Robert James Frank (Bob)
loving husband and father, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020, in his home at the age of 81 following a brief illness. He passed away in the presence of his family who were caring for him.
He was born in Rankin, PA on June 16, 1939 to Robert Joseph Frank and Thelma (Hobbs) Frank. He was a 1957 graduate of Penn Township High School (Present-Day Municipality of Penn Hills).
He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force on January 16, 1959 and attended Basic Training and Air Police School at Lackland AFB, Texas. Following training, he returned home where he married his wife Margaret (Kiser) Frank on May 30, 1959. He served at Hahn Air Base, Germany and Toul-Rosieres Air Base, France. In 1961 he was transferred to Glasgow AFB, Glasgow, Montana where he served until his Honorable Discharge on October 15, 1963 at the rank of Airman First Class. He continued his service in the U.S. Air Force Reserves from October 16, 1963 until January 15, 1965. He later served in the U.S. Army Reserves from October 12, 1976 until October 11, 1977 achieving the rank of Sergeant.
He returned to Penn Hills where he joined the Penn Hills Police Department in 1968 and served 31 years until his retirement in 1999. During his time with the department, he served as a Patrolman and Detective, advanced to the rank of Sergeant. He was an acting Lieutenant in his final year before retiring as Sergeant.
In his spare-time he loved deer hunting with family and friends, enjoyed golfing and day trips in the country with his wife, and road trips to visit his children and granddaughter. Following retirement, he began collecting and repairing 1950’s Era Western Toy Cap Guns which connected him to fellow enthusiasts around the country.
He selflessly devoted many of his final years to caring for his wife.
He was proceeded in death by his parents and brother Charles Lee Frank.
He is survived by his loving wife Marge, daughter Shelley (John) Pokrivka, son Robert (Carin) Frank, granddaughter Elizabeth “Beth” Pokrivka; step-grandchildren Adam (Charlea) Fullum, Thomas (Kayla) Fullum; step-great grandchildren Cameron, Reese, and Reagan Fullum; and his Sister Darlene Mozina.
Arrangements are being handled by William F. Gross Funeral Home Ltd. in Penn Hills, PA
A grave-side service for family and friends will be held at Plum Creek Cemetery, Plum, PA on Monday, December 14th at 1:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Saint Jude Hospital or Saint Joseph’s Indian School, Chamberlain, SD.
Colleen O. Sundy
Age 74, of Penn Hills, formerly of Uptown, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 9, 2020. Beloved wife of Joseph M. Sundy; mother of Lisa Sundy. She will be loved and missed by many nieces and nephews including Donna Cuda, Megan, Jason, Cassie, Bobby, Patty, Joe, Uncle Pat, Larry, and Nino. She will be loved and missed by all. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Hillman Cancer Center lUPMC Cancer Pavilion, Suite 1B 5150 Centre Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Tuesday, December 15, from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. A blessing service will be held on Wednesday, December 16, at 10 a.m. We will be following COVID-19 State guidelines.
Theresa M. Chianese
Age 96, of Penn Hills, passed away Monday, November 30, 2020. Beloved sister of the late Angeline Chianese and Anna Cushman, and five brothers and three sisters; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephew, and great-great- nieces and nephew.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 from 9:30 am until funeral prayers at 11:30 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Bartholomew Church at 12 pm. We will be following COVID-19 State guidelines.
Peggy Aliberti
Passed away, Sunday, November 29, 2020, with family by her side. Daughter of the late Thomas and Dorothy (Martin) Scott; sister to Bernice (late), Barbara, and Thomas Scott Jr.; devoted wife and soulmate of 56 years to Ray Aliberti; selfless mother and loving best friend to Tina (Craig) McMullen and Victoria (Mike) Dowling; adoring “Grammy” to Valerie, Nolan and granddog Bronx; loving aunt to numerous nieces and nephews.
Peggy’s favorite day was any day spent with those closest to her heart. Some of her most cherished memories were those made during visits to Notre Dame or traveling to support the Fighting Irish, adventures with Valerie and Nolan, taking care of her yard, spending time with her daughters and being anywhere or doing anything with Ray.
Private service and internment at Good Shepherd Cemetery.
Michael J. Banos,
Of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 22nd, 2020. He was born January 31st, 1956 to the late Leslie and Georgine Banos. He is survived by his daughter, Kira; ex-wife, Suzie; four siblings, Rob, Ed, Krissy, and Karen; and his beloved cat, Sally.
Michael spent most of his career working in videography at his shop, Cine-Photo. He also freelanced as a photographer for several area bands and worked at his second home, Excuses Bar and Grill, for many years.
Mikey, to his friends, was a skeptic and a cynic that always made you think; opinionated, but never forced it on others. He had a sublimely dry humor that was often unappreciated. Though not bestowed with riches, he was generous to those close to him with time, attention, and a wide shoulder. Proud and stubborn to a fault, he seldom asked for or accepted help.
He was a curious mind always looking to expand his trivia base. He was a lover of animals, almost never without a furry companion in his home. His love of eclectic music, old movies, animation from modern and past times, history of the world, and all things art carried into his equally informative and intellectual conversations. In his spare time, he loved gardening and watching any Pittsburgh sports team play.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking donations be made to PBS or Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh. Please check the Excuses website http://excusesbarandgrill.com or their Facebook page for a celebration of life announcement forthcoming.