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Phyllis Kelly

December 23, 2022 |

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

Phyllis Kelly, age 84 of North Huntingdon, peacefully passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022 in Excela Westmoreland Hospital with her family by her side.  Born February 1, 1938 in Duquesne, she was a daughter of the late Neil and Helen (Dubyak) Palmieri.  Besides her parents, Phyllis has finally rejoined those who preceded her in death, including her daughter Dawn R. Kelly.  She is survived by her husband James M. Kelly; her sons James B. Kelly, Martin (Cathy) Kelly, and Robert T. Kelly; her grandchildren: Karri, Kimberly (Matt), Kristy, Cheyenne, Donny (Amanda), Brian, Bruce, Bradley (Emily), Marti (Bill), Emily, and Sarah; her great-grandchildren: Alexia, Payton, Mason, Nolan, Presley, and Dakota; and her sister Karen Palmieri.  A memorial service will take place on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 11 AM at the First Evangelical Free Church, 4001 University Dr, McKeesport, PA 15132.  The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the family to help defray costs.  Arrangements by the Daniel F. Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory, Versailles. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Evelyn Margaret Pastor

December 22, 2022 |

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

Evelyn Margaret Pastor, age 94, of McKeesport, PA, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 19, 2022. She was born in McKeesport, PA, on September 18, 1928 and is the daughter of the late Michael and Mary Fisco Racko. She was previously employed by Johnston the Florist as a floral designer and was a member of the former St. Joseph Church in Port Vue.

 
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Frances E. Fichtner

December 22, 2022 |

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

Frances E. Fichtner, age 96, of White Oak, died on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. She was born in Keystone, West Virginia on March 5, 1926 and is the daughter of the late Frank Staskus and Kasimiria Eizonas Staskus. She is the wife of the late William Kerston and the late Dr. James L. Fichtner.

 
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Vincent C. Johnson II

December 22, 2022 |

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

Vincent C. Johnson II, of South Park, died on Monday, December 19, 2022. He was born at Cherry Point Marine Corps base, Havelock, NC on October 24, 1987 and is the son of Cathy Lewis (Bob) Ciora of South Park and the late Vincent C. Johnson.

 
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Robert R. Robb

December 22, 2022 |

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

Robert R. Robb, 84 of McKeesport, passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2022.  He was born September 20, 1938 in McKeesport and was the son of the late George Robb, Jr. and Josephine (Kosco) Robb. He was the husband of the late Louise (Gracon) Robb who passed away August 16, 2006 after 46 years of a loving marriage. He is survived by his children: Robert C. (Karen) Robb of White Oak, and Laurie (Christopher) Gricar of North Versailles. Proud Pap of grandchildren: Elizabeth (Jesse) Lape of Liberty Boro, Tyler Gricar (Dara Damianos) of North Versailles, Victoria (Patrick) Kavinski of Buena Vista. Great Grand Pap to Thomas Robb Lape and Henry Lee Lape. He was preceded in death by his brother, George Robb, sister, Adrienne Stewart, and nephew, Jeff Robb. Bob was a retired truck driver for Overnight Transportation, after 33 years of long-distance driving. Through the younger years, Bob was an avid player in baseball and softball.

 
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Margaret DeDominicis

December 22, 2022 |

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

Margaret DeDominicis, age 83 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital.  Born April 28, 1939 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late George and Sarah (Houston) Pazo.  A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton, Margaret worked as a Phlebotomist at McKeesport Hospital, was a member of the Croatian Fraternal Union, Lodge #146 in Clairton, and was an avid card player and fan of Notre Dame Football.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John V. DeDominicis, who passed away February 20, 1983, and her siblings Rosemary Rudez, Fr. Jack A. Pazo, and Ruth Ann Skop.  Margaret is survived by her children Dana DeDominicis of Clairton, Rosanne DeDominicis of Clairton, Daniel DeDominicis of Clairton, and Paul (Paula) DeDominicis of Jefferson Hills; and also many nieces and nephews. 

 
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Paul William Hunter

December 22, 2022 |

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

Paul William Hunter, 63, of Greenock, passed away Friday, December 16, 2022. He was born December 2, 1959 in McKeesport and was the son of Paul "Skip" and Beverly "Joy" (Holsing) Hunter of Greenock. Paul attended the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church. He loved to sing, and sang in the church choir, as well as a leader of the youth group for many years. He was deeply involved with the Auberle Home in McKeesport where he mentored and fostered young men including his sons, Robert and Amado. He worked for UPMC McKeesport Hospital and had previously worked  for the former G.C. Murphy Co.

 
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Patricia N. Senay

December 21, 2022 |

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

 
Patricia N. Senay, 74 of McKeesport, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022. She was born July 10, 1948 in McKeesport and was the daughter to the late George and Naomi (Garlow) Malos. Pat worked for Point Park University as a Business Manager & for Penn State University as an Administrative Assistant. She was on the Board of Directors for Meals on Wheels, and donated a lot her time preparing meals for those in need. 
 
 
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John Patrick Kegley

December 21, 2022 |

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

John Patrick Kegley, 30, of West Elizabeth, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022.  He was born July 23, 1992 in McKeesport and was the son of Patricia L. (Kevin) Kasan. He worked as a lead electrician for numerous places over the years.  John was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed canoeing, the wilderness, guns and bows.  He enjoyed gaming, watching and attending pro wresting events,and all sports. John was an old soul who enjoyed all genres of music, and loved to dance. He also liked going to the casino and playing craps.    He was studying to become a realtor and barber. John loved his sons, and lived his life for his kids. He had a contagious smile and energy and will be so missed by all who knew and loved him.

 
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Karen J. Clark

December 21, 2022 |

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

Karen J. Clark, 77, of Hahntown, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022.  She was born June 23, 1945 in Monongahela, a daughter of the late Daniel and Jean Kessler.  Prior to her retirement, Karen worked for Fisher Body in security and  production. She was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, enjoyed listening to music, especially Elvis Presley, visiting the casinos and playing the lottery.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Brown.  She is survived by her life partner, Jamel Solomon; son, James Clark; daughter, Angela Souarit and her husband, Sonny, and Robin Lender; grandchildren, Michael, Tyler, Robert, Riley, Randy, Erin, Autumn, Dylan, Dallys; and five great-grandchildren.  Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642.  A funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery, McKeesport, PA.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Thomas E. Grygo

December 21, 2022 |

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

Thomas E. Grygo, 93, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022. He was born February 28, 1929 in McKeesport and was the son to the late Leo "Bozo" and Miona (Riley) Grygo. He was the husband to the late Anna R. Grygo, who passed away September 4, 2021. Thomas grew up Catholic and was a former member of St. Perpetua. In his youth, he was a gymnast & throughout his life, he remained an avid jogger. He would listen to music while jogging, but his favorite artist to listen to was Frank Sinatra. He served in the Army, and then went on to work for US Steel for many years before retirement. Thomas absolutely adored his wife, Anna, and devoted his time to taking great care of her throughout their lives together, especially into her later years before her passing. He was a dog lover, and enjoyed spending his time playing and taking care of them too.

 
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Sheila I. Hairston

December 21, 2022 |

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

Sheila I. Hairston, age 63 of McKeesport, died December 10, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport. Born November 5, 1959, in Clairton, she was the daughter of the late Calvin Lee and Mary Jane (White) Hairston.

 
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Norma J. Malloy

December 20, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Norma J. Malloy, age 91, of Duquesne, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at home. Born in Pittsburgh on September 29, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Casmir Ganczak and the late Julia (Novak) Ganczak Toth. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Joseph Church and was a member of the former Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild, where she served as president, vice president and treasurer. She also belonged to the choir and was a CCD teacher. Norma was the wife of the late Francis M. “Sonny” Malloy; mother of Paul (Janice) Malloy of Munhall, Sharon Malloy McCracken of West Mifflin, Patrick Malloy of Duquesne and the late Dennis Malloy; grandmother of Diana (Nick) Barney, Melanie Boyer, Hannah Malloy, Sean Malloy and Brittany McCracken; sister of Rosemary Monzak of Library, PA, late Ronald Ganczak and late Robert (Chris survives) Toth; and sister-in-law of Marcia (late Jim) Malloy of West Mifflin. She is also survived by nieces and nephews and former daughters-in-law Carmen and Pamela. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 22, 2022, from 11:00 a.m.-12:30 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. A Blessing Service will be held after visitation, on Thursday, December 22, 2022, at 12:30 p.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m., in St. Joseph Church-Duquesne, with Rev. Dan Sweeney officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.

 


Nancy Jo Hawthorne

December 20, 2022 |

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

Nancy Jo Hawthorne, age 68, of Chillicothe, Ohio, died December 17, 2022. Born August 9, 1954, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Loretta (Baker) Pomycala and the wife of James L. Hawthorne.

 
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Gayle Elizabeth Bales

December 19, 2022 |

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

Gayle Elizabeth Bales, 81, of Monroeville, formerly of Versailles Boro, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2022.   She was born May 7, 1941 in McKeesport and the daughter of the late Gordon C. and Alma E. (Dobrish) Kengle.  She was the wife of the late Charles Lester Bales who passed away October 19, 2020.  Gayle was a nurse for over 35 years at UPMC McKeesport Hospital.  She was a member of the former St. John's Lutheran Church in McKeesport. Gayle enjoyed doing needle-point, embroidery, and doing sudoku, word searches and adult coloring books..

 
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