March 13, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Arnold A. Mathe, age 89, of West Mifflin, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023, at UPMC McKeesport. Son of the late Alexander and Irene (Salko) Mathe, he was born in McKeesport on May 3, 1933. He was a retired food broker and salesman and a graduate of Dale Carnegie Sales School. He was a member of St. John Mark Lutheran Church, Homestead, where he served on Council, was a Lector and Usher. He was a Past Master of McKeesport Lodge F&AM #375, a member of F&AM #731 and was involved in youth basketball for the West Mifflin Recreation League. His grandchildren were his life and his great grandchildren were very special to him. He proudly served his Country in the Army during the Korean War. Arnold is the loving husband of 68 years to Jeannette (Miskanic) Mathe; father of Terry Naylor of West Mifflin and Tammy O’Brien of Munhall; grandfather of Christopher Naylor, Zachary (Tosha) Naylor, Dr. Taylor O’Brien and Blake O’Brien; great grandfather of Alexander Naylor, Garrett Naylor and Ava Naylor; and brother of late Thomas Mathe and late Dennis (surviving spouse Joy) Mathe. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 16, 2023 and Friday, March 17, 2023, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where Masonic Services will take place on Thursday, at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at 12:00 Noon, with Rev. Robert Gago, officiating. Burial will follow at St. Hedwig Cemetery, West Mifflin, with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the family.
March 13, 2023 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Dolores R. Gricus, 94, of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023. “Dolly” was born October 31, 1928, the eldest daughter of Bert and Irma (Kapolka) Ponsock.
She is survived by her youngest brother, William. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank Stephen Gricus for 59 years. She is survived by five children: Frank, Christine Ryland, Thomas (Pamela), Phyllis (Jay Loeb), and Tamara (David) Kofke. Her son-in-law Robert Ryland also preceded her. “Grandma Dolly” took great delight in her ten grandchildren: Thomas Allison, Ben (Melinda) Allison, Sarah (Scott) Marshall, Rebecca (Will) Thompson, Gretchen (Jeremiah) Witkowski, Max (Kristen) Loeb, Alex Kofke, and Jocelyn Kofke, and step grandchildren David (SuAnne) Loeb and Justin (Cynthia) Loeb.
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March 13, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Lynne Catherine Plum, 85, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023. She was born August 28, 1937, in Oak Park, IL., and was the daughter of the late Henry C. and Catherine (Rehbock) Kocmond. She was the wife of the late Attorney Arnold V. Plum who passed away June 5, 2018. They were married 59 years. She was a member of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church, Twentieth Century Club of McKeesport, and the Youghiogheny Country Club where she was a former 9 Hole Golfer and was in the former Ladies Bowling League. Lynne was also a former member of the McKeesport Hospital Junior Committee and a former volunteer for Meals on Wheels.
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March 12, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael W. Faychak III, age 61, of Forward Twp., passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at home. He was an installer for Beam Heating & Cooling in Monroeville and sole proprietor of Faychak Heating and Cooling. A member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., he loved hunting fishing, camping and riding his Harley Davidson. He enjoyed watching his son race BMX, football, snowboarding and skiing. Born August 11, 1961 in McKeesport, he was a son of Rosalie (Fasiczka) Faychak of York, SC and the late Michael W. Faychak Jr. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 41 years, Melinda L. (Meyer) Faychak; son, Michael W. Faychak IV of Forward Twp.; sisters, Michele (Barry) Hallman of York, SC and Nikki Kalcevic of San Antonio, TX; brother, Chris (Michelle) Faychak of Florida; also,A Memorial nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, brothers-in law and sisters-in-law. No visitation is planned.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Monday, May 29, 2023 at 10 AM at St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to
https://www.gofundme.com/f/michael-faychak-medical-and-final-expenses. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 12, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Linda M. "Lu Lu" Hippard, 73, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023. She was born April 25, 1949 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Earl and Mary (Trainor) Leyland. She was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church, Elizabeth Township and was a 1967 graduate and class vice-president of the former St. Peter's High School in McKeesport. Her unwavering Catholic faith carried her through life and she prayed the Rosary daily. She had a sucessful career in banking that began in Pittsburgh with the former Union National Bank and ended in Florida with Bank of America. After her retirement, she returned to Elizabeth Township where she found joy caring for home bound seniors, the sick, and those with disabilities. Through this she made many friends. She was also a member and former treasurer of the Mon-Yough Trail Council. She will be missed by her loyal, spoiled, loving furbaby, Abby, who was always by her side and was a source of comfort in times of sickness. Linda was grateful knowing her friends, Judy, Jacie and Marei who cared for Abby during hospital stays will continue to love and care for Abby. Linda will be missed by her many friends who loved her as family. If you were fortunate enough to know Linda you would certainly agree that she never met a stranger. They were merely a friend she hadn't met. In most cases they became friends. She always saw the good in people even when the rest of us couldn't.
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March 12, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard J. Raposky, age 63 of Clairton, passed away on Saturday March 11, 2023 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born May 4, 1959 in New Eagle, he was a son of the late Michael J. Raposky and Dorothy Jean (Svacs) King. A 1977 graduate of Clairton High School and a member of Pine Run United Methodist Church in Clairton, Richard was a truck driver working for Posty Trucking but more recently for Nickolich Towing. He is survived by his daughter Nicole (Scott) Karel of West Mifflin; his grandchildren Savannah and Shawn "Junior" Donnelly and E.J. and Mia Karel; his father Alvin King of Jefferson Hills; his sisters Lynnette (Ray) Zajac of Pleasant Hills and Debbie (Mark) Graham of West Mifflin; his nieces and nephews Kari, Amanda, Rachel, Abby, Kevin, Brittney, Alyssa, Brandon, Ryan, Aiden, Mason, and Jacelyn; his "brother from another mother" Nick Nickolich; and also many aunts and uncles. Besides his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his nephew Jason Graham.
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March 10, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Thomas W. “Tom” Kadar, Sr., 70, of Charleroi, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023 at home. He was born May 30, 1952 in Elizabeth and was the son of the late Peter and Suzanne (Berchok) Kadar. He was the husband of 24 years to the late Donna Lynn Kadar, who passed away May 25, 2017. Tom worked as a long-haul truck driver for many years and owned and operated his own truck. He loved to hang out with his buddies at Jones’ Salvage Yard and was also a member of the Buena Vista Fire Hall. Tom enjoyed racing, going to races and watching his son, Tom Jr., race his car. He also was an avid TV watcher, which he affectionately called “The Tube”. Tom was the best husband, father and pappy anyone could ever ask for and enjoyed going out to lunch and dinner with his family and attending his grandkid’s sporting events. He will be greatly missed.
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March 10, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Michelle D. (Colecchi) Vancas, age 72, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Allegheny General Hospital. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. and a former clerical worker at Equibank in Pittsburgh. She enjoyed cooking and watching her grandchildren grow up was the highlight of her life. Born May 7, 1950 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Kern) Colecchi. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Michael W. Vancas; daughter, Caitlin (Justin) Driscoll of Rostraver Twp.; grandchildren, Everly and Brayden Driscoll; brother, John Colecchi of Colorado Springs, CO; and niece, Mary Colecchi of Denver, CO. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 10 AM in St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Burial is private. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 10, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
William Peter "Bill" Kostyzak, Sr., 86, of Glassport, passed away Thursday, March 9, 2023. He was born August 12, 1936 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Peter and Ruth (Gross) Kostyzak. Bill retired from Copperweld after many years of service. Bill enjoyed playing golf, his favorite courses were Butler's and Seven Springs. He was a jack of all trades and could fix anything around the house, including the plumbing and electrical. He was known for his singing and his skill in leather working. He had a great sense of humor and will be very missed. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Enise M. (Donofrio) Kostyzak; son, Michael R. Kostyzak of Glassport; sister, Ruth Ann Kostyzak of McMurray; grandchildren, Billy, Brad, Brianna, Richie and Dania Kostyzak; great-grandchildren, Richie, Ava and Anya, as well as nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sons, Richard Kostyzak and William Kostyzak, Jr and his brother, Richard Kostyzak. There is no visitation or services planned. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
March 10, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Anna E. Agosti, age 88, of Elizabeth Twp., passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, March 9, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Robert Agosti. She was a short-order cook at Johnnie’s Drive-In in West Elizabeth and a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandma, and a member of the former St. Michael Parish in Elizabeth Twp. Born April 26, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Renaldo and Angelina Gornati, and sister of the late Robert, Rudy and Raymond Gornati, Adeline Cortinovis and Elda Romanic. She is survived by her five children, Bobbie (John) Martell of Punta Gorda, FL, Kevin (Julie) Agosti of Plum, Elaine Agosti of Munhall, Laurie (Jeff) Gonze of Elizabeth and Kathi (Tim) Kern of Elizabeth Twp.; 11 grandchildren, Candice Martell of Mesa, AZ, Nicole (Damian) Baskerville of Algier, NC, John (Margaret) Martell of Mesa, AZ, Austin Agosti of Munhall, Christina (Don) Blank of Elizabeth, Melissa Barrickman of Nashville, TN, James Barrickman of Las Vegas, NV, Ana Barrickman of Elizabeth, Riley (Carissa) Kern of Eighty-Four; McKenna (Tyler Crawford) Kern of Manor and Cassidy Kern of Elizabeth Twp.; great-grandchildren, Jackson Martell, Abigail, Gabrielle and Chloe Blank, Natalia, Sophia and Olivia Baskerville and Alexandra, James and Charlotte Martell. She was affectionately referred to as “Mama,” “Poretta” or “Gram” by countless people – young and old – whose lives she touched. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, Sunday, March 12 from 1-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, March 13, 2023 at 10 AM at St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 10, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Carol E. Gergley, age 86 of Clairton, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023 in Grandview Estates, Elizabeth Twp. Born March 6, 1937 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Samuel Mortle and Bertha (Claude) Lowers. A graduate of Clairton High School, Carol was an active member of Bible Baptist Temple in Jefferson Hills, serving as its pianist and choir director. She was also a member of the Wilson Civic Association. In her spare time, Carol loved to play cards and had an amazing tradition of always cooking a big Saturday morning breakfast for family, friends, neighbors, and anyone who wanted to come by. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Eugene "Geno" M. Gergley, who passed away December 11, 2009; her son Darrell Gergley; her daughter Carol "Sissy" Kurta; her brothers Glenn, Wayne, and Ronald Mortle; her son-in-law Richard Kurta; her sister-in-law Mary Lou Mortle. Carol is survived by her daughters Glinda (Joe) Sekulich, Lora (Craig) Pittman, and Sharla (Jeff) McConeghy, all of Jefferson Hills; her grandchildren Jessica Hernandez, Janel (Aaron) Whitfield, Julianne (David) Dixon, Dustin (Rebekka) Pittman, Garrett (fiancee' Hannah) Pittman, Cody Pittman; Daniel (fiancee' Heather) McConeghy , David (fiancee' Christina) McConeghy, Nicole (Steve) Mongelluzzo, Brandon (Gina) Kurta, Frank Oates, and Shane Oates; her 27 great-grandchildren; her daughters-in-law Renee (Frank) Oates and Billie Jo Kurta; her sisters-in-laws Claudia "Jake" Mortle, Virginia Mortle and Lillian Gergley; her brother-in-law Mike (Joyce) Gergley; and also nieces and nephews.
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March 09, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Jeremy John Elms, age 36, of Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. He was an electrician for Heritage Electrical Services in Imperial. He was a 2004 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School, attended Dean Technical Institute, and was a member of the Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Company. Born June 7, 1986 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Kathleen Elms of Oakmont, formerly of Elizabeth, and the late James H. Elms. In addition to his mother, he is survived by daughter, Ella Rose Elms of Elizabeth; sister, Brittany Elms of Baldwin; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Herman and Loretta Elms, and maternal grandparents, John and Olga Pollack. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, March 13, 2023 from 1-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 09, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Robert James Moore, age 58, of McKeesport, died on Friday, March 3, 2023. He was born in Duquesne on March 20, 1964 and is the son of the late Mildred Doltz Moore.
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March 09, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
William M. Halas, 90, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at UPMC East Hospital. He was born May 5, 1932 in Duquesne, a son of the late Michael and Mary (Andre) Halas. Prior to his retirement, Bill was scheduler for US Steel, Christy Park Works and later worked for Extrude Hone in the maintenance department. Bill was a veteran of the US Army and a member the First Evangelical Free Church, McKeesport. He was a lifelong carpenter and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Frank and sister, Helen Kametz. He is survived by his wife, Dolores E. (Jacob) Halas; sons, Scott and his wife, Lisa, Mark; sister-in-law, Carolyn Halas; grandchildren, Brandon (Susi) Halas and Danielle (William) Boger; great-grandchildren, Oliver and Benjamin Halas. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Monday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be private in Long Run Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 08, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Robert Scott Castro, Sr., age 61, of McKeesport, died on March 7, 2023. He was born in McKeesport on February 19, 1962 and is the son of the late Felix and Dolores Finney Castro. Robert was a member of the McKeesport Presbyterian Church and the General Smedley D. Butler Post 701, White Oak American Legion. His specialty was in roofing and labor work, but he did a little bit of everything. He was an avid actor and performed at the McKeesport Little Theater and for Conley’s dinner parties. He never missed a Pittsburgh Pirates game and loved to spend time with his family. He was a fun, loving, jovial guy.
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