February 23, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joshua M. Blake, age 41, of Forward Twp., passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at UPMC Presbyterian. Born July 4, 1980 in Houston, TX, he was a son of Frances M. Wright of Forward Twp. and the late Richard E. "Giant" Dell Jr. In addition to his mother, he is survived by daughters, Kia Blake of Danbury, TX, Rayleigh Blake at home, Laine Mee of Clairton and Noelle Mee of Port Vue; son, Austin Mee of Clairton; life partner, Donna Wolford of Forward Twp.; sisters, Kristy Torgent of Mt. Vernon and Rachel (Brandon) Hale of Port Vue; brothers, Richard Dell III of Elizabeth Twp., Jason (Holly) Wright of Missouri City, TX and Paul (Tammy) Dell of Dover, DE; aunt, Cindy Ventress of Sutersville; also, nieces and nephews.
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February 23, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Tammy (Moody) Yednak, age 62, of McKeesport, died February 19, 2022, at home. Born September 23, 1959, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Pearl (Kofchur) Moody and the wife of the late Stephen Yednak, Sr.
Tammy was the former owner of Yednak Automotive. She enjoyed shopping, trips to the casino, and relaxing with her cat, Marlon.
She is survived by her son Stephen (Erin) Yednak, Jr.; grandchildren, Tiara and Christopher; siblings, Tish (Eric) Grimm and Tim Moody; nieces and nephews, Eliza, Kyle, John, Matthew, Kara, Luke, and Cathy; sister-in-law, Janet Moody; and significant other, Dan Tebbetts.
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February 22, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Joanne H. Miller, 78, of Greensburg, passed away Monday, February 21, 2022. She was born November 23, 1943 in Greensburg, a daughter of the late Thomas Warren and Dorothy McMunn Huey. Prior to her retirement, Joanne was a representative for Bell Telephone and worked with the Animal Rescue for dogs and cats. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Elmer "Sonny" Huey. She is survived by her husband, Charles "Ernie" Miller; son, Frank Haelle and his wife, Nadine; stepdaughter, Kimberly Davis and her husband, John; grandchildren, Kyle and Jenae Haelle, Joshua Wetter, John Davis Jr. and Gabriella Davis; great-grandchildren, Halley, William and Nathan. Services are private. Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 22, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Dorothy M. Kaska, 90 of Clairton, died Feb. 18, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Frederick and Anna Garber. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Stanley M. Kaska, her son Alan Kaska and her sister Thelma Goldbaugh. She is survived by her sons Andrew Grant (Jody), Randy (Yolanta) Kaska and daughter Cindy (Curtis) Tanner along with grandchildren, Noel (Jeff) Skorvan, Joshua, Drew, Amber and Jaden Kaska; also great grandchildren Alexa, Kylie, Ava Skorvan and Julian and Victoria Kaska; also cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to being a stay at home mom, Dorothy proudly spent 18 years volunteering at John J. Kane Regional Center in McKeesport. Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home on Thurs. from 3 to 6. A funeral blessing will be held Fri. at 11:00 am in the funeral home. Interment following at Lebanon Church Cemetery.
February 22, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Louise McNeal, 87, of Butler, formerly of Greenock, passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2022. She was born August 19, 1934 in McKeesport and is the daughter of the late Walter and Caroline (Kozdras) Rapczak. Louise worked for Elizabeth Forward School District in the Cafeteria. She was the wife to the late Charles McNeal, who passed away August 4, 2017. She is survived by her children, James (Joanne Valentine) Dembowski, Pam (Greg) Keuhnle, Donald (the late Sherri) Pronic, Joseph(Theresa) Pronic, and Ryan (Pamela) McNeal, sister, Bernadine (Babe) Descak, grandchildren, Justin (Lisa) Dembowski, Elizabeth (Kevin) McElhone, Chris Keuhnle, Jessica (Jeff) Tomlinson, Brittani Pronic, Amanda L. (Justin) Karapandi, and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Donald Edward Pronic, and her siblings, Joseph A. Rapczak, Cecilia (Sarah) Falco, and Helen (Mary) Peterson.
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February 22, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Martha Boyle, 94, just shy of her 95th birthday, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, February 21, 2022 at Hempfield Manor. She was born February 28, 1927 in Homestead, a daughter of the late John and Ann Kuzma. Martha was a member of St. Agnes Parish and Christian Mother's, and enjoyed reading and traveling especially to the Jersey Shore. In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by her husband, George P. Boyle, and brother, John Kuzma. She is survived by her daughters, Denise Wesolowski and her husband, Christopher, Francene Melocchi and her husband, Ralph, Jeannine Boyle, Michelle Stuebgen and her husband, Michael, Christy Fenstermacher and her husband, Scott; 8 grandchildren, Anna Wesolowski, Carmen and Sophia Melocchi, Angela Boyle, Emma Stuebgen, Alec, Joel and Aiden Fenstermacher. Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles, PA In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Special Olympics. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 21, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Dale Robert Scheaffer, age 65, of Turkey Foot, PA, and formerly of Dravosburg, died February 17, 2022. He was born in McKeesport Hospital on November 15, 1956 to Robert and Leah Schumann Scheaffer.
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February 21, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Barbara L. King, age 85 and formerly of Belfast, ME, passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022 in Jefferson Hills Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. Born February 4, 1937 in Belfast, ME, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Hattie Bell (Ladd) Haskell and wife of the late Eugene King. Barbara is survived by her siblings Virginia (the late Ronald C.) Mortle of Clairton and Eli (Nancy) Haskell of Brewer, ME, her nieces and nephews, and also her three stepchildren.
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February 21, 2022 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
David E. Holman, age 58, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on February 7, 2022, in San Diego, CA. Son of the late Dale Holman and late Penelope “Penny” (late David) Albee, he was born in San Diego, on August 1, 1963. Dave worked in construction. He is survived by Mary Graham, mother of their daughter Tiffany (Joe Yarborough) Holman of Duquesne. He is the brother of Dennis (Amy) Holman of Virginia and their children, Claire and Korinne Holman and Shelly Black of Virginia and her children, Todd (Hope) Black and Jerry Black; nephew of Martha “Marti” (late Bob) Gleason; and is also survived by cousins. There is no visitation and burial will be private. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
February 21, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Daniel Edward Kubinsky, age 64 of Versailles, passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at Veterans Hospital Healthcare System - Oakland. Born October 31, 1957 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late John Kubinsky and Mildred (Skutlin) Kubinsky of Berlin Center, Ohio. Daniel was a fork lift operator for Emsco Pool Company in Irwin and a member of the Croatian Club #3, Versailles. Daniel was a veteran of the United States Army. Along with his mother, he is survived by his brothers John Kubinsky and Mark Kubinsky, both of Versailles, and Michael (Nicole) Kubinsky of Durham, NC; and also nieces and nephews. Daniel was preceded in by his brothers Joseph and David Kubinsky.
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February 21, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Tracy Lynn Ferry, age 55, of McKeesport, died Feb.16, 2022, at AHN Forbes Hospital of Monroeville. Born September 19, 1966, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Ken and Peggy (Tomco) Ferry.
Tracy was currently working at the Marriott Monroeville. She worked at many different hotels in the past years and the former Donut Connection of McKeesport. Tracy was also a former cake decorator. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends.
She is survived by the father of her children and dear friend, Edward C. (Ada Marie) Ghrist of Glassport; partner, James Csorba; son, Edward M. Ghrist of McKeesport; daughter, Nicole M. (David Cook) Ghrist of McKeesport; brother, John Ferry of Duquesne; sisters, Patricia Vereb of Elizabeth; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Sunday, February 27, 2022, from 6 p.m. until the time of celebration of life service at 8 p.m. Edward C. Ghrist will be the celebrant.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Tracy's family.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Chuck Danforth, Supervisor
February 20, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Margaret "Pudge" Kelly passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 19, 2022. She was born on July 25, 1938. Pudge was preceded in death by her father, Charles Kelly, mother, Mary Spiegel Kelly, brother, Charles Jr., sister, Shirley Marino Andonisio, sister, Patricia McKillop Gatto, nephews, David and Chuck Kelly, nieces, Christine Marino Rizk and Monika McKillop, and life-long companion, Becky Bilott. Our Aunt Pudge leaves behind nieces, Linda Marino Fry Moore and Dennis, Karen Marino Piper and Tom, Doreen "Sissy" Kelly. Nephews, Rob McKillop, Angelo Marino and Machiel, Mark McKillop, Todd McKillop and Debbie, Anthony Marino and Renata; 28 great nieces and nephews and 29 great-great nieces and nephews. Her special loved ones include Armand Sperdutto, Pat Dirling, Peggy Crossey and Marlene Wargo. Pudge was truly loved by everyone who knew her. She grew up in Braddock and was a color guard in the marching band. She worked at the Five & Dime before starting her 38 year career at Westinghouse in Pittsburgh. She got her cosmetology license when she turned 50 "Just cause she wanted to". She raised and loved many pets from Guinea Pigs to Chihuahuas. "Baby Girl" will surely miss her best friend. She supported many charities, especially Animal Friends. She traveled our country with Becky in their decked-out motorhome. Pudge belonged to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church and was a Meals-on-Wheels lady. She was generous, patient, kind and loved her family, friends and neighbors. She especially loved and missed her mother "Granna" and was the best daughter a mom could have. Her dad christened her "Pudgy" at birth. The name stuck for 83 years. She was the matriarch of our family and each of us has a personal story and memory to remind us of just how remarkable our Aunt Pudge was. Friends will be received from 4-7 on Tuesday and 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Interment to follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Irwin, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Action for Animals. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 19, 2022 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Susanne H. “Sue” Evans, age 70, of Greensburg, passed away on February 19, 2022, at Excela Health-Greensburg. Born in Tyrone, PA on September 16, 1951, she was the daughter of the late James Carlton and Mary Agnes (Grieble) Gillam. Sue was a retired nurse, having worked at Jefferson, Forbes and Mercy Hospitals and most recently as a home health care nurse. She was an excellent Slovak baker, especially her Russian torte and nut roll. She enjoyed pinochle, getting together with her Duquesne University friends and taking care of her St. Bernard, “Harry.” She is the mother of Jenna (Shawn) Magee of Mercer, PA, Gregory (Sarah) Evans of Murrysville, and Nick Evans of North Versailles; grandmother of Emma-Kate and Anna Magee and Teddy Evans; sister of Patrice (Mike) DelBaggio of Tyrone, Roberta (Dale) Woomer of Bald Eagle, PA, late Mary Beth (surviving spouse, Howard) Banks of Altoona, PA, late James (wife Lisa survives) Gillam of Tyrone and late Kathleen Gillam; Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 22, 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. Memorial visitation will be held at St. Matthew Church, 1105 Cameron Ave., Tyrone, PA 16686, from 11:00 a.m.-Noon, on Friday, February 25, 2022, followed by a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at Noon with Father Jozef Kovacik officiating. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Tyrone. Memorial luncheon to follow at St. Matthew’s School.
February 19, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Angelo M. Buti, 39, of Glassport died February 18, 2022. He is the son of Elizabeth (William) Ferguson and the late Edward Buti. He is survived by brothers Edward G. (Sara) Buti and Andalino (Michelle) Buti; step brother Anthony Ferguson; nephews Caleb, Alexander, Giacento, Ira, and Andalino; nieces Madeline and Ysabella; Fiancé Tammy Raynak and her children Dustin, Devin and Rondell. He was a member of the Glassport American Legion. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 6-730 at which time a service will be held at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
February 18, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Melanie Miller, 66, of Glassport died February 17, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Stella (Williams) Delia. She is survived by her daughter Dana Hixenbaugh; son Michael Hixenbaugh; two grandchildren, Erin and Seth; 2 great grandchildren, Skylar and Alexis and her brother, Joseph Delia, Jr.. She was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.
