January 16, 2025 |
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Janice J. Beatty, 82, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025. She was born April 4, 1942 in Elizabeth and was the daughter of the late Harold and Virginia (Wolfe) Abercrombie. Janice was a member of The Round Hill Presbyterian Church and The Eastern Star NO. 316. She loved genealogy and enjoyed studying and finding ancestry for her family and also members of The Daughters of The American Revolution. She was a lover of horses, she had owned several through her life and they held a special place in her heart. She will be greatly missed.
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January 15, 2025 |
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Emerson "Moose" Dainty, 65, of Elizabeth Township, passed away at home on Monday, January 13, 2025. He was born February 21, 1959 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Richard G. Dainty, Sr., and the late Sandra Lee (Betz) Dainty. Moose was a 1978 graduate of McKeesport High School and worked for Peter J. Caruso for many years as a truck driver. He was dependable, fun, generous and kind to everyone he knew. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother. Lovingly known as "Pops" to his grandchildren, he is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Kathleen D. (Leyland) Dainty, sons, William (Sara) Wesley, Justin (Whitney) Wesley, and Timothy (Amanda) Dainty, grandchildren, Blaine, Eleanor, Leland, and Emersyn Rose, sisters, Beverly Ritchey and Dalynn Dainty, brother, Richard G. (Lois) Dainty, Jr., nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Lynda Dainty and brother-in-law, George Ritchey. There is no visitation. A celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date at the Coulter Fire Hall. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
January 14, 2025 |
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Patricia Anne "Pat" Smith, 84, of Greenock, went home to be with her Savior on Sunday, January 12, 2025. She was born April 10, 1940 in Glassport and was the daughter of Charles C. and Blanche S. (Sikorski) Barchanowicz. She was the devoted wife of 54 years to the late Donald William Smith, who passed away November 30, 2013. Pat was a woman of great faith and loved the Lord and was a member of Park Baptist Church in Versailles. She was an avid gardener of flowers, whose green thumb has kept a Christmas Cactus around since 1968. She was a lover of animals, especially cats. She was a homebody, who loved her home and all the visiting animals and the garden she grew. Pat was dedicated to her family, who were her whole life. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who wanted to always make sure her family knew how much she loved them. She will be greatly missed.
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January 14, 2025 |
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Donald James Kistler, 87, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, January 13, 2025. He was the son of the late John G. and Ruth (Piper) Kistler, and was born on the Kistler Farm in Washington Township, Westmoreland County on July 19, 1937. He was married to his loving wife Millie for 55 years and was a longtime resident at the home he and Millie built on the hill overlooking Boston, PA.
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January 13, 2025 |
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It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our uncle, brother-in-law, and friend Paul R. Herbert who passed quietly at the age of 91 at his home in Carmel Indiana. He was the husband of the late Eleanor L. Whiteman Herbert. They were married for 64 years and were devoted Christians. He was born in Frank, Pennsylvania on August 2, 1933, to Mary and Clyde Herbert Sr. He was preceded in death by sisters, Mary Margaret Weston, (Col. Logan), Betty Jo Handley, (Donald), Reta Thorne, (Alfred), and brothers Clyde (Si) Herbert Jr., (Irene), and Robert (Bob) Herbert, (Dorothy). He is survived by sisters-in-law Dr. Anne Rosche of Sunnyvale California, and Marge Aukerman of Webster New York.
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January 13, 2025 |
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Alvin P. Decker, 93 of McKeesport, after an 18-month battle with glioblastoma, it is with a broken heart to announce his passing on January 10, 2025. He was born on July 11, 1931, in Summerhill Township to Daniel and Leola (Flick) Decker. He was the husband of the late Betty Decker and grandfather to the late Joshua Decker. He is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Alberta Decker and Paul Paterra, with whom he resided; and grandfather of Stacy Decker of North Huntingdon.
Raised in McKeesport, he graduated from McKeesport High School in 1949 as valedictorian. Met his wife while working at McKeesport Baking Company and married in 1950. He served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army seeing conflict at Heartbreak Ridge and Christmas Tree Hill during the Korean War. Upon returning home, he spent his career as the specifications engineer for U.S. Steel, National Tube. After retirement he spent the next 23 years as a volunteer in the cafeteria of St. Joseph Regional School in Port Vue preparing and serving lunch to the students and staff.
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January 11, 2025 |
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Nicholas “Nick” Mario Denardo, 75, of Port Vue, passed away at home on Saturday, January 11, 2025. He was born on August 14, 1949 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Dominic and Josephine (DiGiannantonio) Denardo. Nick retired from US Steel Clairton Works after over 30 years. He was a member of Park Baptist Church in Versailles Boro, where he also was on the Security Team and a member of the Men’s Prayer Group. He was also a Treasurer of Elizabeth Township Sportsman’s Association, Past President of Clairton Works Federal Credit Union and of USS Local 1557 Union, he was also a member of the Polish Club, Archer Hill Bowling League and Pastrik’s Bowling and Golf Leagues and the Mon Yough Church Dartball League.
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January 07, 2025 |
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Margaret Marie Eddy, 95, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, January 6, 2025. She was born in Duquesne on October 4, 1929 to the late John and Mary (Serdy) Regosh. She was also the wife to the late Thomas Eddy before his passing in May 2020. Margaret worked as a floral designer for companies in the surrounding areas - Lawrence the Florist & Gift Shop & lastly, Johnston the Florist in White Oak and McKeesport. Raised catholic, Margaret became a Eucharistic Minister for St. Michael's Church in Elizabeth for many years and was a very active member with the church outside of the Ministry.
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January 07, 2025 |
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Roland Keith "Rocky" Childers, 60, of Blythedale, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025. He was born April 13, 1964 in Mulvane, KS., and was the son of the late Lee Roy and Edith (Thompson) Childers, Jr. Rocky was a Bartender at WMBU in Blythedale for over 30 years. He is survived by his brothers, Christopher (Sue) Childers of Sutersville and Glenn (George Smith) Childers of Elizabeth Township, special niece, Heather (Todd) Slonecker of Blythedale and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Lee Roy Childers, III., and Greg "Scotty" Childers, and sisters, Cynthia Childers Criswell and Marina Miller. There is no visitation. Services are private. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
January 06, 2025 |
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Esther Marie Murtha, 93, of Keyser, WV, formerly of Boston, passed away Friday, January 3, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Andrew and Barbara (O'Connell) Reinhard. She was the wife of the late Kenneth John Murtha, who passed away July 17, 2010. Esther was a former member of Mary, Mother of God- St. Patrick Church in Christy Park. She enjoyed dancing with her husband at Johnny's in New Eagle. She was also a member of the Elizabeth Township Senior Citizens and the former Ladies Auxillary of Boston Vol. Fire Department. Esther was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, neighbor and friend will be greatly missed.
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January 05, 2025 |
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Terrance O'Patrick "Terry" Coulter, Sr., 68, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025. He was born in McKeesport on May 14, 1956 as the son to the late William and Eleanor (Fenton) Coulter. In 1973, Terry enlisted as a Marine and served for 3 years and obtaining many medals - National Defense Service Medal, Navy Achievement and Meritorious Mast; which is a medal awarded to those whose performance goes beyond the normal duty requirements. He was always so proud to be a Marine. After being honorably discharged in 1976, the rest of his career was devoted to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Banks, where he worked as a general warehouse manager. He also spent his free time building just about anything he could with K'nex. He has a basement full of his creations and a plethora of extras stored away for future projects. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
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January 05, 2025 |
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Gary D. Corey, 64, of Elizabeth Township, after a life of love and exploration, on Saturday January 4th 2025 embarked on his crowning "trip of a lifetime" to heaven. Always ready for the next adventure, Gary was just as comfortable in a cabin at Corey’s corner as he was in the mountains of Montana and Colorado, the rugged frontier of Alaska and Canada, on the sunny shores of Florida and Mexico or in lush green villages of Ireland.
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January 04, 2025 |
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Marlene Rae Durant, 93, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, January 3, 2025. She was born July 25, 1931 in Braddock and was the daughter of the late William and Hannah (McKnight) Buehner. She was the wife of the late Louis Durant who passed away June 22, 2016. They were married for 64 years. She was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church and was a former member of the Boston United Methodist Church for 55 years. Marlene was a Personnel Manager for the former Gimbels in South Hills Village and the former Eastland Mall and was previously a Switchboard Operator for the former Bell Telephone Company. She always had her hair styled and was always well dressed. She was an avid bowler and loved going to her home in Deep Creek, MD. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother and Great-grandmother.
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January 02, 2025 |
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Elmer William Boyle, 70, of White Oak, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2024. Elmer was born September 8, 1954 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Francis X. and Thelma M. (Dolloff) Boyle. Elmer obtained a marketing degree from Robert Morris University. His professional background encompassed commercial sales, small business ownership, and later, property management. He will always be remembered for his appreciation of great food, love of tropical destinations, and an ever inquisitive mind for science. He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Eric) Brownlee; and son, Steven Boyle. A private celebration of Elmer’s life will occur at a later date, determined by family. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
January 02, 2025 |
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Dennis L. Dominick, 73, of White Oak, passed away on Tuesday December 31, 2024. He was born on May 18, 1951 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Louis and Sally (Reveres) Dominick. Dennis was a proud United States Air Force Veteran serving during the time of the Vietnam War. He worked for US Steel as a security guard for 15 years and later was a painter, a job he enjoyed. He was also a member of the American Legion and the 11th Ward Club. He loved oldie music and all Pittsburgh sports. Most of all he loved his family and was especially proud of his son.
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