Loraine (Yungwirth) Caligiuri
Age 61, of Verona, PA, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Born in Penn Hills to the late Joseph and Loretta (Burns) Yungwirth, Loraine was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched everyone around her.
She is survived by her husband David Caligiuri; children, David Caligiuri Jr., Angela (Anthony) Iorio, and Kyle Caligiuri; her cherished grandchildren, Anthony and Alyssa Iorio; and her extended grandchildren, Lucas, Dominic, and Benny, who all brought her endless joy.
Loraine is also survived by her beloved siblings Joseph (Linda) Yungwirth, Marie (Michael) Lisanti, John (Betty Lou) Yungwirth, Vincent (Terry) Yungwirth, Richard (Sue) Yungwirth, and Steve (Shelly) Yungwirth; and was preceded in death by her sister Diana (George) Kosco. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews who loved her dearly.
Affectionately known as “Grandma Hat”, Loraine loved spending time at the cottage, being outdoors, and taking trips to the beach. She was extremely active and proudly attended all of her family’s activities, cheering from the stands with a smile and full heart.
Friends and family will be received in William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Monday, November 17, 2025 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 11 a.m.
Thomas K. “Thom” Shepler
Age 72, of Penn Hills, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Beloved husband of 48 years to Michele Shepler; father of Cori (Andrew) Tray; grandfather of McKenna Grace Tray; son of the late William and Dorothy Shepler. Thomas worked in healthcare for 56 years; 33 years at St. Francis Hospital and 23 years at Tri Rivers Musculoskeletal Centers. He was an avid toy train collector, a member of the Train Collectors Association, and was instrumental in starting the local area Hi-Railers train group. He was the president of the Corvette Club of Western Pennsylvania and loved to drive his 2001, Z06 Corvette on sunny days. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to a cancer charity of your choice.
Friends and family will be received in William F Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Sunday, November 9, 2025 from 1 p.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 3:45 p.m.
Jeans and a sweatshirt are appropriate attire, per Thom.
Frances Grazia (Caputo) Yancy
Of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Wife of the late Agustus D. Yancy, Sr.; mother of Agustus D. “Gus” (Diane) Yancy, Jr., Theresa Maria Yancy, Carla Maria (Mark) Stanford and the late Christina Maria Yancy; grandmother of Nicholas, Daniel, Christopher, and Michael; step-grandmother of Alicia, Alexa, and DJ Condie; daughter of the late Ferdinando and Pia (DelFrate) Caputo; sister of the late Nancy Caputo, Norma J. DeRoma, and Mary G. “Babe” Sylvester.
Frances (Francesca) graduated from St. Mary’s of the Mount High School, then continued her education at Mount Mercy (Carlow University), where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Home Economics. Her first job was working at Mercy hospital as a Dietitian. It was there that she met her future husband, whom she had been married to for 18 years until his death.
Frances loved reading, an avid sports fan, gardening, and classic television shows. She loved cooking, baking, and teaching others family recipes, and reading multiple books at one time. Over the years, she has made close relationships with many people whom will miss her terribly, especially her laughter and smile.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Service and interment private.
Ruby B. Giles
Age 90, of Murrysville, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, Saturday, November 1, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Wardell Giles; mother of Marlon Giles, Leimond Giles, and Deirdre Giles; sister of Ruth Outler and several other late siblings. Also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was a very special woman that was deeply loved by her family and friends.
Service and interment private
Joseph E. “Joe” Santoquido
Age 96, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025. He is survived by his daughters Christina Constantine and Anita Boehm, his beloved grandchildren Jenifer, John (Allie), and Luke Boehm, and great-grandchildren Matthew, Alexandra Josephine and Gwendolyn Boehm. Joe was preceded in death by his sisters Nancy Downs and Sara Paravati; and brother Anthony (Babe) Santaguida. He was the longtime loving companion of Dottie Manning.
Joe was formerly from Larimer Avenue, Morningside and finally Verona where he was a long-time member of the Verona Eagles 1634.
Joe proudly served our country in the Army actively fighting in the Korean War where he received two Bronze Stars.
Friends and family will be received in William F Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Monday, November 3, 2025 from 1-7 p.m. A Blessing Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. followed by a burial at Mount Carmel Catholic Cemetery.