Joseph Edward Wentroble

October 31, 2020 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Joseph "Buddy" Edward Wentroble, 90, of White Oak, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2020. He was born August 1, 1930 in East Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Edward and Catherine (Medrick) Wentroble. He was the husband of the late Josephine (Kozak) Wentroble and the late Patricia Grace (Valicenti) Wentroble.

Frank Tigano

October 30, 2020 |

By James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory

Frank Tigano, 95, died peacefully on Sunday, October 18, 2020.  He was born in Braddock, Pennsylvania on March 2, 1925, the son of the late Joseph Tigano and Rose (DeMarco) Tigano Canalungo.  He is survived by his wife of 71 years Clara (Zezzo) Tigano, and four children, Frank (Madelain) Tigano, David (Fran) Tigano, Rosalie (Stephen) Carpenter, and Jerry (Jennifer) Tigano.  He has 7 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 6 great, great grandchildren.  Frank was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.  He was the founder and co-owner of F & C Distributing Company in Braddock and Irwin.

Beverly Ann Brownfield

October 30, 2020 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Beverly Ann Brownfield, 65, was born on October 6, 1955. She was the beloved daughter of Janice (Smith) Brownfield and the late Meredith Brownfield. Beverly departed this life suddenly, on October 22, 2020 at UPMC McKeesport. She was preceded in death by her father, and her sister, Merredith “Rita” Brownfield.

Beverly was born in McKeesport and was the first grandchild on both sides of her large and loving family. She joined her family in becoming a member of the Bethlehem Baptist Church at a young age and was baptized.

Beverly attended McKeesport Senior High School and worked for some time at the McKeesport OIC. She was also a childcare provider for many years. For decades Beverly proudly worked at one of the McKeesport polling locations during every primary and general election season, and always enjoyed the camaraderie of her fellow poll workers.

Angelia Williams-Critten

October 30, 2020 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Angelia Williams-Critten, 56, was born on December 27, 1963 to Maybolene Davidson and David Christian Williams in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Angelia departed this life on October 23, 2020 at home. She was preceded in death by her grandson, William Javon Chaffin.  

Angelia, a graduate of Marion Center worked as a Home Health Aide for and Drug Alcohol Counselor. She was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church, where she was part of the choir.

Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Flowers

October 30, 2020 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Flowers, 85, of Jeannette, died October 24, 2020. Betty passed away from several health issues enhanced by the COVID-19 virus. Betty was born November 28, 1934 in McKeesport, the second daughter of Joseph and Anne Kapis. Betty was the surviving spouse of William "Weed-eye" Flowers.

Simply known as Bill and Betty, they spent most of their early married life raising their four children in Duquesne, then moving to Latrobe. Later in life, Bill and Betty retired to Irwin and eventually settled in Jeannette. Betty took great joy in raising her children and helping to raise her grandchildren. She worked as a secretary for several organizations and took great pride in her secretarial skills.

Deborah A. Shaffer

October 30, 2020 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Deborah (Chovanec) Shaffer, 61, of Latrobe, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020, at home. Born June 3, 1959, in the Mon Valley, she was the daughter of Edward Chovanec and the late Patricia Alverez, and the wife of the late Jeffrey Shaffer. Deborah enjoyed volunteering her time at the Greensburg Care Center. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and tending to her numerous flower gardens. She also had a lottery scratch-off ticket with her or around the house, always looking for a winner.

Douglas J. Cahill

October 30, 2020 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Douglas J. Cahill, 64, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2020 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital.  He was born May 26, 1956 in Washington, PA, a son of Helen Jean Brownlee and the late Douglas Cahill.  Doug was a self-employed contractor and enjoyed doing woodworking, spending time with his grandson and was an Eagle Scout.  He is survived by his wife, Teri (Erdly) Cahill; sons, Christopher and Joshua Guffey; sister, Debra Gorby and her husband, John; grandson, Hayden; and numerous nieces and nephews.  Friends will be received on Monday from 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Boy Scouts of America Cub Scout Pack #33  in memory of Doug.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

Gloria M. (DiMucci) Takacs

October 30, 2020 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Gloria M. Takacs, age 94 of North Huntingdon, passed away at home on Thursday, October 29, 2020.  Born February 5, 1926 in Hostetter, she was a daughter of the late Donato and Ida (DiSciascio) DiMucci.  A member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Gloria was a graduate of the McKeesport School of Nursing and worked as a nurse for many years at McKeesport Hospital.  She is survived by her husband William Takacs; her sons Ray (Kathy) Takacs of North Huntingdon and William (Dawn) Takacs, Jr. of Weirton, WV.  As Gloria was also especially and greatly devoted to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; she is also survived by her grandchildren Katie (Angelo) Rometo, Thomas (Mindy) Takacs, Timothy (Jennifer) Takacs, and Stacy (Adam) Hardy; and her great-grandchildren John, Anne, and Sara Mamas, Eva Rometo, Levi, Elliot, Collin Takacs, and Ashton, Liam, and Delaney Hardy.  She is also survived by nieces and nephews.  Besides her parents, Gloria was preceded in death by her great-grandson James Patrick Mamas.

Harry W. Dumas

October 30, 2020 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

Harry W. Dumas, 79, of West Mifflin, died peacefully on Wednesday, October 28, 2020, in Southwestern Nursing Care Center, West Mifflin. Born April 5, 1941, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Anthony and Lucille (Kolodziej) Dumas. Mr. Dumas was a retired design draftsman for Nuvision Engineering and a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force.

Joseph G. Stipanovic

October 30, 2020 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Joseph G. Stipanovic, age 86, of Liberty Borough, died October 28, 2020, at Arden Courts of Monroeville.  Born February 12, 1934, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Elizabeth Stipanovic and the husband of the late Phyllis Smith Stipanovic.

Edward P. Soltis, Sr

October 30, 2020 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Edward P. Soltis, Sr. age 93 of Port Vue, departed this life peacefully on October 29, and joined his beloved wife, Dolores (Haberjak) Soltis and his loving son, Edward, in God’s heavenly kingdom. He was the son of the late William and Elizabeth Soltis of Duquesne.

James (Jimmers) Dennis Evans

October 30, 2020 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

James (Jimmers) Dennis Evans, age 75, of North Huntingdon, died Wednesday, October 28, 2020.  He was born in McKeesport on December 31, 1944 and is the son of the late William and Shirley Sawders Evans.

Emma J. Barco

October 30, 2020 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Emma J. Barco, age 77 of McKeesport died on October 28, 2020. She was born in McKeesport on August 27,1943 and is the daughter of the late Joseph and Grace Costa Vicetic, and the wife of Paul R. “Chip” Barco.

Robert J. Smerker

October 29, 2020 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Robert J. Smerker, age 78, of Port Vue, Pa., died October 29, 2020 at Walden's View, North Huntingdon. He was born June 27, 1942 in Pittsburgh, Pa., a son of the late John and Edith Smerker. Prior to his retirement, Robert was employed as the Vice President of Three Rivers Bank in Jefferson. He collected coins, stamps, enjoyed spending time at the gym and loved baseball. He is survived by his beloved wife, Marcia Smerker; one daughter, Denise Newton and her husband Robert; one brother, Ron Smerker and his wife, Carol; grandchildren, Joshua, Adam and Aaron. There is no visitation or service. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

Corrine Louise Gilbert

October 29, 2020 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Corrine Louise Gilbert, 95, of Greensburg, formerly of Blairsville died peacefully, Wednesday October 28, 2020 at Westmoreland Manor. She was born  September 9,1925 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Wilson T. & Anna Gilbert. Corrine had worked at Sabin China and then at sewing factories in Blairsville and the state of California. She was very talented making crafts and crocheting. She made many beautiful things that her family will cherish for years to come.