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Bernice Gawlas King

September 04, 1937 - April 21, 2023

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Obituary For Bernice Gawlas King

On Friday, April 21, 2023, peacefully and surrounded by her loving family, Bernice passed away at age 85.

Beloved wife of the late James P. King; loving mother of Mary Lynn King-Keyho (Kevin Keyho), James (Rosanne) King and the late Paul (survived by Aleta) King; adoring grandmother of Cody, Brianna, Robert, Jacob, Jacqueline and John; daughter of the late Michael and Sophia Gawlas. Babe was the youngest and the last surviving of nine siblings: Ann (Chuck) Schultz, Joseph (Alice) Gawlas, Stephen (Lucy) Gawlas, Amelia (Tony) Hackimer, Valeria Gawlas, Andrew Gawlas, Rose (survived by David) Sestokas, and Thomas (Audrey) Gawlas. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews, friends and very special neighbors (Limetti/Pearson Family and Wiseman Family). Many thanks to Gateway Hospice and her care team: Heather, Melissa, Barb, Jane, Jim, Michelle and Debbie. Family and Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Sunday, April 23, 2023 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Monday morning at 9:00. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Teresa Kolkata Parish, Church of the Resurrection, at 10:00 a.m. Bernice very much believed in all the good work that Elizabeth Seton Center does for the children and elderly of our community. Therefore, in lieu of flowers, kindly consider making a donation to Elizabeth Seton Center, 1900 Pioneer Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15226. Thank you.

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  • April 25, 2023

    Dolores Boyko

    So sorry for your loss. I will also miss Babe as we called her when we were young girls. We talked on the phone often about our younger days & planned to go to Amels . Deepest sympathy to the family. Dee Torquato Boyko.

  • April 23, 2023

    Bob Daley

    Bernice became a great friend to my parents in the fifties when she became a regular at their restaurant, Park Side Grill, on Brookline boulevard. I remember her fondly as my babysitter and friend and will remember the love she showed me and my parents for many years. May she Rest In Peace.

  • April 23, 2023

    Joanne Gigliotti

    To the King Family My deepest sympathies to you and yours. May peace and love surround you at this time. I loved your Mom. She was a real pal when I need one. May she rest in peace. Joanne Gigliotti

  • April 22, 2023

    Heather Wiseman

    You have the most amazing family Mrs. King. I was so blessed to be able to call you family 😊 You truly were a blessing in my life. I will forever remember... DO YOUR BEST, GOD WILL DO THE REST Until we meet again RWG Love ya always Mrs. King Love Heather