January 30, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
Michael E. Long of Port Vue died Jan. 5, 2023. Beloved husband of Candy (Stinebaugh) Long. Loving father of Alisha Long, Ken Long, and the late Ronald G. Long and the late Michael C. Long. Mike was a DJ for 40 years. Along with his wife Candy they were on several radio stations presenting the Magic Music show. They spent the last 11 years at 810 WEDO. Mike was in the Army, he was very proud to be a part of the military. He enjoyed fishing at any chance he got. Mike was die-hard Pirate fan. He also enjoyed the Steelers and was a lifelong member of the White Oak American Legion.
Arrangements were in care of James F. Kutch Funeral Homes & Crematory, 433 Lincoln Highway, East McKeesport, PA 15035, (412) 823-4054.
January 30, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Thomas Carl Wilson Sr. of Smithdale, Pennsylvania died peacefully at home on January 18, 2023. He was born in Fitz Henry, Pennsylvania on March 2, 1933.
He was the son of William Lloyd Wilson Sr and Florence Lydia Miller Wilson, the grandson of LaRoyal Wilson Sr/ Marcella Boone and David Miller/Parthenia Reeves, David Miller was born a slave in Virginia. He is survived by his wife Gloria Dixon Wilson of Smithdale, daughters, Yvonne Carol Riley of Pittsburgh, Prudence Diane Norman of Pittsburgh, Nicola Jean Houston of Smithdale; sons Rev. Thomas Carl Wilson Jr (Jeanette) of Macon, Georgia, Kenneth Edward Wilson of Smithdale, Joseph Daryl Wilson (Theresa) of Indianapolis, and Dwayne Earl Wilson of Pittsburgh; sister Gladys Maria Isbell of Silver Springs, Maryland, and brothers David LaRoyal Wilson of McKeesport and John Albert Wilson of Greensburg; 12 grandchildren (Shannon, Christopher, Lauren, Chantel, Jasmine, Molly, AJ, Alysha, Joey, Morgan, Caitlyn, and Timothy) and 8 great-grandchildren (Carson, Lyric, Tori, CeeJay, Roman, Karter, Gabby, and Leighton). He was preceded in death by his parents William Lloyd Wilson Sr and Florence Lydia Miller, brothers James Edward Wilson, William Lloyd Wilson Jr, and Kenneth Jerome Wilson, sisters Mary Ellen Wilson, Florence Miller Abbott, and Doris Jean Farmer, and grandson Ian Joseph Riley.
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January 30, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
William H. Schlander, 82, of Belle Vernon, formerly of Port Vue, died Saturday, January 28, 2023. He was born September 2, 1940, a son of the late Harvey V. Schlander and Bessie (Hamilton) Schlander, and his step-father, Harry Schlander. William served in the U.S. Navy on the USS DesMoines. He was employed by the U.S. Postal Service, First Sterling, and Reliant Steel, and retired after 30 years with Safety Kleen Corporation. A former member of the Port Vue Athletic Association, he coached girls’ softball.
He was a member of the US Cruisers Club, VFW Post 698 of North Belle Vernon, and was an active member of the Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church, Elizabeth. William was the husband of 62 years, to Arlene (Faust) Schlander, whom he married on October 15, 1960. They raised two daughters, Vicki (David) Anderson of West Newton and Denise (James) Kish of Wheeling, West Virginia; four grandchildren, Sarah (Paul) Cunningham of Oakura, New Zealand, Caitlyn (Michael Mistick of Chantilly, Virginia, Jillian (Carl) Peitz of Marriottsville, Maryland, and Jaime (Kelsey) Kish of Alexandria, Virginia; eight great grandchildren, Paul, Emma, Louie, Cameron, Theo, Sadie, Molly, and Sylvie.
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January 30, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Karen Jean Penn, age 63, of White Oak, died on January 26, 2023. Born September 21, 1959, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Larry and Irene (Fleming) Reitz.
Karen was a member of the Glassport Assembly of God. She liked cooking her famous pot pies and baking. Karen enjoyed watching any sport especially cheering on the Pittsburgh teams. She was an animal lover and had a dog, Casper, a cat, Missy, and a rabbit.
Karen is survived by her children, Mandy (Matthew) Wagner and Martin Penn III; grandchildren, Jordan and Alexander Wagner; siblings, Irene (Daniel) Brieck, Cindy Palmer, and Raymond Reitz; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
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January 30, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Annetta P. “Tetta” (Lynch) Stracelsky Hall, arrived on a snowy January 14th in 1927, and departed this earth on Saturday, January 28, 2023. She was 96 years old. Her last residence was at Redstone Highlands Senior Community, North Huntingdon, where she was an original member and lived out her long-time passion of crocheting baby blankets and passing out peppermint patties. Originally from Walker Heights, Elizabeth, she was the daughter of the late James Daniel and Elizabeth M. (Goldstrohm) Lynch. After being widowed twice, Tetta lived her first married life with the late (Big) Paul A. Stracelsky in Forward Twp. for 43 years and had one daughter, Lisa (George) Bowers that gave her two grandchildren, Mark & Amy, that she loved and enjoyed watching grow. They all enjoyed many years of antique cars and travels with others from Mon Valley Region (AACA) and the Three-River's Region (Model A Restorer's Club). Also, a second marriage to the late Kirk E. Hall of Rostraver, Belle Vernon and Redstone Highlands, for 18 years. They enjoyed the outings they could go on to the Mountain Playhouse in Jennerstown and wherever the car took them next. While in Elizabeth High School, class of 1944, Tetta's first job was to learn to be a switchboard operator in Highland Park, Pittsburgh. Once graduated and working closer to home, she went on to be a switchboard operator at Ruben's Furniture in McKeesport, and then on to their accounts receivable department. After a brief time of also being a switchboard operator in Elizabeth, she then devoted 10 years in the office of Morrow's Jewelers, McKeesport, until 1959. Overlapping jobs and a new baby for 3 years, she was then founding, developing and office managing the family-run business of Paul Stracelsky Oil Products where she retired at the age of 75. She served and was a member of Round Hill Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth Twp.
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January 28, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Monique “Mo” Hill Marwani, age 48, of Hagerstown, MD, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on November 20, 2022. Born February 9, 1974, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of a devoted father, Russell Walton Hill of Hagerstown, MD, and a loving mother, Cathryn A. (Keith H.) Buchanan Stevenson of McKeesport.
Mo was a model, fashion designer, and bridal consultant, amongst many other things, throughout her remarkable life. She brought beauty and grace to this world and shared that with everyone she knew. Her career started as early as pre-school at Grady Day School of Squirrel Hill, where she was picked to do a commercial for PNC Bank at four years old. She then attended Mineda Elementary School for kindergarten through 6 grade. During that time, she participated in music, went to ballet and tap dance school, and was also a Brownie in Buena Vista, PA. She then moved on to Elizabeth Forward High School, where she participated in music, volleyball, and track and field.
During her Junior year, she was a candidate for Black Ms. Teenage Pageant and placed in the top 15. She was also active in the Ms. Uniontown Pageant and won 1st place for Ms. Sportswear and took the crown for Ms. Uniontown.
Mo then received a modeling contract with American Eagle Magazine. During the summer of her Junior year, she was invited to the Welcome Home parade for the famous Football Hall of Fame Joe Montana, the quarterback for the San Francisco 49 er's and Kansas City Chiefs. In her senior year, she was also a Black Ms. Teenage Pageant contestant and placed runner-up! She Graduated Class of 1992 from Elizabeth Forward High School.
After high school, she was called back to be a Preliminary-Judge for the Black Ms. Teenage Pageant. Mo then moved to Harrisburg and worked for the State Department, where she worked for PHEAA Education Assistance Agency. She also attended the Philadelphia College of Textile and Science for Fashion and Design, where she participated in cheerleading, soccer, and choir. Mo also modeled for Marriot Bridal shows and participated in Swimsuit Magazine. After designing school, she worked at Bettina's Clothing Shop in Bethesda, MD, for experience and became an entrepreneur in woman's fashion and opened her own shop, "Your Private Closet."
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January 28, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Gary Robert Andres, Sr., 72, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023. He was born July 1, 1950 in McKeesport and was the son to the late Andrew George and Lulu Mae (Terry) Andres. Gary worked for various HVAC Companies as a technician and installer, but also had his own business on the side as a Tractor Mechanic for many people around the area. He shared a hunting camp with his brothers and spent a lot of time hunting and fishing. He enjoyed taking rides on his motorcycles, and as he got older, he became a real good classic car enthusiast. Cruising around town or refurbishing old classics, he was always on the hunt for different makes & models to fix.
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January 28, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Elizabeth "Betty" Jane (Reynolds) Travis, age 81, of West Newton, formerly of Grove City, passed away on Friday, January 27, 2023 at Penn Highlands Mon Valley Hospital. She was a retired salesclerk for Oneida in Grove City and a loving foster parent. She enjoyed traveling to Lancaster, doing puzzles, sewing, camping, and family history. She loved talking to people and made friends quickly. Born August 29, 1941, in Grove City, she was a daughter of the late William and Ruth (Gregg) Reynolds and wife of the late David Travis. She is survived by a daughter, Beth (Jim Hackney) Travis of Fraser, MI; sons, Robert (Carol) Frazier of Elizabeth Twp. and John Frazier; grandsons, James (Ivy McClatchey) of St. Clair Shores, MI, David Hackney of Fraser, MI and Christopher Hackney of Ann Arbor, MI; great-grandson, Gennady Hackney; also, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Reynolds. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, from 2-4 and 6-8PM. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at 10 AM in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home chapel with Rev. Matt Fricker officiating. Burial will follow in Prairie Cemetery, Harrisville. Memorial contributions may be made to Grove City Community Library, 125 W. Main Street, Grove City, PA 16127. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
January 28, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Gregory S. Germuska, 62, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, January 27, 2023 at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born October 20, 1960 in McKeesport, a son of Donald Germuska and the late MaryAnn (Kosanovic) Germuska. Greg was a beverage specialist for US Foods and a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church and attended Miller United Methodist Church with his wife. He was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '78 and California University of PA. He enjoyed hunting, cutting grass and spending time with his family and pets. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Beth (Kennedy) Germuska; daughters, Megan Connelly and her husband, Brian, Kami DiazBucio and her husband, Misael; brothers, Dan (Kim), Dane (Shani), Jeff (Michelle); grandchildren, Aiden, Kailyn, Tristen, Gavin Connelly, Nathen and Kasen DiazBucio; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Miller United Methodist Church, Brighton Township Bears or Beaver Bobcats. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 27, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Violet R. Ghrist, age 85, of Glassport, died on January 22, 2023, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born January 14, 1938, in Canonsburg, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Ida May (Holmes) Hyson and wife of the late William J. Ghrist.
Violet dedicated her life to taking care of her family and home. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, Pleasant Hills Ward. Violet enjoyed reading, cooking, and watching her shows on National Geographic Wild and movies about Emma and Joseph Smith, founders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She loved her family and dogs, Princess, Zella, Prince, and Ivory.
Violet is survived by her children, George (Sandy) Ghrist, Cindy (Brian) Sycz, Penny Ghrist, Edward (Ada) Ghrist, and Dana Ghrist; grandchildren, Eddie Jr. Ghrist, Nicole Ghrist, Tabby Oliverio, Tara Oliverio, Melissa Ghrist, Mikey Needham, and Leigh (Richard) Chatkin; great-grandchildren, Taliyah Andreoli, Trinity Hill, Michael Young, Candence Chatkin, Kinsey Chatkin, and William Needham.
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January 27, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Giovanni "John" Mannarino, 73, of Boston, passed away Thursday, January 26. 2023 at home surrounded by his family. He was born August 17, 1949 in Crotone, Italy and was the son of the late Francesco and Elisabetta (Ierardi) Mannarino. John was a member of Saint Nicholas of Myra Byzantine Catholic Church, McKeesport. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins fan and had previously coached soccer at East Allegheny High School. John had worked numerous jobs throughout his life, including a concrete laborer and in stock at Giant Eagle in White Oak. He will be greatly missed.
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January 27, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Alan R. Ochap, age 72, of McKeesport, died on January 25, 2023, at home. Born January 18, 1951, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Albert and Grace (Prutz) Ochap and the husband of Carla Ochap.
Alan retired from Stringert Inc. as a union roofer. He was a member of the United Union of Roofers and Allied Workers Local #37. Alan was a hardworking man. Most of all, he enjoyed spoiling his grandkids.
In addition to his wife, Carla, he is survived by his children, Johanna (Dan ) Kessler, Wendy (Floyd) Gault, and Chris Ochap; grandchildren, Floyd (Taylor) Gault III and Emily Gault; great-granddaughter, Adelaide Gault; siblings, Joseph (Dorothy) Ochap, Debra Oakes and Eva (Bonnie) Ochap; and many nieces and nephews.
Alan was also preceded in death by his son, Mark Ochap.
Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Thursday, February 2, 2023, from 5 p.m. until funeral service at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.
Condolences and memories may be shared at. www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com
Supervisor, Charles Danforth
January 27, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Alice L. Ivkovich, 93, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, January 27, 2023 at LGAR Health and Rehabilitation. She was born October 28, 1929 in Jeannette, a daughter of the late Archie and Anna May(Deithorn) Mullaert. Prior to her retirement, Alice was a distributor for Standard Observer Newspaper and later a merchandiser for American Greeting Cards. Alice also worked alongside her husband Nick as a photographer's assistant and together they captured many local weddings. She was a member of St. Agnes Parish and the Emerald Club, and enjoyed playing cards in various card clubs and spending the winters in Florida. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas Ivkovich, brother, Archie Mullaert and daughter-in-law, Maureen. She is survived by her children, Philip and his wife, Laura, Paul and his wife, Fran, Mark, Amy McCabe and her husband, Tim; grandchildren, Amy (Philip), Cara (Erik), Philip (Sarah), William, Timothy; great-grandchildren, Kasey, Joseph, Peyton, Paige, Bryce and Indy. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Entombment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Agnes Emerald Club or LGAR Health & Rehabilitation. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 27, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Eileen Jordan Gerneth, age 86, of Point Breeze, passed away peacefully at Longwood at Oakmont surrounded by her family where she was known for her beautiful smile and endearing ways. Eileen was born in McKeesport to Eileen Kelly Jordan and Anthony Jordan of Jordan Bananas. She spent most of her growing up years in Laurel Mountain Park in Ligonier.
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January 27, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Pauline Marsh-Kelly, age 93, of West Mifflin, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at home. She was born in Philadelphia on January 19, 1930, was a retired telephone operator for AT&T for 36 years, lived in Garden Grove, CA from 1950-2018 and in West Mifflin from 2018 to the present. She proudly served her country in the Marine Corps from 1948-1950. She was the daughter of late Helen (Antonitis) Evans; wife of the late Jack Harris Marsh for 45 years; mother of Kenneth Marsh of Garden Grove, CA and the late Arthur Marsh; “bonus daughter,” daughter-in-law Laura “Lola” Marsh of West Mifflin; grandmother of Sean Marsh of Carson, CA, Kristina DiVirgilio of Verona, Amy Garcia of Redmond, WA and Travis Marsh of Redmond, WA; 10 great grandchildren; and cousin, Patsy Lescavage of Tuscon, AZ. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
