January 10, 2019 |
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JAMES ZABELSKY (5521) age 80, of Duquesne, on January 9, 2019. He was a son of the late Leo and Viola (Wrobleski) Zabelsky. Jim started his career in transportation with Duquesne Motor Coach, then Bamford Bus Company, and retiring as a supervisor from the Port Authority of Allegheny County. He was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish, Duquesne- West Mifflin Knights of Columbus Council #4210. Jim enjoyed golfing, bowling, skee ball, traveling, and going to restaurants. Beloved husband of Paula (Ametz) Zabelsky for 59 years; father of Jamie (Eric) Mattson of Duquesne, Terri Jo (Martin) Schorr of White Oak; grandfather of Jim Schorr and Hannah Schorr; brother of Mary Lou Zabelsky of Duquesne, Leona (Frank) Sprentz of McKeesport, and the late Leo E. Zabelsky and his surviving spouse, LaVon Zabelsky of Duquesne; also nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday and Sunday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY- SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME , 15 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, (412) 466-3300, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 9:30 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Hedwig Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish at 10 a.m., Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating. Burial will be in St. Hedwig Cemetery
January 10, 2019 |
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Patricia H. "Pat" Beckinger age 77 of Glassport, formerly of Duquesne on January 9, 2019. Beloved wife of Jhon Beckinger; loving daughter of Norman and Adelaide (Menzie) Hart who preceded her in death; treasured sister of Micki Hart Faller of Shadyside. Pat received her bachelors degree from the University of Pittsburgh and was a lifelong member of St. Joseph Parish in Duquesne where she taught at Duquesne Catholic School for many years. Her sixth grade social studies class won a national contest with an essay on Space Bill of Rights. The prize was a visit from an astronaut, Eugene Cernan, the last man to walk on the moon. Pat previously taught at St. Keiran's School in Lawrenceville and St. Sebastian's School in the North Hills. Pat was very devout in her faith and served as Eucharistic minister and lector at St. Joseph Church and at Christ of the Light of the World Parish. This enabled many people to stay connected to their church through her efforts and dedication. Visitation on Friday, January 11, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne 412-466-3300, where her funeral will begin with a Blessing Service at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m., on Saturday, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Parish Cemetery.
December 28, 2018 |
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CHARLES D. "JAKE" BARNES age 97 of West Mifflin on December 26, 2018 at home. He was a son of the late Charles C. and Laura (Watkins) Barnes. Jake was retired from US Steel Homestead Works, 100 inch mill with 40 years service. He was a member of St. Agnes Church, West Mifflin. He enjoyed tinkering, gardening and going to flea markets. Jake was a very humble person and believed in treating everyone as he would like to be treated. He proudly served his country in the Army Air Corp. during WWII. Beloved husband of the late Susan "Sue" (Manns) Barnes for 70 years; father of Terry L. (Doris) Barnes of Findlay, OH, Sandy (late Paul) Mancini of Kinsman, OH, Dorsey (Tom) Solich of Howland, OH, Carol (Jim) Howard of West Mifflin, Sheryl (Ed) Eichenlaub of Bethel Park and Sue Muha of West Mifflin; also 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; brother of Lois Jean (the late Russ) Hunter of Union City, PA, the late Robert (late Rita) Barnes, late Lewis (late Kathleen) Barnes and the late Virginia Barnes. Visitation on Friday, December 28, 2018 from 3-8 p.m. and Saturday 10:30 a.m. - noon at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, PA 412-466-3300 where his funeral services will be held at noon. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin with military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to one's favorite charity.
December 28, 2018 |
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SHEILA H. (HOLAHAN) HAMAR age 85 of West Mifflin on December 27, 2018 She was a daughter of the late John and Mary (White) Holahan; Sheila was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church and was a member of St. Francis Academy Alumni Association and a member of the Riverview Mothers Club. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert J. "Chip" Hamar for 49 years; mother of Maureen (Dr. Thomas) Reilly of Mooresville, NC, Roberta (Donald) Baker of Dormont, Sandra Hamar of Brentwood, James R. Hamar of West Mifflin, Judith Hamar of West Mifflin, John H. (Rebecca) Hamar of Baldwin, Jospeh A. (Sherri) Hamar of West Mifflin, Eugene A. (Dee) Hamar of West Mifflin, Jeffrey (Laurie) Hamar of Brackney, PA, Sheila (Chris) Radovic of West Mifflin, Patricia (Earl) Anderson of Seattle, WA and Karen (Skip) Williams of West Mifflin; also 15 grandchildren; sister of Judith Holahan of Mt. Lebanon and the late Maureen (late Eugene) Dibble. Visitation on Friday, December 28, 2018 from 2:-30 -4:30 p.m. and 5:30 - 8 p.m., at the
MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne 412-466-3300 where a Panahida service will be held on Saturday, 9 a.m., in the funeral home. Followed by Office of Christian Burial at 9:30 at Sts. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne. Rev. John Cuccaro officiating. Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Research Hospital.
December 26, 2018 |
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ROBERT G. "BOBBY" ESTOK age 67, of West Mifflin, on December 22, 2018, at home. Bobby was a son of Margaret (Prokay) Estok of West Mifflin and the late George Estok. He was a retired craneman from U.S. Steel Irvin Works and a member of St. Joseph Church, Duquesne. He enjoyed reading, photography, music, and golf. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Vietnam war. Besides his mother, he is survived by his brother, Kenneth (Ann) Estok of Dravosburg; uncle of Andrew (girlfriend, Robin Ferko) Estok of Munhall and Christian Estok at home; also numerous cousins. Visitation on Friday, December 28, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, (412) 466-3300, where his blessing service will be held at 1 p.m., Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating. Burial will be at St Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin with military honors.
December 20, 2018 |
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JEFF PAULE age 75 of West Mifflin on December 19, 2018. He was a son of the late John and Mildred "Pat" (Hatfield) Paule. He was a co owner of the former Paule's Lookout Restaurant in West Mifflin. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne. Husband of Jill (Canavan) Paule; father of Jeff (Marissa) Paule of West Mifflin, Marc (Theresa) Paule of West Mifflin and the late Richard (surviving spouse, Wendy) Paule of Houston, TX; also six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; brother of Jake (Joanne) Paule of West Mifflin. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, Duquesne 412-466-3300.
December 16, 2018 |
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Mary Ann (Beam) Markle age 70, of Pittsburgh, formerly of West Mifflin and Dravosburg, on December 15, 2018. She was a daughter of the late Daniel and Marie C. (Lynn) Beam. Mary Ann was a retired bank operator-sorter for National City Bank. She later became a tutor for Greater Pittsburgh Literacy and tutored English as a secondary language instructor. She collected carousels. She is survived by her significant other of 29 years, William G. "Buck" Lorey of Pittsburgh; sister of the late Daryl Hart. Visitation on Wednesday, December 19 from 9 a.m. - noon at the MALOY- SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, (412) 466-3300, where her funeral services will be held at noon, Pastor John Gropp officiating. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Hospice, 875 Greentree Rd., Parkway Center, Building 6, Ste. 100, Greentree, PA 15220.
December 13, 2018 |
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ROBERT R. "BOB" HARDING age 75, of McKeesport, on December 11, 2018. He was a son of the late Robert S. and Louise (Heil) Harding. Bob was retired from U.S. Steel Duquesne Works and a member of the former Wanderer's Car Club. Husband of the late Patricia (Szmuc) Harding; father of Frank Hussman of Titusville, FL, Scott Harding of Irwin, and the late Robert "Robbie" Harding; brother of Joanne (late James) Denne of West Mifflin, Dorothy (Glen) Schmidt of Linesville, Linda Harding of Liberty Boro, Warren J. (Mary Kathy) Harding of Chapel Hill, NC, and the late Mary Lou Maurer; grandfather of Rhaeanne (Samantha) Hussman, Jamie Hussman, Robert "Robbie" Harding, Scott Harding, and Chris Harding; also one great-grandchild; and nieces and nephews. Visitation on Friday, December 14 from 1-3 and 5-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, (412) 466-3300, where his funeral services will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m., Deacon Dale DiSanto officiating. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park.
December 11, 2018 |
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FLORENCE "HONEY" FISHER age 81, on December 9, 2018, of West Mifflin. She was a daughter of the late Arthur and Catherine (Nee) Fisher; sister of Barbara (late William) Rowell of West Mifflin, Lynn (Daniel) Gluvna of Aiken, SC, late John Fisher; sister-in-law of Audrey Fisher of West Mifflin; aunt of Kathy Dickson, Amy Metz, Diane Rowell, James Fisher, Doreen Reynolds, Loren Fisher, Timothy Fisher and Brienne Arthur. Flo's family would like to thank Eldercrest Nursing Center for their kind and compassionate care, especially nurse Crystal. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, December 14, 2018, at St. Agnes Church, West Mifflin, at 10 a.m. Burial will be in St. Agnes Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Animal Friends of Pgh. Arrangements have been entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, Duquesne, PA, 412-466-3300.
December 11, 2018 |
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THERESE S. ISADORE, age 91 of Delmont, PA, formerly of Duquesne on December 8, 2018. She was a daughter of the late Jacob and Henrietta (Ruhe) Denne. Therese was a self employed aesthetician. Wife of the late Raymond Isadore; mother of Raymond B. (Margaret) Isadore of Shaler Twp. and Dennis J. (Elisa) Isadore of Delmont; also eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren; sister of Leo (Pauline) Denne, Grace (late Charles) Mosser, Regis (Toni) Denne and the late William (late Ada) Denne. There will be no visitation. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, Duquesne 412-466-3300.
November 04, 2018 |
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Richard C. Davies age 97, of West Mifflin, passed away peacefully in his home on November 4, 2018 with his wife by his side. Beloved husband of 10 years on November 8, 2018 Mary Jane (Tarabek) Beresnyak Davies; loving father of Mary Patricia Anne (Anthony) Boddy; grandfather of Mandy & Steven (Nicole) Boddy; great-grandfather of Zachary & Amelie Boddy & step great grandson Marcus Boddy; stepfather of Roseanne (James) Gordon of West Mifflin, Susan (James) Fiordeliso of Philadelphia, Amy (Dr. Robert) Nassif of Adams twp., Frank (Josephine) Beresnyak Jr. of North Huntingdon. Step grandfather of 8: Jane & Evan Fiordeliso, Olivia & Julia Nassif, Anna, Bella, & Gabby Beresnyak, and Matt (Molly) Gordon.Richard was born in London, England on April 19, 1921 to the late Leonard and Edith Mary (Dunsidon) Davies. He was a housing official for the local government in England. In 1940, at the age of 20 years, he volunteered into the Royal Air Force. In 1942, he trained as a wireless operator and in 1943 was trained as an air gunner to get his wings and sergeant stripes. In March of 1943, he was a radio flying instructor. In January of 1945, he was in operation training in Wellingtons Bomber. In June of 1945, he flew with the 135 Squadron Lancaster and flew a total of 1000 hours. In 1946, he was demobilized with the rank of warrant officer. He was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish. He attained celebrity status since coming to the United States being recognized in stores and in public.Visitation on Wednesday November 7, 2018 2-4 pm & 6-8 pm at Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home, Inc., 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300, where a Blessing Service will be held on Thursday November 8, 2018 at 930 am, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish at 10 am, Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating where military honors will be rendered.
October 27, 2018 |
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WILLIAM S. KERR age 61, of West Mifflin, on October 26, 2018. He was a son of the late William and Mary (Sawko) Kerr. Bill was an accountant for the Internal Revenue Service, a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish, he loved his family and spending time with all his nieces and nephews. Bill was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and an astute hockey fan. He also enjoyed music. He was the brother of Patrick (Marilyn) Kerr, Sr., of Finleyville and the late Thomas Kerr; uncle of Robyn (Justin) Cseripko, Patrick Kerr, Jr., and Thomas (Allison) Kerr; also many greatnieces and great-nephews and cousins.
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October 22, 2018 |
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DAVID R. PETERSON age 69, of West Mifflin, suddenly on October 21, 2018. Beloved husband of 49 years to Janet (Matis) Peterson; loving father of Hope Peterson of West Mifflin, Linsey (Eric) Havel of Bellevue, and Timothy Peterson of Duquesne; brother of Christine Peterson of West Mifflin, Eric (Denise) Peterson of West Mifflin, and the late Jenny Cabray; loving grandfather of Emma, Zachary, Derek, Peyton, Hannah, Lucas, and Claire. Dave proudly served in the US Navy from 1967-1971. Dave was a proud life member of the American Legion, former board member of Post 712, Pleasant Hills, and active member of Post 760, Bethel, and a life member of the NRA. Dave was passionate about riding motorcycles and cheering for the Steelers. He was captain of the Syria Shrine Patrol 2006, and a past master of the Jappa Lodge #714.
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October 09, 2018 |
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Anna Bosak Fabian, long-time resident of West Mifflin, PA, and member of Holy Trinity Catholic Parish, passed away on October 8, 2018 at age 106.
Born on February 23, 1912 in Okruhle, Slovakia, Anna was the daughter of the late Andrej and Maria (Biros) Bosak. Following her marriage in 1930 to Michael John Fabian, Anna immigrated to the United States in 1937 and became a naturalized citizen in 1941.
Anna was a very resourceful homemaker, and her talents reached far beyond the duties of running a home. She helped to physically build the home in which she was living at the time of her death, and, being an avid gardener, grew much of the food that graced her table at mealtime.
She also enjoyed sewing, crafts, and reading, but much to the delight of her family, she was a master cook and baker.
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September 28, 2018 |
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Rita Barnes age 92, of Dravosburg on September 24, 2018. She was a daughter of the late Walter and Bertha (Dougherty) Hill. She was a member St. Agnes Church, West Mifflin. Beloved wife of 67 years to the late Robert W. Barnes; mother of Paul W. Barnes of Munhall and the late Robert K. Barnes; grandmother of Keith (Nikki) Barnes, Jason (Catherine) Barnes and Eric Barnes; greatgrandmother of Charlotte Barnes; sister of the late Marguerite Cratty; also surviving are nieces and nephews.
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