Joe Ginter
July 04, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Margaret A. (Shedolske) Staszak
July 04, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Margaret A. (Shedolske) Staszak, 103, formerly of West Mifflin and Overlook Green Senior Living, peacefully entered into eternal life on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at Whitehall Borough Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Staszak was a loving homemaker and a member of the Resurrection Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish. Born in McKeesport, May 24, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Rudolph and Helen (Jordan) Sheldoske. Beloved wife of the late Casmer L. "Tommy" Staszak, she is survived by her loving children, Richard Staszak of Pittsburgh, William (Sandy) Staszak of White Oak, and Carol (Late John) Hladycz of Eighty-Four, a sister, Ann Novak of North Huntingdon, five grandchildren, Tom (Jane) Staszak, Janna Staszak, Jonah (Mariah) Hladycz, Benjamin (Ashley) Hladycz, and Jared Hladycz, and three great grandchildren, Tripp Staszak, Finley Jo Hladycz, and Olive Willow Hladycz, Nieces and Nephews. In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by ten siblings.
Julia Ann (Greene) Pratt
July 04, 2023 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Julia Ann (Greene) Pratt, 84, of McKeesport, departed this life peacefully at 1:15 A.M. on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 5, 1938, in Smithdale, PA. Beloved daughter of the late Augustus Greene Sr., and Bessie (Jones) Greene, she was raised with five other siblings—Addie, Alise, Augustus (Gus), Evelyn, and Betty Elaine (Laney). Julia was affectionately nicknamed “Bootsie” by her big sister, Alise. She was affectionately known by this nickname her whole life.
Julia married the love of her life, Stanford R. Pratt, Sr., on June 30, 1956. He lovingly referred to his young bride as “Boots.” Julia was a stay-at-home mother for many years while raising her seven children. This gave her the opportunity to be involved in many facets of their school life – a member of the PTA and a homeroom mother. She enjoyed attending her children’s sports, choral concerts, vocational, and other extracurricular activities. Julia eventually became employed as a home health aide—a career she thoroughly enjoyed. She also served at McKeesport Area School District as a lunch aide, working in this capacity for over 10 years. She was a true advocate for the students while there.
Thomas Earl Long Jr.
July 04, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Thomas Earl Long Jr., 37, died June 29, 2023. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at The Youth Department Children of Israel, 329 9th Ave., McKeesport, where at funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Arrangements are in care of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home Inc.
Kathleen A. Lenze
July 03, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Kathleen A. Lenze, age 74 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 in Reston Hospital Center in Reston, VA. Born November 29, 1948 in Dravosburg, she was a daughter of the late Leo and Evelyn (Schumann) Zewe. Kathleen retired as an elementary school teacher for the West Mifflin School District, teaching at Grant and Homeville elementary schools. In her spare time, she loved to cook and ride bicycles, but she was most importantly very devoted to her family, especially her grandchildren.
James Michael “Micky” Martin, Sr.
July 03, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
James Michael “Micky” Martin, Sr., age 88, of Winter Haven, FL, formerly of McKeesport, PA, died on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. He was born in McKeesport, PA on September 4, 1934 and is the son of the late Thomas Victor and Catherine Skiffington Martin, and the husband of the late Marian Laskey Martin. Micky was a member of the former St. Pius Church in McKeesport, PA, where he served as an altar boy. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed boating, and having a glass of wine. He served as a sergeant in the United States Army during the Korean War.
Bruce M. Del Signore
July 02, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Bruce M. Del Signore, 70, of Elizabeth Township, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 30, 2023. He was born October 23, 1952 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Ernest Dante and Martha Louise (Kenan) Del Signore. Bruce was a 1971 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. He worked 31 years at US Steel Clairton Works as a Heavy Equipment Operator before retiring. Bruce was an active member of the Christian Center Church, where he enjoyed greeting people before every service. For over 20 years, he participated in an annual missionary trip to Philippi, WV for various service projects. In his younger years, he made many road trips in his Datsun 240Z. He loved the outdoors; cutting & stacking fire wood so that he could enjoy warm fires through the cold winters nights. Anywhere he went, anybody he talked to, he made instant friends. His off the wall jokes that came out of nowhere made his friends and family laugh constantly. He loved his ice cream and bakery shops and he would use those shops as landmarks in his directions if you ever asked how to get somewhere.
Kemp Michael Cook
July 02, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Edward L. Mandich
July 01, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Edward L. Mandich, age 93, of East McKeesport, passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2023. He was born February 2, 1930 in East McKeesport, a son of the late Mirko and Rose Mandich. He was a US Army Korean War veteran that went onto have a long career as a postal worker for the US Mail. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of over 64 years Jean (Goldiew) Mandich; and brother Roger Mandich and his wife Shirley. He is survived by his Brother-in-law Joseph Goldie and Robert (Mary Ann) Goldie. Services are private. Arrangements handled by the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. Private interment at Grandview Cemetery in North Versailles. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
Virginia Lois Maldonado
July 01, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Virginia Lois Maldonado, age 86, of McKeesport, PA, died on Saturday, July 1, 2023. She was born in Shelocta, PA on June 6, 1937 and is the daughter of the late Franklin, Sr. and Edith Rishell Heath and the wife of the late Robert Maldonado, who died on August 26, 1996. She was employed as the first female machinist at Westinghouse and was also a trainer for them. She would periodically travel to their locations in Germany as well. She enjoyed playing cards and bingo, attending plays and musicals, and going out with her friends. She was also attended of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Corpus Christi Church (former St. Mary Czestochowa Church), where she was a member of the Christian Mothers.
Clint John March
June 30, 2023 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Clint John March, 39, of Glassport passed away on Thursday, June 29th, 2023 at his home. He was born in McKeesport on July 4th, 1983 to Clint and Deborah Digiacomo March. In addition to his parents, Clint is further survived by his children C.J. March, Chelsea March, and his wife with whom they are separated Tina Michalski, also survived by his uncles, aunts, and cousins as well as his favorite dogs Bruiser and Sky. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. Clint loved to cook and enjoyed being a handyman and finding tasks that needed to be done around the house as well as fantasize about sports cars and motorcycles and was an avid dog lover. He studied electronics and communication engineering at P.T.I.
Deena L. Kugler
June 30, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Deena Kugler, age 71, of North Huntingdon, formerly of McKeesport, died June 17, 2023, at UPMC McKeesport. Born February 3, 1952, she was the daughter of the late William C. Libengood and Helen (Beaver) Libengood Armstrong and the wife of the late Richard R. Kugler Jr.
Deena retired from UPMC McKeesport, where she was a Health Unit Coordinator. She was a devoted member of St. Agnes Church in Irwin. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren.
Deena is survived by her son, Micheal (Lisa) Kugler; grandchildren, Abbie Kugler, Nolan Kugler, and Lily Kugler; sister, Barbara Palatucchi; sister-in-law, Michelle Miller; and many nieces and nephews.
Nancy Jane Tassone
June 30, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Claire J. Schake
June 29, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Claire J. Schake, 60, of Greensburg, passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2023. Services are private. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642.
Joseph Como
June 28, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joseph Como, 90, of Irwin, formerly of Greenock, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2023. He was born December 30, 1932 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Anthony and Lena (DiMarino) Como. He was the husband of the late Florence Marie "Flossie" (Abercrombie) Como who passed away July 19, 2008. Joseph was retired from the US Postal Service and was a US Marine Veteran serving in the Korean War. For his service he received the US Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal with 2 Stars, and the Good Conduct Medal. He was a member of the Elizabeth Township Ex-Serviceman's Club, the Buena Vista Fire Co. and the Marine Veterans.
