Margaret “Peg” Colucci
Age 95, of Monroeville, formerly of Homewood, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019. The loving daughter of Francesco and Angela. youngest sister of the late Joseph Colucci, Rachel Garland, Jennie Lintleman, Mary Rosella, Evelyn Colangelo, Domenic and Michael Colucci. She is survived by 105 nieces and nephews, great- nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews. She is remembered for her quick wit, great sense of humor, storytelling and as the historian of the family’s genealogy
During WWII, after graduating from Westinghouse High School with highest honors, she became the Rosie the Riveter of Homewood by helping make military ammunition shells. Peg worked for 40 years as a professional bookkeeper for several auto dealerships and a real estate agency. As a certified public accountant she prepared income tax returns for many family members and friends every year, well into her late 80s
Friends received in William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Monday, 3-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Tuesday 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Bernadette Church 10 a.m.
Joseph Douglas “Doug” Goyette
Age 82, of Pittsburgh, PA, formerly of Tucson, AZ, originally of Rochester, NY, passed away Sunday May 5, 2019. Beloved Husband of Doris J. “DJ” Goyette and the late Kathleen J. Murphy; father of Richard Leon, Douglas Michael, Jacqueline and Jennifer Goyette; step-father of Porter Hawthorne, Jr., Carla Hawthorne- Howard, Sonja and Derrick Hawthorne; son of the late Joseph Leon and Arleen Goyette; brother of the late Patricia Erickson.
Doug started off working as a real estate salesman for his father after his graduation from Niagara State University. He moved to Tucson, AZ with his family, sold houses for a short period of time, then worked as a correctional officer before finding his passion with volunteer services at the Tucson Food Bank. He had a love for hiking, camping, the great outdoors, baseball and football.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills, Monday, May 13, 2019 from 2 p.m. until the time of the Blessing Service at 4 p.m.
James Pagane
Passed away on April 19th 2019, at the age of 77. After, years of battling heart disease, he died at Allegheny General Hospital with his beloved wife and children by his side. He is survived by his wife, Jean Pagane, his two children Jean McGrath (Philip) and James Joseph Pagane, 4 grandchildren, Mark Moreno (Christina), Melissa Moreno Weathers (James), Carlie Anderson (Justin), Jamie Carr (Leo) and 6 great grandchildren. He also was survived by 5 of 8 siblings, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other beloved friends and relatives. Jim was loved very much and will be missed by many.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills, where a Funeral Service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation Thursday, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
Paul L. Gruver
Age 76, passed away April 26, 2019. Born June 28, 1942, son of the late Lawrence and Bessie Gruver; husband of the late Nancy P. Gruver; cherished father of Kathleen L. Gruver of Santa Barbara, CA, 30-year love and soulmate of Carol Kairies; beloved friend of Lee and Candace Kairies-Beatty of Winona, MN; also survived by many in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. Paul was a lifelong resident of Wilkinsburg and Penn Hills, and 50-year owner of Pennwood Paint in Wilkinsburg before retiring. He was an avid Pirates and Steelers fan and an overall great guy to all that knew him.
In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial donation to the Cancer Caring Center, 4117 Liberty Ave. Pgh., PA 15224. Friends will be received in William F. Gross Funeral Home Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills, Tuesday 2-8 p.m. Service and Interment Private.
Gary C. Gaiser
Age 48, of North Shore, formerly of Penn Hills, passed away Friday, April 19, 2019. Beloved father of Jackie Gaiser and the late Jacob Gaiser; son of Charles Gaiser and the late Susan Clites; brother of Linda, Paula, Darin and Janelle.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to help with the funeral costs.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills, where a Funeral Service will be held Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Visitation Wednesday, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.