Douglas K. Abbey
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas K. Abbey. Age 55 of Verona, PA, formerly of Syracuse, NY. He passed away suddenly Thursday, October 10, 2024. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Kenneth and Edna Abbey and Pop, James Maloney. He is survived by his wife Michelle Abbey, mother Cheryl Maloney, sister Donalea Maloney, aunt Rachele Scarlett, niece Jordyn Maloney, and stepchildren Kirstie and Rachel. He is also survived by numerous cousins who will cherish his memory forever.
Interment private. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date in Syracuse, NY. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Friends Forever Animal Rescue, 174 Gristwood Rd., Pennellville, NY 13132.
Rest in peace Douglas. You will forever be in our hearts. Your memory will live on.
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Joseph “Pedro” A. Asturi
Age 59, of Pittsburgh, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024. Beloved father of Brittni Asturi and Ashley (Ryan) Kelly; grandfather of Jordyn, Dominic, Demi, Jayden and Kenzie; brother of Maria (Rich) Berger, Lisa (Jeff) Corcoran and Gina (Sean) Burkett; son of the late Anthony Asturi and Jane Galassi; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Friends and Family received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Friday October 18, 2024 from 10 a.m. until the time of the blessing service at 11 a.m.
Bridgette Michelle Connor Zeibak
Age 42, of Penn Hills, PA, passed away peacefully at home, Friday, October 4, 2024, after a brave and unwavering battle with brain cancer. Her journey was one of immense strength, resilience, and love for her family. Born on February 20, 1982, in Erie, PA, Bridgette was the daughter of James E. Connor and Michelle R. Connor (nee Bocianowski.) She was the mother of three daughters, Rosslyn, Maggie, and Schuyler. Her deepest fear in leaving this world was not being able to watch them grow, and be there for them, but her love will forever live on in their hearts.
Bridgette’s life was marked by kindness, caring, and a fierce dedication to those she loved. A graduate of Strong Vincent High School in Erie and a former student of Edinboro University, she followed her beloved Lyon to California before they settled in Penn Hills, PA. For nearly a decade, she worked diligently in corporate banking at Dollar Bank.
Bridgette had a spirit that embraced life’s joys, no matter how big or small. She found thrills in horror movies and enjoyed the powerful pulse of heavy metal music. She cherished family gatherings, holidays, and celebrating her Irish heritage at the Pittsburgh Irish Festival. She enjoyed spending time with neighbors in Crescent Hills and she sought connection and creativity through her love of Dungeons and Dragons, where she regularly met with friends at the Penn Hills Library. Above all, Bridgette was an extraordinary mother, wife, and friend—selfless and generous to all who knew her. Her family misses her dearly. Her life, though cut far too short, left an imprint on everyone she touched—a testament to her unshakable love, loyalty, and charm.
She is preceded in death by her father, James Connor, and her sister Shannon Gajda, whose memories she held close. She leaves behind her beloved husband Lyon Zeibak, her daughters, her mother Michelle Connor, brother Ryan Connor, and many extended family members, including her uncle Mike Bocianowski, aunt Vikki Connor, aunt Bev Sutton (Ron), and cousin Dawn Johnson (Tim Sheehan.)
Bridgette will be laid to rest at Mt. Hope Cemetery in a private ceremony. Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Sunday, October 13, 2024 from 1 p.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 2:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, she requested donations be made to The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund, 12400 Ventura Blvd, #837, Studio City, CA 91604 or to the family to help with funeral expenses.
April M. Zlotkowski
Mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend…
April M. Zlotkowski, age 50, passed away peacefully Friday, October 11, 2024, at Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh. She was born April 30, 1974, in Pittsburgh to Barbara Fennimore and the late Leonard Amodeo. She is survived by her parents Barbara & Jack Fennimore, her siblings Renee Demartino, Lori (Fil) Demartino, Kimberly Soriano, Jason (Audrey) Amodeo, her children Allison (Christopher) Gibson, Baylee (Adam) Smack, and Carlee Zlotkowski, her grandchildren Keira, Oliver, Amelia, Colton, Adysen, and Rosa, and many other family members and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her loving grandparents William & Martha Long.
April will always be remembered by her genuine & goofy soul along with her beautiful brown eyes and long luscious lashes. She had an unbreakable bond with her three daughters and her six grandbabies were her life. If you knew April, you would know how she lit up the entire room with joy. May she rest peacefully in heaven. Celebration of life to follow in 2025. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the family to help with the costs of the Celebration of Life.
Charles James (Jimmy) Peters, Jr.
Passed away Thursday, September 26,2024. He was born on October 15, 1937 in Jeannette, Pennsylvania and was the son of the late Charles James Peters Sr and Pauline Peters. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings Barbara Ochoa, Ronald Peters, Alan Peters and Charlene Peters.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra (Caprino) and four children, Pauline Peters (Nick Gongolas), Charie Laskey (Jeffrey), Charles James Peters III (Elizabeth), and Matt Peters (Vijaya). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Adam and Ashley Peters, Jacob and Corey Laskey, step-grandchildren Katelyn and Ronald Geary, step-great- granddaughters Harper and Ivy Geary, and several nieces and nephews.
Jimmy was a very hardworking man his entire life and enjoyed spending time with his family, loved being out in the woods on his property, and never turned down a trip to get a few scoops of chocolate ice cream.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the American Cancer Society, 106 Merchant Ln., Pittsburgh, PA 15205.
Service and interment private. Arrangements by William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd.