February 01, 2023 |
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John Trovato, 64, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2022, with his wife of 35 years, Pat, by his side. He was born August 30, 1958, in Wilkinsburg to the late Salvatore Daniel Trovato, Sr., and the late Leona Catherine (Kropczynski) Trovato. "Handyman John", as he was known to many, was there to help whenever a friend or family member called. On the weekends you could find him fishing, putzing around the house, or wearing his favorite Crimson Tide Red or Steelers Black and Gold. His jokes were legendary, and often inappropriate, but he didn't care as long as you were laughing. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. John served in the US Army and spent his career in the auto industry as a mechanic and claims administrator; making friends while living in Baltimore, Atlanta, and (his favorite) Helena, Alabama where he loved the heat and race day at Talladega. John was a 1976 graduate of Norwin High School and was also a graduate of the Westmoreland County Technical School.
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February 01, 2023 |
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Norma J. Lawton Jones, 82, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 30, 2023 at McKeesport Hospital. She was born November 25, 1940 in Industry, PA to the late Henry Ludwick, Sr., and the late Anna (Gramlich) Ludwick. She was a graduate of Elizabeth Forward School District. After 27 years of service in various positions at McKeesport Hospital, she retired and worked as a cashier for the Shop 'n Save in Rostraver. Norma enjoyed her trips to the casinos with her cousin/friend/sister, Margaret Ann Cant, of Versailles, but her greatest memories that she treasured was time well spent with family; especially her grandchildren.
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January 31, 2023 |
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Paul Richard MacPherson, Sr., 65, of Liberty Borough, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023. He was born August 3, 1957 in McKeesport and was the son of the late John Charles MacPherson Jr. and the late Sue Anne (Parkins)MacPherson Spahr. He was a member of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church, where he was an Elder and sang in the church choir. He was also a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers and the former Boston Fire Company. He was President of "Friends of Mount Vernon Cemetery". Paul was a Computer Systems Engineer for Dell Inc.
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January 28, 2023 |
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Gary Robert Andres, Sr., 72, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023. He was born July 1, 1950 in McKeesport and was the son to the late Andrew George and Lulu Mae (Terry) Andres. Gary worked for various HVAC Companies as a technician and installer, but also had his own business on the side as a Tractor Mechanic for many people around the area. He shared a hunting camp with his brothers and spent a lot of time hunting and fishing. He enjoyed taking rides on his motorcycles, and as he got older, he became a real good classic car enthusiast. Cruising around town or refurbishing old classics, he was always on the hunt for different makes & models to fix.
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January 27, 2023 |
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Giovanni "John" Mannarino, 73, of Boston, passed away Thursday, January 26. 2023 at home surrounded by his family. He was born August 17, 1949 in Crotone, Italy and was the son of the late Francesco and Elisabetta (Ierardi) Mannarino. John was a member of Saint Nicholas of Myra Byzantine Catholic Church, McKeesport. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins fan and had previously coached soccer at East Allegheny High School. John had worked numerous jobs throughout his life, including a concrete laborer and in stock at Giant Eagle in White Oak. He will be greatly missed.
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January 24, 2023 |
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John C. Oswald, 82, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Pitcairn, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023. He was born July 7, 1940 in New York, New York and was the son of the late George D. and Marion (Kelley) Oswald. John worked for over thirty plus years for HUD. He attended The Pitcairn Assembly of God and formerly attended the Pitcairn United Methodist Church. He was a Mason and a retired member of The Pitcairn Fire Department #1. He met his wife of 64 years in Dunmore, PA and went on to have 3 children, 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren together. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and was an avid Pittsburgh Panthers and college football fan. He will be greatly missed.
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January 23, 2023 |
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Karlee Paige (Wilhelm) McDermitt, 26, of Bethel Park, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 22, 1996 in Greensburg and grew up in Blythedale. She is survived by her husband, Arthur “Artie” McDermitt, of Bethel Park; parents, John and Kathy (Keddie)Wilhelm of Elizabeth Township; brother, John Wilhelm of Corpus Christi, TX., sisters, Katelyn (Jordan McKelvey) Wilhelm and Katrinia Wilhelm of Elizabeth Township and Kayla (Brendan) Batchelor of Chagrin Falls, OH. She was also aunt of Declan, Bri, John Jr., and Maddie; and great aunt to Finan. Karlee graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School before attending Slippery Rock University where she met the love of her life, Artie. While Artie served in the US Army, Karlee supported and awaited his safe return home. The two were married September 18, 2021 and celebrated alongside their family and friends. Karlee loved to travel, was generous with her time and a spirited woman. She loved animals, especially their dogs Tanner (who is waiting for her), Hank and Katie, both of whom were a great comfort to her in the last year. Her family and friends will love and remember her always.
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January 23, 2023 |
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Susan Lacey, 62, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023. She was born May 9, 1960 and is the daughter of the late Andrew and Emma (Banko) Paskan. She was raised in Sutersville and graduated from Sewickley High School, now known as the Yough School District. She was a dedicated wife to the late Gregory C. Lacey before his passing in 2017. Susan was also a Home Caretaker at the Mt. Vernon of Elizabeth Nursing Home. She is survived by her four sons, Gregory C. Lacey II of Sutersville, Nicholas G. (Alisha) Lacey of Glassport, Tyler M. Lacey and Rory S. Lacey, both of Elizabeth; grand-daughter, Skylar Lacey; her brother, Daniel Paskan, and her nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Susan is preceded in death by her brother, John Paskan. All services are private. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Elizabeth Township, PA 15135. (412) 751-5000, Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
January 20, 2023 |
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Alison (Jill) Zora, 89, of McKeesport, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away at the Palms at O'Neil Personal Care Home on Wednesday, January 18th, 2023. Alison (Jill) was born in Bootle, England on November 23, 1933 and is the daughter to the late Donald and Lillian McKinlay. She met her husband, American g.i., William Zora while he was stationed at Buttonwood Air Force Base, and they got married in 1953 in England. After coming to the United States Alison (Jill) was a stay home housewife and mother. Alison (Jill) and William had 2 children, Eugene and Tammy. In the early 70' s she decided to join the workforce. She worked 3 Rivers Bank, Wayne Weil Carpeting, and Sears. After retiring from Sears, she started to travel on many adventures with her children. She then got an appetite for cruises; traveling to Alaska, Spain, France, Italy and most of the Mediterranean Islands. She had a very strong spirit, a mind of her own, and a great sense of adventure until recently when the illnesses took its toll. She loved her family, her grand-kitties, gambling, Reese's peanut butter cups, and Ben and Jerry's ice cream; Cherries Garcia flavor.
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January 20, 2023 |
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Betty Lois Heath, 94, of Greenock, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at home. She was born June 28, 1928 in Jacobs Creek and was the daughter of the late Edward and Kathleen (Lancaster) Malone. She was the wife of the late Harry F. Heath who passed away February 4, 2010. They were married for 64 years. Betty was a faithful member of the Greenock United Methodist Church and was a former member of the Elizabeth Township Senior Citizens and the Greenock Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. She worked the former Immel's in Eastland Shopping Center and had retired from the former McKeesport YMCA Camp Soles.
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January 16, 2023 |
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Glenn Albert Peterson, 94, of McKeesport, passed away Monday, January 16, 2023 to be reunited with his late wife and daughter. He was born July 7, 1928 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Albert and Ethel May (Sykes) Peterson. Glenn was the husband of the late Loretta L. (Heath) Peterson who passed away in 1972. He was a US ARMY Veteran and served during the Korean War as a Corporal in Japan. Glenn was a hardworking individual, who worked for US Steel in McKeesport from 1947 until 1983, where he retired as a production supervisor. He went on to work part time after his retirement for AC Nielson for several years to keep himself busy. He also enjoyed playing golf, dancing and going on vacations. Glenn was known for his big heart, politeness, kindness, responsibility for his family, and integrity. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.
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January 15, 2023 |
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Dream Dior'LaNae Jackson, was born and passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 in Pittsburgh.
She is survived by her mother, Jolaya M. McCrone; father, Treymere D. Jackson; grandparents, Osa Robinson, Joseph McCrone, Dionne Jackson and Shawn Townsend, Sr.; great-grandparents, Debra Robinson, Dewayne Allen, and Edna Chaffin; aunts and uncles, Tamara Petty, Shawn Petty, Rashelle Muhammad, Joseph Griffiths, Johnisha Jackson, China Jackson, Thatcher Jackson, Shawn Townsend, Jr., Lorenzo Townsend, Natae Townsend and Leah Walker; and extended family and friends.
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January 14, 2023 |
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Stephanie Louise Koroly, 79, of Greenock, passed away Friday, January 13, 2023. She was born October 5, 1943 in Pennsboro, West Virginia and is the daughter to the late Steve Playso and the late Iva (Harter) Playso Faith. She was the wife to the late Edward Koroly, who passed away September 7, 1992. Stephanie worked as a Home Care Nurse for several years on top of being a dedicated housewife. She was also a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. She is survived by her son, Michael Koroly of Glassport; daughter, Renee Koroly of McKeesport; sisters, Vern (the late Leo) Piotrowski, Jacqueline (Steve) Bell, Linda (Terry) Wieprecht, and Annie Szerensci; and many nieces & nephews. Friends are welcome Tuesday, January 17, 2023 from 2-4 & 6-8pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000, Drew J. Gilbert, director. Funeral service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 8pm. Bill Maize officiating. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
January 13, 2023 |
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Michele "Shelly" Marie Dusi, 59, of Clairton, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023. She was born October 27, 1963 in Monongahela and was the daughter of the Mary Ann (Williams) Martin of Mount Vernon and the late George William Martin, Sr. Shelly was a School Bus Driver and had previously worked for Jefferson Memorial Park in Pleasant Hills. She was a 1981 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, William C. Dusi, brother, George Martin Jr., sister, Debra Crouch and nieces and nephews. There is no visitation. Private inurnment will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Monongahela. 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 13, 2023 |
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Dorothy Alice Come, 87, of Mount Vernon, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born April 20, 1935 in Elizabeth and was the daughter of the late Noland and Sara (Dave) Messner. She was the wife of the late Alfred L. Come who passed away October 17, 2003. Dorothy was a member of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church, and the PSEA. She was a retired School Teacher for the Elizabeth Forward School District with 39 years of service. She was a graduate of West Newton High School and the Indiana State Teachers College. She was a member and Past President of the Mount Vernon Youth Association and the former McKeesport Novel Club. She was also a Lay Minister for several area churches.
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