December 16, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ruth Frencik Schwirian, 91, of Elizabeth Twp., died Wednesday, December 15, 2021. Ruth was born in Frank, PA on July 18, 1930 and was the daughter of the late Gertrude Rhoades Frencik and Henry (Heinie) Frencik. She was the wife of the late Curtis Andrew Schwirian, who passed away July 14, 1975. Ruth leaves one son, Scott (Kim) Schwirian of Elizabeth Twp., and one granddaughter, Laci. Ruth was a proud 1948 band member and graduate of McKeesport High School and later received her degree from The Indiana State Teachers College, now known as IUP, where she was affiliated with Zeta Tau Alpha.
Read More
December 16, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Duane "Lu" D. Semian, 69, of Glassport, died Dec. 16, 2021. He is the son of the late Andrew "Twiggy" and Mary (Synkowski) Semian. He is survived by his beloved wife Sharon (Thomas) Semian; son Mitchell T. Semian; daughter Cara L. Semian; grandchildren Ethan M. Semian and Tyler R. Hernandez; brother Gregory (Nancy) Semian; sister Marsha Fairbanks; also nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers Andrew Semian, Jr. and Mark Semian. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Sun. from 4 to 7. A funeral blessing will be held Mon. 10:00 am at the funeral home. Entombment following New St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Huntington's Disease Society of America, Western PA Chapter, P.O. Box 1196, 1140 Thorn Run Rd., Coraopolis Pa 15108.
December 16, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Anna L. (Maslowski) Jobes, age 78, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at home. A member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., she was a hairdresser and former employee of Hills in West Mifflin and a former bank teller at Great American in Elizabeth Twp. and Clairton. She was one of Western Pennsylvania’s top 10 Pin women bowlers in her younger days. She loved baking and cooking and the family could not wait to eat her cold dough cookies and nut rolls at Christmastime. She loved to cross stitch for her Blue Ribbon quilts she would win at the Bedford Fall Foliage Festival and had a real passion for fishing at their camp at Shawnee State Park in Bedford County. Born September 2, 1943 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret (Puskavich) Maslowski. She is survived by her husband, Ronald E. Odorcich, and daughter, Holly (David) Hasak of Elizabeth Twp. A Memorial Gathering will take place in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, from 11 AM until the time of blessing service at 1 PM in the funeral home with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner and the Rev. R. Paul Walter officiating. A procession and inurnment will follow to Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Pinnacle Palliative Care, 2605 Nickolson Road, Sewickley, PA 15143 or Debbie’s Angels in Whitehall. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 16, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Patricia Ann Boboth, age 58, of Glassport, passed away December 14, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born November 6, 1963, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Albert and Mary Sue (Domer) Boboth of Davenport, IA.
Patty graduated from Serra Catholic High School and Penn State University. She worked at the Whale’s Tale Shelter for Homeless Youth in Pittsburgh. Later, she worked at the UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital in Pittsburgh.
In addition to her parents, Patty is survived by siblings, Cindy (Paul) Boboth of Port Vue, PA, Paul Boboth of Davenport, IA, and Elaine (Mike) Moeller of Davenport, IA; nephew, Mason, and niece, Bella Moeller of Davenport, IA.
A private family viewing will take place at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory as per Patty's wishes. Interment at Round Hill Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
December 16, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Jacqueline Lee “Mert” (Tuttle) Kerr, 84 of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, at her home. She was born in Clairton on November 15, 1937, to the late Walter and Emma Maude Hindman Tuttle. Jacqueline was the loving wife of 58 years to Albert W. Kerr. She was a member of the Pine Run United Methodist Church and enjoyed dancing, gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family. Jacqueline worked at Irvin Works for 2 years before working in the Men’s Department at K-Mart for 5 years. She is survived by her husband as well as her sons, Albert P. and Jason (Carolyn) Kerr of Clairton. She is further survived by her sister Donna Buzalka of New Eagle and many nieces and nephews. She will be especially missed by her beloved dog Dakota. Jacqueline was preceded in death by her sisters Kathryn Gephart and Sandra Fine. Family and friends will be received on Sunday, December 19, 2021, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will occur at 10 a.m on Monday, December 20, 2021, at the funeral home. Interment will occur at 11 a.m. on Monday, December 20, 2021, at Round Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to Pine Run United Methodist Church, 901 N. 6th Street, Clairton, PA, 15025. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
December 16, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Miriam (Karstunen) Zalewski, age 98, of McMurray, formerly of Forward Twp., passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at UPMC Mercy. She retired after 19 years as office manager for Stanley Tire in Elizabeth and was a former member of the Palisades Dance Group. Born October 6, 1923 in New Castle, she was a daughter of the late Hjalmar and Aino (Krook) Karstunen and wife of the late Chester W. Zalewski. She is survived by children, Chester J. Zalewski of McMurray, Carmela (Robert) Yuhas of West Newton, David Zalewski of Washington and Anita Cindrich of Elizabeth Twp.; 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, William T. Zalewski; grandson, Gage Blanish; great-great-granddaughter, Lillian Conley; sister, Norma Estok; and companion, Lee Stanley. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, December 19, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Monday, December 20, 2021 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Dr. William K. Little officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Boys Town, 14100 Crawford Street, Boys Town, NE 68010. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 16, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Peter S. Graziano, age 76, of McKeesport, died on Wednesday, December 8, 2021. He was born in McKeesport on January 19, 1945 and is the son of the late Eugene and Jean A. Stewart Graziano. He was an Army veteran who served during the Vietnam era. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Freemason’s in Maryland. He retired from the former White Star Amusement Company in McKeesport. He also enjoyed working with locks and keys.
Read More
December 15, 2021 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Helene R. Nulty, 52, of West Mifflin, died at home on Friday, December 10, 2021. Born in McKeesport, June 13, 1969, she was the daughter of Johnny Nulty and the late Diana Korbanic Nulty. Helene spent her working career in department store loss prevention. In addition to her father she is also survived by a son, Jonathan Nulty, a brother John W. Nulty, and two sisters, Dawn (Ronald Gates) Nulty and Tiffany Nulty.
All services are private and entrusted to the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc. 828 Richford Street, Duquesne. In Helene's memory, her family requests donations be made to The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence https://ncadv.org or White Oak Safe Haven whiteoakanimalsafehaven.com.
Read More
December 15, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
JoAnn (McCorkle) Sayre, age 89, of Washington, PA, formerly of Liberty Boro, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Paramount Senior Living in Peters Twp. She was a member of Liberty Presbyterian Church and a former member of Liberty Seniors. Born March 19, 1932 in Fayette City, she was a daughter of the late William E. and Helen (Hough) McCorkle and wife of the late Herbert W. Sayre. She is survived by sons, Jeffrey W. (Laura) Sayre of Washington, PA and Timothy B. Sayre of Sarasota, FL; grandchildren, Cassie (Adam) Betzler of Bethel Park and Corey W. Sayre of Sarasota, FL; great-grandchild, Kendall K. Betzler; brother, Boyd E. McCorkle of California; sister, Carol J. (Thomas) Williams of Forward Twp.; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, December 17, 2021 from 4-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Dr. William K. Little officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 15, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Grace Balogh, age 99, of White Oak, died on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 in UPMC Shadyside. She was born on August 6, 1922, in McKeesport and is the daughter of the late Stephen and Elizabeth Fulop Kovach and the wife of the late Steve Balogh.
Read More
December 15, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Andrew Paul "Rocky" Dudik, age 87, of Port Vue, died December 13, 2021, at Havencrest Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Born July 8, 1934, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Michael and Julia (Vojnik) Dudik and the loving husband of Louise (Nichols) Dudik for 64 years.
Rocky was a cabinet maker in McKeesport and honed his craft over many years. The skills he learned while cabinet making also led him to work on and refinish antiques. He took pride in his yard and garden tending to flowers, the Japanese Maple Tree, and planting grass plugs throughout the yard to keep it beautiful.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Amy (Anthony) Ganzak; grandchildren, Amber Ondrey, Ashley Ondrey, and Andrew Ondrey; great-grandchildren, Noah and Addison; a brother, William "Bill" Dudik, and nieces, and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Andrew "Drew" Dudik; siblings, Anna Parler, Margaret Stoffer, Bette Connors, Michael Dudik, Joseph Dudik, John Dudik, and his beloved dog Hershey.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor.
December 15, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Dorothy Gail Waite, 76 of White Oak, died Dec. 14, 2021. She is the daughter of the late George "Bus" and Dorothy (Cunningham) Fogarty. Gail is survived by her daughters Nicole (Tim) Hanna and Heather Smith; grandchildren Eric (Rebekah) Hanna, Savannah Smith and Gage Smith; great granddaughter Alana Townes; sister Donna (the late Tom) Fahey and nephew Michael Fahey. Gail worked as an administrative assistant at the McKeesport Regional History and Heritage center; was a member of St. Mary Mother of God Parish; Ladies of Charity and Christian Mothers. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Thurs. from 2 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Fri. 10:00 am at Corpus Christi Church. Interment following McKeesport-Versailles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center.
December 15, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Carole A. (Cochran) Paul, age 76, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at home. She loved family, her children and grandchildren. Born December 2, 1945 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late George E. and Catherine (Moritz) Cochran. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Carl S. Paul; daughter, Tracy (Jeff) Dettling of Derry; sons, Donald (Dawn) Paul of Rostraver Twp., Darren (Michelle) Paul of South Park and Kevin (Tina) Paul of North Huntingdon; nine grandchildren; sisters, Shirley (Emil) Wargo of Elizabeth Twp., Dianne (Duane) Halt of Liberty Boro and Sharyn Wilson of Bethel Park; brother, David (Kathy) Cochran of Liberty Boro; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Janice Macioce and Nancy Felicetty, and brother, Donald Cochran. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, December 17, 2021 from 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with her brother, David Cochran. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. The family has requested NO FLOWERS PLEASE. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 15, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Evelyn R. Montgomery, age 81, of McKeesport, died December 8, 2021, at Manor Care of Shadyside. Born March 19, 1940, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Charles J. and Evelyn Ring.
Evelyn retired from Internal Revenue Service, where she was a taxpayer service representative. She also retired from the PA Unemployment Office and also went back to work with them just recently. In her early years, she was a social worker at the Salvation Army Crisis Center of Pittsburgh. Evelyn also worked at Life Span Senior Center of McKeesport. She was a religious woman and was raised Protestant. Later in life, she converted to Catholicism and was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, and attended Corpus Christi Church. Evelyn enjoyed bingo and always thought mice were rather nice. She also enjoyed watching the Game Show network. Evelyn always loved and cherished her family.
Read More
December 15, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Frederick A. Petrovich, of Greensburg, passed peacefully on Monday, December 6, 2021 at the age of 70. He was born on July 24, 1951 in Latrobe. He is the son of the late Regis A. and Eleanor Peterson Neiman and his uncle Gene Peterson whom he loved dearly. He is survived by his devoted wife, Nancy Liddle Petrovich; his son, Anthony Petrovich; his step-son, Richard (Angie) Verbanick; step-daughter, Carrie (Tony) Verbanick Noll; and his grand-children, Jacob & Lucas Verbanick.
Read More
