July 07, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Lora Lynne (Evans) Walz, 53, of Glassport, died July 6, 2021. She is the daughter of Larry Evans, Sr. and the late Elizabeth (Allen) Evans. She is survived by her son Michael Walz; brothers Larry “Butch” Evans, Tim Evans and Chris (Dana) Evans; cousin Leeann Klemm, with whom she resided; sister-in-law Netta Goodrich; boyfriend Jeff Gonzales; dear friend Kelly Starr Lueckert; also nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her sister Tracey (Evans) Wall, nephew Ryan Evans and great niece Kami. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Fri. from 1 to 6, at which time a service will be held.
July 07, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard “Rick” C. Bean Jr., age 66, passed away peacefully at his home in Forward Twp. on Monday, July 5, 2021. He is survived by his wife and best friend of 38 years, Maureen (Pastor) Bean, who cherished him as her soulmate and was his loving caretaker at the time of his illness. He loved the hobbies they enjoyed together, including riding his Harley, traveling to their much-loved Dewey Beach, and attending as many summer music events as possible with a dance or two. He took great pride in the accomplishments and interests of his daughter Brittany and son Matt. He was both his wife’s and children’s quiet strength and champion.
Maureen’s passion for animal rescue quickly rubbed off on Rick and he could never turn down a long drive to add furry friends to the family, sometimes as big as a horse. Some of the greatest joys of his life were dancing to “My Girl” with his daughter at her wedding and helping his son turn his first home into the farm of his dreams.
He was employed by Famous Supply and Plotkin Brothers and was a swimming official for the PIAA and WPIAL for 25 years. Born May 12, 1955 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Richard C. Bean Sr. and Elizabeth (Brannigan) Bean.
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July 07, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Frances W. Mehalcik, age 94, of McKeesport, formerly of Glassport, died July 5, 2021, at home surrounded by her most treasured earthly possessions, her family; she crossed the threshold of our worldly barrier, and entered the realm of our loving Lord. Born August 10, 1926, in Glassport, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Ann (Wiernicki) Derewonko and the wife of the late John L. "Sauers" Mehalcik, who died May 29, 2000.
Frances retired from Duquesne University of Pittsburgh, where she was a waitress. She became lifelong friends with dear co-workers; JoAnne Topoleski and Dolly Pavlecic. She was a member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish and attended Queen of the Rosary Church of Glassport. Frances enjoyed her soap operas, crossword puzzles, and baking. She was also an avid Penguins hockey and Steelers football fan.
Frances was defined by her faithful and unwavering love for all who entered her life; she will be sadly missed by each.
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July 07, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Audrey June (Reese) Bohlin, 91, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Greenock, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at home. Born on June 10, 1930, in McKeesport, she was the second daughter and the second of four children born to the late Urban J. and Loretta (Williams) Reese. She was the wife of Albert F. Bohlin, who owned and operated an automotive repair business in McKeesport.
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July 06, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Marian Jackson, age 84, of McKeesport, died July 5, 2021, at Redstone Highlands in Murrysville. Born January 23, 1937, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Smilja (Vidnovic) Vukovich and wife of the late Sidney Jackson.
Marian was a kind, loving, wonderful mother and friend. She dedicated her life to her entire family and had a wonderful sense of humor. Her smile would light up a room and will forever be remembered. She was an angel to her beloved children, grandchildren, and the entire family and will be deeply missed.
She is survived by children, Deborah (Donald) Zbikowski, of Chicago, IL, Denise Jackson, of Monroeville, and Douglas (Nancy) Jackson, of Murrysville; grandchildren, Nicole (Edward) Beutler, Douglas Zbikowski, Palmer Jackson, and Sydney Jackson; great-grandchildren, Natalie and Eleanor; sister, Joan (Bruce) Matthews; nephews, Jeffrey, David, Mark, Christopher, Michael, and Tegan.
The visitation and service will be private.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor.
July 06, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Marlene J. Winowitch, age 84, of White Oak, died July 5, 2021, at ManorCare in Monroeville. Born November 29, 1936, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Victor and Pearl (Campbell) Linderman and wife of Raymond M. Winowitch.
The simplest pleasures in life brought Marlene happiness. She loved being anywhere where it was warm, especially when she spent time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. When she lived in Florida, she would travel 16 hours like it was nothing to make sure she never missed a family occasion or holiday. She was creative in nature and always knew how to make a room full of people laugh effortlessly with her one-liners. She will be remembered for her unique spirit that transcended into crafts she created with the people she loved.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by children, Tammy (Robert) Tomei, of West Mifflin, Terri (Ronald) Spinosi, of White Oak, Luanne (Christine Hickey) Martino, of Erie, Jeffrey (Michelle) Winowitch, of White Oak, Amy (Kenneth) Farmerie, of Manor, and Mark (Tiffany) Winowitch, of Elizabeth; Eleven grandchildren: Ryan McKelvey, Robert (Ashley) Tomei Jr, Jordan Martino, Tiffany (Brandon) Greiner, Alexa (Chris) Bondra, Cody Farmerie, Mattie Winowitch, Haley Farmerie, Myah Winowitch, Nicholas Winowitch, Alex Winowitch, and six great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Victoria Martino.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor.
July 06, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Francis V. "Frank" Davis, age 72, of Port Vue, died July 5, 2021, at home. Born December 7, 1948, in Mt. Pleasant, he was the son of the late Joseph Sr. and Emily (Stepanic) Davis and husband of Theda (Buckholtz) Davis. Frank worked for U.S. Steel for 31 years and retired as a Blast Furnace Supervisor. Frank served with the Marines and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, where he earned a Purple Heart. He was a lifetime member of the Port Vue American Legion Post 447 and an officer, a member of the Glassport American Legion Post 443, and a lifetime member of the Clairton VFW Post 803.
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July 05, 2021 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Raymond T. Sovak, 72, of Jefferson Hills, formerly of Duquesne, fell asleep in the Lord on Sunday, July 4, 2021. Born in Pittsburgh, September 10, 1948, he was the son of the Late John N. and Bertha V. (Hudak) Sovak. Mr. Sovak was a member of SS Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He is survived by a brother Eugene (Late Marsha) Sovak; two nieces, Dr. Lisa Ann Sovak, and Christine Marie Sovak; and five cousins, James R. Hudak, Francis R. Hudak, Georgeann Clymer, George E. Sovak, and Joanne (Fred) Conner. In addition to his parents he also was preceded in death by a brother John F. Sovak, and two cousins Rev. Robert A. Kohuch and Joseph M. Ruszkoski.
Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc., Duquesne, from 9am until a Panachida service at 11am. Liturgy of Christian Burial will follow at 11:30am in SS Peter and Paul Church with Rev. Will Rupp as Celebrant. Burial will follow in SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery, West Mifflin.
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July 05, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
William A. Mainwaring, 74, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2021. He was born August 28, 1946 in McKeesport, a son of the late William Mainwaring and Margaret Berkins. He was a member of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church and prior to his retirement he worked at Westinghouse Air Brake, Wilmerding for over 20 years and most recently he was employed as a field supervisor for Plum borough.
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July 05, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Joseph Kurzynski, age 87, of North Versailles, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2021. He was born February 16, 1934 in Wielum, Poland, a son of the late Tomasz and Julianna Kurzynski. He was a long-time member of St. Joseph the Worker Parish, formerly known as St. Jude the Apostle in Wilmerding. He worked for over 20 years as a machinist at Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh and then worked as a school bus driver and in maintenance at Giant Eagle before retiring.
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July 05, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Gloria L. (Kittiko) Simqu, 96, of North Huntingdon, died Monday June 28, 2021. She was born September 21, 1925 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Leonard Joseph and Martha Ruel (Jakes) Kittiko and was also preceded in death by her husband Joseph R. Simqu in 1980. She was a retired employee of National City Bank, an Elder and active member of New Hope Presbyterian Church, North Huntingdon, and was a member of the Gold Star Wives of America. She is survived by her son Steven L. Simqu; her brother L. Bernard “Ben” Kittiko and his wife Vivian; also nieces and nephews.
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July 05, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Byron G. Wardropper, 75, of North Huntingdon, died unexpectedly June 29, 2021. He was born April 16, 1946 in McKeesport, a son to the late Harry James and Edna Samantha (Littleton) Wardropper and was also preceded in death by his brothers Tom and Gerald Wardropper and his brother in law Colin Hemus. He was the CEO and founder of Innovative Carbide in Irwin. He spent over 57 years in the tungsten carbide industry and started his own business in 1987. He also owned IC Recycling Solutions in Irwin, and Action Roof Tile Tooling in Lake Wales, FL. His legacy will live on through his wife and children.
Byron had a love for aviation and was known as “El Lobo'' among his pilot friends. He was a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association, Aircraft Owners and Pilot Association, and Cirrus Owners and Pilot Association. He was also an avid outdoorsman and life member of the National Rifle Association and a member of the McKeesport Gun Club.
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July 04, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Eleanor Melnichak Mitrik, 97, originally from McKeesport, now residing in West Mifflin, died July 3, 2021. God has another angel. Beloved wife of the late Frank A. Mitrik; mother of Lucille (Bill) Holloway and Mary Lynn (Klink) Hudack; sister of the late Mary Lundie, Michael Melinchak, Helen Karpinsky and Albert "Corky" Melnichak; grandmother of Melissa, Rebecca, Daniel, Aaron and Elise; great grandmother of Isabella, Alexander, Madelyn and Alexa; aunt to numerous nieces and nephews and remembered by other special friends She was our beloved matriarch who put her family above all else. Friends received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Wed. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral liturgy will be held Thurs. 10:00 am at St. Elias Byzantine Catholic Church. Interment following St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin. The family would like to thank Kane Community McKeesport for their compassion and love for Eleanor. We would also like to thank Bridges Hospice for all of their care and a special thank you to Dr. Muhammad Mukhtar for going above and beyond ensuring Eleanor's best health and comfort throughout the years.
July 03, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Dorothy M. Miller, age 82, of White Oak, formerly of Coulter, died July 2, 2021, at Transitions Healthcare North of Irwin. Born March 23, 1939, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Kathryn (Harris) Robertson and the wife of the late Clarence D. "Kite" Miller.
Dorothy retired from the former Lincoln Hills Country Club, where she worked in the kitchen. She was a member of the former Penns Woods United Methodist Church of Irwin. Dorothy enjoyed walking, riding her bicycle, and spending time outdoors.
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July 03, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Raymond John Sydeski, aka ‘Mr. Ray,’ ‘Legs,’ Sydeski, age 94, died in Naples, Florida on October 24th, 2019. He was born in Glassport Pa. on January 4, 1925, to the late Mary Bogush Sydeski and John Paul Sydeski. He was survived at the time of his death by his loving spouse of 74 years, Virginia (Gina) Malacki Sydeski, whom he met at the roller skating rink in Glassport, Pa. In addition, he is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Raymond J. Sydeski (Becky) who reside in Minnesota, and his three daughters and their spouses, Marilyn Sydeski Johns (Chris), Joanne Sydeski Gray (Walt), and Adell Sydeski Cotter (Tim), all of whom reside in Florida. His great loves were his grandchildren who survive him and include: Lora R. Johns, Gregory R. Johns, Matthew R. Sydeski and his spouse Amber, Jonathan C. Sydeski, Faith G. Cotter, and also the newest great granddaughter, Emma Sydeski. He is also survived by a sister, Gert Ormand and a brother Robert Sydeski, both from Glassport, Pa. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Patricia Rae, his brothers, Steven, Edwin, John and his sister Connie.
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