PITTSBURGH POST-GAZETTE SUNDAY, JUNE 19, 2016 WWW.POST-GAZETTE.COM B-7 CLASSIFIED OBITUARIES Cont. from Previous Page NOE DONNA M. (YEAGER) Age 53, of Jacksonville, FL, on Sunday May 8 2016 Daughter of Betty Yeager; wife of the late Francis Noe, Jr. mother of Frank and Jeremy Noe; sister of Karen Yeager and Amy Hughes. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Monday, June 20, 2016, at 10 a.m.
in SS John and Pau Church Chapel, Franklin Park. If desired, the family suggests memorials to the Little Sisters i Arrangements with GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, Wexford, PA. Send condolences OBERDICK FLORENCE L. (ZIMMERMAN) Of East McKeesport, age 78, on Thursday, June 16, 2016.
i a Leonard Oberd ick lov ing mother of Eileen (Raymond) Wroblewski of Chalfant, Lenn "Keith" (Shirley) Oberdick of East McKeesport, Bill Oberdick of North Huntingdon and the la te Mary Oberd ick dear grandmother of Eric Oberdick, a a a Wroblewski and Cassandra Oberdick; sister of Rowena Carrier of Freeport, Maureen Banks of NY, the late Carol Andre and the late Robert Zimmerman. For years, Flo partnered with her husband, Leonard, in operat ing the former Obee's Bar in Chalfant. Flo enjoyed caring for her yard and planting flowers. She also was an excellent cook and baker as her lady locks were i welcome Sunday from 4-7 p.m. at PATRICK T.
LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, 412-824-8800. Mass i i a i a i Maurice Church on Monday at 10 a.m. Flo will be laid to rest in Penn Lincoln Cemetery. Send condolences OELSCHLAGER THOMAS L.
(TOMMY i i A unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 8, 2016. Beloved husband of Marlene; son of the late loyd and Ne i (Corb in Oelschlager; brother of the late Sally Oelschlager; also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins. Tommy dedicated his life to the Siberian Husky a purebred dogs and was a highly regarded professional handler and master breeder, under the Kontoki prefix. He is President and Show Chairman Wes te rn Pennsy van ia Kennel Association, member, former board member and Show Chairman of South Hills Kennel Club and member and former board member of the i i a A i a i i received from 2 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 21, 2016, in I A A HOME, 2828 Washington a A 7 2 4 9 4 1 3 2 1 1 a service to celebrate his life will a so be he ld a 5 :30 Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to the A A i i Foundation (www.arthrits.org) a Lead (www.takethelead.org).
Please add tributes at: beinhauer.com Send condolences ONDER CHRISTINE A. (SLANINKA) Of East Pittsburgh, formerly of North Braddock, age 91, on Thursday June 16 2016 Beloved wife of the late Joseph Onder for 60 years; loving mother of Donna (Phil) Kollar i a (Annet te Onder Nor th Huntingdon, Dennis Onder of CA and Deborah (Mike) of CA; dear grandmother of Darlene (Aaron) Hobaugh of Penn Twp. and Joe (Tricia) I a grandmother of Jenna Davis, Suri Onder, Tommy Hobaugh and Emberlin Onder; sister of the late Joseph Slaninka. Also i i a nephews. Chr ist ine was a proud homemaker whose most precious treasure was her family.
Friends welcome Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at PATRICK LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800 where a Funeral Service will be held on Monday 11:30 a.m. Christine will be a i i a Catholic Cemetery. Memorial a i a a i a A i a Veterans, 1000 Liberty PA 15222.
Send condolences ORNER GARY A. A 6 0 i a unexpectedly on Thursday, 1 6 2 0 1 6 husband of 39 years to Susan (Munnell) Orner; loving father of Katherine E. Orner Sean Suggs); grandfather of Hayden; son of the late Alfred a i a a son-in-law of the late Jacque a a a i a a (Cherry) Munnell, Alan (Peggie) Munnell and Merry (the late Eddie) Eagle; also survived by a host ieces nephews, cousins, and friends. Gary was a 1973 graduate of Turt le Creek High School, an Elder at Hillcrest United Presbyterian a i a Cedars, member of the White Oak Rescue and ass istant a i a Athlet ic Associat ion. Gary attended PIA and Vero Beach Florida Flight School.
He was a devoted husband and father. Fr iends and re la ives are invited to a Celebration of Gary's Life on Monday 1 p.m. at Hillcrest United Presbyterian Church, 1622 James Street, Monroeville. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gary 's memory may be made to a charity of i A a entrusted to JOBE FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY, corner of Shaw and Triboro A (412-823-1950).
www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences ORNER GARY A. A 6 0 i a unexpectedly on Thursday, 1 6 2 0 1 6 husband of 39 years to Susan (Munnell) Orner; loving father of Katherine E. Orner Sean Suggs); grandfather of Hayden; son of the late Alfred a i a a son-in-law of the late Jacque a a a i a a (Cherry) Munnell, Alan (Peggie) Munnell and Merry (the late Eddie) Eagle; also survived by a host ieces nephews, cousins, and friends. Gary was a 1973 graduate of Turt le Creek High School, an Elder at Hillcrest United Presbyterian a i a Cedars, member of the White Oak Rescue and ass istant a i a Athlet ic Associat ion. Gary attended PIA and Vero Beach Florida Flight School.
He was a devoted husband and father. Fr iends and re la ives are invited to a Celebration of Gary's Life on Monday 1 p.m. at Hillcrest United Presbyterian Church, 1622 James Street, Monroeville. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gary 's memory may be made to a charity of i A a entrusted to JOBE FUNERAL HOME CREMATORY, corner of Shaw and Triboro A (412-823-1950).
www.jobefuneralhome.com Send condolences PITONIAK BRAYDON MICHAEL i a Michael Pitoniak; brother to Michael and Jacob; grandson A a a i i a Pitoniak and Judith Mayer and Jacob W. Mayer III. Braydon, we love you. You are Mommy and little angel. Born sleeping on April 24, 2016.
Send condolences PUERZER BEVERLY ANN Age 84, on Saturday, May 7, 2016, Ar ington (Pgh. i a Charles devoted mother of Janet Polcawich, and the late Charles beloved grandma of Jaime, Dana, Lisa, and the late Jon; beloved great-grandma of Alexis, Maleah, Kyl ie, and Skylar; beloved sister of Lois Fruth. Will be dearly missed by a i a i Services were held privately. Arrangements by TIMOTHY A A I I (412-381-3337) Mt. Ol iver.
a www.timothykslater.com. Send condolences ROUP DONA (JAMES) A well-loved mother and lifelong resident of Sewickley, a a a a sur rounded by her lov ing family, on Friday, June 17, 2016, at Villa St. Joseph. She a 7 3 a i Sewickley on May 9, 1943, to the late Howard and Mary (Faust) James. Loving mother of Richard Roup (Carol of Sewickley and Kathy Meyer i a a i a I I A i a Samantha; cherished sister of i a Sewickley; also many loving aunts and cousins.
A graduate of Avonworth High School, Dona had been employed for 25 years as a Clerk for the University of Pittsburgh in the Department of Records and Services. She was an avid reader, loved to cross stitch and work crossword puzzles. She was a woman of faith who adored her family. Visitation a 2 8 a SEWICKLEY, 702 Beaver St. where service wil be held on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m.
with Rev. Thomas Moog officiating. Burial will be i a i a i a i Memorial Park. Send condolences SHANAHAN RUTH (DENK) Age 79, on Friday, June 17, 2016, of Bethel Park, formerly of Carrick. Beloved wife of 61 years to Bob Shanahan; loving mother of Bobby, Kelly (the late Ron) Schnelzer, Leslie (Denny) in Lynn (Gene) Bronder and Steve (Chrisy); cherished grandmother of 11; and proud great-grandmother of 13; sister of Paul and John Denk and the late Evelyn Denk, Norma Petr i i and Robert A i numerous nieces, nephews and lov ing fr iends.
Ruth's family would like to express a heartfelt thank you for the special longtime care received from ManorCare, Bethel Park. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, 412-881-4100, 4 2 0 1 i a Brentwood 15227, Monday, 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St.
Valentine Church at 10:00 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to Alzheimer's Associat ion, 1100 iberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com. Send condolences SHAVER MARTHA (BICKERTON) Age 98, of Thousand Oaks, CA died peacefully on Friday, May 27, 2016, on the 30-year anniversary of her husband's pass ing. She was born on A 3 0 1 9 1 7 i Monongahela, PA to B.
Leslie and Eoline (Mitchell) Bickerton. a a a a Clairton High School and the University of Pittsburgh. At a drama club in West Elizabeth, a i Shaver. They were married on April 17, 1942, in Clairton, a i i i Elizabeth and were happily married for 44 years. Martha was an active member of the Elizabeth United Methodist Church.
She taught Sunday School for 25 years, played piano, sang in the church choir and was a youth counselor. She conducted scrap metal and paper drives and started a second-hand store to support the Youth Fellowship. In later years, Martha was a substitute teacher at Elizabeth Forward High School and eventually a i i a a accomplished pianist, enjoyed quilting and embroidery. She was proud that she inal ly stopped smoking on her 60th birthday. In retirement, Martha enjoyed traveling with her husband to Alaska and Europe, numerous cruises with family and fr iends, and a tour to China where she walked on the Great Wall.
At age 76, she was an extra in two movies filmed in Pittsburgh. In 1994, Martha moved to Thousand Oaks CA. She jo ined and a i a Westlake United Methodist Church. In 2005, she moved i i a i eme i enc i Thousand Oaks and enjoyed play ing br idge, poker and bingo. She was loved by all because her indness positive attitude and infectious smile.
Martha was preceded in a a brothers, William, Robert, Paul and Ph i i and husband James. Survivors, sister, Belle Smith of Gibsonia, PA; four i i a (Marianne) of Southport, NC, Linda Maslyk (Ed) of Tampa, FL, Donna Penrose (Jeri) of South Park, PA and Bob Shaver of Westlake Village, CA; seven grandchi ldren; and seven a a i A memorial service and lunch were held at the Westlake United Methodist Church in Westlake Village, CA on June 3, 2 0 1 6 A i a service wil be held at the Elizabeth United Methodist Church in Elizabeth, PA on Friday, June 24, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. with a graveside service to follow in Jefferson Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to charity. Send condolences SILAK RAYMOND P.
Age 60, of Findlay Imperial, PA unexpectedly on Friday morning, June 17, 2016. Born September 7, 1955, in a a i a a a i a husband of Lisa Kusen-Silak; a a a a Wakeley and Raymond Silak; cherished grandfather of Alyssa, Makenna, Emma, Gina, Emily and Natalie; brother of Cheryl Bordas and John Patterson and wife, Linda; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Ray retired from i rmak rs Lo a 15 4 where he was affectionately known as A graduate of West Allegheny High School Class of 1974 where he was a running back on the footbal team, also a a a a basketball. He was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, including Steelers season ticket holder for several years. He was an a i traveling with his family and friends, always the life of the party, a naturally funny man, a a volunteered with the West Allegheny Food Pantry and was a very kind and caring person to everyone he met.
A memorial gathering will take place on Sunday, June 19, 2016, between the hours of 3 and 7 p.m. at the HERRICK COMPASSIONATE FUNERAL SERVICE, P.C., Edward M. Herrick, 951 Cliff Mine N. Fayette Imperial, PA, 724-695-7332. Funeral Service Monday, June 20, 2016, at 12 noon.
I is memorial donations be sent to West Allegheny Food Pantry, 520 Rt. 30, Imperial, PA 15126. Send condolences SIMASEK FLORENCE M. Age 96, formerly of West Mifflin, died Tuesday, June 14, 2016, at her daughter's home in Lanham, Maryland. She was a a a (Madison) Chesnick and wife of the late Michael J.
Simasek, Sr. Florence is survived by her daughter, Christine (the late Larry) Jolliffe of Lanham, MD; and her son, Michael John Simasek, Jr. of Greenbelt, MD. Friends will be received at I A I I I 740 Pittsburgh McKeesport Dravosburg, PA 15034, (412) 678-6192 on Tuesday, June 21, 2016, from 4 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, June 22, 2016, at 10 a.m.
at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, W. Mifflin with Father John B. Lendvai, officiating. i a i a be made at: www.strifflerfuneral homes.com Send condolences SOLBACH HARRY Jr. Age 86, of Venetia, formerly of Whitehall, on Thursday, June 16, 2016.
Former spouse of Dolores Solbach; dear father of Dr. Scott Solbach Kelly Derbish); brother of Robert Solbach; and grandfather of Andrea Solbach. A graduate of the US Naval Academy and a a a i a a i i a i i a i a Cemetery of the Alleghenies i a i i i a honors. Services by ELMER L. HERMAN FUNERAL HOME.
Send condolences STALTER GEORGE ALBERT On Thursday, June 9, 2016, i a i 6 5 birthday and being diagnosed with iver cancer George Albert Stalter passed away peacefully with courage and dignity at his home of 26 years in Scottsdale AZ. George always had the brightest eyes, the iggest smi le with an energized, affectionate nature he never shied away from lending a helping hand. George is survived by his wife, Patricia (Silver), of 43 years marriage; eldest daughter, Tonya (Aris Bautista) with grandchildren, Sienna, Zachary, Maverick, and daughter Michel le (Br ian Shippert) with grandchildren, Wesley and George; lder brother, Ralph, Jr. (Patricia Booth) of NV, and younger siblings, Michael (Becky) of Venet ia PA Cece CO, Theresa (Mark) Retzloff of CO, Anita (Ernest "Tap" Tapley) of NM, and Max of Bethel Park, PA. His parents, Ralph and Leona (Zaiden) have passed.
a a i i a established Priceless Legends and, as a Master Bu i lder George prov ided "qua i ty customized workmanship and innovative ideas that made people's dreams come true!" His most challenging projects were atop Mount Lemmon in Tucson, AZ, after the Aspen fire in 2003. George was an accomplished musician from a a a i a directing the Folk Mass Choir at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Bethel Park, PA, and continuing as a choir member at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Scottsdale. His passion and proficiency in billiards grew over the years qualifying him for the American Poolplayers Association "9-Ball National Championship Tournament" in Las Vegas, NV, in 2013.
He continued to enjoy playing with his colleagues and family at the Scottsdale Via Linda Senior Center until a week before his passing. He wrote: "My greatest honor is to know love and serve my Family, i a Americans. In God we trust!" His last gracious and generous gift was to the Body Donation Program of Arizona College of a i i i a Midwestern Un ivers i ty to further anatomical studies and research for the advancement i a a i a techniques and procedures. The family would appreciate memorial contributions and shared stories to be made in George's name via MedGift at https://www.medgift.com/ george-a-stalter. MedGift is the complete resource tool for those facing a health related hardship or need and sharing stories about the loved one.
i a i a expected to be held in both Scottsdale, AZ, and Pittsburgh, A a a a determined. Send condolences STIEMAN MARY K. Age 66, of Harrison City, formerly of Monroeville, died on Friday, June 17, 2016. She was born on January 10, 1950, in McKeesport, to the late Albert and Edna (Snyder) Boss. Mary was a 1971 graduate of Slippery Rock University and a a a a Catholic Church.
Mary loved to bake and her cookies were loved by all. She was always family oriented and enjoyed her grandchildren, family and friends. She will be missed by her beloved husband, Paul; loving daughter, Beth and husband, David M. Biroscak, of a i grandchildren, Emily and Eric Biroscak; and Goddaughter, A a i i a survived by a brother, John; a nephew; and many lose i a i a neighbors. Fr iends wi be received Sunday, June 19, 2016, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
at LINDSAY JOBE FUNERAL HOME, 3343 Route 130, Harrison City. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, June 20, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Barbara Catholic Church, 111 Raymaley Harrison City. Interment will follow in the St.
Barbara Cemetery, Claridge. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Mary's memory to the Bailey ibrary Specia Educat ion Collection at Slippery Rock University. Please direct your contribution to the Slippery Rock University Foundation, 100 Old Main, 1 Morrow Way, Slippery Rock, PA 16057. www.Lindsay-JobeFuneralHom e.com. Send condolences STIEMAN MARY K.
Age 66, of Harrison City, formerly of Monroeville, died on Friday, June 17, 2016. She was born on January 10, 1950, in McKeesport, to the late Albert and Edna (Snyder) Boss. Mary was a 1971 graduate of Slippery Rock University and a a a a Catholic Church. Mary loved to bake and her cookies were loved by all. She was always family oriented and enjoyed her grandchildren, family and friends.
She will be missed by her beloved husband, Paul; loving daughter, Beth and husband, David M. Biroscak, of a i grandchildren, Emily and Eric Biroscak; and Goddaughter, A a i i a survived by a brother, John; a nephew; and many lose i a i a neighbors. Fr iends wi be received Sunday, June 19, 2016, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at LINDSAY JOBE FUNERAL HOME, 3343 Route 130, Harrison City. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, June 20, 2016, at 10:30 a.m.
at St. Barbara Catholic Church, 111 Raymaley Harrison City. Interment will follow in the St. Barbara Cemetery, Claridge. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Mary's memory to the Bailey ibrary Specia Educat ion Collection at Slippery Rock University.
Please direct your contribution to the Slippery Rock University Foundation, 100 Old Main, 1 Morrow Way, Slippery Rock, PA 16057. www.Lindsay-JobeFuneralHom e.com. Send condolences TAYLOR DIANE ELIZABETH Anyone who came into the presence of Diane Elizabeth Taylor never forgot her laugh. She gave smiles and laughter to friends and strangers alike. a a a expression of her happiness and joy to be alive.
She loved her family and friends deeply. Diane, Aunt Dee Dee, or Dee were her AKAs. Diane was the second child born to Robert a i a a January 5, 1944. Her sister, a a a a welcome the healthy baby girl. i a a children, her sister gave her three nephews whom she adored.
Michael, Steven, and Christopher were her avenues to express love as a doting aunt. They, in turn, gave her a i a cherished. Her sister was her best friend throughout her life and she was cared for by Barbara during her last weeks of life. In Williamsburg, the Burke family was her rock for many years and loved her as their own. She was a devoted friend and family member to those she loved including her best friend, Joyce.
Diane loved i a upbringing. She loved her birth place Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the Steelers, the streets and neighborhoods where she played as a child and went to school, and her family history. She loved animals, children, her friends, freedom, and her garden. Although she went to a i a a Un ive rs i and became a teacher of young children, she never lost her affection for Pittsburgh. Her 40 years as an a a oppor tun i ty to rave the world.
She taught in FL, GA, CO, and spent 20 odd years in Asia and Europe teaching children of military service members as a Department of Defense Dependent Schools educator. Finally she taught in Newport News Public Schools and retired in 2008. She lived in James City County for over 20 years and made many friends here. Those who loved her will miss her deeply. She died on June 14, 2016, after a two-year battle with small cell a A i a memorial service will be held in her home in July.
In lieu of lowers, Diane asked that donations be made to the St. Jude Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Online condolences may be shared i a i a www.nelsencares.com. Send condolences THOMAS TERESA Of Glenshaw, passed away on June 16, 2016. Beloved wife of John Thomas; loving mother i i a a (Margaret) Thomas, Victoria (Richard) Ruszkiewicz, Michael (Jacqueline) Thomas, Peggy Je Ka rman and Rober Thomas She a so eaves behind many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, nieces, nephews and other extended family members.
Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 23, 2016, at St. Raphael Church, 1118 Chislett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Interment to follow in St. Mary of the Assumption Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Raphael A Professional services trusted A I A CREMATORY, LTD. www.thomasmsmithfh.com Send condolences WESOKY NORMAN M. Age 92, of Greenfield, on Friday, June 17, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Mary; loving son of the late Louis and Lena Wesoky; caring brother of the late Morris, Jesse, William and Bernard Wesoky, Goldy a Gottesman, Anna Pariser and Rosalyn Soffern; many loving i a great-nieces and nephews, a a i a nephews.
Visitation at the FUNERAL A LTD But ler at 46th Sts Lawrenceville MONDAY 10-11 a.m. Graveside Funeral Service will follow in the Homewood a a i i a 1 1 3 0 a Memorial contributions may be made to the Pittsburgh Association of the Deaf, 1854 Forbes PA 15219. www.dalessandroltd.com Send condolences WOODS BRANDON ROBERT Age 30, of McCandless unexpectedly on Thursday, June 16, 2016. Best friend and loving husband of Julianne (Genis); devoted son of Mark (Cathie) Woods; son and rock of support to Jacki Woods; best fr iend and brother to Katie French (Taylor); adoring brother of Neil, Cody, and the late Brian Woods; amazing son-in-law of Tom Genis and a A a a brother-in-law of Evan, Jordan, and Marchetta Genis; also i a i i a a i especially his beloved dog, i i i rece ived on Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 806 Perry Ross Twp.
Services will be held on Thursday in the chapel of i Cemetery, time later. Brandon had many passions, including baseball, golfing, working out, and running. He was also an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, especially of the Pirates. Send condolences In Memoriam ARENTH MORGAN C. Happy 16th Birthday! Balloons filled with love and kisses.
Never forgotten. Mom, Dad, Cody, Skylar, Tanner Nana DONO JOHN D. Aug. 18, 1928 Apr. 4, 1962 On Day and every day, you are deeply loved and forever missed by your youngest daughter.
The greatest gift I ever had came from God and I call him Dad. is Debora Dono Roseman KING DOUGLAS Best Dad Ever! Happy Day and Happy 98th Birthday, Daddy! Forever in our hearts. KOSTELIC JOSEPH M. 1923 2012 Happy Day! Love and miss you. Your loving daughter, Lois MADEJA TIM This has been the hardest year of our lives.
We miss your smile, your humor, your love. Your wings were ready when our hearts were not. Forever loved, forever missed. Love, Mom and Dad, Jeremy and Jeff, Cherie, and Family SHOPE RAY K. Happy Day We miss you.
Love, Connie, Cindy, and John.
