WILLIAM OBERST Obituary
Age 84, of Shaler Twp., formerly of Troy Hill, Bill passed into Heaven surrounded by his loving wife and family on Friday, June 7, 2019. Beloved husband of Shirley L. (Ferguson) Oberst; loving father of Diane, William (Margaret), David (Linda), Steven (Sheonia), Chris (Roxanne), and Lisa Oberst; dear stepfather of Bob and Bill Rinaman; dear grandfather of Angela, Daniel, Cassidy, Eryn, Kerry, Christian, Liam, Tyler, Aaliyah, Carson, Troy, Stevie, Billy, Julie, Erin, Robbie, and Ricky; dear great-grandfather of Charlie and Jules; dear brother of Joanne Ammer, Rita Bigley, and the late Paul and Edward Oberst; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received 2-8 p.m. SUNDAY ONLY at the HUGHES FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1501 Lowrie St., Pgh., PA 15212 - Troy Hill. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 10:30 a.m. in Most Holy Name Church, Troy Hill. Bill was a proud graduate of North Catholic High School and Robert Morris University. He was a member of St. Anthony's Lyceum, the Elks, VFW Post #7090, and the R.E. Club. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Bill will be missed and remembered for his outgoing, social personality. He never missed an opportunity to spend time with his family and friends and was a caring and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend. Please visit his online guestbook at www.hughesfhinc.com.
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Darlene Fischer-Nychey
June 10, 2019
Dear Shirley and family,
My deepest sorrow in the loss of "Obie"! What an amazing, encouraging and positive person he was. I am privileged to have had worked with him and enjoyed his special humor! May the Lord comfort you and bring peace to you in the coming days.
Love and prayers,
Darlene Fischer-Nychey
June 9, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
donna wisniowski
June 9, 2019
Steve and family,
Our deepest and sincere sympathy at the loss of your 'beloved father'. May God bless you with peace during this difficult time and bless your father as he enters the gates of heaven...
Sincerely,
Donna (Capp)Wisniowski and family...
Conrad Mueller
June 9, 2019
My condolences to Bill's family on his death. May he Rest In Peace. May the Good Lord comfort you at this time of grieving.
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Donna Z
June 8, 2019
May you Rest In Peace Mr. O
Joseph Barry
June 8, 2019
Joe & Judi Barry.
Dianne U
June 8, 2019
Sending prayers and sympathy during this difficult time.
NMD
June 8, 2019
To the Oberst family and friends, I am truly sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. May the God of comfort continue to be with your family at this difficult time.
The three musketeers , Obie, Gibby & Joe. Only one left. Hold a spot my good friends . Love you , Joe
Joseph Barry
June 8, 2019
Therese Salinetro-Scheeser
June 8, 2019
R.I.P. Bill May you seat with God now. Great to know you
Conrad Mueller
June 8, 2019
My condolences to Bill's family on his death. May the Good Lord comfort you at this time of grieving. May his soul Rest In Peace.
June 8, 2019
So sorry to hear about your father.
My prayers are with you and your family
Pat Miller
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