All Obituaries

Sister Mary Damian (Grace) Waldron, a Pittsburgh Sister of Mercy for 76 years, died at the Convent of Mercy on November 6, 2019. Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., she was 101 years old. Daughter of John J. and Elizabeth (Herbst) Waldron, Sister Damian entered the Sisters of Mercy from St. James Parish, West End, Pittsburgh in 1943 and made final vows in 1949. Sister Damian earned a degree in sociology from Mount Mercy College (now Carlow University). She taught at Our Lady of Mercy Academy and St....

Petriga John Bernard, January 9, 1943 – November 2, 2019. John was employed at Duquesne University for 30 years. He was a hard worker known for being kind and loving. He loved nature and country music. He will be missed by all who knew him. John is survived by his son John Michael Petriga, Daughter in law Sylvia Petriga, Daughter Lisa Pearman, Grandchildren Nicholas and Alyssa Pearman, Brother Stephen Petriga and Sister in law Loretta Petriga. Friends will be received on Thursday from...

Gormley Robert Jr. 52, of Greenfield. Passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, October 22, 2019. Preceded in death by his parents Robert Sr. and Ethelrita “Peanuts” Gormley. Survived by his loving life partner Bonnie Hutchison. His son Robert “Bo” Gormley III. His loving siblings Ellie (Mike) Balego, Mary Jo “Mimi” Yelenic and Scott (Renee) Gormley. Bob is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Arrangements entrusted to the...

Vanselow, Ida "Tootie" (Murphy) On Tuesday October 15, 2019, age 93 of Greenfield. Beloved Wife of 68 years to the late William J. Vanselow. Loving Mother of Alida (Bill) Chornyak, Celeste Cherevka, Janine (Jim) Hanley and William J. (Susan) Vanselow Jr. Grandmother of Bob Cherevka, Cathleen Cherevka, Bill Vanselow III, Matt Chornyak, Jim (Emily) Hanley III, Kristen (Paul) Beatty, Erin (Marshall) Claycamp, Colleen (Bernie) Chmiel and Jessica Vanselow. Great Grandmother of Aiden,...

King Donna 70 formerly of Hazelwood. Passed after a long illness on Monday October 14, 2019. Preceded in death by her beloved Husband of 20 years Frank King Jr., and Brother Bill “Silk” Sullivan. Survived by her loving Daughter Sandy (Nick Bernick) King. Beloved Granddaughter Tori (Michael Cruse) Homza. And Grand dog Moe. She is also survived by numerous friends. Donna served the city/county loyally as a 911 dispatcher for 30 years. She was a proud Mother and Grandmother to her...

Wachowiak, Jerry 80, of Squirrel Hill. Passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, October 10, 2019. Preceded in death by his Parents Nuchym and Fajga Wachnachter and Daughter Elizabeth. Survived by his loving Wife of 55 years Maria Wachowiak. His loving Children Joanna (Bob) Owen and Robert (Beth) Wachowiak. Beloved Dziadzi of AJ (Sarah) Owen, Hailey and Emily Wachowiak. Siblings Wili (Tamara) and Fryda Wachnachter. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Jerry was born in...

Heberling, Mary Jane, 85 of Bethel Park formerly of Dormont. Passed Peacefully on Thursday, October 10, 2019. Preceded in death by her Parents Paul and Eleanor Heberling as well as two Brothers. She is survived by her Brother Dale (Lorraine) Heberling. Mary Jane will be greatly missed by her house mate with whom she lived with for many years. She will be remembered by the staff of Mainstay Life Services for her smile, happy personality and her willingness to give everyone hugs. Mary Jane...

Aggazio Albert “Al’ 88, of Greenfield. Passed on Friday, October 4, 2019. Preceded in death by his siblings Virgil, Frank, August and Theresa Sianto. Survived by his Nephew Frank, Nieces Donna Aggazio-Young and Connie Smeyres. Sister-in-law Mary V. Aggazio and Great Niece Mary E. Aggazio. Al is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Al served our country in the Army. He was a hard worker in life working as a track man for the Mon-Con Rail Road. Friends will be received on...

Weber William T. “Bill” 72, formerly of Greenfield. Passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Thursday October 3, 2019. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years Mary Jo Weber. His beloved children Lori and William L. Weber. Beloved Pap Pap of Elise and Shannon. Also survived by other friends and family. Friends will be received on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the Edward P. Kanai Funeral Home, 500 Greenfield Ave. 15207. Closing Prayers in the Funeral Home at 9:30 a.m. on...

Kirstein Joann 86, of Greenfield. Passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, October 1, 2019. Survived by her beloved husband of 66 years Charles Kirstein. Her loving daughters Kathleen (Maurice) Flynn and Kim (Thomas) Kirstein-Wholey. Granddaughters Anna and Kate Wholey, and Sister Mary Alice Stotlemyer. Friends will be received on Saturday, October 12, 2019 from 10-12 p.m. in the Edward P. Kanai Funeral Home, 500 Greenfield Ave. 15207. Followed by a service at 12 p.m. in the...