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MESSMORE MARY ANNE (MOORE) DIE...

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MESSMORE MARY ANNE (MOORE) Died peacefully with her family by her side on January 11, 2016, in Baltimore, Maryland. Born to William and Anne Moore in 1950, Mary grew up in Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania. She is survived by her husband, John; her son, Ike; and her daughter, Lindsey, all of Baltimore; and her brothers, Sam Moore of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, and Rod Moore of Boca Raton, Florida. Mary's life was most remarkable for the effect she had on the people around her. She brought light and laughter to every room she entered. A rock of comfort and support for anyone grieving or feeling lonely, Mary loved to laugh and make others laugh, play games, cook, and spend time with friends. She loved her dogs, the mountains, music, boating, reading, and traveling. But most of all, she loved her family. For those fortunate enough to have met her, Mary will be remembered as one of the warmest and most thoughtful people the world has known. Generous and welcoming, she opened her home to everyone-friends and strangers alike-who needed a home-cooked meal or a safe haven. She was fiercely loyal to and supportive of those close to her and kind to everyone she met. Mary's family takes comfort in the knowledge that her legacy lives on through the immeasurable impact she had on others. While the joy and laughter that her memories evoke pale in comparison to her radiant physical presence, they ensure that she will never be forgotten. It is Mary's family's hope that all who knew her will honor her memory by striving to treat others with the grace and kindness that she did. It was the size of Mary's heart that made the world a better place. A celebration of Mary's life will be held at 5 p.m. on Saturday, January 23, 2016, at Baltimore Country Club at Five Farms, 11500 Mays Chapel Road, Lutherville, MD 21093. All friends are welcome. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Mary's name to Dyslexia Tutoring Program (dyslexiatutoringprogram.org). As John Irving, one of Mary's favorite authors, once wrote: "It is hard work and great art to make life not so serious." In that respect, Mary was a tireless and masterful artist. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

PELESKY MABEL F. AGE 82, OF SO...

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PELESKY MABEL F. Age 82, of South Park, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on January 14, 2016. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 61 years, George Pelesky. Loving mother to George (Diane) Pelesky and Judy (Richard) Mudron; adored gramma of Justine (Joe), Jessie (Carl), Shane (Jamie), and Chad; devoted great-gramma of Ben, Blake, and Rylee Mae; sister of Helen, Sarah, Roger, Sharon and the late Alberta. Mabel enjoyed crocheting, camping, trips to the beach, but especially time with her family. She was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. Family and friends will be received on Monday from 2-9 p.m. the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. at the Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Ministries. Condolences may be left at: www.jeffersonmemorial.biz Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

PARROTT DORIS M. “DOE” (ENGELH...

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PARROTT DORIS M. “DOE” (ENGELHARDT) Age 81, of Reserve Twp., formerly of Spring Garden, on Thursday, January 14, 2016. Beloved wife of Malcolm Parrott; loving mother of Karen Parrott, Elaine Morton, James Parrott and the late Alan Parrott; dear grandmother of Kelly, Robert, Troy, Sean and Alyse; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family to receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. SUNDAY ONLY at the HUGHES FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1501 Lowrie St., Pgh., PA 15212-Troy Hill, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 10:30 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

DABNEY FLORENCE BEVERLY AGE 86...

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DABNEY FLORENCE BEVERLY Age 86, of Robinson Township, PA, passed away on January 11, 2016, and has gone to heaven. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Marshall Dabney, Jr.; and brother, Bill Clements. Survived by her children, Carolyn Dabney Bell and husband, Steve, Jim Dabney and wife, Sandy, Kathy Murphy and husband, Tom, Bob Dabney and wife, Marianne; loved by her six grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; brother, John Clements and his wife, JJ; Sandy Clements wife of late husband, Bill Clements; and her beloved dog, Happy. Family and friends will be received on SUNDAY from 1-4 p.m. at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 334 Forest Grove Road, Kennedy Township, where prayers will be offered MONDAY at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Trinity Church, Robinson Township at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Parish, 5718 Steubenville Pike, McKees Rocks, PA 15136. mcdermottfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GERLOWSKI MILDRED E. “MILLIE” ...

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GERLOWSKI MILDRED E. “MILLIE” On Thursday, January 14, 2016. Wife of the late Leonard Gerlowski; loving mother of Leonard (Jane), Tom (Mary), Dan (fiancée Mary Beth Collin) and David F. Gerlowski; sister of Helen Sowinski and Julia Pavlosky and the late Mary Triebsch and Lillian Kovach; proud grandmother of Lauren, Tommy (Christa), Pamela (fiancé Domenic DiPaolo), Jason (Kait), John (fiancee Kristen Gazzillo), Dan (fiancée Michelle Dwyer), Drew and Teddy Gerlowski, Kenny Ogle and the late Justin Ogle. Friends received Saturday 6-8 p.m. and Sunday 12-4 p.m. at the SZAFRANSKI - EBERLEIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 101 Third St., Carnegie. Mass of Christian Burial in All Saints P.N.C. Church on Monday at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the All Saints P.N.C. Building Fund, 500 Fifth St., Carnegie, PA 15106. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GROSSMAN BERNARD “BOB” ON THUR...

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GROSSMAN BERNARD “BOB” On Thursday, January 14, 2016. Beloved husband of Shirley Lotz Grossman; beloved father of Michele “Shelley” (Dan) Babuscio and Joan (Mark) Neitznick; grandfather of Bari Medgaus, Melanie Medgaus, Sarah Neitznick, Ryan (Mary Fuentes) Neitznick, Danielle Morgan and Justin (Jocelyn) Babuscio; great-grandfather of Jayda Medgaus and Rhys Morgan. "Bob" was born September 23, 1921, in Brooklyn, New York and was married to Shirley for 72 years. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Ever the center of attention, Bob's brilliant blue eyes, quick wit and larger than life presence served him well in his long career as a chemical sales representative. Bob was not only a lover of sports, but was also a great athlete whose talents ran the gamut from baseball to ping pong. Despite being born and bred a true New Yorker, Bob came to love his adopted city of Pittsburgh, embracing its pugilistic history and his favorite sports team, the Steelers. Gregarious aptly describes a man who was loved by all who knew him, especially his family, a true mensch who will surely be missed. Graveside Services and Interment will be held on Sunday, January 17, 2016, at 1 p.m. at Betty Rosenberg/Parkway Jewish Center Cemetery, Negley Road (Wilkins Township) Churchill, PA 15235. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC.,family owned and operated. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

KILLEN ALBERT JOSEPH, SR. AGE ...

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KILLEN ALBERT JOSEPH, Sr. Age 79, of Crafton, peacefully on Thursday, January 14, 2016. Beloved husband of 56 wonderful years of marriage to Shirley (Evans) Killen; loving father of Albert (Jody), Ronald (Amanda), Cathy (Michael) Weber, Michael (Miranda), Terri (John) Relihan, Daniel (Lori), Brian (Carla), Dana; grandfather of Melinda, Jackie, Andrew, Lindsay, Jonathan, Patrick, Allison, Mariah, Sydney, Audra, Shannon, Jillian, Ireland, Chase, Zach and Addison; great-grandfather of Jay, Jace, Haylee and Isaiah; dear brother of Michael (Georgia), Florence (Frank) Krummenacker, August (Laurie) and the late Loretta (George) Bechler; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at the SCHEPNER - McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, 165 Noble Ave., Crafton on Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Monday in St. Philip Catholic Church. Entombment in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. schepnermcdermott.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SCHULER MARCUS AGE 93, OF FRAN...

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SCHULER MARCUS Age 93, of Franklin Park, passed away on Friday, January 15, 2016. He was the beloved husband of the late Betty Jane (Fletcher) Schuler; loving father of Lynn (Herman) DeMao, Mark Schuler and Paula (Bob) Johannes. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Michael, Michelle, Lindsay and Ross. Marcus was a proud veteran of the Unites States Navy, having served in WWII. Friends will be received Sunday from 12-4 p.m. in the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1032 Perry Hwy., Ross Twp., 412-364-4444. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 10 a.m. in the St. John Neumann Church, where Marcus was a longtime member. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, www.michaeljfox.org. Condolences may be offered at: brandtfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GORDON KENNETH W. ON THURSDAY,...

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GORDON KENNETH W. On Thursday, January 14, 2016. Beloved husband of Barbara Akselrad Gordon and the late Elaine Kramer Gordon; beloved father of Pamela (Albert) Glaser, Jr. of Wilkinsburg and Ellen Deedee (Joe) Hays of Nicholasville, KY. Also survived by Charles (Jen) and Mark (Nellie) Dinovitz and Papa to Racquel, Pearce and Sophie. Brother of Marilyn Sobel of Los Angeles, CA. Mr. Gordon was a veteran of the United States 8th Air Force in WWII. He owned and operated Bloomfield Hardware for 47 years and was an avid golfer, bowler and dog lover. Services and interment PRIVATE. Contributions may be made to American Parkinson Disease Association, 490 E. North Ave., Suite 500, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 or Western Pennsylvania Humane Society, 1101 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., family owned and operated. www.schugar.com. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

DIETERLE ROBERT E. “DEACON” AG...

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DIETERLE ROBERT E. “DEACON” Age 79, on Thursday, January 14, 2016, of Mt. Lebanon, formerly of the South Side. Member of Typographical Local #7 and retired from the Pittsburgh Press after 39 years as a printer. Beloved father of Eric R. Dieterle; son of the late Alfred B. and Barbara (Raab) Dieterle, Sr.; brother of the late Margaret Hoffman, Alfred B. Dieterle, Jr., Wilbert J. (Elvira) Dieterle, Sr., Donald G. Dieterle, Sr. and Barbara Froehlich; survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Friends received Sunday 1-6 p.m. at the READSHAW FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Michael Cemetery. Send condolences to: readshawfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

SCHLEIFER AMELIA J. “MILLIE” A...

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SCHLEIFER AMELIA J. “MILLIE” Age 89, of East McKeesport, died Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016. Amelia was born June 30, 1926, in Yukon, the daughter of the late Adolph and the late Anna Fabian Filicky. Millie was devoted to her family, loved dancing and was a longtime member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church. She is survived by her husband, Charles "Chas" Schleifer; two sons, Chuck Schleifer, of East McKeesport, and Gary (Kathleen) Schleifer, of Navarre, Ohio; four daughters, Donna (Bob) Ferrainolo, of East McKeesport, Carole Simile (friend, Chet Joseph), of New Stanton, Mariann (Mick) Rosenbayger, of East McKeesport, and Lynne Marie (Gery) Rosenbayger, of North Versailles; also 15 grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION & MORTUARY SERVICES, INC., (Sue Striffler Galaski, supervisor), 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Robert Bellarmine Church with the Rev. John Brennan, officiating. Interment will follow. Remembrances may be made in Amelia's name to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., Seventh Floor, New York, NY 10001. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

YOUNG YVONNE R. AGE 58, FORMER...

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YOUNG YVONNE R. Age 58, formerly of Homestead, passed away on Monday, January 4, 2016, at UPMC Shadyside. She leaves to cherish her memory daughter, Michelle Young; ten grandchildren; sister, Charlene Hester; and a host of other relatives and good friends too numerous to mention. Memorial services are at 3 p.m. Sunday, January 17, 2016, at Morning Star Baptist Church, 812 Oak St., West Mifflin. tuniefuneralhomeinc.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HUSSEY MICHAEL “JAY” AGE 59, O...

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HUSSEY MICHAEL “JAY” Age 59, of Dormont, passed away Monday, January 11, 2016, peacefully in his sleep, after a valiant battle with lung cancer. Our beloved brother was a good, intelligent, strong, sweet soul. Jay always had time to lend a helping hand day or night for family or friends. He had a knack to solve problems and fix things like new. Jay grew up in Mt. Lebanon and graduated high school 1974. For several years he worked in steel mills and power plants. Afterwards, he perfected his trade, an exceptional professional painter for both commercial and residential. He always looked forward to his yearly 2-3 week camping vacation at Saranac Lake, in the Adirondacks, NY. That vacation recharged Jay for the coming work-again year ahead. He enjoyed life, poker games with his friends and would have been happy making his home in the Adirondacks. Jay was predeceased by both of our parents, Carlyle J. and Anne M. Hussey. He is survived by four siblings, Greg Hussey, Gary (Karen) Hussey, Carla (Peter) VanBuskirk and Cathy Hussey. Also survived by his nephew, Christopher Hussey; three nieces, Rachelle (Jason) Downey, Kristen (John) Sherman and Tiffany VanBuskirk. You will be greatly missed, for that we are saddened, which is eased only slightly that you are no longer suffering. Please make donations to cancer research of your choice. Arrangements by BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL, INC. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

ZIMMER ELEANOR "POOKIE" LUBIN ...

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ZIMMER ELEANOR "POOKIE" LUBIN In the early hours of January 2, 2016, on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, Eleanor departed this world with dignity and grace at the age of 86. She was the beloved wife of the late Ronald C. Zimmer; loving mother of David H. (formerly Sherry) Zimmer. Many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends also survive her, all of whom were loved by "Aunt Pookie." The love she and Ronald shared for cats was legendary. So a very special thanks to the countless furry "little people" along the way who surrounded her in living and dying and brought immeasurable solace, happiness and love to her. A sincere thank you to Gregory DeMatteo whom she considered as being her "second" son, as well as Ross, Brenda, Ron and Corinna for their loving care and attention in her final years, months and days. A special thank you to British Columbia Palliative Care for support second to none in Mum's final days. At Eleanor's request, a private graveside ceremony was held on January 15, 2016. Notes of condolence may be sent to post-gazette.com/gb. Memorial contributions accepted at "Animal Friends", 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., family owned and operated. www.schugar.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

HULCHA PHILIP A. AGE 86, OF RO...

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HULCHA PHILIP A. Age 86, of Ross Twp., born on October 16, 1929, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, January 13, 2016. Beloved husband of Janet Kaelin Hulcha; also survived by three stepdaughters, Catherine (Jeffrey) Peretic, Beth (Carl) Vuono, and Julie Gottselig; six step-grandchildren; sister, Helen Scholler; many nieces and nephews; son of the late Justine and Stephan Hulcha; husband of the late Loraine; brother of the late Steve, Walter, Joe, George, Mary Jane Hulcha and Anne Walcer. Phil was employed by the United States Postal Service and served in the Air Force during the Korean War. Visitation Sunday, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. at the DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Teresa of Avila Church Monday at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Father Scott Seethaler at TASH, Inc., 9448 Babcock Blvd., Allison Park, PA 15101 or Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

TYSON CECILIA AGE 79, OF CINCI...

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TYSON CECILIA Age 79, of Cincinnati, OH, on Wednesday, January 13, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Ken; loving mother of Cecilia M. (Frank) Yurchey; stepmother of Keith (Lori) Tyson; grandmother of David Hayward, Sabrina Adams, Ashley, Kenneth Tyson; great-grandmother of Kelsey and Marisa Hayward; sister of Angelica; and aunt of six nieces and nephews. Cecilia was an avid gardener, accomplished pianist, an artist using watercolors and very involved in the church. Friends welcome Monday 2-6:30 p.m. FREYVOGEL - SLATER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, (412-835-1860), across from Macy's South Hills Village. Service to follow in the funeral home with Mr. Joseph Carletti officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses of Bethel Park, 5822 Irishtown Rd., Bethel Park 15102 or Parkinson's Foundation of Western PA, 575 Lincoln Ave., Bellevue, PA 15202. www.slaterfuneral.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

CAMPBELL BARBARA H. AGE 90, OF...

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CAMPBELL BARBARA H. Age 90, of the Hill District, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2016. Mother of Clifford Bey and Waldren Jones; sister of the late Beverly Evans Hunt, Jr. (Artris “Honey”) and Alfred Lloyd Hunt, Sr. (surviving Martha); grandmother of Cherise Campbell and Maurice Campbell; also survived by 11 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation on Monday, Jan. 18, 2016, from 4-8 p.m. at the SAMUEL J. JONES FUNERAL HOME, 2644 Wylie Ave. Funeral Service on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016, at 11 a.m. at Central Baptist Church, 2200 Wylie Ave., Pgh., PA 15219. Interment Highwood Cemetery. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

STEIMER DOLORES KATHERINE (GRU...

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STEIMER DOLORES KATHERINE (GRUBER) Age 87, wife of 56 years to her beloved late husband, Robert G. Steimer. Survived by their beloved son, Jeffrey and wife, Lee Ann; beloved grandchildren, Jacob and Liza (William) Bohmer; and great- grandchildren, Troy, Madeline and Kyla Bohmer; daughter of the late Louis and Mary Katherine (Mihalie) Gruber; sister of deceased brother, Louis Andrew Gruber. She graduated from St. Peter's High School in McKeesport, she was a member of Resurrection Church in West Mifflin and was also a member of their Marian Guild. Family and friends will be received at the SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, 10 a.m. at Resurrection Church, West Mifflin. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park. www.swgfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

GIRTS MARY ALICE SPELLMIRE AGE...

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GIRTS MARY ALICE SPELLMIRE Age 95, of Pittsburgh, on January 10, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Robert Eugene Girts, Sr.; cherished mother of Robert Eugene (Christine) Girts, Jr. of Pittsburgh, PA, and Michelle (Darrel) Girts VanCoevering of Vancouver, WA; sister of the late Marion Robertson Culp and the late Gertrude S. Gealy; sister-in-law to the late Betty Lou Dell. She is survived by her nieces, Alice G. Morigi, Sherry G. Brown, Susan R. Cunnold, and Susannah Dell; her nephews, Smith W. Gealy, Jr., Edgar Robertson, and Timothy T. Dell; her grandchildren, Michael A. Girts, Jill V. (Daniel) Haneckow, and Craig C. VanCoevering; and one great-grandchild, Ian A. Haneckow. Mary Alice was preceded in death by her parents, Walter B. and Alice Allen Spellmire. Mary Alice graduated from Taylor Allderdice High School and attended Pennsylvania College for Women (now Chatham University). She also received a certificate from Mrs. Pinkerton's Secretarial School, which served her well in jobs with Aluminum Company of America (Alcoa) and Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company. On December 12, 1942, Mary Alice and Robert were married. Mary Alice followed her husband during basic training to Virginia, working at jobs on the army base and then at the South Seas Plantation Shop in Washington, D.C. She subsequently moved back to live with her parents until Bob returned from the European Front in 1945, when Mary Alice began her life as a devoted mother and homemaker. Mary Alice served on the Board of Directors of the Florence Crittenton Home in Pittsburgh and was active in the Symphony Silhouettes, a fundraising association for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. She was a member of Beulah Presbyterian Church. In the 1990s, Mary Alice and Bob both retired to Naples, FL where they built a home together, enjoying the Naples community while entertaining friends and family. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Inurnment private. Memorial service to follow at a later date. The family requests that donations be made to the Chatham University Office of Advancement at Woodland Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15232 in the name of Mary Alice Girts. Please add or view tributes at: www.beinhauer.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb

ACQUARO MIKE IN LOVING MEMORY ...

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ACQUARO MIKE In loving memory of our father, a special man. Sadly missed and never forgotten by his family and all who loved him.
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