Michael Ventrone
Age 97, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2020. Husband of the late Frances Ventrone, father of Michael A. (Cindy) Ventrone, grandfather to Amanda (David) Staymates, and great-grandfather to Angelina Staymates. Mike treasured all his many nieces and nephews, especially Michael (Erin) DeLeonibus, whom he had the privilege of watching grow up right next door.
He was a US Army veteran of World War II, where he survived Normandy and returned home to marry Frances. Later he was a subcontractor with The Pittsburgh Press. He retired from a supervisory position at the Monroeville Mall Food Court at 89 years of age. Loved by all, Mike was a quiet man who never met a stranger. He was known for his dry wit, devotion to family, and easy going attitude. Due to COVID-19 service and interment will be private. Arrangements by William F. Gross Funeral Home Ltd.
James P. Cannon
Age 71, of Kennedy Township, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020. Beloved husband of Sandy; father of Jennifer (Robert) Guerrera; grandfather of Stella and Mara; son of the late Thomas and Rita Cannon; brother of Sister Kathleen OP, Thomas Jr. (Mary), Daniel, Paul (Sondra), Mimi, Colleen (Rege) O’Hara, Patrick (Maria), Susan (Mark) Reyer, and the late Kevin. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation 230 East Ohio Street Suite 500 Chicago, IL 60611.
Helen Vasko
Age 94, of Verona, originally of Regent Square, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Bernard Vasko; mother of Larry (Chris) Vasko and Judy (Jim) Hopper; grandmother of Kate Vasko, Tara (Dennis) Hopper-Rice, Dan Vasko and David (Kristen) Hopper; great-grandmother of Emilia and Zachary Rice; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She retired from Bell Atlantic after working there for many years. She loved to play piano and had a love for people and the Lord. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, 4401 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15224.
Friends received in William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Thursday, July 23, 2020, from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. Service and Interment private. We will be following COVID-19 State guidelines.
Gregory T. Somerville
Age 64, of Penn Hills, died suddenly on Monday, July 20, 2020. He was born to the late Agnes and John Somerville on January 4, 1956 in Pittsburgh. He is survived by loving partner, Linda Bonacci; father of Gregory “JR” Somerville; step-father of Kelly Moore; step-grandfather of Kaitlyn and Cameron Moore; brother of John Somerville and Faith Wilson; preceded in death by parents Agnes and John.
Gregory was a veteran of the US Navy and owner of S&S Home and Building Services. A forever optimist, he found joy in the small things in life. He loved his Harley and spending good times with friends and family. Unapologetically himself, his happy go lucky character embraced living each day to the fullest. Most of all, he wholeheartedly loved his family. His biggest pride and joy was celebrating JR’s many accomplishments and watching him become the beautiful person he is today.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Sunday, July 26, 2020, from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. Service and Interment Private with burial to take place in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. We will be following COVID-19 State guidelines and family requests everyone to please wear your mask.
James “Junior” Wesley Kennedy
Age 65, of Sharpsburg passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020. Beloved father of Zachary (Nicole) Kennedy and Jake (Lauren) Kennedy; grandfather of Roman, Brayden and Sophia; brother of John (Judy) Kennedy and Tammy (Sam) Guffey; also survived by countless meaningful friends. James was a proud U.S. Army Veteran.
Service and Interment Private