Edith Mierzwa (Sergi), of Brookline, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the age of 84. A devout Catholic and a staple of the Brookline community, Edith owned and operated Edie’s Hair Care for nearly 40 years. She followed in the entrepreneurial footsteps of her father, Joseph A. Sergi, who went from tailoring for Hollywood royalty on Sunset Boulevard to owning a beloved local tailor shop on Brookline Boulevard, later operated by her mother, Alberta D. Sergi. Edith was ...

Polosky, Norberta R., age 70 of Brookline passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.  Beloved wife of the late Stanley, daughter of the late Norbert and Dorothy Conway, sister of Marilyn Phillips (Steve Credo), Dorothy J. Conway, Norbert R. Conway, Jr. (Dena).  Aunt of Abby Phillips and Breana Algas (James).  Great Aunt of Summer, Piper and Tessa Algas.  Godmother of Rachael and Daemon. Family and friends will be received at the Frank F. ...

Francis Louis Schanck, age 95, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at Brookdale Senior Living in the South Hills, surrounded by love, sharing quiet meaningful moments with each of his children and many he loved—an enduring testament to the family he so gently united and all those he loved. Francis was born on October 13, 1930, in Pittsburgh’s South Side, the son of the late Jacob and Alice Schanck. A man of deep integrity ...

Francesca Maria (Monoriti) Barack of Brookline, age 104, on Saturday, March 14, 2026.  Daughter of the late Giuseppie and Saverina (Romano) Monoriti.  Beloved wife of the late Anthony J. Barack; mother of Joseph Barack (Sonia), Anthony Barack, and Marianne Kovach (Ken); grandmother of Gina Morgano; sister of the late Lt. Col. Elidio J. Monoriti (the late Ruth); aunt of Norma Borik (Chuck), Charles Hoskowicz, and the late Diana Kuzma (the late Joseph); great-aunt of Joseph Borik, ...

Wheeler, Catherine L. of Brookline on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.  Wife of the late James C. Wheeler, beloved mother of Jim (Carla), Paul (Annamarie), Nancy Anne Olszewski (Doug), John (Sandy), and the late Patricia Ann Snyder (David).  Grandmother of Christian, Andrew, Paul, Jr. Justin, Thomas, David Snyder, Jr., Nicole Snyder, Virginia Kuhar, Hannah Olszewski, John Tylor, James and Zachary.  Kay was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan.    Visitation is private out of ...

Matthews, Kathie J., of Brookline on Friday, February 6, 2026.  Beloved daughter of the late Donald and Beatrice Matthews.  Sister of Gregg Matthews (Lori), Scott Matthews (Sherry), Karen Brunner (Al), Jill Pawloski (Drew), Kelly Matthews, Brian Matthews and Kristie Matthews.  Dearest Aunt of Levi Linkenheimer, also many other nieces and nephews Family and friends will be received at the Frank F. DeBor Funeral Home, 1065, Brookline Boulevard, 412-561-0380, on Wednesday, ...

Bickerton, Gloria J. of Brookline in her 97th year formerly Uptown on Friday, February 6, 2026.  Beloved wife of the late George "Red" Bickerton.  Mother of Linda McMinn (John), mother of the late Gloria "GiGi" Mannarino, and the late Curtis "Butchie" Bickerton.  Grandmother of Johnny, Lisa, Gina, Dana (Joey).  Great Grandmother of Kayle (Trey), Tayler (Mason), Brooklyn (Ty), Carly (Evan), Nicholas, Brady, Jordan and Joey.  Great Great ...

Ngoc Van Nguyen, 79, who resided in Castle Shannon previously Brookline, co-owner of Mekong Restaurant in Dormont through 2015, passed away on January 29, 2026. Ngoc was known for his big smile, contagious personality and engaging conversations. He was dedicated to providing the best for his family through his hard work. He was deeply proud to have raised an inseparable family. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who have known him. He was the devoted husband to ...

Grant, Dorothy (Dottie) M. went to be with God on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.  Dottie was born in Pittsburgh on October 22, 1941 and Graduated from St. Paul Cathedral.  Her quick wit and sassy, bold personality endeared her to everyone she met.  Dottie's commitment to her community saw her lead initiatives to increase safety and structural change throughout Brookline. Dottie retired from Koppers, Inc. and enjoyed her retirement by volunteering at Brookline Elementary, ...

Joan Marie Ludwig, 94, who resided at Brookdale Mt. Lebanon, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. She was born August 14, 1931, in Ford City Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Marvin and Frances Carberry. Joan had a long career in nursing; she graduated from West Penn School of Nursing, and then studied anesthesia at St. Francis Hospital. She worked for many years as a nurse anesthetist in Pittsburgh. Taking care of others was a lifelong passion that Joan fully embraced. Family and ...