Frank A. Carozza
July 31, 2024 |
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Floyd L. Sorg
July 31, 2024 |
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Patricia Jo Usher
July 27, 2024 |
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Patricia Jo Usher, age 69 of Stockdale, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024 in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born August 28, 1954 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late John and Wanda (Woy) McGowan. A retired secretary for Jefferson Hospital, Patricia is survived by her daughter Amanda J. (Daniel L.) Weissert of McKeesport and her niece Carrie (Rob) Yeager. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Sandy Hickman.
John A. Shavulsky
July 25, 2024 |
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John A. "Big John" Shavulsky, age 84 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Born October 31, 1939 in Clairton, he was a son of the late John M. and Elizabeth (Trocheck) Shavulsky. A US Navy Veteran and member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church, John is survived by his wife of 47 years Carolyn (Ford) Shavulsky, his son John M. (Erika) Shavulsky of Austin, TX, his grandchildren Delaney and Mackenzie; his brother Edward Shavulsky of Clairton; and many close friends.
Janice Page
July 25, 2024 |
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Janice Page, age 73 of McKeesport, passed away at home on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Born February 9, 1951 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late George and Margaret (Dertich) Hancharik. A graduate of the former California Teachers' College (Cal U), Janice worked at area daycares and volunteered at area hospitals, with special needs education, and as an ASL interpreter. She was also a member of the Croatian and Ukrainian Clubs. Janice's family will remember her as a talented musician with an angelic voice who wrote music and played the guitar, banjo, mandolin and tambura. She even performed once at the Civic Arena. Janice is survived by her children Christina (Jon Bouts) Page of Kent, OH and Robert (Kelly) Page of McKeesport; her grandchildren Zachary, Elsie, Skylar Beth, Robert, Andrew, and Deva-Shay; her siblings Marjory Rost of McKeesport and George (Carol) Hancharik of Elizabeth Twp.; her niece Suzanne (Joseph Iampietro) DiGregory of West Mifflin; and her great-nieces Amanda and Allysa. Besides her parents, Janice was preceded in death by her sister Arlene McAlister and her nephew Paul Rost.
TSgt. (Ret) Larry A. Stearns
July 19, 2024 |
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TSgt. (Ret.) Larry A. Stearns, age 76 of Vanderbilt and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024 at Mt. Macrina Manor, Uniontown. Born October 2, 1947 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late George Brown and Margaret Stearns. A career soldier in the US Air Force serving twenty years. Larry also worked for General Motors and with the security department at Jefferson Hospital. He was a member of the Clairton VFW, the AARP, and enjoyed bingo, travelling, bowling with his league. His family will remember him as a proud Veteran and a patriotic American. Larry is survived by his daughters Angie (Tony) Kennon of Export and Gena (Brian) White of Vanderbilt; his grandchildren (whom he adored and who lovingly referred to him as "Pap Pap") Henry, Maggie, and Vivian Kennon and Nolan, Allen, and Oliver White; his cousins Eugene and George Paxon and Billy and Tommy Payne; and also many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters Jennie Miller and Maryjane Smith and his cousin Dot Paxon.
Dr. Christopher R. Greenawalt
July 16, 2024 |
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Dr. Christopher R. Greenawalt, age 47, of Rostraver Twp., passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024 at home. He was a chiropractor and a member of Elizabeth United Methodist Church. He was an animal lover and enjoyed fishing and the outdoors. Born May 6, 1977 in New Eagle, he was a son of Brian and Sally (Caulkett) Greenawalt of Elizabeth Twp. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Jonathan (Bobbie) Greenawalt of Forward Twp.; grandmother, Margaret "Peggy" Muron of Elizabeth Twp.; nieces, Cassie (McCade Elliott) Greenawalt and Kyra Greenawalt; great-niece, Dorothy Elliott; also, many aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, July 18, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Ed Pope officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to a local animal shelter of one's choice. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
Dennis J. Jaskolski
July 15, 2024 |
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Dennis J. Jaskolski, age 71 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024 in UPMC Shadyside. Born June 6, 1953 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Joseph and Joan (Mieri) Jaskolski. The owner of Jaskolski Demolition Services, Dennis was a member of the Covenant Church of Pittsburgh's Men's Ministries and the Bible Chapel of McMurray and its Connections Team and Men's Ministries. He was a private person and gave to many local organizations and people in need. 
Helen M. Gillard
July 12, 2024 |
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Gordon E. Kirkman, Jr.
July 11, 2024 |
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Naomi A. Brown
July 10, 2024 |
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Naomi A. Brown, age 89 and formerly of Arlington, VA, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at The Palms at O'Neil, McKeesport. Born November 26, 1934 in Oakton, VA, she was a daughter of the late William and Ruth (Inscoe) Feidler. Naomi loved her job as a telephone operator for Bell Atlantic, later AT&T, and was a proud and active employee and co-worker Her family will remember her as strong-willed, self-reliant, organized, and fastidious, but always with a soft spot for dogs. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, the late Michael Todd Brown, and her siblings Dorothy Potts and William and George Feidler. Naomi is survived by her nieces Jackie (the late David) Kantor of Jefferson Hills, Charlene (Chris Tognarine) Pavlik of Jefferson Hills, and Lisa J. (Patrick) Loera of Port Vue, and also other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
Timothy E. Cotero
July 08, 2024 |
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Carolyn H. Pausic
July 05, 2024 |
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Carolyn Helen Pausic, 90, of Elizabeth Township, PA died on June 23, 2024. She was born in McKeesport on October 22, 1933, the youngest daughter of George and Theresa Siket. She grew up attending St. Mary’s Romanian Byzantine Catholic Church in Christy Park; her mother was one of the founding members. She is predeceased by her devoted husband Matt, sisters Marie Balog, Elvera Irvine, Florence Ballner and Virginia Siket and beloved pets. She is survived by her daughters Tia Pausic and Beth Pausic, cat Andy and numerous nieces and nephews.
Richard M. Coleman
June 28, 2024 |
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Mark Kunf
June 25, 2024 |
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Mark Kunf, age 90 of White Oak, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Born February 25, 1934 in Liberty Borough, he was a son of the late Anton and Anna (Paunovic) Kunf. A Veteran of the US Army during the Korean War, Mark was a self employed bricklayer and a member of the American Legion, CFU Lodge #146 and its men's club. He is survived by his wife Sally (McCloskey) Kunf; his daughters Donna (Perry) Venturini of Woodbridge, VA and Diane (Dennis) Petrow of White Oak; his son Mark A. (Aiko) Kunf of White Oak; his six grandchildren Jenna, Meghan, Dominic, Leilani, Halania, and Eric; his great-grandchildren Giovanni, Kiernan, Luca, Samantha, Gino, Mia, Lena, Willow, Oakley, Evia and Enzy; his younger brother Daniel Kunf of Glassport; and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Mark was preceded in death by his grandson Matthew Venturini and his siblings: Joseph, Anthony, Michael, John and Frank Kunf, Rose Paladi, and Mary Kolich. Bubby, as he was affectionally know by all that knew him, enjoyed going to his camp (Booze-n-Snooze) with his son, then sit by the roaring fireplace or play poker while Croatian folk music blasted and he sipped his perpetual cup of tea. Bubby enjoyed being with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He treasured visits from his nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends, especially Karen, Joe, DJ, Freida, Cecilia and Neicy. He attended many of his grandchildren's swim meets, soccer games, dance recitals, school plays, football games and crew meets. He took American Sign Language classes so he could chat with his granddaughter. In his younger years Mark first enjoyed all things Croatian - kola dancing, playing the cello and brac and of course the food. There were many legendary lamb roasts up at the camp. Mark was a good hearted soul who would give you the shirt off his back because he knew what it meant to have little having grown up during the Great Depression.
