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
February 12, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Anita "Nina" Cindrich, 65, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, February 10, 2024. She was born November 9, 1958 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Chester W. and Miriam A. (Karstunew) Zalewski. Nina was a member of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church and was a Sunday School teacher for over 20 years. She worked for Atria Senior Living and South Western Nursing as an Activities Instructor.
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February 09, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Carolyn C. Bradley, age 58, of McKeesport, died on Thursday, February 8, 2024. She was born in McKeesport on August 19, 1965.
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February 09, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Keith "Krusher" Herbert Campbell, 64, of Greenock, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born January 3, 1960 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Barbara L. "Babs" (Johnston) Campbell and Edward J. (Peggy) Campbell of Florida. He was a member of the Greenock United Methodist Church, and Teamsters Local 341. He was a Heavy Equipment Operator for North East Paving. Keith was a gentle giant and loved his family deeply. His daughter Emma was the apple of his eye from the moment she was born. You always knew where you stood with Keith, friend or foe, he told you like it was. He was very passionate about hunting with his brothers every year for deer season and was his happiest when he was processing his own deer in his basement. He looked forward to turkey season at Twin Kegs every year with his camp buddies and could spot a turkey in a field miles away. His other favorite pastimes were gardening, and cooking for his family, watching every outdoor show on TV, and repairing small engines. Keith devoted his time to the EF Band Boosters as Treasurer and running the concession stand, all for his daughter.
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February 09, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Donald C. Heaverley, 72, of Madison, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024. He was born September 22, 1951 in Greensburg, and was the son of the late David W. and Laura (Yates) Heaverley. He was a Sewickley High School alumni and a graduate of Waynesburg University. He was the sole proprietor of a successful Manufacturer's Rep Corporation, until his retirement in 2006. Don was an avid hunter and fisherman, who loved to be outdoors, amongst nature. In his retirement years, he very much enjoyed long bike rides with his wife on the GAP bike trail and daily walks in his back field, watching all the wildlife that would visit. He will be greatly missed by his wife, children, and grandchildren, whom he loved very much.
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February 09, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Shirley A. Holsing, 85, of Elizabeth Twp, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2024. She was born June 4, 1938 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Emil and Sarah Ann (Weaver) Beyer. She was the late Marvin Harry Holsing, who passed away November 8, 2018. She worked at the former GC Murphy Warehouse, and would then become a homemaker. Shirley and her family lived in Hancock, Maine for a time and she really cherished her time there and loved to walk the beach with her husband and family collecting seashells. She also enjoyed looking at shopping catalogs. She will be greatly missed.
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February 09, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Charles Thomas Beno, a proud family man, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and loyal dog, Bear.
Chuck was born December 13, 1949, in McKeesport, PA, to the late Dorothy Hartman Beno and Bill Beno. He is survived by his devoted partner, Christine Dobies Gibson, his sole mate and landscaping sidekick. His two daughters, Amy (Gary) Pritchard and Lori Beth Beno, and three grandchildren, Emma, Gary, and Jake Pritchard. He is also survived by his half-sister Marny Daubenspeck, brother William Beno, and numerous cousins and nephews.
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February 09, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Gerald K. "Gerry" Shaner, age 95 of Liberty Borough and formerly of both McKeesport and Las Vegas, NV, passed away at home on Sunday, February 4, 2024. Born March 22, 1928 in Scottdate, he was a son of the late Clarence and Ruth (Sisley) Shaner. A member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Patrick's Church in McKeesport, Gerry retired as a nuclear engineer for Westinghouse Corp./ U.S. Department of Energy, West Mifflin and a U.S. Air Force Veteran of the Korean War.
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February 09, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Alice R. Pierce, 94, of Glassport, formerly of McKeesport, died peacefully on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024 at home. Roberta was affectionately known as "Aunt Bert" to many. She worked at Balsamo's and Cray Brothers in McKeesport for several years before retiring from Rite Aid in Glassport. Born in McKeesport, August 22, 1929, she was the daughter of the late James and Agatha Pierce. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, with whom she resided and was cared for, Margaret "Peg" and Angelo Norelli of Glassport; nieces and caregivers, goddaughter Angela Hart of Port Vue and Jennifer (Dennis) Norelli-Burke of Glassport; great nieces and nephews, who helped care for her, Kassady and Mackenzie Burke and Angelo (AJ) Hart; sister, Mary (the late Jack) Price in Louisiana; and other nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers Bill (Pat), James "Skip" (Ellen), Raymond "Fu" (Marge) and Clyde "Bud" Pierce. Friends will be received Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 641 Vermont Ave., Glassport. Funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Monday at 11:00 am by the Rev. Bruce Stallings. Interment will be in the McKeesport-Versailles Cemetery.
February 09, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Louis Bucko, age 69, of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired after more than 42 years as a project superintendent for CEC Environmental Consultants in Moon Twp. He enjoyed fishing, trips to the casino, and hanging out with his dog Cash. Born June 26, 1954 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Louis F. and Anna (Dunda) Bucko. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Deborah K. (Simms) Bucko; children, Sarah G. Bucko of Pittsburgh and Christopher M. Bucko of Clairton; sisters, Barbara Bergmann of Concord, CA and Cecelia (Joseph) Dimperio of Mt. Lebanon; also, many nieces and nephews. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
February 08, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Geneva Marie Washington, 76, died February 2, 2024. Friends will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. Feb. 12 at Macedonia Baptist Church, 17 Cochran St., Duquesne, PA, where a funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Feb. 13. Interment will follow at Richland Cemetery, Dravosburg. Arrangements are in care of Tunie Funeral Home.
February 08, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
William “Bill” James Dudik, 87, of McKeesport, PA died on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh after a sudden illness.
He was born in McKeesport on August 5, 1936 and was the son of the late Mike Dudik and Julia (Vojnyik) Dudik.
He was a 1954 graduate of McKeesport High School, then served in the US Air Force. Bill went on to receive a Bachelor of Science with a major in Psychology from The University of Pittsburgh, graduating in 1976.
Bill was a proprietor of a wholesale goods importing company, owned a sewing machine sales and repair shop, then also worked in sales at Tom Clark’s Used Autos. He was certified and elected as a Constable and also worked as a security guard. Bill was a life-long avid collector and seller of vintage and antique items.
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February 08, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Justin M. Detar, Sr., 44, of Sewickley Twp, passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2024. He was born March 1, 1979 in Greensburg and was the son of Anthony J. (Kathy) Detar and Nancy L. Getchey (John) Jury. Justin worked in Masonry and Construction and was very proud of his craft. He enjoyed fishing with his children on the Yough River and also enjoyed camping. He will be greatly missed.
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February 08, 2024 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
February 08, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Alberta Geraldine (DiFalco) Julian, age 89 of Pleasant Hills and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 in Jefferson Hospital. Born November 5, 1934 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Dominic and Josephine (DaBaldo) DiFalco. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, Alberta was a member of the mothers club of the former St. Clare of Assisi Parish, a volunteer at St. Clare Convent, and a former Democratic Committeewoman. She also enjoyed her many trips to New York City. Besides her parents, Alberta was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony James Julian, who passed away October 29, 2021, and her siblings: Joseph DiFalco, Anna Pastore, and Ellen Julian. She is survived by her children Thomas Julian of Pittsburgh and Barbara (Joe) Mills of West Mifflin; and also many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. There is no visitation scheduled for Alberta.
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