Samuel A. “Sammy” Connor, Jr.
Age 47, of Penn Hills, passed away after a lengthy illness, on Sunday, October 1, 2017. Beloved Son of Rebecca and the Late Dr. Samuel Connor; brother of Robert J. Connor; Mary Alice (Gary) Taylor, Maggie (Denis) Deet, and Becky Sue (Michael) Papurello; uncle of Emily Deet, Mary (Aaron) Pickering, Katelyn Deet, Lauren and Rebecca Taylor. The family would like to extend a great deal of gratitude to the Veteran Administration Hospitals for all their wonderful care. Friends knew Sam as an avid Mechanic and a mega classic rock fan; He served in the Airforce for 20 years and the national guard. In lieu of flowers please consider contributions to the VA medical Centers, 1010 Delafield Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15215 Attn: Volunteer Services Mail Stop 118V-A.
Friends will be received at the William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235 Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St Susanna Church 10 a.m.
Louis V. “Lou” Montanari
At home on Saturday, September 23, 2017. After a long, courageous battle with lung cancer and pulmonary fibrosis. Beloved husband of Inez (Bondi) Montanari; loving father of Anita (Edward) Davis and Sharon (John) Williams; adoring pap pap of Stefani Marie Williams; dear brother of John Montanari; also survived by cherished nieces, nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Emily (Peticca) Montanari, his grandson, Michael Davis and his brothers, Robert and Richard Montanari.
Lou was a proud Korean War Veteran. After his retirement, he enjoyed golfing and wood working and he loved to sit in his yard and feed the birds and squirrels. Many thanks to his doctors and nurses at the Hillman Cancer Center and Celtic Home Health Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Allegheny Health Network Hospice, 500 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15068
Friends will be received at the William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235 Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Susanna Church 10 a.m.
Carl J. Elko
Age 82, of Verona, on Sunday, September 17, 2017. Beloved husband of Kathleen for 35 years; father of Kevin (Kathy) Elko, Patricia Scheuring and William (Debbie) Scheuring; grandfather of Kevin Elko, Jr., Amy Harris, Helen and Charles Scheuring; brother of Mary Alice (George) Oeler and the late Bernie (Surviving Spouse Sara Ann) Elko; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received at the William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235 Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Friday at 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Baptist Church 10 a.m.
Lois M. Wilson
Age 92, On Wednesday September 20, 2017 God took his faithful servant Lois to her home in heaven. Lois was a women of immense pride, unwavering faith in God and was fiercely independent. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Archie Wilson (1993). Lois was born in Braddock, PA, raised her family in Penn Hills and lived her last few years in Level Green, PA. She attended Holiday Park United Methodist Church. Beloved mother of William (Barbara), Barry (Paulette), and Bob (Maria); grandmother of eight; great-grandmother of 11; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. at Holiday Park United Methodist Church, 81 Sandune Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15239. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. In lieu of flowers please consider contributing in her memory to Faith in Action 1 Municipal CT. Harrison City, PA 15636.
Robert M Pascoe
Age 83, formally from Whitehall borough, born in Greensburg, PA Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 13, 2017. Husband of 59 years to Caroline (Claybour); father to Vincent (Gina) Pascoe and Carla (Sharon Levine) Pascoe; grandfather to Vincent and Gino Pascoe; also survived by nieces and nephews.
Robert’s life started alone and without guidance he overcame many challenges. After high school he went into the navy, completed college in 3 years and improved every aspect of his life. His family was the most important part of his life and one of his biggest joys came from his grandchildren. Robert will always be remembered for his motto; “the word “can’t” is never part of English language” and he always believed in second chances. His family pays this tribute to him, one of the strongest, passionate people you would ever meet. He opened his heart to people in need.
In lieu of flowers please consider contributions to The American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15205.
Friends and family will be received on Sunday, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. at WILLIAM F. GROSS FUNERAL HOME, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road), Penn Hills. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Irenaeus Church, Monday, 10 a.m. 387 Maryland Ave. Oakmont, 15139 EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH.