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August G. "Augie" Rocco Jr.

May 01, 2023 |

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August G. “Augie” Rocco Jr., age 72, of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at Heritage of Shadyside. Born in Homestead on May 15, 1950, he was the son of the late August and Doris Jean (Dulaney) Rocco Sr. He was a retired computer programmer for Westinghouse-East Pittsburgh and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Agnes Church. He enjoyed fishing, prospecting for gold, and cutting grass on his riding lawn mower and was an avid Penguins, Pirates and Steelers fan. He is the father of Adam Rocco of East Pittsburgh, Petty Officer 2^nd Class Alana (Landon) Jamison, USN of San Diego, CA and Angela (Fredrick Dolne) Simeon of Hollywood, FL; grandfather of Zane Rocco, Aria Rocco, Alaia Jamison, Frederick and Francesca; and brother of Gabriel “Gary” Rocco of Pittsburgh, Roberta (Robert) Simak of West Mifflin, Roseanne (Bob) Regis of West Mifflin, Paul (Neila) Rocco of Missouri and Michael (Letha) Rocco of West Mifflin. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Memorial Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 4, 2023, from 2-6 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. A Blessing Service will take place at the Funeral Home, during visitation, at 5:30 p.m., with Rev. Dan Sweeney, officiating.

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Emil J. Weber Jr.

April 28, 2023 |

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Emil J. Weber Jr., age 86, of McKeesport, formerly of Duquesne and West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, in UPMC Shadyside. Born in McKeesport on June 24, 1936, he was the son of the late Emil J. and Anna (Pavlo) Weber Sr. He was retired from U.S. Steel Homestead and Duquesne Works, was a former auxiliary policeman in Duquesne and a retired school crossing guard in West Mifflin. He proudly served his country in the Army. He was Catholic by faith, liked crossword puzzles and enjoyed life. Emil is survived by his son, David J. Weber of McKeesport. He is the brother of Rose (Vic) Naughton of McKeesport and the late Lawrence (wife Evelyn survives) Weber of Duquesne and is also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Monday, May 1, 2023, from 6-8 p.m., with parting prayers at 8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Daniel C. Bosnyak

April 28, 2023 |

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Daniel C. Bosnyak, age 64, formerly of Glassport, passed away on April 24, 2023. Born in McKeesport on December 1, 1958, he was the son of the late Joseph and Betty Jean (Renda) Bosnyak. He was a delivery driver and enjoyed the outdoors and fishing. He is survived by his brother, Joseph Bosnyak of Liberty Boro; brother-in-law Carl Kurinko of North Huntingdon; nephews, C.J. Kurinko and Joseph Thomas Bosnyak; and also cousins. A private visitation will be held. Services will be conducted by Rev. Thomas Lewandowski. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Brandon D. Schoff

April 11, 2023 |

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Brandon D. Schoff, age 38, of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, April 2, 2023. Born in Houston, TX on April 25, 1985, he was the son of Patricia (O’Dea) Schoff of West Mifflin and the late Duane L. Schoff. Besides his mother, he is survived by his children, grandfather, sister, aunts, uncles, and cousins. A private Memorial Service was held at the Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home, with Deacon Ron Demblowski, officiating. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Walter W. "Butch" Tucker

April 08, 2023 |

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Walter W. “Butch” Tucker, age 61, of Port Vue, passed away on April 5, 2023, at home.  Born in McKeesport on May 12, 1961, he was the son of the late Walter and Dolores (Hunter) Tucker. He worked for Vegley Welding, McKee Asphalt, BK Electric and RSV Construction. He enjoyed his grandchildren, hunting and riding his motorcycle. He is the husband of Deborah (Bowling) Tucker for 35 years; father of Ryan (Rachel) Tucker of Port Vue, Jeanna (Bob) Kremer of West Mifflin, Jared Tucker of Port Vue, Jennifer (Steve) Mihalko of Liberty Boro, Rebecca (James) Johnson of Alaska, Nathan (Deseree) Tucker of Elizabeth and Hunter Tucker of Port Vue; grandfather of Calem Linn-Tucker, Benjamin Tucker, Amelia Kremer, Nathena Tucker, Olivia Mihalko, Nathan Tucker Jr., and Eli Johnson; brother of Barbara (Bill) Atkins of Port Vue, Wendy (Chuck Sr.) Bernath of McKeesport, Bonnie Sturkie of North Carolina and the late Peggy Tomko. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, from 2-4 and 6-7 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. From 7-8 p.m. there will be a private sharing of memories by the Family.

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Rodney D. Myers

April 06, 2023 |

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Rodney D. Myers, age 76, formerly of Braddock, passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at UPMC East. Born in Braddock on April 23, 1946, he was the son of the late Charles and Anna M. (Holmes) Myers. He was a former member of the former Presbyterian Church in Braddock, enjoyed playing bingo, coloring and playing musical instruments. He was a ladies man with girls at the programs and workshops that he attended. He is the brother-in-law of Larry W. (Sharon) Johnson of West Mifflin; brother of the late Carole Johnson; uncle of Kimbel (Megan) Lowery of Ligonier and Terry (late Phyllis) Lowery of North Huntingdon; extended family Bill (Dana) Adams of Washington, PA and their family, Casey and Josie and Robert (Melissa) Ferry of Elizabeth Twp. and their daughter Madison. He is also survived by great nieces and great nephews. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023, from 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Funeral service will be held at the Funeral Home following visitation, at 1:30 p.m., with Pastor Floyd Hughes, of Crossroads Community Church of Jefferson Hills, officiating. Burial will follow in Restland Memorial Park, Monroeville.

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Kathleen Brecko

April 01, 2023 |

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Kathy Brecko, of Duquesne, PA., 89, passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on March 31, 2023.She was born in Braddock on July 10, 1933, and was the daughter to the late Edward and Catherine (Medrick) Wentroble. She was the wife of the late Joseph Brecko. Kathy was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church in West Mifflin. Kathy’s greatest joy was being a mother to her children, Joseph John Jr. (Debbie), Sue (Marina Yanko), Cindy, and Lori Brecko. She loved being a grandmother to her Granddaughters Amy, Kathi and Chaya and Great Granddaughter Kelly. She was a homemaker. She also had a career as a Bell Telephone Operator, Teacher’s aide for the Duquesne School District, and served as president to the PTA of Duquesne Catholic Schools. She was preceded in death by brothers William (Maxine), George (Ann), Edward (John), Joseph (Late Josephine and Patricia Grace), and sister Mildred (Jim) Noe.  She is survived by many nieces and nephews. Kathy had a sense of humor, funloving, and loved to laugh. In her youth, she loved dancing to her favorite polkas.  Loved watching the Steelers. Loved going to the bingo and the casino. Never went out of the house without putting on some lipstick first. She loved to drive. She loved to cook and bake, especially cookies and pies. Special thanks to our Mom’s caregivers Lori, John, and Kayla who allowed our mom’s remaining years to live at home, on her terms. Finally to Bridges Hospice for their care and compassion of our mother in her last year of life. And extra thanks to our therapy dogs Rusty and Gracie who gave our mother much happiness and emotional support. Memorial visitation will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023, from 10-11:30 a.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held at 11:30 a.m., followed by Memorial Mass of Christian Burial, at 12:00 noon, at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo, officiating. Burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin, next to her her husband.

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Cecelia Eileen Grooms

March 28, 2023 |

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Cecelia Eileen Grooms, age 80, of West Mifflin, passed away on March 4, 2023, at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center, in Mechanicsville, VA. Born in McKeesport on September 12, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Ella (Vranesevic) Ferencz. She was a former sales associate and a former beautician. She was the wife of the late John W. Grooms Sr.; mother of J. Wayne (Tammy) Grooms Jr. of Mechanicsville, VA and late Jeannine M. Hines; grandmother of Ronald W. Hines and Shauney M. Chicka-Hines; sister of Richard (Elsie) Ferencz of West Mifflin, Joanne (Andy) Cerpani of West Mifflin and late James (wife Audrey survives) Ferencz of Penn Hills; stepsister of the late Ray (late Donna) Moss. Visitation will be held on Maundy Thursday, April 6, 2023, from 10:30-11:00 A.M. at Christ Lutheran Church-Duquesne, followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 A.M., with Pastor John Gropp, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Walter R. Worek Jr.

March 26, 2023 |

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Walter R. Worek Jr., Age 83, of West Mifflin, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at Jefferson Hills Rehabilitation & Wellness Center. Born in Glassport, on November 19, 1939, he was the son of the Late Walter and Elizabeth (Michaels) Worek Sr. He was a retired teller for various banks, ending with PNC. He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish – St. Joseph Church and the Duquesne Annex Volunteer Fire Department where he served as Vice President. He loved the Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers. Walter is the beloved husband of 60 years to Carol (Ruggier) Worek; father of Arlene (Bruce) Goetz of Mars, John (Sharen) Worek of West Mifflin and David (Maria) Worek of South Riding, VA; Grandfather of Ben (Lauren) Worek, Brian Worek, Molly Worek, Megan Worek, Shelly Worek, Josh Goetz, Ali Goetz, Ian Goetz and Rachel Goetz; Brother of Late Eugene (wife Beverly survives) Worek and Dennis (Debbie) Worek of VA; Nephew of Aileen (Late Albert “Bob”) Michaels of Duquesne; Brother-In-Law of Sandi (Late Gerry) Como of Pleasant Hills, Shelly (Late Paul) Ruggier of Elizabeth Twp. and Thomas (Late Evie) Fichera of West Mifflin. He is also survived by many Nieces and Nephews.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 1-4 and 6-8 pm at the MALOY- SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, PA 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAN BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at 9:30 am, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am, at St. Joseph Church-Duquesne, with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to The Alzheimers Association. Walter’s family would like to give a special thank you to his caregivers and Monarch Hospice for their kind and compassionate care.

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Pamela Ghafoor

March 22, 2023 |

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Pamela Ghafoor, age 58, of Dravosburg--Sunrise, June 27, 1964~Sunset, March 22, 2023. Born in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Jumal and Phyllis (Poindexter) Ghafoor Sr. She liked to braid hair, make clothes and talk about home remedies. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Brittany Barnett of Pittsburgh and Alanzo Williams of Dravosburg; brothers, Jerome Ghafoor of Pittsburgh and Gerard Ghafoor of Turtle Creek and sister, Phyllis Denise Ghafoor of Pittsburgh. She was preceded in death by her brothers, late Jumal Ghafoor Jr. and late Derek Ghafoor. There is no visitation. A Memorial Service will be announced with time and place. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE,412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Evelyn E. Rusteikas

March 20, 2023 |

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Evelyn E. Rusteikas, 98, of Duquesne died Saturday, March 18, 2023, near the home of her son at the Westminster retirement community in Lake Ridge VA. She was born November 1, 1924, in McKeesport, daughter of the late John and Sophie (Ranchik) Slaney. She was preceded in her death by her husband of 55 years Leo F. Rusteikas, who died on September 7, 2011, and her sisters Mary Slaney and Irene (Slaney) Sovak.

She is survived by her son Gregory (Lori) Rusteikas of Manassas VA; grandchildren Scott (Melissa) Rusteikas of Concord NC and Christi (Matthew) Marcheschi of Buffalo Grove IL; great grandchildren Gianna, Gemma, Natalie, Andrew, and Finley.

Evelyn was a member of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Lake Ridge VA, and a longtime former member of St. Joseph Catholic Church (St. Thomas The Apostle Parish) in Duquesne.

Visitation will be from 2:00pm to 5:00pm on Sunday at Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300. Blessing service will be at 9:30am Monday at the funeral home followed by a funeral Mass at 10:00am in St. Joseph Church, Duquesne, with the Rev. Dan Sweeney officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Catholic Charity of Pittsburgh, 212 9th St., Pittsburgh, PA, 15222.

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Joan C. Shedlock

March 18, 2023 |

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Joan C. Shedlock, age 84, of Brentwood, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023, at Southwestern Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  Born in McKeesport on December 20, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Mary (Ganle) Nemes. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Joseph Church. She enjoyed working jigsaw puzzles and watching “Family Feud.” Joan was the wife of the late Edward J. Shedlock; mother of Paul E. Shedlock of West Mifflin and Jennifer Haskins of West Mifflin; sister of the late June (late Charles “Bud”) Dudgeon and the late Robert (late Margaret) Nemes. She is also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 20, 2023, from 4-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., with Deacon Ron Demblowski, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Elias Cemetery, West Mifflin.

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Catherine P. "Cathy" Tomko

March 18, 2023 |

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Catherine P. “Cathy” Tomko, age 77, of West Mifflin, passed away on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at home. Born in Pittsburgh on October 19, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Grace (Gables) Shannon. She worked in Media Sales, was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Agnes Church, enjoyed boating, traveling, cruising all over the world with her husband Dean, and was a devoted “GG” and “Auntie.” Cathy is survived by her husband of 14 years, Dean Tomko; children, Michelle (Brian) Blankenship of Morgantown, WV, Heather (Jon) Wagner of Haymarket, VA, Meghan (Ryan) Kruse of West Deer, Laurel Wentz of Blowingrock, NC, Jeff (Bridgette) Tomko of Danville; niece, Kelly Kuhn of Reserve Twp.; sisters, Thomasine (Mickey) Glamp of Reserve Twp and the late Deborah Marafiotti; grandchildren, Savannah Dervis, Reilly Wagner, Jack Wagner, Grant Wagner, Zach Kruse, Hayden Kruse, Liam Tomko, Tessa Tomko, and Breece Tomko. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.,  at St. Agnes Church, 622 St. Agnes Lane, West Mifflin, 15122, with Rev. Dan Sweeney, officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Daniel L. Piskor

March 18, 2023 |

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Daniel L. Piskor, age 79, of West Mifflin, passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023 (St. Patrick’s Day), at home, in the presence of and surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Duquesne on September 9, 1943, he was the son of the late Stephen T. & Sylvia (Zavonovich) Piskor. He was employed at U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works, in the Primary Mill, Builders Square, and Shop and Save, in Century Square, as the Dairy Manager. He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church and the A.A.R.P. Chapter # 3172, at the Thompson Run Club and enjoyed bowling and going to the casino.  Daniel was the husband of 58 years to Darlene (Bacik) Piskor; father of Dan (Sue) Piskor of Springfield, VA and Dean (Susan) Piskor of Mechanicsburg, PA; grandfather of Diana (Jake) Glaser of Centerville, VA; and brother of Stephen (Barb) Piskor of Fox Chapel. There will be no visitation or services at this time. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. “Those we love don’t go away; they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal.”  Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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James P. "Jim" Whitlock

March 16, 2023 |

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James P. “Jim” Whitlock, age 65, of Pitcairn, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Transitions Healthcare in Washington, PA. Born in Greenville, PA on September 29, 1957, he was the son of the late Frank & Oleva (McBride) Whitlock. He worked for K-Mart and was a Truck Driver for Schneider National. He enjoyed hunting. He is survived by his wife Margaret “Peggy” (Dern) Whitlock; children Ryan (Noko) Whitlock of Japan, Chad (Heather Quear) Whitlock of Beaver, Marissa (Dave Mullinax) Whitlock of Fineview, Ron Preisach of East McKeesport, Robin (Ron) Gehry of Turtle Creek; 9 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild due in July; and sister, Jane (Michael) Sturgin of Clarks Mills.  No visitation or services are planned.  Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.