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Dorothy O'Rourke Obituary
Monroeville/Rochester: Wed. October 22, 2008 at age 72. Formerly of Rochester N.Y. from 1989-2000. She was retired from Xerox. Daughter of the late Elmer and Alice (Cunningham) O'Rourke; beloved wife of William R. Guzik; loving mother of Bill, Bob and Barry Guzik and Barbara Guzik-Hammond; dear grandmother of Aaron, Lauren, Claire and Leah Guzik, Allysa and Whitney Hammond; sister of John (Anita) O'Rourke, Patty (Tom) Baldwin, Barbara (Bill) Botti and Peggy (Ron) McCarty, also nieces and nephews.
Friends received ALFIERI FUNERAL HOME, INC. 201 Marguerite Ave. Wilmerding, Pa. 15148 (412) 824-4332 on Friday from 6-9pm. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday at 9:30am in St. Colman R.C. Church. The family suggests Memorial contribution be made to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Dr. Pgh Pa. 15205, (412)919-1100 or 1-888-227-5445 or cancer.org. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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Donna Lakly
November 6, 2008
I have lost a very dear friend and I am so sad. She was a big influence on my life and always made me feel special and smart. She was amazing and will be missed.
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Bill Guzik
October 29, 2008
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Scott and Linda Cunningham-Milligan
October 27, 2008
Our deepest sympathies to all of Dorothy's family. May God hold you in His arms and heal the sorrow that you feel. Your loss is shared by those who care and understand. May time and love bring you peace.
Doris Drechsler
October 25, 2008
Sincere sympathy and prayers to Dorothy's family. May her memory live on in your hearts.
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Jim & MaryAnn
October 24, 2008
In Loving Memory of a wonderful person. We wish to extend our Sincere Sympathy and Prayers!
Love to all...
Suzanne Zeppetella
October 24, 2008
My heart goes out to all of you at this sad time. Dorothy was such a wonderful person and I will always treasure the talks we had at Xerox. She was such a great mentor and I will really miss her.
Rick & Sandy Nebel
October 24, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Ray and Joyce Mitro
October 24, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Love,
Ray and Joyce
Trudy Blackwood Waxman
October 24, 2008
Patty, I was very sorry to read of your sister's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Maureen Conahan Diaz
October 24, 2008
Dear Patty, Barb & Family: We are so sorry to hear about Dorothy. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Sorry we won't be able to attend the services but will keep you all in our prayers.
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Eileen Conklin
October 24, 2008
Dear John and Anita: So sorry to read of your sister's death. Know you and your family are in my prayers. With sympathy and love. Eileen Murray Conklin
Ann
October 24, 2008
A long and full life is a blessing.May the comforting words of John 11:23-26 help you at this time of loss.
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