Margaret M. Lemme
Age 101, died January 17, 2022 at her home in Pinehurst, North Carolina.
Margaret was born in New York City on August 3, 1920. Margaret resided in Rhode Island during her teen and World War II years where she met her husband to be, Dominick Lemme. It was a typical war time romance as he served in Europe until the end of the war. Dominick preceded her in death in 1998 after fifty-three years of marriage.
In 2016 Margaret relocated from Penn Hills to reside at Pine Knoll Retirement Community in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Margaret made many new friends there and was known for her ability to share detailed stories about living through the Great Depression and the war years. She was an accomplished artist and an avid reader. Margaret found satisfaction in her daily routines and enjoyed good Italian food. If a meal did not meet her approval she would say “It was nothing to write home about.”
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, a brother and her two sisters. She is survived by sons William (Patricia) and Donald (Kamini) Lemme and daughter Susan (Kevin) Fink. She is also survived by six grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers and in honor of Margaret the family requests the consideration of donations to the Penn Hills Library or First Health Hospice of Pinehurst, North Carolina.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held in Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish, St. Susanna Church Monday, January 24, 2022 at 11 a.m. No Viewing will be held. Arrangements by William F. Gross Funeral Home Ltd.
Maryanne (Kreitzburg) Blackham
Age 58, of Murrysville, passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 14, 2022. Beloved daughter of Patricia and the late Theodore F. Waldo; wife of Raymond John Blackham and the late Jim Kreitzburg; mother of Amber, James and Danny (Lydia) Kreitzburg; sister of Joeseph (Jill) Waldo, Lisa (John) Swab, Daniel (Ellen) Waldo, and Jason (Carla) Waldo; daughter in-law of Raymond T. and Patricia A Blackham, and Peggy (Sprague) Kreitzburg; also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A woman who made friends everywhere she went. She strived to make the people around her feel loved. After 20 plus years in HR she managed to get her CDL for driving school buses, which had always been her childhood dream. She was blessed with a second chance at marriage with Ray, something they were both beyond grateful for.
She brought a smile to the faces of many through her creative spirit and helping hand. Her love of arts and crafts began at a young age when she helped with the Puppet Ministry. From Sunday school to family gatherings she always had a creative project to share. She loved scrapbooking, dining out, and the theatre. She was a ray of sunshine that will be missed by all who knew her.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills, Thursday, January 20, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Everyone is asked to please wear a mask. In lieu of flowers please consider contributions to a charity of your choice.
Don “The Electrician” L. Clark
Age 87, of Monroeville, passed away Sunday, January 9, 2022. Beloved husband of 69 years to Catherine. Son of the late Thomas and Helen Clark; father of Don (Christine), Jr., Deborah, Peter, the late Cathy Ann (Ron) Smalstig, and Thomas Clark; grandfather of Don T. Clark, and the late Sean Smalstig; brother of Dorothy Daw, the late Lois Richey, Lorraine Lawyer, and Gail Nonnenberg. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and business associates. Don was a go-to electrician for all jobs large or small. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to The Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research, 415 Crossways Park Drive, Suite D, Woodbury, New York 11797 or to a charity of your choice. As per Don’s wishes, the service and interment will be private but please enjoy a Pittsburgh Creme on Don.
Martin C. "Marty" Schiller
Age 66, of Penn Hills passed away Friday, January 14, 2022. Son of the late William J. and Gertrude Schiller; brother of Larry and the late Billy Schiller; companion of Dena Shuey Chiappino.
Funeral Services are Private.
John L. (Jack) Leavy
Age 96, of Murrysville, formerly of Penn Hills, passed peacefully on January 5, 2022. Beloved husband of 70 years of the late Betty. Father of John (Cindy), Wendy Meadows, the late Joan Harmon (Jeffrey) and Paul (Linda). Loving Grandad to 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Jack was retired after working for General Motors AC-Delco Division for 35 years. He was a 70-year member of Infinity Lodge No. 546 F&AM. Jack was a proud member of Syria Shrine Temple, where he served as Potentate in 1993, was a member of the Legion of Honor, Honorary Life-Member of the Harige Unit, Hillbilly Clan #53, Penn Hills Caravan #20, and the Shrine Circus Committee
Jack is a World War II Veteran, where he served as a Pharmacist Mate in the United States Navy. He loved family get togethers, dogs, playing cards, cars, circuses, and always had a witty response for any comment.
Friends and Family will be received on Friday, January 7th from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm at William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road), Penn Hills. A Masonic Funeral Ceremony will take place at the funeral home at 7:30 p.m. Funeral service will be held at the funeral home at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 8th. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriner’s Hospital for Children-Erie Unit, c/o Syria Shrine, 1877 Shriners Way, Cheswick, PA 15024. The family extends special thanks to the caring staff of Bridges Hospice and Redstone Highlands in Murrysville. Remember to always, “be damn careful”.