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Shirley M. Bour

October 08, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Shirley M. (Smith) Bour, age 86, of Forward Twp., passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at home. She enjoyed baking, cooking, reading, building puzzles, and entertaining friends and family in her home. She was a member of the Forward Twp. Senior Citizens. Born April 11, 1935 in Floreffe, she was a daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (Kennist) Smith and wife of the late Richard F. Bour. She is survived by daughters, Diane (Dean Sr.) Korber of West Newton, Robin (David) Wagner of Butler, Jacquline (Raymond) Sammartino of Erie and Linda (Patrick) Buono of Finleyville; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, David Smith of Penn Hills; sisters-in-law, Mildred Pearson of Florida and Dolores Betler of South Carolina; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by granddaughter, Samantha Rossiter. No visitation or services are planned. Donations can be made in Shirley’s name to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Linda Marie Tognarini

October 07, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Linda Marie Tognarini, age 69, of New Salem, passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at Uniontown Hospital. Born December 12, 1951 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late George and Anna (Kerecman) Tognarini. She is survived by her sister, Barbara LaFollette of Clairton; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, George C. Tognarini. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Joyce Gibson Link

October 06, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

After a courageous battle with cancer, Joyce (Phillis) Gibson Link left this world to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, September 27, 2021 at Hope House Hospice in Cape Coral Florida. One doctor described her as a “Warrior”. Joyce was an active member of Cape Coral First United Methodist Church and prior to that she belonged to the First United Methodist Church in Clairton. She worked at Three Rivers Bank in Jefferson Hills for over 20 years and in 2001, retired to Florida. She was unable to sit idle, so she went to work in the Cape Coral Walmart for another 16 years. She was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed cheering them on, so much so that on her final day on this earth she told her doctor that she might try out for the quarterback position. She was a kind, loving, caring, and giving Christian woman who left her mark on many. Born February 7, 1938 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late V. Blanche Phillis and Dene B. Phillis and wife of the late Jay F. Link. Left to cherish her memory are her son, Edward Dene Gibson and wife Debra of Jefferson Hills; three grandchildren, Justin Dene Gibson (Beth), Carly Lynne Coleman (Bobby) and Edward M. J. Gibson; eight great-grandchildren, Thomas “T.J.” Wintermyer, Dylan Gibson, Anthony Kobelak, Micayla Kobelak, Cameron Gibson, Jordan Gibson, Declan Hanratty and Harvey Gibson; sister, Jene Phillis Walker (Bobby) of Richmond VA; many cousins, nieces and nephews; her close friends in the Ladybugs bible study group; as well as Keefe and Mona Morabito and Cheryl Scott who were always there at her side in both good times and in her times of need. A memorial service will take place in Florida on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 10 AM in the Cape Coral First United Methodist Church, 4118 Coronado Pkwy, Cape Coral, FL. A local memorial service will take place on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at 11 AM in the Elizabeth United Methodist Church, 317 S. 2nd Avenue, Elizabeth, PA. In lieu of floral donations, please consider making a donation in Joyce’s name to any local animal shelter. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com

 


Joseph Watazychyn

October 05, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Joseph Watazychyn, age 81, of McKeesport, and formerly of Glassport, passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport.  Born December 19, 1939 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Andrew and Katherine (Kryzanowska) Watazychyn.  He was retired from Marraccini’s Market in Clairton and a U. S. Army veteran.  

 
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Teresa L. Schiffman

October 04, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Teresa L. (Humphreys) Schiffman, age 54, of Forward Twp., passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a loving wife and daughter-in-law. Born October 11, 1966 in Prince William County, VA, she was a daughter of the late Robert Benjamin and Diane Marie (Cross) Humphreys. She is survived by her husband of 13 years, Chad Schiffman; daughter, Christina Hall of Virginia; mother-in-law, Carol (John) Schiffman-Makel of Forward Twp.; father-in-law, William (Linda) Schiffman of Florida; and brother-in-law, Ross Schiffman of Forward Twp. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, David Wayne Humphreys.

 
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Michael C. "Mickey" Greenwalt

October 02, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Michael C. “Mickey” Greenwalt, age 61 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away after a long battle on Friday, October 1, 2021 in Jefferson Hospital.  Mickey was born on April 22, 1960 to the late Joan (Baker) Smithhammer.  He was a member of the Western Pennsylvania Teamsters Union and worked as a facilities operator for Watco Companies in Dravosburg. Mickey is survived by his father, Wayne Smithhammer of Erie; his loving wife Tracy (Tate) Greenwalt; his son Brandon (Heather) Greenwalt of Georgia; his stepdaughter Olesha (James) Arries of Idaho; his stepson Kavan (Lindsey Gosen) Cubra of Ohio; his grandchildren Haylen, Jackson, Karley, Bobby and Eli; his sister-in-law Kim Greenwalt of Belle Vernon; his sister Amy Smithhammer of Liberty Boro; his niece Kristi (Jeremy) Gibson; and his great-niece-and-nephew Liam and Layla. Besides his mother, Mickey was preceded in death by his brother Kenneth Greenwalt who passed away September 14, 2006. 

 
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Roy O. "Skeeter" Grant

October 02, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Roy O. “Skeeter” Grant, age 67, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a bus driver with Port Authority, a former employee of Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel and Bekavac Funeral Homes, and a football coach. Skeeter loved riding his motorcycle and was an avid hunter. Born May 3, 1954 in McKeesport, he was a son of Harriet (Williams) Grant of Jefferson Hills and the late Roy A. Grant. He is survived by his daughter, Mackenzie (Craig Martin) Grant of Port Vue; son, Ian Grant of Jefferson Hills; soulmate, Denise Grant of Clairton; brothers, Daniel (Debbie) Grant of North Huntingdon and David (April) Grant of Jefferson Hills; nieces and nephews, Brenda, Brandon (Katie) and Brian Grant, Savannah (Troy) Gilbert and Roy (Jenna Sheridan) Grant; great nieces and nephews, Jackson and Autumn Grant, Demi, Indie and (soon to arrive) Cami Gilbert; also survived by his beloved dog, Sasha. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Sunday, October 3, 2021 from 5-8PM and Monday, October 4, 2021 from Noon-4 and 6-8PM. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 10AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jude Urso officiating. Burial to follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Boys Town, 14100 Crawford Street, Boys Town, NE 68010. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com

 


Beverly M. (Zemkosky) Petrak

September 28, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Beverly M. (Zemkosky) Petrak, age 72, of Clairton, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021, at Southwestern Nursing Center.  She was a Data Entry Technician. 

 
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Dawn R. Lloyd

September 28, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Dawn R. Lloyd, age 57, of Glassport, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021 at UPMC McKeesport. She was a former bartender and waitress at Glassport American Legion and La Romana in Glassport, and she loved bingo. Born April 27, 1964 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of Judy (Marynchak) Lloyd of West Elizabeth and the late Norman Dean Lloyd. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her sons, Kameron Dean (Becca Rollings) Lloyd of Canonsburg and Kevin Lloyd of Glassport; sisters, Dina Nagy of Jefferson Hills, Deanna (Shawn Sr.) Mooney of Elizabeth Twp. and Danielle (Matthew Reed) Lloyd of Greenock; brother, Kenneth Marsh Jr. of Elizabeth; stepmother, Faith Marsh; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

 
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John A. Neeson

September 27, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

John A. “Freddie” Neeson, age 79, of Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, September 24, 2021 at home. He was a retired truck driver with Waste Management and Kelly Run Sanitation and a former deckhand with Ohio Barge Line. He was a member of the Elizabeth Moose, a social member of the Elizabeth Fireman’s Club and a former member of St. Michael’s Church. Born December 29, 1941 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Adrian Paul and Florence (Patton) Neeson. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Frankie E. (Dobbins) Neeson; sons, John A. (Sherrie) Neeson of California, Eric P. (Michelle) Neeson of Oregon and Mark A. (Michele) Neeson of Sidman; step daughters, Marti (Mike) Gommerman of Charlotte, NC and Kelly (Robert) Emerick of Rostraver; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, Russell M. (Sharon) Neeson of Elizabeth; caregiver and loving granddaughter, Caroline (Eric) Wilson of Liberty Boro; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Paul “Mike” Neeson and Ruth Finney; and his beloved dog Elvis. No visitation or services are planned. Memorial contributions may be made to DaVita Dialysis, 201 McKeesport Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com

 


James Snyder

September 25, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

James Snyder, age 83 of Elizabeth and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021 in Jefferson Hospital.  Born February 25, 1938 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late William H. and Mary P. (Earley) Snyder.  James was employed as a roofer in the area.  He is survived by his son Wayne Holland of Zephyrhills, FL, his sister Joanne Donovan of Verona, and also many nieces and nephews.  Besides his parents, James was preceded in death by his son James R. “Hymie” Holland; his sisters Shirley Powell and Mary K. “Honey Girl” Zwibel; and his brothers William H. Snyder, Jr., Robert Snyder, and John Snyder.  

 
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Michael D. Dujmic

September 24, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Michael D. Dujmic, age 71 of White Oak, passed away at home on Thursday, September 23, 2021.  Born August 3, 1950 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Matthew M. and Barbara A. (Milasincic) Dujmic.  A graduate of both Serra High School and Penn State University, Michael was a travelling auditor for G.C. Murphy's in McKeesport who also worked for Penn State - Greater Allegheny, Norwin Construction, and TRC.  In his spare time, he was a member of the McKeesport Historical Society and a Volunteer at the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank in Duquesne.  Michael is survived by his wife of 36 years Marsha (Whiting) Dujmic; his sister JoAnne A. (Larry Brugnoli) Moore of North Huntingdon: his nieces and nephews: Ryan (Yeganeh) and Kevin (Colleen) Moore, Jessica (Josh) Otto, Jana Pavlack, Lauren Holman, and Jimmy Homer; his great-nieces-and-nephews Tyler, Mason, Jaxson, Wyatt, and Landon; his mother-in-law Dollie (the late Raymond) Whiting of Elizabeth; and his sister-in-law Carolyn W. (the late James) Homer.  

 
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Kelly Lynn Owens

September 24, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Kelly Lynn Owens, age 44, of Forward Twp., passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at Monongahela Valley Hospital. She loved spending time with her children and family. Born April 9, 1977 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of Gary W. and Laura (Dobiak) Hughes of Forward Twp. In addition to her parents, she is survived by daughters, Ryleigh and Ashlyn Kicielinski of Forward Twp.; brother, Bryan Owens of Forward Twp.; fiance, Mark Carvelli of Belle Vernon; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. No visitation or services are planned. Memorial contributions may be made to her family. A memorial gathering will take place at Elizabeth Fire Hall on Sunday, October 24, 2021 from 1-4 PM. Arrangements in charge of the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Steven J. Swindell

September 23, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Steven J. Swindell, age 34 of Castle Shannon, passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at home.  Born January 25, 1987 in Pittsburgh, he is the son of Michael S. (MaryJane) Swindell of Bethel Park and Theresa Smith of Castle Shannon.  Steven was the owner of Tower Surplus and a sales representative for his father's business: PennDex.  Besides his parents, he is survived by his brother Michael Swindell of Castle Shannon; his sisters Amanda (Josh) Minoski of South Park and Paige Swindell of Bethel Park; his nieces and nephews: Royelle Servich, Charleigh, Cole, and Clyde Minoski, Georgia and Huck Urlakis; his aunts and uncles Patricia Smith of Bethel Park, Henry Smith of Smock, Charles (Judy) Smith of Scott Twp., Patricia Smith of Castle Shannon, Geraldine (Ed) France of Canonsburg, and Patricia (David) Shelpman of Castle Shannon; and finally his loyal and loving dog Paige. Steven was preceded in death by his grandparents Robert Swindell and John and Marilyn Smith; his aunts and uncles Richard Swindell, Jack Smith, Gerald Smith, and Susan Smith; and his special great uncle Charles Gillespie.  

 
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Helvi E. Gogots

September 22, 2021 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Helvi Sjöblom Gogots passed peacefully on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at the age of 98. She was born March 3, 1923 in Alajärvi, Finland to Adolph and Anna (Takala) Sjöblom and came to the Pittsburgh area at the age of 6 months. She is survived by children, James Gogots (Joyce Hall) and Lynn (Chuck) Ejzak; grandchildren, Philip and Julia Ejzak; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph W. Gogots; brothers, Toivo and Edwin Sjöblom; and sister, Helen Jones. She spent most of her life in Jefferson Hills. After graduating from Clairton High School, she worked for All American Aviation, the predecessor of Allegheny Airlines/USAir. She also worked as a secretary for several firms and as a travel agent. She loved to travel and do ballroom dancing. She was a member of the West Jefferson Hills Historical Society, Scandinavian Society of Western PA, the Finlandia Foundation/Finnish Room Committee of the University of Pittsburgh, and Red Hat Society.

 
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