April 30, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
Nicholas M. Hruska of Bellevue, Nebraska, formerly of Glassport, passed away on March 18, 2021. He was born December 6, 1943 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania to the late Michael Hruska and Margaret (Protz) Hruska. He attended St. Nicholas Catholic School in McKeesport and Graduated from Glassport High School in 1961. He attended McCook Junior College in McCook, Nebraska on a basketball scholarship and served in the Coast Guard. He worked for Allegheny County at Kane Hospital.
Nick was a devoted Steeler and Pirate fan. He had a first-rate sense of humor and was especially proud of being honored in the Glassport hall of fame for local sports. He is survived by his sister Geraldine (Calvin) Guelich of Painesville, Ohio and brother David Hruska of Bellevue, Nebraska. He is also survived by his nieces Karen (Dave) Praznovsky, Janice (Rich) Alvarez, Sherry (Steve) Tytko, Vallerie Hruska, and nephew Brent Hruska. He requested no services.
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April 30, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Joann M. Wallace, age 59, of McKeesport, passed away on April 29, 2021 at UPMC McKeesport. Born in McKeesport on June 13, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Albert Vavra and the late Theresa (Vavra) Williams. She was a homemaker who enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandson, and was a big fan of the Penguins, Steelers & Pirates. She is survived by her fiancé, Jerry Cunningham; was the mother of Samantha Wallace of McKeesport and Anthony Doratio of McKeesport; grandmother of Luca Margliotti, Trenton Doratio, Giovanni Doratio, and Serenity Doratio; sister of Paul (Georgia) Vavra of Dravosburg, Barbara Habjanetz of Glassport, Raymond Vavra of Glassport and the late Mary Jane Hess, late Patty Bailey, late Jimmy Vavra, and late Albert Vavra.
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April 30, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert Gilbert Roberts, Jr., 64, of McKeesport, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021. He was born June 29, 1956 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Robert Gilbert Roberts, Sr., and the late Darlene Elizabeth (Holmes) Roberts, Robert was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church and worked for Basic Carbide.
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April 29, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Charlotte (Suley) Lewis Ban, age 70, of White Oak, died on April 26, 2021, at home.
She was a retired nurse's aid, working in the assisted living field. Charlotte was a lifelong resident of Turtle Creek and graduated T.C.H.S. in 1968. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. She cared for so many in her life, and with a heart that was bigger than her, she provided love to all young, old, men, women, and furry friends. Charlotte also enjoyed gardening and tending to her animal children.
She is survived by her son, John Michael; brother, Richard Suley; and many other extended family members. Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.
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April 29, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Christopher James “Rave” Millington, 33, of Pittsburgh, formerly of West Mifflin and New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, in Pittsburgh following a tragic accident. He was born on October 16, 1987, in Pittsburgh to the surviving Scott P. Millington and Karin M. Cain. Christopher is survived by his parents Scott P. Millington of Glassport and Karin Cain of Brentwood. He also leaves behind his daughter Shayla R. Millington of Brentwood, who Christopher was incredibly proud of and he considered his greatest achievement, his sister Amandia (John) Millington of Munhall, nephew Johnny, many Aunts, Uncles, and cousins, and his dogs, Sadie, Kitty, and Icey. Christopher was preceded in death by his brother Scotty Albert Millington. He was a graduate of the Lawrence County Vo-Tech, was a life member of the V.F.W, enjoyed shooting pool, riding his bike, going fishing, darts, playing Play Station, but most of all he loved and cared for all of his family and will forever be remembered as having a big heart overflowing with compassion. He took special care to take care of his mother who will forever dearly miss him, he was her support who was always there to help her when it was needed. Christopher loved to work and worked for himself as an independent contractor doing construction.
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April 29, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Leroy "Pooh" Anthony Richel, 39, of Glassport passed away April 29, 2021 at home. He is the son of the late Robert and Rose (Danielson) Richel, Sr. He is survived by his son Robert "Tubbie" Richel of Port Vue; siblings Bobbi Jo (Mark Rupinski) Richel of Glassport, Betty Jo Richel of Glassport, Jody Upperman of Port Vue, Tina (Keith Snyder) Richel of North Huntingdon, Sissy Richel of Port Vue anmd Robert (Jen) Richel, Jr. of Port Vue; brother-in-law Robert Upperman of Port Vue; also many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Billie Jo Richel. Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Tues. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. In lieu of flowers, the family requestes that donations be made directly to the funeral home.
April 29, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Paul Edward Runge, 78, of White Oak, passed away Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at home. He was born January 16, 1943 in Boston, PA and was the son of the son of the late Edward L. and Catherine (Faye) Runge. Paul worked as an electrician for the former US Steel in Christy Park and General Dynamic. He was a former member of the MOOSE club in Elwood City and enjoyed model trains. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and avid NASCAR fan, most notably Mark Martin in the number 6 car. He is survived by his wife, Carol L. (Knox) Runge, sons, Gregory Runge of Groton, CT and David Paul Runge of White Oak, daughters, Michele Renee Smedberg (Fiancé Chris Mirante) of Norwich, CT, and Carrie Lynn (Randy) Olsen of Waterford, CT, grandchildren, Chelsea, Jonathan and Ashley, great-grandchildren, Ezekiel and Paisley, brother, Bernard Runge and sisters, Dorrine Miller and Faye Ann Pellasce, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Paul was preceded in death by his son, Neal Alan Runge, grandson, Nathan, sisters, Mary Alice Skroupski and Marlene Corazzelli and brother, Raymond Runge. There is no visitation. A memorial service will be held Monday, May 3, 2021 at 11:00 am at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, 15131 (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director. Private burial will be held in Connecticut at a later date. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
April 29, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
Thomas N. Muse, Jr., 72, husband of Angelyn Muse, of Summerville, South Carolina, passed away on Friday, April 9, 2021.
Tom was born in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania on October 18, 1948. He was the son of Thomas Muse Sr. and Norma Muse. He proudly served our country in the United States Army from 1968 to 1971.He became a Green Beret serving in the 6th Special Forces and Special Forces Airborne Division. He later served as Human Resources manager for Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania then later completed his 31 year career at the Nuclear Power Training Unit in Goose Creek, South Carolina.
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April 28, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Lawrence “Jim” Cooper, age 81, of White Oak, died on Sunday, April 25, 2021. He was born in Robinson Twp. on November 7, 1939 and is the son the late Robert L. and Lois M. Shoup Cooper.
He was retired from the US Air Force and then worked in the aerospace industry for TRW and Northwood Aerospace in California and Utah.
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April 28, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Tylor Matthew Steinkopf, age 35, of Liberty Borough, died Monday, April 26, 2021. He was born in McKeesport on November 25, 1985 and is the son of William M. and Robyn McCauley Steinkopf of Liberty Borough. Tylor enjoyed working on cars along with his latest passion of building remote control cars.
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April 28, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Frank Michael "Fortunato" Maglicco, 80, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021 at home. He was born June 9, 1940 in McKeesport and was the son of the late William "Bull" and Kathleen (Naugle) Maglicco. He was a graduate of McKeesport High School, Youngstown State University, where he was a member of Kappa Sigma Kappa/ Theta Xi and The University of Pittsburgh. Frank retired after 37 years as a teacher, most tenured at AIU and was also was safety director and a truck driver for Schlessinger Trucking. He was an active and faithful member of St. Mary's Romanian Church in McKeesport. Frank was head guard and manager of Renzie pool, and very active in athletics. He played football for McKeesport High School, coached football and wrestling at Serra Catholic High School and coached wrestling at South Allegheny High School. He loved visiting friends and fishing at his cabin in Bedford County.
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April 28, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Barbara A. Bills, age 65 of Port Vue, formerly of White Oak, died April 27, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born April 16, 1956, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Charles Blamick Jr. and Gertrude (Fullard) Blamick and wife of Theodore "Ted" Bills. Barbara used to work for the Daily News and was also a member of the Red Hat Society. She was a graduate of McKeesport High School and went on to study at Duff's Business Institute.
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April 28, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Gerard E. Price, age 79 of White Oak, passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 in Canterbury Place, Pittsburgh. Born September 7, 1941 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Michael and Victoria McCarthy and the adoptive son of the late Helen and Mathis Price. A graduate of both Carrick High School and the University of Pittsburgh, Gerard served three tours of duty during the Vietnam War in the US Marine Corps, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant, followed by service with both the US Army and US Air Force. He also graduated from both the Pennsylvania State Police Academy and FBI Academy in Quantico, VA and retired as a detective with the University of Pittsburgh Police Force. Gerard was a member of the Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge # 221, Franklin/St. John's/Trinity as well. He is survived by his wife Mary Ann (Farmer) Price, his son Bryan (fiancee Melissa Horn) McCarthy of Versailles, and grandson Michael McCarthy.
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April 27, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Gerald Thomas “Boogs” Burger, 74 of Glassport, passed away on April 24, 2021 at UPMC McKeesport. He was born in McKeesport on March 21, 1947 to the late George and Anna Reskovac Burger. Gerald was the loving husband of 35 years to Luanne Gabelli Burger. He is survived by his wife Luanne, his sons Thomas (Stacey) Burger, Robert Goldberg, Clinton (Nicole) Goldberg, Michael Goldberg, and Eric (Ashlee) Goldberg, as well as his daughters Dana (Robert) Burger-Carney, Lori Goldberg-Moninger, Erin (Rob) Goldberg, and Holly (Chevy) Goldberg. He is also survived by his grandchildren Willie, Chelsea, Alyssa, Heather, Kayla, Douglas, and Addison, Abby, Clint Jr., Nalayah, Namir, Amani, Yusuf, Jaylee, Ava, Autumn, Dylan, Gracynn, and Logan as well as his great-grandson Zane.
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April 27, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Richard Allen Funk, 71, of Ardara, passed away Monday, April 26, 2021 at his home. He was born March 6, 1950 in Braddock, a son of the late Luther and Dorothy (Kapostas) Funk. Prior to his retirement, Rich was an expeditor for US Steel and a veteran of the US Army having served during the Vietnam War. He was a member of Ardara United Presbyterian Church and a social member of Larimer Fire Hall. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce (Schueler) Funk; and daughter, Tammi Funk. He is survived by his sons, Richard and his wife Lisa, Grant and his wife, Amy; daughter, Jill Shoff and her husband, Nathan; brothers, Troy, Robert, Albert, James; sisters, Marion Dillen, Judy Varga; grandchildren, Kara, Tyler and Tylor.
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