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11/29/2023

JANET GALANTY: Passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at home in O'Hara Township surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Galanty was born to Levi and Tabitha Swab and raised in O'Hara Township. She graduated from Aspinwall High School in 1957 and went on to study business. She worked as a Bell telephone operator before meeting Sharpsburg merchant Sanford Galanty on a blind date; they were married from 1962 until his death in 2020, and theirs was a devoted partnership dedicated to family, friends, travel and Mr. Galanty's hardware and carpeting businesses. Mrs. Galanty spent time as a Girl Scouts leader and volunteered with her children Harry and Jill for many years at the Harmarville Rehabilitation Center, where she worked in the Yellow Ribbon gift shop as well. Mrs. Galanty was also a member of Hadassah.

In addition, Mrs. Galanty enjoyed gardening, puzzles and games, and vacationing with her family. She was also a lover of animals, housing an array of dogs and cats and taking care of senior dogs later in her life. Mrs. Galanty is survived by daughter Jill (William) Gallagher, grandchildren Liam and Taryn Gallagher and Samantha and Ben Belanger, daughter-in-law Elizabeth Belanger, brother Raymond Swab and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by husband Sanford, sons Harry and Stephen and brother Wayne.

Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Ave., Shadyside on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 11 AM. Visitation one hour prior to service (10 AM - 11 AM). Interment B'Nai Israel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh (humaneanimalrescue.org/donate/) and the Pancreatic Cancer Society (donate.cancer.org) www.schugar.com

11/29/2023

Melvin Cohen passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones at age 68 on November 28, 2023. Son of the late Abe Cohen and Ruth Alterman Cohen, devoted husband to his wife, Nan, an extraordinary father to his daughters Elyssa, Abbe, and dog Cookie, and loving friend of Donna Schano. Melvin lived his life to the fullest with his "can-do", "keep-going", attitude and fought every battle with a smile on his face. A special thank you to Dr. Vikram Gorantla, Dr. David Weber and their staff, with a special acknowledgment to nurse Jenny Rabuck for providing us with excellent care. Melvin will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 11:00 AM. Visitation one hour prior to services (10 AM - 11 AM). Interment private. www.schugar.com

11/26/2023

YETTA SPEISER: On Saturday, November 25, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Herbert R. Speiser; loving mother of the late Harriet Siskind; mother-in-law of Arnold Siskind of Media, PA; Sister of Sidney Blatt of West Palm Beach, FL and the late Saul, Benjamin, and Simon Blatt. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Yetta grew up in the Hill District and then moved over to the North Side when her father opened the Union Market on East Ohio Street. She is a 1944 graduate of Allegheny High School. She worked many places including Tisherman's Bakery and American Foam Latex Corporation. Yetta was also a longtime member of Hadassah and could be seen for well over 30 years holiday gift wrapping at Monroeville Mall. Yetta and her husband Herbie were members of New Light Congregation. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 3 PM. Visitation one hour prior to services (2 PM to 3 PM). Interment B'Nai Israel Cemetery-Penn Hills. Yetta's family will be sitting shiva at Weinberg Terrace's Social Room at 5757 Bartlett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 from 6 pm to 7 pm following her burial. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hadassah, 40 Wall Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10005. www.schugar.com

11/26/2023

PATRICIA LOVE ANOUCHI: On Sunday, November 26, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Murray S. Love and Abraham Anouchi. Loving mother of Charles Love, Lauren Love, and Pamela Love. Sister of the late Paul Goldberg. Cherished grandmother of Aaron Love, Dara Love Miller, Theodore Koepf, Isabella Koepf, and Camille Koepf. Also survived by nephew Charles Goldberg and niece Susan Goldberg Savoie. Adored godmother of Steven Landay. Patricia was born in Oil City, PA to Charles and Sara Goldberg. She completed both her undergraduate and master's degrees at the University of Pittsburgh, where she was elected Senior Queen. Patricia donated much of her time to helping abused women and incarcerated people rebuild their lives. She was a patron of the arts, supporting the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Pittsburgh Public Theater, museums, and the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Graveside Services and Interment will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 1 PM at Beth Shalom Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hebrew Free Loan Association of Pittsburgh, 4905 Fifth Avenue, Suite 211, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. www.schugar.com

11/14/2023

Karen Louise Rubb, born Karen Judy and owning the important title of Nana to her grandchildren, died peacefully on Monday, November 13, 2023 after an extended battle with FTD (Frontotemporal Dementia). She was 71.

Karen was born to Ray Judy and Mary Conroy of Duquesne, PA. The oldest of 5 children, Karen's instinct for protecting and nurturing others was evident early. So it was no surprise that her kindness and empathy would lead her into the field of nursing, attending St. Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing and Waynesburg University.

Karen spent the early part of her career working in surgery and recovery at the Veterans Administration Hospital and Montefiore. In November, 1973, an elderly woman came into her care for cancer treatment. Karen had of course worked with such patients before - what she had not encountered was anyone quite like this woman's son, Bernard (Bernie). While the details of their initial contact are reserved for a good, old-fashioned live telling, the two of them hit it off and went on a date (rescheduled from Friday to Saturday because Karen had already committed to spending Friday coloring with her younger sister). One date led to another, and another - trips to Florida and New Jersey along the way - and two years later, Karen married Bernie Rubb on August 31, 1975.

Karen put her nursing career on hold as she and Bernie welcomed two children in the ensuing years, Eric and Tamara. She created a home filled with laughter and love, punctuated by late night card games, charades, and movie nights on what was probably one of the last remaining Betamax players on the east coast. Her home became the epicenter of family gatherings. Visitors would often be greeted by the strains of Irish folk music and the savory smells of lemon chicken or her mother's goulash.

And her hugs were legendary.

As her kids flew the nest, Karen's drive to serve others never waned and she returned to nursing, working as a charge nurse at Sewickley Valley Hospital and in recovery at Shady Side hospital before her illness unfortunately forced her from the work she loved so much.

Karen was diagnosed with FTD in 2009 and battled the slow advance of her disease with grace. Even as she lost her ability to speak, her family and her caregivers would remark on the ever-present brightness in her eyes. A lifetime of service, of desire to help others, still bubbling beneath the surface, trying to get out.

Karen is survived by her husband, Bernie, her children Eric and Tamara, her daughter-in-law, Caroline, her grandchildren Banjo, Leo, and Eloise, and her siblings Karol, Kathy, and Ray. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 12 Noon. Visitation one hour prior to services (11 am - 12 noon). Interment Beth Hamedrash Hagodol Cemetery/Beth Jacobs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would kindly request donations to The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (https://www.theaftd.org/). www.schugar.com

11/09/2023

RUTH FREEMAN: On Monday, November 6, 2023. Beloved partner of Fredrick Rossi, Jr. Loving mother of Cheri Riznyk and Michael Klawansky. Sister of Sylvia Ali. Grandmother of Clio Riznyk. Born in 1940, Ruth was named after her mother's favorite cousin and childhood playmate Ruth Poritsky, who sadly perished in Auschwitz. Ruth was profoundly affected by the Holocaust, and the stories about the loss of relatives and millions of others. Like her mother, Ruth found art to be a kind of spiritual liberation. As a way of coping with life's adversities, Ruth always expressed herself through art.

Ruth was the second daughter of Irma and Louis Freeman. She was raised in Pittsburgh during the post-war years in a traditional Jewish home, attending Temple and Hebrew school regularly. She began painting as a child and won prizes while attending Peabody High School. She also attended the Carnegie Museum of Art classes led by Joseph Fitzpatrick. After graduating she enrolled in and studied at Carnegie Tech from 1958 to 1962. Ruth said as an art student she often painted with her mother. While at Carnegie Tech she studied under Samuel Rosenberg and William Libby. During college she worked at a local coffee shop where she was among the beatnik crowd. Ruth started teaching full-time as a substitute teacher in Pittsburgh Public Schools which she found extremely difficult and stressful, so much so that she became ill. After recovering she was given a scholarship to attend Ivy School of Professional Art, and was able to get a job with Joseph Hornes, both drawing and doing layouts for print ads. In 1966 Ruth married Saul Klawansky, who had two children at home from a previous marriage; the couple had one boy, Michael. The family moved to Israel where Ruthie flourished. First she taught many subjects, but soon got work as a commercial artist and other art jobs. However the marriage failed and she returned to Pittsburgh with her son.

Ruth pursued art education at Carlow College, and after receiving her teaching degree, she taught at Saint Mary's and also received grants to work at an alternative high school at East Liberty Presbyterian Church (ELPC). Ruth remembers the experience fondly. She says she enjoyed working there because there were very small, informal classes, with no discipline issues. She later went back to subbing for the Pittsburgh Public Schools, and worked there for many years. Ruth had been a practicing artist for most of her life. For years she was extremely prolific, and worked in printing and design, as well as painting. Ruth first showed her work alongside her mother, Irma Freeman. She had many Works in group and solo exhibitions over the years.

In her work, artist Ruth Freeman gave concrete form to figures from her fantasies, including mermaids, flying figures and imaginary animals. The media she used to give form to these fantastical images varied from two-dimensional acrylic paintings to prints made from watercolor or ink monotype and wood-cut or linoleum-cut relief. Freeman had exhibited her work and shows by the Pittsburgh print group and Associated artists of Pittsburgh and at BNY Mellon, Pittsburgh Artist Gallery, Shadyside Arts Festival, Three Rivers Arts Festival and Westmoreland Museum. She also exhibited her work in an immigrant print show in Jerusalem, Israel. Her illustrations appeared on the covers of the Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle.

Ruth gained a commercial art degree from Ivy School of Professional Art. She taught drawing at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and art at various centers of Education in Pittsburgh. Ruth says that as an art student she often painted with her mother. While Ruth continued in search of her own style, she believed that she both influenced, and was influenced by her mother's craft. she also exuded the spirit of her mother, who was by nature sympathetic to the Bohemian lifestyle.

Friends may meet at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Friday, November 10, 2023 at 11 AM and then proceed to Shaare Torah Cemetery for 12 Noon Graveside Services. Contributions may be made to The Irma Freeman Center for Imagination, 5006 Penn Avenue, Pittsburtgh, PA 15224. www.schugar.com

11/07/2023

ROBERT W. MANDELL: On Sunday, November 5, 2023. Beloved husband of Diane. Proud father of Julie (Michael) Wishnow, Michael (Angela) Mandell, and Ted (Renee) Mandell. Younger brother of Stanley (late Donna) Mandell. Adoring grandfather of 13 grandchildren. Robert was a graduate and the class President of Taylor Allderdice High School, Class of 1959. He then attended Princeton University for undergraduate college and completed his law degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. While at Pitt, Robert worked at Reinhold Ice Cream, and later went on to be the President of Reinhold Ice Cream for over 50 years. He was also a substitute teacher at East Allegheny School District and a lawyer. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 12 Noon. Visitation 11 AM - 12 Noon. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Jewish Association on Aging, Attn: Development 200 JHF Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. www.schugar.com

11/03/2023

HARRIET MAIER: On Thursday, November 2, 2023. Loving mother of Debbie (late Larry) Jacknin and Sharon (BJ) Rayburg. Sister of Arlene (George) Groch. Grandma of Jacklyn (Ezra) Juliar, Jennifer Orefice, Jacob and Julia Rayburg. Great-gtrandmother of Leora Juliar. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Sunday, November 5, 2023 at 12 Noon. Visitation one hour prior to service (11 AM - 12 Noon). Interment Temple Sinai Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

11/01/2023

CECILIA SHARPE: On Monday, October 30, 2023; Cecilia Sharpe, beloved wife of the late Harold Sharpe; loving mother of Nancy (Morry) Cohen, Cindy (Bob) Friedman, and the late Jeffrey Sharpe. Sister of the late Arnold, Ralph, and Saul Fineberg, Ethel Siegel, Rose Mahlmood, and Jeanette Berman. Adoring grandmother of Scott (Becky) Cohen and Kevin (Ashley) Cohen, Zara (Warner) Asch, Noa (Daryl Sembrano) Friedman. Proud "Gigi" of Ayden, Alexandra, Seth and Drew Cohen, Zachary and Hailey Cohen, Saul and Ira Asch, and Moriah Friedman Sembrano. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. When most people retired, Cecilia began a career she loved at Adopt a Child, an international adoption agency. She was an avid tennis player and enjoyed playing cards. Cecilia enjoyed attending AgeWell programs at the JCC Pittsburgh before moving to South Carolina to be with family. Friends may meet at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Friday, November 3, 2023, at 11:00 AM and then proceed to Torath Chaim Cemetery for 12:00 Noon graveside services. Donations in memory of Cecilia Sharpe may be made to the JCC Pittsburgh, Attn: Development Department, 5738 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, or online, donate.JCCPGH.org/donate. www.schugar.com

11/01/2023

ANDREW DANIEL PRICE: Andrew, known to friends as Andy, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023. He is survived by his parents Robin and Lee Price; sister Emily Price (Ryan O'Donnell); brother Jordan Price; niece Vivienne O'Donnell; and aunts, uncles, and cousins. A gifted visual artist, he tutored burgeoning art students in Pittsburgh's East End. On any given day, Andrew could be spotted sketching at a coffee shop around town, listening to the week's roundup of culture podcasts, or cooking at home in Edgewood. Visitation will be held at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Friday, November 3, 2023 from 12:00 to 1:00 pm, directly followed by a 1:00 pm service at the chapel and interment at Temple Sinai Memorial Park. Please join the family at Robin and Lee's home following interment. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Andrew's memory to the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh arts education programs: https://carnegiemuseums.org/join-support/donate/. www.schugar.com

10/30/2023

Ronna (Roni) Jo Cantor Schulhof passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 29th, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Roni was born July 24,1945 to Beatrice and Harry Cantor. She is survived by her husband of 55 years Jay Schulhof; children Scott (Julie) Schulhof, Melissa (Adam) Rosenberg, Keith (Michal) Schulhof; and grandchildren Lilly, Justin, Brooke, Maya, Ari and Lev. She is also survived by two brothers: Owen Cantor and Richard Cantor. Following her graduation from Taylor Allderdice High School in 1967 Roni received her Bachelors of Fine Arts at Carnegie Institute of Technology/Carnegie Mellon University. She also received a Masters in Educational Communication from University of Pittsburgh. Roni was an accomplished artist in printmaking, oil painting, watercolor, calligraphy, embroidery, needlepoint and was a lifelong member of the Embroiderers' Guild of Pittsburgh. She exhibited her work at the Three Rivers Arts Festival and designed covers for Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle. Roni taught art for 4 years in the Pittsburgh Public Schools and in later years was involved in art education in preschools. She was also President of the Hoover Elementary School PTA. The funeral will take place on Wednesday, November 1st, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside. No prior visitation. Interment in the Beth El section of the Mount Lebanon Cemetery. Please contact Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. at 412.621.8282 for access to the zoom link and the Shiva information. Donations can be made to: Allegheny Health Network, Office of Development, 4818 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 (https://www.supportahn.org/ and choose Hospice & Palliative Care Fund) or Beth El Congregation of the South Hills, 1900 Cochran Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220 (https://www.bethelcong.org/payment.php and choose Helene Weinstein Fund). www.schugar.com

10/29/2023

PAULA CAPLAN: On Friday, October 27, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Paul Caplan. Loving mother of Jason (Dawn) and Noah (Becky). Daughter of the late John and late Eleanor Polechko. Sister of Katie, Missy, Kelly, and Marilyn. Also two grandchildren: Paige Kacey and Leighton Avery. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Graveside Service and Interment will be held on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at 10:30 AM at Temple Sinai Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Western Pennsylvania, Western New York & West Virginia, P.O. Box 22488, New York, NY 10087-2488. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., family owned and operated. www.schugar.com

10/11/2023

LESLIE "LES" DUKEHART: On Monday, October 9, 2023. Beloved husband of the late June Whitehill-Dukehart. Loving father to Richard Dukehart of Pittsburgh and Karin Dukehart of Denver. Grandfather to Jamie, Alyssa, Zachary and Justin Westwood. Also great-grandfather to Hannah, Maven, Luca, Maxwell, Ember, Fiona, Lily, and Grace. Also survived by loving partner Iris Walker and dear friends and cousins Erwin and Stephanie Greenberg. Leslie was a fixture in the Home Improvement Industry for over 75 years. He was an avid golfer and skier. He also enjoyed playing gin and poker, and was well known at the local casinos. Leslie was very generous and the life of the party. He will be truly missed. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 2 PM. Visitation 1 PM to 2 PM. Interment private. Family owned and operated. www.schugar.com

10/10/2023

MARCIA (SINGER) GOTTFRIED: On Monday, October 9, 2023. Beloved wife of Byron S. Gottfried for 64 years. Loving mother of Sharon Gottfried, Gail Gottfried and Susan Gottfried. Sister of Dr. Henry L. (Naomi) Singer and Dr. Mark I. (Judy) Singer. Grammy of Aaron Samuel Greenberg and Eliza Marie Greenberg. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Marcia was an elementary school teacher who loved enriching the lives of young children. She was a devoted member of Temple Sinai (Pittsburgh, PA) Congregation. Marcia was also an advocate for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. Most importantly Marcia loved her husband, children and grandchildren. She volunteered her time in service to many different organizations. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Friday, October 13, 2023 at 11 AM. Visitation one hour prior to services (10 AM - 11 AM). Interment Temple Sinai Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), https://action.aclu.org/give/now, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, 1 N Linden Street, Duquesne, PA 15110 or Temple Sinai (Pittsburgh, PA), 5505 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. www.schugar.com

10/10/2023

MARIAN NEUSTADT HERSHMAN: On Monday, October 9, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Sherman Hershman. Loving mother of Larry (Tiffany) Hershman of Forest Hills; Joseph Hershman of Fort Myers, FL; Mark Hershman of Louisville, KY; and William Hershman of Braddock Hills. Cherished grandmother of Seraphim and Emmett Hershman; Lizabeth Hershman; Brian, Brandon, and Alyssa Hershman; Ryan and Ben Hershman. Great-grandmother of nine. Marian was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, and was a Registered Nurse and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. She worked as a nurse for the Pittsburgh Public Schools and for summer camps, including Camp Ramah and Emma Kaufmann Camp. Marian also filed taxes with H&R Block and as a volunteer for the AARP. She was a lifelong member of Hadassah. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 10 AM. Visitation one hour prior to services (9 AM - 10 AM). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. For those unable to attend in person, please contact Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. at (412) 621-8282 for access to the Zoom. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice. www.schugar.com

10/05/2023

Jonah Maxwell Hart, beloved by so many, passed peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Monday, October 2. Jonah valiantly fought glioblastoma for the last 13 months. Despite the impact of cancer on his physical body, Jonah continued to embrace all that life can offer until the very end. Jonah was a source of light, humor, and strength to all who knew him.

Jonah was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on September 4, 2006. He joined his parents, Chris & Lorien Hart, and big sister Abigail, in their Highland Park home. His childhood was full of gathering with other kids on the block. There were many moments that included ice cream cones, days splashing around, and lemonade stands. It was a wonderful place to grow up and Jonah was essential to its spark.

He began attending Montessori Centre Academy (MCA) when he was 3 and quickly grew, not only his intellectual knowledge, but also in how to make friends, be a part of a larger community, and engage the natural world. Jonah continued at MCA until the 6th grade when he began at Barack Obama Academy of International Studies 6-12.

A young man of many talents, Jonah was a rabid Michigan Wolverines fan, a beautiful artist, a competitive speed cuber, a crafty magician, a black belt in Taekwondo, a late night gamer, a fierce deck hockey player, a daredevil bmx bike rider, a double black diamond skier, but most importantly, a beloved friend, brother, and son.

While attending Obama Academy from 6th grade until his passing, Jonah was a straight-A student who fully participated in the school’s International Baccalaureate Program. He was on track to be a class valedictorian, maintaining his standing, even as he endured daily radiation. He was a proud member of the Obama Class of 2024.

Of all of the places in the world, URJ Camp Harlam was his favorite. He began attending sleep-away camp as a 7 year old and made it his summer home every year since. He accompanied his fellow campers on a trip to Israel in 2022 and spent this past summer as a Counselor-in-Training. As you pull into the camp in Kunkletown, there are signs that say “Welcome Home” and this was true for Jonah. Jonah’s summer home filled him with joy and he filled it with his humor and wisdom.

As a 5th generation Wolverine, Jonah comes from a long line of Michigan scholars, including his sister, parents, grandparents, great grandfather, cousins, aunts, uncles, and family friends. He was cheering for his first Michigan football game when he was just days old and regularly went to “The Big House” for home games.

He is survived by his parents, Chris & Lorien Hart; sister, Abigail Hart; more best friends than he could count; as well as many grandparents, aunts & uncles, cousins, friends, teachers, extended family, neighbors, and fans of his hair.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, October 5, at 5pm. The service will be held at Temple Sinai, 5505 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15217. Everyone is welcome.

Shiva will be celebrated after the Memorial Service until 9pm. Additionally, the family will host a Sukkot Celebration on Friday, October 6, from 6pm-9pm and Saturday, October 7, from 10am-2pm. Please call Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. at 412.621.8282 for more information.

In lieu of flowers, the Harts ask that donations in Jonah’s memory be made to The Outlier Fund: https://www.theoutlierfund.org.

Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., family owned and operated. www.schugar.com

10/04/2023

LOUIS WALDMAN, Ph.D.: Age 93, on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, Beloved husband of Ann Jean Waldman for over 62 years; loving father of Ivan (Jackie) Waldman of Chevy Chase, MD and Carl (Shari) Waldman of Fredericksburg, VA. Brother of the late Dorothy Goldstine and Florence Safron. Proud Zayde of Miles and Emma Waldman. Dr. Waldman graduated with honors from the The University of Toledo with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering in 1951. Upon completion of a year's Fellowship in Nuclear Science and Engineering in 1952, Dr. Waldman accepted a position with the Westinghouse Electric Corporation at the Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory. This laboratory was established with dual roles for developing nuclear propulsion for the U.S. Navy under the leadership of Admiral Hyman G. Rickover, and a civilian Nuclear Power Plant demonstration for the Atomic Energy Commission. Dr. Waldman was part of the team that invented nuclear submarines. Dr. Waldman was awarded a Master of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering (1956) from the Carnegie Mellon University (Carnegie Institute of Technology). He continued his post graduate studies at the University of Pittsburgh and obtained a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering. Dr. Waldman also taught Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics from 1965-1966 at Carnegie Tech while also employed by Westinghouse. Dr. Waldman retired from Westinghouse Electric in 1994 following a total of 42 years of research and development which led to 25 papers published, many of which were presented at American Nuclear Society meetings and are referred to in five published textbooks. He will be greatly missed for his sharp wit, gentle ways, and big smile. Friends may meet at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 9:00 AM and then proceed to Beth Shalom Cemetery for 10:00 AM graveside services. Contributions may be made to the School of Engineering at either the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering or Carnegie Mellon College of Engineering, or a charity of your choice. Family owned and operated. www.schugar.com

10/01/2023

JEAN SPEER STEIN: Peacefully on Saturday, September 30, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Saul Stein. Devoted mother of Steven (Lanoma), Eileen, Jeffrey (Linda) and Ted (Stacy).

Grandmother of Heather (Tim), Stephanie (Marty), Mitchell (Adina), Josh, Isaac and John. Nannie to Austin, Thomas, Jaxon and Mya.

Daughter of the late Morris and Sadie Speer. Sister of the late Norman Speer.

A special thank you to all the caregivers who took wonderful care of Jean.

Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 11 AM. Visitation one hour prior to service (10 am - 11 am). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery.

Contributions may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research's Unity Walk, in memory of Jean Stein (Please direct donations to Team Papa's Rockin N.J. Walkers, https://give.michaeljfox.org/PapasRockinNJWalkers). www.schugar.com

09/30/2023

ROBERT LESLIE HERSH: Passed away on September 24, 2023. Beloved husband of Christine Coffer Hersh, beloved father of Jaclyn and Nathan (Sarah), beloved grandfather of Rafaela, beloved brother of Ed. Bob considered Pittsburgh his hometown, even as building a career and a family took him across the country. He completed college at the The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earned his law degree in Washington, and lived for most of his life in Marin County, CA. In Marin, he built a law practice advocating for injured workers, before retiring first to Florida and then to North Carolina.

His family and close friends will miss his offbeat sense of humor and quick wit, his sharp style, and his love, which was felt strongly by those who knew him well. As a young boy growing up in Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh, Bobby was as precocious as he was mischievous, from selling the lunch his mother packed for him to cutting class to spend his earnings at an Italian restaurant. The stories from his youth will live on for generations. As an adult, Bob always had those close to him laughing.

Graveside service and interment will be held for family only at Beth Abraham Cemetery in Pittsburgh, PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the cancer research organization of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., family owned and operated. www.schugar.com

09/27/2023

Peter Paul Neft, 89 of Pittsburgh, PA., passed away on September 26, 2023. He was born April 22, 1934, in Sharon, PA, son of Alvin Neft and Thelma L. (Gross) Neft.

Pete is survived by his wife of 69 years Barbara Neft, son Bob Neft, daughters Lauren Jacobson and Cynthia Starr; grandchildren Brandon Starr, Ashley Jacobson and Justin Jacobson; nephews Martin Wnuk and Benjamin Yahr and son-in-law Tom Wyse, Jr. and daughter-in-law Fermina (Santana) Starr.

Peter served as Captain in the US Airforce Reserves. He was quarterback for the University of Pittsburgh and led the team to the 1956 Allstate Sugar Bowl. He also was quarterback for the British Columbia Lions (BC Lions) in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was inducted in the Western Pennsylvania Jewish Sports Hall of Fame. He was an avid golfer and loved outdoor activities of fly fishing.

He was known for his warm smile, always having a story to tell and for his easy-going, jovial, fun-loving spirit and easy laugh. He loved life and all who shared time with him.

His greatest love, however, was his family. He was fiercely committed to them and loved supporting, and spending time with them, traveling, attending sporting, musical and academic events. He also loved his grand-dogs Scott and Runner and his grand-bunnies, Nutmeg and Bebe Moon.

Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232 on Sunday, October 1, 2023, at 2:00 pm. Visitation one hour prior to services (1:00 pm - 2:00 pm). Interment private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to: University of Pittsburgh Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, Attn: Leslie Dunn, MPH, ADRC, Administrator, University of Pittsburgh, UPMC Montefiore, Four West, 200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2582. www.schugar.com

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