Obituaries
Rose Marie Klobuchar
Aug 14, 2023
Age 95, formerly of Shaler, entered into her eternal kingdom on August 14. 2023. She is survived by her sister Agnes and many loving nieces and nephews. Rose was preceded in death by her parents Peter and Agnes Klobuchar and her siblings Victoria Vuchank, Agnes Klobuchar, Angeline Heinl, Josephine Johns, Edward Klobuchar. Rose was a very devout Catholic and lived...

Robert C. Lehmer
Aug 11, 2023
Age 76, of Shaler Twp., on Friday, August 11, 2023, Mr. Lehmer was the husband for 52 years of Gloria J. Lehmer; father of Dr. Melissa Lehmer (Eric Chen) of Walnut Creek CA, Robert T. Lehmer (Sara) of Portsmouth NH; son of the late Clayton and Evelyn Lehmer; proud grandpa of Isla, Carson and Fiona Chen, Levi and Maverick Lehmer....
John E. Laughery
Aug 7, 2023
Age 77, of Shaler Twp., on Monday, August 7, 2023, Mr. Laughery was the husband of Deborah Hornick Laughery; father of Deborah Lyle, James Laughery, Robert Laughery (Chelsea), and the late John Laughery Jr.; brother of Clyde Laughery (Jennifer), Harry Laughery; grandfather of Angela Lyle, Zackery Lyle, Robert Laughery, Ryan Laughery, Kylie Laughery, Jacob Laughery; great-grandfather of Kaily, Kayleb, and...
Lynn Dimtroff
Aug 2, 2023
Age 77, of Shaler Twp., on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, Mrs. Dimtroff was the beloved wife of Paul G. Dimtroff; mother of Renee Pazouki (Ali), Paul R. Dimtroff (Jami); daughter of the late Russell and Minney Baughman; sister of Nancy Baughman; grandmother of Arianna, Armon, Zackary.
This morning, I said goodbye to my beautiful wife, friend & lover; my "First...
Jillian Rankin
Aug 1, 2023
Age 35, departed this less than magical realm on August 1, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. She was a LaRoche alumni, having studied forensic sciences. She established some lifelong friendships in her time there, where serial killers and Young Frankentein were just two of the bonding elements of the friendships. Jillian was also an avid Harry Potter and Wizarding World...
Margaret "Marge" Cavlovich
Aug 1, 2023
Age 89, of Shaler Twp., on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, Mrs. Cavlovich was the beloved wife of the late Edward M. Cavlovich; mother of Robert M. Cavlovich (Kathleen), Christopher E. Cavlovich (Sandra), Michael J. Cavlovich (Deborah), Edward M. Cavlovich Jr., Jeffrey A. Cavlovich, Craig S. Cavlovich (Angela Chiappini), and the late George J. Cavlovich (surv. Lisa); daughter of the late...
Corliss C. Jones
Jul 31, 2023
Age 91, of Stanton Heights, formerly of St. Louis, MO, on Monday, July 31, 2023, Mrs. Jones was the beloved wife of the late Mallory Jones; mother of Karle “Duke” Ballard, Kai Ballard, Kierre Ballard; step-mother of Mallory Jones Jr. (Sabrina); sister of the late Mary LaBrano, Nancy Hutchinson; also survived by 7 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.
A Memorial...
David T. Herr
Jul 30, 2023
Age 88, of Shaler Twp., on Sunday, July 30, 2023, on his 63rd wedding anniversary, Mr. Herr was the beloved husband of Lorraine Gallagher Herr; father of Karen Young, Linda Weightman (Paul), Daniel Herr (Kimberly); son of the late Maurice and Mary Herr; brother of the late Elizabeth Marks (Norman), Dorothy Baer (James), Rosemary Spokart (Frank); Pappy of David Christopher...
Jennifer Stockey
Jul 26, 2023
Age 41, of Brackenridge, formerly of Shaler Twp., on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, Jenn was the beloved daughter of Mary and Rick Jamison and the late Leo Stockey; also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; special cousin of Dennis Springer.
Celebrate Jenn’s life with her family on Sunday from 3-7 PM at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES,...
Eric J. Dembowski
Jul 21, 2023
Age 70, of Shaler Twp., on Friday, July 21, 2023, Mr. Dembowski was the beloved husband of the late Susan Brooks Dembowski; son of the late John and Christine Dembowski; brother of Julie Doerr, and the late William Dembowski (surv. Ruthann); uncle of Heather Doerr, Don Bender, Christina Dembowski, and Erik Dembowski.
Celebrate Mr. Dembowski’s life with his...
Margaret Echtler
Jul 8, 2023
Age 92, of Hampton Twp., on Saturday, July 8, 2023, Mrs. Echtler was the beloved wife of the late Donald R. Echtler; mother of Theodore Gouza (Linda), Debra Sommer (Michael), Margaret Aiello (Anthony), Elaine Pecman, Beverly Farina (Perry), Walter Gouza (Darlene), Bernadette Lucci (James), Gary Gouza (Kelly Donahue), Mark Gouza (Cathy Bly); step-mother of Linda Whitehead (late Ron), Paul Echtler...
William C. "Bill" Buettner
Jul 7, 2023
Age 80, of Sarasota FL, formerly of Shaler Twp., on Friday, July 7, 2023, Mr. Buettner was the beloved husband of Grace P. Vecere Buettner and the late Catherine Ann Coyne Buettner; father of Thomas Buettner (Jodi), Matthew Buettner (Patty); brother of Marilyn Thomas (Ed), George Buettner; grandfather of William, Peter, Isabella, and Nathan Buettner.
Celebrate Mr. Buettner’s life with...
Joseph K. Abel
Jun 25, 2023
Age 77, of Indiana Twp., formerly of Seattle, on Sunday, June 25, 2023, Mr. Abel was the beloved father of Michael Abel (Jasmin), Alexis Abel (Shawn Martelock), Taylor Abel (Haley); son of the late Harry and Frances Able; brother of Jane Ward (Dean), Susie Beaudoin, Harry Abel (Pam), Scott Abel, Steve Abel; grandfather of Posie A. Abel, Harper Abel, Eleanor...
Carolanne Ford Sheran
Jun 11, 2023
Age 82, of Shaler Twp., on Sunday, June 11, 2023, Mrs. Sheran was the beloved wife of the late John F. Sheran Jr.; mother of Dennis Sheran (Lisa), Susan Magliocco (Frank “Dino”); daughter of the late John C. and Agnes Roesch Ford; sister of John “Jack” Ford (Rose); grandmother of Jeff (Dani), Ryan, Corey Sheran, Deana (Magliocco) Young (Zachary); great-grandmother...
Bernard "Leo" Steedle
Jun 6, 2023
Age 94, of Millvale, on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, Mr. Steedle was the beloved husband for 68 years of Joanne Rueger Steedle; father of Kathleen Voit (late Wayne), Kimberly Beran (David), Kevin Steedle (Patricia), Keith Steedle (Cynthia), Kurt Steedle, Kerry Steedle (Kathleen); brother of the late Mercedes Weidner, Madeline Weiss, Dolores Langer, Bernadette Poole, Mary Steedle, Regis Steedle, Joseph Steedle,...
Edward Cercone
Jun 4, 2023
Age 83, of Shaler Twp., on Sunday, June 4, 2023, Edward was the beloved father of Edward J. Cercone (Casey); predeceased by numerous brothers and sisters; Pap-Pap of Gino and Isabella Cercone; loving partner of Judy Ripepi; also survived by nieces and nephews. Edward was the proud owner of Entourage Hair Salon on McKnight Rd. He was an avid golfer,...
Nancy B. Miller
May 16, 2023
Age 87, of Shaler Twp., on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, Mrs. Miller was the beloved mother of Rick Miller; daughter of the late Fred and Beatrice Proctor Vetter; sister of June (Vetter) Anthony, and the late Dolores Jean (Vetter) Lamonna; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements made by PERMAN FUNERAL HOME...
James A. "Jim" Pearson
May 16, 2023
Age 77, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on May 16, 2023. James, known as Jim, was born to George and Lera Pearson, on November 7, 1945 in Effingham, IL. Jim was a proud Army Veteran, IT professional, loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He loved traveling, visiting with friends and family, socializing at the local café, and square dancing. His sense of humor...
Beverly J. Cox
May 12, 2023
Age 64, of Etna, on Friday, May 12, 2023, Beverly was the beloved companion of the late Darrell Pennington; daughter of the late William H. and Ruth D. Cox; sister of Linda Putzlocker (Joe), Ruth Ann Ostoich (Dave), Lori Cox, Elizabeth Crowell (Bill), William Cox, Robert Cox (Rochelle), Charles “Terry” Cox, Donald Cox; also survived by 19 nieces and nephews,...
Mildred C. Kristoff Shaginaw
May 4, 2023
Age 91, of Etna, on Thursday, May 4, 2023, Mrs. Shaginaw was the beloved wife of the late William Shaginaw; mother of Mary Ann Woodrow (Darrell), William “Buck” Shaginaw, Robert “Bob” Shaginaw (Debra); sister of the late John Kristoff (surv. Frances), Larry Kristoff (surv. Pat), George Kristoff (surv. Catherine); grandmother of Darrell and Ryan Woodrow, Julie Syska (Mike), Amy Platek...