April 18, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Ellen Sulesky, age 80, of North Huntingdon, passed away on April 17, 2024, at her home. She was born on February 20, 1944, in West Elizabeth, a daughter of the late Joseph Edwin and Mary Jane Bickerton Williams. Mary Ellen was a social member of the Norwin VFW Post 781. In addition to her parents, Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Alexander "Jake" Sulesky, seven brothers, Edwin, Bob, Ross, Emerson, Larry, Harry "Little Joe" and Charlie Williams, three sisters Donna, Bonnie Rae and Sylvia "Peachie". She is survived by one son, Brian Williams, and granddaughters, Samatha Castine, Alle and Autumn WIlliams, great granddaughter Mary Jane Castine, daughter-in-law Ruth Hollister Williams, brother Gary Williams, sisters Betty Jane Coltogirone (Don), and Marlene Campbell, three stepchildren David, Cathy and Don. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA, on Sunday from 10AM to 2PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of her niece, Nikki Hofmeister, to Prevent Suicide PA., www.preventsuicidepa.org. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 18, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Martha Krznaric, age 95 of Hahntown, Irwin died April 18, 2024, at her home. She was born July 8, 1928, in Irwin. Martha was a member of the Calvary Assembly of God Church. She enjoyed word search puzzles and games shows including Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Krznaric. She is survived by three sons, Joseph, Rich and his wife Sally, and Jerry Krznaric, three grandchildren, Jesse Krznaric, Kristi Olney (Chris), Kacey Burge (Levi), four great grandchildren, Daisy, Everett, Iris and Nina. There will be no visitation. Arrangements by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
April 15, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patricia M. Cipra, age 88 of North Huntingdon, passed away on April 14, 2024 at Westmoreland Hospital. She was born on December 29, 1935 in Meyersdale, a daughter of the late Paul and Elsie Mae Smith Shoemaker. Pat was a long time member of Ardara Evangelical Presbyterian Church, and always looked forward to Sunday services. She enjoyed her role as a homemaker and loved to spend time with her family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Pat also looked forward to long Sunday drives with her children, especially to Erie. In addition to her parents, Pat was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William, and her sister Pauline Gaydos. She is survived by her sons, Ken Cipra (Lori), Bill Cipra (Kelly), daughter Susan Lawson (Terry), grandchildren Erin Broadwater (Bob), Clint Lawson (Sallie), Kenny Cipra, Alexa Cipra, Carolyn Lindsey (John), and great grandchildren Landen, Mya, Jax, Clinton, and Christian. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike North Huntingdon PA, on Tuesday from 6-8 P.M. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. A funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Thursday at 11 A.M., with interment to follow in Long Run Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ardara Evangelical Presbyterian Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 13, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Constance "Connie" Neal, 66 of Irwin, passed away April 10, 2024, in the care of loved ones. Connie graduated from Norwin High School with the "Class of 75". She worked at Jeannette Glass, Oakbrook Corp. and retired from the Salvation Army Store in North Huntingdon. Connie loved fishing, boating and being in the mountains. She enjoyed tending to her vegetable and flower gardens, and feeding the birds. Connie had an eye for antiques and classic cars. Above all, she loved being a grandma. Connie was preceded in death by her beloved husband Michael Neal, mother Constance (Trump) Nicholson, and brother Jerry Faroux. She is survived by her daughter Regina Neal, son Jesse Neal and his wife Ashley, brothers John Lopez and Perry Lopez, sister Vickie Lemley, and grandchildren Marshall and Avery. There will be no visitation. Arrangements by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 12, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Howard Grove was born on October 31, 1931, to James Grove and Hazel Carson Grove in Pittsburgh. He graduated from Peabody High School and Duquesne University. Howard is survived by his beloved wife Nora (Strunk) Grove, to whom he was married for 62 years, children John Grove and Janet Miller (Donald), three grandchildren DJ Miller and Callie and Carson Grove. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Rev. James Grove and John Grove. Howard served during the Korean War and attained the rank of Sergeant. He worked for Westinghouse in the nuclear division for 41 years as a planning engineer. After retiring, Howard worked for the Norwin School District and D&G Auto Auction. He was an active Christian, having served on many church boards. He was a current member of the Alliance Church in North Huntingdon and belonged to their Keenager group. Howard was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was a former Vice President of the White Oak Rod and Gun Club, and former Trap Team and Skeet Shooter. He also belonged to the Rosedale Gun Club where he was a Pistol Team Member. Howard served as an Assistant Scout Master and was awarded the Scout Order of the Arrow. Friends will be received on Sunday from 2-6 P.M. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA. A funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Monday at 11 A.M. with interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Wounded Warriors Project, Topeka, Kansas. Love Never Fails. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 11, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Judith A. Evans, 76, of North Huntingdon, departed this earth April 11, 2024. She was born June 10, 1947 in Mckeesport and was the youngest of six children and the only girl to the late John Elmer and Viola Rosetta (Bookamer) Evans. In her youth she was an accomplished gymnast, training locally at Turner’s Gym nearly qualifying for the US Olympic Team in 1968. Until recently, Judy ran her own successful business having to retire for health reasons. She is survived by her daughters, Kristin Carlson of Penn Trafford, Kate (Jason) Zavacky of White Oak, brother Thomas (Diane) Evans of Port Vue, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Kirk Carlson, former spouse Michael A. Carlson, and brothers Jack Arnold Evans, William E. Evans, James Douglas Evans, and Robert Bruce Evans. She will be remembered for bringing an energy to everything she did. Judy would like you to cherish all the good times you shared together. There will be no public visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
April 10, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ronald A. Minnich, age 67 of North Huntingdon, passed away on April 9, 2024, at his home. He was born in Wilkinsburg on April 8, 1957, a son of the late Joseph and Helen Mazur Minnich. Ron was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Irwin, and a graduate of East Allegheny High School. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a delivery driver for FedEx. Above all, Ron was a family man. He always looked forward to watching his grandchildren compete in baseball, softball, wrestling, and karate. Ron also loved to fish and attend car shows. In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his brother Stevie Minnich. He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Christine, son Ron (Natalie) Minnich, daughter Kourtney McGonigle (Brian), brothers Tim (Sue) Minnich, Michael (Carol) Minnich, sister Vicki Slepsky (Barry), and grandchildren Slater, Asher, Ava, and Anthony. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA, on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. A funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Saturday at 10 A.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Amyloidosis Foundation at www.amyloidosis.org. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 06, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John J. Lubinski, 89, beloved husband, father and grandfather, of Harrison City, formerly of North Huntingdon and Uniontown, died peacefully Friday, April 5, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born September 20, 1934, in Westmoreland City, a son of the late John and Elizabeth (Gubanich) Lubinski. Before moving to Uniontown, John was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Prior to his retirement, he was employed at the Duquesne Club in Pittsburgh for 30 years and achieved his goal of becoming the Managing Executive Chef. He was a Certified Executive Chef and a member of the American Academy of Chefs and the culinary organization The Honorable Order of the Golden Toque. He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing cards and fishing when he retired and was a member of several sportsman clubs. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother James Lubinski. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Marjorie (Katchur); three children John, Lynn (Richard) Allison, Karen (George) Martin; grandchildren Jason (Crystal) Melkon, Britney (Nick) Napolitano and Gracie Martin; great grandchildren Roman and Sophia Napolitano; sisters Betty Jane Lubinski and Marlene (John) Moore. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Monday from 2-4 P.M, 6-8 P.M.. A funeral mass will be held Tuesday at 11:00 A.M at St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
April 05, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Raymond A. McGowan, age 80, of North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on April 4, 2024. He was born in Pittsburgh on September 14, 1943, the Son of the late Sara and Charles McGowan. He was the beloved Husband for 30 years of Camille Burke-White McGowan; loving father of Mark (Anne) McGowan, Craig (Shannon) McGowan, Tara (David) Heidenreich, and JoLynn (Jason) Janosko; Grandpap of Connor and Ian McGowan, Elijah, Ezra, and Ava Heidenreich and Anna, Wyatt, Sophia, and Levi Janosko. He is preceded in death by sister and brother-in-law Mary Virginia and John Logue, brother and sister-in-law Thomas and Lillian McGowan, sister-in-law Jean McGowan, and sister-in-law Irene McGowan. He is survived by brothers and sisters-in-law Paul McGowan (Margaret), Phil McGowan, Edwin McGowan, Patrick McGowan (Micheleann), and numerous nieces, nephews, and his first wife, Lynn Alms. Raymond served in the United States Army prior to being honorably discharged as a veteran of the Vietnam War. He graduated from Duquesne University and worked in the heavy highway field for the majority of his career. He was a member of the Teamsters Local 341 Union. Some projects he worked on include the Mon Valley Expressway and Pittsburgh International Airport. Raymond also enjoyed traveling. Some of his most memorable trips include: a 2017 trip to Coeur d'Alene, Iowa to view the eclipse, Serengeti Africa with his sons, Australia, and many trips to Europe. Raymond was a joy to be around, with an easy-going nature and a deep sense of happiness derived from the company of his extensive family. He delighted in both their presence and in sharing and celebrating their many accomplishments. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA, on Sunday, April 14 from 2-6 P.M. and Monday, April 15 from 3-8 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place in St. Agnes Church on Tuesday, April 16 at 10 A.M. with Interment to follow in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. The family would like to thank Bridges Hospice for their care and compassion shown to Raymond and his loved ones over the past four months. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 03, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Adam John Bilinsky, age 19 of North Huntingdon, passed away on Sunday, March 31 2024. He was born in Pittsburgh on January 4, 2005, a son of Alan and Kim Stern Bilinsky. Adam attended Norwin High School and he was currently enrolled in CCA, from where he was scheduled to graduate in June. He was a member of St. Angela Merici Church in White Oak. Adam loved riding quads and dirt bikes, he enjoyed fishing, playing video games, and cherished his time spent with friends. Adam was a former member of cub scout pack 270 and boy scout Troup 284 and was an avid kayaker. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents John and Elvira Bilinsky, uncle & godfather Darrell Stern, and uncle Randy Bilinsky. In addition to his parents, Adam is survived by his brother Iris, sister Amelia, maternal grandparents Peggy and Darrell Stern, aunt & godmother Patty Stern, aunt and uncle Sherry and Mike Esasky, aunt Lea Stern and numerous additional great aunts, uncles, and cousins. Friends will be received from 2-8 P.M. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 1:30 P.M. on Saturday at St. Angela Merici Church in White Oak. Burial will take place in Bigley Family Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Adam's honor may be made to White Oak Animal Safe Haven. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 02, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Hilda M. Youngerman, age 81 of North Huntingdon, passed away on April 1, 2024 at RNC Greensburg. She was born on March 20, 1943 in Duquesne, a daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Newcomb Brown. Hilda enjoyed knitting and looked forward to playing bingo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Ken Youngerman, son Ken Youngerman Jr., and daughters Lisa, Amy, and Jennifer. Hilda is survived by her brother Ray Brown (Helen) and sister, Mary Simpson (Mark). There will be no public visitation. Burial will take place in Long Run Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 01, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Judah Lee Pace, infant son of Nathan and Amy Eichelberger Pace, died Friday, March 29, 2024 at UPMC Magee Hospital. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother Leon, maternal grandparents, Steve and Laureen Eichelberger, paternal grandparents, Steve and Brenda Pace, maternal great grandparents, Frank and Jan Eichelberger, paternal great grandmother, Carol Pace, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Services will be private. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangments. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Emma's footprints. www.emmasfootprints.com
April 01, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Paul Dzikiy, age 73 of North Huntingdon died March 29, 2024 at his home. He was born December 26, 1950 in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late Paul and Elizabeth Ortciger Dzikiy. Paul was a graduate of Edinboro University and attended Pitt and Penn State to further his education. He was a hard working, loving father who enjoyed sports. Growing up he played both baseball and basketball. Additional hobbies included bird hunting, fishing, golf and billiards. Prior to his retirement in 2009 Paul was employed by the East Allegheny School District. He taught 6th grade at Westinghouse and Title One Math at Green Valley School. He is survived by three daughters, Heather Fisherowski (Rich), Stefani Wasil (Ralph) Lindsy Garner (Jason), one brother Keith Dzikiy (Tina), four sisters, Betty Hughes (Charlie), Barb Doust (Rob), Paula Bradley (Ray), Karen Harvey (Dave), 2 grandchildren, Evelyn Wasil, Olivia Garner , numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no public visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
March 28, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Pat Ritter, 85 of North Huntingdon, died March 27, 2024 at Redstone Highlands, North Huntingdon. She was born February 11, 1939 in East Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Alfred and Mary Novak Sherman. Pat was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, North Huntingdon. Prior to her retirement, she and her husband, were the owners of Shop N Save , West Mifflin. She was an avid golfer, enjoyed cooking and was a wonderful mother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel, a brother, Al Sherman, a sister Gerry Legette. She is survived by one son, Daniel Ritter, four daughters, Kathleen Carlon (Tim), Patricia Kuster (Bill), Carol Duffy (Bob) Barbara Algeri (Ron), grandchildren, Shannon Faulhaber (Andrew), Natalie Bello (Joe), Brian Ross (Hannah), Lacey Ritter, Dan Ritter (Julia), Kylie Ritter, Will Kuster (Alyssa), Nicholas Kuster, Bridgette Kuster, Lauren Duffy, Rob Duffy, Aiden Duffy, Megan Algeri, Brittany Algeri, 4 great grandchildren, Estella, Elias, Arlo and , Amelia, Friends will be received on Friday from 3-8. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa 15642. In light of holy week, a catholic blessing service will be held at 10 A.M. in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
March 27, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Harry D. Cramer, 91 of North Versailles died March 24, 2024, in William Penn Care Center. He was born January 17, 1933, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late David E. and Evelyn Moore Cramer. Prior to his retirement, Harry was employed as a Seargent for the Allegheny County Sherriffs Department. He was a veteran having served in the Korean War with the United States Marines. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Jean Cramer and a brother, David C. Cramer. He is survived by four sons, Don Cramer (Donna), David Robert "Bob" Cramer, Jeff Linamen and Lee Linamen (Crystal), two grandchildren, Tamra and Deanna, four great grandchildren, Jake, Levi, Tessley and Shay. Services are private. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery, North Versailles. www. shirleyfuneralhome.com.
