June 07, 2023 |
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Monica M. Vaught, age 59 of Bethel Park and formerly of Kennedy Township, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Canterbury Place in Pittsburgh. Born November 11, 1963 in Homestead, she was a daughter of the late Francis and Agnes (Mrazik) Lucas. Monica worked as a registered nurse for the former St. Frances Hospital in Pittsburgh and was a strong supporter of ASPCA. She is survived by her of fiancé of 11 years Jeff Deal of Bethel Park; daughter Chloe (Chase) Vaught-Burnfin of Leesburg, GA; sister Nancy (the late Paul) Samko of Moon Township; nieces Amanda, Brettholle and Melanie Samko; step-children Bryan and Bruce Deal; first husband Gary Vaught; and “her besties” Scooby and Emme. In addition to her parents and brother-in-law, she was preceded in death by her brother Frank Lucas.
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June 06, 2023 |
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John R. Gasdick Sr., age 60, of Liberty Borough, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at home. A Marine veteran, he was a former truck driver and skilled laborer, and a former bartender at the Wagon Wheel. He was a member, steward and bartender at Liberty Borough Veterans Association and a member of the Port Vue American Legion. Born April 6, 1963 in Bridgeport, CT, he was a son of Dolores (Limberger) Gasdick of McKeesport and the late Edward Gasdick. In addition to his mother, he is survived by daughter, Tiffany (Nicholas Hahne) Gasdick of Liberty Borough; sons, John R. (Paige Hako) Gasdick Jr. and William Gasdick, both of Liberty Borough; grandchildren, John R. Gasdick III, Cole Hahne, AJ Hahne and Camilla Gasdick; brothers, Edward (Sherry) Gasdick of Kissimmee, FL and Jeff (Mariann) Gazdich of Laguna Hills, CA; sister-in-law, Veronica Gasdick of Glassport; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by brother, Michael Gasdick Sr. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, June 9, 2023 from 4-8 PM. A Military Service will take place on Saturday, June 10 at 10 AM at Calvary Cemetery in Port Vue. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CEMETERY. Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans, 1000 Liberty Avenue, Room 1606, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Offer condolences at
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June 06, 2023 |
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William F. Marra, age 71 of Clairton, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday June 4, 2023 in Jefferson Hospital. Born June 1, 1952 in McKeesport, PA, he was the son of the late Felix T. "Brother" Marra and Doris Jean (Dillon) Marra. William worked at USS Irvin Works, Carpenter Union Local 142 and was a talented woodworker. He loved to spend his time with his children and grandchildren whom he adored. He was a faith builder, encourager and shined his light on many. He knew God was in his story throughout his life until his last breath.
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June 04, 2023 |
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James C. Puckey, Sr., age 86, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023 at home. He retired from the boiler shop at U.S. Steel Clairton Works after 42 years of service and was a U.S. Army veteran during the cold war. He attended Round Hill Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth Twp. and enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing and the outdoors. Born September 16, 1936, in Elizabeth Twp., he was a son of the late John B. Puckey, Sr. and Lillian F. (Russell) Puckey and husband of the late Blanche F. (Aldridge) Puckey. He is survived by son, James C. (Bonnie) Puckey, Jr. of Finleyville; daughter, Joyce (Jim) Reed of Belle Vernon; grandchildren, Matthew (Rebekah) Puckey, Noah (Hannah) Reed, Gabriel Reed, Samantha (Ryan) Hohn, Megan (Austin) Hoffman, James Reed, Kristina (Casey) Walton, Megan (Jason) Sonson and Amanda (fiancé Bryant McCallum) Poland; great-grandchildren, Makayla, Alexander, Nicholas, Dylan, Madison, Austin, Wyatt, Savannah, Meadow, Forest, Landon, Adalynn Mae and one on the way; sisters, Ruth A. Thomas of Lincoln Borough and Nancy (Robert) Sanutelli of Elizabeth Twp.; brother, William (Barbara) Puckey of West Newton; also, nieces and nephews.
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June 04, 2023 |
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Harry Pearsol, age 77, of West Elizabeth, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at home. He was a retired truck driver for West Elizabeth Lumber and a member of the Elrama Sportsmen’s Club. He enjoyed hunting and conversing with family and friends. Born January 9, 1947, in Sunnyside, he was a son of the late William and Clara Belle (Richardson) Pearsol and husband of the late Sylvia “Peachie” (Williams) Pearsol. He is survived by daughters, Renae (Steve) Hallam of West Elizabeth and Crystal Pearsol of West Elizabeth; grandchildren, Sierra, Quenton and Emma; great-granddaughter, Saige; siblings, Connie Armstrong of West Elizabeth and Dutch Pearsol of Richeyville; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Pearsol.
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May 26, 2023 |
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David Allen Mark, 68, passed away on May 18, 2023 at Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center in Lakeland, FL. Born in McKeesport, PA on February 13, 1955, he was the son of Elin (Carlson) Mark and Harry Allen Mark of Harrisburg, PA. Dave graduated from Elizabeth-Forward Senior High School and from Polk County Community College, with honors. He was employed at Epic Metals, of Rankin, PA and Lakeland, FL, at Piper Aircraft, of Lakeland, FL and retired from Polk County Community College as a Librarian.
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May 25, 2023 |
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Edward "Ed" C. Lane, age 65, of Bethel Park, went to be the Lord May 23, 2023. An Air Force veteran serving from 1983-1991, he retired May 12, 2023 from R.L. Miller LLC Hydraulic Equipment in Pittbsburgh. He was a member of the Clairton Sportman's Club.
Born March 6, 1958 in New Eagle, he was a son of Dorothy (Hartlein) Tuttle of Ohiopyle and husband of the late Susan Jean (Schaefer) Lane.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his children, Robert (Kelly) Schaeffer and Stephanie (Kevin) Farrier; grandchildren, Wyatt Vincent Schaeffer, Hunter Douglas Schaeffer, Brayden Robert Schaeffer and Makenzie Rae Farrier; siblings, William Lane of Confluence, Elizabeth (Jeffrey) Ferri of Indian Trail, NC, Frederick (Kimberly) Lane of Greenville, SC, Cynthia (Jackie) Hinzy of Confluence and Lori (Stephen) Miller of Ohiopyle; one niece and four nephews.
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May 25, 2023 |
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John N. Greco, loving husband, brother, uncle, friend and resident of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 surrounded by his loving wife and family. John was born to Frank and Mary (Tignanelli) Greco in Bunola October 20, 1939.
He was a 1958 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. John married Carolyn Marie Homer on September 3, 1966 and they spent 56 beautiful years together. He was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., Knights of Columbus in West Mifflin and the Elizabeth Twp. Sportsman’s Association. He worked more than 20 years as a counselor for Pennsylvania Career Link.
John loved to sing and owned and operated the Johnny Greco Orchestra for many years. John is survived by his wife, Carrie Greco; sister, Claudia Phillips; nephews, Joseph Burkhart, Bill, Dave, Dan and Gary Phillips, James Homer, John Homer, John Piggford and Paul Piggford; nieces, Nancy Phillips, Kim Gephart, Lorraine Payne, Denise Kahler, Jana and Lauren Homer, Lynn Kurtz, Christine Piggford, Mary Burkhart Johnson and Linda Burkhart Davis; also, numerous great-nieces and nephews.
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May 25, 2023 |
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Judy (Jones) Holmes, age 79, of Glassport, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at home. She retired as an assignment administrator for Verizon in Greensburg and was a member of Glassport United Methodist Church. She had 17 grandchildren, three of whom she raised: David, Nicole and Charles Goldbaugh.
Born June 16, 1943 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Ethel (Buckley) Jones. She is survived by children, Mary Poston of Tucson, AZ, Robert (Maryann) Goldbaugh of Mercer, Susan (Gordan Forney) Goldbaugh of Irwin, Tammy (Ken) Argyros of Elizabeth Twp., Donald L. (Christine) Holmes Jr. of Liberty Borough and Patti (Tom) Yeager of Elizabeth; 17 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Sherri Goldbaugh of Irwin; also, nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephew.
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May 23, 2023 |
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Pamela Jean (Hartos) Bracco, age 65 of McKeesport, passed away surrounded by family at her side on Monday, May 23, 2023 in UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born October 27, 1957 in North Huntingdon, she was a daughter of the late Donald and Geraldine (Shigo) Hartos. A member of Christ United Methodist Church in Coulter and a former cake decorator at Shop-N-Save in McKeesport, Pamela enjoyed crafting, baking, and (most of all) spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her children Heather Csokuly of McKeesport, Vincent (Karen) Bracco of Liberty Borough, and William (Lindsay) Bracco of North Huntingdon; her grandchildren Eric Moody, Arianna Bracco, Justin Csokuly, and Breanna and Victoria Bracco; her siblings Donna Matovich, Kathy Lehneke, Laura Zak, Shelley Craven, and Donald Hartos, Jr.; and also nieces and nephews.
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May 22, 2023 |
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Mary Ann (Ramsey) Martin, age 76 of Liberty Borough and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023 in Jefferson Hospital. Born December 29, 1946 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late Joseph E. and Florence L. (Coughenour) Ramsey. A graduate of Clairton High School, Mary Ann was a member of Pine Run United Methodist Church and worked at the former Marraccini's Supermarket, both in Clairton. She is survived by her children Christina Martin, with whom she resided, and Richard (Tracy) Lindsey of Clairton; her eight grandchildren Kelsea, Devin, and Brendan Parsons, Alexia and Aiva Fait, and Courtney, Whitney, and R.J. Lindsey; her six great-grandchildren Noah, Jonathan, and Cameron Williams, Winter Anderson, Sage Fuqua, and R.J. Lindsey, Jr.; her brothers David (Kim) Ramsey of Jefferson Hills and Craig (Connie) Ramsey of Elizabeth Twp.; and also many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Mary Ann was preceded in death by her siblings Curtis and Diana Ramsey.
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May 18, 2023 |
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Laurel J. Beckowitz, age 87 of Duquesne, passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Squirrel Hill Wellness & Rehabilitation Center. Born January 31, 1936 in Lincoln Boro, she was a daughter of the late Steve and Anna (Vonhannle) Beckowitz. Laurel was employed with Rockwell International and the Y.W.C.A. in Wilkinsburg. She is survived by her sons Gary, John and Vincent Samudosky, Lance Ludwick, with whom she resided, and Glenn Ludwick. Laurel is also survived by her grandchildren Brittany and Corey and her sister Mary Ann Fidderer. Services are private and in the care of Daniel F. Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory, Versailles.
May 13, 2023 |
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Ann passed away on May 11 peacefully at home in Jefferson Hills with her family by her side. Born July 24, 1928 in Large to the late Thomas and Sophie Pavlik, she was the loving wife of over 60 years to the late John “Jack” Henderson and was also preceded in death by her siblings Margaret (Theodore) Smith, William (Aldia) Pavlik, Hilda Pavlik, Thomas (Julia) Pavlik, and George Pavlik. She is survived by her daughter Marcie (Tom) Cochran, with whom she resided; her grandchildren, who she loved, Rebecca (Eric) Della Lucia and Cindy (Jeff) Fite; her great-grandchildren who she dearly loved and enjoyed spending time with and who always kept her smiling, Olivia and Luca Della Lucia and Jeffrey Fite. She was a loving aunt to many nieces and nephews and was also survived by her sister-in-law Nancy Pavlik. Ann was a member of the Clairton High School class of 1946 and spent her life in service of others. As an original member of Saint Thomas a Becket Parish, she was a CCD teacher there for over 50 years and also worked for the West Jefferson Hills School District as a crossing guard for 50 years. Aside from spending time with her family, Ann enjoyed reading, playing cards, and cooking. She also loved many family pets throughout the years, most recently their cat Sox.
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May 09, 2023 |
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Herbert C. Petticord Sr., age 84, of Monessen, passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at home. He retired as a self-employed general contractor. Born August 3, 1938 in Wilkinsburg, he was a son of the late Violet Osftin. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Rita Ann (Domer) Petticord: children, Herbert C. (Michelle) Petticord Jr. of Bayou Vista, TX, Leslie (Brien) Savko of Daisytown, Lynette Petticord of Florida, Dawn (James) Holgerson of Jefferson Hills and Sherry (Daniel) Sabatasso of Missouri; 19 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by siblings, Don, Lee, Joseph and Faye. No visitation is planned. A funeral service will take place on Friday, May 12, 2023 at 12 Noon in the chapel at Round Hill Cemetery with the Rev. John Pope officiating. Burial will follow. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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May 05, 2023 |
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Ruth Ann (Kenny) McClintock, age 99, of Ingleside, IL, formerly of Elizabeth and Port St. Lucie, FL, passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023 at home. She was a wonderful wife, homemaker, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a member of The Church of God. She and her husband worked together to build the family business, McClintock Insurance Agency in Elizabeth, where she was the office administrator until retirement. During World War II she worked for Curtis Wright in Erie making C47 cargo planes. She enjoyed spending the last 30 years of her retirement in Florida. Born April 30, 1924 in Somerset, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Rosy (Zecker) Kenny and wife of the late John L. McClintock. She is survived by daughters, Karen (Steve) Pals and Kathy McClintock, both of Chicago, IL; sons, David J. (Janet) McClintock of Weirton, WV and Keith T. (Sandy) McClintock of Baroda, MI; daughter-in-law, Natalie B. (Bob) Marsiglio of Elizabeth Twp.; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, Dennis L. McClintock; two great-grandchildren; and sisters, Rose and Helen. There was no visitation. Private funeral service and burial will be in Mount Vernon Cemetery with Pastor Gary Lamb officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Star Hospice, 36100 Brookside Drive, Suite 101, Gurnee, IL 60031. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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