Alberta Rose Schafer (Papale)
Passed peacefully on Wednesday, January 19, 2017 at her home with her family near her side. Alberta was 98 years old. Beloved wife of the late Homer Schafer Sr; mother of Diane (Tim) Pittman, Homer (Denice) Schafer, Jr., Elizabeth (Tom) Stilley, Alberta (Pat) Ward, Cheryl (Ken) Aiken, George (Tracey) Schafer. Our mother was blessed with loving grandchildren, Lisa, Jeremy, Jaison, Michael, Jimmy, Cara, Kenny Jr, Jessica and Taylor; Great-grandchildren, Caleb, Joshua, Jordan, Seth, Anne, Logan and Landon. As a family, we were so very blessed to have had our mother with us so many wonderful years. She will be missed dearly; but our faith tells us that she is at peace now. God received his newest angel.
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 Wednesday at 10 a.m. Visitation Tuesday only 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
Marcia Nanci
Age 74, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 1st, 2017. She is survived by her husband, James Nanci; son Joshua (Erin) Nanci; grandchildren, Jay and Eli; brother, Darrell Travis; many nieces and nephews; and dog, Cobi. Marcia was born on May 18th, 1942 in Pittsburgh, PA. She was a 1960 graduate of Wilmerding High School. She later married James Nanci on August 1st, 1964.
Marcia was an accomplished dog breeder and owner of several dog show champions, including I Have a Dream (Dreamer), the winner of the Working Group at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City in 1990. Marcia truly lived life to the fullest and enjoyed cooking, fashion, decorating, reading, chatting with friends and family, and spending time with her two grandsons. She will be forever loved and remembered.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 10 a.m. for a memorial Blessing Service with a reception to follow for close friends and family to celebrate Marcia’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the UPMC Cancer Pavilion, Suite 1B 5150 Centre Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15232 or a local animal shelter.
Annunzio R. Stellitano
Age 93, died peacefully, Monday, January 2, 2017, with his sons at his bedside. He was born on January 24, 1923, in Sharpsburg. After marrying Jean (Rinchiuso) in 1964, they resided in the Penn Hills area for over 50 years. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his beloved wife of 52 years, Jean; his loving sons Michael (Anita), and Leonard (Domenica); cherished grandchildren Isabella and Juliana; siblings Mary Napoli, Theresa Urso, Joe Petrone and the late Mary Procopio; and many nieces and nephews.
He was a proud World War II Veteran Serving as a US Army Infantryman in the Philippines and as a member of the Allied Occupation force in Japan. During that time he earned the Combat Infantryman’s badge and The Bronze Star medal. Annunzio worked for the US post Office for 40 years and finished his career in the Penn Hills Branch. He followed our Lord Jesus and was a devoted member of St. Bartholomew’s church in Penn Hills for over 50 years. Annunzio was a humble and loving person who left a legacy of faith to his children.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Friday 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Bartholomew Church, 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation, 4401 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224
John Ivan
Age 95, of Penn Hills, on January 1, 2017. Survived by his loving wife of 57 years Phyllis (Naylor); father of John N. and G. Paul Ivan; grandfather of Paul Martin Ivan; brother of Lorranie Hanson and the late Helen Cross, Mary Meyers and Ann Hubert; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. John was a former employee of Westinghouse. In lieu of flowers contributions acknowledged to American Diabetes Association, 2 Chatham Center, Suite 1520, 112 Washington Place Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15219
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills where a funeral service will be held on Friday at 7 p.m. Visitation with the family Friday 4-7 p.m.
Eleanor A. Chalfant
Age 76, of Penn Hills, passed on her birthday December 31, 2016. Preceded in death by her sibling Rosemary Chalfant. Survived by several cousins and friends.
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 Thursday at 11 a.m. Visitation Thursday 9-11 a.m.