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Betty Jane Lickert

August 15, 2020 |

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

Betty Jane Lickert, age 92, of White Oak, died Wednesday, August 12, 2020. She was born in McKeesport on February 24, 1928 and is the daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth White Welch and the wife of the late William Lickert. She was a member of Christy Park United Methodist Church where she served as a past volunteer.

 
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Carol Ann Dougherty Joseph

August 15, 2020 |

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

Carol Ann Dougherty Joseph, age 88, of North Huntingdon, formerly of McKeesport and White Oak, died Tuesday, August 11, 2020. She was born in McKeesport on December 25, 1931 and is the daughter of the late Joseph A. and Elizabeth D. Hodermansky Dougherty, and was the wife of the late George M. Joseph.

 
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Frank A. Pawlowski

August 14, 2020 |

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

Frank A. Pawlowski, 77, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2020 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.  He was born September 17, 1942 in Vandergrift, a son of the late Leo A. and Mary (Kolodziejski) Pawlowski.  Frank earned his Associate Degree from Alliance College in 1962 and began working for CECO and Sargent Manufacturing Co. as a draftsman and worked his way up to sales engineer until his retirement in 2009.  He was president of St. Joseph Church Council, member of Knights of Columbus, Slippery Rock Campground, Duquesne Moose, PTG Duquesne Catholic School and the owner and operator of Marleno's Pizza Shops in McKeesport, North Side and Clairton.  Frank enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time with his family and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his brother, James Pawlowski.  He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Mary Ellen (Dill) Pawlowski; children, Frank (Claire) Pawlowski,  Kathie (Edwin) Miller and Bryan (Michelle) Pawlowski; brothers, Eugene (Kathy), Robert (Paula), Dennis (Donna); sister, Patricia (David) Baumgartner; grandchildren, Autumn, Noah, Trinity and Alexis.

Friends will be received on Sunday from 3-7 p.m. and Monday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon.   A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia Society.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 


Sue Anne MacPherson Spahr

August 14, 2020 |

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

Sue Anne MacPherson Spahr, 88, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Belle Vernon and Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020 at Redstone Highlands, Greensburg. She was born February 3, 1932 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Robert William Parkins and  A. Areba (Paull) Parkins. She was the wife of the late John Charles MacPherson, Jr., and the late Ronald M. Spahr. Sue Anne was a member, deacon and elder of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church and was a hugger and  member of the Belle Choir and Chancel Choir there.

 
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Samantha Jo Bradley

August 14, 2020 |

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

Samantha Jo Bradley, age 37, of Munhall, PA, died Sunday, August 2, 2020 . She was born in McKeesport, PA, on November 20th, 1982 and is the daughter of Alesia F. Gallagher Bradley and the late Charles Joseph Bradley.

 
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Clyde Russell Ludwick

August 14, 2020 |

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

Clyde Russell Ludwick,  87, of Overland Park, Kansas, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2020. He was born May 9, 1933 in Elizabeth Township and was the son of the late Clyde R. Ludwick Sr. and Evelyn (Brown) Ludwick .  He was the  husband of the late of  Barbara Jean (Davis) Ludwick who passed away October 7, 2016. Clyde   was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church, F & AM Lodge 731, and Masonic Veterans. He was a retired Fluid Systems Engineer at the former Mesta Machine Company and was an Air Force Veteran of the Korean War.

 
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June Johnston Hinkle

August 14, 2020 |

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

June Johnston Hinkle, 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020 at Kelly's Personal Care Home, Greensburg.  She was born in Harrisonburg, VA, a daughter of the late Robert Boyd and Kate (Arborgast) Johnston.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Harman "Clyde" Hinkle.  June is survived by her children, Richard Hinkle and Wylene Hinkle, three grandchildren and one great grandchild. June was a full-time Mom, an accomplished braille transcriber, a talented quilter, and an avid baker. Many will miss  her ginger cookies. She loved animals and adopted several stray cats. Many have been inspired by her care-giving. June spent the first two decades of her life in Riverton and Circleville. She graduated from Circleville High School in 1947. It was in her high school English class that she discovered a love of books and became a prolific reader, especially mysteries. After moving from West Virginia, she and her husband, Clyde, spent so many weekends in West Virginia that I knew the way to Grandma's house better than the way to school. She will be buried in the North Fork Cemetery next to her husband.   Services are private.  Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Mary Morrison

August 14, 2020 |

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

Mary Morrison, age 90, of Monongahela, formerly of Elrama, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2020 at Mon Valley Care Center. She was a member of Nativity of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church in Monongahela. Born February 8, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Michael Morrison Sr. and the late Anna (Hakun) Morrison. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sister, Ann Morrison, and brothers, John "Bing" Morrison and Michael Morrison Jr. Visitation and Blessing are private. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Nell L. Falatek

August 14, 2020 |

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

Nell L. Falatek, age 88, of Dravosburg, died Aug 12 surrounded by her family.  Born July 15, 1932, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Irene (Weber) Gallagher and the wife of the late John Falatek.

 
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Jack Richard Sutter

August 14, 2020 |

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

Jack Richard Sutter, age 91, of White Oak, formerly of North Versailles Twp., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, following a short battle with cancer.

Born in Elizabeth, he was the son of the late Stanley and Bertha Sutter. He graduated from McKeesport Vocational High School and served in the US Air Force during the Korean War.

Following the war, he was employed for over 34 years at Westinghouse Research and Development Center in Churchill where he participated on the cutting edge of laser and fiber optics development.

He was an accomplished artist and lover of music and was physically active and involved in many activities up to the end. He was especially proud of his work with his beloved church St. John’s Lutheran Church in North Versailles where he served as an adult church school teacher and leader, worship assistant, and choir member and with Meals-On-Wheels where he served for over 25 years.

 
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Dale T. Watson

August 13, 2020 |

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

Dale T. Watson, 94, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at his home.  He was born May 14, 1926 in Irwin, a son of the late Charles B. and Theresa L. (Thornton) Watson.  Prior to his retirement, Dale worked as a lab technician for WABCO and was a veteran of the US Navy having served during WWII.  He was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Larimer, and enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing and  watching old westerns on TV.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Gary Watson; son-in-law, William Gault; and brother, Wayne (Janet) Watson.  He is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Rose (Price) Watson; daughter, Donna Gault; grandchildren, Stacey Valenta and Cale Watson; great-grandchildren, Jacob and Benjamin Watson and Sydney Rose Valenta.  There will be no visitation.  Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 


Patricia (King) Barker

August 12, 2020 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Patricia (King) Barker age 88, on August 11, 2020, at home, surrounded by her loving family. “Patsy,” as she was affectionately called by her family was the “queen,” and everyone she met knew about her big family. She worked for Bell Telephone for 42 years as a Directory Assistance Operator. She was Past President of the GFWC Women’s Club of Duquesne, Girl Scout leader and Democratic Committee member. She was an avid shopper…QVC and HSN knew her by name.  She loved to travel with her husband and family, and especially her trips to Hawaii, Mexico, Ireland, and numerous cruises to the Virgin Islands. Patsy loved eating out at fancy restaurants, a good superburger at Eat ‘n Park, and being pampered at the spa.  But most of all, she loved spending time with family and celebrating holidays with the people who she loved.

 
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Audrey B. Serena

August 12, 2020 |

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

Audrey B. Serena, age 91, of Liberty Borough, died August 10, 2020, at ManorCare Health Services - Peters Township. Born December 22, 1928, in McKeesport, she was the only child of the late Anthony and Mary (Brletic) Bisesi and the wife of the late Albert M. Serena for over 67 years.

 
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Archie Tortorice

August 12, 2020 |

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

Archie Tortorice, 93, of Port Vue, PA, died Thursday, August 6, 2020 . He was born in Clairton, PA, on Monday, April 11th, 1927 and is the son of the late Joseph and Frances Tomediosky Tortorice. He is the husband of the late Marion "Merine" Tomediosky Tortorice. He worked as an Engineer for Union Railroad for over 40 years, a heavy equipment operator for over 40 years and was a sole-Proprietor for his heavy equipment business.

 
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Joseph W. Campbell, Jr.

August 12, 2020 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Joseph W. Campbell, Jr., age 93, of Clairton, died July 28, 2020, at home. Born June 8, 1927, in Elizabeth, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph W., Sr., and Margaret (Boyd) Campbell.

Joe was retired from the former Continental Can Corporation, where he worked as the lead line mechanic. In his early years, Joe was a volunteer Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary. He was also a member of the F&AM. Joe was an avid automobile enthusiast and was proud to show off his tool collection.

 
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