December 21, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Karen J. Clark, 77, of Hahntown, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022. She was born June 23, 1945 in Monongahela, a daughter of the late Daniel and Jean Kessler. Prior to her retirement, Karen worked for Fisher Body in security and production. She was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, enjoyed listening to music, especially Elvis Presley, visiting the casinos and playing the lottery. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Brown. She is survived by her life partner, Jamel Solomon; son, James Clark; daughter, Angela Souarit and her husband, Sonny, and Robin Lender; grandchildren, Michael, Tyler, Robert, Riley, Randy, Erin, Autumn, Dylan, Dallys; and five great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery, McKeesport, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 18, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Charlotte Cecelia (Renda) Pivarnik, age 79 of North Huntingdon died peacefully December 17, 2022 at Forbes Hospital. She was born February 23, 1943 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Bruno and Ethel Vargo Renda. She was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, a stay at home mom, a homemaker and a PTA mother until she was 41 years old. She attended computer school where she completed certification. She worked at Mellon bank until retiring. She was the beloved wife of Steven M. Pivarnik for 56 years.; cherished mother of two amazing children, Jeff Pivarnik and Jamie Pivarnik (wife Renee). Also survived by the LOVES OF HER LIFE, her two precious grandchildren, Mason and Maddox. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two brother in laws, George and Richard Pivarnik, and her three sister in laws, Jackie Pivarnik, Vicky Pivarnik and Jo Ellen Renda. She is survived by her only brother, Rick Renda (Peg) and several nieces and nephews as well as many friends. Charlotte loved family, fine dinners, hot weather , dancing with her husband and enjoying time with friends. She was well known member of the Norwin community and was loved by all, Visitation will be held at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Tues 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. A Blessing service will be held Wednesday at 9 a.m. in the funeral home chapel followed by entombment at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park Mausoleum. Memorials may be made to the White Oak Animal Shelter. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
December 09, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Andrea Taylor, 69, of Larimer died December 9, 2022. She was born July 29, 1953 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Edward and Sarah Leger Taylor . Andrea was a member of Immaculate Conception Church where she sang in the choir. She was formerly employed as a cook for LaDonna's Restaurant and a cashier at Shop and Save. She is survived by her brother, Edward, sister, LeNore Byers, nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday 3-7. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
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December 07, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Magdalene Tretinik, 97, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Golden Heights Personal Care Home. She was born October 7, 1925, a daughter of the late Stephen and Anna Tretinik. Prior to her retirement, Magdalene worked for Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory. She was a member of St. Mary's Byzantine Church in Herminie and enjoyed gardening. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Sara Nagy. Magdalene is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Brush Creek Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 06, 2022 |
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December 02, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Anna Yuhasz Nee, 101, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at Juniper Village, Forest Hills, PA. She was born December 3, 1920 in Glen Jean, WV, a daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Kish) Yuhasz. Prior to her retirement, Anna was a bank teller for Mellon Bank and was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, James Nee; brother Julius Yuhasz; sisters, Margaret Petruska and Rose Whittinghill; and much loved and special niece, Margaret Ann Zeher. She is survived by her nieces, Rosalie Vojtas, Kathleen Sczepanski and Teresa (Ted) Jacob; numerous great, great-great, and great-great-great nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2-8 p.m. on Friday, December 9, 2022 at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 8:30 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church or a charity of your choice. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 01, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Dennis C. Jarrett, age 69 of North Versailles died December 1, 2022 at UPMC East. He was born September 14, 1953 in McKeesport, a son of Caroline Batten Jarrett and the late Donald Jarrett. Prior to his retirement, Dennis was employed as a welder . In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother James. He is survived by two brothers, Randi and Terry. There will be no public visitation. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
December 01, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Thomas R. Pinge, 90 of North Huntingdon died December 1, 2022 at home. He was born June 23, 1932 in Braddock, a son of the late Ralph and Elizabeth Baker Pinge. Tom was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. He was a veteran of the Korean War having served in the U.S. Army, member of American Legion Post 359 in Irwin. Prior to his retirement he was employed by Edgar Thompson Works in Braddock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Mary, a brother George, two sisters Viola Zugaro and Ruth Morley. He is survived by two daughters, Lisa Ann Zydel and her husband Glen and Mary Hartz, three grandchildren, Zachary Zydel, Frank Hartz and Megan Rodriguez. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Monday 5-8 p.m.. A graveside service with military honors will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Please go directly to the cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Legion , Irwin. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
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November 23, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Albert Herbert McMillion, 72, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at his home. He was born November 6, 1950 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Arnold and Mary Elizabeth (Trischler) McMillion. Prior to his retirement, Albert was a driver for various companies and a veteran of the US Army during the Vietnam Era. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, WWE wrestling and Hallmark movies, spending time with his grandchildren and was known to be a great jokester. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia (Adams) McMillion; sons, Eric (Christine), Allen (Erin); daughters, Jennie McMillion (Joseph Mulholland), Roxann McMillion, Kariann Nicola, Jamie (David) Bruce, Stacey McMillion; brother, William D. (Wendy); and 14 grandchildren. There will be no visitation. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 22, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Jane Molina, 91, of Rillton, passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at the Grove. She was born April 9, 1931 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Frank and Anna (Viehl) Molina. Prior to her retirement, Mary was a manager for the DiCesare-Engler and enjoyed gardening, sewing and socializing with her friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Earl H. Molina and his wife, Theresa. She is survived by her brother, Robert Molina; niece, Jacqueline Siegel and her husband, Donald; and great-nieces, Nicole and Christine. Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the funeral home. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 20, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Elizabeth "Liz" C. McLaughlin, 59 of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, November 19, 2022 at home. She was born April 1, 1963 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late George and Rhoda (Simpson) McLaughlin. Liz was a homemaker and enjoyed swimming, cookouts with her family and loved her cats. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, James; brothers, George, Arthur, Herman, Allan, Thomas and Frank; sisters, Angie Dulkis and Rhoda Grimm. She is survived by her son, Arthur David and his wife, Jessie; sisters, Rebecca (Bruce) Grimm and Janie (John) Guthrie. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Bigley Family Cemetery, Coulter, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bigley Family Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 18, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Luke Stankovich, 84, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, November 18, 2022 at Kane Regional Nursing Center, Pittsburgh, PA. He was born February 6, 1938 in Duquesne, a son of the late Luke and Mara (Vignejvich) Stankovich. Prior to his retirement, Luke was a civil engineer. He was a veteran of the US Air Force and a member of St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, McKeesport. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, George; sisters, Melva, Dolores and Bess. He is survived by his sister, Nellie Jones; and nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 18, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Michael A. Schmidt, 60, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, November 17, 2022 at his home surrounded by family and friends. He was born April 23, 1962 in McKeesport, a son of the late Elmer and Margaret (Swanson) Ference and was adopted and raised by the late Henry and Helen (Ference) Schmidt. Michael was a retired Lt. Colonel of the US Air Force and throughout his life he was successful in the banking industry. He was a graduate of McKeesport High School Class of 1980 and earned a bachelor’s degree in business from Robert Morris University. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin, a Pittsburgh sports enthusiast and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Ference; and sister, Dolores Swauger. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Virginia "Ginger" (Walsh) Schmidt; sons, Michael and his wife, Lisa; Steven and his fiance, Miranda; sister, Barbara (Gene) Chrise; grandchildren, Landon, Tenley and Brooks; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, and 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin. Interment to follow in Mt. Vernon Cemetery, McKeesport. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or ALS Association. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 17, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Lois Elaine McGivern of New Kensington, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2022. She was born on July 4, 1964 in Pittsburgh, PA. She was a daughter of the late Joseph W. Bridges and Audrey Louise (Waldron) Bridges. Lois was a 1982 graduate of Norwin Sr. High School and worked in the mortgage industry for several years. She enjoyed spending summers in Ohiopyle, celebrating every Fourth of July with friends and fireworks and being with her adored cat, Nina. She is preceded in death by her sister, Carol L. Magnus, brother, John Bridges, and her daughter Elena’s father, Edward Koncerak. She is survived by her two daughters, Elena Bridges and Briana McGivern; loving grandchildren, Oliver, Audrey and Gwendolyn; brothers, Joseph and Jim; partner, Mark Johnson; and former husband, Jim McGivern. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Saturday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Sunday at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 12, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Karen J. Cardiff, 70, of North Huntingdon, peacefully met her Lord and Savior, Friday, November 11, 2022, at home with her family. Karen was the high school sweetheart and loving wife of 53 years to Ken J. Cardiff. Born in Monessen, PA she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Helen (Szewczyk) Krausa. Prior to retirement she was employed at Express Scripts where she took pride in her work and treasured her close friends, many of whom she loved even into her last days. Karen had many passions in her life, among them was her love to cook. She never missed the chance to feed the company she hosted particularly on holidays, and you would never leave her home without taking something with you. Taking those leftovers came at a price however, and you would most certainly never forget about that Tupperware container. In addition to her love of being a homemaker, her biggest passion in life was her commitment to serve Jesus Christ. Karen was a former member of Faith Bible and Grace Baptist churches and a current member of Heritage Baptist Church in Jeanette. She is undoubtedly responsible for pointing many souls to the Lord through her evangelism over the years. She never passed up an opportunity to share the gift of salvation with others and never missed a chance to sit down on the living room couch with the friends of her children to tell them about Jesus. Through her many years in the church, she served in various youth ministries and loved to sing praise as a member of the choir. Second only to her commitment to God, was her commitment to family. What brought Karen “Nana” the most joy was being a Mom to her 5 children and a Nana to 16 grandchildren.
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