Obituaries
Susan Ann Brown
Oct 30, 2024
Susan “Sue” Brown, age 75, of Shaler, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Beloved wife of 57 years to Robert “Bob” Brown; loving mother of Bobby Brown, Melissa Brown, and Michele Tutro (Mike); proud grandmother “Grammy” to Victoria, Andrew, Jordan, Elizabeth, and Ava. Sue was born in Ashtabula, Ohio, and moved to Lawrenceville when she was 10. There,...
Joseph D. Massimiani
Oct 22, 2024
Joseph D. Massimiani, age 52, of Baden, formerly of Shaler Twp., passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. Proud father of Joseph (Chaslin Hoover), Zachary, and Jake Massimiani; beloved son of Louis and Janet Massimiani; cherished brother of Julia Massimiani and Louis (Leah Cullen) Massimiani; dear uncle of Mia Sipple (Tyler Robbins) and Lennon Massimiani; also survived by many...
Phyllis Marie Hwostow
Oct 21, 2024
Phyllis Marie (Varlotto) Hwostow, age 83, formerly of Hampton Township, PA, passed away on October 21, 2024, while under the care of Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford, PA. Born November 12, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Varlotto and was preceded in death by her sister Joan Hudak and husband Anthony Hwostow. Phyllis was...
George K. Hagopian
Oct 16, 2024
George Hagopian, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and uncle, passed the evening of October 16th with his most treasured wife Helen and family surrounding him. George’s story is that of a true American Dream. His parents escaped the Armenian Genocide immigrating to America. He was very proud of his Armenian heritage and would refer to himself as a “thoroughbred” (wife and...
Catherine I. Bigler
Oct 12, 2024
Catherine I. (Smith) Bigler
Age 67, of Butler, formerly of Fox Chapel, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Beloved daughter of Frances Sullivan; loving mother of Jeremy (Jean) Bigler, Jessica (Robert) Hardesty, Jaqueline (Stephanie) Bigler, and Janelle (Bryan) Touchtone; dear grandmother of Caroline, Emily, Christopher, Sophia, Anna, Angelica, and Leah; dear great-grandmother of Cecilia and Natalie; dear sister of James...
Joyce Ann Jobe
Oct 12, 2024
Joyce A. Jobe, age 72, of Shaler Twp., passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Beloved wife of 38 years to Charles Jobe; loving mother of Jason and Timothy and step-mother of Charles III, Robert and Thomas Jonathan; she is also a proud grandma and great grandma; sister of Bill Dipner. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 6:00 to...
Janet E. (Giger) Metzger
Oct 7, 2024
Janet E. (Giger) Metzger, age 89, of Hampton Twp., passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024. Beloved wife of 69 years to Robert E. Metzger Jr., loving mother of Cathy (Jim) Lewis and Robert E. Metzger III; proud grandmother of Justin R. Lewis, Rebecca L. (Jason) MacKay, and Robert E. (Trish) Metzger IV; dear great grandmother of Ben Hannan, Ava...
Ruth Amelia Clark
Oct 7, 2024
Ruth Amelia (Schaffer) Clark after more than 105 years of soaking up all that this world had to offer, Ruth, formerly of Bellevue and Observatory Hill, was called home on Monday, October 7, 2024. Ruth was born on Perrysville Avenue in the summer of 1919, the oldest child of the late John “Jack” and Amelia “Tilly” Schaffer. She married Charles...
Anthony "Tony" Schultz
Oct 2, 2024
Anthony “Tony” Schultz, age 64, of Middlesex, formerly of Etna, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Beloved partner of over 20 years to Lorraine Papich; dear stepdad of David (Chrissy), Jen, and Brian Papich; loving brother of Karen (Garry) Berner; uncle of Nicole (Ray) and James (Nicole); cherished great uncle of Carter and Ford. Tony was a proud...
Donald F. Bedel
Sep 24, 2024
Donald F. Bedel, age 91, of Shaler Twp., passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Beloved husband of 60 years to Theresa Bedel; loving father of Donald Charles (Susan) Bedel and Thomas Anthony (Laurie) Bedel; proud grandpap of Alexandra Bedel and Natalie Bedel. Don had many hobbies, especially his beloved airplanes. He was a truly wonderful family...
Alice J. Weinbrenner
Sep 22, 2024
Alice (Krampf) Weinbrenner, age 90, of Shaler Twp. died September 22, 2024. Beloved wife of Herbert Weinbrenner for nearly 70 yrs. Daughter of the late Louise Raible Krampf and late Oscar Krampf. Beloved sister of the late Florence Vidonic. Mother of Diana (Robert) Watson, Mark (Lisa) and William (Michelle) Weinbrenner. Cherished Grandma of Aaron (Gretchen) Watson, Michael (Ashley) Watson, Evan...
Virginia A. Brown
Sep 20, 2024
Virginia A. (Kissel) Brown, age 75, of Gibsonia, on Friday, September 20, 2024 left this earth peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Joseph M. Brown; loving mother of Michael (CJ) Brown, Suzanne (Jason) Inesso, and Diana (Scott) Butler; proud grandmother of Emily, Brett, Adam, Ashley, Mason, and Max; sister of Frances Kissel-Powell. Ginny lived a beautiful...
James F. Inesso
Sep 18, 2024
James F. Inesso, age 78, of O’Hara Twp., passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Mary Lou Inesso; loving father of Jason (Suzanne) Inesso; proud grandfather of Mason and Max Inesso; dear brother of Christine (Bill) Golden and the late Frances (Bill) Gallenz. Jim was a proud US Army Veteran serving in Vietnam and received...
Joyce A. Wills
Sep 18, 2024
Joyce Ann Wills age 68 of Shaler Twp., passed away peacefully on Wednesday September 18, 2024. She was born on October 31, 1955 to Stan and Eleanor Popinski in Pittsburgh, PA. Her memory lives on through her husband John Wills, daughter Samantha (Peter) Biernesser, and son Johnny Wills. Her greatest joy was her granddaughter Aubrey Jade Wills. She was preceded...
Anthony "Tony" Castellano
Sep 16, 2024
Anthony “Tony” Castellano, age 85, of Shaler Twp., formerly of Maierato, Italy, passed away peacefully at home on Monday September 16, 2024. Beloved husband of 65 years to Jeanie Castellano; He was a loving and proud father and grandfather “Pappy”. Tony was a jack of all trades, a true Mr. Fix it, and a dedicated family man, especially to his...
Frederick William McClemens
Sep 13, 2024
Frederick William McClemens, age 68, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024, after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born on June 13, 1956 to Fred W. and Joy McClemens in Pittsburgh, PA. Fred never lost hope and none of his family or friends ever lost hope or Faith either. He was the oldest brother to Cathy (Ray)...
Scott Kakavis
Sep 12, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Scott Kakavis on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Age 56, born on April 14, 1968 in Glenshaw, PA. Scott will be deeply missed by his parents Nick and Betty Kakavis, his sister Susan (Michael) Powers, his nieces Alyssa and Julia Powers, his fiancé Candyce Rose, his good friend Tony Verzelli,...
Katherine Gaydos
Sep 12, 2024
Katherine “Katie” Gaydos, It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Katherine Gaydos, who left this world on September 12, 2024, in Pittsburgh, PA following a battle with cancer. Born on August 2, 1956, in Washington, PA, Katie’s life was a testament to the power of love, family, and the simple joys found in everyday moments. Katie,...
Mazie Marie Caldone
Sep 11, 2024
Mazie Marie Caldone, Age 28, of Etna, a beautiful, genuine and loving soul, lost her hard-fought battle with her demons on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Beloved daughter of Michael (Denise) Caldone and Regina (Mike from the farm) Viale; loving mum of Leo Sims-Ruhe and Jozie Rose Caldone; dear sister of Mikey (Tara Wolowiec) Caldone, Tristin (Sammy Hoffman) Viale, and longtime...
Richard A. Zimmerman
Sep 7, 2024
Richard A. Zimmerman, age 79, of Dorseyville PA on Saturday September 7, 2024. Father of Keith D. Zimmerman; brother of Ella Mae Connelly; beloved friend and caregiver, Cheryl Bash; son of the late Rosella and Albert Zimmerman. Rich was a U S Army veteran during the Vietnam Conflict, most of his career he worked as an auto body manager and...