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Franki Lee Maxine Spence

April 18, 2022 |

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Franki Lee Maxine Spence was born silently into this world on Friday, April 15, 2022, at Magee Women’s Hospital. Though her time was short, her little life spoke volumes to those who love her. She was born to parents Franklin E. Spence III of McKeesport and Krista Lee Barker of Clairton. She is survived by her parents, her sister Karissa Gribschaw, brother Ryan Snyder, and grandparents Donald H. (Michelle S.) Barker of Hempfield, Monsanza McCray (Michael Armstrong) of McKeesport, and Franklin Spence Jr. of McKeesport. Family and friends will be received on Monday, April 25, 2022, from 4-5 P.M. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place following the visitation at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Franki’s mother by sending your donation to the funeral home. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Sara M. Illig

March 25, 2022 |

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Sara Marjorie (Evans) Illig, 101 of West Mifflin, formerly of Dravosburg, passed away on Thursday, March 24th, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. She was born in Williamsburg, PA on March 1st, 1921, to the late Lemuel E. and Cora (Chamberlain) Evans. Sara was the loving wife of 44 years to the late Bernard L. Illig. She is survived by her daughter Sara A. (John) Fagan of Tarpon Springs, FL, and sons David L. Illig of West Mifflin and Paul L. (Lynn) Illig of Salisbury, NC. Further survivors include her grandchildren John, Sara, Patrick, and Rebecca, great-grandchildren John Connor, Tess, Kate, Emma, Evelyn, and Joseph, as well as a multitude of nieces and nephews. Sara was preceded in death by her sister Gladys Berkheimer and brothers Harvey, Walter, and Eugene Evans. She was a member of the Dravosburg United Methodist Church, as well as the Women’s Club and food bank. She enjoyed painting, crossword puzzles, reading, and sewing. Family and friends will be received on Monday, March 28th, 2022, from 4-8 P.M. at I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. A service will take place on Tuesday, March 29th, 2022, at 10 A.M. at the funeral home. Entombment will follow at New St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


Dean C. Shuck

March 24, 2022 |

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 Dean Clayton Shuck, 64 of Glassport, formerly of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, March 22nd, 2022, at his home. He was born in McKeesport on August 24, 1957, to the late Virgil and Constance (Mincone) Shuck. He is survived by his sons Matthew M. of Guam and Christopher E. (Yushan Zhang) Shuck of Philadelphia and his daughter Michelle (Randy) Swann of Townville. He is also survived by his brother Derek (Donna) Shuck. Further survivors include his nephew Dominic and grandchildren Tristyn and Maia. He enjoyed scuba diving, hiking, and camping. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. Inurnment will occur privately at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


Naomi D. Rosche

March 04, 2022 |

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Naomi D. (King) Rosche, 86 of Elizabeth, passed away on Thursday, March 3rd, 2022, at her home. She was born in Lincoln Borough on April 27, 1935, to the late Francis and Helen (Gumbert) King. Naomi was the loving wife of 67 years to Ronald A. Rosche. She is survived by her husband Ronald as well as her daughter Mary Elizabeth (Ray) Hoffman and son Christopher M. Rosche. Further survivors include grandsons Mathew and David Hoffman. Naomi was preceded in death by her parents as well as brothers Thomas and Robert King. She was a member of the International Association of Rebekah Assemblies as well as the Elizabeth United Methodist Church.  She also spent 10 years on the South Allegheny school board, spending 8 of those years as president of the board. She loved animals, especially horses and schnauzers. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. Inurnment will occur privately at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


Elizabeth Marie “Lee” Kostelnik

February 25, 2022 |

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Elizabeth Marie “Lee” Kostelnik, 88, of Dravosburg, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 12th, 2021. She was born in Duquesne, Pennsylvania on November 19th, 1933 to the late Peter and Anna Lepo Makay. Preceded in death by her loving husband John Michael “Timmy” Kostelnik. Also preceded in death by her brothers Michael, Paul, and Albert Makay, sisters Helen Patton, Irene Stipetic, Dorothy Cavicchia, and Eleanor Fallon. She is survived by her son, John M. (Sheri) Kostelnik, of Lancaster, California, and daughter, Sandra L. (David Mooney) Kostelnik, of Elizabeth, Pennsylvania. Grandchildren, John Michael Kostelnik, Kevin Alan (Kate) Kostelnik, Kara Leigh (Nicholas) Kerr, and Michael Ryan Kostelnik. Great-grandchildren, Rebecca, Carrie, Ashley, Kennedy, Harper, and River, and many nieces and nephews. Elizabeth was a graduate of Duquesne High school, Class of 1952. Elizabeth, known to everybody as Aunt Lee, was a member of Dravosburg #2 Women’s Community Club and once served as president, a constable of elections, and said rosary at St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church. She was deeply devoted to God, her family, and friends. She loved family get-togethers at her home, especially poolside during the summer. She loved animals and was an excellent cook, her stuffed cabbage and nut rolls were always a gift to her family and friends. Her laugh was infectious and she was always smiling and proud of her children and grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 5th at 10:00 am at the Church of St. Agnes, Parish of St. Thomas the Apostle, 622 Saint Agnes Lane., West Mifflin, PA 15122. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Heart Association or to St. Thomas the Apostle, 363 West 11th Ave., Homestead, PA 15102. A committal service will take place at Richland Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034.  Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Tina Gumpher

February 09, 2022 |

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Tina Rae Gumpher, 62 of Elizabeth, formerly of North Versailles, passed away on Thursday, February 3rd, 2022, at McKeesport Hospital. She was born in Brookville on June 2nd, 1959, to the late Joseph Sr. and Agnes M. (Marks) Gumpher. She is survived by her sisters Patricia Kristofik of Elizabeth and Theresa Irwin of North Versailles as well as brother James “Mike” Gumpher of Sigel. Additional survivors include sister-in-law Carolyn Gumpher of Elizabeth and cousins Tim and Kathleen Vargo of Uniontown and Dolly Baacke of Monessen. Further survivors include nieces and nephews Ryan Cyphert of Elizabeth, Shaun and Melissa Habjanetz of Versailles, Mikey and Laurie Gumpher of Sigel, Mandy and Justin Fremer of Brockway, Brian Gumpher of Brookville, Tiffany and Bryant Rockwell of Brookville, Todd and Kayla Gumpher of Brookville, Amanda Irwin of North Versailles, Ashley Nelson of East McKeesport, Amber Nelson of Dravosburg, Dennis Gumpher of Elizabeth, Joseph and Teresa Gumpher III of Elizabeth, Dave and Denise Burke of Elizabeth, Jamie Gumpher of Morgantown, WV, William and Megan Gumpher Jr. of Finleyville, Shane and Jenn Gumpher of Herminie, and Santana Gumpher of Pittsburgh. Tina was preceded in death by her brothers Joseph Gumpher Jr. and William Gumpher Sr. She was a member of the Ladies Club of Elizabeth and a former member of the Bowling League. She enjoyed playing bingo and visiting Atlantic City yearly. Family and friends will be received on Friday, February 18th, 2022, from 4-5 p.m. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


Michael Kalkbrenner

February 03, 2022 |

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Michael D. Kalkbrenner, 47 of West Newton, formerly of Glassport, passed away on Monday, January 31st, 2022, at Washington Hospital. He was born in McKeesport on February 14th, 1974, to Julius M. and the late Janet (Daugherty) Kalkbrenner. He is survived by his son Larz (Alexandria) Kalkbrenner of Port Vue, his father Julius Kalkbrenner of West Newton, and his granddaughter Emerson. Further survivors include his sisters Karen (David) Grey of Indiana and Janice (Todd) Truitt of Clairton, as well as nieces and nephews. Michael was preceded in death by his mother Janet (Daugherty) Kalkbrenner and sister Michelle Kalkbrenner. He enjoyed listening to music, spending time with his cat Orangie, and spending time on the computer. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


Florence M. Oblak

January 26, 2022 |

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Florence “Flo” Marie (Spencer) Oblak, 60 of Elizabeth, formerly of West Newton, passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. She was born in McKeesport on June 17, 1961, to the late Benjamin Sr. and Kathryn (Vitale) Spencer. Florence was the loving wife of 21 years to Scott A Oblak. She is survived by her husband Scott, daughter Misty L. Jones of Uniontown, son Kenneth W. Mayfield III of West Newton, and stepchildren Estella Lewis of Greensburg, Franklin A. Oblak of Somerset, and Zachary D. Oblak of Arona. Further survivors include her sisters Lauri (David) Ehredt of Boise and Jennifer Spencer of Munhall and brothers Steven (Joy) Poorman of Elizabeth, T.J. Poorman of Glassport, and Paul Poorman of Clairton. She is also survived by grandchildren Owen, Lexus, Elizabeth, Aiden, Sookie, Gage, Salem, Danyel, and Theresa, and many nieces and nephews. Further left to mourn her loss is her beloved chihuahua Maxine. Other survivors include her best friend Stephanie (Rob) Short and her children Taylor and Maxwell, all of Irwin. Florence was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters Gail Robertson, Brenda Warnick, and Ruth (Mark) Kimball, and brother Benjamin Spencer Jr. She was a generous, caring woman who spent over 25 years assisting adults in need of care at T.L.C. Adult Care Center in West Newton. Flo was also known for being a “red hat lady” at various nursing homes. She enjoyed playing bingo, attending art classes, traveling, and spending time with her beloved grandchildren. A memorial service will take place at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025 on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online donations can be made at https://fundthefuneral.com/florence-oblak. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Frederick J. Greiner

January 19, 2022 |

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Frederick Joseph Greiner, 84 of Glassport, passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022, at Havencrest Nursing Home. He was born in McKeesport on June 17, 1937, to the late Joseph and Lillian (Coddington) Greiner. Frederick was the loving husband of over 40 years to the late Grace (Warnick) Greiner. He is survived by his sons Joseph and Michael (Jennifer Ralston) Greiner, both of Glassport. Further survivors include brothers William (Maureen) Greiner of Floreffe and Edward Greiner of Florida, and sisters Dolly (Ken) Rosier of Liberty Borough and Rosie (Pat) Trayer of North Huntingdon. Additional survivors include grandchildren Crystal, Justin, Brandon (Felicia Sharbaugh), Brian, and Lillian, as well as great grandchildren Spencer, Bailey, Hunter, Paige, Naveah, and Serenity. Frederick was preceded in death by his parents, wife Grace, brother Robert, sisters Diane Greiner and Debra, and his son David Greiner. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. Interment will occur at Penn Lincoln Cemetery on Monday, January 24, 2022, at 2 p.m. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Nancy Jean Ginanni

January 18, 2022 |

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Nancy Jean Ginanni, 61 of Clairton, formerly of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. She was born in McKeesport on October 3, 1960, to Yolanda (Benedetti) Ginanni of Clairton and the late Emo Ginanni. She is survived by her mother Yolanda as well as her sister Janet (James) Cerqua of Clairton. Further survivors include nieces Melissa Cerqua and Danielle (Matthew) Jellison, great nieces Christina and Michelle, great nephews A.J., Jacob, Ryan, Jackson, and Tyler, as well as her beloved dog Lucky. Nancy was preceded in death by her father Emo. She was a member of the St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church and enjoyed the Pittsburgh Pirates, knitting, baking, and completing crossword puzzles. Family and friends will be received on Friday, January 21, 2022, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025.

 
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Charles Zwingler III

January 10, 2022 |

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Charles Albert “Chuck” Zwingler III, 66 of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022, at UPMC Montefiore Hospital. He was born in McKeesport on July 1, 1955, to Lois (Cochran) and the late Charles A. Zwingler Jr. Chuck was the loving husband of 21 years to Luanne (McWilliams) Zwingler. He is survived by his mother Lois Zwingler of Clairton, wife Luanne of West Mifflin, sons Charles IV and John (Alexis) Zwingler of Jacksonville, Florida, stepson Matthew (Suzanne) Hickey of West Mifflin, and stepdaughter Amanda (Michael) Pippi of South Park. Further survivors include his sister Debbie (Ronald) Lieberum of Greenock, grandchildren Brynlie, Emmett, Violet, Nora, Isabella, and Liam, nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephew, and his beloved dog Libby. Chuck was preceded in death by his father and grandchild Nico Pippi. He enjoyed playing golf, motorcycles, working on cars, singing in the Pine Run United Methodist Church’s choir, and building wooden furniture. Family and friends will be received on Sunday, January 16, 2022, from 4-8 p.m. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place in the funeral home on Monday, January 17, 2022, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Pine Run United Methodist Church at 901 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. The family also requests that masks be worn during the visitation and service. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


Ruth Ulmer

January 04, 2022 |

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It is with great sadness that the family announces the unexpected death of Ruth “Ruthie” Cochran Ulmer on January 4, 2022 at the age of 90, after a short, hard-fought battle with cancer. Ruth was born September 30, 1931, to the late Edward “Ted” and Ruth V. Coulson Cochran of Coal Valley in Clairton, followed closely by the birth of her devoted sister, Lois Jean, nineteen months later. Ruth was the loving wife of 57 years to William C. Ulmer, whom she lost in 2008. She was pre-deceased by two infant brothers, Charles and William. Left to mourn her passing is her sister, Lois Jean, and her three sons: William E. (Kathleen) of Clairton, Craig L. (Barbara) of Pleasant Hills, and Kevin T. (Ginger) of Greenock. She leaves behind seven grandchildren to cherish her memory: William M. (Andrea Pomarico), Christopher L. (Roy Gloeckl), Ted (Danielle), Bennett (Andrew) Ulmer and Meghan (Vince) Grabe, Jillian (Ed) Cerilli and Hannah (Ryan) Glaser. Ruth was blessed with eight great-grandchildren: Reagan Kathleen, Zoe Barbara, Aaron Anthony, Taylor Anne, Maximo Thomas, Rocky Ace, Olive Reign, and (expected) Cole Lewis. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews, whom she loved. She was a proud 1949 graduate of Clairton High School, a lifelong member of Pine Run United Methodist Church and was active in its Vacation Bible School, United Methodist Women’s group as well as one of the kitchen ladies. A longtime member of the Order of the Eastern Star and Amaranth lodges, she developed and maintained close friendships wherever she went. Ruth retired after 24 years of service with U.S. Steel at its Clairton plant and was then able to take several memorable trips throughout the U.S. with her and Bill’s close friends, Ed and Lois Basch, George and Audrey Porter and her sister and brother-in-law, Chuck and Lois Zwingler. She and Bill proudly flew the Grand Squares square-dancing flag on their car for decades, and Bill made tapes of the more difficult “calls” for them to practice. A strong athlete far into her retirement, she remained active until recently with walks around the neighborhood with local friends, and even bowled a 200 game with her Monday morning ladies’ bowling league as recently as 2019. She was a dedicated fan of the Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins. She cultivated long friendships with those from the AARP Wilson Chapter #1612, her “49’ers” high school luncheon crowd and a large circle of friends, staying in touch with daily or weekly phone calls- and she knew everyone’s phone number from memory. She was a hard-working woman of strength, determination, and faith, and has now joined Bill and her loved ones in Heaven. Unfortunately, her recipe for her Berry Roll goes with her. Friends will be received at the S.M. Finney Funeral Home at 432 N. 6th Street in the Wilson section of Clairton on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 2 to 8. Services will be conducted at Pine Run Methodist Church on Thursday, January 6 at 10 o’clock. Interment is to be at Jefferson Memorial Park beside her beloved Bill. If anyone cares to make a donation, please consider donating to Pine Run United Methodist Church, 901 N. 6th Street, Clairton, PA, 15025. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


Sherri L. Kearney

January 04, 2022 |

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Sherri Lynn “Reenee” Kearney, 52 of Pittsburgh, formerly of Clairton and Jefferson Hills, passed away on Monday, January 3, 2022, at her home. She was born in Panama City on October 29, 1969, to Linda (Neal) Davis of Belle Vernon and the late Frederick (Cathy) Kearney, Sr. Sherri was the loving wife of 19 years to Brian R. Peternel of West Mifflin. She is survived by her son Shawn Peternel of West Mifflin and her daughter Joelle Kearney of Glassport, as well as her brother Fred (Nicole) Kearney, Jr. of Whitehall and sisters Jackie Kearney of Pittsburgh and Jessica Gouker of Jefferson Hills. Further survivors include her grandson Jayden Olack, nieces Cheyanne (Steve) Luketic and Alyssa Beayrd, and stepmother Cathy Kearney of Jefferson Hills. Other survivors include her significant other of 7 years, John E. McDermitt of Pittsburgh, as well as his family. Sherri was preceded in death by her father Fred and grandmother Rita Kearney. She was a member of the VFW Post 803 in Clairton. She enjoyed watching the Steelers and Penguins, playing bingo, discussing politics, and debating on Facebook. Family and friends will be received on Saturday, January 8, 2022, from 4-8 p.m. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place at 8 p.m. in the funeral home following the visitation. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to defray costs at https://fundthefuneral.com/sherri-kearney.

 


John Charles Bumba

January 02, 2022 |

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John Charles Bumba, 56 of North Versailles, passed away on Thursday, December 30, 2021, at UPMC East. He was born in Braddock on December 30, 1965, to the late Dennis Sr. and Pearl Remias Bumba. John was the loving partner of over 25 years to the late April Cincarik. He is survived by sisters Priscilla (Bob) Burdelski and Lisa (Bobby) Crispens, as well as his brother Dennis (Melissa) Bumba, Jr., as well as nephews Michael Otterson Jr. and Trevor Williams and nieces Elayna Burdelski, Krystyna Burdelski, and Madelyn Bumba. John was also “Pap” to April’s children and grandchildren, whom he helped to raise. John was preceded in death by his parents as well as the love of his life April Cincarik, whose death preceded him by only 2 days. He worked in the customer service quality administration department of the Kurt J. Lesker Company in Clairton. John was a member of the Latrobe Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) and will be remembered for making everyone laugh during H.O.G. meetings and trips. He enjoyed riding his Harley, spending time with his family, and helping to organize the annual Western PA Pittsburgh Toy Run. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, January 6, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. Inurnment will follow at Mount Vernon Cemetery on Friday, January 7, 2022. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Western PA Pittsburgh Toy Run at 6130 US-30, Greensburg, PA, 15601 in John’s honor by writing a check payable to "Latrobe H.O.G." and putting "Toy Run, John Bumba" in the memo. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


April Marie “Hey” Robbins Cincarik

January 02, 2022 |

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April Marie “Hey” Robbins Cincarik, 64 of North Versailles, formerly of Turtle Creek and Glassport, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at her home. She was born in McKeesport on July 15th, 1957, to the late Eugene Emerson Robbins and Marion Elizabeth Gibson. April was the loving partner to the late John C. Bumba. She is survived by her daughters Deana Ridge of Butler and Darci Cincarik (Paul Sachs) of Penn Hills, and her son Daniel (Lindsey) Cincarik of Brackenridge, as well as her sister Eileen (Joseph) LaCivita of East McKeesport. Further survivors include her grandchildren Lauryn, Alex, Riley, Bellanowa, Cassandra and Dylan, her great-grandson Tyler, and many nieces and nephews. April was preceded in death by her parents and son-in-law Mark D. Ridge. She attended the First Baptist Church in Monroeville and worked in the Computer System Security division of Westinghouse. April was also instrumental in organizing the yearly Western PA Pittsburgh Toy Run where she helped to create Christmas magic for a countless number of children. She enjoyed shopping, going on vacation, and creating memories with her grandchildren. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, January 6th, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. The service will be private. Interment will follow at Mount Vernon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 

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