John G. “Jack” Wisnoski, Jr.
Age 88, of Penn Hills, born January 17, 1930, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 4, 2018.
Son of the late John and Marie Colette (Petersheim) Wisnoski; beloved husband of Elinor Wisnoski of 59 years; dedicated and caring father of Marie (Tom) Berg, Joyce (Jeff) O’Neill, David (Iris) Wisnoski and John (Paige) Wisnoski; cherished grandfather of Jennifer, Jeffrey, Sean, Theresa, Gwen and Claire; brother of the late Richard (Catherine) and David Wisnoski.
Jack’s early life challenges with degenerative eye disorder (Keratoconus) pioneered medical advancements starting with his first surgery by Dr. Raymond Castroviejo in 1945 which was the foundation to the world-wide adoption of Cornea Transplantation.
Jack continued with more eye surgeries and became involved with the establishment of the Medical Eye Bank of Western Pennsylvania which led to him becoming the Chairman of the Board for the Medical Eye Bank in 1992.
He worked as an automobile mechanic for Cochran Pontiac for 20 years and then became a financial planner for his last working years.
Elinor would like to mention a heartfelt thanks to Paul and Marie Weir for their assistance during this challenging time.
Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Jack’s life on Sunday November 11, 2018. at the William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Rd.) Pittsburgh, PA 15235 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St Susanna Church, 200 Stotler Road, Pgh. 15235 Monday, 10 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer a memorial donation in Jack’s name to be made to the Eye and Ear Foundation 203 Lothrop Street Ste. 251 Pittsburgh, PA 15213.
Ronald S. Strzelecki
Age 80, of Penn Hills, on Sunday, November 4, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Antoinette “Toni”; father of Judith (Jeffrey) Pavlinsky, Edward (Cathy) Strzelecki; grandfather of Kelly, Kevin and Kara McNamee and Julia and Jennifer Strzelecki; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and his loving dog, Angel
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Thursday 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in Mount Saint Peter Church, New Kensington PA, 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the family to set up masses.
Dolores Jean Lamonna
Age 82, of Penn Hills, passed away Tuesday, October 30, 2018. Beloved mother of Lisa (Michael) Waite; Leslie and Lee Lamonna; grandmother of Tiffany Seese, Steve Waite, Matthew Waite, Danielle Ferrante and Julie Cerra; great-grandmother of five; sister of June Anthony and Nancy Miller. Dolores was a legislative assistant for State Representative Anthony DeLuca for numerous years. In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial donation to the Alzheimer’s Association 1100 Liberty Ave Suite E 201, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills Thursday from 3 p.m. until the time of the service at 7 p.m. Interment Private.
Carmela Romeo (Imbarlina)
Of Highland Park, passed away on Saturday, November 3, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Giovanni; mother of Maria Garcia; grandmother of Carmella, Alicia, Giovanni, Lucia and Adamo and the Late Eduardo; also survived by many great-grandchildren; sister of Domenico Imbarlina; aunt of Rocco DiDomenico, Giacomo Lazzara, Palma Lamenza, Giuseppe Imberlina, Giovanni Imbarlina, Pasquale, Giuseppe DiDomenico, Maria C. Donnangelo and Victoria Sande.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Wednesday 9:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Raphael Church, 10 a.m.
Sylvia A. Kopay
Of Penn Hills,originally born in Pikeville, Kentucky passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Albert; mother of Gregory Kopay and Anita Irwin; grandmother of Kimberly Barnette; great-grandmother of Corrigan Adkins; sister of Larry Pinson and the late Hartman, Rockman, Lloyd and Lois Pinson. Sylvia was a member of Rolling Hills Baptist Church.
Friends will be received at the William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Pittsburgh, PA 15235 where a service will be held Friday at 12 p.m. Visitation Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.