Obituaries

CZAR
PATRICIA ANN (SCHULTZ)

Sadly, Patricia Ann (Schutz) Czar, age 83, from Shaler, passed away from an unexpected brief illness, surrounded by her family, on May 19, 2026. She leaves behind her loving husband of 62 years, Walter. They grew up together at St. Augustine's Grade School in Lawrenceville. She will also...

McGUINN
MARTIN G.

Former Mellon Bank CEO, philanthropist and major Pittsburgh civic leader, Martin G. McGuinn, passed away peacefully, May 18, at his home in Pittsburgh, after a brief illness. "Marty" was born to Rita Horgan McGuinn and Martin G. McGuinn in September. 9, 1942, in Philadelphia, the oldest of his...

BOSACK
WILLIAM H. "BILL"

Age 84, of Morningside, passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Nancy K. (Kennelly) Bosack. Loving father of William (Tanya) Bosack, Paul (Judy) Bosack, Brian (Rochelle) Bosack, Timothy Bosack, Janet (Erik) Drotos and the late Julianne (surviving...

MILSOM
JOAN COATE

Joan Coate Milsom, age 100, of Fox Chapel, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert C. Milsom, to whom she was married in 1951. Devoted mother of Christine M. (Thomas) Kobus, Robert C. (Toni) Milsom III, and Mark C. (Vicki) Milsom. Adored grandmother of...

KOST
KATHLEEN MARIE

Of Medford, OR, died unexpectedly on May 2, 2026, at home with her current roommate, Matt Gibson, at her side.


Kathleen (Kat) was born October 2, 1980, in Pittsburgh, PA, and graduated from Peters Township High School in 1998. She played flute and piccolo in the PT Marching Band.


Kathleen...

FUNARO
GENEVIEVE (MANSUETTI)

Age 95, of Beechview, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Beloved wife of the late William G. Funaro, Jr. Loving mother of Deborah Riley-Magnus, William (Mary Joan) Funaro, Michael (Kathleen) Funaro, Susan (David) Price, and David Funaro....

TATE
REGINALD M. "REG"

Originally from Mattoon, Illinois, Reginald "Reg" Tate, a lifelong resident of Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, at the age of 96. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 70 years, Lillian (Fleckenstein) Tate, and his son, Stephen.


He is survived by...

MANZONELLI
CARMEN

A devoted father, grandfather, and proud Italian, passed away on March 23, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on July 26, 1942, in Donora, PA, Carmen lived a life defined by love, kindness, and personality. Handsome and full of charm, he had an instant connection with anyone who shared his love of being...

ARENT
CHARLES B.

On May 18, 2026. Beloved twin brother of the late Paul S. Arent. Preceded in death by his parents, Phyllis and Herbert Arent. Survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, and numerous good friends.


Mr. Arent was a sales representative for 18 years with Gipson Bearing Co., followed by a partnership with...

KOERBER
CHARLES PAUL

Charles Paul Koerber, age 88, of Mount Washington, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Beloved husband of Beverly (Masucci) Koerber. Loving father of Anne (the late Al) Massucci, Regina Pisano and Charlene Koerber. Cherished grandfather of Maria (Michael) Snyder, Anina...

MALLOY
THADDEUS "TED"

Thaddeus "Ted" Malloy, 92, of Prosperity, PA, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026.


Born on April 5, 1934, Ted was the beloved son of the late Francis and Genevieve Malloy. He was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, cherished brother, and loyal...

REBEL, SR.
MICHAEL FRANCIS

Michael Francis Rebel, Sr., 82, peacefully went home to the Lord, on Friday, May 15, 2026. From Middlesex Township and formerly Lawrenceville and North Side. Michael was the beloved son and last surviving child of the late Howard A. and Catherine (Cronin) Rebel, and was preceded in death...

SCHNEIDER
RICHARD R. "SUPER DUPER"

Of Finleyville, passed away suddenly at home on Friday, May 15, 2026, age 56. Beloved husband of Diana (Vietmeier) Schneider; loving father of Shaylyn Schneider, Ricky Schneider, Tony Rodrigues, and the late Austin Schneider; son of the late Richard and Lynn Schneider; brother of...

GODESKY
BARBARA A. (FALLERT)

Age 87, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She is now reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, John W. Godesky; her parents, Pearl and Frank Fallert; and her siblings, Marylou, Ronald, and Sandra.


Barb was a devoted and loving mother to...

CURIGLIANO
AGATA

Age 71, of Morningside, entered a life of eternal joy surrounded by her family on May 16, 2026.


Daughter of the late Natale and Caterina Corigliano. Beloved wife of Pietro A. Curigliano. Loving mother of Jack (Peyton) and Vicky (RJ) Groholski. Devoted sister of Frank (Debbie) Corigliano, Rachel...

SORCE
ANNA FRANCIS SCIULLO

On May 16, 2026, Anna Francis Sciullo Sorce, age 94, of Hampton Township, passed away peacefully. She was the beloved wife of the late Anthony "Nino" Sorce; daughter of the late Francesco and Anna "Honey" Sciullo; sister of the late Amico and Lillian Sciullo, the late Carl and Mary...

PIAZZA
LAURA

Laura (Antonetti) Piazza, age 100, of West Mifflin, passed away peacefully, on May 11, 2026, after a brief illness.


Laura was born on September 23, 1925, in Boston, Massachusetts. She spent her adolescence in Boston and New York, before moving with her family to California. After meeting the love of...

GRAU
FREDERICK CARL

Of Valencia, PA, passed away on May 15, 2026, at the age of 88. He was at St. Barnabas, Gibsonia, surrounded by family.


Fred is survived by his wife, Nancy; children, Terri Charles (Brenden), Tom, and Glenn (Dana); sister, Beverly Creel (Wallace); grandchildren, Cole, Ryan, Tyler, Alexa,...

CLARK
JOYCE (ROFFINO)

On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Joyce (Roffino) Clark, age 88, of South Park, passed away peacefully with family by her side. Beloved wife of 67 years to Norman F. Clark; loving mother of David Clark, Teresa Clark, and Michael (Rebecca) Clark; cherished grandmother of Jason (Lisa) Clark, Sam...

DUNCAN
BARBARA J.

Age 76, of Pittsburgh, died peacefully in her sleep, Monday, May 11, in her Shadyside apartment.


She was the daughter of Robert and Margaret Lang Duncan, and grew up in Slippery Rock.


She graduated from Slippery Rock High School in 1966, and from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1970.

...

WARHOLAK
MARIA "MARY" (RUSNAK)

Our dear, loving mother, Maria "Mary" (Rusnak) Warholak, has been called to her heavenly home. Formerly of Bridgeville, she was the only child of Maria (Marciś) Rusnak and Gejza Rusnak. She was born in Vlachovo, in the former Czechoslovakia; and at nine years old, immigrated to the...

KONDRICH
DEACON KEITH G.

Deacon Keith G. Kondrich, of Swisshelm Park, born October 13, 1961, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, after a courageous struggle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). Keith is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of 34 years, Helen Laffey; their children, Wilson (Aubrey), Lily,...

LILLION
NORMA E.

On May 14, 2026, Norma E. Lillion of Glenshaw, was called home to the Lord. Her life was a quiet testament to faith, devotion, and love. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who deeply loved her three sons and one granddaughter, teaching them not only the Catholic faith, but how to live it...

RUSSO
CAROL

Age 85, of Upper St. Clair, passed away peacefully, on May 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Carol was the beloved wife of the late Sebastian "Sonny" Russo; cherished mother of George (Holly) Russo and Kathy (Scott) Carson; devoted daughter of the late Edward and Katharine (Weber) Marxen. She...

BURKHART
NANCY JANE

Nancy Jane Burkhart, age 79, of North Huntingdon, PA, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. She was born in McKeesport, PA on July 20, 1946, and was the daughter of the late George W. Heatherington and Dorothy N. Ritenour Heatherington Ballou. Nancy was the wife of the late John Richard...

KINEAVY
ROBERT J.

Age 88, peacefully passed away on May 14, 2026, at his home, in the Morningside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.


He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Susan M. Kineavy.


Bob was predeceased by his parents, Nora (Joyce) and Stephen Kineavy; and by his four siblings: Stephen (Joe)...

ZEGARELLI
RONALD L. "ARNOLD"

Age 89, of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully with his immediate family present on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Born in Pittsburgh to Italian immigrant parents, Erasmontonio and Angelina Zegarelli, Ronald was married to his beloved wife, Dolores, for 68 years. Loving father of Gregg (Jodi)...

HAYHURST
LAWRENCE MICHAEL

Age 74, of Forest Hills, died peacefully on May 3, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Marcie, father of Lou, Robert, and Lyle (Olga); and grandfather of Katya.


Larry was born in Ft. Campbell, KY, to Jerimiah and Marita (Fernandez) Hayhurst. His parents met in the Philippines, where...

HARDING
FRANCES "PAT"

It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of Frances "Pat" Harding of Little River, SC, who passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026.


Pat was born in McDonald, PA, to the late Paul and Vera DeBlander. She graduated from McDonald High School and Waynesburg College. Pat did graduate work at...

BUSHMIRE JR.
WILLIAM J.

Age 92, of Aliquippa (formerly South Fayette), passed away on May 9, 2026. Beloved husband of Margaret Ann "Peggy" Bushmire; loving father of Rosann (Quinn Palamides) Bushmire, Gary (Kathy) Bushmire, Donna (Bob) Slaney, Linda (Tom) Thomas, Alan (Tammie) Bushmire, Debra (John) Lucik and Jerry...

FAHRNY
SHIRLEY L.

Age 94, of Pittsburgh, entered the Heavenly Kingdom, on May 14, 2026. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on June 18, 1931, to the late Harry Leonard Scott and Lottie Emily (Richardson) Scott.


Shirley devoted her entire life to her family; she defined unconditional love through her...

KVOCKA
KEVIN

Surrounded by his loving family, Kevin Kvocka, age 66, of Finleyville, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026.


Kevin was a quiet man with a quirky sense of humor. He enjoyed gabbing with his buddies and always had a good story to tell. He loved to take mini vacations, spend time with his family, and...

HENDERSON
NOREEN E. (WALLACE)

Noreen E. (Wallace) Henderson, in her 100th year, of Beechview, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, on Monday, May 11, 2026. Beloved wife of the late William T. Henderson; loving mother of Noreen (Robert) Jones, Denise (Joseph) Augello, Gayle Henderson, Terry (Christine)...

GRECO SR.
FRANK J.

Frank Greco Sr., age 77, passed away peacefully, on April 30, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous 13-year battle with COPD/emphysema.


He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank B. and Marie Greco.


Frank is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Maureen Greco;...

STREIFF
CHARLES JAMES

Charles James Streiff died on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at his home in Scott Township, just outside Pittsburgh. He was 82. He was a lawyer. Not the theatrical kind. The useful kind. For decades, Mr. Streiff advised transportation companies, pension funds, and labor organizations with a clarity...

VUKICH
MARKO "MARK" S.

Of Monroeville, peacefully passed on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the age of 71. Mark was the devoted husband of Karen (Petrillo) Vukich for 44 years. He was the beloved father of Greg Vukich; and adoring grandfather of Isabella Catherine. Mark was the brother of Georgia (late Don) Bugajski,...

SHOWERS
THEODORE C. "TED"

Of Wilkins Twp., age 84, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026.


Born the son of the late Kenneth S. Showers and the late Elizabeth M. (Haley) Showers.


Beloved husband of Regina "Jean" (McLain) Showers for 58 wonderful years.


Loving father of Ted P. Showers and Ann L. Showers, both...

HILLS
CAROLYN

On the morning of May 10, 2026, Carolyn Hills entered her final rest. Carolyn was born on January 3, 1944, to Tracey Wendell and Leone Rosella Shepherd née Sorensen. In college, Carolyn loved folk dancing and met her husband at the Ribbons and Spurs folk dance club at the University of Utah. They...

GREAVES
BRIAN L.

Brian L. Greaves, 82, of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026.


Born on August 22, 1943, in Pittsburgh, Brian was the beloved son of the late Marion and Ira Greaves.


Brian was a loving and devoted father to Brenda Provident and Tracy (Chris) Rains, a cherished grandfather to...

HUGHES
JOANN L.

Our beloved Joann L. Hughes passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026, at the age of 92, surrounded by family in Timonium, Maryland.


Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Joe and Ann (Scanlon) Lubic, Joann possessed an unwavering smile and a natural beauty that warmed every room she entered. She...

AIKEN
PAULINE L. (EILER)

Age 83, of Bridgeville, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife for 65 years to the late Robert V. "Bob" Aiken. Pauline is survived by her son, Tim Aiken (Traci Mullins) of Sistersville, WV; step-grandchildren, Allison Carse of Weirton, WV and Matt...

EDISON
PAULINE

Pauline Edison, 85, passed away at home in Pittsburgh, PA, on April 27, 2026, surrounded by her family. Generous, kind, and with diverse talents, you would often find Pauline engaged in one of her passions for the benefit of others. She could be knitting a sweater or blanket for a grandchild or for...

YOCHUM
MARY JANE "JANIE"




Age 98, passed away peacefully at Caritas Christi, the motherhouse of the Sisters of Charity, in Greensburg, PA, on May 12, 2026. Born on October 9, 1927, in Wheeling, WV, she was the beloved daughter of Harry C. and Mary K. (Kaiser) Flading.


Janie was the embodiment of elegance,...

WYZKOSKI
BERNADETTE SHIRLEY

After 91 beautiful years, including 50 with her beloved husband, Leo, Bernadette Shirley Wyzkoski passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026. She started with the family name of Shirley, and many also came to know her as Bernie; this rose by any other name was the sweetest. She lived...

UPCRAFT JR.
WILLIAM "CHIEF"

Age 74, of Scott Township, passed away suddenly, on May 12, 2026, with family by his side. He was the son of the late William E. Upcraft Sr. and Suzanne (Medwig) Upcraft; beloved husband of Karen Dorman; loving father to Christopher (Carla) Abbott; dear pap of Cameron and Cole Abbot;...

WAGNER
GERALDINE (SEVCIK)

Heaven gained a beautiful angel. Geraldine (Sevcik) Wagner, 86, of Shaler Township, peacefully passed away on Mother's Day, May 10, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Madeline Sevcik. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Gerry was born December 7,...

MANSMANN
PETER J.

A lawyer by trade but a farmer at heart. A teller of tall tales. A world champion breaker of tractors. A connoisseur of poison ivy, oak, and sumac. A raider of refrigerators. A real-life Santa Claus. But most importantly, a husband, dad, pap-pap, and beloved family member and friend to many. Peter...

MIELE, JR.
SYLVESTER ANTHONY

Passed away on May 9, 2026, at St. Clair Hospital surrounded by family. He was born August 11, 1935, at Braddock Hospital, in Braddock, PA, and grew up in Swissvale, PA. He lived in Scott Twp. and Windber, PA, before moving to Bridgeville, PA, where he lived for nearly four decades with...

FERRIS
SEAN DALY

Age 78, of Pittsburgh (Penn Hills), PA, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Shadyside Hospital, after a three-and-a-half-year courageous battle with metastatic bone cancer, surrounded by his loving family.


He was born on March 22, 1948, in Natrona Heights, PA, the son of Richard P. and Mary...

HOFER
GLENN

Age 82, a proud Vietnam Marine veteran, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, surrounded by family, after a long battle with illness. Born on August 5, 1943, in Pittsburgh, PA. He was a dedicated patriot who answered the call of duty, enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps. He served with honor in Vietnam...

FUNG
VINCENT

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, Vincent Fung, of Pittsburgh, PA, formerly of Las Vegas, NV, passed away at the age of 85. Son of the late Hoy and Lorraine (Christoff) Fung; brother of Kathleen (late Jack) Rodgers, Jan (Kathy) Fung, late Karen (late Fred) Yee, and late Joe (surviving, Linda) Fung; nieces and...

GRIGGS
VELMA

Evangelist Velma Eunice Coleman Griggs, affectionately known as Mom, GiGi, Grandma, Aunt V, Velm, and Evangelist Velma, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest on April 26, 2026, at the age of 80.


Born in Pittsburgh, Velma was raised on the North Side of PA, in a strong, faith-centered family...

PANZA
EVELINA (FERRARO)

Passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026.


Her husband, Rocco Panza, and Evelina immigrated to America in 1966 from San Pietro in Guarano, Calabria, Italy, along with their three young children, Augie, Frank, and Rose.


She made the courageous journey in leaving her parents, Giuseppe and...

BOND
JAMES

It is with profound love and deep admiration that we celebrate the extraordinary life of James, a man of remarkable character, steadfast integrity, and boundless warmth. Born on March 3, 1931, James lived a life that spanned continents, careers, and decades of selfless devotion to family, community, and...

APPETTA
JAKE KENNETH

Age 86, on May 7, 2026, of Baldwin Borough.


Beloved husband of Marian (Palazzo), having celebrated 64 years of marriage on May 5; loving father of Kenneth V. Appetta and Natalie (Karl) Heller; devoted Pap Pap of William "Tiger" Heller; son of the late Frank and Dorothy (Cramer) "Chiappetta"...

HENRY
MARY CLAUDETTE

Age 92, of Irwin, PA, passed away at home, on May 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and caregivers. She was born on January 27, 1934, in Stowe Township, the daughter of Julia Schaukowitz Duffy and Ralph Densmore Duffy. She graduated with a degree in education in 1956 from Duquesne...

ZELL
SANDY

Sandor "Sandy" (Zell) Zelekovitz moved through the world like water.


When he entered a room, his presence arrived all at once, filling every corner and quiet space effortlessly, the way water rushes in after a dam breaks. Powerful but never overwhelming. Gentle but impossible to ignore. People...

DUTCHER
JOAN R. (REESE)

Of Bethel Park, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, age 92. Beloved wife for 68 years of Conrad; loving mother of Keith (Carol), Timothy (the late Kathy), Susan Asbury and the late Sandra; sister of Beverly Silfer (the late Ronald), Fred Reese (Cecilia) and David Reese (Gail);...

FRAZIER
DOLORES S.

On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, Dolores (Sulkowski) Frazier, of Bellevue, passed away at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Robert J. Frazier; loving mother of Darlene (Michael) Ursiny and Daniel (Tracey) Frazier; grandmother of Christine and Erik Ursiny, Dylan and Ava Frazier.


Dolores was a...