July 15, 2024 |
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Robert “Bob” Leroy Dougherty, Jr., age 74, of Rostraver Twp., PA, died on Monday, July 15, 2024. He was born in Elizabeth, PA on March 14, 1950 and was the son of the late Robert Leroy, Sr. and Lois Jean McKown Dougherty. Bob was a dedicated volunteer for sporting events at Serra Catholic High School, and was very active in church support at St. Joseph’s in Port Vue and St. Angela’s in White Oak. His hobbies included running, biking, kayaking, and volunteering with the Mon/Yough Trail Council. He enjoyed several years of retirement in The Villages, FL before returning to Pittsburgh in 2020 to be with his family. Certainly, God has prepared an extensive cookie table in Heaven to welcome “Cookie Bob”.
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July 15, 2024 |
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Annette Miller, age 63, of McKeesport, died on Saturday, July 13, 2024. She was born in McKeesport on February 23, 1961 and was the daughter of the late Delmar and Rose Anselmo Aukerman. Annette was a 1979 graduate of McKeesport Area High School and later was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant at various personal care homes in the area. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, especially to Lake Erie.
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July 12, 2024 |
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Jay Allen Weiss, age 67, of Pittsburgh, PA, died on Friday, July 12, 2024. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA on May 13, 1957 and is the son of Sally Ann Bailey Weiss of Pittsburgh, PA and the late Seymour Weiss. Jay was a member of the U.S. Army National Guard, and was employed as a police officer for over twenty years in Cleveland, OH.
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July 11, 2024 |
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Philip C. Helderlein, 86, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. Philly, or “Butch” as many of his friends and loved ones called him, was born on September 20, 1937, in McKeesport Hospital to Philip and Eleanor Helderlein. He grew up in Glassport, PA, and graduated from St. Peter’s High School in McKeesport, PA. Phil was the second generation of sign makers continuing to operate Helderlein Signs, a staple of the McKeesport community, which was in business for a remarkable 94 years.
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July 10, 2024 |
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Darlene Taylor, age 76, of Homestead, PA, was born on July 22, 1947. She departed this life on June 22, 2024. Darlene attended Homestead School District. She was employed as a V.I.S.T.A. Worker (VOLUNTEER IN SERVICE TO AMERICA) at the Rainbow Kitchen in Homestead and at Myriam's Shelter in Pittsburgh as a Resident Advisor. She belonged to the Women's League at the Salvation Army and enjoyed attending many functions at the Carnegie Library.
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July 10, 2024 |
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Keith Michael Lucas, age 63, of Liberty Borough, passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024. Keith was born on December 17, 1960, in Southside, PA, to Dorothy W. (Sadlowski) Lucas of Liberty Borough and the late Thomas F. Lucas. He is survived by his siblings: Linda (James) Knefely of South Bend, IN, Daniel (Kris) Lucas of South Bend, IN, Phyllis (Charles) King of West Columbia, SC, Clinton Lucas of Clermont, FL, Hope (James Kevin) Pennington of McKeesport, PA, Howard Lucas of Liberty Borough, PA, and Ronald (Jill)Lucas of McKeesport, PA, along with several nieces and nephews.
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July 09, 2024 |
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Irene E. Wander, age 98, of Boca Raton, FL, formerly of White Oak, PA, died peacefully on Saturday, July 6, 2024. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on December 2, 1925 and was the daughter of the late Simon and Rachel Finkelstein Rudick. For 72 years, Irene was married to the late Harvey Wander. Soon after their marriage, they moved to McKeesport where they raised their two children.
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July 08, 2024 |
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William Edward Manges, Jr., age 60, of White Oak, PA, died Sunday, July 7, 2024. He was born October 26, 1963, in Berea, OH. He is finally free from his earthly pains and now at peace.
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July 08, 2024 |
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Lisa Ann Beatty, age 53, of Elizabeth Township, PA, died on Sunday, July 7, 2024, peacefully at home. She was born September 25, 1970, in McKeesport, PA, and is the daughter of Vincent and Joan Spang Aiello of White Oak, PA.
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July 08, 2024 |
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Gregory B. Carneal, age 69, of West Mifflin, PA, died on Saturday, July 6, 2024. He was born in Barberton, OH on April 29, 1955, and was the son of the late Bland Ewin and Clara Edith Watson Carneal. Greg was employed in the factory at General Motors for thirty years. Once retired from G.M., Greg was the proprietor of Guns Priced Right at 100 Bettis Road in Dravosburg. He was a proud member of the NRA, a lifelong Browns fan, a huge fan of Dale Ernhart, Sr. and was such a strong, honest and good man, along with being a terrific provider for his family.
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July 06, 2024 |
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Linda Lee Feick, age 81, of McKeesport, PA, died Friday, July 6, 2024. She was born January 13, 1943, in Lackawanna, NY, and is the daughter of the late Herbert and Freda Bornyas Verner. She was our curmudgeon and old battle axe, but she was loved to the moon and back.
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July 03, 2024 |
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Dian Hindman, age 72, of Port Vue, PA, died Tuesday, July 2, 2024. She was born September 20, 1951, in McKeesport, PA, and is the daughter of the late Alfred and Edith Hill Kremer.
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July 03, 2024 |
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Mary Merrill Erkel, age 95, of Herminie, formerly of Port Vue, passed peacefully on Friday, June 28, 2024. Mary was born January 30, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Paul Ellis Merrill and Sophie Lokke Merrill. Her brother, Paul Merrill of Oxford, Ohio preceded her in death.
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July 03, 2024 |
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Phillip Harl Moses, age 81, of McKeesport, PA, died on Monday, July 1, 2024. He was born January 14, 2024, and is the son of the late Ann and George Moses.
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July 02, 2024 |
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Charles Andrew Sharbaugh, age 89, of White Oak, died on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. He was born in McKeesport on November 7, 1934 and was the son of the late Clarence and Regina Wallis Sharbaugh. Charles was the owner and bartender at the former Cherry Lane in Grandview. He later retired as a Road Supervisor for Allegheny County. He was a member of the Croation Club in Versailles. For those that knew him well, know his favorite saying was “Hey Buddy”.
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