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Ethel Fatandas

February 14, 2024 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Ethel Fatandas, age 94, of White Oak, died February 12, 2024, at The Palms at O'Neil. Born October 2, 1929, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late George and Olga (Vourlos) Cordis and the wife of the late Nicholas Fatandas.  Ethel was a member of the Annunciation of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church, the Chios Philoptochos Society, the Markella Philoptochos Society, and the Renzie Park Seniors. She enjoyed going to bingos and on bus trips to casinos. Ethel was the family baker and cook, preparing delicious Greek pastries and dishes for her neighbors, friends, and family.

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Patrick D. "Denny" Mannion

February 13, 2024 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Patrick “Denny” D. Mannion, age 82 of Lincoln Borough, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2024 in Jefferson Hospital surrounded by family.  Born January 13, 1942 in Braddock, he was a son of the late Patrick T. and Ann (Onda) Mannion.  A US Air Force Veteran, Patrick was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Eugene Church, and retired as an electrician at GM’s Fisher Body Plant in West Mifflin.  His family will remember him as a fun loving man who loved to tell stories and crack jokes, loved to sing and root on the local sports teams, and was a car and racing enthusiast who even worked on a pit crew.  Most of all, they’ll remember him as a devoted father and grandfather and for being fiercely proud of his Irish and Mannion family heritage.  They will always love him as much as he loved them: with all of their hearts.  Patrick is survived by his daughters Danica (Jeff) Miller of Elizabeth Twp. and Jessica Mannion of Lincoln Borough; his grandchildren Sydney and Luke; his sister Patty Ann (Anthony) Zusinas of Moon Twp.; and also nieces and nephews.  Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother James Mannion.  Read More

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Anna Mae Puskaric

February 13, 2024 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Anna Mae Puskaric, age 94 of Chesaning, MI and formerly of White Oak, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024 in Chesaning Comfort Care. Born May 9, 1929 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Adam and Nellie (Rausch) Dannenhauer. Anna Mae graduated from McKeesport High School and was a secretary for the Potter-McCune Company for many years before its closing. She always helped family and friends and was a volunteer in the kitchen at McKeesport’s Meals on Wheels for over 25 years. She loved line dancing and only stopped a few years ago. Anna Mae was an active member of the Evangelical Congregational Church of McKeesport for much of her life.

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Dorothy Louise Matta

February 13, 2024 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

 Dorothy Louise Matta, age 97, died Monday, February 12, 2024, at her home in North Huntingdon Twp. Born on July 30, 1926, in Duquesne, PA., she was the daughter of the late Michael M. and Anna Breza Miller and for 73 years was the wife of Charles E. Matta, who died in 2020.
Known as "Dot" to her family and friends, she graduated from Duquesne High School and went to work for the U.S. Navy. As World War II ended and servicemen began to return and reclaim their jobs, she moved to U.S. Steel Homestead Works, where she eventually became a confidential secretary, staying until her retirement.
Dorothy was a member of St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church in McKeesport, where she and her husband enjoyed making bread and pyrohy for church sales.

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Thelma J. Rugg

February 13, 2024 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Thelma J. Rugg, age 93, of Port Vue, died February 12, 2024, at Forbes Hospital AHN of Monroeville. Born August 19, 1930, in Uniontown, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Clara (Weaver) Tressler and the wife of the late George C. Rugg.
Thelma was a floral designer for many years for the former Johnston The Florist but spent most of her time raising her four children. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting in her early years. Thelma was always ready for a good card game as well. She and her family spent most of their summers on Lake Erie.

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Helen Louise Bell

February 13, 2024 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Helen Louise Bell 97, a 61 year resident of Coatesville and previously of McKeesport, PA died surrounded by family while in home hospice care on February 2, 2024 in Annapolis, Maryland.

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John Andrew Yost

February 13, 2024 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

John Andrew Yost passed away, at the age of 57, on February 12, 2024. He was born in Penn Hills on September 21, 1966 to the late, John Edward and Susan Ann Finnegan Yost.

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James Thomas Konias

February 13, 2024 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

James Thomas Konias, 67, of Greenock, passed away on Monday February 12, 2024. He was born September 17, 1956 in McKeesport and was the son of Thomas Konias and the late Joan Lee (DeSantis) Konias. He was the loving husband of 45 years to Kim Konias of Elizabeth Township. James worked at Westinghouse for over 48 years most recently as an Operations Manager. He loved Pittsburgh sports, especially his Buccos. He also coached his daughter's softball and basketball teams.

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Gene Perkins

February 13, 2024 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

W. Gene Perkins, age 84 of Irwin, passed away on February 12, 2024 at Montefiore Hospital. He was born on April 24, 1939 in Crichton, WV, a son of the late John Samuel and Olive Margaret Rader Perkins. Gene was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin. Prior to his retirement, he was a Data Officer at Mellon Bank. He was a volunteer at the Wesley Chapel Food Bank in Florida, a past president of the former Alcoma Golf Club, and past president of the Men's Club at the Saddlebrook Golf and Tennis Resort in Wesley Chapel, Florida. Gene was an avid golfer and dedicated Pittsburgh Steelers Fan. He was a graduate of Fairmont State University in West Virginia where he played football and ran track. In addition, Gene was the first ever president of the TKE Fraternity. In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his brother Edwin Harold and his wife Nancy, sister Evelyn Rae Odell and husband Rodney, and nephew Matthew Wayne Perkins. He is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years Barbara Ferrari Perkins, sons Joe (Linda) and Chris (Kristin) Perkins, brother Robert Lee (Reba) Perkins, Jack Wayne (Claren) Perkins, and grandchildren Michael (Ashleigh), Nathan, Matthew, Courtney, and Jake Perkins, great-granddaughter Ellie, and 13 nieces and nephews. Visitation will be on Friday from 4-7PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA. A funeral Mass will be held at Immaculate Conception Church on Saturday at 9AM. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Raymond Dale Hurley

February 13, 2024 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

 Raymond Dale Hurley, age 74, of Wendel, died at home on February 11, 2024. Born December 14, 1949, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Frank and Mildred (Sloane) Hurley.

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Barbara J. Gonze

February 12, 2024 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Barbara J. (Bondy) Gonze, age 82, of Elizabeth, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, February 10, 2024. She was the past president of the Women's Club of McDonald and Villas at Woodcreek in Bridgeville. Born December 12, 1941 in McDonald, she was a granddaughter of the late Harry and Margaret (Rogers) Bondy. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Edward Gonze; sons, Jeffrey (Laurie) Gonze of Elizabeth and Mark (Kathleen) Gonze of Lutherville, MD; grandchildren, Zachary Gonze, Cody (Lauren) Gonze, Kaylie (Joshua) Meliker, Kyle Gonze, James Barrickman and Ana Barrickman; great-grandchildren, Kalli Gonze and Thomas Gonze; dog, Jack. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, February 16, 2024 from 2 PM until the time of blessing at 4 PM with Fr. Edwin Wichman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Stroke Association, Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 or online at donatenow.heart.org. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Ida Jean Hansen

February 12, 2024 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Ida Jean (Dusi) Hansen, age 90, of Forward Twp., passed away on Friday, February 9, 2024 at The Residence at Arrowood. She retired after 35 years of service as a clerk at Boston Super Dollar grocery store and also from D. Jenkins Deli with 10 years of service. She was a member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. Born April 14,1933 in Forward Twp., she was a daughter of the late Giammaria and Ida (Bosetti) Dusi and wife of the late Arthur W. Hansen. She is survived by brothers, Frank Dusi of West Mifflin, Ernest Dusi of Apollo and Al Dusi of Elizabeth Twp.; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sisters, Catherine Heckman, Antoinette Dusi and Annie Rothey, and brothers, Andrew, John, Samuel, Paul and George Dusi. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 from 11 AM until the time of blessing at 1PM with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Burial will follow in Monongahela Cemetery, Monongahela. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Grayson Matthew Hoffman

February 12, 2024 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Grayson Matthew Hoffman, age 65, of North Huntingdon passed away peacefully on February 11, 2024. He was born January 25, 1959 in McKeesport, PA to Thurman K. and Grace G. Fulmer Hoffman.

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Lois L. Cale

February 12, 2024 |

By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home

Lois L. Cale, 99, died Monday February 12, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Raymond and Esther Steputis. She is survived by her daughter Donna (Glenn) Banks; son David (Leann) Cale; daughter-in-law Linda Cale; grandchildren Tabitha and Billy; and great-grandchildren Ayla and Callen. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack Cale and son Jeff Cale. Lois was of Christian Science faith. Arrangements by the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home.

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Duane R. Halt

February 12, 2024 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Duane R. Halt, age 80 of Lincoln Borough, passed away at home on Monday, February 12, 2024. Born January 1, 1944 in Clairton, he was a son of the late William J. and Helen (Layko) Halt. A US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, Duane worked as a truck driver for Swank Construction, at Clairton Slag in West Elizabeth, and lastly as a case aide for Ward Home, Inc. in Mt. Lebanon. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Dianne (Cochran) Halt; his children  Duane (Sherri) Halt of New Castle,  Renee (Bill) Halt-Maglet of Webster, and Georgette (Jeff) Ayres of North Huntingdon; his seven grandchildren Haylie (Kevin) Helinski, Randi Parkinson, Jake (Anthony) Withers, Nathan Withers, Celine (Tyler) Halt, Dean (Ezra) and Will Ayres, and his great grandchildren Addy and Cam Helinski; his sisters Norma Kerr of Elizabeth and Linda (Joe) Paul of Pleasant Hills; his sister-in-law Corinne Halt, nieces and nephews; and his dogs Clyde and Baylie. Besides his parents, Duane was preceded in death by his daughter Denise Lynn Withers, son-in-law Mark Withers, and his brother William Halt. Friends will be received in the A.J. Bekavac Funeral Home, 555 5th Street, Clairton, PA on Thursday, February 15, 2024 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-7:30pm.  A blessing will take place on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 7:30 pm with Pastor Sandra E Fitzgibbons in the chapel at the A.J. Bekavac Funeral Home.  www.bekavacfuneralhome.com