Donald I. Green
Owner/President, Licensed Funeral Director
Don is a licensed Funeral Director and President of the George Irvin Green Funeral Home. Donald is a lifelong resident of Munhall and grew up living above the funeral home. He currently resides in Munhall with his wife, Debra. They have three children Scott, Heather and Todd. Don is a graduate of Munhall High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from West Virginia Wesleyan College. He joined the firm in 1972 after graduation from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. He is a past Trustee of Allegheny County Funeral Directors Association and is active with other professional associations. His community involvement includes: Past President of Steel Valley Rotary, Park View Towers, and Shriner Horse Patrol. Don is member of the Homestead Park United Methodist Church and serves on the church council. He is also a honorary member of the Boy Scout Troop #4 and attained the rank of Eagle Scout. His masonic membership includes OMNI Lodge No. 582 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh, Zerubbabel-Duquesne Royal Arch Chapter No. 162, 121st Illustrious Past Potentate and supporting Shriner's Hospitals for Children. Don is on the board of directors for the Theta Xi Educational Foundation of Pittsburgh. Don enjoys golf, tennis and all outdoor activities.
Donald I. Green
Owner/President, Licensed Funeral Director
Don is a licensed Funeral Director and President of the George Irvin Green Funeral Home. Donald is a lifelong resident of Munhall and grew up living above the funeral home. He currently resides in Munhall with his wife, Debra. They have three children Scott, Heather and Todd. Don is a graduate of Munhall High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from West Virginia Wesleyan College. He joined the firm in 1972 after graduation from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. He is a past Trustee of Allegheny County Funeral Directors Association and is active with other professional associations. His community involvement includes: Past President of Steel Valley Rotary, Park View Towers, and Shriner Horse Patrol. Don is member of the Homestead Park United Methodist Church and serves on the church council. He is also a honorary member of the Boy Scout Troop #4 and attained the rank of Eagle Scout. His masonic membership includes OMNI Lodge No. 582 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh, Zerubbabel-Duquesne Royal Arch Chapter No. 162, 121st Illustrious Past Potentate and supporting Shriner's Hospitals for Children. Don is on the board of directors for the Theta Xi Educational Foundation of Pittsburgh. Don enjoys golf, tennis and all outdoor activities.
Scott L. Green
Licensed Funeral Director
Scott is a life-long resident of Munhall, where his resides with his wife Michele and is a graduate of Central Catholic High School. He also graduated from West Virginia Wesleyan College, with a B.S. in Business Management, and the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. He also attained the Rank of Eagle Scout. Scott is a member of the Steel Valley Rotary and served as President from 2012-2014. He is on the Board of Directors for 8th Avenue Ministry and the Theta Xi Educational Foundation of Pittsburgh. He is also a Trustee at the Homestead Park United Methodist Church. Scott is the Chairman of the George and Helen Green Memorial Golf Outing supporting both 8th Avenue Place and helping to send children from the Steel Valley area to church camp. His masonic membership includes OMNI Lodge No. 582 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh, Zerubbabel-Duquesne Royal Arch Chapter No. 162 and supporting Shriner's Hospitals for Children. In his free time he enjoys playing golf, tennis and skiing.
Scott L. Green
Licensed Funeral Director
Scott is a life-long resident of Munhall, where his resides with his wife Michele and is a graduate of Central Catholic High School. He also graduated from West Virginia Wesleyan College, with a B.S. in Business Management, and the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. He also attained the Rank of Eagle Scout. Scott is a member of the Steel Valley Rotary and served as President from 2012-2014. He is on the Board of Directors for 8th Avenue Ministry and the Theta Xi Educational Foundation of Pittsburgh. He is also a Trustee at the Homestead Park United Methodist Church. Scott is the Chairman of the George and Helen Green Memorial Golf Outing supporting both 8th Avenue Place and helping to send children from the Steel Valley area to church camp. His masonic membership includes OMNI Lodge No. 582 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh, Zerubbabel-Duquesne Royal Arch Chapter No. 162 and supporting Shriner's Hospitals for Children. In his free time he enjoys playing golf, tennis and skiing.
Todd D. Green
Licensed Funeral Director
Todd is a lifelong resident of Munhall. He is a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Baldwin-Wallace College, and Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. In addition, he is a member of Homestead Park United Methodist Church. Todd is a member of the Boy Scout Troop #4 and attained the rank of Eagle Scout. His masonic membership includes: OMNI Lodge No. 582 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh, and Shriners International which supports Shriner's Hospitals for Children. In his spare time he enjoys snowboarding, golfing, and relaxing by the pool. He is also a big sports fan and enjoys going to Pirates, Steeler, and Penguins games!
Todd D. Green
Licensed Funeral Director
Todd is a lifelong resident of Munhall. He is a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Baldwin-Wallace College, and Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. In addition, he is a member of Homestead Park United Methodist Church. Todd is a member of the Boy Scout Troop #4 and attained the rank of Eagle Scout. His masonic membership includes: OMNI Lodge No. 582 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh, and Shriners International which supports Shriner's Hospitals for Children. In his spare time he enjoys snowboarding, golfing, and relaxing by the pool. He is also a big sports fan and enjoys going to Pirates, Steeler, and Penguins games!
Michael J. Sarraino
Supervisor, Licensed Funeral Director, Certified Funeral Celebrant
Supervisor, Funeral Director, Certified Celebrant, NFDA/PFDA/ACFDA Member
Mike is a graduate of the Community College of Allegheny County and the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. He resides in Munhall with his wife Sharon. He has two sons David and Nicholas. Michael was born and raised in Hays. He is a member and the recording secretary of the Shaner Sportsman Club, a member of Carrick Sportsman club, a member of South Hills Italian Club and president where he is president of the bocce league, member of the Munhall Planning Commission, and he is the past-president of the Garden Club of Munhall. He is also the Secretary of the Munhall Area Prehospital Service and the recording secretary of Tri-Boro Federal Credit Union. Mike is proud member and usher at the Walnut Grove Assembly of God in West Mifflin. Mike enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time at his cottage and being a Pappy to Enzo Joseph and Juliana Nicole.
Michael J. Sarraino
Supervisor, Licensed Funeral Director, Certified Funeral Celebrant
Supervisor, Funeral Director, Certified Celebrant, NFDA/PFDA/ACFDA Member
Mike is a graduate of the Community College of Allegheny County and the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. He resides in Munhall with his wife Sharon. He has two sons David and Nicholas. Michael was born and raised in Hays. He is a member and the recording secretary of the Shaner Sportsman Club, a member of Carrick Sportsman club, a member of South Hills Italian Club and president where he is president of the bocce league, member of the Munhall Planning Commission, and he is the past-president of the Garden Club of Munhall. He is also the Secretary of the Munhall Area Prehospital Service and the recording secretary of Tri-Boro Federal Credit Union. Mike is proud member and usher at the Walnut Grove Assembly of God in West Mifflin. Mike enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time at his cottage and being a Pappy to Enzo Joseph and Juliana Nicole.
John J. Karafa, Jr.
Licensed Funeral Director
Funeral Director, NFDA/PFDA/ACFDA Member
John is a lifelong resident of West Homestead and is a graduate of Steel Valley High School. He is graduate of the Community College of Allegheny County, with a degree in Administration of Criminal Justice, and the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. John served the community of West Homestead as a Police Officer for over 11 years before joining the staff. John served as a former constable of West Homestead for over 25 years. John is married to Gina (Mikelonis) and is the proud father of one daughter Kayla Rose. John is a councilman for the borough of West Homestead, a member of the Mifflin Social Club, the Thompson Run Athletic Association, West Mifflin VFD #3 Social Club, and the South Hills Italian Club where he is vice president of the bocce league, and is the former president of the Board of the Steel Valley Chamber of Commerce. He is a member and usher at St. Therese of Lisieux Church in Munhall. In his free time John enjoys spending time with family, watching all-types of sports (college and professional), and hanging out with his three labs, Blaze, Mater, & Waylon.
John J. Karafa, Jr.
Licensed Funeral Director
Funeral Director, NFDA/PFDA/ACFDA Member
John is a lifelong resident of West Homestead and is a graduate of Steel Valley High School. He is graduate of the Community College of Allegheny County, with a degree in Administration of Criminal Justice, and the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. John served the community of West Homestead as a Police Officer for over 11 years before joining the staff. John served as a former constable of West Homestead for over 25 years. John is married to Gina (Mikelonis) and is the proud father of one daughter Kayla Rose. John is a councilman for the borough of West Homestead, a member of the Mifflin Social Club, the Thompson Run Athletic Association, West Mifflin VFD #3 Social Club, and the South Hills Italian Club where he is vice president of the bocce league, and is the former president of the Board of the Steel Valley Chamber of Commerce. He is a member and usher at St. Therese of Lisieux Church in Munhall. In his free time John enjoys spending time with family, watching all-types of sports (college and professional), and hanging out with his three labs, Blaze, Mater, & Waylon.
Emily Y. Lowe
Licensed Funeral Director, Pre-Planning & Aftercare Services, Certified Funeral Celebrant
Emily is a graduate from Baldwin High School. After graduation she attended the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary (PIMS) graduating with a Diploma in Funeral Directing and Embalming and Associates in Specialized Technology. She furthered her education at Point Park University graduating with her Bachelors in business administration. After completing her internship, she was hired as the Director of Development at PIMS until 2016.
Following her passion to work with families at their most vulnerable time she joined the George Irvin Green Funeral Home, Inc. in Munhall to serve her community as an Advanced Funeral Planner, Licensed Insurance Producer and Certified Funeral Celebrant. Emily is on the Board of Trustees for ACFDA and a member of NFDA & PFDA.
Emily is a member of St. Thomas the Apostles Parish, St. Therese of Lisieux Church in Munhall. As a lifelong resident of the South Hills, Emily and her family currently reside in West Mifflin. She enjoys reading, baking, tending to her flower gardens and most of all spending time with her family.
Emily Y. Lowe
Licensed Funeral Director, Pre-Planning & Aftercare Services, Certified Funeral Celebrant
Emily is a graduate from Baldwin High School. After graduation she attended the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary (PIMS) graduating with a Diploma in Funeral Directing and Embalming and Associates in Specialized Technology. She furthered her education at Point Park University graduating with her Bachelors in business administration. After completing her internship, she was hired as the Director of Development at PIMS until 2016.
Following her passion to work with families at their most vulnerable time she joined the George Irvin Green Funeral Home, Inc. in Munhall to serve her community as an Advanced Funeral Planner, Licensed Insurance Producer and Certified Funeral Celebrant. Emily is on the Board of Trustees for ACFDA and a member of NFDA & PFDA.
Emily is a member of St. Thomas the Apostles Parish, St. Therese of Lisieux Church in Munhall. As a lifelong resident of the South Hills, Emily and her family currently reside in West Mifflin. She enjoys reading, baking, tending to her flower gardens and most of all spending time with her family.
Sydney E. Ball
Licensed Funeral Director
Funeral Director, Certified Celebrant, CANA Certified Crematory Operator, NFDA/PFDA/ACFDA Member
Sydney relocated from her hometown of Rochester, NY to Munhall in the Summer of 2023. She is a Class of 2021 graduate of Saint Vincent College where she earned her Bachelors of Science Degree in Organismal Biology. While at Saint Vincent she was a member of the Tri-Beta Biological Honors Society, the Sigma Tau Delta English Honors Society, the Fred Rogers Scholars Society, the Duennes & Rhodes Laboratories, and was captain of the SVC Women’s Golf team where she won the PAC DIII Conference Championship as a sophomore. Sydney graduated Summa Cum Laude from The Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in September of 2023. It was there that she won the Mu Sigma Alpha Award for Academic Excellence in the Mortuary Arts & Sciences. She is also a member of the Munhall Garden Club. Sydney spends her free time painting, baking, gardening, and playing with her miniature schnauzer, Giles.
Sydney E. Ball
Licensed Funeral Director
Funeral Director, Certified Celebrant, CANA Certified Crematory Operator, NFDA/PFDA/ACFDA Member
Sydney relocated from her hometown of Rochester, NY to Munhall in the Summer of 2023. She is a Class of 2021 graduate of Saint Vincent College where she earned her Bachelors of Science Degree in Organismal Biology. While at Saint Vincent she was a member of the Tri-Beta Biological Honors Society, the Sigma Tau Delta English Honors Society, the Fred Rogers Scholars Society, the Duennes & Rhodes Laboratories, and was captain of the SVC Women’s Golf team where she won the PAC DIII Conference Championship as a sophomore. Sydney graduated Summa Cum Laude from The Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in September of 2023. It was there that she won the Mu Sigma Alpha Award for Academic Excellence in the Mortuary Arts & Sciences. She is also a member of the Munhall Garden Club. Sydney spends her free time painting, baking, gardening, and playing with her miniature schnauzer, Giles.
Debra Green
Owner, Greeter
Debra Green
Owner, Greeter
Michele Green
Michele Green
Carol Crawford
Greeter, Aftercare Services
Carol Crawford
Greeter, Aftercare Services
John J. Glass, Jr.
Greeter
John J. Glass, Jr.
Greeter
Robin Linsenbigler
Greeter
Robin Linsenbigler
Greeter
Robin Valiska Mercuri
Greeter
Robin Valiska Mercuri
Greeter
Debbie Miller
Greeter
Debbie Miller
Greeter
Diane Hilla Pochron
Greeter
Diane Hilla Pochron
Greeter
Terri Smith
Greeter
Terri Smith
Greeter
Roxy Vasil
Funeral Attendant/Greeter
Roxy Vasil
Funeral Attendant/Greeter
Carrie Vinay
Greeter
Carrie Vinay
Greeter
George I. Green, F.D.
Past President (1915-2011)
Mr. Green was the founder and former President of George Irvin Green Funeral Home, Inc. He was a graduate of Homestead High School and the Cincinnati College of Embalming. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. In the community, he was a member of the Munhall Volunteer Fire Co. #4 (past Treasurer); member of the Homestead Park United Methodist Church; the Masonic Lodges; past President of Steel Valley Caravan #24, Park View Towers Board and Homestead Elks. He was also past Trustee of the Allegheny County Funeral Directors Association. George lived in Munhall with his wife, Helen, and two children, Donald I. of Munhall and Nancy Green Beresford of Colorado, and five grandchildren.
George I. Green, F.D.
Past President (1915-2011)
Mr. Green was the founder and former President of George Irvin Green Funeral Home, Inc. He was a graduate of Homestead High School and the Cincinnati College of Embalming. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. In the community, he was a member of the Munhall Volunteer Fire Co. #4 (past Treasurer); member of the Homestead Park United Methodist Church; the Masonic Lodges; past President of Steel Valley Caravan #24, Park View Towers Board and Homestead Elks. He was also past Trustee of the Allegheny County Funeral Directors Association. George lived in Munhall with his wife, Helen, and two children, Donald I. of Munhall and Nancy Green Beresford of Colorado, and five grandchildren.
Helen Green, F.D.
(1918-2010)
Helen Green was remembered by her family as a child of the Great Depression, whose family couldn't afford to give her a college education.
"My mother aspired to become a teacher," said her son, Donald Green, president of the George Irvin Green Funeral Home in Munhall."My mother's family took a loss during the Depression and couldn't afford to send her to college."
And yet, after graduating from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in 1959, she joined her husband, George Irvin Green, working in the funeral home he established in 1941.
Helen G. Green of Munhall, co-owner of the George Irvin Green Funeral Home, died on Tuesday, April 27, 2010, in her residence. She was 91.
"When my mother joined my father as a licensed funeral director, she added a 'woman's touch' to the funeral home and its surroundings," her son said. "Everything in the funeral home had to be color-coordinated."
Her son recalled that his mother, besides her business acumen, was a woman of compassion. The women in the family of the deceased felt comfortable to be with her, he said, and could sit with her for hours.
Born and raised in Munhall, Helen Gaut was an only child of Harry Edgar and Hazel Belle Piatt Gaut. Her father was a chief metallurgist for U.S. Steel's Homestead Works.
In 1944, Helen Gaut married George Irvin Green, who at the time was serving in the Navy as a pharmacist's mate in Scotland.
Nancy Beresford of Dillon, Colo., recalled what it was like growing up in a home with a mother who espoused old-fashioned ideals.
"Whether my mother was attending to the family business or socializing, she was always properly attired. She always wore a dress or a skirt," Beresford said.
"My parents were like two peas in a pod. My mother was considerate and always on the lookout for someone who needed a helping hand, and my father supported all of her charitable endeavors."
Mrs. Green was a member of the Eastern Star and the Stitch & Chat Club, a ladies social group.
"The ladies would meet at each others' homes and stitch," her daughter added. "It was her way of relaxing."
Beresford recalled how she and her siblings attended Sunday school at the Homestead Park United Methodist Church, where their mother taught Sunday school and was always willing to cook a roast for a church fundraiser.
In addition to her son, Donald, and daughter, Nancy, Mrs. Green is survived by her husband, George I. Green; and grandchildren, Scott Green, Amy Beresford, Heather Green, Gary R. Beresford and Todd Green.
Helen Green, F.D.
(1918-2010)
Helen Green was remembered by her family as a child of the Great Depression, whose family couldn't afford to give her a college education.
"My mother aspired to become a teacher," said her son, Donald Green, president of the George Irvin Green Funeral Home in Munhall."My mother's family took a loss during the Depression and couldn't afford to send her to college."
And yet, after graduating from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in 1959, she joined her husband, George Irvin Green, working in the funeral home he established in 1941.
Helen G. Green of Munhall, co-owner of the George Irvin Green Funeral Home, died on Tuesday, April 27, 2010, in her residence. She was 91.
"When my mother joined my father as a licensed funeral director, she added a 'woman's touch' to the funeral home and its surroundings," her son said. "Everything in the funeral home had to be color-coordinated."
Her son recalled that his mother, besides her business acumen, was a woman of compassion. The women in the family of the deceased felt comfortable to be with her, he said, and could sit with her for hours.
Born and raised in Munhall, Helen Gaut was an only child of Harry Edgar and Hazel Belle Piatt Gaut. Her father was a chief metallurgist for U.S. Steel's Homestead Works.
In 1944, Helen Gaut married George Irvin Green, who at the time was serving in the Navy as a pharmacist's mate in Scotland.
Nancy Beresford of Dillon, Colo., recalled what it was like growing up in a home with a mother who espoused old-fashioned ideals.
"Whether my mother was attending to the family business or socializing, she was always properly attired. She always wore a dress or a skirt," Beresford said.
"My parents were like two peas in a pod. My mother was considerate and always on the lookout for someone who needed a helping hand, and my father supported all of her charitable endeavors."
Mrs. Green was a member of the Eastern Star and the Stitch & Chat Club, a ladies social group.
"The ladies would meet at each others' homes and stitch," her daughter added. "It was her way of relaxing."
Beresford recalled how she and her siblings attended Sunday school at the Homestead Park United Methodist Church, where their mother taught Sunday school and was always willing to cook a roast for a church fundraiser.
In addition to her son, Donald, and daughter, Nancy, Mrs. Green is survived by her husband, George I. Green; and grandchildren, Scott Green, Amy Beresford, Heather Green, Gary R. Beresford and Todd Green.
Allen J. Shock, F.D.
(1947-2010)
Age 62 of West Mifflin on July 16, 2010. Devoted and loving husband of Barbara Lessig Shock. Proud and treasured father of Rebecca "Becky" Shock Riberich (Ralph). Adoring grandfather of Russell Allen. At last joined with his family members: mother Della Andritz Shock; father John Paul Shock; and sister Marsha Ficca (Bob). Allen dedicated his life to helping others in their times of need and sorrow. He was an honored funeral director and supervisor at Greens Funeral Home for 34 years. Allen also participated in numerous community and outreach programs including Shriners, Masons, Kiwanis as former President and Secretary of Homestead Cemetery. He will be fondly remembered by aunt, cousins, niece, nephews, friends, and neighbors. Allen and his immediate family are truly thankful to his "angels" of 4 South staff at Jefferson Hospital.
Allen J. Shock, F.D.
(1947-2010)
Age 62 of West Mifflin on July 16, 2010. Devoted and loving husband of Barbara Lessig Shock. Proud and treasured father of Rebecca "Becky" Shock Riberich (Ralph). Adoring grandfather of Russell Allen. At last joined with his family members: mother Della Andritz Shock; father John Paul Shock; and sister Marsha Ficca (Bob). Allen dedicated his life to helping others in their times of need and sorrow. He was an honored funeral director and supervisor at Greens Funeral Home for 34 years. Allen also participated in numerous community and outreach programs including Shriners, Masons, Kiwanis as former President and Secretary of Homestead Cemetery. He will be fondly remembered by aunt, cousins, niece, nephews, friends, and neighbors. Allen and his immediate family are truly thankful to his "angels" of 4 South staff at Jefferson Hospital.