Lois M. Wilson
Age 92, On Wednesday September 20, 2017 God took his faithful servant Lois to her home in heaven. Lois was a women of immense pride, unwavering faith in God and was fiercely independent. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Archie Wilson (1993). Lois was born in Braddock, PA, raised her family in Penn Hills and lived her last few years in Level Green, PA. She attended Holiday Park United Methodist Church. Beloved mother of William (Barbara), Barry (Paulette), and Bob (Maria); grandmother of eight; great-grandmother of 11; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. at Holiday Park United Methodist Church, 81 Sandune Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15239. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers please consider contributing in her memory to Faith in Action 1 Municipal CT. Harrison City, PA 15636.
Carl J. Elko
Age 82, of Verona, on Sunday, September 17, 2017. Beloved husband of Kathleen for 35 years; father of Kevin (Kathy) Elko, Patricia Scheuring and William (Debbie) Scheuring; grandfather of Kevin Elko, Jr., Amy Harris, Helen and Charles Scheuring; brother of Mary Alice (George) Oeler and the late Bernie (Surviving Spouse Sara Ann) Elko; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received at the William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235 Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Friday at 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Baptist Church 10 a.m.
Age 90, of Murrysville, formerly of Penn Hills, passed peacefully with the angels on September 9, 2017. Beloved wife of 70 years of John (Jack) Leavy; mother of John (Cindy), Wendy Meadows, the late Joan Harmon (Jeffrey), and Paul (Linda); loving Nana of eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Betty loved family get-togethers, the beach and cruises, and was a firm believer in God's Amazing Grace. Friends and family will be received on Tuesday, September 12, 2017, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi road), Penn Hills. A Blessing Service will be held Wednesday 10 a.m. at Unity Community Church, 215 Unity Trestle Road, Plum. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children - Erie Unit, c/o Syria Shrine, 1877 Shriners Way Cheswick, PA 15024, or Unity Community Church. Family extends special thanks to the caring staff of Brookdale, Murrysville, and Bridges Hospice Care.
Robert M Pascoe
Age 83, formally from Whitehall borough, born in Greensburg, PA Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 13, 2017. Husband of 59 years to Caroline (Claybour); father to Vincent (Gina) Pascoe and Carla (Sharon Levine) Pascoe; grandfather to Vincent and Gino Pascoe; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Robert’s life started alone and without guidance he overcame many challenges. After high school he went into the navy, completed college in 3 years and improved every aspect of his life. His family was the most important part of his life and one of his biggest joys came from his grandchildren. Robert will always be remembered for his motto; “the word “can’t” is never part of English language” and he always believed in second chances. His family pays this tribute to him, one of the strongest, passionate people you would ever meet. He opened his heart to people in need.
In lieu of flowers please consider contributions to The American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15205.
Friends and family will be received on Sunday, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. at WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road), Penn Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Irenaeus Church, Monday, 10 a.m. 387 Maryland Ave. Oakmont, 15139 EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH.
Age 78, of Penn Hills, on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Beloved wife of Ralph; mother of Debbie Thomas and Christopher (Julie) Dripps; grandmother of A.J. Thomas and Johnny Thomas; sister of Micky Ortenzo, JoAnn Duda and Joseph Ortenzo. Friends received in WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Thursday, September 7th 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Friday 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. John the Baptist Church 10 a.m.