May 06, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
James Anthony Cottone, 74 of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, formerly of Clairton, Pennsylvania, died on May 5, 2021. He was born in McKeesport, Pennsylvania as one of eight children on December 11, 1946, to the late Eugene and Angeline (Leeper) Cottone. James was a 1965 graduate of Clairton High School and a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. He was a steelworker for the USS Irvin Works for nearly 20 years and worked as an insurance broker for the remainder of his very hardworking career, which continued until his death. James was a talented football player for Clairton High School and Parsons College. Throughout his life, he enjoyed camping, boating, dancing, music, sports, and spending time with his family.
James is survived by his daughter Ellen (James) Richey; sisters Joann (Jack) Geary and Mary Ann (Robert) Melani; and brothers Eugene (Bonnie) Cottone and Robert (Cindy) Cottone, and companion Dorothy Smoyer. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Anthony (Janet) Cottone and Frank (Dinka) Cottone as well as his sister Carmel (William) Donnelly.
Family and friends will be received on Sunday, May 9th from 6-8 and Monday, May 10th from 2-4 and 6-8 at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place at the funeral home on Tuesday, May 11th at 10 a.m. presided by Rev. Marcia Rhoades, followed by interment at Saint Clare Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the UPMC Cancer Center at 5150 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh PA, 15132 or by calling the center at (412) 623-4700. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
May 06, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ryan Michael Zabelsky, age 30 of North Huntingdon died May 3, 2021. He was born January 15, 1991 in Pittsburgh, Pa. , a son of Gregg and Mary Lynne Visser Zabelsky. Ryan was kind hearted, thoughtful and extremely courageous. He was a graduate of Norwin Class of 2009 and also a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown Campus with a degree in accounting. Ryan enjoyed the beach, golfing and fishing. He is the grandson of the late Ken and Agnes Visser and "Cil' and Robert Zabelsky . Also surviving are two brothers, Kevin and Jason Zabelsky, a sister, Rachel Zabelsky, his step grandmother, Bernice Visser, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Services will be private. James W. Shirley Funeral Home , North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Epileptic Foundation. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 05, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Eleanore “Ellie” Barovitch of Forest Hills passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at Juniper Village of Forest Hills. Born October 8, 1936 in Helvetia, PA she was the daughter of the late Vera Spryszak Royer. Ellie graduated from St. Catherine’s High School, Dubois, PA, St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing, Loretto, PA and The University of Pittsburgh, Pediatric Nursing, BSN.
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May 05, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
James "Jimbo" Klein, age 65, of McKeesport, died April 27, 2021, at UPMC Mercy Hospital. Born January 28, 1956, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Stephen Albert and Isabel (Pinzak) Klein.
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May 05, 2021 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Veronica Kinch, of Montgomery, Texas, formerly of West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, passed peacefully from this life to eternal rest, surrounded by her family, on Saturday, May 1. Born in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of Nicholas and Mary Opatick. Frank, her husband of 56 years, preceded her in death, along with four siblings: Bernard (Natalie), Eugene ‘Skip’ (Elaine), Lawrence ‘Tubby’ (Norma, surviving), Marianne (Ronald).
Veronica is survived by her children Jonathan ‘Jay’ (Becki), Timothy (Kim), and Laura Jean (Sean); seven grandchildren, Stephanie (Frank), Brittanie, Jacqueline, Jennifer (Greg), Troy (Linzie), Ryan and Darren; three great-grandchildren Blaine, Priscilla Grace, and Paizley; her helpful nephew, Wayne; many nieces and nephews, cousins, and her cat Maggie.
During her life, she built a successful career as a Sales Representative for Bell Telephone, later Verizon, and was an excellent homemaker, wife, mother, Gramsey, Great Gram, and Aunt. She attended Holy Trinity Catholic School, graduated from Duquesne High School, and was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, in Duquesne, PA., for more than 60 years. She loved animals, was passionate about her garden and yard, was a member of the Telephone Pioneers, and the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association. She was proud of her entire family and always showed an interest by keeping in touch with everyone.
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May 04, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Edmund S. Lewandowski, will be celebrated on May 15, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Name Church, Duquesne, of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, with his son, the Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, as principal celebrant.
Edmund passed away last April, during the Covid-19 pandemic, at the Locust Grove Personal Care Home. Born May 9, 1922 in Nowa-Wies-Wielka, Poland, he was the son of the late Jozef & Anastazia (Siemiankowska) Lewandowski. He was a retired letter carrier in Duquesne, a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish in Duquesne, a former insurance salesman for the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America, member of the former Holy Name Society of the former St. Hedwig Church, member of the Polish War Veterans of WWII, American Legion, the Polish National Alliance, the Polish Club of Duquesne, Teutonia Mannerchor Club of Duquesne, National Association of Letter Carriers and the Loyal Order of the Moose.
Edmund enjoyed being surrounded by family especially celebrating birthdays. He enjoyed sharing travel stories with his grandkids while drinking French wine. He listened attentively while the great grandkids came to visit. He served in the Polish Army as a 2nd Lt. during WWII and was a prisoner of war for 4 years. He was the beloved husband of 53 years to the late Blanche L. (Belback) Lewandowski, who died on March 19, 2004.
He was the father of Dennis (Judy) Lewandowski of Plum Boro, Rev. Thomas J. Lewandowski, Parochial Vicar at Immaculate Conception Parish in Washington, PA & College Chaplain at Washington & Jefferson College, Waynesburg University, and California University of Pennsylvania, and the late Anthony Lewandowski; grandfather of Kristen (Steve) Lichius & Michael (Kristen) Lewandowski; great grandfather of Ava and Ryan Lichius and Mary Lewandowski; brother of Regina Smolka and predeceased by brothers & sisters Anthony Lewandowski, Apolinary Lewandowski, Fr. Dominik Lewandowski, and Sr. Aurelia Lewandowski, S.O.E.
Arrangements entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Everyone is welcome to attend. The mass will be live-streamed on the Funeral Home website www.maloy-schleiferfuneralhome.com
May 04, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael Alwin Bill, 58, of White Oak, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021. He was born October 8, 1962 in McKeesport and was the son of Alwin Michael and Barbara (Epolito) Bill of Port Vue. Michael was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Township. He was an Electrical Engineer and had previously worked for Bechtel-Bettis. He loved music and played guitar and harmonica. He enjoyed shooting and fishing and spending time with his parents, daughters, sister and his favorite dog Dylan.
Michael loved learning and creating. He enjoyed making others laugh and bringing joy to those around him. As is a tale, so is a life: Not how long it is, but How good it is, is what matters as we celebrate Mike's life and send him home, Let us reflect on his favorite song by Bobby Bare- "Drop kick me Jesus, through the goal posts of life End over end, neither the left or the right Straight through the hearts of them righteous uprights Drop kick me Jesus through the goal posts of life".
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May 04, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Lucille Ann Michaels Blake, 73 of Clairton, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her residence on Monday, May 3rd, 2021. She was born in West Mifflin on November 15, 1947 to the late Gustave and Anna Mae Bach Michaels. Lucille was the loving wife of over 50 years to the late Gary E. Blake.
She is survived by her loving daughter Melody A. Blake and her beloved son-in-law and caregiver Christopher Volpe as well as many nieces and nephews and her loving puppies Daisy and Molly. Lucille was preceded in death by her 3 brothers Robert, John, and Ronald Michaels.
She was a member of the Saint Paulinus congregation in Clairton. Lucille loved her family dearly and touched many lives. She enjoyed watching her soap operas and her nightly milkshakes that Christopher brought to her. She was an avid bingo player and loved trips to the casino with her husband and brothers. She also enjoyed needlework and crocheting.
However, she was best known for the abundant amounts of Christmas cookies she would bake every year for her beloved family. She graduated from Clairton High School in 1966 and was employed by J. Edward Connelly and Associates.
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May 04, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Richard M. Goltz, age 87 of Irwin, formally of Defuniak Springs, FL, died May 1, 2021, at St. Margaret Hospital. Born July 8, 1933, in Cleveland, OH, he was the son of the late Harry Christian and Anna (Widowski) Goltz and the husband of Jean (Allen) Goltz.
Richard retired from Newburgh & South Shore Railroad as a demurrage clerk and was a U.S. Navy Veteran. He was an Elder in the Defuniak Springs Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Richard was a portrait and landscape artist and made video and DVD recordings of old TV shows and movies as a hobby. He enjoyed working in his yard, gardening, bird watching, traveling, and always looked forward to visits with his grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, Richard is survived by his children, Rick (Lydia) Goltz of Arizona, Larry (Mary) Goltz of Florida, Lori Vialpondo of California, and Suzi (Michael) O'Donnell of Irwin; and grandchildren, Richie, Abigail, Ricky, Elizabeth, and Savanna.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Rachel.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Supervisor, Chris Odasso
May 03, 2021 |
By James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
Darrell F. Stern, Jr., 58, of White Oak died May 2, 2021. Son of the Darrell F. Sr. & Marguerite (Hutchison) Stern. Beloved husband of Patricia Ann (Del Rosso) Stern. Loving father of Laurel Lee (Ben Waite) Stern. Dear brother of Sherry Lee (Michael) Esasky, Kim (Alan) Bilinsky, and Lea Marie Stern. Uncle of Daniella (Michael) Artman (God Daughter), Alexis Mehlik, Andrew Bilinsky, Adam Bilinsky (Godson), Amelia Bilinsky, Michael “Bubba” Esasky, Lilly Boggs, and Azelea Stern. Brother-in-law of Antoinette (Joe Mehalik) Del Rosso. Darrell was an endurance athlete and an avid outdoorsman enjoying Mountain biking, fishing, Kayaking, he also was a craft beer enthusiast, and an excellent cook. Darrell was a longtime Trail steward with White Oak Park and the Allegheny Land Trust. He retired with 29 years of service to the Allegheny County Health Dept Air Quality Control Division.
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May 03, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Toni Joann (Hill) Reid, 70, died April 30, 2021. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to 12 noon Wednesday, May 5, 2021, and a funeral service will be celebrated at 12 noon at Macedonia Baptist Church, 17 Cochran St., Duquesne, PA 15110. Arrangements in charge of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home.
May 03, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
John M. “Jay” Gorda Sr., age 67, of Duquesne, passed away on May 1, 2021 at UPMC McKeesport. Born in McKeesport on April 2, 1954, he was the son of the late John and Bertha (Wargo) Gorda. He was a former steelworker at U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church, a former commandant of the East McKeesport League-Hesse-Waldron Detachment and proudly served his country in the Marine Corps and helped with Toys 4 Tots. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and reminiscing about riding when he couldn’t. He was the husband of the late Terri L. (Marcus) Gorda; father of Richard Gorda, Debra (Sean Patterson) Gorda, John Gorda Jr., Shawn Gorda and Robert Gorda; grandfather of Erik Patterson, Mackenzie Patterson and Adelina Brown; brother of Kathleen M. (Ted Kochina) Schussler, Madeline (late Francis) Salvatore, late Patricia Anderson, late Richard Gorda and late Marian Gorda.
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May 03, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Lucille K. Teti, age 93 of Versailles, passed away on Thursday, April 29, 2021 in UPMC McKeesport. Born July 8, 1927 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Carmella (DiMonaco) Antonella and was also preceded in death by her husband Mario R. Teti, who passed away July 3, 2019; her son Robert J. Teti; her brothers Joseph, Arthur “Butch,” Pete, and Michael “Max” Antonella; and her sisters Rose Vezzani and Theresa Antonella. Lucille is survived by her daughters Donna (Nick) Puskar and Janet (Victor Pribanic) Teti, both of White Oak; her grandchildren Lori (Jerrod) Crosby, Kristen (Casey) Holtzman, and Douglas (Kellie) Puskar; her great-grandchildren Gianna, Isabella, and Tessa Crosby, Halle, Marlee, and Derek Holtzman, and Makenna and Nicholas Puskar; her sister Tina Smith of Trafford; and also many nieces and nephews.
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May 03, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James R. Stricklin, age 83, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital. He retired from the payroll department at U.S. Steel, South Side, and was a former school bus driver for the Elizabeth Forward School District. An Army veteran, he was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church, in Elizabeth Twp., and a lifetime social member of Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Co. Born February 11, 1938 in Wheeling, WV, he was a son of the late Harry and Roberta (Thomas) Stricklin and husband of the late Bernadette Ann (Chasko) Stricklin. He is survived by daughters, Renee (Robert L.) Gillie of West Newton, Dana Stricklin of Elizabeth and Jill (Ronald) Orosz of Baton Rouge, LA; son, James M. (Lisa) Stricklin of Plum; grandchildren, Dr. Brandon (Theresa), Zachary, Garrett, Aaron, Jacob (Cassandra), Benjamin, Nicholas and Gabrielle; great-grandchildren, Alexander, Claire, Willow and Raylee; brother, Harry Stricklin of Elizabeth Twp.; sister-in-law, Patricia (Duane) Coulson of Elizabeth Twp.; also, nieces and nephews.
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May 03, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert A. Waight, 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born September 26, 1937 in Aspinwall, a son of the late Floyd and Margaret (Krieg) Waight. Prior to his retirement, Robert was an electrical engineer for Westinghouse and a veteran of the US Army Reserves. He was a member of St. Agnes Parish, enjoyed golfing and spending time with his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Gary and James Waight; and sister, Patty Waight. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, JoAnne Wilkinson Waight; sons, Jim and his wife, Ann, Neal and his wife, Julie; daughter, Laura Chomanics and her husband, Mike; grandchildren, LeeAnn (Brandon) Meyer, Christina Waight, Madeline Waight, Dominique (Steven) Gray; great-grandchildren, Vincent, Francis, Lillian, and Cecilia.
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