William F. Gross

William E. "Bill" Miller

Age 79, of Penn Hills, Passed away Saturday, April 29, 2023. Beloved husband of Christine (Cavanaugh) Miller; father of Christopher (Carol) Miller and Andrew Miller; grandfather of Luke, Nate and Eve Miller; brother of Evelyn (Late James) Ward; uncle of Kathi Krause and James Ward. Bill was lucky to be survived by numerous devoted friends and neighbors. He was a gourmet cook, known for his wit and humor, and an avid gardener. Bill was a mentor to the school children whom he drove in several school districts. He was a longtime employee of HarbisonWalker International Refractories, more recently known as HWI. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hillman Cancer Center and UPMC Seneca for their care.

In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial donation to the Hillman Cancer Center or a charity of your choice. A Blessing service and military honors will be held at a later date.

Swan A. Browning

Age 94, formerly of Penn Hills, Mr. “B” passed away Friday, April 14, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Blanche; father of Patrick (Rose), David, and Susan (Rex) Ramsier; grandfather of Derek and Katelyn Browning, Ian, Brett, Jill, Anna and Eric Ramsier; brother of Alice Rogers and Vashti Cosgrove.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Preceded In death by daughter Jamie (Eugene) Finley and siblings Loretta Hunt, Blanche Slippy, James Browning, Barbara Fleegle, Glenn, and John Browning.

Friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.) Penn Hills, on Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 10 a.m. until the time of the blessing service at 11:30 a.m.

Roman “Ray” Leonard Jendrasik

Age 93, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2023, in Charleston, SC. Born and raised in the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA, Roman was a proud Army veteran and served in the Korean War from 1951-52, where he was awarded a Purple Heart. The son of Polish immigrants, Roman was proud of his heritage, teaching his daughters and grandchildren his favorite Polish slang and enjoying the occasional meal of kielbasa and pierogies.

Roman was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, and met his beloved wife, the late Dolores (Dee) Jendrasik, by chance during a rainstorm after a neighborhood dance. They were married 66 years before her passing in 2017.

After his time in the Army, Roman had a long career as an electrical draftsman, working on numerous steel mill projects throughout the Pittsburgh area. In retirement, he continued his hardworking ways as a handyman throughout his Penn Hills neighborhood, fixing doors, locks, and any other odd or end in need of repair. Roman was a proud member of the Korean War Veterans Association of Western Pennsylvania.

Four years ago, he relocated to Charleston, SC to be closer to his daughters. Roman slowly grew to appreciate the lowcountry lifestyle, though he remained a die-hard Pittsburgh sports fan, especially his beloved (and beleaguered) Pittsburgh Pirates. Whether recounting Gunsmoke and Bonanza reruns or spinning a tale with one of his stories, Roman was known for his quick sense of humor and a deep love and dedication to his family.

He is survived by the family with whom he loved to spend time, children, Linda (David) Rodgers-Scribner, Karen (James) Petrucelli, and Jennifer (late Chris) Fedele; sister Irene Abel (late Enos); grandchildren Adam (Gina), Alex, Mandi (Corey), Alee (Brian), Tyler (Kelby), Stephen (Jordan) and Faith; Shamus (Rachel), Emilie (Matt) and the late Aimee; numerous great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. In addition to his parents, Roman was predeceased by wife Dolores, and siblings Helen Baum, Alfred Jendrasik, and Butchie Jendrasik.

Friends will be received at the William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road, on Monday, May 1, 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Susanna Church (Christ the Divine Shepherd) at 200 Stotler Road in Penn Hills. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in his name to the Korean War Veterans Association (PO Box 407, Charleston, IL 61920). Or visit http://www.kwva.org/in_memoriam/in_memoriam.asp

George (Woody) J. Wood

Passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023 at UMPC East Hospital at the age of 85. George passed away peacefully after many years of painful suffering with Cancer. By his side was his beloved Wife Justina (Judy) Wood of 65 years, his son Mark and Daughter-in-Law Diane.

George was always so proud of his humble beginning being from North Bessemer, PA. He was the last of the Five (5) Wood brothers he would say. George, missing his brothers always, can finally be with them again. And all who knew the “Wood Boys” know that heaven will become a much louder place.

Daughter, Julianna who passed away in 2019, will be there to welcome her Father into Heaven. George is also survived by his grandsons, Joshua and Daniel Clare, sister-in-law Lorraine Wood, and many nieces and nephews.

George loved golf, bowling, softball, the Steelers, and just life as a whole. He spent many years bartending at Little Tony’s Restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh. He was filled with laughter, jokes and so many stories of his life. He also spent more that 40 years in the sign business.

George was most proud of his military service. In the Unites States Army, George became attached and was a member of the 101^st Airborne Division. Missing his Airborne jumps he celebrated it skydiving one more time.

George was loved and respected and will be genuinely missed by everyone who knew him. George will once again find his place in the sky.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.