December 03, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Kathryn Diamond, 88, of Springbrook Township, PA, formerly of McKeesport, passed away Friday, December 2, 2022. She was born October 20, 1934 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Richard and Leona (Pencoski) Diamond. Kathryn graduated with her Associates degree from California State College. She worked as a School Nurse for the McKeesport Area School District for many years prior to retirement. She was a long time member of St. Pius V., and eventually became a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Corpus Christi. She is survived by her son-in-law, Archie Parker; granddaughter, Jillian (Jeremy) Wall; and great-grandson, Alexander Wall. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Kelli Parker; brothers, James and C. Richard Diamond; and sister, Anna Stolinski. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Funeral Mass will be held Monday, December 5, 2022 at 10:00 am. Interment will follow at the McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
December 03, 2022 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Erika L. Roberts, age 43, of West Mifflin, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2022, in UPMC Shadyside. Born in Pittsburgh on August 9, 1979, she is the daughter of Francis and Loretta (Duran) Waskiewicz of West Mifflin. Erika was a graduate of West Mifflin High School class of 1998, worked at All Pro Screening in Hays, was a member of the Riverview Board of Directors, and was committed to her family. She is the loving wife of 22 years of Garret R. Roberts; mother of Jeramy Roberts of West Mifflin and Sierra Roberts of West Mifflin; sister of Erin Ruttenberg of West Mifflin; aunt of Shannon Maxwell and Madison Ruttenberg and great aunt of Neveah McCoy. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 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, where a Blessing Service will be held at 7:30 p.m., with Deacon Dan D’Antonio officiating.
December 02, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Frank M. Andrisko, age 62, of Monongahela and formerly of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2022 at UPMC Mercy Hospital. He was the owner of Andrisko Plumbing & Heating. Born August 3, 1960 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Frank and Ruth Naomi (Lynch) Andrisko. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Kathy (Adams) Andrisko; son, Taylor Andrisko of Carroll Twp.; mother-in-law, Emily Adams of New Eagle; brothers-in-law, Gregg and Sean Adams, both of Finleyville; and an aunt, Phyllis Turner of Elizabeth. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Monday, December 5, 2022 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A blessing service will take place on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at 12 Noon in the funeral home with Deacon Dale DiSanto officiating. Burial in Monongahela Cemetery, Monongahela. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
December 02, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Florence Bonadio- Loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother
Florence “Flo” Bonadio of Glassport, passed away peacefully, Thursday December 1, 2022, at the age of 99. Florence was born November 11, 1923 to Mary Mehara and Frank Shadwick. Married October 10, 1942, she joins her husband of 56 years, Natale “Nate” Bonadio, who passed in 1998. She was the dear mother of the late Donna (Dennis) Frattaroli, David (Judi) Bonadio, and Danette (the late Mark) Stasko. She is survived by 7 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers- Barney and Joe Shadwick, her sisters- Irene Bonadio and many Bonadio in-laws.
Flo was a proud member of Sts. Joachim and Ann Parish in Glassport where she was a dedicated volunteer at various events but really enjoyed working the fish frys. She was formerly employed as a waitress for many years at the Elbow Room in McKeesport. Flo was faith filled and walked to church every day until she was 90. She loved her family and we all knew that when we were in her presence. We will miss her signature red hair, her funny sayings, playing cards with her, her delicious Italian cooking and talking to her about her Bingo nights.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, December 10 at 9:30 am at St. Joachim and Ann Parish (Queen of the Rosary campus) in Glassport, PA. Interment will follow at Round Hill Cemetery. A heartfelt thank you to the people at Jefferson Rehab and Wellness who helped Flo through some difficult years, but especially her hospice nurse, Sherry and aide, Heather, from Caring Hospice, who showered her with compassion and care.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Flo’s memory to Sts Joachim and Ann Parish, 530 Michigan Ave. Glassport, PA 15045.
December 02, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Lawrence W. Stanczak, age 84, of McKeesport, died November 30, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. Born October 23, 1938, in Glassport, he was the son of the late Walter M. and Regina (Sikorski) Stanczak.
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December 02, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Kenneth J. "Ken" Kuchma, 80, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022. He was born February 12, 1942 in West Mifflin and was the son of the late John F. and Margaret (Kapolka) Kuchma. Ken worked as a fireman for the City of Duquesne for 26 years and then was currently working as a machinist at Dougherty Tool and Dye, in Elizabeth Township for the last 18 years. He was a very hard worker, who loved his wife and family very much. Ken enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also liked to watch the Pittsburgh sports teams and his grandchildren's sporting events. He will be greatly missed.
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December 02, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Ethel M. (Clawson) Barna, age 76, of Glassport, formerly of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at home. She enjoyed watching Hallmark Christmas movies and attending bingo with her husband. Born November 28, 1946, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Anna (Lucas) Clawson, and wife of the late Matthew M. Barna Jr. She is survived by her son, Richard T. Barna of Glassport; brother, John (Betty) Clawson of Chambersburg; sister, Anna (Thomas) Fiore of Glassport; also, nieces and nephews. Visitation and burial are private. Contributions can be made to her family. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 02, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Donna M. (Walt) Krepps, age 81, of Sutersville, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at home. She retired in 2008 as a nurses aid at Southwestern Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in West Mifflin and was a former bus driver in the Elizabeth Forward School District. Born October 30, 1941 in Belle Vernon, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Lenora (Milby) Walt. She is survived by her daughters, Kimberly (Kenneth) Jarmon of Elizabeth Twp., and Christy Jordan of Waco, TX; six grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Bell of Perryopolis; long-time friend, Walter M. Jory; also, a nephew and two nieces. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by beloved son, Craig S. Krepps, and sister, Beverly J. Pierce. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, December 4, 2022 from 12 Noon until a prayer service at 4 PM with the Rev. R. Paul Walter officiating. A funeral service will take place on Monday, December 5, 2022 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. R. Paul Walter officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 02, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
David J. Baier, age 64 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital. Born June 8, 1958 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Ann (Pitassi) Baier of Shaler and the late Frederick Baier. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton and a recently retired Land Administrator for Acosta Sales and Marketing, David was a music lover who DJ'ed in his younger days; a karate instructor in his even younger days, and maintained a knack for computers and tech savvy throughout his lifeitme. Most importantly, in his retirement cut too short, he loved to spend time with his grandchildren. David is survived by his wife of 39 years Jane Marie (Prosperino) Baier; his children Lisa (Kevin Bickerton) Baier of Clairton and David Baier of Orlando, FL; his grandchildren Kai, Antonio, Jonah, and Emma; his sisters Jeannine (Frank) Konzier of Shaler and Suzanna (Bill) O'Mullen of Philadelphia; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his father, David was preceded in death by his brother Dennis Baier.
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December 02, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joanne P. Fulmer, age 74 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at home. Born May 6, 1948 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Koronsky) Murray. Joanne was a member of Calvary Chapel South Pittsburgh in West Elizabeth and worked in Medical Records at South Pittsburgh Urology Associates in Jefferson Hills. She is survived by her husband Joel Fulmer; her children Kelly (Dan) Tatrai and Kenny Tatrai; her grandchildren Kevin (Ashley) Tatrai, Victoria (Chris) Sells, Emily (Nick) Scatena and Abigail (Eddie) Scatena; and her great-grandchildren Alexander, Natalie, Madalynn, and Lucas.
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December 02, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jeffrey A. “Jeff” Smith, 44, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Jeff was born September 27, 1978 in McKeesport and was the son of David R. “Dave” and Maureen (Holko) Smith of Elizabeth Twp. Jeff was a graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and went on to obtain his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Logistics from Penn State University. He had also worked in sales at Barnes and Noble. He had a deep love of history, which carried throughout his life. Jeff was a devoted Pittsburgh Pirates fan and was well known for his ability to recite baseball statistics to any inquiring mind at a drop of a hat. He loved the outdoors; especially downhill and cross-country skiing, kayaking and hiking. His family meant the world to him and he loved gathering together for the holidays. He will be remembered fondly for his joyous laugh, his caring heart, intelligent mind, and for his ability to recite every great line from Beverly Hills Cop.
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December 02, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Anna Yuhasz Nee, 101, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at Juniper Village, Forest Hills, PA. She was born December 3, 1920 in Glen Jean, WV, a daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Kish) Yuhasz. Prior to her retirement, Anna was a bank teller for Mellon Bank and was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, James Nee; brother Julius Yuhasz; sisters, Margaret Petruska and Rose Whittinghill; and much loved and special niece, Margaret Ann Zeher. She is survived by her nieces, Rosalie Vojtas, Kathleen Sczepanski and Teresa (Ted) Jacob; numerous great, great-great, and great-great-great nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2-8 p.m. on Friday, December 9, 2022 at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 8:30 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church or a charity of your choice. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 01, 2022 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
David Edward Fillo, age 66, died unexpectedly but peacefully in his sleep on November 30, 2022. He is the son of the late Edward and Margaret (Scheller) Fillo; beloved husband of Sue Rudolph Hannegan Fillo; and step father to James Hannegan. He is also survived by his sister Lori (Jujie) Stojakovich. Nephews and nieces Sam, John, Stacey Smerkol and Justin and Layla Stojakovich. Greats Hayden and Danica. He was preceded in death by a sister, Robin Smerkol, and many other family and friends that were there to greet him. David was a hard worker having his first job at 15 washing dishes at “The Duke”. He had many jobs before working at GM’s Fisher Body Plant, his first retirement. He went on to work at and retire from JMD and O’ Reilly’s Auto Part. David loved his dog Bear, hot rods, classic cars, the Steelers, and he was a diehard Pirates fan. Friends received Tuesday 10:00-11:30am at the Teichart Gracan Funeral home, at which time a funeral blessing will be held with Father Tom Lewandowski. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the funeral home to help with funeral costs.
December 01, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Elva F. Rolnik, age 93, of West Mifflin, formerly of White Oak, died November 29, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. Born May 12, 1929, in Blaine Hill, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Rachel (Cooley) Roberts, the wife of the late Richard E. Rolnik and the mother of the late Harry J. Adams.
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December 01, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mary Lois McCall, age 77, of Pittsburgh, PA, died on Monday, November 28, 2022. She was born in Brundidge, AL on March 16, 1945 and is the daughter of the late Boisey and Doris Lampley Smith.
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