Nancy E. Galeza
Age 89, of Penn Hills, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Harry C. Galeza; mother of Daniel, Tim (Debbie), and John Galeza; grandmother of Heather, Aubrey, and Valerie; great grandmother of Tommy, Ana, Arye, Lily, and Veda; aunt of Terry Klazer. She was a loving mother and had a deep love for animals, especially her many dogs over the years. “For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain” Philippians 1:21. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Animal Friends at 562 Camp Horne Road Pittsburgh, PA 15237 or the Humane Animal Rescue at 6926 Hamilton Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15208.
A memorial service will be held at a later date that is to be determined.
Raymond J. “Radio Ray” Cichoski, Jr.
Age 54, of Verona, Passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021. Beloved husband of Traci; father of Raymond J. Cichoski, III; brother of Mary (Jack) Tarr, Patricia, (Tom) Wilson, and Carol (Joe) Poli; also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and a great-great niece. “Radio Ray” worked as a radio repairman for the Pittsburgh Port Authority. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Family and friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home at 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) in Penn Hills on Wednesday, January, 13 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Funeral prayers will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, January, 14 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish, St. Bernadette Church at 10:00 a.m. We will be following COVID-19 state guidelines.
Mary Grace O’Brien
Age 93, of Penn Hills, Passed away Thursday January 7, 2021. Beloved wife of the Late John T O’Brien; mother of John (Lori), Gary, Steve (Sandy), and Dave (Lori) O’Brien; grandmother of Michael, Jennifer, Christina, Greg, and Breanna; great-grandmother of Madison, Alexis, Aiden, Declan, Maci, Mary Grace, Shaelyn, Rylie, Everly, Izabella, Kayla, Claire, and Hannah. In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial donation to the American Heart Association, 444 Liberty Ave #1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.
Family and friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home at 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) in Penn Hills on Monday, January 11, 2021 from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at 11 a.m.. We will be following COVID-19 state guidelines.
Richard “Rich” H. Leffler
Age 74, of Penn Hills, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Pennwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Wilkinsburg. Born August 31, 1946, in Pittsburgh, to his late parents; Vincent L. Leffler and Frances C. Leffler (Sanker). He is survived by siblings Vincent F. (Mary A.) Leffler Yvonne (the late Paul) Rathgeb and the late Anthony James Leffler, Frances R. Feldmeier, and M. Patricia Shibble. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. He was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and he served in the United States Navy. Rich was an avid reader of the History of the United States of America. He was an active member of AA for over 45 years and a founding member of the Camel Club in Penn Hills. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Camel Club at 6241 Saltsburg Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235 or to the Department of Disabled Veterans at PO Box 14301 Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.
Service and interment will be private due to COVID-19. Arrangements by William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd.
William “Bill” M. Wilson
William (Bill) Wilson passed into our Lords arms January 6th, 2021 and was reunited with his parents Arch and Lois Wilson. Bill is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 49 years, Barbara Wilson, as well as three children: Bill (Kim) of Brentwood, TN, Jodi Zimmer (Tom Toddy) of Verona, PA, and Lori Baleno (Charles) of Plum, PA.
He loved and was adored by his grandchildren: Billy (Kati), Cameron, JJ, Kaylie, Bella, and Charlie. Bill is also survived by two brothers, Barry (Paulette) and Bobby (Maria) and numerous nephews, nieces, and great-nephews/nieces that he loved and was proud of.
Bill graduated from Penn Hills High School in 1965, served the US Army in Vietnam. He led a successful career in the furniture industry, and was widely known and respected for his work. He was also a member of the masons and served as a deacon in his church.
Bill will be missed by many, as he had so many great friends. He enjoyed golf and always had time to smoke a cigar. His family appreciates your prayers, as we love him and will miss him dearly. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Toys for Tots at 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive, Triangle, VA 22172 or to a Veteran’s charity of your choice.
Family and friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home at 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) in Penn Hills on Sunday, January, 10 from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. A private funeral service will be held with interment at Plum Creek Cemetery. We will be following COVID-19 state guidelines.