Sharon Winifred Hardts
Sharon Winifred Hardts, age 77, born November 12, 1964. Passed on October 26, 2024. Survived by son, Tyrone Geddings. Beloved Daughter, Mother, Grandmother and Sister.
Dr. George Latimore Flickinger, Jr.
Dr. George Latimore Flickinger, Jr. of State College, PA, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, after the passing of his wife of 66 years, Karen Combs Flickinger only 3 months prior. George was born on May 21, 1933 to his parents George, Sr, and Frances Baker in Hanover, PA. He is survived his three daughters, Anne (Paul) Lobb, Dr. Barbara (Marta) Flickinger, and Kristin (David) Michener. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren Sarah and David Lobb, and Hannah (Allie), Madeline, Michaela, Joel and Justin Michener.
George graduated from Pennsylvania State University in 1954 with a Bachelor Degree in Agricultural Science. He went on to the University of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia, to attain his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 1958. He then completed his PHD in Pathology (Endocrinology) while working at the Philadelphia Zoo. It was at the University that he met the love of his life. George and Karen were married in 1958 and soon began their life together in West Philadelphia before eventually settling with his family in Abington, PA. George joined the faculty of the University of Pennsylvania Medical School as the head scientist of a research lab in Reproductive Endocrinology. He helped design and then oversaw the In Vitro Fertilization Program for the Obstetrics and Gynecological Department at Penn Medical School. After retiring from the University, Dr. Flickinger and his wife moved to Dallas, Texas where he was the head of the In Vitro Fertilization Program at Dallas Presbyterian Hospital. They then returned to Philadelphia and in retirement George assisted his daughter Dr. Barbara Flickinger in her veterinary practice.
George was a brilliant and unassuming gentleman. He was a Philadelphia sports fan, enjoyed woodworking and was a self-taught artist in his later years. He loved to read and attend educational programs, always furthering his knowledge of varied subjects. In his later years, he and Karen moved to the Villages at Penn State University and enjoyed the company of each other and fellow residents. George and Karen loved to travel but his fondest days were spent at his summer residence in Ocean Pines, Maryland for nearly 40 years, where he tended to his beautiful flower and vegetable gardens. He learned to sail and had many great sailing adventures with family and friends. George’s love for his daughters and grandchildren was always forefront in his life, but his devotion to and love of animals was evident every day. He had many four-legged friends throughout his life, but his dog Chopper was his dearest companion. George will certainly be missed by his family and friends. His legacy of research in reproductive science will live on. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to or your local animal rescue organization or the Philadelphia Zoo. Arrangements handled by Rose Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Marcia Patton
Friends received Thursday, October 10, 2024 Noon till time of service at 1:30pm at the funeral home.
Howard E. Saunders
Howard E. Saunders, born on September 17, 1938, in Edmonton, North London, England, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2024, in Pittsburgh. He was 85 years old. Howard was the beloved son of Harry and Cesira Saunders. He pursued his passion for chemistry, earning a BS in Chemistry from the Polytechnic of North London, a PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of London, and a Certificate in Polymer Chemistry from Carnegie Mellon University.
Howard’s professional journey led him to Pittsburgh, where he joined Westinghouse’s Research and Development center. Over more than 30 years, he became an internationally recognized expert in materials and coatings that provide electrical insulation, significantly contributing to various Westinghouse products. Even after retiring, Howard continued to share his expertise as a consultant for over a decade, mentoring many students along the way.
Howard’s personal life was marked by love and resilience. He married Jacqueline Case in 1964, and together they had two sons, Aleister, born in 1967 in London, England, and Timothy, born in 1971 in Pittsburgh, PA. After their divorce in 1978, Howard dedicated himself to raising his sons full-time. Jacqueline passed away in 2011.
Aleister is married to Nomi (nee Buch) and has three children: Lev, Atara, and Eden. Timothy is married to Aletia (nee DeOrio) and has two children: Tynan and Katie. In 1980, Howard found love again with Pamela Von Plinsky. They shared a beautiful life together until Pamela’s passing in 2015. Howard, Aleister, and Timothy were warmly embraced by Pamela’s parents and her siblings Rachel (Dan Krantz), Wendy (Pat O’Donnell), Dave (Terecita), Mike, and Chris. Since 2016, Howard was lovingly accompanied in life and adventure by his girlfriend, Cindy Ross-Katz.
Howard was a man of many talents and passions. He was a gifted athlete, excelling in tennis, squash, soccer, and biking. His love for jazz was evident in his skill with the drums, vibraphone, and piano. He was also an avid reader and had a deep appreciation for theater.
Howard will be remembered for his intellectual curiosity, outgoing nature, sense of humor, positivity, and social spirit. He was a friendly, loving, supportive, and resilient individual who touched the lives of many.
Howard’s deepest passion was his family, and nothing made him happier or prouder than to be with family, especially his grandchildren. Howard is survived by his sons, Aleister and Timothy, his grandchildren, and his girlfriend, Cindy. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
A celebration of Howard’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society in Howard’s memory.
Mary Elizabeth Friedman
Passed away peacefully on October 3, 2024
Ellen Chisdes Neuberg
Age 85, of Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA, surrounded by family, passed away peacefully at home after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
An award-winning painter and art enthusiast, Ellen owned GalleriE CHIZ in Shadyside, representing over 200 national, international, and outsider artists for 22 years. In 2017, GalleriE CHIZ became her own studio.
Ellen grew up as an only child in Great Neck, NY. She studied piano, playing by ear at age four, and was on a scholarship with a highly regarded pianist and teacher, Edwine Behre, in NY, until age 14, when her mother became ill. Ellen’s mother died when she was 16 and her life changed. She attended Syracuse University with a NY state scholarship, studying musical theater and speech therapy. She later worked as an editor for CBS-TV until the birth of her son. She directed musical theater, teaching in the New York City public schools for adult education at night. She moved six times in nine years with her family, before settling in Pittsburgh in December, 1969. She spent ten years, 17 days each month, on a boat (there were four) in her “other life,” and helped design a trawler in The Netherlands. She began to paint while her children were in school.
Ellen became active in various art groups, setting up exhibits in vacant stores. As a volunteer, she did art therapy with transplant patients at UPMC, and painted with patients at Children’s Hospital each June and July, selecting their art for the hospital’s annual Christmas card drive. She headed the yearly cancer drive in Upper St. Clair, and set up other art and antique exhibits, raising funds for the American Cancer Society. Moving to Shadyside and returning to college at age 49, she earned a B.A. degree in Psychology at Chatham College (1991), interning at Western Psychiatric Hospital with geriatric patients in both art and music therapies. In 1995, she launched GalleriE CHIZ on Ellsworth Avenue in Shadyside, and for 22 years represented, exhibited, and befriended over 200 artists from across the world.
Her paintings are what she called “abstract-surrealism.” They tell a story, present a conundrum, or provide social commentary. She was a long-time member of Associated Artists of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Society of Artists, The Pittsburgh Group, Group A, and exhibited her work in countless juried exhibitions, galleries, and museums. She was known for an award-winning, large painting titled, “Not Enough Time” at The Carnegie. Her paintings and funky sculptures appear in national, international, private, and corporate collections, in the film “American Pastoral” and European television series “Gone.” Recently, she was featured in a solo exhibit titled, “Living a Life…a Puzzlement,” lasting nine unexpected months during the pandemic in the Robertshaw Gallery at the Westmoreland Museum of American Art.
Ellen, with love, was involved with her two children, of whom she was grateful and proud. Her five grandchildren are all adults now, and were special to her as well. People and their cultures fascinated her. She had been a “people person” forever, and grew up where the United Nations existed, before it moved to Manhattan. Because of her childhood, she had always appreciated groups from varied backgrounds. An eternal optimist, she always saw the best in people and made the most of every day. She chose to live her life in the present, and used humor and color not only in her art but as a way to make light of the difficulties, large and small, she had faced in her life, even considering doing some stand-up comedy with others’ encouragement along the way!
She met David Greenlee in 1994, called him her “miracle,” and they had been together ever since. Married in 2008, she found a love and happiness with him that many never find with their partners. Ellen pushed herself to remain active and engaged until the end. She is survived by her soulmate, best friend and husband, David Greenlee; her son, Steven Neuberg (Erika); her daughter, Suzanne Monnier (Alexandre); and grandchildren, Rachel Neuberg, Oscar Monnier, Zachary Neuberg, Olivia Monnier and Elliot Neuberg. Burial is at Homewood Cemetery. May her memory be a blessing. In lieu of flowers, donations to Shadyside Hospital Foundation and/or The Hillman Cancer Center are suggested. Visitation and a celebration of her life will be at the Homewood Cemetery Chapel, 1599 South Dallas Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, from 10 am to 11 am, on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Burial with friends and family to follow.
