Bridgette Michelle Connor Zeibak
Age 42, of Penn Hills, PA, passed away peacefully at home, Friday, October 4, 2024, after a brave and unwavering battle with brain cancer. Her journey was one of immense strength, resilience, and love for her family. Born on February 20, 1982, in Erie, PA, Bridgette was the daughter of James E. Connor and Michelle R. Connor (nee Bocianowski.) She was the mother of three daughters, Rosslyn, Maggie, and Schuyler. Her deepest fear in leaving this world was not being able to watch them grow, and be there for them, but her love will forever live on in their hearts.
Bridgette’s life was marked by kindness, caring, and a fierce dedication to those she loved. A graduate of Strong Vincent High School in Erie and a former student of Edinboro University, she followed her beloved Lyon to California before they settled in Penn Hills, PA. For nearly a decade, she worked diligently in corporate banking at Dollar Bank.
Bridgette had a spirit that embraced life’s joys, no matter how big or small. She found thrills in horror movies and enjoyed the powerful pulse of heavy metal music. She cherished family gatherings, holidays, and celebrating her Irish heritage at the Pittsburgh Irish Festival. She enjoyed spending time with neighbors in Crescent Hills and she sought connection and creativity through her love of Dungeons and Dragons, where she regularly met with friends at the Penn Hills Library. Above all, Bridgette was an extraordinary mother, wife, and friend—selfless and generous to all who knew her. Her family misses her dearly. Her life, though cut far too short, left an imprint on everyone she touched—a testament to her unshakable love, loyalty, and charm.
She is preceded in death by her father, James Connor, and her sister Shannon Gajda, whose memories she held close. She leaves behind her beloved husband Lyon Zeibak, her daughters, her mother Michelle Connor, brother Ryan Connor, and many extended family members, including her uncle Mike Bocianowski, aunt Vikki Connor, aunt Bev Sutton (Ron), and cousin Dawn Johnson (Tim Sheehan.)
Bridgette will be laid to rest at Mt. Hope Cemetery in a private ceremony. Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Sunday, October 13, 2024 from 1 p.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 2:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, she requested donations be made to The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund, 12400 Ventura Blvd, #837, Studio City, CA 91604 or to the family to help with funeral expenses.
Charles James (Jimmy) Peters, Jr.
Passed away Thursday, September 26,2024. He was born on October 15, 1937 in Jeannette, Pennsylvania and was the son of the late Charles James Peters Sr and Pauline Peters. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings Barbara Ochoa, Ronald Peters, Alan Peters and Charlene Peters.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra (Caprino) and four children, Pauline Peters (Nick Gongolas), Charie Laskey (Jeffrey), Charles James Peters III (Elizabeth), and Matt Peters (Vijaya). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Adam and Ashley Peters, Jacob and Corey Laskey, step-grandchildren Katelyn and Ronald Geary, step-great- granddaughters Harper and Ivy Geary, and several nieces and nephews.
Jimmy was a very hardworking man his entire life and enjoyed spending time with his family, loved being out in the woods on his property, and never turned down a trip to get a few scoops of chocolate ice cream.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the American Cancer Society, 106 Merchant Ln., Pittsburgh, PA 15205.
Service and interment private. Arrangements by William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd.
Ida Jean (Collins) Totaro
Of Pittsburgh, died peacefully Monday, September 23, 2024 at the age of 77. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Earl Jordan, son Michael Joseph (Amy) and daughter Wendy Lynn Totaro; stepchildren Earl Jordan Jr, Jodi Tariq (Hakim) Kareem Jordan; brother Glenn Collins (Joyce) and grandchildren Christina, Cullen, Angelina, Jawhara (Elliot), Tajah, Mojave, Kareem Jr, and Skye; as well as many nieces and nephews who she adored and of course her dog Wookie. She was "Mom" and "Grandma" to so many others who loved her. She was preceded in death by both parents Albert and Rose Collins; sisters Kay Pahel, Lois Powala and brother Albert Collins III.
Ida spent so many years taking care of others as a registered nurse. She fought for those patients who could not fight for themselves. She was compassionate, caring and made all of those around her a priority over herself.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75248.
Service and interment private.
Mary Lutz
Passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024. She was born on September 30,1959 to Edwin and Regina Lutz. She was sister to Lawrence and Robert and also James and Edwin both deceased. Mary was a Girl Scout, participated in Special Olympics and was a longtime employee of Milestone. Mary was a gentle and loving soul who will be missed by her nieces, sisters in law, grandnephews and grandniece. Rest in Peace Mary.
Service and interment private.
Anthony Baleno
Age 92, of Murrysville, formerly of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 22, 2024. Beloved husband of Theresa B. (Capone) Baleno; brother of the late Dominick (surviving Mary) Baleno, Angelo (Lena) Baleno, Ann (Marty) Mahoney, Angela (Tony) Gigliotti, and Josephine Baleno; brother-in-law of Lena (the late James, Sr.) End and the late Richard Capone and John (Ann) Capone; son of the late Gaetano and Sue Baleno. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to St. Jude, P.O. Box 1999, Memphis, TN 38101.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 10:30 a.m. until the time of Funeral Prayers at 11:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at Holy Family Parish Our Lady of Joy Church, 2000 O’Block Road Plum, PA 15239 at 12:30 p.m.