Lucius Henry “Mr. Johnny” Johnson
Age 97, passed away Friday, December 19, 2025, New Kensington, Pennsylvania. Beloved Son of the late Luther Johnson and Alice Johnson (nee Hyman). He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Gladys Johnson (nee Folkes), his brothers Deryck Johnson, Egbert Plummer, sisters Doris Hyman, Erlim "Lurline" Johnson Wright, daughter-in-law Novlet Johnson, and grandson Kenneth Norman Baker III.
He is survived by nine children: Carlton Johnson, Hinds “Seymour” (Pauline) Johnson, Sonia (Michael) Thomas, Beverly Joy Morrison, Jennifer Johnson, Barbara (Owen) Johnson-Lee, Thelma “Cherry” (Thomas) Jones, Noel (Valarie) Johnson, and Alice Johnson.
Twenty-nine grandchildren: Rohan Johnson, Dalrick Dandy, Krystal (Antonie) Griffiths, Carlton Johnson Jr, Maurice Johnson, Hines Johnson Jr, Tyler Johnson, Tachelle Johnson, Michael (Mikela) Thomas Jr, Sharnece Thomas, Shaina (Ross) Watson, Noelle (Simone) Morrison-Campanoni, Vanessa Morrison, Brian (Sara) Johnson, Jawfal (Caroyln) Pusey, Nicole Davis, Jamaal (Shizuka) Lee, Tesfa Lee, Changa Lee, Hakim Lee, Jamila Lee, Jessie McMorris, Noel "Michael" (Crystal) Johnson, Laniyah Johnson, Nalijah Johnson, Elijah Johnson, Millionna Johnson, Gladys Johnson, Letisha Baker.
Twenty-five great grandchildren: Isabella Griffiths, Michael Thomas III, Mason Thomas, Maliyah Thomas, Gary Long, Sydney Long, Aubrey Watson, Aniyah Watson, Ross Watson III, Marc Donovan Campanoni, Joshua Ramos, Justin Ramos, Brian Johnson Jr, Jason Pusey, Jaliyah Pusey, Carter Pusey, Cai Pusey, Desean Clarke, Mahari Davis Jr, Nasare Davis, Jeremiah Davis, Aaqil Lee, Zoe Lee, Julian Lee, Kamani Lee.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Sunday, December 28, 2025 from 4-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, December 29, 2025 at 10 a.m.
Richard V. “Dick” Desiderio
Age 87, of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, Saturday, December 20, 2025. Beloved husband of Mary Grace (D’Alesio) Desiderio; father of Brian Desiderio and Robert (Dina) Desiderio; grandfather of Devin (Taryn) Jankowski; great-grandfather of Hannah Jankowski; brother of George (Mary Alice) Desiderio. Also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins. Dick devoted nearly 40 years to PNC Bank as administrator of the South Western PA Teamsters and Employers pension fund. He had a deep love for his family, enjoyed food, friends, his dogs, cars, pumping iron and telling stories of his early years. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to The Verland Foundation, 212 Iris Road, Sewickley, PA 15143.
Friends and Family will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Sunday, December 28, 2025 from 11 a.m. until the time of a closing prayer 4 p.m. Interment private.
Tracie Bauman
Passed away Monday, December 8, 2025. Tracie was a long-time resident of Mainstay Life Services. She brought joy, peace, and love to the home she lived in for many, many years. She is a person of particular ways, and when her health became challenging, at times she demonstrated remarkable resilience and adapted as best as she could. She was a fighter all the way. She certainly had her favorite staff members and at times she preferred not to be disturbed. She had a very stern way of looking at you with those big beautiful eyes and pretty eyelashes.
Tracie left a lasting impression wherever she went. Tracie was a kind soul, and she lived a very long life surrounded by people who adored her, and we will always remember her for her beautiful smile. She will be deeply missed; and we are lucky to have had her for as long as we did.
Friends and Family will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 11 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 12 p.m.
Carl Ellis Perkins, Jr.
Age 68, born and raised in Florence, SC, and later of Pittsburgh, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025, following a heroic health battle. Beloved husband of Nedra L. (Bartko) Perkins; devoted father of Stephen Perkins; cherished grandfather of Shi-ann and Samir; loving brother of Roswell Perkins and Celeste Perkins; son of the late Carl Ellis and Sarah Perkins; also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was loved by many.
Carl was known as a gentle, patient, caring, and kind man. He lived a life defined by service and empathy, dedicating himself to helping those in need in his community. For the past 24 years, he served faithfully as the Executive Director of the Bartko Foundation, where his quiet leadership, compassion, and dedication made a lasting impact on countless lives. Carl’s work was never about recognition, but about kindness, dignity, and making a meaningful difference for others. His legacy lives on through the people he helped, the community he strengthened, and the family he loved so deeply. His steady presence, warm heart, and generous spirit will be remembered always.
Friends and family will be received Tuesday, December 23, 2025, from 10 a.m. until the time of Funeral Service at 11 a.m. at WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Bartko Foundation through the “Donate” link on the Foundation’s website at https://www.bartkofoundation.org/.
Shirley J. Doherty
Age 85, of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully Thursday, December 11, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Dennis P. Doherty; mother of Dennis (Sandy), Jeff (Jennifer), and Mitzi (Kevin) Weaver; grandmother of Breeanna (Zac) Churchfield, Kelsey (Shane) Baskin, Bryce Doherty, Scott Doherty, Samantha Doherty, Jessie Krawczyk, and Dani (Dalton) Mills; great-grandmother of Kasen Churchfield and Mila Baskin; sister of Rose Moore. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Magee Women’s Hospital, 3240 Craft Place, Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.
Friends and Family will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Saturday, December 27, 2025 for a Celebration of Life from 5:30 p.m. until the time of the service at 6:30 p.m.