Richard Dean “Dick” Holm
Age 80, of Penn Hills, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024. Beloved husband of 55 years of Pat; father of Michele (Richard) Zula of North Huntingdon and David (the late Jessica) Holm; grandfather of Elias, George, Owen, Benjamin, Abigail, Richard, Jr., and Aidah; brother of Kenneth (Barb) of Quincy, IL and Sandra Mills of Bakersfield, CA. He graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and continued his education through the University of Pittsburgh to obtain his Master’s Degree. He spent 40 years working at Westinghouse Research and Development in Churchill and was a consultant for Siemen’s until he retired. He was an eagle scout and enjoyed playing tennis, bike riding, photography (especially of his grandchildren’s activities), and wood working. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Susan G. Komen Foundation, 13770 Noel Road, Suite 801889 Dallas, TX 75380 or to Mon/Yough Trail Council (MYTC), P.O. Box 14 McKeesport, PA 15135.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Thursday, August 1, 2024 from 4-8 p.m. a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish St. Susanna Church 200 Stotler Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15235 on Friday, August 2, 2024 at 10 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH.
Douglas E. “Doug” Wing
Age 67, of Penn Hills, originally of Apollo, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family Thursday, July 25, 2024. Beloved husband of Dawn; father of Josh (Amy) Wing, Jacob (Sarah) Wing, and the late Brian and Brandon Wing; grandfather of Teyghan, Jebediah, and Nathanyal; brother of Laura Shoemaker, Rob Wing, and the late Keith Wing. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Doug was very active in the Apollo-Spring Church Sportsman’s Club, PFSC, and A.B.A.T.E. of PA. He was proud to be a hunter educational instructor for 40 years. He enjoyed bowling, beekeeping, wood working, and many other hobbies. His last employment was working security for the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf. His favorite thing to do was spend time with his grandchildren. In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial donation to the Armstrong county Sportsmen and Conservation League memorial scholarship fund.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Thursday, August 1, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, August 2, 2024 at 11 a.m.
Joseph D. (Jo Jo) DeRenzo
Age 38, of Penn Hills, passed away tragically, Monday, June 24, 2024. Beloved son of Joyce and Nick DeRenzo; loving father of Dante DeRenzo; brother of Dominic DeRenzo. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Joe has a large extended family, the DeRenzo’s, their spouses and children, Shannon Nist and the Nist family. Joe had many friends and brother riders. We will all miss him. He would always lend a hand fixing anything. He will be missed immensely.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Friday, June 28, 2024 from 2-8 p.m. A Blessing Service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 10 a.m burial to follow at Allegheny Cemetery.
Tristen Elizabeth “TT” Tate
Age 24, of Pittsburgh, passed away unexpectedly, with her family by her side, Thursday, July 18, 2024. Beloved daughter of John (Dion) Tate and Nancy Cruz; sister of Douglas Roberts-Greene, Hasia King, and Marlon Herring; granddaughter of Bonnie Roberts, Elizabeth Summers, and Clarence Parker. Also survived by aunt Shelly Miller, loving family members, special caretakers Raymonda Sewell and Robert Cash, and a host of friends. TT loved life and loved to laugh. She loved her collection of beads and stuffed animals. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation, 8 Sorrento Drive, Osprey, FL 34229 or pmsf.org
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills Saturday, July 20, 2024 for a Memorial Service from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Ilene Minette Hightower went to glory with the Lord on June 13, 2024. She was born on September 23, 1956 in Pittsburgh, PA to Margaret (Wright) Hightower and Alvin Hightower. As the daughter of a career Army soldier, she lived with her family near well known Army bases, including Fort Ord, California, Fort Knox, Kentucky and a few posts in Germany. Ilene graduated from Schenley High School, in Pittsburgh, PA. She attended Point Park College in theater design. Ilene worked a few concerts, setting the stage lighting, for Noel Paul Stookey [Peter, Paul and Mary] and his Christian band, Bodyworks. She spent a short time stage managing in small theaters in New York before returning to Pittsburgh. She took on many roles in her life including Paramedic (earning her certificate through Community College of Allegheny County), a Greyhound bus driver, and an Intake and Protective Services Coordinator for a state elder abuse hotline. Ilene was a committee member of the Allegheny County Republicans, as well as a state committee member. She recently served as Judge of Elections in her local precinct. Ilene sang alto in church choirs and in the Bach Choir of Pittsburgh. From an early age, she loved her dogs—poodles and chihuahuas. Years ago, she was an admiral in her Star Trek fan club, a bard in her Renaissance club and a wannabe motorcycle mama. She loved crafting silk flower arrangements, greeting cards, wreathes, jewelry and decorative boxes; Ilene was started a craft business called “Divine Inspirations.” Mostly, she loved and served her Lord, Jesus Christ. She is preceded in death by her baby brother, Alvin Brian Hightower (whom she adored) and her parents. She leaves behind several cousins, including her beloved cousin, Aleta Preer. She also leaves behind her godson, Wilson H. Dougherty, many dear close friends, several young adults (who fondly remember their babysitter) and her two doggy boys, Luke and Bo.
There will be a celebration of life ceremony Sunday, August 4, 2024 starting at 3 p.m. Please call for location.