February 07, 2022 |
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Richard "Rich" Maley, 66, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at home surrounded by his family. He was born March 27, 1955 in McKeesport and was the son of the late William and Dorothy Mae (Herb) Maley. Rich was a 1973 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and was the former President of TICO Electric, Inc. He was a member of IBEW Local # 5, F & AM Duquesne-McKeesport Lodge # 731, Royal Order of Jesters Court # 2, the Syria Shrine, the National Electrical Contractors Association, and the Buena Vista, Elizabeth, & Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Companies. Rich was also on the Elizabeth Township K-9 committee. He was a former President of the McKeesport Rotary Club and Scout Master for Troop 99 in Mt Vernon. Rich always enjoyed entertaining as he had a love for cooking, especially at Steeler game tailgates. He made many memories with friends while hunting and traveling on motorcycles or his favorite toy, the Polaris Sling Slot. Whether he was performing a magic trick or telling a joke, he always made sure you had a good time.
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February 07, 2022 |
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Connie Ann Stiffy, 72, of Donora passed away Sunday, February 6, 2022. She was born June 16, 1949 in Monessen, and is the daughter of the late Raymond and Vivian (Digrazia) Kereston. Connie was a graduate of the Belle Vernon Area High School in 1967 and an active member in the Miracle Ridge Baptist Church for many years. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Jeffrey D. Stiffy, of Donora; sons, Raymond Dale (Christine) Stiffy, of Charleroi, Jason Allen (Tina Callen) Stiffy, of Charleroi, Michael David (Ellen Turner) Stiffy, of Donora; brothers, Ronald and Donald Kereston; and grandchildren, Sarah Stiffy, Samantha Callen, and Marissa Stiffy. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
February 06, 2022 |
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Byron Handra, Jr., 75, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, February 4, 2022. He was born February 12, 1946 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Charles B. and Edith (Biddle) Handra. Byron was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Corpus Christi Church in McKeesport, and also a member of R.O.M.E.O.S. He graduated McKeesport High School in 1964 and the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science Degree. He was a retired Technical Manager at the Bettis Atomic Laboratory and was an Active Responder at the Three Mile Island Accident in 1979. Byron was a US Navy Vietnam Veteran serving as a proud member of the Seawolves HA(L)-3. For his service he received the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. He loved his family and lived for his grandchildren that made him so proud. Byron loved to vacation with his family in Ocean City, NJ.
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February 03, 2022 |
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John William Cox, 67, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2022. He was born March 4, 1954 in McKeesport and was the son of the late William and Veronica "Vern" (Topolnak) Cox. John was retired from the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and had previously worked for US Steel Duqesne Works. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Leslie Jo (Moffat) Cox, children, Ashley Cox Speegle, Jamie Cox Toth, Jessie Cox (the late Jacob) Trickett and John "Jake" Cox of Elizabeth Township, and Suellen Cox Trickett of New Alexandria, grandchildren, Mara and Beckett Speegle, Ryan, Natalie, Jacob and Harley Trickett, Ricky Bates, and Noah and Abby Toth. He was preceded in death by his sister, Debbie Cox Tkach. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by 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
February 02, 2022 |
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William E. Barnocky, 94, of Port Vue passed away Friday, January 28, 2022. He was born February 12, 1927 in Port Vue and is the son of the late Joseph J. and Anna (Bartko) Barnocky. He was the husband of 66 years to the late Margaret J. (Winter) Barnocky, who passed away in 2018. William graduated from McKeesport Vocational High School and joined the US Army during WW2. Afterwards, he worked for two different Mills as a laborer; Kelsey-Hayes Wheel Co. and Teledyne Firth Sterling. He is a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Eugene's, which used to be known as St. Mark's in Port Vue. He enjoyed trips to the casino, but mostly Atlantic City.
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January 31, 2022 |
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Jennifer Bachman Wentroble, 50, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, January 28, 2022. She was born October 2, 1971 and is the daughter of Patricia (Sharp) Hoffman and James Hoffman of Elizabeth Township, and Francis Bachman of Imperial. Jennifer attended Indiana University of PA and Penn State McKeesport, completing her nursing degree at Community College of Allegheny County to become a Registered Nurse. Jennifer had been employed at Kane Regional Center McKeesport, where she was a dedicated, caring nurse, and a part of the wound team. Jen was also a Pediatric Nurse working for years at Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh and later as a specialty nurse for children needing long-term care. Jennifer loved being a nurse. To both patients and friends, Jennifer was a caring, compassionate, funny and giving person. She was a skilled rock climber, overcoming her fear of heights and a shoulder injury. She was passionate about protecting the environment and loved to take her two dogs on long walks through the woods. Jen enjoyed working at the Vintage Grand Prix with her dad, making potato haluski during lent with her grandma, mom and the church ladies at St. Max, and treating the family to her potato and cheese pierogies on Christmas Eve.
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January 31, 2022 |
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Anita (Schmidt) Cavanaugh, 89, of Elizabeth passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022. She was born November 3, 1932 in Büdingen, Germany and is the daughter of the late Wilhelm and Lina (Metz) Schmidt. She is the wife to the late Harry Cavanaugh, who passed away in 2002. She is survived by her sons, William "Bill" Cavanaugh, of Elizabeth, and James "Jim" (Beth) Cavanaugh, of Houston, PA, and grandchildren, Karl, Breanna, Daniel, Brian, and Steven. In addition her parents and husband, Anita is preceded in death by her sons, Karl "Heinz," and Daniel "Dan" Cavanaugh, and her sister, Marie Kiel. Friends are welcome Wednesday, February 2, 2022 from 2-4 pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Funeral Service will immediately follow in the Funeral Home Chapel at 4pm. The Rev. Paul Walter will officiate. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
January 30, 2022 |
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Joseph E. Koscevic, 73, of Glassport passed away Friday, January 28, 2022. He was born August 28, 1948 in New Castle and was the son of the late Joseph and Marion (Fair) Koscevic. He is a member at Club 22 in Glassport, and he loved camping and fishing. He loved his "camp family," and spent a lot of time in New Alexandria at Miller's Campground. He is survived by his daughters, Leslie Boots of Alabama, and Stacey Suladie, of New Castle, son, Joseph J. (Nicole) Koscevic, of Glassport, step-son, Kenneth Russell, of Glassport, sisters, Beverly Fulton, of Cory, PA, Cynthia Barnes, of New Castle, and Trudy Qwait, of New Castle, significant other, Vicki Long, of Glassport, and many other family, friends and loved ones. There is no visitation. 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 28, 2022 |
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William "Bill" C. Craig, 74, of Greenock, formerly of McKeesport, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022. He was born August 27, 1947 in McKeesport and was the son of the late William H. and Alice "Jane" (Luehm) Craig. Bill was a second generation Funeral Director and was owner of the William H. Craig Funeral Home in McKeesport which was founded by his father in 1946. He was a member of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, Kiwanis, MARS, and Rainbow Fire Co. He was also a McKeesport Housing Authority Board Member. Bill and his late father were owners of the former American Ambulance Service in McKeesport. Bill was very involved with International Village in the 1970s. He graduated Miami-Dade College with a degree in Mortuary Science.
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January 27, 2022 |
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Ronald Allen "Ron or Ronnie" Harbert, 63, of McKeesport, passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2022. He was born April 26, 1958 in McKeesport and was is the son of the late James Perry and Margaret "Peggy" Louise (Gallaway) Harbert. After high school, he obtained an Associates degree in Addiction Studies. Ron held many construction positions during his career, which led him to become a very skilled laborer. Now a Veteran, Ronnie was very proud to be able to serve his country in the Army.
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January 27, 2022 |
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Anthony Joseph Eremia, 96, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at home. He was born July 21, 1925 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Eugene and Antoinette (Tripoli) Eremia. Anthony was the husband of 56 years to the late Frances (Merinello) Eremia, who passed away in 2005. He was a US Army WWII Veteran, and for his service he received 2 Purple Hearts, The Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, The Good Conduct Medal, The European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal and was also a POW. He would go on to work for the former US Steel National Tube Works for 35 years and retired as a pipe inspector. He was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Worship Site. Anthony enjoyed painting and was a good provider for his family. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by son, Michael A. (Tammy) Eremia of North Huntingdon, daughter-in-law, Lisa Eremia of North Huntingdon, grandchildren, Nichole, Danny, Gena and Jamie, great-grandchildren, Cameron, Easton, Sativa and Willow, as well as nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his son, Eugene A. Eremia and sister, Frances. There is no visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at Mary, Mother of God - St. Angela Worship Site, 1640 Fawcett Ave, White Oak, (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH). Entombment with military honors will follow at McKeesport and Versailles Cemetery. 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 shared at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
January 26, 2022 |
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Patricia Jaycox Shaw, 96, of Mount Vernon, passed away peacefully at home on January 24, 2022. She was born March 17, 1925 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late H. Melvin Jaycox and Agatha (Volk) Jaycox. She was the wife of the late Dayne Shaw who passed away March 8, 2008. Patricia was a member of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church and was a former member of the McKeesport Hospital Junior Committee, McKeesport College Club, and the Twentieth Century Club. She was a graduate of Chatham University. She is survived by her children, Tricia Shaw Warren (Steve) and Rebecca Shaw McHolme (Stan Stein), grandchildren, Margaret Warren, Dayne Warren (Britni Kress), Caird McHolme (Katie), and Molly Watterworth (Blake), great-grandchildren, Dayne, Ellis, and Jaime Watterworth and Isla McHolme, niece, Dayna Sear (Shawn), nephew, Christian Shaw (Shannon) and beloved friends and caretakers.
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January 26, 2022 |
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Edwin David Ruffing, 77 of Versailles, passed away Monday, January 24, 2022. He is enjoying the "High Life" (again). Son of the late William L. and Elizabeth "Betty" (Fleckenstien) Ruffing. Ed grew up along Route 48 in Boston. That was where his strong work ethic began, working in his family's farm. While attending Glassport High School, he set bowling pins in McKeesport, often walking both to and from in all weather. After graduation, Ed began working in the Steel Industry as a crane operator among many other positions at both National Tube and Tygart Steel until having to choose one mill. It was at Tygart that Ed became union president. It was at this time he also began working as a laborer and apprentice for masonry. He found this to be his true passion. He loved to build and create with brick, block, stone or concrete. His numerous masonry works can be found not only locally but in other states as well. He "lived to work and worked to live," always taking pride in what he created. Ed always said, "I'll be gone but my work lives forever." Homes, garages, apartments, businesses, you name it-he built it and loved doing it. In spite of the physical demands he continued to work. Ed's other passion was traveling. His fun free spirit led him hitchhiking across the states, while young, and there weren't many he missed. Although he hunted the mountains of Colorado and Pennsylvania, it was the ocean that held his heart. He loved vacations in Florida, especially the Florida Keys, and Key West with Amy and his dogs, Snuggles and Cocoa.
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January 26, 2022 |
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Johann N. Franciscus, 83, of White Oak, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022. She was born October 26, 1938 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Thomas and Catherine (Johnson) Spratt. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Michael's and was a part of Christian Mothers, Lifespan, and Red Hats. She worked for McDonald's as a crew member where she retired from in 1997. On June 14, 1958, Johann married the love of her life, James J. Franciscus, Sr.
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January 25, 2022 |
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Edward G. Faulk, 94, of Elizabeth Township, peacefully passed on Saturday, January 22, 2022. He was born March 6, 1927, in Yukon, PA and was the son of John and Louise (McKasky) Faulk. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 66 years, Trudy (Rozinsky) Faulk. Ed leaves two sons: Gregory, and wife, Rebecca (Miller) Faulk, of Ligonier, and Karl, and his wife, Jeannie (Grace) Faulk, of Bradenton, Florida. He also leaves his sister, Teresa Vukmanic, of Washington, PA. As well as being a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, Ed was a gifted and passionate musician and teacher. He taught in the McKeesport Area School District for many years and also shared his passion with others giving private music lessons. He provided entertainment for weddings, dances, and parties throughout southwestern Pennsylvania playing piano in the Del-Ray Quartet and the Frankie Carole Band. Ed shared many happy memories from his childhood including working in the family grocery store, taking accordion lessons, and competitively racing pigeons throughout the Tri State Area.
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