The Obituary Section

David Burkey

, Pennsylvania

David James Burkey of Pitcairn peacefully passed on Monday May 11 2026 at the age of 67. David was the loving father of Courtinay Alex Delleville Michael Kimberly Burkey Joseph Burkey and David Burkey Jr. proud grandfather of 8. He was preceded in passing by his wife Lynn Higgins Burkey mother Carolynn Burkey and grandparents Courtinay Thomas and Paul Burkey. David was a devoted husband and loving father whose heart and humor touched everyone around him. He loved cooking for family and friends filling the kitchen with delicious meals and laughter and could always be found enjoying a game of pool. Above all he cherished his family offering love guidance and encouragement leaving a lasting impact on the lives of his children and all who knew him. He was so loved and will be missed dearly. Per Davids wishes all services will be private. He would be laid to rest…

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Catherine Dizinno Holden

, Pennsylvania

Beloved wife of 42 years to the late Joseph W. Holden Sr. loving mother of Janet Edward Schuster Linda "Winnie" James Perich Carol James Laurent Gloria William McAnulty Joseph W. Arlene Holden Jr. Catherine "Cathy" Kerec Donna Holden and Donnas son Joshua Holden whom Catherine helped care for devoted Grandma of Scott Jessica Sean Nicholas Julie Debbie Cathy Jimmy Carly Leah Adam Heather Jennifer Stacy Dana Michael Matthew and Alicia proud Gigi of 29 and greatgreat Grandma of two daughter of the late Michael Archangelo and Carmellia Rose Uccellino DiZinno sister of Ronald DiZinno and preceded by six other siblings. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home 4128814100 4201 Brownsville Road Brentwood 15227 on Friday May 15 2026 from 28 p.m. Funeral prayer on Saturday at 945 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in Blessed Trinity Parish St. Albert the…

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Tina M. Cherwinko Brand

, Pennsylvania

httpswww.upmc.comserviceshomehealthcarehospicelocationssouthwestpafamilyhospicewestsupportingpatientsfamiliesutmsourcevanityurlutmmediumofflineutmcontentfamilyhospicedonateutmcampaignfamilyhospicedonate Wife of Mark Brand loving mother of Carrie Brand proud Mimi of Madison and Matthew Jr. Lohner daughter of the late Stephen and Dorothy Suchy Cherwinko sister of Stephen the late Tish Cherwinko Laura Don Hanula and Barbara Cherwinko. Also survived by many nieces nephews and beloved neighbors. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home Inc. 4128814100 4201 Brownsville Road Brentwood 15227 on Sunday May 17 2026 from 27 p.m. where a funeral service will be held on Monday morning at 1000. In lieu of flowers family suggests contributions to Family Hospice Foundation 700 Bower Hill Road Suite 1405 Pittsburgh PA 15243 or A lifetime of happy memories Ill cherish and replay. Guide and guard us all Tina until we meet again . My Deepest sympathy to one and all. All our Love Support. Dear Tina I am heartbroken you are gone. Our 32 years…

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Mary Lou Terreri

, Pennsylvania

Beloved wife of 40 years to John J. Terreri loving mother of Karen Thomas Lear Kimberly Michelle Wood Schneider Dawn Michael Stamm and Johnny Carina Iannarelli Terreri caring stepmother of Ellen Jack Micenko and Peggy Eric Prosseda adoring Lou Lou of Alyssa Megan Madison Mason Caylyn Michael Maddox Olivia Caroline Dante Julian Roman Luca Nina and Stella daughter of the late Robert and Catherine Schneider sister of Bernard Eileen Schneider Joseph Doug Caldwell Schneider and the late Margaret Piso Robert Schneider and John "Jack" Schneider. Also survived by several loving nieces and nephews. Being a mother and grandmother was Mary Lous true passion and purpose in life. She was a pioneer as a woman in the automotive parts industry as President Owner and Operator of U.S. of A. Inc. She will be deeply missed and carried in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Friends will be received…

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Glenda Schaum

, Pennsylvania

Loving mother of Lisa Rene Schaum Melissa Ann Schaum and Dori Lynn Capretti beloved grandma of Neva Rose Capretti cherished sister of the late Norma Faye "Bootsie" Snow Sinor and Ed Wayne Barbara Black Sinor. Also survived by nieces nephews cousins and friends. With heavy hearts we celebrate the beautiful life of Glenda a devoted mother loving grandmother cherished friend and a woman whose life was filled with music laughter and love. Glenda found joy in lifes simple and meaningful moments spending time with her three daughters walking along the beach collecting seashells dancing the shag with her younger brother Ed in North Myrtle Beach and harmonizing songs beside her older sister Bootsie as she played the piano by ear. Music was the soundtrack of Glendas life. Whether hosting joyful singalongs wherever a piano could be found decorating cookies with the children she cared for preparing her famous homemade Southern…

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Susan E. Lazar

, Pennsylvania

Susan Elizabeth Lazar Valentine passed away peacefully on May 8 2026 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was 79 years old. Born on January 22 1947 in Baldwin PA Susan lived a life marked by quiet strength kindness and deep devotion to the people she loved. She was predeceased by her beloved husband John Lazar her parents Leonard and Elizabeth Libby Valentine and her brothers Richard and David Valentine. Susan leaves behind her loving family including her sisterinlaw Patricia Lazar of Woburn MA her nephew Kevin Dougherty and his wife Beth of Philadelphia PA her nieces Coleen McAdam and her husband Scott of Marblehead MA and Kelly Dougherty of South Burlington VT and her greatnieces and greatnephews Cara and Emily McAdam Jonah Sayler and Matthew Dougherty. Susan will be remembered for her courage warmth resilience and her dedication to her beloved Pittsburgh Steelers. Friends will be received…

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Theresa L. Franklin Loeffert

, Pennsylvania

Beloved wife of the late Wayne R. Loeffert proud mom of Matthew A. Loeffert loving Nana of Morgan Jack and Jase greatgrandmother of Mason and Xavier cherished sister of Denise Joe Krzyzanowski Kris ONeill Laurie Franklin and the late B.J. Franklin Kathy Krupa and Barbara Zinn. Also survived by inlaws nieces nephews cousins and friends. As per Terrys wishes visitations were held lovingly and privately. A celebration of life will be planned for a future date. Arrangements were handled by the John F. Slater Funeral Home Inc. 4128814100 4201 Brownsville Road Brentwood 15227. I cant help but think Aunt Terri picked out this picture. Perfect cut color gorgeous green eyes. What a beautiful lady inside and out. I hope there was a big homecoming in Heaven this morning. I pray Uncle Wayne and my Dad were right there when she arrived. I can hear her sweet voice speaking to them…

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Kevin Kvocka

, Pennsylvania

Surrounded by his loving family Kevin Kvocka age 66 of Finleyville passed away peacefully on May 13 2026. Kevin was a quiet man with a quirky sense of humor. He enjoyed gabbing with his buddies and always had a good story to My name is Denise Brown. I called Kevin kevvy Kev. He called me pinky. It was a pleasure to work with him. Such a nice man who will truly be missed. Fly high kevvy Kev Im so sorry to hear of Kevin passing. His mother Aunt Fran was like a grandmother to me and I have many childhood memories of Kevin at her house and also at my Grandma Paps Louise Sepp house. I hope your familys tears turn to smiles sooner than you might expect when you are remembering Kevin. Thinking of you all.

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Albert Weil

, Pennsylvania

Albert Charles "AlAbby" Weil passed peacefully on May 16 2026 in his lifelong town of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Born August 3 1932 to Stella and Albert Weil he grew up with his younger sister Donice Cheroki and carried thr

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Rosemarie Louise Kling

, Pennsylvania

Rosemarie Kling age 74 of West Mifflin passed away peacefully on May 17 2026. Rose was born on February 4 1952 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of Magnus and Anna Pauley. Rose was a devoted wife mother an

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Donna Stineman

, Pennsylvania

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Donna Stineman age 80 of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania on May 13 2026. Born on September 19 1945 Donna led a life characterized by her kindness. She was a graduate of Taylor A

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Kimberly Ann Trevino

, Pennsylvania

Kimberly Ann Trevino of Elizabeth PA passed away peacefully on May 15 2026 surrounded by her girls. She was 66 years old. Born on August 27 1959 she was the daughter of the late Mary Lou Hammock. To her five daughters she

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Iii Isaac Kitchen

, Pennsylvania

May 7, 2026

Isaac Ike Isom Kitchen III 62 passed away on May 8 2026 after a brief illness. Born on June 7 1963 he grew up in Baltimore Maryland before eventually settling in Sarver Pennsylvania where he built a life rooted in family and the outdoors. Ike proudly served his country in the U.S. Army Combat Engineers from 1983 to 1992 and served during Operation Desert Storm. This was a period of service that shaped who he was as a person. After completing his military career Ike held a variety of jobs with his last position as a truck driver at Central Transport. He is survived by his wife Jennifer Florentine Kitchen his children Isaac Kitchen IV Elizabeth Kitchen of Sarver PA Ashley Kitchen Hadel Steve of Florida and Steven Kitchen Brittany of Maryland his sisters Donna Hiltner Deborah Hood and Ella Edge his grandchildren Sophia Savannah Sadie Hannah and Hailey. Ike…

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Edward Mangold

, Pennsylvania

Edward Eddie was born in Pittsburgh PA and raised in Spring Hill. He attended North Catholic High School and was drafted into the Army immediately upon graduation. A proud veteran of the Cold War he served on the front lines of history guarding the Berlin Wall. This early dedication to his country set the stage for a life defined by service technical mastery and a legendary ability to connect with others through storytelling. Known as the best and most animated storyteller one could meet he had a rare gift of bringing history and personal experiences to life. His love for reading and music fueled a sharp mind and a captivating personality that could command any room. He possessed a deep appreciation for mechanical beauty spending countless hours restoring old cars to their former glory and building a specialized collection of antique firearms. As an avid outdoorsman he loved fishing boating…

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Dorothy Smith

, Pennsylvania

Dorothy J. Romack Smith 97 of Fawn Township died Monday May 11 2026 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital Pittsburgh after a fall at her home. She was born June 19 1928 in Greensburg to the late Harry J. and Rose Mauer Romack Sr. Dorothy grew up in Curtisville West Deer. She has lived in Fawn for the past 50 years. Dorothy worked for PPG Glass and Liberty Glass for over 22 years as a glass cutter. She enjoyed reading word search watching wildlife in her yard shopping and time with her family. Survivors include her brother Harry J. Romack Jr. of Curtisville and her sister Rosanne French of Lower Burrell as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband James J. Smith in 2013 her brother Thomas Romack and her sisters Joyce DeVando Ann Pazak Catherine Sabatini Evelyn Smith Agnes Gaspero Mary…

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Marilyn Jursa

, Pennsylvania

April 22, 2026

Marilyn Dovey Lewetag Jursa 93 of Clinton Township died April 23 2026 at her home. She was born September 1 1932 in Homestead to the late Harry and Frances Bowden Dovey. She grew up in Homestead moving to Clinton Township in her early teens graduating from Winfield High School in 1950. She married her first husband Albert Lewetag and after his early death on September 6 1956 in a coal mining accident she moved back to Clinton Township. A few years later she met her second husband Stephen J.D. Jursa enjoying a 53year marriage until his passing in 2015. She was of Presbyterian faith. She was an accomplished bowler bowling in several traveling leagues she enjoyed spending time at their cottage in Pymatuning gardening cooking attending her grandchildrens events especially Grandma Day singing happy birthday to all who she called on their birthday and watching the Steelers. Survived by her…

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Peter Torley

, Pennsylvania

Age 68 of Mount Washington and originally from the South Side surrounded by loving family on Tuesday evening May 12 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. Companion of Cathy Chase devoted father of Rebecca TJ Cooper Jamie Justin Horner and Peter PJ Jennifer Torley proud grandfather of Zachery Tanner Rylee Shaylynn Sidney Victoria Lucas and Lian stepgrandfather of Judy brother of Elaine Michael Kelly Janice the late David Miller and the late Roseann Seifert also survived by the mother of his children Kathy Torley nieces nephews aunts uncles and cousins. Peter was a union welder previously with Highland Tank in Somerset Pennsylvania and had also worked in Arizona. He was an avid sports fan and a musician. At age 7 Peter learned how to play the Accordion which became his true passion entertaining for family friends and seniors for all occasions. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in…

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Joan Keadle

, Pennsylvania

JoAn Wilson Keadle passed away peacefully at Hemsley House of Upper St. Clair on Saturday May 9 2026. She was born in Morgantown West Virginia in 1929 beloved only daughter of Judge Minter Lowther Wilson and Mary Mildred Friend Wilson and muchloved sister to her three brothers Minter Mike and Tommy. JoAn attended West Virginia University and met her future husband George Keadle on their very first day. While at college JoAn worked with the Veterans Administration. After college she worked for the Navy Department in Washington D.C. and later as a flight attendant for Capital Airlines. JoAn and George married in 1953 and shared fiftyone years together. While living in Huntington West Virginia JoAn helped form the docent program for the Huntington Museum of Art. JoAn and George settled in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania in 1967 where they raised their children Chris and Jennifer in Mt. Lebanon. JoAn built a life…

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Reginald Tate

, Pennsylvania

Originally from Mattoon Illinois Reginald Reg Tate a lifelong resident of Mt. Lebanon Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on May 17 2026 at the age of 96. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 70 years Lillian Fleckenstein Tate and his son Stephen. He is survived by his children David Lynn Tate Carolyn Michael Lang Robert Lynda Tate Laura Mark McLaughlin Paul Ginna Tate Ann Thomas Tuchnowski and Christine Michael Hoffman his youngest brother Richard DianaTate of Chesterfield Missouri sisterinlaw JoAnn Tate sisterinlaw Lois Dupre Shuster and many cherished nieces and nephews. Reg was also the proud grandfather of 17 grandchildren and 26 greatgrandchildren. He took immense pride in their accomplishments and was never shy about sharing their successes with others. Reg was a man of quiet faith selfless conviction strong character and unwavering resilience. Hardworking dependable kind and generous he touched the lives of countless family members…

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William "Chief" Upcraft Jr.

, Pennsylvania

William "Chief" Upcraft Jr. death notice and obituary, Tuesday May 12, 2026. Laughlin Cremation and Funeral Tributes, Inc. Pittsburgh, PA 15216

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Mary Mcgreevy

, Pennsylvania

Age 87 of Dormont on Wednesday May 13 2026. Born on January 10 1939 in Baltimore MD to Robert G. and Amanda Milby Wildberger Sr. wife of the late Donald D. McGreevy Sr beloved mother of Donald D. McGreevy Jr. Sister of Robert G. Maxine Wildberger Jr. sister in law of Patty Matter aunt of David G. Maxine Wildberger Jr. Lori Bill Harris Mary Jeff Feldbaum and Robert Jill Matter Jr. Mary Jane worked for several dairies worked as Secretary at St. Marks Lutheran Church in Brookline and her final job was as a cashier at Walmart in Bethel Park. She was kind generous and always made time for people. Mary Jane was also a Sunday School Teacher for 35 years at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church in Dormont and was an active member at the Mt. Lebanon Trading Post. In her early years Mary Jane won cooking and sewing awards…

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Noreen Henderson

, Pennsylvania

Noreen E. Wallace Henderson in her 100th year of Beechview passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Monday May 11 2026. Beloved wife of the late William T. Henderson loving mother of Noreen Robert Jones Denise Joseph Augello Gayle Henderson Terry Christine Henderson Brian Dawn Henderson and the late William Lisastill surviving Henderson cherished grandmother of Meghan Patrick Annette TJ Liz Billy and Katie adored greatgrandmother of Trinity Novena Grace Dino Gabrielle Ryan Declan Conor Olivia Violet Evelyn Lily Aurora Roman Rocco and Santina greatgreatgrandmother of Jacobie William and Giovanni sister of the late Mary Gust and Peter Wallace. As per Noreens wishes services are being held privately for the family. Arrangements are entrusted to

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Genevieve Funaro

, Pennsylvania

Age 95 of Beechview passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday May 16 2026. Beloved wife of the late William G. Funaro Jr. Loving mother of Deborah RileyMagnus William Mary Joan Funaro Michael Kathleen Funaro Susan David Price and David Funaro. Grandmother of Eric Riley Neil Tiffany Buckley Alexis Funaro Abigail Bobby BednarWalters Sarah Walters and Matthew Funaro. Greatgrandmother of Jared Riley Michael Riley James Riley Aria Sholl Addie Buckley Neal Buckley Jr. Elise Sholl Memphis Buckley and Kade Buckley. Greatgreatgrandmother of Winslow Alexander Riley. Genevieve was a beautiful loving and creative woman who made hundreds of wedding cakes and thousands of cookies for friends and family over the years. An avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Penguins fan she enjoyed family gatherings and loved to travel especially to the beach. A warm light of kindness and joy has gone out that will be dearly missed but fondly…

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Laiken Hughes

, Pennsylvania

Age 34 of Troy Hill passed away on Wednesday May 13 2026 surrounded by the love of her family after a long and difficult battle with complications related to addiction. She fought hard for 14 years facing struggles that many could never fully understand. While addiction was a lifelong battle she carried it is important to her family that people know addiction is not what took her life. She did not pass from an overdose but from devastating medical complications that followed years of suffering. Laiken is the loving daughter of Jill A. Pavlik Hughes and Shawn M. Hughes dear sister of Ronnie Hughes Morgan Hughes fiance Brandon Bauer and Matthew Hughes beloved granddaughter of Marylou Pavlik and the late David J. Pavlik and Shirley Hughes and the late Robert D. Hughes she is also survived by many loving aunts uncles cousins and friends. Family and friends will be received…

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Charles Carroll Jr

, Pennsylvania

After 75 years Corporal Charles L. Carroll Jr. Buddy is coming home. He was born on October 14 1932 to Charles L. Carroll Sr. and Louise A. Mazza he had an older sister the late Valerie A. Gray Robert of Shaler Township and Edinboro PA. Survivors include one niece Liana L. Gray of Edinboro and cousins John Mazza of Cranberry Twp PA and Thomas Mazza of Mobile AL. Rather than finish high school during the Autumn of 1949 Buddy enlisted in the Army serving in B Company 1st Battalion 32nd Infantry Regiment 7th Infantry Division. He was eventually sent to Korea. Buddy was a casualty of the retreat from the Chosin Reservoir. On December 2nd 1950 he was killed and his body was left behind as the UN forces could only bring out the walking wounded. He was listed as Missing in Action although by a curious set of circumstances…

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Roberta Neal

, Pennsylvania

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Jr Richard Conley

, Pennsylvania

Richard J. Conley Jr. age 59 of Mercer formerly of Sheraden passed away peacefully on Friday May 15 2026. Beloved son of Linda Staskowicz Conley loving brother of Ronald and Robert Conley nephew of John Sharon Staskowicz Susan Staskowicz and Ed Barker and David Patty Staskowicz. He is also survived by many cousins and second cousins as well as his beloved dog and faithful companion Marley. Rich was preceded in death by his father Richard J. Conley Sr. his uncles Father Martin Conley and Raymond Conley. Rich attended Holy Innocents Grade School and Langley High School. He will be remembered for his kindness and gentle spirit. He was the owner of Richs Cleaning Services in Jamestown PA.

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Clare Ratway

, Pennsylvania

Age 76 formerly of Mt. Washington passed away peacefully on Friday May 15 2026. Beloved daughter of the late Michael and Bernice Ratway. Dear sister of Nellie Spencer Mary Beth Zimmerman her favorite brother Michael Ratway and the late Michele Cummings. Many loving nieces and nephews and greatnieces and nephews. Friends received on Sunday from 26 PM at Thomas J. Gmiter Funeral Home 2323 E. Carson St. where a Prayer Service will be held Sunday at 600 PM. Interment private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh at

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Barbara Godesky

, Pennsylvania

Barbara A. Barb Godesky age 87 passed away peacefully on May 17 2026 surrounded by the love of her family. She is now reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband John W. Godesky her parents Pearl and Frank Fallert and her siblings Marylou Ronald and Sandra. Barb was a devoted and loving mother to James Patti John Diane Thomas Barbara Wayne and Debra Michael DeNardo. She was also a proud Gram to eight grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren each of whom held a very special place in her heart. She is survived by her brother Robert Linda Fallert as well as many nieces nephews cousins and lifelong friends who will miss her dearly. Barbs life centered around the people she loved. She was the one her family could always count on for comfort support encouragement and unconditional love. She found joy in simply being together whether during holidays family dinners phone…

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Arthur B Rowe

, Pennsylvania

Arthur B Rowe,85, passed away Saturday May 16, 2026 in UPMC-Passavant.Born in Newark, NJ, he lived in Pittsburgh his entire life.Arthur was employed by Pittsburg Plate and Glass (PPG) for over 33 years before retiring in 1999.He was a Veteran of the US Navy.He was predeceased by his beloved wife Elaine (Miller) Rowe in February 2026.Surviving is his son Donald Rowe and his wife Amanda.Visiting will be held on Tuesday May 26, 2026 from 5-8PM at Sperling Funeral and Cremation Care 700 Blazier Dr Wexford, PA 15090 Services will be held on Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM in the funeral home and burial will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.In lieu of flowers donations may be made in the memory of Arthur B Rowe to UPMC Family Hospice 700 Bower Hill Road Suite 1405 Pittsburgh, PA or to the charity of your choice.

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