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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jim Knowles, formerly of Hoddlesden and Edgworth, who left us this morning.

Jim was well known throughout the community for his work as a plumber and heating engineer, serving many families and households with skill, dedication, and integrity. His craftsmanship and reliability earned him not only professional respect but also lasting friendships with those he helped over the years.

Beyond his trade, Jim will be remembered for his warmth, kindness, and the quiet strength he carried into every interaction. His legacy lives on in the comfort he brought to homes and the lives he touched with his generosity.

He will be deeply missed by family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Funeral and memorial arrangements will be announced soon, and the community is invited to join in honoring Jim’s life and contributions.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Chasity Kinser, a beloved resident of Cheraw, South Carolina. Chasity’s life was marked by kindness, resilience, and a deep devotion to her family and community.

She will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, and her gift for making others feel valued. Chasity’s legacy is one of love and compassion, and her memory will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know her.

Memorial, funeral, and visitation details will be announced soon. All who knew Chasity are invited to join in honoring her life and legacy with dignity and love.

In Loving Memory of Jason Livingston

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jason Livingston, a beloved resident of Parsons, Tennessee. Jason’s life was marked by kindness, resilience, and a deep devotion to his family and community.

He will be remembered for his warmth, generosity, and the ability to make others feel valued. Jason’s legacy is one of love and compassion, and his memory will continue to inspire those fortunate enough to have known him.

Memorial, funeral, and visitation details will be announced soon, and all who knew Jason are invited to join in honoring his life and legacy.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of John Chuang, Family Medicine Doctor, a beloved resident of Plano, Texas. John’s life was marked by kindness, resilience, and a deep commitment to his family and community.

He faced the challenges of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) with courage and perseverance, inspiring others with his determination and authenticity. John’s journey was defined not by obstacles, but by the love he gave and the lives he touched.

He will be remembered for his warmth, his generosity of spirit, and his ability to make others feel valued. His legacy will continue through the family, friends, and community who cherished him.

Memorial, funeral, and visitation details will be announced soon, and all who knew John are invited to join in honoring his life and legacy.

In Loving Memory of Chris Auffenberg

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Chris Auffenberg, a longtime Ford dealer and respected businessman in Washington, Missouri, whose life and work left an indelible mark on his community. His passing was announced in November 2025.

Chris was remembered for his integrity, generosity, and dedication—qualities that defined both his professional and personal life. He served as a mentor to colleagues and younger professionals, building a reputation for his commitment to customers and his devotion to community service.

His dealership was more than a place of commerce; it was a cornerstone of trust and service in Washington, MO. Chris’s kindness, mentorship, and leadership earned him admiration not only for his business acumen but also for the way he uplifted those around him.

He leaves behind a legacy of leadership, generosity, and dedication. His memory will endure in the lives of his family, colleagues, and the countless customers who valued his honesty and care.

Memorial, funeral, and visitation details will be shared by the family when available. All who knew Chris are encouraged to join in honoring his life and legacy.

Dale Anderson-Words can’t begin to express the profound sorrow I’ve felt since learning over the weekend that my grand-niece Edda Anderson is no longer with us. The eldest grandchild in the Arizona branch of the family, I always thought of her as the brightest and best of all of us. At 25, freshly graduated with an advanced degree as a physician’s assistant, she was beautiful and beloved, the personification of potential.

We gathered to see her get her diploma three months ago in Chicago, which she was adopting as her home, and she’d arranged a wonderful weekend of activity that united and delighted the entire extended family, with nary a hint of darkness or distress. When a parent or a grandparent passes on, there’s a familiar gamut of grief, a healing of the blow with a grudging acceptance of the inevitable. But this is different. It’s total heartbreak.

In Loving Memory of Jeremy Shapira

It is with broken hearts that we announce the untimely passing of Jeremy Shapira on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

Jeremy was the beloved husband of David Gilinsky; son of David Shapira and the late Karen Shapira; stepson of Cynthia Shapira; brother of Laura Shapira Karet (Tom Karet) and Deborah Shapira (Barry Stern); and stepbrother of David Busis (Catherine Blauvelt) and Hillary Busis (Michael Palmieri). He was a most fabulous uncle to Will, Charlie, and Alexa Karet, and to Pearl, Kayla, and Matan Shapira‑Stern.

He is also survived by uncles and aunts Daniel and Barbara Shapira, Ralph Shapira, Bonnie Sun, Edith Shapira and Mark Schmidhofer, and Robert and Andrea Adler; by many beloved cousins in the Shapira, Schmidhofer, and Adler families; and by members of the extended Gilinsky family.

Jeremy was a dedicated and loving friend, known for his irrepressible spirit, infectious enthusiasm, warmth, and laughter. He embodied an ethic of service, applying his keen sensitivity to the needs of others in both his personal relationships and his professional work in community service and human relations. His memory and legacy will live on through the lives of those who loved him and those he served.

Service Details

• Funeral Service: Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 12 noon
• Location: Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Avenue (at Morewood), Oakland
• Interment: B’nai Israel Cemetery
• Shiva Details: Call Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. at (412) 621‑8282
• Arrangements: Entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc.

Memorial Contributions

Memorial contributions may be made to:

• The David Gilinsky and Jeremy Shapira Fund of The Pittsburgh Foundation 912 Ft. Duquesne Blvd., Floor 10, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
• The David Gilinsky and Jeremy Shapira Fund of Jewish Community Foundation Jewish Federation Foundation, c/o David Gilinsky and Jeremy Shapira Fund 2000 Technology Drive, First Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

He was remembered for his decades-long racing career, his passion for motorsports, and his enduring impact on the racing community. Born on July 18, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Gail Ross was a pioneer of grassroots racing whose passion for motorsports shaped communities and inspired generations. In 1965, he moved to Ada, Michigan with his wife, Alice Ross, where he continued to build his life and career.

Gail began racing in 1958 after attending events at the Grand Rapids Speedrome. Over the decades, he competed in super modifieds, late models, stock cars, Zoo‑Mods, and street stocks, leaving his mark on numerous tracks including Berlin Raceway, Kalamazoo Speedway, Spartan Speedway, Hartford Speedway, Owosso Speedway, and Winchester Speedway in Indiana. His first feature win came in 1958, sponsored by The Brew, and it marked the beginning of a long and celebrated racing journey.

In recognition of his contributions, Gail was inducted into the Michigan Motorsports Hall of Fame in 1999, a testament to his enduring impact on the sport.

Gail will be remembered as a Hall of Fame inductee, a pioneer of grassroots racing, and a man whose love for motorsports never wavered. His legacy lives on in the tracks he raced, the victories he earned, and the community he helped shape.

Memorial, funeral, and visitation details will be announced soon. All who knew him are encouraged to join in celebrating his remarkable life.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Erik Elken, a 24‑year‑old University of South Carolina student and Philadelphia native, who died in November 2025 after a courageous battle with Stage IV NUT sarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer.

Erik’s illness was initially misdiagnosed as a torn labrum, but doctors later discovered tumors in his femur and surrounding tissue. Despite months of treatment and unwavering community support, the cancer spread rapidly.

Life & Legacy

• Origin: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Affiliation: Student at the University of South Carolina, member of the men’s rugby team
• Remembered for: Warmth, intelligence, resilience, humor, and dedication to his teammates and classmates

Erik’s passing is a heartbreaking loss to his family, friends, and the USC community. He was admired for his strength and positivity, even in the face of devastating illness. His teammates honored him through fundraisers such as “Bald for Big E”, a testament to the immense love and solidarity he inspired.

Tribute Erik’s legacy is one of courage, compassion, and community. He reminded all who knew him of the importance of perseverance and kindness. His memory will endure in the lives he touched and the community he enriched.

Memorial, funeral, and visitation details will be announced soon. All who knew Erik are encouraged to join in celebrating his remarkable life.