February 04, 2025 |
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Ronald T. Jeroski, age 89, of North Huntingdon, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025, his 89th birthday. Born in Duquesne on February 2, 1936, he was the son of the late Peter and Clara (Gaca) Jeroski.
Ron served for 4 years in the US Army, post Korean War. After graduating from the University of Pittsburgh, he worked as an engineer for US Steel, doing research at the UEC Laboratory in Monroeville.
Ron was a member of the former St. Hedwig Church, Duquesne. He was very proud of his Polish heritage, taking multiple trips to Poland. He was extremely honored when he and his wife were named Polonians of the Year by The Polish Cultural Council in 2015. Ron enjoyed his many hobbies, which included traveling, photography, woodworking, stained glass and making beautiful works of art with his scroll saw. Ron LOVED Christmas! He delighted in dressing as Santa for his grandchildren and meticulously decorating his house for the holidays.
Ron was the husband of the late Ernestine (Duran) Jeroski, who passed away on December 9, 2024. He is the father of Cara Jeroski James of Allison Park, PA and Amy (late Jason) Chuderewicz of Virginia Beach, VA; grandfather of Lauren Chuderewicz, Isabella James, Justin Chuderewicz, Ethan James, Ava Chuderewicz and Alyssa Chuderewicz; and brother of Eleanor (Andrew) Fedor. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
There will be no visitation. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, February 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., in St. Agnes Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, West Mifflin, with Rev. Dan D’Antonio, officiating. Presentation of Military Honors will follow the Mass.
Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
February 01, 2025 |
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Helen Jeannette Zeigler Green, age 83, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025 at home.
She was born to the late Heardie Lee and Mary Alice (Sellers) Zeigler on June 14, 1941 in Birmingham, Alabama.
At the age of three and a half, she moved with her family to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
At the age of 12, she joined the Victory Baptist Church on the Northside of Pittsburgh where she was involved with all the children and youth groups.
She was educated by the Pittsburgh Public School system.
She served four years in the United States Navy.
She then joined the staff of the University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine, where she retired after 40 years of service.
She most recently belonged to the Garden City United Methodist Church of Monroeville.
She was married to the late Jesse Green and of this union had a son, Jason Simon Green.
In addition to Jason (Summer Pendro, Goddaughter Alyssa Shields) Green, she leaves to mourn; granddaughter Miabella Green, nephew Todd (Brenda) Roberts and their daughter, Kendall of Pittsburgh, godchildren Mike, Tim and Scott Lewis and a host of extended family, cousins and friends.
Along with her husband she was preceded in death by stepdaughter Lisa M. Green Dennis, sister, Ella Roberts, and stepbrother, Earl (late Emma) Marvin.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 4-8 pm and on Friday, February 7 from 10-11 am at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where her Homegoing Service will be held at 11 am. with Reverend John Cook officiating. Burial with Military Honors will be held at Restland Cemetery.
The Homegoing Service and Cemetery Military Honors will be live-streamed on the funeral home website https://www.maloy-schleiferfuneralhome.com/.
January 26, 2025 |
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Lawrence A. “Larry” Vash, age 69, of West Mifflin, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Born in Homestead, PA, on March 20, 1955, he was the son of the late Albert and Margaret (Moriarty) Vash. He was a retired crane man from Bristol Metals, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Therese Church, and a life member of the Homeville Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed fishing.
Larry is the husband of Mary Ann (Bucek) Vash; father of Michael (Kathy) Vash of Roscoe, PA and Craig Vash (Lori Campbell) of West Mifflin; grandfather of Grace, Jacob, Emma, Gavin and Dominic Vash; and brother of Verda (Stephen) Mastandrea of West Mifflin, Cathy (Gerald) Noga of West View, PA and the late Alberta Vash.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, from 5-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 11:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 12 Noon, in St. Therese of Lisieux Church, Munhall, with Rev. Dan D’Antonio officiating.
January 19, 2025 |
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Betty A. “Bubba” Carman, age 70, of Duquesne, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025. Born in McKeesport on January 8, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Edward Burton and Harriet E. (Radcliffe) Wilson. She was a former aide for the Duquesne Public Schools, previously served as a state constable and worked at H.J. Heinz. She loved butterflies, crafts, and being with children.
She was the wife of the late Harold Carman; mother of the late Edward (wife Amy survives) Wilson; grandmother of Ayla Wilson and Avery Wilson; sister of Debbie (Don) Kutz of Lutz, FL and Helen (Ted) Gida of Gettysburg; and step-mother of James Carman, Bobby Carman, Lee Carman, Willy Carman, Joanna Carman, Joshua Mamiaf, and Christopher Carman. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
No Visitation or Services are scheduled. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
In true fashion of “Bubba” saying goodbye…”I love you more than my butt because my butt is so much bigger than my heart.”
January 15, 2025 |
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Richard W. Felger, age 84, of Pittsburgh, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Born in Pittsburgh on December 27, 1940, he was the son of the late Otto and Irene (Wetcher) Felger. He was retired from the auto body industry and also worked at Gateway Towers as a maintenance manager. What Rich enjoyed most in life was having a few beers with friends. He was always the life of the party.
He is survived by his children, Alma Heck of Oakdale, PA, Elizabeth Hoy of Mars, PA, and Wayne (late Freda) Felger of Spring City, TN; grandchildren, Emily (Michael) Campbell, Samuel (Amy) Tanner White and Jade (Billy) Dorman; great grandchildren; sisters, Ann Koskey of North Side, Pittsburgh and Betty Smith of Idaho; and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, William Felger and a sister Mary Ellen Buck.
There is no visitation or service. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
January 13, 2025 |
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Joshua Kaleb Chuha, age 43, of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025. Born in Pittsburgh on February 18, 1981, he is the son of Laura Jane “LJ” (Bowers) Chuha of West Mifflin and the late Richard Chuha. He was a bridge draftsman, enjoyed attending musical concerts and was so loved by his family and his friends. Besides his mother, he is survived by his sister, Molly McLane (John) Caterino; nephews, Gunner Caterino and Lorenzo Caterino; and aunts, uncles and many cousins.
There will be no visitation or funeral. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
January 08, 2025 |
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Carol B. Howard, age 69, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, in Jefferson Hospital. Born in Homestead, PA on March 25, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Charles D. “Jake” and Susan H. (Manns) Barnes. She was a retired billing specialist for UPMC Community Medicine, Inc. and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Agnes Church.
Beloved Wife, Mother, Sister, Aunt, and Friend, she enjoyed reading, cooking, rare quiet nights with her candles, shows, popcorn, and cat “Kittie”, spending time in the sun at her pool or on the beach. But where she found her life’s greatest joy was caring for all those around her. With a warm smile, dedicated hands, selfless spirit, gentle soul, and tireless heart, she had a natural ability to make everyone in her life feel calmed, heard, appreciated and, above all, loved.
She has been with her loving husband, James “Jim” Howard, for 57 years. She is the mother of James “Murt” Howard of West Mifflin, Andrew “Andy” Howard of West Mifflin, and Mariah Howard of West Mifflin; sister of Sandy (late Paul) Mancini of Kinsman, OH, Dorsey (Thomas) Solich of Howland, OH, Sheryl (Ed) Eichenlaub of Bethel Park, Susie (Kevin) Kurta of West Mifflin and late Terry (wife Doris survives) Barnes of Findlay OH; sister-in-law of Terrence D. (Jean) Howard of West Mifflin, Susan M. (late Jay Null) Howard of West Mifflin and Patricia H. (Tom) Klocko of West Mifflin.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, January 12, 2025, from 12-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. A Blessing Service will take place at the Funeral Home on Monday, January 13, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Agnes Church, West Mifflin, with Rev. Daniel D'Antonio, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery, West Mifflin.
January 07, 2025 |
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Paula Jean (Schink) Seabol, age 58, of Liberty Boro, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Born in Homestead on June 24, 1966, she is the daughter of Gary and Joan (August) Schink of West Mifflin.
She was a legal secretary at “The Law Office” in Pittsburgh for over 20 years. She then worked at the Pat McGrail Law Office in White Oak and at R.D.M. Plumbing in West Homestead. She was a member of the McKeesport Alliance Church, where she served as a greeter. She enjoyed gardening, canning, yard work and bicycle riding.
Besides her parents, she is survived by her husband, Robert A. Seabol; children, John A. “Jay” Martin of McKeesport and Jacen Wargo of Duquesne; 3 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; brother, Paul “Jeff” (Linda) Schink of Dravosburg; and stepdaughter, Rachel Seabol of Liberty Boro.
There will be no visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., at McKeesport Alliance Church, 938 Summitt St., McKeesport, PA 15132, with Pastor Kevin Truman, officiating. Burial will be held at a later date in Calvary Cemetery, Port Vue.
Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC.., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
December 28, 2024 |
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Katelynn M. Mozes, age 31, of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Born in Pittsburgh on July 3, 1993, she was the daughter of John Mozes of McDonald and Tina (Jeff Gavel) Pancoast of West Mifflin and also stepmother, Dawna Mozes of Canonsburg. She was Catholic by faith. She was the sister of Leanna Mozes of Canonsburg, stepsister of Katie Rose Gavel of Munhall and granddaughter of Georgette (the late Gary) Dillinger of Dravosburg and Robert and Marianne Mozes of White Oak.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025 from 2-6 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where the Funeral Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. with Reverend Dan D’Antonio officiating.
December 13, 2024 |
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Jane S. Breznay, age 86, of Duquesne, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024. Born in McKeesport, PA on February 2, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Stella (Mikrut) Bitkowski.
Jane had worked at the Federal Home Loan Bank in Pittsburgh and Walmart in West Mifflin. She was a member of Holy Trinity Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish and their Christian Mothers. She was the wife of the late Francis W. “Braz” Breznay for 59 years; mother of the late Cindy (late Duane P.) Salopek and the late Stephen Breznay; grandmother of Nicole (Brandon Nathan) Salopek of Elizabeth, Melissa (Tom) Tempel of Huntsville, AL, and the late Neil Salopek; great grandmother of Lia and Adilee Salopek, Olivia McMillan, Braelynn Tempel, Jace Nathan, Dash Nathan and Cam Nathan; sister of Dolores (late Steve) Getner of Butler, PA and twin brother, the late John “Mooney” (late Bernice) Bitkowski. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
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December 10, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Ernestine A. Jeroski, age 83, of North Huntingdon, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024, at The Remington Senior Living and Memory Care, McCandless Twp. Born in Duquesne on March 5, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Ignatius and Loretta (Maslanka) Duran.
Ernestine was a retired nurse anesthetist at UPMC Magee, primarily in the delivery room. She earned her nursing degree from Braddock Hospital and then a Master’s Degree from California State University. She was a member of the former St. Hedwig Church-Duquesne and was active with and very proud of her Polish heritage, taking multiple trips to Poland. She was an excellent cook and baker and loved to sew and travel.
She is the beloved wife of 59 years to Ronald T. Jeroski; mother of Cara Jeroski (James) of Allison Park, and Amy (late Jason) Chuderewicz of Virginia Beach, VA; grandmother of Lauren Chuderewicz, Isabella James, Justin Chuderewicz, Ethan James, Ava Chuderewicz and Alyssa Chuderewicz; and sister of Loretta (Francis) Waszkiewicz of West Mifflin and Claudia (Joseph) Pilarcik of Calcutta, OH.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 2-7 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Friday, December 13, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., in St. Agnes Church-West Mifflin, with Rev. Daniel D’Antonio, officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org or the Breast Cancer Research Foundation at bcrf.org.
November 27, 2024 |
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Jean M. Tomko, age 96, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, in Jefferson Hospital. Born in Duquesne on February 10, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Palmer and Sadie (Douglas) Morgan, She was a member of the former Grace United Church of Christ and she and her husband taught ballroom dancing.
Jean was the wife of the late Edward A. Tomko; mother of Dean (late Catherine “Cathy”) Tomko of West Mifflin, David (Jan) Tomko of Bloomfield, New Mexico, and late Dawn (late Jack Buchleitner) Tomko; grandmother of Jeff (Bridget) Tomko, Laurel Wentz, Jason (Lauren) Tomko and Christopher Buchleitner; great grandmother of Liam Tomko, Tessa Tomko, Breese Tomko and Archer Tomko; sister of Alice (late Robert) Sylvis of Lancaster, PA.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 29, 2024, from 4-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Jim Condron, officiating. Entombment will follow in the Benediction Mausoleum in Jefferson Memorial Park.
November 25, 2024 |
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Christopher Lee Miliner Sr., age 35, of North Versailles, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Born in Pittsburgh on June 14, 1989, he is the son of Lisa Broadwater of Duquesne, Beth (Anthony) Jackson of White Oak, and the late Mark Miliner. He was a caregiver for his grandmother, loved cats, football and basketball and was a die hard Eagles fan. His children loved him and he loved them.
He is the father of Christopher Lee Miliner Jr., age 14, of Penn Hills and Skye Marie Miliner, age 11, of Penn Hills; brother of Mark Miliner Jr. of Duquesne, Shawn Miliner Sr. of North Hills, Brianna Miliner of Coraopolis, Roman Miliner of South Side, Brittany Miliner of North Carolina, Lexi Miliner of South Side, Markita Miliner of South Side, Dwayne Gray of Duquesne, Eddie Gray of Duquesne, Sarah Miliner of South Side, Lamont Putz of North Hills and Talasia Marshall; step brother of Dylan Jackson of North Versailles; cousins who were like brothers and sisters, Shelly Katona of White Oak, Joseph Katona of Munhall,Krista Tucker of Monroeville, Kelsey Byers of Monroeville and the late Dennis Katona; grandson of late Nancy Broadwater (spouse, Roderick Davis of Duquesne survives), John Lalor of Swissvale, Marsha Miller of Munhall and late Mark Lee Miliner Sr.
No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
November 22, 2024 |
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Sharon L. Quarles, age 70, of Duquesne, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at her home.
Born in Pittsburgh on July 16, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Catherine Quarles. She was a former medical secretary at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and also worked at Reese Communications.
She enjoyed gardening, crafts, and cleaning.
Sharon is the beloved wife of Ernest Pontoo; mother of Nicole (husband Heath Cahn) Pontoo of New Stanton; sister of Leslie (late Robert) McCray of Detroit, Michigan, Michael Quarles of Duquesne, Keith Quarles of Homewood, Gilbert “Junior” Quarles of Homewood, Derrick Quarles of Atlanta, Georgia, and the late Marsha Stevenson.
There will be no visitation or services. Commemoration of her life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
November 19, 2024 |
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Virginia Wyse, age 75, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. She was born in Boston, Massachusetts on July 26, 1949. She was retired from the hospitality industry in Las Vegas where she booked entertainers. She was a motorcycle rider, Christian by faith, and belonged to Judah International Ministries. She and her husband held weekly prayer meetings in their home.
Virginia is survived by her husband, Joseph Wyse; son, Alex (Pam) Chaplin of Massachusetts; granddaughter, Elena Chaplin; and brother, Vincent (Patricia) DeVellis of Massachusetts. No Visitation or Services are planned. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.