January 25, 2023 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Sandra (Dancu) Claudiu, 70 of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, January 24th, 2023, at her home. She was born in Bucharest, Romania on October 13th, 1952, to the late Ion and Petra Dancu. She is survived by her loving son Alexander Claudiu of Clairton. Sandra was preceded in death by her brother Paul Dancu. She enjoyed interior design, collecting antiques, and working as a Registered Nurse. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
January 25, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Vernon “Butch” K. Garland, age 80, of Tionesta, PA, died on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. He was born in Glassport, PA on March 8, 1942 and is the son of the late Lester (Helen) Garland and Isabelle Findura Evans. Vernon proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1961 until 1963, then later was employed at Ohio Power and retired from Westinghouse as a maintenance technician.
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January 24, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Doreen E. Hornfeck, age 75, of West Mifflin, PA, died on January 23, 2023. She was born in Findlay, Ohio, on February 24, 1947 and is the daughter of the late Adolf Lucas and Esther Marie Powers. She is survived by her spouse, Ronald Hornfeck. Doreen was retired, after having been employed as a Licensed Practical Nurse and later as an administrative assistant at UPMC Mercy.
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January 24, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Ada Isadora Moffett, age 97, of McKeesport, PA, died on January 24, 2023. She was born in McKeesport on July 5, 1925 and is the daughter of the late Thomas Pearson and Permilla C. Divens.
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January 24, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
John C. Oswald, 82, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Pitcairn, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023. He was born July 7, 1940 in New York, New York and was the son of the late George D. and Marion (Kelley) Oswald. John worked for over thirty plus years for HUD. He attended The Pitcairn Assembly of God and formerly attended the Pitcairn United Methodist Church. He was a Mason and a retired member of The Pitcairn Fire Department #1. He met his wife of 64 years in Dunmore, PA and went on to have 3 children, 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren together. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and was an avid Pittsburgh Panthers and college football fan. He will be greatly missed.
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January 23, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Karlee Paige (Wilhelm) McDermitt, 26, of Bethel Park, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 22, 1996 in Greensburg and grew up in Blythedale. She is survived by her husband, Arthur “Artie” McDermitt, of Bethel Park; parents, John and Kathy (Keddie)Wilhelm of Elizabeth Township; brother, John Wilhelm of Corpus Christi, TX., sisters, Katelyn (Jordan McKelvey) Wilhelm and Katrinia Wilhelm of Elizabeth Township and Kayla (Brendan) Batchelor of Chagrin Falls, OH. She was also aunt of Declan, Bri, John Jr., and Maddie; and great aunt to Finan. Karlee graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School before attending Slippery Rock University where she met the love of her life, Artie. While Artie served in the US Army, Karlee supported and awaited his safe return home. The two were married September 18, 2021 and celebrated alongside their family and friends. Karlee loved to travel, was generous with her time and a spirited woman. She loved animals, especially their dogs Tanner (who is waiting for her), Hank and Katie, both of whom were a great comfort to her in the last year. Her family and friends will love and remember her always.
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January 23, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Susan Lacey, 62, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023. She was born May 9, 1960 and is the daughter of the late Andrew and Emma (Banko) Paskan. She was raised in Sutersville and graduated from Sewickley High School, now known as the Yough School District. She was a dedicated wife to the late Gregory C. Lacey before his passing in 2017. Susan was also a Home Caretaker at the Mt. Vernon of Elizabeth Nursing Home. She is survived by her four sons, Gregory C. Lacey II of Sutersville, Nicholas G. (Alisha) Lacey of Glassport, Tyler M. Lacey and Rory S. Lacey, both of Elizabeth; grand-daughter, Skylar Lacey; her brother, Daniel Paskan, and her nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Susan is preceded in death by her brother, John Paskan. All services are private. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Elizabeth Township, PA 15135. (412) 751-5000, Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
January 23, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Vincent J. “Jimmy” Marino, age 81, passed away peacefully, at his home in New Port Richey, FL, on January 15, 2023. He was born on September 10, 1941, in Duquesne, PA, son of the late Vincent and Mary Marino. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Vince was the life of a party and made everyone laugh. He enjoyed Christmas time, cooking lots of food, and spending time with his family. Vince cherished his little dog, Misty (foo-foo). In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Christopher Truxal. He is survived by his wife, Linda Marino; loving father to Scott Marino, Dean (Jen) Marino, Kimberly (John) Maywood and Misty (Brian) Suley; proud pappy to Kodi, Jakob, Marissa, Vinny and Maxine, Christopher; step children, Teresa, Trish (Derek), Christine and their children Chelsea, Brandea, Dylan, Jason, Brian, Michele; and several cousins and friends.
Burial service will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin, with Military Honors. July 15, 2023 at 10 am.
January 23, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
John F. Mazzarese, age 84, of West Mifflin, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023. Born in Pittsburgh on May 22, 1938, he was the son of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Abell) Mazzarese. He worked in sales, was Catholic by faith, was a member of the Friends of Bill W. for 41 years and also a member of the Friends of Jimmy K. He is the father of Angela Mazzarese of West Mifflin, Michelle Mazzarese of Pittsburgh and late John Mazzarese; 1 grandchild; 5 great grandchildren; and brother of Carmella (late Joseph) Keilly of Avalon, Angelo (Judy) Mazzarese of Port Allegheny, Michael (Vivian) Mazzarese of West Mifflin, Peter (late Louise Ann Brendza) Mazzarese of West Mifflin, Gordon (Jeannie) Mazzarese of West Mifflin and late Frank Mazzarese. No visitation or services are planned. 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.
January 20, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Alison (Jill) Zora, 89, of McKeesport, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away at the Palms at O'Neil Personal Care Home on Wednesday, January 18th, 2023. Alison (Jill) was born in Bootle, England on November 23, 1933 and is the daughter to the late Donald and Lillian McKinlay. She met her husband, American g.i., William Zora while he was stationed at Buttonwood Air Force Base, and they got married in 1953 in England. After coming to the United States Alison (Jill) was a stay home housewife and mother. Alison (Jill) and William had 2 children, Eugene and Tammy. In the early 70' s she decided to join the workforce. She worked 3 Rivers Bank, Wayne Weil Carpeting, and Sears. After retiring from Sears, she started to travel on many adventures with her children. She then got an appetite for cruises; traveling to Alaska, Spain, France, Italy and most of the Mediterranean Islands. She had a very strong spirit, a mind of her own, and a great sense of adventure until recently when the illnesses took its toll. She loved her family, her grand-kitties, gambling, Reese's peanut butter cups, and Ben and Jerry's ice cream; Cherries Garcia flavor.
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January 20, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Betty Lois Heath, 94, of Greenock, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at home. She was born June 28, 1928 in Jacobs Creek and was the daughter of the late Edward and Kathleen (Lancaster) Malone. She was the wife of the late Harry F. Heath who passed away February 4, 2010. They were married for 64 years. Betty was a faithful member of the Greenock United Methodist Church and was a former member of the Elizabeth Township Senior Citizens and the Greenock Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. She worked the former Immel's in Eastland Shopping Center and had retired from the former McKeesport YMCA Camp Soles.
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January 20, 2023 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Veronica "Ronnie" Mary (Wurtz) Bodner-Lucas, 89, of Duquesne, died Jan. 20, 2023. She is the daughter of the late John and Gertrude Wurtz and wife of the late Simon Bodner (1991) and Bernard Lucas (2019). She is survived by her daughters Deborah (Robert) Kahl, Marie (Larry) Schultz and Cheryl (Robert) Harshman; son Charles Bodner; gandchildren Allison (Kahl) Cubberley, Elisha (Schultz) Belanger, Kristine (Schultz) Galloway, Keith Harshman, Jeff Harshman and Michele Harshman; brother Ted Wurtz; 13 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her sisters Anna Clark and Agnes Koch and brother Adam Wurtz. Ronnie was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Wed. from 10 to 11 am. A funeral mass will be held 11:00 am at St. Joseph Church with Father Tom Lewandowski. Inurnment following Holy Name Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels.
January 20, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ralph J. Winkler, 75, of Irwin, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023. He was born January 28, 1947 in McKeesport, a son of the late Donald and Helen Winkler. Prior to his retirement, Ralph was a foundry worker for WABCO and a veteran of the US Army having served during the Vietnam War era. He enjoyed being in the outdoors hunting and fishing, visiting casinos, playing the lottery and cards, and especially loved being a granddad. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene Winkler; brothers, David and Donald. He is survived by his son, Steve; daughters, Deann Hays, Darcy Peer and her husband, Dennis; sister, Susan; grandchildren, Christopher, Collin, Michael, Kari, Kylee, Annabelle; and great-granddaughter, Alexis. Friends will be received from 2-6 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Funeral service to follow at 6 p.m. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 20, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Edward F. Valenta, Jr., “J.R.”, age 84, of North Versailles, PA, died on January 19, 2023 at home. He was born in McKeesport on June 19, 1938 and is the son of the late Edward F., Sr. and Anna Mae O’Brien Valenta.
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January 18, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Alex Frank Kadar, age 95, of Haddonfield, NJ, formerly of White Oak, PA, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023. Al was born September 6, 1927, in McKeesport, PA, a second generation Hungarian American, and lived in McKeesport for 74 years.
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