Nicholas R. Bellich, Funeral Director & Supervisor | Rose Castagnola, Funeral Director
Nicholas R. Bellich, Funeral Director & Supervisor
Rose Castagnola, Funeral Director



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Peacefully passed on June 11, 2022. Carol was the beloved wife of 15 ½ years to Gerold Dirks. Loving mother of Richard (Amy) Harris, Patrick Harris and stepmom of Sascha (Anna) Dirks. Special grandma of Matthew, Nickolas, Coralynn and great grandma to Anthony and Audriana. Sister of Robert Kalkstein and the late William Kalkstein. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Carol worked as a dental technician for 35 years at Albensie Dental Lab. This was where she met her beloved husband. She was a loving grandma and helped to take care of them. She enjoyed Old Western Movies and watching the series MASH. Traveling and going to the beach were things she enjoyed but more importantly to help provide for her sons early on. She would do anything for anyone.
Family and friends are welcome in the Alfieri Funeral Home Inc. 201 Marguerite Ave. Wilmerding 412-824-4332 on Thursday from 4:00 until 8:00 Pm. A blessing service will be held on Friday at 10:00 Am in the funeral home. Carol will be laid to rest in Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh. Please visit us at, www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences.
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