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WILLIAM M. KATZ

 
  

 

KATZ WILLIAM M.

Of Squirrel Hill, on Monday, August 28, 2017. Beloved husband of Phyllis Daniels Katz of 64 years; son of the late Hanna and Abe Katz and stepson of Harry Berkowitz; dear father of Ellen Wiener (Raymond), Jayne Solomon (Noal) and Michael Katz (Roni); grandfather of Laurie Wiener, Elisa (Austin) Kaplicer and Adam Solomon, Richard, Daniel, Jason and Emily Katz; and great-grandfather of Asher Maxwell Kaplicer. Mr. Katz was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, and a member of Pi Lambda Phi Fraternity at Pitt. He was a proud Captain in the United States Air Force and Reserve. Mr. Katz was owner and President of Atlas Travel Service for 54 years in the Kaufmann/Macy's downtown location and four other branches of the Kaufmann/ Macy's stores. In his business, he was fortunate to be able to travel the world with his wife, Phyllis and children. His business was dear to his heart. Family and friends may meet at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at 9 a.m. and then proceed to Homewood Cemetery for 10 a.m. Graveside Services. Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
www.schugar.com


Funeral Home

Ralph Schugar, Inc. Funeral Chapel
5509 Centre Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 621-8282

Published in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on Aug. 29, 2017


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Military Service

War:
Korea
Branch:
Air Force
Rank:
Unknown
Comments:
CAPTAIN