Obituaries

Amy Elizabeth Devin Bischoff  Born September 27th, 1959 Edgewood, PA Amy Devin Bischoff, age 64, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on April 16, 2024 from metastatic breast cancer.  Beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt & dog mom to 8 wonderful Newfoundlands. Amy was a friend to too many people to count. Amy was proceeded in death by her father, Carl, mother Libby, sister Judy, brother Rick, nephews Glenn & Scott.  Surviving are husband...

In Loving Memory of Andrew Block-Bolten Andrew Block-Bolten, of Churchill formerly of Poland, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2024. He was a devoted husband to Glenda Block-Bolten, beloved brother, loving uncle, and good friend to many. Andrew's kindness and empathy touched the lives of several, leaving a legacy of enduring friendships. His departure leaves a void in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him.  In accordance with his faith, we find solace in the...

Raymond (Butch) A. Martin Born September 17, 1940, Passed Away April 12, 2024. Son of the late Rose Gertrude (Martin) Lynches. Brother of the late Dennis Mahoney. Husband of Diana Lee Martin, Father of Melinda Wasson and Greg Martin, Grandfather of Caitlin and Cullin Wasson, and Great Grandfather of Scarlet Turocy. Friends received at Wolfe Memorial, LLC, Forest Hills Chapel, 3600 Greensburg Pike, Pittsburgh PA 15221, Monday April 15th from 2-4, 6-8pm. Mass will be held on the following...

Julia Banyas, of Forest Hills, formerly of Monroeville, age 86, passed away suddenly on Friday, April 5, 2024. Wife of the late John "Buc" Banyas. Mother of Terri Gorol (Bill) of Forest Hills and Warren Swigart of Arizona. Dear Grandmother of Bill Gorol (Kayla) and John Gorol (Angela) and Great Granddaughter Gianna. Sister of Mary Martin of Ohio and Barbara Bury of North Carolina. Julia was an active member of the Penn Hills Senior Center and was involved with the Pitcairn...

Mary Ann Diana Of Forest Hills, age 82, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Loving mother of Guy Diana of Forest Hills. Wife of the late Vencenzo Diana. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Ralph, Joseph, and Robert Tammariello. Mary Ann was a loving and caring person and went out of her way to help others. She was especially devoted to her family. Friends received at Wolfe Memorial, LLC, Forest Hills Chapel, 3600 Greensburg Pike, Pittsburgh PA 15221, on Tuesday...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Phyllis Szoko, 86, of Churchill Borough, Pennsylvania. Phyllis died at home surrounded by her family on Saturday, March 16, 2024. The loss of the family Matriarch who encouraged her children to pursue education, healthy competition, strong values, and the love of God. Beloved wife of 62 years to the late Edward Szoko. Daughter of the late Florence and Donato Ferriero of Wilkinsburg. Loving and devoted mother to her children Dr. Michael...

Of Penn Hills, age 85, passed away surrounded by family and friends on Friday, March 15, 2024. Married for 58 years to his beloved wife Andrea. Loving father of Michael Getsy and Annette Marshall (Shane). Proud grandfather of Jack. Brother of the late Regis Getsy (Linda) and brother-in-law of the late Dennis Kuftic, Norman Kuftic (Jennifer), Vernon Kuftic, and Vicki Kuftic Horne (Eric). Jim was a man of many talents and interests, but he was first and foremost a storyteller. His stories...

Of Elizabeth, age 61, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. Beloved wife of Gary Park for 40 years. Loving mother of Carson and Noah. Sister of Jerry Stidard, Bonnie Munden, Troy Stidard, Tina Munden, and the late Ray Munden. Sister-in-law of Chuck Park, Diane Kolsar (Michael), Patrick Park (Carole), Glen Park, Ken Park (Kelly), and the late Jimmy Park (Leslie). Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Services will be private. Memorial gifts may be given to St. Jude...

On Monday, March 4, 2024, accompanied by birdsong, rising along sunbeams, lifted by the loving embraces of her family and friends, the joyous spirit of Michelle Simpson returned to the purest love and light that gifted her to this world sixty-one years ago. Michelle loved her life and all those who peopled it fiercely and fully: her precious daughter, Retta Simpson; her devoted wife, Sue Subocz; her adoring parents, Mary Lou and Jack Simpson; and all her loving family: aunts Patricia (Milo)...

Marilyn Lorraine Ware Brown Parker, formerly of Forest Hills, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, in St. Petersburg, FL. She was 97 years of age. Marilyn, the first of three children, was born on February 20, 1927, to her loving parents, G. Seymour Ware and Ora Greene Ware, at Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As an infant she was baptized at the Church of the Holy Cross and continued her religious growth at Bethesda Presbyterian Church. As a child, she developed a...