August 18, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Michael (Mike) Kelly, 69 of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, transitioned to eternity on Sunday, August 10, 2025. Michael was born December 26, 1955, to the late Clyde C. Kelly Sr. and Viola Flowers Kelly. Michael was a 1973 graduate of McKeesport Senior High School and later attended the Community College of Allegheny County, South Campus on a basketball scholarship. He worked at LaRosa Boys and Girls Club, U.S. Steel Irvin Works, and retired from General Motors, where he worked for over 30 years.
Michael enjoyed sports of all sorts. He was an avid tennis player and golfer. He enjoyed the outdoors and started to try his hand at pickleball. Michael loved family time and enjoyed making up games and watching the kids and later the grandchildren compete for small prizes. He loved attending the grandchildren’s sports events and school activities and was very proud of their accomplishments.
Read More
July 28, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Leslie Michelle Dodson, 64, affectionately known as Susie, formerly of Duquesne, Pennsylvania, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, surrounded by her beloved son Jesse and family.
Leslie was born on June 23, 1961, to the late James Coleman and Willa Mae Dukes Bryant in McKeesport, PA and stepfather, Theodore “Pops” Black who reared her and treated her as his own. She attended Duquesne High School graduating class of 1979 and University of Pittsburgh where she received her Bachelor’s degree in social work. Leslie was employed at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit as a Family Advocate, Mellon Bank, Duquesne Family Support. She was also an entrepreneur, and an insurance agent for Primerica. Her last place of employment for Laid Law was as a school bus driver and Coach bus line. Leslie was a very active mother in the community. She was a boys scout mom, on the PTA, School Board, and Football; whatever activities Jesse was involve in, she was right there. His biggest cheerleader.
Leslie was a very loving and affectionate mother, grandmother, sister, cousin and friend. She loved her family, especially her pride and joy of her beloved son Jesse, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was known for bringing the family and friends together with her annual picnic at Ryan Hacke West Mifflin Community Park, in West Mifflin, PA., and she was a committee member of the Peterson Family Reunion. She loved to bake Chocolate Chip Cookies, Texas Sheet Cake, and she made the best homemade Pancakes. Susie was a birthday cake connoisseur she knew where to purchase the best cakes, Moio’s Italian Pastry Shop! She would frequently visit there passing through on her way home.
Read More
July 20, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Shayla J. Lofton, 49, of West Mifflin, PA was born December 26, 1975, in Pittsburgh, PA. She was the beloved daughter of Donna Lofton-Anderson.
Shayla was a graduate of Duquesne Senior High School where she was a cheerleader for four years. She worked at Kane Regional Center in McKeesport for 25 plus years and during her tenure there, she also served as a fill-in Supervisor for the kitchen.
Shayla was a loyal football fan, but mainly a die-hard fan of Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs. She was a super fan of LeBron James, no matter what team he played for, she even traveled to Cleveland, Ohio for the parade when the Cavaliers won their first NBA championship.
Read More
June 30, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Geneva LaTay Cash passed away peacefully at McKeesport Hospital on June 21st, 2025. Geneva was born August 17, 1977, in McKeesport, Pa. She was the beloved daughter of Min. Emily Cash and the late Howard Robison.
Geneva was a 1995 graduate of McKeesport High School. She then went on to receive her associate's degree in paralegal from Duffs Business Institute and her bachelor's degree from Point Park University.
Geneva went on to work for Juvenile Court as a court clerk and then as a community supervisor for the Wilkinsburg CISP. She ended her career working for the University of Pittsburgh in their housekeeping dept.
Geneva was loved by many, and she leaves behind to cherish her memory her mother, Min. Emily Cash, her children, Jah-Vasia Poindexter, Johnasia Cash, Dontasia, Dontae, and Deontae Allen-Cash, all of McKeesport. Her siblings Recole Cash, Dorcina Cash, Ta’Cora Rowe, all of McKeesport. William T. H. Cash and Lori Cash of Raleigh, NC, Kameico Robison of Swissvale, Pa, and Carmella Collier of Cedartown, GA
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Geneva LaTay Cash, please visit our floral store.
Read More
June 30, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Brenda Howard, of McKeesport, PA was born July 27, 1963, in Summerton, South Carolina. She was the beloved daughter of the late Maxine Howard and Jetter Williams Jr.
Brenda was the youngest of six children. She graduated from Clairton High school. For many years, she was employed at Riverside Care Center in McKeesport. Brenda enjoyed shopping, listening to music, but most of all, she loved spending time with her family and friends.
Brenda departed this life on June 21, 2025, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents, two grandchildren, Dajanai Crenshaw and Brandon E. Thomas.
Read More
June 02, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mary Ruth Queen, 77, of McKeesport, was born March 2, 1948, in Industry, PA. She was the beloved daughter of the late Cecil and Carrie Spence Anderson.
Mary was a graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School, a former member and past President of Mt. Vernon Elementary PTA. And she was also inducted into the softball Hall of Fame in Boston, PA.
Mary was employed at Dicks Sporting Goods warehouse working in the distribution, shipping and receiving departments.
Mary was a wonderful mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, friend, and wife of the late Robert Queen, Sr.
Read More
June 02, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Carol Ann Brown, 84, of McKeesport, was born December 7, 1940, in Van Meter, PA. She was the only daughter of the late Claud Theodore Walker and Eldora Elizabeth (Carter) Walker. At home on May 28, 2025, she became absent from her body and present with the Lord. She is preceded in death by her parents, Claud T. and Eldora E. (Doe); beloved husband, Alonzo L. Brown, Jr. (Nab); daughter, Valerie Lynn Brown; sister, Berniece Dixon; brothers, Claud Eugene (Geno) Walker, Howard Milton Walker, Arthur Carl (Gateau) Walker, Vernon Alphonso (Doby) Walker, Carter Melvin Walker, Theodore Franklin “Teddy” Walker, Alvin Floyd Walker, Anthony Wayne Walker and James David “Hawkeye” Walker and grandson, Richard William (Ricky) Herring II.
Carol graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School in 1959, the second class to graduate from this building. Carol was a lifetime member of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church of McKeesport, Pennsylvania. For many years, she served on the Senior Usher Board. She was employed and retired from Mon Yough Community Services as a receptionist. Carol was a member of the Robinettes (Clairton 88’s women’s softball team). She was a fashionista and loved to attend the Ebony Fashion Fair Fashion Show every year that it came to Pittsburgh.
Read More
May 27, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mary Ruth Queen, 77, of McKeesport, was born March 2, 1948, in Buena Vista, PA. She was the beloved daughter of the late Cecil and Carrie (Spence) Anderson.
Mary departed this life on May 24, 2025, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital in McKeesport, PA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Queen, Sr., father, Cecil Anderson, and mother, Carrie Spence Anderson.
Read More
May 27, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Today we honor the memory of Barbara Jean Bick-Metz, 78 of West Mifflin. She was the third born child of the late Bernard and Virginia (Undra) Bick on November 6,1946 in Toledo, OH.
Barbara, also affectionately known by loved ones as "Barbara Jean," "Ma Barb," and "Barbie," graduated from Ohio University with her Bachelor's in Biology and Science. After graduating, she moved to Clairton, where she worked for the Allegheny County Health Department. She also worked as a battery operator at Clairton Irvin Works and as a server/bartender at the Hollywood Club and Fran's Bar.
Read More
May 08, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Monique Hardy was born on May 2, 1967, in Pittsburgh, PA. She was a native of the Hill district and was later raised in Detroit, Michigan. Monique relocated to Penn Hills, PA where she was raised by her Grandmother Sybil Hardy Butler.
Monique raised her children in Lancaster, S. C. before finally settling down in McKeesport, PA, where she peacefully found her way to Glory surrounded by her children and loved ones.
Monique was the oldest child of the late great Sharron (Sissy) Hardy and Roderick Pickett Sr. She was loved dearly and those who knew her all called her "MOE!” Monique received her education in the Pittsburgh Public School District. Moe was the most loving, caring lady walking this earth, it wasn't a soul she wouldn't help or a kid she wouldn't watch.
Read More
May 04, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Charles Edward Fulpher, 56, died April 27, 2025. Arrangements are in care of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home.
Read More
April 28, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Bruce Martin Brooks, 72, of Glassport, was born September 22, 1952, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. He was the beloved son to William and Mable Brooks.
Bruce graduated from South Allegheny High School and attended Juniata College for Sociology.
In his free time, Bruce enjoyed working on vehicles, fishing & enjoying time with his family.
Bruce departed this life on April 25, 2025. He was preceded in death by His father, William Brooks, Sr., and brother, William Brooks, Jr..
Bruce is survived by his loving spouse, Marilyn E. Brooks; daughter, Deanne Brooks; son, Perron (Laurel) Brooks; granddaughter, Madison Brooks; nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Read More
April 28, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Michael Wilson, 66, of West Mifflin, was born September 26, 1958, in McKeesport, PA. He was the beloved son of the late Willis C. and Pearl E. Dixon-Wilson. He was the middle child (the eldest between him and his twin brother).
Michael was known as “Peter-Mike”. He was indeed a jokester. “Peter-Mike” really missed his calling as a stand-up comedian. Wherever he would go, laughter was sure to follow. He was truly a social butterfly. “Peter-Mike” never met any strangers. He would always make you feel like you were a part of the family. He was an entrepreneur. Family and friends knew if he had it, you had it too. If you needed help, he would help you without asking any questions. He loved his family. You were always known as “his favorite cousin when no one else was around.”
Mike was known for these four things: his cooking, because he could outcook most cooks in Pittsburgh, and his gardening. “Peter-Mike” was an extraordinary farmer. He loved travel, which included fishing. Mike loved his family.
After graduating from Duquesne High School in 1977, he obtained employment at Westinghouse Air-Brake. He later worked for Homewood Suites, a job that he really enjoyed. He later ventured out to local bars, where you would find him cooking and making people laugh.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Michael ('Peter Mike") Wilson, please visit our floral store.
Read More
April 23, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mrs. Ethel Stuvaints-DeLoach began her life’s journey on April 2, 1940, to the parentage of her father, the late William Stuvaints, and mother, the late Edna Stuvaints, in Clairton, PA.
Ethel graduated from Westinghouse High School. She worked in private duty nursing and as a cook. She was a member of Payne Chapel in Duquesne, PA.
On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Ethel answered the Lord’s call home. God in His special way, at His perfect time, picked from our midst this sweet soul and added her to his garden.
She was preceded in death by her father, William Stuvaints; mother, Addy Stuvaints; son, Harvey DeLoach; sisters, Elizabeth Bessie Stuvaints-Moses, Lily Bell Stuvaints-Benjamin, Sarah Stuvaints, & Mary Stuvaints; Brother, Alec Stuvaints; 2 grandchildren & 2 great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Ethel leaves behind a sister: Annamae Stuvaints-Robinson; 9 loving children: Debra Stuvaints, Laverne Bartel, Joanne Stubbs, Darlene Lee, Denise DeLoach, Eloise DeLoach, Russell Stuvaints, Daryl Stuvaints, & Howard Darnell Stuvaints; Daughters in Love: Ulonda McClellan & Veronica Rice; 35 Grandchildren; 81 Great Grandchildren; 13 Great Grandchildren; & a host of nieces and nephews.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ethel (Stuvaints) Deloach, please visit our floral store.
Read More
April 07, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Ramon Jaques Howard, 39, of McKeesport, was born November 2, 1985, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. He was the beloved son to Dwayne Howard and Stephanie Bryan-Franklin. Ramon departed this life on March 29, 2025, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.
Ramon Howard attended McKeesport Area High School all the way up until the 12th grade. He was a football player for the McKeesport Tigers, and he had a real passion for football. He attended the Boys n Girls Clubs of McKeesport. He also enjoyed watching football games, UFC boxing, and he always liked to go to the casino to gamble and bet on his games. His favorite team was the Baltimore Ravens. He has always been a good father, a great big brother and an awesome guy. All of his friends loved him! All of his family loved him, and he was there for everyone just like they would be there for him.
Read More
