Bernadette L. Rose-Tihey
Bernadette L. Rose-Tihey
Funeral Director
Supervisor, Vice President

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412.241.5415

10940 Frankstown Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
info@rosefuneralhomeinc.com

Rose Funeral Home & Cremation Service

Howard G. Ostfield

 

Howard G. Ostfield, 82, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2023, after spending time with family and great friends.

Howard is survived by his sons Marc and Alan, daughter-in-law Jennifer, son-in-law Michael, grandson Benjamin, granddaughter Hannah, brother Paul and nieces Sheryl and Dana.  Howard was preceded in death by his parents, Mildred and Joseph, and his twin sister Roselie.  Howard was a loving father, husband, grandfather and friend to everyone.

Howard was born March 8, 1941, attended Schenley High School and the University of Pittsburgh.  Howard loved all sports, playing softball, football and golf as an adult, and was an avid supporter of his hometown Steelers, Penguins and Pirates.  Howard was an active outdoorsman, spending countless hours, days and weeks hiking with great friends, including the entire Appalachian Trail.  Howard’s favorite pastime was going “doggin” in various Pittsburgh parks with his loyal, best dog friends Coach, Woody, Cody and Rosie over the years.  Howard was a chemist with Bayer for almost 30 years, a career that he enjoyed and enabled him to retire early, travel throughout the country many times, go on safaris in Africa, and enjoy all that he helped create.

A special thank you to the people with Presbyterian Senior Care and the Willows for their loving care and support for Howard and his family during the later years of Howard’s life.

Funeral services for Howard will be at Homewood Cemetery (1599 South Dallas Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217) on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 10.00 am, followed by Howard being laid to rest at the Smithfield East End Cemetery (1634 South Dallas Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217).  Memorial donations can be made to either Pittsburgh Youth Leadership (1034 Fifth Avenue, Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, www.pittsburghyouthleadership.org) or Hebrew Free Loan Association of Pittsburgh (4905 Fifth Avenue, Suite 211, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, www.hflapgh.org).

Leslie A. Bennett

Angels visited Leslie Allen Bennett to request his presence to be with his Heavenly Father at his mansion in the sky. Leslie Bennett, age 76 of Penn Hills formerly of Morgan,PA, passed onto enteral life surrounded by his loving family April 21st, 2023. He was the son of the late Ida Bennett and Frank Underwood. Leslie was an alumnus of Cannon McMillan and graduated June 1963. Shortly after graduating Leslie, he went to serve his country in October of 1966. After serving in the military Leslie returned home and began to attend California University where he graduated with his bachelor’s degree. After graduating he work at the United States Post office and worked his way up from mail handler to liaison of affairs between USPS and United Way where he retired from. He was preceded in death by his mother Ida Bennett and father Frank Underwood. Leslie is survived by wife Darla Hunt Bennett.  He is also survived by his siblings: Terry Bennett, Jacqueline Simms, Constance Bennett, and Stephanie Bennett.

Leslie was a kind and loving person who dedicated his life to his wife. When he spoke about his “Angel” he always beamed with pride. His wife children the Lord guided his life to the very end. He loved his music all genres from jazz to gospel. He looked forward to listening to Reverend Dr.William H. Curtis every Saturday night. Leslie was always a bright light in the room. He always tried to bring us all together.

Leslie was also so very proud of his children Brian Everett (Santanna) and Ebony Turner as well as his many grandchildren, great nieces, and nephews He beamed with joy every time he was around them. He never forgets a birthday or holiday as he tried to share his love with everyone. Leslie was the kind of person the more you were around him the more you came to love him. Leslie would do anything to help anyone out at the drop of a hat.

Grandchildren: Brian Everett Jr., Bryson Everett,  Jai’anna Mahoney, Jerry Mahoney

Nieces and Nephews: Chris Bennett, Adrian Tiller, LaShonda Hudson, Tanoya Lemon-Bennett, Ivory Bennett, Fred Simms, and Ebony Turner.

Leslie, we will miss you badly. We had the greatest joy of having you in our lives. We will mourn the loss of your life but will rejoice when we meet you on the other side.

Friends received Sunday April 30, 2023, 2pm to 6 pm at Rose Funeral Home & Cremation Services, funeral services will be held Monday, May 1, 2023 at 11am at Mt Ararat  Baptist Church, 271 Paulson Ave Pgh PA 15206

Keith Burnett

Age 70, of Allison Park, PA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. Son of the late James and June Burnett. Beloved father of Matthew J. Burnett, Mark Burnett, Nicholas Burnett and Jamie (Alyssa Drake) Burnett; also survived by his devoted companion and caregiver, Janice Burnett. Keith served proudly in the US Marines. A Graveside Service will be held Monday, April 10th at 12:30 at Homewood Cemetery, 1599 S. Dallas Ave., Pgh., PA 15217.

Rose Mary Nave

Age 97 of Rosedale, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 24, 2023.  Beloved wife of the late Robert J. Nave Jr. , loving mother of Michael (Linda) Nave, Tim (Barbara) Nave and the late Robert J. Nave III “Bud”.  Devoted grandmother of Tim (Ann), Steven (Chevy), Jeff (Harlie) and Ashley (Dave) Koerbel.  Great grandmother of Abby, Ally, Eden and Peyton.  Friends received Wednesday 2pm til 8pm at Rose Funeral Home & Cremation Services.  Mass will be held 10am Thursday at Holy Family Parish St. Joseph Church 825 2nd Verona, PA 15147. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions made be made to North Bessemer 223 Volunteer Fire Department, 1701 Leechburg Road, Pgh PA 15235.

Alexandria Nowlin

Friends received Tuesday, March 21, 2023 4pm to 8pm at Rose Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 11am

Jairs T. Palmer

Age 93, peacefully departed this world on March 15, 2023. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years, Evelyn Louise Palmer (Williams). Also preceded in death his mother, Martha Palmer (Stephens); his brother, Bernard L. Palmer; and his father, Thomas E. Palmer.

Jairs was a devoted father to his four daughters, Sheila Adams (Robert Jones), Denise Doswell (Darryl Bryant), Vanita Morant (Samuel), and Helen Trent (the late James). He was a cherished grandfather to his nine grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Jairs is also survived by his sister, Shirley T. Womack, and numerous nieces and nephews. He had a special bond with his sister, and that bond remained throughout their lives.

Jairs was born in Java, Pittsylvania County, Virginia, on May 16, 1929. He was a member of Shockoe Baptist Missionary Church. Jairs moved to Pittsburgh, PA in the late 1950’s. He retired from Reidbord Brothers Clothing as a cutting room foreman. Jairs proudly served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

Jairs was a loving father who always put his family first and worked tirelessly to provide for them. He was a hard worker, often working two or three jobs at a time to ensure his family had everything they needed. He was skilled in many different trades, drove a school bus in Virginia and also operated the family gas station.

Jairs will always be remembered as a loving, caring husband and father who adored and cherished his family. He was a role model to all who knew him, and his work ethic and dedication to his family will always be an inspiration. Jairs had many hobbies, including playing cards with family and friends, traveling to the casino, and following Major League Baseball, with his favorite team being the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Jairs T. Palmer leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and love. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, who will forever be grateful for the time they had with him. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

The funeral service will be held on Monday, March 20, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at ROSE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 10940 Frankstown Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235.