March 03, 2022 |
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Bethel "Bette" (Brown) DeSantis, age 83 of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 in St. Clair Hospital, Mt. Lebanon. Born January 27, 1939 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late W. Thomas and Bethel Grace (Hail) Brown and wife of the late Felix J. DeSantis, who passed away June 13, 2005. A retired environmental engineer for Jefferson Hospital, Bette was a member of Pleasant Hills Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her children Lisa (Charles) Grese of Venetia and Dean (Lydia) DeSantis of Pleasant Hills; her grandchildren Heather (Jeff) James, Charles (Merrill) Grese and Hailey Grese, and Dean "D.J.," Dante, and Dana DeSantis; her great-grandchildren Hayden, Jordan, and Grayson James and Nora Grese; and her special companion Bella.
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March 03, 2022 |
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Ann J. Scrip, age 97 of Versailles, passed away surrounded by her beloved family on Sunday, February 27, 2022 in Paramount Senior Living - South Hills in Baldwin. Born June 10, 1924 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Yurichko) Ursta. A member of St. Nicholas of Myra Byzantine Catholic Church in McKeesport, the CFU Lodge 146 in Versailles, and its former Ladies' Club, Ann worked most recently as a manager for the Elks Club in McKeesport. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Michael A. Scrip, who passed away March 1, 2011, and her siblings: Charles, George, and John Ursta, Julia Cooper, and Mary (Marko) Wojtowicz. Ann is survived by her sisters Veronica Servov of Elizabeth Twp., Margaret Ursta of Versailles, and Julia A. Roberts of Versailles and also many nieces and nephews.
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March 03, 2022 |
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Donna J. Jubak, age 68 of Versailles, passed away on Saturday, February 26, 2022 in Canterbury Place, Pittsburgh. Born September 24, 1953 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Lucy (Smola) Tokosh and wife of the late Ronald A. Jubak, to whom she had been married since March 11, 2005 and who passed away February 13, 2022. Donna is survived by her siblings Larry Tokosh and Ronald (Gail) Tokosh, both of West Mifflin, Charlotte (John) Glinski of Dravosburg, and Robert (Tammy) Tokosh of Baton Rouge, LA; and also nieces and nephews. Besides her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings John, Edward, Phillis, and Donna Lee.
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March 01, 2022 |
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Dorothy Nardone, age 87 of Clairton, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2022 in Jefferson Hills Manor. Born July 29, 1934 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Thomas J. and Margaret (Iacone) Nardone. A former member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church, Dorothy is survived by her niece Cheryl Ingram; her nephews Jeff Nardone and Thomas Mehalcik; and also many cousins. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Nancy Mehalcik and brother Angelo Thomas Nardone.
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February 24, 2022 |
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Tressa J. McCorkle, age 81, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Baldwin Health Center. She was a former cafeteria worker at Elizabeth Forward High School. A member of Elizabeth Baptist Church, she enjoyed traveling with her husband. Born May 10, 1940 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late James and Margaret (Porch) Marks. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, David H. McCorkle Sr.; daughter, Suzanne (Douglas) Grimes of Peters Twp.; son, David H. (Elizabeth) McCorkle Jr. of Liberty Borough; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Carol Marks of Fort Pierce, FL; also, nieces and nephews.
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February 24, 2022 |
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Theresa "Terry" Tkac, age 90, of Blaine Hill, passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at UPMC Mercy. She retired as a secretary for the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing and was a former secretary for the United States Glass Company in Glassport. She was a member of Queen of the Rosary Church in Glassport where she was involved with the Rosary Society and Christian Mothers. A long-time poll worker for elections in Blaine Hill, she was a member of the Catholic Daughter's Bowling League, the Divine Redeemer Motherhouse Guild, and Century III Mall AARP. Born February 9, 1932 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Lucille (Grabski) Honacki and wife of the late Andrew V. “Panda” Tkac. She is survived by her son, Gary F. Tkac of Live Oak, FL; grandchildren, Andrew Robert (Kristin) Tkac, Erica Tkac, Mary Beth Tkac and Joseph "JJ" Tkac; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, February 25, 2022 from 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 12 Noon at Queen of the Rosary Church with the Rev. Miroslaus Wojcicki officiating. Entombment will follow in McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery, McKeesport. Offer condolences at
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February 23, 2022 |
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Joshua M. Blake, age 41, of Forward Twp., passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at UPMC Presbyterian. Born July 4, 1980 in Houston, TX, he was a son of Frances M. Wright of Forward Twp. and the late Richard E. "Giant" Dell Jr. In addition to his mother, he is survived by daughters, Kia Blake of Danbury, TX, Rayleigh Blake at home, Laine Mee of Clairton and Noelle Mee of Port Vue; son, Austin Mee of Clairton; life partner, Donna Wolford of Forward Twp.; sisters, Kristy Torgent of Mt. Vernon and Rachel (Brandon) Hale of Port Vue; brothers, Richard Dell III of Elizabeth Twp., Jason (Holly) Wright of Missouri City, TX and Paul (Tammy) Dell of Dover, DE; aunt, Cindy Ventress of Sutersville; also, nieces and nephews.
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February 21, 2022 |
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Barbara L. King, age 85 and formerly of Belfast, ME, passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022 in Jefferson Hills Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. Born February 4, 1937 in Belfast, ME, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Hattie Bell (Ladd) Haskell and wife of the late Eugene King. Barbara is survived by her siblings Virginia (the late Ronald C.) Mortle of Clairton and Eli (Nancy) Haskell of Brewer, ME, her nieces and nephews, and also her three stepchildren.
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February 21, 2022 |
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Daniel Edward Kubinsky, age 64 of Versailles, passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at Veterans Hospital Healthcare System - Oakland. Born October 31, 1957 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late John Kubinsky and Mildred (Skutlin) Kubinsky of Berlin Center, Ohio. Daniel was a fork lift operator for Emsco Pool Company in Irwin and a member of the Croatian Club #3, Versailles. Daniel was a veteran of the United States Army. Along with his mother, he is survived by his brothers John Kubinsky and Mark Kubinsky, both of Versailles, and Michael (Nicole) Kubinsky of Durham, NC; and also nieces and nephews. Daniel was preceded in by his brothers Joseph and David Kubinsky.
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February 18, 2022 |
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Donna M. Vasko, age 78 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home on Monday, February 14, 2022. Born December 8, 1943 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Dorothy (Barr) Holt. An unwaveringly dedicated mother and grandmother, he life was her family to whom she gave everything she had. They will love and miss her always.
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February 17, 2022 |
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Raymond Cassol, Jr., age 71 and formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022. Born February 5, 1951 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Raymond "Red" and Elizabeth Ann (Uveges) Cassol. A 1969 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School where he was a multi-sport star, Raymond attended Temple University on a football scholarship and worked as an over-the-road trucker driver for Dandy Trucking in Warrendale. He is survived by his siblings Eunice (David) Gollings of Brentwood, Rose Marie Cassol of Monroeville, and Rex Cassol of Whitehall.
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February 15, 2022 |
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Ronald A. Jubak, age 82 of Versailles, passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital. Born September 19, 1939 in Duquesne, he was a son of the late Joseph and Mary (Chervaniak) Jubak. A retired steelworker at US Steel – Duquesne Works and a former member of the former Holy Trinity Church in Duquesne, Ronald was a driver for Access and enjoyed old movies and coin collecting. He is survived by his wife Donna A. (Tokosh) Jubak; his children Jeannie (Gordon) Mazzaresi of West Mifflin, Ronald (Tina) Jubak of South Carolina, Deborah (Joseph) Podolak, Veronica Jubak of Pittsburgh, and Randy Jubak of Duquesne; his ten grandchildren; his great-grandchild; his brother Philip Jubak of White Oak; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by his brothers Joseph and Jimmy Jubak.
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February 15, 2022 |
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William N. "Pinky" Shoemaker Jr., age 64, of Sutersville, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022 at home. He retired as a heavy equipment mechanic for Stag Construction in Rostraver Twp. Pinky enjoyed cooking and loved to feed everyone. Born April 1, 1957 in Elizabeth Twp., he was a son of the late William "Pinky" Shoemaker Sr. and the late Oleda E. (Werner) Shoemaker. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Valerie Converso; sister, Gloria J. (Ron) Wylie of Elizabeth; brothers, John C. (Sonia) Shoemaker of Scottdale, Joe (Rebecca) Shoemaker of Clairton and Dean A. Shoemaker of Elizabeth Twp.; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. No visitation or service are planned. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, SW Region, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh , PA 15205. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
February 14, 2022 |
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Fifty-four years ago God came to me (Yeah I know ME) and offered this proposition! He (God) wanted to know if I was a gambler, an adventurer, and a dreamer and would I be willing to take a chance on love! Me being all of 20 years old and as worldly as any kid from Swissvale in the ‘60s, I thought for a second and answered, “Sure, what da ya got?” Well, He (God) was willing to show me an Angel! A real live human Angel, and on this Earth!!! Then He (God) showed me this beautiful blonde-haired smart young woman who made me do a “Cliff Cleavon.” I was literally speechless when I first met this Lithuanian/Slovak beauty (I know, what’s Lithuanian? Read on!) There was also a kicker, included also a blonde-haired little kid that came with the deal! He (God) let me take the deal for a spin over the next two years to see how we all bonded (Actually I liked the kid more from the start because guys “do stuff” together and I had some skills that I could teach him.) So two years later I signed the deal by making Claudia my wife and Edward “our” son. Yeah, God is an okay guy! Let me tell you about my wife, my friend, my companion, my heartbeat that lasted 52 wild, wonderful, exciting, loving years of marriage. Claudia worked at USS Irvin Works for 33 years, achieving many levels of advancement and satisfaction. A strong Union worker who became chairman of the Grievance Committee that settled many disputes for workers and management alike. Through her many acquaintances, she helped many people find great jobs. She was an EMT that, along with her mother Izzy and sister Debbie, procured an ambulance for the borough of Port Vue. She was a worker that, along with her friend Jane, raised over $21,000 for Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Always ready and willing to help anyone in need. A truly beautiful Earthling. She loved life, travel, family and friends, but now she is on a new adventure – one we were not ready for. Four years ago, Claudia had a stroke. She came back strong the first year and was well. But the second and third year, with the addition of Covid, did not help her to fully recover and she developed dementia. I say this because there are many names for this horrible debilitating disease collectively it’s as worse as cancer and should have more exposure in the mental health community to alert the public just how bad dementia takes your life. We tried every avenue to get her better but God said it’s time to come Home. Claudia is survived by her husband, Raymond; son, Edward; grandchildren, Sebastian and Imre Pollick; her brother, Ed Zidek; sister-in-law, Mary Pollick and her sons, nephews Andrew (his wife Francesca and their daughter, grand-niece Scarlett June Pollick) and Danny Pollick; brother-in-law, Ken Hromanik and niece Kristin Prezel, her husband Tim and great-niece Taylor and great-nephew Taron, and niece Kerri Parrott and husband Matthew and their children, great-niece Raen Debra and great-nephew Rhone. Now the Lithuanians, told ya! On Claudia’s mother’s side of the family are and were the Kaminski’s, which at one time over-populated Vandergrift, but now touch many parts of America. A loving bunch of Blue Bloods! All wonderful, happy, good people. And the Fouses, what a crew! Cousin Kathy Knoll, her son Father Brian Knoll, her sister Joann Reich and her husband Donald, son Gary and daughter Lisa, and cousin Celine Briggs and her children Jennifer and Jonathan. And many, many close friends too numerous to mention. God, we had quite a ride these past 54 years. But you know what, I’d welcome another 20 years more. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, February 21, 2022 at 10 AM at Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. with the Rev. Thomas Wagner officiating. Donations can be forwarded to Dementia, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s foundations. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
February 14, 2022 |
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Carol M. (Costa) Zuro, age 64, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at UPMC McKeesport. She was a retired registered nurse for UPMC McKeesport ICU and ER and was a case manager for UPMC Health Plan. She was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Thomas a Becket Church in Jefferson Hills. She loved shopping, traveling and boating, but most of all her grandchildren and family. Born October 9, 1957 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of Theresa (Pastorius) Costa of Jefferson Hills and the late Joseph "Fox" Costa. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband of 43 years, Frank M. Zuro; children, Nicole (Tom) D'Antonio of Jefferson Hills and Michael (Leah) Zuro of Pleasant Hills; grandchildren, Mia, Luke, Zayden, Macsen and Dominik; brother, Joseph T. (Gloria) Costa of Jefferson Hills; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 from 1-3 and 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 10 AM in St. Thomas a' Becket Roman Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Memorial contributions may be made to metastatic breast cancer site, pghmets.org. Offer condolences at
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