April 18, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Evelyn Ann Mendt, 75, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2022, at UPMC East Hospital. She was born January 5, 1947, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Edward and Mary Norma Auth of Penn Hills. Evelyn was a faithful member of St. Agnes Catholic Church in North Huntingdon. Lynn was a devoted mother who lovingly raised her children with her late husband, Richard. She enjoyed spending time with her family and traveling. She was a member of the East Suburban Friendship Club, Inc. Surviving are her three children, Susan (Grey) Valenta of Fayetteville, Georgia, Shawn (Nina) Mendt of Wexford, Pennsylvania and Shannon (David) Dalton of Rochester Hills, Michigan. Lynn was a loving grandmother to eight grandchildren, Grayson, Taylor, Kylie, Justin, Delaney, Nicole, Brooke, and Kelsey. Lynn’s death is preceded by her husband Richard Mendt and siblings William Auth, Michael Auth, and Susan Auth. She is also survived by two siblings: Beverley (Larry) Sites, Lesley (David) Fisher, and sisters-in-law Ginny Auth, Deborah Auth and many dearly loved nieces and nephews. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Interment to follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Irwin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 510 Pellis Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 16, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
George Pilipovich of North Huntingdon, PA passed peacefully on the morning of April 16th, 2022 after a hard fought battle with cancer. Born August 9th, 1955 to the late George and Emma Jean (Gongaware) Pilipovich, he was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, and neighbor who enjoyed music, driving his Chevy trucks, quality time with family, and celebrating his Serbian heritage. George was a natural born helper and life- long learner. He was always quick to lend a hand and possessed a deep wealth of knowledge which he imparted on so many (and regularly used to win nightly living room Jeopardy! competitions with his wife and daughter). His knowledge was gained in part by his lifetime of diverse careers and projects including but certainly not limited to machining, volunteer firefighting, and home and automotive handiwork. George is survived by his wife Cindy (Marion) Pilipovich, daughter Pam Pilipovich, sister Penny Pilipovich and partner Bob Campbell, sister Marcy (Pilipovich) and husband Jim Burgess, nephew and godson AJ Bergman, and sister-in-law Linda Proctor. He is proceeded in death by brother Jack Proctor. Friends will be received from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. The family requests that friends and family please wear masks while visiting. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in George’s honor to Family Hospice, part of UPMC, in the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA and/or St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church of Monroeville. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 11, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
M. Grace Lawther, 93, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, April 11, 2022 at home. She was born November 25, 1928 in Jeannette, a daughter of the late George and Mildred (Ritenour) Briggs. Grace was a member of Miller United Methodist Church and enjoyed reading, making plastic canvas crafts and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Lawther, brothers, William and George Briggs, sisters, Sarah Dixon and Stella Anthony. She is survived by her son, William Lawther and his wife, Cathy; daughters, Cynthia Lazar and her husband, John, Amy Pavsek and her husband, Scott; seven grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Miller United Methodist Church, North Versailles, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 11, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kevin E. Tinsley Sr., 48, of Pittsburgh, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2022. He was born December 30, 1973, a son of Cheryl L. DiBiase (Andy) and the late Herold Tinsley. Kevin was a truck driver and enjoyed riding his Harley. He is survived by his wife, Joyce (Bennett) Tinsley; sons, Kevin Jr. (Kayla), John, Zachery (Sami), Liam; daughters, Meegan, Cirra; brothers, Timothy Pugh, Robert DiBiase Jr. (Doug Marciniak), Jason Tinsley (Jennifer); sister, Rebecca Boss (Kyle); numerous grandchildren; mother-in-law, Maureen Toomey; and best friend, Paul Kovac. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 10, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Martin A. Lyons Jr., 82, of North Huntingdon, passed away, Saturday, April 9, 2022 at home. He was born July 14, 1939 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Martin and Margaret Ann (Hugo) Lyons. Prior to his retirement, Martin was a self-employed contractor and a member of St. Agnes Parish. He was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '57 and was part of the McDonalds Breakfast Club Plugger's. He enjoyed riding his quad in the woods, hunting, camping and coon hunting. Marty assisted in canine police dog training and loved spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Michael, brothers, John, Larry and Eugene, and sister, Helen Bouldin. He is survived by his wife, Susan (Morrison) Lyons; sons, Marty (Stephanie Botti); daughters, Beth (Brett) Lyons-Sternburger, Patricia (Logan) Caswell; brothers, Tom, Joseph and Danny Lyons, sisters, Mary Jo Batley, Margie Warden and Cecelia Marie Lyons; grandchildren, Zachary, Shannen (Dustin), Paige (David), Molly, Logan, Delaney, Jillian; and 4 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 Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 07, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Martin “Marty” B. Wood, 64, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at Transitions Healthcare, Washington, PA. He was born January 8, 1958 in McKeesport, a son of the late Samuel and Harriett (Bjornberg) Wood. Martin was an electrical estimator for W.R. Casteel Chapman and CED Mosebach. He was a member of the Life Church, Greensburg and was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School, Class of ’75. He enjoyed skeet shooting, fishing and riding motorcycles. He is survived by his wife, Becky (Crossland) Wood; son, Aaron and his wife, Tracie; daughter, Alicia Walker and her husband, Rasman; grandchildren, Zayden and Gwendolyn. Friends will be received from 2-7 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA, 15642. Funeral service will take place on Monday in the funeral home chapel at 11 a.m. Interment to follow in Irwin Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All But Furgotten. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 06, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
William J. Riley, 87, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully Monday, April 4, 2022. Born February 13, 1935, a son of the late Moral and Alice (Pearson) Riley in McKeesport, he lived every day to the fullest and was a very athletic and proud man. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Evelyn Gross (Eve,) both graduates of McKeesport High School. His children William G (wife Linda), Tamara Brady (husband Thomas of Exton, PA), and Timothy (wife Kathy of Winchester, VA) were the beneficiaries of Bill’s drive to be a fantastic father who worked late into the evenings to be available for play during daylight hours. He loved spending time with his grandchildren; Matthew Soohey, Amanda (Matt) Flamman, Ashley Riley, Allison Riley, Kelsey Riley, Riley Brady, Noah Brady and Brandon Riley. William, an Army veteran, was a wealth manager for Riley Financial Strategies Group, where his oldest son, Bill had the privilege of working with him for 25 years. Bill is also survived by his only brother, Robert (wife Judy) with whom he spent many weekends fishing in Potter County.
Bill was an avid sports fan, especially Pittsburgh sports, as a season ticket holder to the Steelers, Penguins and Pitt Panthers for many years. Him and Evelyn spent many years playing golf with their good friends from Pleasant Valley Country Club and Lincoln Hills, the course where he achieved one of his TWO holes in one (the other was in Sedona, AZ). Him and Eve also spent many days playing tennis with Drennan Heights neighbors. The Drennan community was very tight knit and a neighborhood of weekly picnics and sports contests. Bill and his sons froze the side yard for a hockey rink in the winter months, once even having the fire company stop by to fill the rink. Bill loved travelling with Evelyn, especially to Las Vegas and many golf destinations. Bill truly believed he had a great life and his family got to enjoy his life and those memories will be treasured forever.
Friends will be received from 1-3 & 6-8 p.m. on Saturday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Military honors will be performed at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lee’s Kids, a non-profit that runs Pleasant Valley’s Junior Golf Association, 440 Pleasant Valley Road, Connellsville, PA 15425 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
April 05, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
April 04, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Roberta A. Loucks, 62, of Greensburg, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 4, 2022 at Westmoreland Manor, Greensburg. She was born June 25, 1959 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Roberta was the daughter of the late Raymond and Elsie (Hilbert) Heeney. She was a 1978 graduate of Hempfield Area High School and a member of Our Lady of Grace Church, Greensburg. Prior to her retirement, Roberta was a nurse’s aide at Edgewood Nursing Center. She enjoyed volunteering for the Salvation Army and bowling in her spare time. She was a loving and devoted mother, sister, and aunt. Roberta is survived by her loving children Krystina Peoples (Jeremy), Samantha Neiderhiser (Zachary), and Zachary Loucks; brother Patrick Heeney (Lynn); sisters Deborah Bachman (Clark), Dr. Christine Pluto (Eugene); grandchildren, Myah, Emilia, Kasen, Jaxson; numerous nieces and nephews; and grandpup, Axle. A memorial service will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday April 9, 2022 at Valley Brethren Church, 308 Mountain View Road, Donegal, PA 15628. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in memory of Roberta. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntington, PA 15642 is in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 04, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Charles R. Frischolz, 70, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022 at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born July 16, 1951 in McKeesport, a son of the late William and Thelma (Long) Frischolz. Prior to his retirement, Chuck worked for Interstate Battery. He was a member of Circleville United Methodist Church and a life member of Hartford Heights VFD. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, William Frischolz. He is survived by his daughter, Casey Frischolz; brothers, Richard (Joyce), Jack (Lynn); sisters, Deborah (William) Traill, Kathy (Mark) Lord; special friend, Joyce; and former wife, Christine Frischolz. Friends will be received from 2-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Thursday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hartford Heights VFD. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 04, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
David Iwinski Jr., 60, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, April 3, 2022 at UPMC East, Monroeville. He was born October 15, 1961 in Jeannette, a son of the late David and Eleanor (Badzgon) Iwinski. David was the managing director for Blue Water Growth. He was a member of the Duquesne Club, White Oak Gun Club and Centre County Manor Camp, and loved his dogs, Charley, Sam, Emmy, Lucas and Bernie. He is survived by his wife, Melissa (Tan) Iwinski; children, Kessara and Aaron; brother, Tom (Leah) Iwinski; sister, Dianne (Frank) Delbene; nieces and nephews, Nicole, Mario, Jacob and Joseph. Friends will be received from 1-6 p.m. on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642, A funeral service will follow at 6 p.m. Dinner in The Lodge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ASPCA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 29, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Grace Eileen Bindas, 79, of North Huntingdon, passed away surrounded by her loving family on March 28, 2022. Affectionately known as Dirdle, she was born on February 13, 1943 in Raysal, WV, before moving to Clairton, PA. Grace graduated from Clairton High School in 1961. In Clairton, Grace met her loving husband, Johnny at just 16 years old. Grace and Johnny married on November 9, 1963. The two were the loves of each others' lives. She proudly worked at the University of Pittsburgh as an administrative assistant in Pulmonary Medicine and then retired from the University's School of Medicine. Grace enjoyed hosting Sunday family dinners, planting flowers, shopping, sewing, traveling with her AARP group, visiting her daughter in Massachusetts, meeting friends for lunch, munching on potato chips and surprising her loved ones with goodies ordered through QVC. Above all, Grace thrived on the love of her family. In her later years, Grace cherished returning to Raysal with family, taking the long, winding country roads back to the "holler" to see her birthplace. Grace is preceded in death by her parents, Juan and Emma Grueso, and her two brothers, Emilio and Manuel Grueso. Dirdle's surviving loved ones include her husband, John of 58 years; children, Karen Sarge, John (Bonnie) Bindas, and Beth (Doug) Vernon; sister, Marie Warren; grandchildren, Rachael, Jakob, Noah, Morgan, Joshua; and her four-legged grand puppies, along with several nieces and nephews. Services are private. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642.
The family would like to express their sincerest gratitude to all of the doctors and nurses at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital who treated Grace like a member of their own families. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 29, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Richard L. Bruce Sr., 72, of West Newton, passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022 at Mon Valley Hospital. He was born January 11, 1950 in McKeesport, a son of the late Edward and Minerva (Williams) Bruce. Prior to his retirement, Richard was an home improvement salesman and a veteran of the US Army having served during Vietnam. He was a graduate of Norwin Senior High School Class of '68 and a drummer in "The Ravons". He was a Beatles fan, enjoyed watching movies and loved his dog, "Buddy". In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Bruce. He is survived by his son, Richard (Julie) Bruce Jr.; daughters, Cindy Bruce, Jennifer (Harry) Lalor, Andrea (David) Sidun; brother, Jimmy Bruce; grandchildren, Landon, Davanee, Kennedy, Paige, Holly and Dylan; and his best friend, Marc Muryn. A memorial service will be held at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642 Thursday at 6:00 P.M. with Pastor Frank Rocco officiating. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 27, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Karen E. Campion, 58, of North Huntingdon passed away Friday, March 25, 2022 at her home. She was born July 27, 1963 in Pittsburgh, daughter of the late William J. and Eleanor (Landsperger) Pletcher St. Clair. Prior to her retirement, Karen was a French teacher for Bethel Park School District. She enjoyed traveling all over the world and trips to Disney World, and was very active in the local communities through Facebook. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald M. Campion; and brother-in-law, Victor Van Allen. She is survived by her daughters, Marie Gillespie and her husband, Bradley, Eva Campion (Michael Babilya); stepson, Roland Campion and his wife, Colleen; sister, Donna Van Allen; grandchildren, Kelly and Owen; several nieces and nephews; canine companions, Ivy, Mindy and Pepper; and feline companion, Holly. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. Additional viewings on Wednesday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and the funeral service will follow at 11:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Brush Creek Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 26, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robb Joseph Guyer entered his eternal resting place Thursday, March 24, 2022 at the age of 50. He was at home surrounded by family and friends. Born December 7, 1971 in McKeesport, son of Robert W. Guyer and the late Jane E. (Lyle) Guyer. Robb was a Senior Software Engineer for Chameleon Software LLC. In Pittsburgh. He was a devoted Catholic and faithful member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in
North Huntingdon where he served as cantor, was part of the Seton Men’s Group, and volunteered his
time in various church activities. Robb played trombone for the Penn Trafford Community Band, Jazz
Warriors and the Trombone Ensemble. He was also an assistant Cub Master for Scouts of America Pack
201 Trafford/Level Green. He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Pamela S. (Coberly) Guyer, son,
Ethan S. Guyer, and sister, Laura A. Guyer. Family and friends will be received from 2-4pm and 6-8pm
on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass
of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Robb will be
laid to rest in New St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, North Versailles, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family
requests contributions for Ethan’s college fund.
