Terry N. Merz
January 20, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Isabelle Lynn (Dooley) Steinhart
January 19, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Isabelle Lynn Steinhart, 83, formerly of Coal Township, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, in St. Clair Hospital, Mt. Lebanon. Isabelle was born on July 27, 1941, in Kulpmont, to the late Lawrence and Marie (Luchnick) Dooley. She was married to the late Ernest (Punch) Steinhart on June 3, 1961 for 59 years.
Isabelle was a loving mother to her two children as a housewife and later in life worked as a real estate agent and a bartender.
She loved spending time with her family especially the summer months around her pool watching her grandchildren laugh and just have fun. She also had many fond memories in Ocean City Maryland, Knoebels, and time with her sister Kitty. Her other love was all the dogs that she and Punch enjoyed. Many people saw the dog walking her at Knoebels weekly and the joy that they had with them on their long car rides.
Isabelle is survived by her children Dr. Ernest (Paula) Steinhart and Dr. LoriAnn (Dr. John) Cicchini; seven grandchildren: Dr. Deanna, Leah, Grace, Madeline, and Jaheim Steinhart and Sydney and Brady Cicchini; and her sisters Kathryn “Kitty” (Robert “Uncle Bob”) Kelly and Marie (the late William) Hogarty.
Bernice Drnach
January 19, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Bernice Drnach, age 97 of West Mifflin and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025 in Grandview Estates, Elizabeth Twp. Born October 8, 1927 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Cesidio and Emilia (DeSantis) Macioce. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish and the Sons of Columbus, Santa Maria Chapter #4 (both of Clairton), Bernice worked at both J.C. Penney's and Sam's Club. Bernice was known as mom, grandma, aunt, and GiGi to her loved ones. She put her family and faith above all things. She was kind and giving to all that knew her. Besides her parents, Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, the late Frank R. Drnach, who passed away December 10, 1999, and her siblings: Maggie DeBaldo and Carmen, Patsy, and Louie Macioce. She is survived by her son Frank (Karen) Drnach of Moon Twp.; her daughter Jeannie (the late Richard) Miller of Elizabeth Twp.; her nephew Robert L. (Ciara) Macioce of Peters Twp.; her five grandchildren: Allison (Gary) Grimm, Richard L. (Jen) Miller, III, Sara (James) Bertram, Emily (Shane) Patterson, and Vincent Drnach; her eight great-grandchildren: Alivia Jean and Nathan Grimm, Isabelle and Christian Bertram, Finley and Cade Patterson, and Molly and Noah Miller; her great-nieces and great-nephew Giada, Giuliana, and Rocco; and also many other nieces and nephews.
Betty A. "Bubba" Carman
January 19, 2025 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
She was the wife of the late Harold Carman; mother of the late Edward (wife Amy survives) Wilson; grandmother of Ayla Wilson and Avery Wilson; sister of Debbie (Don) Kutz of Lutz, FL and Helen (Ted) Gida of Gettysburg; and step-mother of James Carman, Bobby Carman, Lee Carman, Willy Carman, Joanna Carman, Joshua Mamiaf, and Christopher Carman. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
No Visitation or Services are scheduled. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
In true fashion of “Bubba” saying goodbye…”I love you more than my butt because my butt is so much bigger than my heart.”
Elizabeth A. Burge
January 19, 2025 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Elizabeth A. Burge, age 64, of McKeesport, died on January 18, 2025, at Twin Lakes Rehabilitation and Healthcare. Born January 21, 1960, in White Oak, she was the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (Gross) Grubb and wife of the late Richard Burge. She served her community as a paramedic and was also an employee of the former Heatherington Funeral Home, where her warmth and empathy provided comfort during some of life's most challenging moments. A devoted member of the First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport, Elizabeth found joy in her faith and embraced the teachings of the Bible. She cherished the written word and often found delight in reading both scripture and poetry, which fueled her gentle spirit and love for life. Elizabeth had a remarkable ability to listen with an open heart, always ready to lend an ear to those in need.
Christopher Adam Webster
January 18, 2025 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Christopher Adam Webster, 43 of McKeesport, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, at his home. He was born in McKeesport on June 12, 1981, to mother Kathy C. Webster. He is survived by his mother, Kathy C. Webster of Duquesne, sister, Rebecca Lucas of West Mifflin, nieces Ariauna, Shonna, and Nyla, and nephew Josiah. Christopher was preceded in death by grandmother Dorothy Webster and grandfather William Earl Webster, Sr. He enjoyed fishing, race cars, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family. Christopher was known to many as a bartender at Melons Pub throughout the years. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. A service will follow at the funeral home at 7:00 PM. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
Amelia Ann Clemente
January 18, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Amelia Ann (Letterio) Clemente, age 95, of McKeesport, PA, passed away on January 15, 2025, in Monroeville, PA. Born on September 22, 1929, in Erie, PA, she was the daughter of the late Quirino and Elizabeth Letterio and the wife of the late Alexander Clemente. Amelia was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School in Erie, PA. She was employed for 17 years as parish secretary for St. Perpetua Church in McKeesport.
Elizabeth A. Leasher
January 18, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Elizabeth A. Leasher, age 45, of McKeesport, died January 7, 2025. Born October 1, 1979, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Vernon and Helen (Henry) Leasher. She is survived by sons, Josh Leasher and Aden Moore; siblings, Paul Leasher, Verna Leasher, and Shirley Busher. Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor
Thomas Edward Procup
January 18, 2025 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Thomas Edward Procup, age 85, of McKeesport, passed away on January 16, 2025, at Passavant Community of Zelienople. Born December 2, 1939, in McKeesport, PA, he was the son of the late Patrick and Helen (Sowa) Procup and the loving husband of the late Barbara (Grass) Procup.
He is survived by his daughter, Cara (Joe) Marino of Cranberry, as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Charles Procup, and sister, Patricia Trautman.
James Alan Lutheran
January 17, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
James Alan Lutheran, age 80, of North Huntingdon, PA, formerly of West Mifflin, PA, died on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA on April 24, 1944 and was the son of the late Joseph and Helen Shatlock Lutheran.
Philip W. Boyette
January 17, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Philip William Boyette, 48, of Clairton, passed away on January 16, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones at Jefferson Regional Medical Center.
Philip was born on August 18, 1976 to William Dunlop and Patricia (Martin) Boyette in Lowell, Massachusetts. When Phil was just under 2 year old, they moved to Hawaii where his mother met and married his step-father, Raymond Domingo, Sr. Phil graduated from Leilehua High School in Wahiawa, Hawaii in 1995. Following that, he went on to study culinary arts at the University of Hawaii.
Phil's work history has led him to live and work all over the country. He started at the Diamond Head Bakery in Honolulu, HI. Upon leaving there, he worked for Popeye's in Hawaii, Las Vegas, and Jacksonville, Arkansas. After relocating to Fredricksburg, Virginia, he was hired by Walmart in November 2011. He eventually transferred to the West Mifflin, Pennsylvania location in 2013 and has been there since.
In 2012, Philip met Tara Papson. Phil and Tara welcomed their first daughter, Reagan BreAnne in January 2014 before marrying in July 2014. They were again blessed in January 2017 with the birth of their twins, Logan Amelia and Noah Patrick. Further enhancing their family unit is their Hanai daughter, Jalaya Papson.
Second only to his family, Philip's greatest passion was cooking. He loved to create and tweak dishes. Nothing brought him greater joy than feeding people. In the last year, he obtained the LLC to open his dream restaurant, Foodiez Paradise.
Philip was predeceased by his parents, William Dunlop and Patricia Domingo. He is survived by his wife and children; his step-father Raymond (Linda) Domingo; his siblings Lessie Mitch, Erin (Paul) Charran, Kristin Pittman, Regina Hubbard, Raymond Domingo, Jr., Jason Boyette and Virginia (David) Roy. Phil is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and his beloved dog, Ryder.
Upon his passing, Philip was fortunate enough to be able to deliver the ultimate gift and become an organ donor. This brings his family great comfort as his legacy will live on through the lives he has saved.
Mary Bocetti
January 17, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James Flanigan
January 17, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
James Flanigan, age 97, of Liberty Borough, died at home on December 30, 2024. Born April 30, 1927, in Port Vue, he was the son of the late Raymond and Jane (Blaha) Flanigan and husband of the late Shirley Flanigan.
James began his journey as a truck driver for his father's company, he was an Army combat veteran, serving during the Korean War. His commitment to serving others continued throughout his life, notably as an active member of the American Legion Post 447 in Port Vue and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. James attended veteran support groups in White Oak, where he found camaraderie and fellowship among those who shared his experiences.
Patricia Louise Jackowski
January 17, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Marianne "Marian" Sikorski
January 16, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Marianne "Marian" Sikorski of Liberty Borough, who left us on January 14, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on September 13, 1940, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, to the late Michael and Georgette (Stasko) Ladzun and the wife of Sigmund Larry Sikorski for 60 years. Marian started taking care of others at a very young age. Her home became a safe haven for many throughout the years. Her strength and faith portrayed through her love of others.
