November 05, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patricia L. Haddock, 84, of Sutersville, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital. She was born, January 5, 1937 in Gratztown, a daughter of the late Walter and Margaret (George) Farmer. Patricia was a member of Calvin Presbyterian Church, and enjoyed cooking, bird watching, spending time with her grandchildren and was an animal lover. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert, Gary and Walter Farmer; and sister, Shirley Schwab. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, William Haddock; sons, William (Ferne), Eugene, and Rodney (Robin); brother, Eugene (Louise ) Farmer; sisters, Helen (Gary) DeBarr, Donna (Robert) Farkas; grandchildren, Jessica (Chuck) Henson, Lucas Haddock, Derek (Erin) Haddock, Chelsea (Jonny) Blair, Kaitlin (Connor) Proctor, Dylan Haddock, Evan Haddock, Olivia Haddock; and nine great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in West Newton Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 04, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Lowell T. Greene, 81 of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born June 12, 1940 in Lenoir, North Carolina a son of the late John and Vonnie Sturgill Greene. Prior to his retirement, Lowell was employed as a trouble shooter by Verizon. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, a member of North Huntingdon VFW Post 781, Jacktown Ride and Hunt Club and was an avid golfer.
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November 04, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Christina “Chrissy” Bocan, May 15, 1974-November 1, 2021. Chrissy Bocan was a powerful free spirit that valued her loved ones above all else. She was passionate about doing the right thing, helping those in need, and embracing life fully. Chrissy is survived by her mother, Anita Bocan, of North Huntingdon, PA, her brother Mike Bocan of Mt. Pleasant, PA, her son Hudson Fairclough-Stewart, of Concord, NH, her boyfriend David Fresch of North Huntingdon, PA, and countless loving friends, as well as her cousins, uncles, and aunts. She was preceded in death by her father George Bocan.
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November 02, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Richard J. Gracik, 79, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021 at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville. He was born, December 25, 1941 in Bronx, New York, a son of the late Joseph and Catherine (Krupa) Gracik. Prior to his retirement, Richard was a steelworker for Bethlehem Steel. He was a member of Calvary Church, Irwin and loved going shopping, cooking, caring for his wife and feeding the deer in his yard. He is survived by his wife, Vera R. Diehl Beuten-Gracik; stepson, Jim Beuten and his wife, Cheryl; stepdaughter, Kathleen Kline and her husband, Harry; brothers, Vincent, David and Tom Gracik; grandchildren, Katie (David) Kikel, Jaclyn Beuten, Elizabeth (Kurt) Schmidt, Presley Rose and Oakley James Schmidt. Friends will be received on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A memorial service will follow in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 25, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Susan J. Amicone, 72, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. She was born, January 24, 1949 in Maryland, a daughter of the late Richard and Iris (Negri) Potter. Prior to her retirement, Susan was a secretary for various businesses and was a member of Son Rise Church, Latrobe. She enjoyed oil painting, vacationing, helping others and was an animal lover. She is survived by her husband, Lewis Amicone; sons, Lewis Amicone III and his wife, Susie, Eric Amicone; sister, Evone Myers and her husband, Michael; grandchildren, Sean, Scott, Nathan, Deric, Lily, Sam and Emma; niece, Michelle; and nephews, Matthew and Timothy. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday in the funeral home chapel. Entombment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to White Oak Animal Shelter. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
October 25, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Vincent F. Mandella, 79, of Irwin, passed away with his wife by his side, Sunday, October 24, 2021 in UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born July 22, 1942 in McKeesport, a son of the late Joseph and Rose (Siwiec) Mandella. Prior to his retirement, Vince was a journeyman electrician for IBEW Local 5 with 55 years of service and an officer of the Local 5. He was a member of St. Edward Parish, Herminie, the American Legion Pool League and Jacktown Ride & Hunt Club. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, playing golf, and hunting and fishing. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Rita Hudson. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Carol Ann (Prout) Mandella; son, Jim Mandella and his wife, Martina "Tina"; daughter, Denise Bell and her husband, Michael; brother, Joseph (Eileen) Mandella; grandchildren, Martina "Marti", Nicholas, Brandon and Addison "Addi". Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Edward Church, Herminie. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, N. Versailles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Kidney Association. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 23, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Linda Keenan, 64, of Greensburg, passed away Friday, October 22, 2021 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born, August 17, 1957 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Reid and JoAnne (Giles) Keenan. Prior to her retirement, Linda worked as a cook for various health care facilities. She enjoyed cooking, the company of her three dogs and loved spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Marissa Shipley, and brother, Kevin Keenan, She is survived by her sons, James and Mike; daughters, Jennifer Keenan, Jessica Smith and her husband, Daniel; brother, James Keenan; sisters, Kim Rosensteel and her husband, Ken, Cheryl Oliver; and grandchildren, Cameron, Hunter, Alexa, Delaney, Tyler, Jersey, Brea, Bailey, Michael, Noah and Landen. Friends will be received from 2-6 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
October 20, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kevin W. Miller, 66, of Jeannette, moved to Heaven, on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. He was born, December 16, 1954 in Greensburg, son of William Miller and the late Patricia (Spahr) Miller. Prior to his retirement, Kevin worked for Miller's Cash Feed in McKeesport and later drove truck for Craft Transportation. He was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School and enjoyed shooting pool and throwing Darts at the Wendell Club. He is survived by his son, Craig Miller and his wife, Claudia; daughters, Cindy Senica and Chrissy Mautino; brother, Kenneth (Denise) Miller; sister, Nadine (Frank) Haelle; grandchildren, Kristian, Alejandra, Sierra, Blair; and former wife, Lenore. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
October 16, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John David Wisniewski Jr., 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at UPMC East, Monroeville. He was born, April 16, 1938 in Braddock, a son of the late John and Verna Wisniewski. Prior to his retirement, John was a millwright and built generators for Westinghouse Electric. He was a veteran of the US Army, a member of St. Agnes Parish, enjoyed hunting and fishing, loved taking trips to the casinos and especially liked spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Bernie, Thomas and Robert; sisters, Sissy Wisniewski and Lucille Martchak. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara (Everett) Wisniewski; sons, David M. and John T; daughter, Theresa L. Wisniewski; grandchildren, Emily Marie, John Thomas Jr., Abby Rose; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday in St. Agnes Church. Interment to follow in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 15, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kevin W. Knox, 61, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at UPMC East, Monroeville. He was born January 9, 1960 in McKeesport, a son of the late Walter and Dolores Knox. Kevin was the assistant manager at Norwin Towne Square Shop 'n Save. He was a drummer in the U-Betz Band and enjoyed music and playing video games. He is survived by his wife, Karen (Mallen) Knox; son, Adam (Ashley) Knox; daughter, Nicole (Graham) Knox; brother, Eric (Heather) Knox; and grandson, Vinnie. Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Tuesday in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 14, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Jane Murphy, 100, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Independence Court of Monroeville. She was born August 1, 1921 in Scottdale, Pa, a daughter of the late William and Margaret Haines Hawthorne. Prior to her retirement, Mary Jane was employed as a secretary by ANDCO Construction. She was a member of the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Irwin, Amaranth Grand Royal Matron of Pa. and the past Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star, Irwin Chapter.
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October 11, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Martha L. McGowan, 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021 at her home. She was born, June 4, 1938 in White Oak, Pa., a daughter of the late James L. and Georgia R. (Miller) Hall. Prior to her retirement, Martha was an executive secretary for Nuclear Science and later worked for Johnson the Florist. She enjoyed reading, doing word puzzles, flea marketing and camping with her family and friends in Donegal. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons, Paul W. Jr. and Shawn McGowan; and brother, James Hall. She is survived by her loving husband, Paul W. McGowan; daughters, ShayLee Gonzales and her husband, Felix, Heather Mayer; grandchildren, Shando, Brianda, Rionno, Jessica, Joshua, Justin, Jake, Johnna, Jordan; great-grandchildren, Jackson, Wyatt and Aria. Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday in the funeral home chapel. Entombment will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Instead of flowers, the family would appreciate donations made to the American Cancer Society.
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to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons, Paul W. Jr. and Shawn McGowan; and brother, James Hall.
October 11, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ellwood P. Brady, 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh. Services were private. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warriers Project in memory of Ellwood.
October 09, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary J. Becker, 52, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at UPMC Montefiore Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born, August 4, 1969 in Pittsburgh. Mary was the office manager for Armology of Western PA and a Norwin graduate. She enjoyed sewing, crafting and making stained glass. She is survived by her husband, Kevin Becker; son, Kevin Jr.; brothers Scott and Robert Wallace. There were be no visitation. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 06, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Jacquelyne A. Droppa Raab, 74, of Turtle Creek, passed away Monday, October 4, 2021 at her home. She was born October 7, 1946 in Rankin, daughter of the late Sebastian and Martha (Horgan) Picone. Prior to her retirement, Jacquelyne was a seamstress and enjoyed sewing. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Raab. She is survived by her two sons, Rob Droppa and his wife, Kriss and Ryan Droppa. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will take place on Monday, October 11, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. at Brandy's on Main, 200 Main Street, Irwin, PA. Memorials may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
