M. Thoburn Banks, 89, Scottdale, passed away Tuesday evening, Nov. 9, 1999, at his residence. Family and friends will be received at the ROBERT B. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 105 Spring St., Scottdale, (724) 887-5300, Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Dr. Paul B. Morris officiating. Graveside committal services and interment
will follow in Green Ridge Memorial Park, Bullskin Township, next to his late wife. Family suggests memorials to: Why Me of PA/Breast Cancer Education, 5761 Library Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102, in memory of Lydia and M.T. Banks.
Grace (Nicolai) Buscaglio, passed away Sunday, Nov. 7, 1999, in Mesa, Ariz. Born in Greensburg in 1929, she was a daughter of the late Nicola and Mary Vitello Nicolai. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, John; a son, Nicholas; brothers, August and Philip Nicolai; and a sister, Frances Cafasso. Survived by sons, Joseph and wife, Sharon, of Yorba Linda, Calif., and John and wife, Susan, of Queen Creek, Ariz.; daughters, Tammy and husband, Gilbert, of Huntington Beach, Calif., and Tracy and husband, Mark, of Tempe, Ariz.; 10 grandchildren; a great-grandchild; brothers, Don Rinchuse of Florida, Lou Nicolai and George Nicolai, both of Greensburg; sisters, Josephine Drazdik and Jane Frye, both of Latrobe, and Peg Stabile of Greensburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held Thursday, Nov. 11, in Mesa, Ariz.
Concetta M. ``Augustine'' Collura, 87, formerly of Brookline, died Thursday, Nov. 11, 1999, in the Beverly Healthcare, Murrysville. She was born Nov. 10, 1912, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Leonardo and Fortunata Manguso Merlino. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Collura. Surviving are a daughter, Petrina ``Bee-Bee'' Collura of North Huntingdon; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the JOSEPH F. OTT FUNERAL HOME INC., Fifth and Oak streets, Irwin, Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin. Interment
will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh.
Anne E. Delisle, 101, of Greensburg, formerly of Malone, N.Y., died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1999, at the St. Anne Home, Greensburg. She was born June 29, 1898, in Owls Head, N.Y., a daughter of the late Oliver and Delia Cusson Petelle. She was a member of Our Lady of Grace Church, its Rosary Altar Society and Seniors' Group, CD of A Malone Court and was an avid bowler with the senior citizens in Greensburg. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Omer Delisle; and four brothers, Walter, Prosper, Ernest and Lawrence Petelle. She is survived by four children, Omer Delisle and his wife, Ruth, of Spencerport, N.Y., Frances Bianculli and husband, Anthony, of Rock Hill, N.J., Joan Fagioli and husband, Carl, of Oldsmar, Fla., and Jacqueline K. Baum and husband, Edward, of Greensburg, with whom Anne made her home the past 25 years; 19 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Services and interment
will be in Malone, N.Y. Arrangements under the direction of the CLEMENT L. PANTALONE FUNERAL HOME, 409 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, (724) 837-0020, www.pantalone.com. Natale N. Pantalone, funeral director.
Pauline Jane Essway, 57, of Jeannette, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1999, in the Jeannette District Memorial Hospital. She was born May 3, 1942, in Ardara, a daughter of the late William and Dorothy Pedder Novak. She was employed as a waitress at Pitzer's Restaurant in Jeannette. She is survived by her husband, John W. Essway Sr.; two sons, John W. Essway Jr. and his wife, Salina, of San Diego, Calif., and Jasen Essway of Jeannette; two daughters, Lisa Essway of Greensburg and Paula Kubistek and her husband, Steve, of New Alexandria; eight grandchildren, John Essway III, Jerrod Essway, Sierra Essway, Jasen Essway Jr., Taylor Jane Deverse, Jeremy Kubistek, Jessica Kubistek and Jenna Kubistek; five brothers, Bill Novak of Irwin, Stanley Novak of Pitcairn, John Novak of Pittsburgh, Ernie Novak of Monroeville and Al Novak of Trafford; and three sisters, Marti Gray of Latrobe, Dottie Showalter of Gibsonia and Patti Novak of Jeannette. There will be no public viewing or visitation. Services and interment
will be private. MASON-GELDER FUNERAL HOME INC., Jeannette, in charge of arrangements.
Michael G. Ferketic, of Indiana Township, on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 1999. Mr. Ferketic was a building inspector for the Pennsylvania Department of General Services. He was the beloved husband of Mary Lou Erdeljac Ferketic; son of the late Michael N. and Mary (Vitunic) Ferketic; father of James M. Ferketic of Jamestown, N.Y.; brother of Lois Netzel of Etna, Bill and Richard Ferketic, both of Etna, and Robert Ferketic of Bowie, Md.; and stepson of Helen Ferketic. Friends received at the FRANK R. PERMAN FUNERAL HOME INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Route 8, Shaler Township, Thursday and Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Glenshaw, Saturday at 11:30 a.m. Interment
at Assumption Cemetery, Hampton Township.
Delores M. Fetter, 67, of Ruffsdale RD1, left her earthly home to be with her heavenly father and eternal family, Thursday, Nov. 11, 1999, at Westmoreland Manor, Hempfield Township. She was born July 11, 1932, in Youngwood, a daughter of the late Raymond N. and Hazel Smith Proctor. She was preceded in death by her husband, C. Wayne Fetter, in 1993; two brothers, Raymond A. Proctor, in 1990 and Terry L. Proctor, in 1999. She was a current member of the Armbrust Wesleyan Church. Her belief in Jesus Christ gave her the strength to survive many difficult times. She was also a member of the Golden Rod Lodge #273 of Youngwood. She retired from Quality Building Services as a cleaning supervisor at Super Valu in New Stanton. Delores will be missed deeply by those who knew and loved her. She touched many souls with her loving, gentle ways. She is survived by her very special and beloved son, David P. Fetter of Delmont; a sister, Mrs. William H. (Nancy) Lynch of Hunker; six nieces and nephews, Dale A. Proctor, R. Michael Proctor, Tammy Lynch Brooks, Roy P. Proctor, Wendy Proctor Weightman and Tracy Proctor; 15 great-nieces and great-nephews; and two great-great nephews. Included in those who were dear to her heart is a very precious cousin, who visited her faithfully during her last days, Joann Dixon of Youngwood. Friends will be received Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the C. RICHARD McCAULEY FUNERAL HOME INC., 101 S. Fourth St., Youngwood, (724) 925-7233, where services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. with Pastors Glenn Rader and Byron Eisaman officiating. Interment
will be in Middletown Cemetery.
Leonard G. Grabiak, 69, of Greensburg, formerly of Mt. Pleasant, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1999, in Westmoreland Regional Hospital, Greensburg. He was born May 11, 1930, in United, Pa., a son of the late Joseph and Clara Konieczny Grabiak. He was a member of Transfiguration Catholic Church, Mt. Pleasant, and also a veteran of the U.S. Army. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by the Laurel Vending Co. of Greensburg. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Grabiak. Surviving are his wife of 42 years, Joanne Simko Grabiak; his daughter, Sue Brown and her husband, Bert, of Greensburg; a sister, Mrs. Joseph (Gertrude) Michaux of Greensburg; a sister-in-law, Eleanor Grabiak of Mt. Pleasant; and nieces and nephews. Friends were received at the JAY A. HOFFER FUNERAL HOME, Norvelt, Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. and will be received Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Transfiguration Catholic Church with the Rev. Robert M. Washko as celebrant. Interment
Westmoreland County Memorial Park, Hempfield Township. Military graveside service will be accorded by the American Legion Post #446 of Mt. Pleasant. Sandra L. Hoffer, funeral director.
Elmer A. Grosklos, 84, of Greensburg, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1999. He was born Nov. 19, 1914, in Tunneltown, Pa., a son of the late Elmer F. and Ola Pittman Grosklos. He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Grosklos of York, Pa. He is survived by his wife of 60 years as of Sept. 2, 1999, Garnet Parks Grosklos; a daughter, Elizabeth Grosklos of Rector, Pa.; a son, Edward Grosklos of San Francisco, Calif.; a grandson, Dennis Kraft of Rector; nieces and nephews. He was a member of the First Christian Church, a life member of B.P.O.E., and the AARP, all of Greensburg. He was retired from Prudential Insurance Company. He was an avid golfer. There will be no visitation. Inurnment will be private.
Grace Guardasoni, 87, of Irwin, a former longtime resident of Guffey, Sewickley Township, born Dec. 23, 1911, in Smithton, Pa., died Thursday, Nov. 11, 1999, at the Jeannette District Memorial Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Maria Zeuch Meneghini. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Barbara's Church, Harrison City. Wife of the late Paul Guardasoni. Survived by a daughter, Lorraine Coy of Irwin; two sons, Lawrence S. and Harry R., both of Sewickley Township; 12 grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. Friends may call Friday from noon until 9 p.m. at the D. JAMES HEATHERINGTON FUNERAL HOME, Jenny Lind at Soles streets, McKeesport. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father V. Paul Fitzmaurice Saturday at 12:30 p.m. at St. Barbara's Church. Interment
will follow at the West Newton Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Westmoreland Hospice, 532 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, PA 15601.
Stella ``Sally'' Lauer, 63, of Murrysville, on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1999. Born Aug. 2, 1936, in Braddock, a daughter of the late Irvin and Stella Welsh Rittko. She was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Export. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Daniel; two brothers, Howard and Theodore Rittko; and three sisters, Edith Creighton, Alice Zimmerman, and Mildred Wilcox, who just passed away Tuesday, Nov. 9. Surviving are her husband, John B. Lauer; a brother, Irvin Rittko and wife, Gladys, of Export; and two sisters, Ella Soles and May Hill and husband, Frank, both of Murrysville. Friends were received at the EDWIN N. WOLFE FUNERAL HOME INC., Export, Thursday and and will be received Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home with the Rev. Gregory B. Held officiating. Interment
Restland Memorial Park.
Abdul-Hameed Mahsoob, M.D., on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1999. Beloved husband of Mercedes Schram Mahsoob. Loving father of Jaffer, Jad, and Amiena Mahsoob. Grandfather of Kaden Blaise Mahsoob. Also, survived by his father; seven brothers; and two sisters. Dr. Mahsoob was a beloved pediatrician for over 25 years in the North Hills. Friends received Thursday from 7-9 and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME INC., 10418 Perry Highway, McCandless. Funeral services in SS. John and Paul Church Saturday at 10 a.m. Family suggests, memorial contributions to Northland Public Library, Cumberland Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237.
Sylvia Fay Repko, 65, of Latrobe, died Tuesday, Nov. 9, 1999, at Latrobe Area Hospital. She was born Nov. 9, 1934, in Bovard, a daughter of the late John M. and Ida L. Walters Dick. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Church, Youngstown, Pa. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, William Dick. She is survived by her husband, Joseph S. Repko; four sons, Joe Repko Jr. and his girlfriend, Diana Dale, of Colona, Ill., Mark Repko of Latrobe, Matt Repko and his wife, Mary, and Tom Repko and his wife, Vicky, all of Baggaley; two daughters, Verinia Repko at home and Faith Thomas and her fiance, Rod Weaver, of Greensburg; seven grandchildren, Nick, Derek, Matthew, Joshua, Seth, Tommy and Cassandra; a great-grandson, Austin; five brothers, John Dick `Jr.' and his wife, Jean, of Loyalhanna, Donald Dick of Pleasant Unity, Ralph Dick and Robert Dick, both of Florida, and Ronald Dick of Michigan; two sisters, Betty Allen and Dolores Bridge, both of Florida; her stepmother, Emma Dick of Latrobe. Friends were received Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. and will be received Friday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the JOHN J. LOPATICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 601 Weldon St., Latrobe. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church with the Rev. Chad Ficorilli, O.S.B., as celebrant. Interment
will be in St. Vincent Cemetery, Unity Township. A parish rosary will be recited Friday at 2:30 p.m. in the funeral home.
Scott Alan Roberts, 21, of Shaler Township, on Thursday, Nov. 11, 1999. Mr. Roberts was the beloved son of Barbara J. Heckman Roberts of Shaler Township and Merle L. Roberts of Dayton, Ohio. Brother of Sophie and Samuel Roberts, both of England, and Sydney Roberts, of Dayton, Ohio. Grandson of Gayle Heckman of Glenshaw and the late Glenford J. Heckman, Cora Roberts of Madison, Kan., and Dale Roberts of Nampa, Idaho. Great-grandson of Dolores Ellsworth of Monroeville. Also, survived by other loving family members. Friends received at the FRANK R. PERMAN FUNERAL HOME INC., 923 Saxonburg Blvd. at Route 8, Shaler Township, Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Services will be held at the Perman Funeral Home Saturday at 1 p.m. Interment
at Mt. Royal Cemetery, Shaler Township. The family respectfully suggests donations be made to the American Cancer Society or the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Oscar F. Rohrbacher, 77, of Greensburg, died Wednesday, Nov. 10, 1999, in Westmoreland Regional Hospital, Greensburg. He was born April 16, 1922, in Greensburg, a son of the late Oscar F. and Mary Ellen Lynch Rohrbacher. Prior to retirement, he had been the head of the electrical department for the City of Greensburg. He was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Greensburg; a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army; and a life member of the Greensburg Volunteer Fire Department, Hose Co. #3, where he had held various offices. Also, he was a member of the Pennsylvania State Firemen's Association, Westmoreland County Firemen's Association, the Mohawks Association, and the American Legion Post #981 of South Greensburg. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy L. Lyda Rohrbacher, on Oct. 6, 1989; and a sister, Florence Gazze. He is survived by a brother, John ``Jack'' and his wife, Dorothy Rohrbacher, of Greensburg; two nephews, Barrie and his wife, Lisa Rohrbacher, of Greensburg and Nicholas and his wife, Elizabeth Fields, of Knoxville, Tenn.; grandnieces and nephews, Nicole and Jonathan Rohrbacher of Greensburg, and Taylor and Ryan Fields of Knoxville, Tenn.; and several cousins. Friends will be received at the BACHA FUNERAL HOME INC., 516 Stanton at Green streets, Greensburg, Friday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home Saturday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Edwin J. Fromm officiating. Interment
will follow in the Westmoreland County Memorial Park, Hempfield Township. The Greensburg Volunteer Fire Department and Mohawks Association will meet at the funeral home Friday at 7:30 p.m. to conduct a memorial service.
