May 09, 2022 |
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Ronald Russell Pope, 83, of Liberty Borough, passed away Monday, May 2, 2022. He was born March 7, 1939 in Port Vue and was the son of the late Joseph Benjamin and Stella Margaret (Gavron) Pope. Ronald was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Eugene Worship Site in Liberty and was retired from WABTECH which was formerly WABCO. He is survived by wife, Mary Ann (Benish) Pope, daughters, Cheri (Stephen) Tedrick and Debra (James) Stripsky of Christy Park, sister, Carol (John) Rock of Michigan, sister-in-law, Jean Pope of Christy Park, grandchildren, Brenda (Matthew) Salcedo, Joyce (Christian) Crabtree, Lauren Tedrick, and Alex and Erik Stripsky, great-grandchildren, Michaela and Charlotte Salcedo and Celine Crabtree, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Stephen Pope who passed away February 28, 2017 and his brother, Harold Pope. Visitation and funeral service were held Wednesday, May 4, 2022 in the chapel of the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township.(412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Private inurnment will be at the Mount Vernon Cemetery, Garden Mausoleum, Elizabeth Township. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
May 08, 2022 |
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Fern Martinelli, 91, of McKeesport passed away Saturday, May 7, 2022. She was born October 27, 1930 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Raymond and Clara (Walters) Markham. She was the wife to the late Russell R. Martinelli, who passed away July 13, 1965. Fern worked many years for Continental Can in the cafeteria and eventually into the factory. She then worked for McKeesport Hospital as a Hospital Escort from 1976-1992. She loved taking trips to the casino with her sister and she was an extremely involved and loving mother.
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May 07, 2022 |
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Ruth L. Krise, 92, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, May 6, 2022. She was born October 31, 1929 at home in Buena Vista and was the daughter of the late Alvin C. and Mary (Cummock) Lord. She was the wife of the late Paul D. Krise, Sr., who passed away June 15, 2012. They were married for 63 years. Ruth was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church and was retired from the McKeesport Post Office after 17 years of service.
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May 07, 2022 |
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Nira Lorraine Philburn, 66, of Elizabeth, passed away Monday, May 2, 2022. She was born July 12, 1955 in McKeesport and was the daughter to the late Leroy Houser and Irene (Brownfield) Knicely. She was a 1973 graduate of Elizabeth Forward. Nira was a lifelong member of the Girl Scouts USA, Boy Scouts and also a member of the Boston Fire Company Lady's Auxiliary. She retired from the Elizabeth Forward School District as a Custodial Supervisor after working there for many years.
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May 05, 2022 |
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Dean William Marsh, 70, of Trafford passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2022. He was born July 13, 1951 in McKeesport and was the son to the late Warren Dean and Catherine E. (Campbell) Marsh. Dean worked for US Steel through an apprenticeship program and worked his way up to a Journeyman Electrician. After, he worked for Prudential as an Investment & Insurance Consultant.
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May 04, 2022 |
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William S. "Bill" Butler, 91, of Greensburg passed away Monday, May 2, 2022. He was born October 5, 1930 in McKeesport and was the son to the late William Thomas and Margaret (McCulley) Butler. A 1951 graduate of McKeesport Vocational School, he became a certified machinist by trade and worked at Teledyne for 30 years before transferring to Kennametal in Latrobe for 10 years. Bill served in the Army during the Korean War and was Honorably Discharged. He was a long time member of the Holy Trinity Church and after closing, he became a member at St. Patrick's Church. On July 22, 1953 Bill married the love of his life, Marlene T. (Buzek) Butler, and passed away just two months shy of their 69th wedding anniversary. Bill was an avid golfer, and bowler and was a part of many leagues through the years. He was also a member of the Croatian Fraternal Lodge #146 and of the 11th Ward Social Club. He was a handyman, always building and "I can fix it" was his answer to anything that needed done.
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May 03, 2022 |
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Jeffrey J. Hoagland, 67, of McKeesport, passed away Monday, May 2, 2022. He was born May 28, 1954 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Glenn and Mary Louise (Lundie) Hoagland. He was a US Navy veteran and a proud 1972 graduate of McKeesport High School. Jeffrey graduated from CCAC South in West Mifflin and went on to work in The Coronary Care Unit and later as a Health Care Expeditor for UPMC Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Debra A. (Gobel) Hoagland, sons, Christopher (Stephanie) Hoagland of Export, Jeremy Hoagland, and Joseph Hoagland both of McKeesport, a granddaughter, sisters, Marcia (Joe) Lust and Joy (Shawn) Bilak, as well as aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Mark Hoagland and sister, Barbara King. Friends are welcome on Thursday, May 5, 2022, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director. A Blessing Service will be held in the funeral home chapel following visitation at 4:00 pm with Deacon Dale DiSanto, officiating. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
April 28, 2022 |
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Sandra L. "Sandy" McBride, 79, of White Oak, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2022. She was born December 12, 1942 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Ella V. (Bash) Victor and the late George F. Victor, Sr. Sandy was the wife of William A. McBride, Sr., who passed away March 18, 2004. She worked as a waitress for many years for the Yougiogheny Country Club and was a member of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church, both of Elizabeth Twp. She was former President of The Mount Vernon Women's Youth Organization and was also a member of the bowling league of the former Colonial Lanes in Elizabeth. She also enjoyed crocheting.
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April 27, 2022 |
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Phillip G. Miltenberger, 66, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2022. He was born August 18, 1955 in South Bend, IN, and was the son of Martha (Melling) Miltenberger Ortega of South Bend, IN, and the late Gene O. Miltenberger. Phillip was a member of the Sisters of the Divine Redeemer in Elizabeth Township and the Buena Vista Vol. Fire Co. He was a retired IT Security Specialist for PNC Bank and was a US Navy Veteran. Phillip was a graduate of Clay High School in South Bend, IN. He is survived by his wife, Irene "Renee" (Rendulic) Miltenberger, sons, Scott Alexander Miltenberger of Morgantown, WV and Robert Matthew Miltenberger of Norfolk, VA, sister, Christine Stock of Dawson Springs, KY, brothers, Paul (Pam) Miltenberger of South Bend, IN, and John (Terra) Miltenberger of Northern VA, and nieces and nephews.
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April 18, 2022 |
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Virginia J. Zdobinski, 87, of Penn Hills, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022 at home. She was born December 9, 1934 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Joseph Cancroy and the late Anna (the late Paul) Gallippie Miller. Virginia was a graduate of Westinghouse High School and a member of Christ the Divine Shepherd- St. Bernadette Church in Monroeville. She loved her family and her beloved white shepherd, Motley. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Richard Zdobinski; daughters, Deborah A. (John) Fox, Cindy J. Estock and Diane A. (James) Samstag; grandchildren, Amber (Brandon) Kotouch, Brian Estock, Cory Estock, Josh Samstag and Jess Samstag; and great-grandson, Roman Kotouch.
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April 15, 2022 |
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Jeffrey Lyn Spishock, 65, of Boston, lost his courageous fight with cancer on Thursday, April 14, 2022 at home surrounded by his family. He was born November 2, 1956 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Stephen "Steve" and Mary Elizabeth (Capner) Spishock. Jeff worked for Comptec in Irwin. He was a 1974 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. He loved traveling, sports and music. An avid Fantasy Football Player "The Outlaw" was a twelve time Jagoff League Champion. An independent man, Jeff walked his path of life with courage, and compassion.
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April 13, 2022 |
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Evelyn Marie "Evie" Fichera, 70, of West Mifflin passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2022. She was born June 19, 1951 in McKeesport and was the daughter the late John and Florence (Sweeney) Ruggier. Evie was a member of the Holy Spirit Church in West Mifflin and gave much of her time coordinating & managing events for the West Mifflin #3 Volunteer Fire Department. She was also a housekeeper at McKeesport Hospital, but most importantly, she was a wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend.
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April 06, 2022 |
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Richard James Prailey, 82, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022. He was born March 21, 1940 in Boston and was the son of the late John and Rose (DiMatti) Prailey. He attended Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Township, and was a member of the National Corvette Restorers Society. He was also a member and past president of the Versailles Lion's Club. Rich was the former proprietor of Prailey's Auto Body in Versailles which is now operated by his son Scott Prailey. He enjoyed his family and was very active in his business and loved mentoring future technicians. He was very competitive in tennis, loved tinkering with and showing his classic cars, and wintering in Florida.
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April 03, 2022 |
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Jean Kathryn Schmidt, 95, of West Newton, formerly of Frank, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022. She was born April 14, 1926 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Harry E. and Jesse (Wood) Way. She was the wife of the late Richard J. Schmidt who passed away February 9, 2004. Jean was a member, organist and pianist at the former First Baptist Church of Frank. She was also organist at the former Bell Chapel in Buena Vista. She was retired from the Elizabeth Forward School District.
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March 31, 2022 |
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Leonard Michael "Len" Moffa, 55, of Elizabeth Township passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2022 surrounded by family. He was born January 27, 1967 in McKeesport and was the son of the late LeRoy and Nancy Rae (Weber) Moffa. Lenny attended the Gospel Alliance Church & the Round Hill Presbyterian Church. He attended the University of Pitt and obtained a Bachelors of Science in Engineering and went to work as an Engineer at Chromalox for 30+ years. Lenny was an amazing selfless father and husband. He was humble, kind, knowledgeable and very wise. He was a gentle quiet spirit and he loved his family more than anything.
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