William F. Gross

Gregory T. Somerville

Age 64, of Penn Hills, died suddenly on Monday, July 20, 2020. He was born to the late Agnes and John Somerville on January 4, 1956 in Pittsburgh. He is survived by loving partner, Linda Bonacci; father of Gregory “JR” Somerville; step-father of Kelly Moore; step-grandfather of Kaitlyn and Cameron Moore; brother of John Somerville and Faith Wilson; preceded in death by parents Agnes and John.

Gregory was a veteran of the US Navy and owner of S&S Home and Building Services. A forever optimist, he found joy in the small things in life. He loved his Harley and spending good times with friends and family. Unapologetically himself, his happy go lucky character embraced living each day to the fullest. Most of all, he wholeheartedly loved his family. His biggest pride and joy was celebrating JR’s many accomplishments and watching him become the beautiful person he is today.

Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Sunday, July 26, 2020, from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. Service and Interment Private with burial to take place in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. We will be following COVID-19 State guidelines and family requests everyone to please wear your mask.

James “Junior” Wesley Kennedy

Age 65, of Sharpsburg passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020. Beloved father of Zachary (Nicole) Kennedy and Jake (Lauren) Kennedy; grandfather of Roman, Brayden and Sophia; brother of John (Judy) Kennedy and Tammy (Sam) Guffey; also survived by countless meaningful friends. James was a proud U.S. Army Veteran.

Service and Interment Private

Helen Vasko

Age 94, of Verona, originally of Regent Square, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Bernard Vasko; mother of Larry (Chris) Vasko and Judy (Jim) Hopper; grandmother of Kate Vasko, Tara (Dennis) Hopper-Rice, Dan Vasko and David (Kristen) Hopper; great-grandmother of Emilia and Zachary Rice; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She retired from Bell Atlantic after working there for many years. She loved to play piano and had a love for people and the Lord. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, 4401 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15224.

Friends received in William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Thursday, July 23, 2020, from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. Service and Interment private. We will be following COVID-19 State guidelines.

Margaret Roberta Nese

Passed away peacefully in her home on Friday July 3^rd, 2020. Although she lived in Pittsburgh much of her life, she grew up with two sisters and four brothers in Lumberton, MS. To the world, Roberta was kind, generous and most importantly forgiving. To those who knew and loved her, she was simply Gram and she wore that title with pride.

At an early age, Roberta had dreams of becoming a stewardess so she could travel to new places. She found a better dream when she met the love of her life, Bud, became a mom and grandmother and still got to see much of the world.

She is preceded in death by her husband Joseph Anthony Nese, Jr.; parents, Braxton and Elnora Jones; three brothers B.B., Cecil and Jimmy Jones; and sister Dorothy Jones.

She is survived by her children Kathy Jo Nese, Debbie Ann Nese and Joseph Anthony Nese, III; her grandchildren Joie, Niki (Mark), David, Anthony (Antoinette), Alysha(Ric), Angela (Frank); great-grandchildren Julia, Aubrey, Anthony Jr., Chase, Carmella, Parker, Scarlett and Valentina; A sister Mary and Brother Roland(Shirley) and host of nieces and nephews

In the end, she fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith.

Funeral Service and Interment Private.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the charity of your choice.