Obituaries

Of Forest Hills, age 94, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 4, 2020. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband William, her son John, her brother Jack, and parents Albert and Anna Groth. She is survived by her daughter Ann Bliss (Ralph) of Pittsburgh and son Robert Johnston (Rose Marie) of Albuquerque, NM. Shirley was extremely loved by her grandchildren Emily Kunkle (Michael), Jillian Cummings (James), Christopher Johnston (Joyce), and William and David Johnston. Her three...

Of Castle Shannon, passed away at Concordia of the South Hills in Mt. Lebanon on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, age 95. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Patricia, in 2005. Survived by his sons, Daniel Slain (Ronni) of Churchill, and Steve Slain (Robyn) of Orlando, FL; and his grandchildren, Jessica, Ty, and Lexie. Uncle of Don Rossi (Peggy), David Slain (Betty), Audrey (the late Thomas Sr.), and other loving nieces and nephews. Also preceded in death...

Of Churchill, age 50, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 28, 2020. Beloved daughter of Gene and Mary K. LaFace of Churchill. Cherished sister of Gregg LaFace, Dr. Karen LaFace (Dr. Andrew Getzin), and Beth LaFace. Loving aunt of Zoe Getzin, Lucy Getzin, Quentin Getzin, Isabella LaFace, and Nicole LaFace. Also survived by her former sister-in-law Laura LaFace, good friend Tierney Cortese, and former husband Joe O'Connell. Linda formerly resided in Burbank, CA, where she worked as a...

Of Forest Hills, age 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 25, 2020, with his wife and beloved golden retriever, Lil' Chief, by his side. Beloved husband of 36 years of Sue McInerney. Loving father of Mark Berry (Alison Huettner), Amy Berry, Beth Berry, and Cindy Picone (Jeff). Proud grandfather of Andrea Berry, Jordan Picone, and James Picone, and great-grandfather of Anika Lavender. Preceded in death by his parents, James and Elma (Thompson) Berry, his sister, Patricia Soles,...

On Friday, July 17, 2020, age 76, of Forest Hills. Loving mother of Laura Adams (Craig Mrusek) of Monroeville. Proud grandmother of Adam Mrusek. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gary T. Adams, and her parents, George and Jane Williams. Nancy worked as a librarian in San Diego County for 25 years. She was a voracious reader, an animal lover, and had a lifelong passion for civic engagement. Nancy loved spending time with her friends, be it playing mahjong, going out to lunch, or...

Of Churchill, age 95, on Tuesday, July 14, 2020, passed away peacefully at home of natural causes. He was born in Freeland, PA, on July 4, 1925, to John and Elizabeth (Capinas) Cheppa. Edward attended Freeland High School class of 1943 and was accepted into the US Navy V-12 program which provided a full scholarship to attend the University of Virginia where he received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. He was a commissioned officer in the Navy and served 3...

Of Wilkins Twp., age 81, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2020. Beloved wife of Drew Anderson. Sister of Russell W. Spangler (Pamela) of Georgia. Aunt of Anna Bethune (Todd) and Benjamin Spangler (Ronda), both of Georgia. Great-aunt of Will and Drew Bethune, and Robin and Brack Spangler. Also survived by lifelong family friend, Tim Kelly, and her faithful canine companion, Muggsy. Joan worked at Union Switch & Signal and was a greeter at St. John Fisher Church for many years....

Age 93, of Churchill, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020. Dick is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Nancy Davis, and loving daughters, Susan Fahringer (Scott) and Laura Osmond (Brian). He was the proud Papa of Matthew and Katie Fahringer, and Ben, Nicholas, Evelyn, and Bethany Osmond. Brother of Robert Davis (Janis), and uncle to several nieces and nephews, all of whom brought so much joy in his life. Dick was a graduate of Allegheny College. He proudly served our country...

Mary Deger passed away on the Fourth of July, 2020, just 3 months shy of her 100th birthday. She was married to her sweetheart, Charlie, for 64 loving years. Mary will be remembered for being the life of any party she attended.  She enjoyed being out with her friends – whether it was on the golf course, or the dance floor. Mary cherished time spent with her family. Particularly memorable moments with her grandchildren include hiding Christmas elves for Anne to...

On Saturday, June 20, 2020, age 79, of Wilkins Twp. Beloved wife of the late Jospeh F. Bailey. Dear mother of Teresa Kann (Dave) of Imperial and Joann Fultz of Monroeville. Loving grandmother of Jamie, Joe, John, Marissa, and Dominic. Great-grandmother of Avery and Rilyn. Daughter of the late Richard J. and Providence (Fana) Fera. Sister of the late Teresa and Charles Fera. Carol will be lovingly missed by her nieces, nephews, extended family, and many friends. She was a long time...