July 21, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Denise Marie (Murtha) Smarsh, 61, of Sandy Lake, formerly of Boston, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024. She was born September 29, 1962 in McKeesport and was the daughter of Esther Marie (Reinhard) Murtha of Keyser, WV., and the late Kenneth John Murtha. Denise worked for the Sandy Lake Vacation Land Camp Ground. She loved Country Music, Red Nails and Thunderstorms. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her daughter, Lindsey R. (Max School) Coffman of Elizabeth Township, sister, Colleen Bock of Keyser, WV., brothers, David (Carol) Murtha of Punta Gorda, FL., and Andrew (Holly) Murtha of Boston, nieces, nephews, her former husband, Joseph Smarsh, and her faithful dog, Lulu. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Rachael Anne Coffman and brother-in-law, Edward W. Bock, Jr. Friends are welcome Wednesday, July 24, 2024 from 4-7 pm. at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday at 7 pm. Fr. Vincent Velas will officiate. Private inurnment will be at the Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
July 20, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Arthur Henry Hartman, Jr., 94, of Mount Vernon, passed away Friday, July 19, 2024. He was born November 29, 1929 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Dr. Arthur H. and Henrietta (Michael) Hartman. He was the husband of the late Norma Jean (Berg) Hartman who passed away June 26, 2002. Arthur was a retired Tool & Die Maker at the former General Motors Fisher Body Plant in West Mifflin and was a US Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. He was a member of White Oak American Legion.
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July 20, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
On July 19, 2024, McKeesport bid farewell to a beloved member of its community, Donna G. "Nina" (McBride) Parkins Vavrek. Born on December 24, 1948, Donna was the daughter of Daddy Bob and Hannah McBride. Throughout her 75 years of life, Donna truly embodied the spirit of love and compassion.
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July 19, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Andrew Kozarian, age 99, of McKeesport, PA, died on Sunday, July 14, 2024. He was born in Meadville, PA on December 12, 1924 and was the son of the late Michael and Mary Agopian Kozarian. Andrew proudly served in the United States Army during WWII. He was the owner of Kozarian’s Heating and Cooling that originated in McKeesport then moved to Duquesne, then to North Huntingdon.
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July 19, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
TSgt. (Ret.) Larry A. Stearns, age 76 of Vanderbilt and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024 at Mt. Macrina Manor, Uniontown. Born October 2, 1947 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late George Brown and Margaret Stearns. A career soldier in the US Air Force serving twenty years. Larry also worked for General Motors and with the security department at Jefferson Hospital. He was a member of the Clairton VFW, the AARP, and enjoyed bingo, travelling, bowling with his league. His family will remember him as a proud Veteran and a patriotic American. Larry is survived by his daughters Angie (Tony) Kennon of Export and Gena (Brian) White of Vanderbilt; his grandchildren (whom he adored and who lovingly referred to him as "Pap Pap") Henry, Maggie, and Vivian Kennon and Nolan, Allen, and Oliver White; his cousins Eugene and George Paxon and Billy and Tommy Payne; and also many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters Jennie Miller and Maryjane Smith and his cousin Dot Paxon.
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July 19, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Danny Floyd Lumpkin, age 73, of Ligonier, PA, formerly of Trafford, PA, died on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. He was born in McKeesport, PA on April 21, 1951 and is the son of the late Fulton J. and Caroline Gilbert Lumpkin. Danny was self-employed as a contractor.
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July 18, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Frank W. Eichelberger, age 86, of North Huntingdon went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 18, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born March 9, 1938 in Larimer PA, son of the late William and Marie Kramer Eichelberger. Frank graduated in the Class of 1956 from North Huntingdon High School where he was Vice President and awarded most valuable football player in 1955, chosen by coaches and players. He was the founder of Eichelberger & Sons Heating and Air Conditioning in North Huntingdon and was a member of Calvin Presbyterian Church. Frank was the youngest of 10 children. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his great-grandson Judah, brothers, William, Charles, Elmer, David, Walter, Jack, and sisters Betty McCormick and Ruth Matovich. Frank is survived by his wife of 64 years and high School sweetheart Janice Flude Eichelberger, two sons, Stephen Eichelberger (Laureen) and Paul Eichelberger (Dawn), 14 grandchildren Kara (Derrick), Ellen (Jonathan), Amy (Nathan), Emma (Luis), Stephen Jr. (Kennedy), Ruby, Zebulun (Emilie), Lydia, Malachi, Nathanael, Eliab, Isaiah, Abigail, and Rebekah, nine great-grandchildren Braelynn, Alethea, Leander, Leah, Layla, Esther, Mathias, Leon, Zoe, sister Nellie Hoskins (Laymon), brother-in-law Richard Flude and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be private. A memorial service will take place on August 4, 2024 at 2 PM in Calvin Presbyterian Church, 260 Maus Drive, North Huntingdon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Frank's name to Calvin Presbyterian Church. James W. Shirley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
July 17, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Madi Danyelle Delancey, age 8 days, passed away at Children's Hospital on Saturday, July 13, 2024. She was born July 5, 2024 alongside her twin sister, Mia, and is the daughter of Michael G. Delancey, Jr. and Alayna E. Rhodes of McKeesport. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her siblings, Colton Ceresa, Milayna Delancey, and twin sister, Mia Delancey; grand-parents, Janice Moss-Frum, and LeeAnn Haas; as well as many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. Friends are welcome Sunday, July 21, 2024 from 12-2pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Funeral Service will take place at 2:00pm in the funeral home chapel. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
July 17, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Mark D. Gowaty, age 70, of North Versailles, died July 14, 2024, at UPMC Mercy Hospital. Born November 1, 1953, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late John and Gertrude (Adamus) Gowaty.
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July 17, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Charles Anthony Dansak, Jr., 91, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. He was born January 5, 1933 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Charles A. Dansak, Sr. and the late Anna (Bortak) Dansak. He was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish- St. Angela Church, White Oak , and was also a member of the White Oak American Legion and the Polish Club. Charles served in the US Army during the Korean War.
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July 16, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Henry A. Algeri, 86 of North Huntingdon, died Monday July 8, 2024 at his residence. He was born December 6, 1937 in Duquesne, a son of the late Henry and Agnes (Noll) Algeri and was also preceded in death by his wife Mildred J. “Midge” (Olsavsky) Algeri. He was an Air Force veteran and a retired collection manager for Chrysler Credit Financing in Monroeville. He enjoyed going to the gym with his buddies when he could and loved working in his yard. He also loved spending time with his great grandson Maverick.
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July 16, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Richard Lee Morrison, 87, of North Huntingdon, passed away on July 1, 2024. He was born June 25, 1937 in Elrama, a son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Keleman) Morrison and was also preceded in death by his son Richard D. Morrison, and sister in-law Janus Morrison. He was a proud Navy veteran, and prior to retirement worked at Volkswagen Westmoreland Assembly and Motor Coils Manufacturing, Braddock. Rich was hardworking man who worked overtime whenever he could, and never missed his son’s sporting events. He always kept up with the landscaping around his home and he enjoyed working on his car. He loved football and also was a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins. Rich is survived by his wife Constance (Kasperzak) Morrison; son Scott Morrison; grandson Brayden S. Morrison; brother Ronald Morrison.; niece and nephew Tonya Morrison and Eric Morrison. Interment will be held in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Wednesday July 17, at 1:30 pm. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
July 16, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Lysle Richard Sayles, 75, affectionately known as “Cleanie” of Duquesne, was born March 9, 1949, in McKeesport, PA. He was the beloved son of the late Joseph Bernard and Frances Louise Garland Sayles.
Lysle attended and graduated from McKeesport High School. His last place of employment was at UPMC Mercy Hospital in the Housekeeping Department.
He enjoyed roller skating, he was the founder of the “Just Us Drill Team” out of McKeesport, PA. Lysle was a member of Zion Baptist Church in McKeesport, PA
Lysle departed this life on July 10, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family at his home in Duquesne, PA. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Bernard Sayles, mother, Frances Louise Garland Sayles, sisters, Barbara Gilbert and Mary Gilbert, brother, Bernard Sayles, Sister-in-law, LaRue George.
Lysle is survived by his loving spouse of 38 years Terrie George Sayles; two sons, Lysle Richard Sayles, Jr., and Elrich Sayles; stepson, Brandon (Katie) George; four grandchildren, Ericka Jesse, Treena L. Sayles, Brandon Lee George. Jr. and Kyla B. George, two great-grandchildren, Dylan Peters and Karlee Peters, brother, Robert Earl (Paula) Gilbert of Upper State New York; mother-in-law, Georgia Marie George, father-in-law, Calvin (Barbara) George, Sr., brother-in-law, Calvin George, Jr. nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Arrangements were in charge of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home.
July 16, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Robert Henry “Bo Wagner” Bogesdorfer, age 78, died on Saturday, July 13, 2024. He was born in Whitaker on March 24, 1946 and is the son of the late Henry G. and Lucille Bogesdorfer. He was an entertainer his entire adult life and was the lead singer for the Vogues for over 30 years. He then went on to create a Rat Pack Tribute.
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July 16, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Rhonda Rebold Faychak passed from this world on July 10, 2024 from complications of early onset Alzheimer's. She was born March 20, 1964 in Huntington, West Virginia to Doris Imogene Porter, and was adopted by her loving parents Edward Rebold and Bessie Torok Rebold. Rhonda was preceded in death by her parents, and daughter, Paige Catherine Faychak.
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