October 25, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Adalgisa Pillera, age 93, of McKeesport, died October 23, 2022, at Grandview Estates of Elizabeth. Born August 5, 1929, in Italy, she was the daughter of the late Giuseppe and Giuseppina (Ricciotti) Alfonsi and the wife of the late Giuseppe Pillera. Adalgisa retired from Feig's Bakery, where she worked as a baker and decorator. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Patrick Church, and was also a Christian Mother. Adalgisa spent time outside tending to her garden and always enjoyed a good espresso with dessert. She was the oldest of seven siblings and always looked out for her younger brothers and sisters. When she was fourteen, she moved to Rome on her own to work as a maid and send the money she made back to the family.
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October 24, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Amy L. Youngerman, 40, of North Huntingdon passed away Saturday, October 22, 2022 at UPMC East. She was born June 9, 1982, a daughter of Hilda Brown Youngerman and the late Kenneth Youngerman. Amy was a nurses aid and enjoyed trips to the beach and hiking. She was preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth Youngerman and sister, Lisa Ann Youngerman. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her sister, Jennifer Youngerman. Friends will be received from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A blessing service will take place at 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to White Oak Animal Safe Haven. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 24, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
William A. "Fuzzy" Brooks, age 96, of White Oak, died October 21, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born February 15, 1926, in Duquesne, he was the son of the late Matthew and Nellie Brooks and husband of the late Arlene Brooks.
Fuzzy was a Staff Sergeant in the Army during World War II. He was wounded in Germany and received two Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star for his service. After his honorable discharge, Fuzzy began his civilian career with U.S. Steel as a millwright and retired in 1985. He was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and enjoyed watching the Steelers and Pirates.
He is survived by a son, Jon (Cindy Capp) Brooks.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Wednesday from 3 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 10 a.m. at St. Angela of Merici Church, Mary Mother of God Parish. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Port Vue.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
October 24, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Victor Perlick Sporio, age 26 of Clairton, passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2022. Born June 19, 1996 in Pittsburgh, he is the son of Carol (Perlick) Sporio, husband Victor, of Clairton. A gas lineman, Victor is also survived by his daughters Carmen and Camryn; his grandparents: John (JoAnne) Perlick of Clairton, Susan Woodward of Elizabeth, and Vince (Sandy) Sporio of Clairton; his sisters Carly Ogletree and Savanah Sporio; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother Joseph who passed away February 4, 2020.
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October 23, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Charles Phillip Moon, age 59, of Versailles, PA, died on Friday, October 21, 2022. He was born in Los Angeles, CA on July 13, 1963 and is the son of the late Richard and Fannie Norton Moon. Charles proudly served in the United States Army and was employed as a combat engineer. He was a member of the Port Vue American Legion Post 447 and was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan.
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October 21, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Roxanne L. Williams, 71, of White Oak, passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at The Baldwin Health Center. She was born August 8, 1951 in Lexington, KY and was the daughter of Ondeine Williams of Penn Hills and the late Bill L. Williams. Roxanne worked for many years as a nurse. She was very caring and helped people with traumatic brain injuries. She also worked in Geriatrics and loved that work as well. She enjoyed traveling the country as a long haul truck driver, but her greatest passion was writing poems and short stories in rhyme. She was the creator and administrator of "Poetry Rhyme", a renowned online poetry group and was a published author of her book " The Caged Bird Sings". Her poems and short stories had been on radio and broadcast in The UK on several well known radio programs. She was also a lover of nature and animals. She will be truly missed.
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October 21, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Geroge W. Evans, Jr., age 67, of Port Vue, died October 19, 2022, at home. Born December 23, 1954, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late George W. Evans Sr. and Dorothy (Billy) Evans. George attended Penn State University and started his career with Westinghouse. He later went to work with Fisher Body in West Mifflin for over 30 years as a die maker. George was a self-taught musician who could play the keyboard but especially enjoyed the guitar. He owned two boats and spent time fishing with friends at his favorite spot, Cross Creek Lake in Washington County. George was an amateur locksmith, held a pilot's license, rode motorcycles, and was a jack of all trades. He followed in his father's footsteps and received his HAM Radio License and even was able to use his dad's old call sign of W3HOB.
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October 21, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Seleana Imand Wyley, of Clairton, was 25 years old when she was called home on September 20, 2022. On December 13, 1996, Seleana Imand Wyley was born and an Angel was placed on earth.
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October 20, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Alex E. Fazekas, age 65 of Greenock, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital. Born March 18, 1957 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Alexander Fazekas and Beatrice Virginia (Wetzel) Fazekas Tedesco. A former carpenter for the Union Local #142 and a corrections officer for Allegheny County, Alex was a member of the Boston Vets, the 11th. Ward Club, an avid fisherman and hunter, and loved to spend time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his sons Matthew (Amanda) Fazekas of Jefferson Hills and Jonathan Fazekas of North Versailles; his grandchildren Sadie, Easton, and Bowen Fazekas; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Alex was preceded in death by his siblings Emerson Fazekas and Melinda Whittington.
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October 20, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Nicholas D. Kraus, age 43 of Port Vue, passed away at home on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. Born October 8, 1979 in McKeesport, he is the son of Lori (Wagner) Kraus of Liberty Borough and the late Glenn Kraus, who passed away in 1983. A member of the Carpenter's Union Local #142, Nicholas currently worked at Window Installation Specialists of Irwin. Besides his mother, he is survived by his wife Amanda (Rendulic) Kraus, his daughter Kimber Coy Kraus, his sister Amy (George) Bendel of Mt. Vernon, and his nephew Kole Bendel.
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October 19, 2022 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
We are heartbroken at the loss of our precious Tristen Hornfeck born on February 12 1996. He has left behind a loving mother, Maria Lipay Hornfeck, and father, Mark Hornfeck. He was the oldest sibling to his sisters Natalie and Madison Hornfeck, and brother Tanner Hornfeck. He was also a loving uncle, grandson, cousin and friend who will all miss him so much. Tristen worked for Rock Hard Hardscape and was passionate about what he did. He always brought a smile to everyone’s face. He was very loved and will be missed terribly.
All services are private and are entrusted to the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc., 828 Richford treet, Duquesne.
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October 19, 2022 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Mildred “Becky” Suzich, age 94, of White Oak, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022. Born in Midland, PA on July 10, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Vujo and Sophie (Bassar) Suzich. She was a food and beverage clerk at the William Penn Hotel for 35 years, a member of St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, McKeesport and a member of their Young at Heart. Becky is the mother of Lora Dean (Dennis) Washowich of McKeesport; grandmother of Lyle (Michele) Washowich and Lynn (Amber) Washowich; great grandmother of Michael, Samuel, Aiden and Ava; great aunt of Diane, Melinda, David and Christine Tkacs, and Bill Margita; sister of the late Ann Suzich, late Kay Margita and late Dorothy Suzich. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 21, 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 Pomen service will take place at 7:00 p.m. A Burial Service will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at 11:00 a.m., at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, with Very Rev. Stevo Rocknage, officiating. Burial will follow in McKeesport-Versailles Cemetery.
October 19, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Michael R. Megon, 65, of Trafford, passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at his home. He was born June 25, 1957 in Cleveland, OH, a son of the late Richard and Carmella (Meli) Megon. Michael was currently an insurance agent for Century Insurance Consultants in Monroeville. He was a member of St. Agnes Parish and a graduate of Penn Trafford High School Class of '75. He was an avid golfer, Lego enthusiast, Pittsburgh Pirates fan and diehard Cleveland Brown fan, and especially loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Joann (Kunkelmann) Megon; son, Bryan Megon and his wife, Katie; daughter, Lindsay Marco and her husband, David; brother, Corey (Diana) Megon; sister, Marcy (Gary) Snyder; grandchildren, Gavin, Riley, Chase, Parker and Charlotte. Friends will be received from 2-8 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Interment to follow in Good Shepherd Cemetery, Monroeville, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
October 19, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Vickie Pedos-Marko, 64, McKeesport, passed away Tuesday October 18, 2022. She was born April 16, 1958 in McKeesport and was the daughter of Toula (Zahardis) Pedos of McKeesport and the late Gust G. Pedos who passed away March 3, 2022. Vickie was a member of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, White Oak and the Pan-Icarian Foundation. She was retired from UPMC Shadyside Hospital and had previously worked for Children's Hospital.
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October 19, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Evelyn "Nana" Putz age 98, of Pickerington, OH, formally of McKeesport, died October 16, 2022, at Mother Angeline McCrory Manor. Born September 30, 1924, in Homestead, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Katherine Wesoloski and the wife of the late Andrew A. Putz for 44 years.
Evelyn retired from Franklin's Market as a cashier. She graduated from Homestead High School. Evelyn was a former member of St. Mary Czestochowa Parish and helped with Sunday School for over 20 years. She was an avid reader of short stories and enjoyed doing the NY Times crossword puzzles.
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