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Local Union 12 - Pittsburgh, PA
Sheet Metal Workers
1200 Gulf Lab Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 828-5300
Donald "Beans" E. Lane
90, of West View, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Beloved husband for 67 years of Patricia (Hughes) Lane; father of Janice Palko (Ed), Timothy Lane (Darla), Joanne Segal (Howard), and David Lane (Margi). Donald was a proud U.S. Army veteran and a sheet metal worker and member of Local Union #12. He was also a longtime, faithful member of St. Athanasius Church.
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John N. Homer
93, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania passed away on September 5, 2026. John touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While John’s presence will be missed, the influence he had on others will remain. Those who knew him will carry forward memories that reflect his character and spirit.
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Jeffrey M. "Gert" Gerthoffer
56, of Shaler Twp., on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Gert was the beloved father of Jessica Gerthoffer (Tom McGovern) and Jason Gerthoffer (Margarita). He was his grandson’s biggest fan, never missing a ball game. They spent numerous hours fishing with their “Greatest Pappy Gert”. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing on many softball teams over the years. His wit as effortless, always having a quick come back.
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2026
James E. Roth
95, of Pine Township, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2026. Throughout his career, Jim was deeply involved in the sheet metal industry. He served as President of Sheet Metal Workers Local Union No. 12 and as a director and committee member of SMACNA of Western Pennsylvania. His involvement eventually reached the national level, where he served with the Sheet Metal Workers National Training Fund and the American Welding Society, serving as chairman. Jim later went on to become National President of SMACNA. Jim was also the owner of James E. Roth, Inc., a sheet metal company in Cranberry Twp.
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