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

Sanford “Sandy” Ochs

Age 85, of Monroeville, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 23, 2022, son of the late Benjamin and Cecilia Ochs; loving husband of Linda Ochs; devoted father of Leslie (Mike) Herron, Michael (Devra) Ochs, and Jeffrey Ochs; stepfather of Brian Sigel and Staci (Chris) Isett; step-grandfather of Chelsea Isett and Josh Isett; brother of Jack (Phillis) Ochs; and uncle of Lisa Ochs. Sandy served in the United States Army. Services private.

Ronald A. Crawley “Ronnie”

Ronald Anthony Crawley was born Sept 13, 1943 in Bellefonte, Pa to the late Winifred Bryans and Charles Crawley. Ronnie who was also known as “Tiny” grew up in Homewood where he would often be found in his teenage years harmonizing on the block with his friends. His passion for music facilitated his 40+ year career as a vocalist and song writer for “Pure Gold.”  He is best remembered for his original song “Old Standby.” Ronnie  also worked as a Behavioral Specialist with delinquent teenagers at Shuman Center, McIntyre Shelter and Craig House; He was a member of Covenant Church of Pittsburgh. He married his wife Sandra Gibson in 1982 and dedicated his life to her as a husband, best friend and step-father to Kevin Joy, devoted grandfather or Sydney Joy and Jillian Joy. Ronnie departed this earth on April 11, 2022 to be reunited for eternal life with his parents, late brother Micheal McDaniel, ancestors and late friends. He is survived by his wife Sandra Crawley, step- son Kevin Joy, grandchildren Sydney Joy and Jillian Joy, two sisters Wanda Slaughter (James), Maria McDaniel and a brother Alan McDaniel along with his nephews, nieces and a host of family and  friends that loved him. Friends received Tuesday April 19, 2022 from 11am till time of service at 1pm. At Rose Funeral Home & Cremation Services 10940 Frankstown Road Pgh, PA 15235.

John Nicholas

Passed away peacefully on March 29, 2022 Friends received Wednesday, April 6, 2022 4pm to 8pm at Rose Funeral Home & Cremation Services Service will be held Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Noon at the Funeral Home

William Bruni Sr.

Age 70, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 17, 2022, son of the late Placido Edward and Lillian Lubick Bruni; father of William (Lisa) Bruni, Jr. and Dara (Craig Alder) Bruni; grandfather of Deklan and Finnegan Alder; brother of Theresa “Eloise” (Rob) Bethel, Edward (Darlene) Bruni, and Betsy Bruni; best friend of the late Keith and Maryann Heffernan. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews other family and friends, services private.

Lawrence Coleman

Age 87 of Penn Hills, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 17, 2022. Son of the late William and Dixie Coleman; husband of the late Shirley Coleman; father of Catherine (Moses) Sosigan, LaFayette Edmond, Laurie Coleman and Andrea Weeks; grandfather of Erica Edmond, Elisha Andrews, Eli Coleman, Dorian Price, Andre Weeks and Jamie Weeks; brother of the late William T. Coleman. Lawrence is also survived by a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Friends received Tuesday, March 22, 2022, 11am till time of Service at noon at ROSE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pgh., PA 15235.

Christine Welka

Age 72 of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 6, 2022. Daughter of the late William and Constance Ludwig. Loving wife of Jim Welka; devoted mother of Staci (Bob) McKillop; beloved grandmother of Ava and Bobby McKillop. Chris was fun loving, an animal lover, and adored her grandchildren. Services are private.