Patricia R. Kleman

Apr 17, 2024

Patricia (Patty) Rule Kleman passed away on April 16, 2024 at the young age of 93.  She was preceded in death by her husband John Paul Kleman and her sister Anne Marie (the late Jim) Snyder. 

She was born in McKeesport, PA on December 3, 1930 to John and Gertrude (Ward) Rule.  Patty graduated from McKeesport High School in 1949 and...

Dr. William "Bill" Fischer

Apr 14, 2024

Dr. William Fischer, psychologist and professor emeritus at Duquesne University, passed away on April 14, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Eve; his son, Michael; three stepsons, Eric, Adam, and Todd; and six grandchildren, Jacob, Isaac, Lex, Emerson, Asher and Zoe.Bill was born on April 10, 1934, in Queens, New York, to parents who had immigrated...

John M. Lutz

Apr 14, 2024

Age 87, of Green Tree, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024.  John was the brother of Dolores McLaughlin (the late Richard), Paul Lutz (the late Betty), and the late George Lutz Jr., Catherine, and Margaret.  He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and other family members. 

John started Pure Spring Water, his bottled water delivery business that he ran...

Clare M. (Reis) Pachavis

Apr 12, 2024

Clare M (Reis) Pachavis

On Friday, April 12, 2024 following a brief illness, Clare died peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family after 104 years of a full life. Being a lifelong Pittsburgher and true Pirates fan (except when Richie Hebner hit her with a foul ball), it was fitting she died on 412 day. She was born on December 23,...

Melissa A. Carothers

Apr 11, 2024

It is with a broken heart that we share the passing of our beloved Melissa Carothers, 71. Melissa left us peacefully with her sister by her side on the morning of April 11, 2024, after suffering from two strokes in February. 

Melissa, or Lisa as she was affectionately known, was so special, so loving, and so damn funny.  She was a...

John K. "Jack" Kerr

Apr 10, 2024

John K. “Jack” Kerr, age 94, died peacefully on April 10, 2024, joining his wife, Carole, who passed away just 12 days before.  Although dearly missed by his family, they find comfort knowing Jack and Carole are together again.  Jack was born December 5, 1929, in Pittsburgh, PA, to the late John and Glady Kerr.  A proud Pittsburgh native, he...

Carolyn A. “Dolly” Petrolio

Apr 10, 2024

Carolyn A. “Dolly” PetrolioAge 82, of Mount Washington, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Joseph C. Petrolio. Loving sister of Dennis Mahoney and the late Patrick (surviving spouse Shirley) Mahoney and Bernadette (Jerome) Makowski. Loving Aunt of Terry (Bob) Knuth, Michael Makowski, Eric Makowski and Ed (Christine) Makowski. Cherished great aunt of Lauren Knuth, Claire...

William G. Rabatin Sr.

Apr 8, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of William "Billy" George Rabatin Sr., aged 53, on April 8, 2024. Preceded in death by his beloved parents, George and Regina Rabatin. He is survived by his daughter, Jordan, and son, William (Leah) Rabatin Jr., whom he adored and treasured beyond measure. William was not only a devoted father and son...

Geraldine S. Sacco

Apr 8, 2024

Gerry left us today,  Monday, April 8, 2024.  It is not a sad day but a day to celebrate her. Never the world traveler or any kind of traveler…Gerry appreciated the simple things in life… a morning cup of coffee, a rainy day, a good murder mystery, a joke… dirty or clean and her new found love of false eye...

Helen A. (Rauch) Surloff

Apr 6, 2024

Helen Audrey (Rauch) Surloff, age 105, died peacefully on Saturday, April 6, 2024 after complications from a fall. Cherished wife of the late Milton Surloff for sixty-five years. Loving mother of Shelley (late Russell) Hilton and Grandmother of Nicholas (Maria) Hilton. Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and their children. Helen was born in South Fork, PA to parents Abram and Rose...