Archangel Skaro
Formerly of Penn Hills and Monroeville, peacefully left this world Sunday, October 27, 2019 “seven years from 100 years” to embrace her father Octavio (Tom) Albanese and mother Antonette Albanese (Caputo), her brothers Jerry, Joe, George and her sister, Emanuella Georges who are all waiting in Heaven for her arrival. Surrounded by her immediate family, husband of almost 70 years Joseph (Babe) Skaro; her son and daughter and their spouses, John (Karen) Skaro and Jacquie (David) Ramsey. Archangel: “Aunt Red”, “Aunt Kane”, “Arky” and “Angel” leaves behind all of her loving nieces and nephews from both sides of mom and dad’s entire extended family. In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial donation to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15205.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayers Thursday 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Bartholomew Church, 10 a.m. Burial to follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
Rev. Thomas L. Menk
Age 81, of Penn Hills, on Sunday October 20, 2019. Beloved husband of 60 years to Judith; father of Thomas J (Lisa) and Daniel J. (Cindy) Menk; grandfather of Lindsay and Ashley Menk; step-grandfather of Brian Christensen. Also survived by 4 step-grandchildren. Brother of the late Charles J. Menk (surviving spouse, Carolyn Menk).
Thomas worked as an Accounting Manager at Fisher Scientific until 1986. After graduation from seminary, in 1988, he began a second-career as Pastor at Calvert Presbyterian Church in Etna and Bethel Presbyterian Church in Monroeville. In retirement, he served as Interim Minister at several churches throughout the Pittsburgh Presbytery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lazarus Fund of Pittsburgh Presbytery, 901 Allegheny Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15233. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 26, 2019 at 11 a.m. at East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S. Highland Ave. Arrangements by William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235.
Richard “Tiny” McCullough
Age 83, of Chesterfield, VA (formerly of Penn Hills) passed away on Monday, October 14, 2019 after many months of struggling with injuries that were the result of a vehicle crash in January. “Tiny” was a devoted and loving husband. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Leona, and children Bruce, Michele, Scott, Lynn and Richard, Jr. He is also survived by three daughter-in-laws, two son-in-laws, 9 grandsons and 5 great-grandsons.
Tiny was a graduate of Connelly Vocational High School in 1955 and was a machinist at Westinghouse R&D for 30+ years. He was known by many for being “Tiny Tire” and eventually the owner of McCullough Tire on Universal Rd., currently owned by son, Scott and daughter-in-law, Michelle.
Tiny was always willing to help anyone and fix anything. His brain was always working, focused on trying to resolve problems; a level of genius and a true blessing throughout his life. Unfortunately, it became a true burden near the end, as he was too broken and frail to implement his thoughts or ideas.
The family would like to thank all that helped take care of him over the past 9 months, especially the Angel, Kelsie, that descended upon his life at a time when care and compassion were needed most.
In lieu of flowers and on behalf of Queenie, Crystal Benji and Bella, Dad would love you to consider a donation to the ASPCA or your local SPCA.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills, Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 1-3 p.m. and 5 until the time of the Funeral Service at 7 p.m.
Leo E. “Butch” Schrantz
Age 86, of Penn Hills, Passed away Friday, October 18, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Christine “Teeny”; father of Leo (Kathy) Schrantz, Kris Ann (John) Niehl, Wayne (Margaret) and the late Robert (surviving spouse Kathy); also survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Leo was an active committeeman for the Democratic party and an avid golfer. In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial donation to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15205
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Tuesday 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. John the Baptist Church, 10 a.m.
Rose Marie (Guerrieri) Acquaviva
After a long and courageous battle with several health issues, Rose passed away peacefully on Monday, September 23, 2019 in Newark, Delaware.
Rose, age 90, formerly of Penn Hills, loved watching and rooting as hard as any fan ever could for her beloved Steelers, Penguins and Pitt, but loved her entire Acquaviva/Guerrieri family even more and with her whole heart.
Rose was the widow of WWII veteran Robert Acquaviva, who passed away July 24, 2011 after 54 years of marriage. She is survived by two sons: Robert C. (Gloria) of Wilmington, Delaware and Greg (Kathleen), granddaughters Alison, Valerie and Maggie, all of Cumming, Georgia.
In addition, she is survived by one cousin: Nancy Bertoni of Penn Hills and 3 nieces and nephews and their families: Felicia Guerrieri, Cindy Tedesco (Michael) and Vincent Guerrieri (Kelli), all of Florida.
Friends and family will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home Ltd., 11735 Frankstown Road in Penn Hills from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday, September 26, 2019. Funeral prayers Friday, September 27 at 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian burial in St. John Fisher Catholic Church, 33 Lewin Lane, Churchill 10 a.m. followed by interment in Good Shepherd Cemetery in Monroeville.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to a charity of your choice.