Jeffrey S. Linn
Age 59, of Shaler, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Beloved son of the late James and Ellen Linn; brother of Lisa Linn. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the National Kidney Foundation at 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Sunday, March 7, 2021 from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome to meet at Mt. Hope Cemetery 12707 Frankstown Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15235 on Monday, March 8, 2021 for a funeral service at 10 a.m. We will be following COVID-19 State guidelines.
Antoinetta “Toni” Frazzini
Age 79, of Verona, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Emidio A. “Tony” Frazzini; mother of Nancy (Jeff) Hoff, Lorenzo (Sandy) Frazzini, and Janice Stavros; also survived by 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Her greatest joy in life was being a mother and grandmother. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Stroke Association at PO Box 417005 Boston, MA 02241.
A mass of Christian Burial will be held at Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish St. Susanna Church 200 Stotler Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235 on Friday, February 26, 2021 at 12 p.m. Everyone meet at church.
Bart R. Ward
Age 63, of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully, at home with his family, on Monday, February 15, 2021. Beloved husband of Theresa (Ramondino) Ward; proud father of Mary Catherine Ward; brother of Curt (Tina) Ward and Sidney Pritts; also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. Bart was a wonderful man that loved to tell stories and make people laugh. He will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the American Cancer Society at P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123.
Family and friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home at 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) in Penn Hills on Saturday, February 20, 2021 from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 12 p.m. We will be following COVID-19 state guidelines.
Ann Morris
Age 88, of Plum Borough, passed away last Sunday morning, February 14, 2021 at UPMC East due to heart failure. Ann was born on June 23rd, 1932 to Ernest and Sarah Sherwin of Pittsburgh. While in high school, Ann met Brice Morris, and they eventually married on October 3rd, 1952, at Zion Lutheran Church in Penn Hills. They went on to have two sons, Randy and Todd. Ann was always a go-getter who strove to provide a better life for herself and for her family. One of her proudest achievements was working her way up, with no college degree, from a secretary job in 1958 to an executive position at International Technologies Corporation in Monroeville where she retired in 1998. Throughout her life, Ann remained a very active member of Zion Lutheran Church, where she had dozens of friends. She was also an avid golfer, traveler, and conversationalist. Ann was predeceased by her beloved husband, Brice, last year on Palm Sunday. She is survived by her sisters, Dorothy and Evelyn, her two sons, Randy and Todd, and her 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Zion Lutheran Church, 11609 Frankstown Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235.
Memorial services for both Ann and Brice will be held outdoors at the Zion Columbarium on May 23, 2021.
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Mom, confidant and best friend Mary Lois Verrilla, aged 85. Mom lost her battle with Metastatic Breast Cancer and heart failure on February 9, 2021 in the comfort and care of Concordia Lutheran Services, Cabot, PA.
The family would like to thank the remarkable, compassionate caregivers who cared for Mom while she continued to fight her battle. Sadly the battle was too much and although always a fighter, Mom was peacefully called home.
Mom was a devout Catholic who put her faith in God. She was one of the best cooks always making enough (Italian and comfort) food for an army. You never left hungry or without leftovers. She loved gardening which was showcased by her green thumb and eye for detail.
She was Pittsburgh to all, and known as the Lady Who Paints Pittsburgh. A talented Pittsburgh Water Color Artist. Her history of Pittsburgh will live on and remain showcased far and wide. She shared her talent with many artists, institutions and people in Pittsburgh and around the country.
Mom will be missed immensely by her many cousins, especially Marianna Fiori who was her “Thelma” to her “Louise”, “ying and yang”, “partner in crime”. Never was a dull moment when the two ventured out together. The laughs and stories of their many all-day shopping trips, in one store; casino ventures, and bus trips. Those memories will live on forever.
Mom was preceded in death by her husband of 50 plus years, Edward Verrilla and her beautiful sister Dorothy Jean Fratangelo. Mom is survived by her sons Eddie (Deborah, lovingly referred by Mom as PITA); Ron (Fiancé, Alicia); her beautiful daughter Marlo Verrilla, who lovingly cared for Mom until her last breath, and her beautiful grandsons, Spencer and James Verrilla.
In lieu of Flowers, contributions can be made to some of Mom’s favorite places: The Leukemia Lymphoma Society, Pittsburgh; The Pittsburgh Watercolor Society; Heinz History Center. Per Mom’s wishes, there will be no viewing. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish St. Bartholomew Church 111 Erhardt Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235, Friday, February 12, 2021 at 10 a.m.
A celebration of Mom’s life will be held at a future date.