September 16, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Frederick "Freddy" Joseph Bodnar, Jr., 54, of West Newton died Monday, September 12, 2016 at home. He was born December 13, 1961 in McKeesport and was the son of Gertrude Elizabeth House Bodnar of Elizabeth Township and the late Frederick Bodnar, Sr. Freddy was an avid fisherman and was a jack of all trades. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Monica Jentz, sons, Joseph and Jason Bodnar, 4 grandchildren, sister, Sharon Hallas, and brother, Vince Bodnar.
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September 11, 2016 |
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Eileen Moxham Ohota Galeza, 93, of Elizabeth Township, died peacefully with her beloved Judy by her side on Saturday, September 10, 2016. She was born June 5, 1923 in Preston, Lancashire, England and was the daughter of the late Ernest B. and Rose Ann Holt Moxham. She was wife of the late Stanley C. Galeza and Milton Ohota. Eileen was a member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Elizabeth Township Historical Society, White Oak Legion Post 701, White Oak Legion Memorial Association, and the McKeesport Hospital School of Nursing Alumni.
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September 10, 2016 |
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Eleanor "Lennie" Karap, 86, of Columbus, OH, formerly of White Oak, died Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at home. She was born April 23, 1930 in Belle Vernon and was the daughter of the late John and Jennie Levandowski Badock. She was the wife of the late John Paul Karap who died April 13, 2010. She was a member of St. Angela Merici Catholic Church in White Oak and had worked for Rite Aid Pharmacy in McKeesport and White Oak.
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September 10, 2016 |
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Tanea Danette Kunf Potter, 50, of McKeesport, formerly of Buena Vista, died Friday September 9, 2016 at home after 4 years of an incredible, courageous battle with cancer. She has gone to her heavenly home. Tanea was born April 22, 1966 in McKeesport and is remembered as a loving daughter to Charles (Butch) and Judith Kunf of Kure Beach, NC. Tanea is the beloved mother of Virginia Lee Quiggle, Kristal Lynn (Derek) Johnson , Cara Ann Quiggle, Heather Dannette Quiggle, and Laurabelle Cole. She is the sister of Laura Lee (David) Kendziora of Kure Beach, NC., Karen (Cotton) Davenport of Elizabeth Township, and Kimberley (Wayne) Werkmeister of West Mifflin.
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September 08, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Frederick Anthony Auretto, 79, of Elizabeth Township, died Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at home. He was born August 18, 1937 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Samuel and Louise Macri Auretto. He was a member of St. Michael Parish in Elizabeth Township and was a US Army Veteran. He was a retired Personnel Administrator for McKeesport Hospital and was also a Property Assessor for Allegheny County. He had also worked for Fort Pitt Steel Casting. He is survived by his wife, Sue Ann Brookhouser Auretto, daughters, Gina Auretto (Kip) Kennemur of Birmingham, AL, Cristina Auretto of Elizabeth Township and Danielle Auretto (Tracy Willcox) of Woodstock, NY, grandsons, Nicholas, Zachary, and Jared Kennemur, nieces and nephews.
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September 06, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dorothy Alice "Effie" Paterra, 89, of McKeesport, passed away Saturday, September 3, 2016. She was born October 8, 1926 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John Wilson and the Late Naomi Barlow Caldwell. She was the wife of the late Augostina "Gus" Paterra who died January 12, 2009. Dorothy was a member of St. Patrick Church in Christy Park and the Crimson Boosters Auxiliary.
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September 06, 2016 |
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Anna Todd, 82, of Port Vue, died Sunday, September 4, 2016. She was born October 19, 1933 in Port Vue and was the daughter of the late Andrej and Anna Novotniak Vojtko. She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Christy Park and the former Saint Martin DePorres Parish, Ladies of Charity, Rosary Society and Christian Mothers. In addition, Anna was a member of the McKeesport Heritage Center, Renzie Park Seniors, McKeesport Little Theater, McKeesport Symphony Pops Auxiliary and the McKeesport Hospital Foundation.
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September 06, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Barry J. Stoltz, 74, of Liberty Borough, died Friday, September 2, 2016. He was born September 24, 1941 in Jeanette and was the son of the late Orville and Madeline Madyke Stoltz. He was a member of St. Mark Parish in Liberty and was an avid HAM Operator. He is survived by his wife, Mona Lee Joll Stoltz, sons, Barry (Renee) Stoltz of Bethel Park and Paul Stoltz of West Mifflin, step-sons, Rick and Ray Pierce of Elizabeth, Roby Pierce of Pittsburgh, and Cliff (Michelle) Pierce of Glassport, step-daughters, Renae Pierce of Glassport and Rona (Richard) Long of Homestead, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nephews.
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September 03, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Sherry Ann Jarmon, 53, of Sutersville, peacefully passed away, Thursday, September 1, 2016 at home. She was surrounded by her husband, Joe and daughter, Angelena and other family and friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at Junebugs, Sutersville at 3 PM.
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August 29, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary Jane Rhoades, 90, of Elizabeth Township, died Sunday, August 28, 2016 at home. She was born November 28, 1925 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Clarence and Elizabeth Gilchrist Blank. She was wife of the late William H. Rhoades who died October 1, 2008. She is survived by her son, William L. (Mary) Rhoades of Jefferson Hills, and daughters, Janet L. Cheeseman and Sharon (Robert) Shelton of Elizabeth Township, grandchildren, Thomas (Danielle) Rhoades of Buena Vista, Jennifer (Greg) Rudzke of Ruffsdale, Tina (James) Kasardo of Elizabeth Township, Matthew (Deneeya) Wall of Scott Township, great-grandchildren, Gabriel Kasardo, Matthew and Maxwell Wall, Garrett and Jeffrey Rudzke, and Dakota Rhoades, and a niece, Sue Ann Eicker of Greenock.
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August 26, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Charles D. "Charlie" Witzell, 85, of Elizabeth Township, formerly of West Mifflin, died Thursday, August 25, 2016. He was born March 9, 1931 in Duquesne and was the son of the late Charles D. and Mary Koribanic Witzell. He was retired from the US Army Corps of Engineers and was a US Navy Veteran. He enjoyed bowling and golfing. Affectionately known as "Uncle Bud", he is survived by nieces, Michele (Daniel) Trovato, Cynthia A. (George) Myers, and Susan (Frank) Pajkurich, nephew, Michael (Paul) Chiaverini, great-nieces, great nephews, a great-great-niece and a great-great-nephew.
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August 12, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Lois C. Wall, 90, of Elizabeth Township, died Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at home. She was born August 4, 1926 in Glassport and was the daughter of the late Harry and Anna Roth. She was the wife of the late John W. Wall. Lois was a member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Greenock, Lifespan and the Clairton AARP. She was retired from the J.C. Penney Company. She is survived by her granddaughter, Kelly Stoffa of Elizabeth Township.
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August 12, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dr. Joseph Anthony Mollura, “Dr. Joe”, 60, of Elizabeth Township, died Monday, August 8, 2016. He was born May 23, 1956 in Tuckahoe, NY, and was the son of the late Joseph and Lucille Mollura. Dr. Mollura grew up outside of New York City where he grew a love for the game of baseball and the New York Yankees. He studied Biology at Fordham University where he met his wife, Maria, and went on to pursue his career in medicine.
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August 05, 2016 |
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Verda Donaldson, 91, formerly of Mt. Vernon, passed away at Friday, July 29, 2016 at Country Meadows of Leader Heights in York, Pennsylvania. She was born December 20, 1924 and was the daughter of the late Martin and Mary Alice Spiker Frederick. Verda was the widow of the late Kenneth Donaldson. She is survived by her two Daughters plus many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
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August 03, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Craig David Godula, 63, of North Versailles, died Wednesday, August 3, 2016. He was born June 29, 1953 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Steven and Esther Davis Godula. He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Samuel, Jr.) Trusso of North Versailles, nieces and nephews.
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