William F. Gross

Judith C. “Judy” (Kirsch) Roccasano

Surrounded by her loving family, passed away on September 5, 2022 peacefully into the arms of her Savior. Daughter of the late Leo and Marie Kirsch. Judy leaves behind her devoted husband Joe; treasured children Patrick (Amy) Coughlin, Michael (Lauren) Kaye, Vincent (Tracy) Coughlin, and Judiann (Stephen) Johns, and bonus children Rachelle (David) Kendrick and Renae (Marc) Sherwood; her beloved grandchildren Adam, Ashley, Haley, Cameron, Taylor, Paige, Logan, Brandon, Aidan, Stephen, Justin, Colton, Nathan, Craig, and Carlie; her loyal canine companion, Bowie. She was preceded in death by six siblings, whom she adored, and is survived by her sister Martha Goedert, as well as numerous cherished nieces and nephews. Judy devoted over 55 years of her life to teaching. She touched countless lives in her many years as a local daycare provider and most recently as a teacher at St. James in Wilkinsburg. She enjoyed spending time with her family, writing poetry, and helping people in any way she could. A very special thank you to the amazing nurses/staff of Bridges Hospice who took such loving care of Judith in her final days. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Judy’s favorite charity, St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.) Penn Hills, on Thursday, September 8, 2022 from 2-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, September 9, 2022 at 10 a.m.

Michael James Rice

Affectionately known as BIG MIKE and BIG PAPPY, age 90, of Monroeville, formerly of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 3, 2022. Son of the late James and Margaret (Cavanaugh) Rice; beloved husband of 40 years and widowed for 28 years of the late Marie (Reutter) Rice; loving father of Keith (Wendy) Stack, Michele (Dean) Hoover, JB (Karen McGee) Rice, Denis (Sharon) Rice, Joe (Pam) Rousso, and the late Richard Stack; proud grandfather of Justin Stack, Jennifer (Eric) Tusick, Michael Dean (Jenny-Lee) Hoover, Jessica (Michael Lawthers) Hoover, Jarrett Rice, Jennah (Nathan) Barthlow, Juliana (Omar Aboukelila) Rice, Tiffany (Angel) Rice-Perez, Denis (Tara) Rice, Shauna (Gino) Rometo, and Joe, Jr. (Alissa Adams) Rousso; great-grandfather of Logan and Zoey Stack, Luke Ropon, Anthony Tusick, Michelina, Nevaeh, Khloe, Dean, and Sophia Hoover, Jayda Lawthers, Gianina Barthlow, Emilia and Zachary Rice, Avianna and Giavanna Rometo; great-great-grandfather of Anilah Ropon; brother of the late Jane (Ed) Henry, Helen (Earl) Kible, and Margaret (Bob) Hollinger; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Mike was the steward of the BSNI club in East Liberty for 12 years and was a senior computer analyst for 44 years on the P&LE Railroad. Dad had an infectious laugh and was a kind and thoughtful family man. Mike was an avid Pirates and Steelers fan. One of our families loving memories is getting a singing telegram from dad (pappy) on your birthday. He was very proud of his children and grandchildren and all their accomplishments in life. Our family would like to give a special thank you to Tricia Schneider, dad’s caretaker and dear friend. She brought Big Mike joy and love, and he was never alone especially in the last several weeks. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Alzheimer’s Foundation, 225 N. Michigan Ave., FL. 17, Chicago, IL 60601.

Friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.) Penn Hills, on Friday, September 9, 2022 from 2-7 p.m. Funeral Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 9:20 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish, St. Bernadette Church, 245 Azalea Dr., Monroeville, PA 15146 at 10 a.m.

Patricia Ann Woodley

Born August 5, 1943, passed away in her sleep, at age 79, on Saturday morning, September 3, 2022 from a form of leukemia called MDS. She was transferred from Shadyside Presbyterian Hospital two weeks prior to her son’s home where she was able to spend time with family, friends, and her cat Lincoln.

Patricia was a native of Pittsburgh and was born in Munhall. Since the mid 80’s, she worked as a bookkeeper for Shadyside Presbyterian Church, Trinity Cathedral, First Presbyterian, and finally, St. Susanna’s in Wilkinsburg. She loved to cook and garden. She enjoyed music from Conway Twitty to Elvis Presley and loved being with all of her many animals over the years. She had many friends and was always willing to help others in need.

Patricia is survived by her son, Myron Woodley, her daughter, Lisa Pristak, and her grandson, Joseph Gallagher. She is also survived by several great cousins, friends, and neighbors. Patricia lost her father Joseph in 1944 at the Battle of the Bulge and her mother Ann in 1974. She was a wonderful daughter, mother, friend, and person. She will be missed very much and will surely be looking down on us all with all her love.

Friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.) Penn Hills, on Monday, September 12, 2022 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. There will be a graveside service held at Middle Presbyterian Cemetery, 3374 PA-981, Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666 at approximately 1:30 p.m.

Joanne (Nemec) Frey

Age 83, of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Daughter of Vencil Nemec and Mary Mastropier; beloved wife of the late Robert N. Frey, Sr.; mother of Robert N. (Kelly) Frey, Jr. and Sally Frey; grandmother of Robert Boyd Frey and Rebecca A. Frey. Joanne was a quilter, lace maker, doll collector and an avid crossword puzzle enthusiast.

Friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.) Penn Hills, on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 10 a.m.