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Carol Ann Thomas

December 23, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Carol Ann Thomas, age 73, of North Versailles, died December 22, 2021, at Jefferson Hills Rehabilitation and Wellness Center.  Born March 30, 1948, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late William Betz, Sr., and Agnes Betz and loving wife of Peter Thomas for 46 years.
  Carol earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from the California University of Pennsylvania and then her Master's Degree from Penn State University.  Carol would become a teacher at the former Central Catholic School on Versailles Avenue in McKeesport and then at Allegheny Intermediate Unit teaching disabled students.  She enjoyed traveling with her husband, visiting Wildwood for 26 years every end of August, where they would enjoy walking on the boardwalk and loafing on the beach.  They also traveled out west in a motor home, visiting 17 states.  While on their trip out west, they took in the sites of the Cheyenne Rodeo.  Carol was skilled with her hands knitting and creating beautiful crafts year-round.  She also enjoyed baking nut rolls, lady locks, and other cookies, especially around the holidays.

 
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Patricia Ann Boboth

December 16, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Patricia Ann Boboth, age 58, of Glassport, passed away December 14, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital.  Born November 6, 1963, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Albert and Mary Sue (Domer) Boboth of Davenport, IA.  

Patty graduated from Serra Catholic High School and Penn State University. She worked at the Whale’s Tale Shelter for Homeless Youth in Pittsburgh. Later, she worked at the UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital in Pittsburgh.

In addition to her parents, Patty is survived by siblings, Cindy (Paul) Boboth of Port Vue, PA, Paul Boboth of Davenport, IA, and Elaine (Mike) Moeller of Davenport, IA; nephew, Mason, and niece, Bella Moeller of Davenport, IA.

A private family viewing will take place at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory as per Patty's wishes. Interment at Round Hill Cemetery.  Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
Chris Odasso, Supervisor

 


Andrew Paul "Rocky" Dudik

December 15, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Andrew Paul "Rocky" Dudik, age 87, of Port Vue, died December 13, 2021, at Havencrest Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.  Born July 8, 1934, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Michael and Julia (Vojnik) Dudik and the loving husband of Louise (Nichols) Dudik for 64 years.

Rocky was a cabinet maker in McKeesport and honed his craft over many years.  The skills he learned while cabinet making also led him to work on and refinish antiques.  He took pride in his yard and garden tending to flowers, the Japanese Maple Tree, and planting grass plugs throughout the yard to keep it beautiful.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Amy (Anthony) Ganzak; grandchildren, Amber Ondrey, Ashley Ondrey, and Andrew Ondrey; great-grandchildren, Noah and Addison; a brother, William "Bill" Dudik, and nieces, and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Andrew "Drew" Dudik; siblings, Anna Parler, Margaret Stoffer, Bette Connors, Michael Dudik, Joseph Dudik, John Dudik, and his beloved dog Hershey.

Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.  Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor.

 


Rosetta "Rae" Zurovcik

December 13, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Rosetta "Rae" Zurovcik, age 97, of Port Vue, died December 11, 2021, at Halcyon Senior Living. Born April 19, 1924, in London, England, she was the daughter of the late William Henry and Mary Anne (Hewson) Brewer and the wife of the late Joseph S. Zurovcik for 63 blessed years.

Rae retired from South Allegheny School District as a cafeteria worker. She was a South Allegheny Band Parent and a Port Vue Legionettes drill instructor, American Legion Post 447.

 
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Richard "Daddy Cash" Smith

December 10, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Richard "Daddy Cash" Smith, age 95, of Forest Hills, died December 8, 2021, at Forbes. Born September 30, 1926, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Lawrence Herbert and Hazel Smith and the husband of the late Marion (Morris) Smith.

Richard retired from the Aiken Ave Meat Market, where he was part owner. He previously worked for Banker Litho-Graphics printing checks. Richard was a United States Army Veteran. He was a member of the First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport. Richard played the trombone professionally and was named the "Jazz-man of Pittsburgh."

He is survived by his son, Greg (Sandy) Smith of White Oak, three grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was also preceded in death by his siblings, Rex, Marge, and Hebert Smith.
Funeral services were private. There will be a memorial gathering to attend at a later date.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Supervisor, Chris Odasso

 


Wanda R. Witt

December 09, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Wanda R. Witt, age 90, of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.  Born November 2, 1931, in Dunbar, PA, she was the daughter of the late George and Estella (Hagerman) Leapline and the wife of the late Cray Graydon Witt.   
Wanda is survived by two wonderful daughters, Laura Van Meter and Arlene (Michael) George; grandchildren, Matthew (Jolena) Van Meter, Victoria (Jared) Van Meter, Andrew (Trish) Van Meter, Samantha George, and Adam George; great-grandchildren, Vanetta, Morgan, and Lucas.

 
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James D. "Tex" Sopata

December 09, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

James D. "Tex"  Sopata, age 78, of Mt. Washington, died December 7, 2021, at home.  Born June 24, 1943, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Joseph and Stella Sopata and husband of the late Cynthia (Venturini) Sopata.
James was a carpenter and owned his own construction company, James D. Sopata Construction.  He had an affection for animals, especially horses, which he would ride and train.  He also loved to plant tomatoes and go fishing.  Always an athlete, he competed and was a member of the Polish Falcons Nest 8 in gymnastics.  James attended college at New Mexico Western University. He held a scholarship in baseball and loved playing all sports. When his children began to play, he was by their side coaching their teams. He will forever be missed. In our hearts, he is riding horses in heaven with his wife.

 
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Thomas E. "Pap" Peters

December 08, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Thomas E. "Pap" Peters, age 85, of White Oak, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2021. Born April 16, 1936, in Irwin, he was the son of the late Ward and Mary (Davis) Peters and beloved husband of the late Rosemarie Peters for 44 years before her passing in 2006.

Thomas was a 1955 graduate of Westinghouse Memorial High School in Wilmerding, served in the US Army from 1960 to 1964, and worked for the Westinghouse Corporation for over 40 years, first at the Air Brake in Wilmerding, then the Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh and Trafford, and lastly at the nuclear division at Waltz Mill where he traveled extensively all over the United States and Europe.

 
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Donald C. Thomson

December 08, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Donald C. Thomson, age 79, of North Huntingdon, passed to Heaven on December 3, 2021. Born in Pittsburgh on January 29, 1942, he grew up on the North Side and was the son of the late Charles and Dolores (Miller) Thomson.  Don was the husband of Carolyn (Volk) Thomson.

In addition to his wife, Don is survived by children Eric (Cheryl) Thomson and Ann (Mark) Tanis; grandchildren Sarah Thomson, Charlie Thomson, Rachel Tanis, and Abby Tanis; sisters Joan Seigworth and Lois Thomson; nephews David Volk and Michael Seigworth; and nieces Heidi (Steve) Stimple and Kristin (Damien) Cooney.

 
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Gwendolyn Gay (Speelman) Lapsley

December 02, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Gwendolyn Gay (Speelman) Lapsley age 81, of McKeesport, died December 1, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born November 17, 1940, in Lippencott, she was the daughter of Joseph and Virginia (McMannes) Speelman and the wife of the late Alfred Robert Lapsley Jr.
Gay graduated from Masontown High School, then married the love of her life, Bob Lapsley from McKeesport. They were married 54 1/2 years until God took him home on January 5, 2013.
Gay retired in 2002 from Bombardier, formerly known as Westinghouse in West Mifflin, after 32 years. She previously worked for Penny's in Eastland. She was a member of St. Mark's Parish. Gay enjoyed crocheting and her word search puzzles.

 
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Arthur Pletchy

November 24, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Arthur Pletchy, age 69, of Duquesne, died November 17, 2021, at home. Born March 28, 1952, he was the son of the late Michael and Dorothy (Johnson) Pletchy.
Art retired from LP Aero Plastics and worked at the former Homestead Mill in his younger days. He was a collector of antiques and had his own booth set up at the Lincoln Hwy Hub. Art loved to listen to his oldies records and was very fond of cats.
Art is survived by his daughter, Deanna (Aaron) Smoker; grandsons, Anthony Pletchy and Dylan (Emily Brink) Patchin; former wife, Laura (John Spudic) Kauffman; mother-in-law, Jerry Kauffman; cousin, Michelle Coffman, and Mrs. Dottie Black, and her family.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Sunday, November 28, 2021, from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. until the time of service at 7 p.m in the funeral home chapel.
Inurnment will be at a later date.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions are suggested to the White Oak Safe Haven at www.whiteoakanimalsafehaven.com.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor.

 


Esther W. Kost

November 22, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Esther W. Kost, age 94, of White Oak, died November 17, 2021, at AHN Forbes Hospital. Born April 21, 1927, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Clarence P. and Marguerite (Barr) Whitehead and the wife of the late Bert Edward Kost.

 
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Sally Marie Richards

November 16, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Sally Marie Richards, age 84, of McKeesport, died November 12, 2021, at Manorcare Health Services of Bethel Park. Born February 18, 1937, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Sophia (Kamyk) Nagy and the wife of the late William F. Richards.
Sally retired from Bombardier Transportation Company of West Mifflin. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, and was a Christian Mother at the former St. Mary Czestochowa Church. Sally was also a member of the Renzie Seniors. She enjoyed feeding her pet turtles and backyard wildlife, caring for her flowers, working ceramics, playing cards with her club, and traveling to the beach. Although, her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren.

 
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Earl R. Hays

November 15, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Earl R. Hays, age 73, of Port Vue, died November 9, 2021, at home.  Born June 9, 1948, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Alvin F. and Ruth P. (Gochnour) Hays.
Earl was a Green Beret in the U.S. Army and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War.  He retired as a contractor with the U.S. Department of Energy.  Earl was an avid golfer and always enjoyed time spent on the course with his brother Alvin.  He was also a member of the NRA.

 
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Eleanor Elizabeth "Betty" Cwiek

November 12, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Eleanor Elizabeth "Betty" Cwiek, age 91, of McKeesport, died November 10, 2021, at home.  Born December 11, 1929, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Martin Cwiek and Anna Zebrowski.
Betty received her Bachelor's Degree from Seton Hill University and then Duke University for her internship.  She was a registered dietitian and head dietitian at Divine Providence Hospital.  At the hospital, she always enjoyed her interactions with the Steelers players who were there for treatment.

 
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