Obituaries
Clare M. (Reis) Pachavis
Dec 23, 1919 - Apr 12, 2024
Clare M (Reis) PachavisOn 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…
Melissa A. Carothers
Oct 4, 1952 - 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…
John K. "Jack" Kerr
Dec 5, 1929 - 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.…
Carolyn A. “Dolly” Petrolio
Jan 2, 1942 - 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…
William G. Rabatin Sr.
Jun 6, 1970 - 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…
Geraldine S. Sacco
Feb 23, 1947 - 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…
Helen A. (Rauch) Surloff
Oct 21, 1918 - 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…
Rita Anne Magill
Mar 31, 1924 - Apr 4, 2024
Rita Anne Magill, born Rita Anne Maio, age 100, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2024, in Palm Harbor, Florida. She was born on March 31, 1924, in Brooklyn, New York. Rita was a warm and giving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished time spent with her family and many friends. She enjoyed celebrating…
Bruce J. Schramm
Nov 28, 1946 - Apr 2, 2024
Beloved Husband of Kathryn Rector for 37 years (he kept his last name), Bruce J. Schramm (age 77) passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, April 2, 2024. Bruce is survived by his wife Kathryn, his daughter Lisa Gannon (Ray), pre-deceased by his daughter Carrie Still (Berry), and survived by step-sons Jonathan Bayat (Yulia) and Benjamin…
Joan T. (Jozwiak) Singleton
Jun 14, 1937 - Apr 1, 2024
Joan T. (Jozwiak) SingletonAge 86, formerly of Polish Hill, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Donald J. Singleton. Loving mother of Donald (Katrina) Singleton, John (Rey) Singleton and the late Jeffrey (surviving spouse Valerie and her husband Louis Digioia) Singleton. Cherished “G” of Alicia Singleton (Steve), Samantha (Jordan Bayles)…
