All Obituaries

Jeanne Johnson Thompson died peacefully on September 29th in West Hartford, CT after a long illness.  Born in Pittsburgh, PA on September 6th, 1949, she was the daughter of Robert Henry Johnson and Evelyn St. Clair Moreland, and devoted stepdaughter of Raymond F. Moreland of Pittsburgh. Jeanne attended the Ellis School, and graduated from the Kent School (Kent, CT) and Hollins College (Roanoke, VA). She was a proud member of the Athletic Hall of Fame at both Kent and Hollins because of...

On Friday October 15, 2021, Rayme L. Olsavsky, age 45, beloved wife of Jerry Olsavsky. Mother of Joseph Harris Olsavsky, Emma Martone Olsavsky, and Dominic Tokoly Olsavsky. Daughter of Raymond and Linda Geary Pilz. Sister of Heather Bianchinini (Paul). Beloved aunt Mimi to Bella and Gigi Bianchinini. Preceded in death by her beloved grandparents, her Opa Karl Pilz, Helen “Grandma Giggles” Pilz, Dorothy “Dot” Geary, Warren “Jeep” Geary, they truly loved her...

Anna, age 66, passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 13, 2021, with her sisters by her side. She was the youngest daughter of the late Dorothy and Anthony “Chic” Giampolo. Anna was predeceased in death by her dear sister Dottie Williams (surviving Jack Williams). She is survived by her sisters Lois Finello (John), Nancy Rahuba (Tom), and her brother Tom Giampolo (Carole). Anna was aunt to many nephews, especially her beloved John, Joe, TJ, and great niece and nephew Ashley...

On Tuesday October 12, 2021, Noreen Sansosti Orlando, age 83, passed peacefully with her husband of 65 years by her side. Beloved wife of Joseph Orlando. Mother of Joseph Orlando (Heidi), Christi Marchi (Mark), and Mia Orlando (Mark McCloud). Grandmother of Joe Jr., Jerica Orlando, Cara Ciufo, Steven Marchi, Alissa Marchi, Alaina Smith and Orlando Smith. Also survived by five great grandchildren. Sister of Jerry Sansosti, Alex Sansosti, and the late Douglas Sansosti. Sister-in-law of Steve...

Peggy Michelle Smyrnes-Williams   Passed away on Sunday, October 10th, 2021. Peggy was born on November 22, 1952; the daughter of the late Margie and Michael Smyrnes.  She attended Norwin High School, graduating Salutatorian, while also being a very accomplished concert pianist. Pursuing this passion for music, Peggy went on to Duquesne University to earn a degree in the field.  After teaching music locally for a few years at Baldwin, she returned to Duquesne for law school....

Thomas Pascoe Gordon, known affectionately as “Tucker,” died peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, on Sunday, October 3, at the age of 89. Tucker was born on August 11, 1932 to parents Robert Miller Gordon and Mary Pascoe Gordon Provost. He grew up in Rosslyn Farms, PA with his brother Robert Miller Gordon, Jr.   Tucker had a love of learning and education. He attended Rosslyn Farms Elementary School, Carnegie Middle School, Phillips Andover School, followed by a...

Salvatore Merante                   Peacefully at home on Sunday October 3, 2021, beloved brother of the late Italo Merante (Philomena) and Antonio Merante (Lina); survived by 16 nieces and nephews and 17 great nieces and nephews and his devoted dog, Dino. “Uncle Sal” was a fixture around Pittsburgh and especially his beloved Oakland and will be missed by all that knew him.  A private...

Alberta Fowler DePasquale, age 85, of Oakland passed away peacefully on October 2, 2021. She was born in Pittsburgh on May 12, 1936 and was preceded in death by her loving husband Joseph “Shotgun” DePasquale. Alberta was one of nine children born to the late Robert and Irene Nugent Fowler; cherished sister of Linda Staub and the late Robert Fowler, Catherine Sadowski, Lois Svienty, Donald Fowler, Ronald Fowler, Roy Fowler (Gerry) and Sharon Diehl (Ed); also survived by many...

Charles A. Smith On Sunday September 26, 2021, beloved husband of the late Carol Smith; father of Charles A. Smith, Jr. (Stephanie); grandfather of Charles A. Smith, IV. Funeral services and interment will be private. Arrangements by John A. Freyvogel Sons, Inc.

Stuart Nye (Buzz) Hutchison, III   July 6, 1943-Sept 25, 2021.      “Buzz,” as he was known to almost everyone, died on Sept 25 at age 78. His beloved wife, Mary Lou, was at his bedside.   Born to Alberta (McClure) and Stuart Nye Hutchison, Jr., Buzz grew up in Dorseyville and attended Dorseyville school before graduating from Shadyside Academy in 1961. He attended Lafayette College, and remained very active as an alumnus of the place he held so...