Brian Somers Obituary
Brian Paul Somers, 51, of White Oak, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026. He was born April 15, 1974 in Westmoreland County and was the son of the late Paul and Nancy K. (Trax) Dini. He was a 1992 graduate from Hempfield High School. He worked at Elizabeth Carbide in maintenance. Brian was a US Marine Corps. veteran serving during the time of the Gulf War. He is survived by his fiance, Heather Birmingham of McKeesport and son, Tyler Paul Somers of Florida. There is no visitation. Arrangments are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, director. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
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