December 09, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
James D. "Tex" Sopata, age 78, of Mt. Washington, died December 7, 2021, at home. Born June 24, 1943, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Joseph and Stella Sopata and husband of the late Cynthia (Venturini) Sopata.
James was a carpenter and owned his own construction company, James D. Sopata Construction. He had an affection for animals, especially horses, which he would ride and train. He also loved to plant tomatoes and go fishing. Always an athlete, he competed and was a member of the Polish Falcons Nest 8 in gymnastics. James attended college at New Mexico Western University. He held a scholarship in baseball and loved playing all sports. When his children began to play, he was by their side coaching their teams. He will forever be missed. In our hearts, he is riding horses in heaven with his wife.
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December 09, 2021 |
By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home
Dominic A. Denardo, 94, of Port Vue, formerly of McKeesport, died Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at Canterbury Place. Born in McKeesport, January 21, 1927, son of the late Nicole and Nicolina Denardo. Husband of the late Josephine DiGiannantonio Denardo, father of Nicholas (Nancy) Denardo, Sr. of Port Vue, Anthony Denardo, with whom he resided in Port Vue, Mary Ann (Greg) Solan of Glassport, and David (Tina) Denardo of White Oak; grandfather of Nicholas Denardo, Jr., Giadona (Lorenzo) Lista, Dominic and David Denardo, Jennifer (Dom) Chiavarini, and Shonna Solan; great grandfather of Brianna, Caitlin, Nicole, and Kailyn; he is also survived by his sister, Mary Snyder of Ohio, brothers in law, Edward Balanti of McKeesport and Charles Mingo of McKeesport. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Grace Balanti and Theresa Mingo, and by his brother in law, Edward Snyder. A retired shoe repairman at H.L. Green and G.C. Murphy companies, he was a member and usher at St. Patrick Church (formerly St. Perpetua) in Mary, Mother of God parish and a member of its men’s club for over 50 years, and was a volunteer at Westmoreland Manor. He loved bowling, and was a member of the National Tube and Shamrock leagues at Palley’s Lanes and the Archer Hill and St. Cecilia leagues at Glassport Bowling Lanes. Friends will be received in the Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA 15132 on Friday, December 10, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 11 AM at the St. Patrick Church Worship Center of Mary, Mother of God parish. Entombment will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery Mausoleum. The family suggests contributions to the Larosa Youth Foundation.
December 08, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
LaRue Nae George, 63, died Dec. 5, 2021. She was born June 18, 1958, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. She was the beloved daughter of Calvin and Georgia (Dunn) George.
In 1976, LaRue graduated from Duquesne High School and went on to attend Duquesne University, where she majored in Pre-law. LaRue held many jobs over the years but it was no surprise that she most enjoyed her work as a Banquet Server at the Westin Hotel & Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh.
LaRue loved talking and making people laugh. She was truly the life of the party.
LaRue departed this life peacefully at her home on December 5, 2021.
She leaves to cherish her memory, parents, Georgia George and Calvin (Barbara) George; two siblings, Terrie Sayles (Richard) and Calvin George of Duquesne; two sons, Juan George (Angela) of Turtle Creek, Patrick George (Lashawna) of West Mifflin; five grandchildren, Jade, Jazmine, Khloë, NaeCid, and Jose; life partner, Clifford Bey and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family and friends.
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December 08, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Linda Denise Foster, 65, died December 2, 2021. An author, entrepreneur, missionary, and a life-long resident of McKeesport, Linda was born August 5, 1956, in Clairton, PA. She was the beloved daughter of Bishop James and the late Pauline Jones Foster.
She graduated from Clairton High School. She obtained an Associate Degree in Accounting. She retired as a night monitor at Auberle but loved the job and the people, she went back to work part-time.
Linda loved her family & was an advocate in her community. Her passion for feeding others was displayed in every aspect of her life. Rather it was feeding someone spiritually or providing them with a hot meal, she made sure to fill your mind, body, and soul.
She was an active member of Trinity Church of God in Christ. Where she allowed her dedication to helping others to lead her in various ministries. Besides serving in the church, Linda founded Big Momma’s Soup Kitchen, where she fed anyone in need. She was the founder of The Community Choir that embraced every soul to sing all over the city. She was an avid writer. She wrote a host of poems, scripts, plays and published a book, Sarah’s Secret Struggle.
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December 08, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Freddie Mae Davis, 77, died Dec. 4, 2021. Friends will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021 at Creative Ministries Berachah, 1422 Evans Ave., McKeesport, PA 15132, where a funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Arrangements are in charge of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home Inc. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Freddie, please visit our floral store.
December 08, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Joyce Brant, 79, passed on December 5, 2021. She was born December 17, 1941, the last surviving child of Wayne and Florence (Rupert) Brant. She was preceded in passing by her siblings, Dennis R. Brant Sr., Wayne Brant, Almeda Jane Rodenz, Elizabeth May Detore, Sherida Lee Harbaugh, Alberta Taylor and Lillian Brant. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Joyce loved her family and her cat. She enjoyed writing and researching family genealogy.
All services will be private. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joyce Brant, please visit our floral store.
December 08, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joan S. Henderson, 89 of Versailles, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 1, 2021. She was born September 25, 1932 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Earl and Bernice (Inks) Kalkbrenner. She was the wife of the late Harry Henderson. Joan was a well-loved member of the McKeesport Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses for some 80 years. She had worked for the former Continental Can Company, and for many years as an integral member of the family business, West Penn Cleaning Company.
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December 08, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Bruno Valenti, 91, of Broomfield CO, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, December 6, 2021 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Lafayette, CO. He was born, December 14, 1929 in Irwin, a son of the late Peter and Desolina (Galozi) Valenti. Prior to his retirement, Bruno was a driver salesman for Dolly Madison and a veteran of the US Army having served during the Korean War Era. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Biddle Vets and a lifelong member of Circleville Vol. Fire Dept.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Louise Hamilton Valenti and second wife, Elizabeth S. "Betty" Kessel Valenti. He is survived by his two daughters, Marcia Rose and Jill Valenti; brother, John Valenti and his wife, Patricia; and grandson, James Rose.
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December 08, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Thomas E. "Pap" Peters, age 85, of White Oak, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2021. Born April 16, 1936, in Irwin, he was the son of the late Ward and Mary (Davis) Peters and beloved husband of the late Rosemarie Peters for 44 years before her passing in 2006.
Thomas was a 1955 graduate of Westinghouse Memorial High School in Wilmerding, served in the US Army from 1960 to 1964, and worked for the Westinghouse Corporation for over 40 years, first at the Air Brake in Wilmerding, then the Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh and Trafford, and lastly at the nuclear division at Waltz Mill where he traveled extensively all over the United States and Europe.
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December 08, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Donald C. Thomson, age 79, of North Huntingdon, passed to Heaven on December 3, 2021. Born in Pittsburgh on January 29, 1942, he grew up on the North Side and was the son of the late Charles and Dolores (Miller) Thomson. Don was the husband of Carolyn (Volk) Thomson.
In addition to his wife, Don is survived by children Eric (Cheryl) Thomson and Ann (Mark) Tanis; grandchildren Sarah Thomson, Charlie Thomson, Rachel Tanis, and Abby Tanis; sisters Joan Seigworth and Lois Thomson; nephews David Volk and Michael Seigworth; and nieces Heidi (Steve) Stimple and Kristin (Damien) Cooney.
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December 08, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Yolanda R. Marcase, age 85, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 in Grandview Estates, Elizabeth Twp. Born October 16, 1936 in Duquesne, she was a daughter of the late Salvatore and Angeline (Godine) Napoli and wife of the late Kenneth G. Marcase, Sr. who passed away July 7, 2012.
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December 07, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Jane F. Ondechek, age 80, of Duquesne, passed away on December 6, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born in Duquesne on January 20, 1941, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Ominowicz) Ondechek. Jane was a retired secretary from Meyers, Daragh, Buckler, Bebenek and Eck, was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Holy Trinity Church, a member of the GFWC Women’s Club of Duquesne, enjoyed dressing up and good meals. Jane was the sister of Paul (late Connie) Ondechek of Munhall; aunt of Beth (Travis) Knapp of West Mifflin and Jack (Laura Ivaska) Ondechek of Munhall; great aunt of Samantha Bruner; and is also survived by her extended family, the Spells.
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December 07, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
James Theodore Amos was born a twin in Washington, PA on April 27, 1947, and died in North Huntingdon, PA on December 5, 2021 at age 74 due to congestive heart failure. His parents Robert N. Amos and Edith M. Amos (Roberts) along with siblings Robert D. Amos, John P. Amos, and Keith A. Amos sadly all predeceased him.
He is survived by his beloved children Wendi A. Amos and Pamela J. Gaal (P.J. Amos), P.J.'s husband Gregory S. Gaal, grandchildren Rachel A. Figard, Jessica M. Figard, Emma M. Gaal, Paige A. Gaal, nephews and a niece. Jimmy lived life fully out loud, often punctuated by expletives but more often with gratitude and kisses. He held nothing back as he juiced each moment to his own delight, expecting nothing more than honesty from those around him.
Jimmy grew up in Greenock, PA where he enjoyed spending time with friends, collecting 45's (vinyl records), biking his paper route, camping with Boy Scouts, and playing first chair baritone horn in the Elizabeth Forward High School marching, concert and jazz bands (representing his high school at regional performance). Jimmy studied psychology at California University of PA for a few years, then worked several sales jobs (pitching everything from vacuum cleaners and vitamins to insurance) before proudly settling into a career as a steelworker (pourer, then bricklayer) at USX-Edgar Thomson Works. He was a voracious reader, green-thumbed gardener, and held an endless appetite for jazz music, the arts, BBQ ribs, and Steelers football.
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December 07, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Joseph C. Jordan, age 70, of White Oak, formerly of McKeesport, died December 6, 2021, at Canterbury Place. Born December 5, 1951, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Lawrence D. and Amelia (Gregory) Jordan, and best friend and life partner of Karen Miller.
Joe retired from Frank's Auto Supermarket, where he worked in the delivery department. He was a US Army veteran serving during peacetime. Joe had a passion for working on automobiles and building model cars.
Along with his partner, Karen, he is also survived by his children, Dominic (Ashley) Jordan of SC, Angelo Jordan of Mon-City, Robert Jordan of Wilmerding, Steven Estes of TX, Jim Jordan and Charity Jordan of McKees Rocks; 6 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; sisters, Lois Slebodnik of Duquesne, Donna DeFrances, and Joanna Rodreiguez both of McKeesport; also many nieces and nephews.
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December 07, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Klara Horvath Kovacs, 94, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, December 6, 2021 at Walden's View. She was born, May 31, 1927 in Dunavecse, Hungary, a daughter of the late Albert and Erzsebet (Daranyi) Horvath. Prior to her retirement, Klara was owner - operator of Straw Pump Auto Body Panels and a member of West Hempfield Presbyterian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Kovacs, son-in-law, Leonard Matta; sisters, Zsuzsa and Gizella; brothers, Zsigmond and Imre from Hungary; and brother, Albert of N. Huntingdon. She is survived by her daughter, Marta Kovacs Matta (Terry Baker); granddaughter, Lindsey Matta (Matthew Corrie); sister, Jolan of New Zealand and Amal of Hungary; great-granddaughter, Sadie Faith Corrie; and nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews here and abroad. There will be no visitation. Interment will be private in Brush Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shriners. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
