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Edward E. Schonbachler
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Edward Schonbachler Obituary
Age 72, on March 30, 2009, of Hampton Twp., formerly of Shaler. Husband of Beverly A.; father of Diane (Chris) Miller, Debby (Mark) Petitta, Nancy (Steve) Plavetzky, Scott (Amy) Schonbachler, and Chris (Nikki) Schonbachler; grandfather of Nichole and Brittney Petitta, Ryan and Randy Pappa, Kristen, Kayli and Steven Plavetzky, and Erica, Cory, Courtney and Kyle Schonbachler; dear friend of Jeff Lambert; brother of Robert & Richard Schonbachler and Maryann Evancho. During his 30 year career with Mellon Bank, Ed participated with various groups including Etna-Shaler Area Jaycees, Fox Chapel Area Rotary, O'Hara RIDC Assoc., where he served as president for 3 years. Upon retirement, Ed joined the Mellon Bank MVP Group, and the North Hills Community Outreach, volunteering as a driver in their Free Rides for Seniors Program, Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, Meals on Wheels and Faith in Action Program until his health no longer permitted it. He was also a member of the American Legion for many years. Mr. Schonbachler was a Korean War Veteran, serving with the U.S. Airforce. Visitation Wed. & Thurs. 2-4 & 6-8 PM NEELY'S, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Service Friday 12:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to: Free Rides for Seniors, North Hills Community Outreach, c/o Lighthouse PTE, 500 Chapel Harbor Dr., Pgh., PA 15238.
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john radacsy
April 2, 2009
ED, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY, YOU ARE AT PEACE. YOUR GREATEST LEGACY IS YOUR CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILREN, ESPECIALLY YOUR WONDERFUL DAUGHTER NANCY. A MAN IS ALSO KNOWN BY HIS FRIENDS, AND YOU COULDN'T HAVE A BETTER ONE THAN JEFF LAMBERT.REST IN PEACE,
AN UNKNOWN FRIEND, JOHN RADACSY
Kathy Enrietto
April 2, 2009
To the Schonbachler family:Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.We are sorry to hear about Ed.He was such a nice person and now we treasure all the things he made and did as we are living in the house on Grandview that we bought from you both.May God Bless each and everyone of you at this time of need.Love,Kathy,Joe,and Nathaniel
Bernie Robbibaro
April 1, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about Ed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Len Robbibaro family.
Keith Martin
April 1, 2009
I'm very sorry to hear about Ed. I know how hard this is, but I also know he's in a better place and has friends there waiting. You're all in our prayers.
The Martins
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Peggy Armstrong
April 1, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. God gave us memories so our loved ones can remain close to us forever. Thank you for the many years of friendship & the happy memories from the days spent as neighbors on Grandview Ave. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. The Pattons - Jim, Janet, Kim & Peggy
Dale, Tina, Kirsten, Lauren, and Amanda Groce
April 1, 2009
Nancy, Steve, and family,
We are thinking of you in this time of grief, and keeping you in our prayers. Please do not hesitate to call on us for anything.
Alice Thon
April 1, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Schonbachler family. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Patty & Al Williams (Lorch)
April 1, 2009
You and your family have our deepest sympathies. Ed was such a kind and thoughtful man. He meant so much to so many. I will never forget his many kindness' to my parents. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Jeffrey Lambert
April 1, 2009
Treasured mentor,confidant and friend.I thank God for having you in my life.Loving
you and your family ,a most wonderful gift.
Barb Thon
April 1, 2009
To the entire Schonbachler family, you have our deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. We will continue to pray for peace and comfort for you during this difficult time. The Thons
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