Timothy “Dick” Frye
Age 81, of Penn Hills, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023. Father of Richard Charles Frye, Jr., Patricia Yeager, and the late Janet Betar/Eckenrode; grandfather of William and David Frye, Sarah Settlemyer of Penn Hills, Michael Dunne of Pittsburgh, Jamie Eckard, Patricia Eckard, the late Laura Imler, Joan Betar, Ashley Frye, Janet Lahr and Stephanie Lahr of Altoona; great-grandfather of Legacy Queen, Dezyre Queen, Aubree Frye, and Kobe Frye of Penn Hills, Aiden Eckard, Amario and Kandi Case, Jayceon Imler, Malaki, Summer, Draden Jones, Junior and Regan of Altoona; brother of Patricia Hall of Harrisburg. Timothy loved hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He used to go to the Shotgun Shoots. He was a proud Navy Veteran.
Service and Interment private.
Frank “Pap” Cinefra
Born May 4, 1953, in Pittsburgh, beloved father and grandfather Frank “Pap” Cinefra passed away Friday, November 10, 2023, at his home in Penn Hills.
Frank is survived by his daughter Lindsey (Brian) Haberl and grandchildren Rowan and Aria, sons Michael (Shiloh Gauthier) and Christopher (Chelsea Koontz) Cinefra, and many extended family members and friends. Frank is predeceased by his wife, Deborah Stockey Cinefra, his brother, Gary Cinefra, and his sister, Sandra Nicassio.
Frank was a lifelong resident of Verona and graduate of Penn Hills High School, class of 1971, and the University of Pittsburgh, class of 1976. On May 2, 1975, Frank married his sweetie, Debbie, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Verona.
Frank, taught by his father, started working for John Ruscella at the East Liberty furniture and upholstery studio in 1973. As Frank honed his skills under John's mentorship, he excelled in all aspects of the craft, from constructing frames to fabric cutting and spring tying. Eventually, Frank took charge of production, quality assurance, and a team of 6 employees at the shop. By the mid-80's, Frank had become the sole owner of Ruscella's Fine Upholstery. In 2018, Frank "semi-retired" from the business and his sons now operate Ruscella's in Verona, preserving the family name.
Frank, a skilled handyman and avid fan of the Steelers and Pirates, was known for his deep laugh and gentle demeanor. In addition, Frank’s meatloaf couldn’t be beat. But don’t ask for the recipe. Frank never followed one. He measured with his heart.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lupus Foundation of America, 2121 K Street, NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20037, Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011 Washington, DC 20090, or Parkinson’s Foundation, 100 South Commons Suite 102, Pittsburgh, PA 15212.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Friday, November 17, 2023 from 9 a.m. until the time of the Blessing Service at 10 a.m. Interment will immediately follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, 8th Street, Verona, PA 15147.
Robert D. Ariondo
Age 60, of Penn Hills, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, October 31, 2023. Beloved son of Mary (Sullivan) and the late Salvatore “Sam” Ariondo; brother of Sam Ariondo, Terry (Todd Daly) Giordano, Cassie (Frank) Sciulli and the late JoAnn Ariondo; loving uncle of Nicole Ariondo, Frank, Anthony, and the late Ashley Giordano, Angela Catullo, Michael, and Amanda Sciulli; great uncle of William Monroe, Santino Ariondo, Albert Clark, and the special Kennedy Delgado. Bob loved the outdoors and caring for the wildlife. He will be dearly missed by those that knew him. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Humane Animal Rescue Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, 6000 Verona Rd., Verona, PA 15147.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Friday, November 3, 2023 from 4- 8 p.m. Funeral prayers will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish St. Susanna Church 200 Stotler Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15235 at 10 a.m.
Mark C. Baker
Age 62, of Plum Borough, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 9, 2023. Beloved husband of Michele (Mastay) Baker; father of Ryan Baker; brother of Carrie Stilphen and Spencer Baker. Also survived by nieces and nephews.
Service and Interment Private.
Robert J. “Turfer” Korff
Age 71, passed away peacefully Sunday, October 29, 2023. Son of the late Patrick and Emilie Korff; husband of Nelmarie; father of Rob (Kelley) Korff, Patrick (Stacylynn) Korff, Lisa Korff, and Cody Korff; step-father of Jimmy Moore; grandfather of Robert III, Doryian, Caleb, Britney, Layla, Addie, and Rocky; great-grandfather of Bre’Lyn; brother of Patricia (Mike) McClafferty; uncle of Michael McClafferty, Jr. and Shawn McClafferty. He is predeceased by his best friend Joseph “Pizon” Caltagirone. Also survived by his canine companion Rosie. He is a retired route manager for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the family’s Go Fund Me page, https://www.gofundme.com/f/robert-bob-korff-sr?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet-first-launch&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Sunday, December 17, 2023 from 2-4 p.m. A celebration of life ceremony will take place at Penn Hills Alliance Church, 7605 Saltsburg Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15239 at 4:45 p.m.