Obituaries
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.
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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...
Carol A. Christman
May 1, 2023
Age 83, of formerly of Indiana Twp., on Monday, May 1, 2023, Mrs. Christman was the beloved wife of James M. Christman; mother of Mark Christman (Renee), Melissa Allshouse (Dave), Kent Christman (Lara); predeceased by 8 brothers and sisters; grandmother of Rachel Christman, Leah Chavara (Tom), Zach Christman, Jessica Rumm (Cameron), Sharon Hatheway (Brian), Lindsey Christman, Matthew Christman; great-grandmother of...
Patricia A. DiPasquale
Apr 30, 2023
Age 87, of West Deer Twp., formerly of Shaler Twp., on Sunday, April 30, 2023, Mrs. DiPasquale was the beloved wife of the late Raymond J. DiPasquale; mother of Lori Pavlick (Gary), Jennifer Coone (Adam), Keith DiPasquale (Julie), James DiPasquale (Carolyn), David DiPasquale (Brittany); sister of the late Thomas Keenan (surv. June); also survived by 16 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren.
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Janet R. Jalajel
Apr 28, 2023
Of Sutersville, on Friday, April 28, 2023, Janet was the mother of Ron Gallagher (Mandy); daughter of the late Josephine Socci; sister of the late Daniel Socci (surviving Shirley); Grandmother of Maxwell, Charlotte and Elijah Gallagher.
Services were private. Arrangements by Perman Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp. The family respectfully...
John Podany
Apr 25, 2023
Of Indiana Twp., on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, John was the beloved husband of Nancy Saginaw Podany; father of Alan F. Vogel (Kelly); son of the late Joseph and Mary Hregdovic Podany; brother of the late Joseph J. Podany.
Services were private. Arrangements were by Perman Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Rt. 8, Shaler Twp....
Joseph S. Kernic
Apr 17, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we unexpectedly announce the passing of Joseph S. Kernic, age 66, of Shaler Twp., Joe passed surrounded by the love of his family. Joe is survived by his wife that he has loved since he was 15 years old, Dawna Bildhauer Kernic; his children, Crystal Corfield (Justun), Cody Kernic (Miranda), and two angel twins;...
James E. "Jim" Shuey
Apr 17, 2023
Age 91, of Hampton Twp., on Monday, April 17, 2023, Mr. Shuey was the beloved husband of Thelma Clark Shuey; father of Debbi Bakaj (Dave), John Shuey (Susan), Kevin Shuey (Allison), Greg Shuey (Nancy); brother of the late Sally Kubaska; also survived by 16 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren.
Celebrate Mr. Shuey’s life with his family on Thursday from 3:00-6:30 PM...
Louis J. "Lou" Treleani Jr.
Apr 10, 2023
Age 82, of West Deer Twp., on Monday, April 10, 2023, Mr. Treleani was the beloved husband of Mary O. Martinelli Treleani; father of Christopher Treleani (Rosvita), Patrick Treleani (Kristy), Scott Owen, Jonathan Treleani; son of the late Louis and Marie Haramic Treleani Sr.; brother of Patricia Cook (Ronald); grandfather of the late Christopher Treleani Jr. Lou was an avid...
Eileen Greer
Apr 6, 2023
Age 77, of Morningside, on Thursday, April 6, 2023, Mrs. Greer was the beloved daughter of the late Maurice and Lucy Love; sister of Bernadette “Bernie” Hillard (Bob), Mickey Love (Mary Ann); aunt of Bob Hillard (Pat), Michael Hillard (Mary Ann), Paula Joyce (Tom), Paul Hillard (Danielle), Chrissy Williams (Adam); also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
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Elaine R. Milliken
Apr 2, 2023
Age 79, of Blawnox, formerly of Shaler Twp., on Sunday, April 2, 2023, Mrs. Milliken was the beloved wife of the late Richard L. Milliken; mother of Tammy Claybaugh, Darlene Bristol (Mark), and the late Thomas Claybaugh; sister of Mary Allen (Eddie) and the late RJ Brandt (surv. LaVerne); also survived by 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
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Jacqueline F. Lederer
Mar 25, 2023
Age 94, of Indiana Twp., on Saturday, March 25, 2023, Mrs. Lederer was the beloved wife of the late James T. Lederer; mother of James E. “Jim” Lederer, Dean E. Lederer, George L. Lederer (Connie), Kathy Hutchison (Charles), Bill A. Lederer (Christy); also survived by 4 grandchildren. Mrs. Lederer was a graduate of Peabody High School. She worked at Pittsburgh...