All Obituaries

James F. Grant, of Squirrel Hill, died peacefully on Monday March 9, 2026.  Beloved son of the late F. Vincent and Mary Burns Grant; brother of Gerard F. Grant (Ruby), Jean M. Smith (Walt), Raymond J. Grant, John P. Grant (Glenda), Mary F. Hayhurst and Joseph M. Grant (Maureen); also survived by many nieces and nephews. Jim was a graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School Class of 1966, a U.S. Air Force Veteran, a long-time employee of Charles Morris Nursing Home and former Commander of ...

On Friday March 6, 2026, at age 83, formerly of Point Breeze. Beloved daughter of the late Kathryn R. and William A. Davis; sister of the late William R. “Billy” Davis. Barbara was a long-time member and former bookkeeper at East Liberty Presbyterian Church. She is survived by dear friends and the many hearts she touched. Friends will be received at John A. Freyvogel Sons, Inc. (freyvogelfuneralhome.com) 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street on Saturday March 14, 2026 from ...

Helene Tousimis Powers, age 94, of Murrysville, Pennsylvania passed away on March 3, 2026. Helene was born on August 17, 1931 in Agra, outside of Edessa, Greece, to the late John and Maria (Tsonis) Tousimis. She survived many hardships during WWII in occupied northern Greece, before coming to America in 1946.  She was the loving wife of the late D. John Powers for over 66 years. They were long-time residents of Churchill PA, before moving to Murrysville. She was a loving mother to their ...

On Monday March 2, 2026, Anne Gloninger McAuley, age 105, died peacefully in her sleep with her family by her side. Beloved wife of the late Denis McAuley, Jr. Mother of Anne “Bonnie” Landgraff, Carron Gugliotta (Bill), Denis McAuley, III, David McAuley (Laura), Terry McAuley, John G. McAuley (Lucy) and Mary McAuley. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at John A. Freyvogel Sons, Inc. ...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of William “Bill” Meehan, age 90, at his home on February 25, 2026, following a long illness. A man of integrity, steady conviction, and deep devotion to his family, Bill lived a life rooted in character and purpose. Bill was born in Wellesley, Massachusetts. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Elizabeth Meehan; his brother, James Meehan of Boston, Massachusetts (Sally); and his sister, Jane Ross (Jim) of Fort ...

On Saturday February 21, 2026, at age 89, beloved husband of Susan DePasquale Hlister; father of Anthony J. Hlister, Rita Pompeo (Marco), Susan Parente (Martin) and the late Teresa Adams (Mike); proud Pap Pap of Christina Pompeo Hromulak (Al), Marc Pompeo and Michael Pompeo, Giuseppe Parente (Sarah) and Martino Parente, Natalie Krute (Ryan), Ashley Adams and John Adams; brother of the late Anthony Hlister and Eugene Hlister. Bernie was a proud U.S. Marine Veteran who was a restaurateur, and ...

On Thursday February 19, 2026, Edna Mae Gerner died peacefully at the age of 94.  Daughter of the late Roy A. and Carrie Witte Gerner. Sister of the late Fred Gerner, Henry Gerner, Walter Gerner, Dr. Alvin “Buzz” Gerner and Marilyn J. Fugh. She is also survived by her beloved Beagle, Mason and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Edna Mae was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing and obtained her master’s degree from the ...

Thomas Benic, of Fox Chapel, died unexpectedly on February 14, 2026 after a series of medical complications that led to sepsis. Tom had a long and varied career as a journalist, photographer and after retirement, a very active community volunteer. Tom graduated from Washington & Jefferson College, and Northwestern University with a master’s degree in journalism.  After serving in Vietnam in the Army’s 1st Cavalry Division as a reporter to the “Stars and ...

Patricia B. Quigley, “Patty,” age 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 9, 2026, surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Joseph R. Quigley and loving mother of Rhonda Q. Lightner (Daniel) and Michael J. Quigley (Ridgely). Grandmother of Kyle D. Lightner, Brandon S. Lightner, Alexander J. Quigley, Jackson S. Quigley, and Grayson M. Quigley. Sister of Mary Cannon and Barbara Soltis, and the late David Pahel and Christopher Pahel. Daughter of the late Edward P. and Alice ...

Dominic Nicholas DiSilvio Jr. was born on May 18, 1939 in Pittsburgh to surgeon Dr. Dominic DiSilvio Sr. and teacher Zarelda (Mazza) DiSilvio. Dom was raised in Squirrel Hill with younger siblings Natalie and Richard. From a young age, Dom frequented music venues in Sea Isle City, New Jersey on summer vacations and there cultivated a love of live music that shaped his life and eventual career.   After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh, Dom chose to ...