November 18, 2025 |
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Shirley Ann Dickson, age 93 of East McKeesport, passed away peacefully November 14, 2025, during prayer. She was born March 29, 1932 in East McKeesport, the beloved daughter of the late Carl and Julia (Mauger) Larson.
A devoted wife, she shared her life with her beloved late husband, Carl O. Dickson Jr., with whom she built a home filled with warmth, faith, and family. Together, they were active and cherished members of St. John’s Lutheran Church in North Versailles, where their presence and service touched the hearts of many.
She grew up in East McKeesport and later continued to reside there with her husband Carl. In the past two years she resided at Vincentian Home in McCandless, where she was lovingly cared for and remained surrounded by kindness and companionship.
In addition to her parents and her husband she is preceded in death by her sister-in-law Janet Noel and her brother-in-law Bo Swanhart. She is survived by her sister-in-law Nancy Swanhart; nephews Paul Swanhart, Tom Noel, and Ron Noel; nieces Jennifer Mance (D.J.) and Barb Reese (Dennis); as well as a large and loving extended family of grand nieces and nephews, each of whom brought her immense joy.
She will be remembered most for her gentle, caring nature and her deep love for her family. Her kindness, steady presence, and quiet strength will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
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November 18, 2025 |
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Virginia L. “Ginny” Ives, 95, of Irwin, passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, November 15, 2025.
She was born June 21, 1930 in East McKeesport, a daughter of the late Oliver and Florence (Utt) McLaughlin and was also preceded in death by her husband Nathan A. Ives and sisters Shirley Cooper and Margaret June Smouse.
She is survived by her daughters Nancy (Joe) Fletcher and Cathy (Mike) Ziros; her granddaughters Kelli (Jason) Floder and Kayla Fletcher; her great grandchildren Ava and Bryce Floder and Bentley Callen who brought her endless joy; along with many nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly.
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November 18, 2025 |
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Thomas A. Stewart, 78, of North Versailles, died Thursday, November 13, 2025. He was born August 16, 1947, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Clarence and Louise (Dalton) Stewart. He was a retired custodian for the Penn Hills School District. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Jane A. (Ginther) Stewart and brothers Robert, Wayne, Clarence, and Dennis Stewart. He is survived by his children Larry Hall, Mary “Cathy” Leonard, and Edward Leonard (Tom Mahon); his grandchildren Joshua Hall (Heather), Zachary Hall, and Sebastian Cruz (Mary Schuneman); four great grandchildren; brothers Keith Stewart and Kevin Stewart; also nieces and nephews. Friends and family were received at the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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November 18, 2025 |
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Mona L. Starr, 79, of McKeesport, died Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Concordia at Weatherwood, Greensburg. She was born May 24, 1946 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late William and Charlene (Sadler) Wehrer. Mona was a former nurse’s assistant at LifeCare Hospitals, Pittsburgh. She enjoyed her coffee, loved the outdoors, ceramics, playing bingo, and karaoke. Most of all she was a loving mother. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a son John Byers and a sister Judy Cusick. She is survived by her husband of over 22 years Allan J. Starr; her children Jeffrey Byers (Barbara), Joseph Selembo (Tracey), Pasquale Marasco (Diane); her step-daughters Krissy Starr (Scott) and Jennifer Starr (Kevin Randall); nine grandchildren; two great grandchildren; siblings Lynda Matesic (the late Frank), Darlene Holmes (the late Paul), and Barry Wehrer (the late Kim); a brother-in-law Regis Cusick; also nieces and nephews. Arrangements were in care of the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway Ave., East McKeesport. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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November 03, 2025 |
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Paul P. “Mr. Paul” Stolinski, 101, of North Huntingdon, went home to Jesus Thursday, October 30, 2025. He was born June 24, 1924 in West Wilmerding, a son of the late Michael and Mary (Pijar) Stolinski and was also preceded in death by his wife Anna (Diamond) Stolinski; his daughter Christine (Stolinski) Henderson, and siblings Jennie Kolkosky, Freda Prugar, Albert, Andrew, and Victor Stolinski, Eleanor Zajdel, and Cecelia Bezick.
He was an Army veteran of WWII and retired from Westinghouse Airbrake, Wilmerding. He was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, North Huntingdon. He enjoyed working around his home, and he and his wife enjoyed traveling with their late, lifelong friends George and Elsie Dopirak.
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October 30, 2025 |
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Thomas M. Yeager, 88, a resident of Boardman, OH, formerly of North Huntingdon, died Monday, October 27, 2025. He was born July 17, 1937 in McKeesport, a son of the late Michael and Ann (Yaga) Yeager. He was preceded in death by his wife Constance L. (Greenwalt) Yeager, his son-in-law Keith Mohsinger and a sister Joanne Scott. Tom was an Army veteran and a retired operations manager for Guardian Industries. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin. He is survived by his daughters Karen Mohsinger of Edgewater, MD and Bethany (David) Stauffer of Boardman, OH; his grandchildren Alyssa Yeager-Perry (Lonzelle), Drew Guty, and Jake, Coleman, and Luke Stauffer; and his great grandson Kieran.
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October 27, 2025 |
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Robert C. Aitken, 87, of Irwin, died Monday, October 20, 2025. He was born October 12, 1938 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Peter S. and Helen P. (Markham) Aitken. He was a retired mechanic for the Port Authority of Allegheny County, an Army veteran of the National Guard, and enjoyed photography and golf. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Agnes L. (Leightley) Aitken; his son Robert C. Aitken Jr.; grandchildren Mark Wunderly and Kim Wunderly; also a great granddaughter Emily Wunderly. At Bob’s request there will be no viewing. Private interment will be in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. The William Snyder Funeral Home, Irwin, is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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October 22, 2025 |
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Janet E. (George) Zambanini, age 74, of Irwin, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025. She was born April 4, 1951 in McKeesport, a daughter the late Elmer and Pauline George. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 20 years and worked at Kane in McKeesport and Redstone Highlands in North Huntingdon. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 33 years Gerald Zambanini; brother Edwin George; and brother-in-law Gene Barchanowicz. She is survived by her son Christopher Komyanik of Iraq; sisters Gloria (Gene) Benedict; Leah (Harry) Socrates and Paula Barchanowicz; nieces and nephews Jason, Marcy, Adam, Dereck, Corissa, Matt, Jamie and Elise; 6 great nieces; and 4 great nephews. Friends and family will be received Thursday, October 23rd from 10 a.m. till time of funeral service at Noon at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. Entombment will follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park in North Huntingdon Township. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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October 16, 2025 |
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Jean Evelyn (Kroc) Mundy, age 97, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025. She was born January 11, 1928 in Wilmerding, a daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Kroc. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Irwin, and was one of the founders of the Norwin Band Aids and a member of the Country Hills and Penn State Extension Gardening Clubs. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Clifton Mundy; and sisters Dorothy Patosky, Barb Lissy and Mildred Capezzuto. She is survived by her children Wayne (Twyla) Mundy of Kenai, Alaska, Cheryl (John Palko) Limley of McKeesport, Timothy Mundy of Wasilla, Alaska, Roger (Diane) Mundy of North Huntingdon, and Donna (Donald) Dominick of North Irwin; 12 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and, many nieces and nephews who loved Jean. She loved attending events for her grandchildren, traveling, crossword puzzles, and cardinals. Friends and family will be received Monday, October 13th from 3 to 8 p.m. at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. Everyone will gather on Tuesday, October 14th at the funeral home for a funeral service. Interment will follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park in North Huntingdon Township. The family would like to thank Jill, Shyra and Tracy from Bridges Hospice for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 612 Chestnut Street, Irwin, PA 15642. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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October 16, 2025 |
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Hector R. Olave, Sr., 71, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on August 17, 1954, in Bogotá, Colombia, a beloved son of the late Dr. Raul A. Olave and Carmen M. (Gulfo) Olave. Hector was a proud graduate of Norwin High School, Class of 1973. He went on to attend Westmoreland County Community College, where he began laying the foundation for a successful career in sales.
Over the years, he became a familiar and trusted face throughout the region, traveling extensively as a representative for various footwear companies. Over the past 7 years, Hector brought his enthusiasm, warmth, and professionalism to Berk’s Menswear in North Huntingdon, where he was well-loved by colleagues and customers alike. Hector was known for his kind and positive spirit. He had an innate ability to connect with others, always greeting everyone with a smile and genuine interest. His friendly, outgoing nature made him a joy to be around, and his presence could light up any room.
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October 08, 2025 |
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Elizabeth W. “Betty” Brinker, 91, of North Versailles, died Sunday October 5, 2025. She was born April 14, 1934, in East McKeesport, a daughter of the late Adam H. and Elizabeth M. (Skocz) Wojcik. Betty was a retired senior clerk for Verizon, a member of Linway Presbyterian Church, North Versailles, and was a former meals-on-wheels volunteer. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Richard A. “Al” Brinker, her daughter Ruth Ann Vestrat, and siblings Leo J. Wojcik and Ruth Baker. She is survived by nephews Greg, Kenneth, and Raymond Wojcik; great nieces and nephews; and her neighbor and care giver Roberta DiMango and her family. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 9, at the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, October 10. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery, North Versailles. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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September 29, 2025 |
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ann M. (Allen) Varga, 82, of North Versailles. She was born March 25, 1943 in North Braddock, daughter of Roy F. Allen Sr. and Rita R. (O’Halloran) Allen, and was also preceded in death by her son Donald “Donnie” Michael Kristofik.
Devoted and loving wife of John M. Varga; mother of Rita (John) Hinch, stepmother of Johnny Varga; grandmother of Christopher Varga, Sean (Stella) Hinch, Angela (Kevin) McNeil, and Amanda Varga; great grandmother of Vienna McNeil; and sister of Roy F. (Roberta) Allen Jr.; also loving aunt of nieces and nephews; survived by cousins and faithful friends. She will be missed by all that knew her especially Iome Haurilla.
She was a graduate of St. Thomas High School, Braddock, and attended St. Robert Bellarmine Church, Mary Mother of God Parish. She was devoted to her faith, and would play the organ at church in her younger years. Ann was always willing to help anyone in need. She worked at St. Brendan’s Catholic School, Braddock, Ladies G.A.R., and prior to retirement she worked at the offices of Dr. Pacfico, Dr. Evans, and Dr. R. Berkman. Ann was a loving, sweet, and kind women that will be missed by all.
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September 29, 2025 |
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Mary Catherine Feo, “Cathy”, was greeted by angels and the Lord, Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Sole child of Frank and Georgiana (Mignogna) Feo, Cathy was a lifelong resident of East McKeesport. Known to faculty and students at East Allegheny High School as “Miss Feo”, Cathy spent the majority of her secretarial career there except for brief employment at Prudential Insurance in Forest Hills.
A consummate Pittsburgh Pirates fan she was blessed to watch the legends, Roberto Clemente, Willie Stargell and Dave Parker. Cathy enjoyed classic movies, especially “Gone With the Wind”, painting with ceramic friends, knitting, crocheting, dining at Rene’s Restaurant and her beloved Italian family.
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September 29, 2025 |
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Barbarba L (Kidwell) Milton, age 85, of Irwin, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025. She was born December 31, 1939 in Monessen, a daughter of the late Kenneth Kidwell and Sarah Margaret (C. Bradley) Eisley. She was a life-long Presbyterian and was a waitress at Taylor’s Restaurant in North Versailles and then the Family Pantry in Dunnellon, Florida. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Ronald “Pete” Milton; and daughter-in-law Tammy Opfer. She is survived by her children Lorna (Michael) Miller, Kenneth Howard, Frank (Tina) Howard, Bob (Debbie) Howard, Dennis Howard, Edward Opfer and Stephen Opfer; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister Carol (Philip) Villanueva; and brother David (Mary Margaret) Eisley. Services are private. Arrangements handled by the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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September 23, 2025 |
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Marty S. Kerchner III, age 81, of North Versailles passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025. He was born September 14, 1944 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Martin and Maude “Pearl” (Heckman) Kerchner. He was a proud Army veteran that served in Vietnam. After his service he worked as a machinist at Westinghouse Switch and Signal and then at the Air Brake plant in Wilmerding. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Jeffery A. Kerchner Sr. He is survived by his wife Sarah K. (Barner) Kerchner; children Samantha Kerchner of North Versailles, John (Joann) Marts of North Versailles, Donald (Christine) Marts of Port Vue, Ronald (Lois) Marts of East McKeesport, Randy Marts of East McKeesport; 8 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; brother Michael D. (the late Darlene) Kerchner of North Versailles; sisters Rebecca (the late Michael) Aiello of Harrison City and Kathryn (Jerry) King of Turtle Creek; and one aunt and many nieces and nephews. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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