier Valley Cemetery.
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Jean E. Rosso
Bethel Park
Formerly of New Stanton

Jean E. Rosso, 78, of Bethel Park, formerly of New Stanton, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, in St. Clair Hospital, Mt. Lebanon. She was born Sept. 2, 1927, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late George and Louise (Hilliard) Tesh. She was a charter member of the New Stanton Assembly of God Church. She was a self-employed cosmetologist. Surviving are a son, Michael Rosso Jr. and wife, Debbie, of North Huntingdon; a daughter, Cheryl Anne Teres and husband, Timothy, of Bethel Park; half sister, Susan Rice; 15 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael J. Rosso Sr.; a son, Herman M. Ostrelich Jr.; and stepdaughter, Madeline Horn. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the C. RICHARD McCAULEY FUNERAL HOME INC., Youngwood, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the New Stanton Assembly of God Church. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the New Stanton Assembly of God Church with the Rev. Terry Larimer officiating. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pittsburgh.
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Donald E. Ryan Sr.
East Pittsburgh

Donald E. Ryan Sr., 66, of East Pittsburgh, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. Don was a member of the U.S. Army Reserve. He worked as a manager for Eat'n Park restaurant for 18 years. After 17 years employment, Don retired from Forbes Regional as a food service supervisor. He was a member of the Turtle Creek Area School Board for 10 years, vice president of the Woodlands Hills School Board and an East Pittsburgh volunteer fireman for many years. Husband of Betty Ann (Smith) Ryan, for 46 years; father of Donald "Dink" Ryan Jr. (wife, Janice), of West Mifflin, Kimberly Sue Landay, of East Pittsburgh, and the late Beth Ann "Becky" Tkacs (surviving husband, Dennis, of Pittsburgh); brother of Bob Ryan, of Turtle Creek, Tom Ryan, of East Pittsburgh, Patty McCoy, of Level Green, and the late Kay Tancraitor, Clara Byrne, Linda Kerr and Pete and Henry B. Ryan; also survived by two grandchildren, four stepgrandchildren, four great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Don was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He had a great sense of humor and enjoyed all people he met. Friends welcome from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. www.laniganfuneralhome.com.
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Paul E. Sage
Scottdale

Paul E. Sage, 48, of Scottdale, went to be with his Lord on Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at his residence. He was born Jan. 27, 1957, in Uniontown, a son of Alice L. Lowery Sage, with whom he resided, and the late Robert J. Sage Sr. Both of his parents were ministers of the Full Gospel Church. Paul was a member of Union Local #154, and he was an avid fisherman. Like his parents, he was a member of the Full Gospel Church. In addition to his father, he was predeceased by a nephew, Steven Sage. In addition to his mother, he is survived by a brother, Robert J. Sage Jr. and his wife, Judy, of North Huntingdon; two sisters, Viola Sage Gray, of Uniontown, and Nora Sage Domico and her husband, Jeff, of Uniontown; and his nieces and nephews, Jeremiah Gray, Deborah Hamilton and family, Donald Gray and family, Michael Gray and family, Mark Sage and family, Bonnie Sage Fuller, Amanda Sage, Robert J. Sage III, Delbert Victor and family, Sharon George and family, and John Robert Victor Jr. and family. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday in the BROOKS FUNERAL HOME INC., 111 E. Green St., Connellsville, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday with the Rev. Ronald Boyd officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Cemetery, Dunbar Township. To sign the guest registry, please visit www.brooksfuneralhomes.com.
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Anna Saus
Munhall

Anna (Vargo) Saus, 84, of Munhall, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Andrew. Mother of David A., Andrew W. and Carol Ann Macus. Sister of Helen Bires, of Florida; Stephan Vargo, of Washington; Francis Vargo, of Massachusetts, and Andrew "Whitey" Vargo, of Greenfield. Grandmother of David, Melissa, Renee, Steven, Andrew II and Misty. Friends received from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the SAVOLSKIS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main St., Munhall, a member of Selected Independent Funeral Homes. Services at 11:30 a.m. Thursday in St. Nicholas Church.
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Rose D. Schuster
Collinsville, Texas

Rose Dorothea Vogel Schuster, 95, of Collinsvile, Texas, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in her residence. She was born Aug. 28, 1910, in Clairon to the late Joseph and Minnie Kaufman Vogel and also was predeceased by her husband, Simon Schuster, whom she married Dec. 31, 1943, in Anderson, Ind. Mrs. Schuster was Jewish and is survived by son Stanton Schuster, of Albuquerque, N.M.; daughter Diane Morgan, of Collinsville; three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Graveside services with Rabbi Murray Burger officiating and interent were Tuesday in Macomb Cemetery, Grayson County, Texas. Arrangements by the HUFF FUNERAL HOME, Whitesboro, Texas.
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Susan E. Schworer
Formerly of Jeannette

Susan E. Schworer, 53, formerly of Jeannette, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in Westmoreland Manor. Born April 7, 1952, in Greensburg, she was a daughter of Louise M. Walroth Schworer, of North Huntingdon, and the late Joseph S. Schworer Jr. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Jeannette. In addition to her mother, she is survived by a sister, Brenda Schworer and her husband, Derris Papas, of Jeannette; brother, Larry Bruce Schworer and his wife, Brenda Powaka Schworer, of Barre, Mass.; a nephew, August Papas; and numerous cousins. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the MASON-GELDER FUNERAL HOME INC., 201 N. First St., Jeannette. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday in Sacred Heart Church. Interment will follow in Westmoreland County Memorial Park, Hempfield Township. To send online condolences, visit www.mason-gelder.com. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Westmoreland Manor Recreation Fund, c/o Business Office, 2480 S. Grande Blvd., Greensburg, PA 15601.
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Stanley S. Scott
Morningside

Stanley S. Scott, 94, of Morningside, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Mary J. Babiak Scott. Father of Oreen Scott (fiance Andy Gondol) and Linda Ann Cornyn (Robert). Brother of Helen Omasta and the late Tillie Brutt, Pearl Benedict, Ann Hoover and John and Barney Scott. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at MCCABE BROS. INC. FUNERAL HOME, 5300 Penn Ave., Bloomfield, where services will be at 11 a.m. Friday.
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Pearl E. Shaffer
New Stanton

Pearl Elizabeth Exton Shaffer, 83, of New Stanton, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in Excela Health Westmoreland Specialty Care Hospital, Greensburg. Born April 26, 1922, in Hempfield Township, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Mary Whigam Exton. She was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Arona, and a member of American Legion Post 472 Ladies Auxiliary of Manor and VFW Post 8427 Ladies Auxiliary of Herminie. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas N. Shaffer; an infant twin son, in 1944; and a brother, Harry F. Exton, in 1984. Surviving are four daughters, Shirley Mae Znidarsic and her husband, Joseph, of Arona, Nancy Pearl Brandstetter and her husband, Keith, of Irwin, Darla Emma Stauffer and her husband, Charles, of Irwin, and Pamela Jean Brooks and her husband, Ronald, of Greensburg; two grandsons, Aaron Lee Brandstetter and his wife, Beth, and Michael Shayne Brooks; four granddaughters, Beth-Anne Reiche, Gretchen Lynn Fischer and her husband, Jason, Sherry Rae Lackey and her husband, Mike, and Melissa Sue Brandstetter; four great-grandchildren, Dakotah and Kaleb Lackey, Lane and Grace Fischer; a sister, Ruth Anthony and her husband, William, of New Stanton; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the BEATTY-RICH FUNERAL HOME INC., Route 136, Madison, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday with her pastor, the Rev. L. Samuel Scheiderer, officiating. Interment will follow in the Middletown United Methodist Church Cemetery, Hempfield Township.
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Gustave A. Sill
Wilkins

Gustave A. "Gus" Sill, 87, of Wilkins, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in Forbes Hospice, Oakland. Gus worked for Gulf Oil for 45 years in the research department at Mellon Institute, Oakland, and then at Gulf Research, Harmar. After retiring, he did catalysis research in the chemical and petroleum engineering department at the University of Pittsburgh with his good friends and colleagues Drs. Keith Hall and Julie D'Itri. Beloved husband of Dorothy (Koch). Loving father of Janet Stouffer (Robert), of Wilkins, and Joseph (Evelyn), of London, England. Grandfather of Adam and Casey Stouffer and Sarah and Leah Sill. Predeceased by brothers David and Herb Sill. Gus will be missed greatly. A special thank-you to all the wonderful nurses, doctors and volunteers at Forbes Hospice. No services. Arrangements by the PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, East Pittsburgh.
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Father Ermin R., Smith O.S.B.
St. Vincent Archabbey

Father Ermin R. Smith, O.S.B., a monk of St. Vincent Archabbey, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2006, after a long illness. He was 88 years old. Father Ermin was born in New Germany, Pa., Feb. 7, 1917, a son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Long) Smith. He was one of 12 children. He was predeceased by six brothers, Vincent, Clement, Cletus, Benno, Thomas and Father Julian Smith, O.S.B., who was also a Benedictine of St. Vincent Archabbey; and three sisters, Mary Chirdon, Sister M. Basil Smith, R.S.M., and Sister M. Matthew Smith, R.S.M. Surviving are two sisters, Elizabeth Ryan and Helen Smith, of Florida. He attended Wilmore Public Grade School, New Germany, and was a 1937 graduate of St. Vincent Preparatory School. He received a bachelor of arts degree from St. Vincent College in 1943, and a master of arts degree from St. Vincent Seminary in 1945. He also did graduate study in theology at the University of Notre Dame. Father Ermin entered the Benedictine monastic community of St. Vincent Archabbey in 1939. He made simple profession of vows on July 2, 1940, and solemn profession of vows on July 11, 1943. He was ordained a priest in St. Vincent Archabbey Church by the late Hugh C. Boyle, bishop of Pittsburgh, on Nov. 4, 1945. He served the Archabbey in a variety of positions. He served on the faculty of St. Emma Military Academy, Belmead, Va. (1945-1947); was prefect and teacher at St. Vincent Preparatory School (1947-1948), as well as St. Vincent Scholasticate (1948-1952). He was vice rector of St. Vincent Seminary (1952-1955); professor at St. Vincent College (1960-1966) and professor at St. Vincent Seminary (1954-1960, 1974-1980), as well as spiritual director at the Seminary (1974-1980). He was socius of clerics (1955-1961) and master of novices (1961-1966) at the Archabbey. From 1967 to 1973, he was stationed at Sao Bento Priory in Vinhedo, Brazil, serving as novice master and subprior and teaching religion. He was appointed chaplain at Latrobe Area Hospital in 1980, where he served until his retirement in 1999. Father Ermin's body will be received at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, at the Elizabeth Roderick Center, St. Vincent Archabbey. Viewing will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday in the parlor of the Roderick Center. The body will be transferred to the Basilica for the vigil service at 7:15 p.m. Thursday, where his body will lie in state until 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Friday at St. Vincent Archabbey Basilica. Interment will follow at St. Vincent Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Benedictine Health and Education Fund at St. Vincent Archabbey, 300 Fraser Purchase Road, Latrobe, PA 15650.
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Kristin L. Sparico
New Castle
Formerly of West Mifflin

Kristin Lee Sparico, 39, of New Castle, formerly of West Mifflin, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006, in New Castle. She was born April 5, 1966, in McKeesport to Antonio J. and Patricia A. Lister Sparico, of West Mifflin. She was a 1985 graduate of West Mifflin Area High School and a 1994 graduate of the Community College of Allegheny County, where she received an associate's degree in computer programming. Kristin was a computer programmer for Gateway Insurance and UPMC. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a son, Tracy Johnson, of Knoxville, Tenn.; a sister, Jasmine (Bert) Ackerman, of West Homestead; a brother, Anthony (Trina) Sparico, of West Mifflin; nieces and a nephew, Megan, Natalie and A.J.; and aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends from 2 until time of funeral service at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. Sixth St., Clairton. Burial will be private.
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Mary Kathy Stevens
Middlesex
Formerly of South Hills

Mary Kathy Stevens, 51, of Middlesex, formerly of the South Hills, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. Born on Jan. 27, 1954, in Knoxville, Tenn., she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Helen Owens. Kathy worked as a health insurance representative for Henderson Brothers Insurance. She was a member of the Greater Pittsburgh Golden Retriever Club, where she was active in the rescue of helpless Goldens. Kathy also sang in her church choir. Beloved wife of for 26 years of Donald P. Stevens, whom she married on Sept. 29, 1979. Dear sister of Charles Owens, Tennessee, Kenny Owens, of Texas, and Marvin Owens, of Tennessee. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. The Stevens family will welcome friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 5864 Heckert Road, Bakerstown, Richland. Parastas services will be at 8 p.m. Wednesday and funeral services will be in the funeral home at 10 a.m. Thursday with the Rev. Patrick Carpenter officiating. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Family suggests donations to the Holy Assumption of St. Mary Orthodox Church, 105 S. 19th St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Please pay tribute at www.schellhaasfh.com.
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Arthur G. Street
Elizabeth Township

Arthur G. Street, 80, of Elizabeth Township, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, in Jefferson Hills Manor. He was born Aug. 21, 1925, in Sutersville to the late George W. and Ethel Field Street and also was predeceased by his first wife, Margaret Kovaly Street, and a son, A. Jeffery Street. Mr. Street worked in the metallurgic lab of U.S. Steel's Irvin Works, West Mifflin, retiring in 1979 after 37 years of service, and also was retired from Scholl Tractor Sales, Elizabeth Borough. He was a member of Park Baptist Church, Versailles, for 25 years and of its Jolly Seniors and morning Bible study and a World War II Army veteran who served in Germany from 1944 to 1946 and attained the rank of Tech 4. Husband of Jan Street for 38 years. Father of Raymond W. Street (Kathy), of Jeannette; Elaine Cray (John), of Elizabeth Township, and Sherri Harrington (Paul), of Washington, Pa. Stepfather of Kevin B. Kirkman, of Sutersville, and Vaughn Kirkman (Peggy), of Lower Burrell. Brother of the Rev. Ray Street (Jane), of Johnstown. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. Visitation from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 10 until 11 a.m. services Thursday in the PAUL E. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME, 221 Second St., Elizabeth Borough. His son-in-law, Pastor Paul Harrington, and Pastor Ted Dodd will officiate. Burial in West Newton Cemetery. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
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Karen S. Szymborski
Cranberry
Formerly of Ross

Karen S. (Pagliaro) Szymborski, 51, of Cranberry, formerly of Ross, died peacefully at home and surrounded by her family on Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. Karen was employed by Medical Center Clinic for more than 25 years. Beloved wife of Eugene J. Loving mother of Lauren. Daughter of the late John and Amy Pagliaro. Also survived by cousins. Special to cousin JoAnn Catolos. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Karen's life from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at the SCHEPNER-MCDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 165 Noble Ave., Crafton. Services at 10 a.m. Friday in the Church of the Nativity, Crafton. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, 33 Alice St., Pittsburgh, PA 15205 or the American Cancer Society, c/o the Karen P. Szymborski Fund for Patient Care Services in Western Pennsylvania, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205.
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Patricia L. Tamburo
Franklin Park

Patricia L. Tamburo, 71, of Franklin Park, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. Beloved wife of Anthony S. Tamburo Sr. Mother of Sharen L. Zaborowski, Joseph J. Popinski, John R. Popinski and the late George W. Popinski Jr.; stepmother of Pamela Abner and Patricia Morrow. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Sister of Sheldon Shore and Nelda Hanna. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th St., Lawrenceville. Funeral service at 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
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Joan A. Thomas
McKeesport

Joan A. Bill Thomas, 69, of McKeesport, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2006, in UPMC McKeesport. She was born Sept. 23, 1936, in McKeesport to the late Peter and Susan Sabo Bill and also was predeceased by brother Ronald Bill. She was a retired nurse's assistant at McKeesport Hospital and is survived by daughter Robin Sungala and grandson Grey Sungala, of White Oak. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 until an 8 p.m. blessing service Thursday at the FORGIE-SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, with the Rev. Matthew Elanjileth officiating.
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Ronald D. Urbas
Houston, Pa.

Ronald D. Urbas, 63, of Houston, Pa., died in his home on Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born Dec. 23, 1942 in Strabane to John and Josephine Sunday Urbas and worked from age 18 until a few months before his death as a machinist foreman at Canon Tool Co., Canonsburg. Ron enjoyed target shooting; gun collecting; nature; science fiction; reading nonfiction science, astronomy and physics, and parachuting and was a pilot of single-engine airplanes. Mr. Urbas was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. His strength, intelligence, sense of humor and moral character were unique to Ron alone. He put everyone and their happiness above his own. Everyone fortunate enough to have known him was touched with his knowledge and generosity of spirit. Surviving are wife Linda Lee Evans Urbas and granddaughter Jordan Manko, at home; daughters Dawn Samples (Mark), of Satellite Beach, Fla., Cathy Bell and Michelle "Shelly" Diesel (Ed), of Houston, and Carol Oklesson (Rob), of Edwards, Calif.; other grandchildren Jessie and Mindy Bell, Courtney Urbas, Jared and Kenzi Diesel, Dustin and Deanna Oklesson and Hunter and Chaz Samples, and brothers Joseph and Robert Urbas, of Cecil. Deceased are brother Jack Urbas and sister Romaine Urbas. A private memorial service for family and close friends will be at a later date. Arrangements by the MCILVAINE-SPEAKMAN FUNERAL HOME LTD., Houston. Please view or add tributes at www.woodrufffamilyservices.com.
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Catherine M. Ventresco
Pitcairn

Catherine M. (St. Angelo) Ventresco, 86, of Pitcairn, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. Born Nov. 25, 1919, she was a daughter of the late Nick and Mary (Vecchio) St. Angelo; beloved wife of the late Luige Ventresco; loving mother of Michael (Patricia) Ventresco, Louis "Jr." Ventresco and Kathy (Don) Wise; grandmother of Michelle (Rob) Zurawsky, Lorraine (Jim) Gerbi, Nicole (Jon) McCune, Lisa Wise and Michael Ventresco; great-grandmother of Michael Gerbi, Robbie Zurawsky and Kailey McCune; sister of Albert St. Angelo, Melrose Ciccotelli, Peggy Gongloff and the late Sam Santangelo and John St. Angelo. No visitation. Mass and burial were private. Arrangements by the WM. O. PEARCE FUNERAL HOME INC., Pitcairn.
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Anthony J. Vitigoy
West Newton (Collinsburg)

Anthony J. "Cutty" Vitigoy, 89, of West Newton (Collinsburg), died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006, at his home. He was born June 12, 1916, in Collinsburg, a son of the late Anton and Anna (Smerkol) Vitigoy. Prior to retirement, he was employed by the Construction and General Laborers Union, Local #1451, in Latrobe. "Cutty" was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving in North Africa. He was a member of Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, of West Newton, and the church's Holy Name Society, a member and longtime secretary of the Slovenian Club in Collinsburg and member of VFW #7812 in West Newton and the S.N.P.J. Lodge. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, and will be sadly missed by all of his adoring family that includes his loving children, Louise A. Farmer and her husband, Bud, of Collinsburg, and Dale A. Vitigoy and his wife, Teresa, of West Newton; his devoted grandchildren, Ross Farmer, Michelle Vitigoy Breit, Frank and Sarah Vitigoy; and his adoring great-grandchildren, Corey and Luke Farmer, Hannah Vitigoy and R.J. Breit. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years, Margaret (Merella) Vitigoy, in 2002; and two sisters, Ann Soyka and Pauline Barto. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 2 to 4 and 7 and 9 p.m. Wednesday at the J. WILLIAM McCAULEY JR. FUNERAL HOME INC., 901 Vine St., West Newton. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday in Holy Family Church, West Newton, with Monsignor John A. Regoli as celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Veterans Administration or the memorial fund of Holy Family Church. www.mccauleyfuneralhome.com
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Karen J. Wano
Ross

Karen J. Wano, 59, of Ross, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. Wife of the late Anthony N. Wano. Beloved friend of Don Birks. Loving mother of Tony Wano, of Washington, Pa.; Karla and Toni Wano, of Ross, and Johnna Wano, of Monroeville. Sister of Edwin Noah. Also survived by eight grandchildren. No visitation. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in the chapel of Allegheny County Memorial Park. Arrangements by DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, Ross.
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Fannie B. Williams
Penn Hills

Fannie Bell Williams, 82, of Penn Hills, died peacefully on Friday, Jan. 13, 2006. Beloved sister of Rosella Mitchell, Solomon (Mildred) Williams, Pauline Alston and the late Paul and Samuel Williams. Aunt of Suzan Smythe, Beverly Coles and LaVerne and Kevin Williams. Great-aunt of Kelvin, Marcus, Shayna, Keisha, Ashley and Kyle. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday in the SAMUEL E. COSTON FUNERAL HOME INC., 427 Lincoln Ave., East Liberty. Services at 11 a.m. Thursday in Rodman Street Baptist Church, East Liberty Boulevard at Collins Avenue.
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Mildred M. Wise
Greensburg RD1

Mildred M. Wise, 94, of Greensburg RD1, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2006, in the Hempfield Manor, Hempfield Township. Born Feb. 21, 1911, in Hempfield Township, she was a daughter of the late Harry F. and Ada May Miller Eisaman. Prior to retirement, she was employed by Sears in its receiving department. She was a member of Harrold Zion Lutheran Church, Hempfield Township. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Wise; and two brothers, Paul Eisaman and Lester Miller. Surviving are a sister, Evelyn Shirey, of Greensburg RD1; a sister-in-law, Ann Carnes, of Youngwood; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in the BEATTY-RICH FUNERAL HOME INC., Route 136, Madison, where services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday with her pastor, the Rev. Robert Free, officiating. Interment will follow in the Middletown United Methodist Church Cemetery, Hempfield Township.
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Diane L. Zitelli
Swisshelm Park

Diane L. Jones Zitelli, of Swisshelm Park, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2006. Beloved wife of 25 years of John F. Zitelli. Loving mother of Anthony E. and Devon E. Zitelli, of Swisshelm Park. Daughter of the late Maxine Jones. Also survived by an uncle, nieces, a nephew, cousins and friends. No visitation. Burial will be private. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Anselm Roman Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Word of God Preschool, 7436 McClure Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218. Arrangements by the THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME INC., Swissvale. Nied Funeral Home is a proud member of the Good Grief Center. www.niedfuneralhome.com.
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