Obituaries

Apr 29, 2024

David Charles Uhrin, age 79, formerly of Blackridge and Mt. Pleasant, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in his Oakmont home on Monday April 29, 2024. Son of the late Dorothy (Junick) and Frank Uhrin, he was born on March 18, 1945.  He is survived and will be dearly missed by his beloved wife of 55 years,...

Apr 29, 2024

Myrna Coffey, age 86 of Oakmont peacefully on Monday morning April 29, 2024.

Daughter of the late Regina and Olin Robinson.  Loving mother of David (Kelly) Kleber.  Grandmother of Michael (Maggie) Kleber and great-grandmother of Emmelyn.   Sister of Bill (Marg) Robinson and the late Joseph (late Katherine) Robinson.

Myrna loved art, dancing, writing, and singing;...

Apr 29, 2024

Karen S. Basel age 75 of Oakmont passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday April 29, 2024.

Daughter of the late Belva and Ershel Tate.  Beloved wife of the late Michael Basel.  Loving mother of Michael (Jen) Basel, Kathy Taylor, and Tammy (Chad) Handwerk.  Grandmother of Devin, Sena, April, Phillip, Zabrena, Hannah, Chris, and Genevieve.  Great-grandmother of...

Apr 25, 2024

Dorothy Schlessman, age 76 of Harmar Township, passed away on Thursday April 25, 2024, at home surrounded by her family.

Born on July 6, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Katherine and Julius Thomas.  Married to her high school sweetheart the late David L. Schlessman on August 1, 1964, who predeceased Dorothy in 2020.  Loving...

Apr 23, 2024

Maria Tabacchi, beloved sister, daughter, and cherished member of her family, passed away peacefully on April 23rd, 2024, at Forbes Hospital.

Maria was diagnosed at birth with partial trisomy 10q a rare genetic disorder that was supposed to leave her bedridden, unable to speak, with a life expectancy of one year. 36 years later, Maria's life was...

Apr 23, 2024

Margaret (Peg) Smeaton, age 86 of Penn Hills passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 23, 2024.

Daughter of the late Elizabeth and Paul Reichenbach.  Beloved wife of the late John Smeaton.  Loving Mom of Elaine (John) Lasch, John "Jack" Smeaton and Pamela Smeaton. Special Grandma of John "Jake" (Kristi) Lasch, Erika (Taylor) Bowers, Rachel (Regis) Palmer and...

Apr 22, 2024

Raymond E. Coover III, nicknamed Happy, age 66 formerly of Verona, passed away unexpectedly on Monday April 22, 2024.

Loving son of the late Ruth and Raymond Jr.  Husband of the late Patricia Coover.  Loving father of Shannon and Elisie Coover.  Grandpap of David, Maddy, Zach, and Parker.  Brother of Rita (Manuel) Porter and Sherry Coover.  Also...

Apr 17, 2024

Deborah Horvat, age 72 of Oakmont, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday April 17, 2024.

She was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Olga Onufer Horvat and her sister Lisa Nania.  She is survived by her brother, David Horvat; sister Kathleen Horvat; nephews Nicholas Nania (Celesta), Thomas Nania (Angela), Matthew Nania; a grand-nephew Nicholas, and grand-niece Nadya Nania....

Apr 12, 2024

Florence A. Levkus

July 9, 1932-April 12, 2024

"Flo" was a devoted wife of Richard John Levkus, (June 26, 1931-December 5, 1984), Mother of Judith Biery and Mary Jo Weaver, Grandmother of Leah Biery, Benjamin Biery, Amanda Malenowski and Christine Lottmann, Great Grandmother of Owen Lottmann and Charlotte Malenowski and Sister of William Parks.

Apr 11, 2024

Dr. Edward Sweeney, age 76 of Shaler passed away on his birthday, April 11, 2024.  Son of the late Betty and Edward Sweeney.  Beloved husband of Peggy (Flynn) Sweeney of 39 years.  Loving father of Meghan (significant other Seth Bullion) Sweeney.  Special brother-in-law to Edward (Suzanne) Flynn, Colleen (Larry) Light, Robert Flynn, Timothy (Linda) Flynn, Lillian (Bruce) Shoupe, Thomas...

Apr 11, 2024

Theresa P. D'Amico, age 94 of Oakmont peacefully at her home on Thursday April 11, 2024.

Daughter of the late Angela and Carl Prince.  Preceded in death by her late husband, Guy A. D'Amico in 2010.  Sister of the late James, Frances, Annie, Jim and Phillip Prince, and also Mary Zula.

Theresa was a member...

Apr 9, 2024

Clemence R. "Clem" Daube, age 85 Of Oakmont passed away on Tuesday April 9, 2024.

Son of the late Josephine and Clem Daube.  Beloved husband of the late Jerry Daube and also the late Roseann Nacco.  Loving father of Carl (Cookie Truschel) Daube and Dan (Marci) Daube.  Grandfather of Ryan Reed.  Brother of JoAnn (late Robert) Ruszkowski...

Apr 4, 2024

Melissa A. "Missy" Mileski, age 49 of Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully on Thursday April 4, 2024.

Beloved wife of Matt Mileski, Sr. of 26 years.  Loving mother of Briana, Matthew Jr. and Taylor.  Grandmother of Maggie, Laylia, and Fiona Rose. Melissa will be remembered by all who knew her especially her special bond with her son Matthew...

Apr 4, 2024

Jesse Albert Price, age 37 living in Pittsburgh and formerly of New York, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday April 4, 2024. Loving son of Scott and Marie Price.  Loving brother of Jason, Stephen, Joelle, Ally, Jackson and their families.  He is also survived by two grandparents, 16 aunts and uncles, 25 cousins, and 6 nieces and nephews.  He dearly...

Apr 4, 2024

Ruth H. Rapetti, 102 of Cranberry, on Thursday April 4, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Daughter of the late Augusta and Christopher Ringston.  Beloved wife of the late Edward J. Rapetti.  Loving mother of Paul (Donna) Rapetti, Edward, Barbara (John), Jeanne (Michael) , and the late Christine (surviving spouse Geoff).  Grandmother of 7 and great-grandmother of 6.  ...

Apr 3, 2024

Amelia "Millie" Sgambati, age 97 of Aspinwall passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning April 3, 2024.

Daughter of the late Lucia and Joseph Nardozzi.  Beloved wife of the late Anthony J. "Spike" Sgambati.  Loving mother of Robert Sgambati, John (Mary Ann) Sgambati, and Darlene (Brian) Marx, Sr., Grandmother of John (Marie) Sgambati, Tony (Danielle) Sgambati, and Brian...

Apr 2, 2024

The Post-Gazette lost one of its most loyal readers, William Ernest Wengerd, on April 2, 2024.

William was a quiet, humble man who valued hard work, and honesty.  He was born in Springs, PA on July 18, 1940 to Allen and Alta Wengerd.  His work ethic began at a young age when he was able to participate...

Apr 1, 2024

Barbara "Babs" Susanne Frick, 65, peacefully passed away on April 1, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Barbara treasured the simple things in life and, as an avid gardener, enjoyed spending time outdoors bringing color and beauty to the world through her flower gardens.  Barbara was also an excellent baker and made holidays special by decorating extravagant cakes...

Mar 31, 2024

Donna Healy Amini, born November 13, 1947, and entered eternal paradise on Easter Sunday March 31, 2024.  Preceded in death by her mother Dorothy Bergensky, Aunt Nina (Taliani) Bergensky, and her Uncle Chuck Bergensky.

Donna loved nature and was an advocate for animals and protecting the environment.  She treasured the simple things in life and was lifted...

Mar 31, 2024

John Youk, 93, of Verona, PA, passed away on Easter Sunday March 31, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on April 6, 1930, in Verona, PA to Catherine Kinder and John Youk with his twin sister Francis Lucas.

John served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict, demonstrating bravery and commitment to his...