All Obituaries

Joan C. Kirby    Age 86 of O’Hara Twp., passed away peacefully with family at her side on Thursday, January 17, 2019, after a brief illness. Beloved wife of the late J. Lee Kirby, Jr. Loving mother of Lynn (Michael) Piccardo, Lee (Liz) Kirby,  Edward (Nida) Kirby, Dan Kirby and Katherine Pinto; treasured grandmother of Dana (Taylor) Williams, Brian Piccardo, Kevin (Kelly) Piccardo, Jordan (John) Rhodes, Andrea (Josh) Easter, Samantha Kirby, Edward Kirby,...

Miriam "Mimi" Damico Age 82 of O’Hara Twp. passed away peacefully at home with family at her side on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. Beloved wife of 61 years to Gil Damico; loving mother of David Damico, Gail (Charles) Irwin and Daniel (Christen) Damico; cherished grandmother of Meghan Damico, Allison Damico, Casey (Clement) Newcamp, Andrew Irwin and Samantha Damico; sister of Donald O’Brien and the late Gary O’Brien.  The family will receive...

Age 97 passed away peacefully on December 9, 2018. Beloved daughter of the late Arthur and Sara (Duffy) Rooney; loving cousin of the late Margaret Persinger, survived by loving cousin Geraldine “Gerry” Fowler and family; and numerous other cousins. Sara was a 1942 graduate of St. Mary’s College (Carlow University). Sara retired in 1996 after 42 years of service from People’s Gas Company in Pittsburgh. She was an avid traveler and enjoyed spending time with her family....

Lewis Kimmel Johnson Age 99, of Longwood at Oakmont, formerly of Fox Chapel, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 7, 2018, Pearl Harbor Day.  Lewis dearly missed his beloved wife Sally, who died in February 2015 after 66 years of marriage. He soldiered on, following the Steelers, checking his stock portfolio, reading his “gmails”, and enjoying his Famous Grouse Scotch even on his last evening. He loved regular visits from his family and friends. He had great...

Age 63 of Lawrenceville, formerly of Crafton, passed away on Friday, December 7, 2018 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born in Pittsburgh on March 22, 1955  and was the daughter of the late Robert W. and Virginia (Leech) Feicht.  Joanna was a lover of animals especially cats and dogs. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sisters, Margaret Rodgers (surviving husband, Patrick) and Linda Bilecky. She is survived by her...

Age 92,  passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at the Veteran Administration Hospital, Aspinwall. Joseph was born on March 29, 1926 in Monroeville and was the son of the late Thomas and Mary (Sargo) DeBone. He served with the US Navy, during World War II, and then later served with US Army. In addition to his parents, Joseph was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Shirley (Love) DeBone, who died June 26, 2016. He is survived by his loving son, Joseph...

Age 81 of Sharpsburg, on Monday, December 3, 2018.  Beloved wife of the late Edward J. Echnat.  Loving mother of David (Jana), Stephen (Jennifer) and Kenneth (Michelle) Echnat; cherished grandmother of Sean, Jessica, Brooke, Blair, Reed, Isabella and the late Katie Echnat.  Friends received Thursday, December 6, from 4-8 p.m. at WEDDELL-AJAK FUNERAL HOME, 100 Center Ave., Aspinwall, where a parting prayer will be held Friday, 9:30 a.m. followed by a...

Mary Laurel Thibadeau (1983-2018) Mary Laurel Thibadeau died on December 2, 2018 in Pittsburgh, after a valiant battle with cancer.  Ms. Thibadeau was born December 15, 1983 in Pittsburgh, PA. She was a graduate of The Ellis School, the University of Virginia, earning a BA with Distinction in Cognitive Science in 2006, and from William & Mary Law School in 2009, where she was honored with the Order of the Coif. Upon graduation, Mary became a law clerk for Judge...

Age 84, passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2018. Beloved husband of Carol Rao; loving father of Noelle Rao (Scott Gillam) and Leila Rao (Jim McIntyre).  Dr. Rao was a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who served at Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh from 1970 until his retirement.  He enjoyed photography, nature, exercise, discussing politics, and was an avid sports fan. No Visitation. Service and Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the...

Jerry Klenk Barth went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, November 24 2018. Born and raised in Decatur, IL, he was the son of Anna Marguerite Barnett Barth and Harold Wilbur "Pete" Barth.  A graduate of Decatur High School where he was active in the high school marching band, concert band and dance band as well as the editor of the school yearbook and member of the honor society.  He attended Trinity College on a full scholarship in Hartford, CT...