William F. Gross

Joan M. Honsperger (Anschuetz)

Age 64, of Penn Hills, passed away Thursday, June 14, 2018. Beloved wife of Douglas; mother of Sabrina (Bob) George, Michael (Debbie), and Kenny Honsperger; grandmother of Gwendolyn, Abigail, Bethany, Breanna and Isabella; sister of Mary Anne (the late Bryce) Davis and Donna (John) Roney. In Lieu of flowers please consider a memorial donation to the American Kidney Fund, 2403 Sidney St #230, Pittsburgh, PA 15203.

Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. Visitation Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.

Richard P. Arturo

Age 87, of Churchill, died peacefully in his sleep on June 14, 2018. It was the 66^th wedding anniversary of his marriage to his late, beloved wife, Joanne Arturo. They had honeymooned in Erie, Pa, and often visited there in the autumn of each year. Born in Lawrenceville in 1930, he lived in Stanton Heights, Penn Hills (1960 – 2000), and Churchill. In 1949, he began his career as a Buyer for the Joseph Horne Company. He went on to work in television and luggage sales during the store’s ownership of Lazarus and Macy’s, always at their flagship location in downtown Pittsburgh. He retired after 43 years and went on to use his skills as a craftsman. He was an expert carpenter and electrician, doing small construction jobs building decks, porch roofs, and room additions while working with friend and contractor Anthony (Cus) Castelli. He was a Korean War veteran (stationed in Germany) and an expert marksman, having led Central Catholic’s Rifle Team in the late 1940s, and often winning his Company’s marksman competitions while in Germany. He was a wine connoisseur and enjoyed visiting wineries around the world to add to his impressive collection. He was much appreciated for his uncanny ability to choose the perfect wine with each meal. He was a loving father and is survived by his children Christine (Bahram Mahbod), Jack (Heidi), Rick (Audrey), David (Christine Camsuzou), and Jeffrey, grandchildren Jonathan Arturo, Lindsey Arturo, Eugenie Arturo, and Andrea Arturo.

Friends will be received at the William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235 Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Tuesday at 9:30am. Mass of Christian Burial at St John Fisher Church 10 a.m.

Veronica “Verne” H. Litzinger

Age 87, of Penn Hills, on Monday, June 11, 2018. Beloved wife of the late John R.; mother of JoAnne (Mac) McElligott, Janice Israel, Joel (Cheryl), Jeffrey (Susan), Jay and the late John, Jr. and Capt. James Litzinger USAF; also survived by 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grand and one great-great-grandchild. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to a charity of your choice.

Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Thursday 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Gerard Majella Church, 11:30 a.m.