Obituaries

Anthony "Tony" Castellano

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Jean M. Flaherty

Jean M. Flaherty

Sep 1, 2024

Jean Martin Flaherty, age 43, passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024. Jean was the daughter of her surviving parents, Gene Ellen and Martin Patrick Flaherty; dear niece of Kathryn Flaherty, Rita Flaherty, Mary Eichner, Judith Flaherty, Vincent Flaherty, Peter Flaherty, Daniel Flaherty, Arthur Crivella, and Joseph Crivella. Jean was an artist and talented vocalist. She loved people and all...

Robert J. DeFazio

Robert J. DeFazio

Sep 1, 2024

Robert J. DeFazio age 63, of Glenshaw, passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024. Beloved son of the late Joseph and Aida (Pecci) DeFazio; loving brother of David J. DeFazio; dear uncle of Dianna (Tim) Knight, BethAnn (Tim) Hefner, Susan (Luke) DeFazio Vaughn, Rebecca DeFazio and great uncle of Lexie Knight, Joshua and Abigail Hefner, Jack David Vaughn, and Luca...

Charles "Buzz" Shane

Charles "Buzz" Shane

Aug 19, 2024

Charles “Buzz” Shane, 79, formerly of Etna/Shaler, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday August 19, 2024, at his home in Murrells Inlet, SC, with his family by his side. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA, and graduated from Etna High School in 1963 and Duquesne University in 1967. He earned his Master’s degree from USC. He married his high school...

Merle B. Beyerl

Merle B. Beyerl

Aug 15, 2024

Merle B. Beyerl Sr., 90, of Glenshaw PA, passed away peacefully on August 15th, 2024. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Merle was born in Glenshaw, PA and was a 1951 Graduate of Shaler High School and served in the US Navy aboard the battleship USS New Jersey. He was a Master...

Ann Geraldine Deet Lignoski Ruggerio

Ann Geraldine Deet Lignoski Ruggerio

Aug 13, 2024

Ann Geraldine Deet Lignoski Ruggerio, age 94, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Ann entered this world at the beginning of the Depression and was the 11th of 12 children to the late Frank and Josephine (Prindle) Deet. At the tender age of six, her mother passed away. Her eldest sister, Gwendolen Hill Enright assumed responsibility caring for Ann...

Juliet M. Murphy

Juliet M. Murphy

Aug 12, 2024

Juliet M. Murphy, age 76, of Regent Square unexpectedly on Monday August 12, 2024. Beloved partner of 16 years to Clarence Nickles; loving mother of Kathleen O’Friel (Aaron) Sisson; sister of Fred (Geraldine) Murphy. Julie was a Chatham College graduate and received her master’s from Carnegie Mellon. She enjoyed watching birds in her back yard, walking the neighborhood with her...

Cecilia A. Schreiber

Cecilia A. Schreiber

Aug 10, 2024

Cecilia A. (Kalka) Schreiber, age 85, of Shaler Twp., passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Paul W. Schreiber; loving mother of Les (Valerie) and Elaine (Walter “Hoody”) Hood; proud grandma of Erik (Kiera) Hood, Kelly (Dan) Hood, Lindsey (Jared) Schreiber, Paul (Tyler) Schreiber, Shawn Hood and Mary Schreiber; Dear great-grandma of Loretta and Kinsley;...

Lynn A. (Dzvonick) Rubino

Lynn A. (Dzvonick) Rubino

Aug 10, 2024

Lynn A. (Dzvonick) Rubino, age 69, of Glenshaw, on Saturday, August 10, 2024. Beloved wife of James Rubino; loving mother of Jamie A. Rubino and the late Nicole Ann Rubino; sister of Robert P. (Donna) Dzvonick, Steven J. (Kelly) Dzvonick, and Suzanne (Eric) Klous; daughter of the late Robert J. and Ann (Dawida) Dzvonick; also survived by many loving nieces,...

Rosalyn Christ

Rosalyn Christ

Aug 8, 2024

Rosalyn Christ, age 61, of O'Hara Twp., passed away after a brief but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer on Thursday, August 8, 2024. Beloved daughter of the late Carl H. and Kathleen Christ; loving sister of Laurann (Dave) Bleil, Marlene (Thom) Berncic, David (Judy) Christ and the late Carl (surviving Donna Capani); Proud aunt of Carl Michael, Brian, Cassandra, Michelle,...

Ruth S. Michaelson

Ruth S. Michaelson

Aug 5, 2024

Ruth S. Michaelson, age 82, of Etna PA on Monday August 5, 2024. Beloved daughter of the late Adolph and Susie Michaelson; dear sister of Edmund A. (Lois) Michaelson of Spring TX and the late Irene S. Michaelson and Edward J. Michaelson; aunt of E.J. (Correen) Michaelson of The Woodlands TX. A private funeral service and burial was held at...

Richard J. "Jim" Dick

Richard J. "Jim" Dick

Aug 5, 2024

Richard J. “Jim” Dick, age 89, of Shaler Twp., went home to be reunited with his beloved wife Joanne on August 5, 2024. Loving father of Shirley J. (Tom) Germaine; Proud grandfather and apple of his eye to Joni A. (Paul) Marsili; Dear great grandfather of Alyssa and Cooper. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM...

Dorothy May Hood

Dorothy May Hood

Aug 2, 2024

Dorothy May Hood, age 90, formerly of Hazelwood on Friday August 2, 2024. Wife of the late Franklin E. Hood; mother of Robert E. (Elizabeth) Hood and the late Ronald L. Hood; daughter of the late Selena and Ralph Schneider Sr; sister of the late Ralph and Larry Schneider; also survived by two grandchildren and four step-grandchildren. Visitation, service and...

Stella M. Politano

Stella M. Politano

Jul 25, 2024

Stella Politano age 56 of Glenshaw, PA left this world suddenly and unexpectedly on July 25th, 2024. Stella was preceded by her parents Olga and Antonio Politano. Stella dedicated her life to helping others, as she served as a registered nurse for 30 years. She spent time in several different fields of nursing but her heart was working with children...

Frank F. Matesic

Frank F. Matesic

Jul 22, 2024

Frank F. Matesic, age 92, of Shaler Twp., passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, July 22, 2024. Beloved husband of 62 years to Audrey (Borkovich) Matesic; loving father of Sandra (Mark) Kowalski and Michael (Stephanie) Matesic; cherished Pap Pap to his one and only granddaughter, Ashley (Chris) Matesic. Frank was an Army Veteran, he loved...