June 19, 2020 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Lillian “Lil” Davis Viehl, 70, of Glassport, passed away at her home surrounded by family on Thursday, June 18, 2020. She was born in McKeesport on January 4, 1950 to the late Kenneth and Elizabeth Lockhart Davis. Lillian is survived by her husband of 52 years, Jacob E. Viehl, daughter; Renee Crosby, of Glassport, sons; Paul (Kimberly) Viehl, of Rostraver Township, and Dean Viehl, of Erie, grandchildren; Jacob Crosby, Jayde Crosby, Evelyn Viehl, Dean Viehl, Danielle Viehl, and Jessica Viehl, great-grandchild Colton Minarchin, sister, Barbara Bodnar, of West Newton, Matilda Blanks, of Butler, and brother; Kenneth (Nancy) Davis. Lillian was preceded in death by five of her brothers and sisters. She was a graduate of South Allegheny, and also studied cometology at McKeesport Vo-Tech. Lillian was owner and operator of her own residential cleaning company. She was a serious sports enthusiast, which extended to her dedication in volunteeting as Team Mom. Lillian enjoyed Bingo, Cooking, but most especially her family who will miss her dearly.
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June 19, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Beverly Karg, 82, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020. Widow of the late John "Jack" Karg, she was born Beverly Mary Burley on April 12, 1938 in McKeesport, daughter of the late John and Mary (Palm) Burley. Beverly was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis, a leader of Ladies of Charity, a parishioner of St. Michael Church, and taught catechism at both St. Perpetua and St. Michael parishes. In her youth, Beverly performed in Civic Light Opera, and later taught dance lessons at the former Three Sisters Dance Studio in McKeesport and privately in her home. She also taught dance and exercise at McKeesport Penn State Campus and was a volunteer at McKeesport Hospital. She had previously worked for several years at the former Beneficial Finance in McKeesport. She is survived by her son, Kevin Karg of Elizabeth Township, daughter, Karin M. (Scott Kimball) Karg and grandson, John Baer Kimball of Waltham, MA. There is no visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 am, on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at St. Michael Church, Elizabeth Township. The Rev. Thomas Wagner will be officiating. Interment will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. Arrangements are by Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
June 19, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Martin John Horensky, 71, of North Huntingdon, passed away June 12, 2020 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born July 24, 1948 in North Braddock, a son of the late Helen Mower Horensky. Prior to his retirement, Martin was a bricklayer and a member of The Lutheran Church of Our Saviour. Martin worked hard as an excellent bricklayer, enjoyed sports especially the Steelers, loved playing poker and gin rummy. He is preceded in death by his brother, Georgie Mowers; adopted family members, Michael and Edna Billick; and his beloved dog, Prince. He is survived by his lifelong family members, Carolyn "Bing" Sopko who chose him for a brother, Chuck and Debbie Jones, Kevin and Jen Jones and their children Hannah and Finn, Gloria Gould and her children, David and Jennifer, canine friend Boney Jones and feline friends, Lil One and Boomer. Close friends Joseph Suff, Nancy and Donald Simon and Guity Saleh.
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June 18, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Viola A. Cornell, age 95, of McKeesport, died June 18, 2020, at Concordia of Monroeville. Born February 16, 1925, in Mckeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Ann (Storch) McClure and the wife of the late Charles H. Cornell.
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June 18, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary Margaret Malandra, 80, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 17, 2020. She was born August 11, 1939 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late James F. and Elenore D. "Laura" (Szygenda) McKay. She was a member of St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Township and was a retired School Nurse at the Elizabeth Forward High School. She was a graduate of McKeesport High School Class of 1957, McKeesport Hospital School of Nursing in 1960, California University of PA in 1976 , and Penn State University in 1992.
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June 18, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Thomas Daniel "Bomber" Marsak, 71, of White Oak, formerly of Pittsburgh, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2020. He was born April 15, 1949 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Louis Joseph and Helen (Niemic) Marsak. Thomas worked for the City of Pittsburgh and retired after 38 years.
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June 18, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Deborah Lee Shandrick, age 66, of Latrobe, died Sunday, June 14, 2020. She was born in McKeesport, on May 4, 1954 and is the daughter of the Dorothy J. Sanetsky Hyduk of Mt. Lebanon and the late Andrew Hyduk.
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June 17, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Sylvia Cannon, age 81, of Whitaker, PA, died on Tuesday, June 16, 2020. She was born in Homestead, on July 13, 1938 and is the daughter of the late Michael and Ann Kenda Blanner. She is the wife of the late James “Cuts” Cannon who died in 2010. Sylvia was a member of the Ladies Auxilary of the Whitaker Fire Department Station #298. She was formerly employed at the Whitaker UDF and Bishops Pizza Shop also in Whitaker.
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June 17, 2020 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Ronald A. Yokimcus, age 59, of West Mifflin died June 14, 2020, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born March 16, 1961, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Joseph and Dorothy Yokimcus and the husband of Sharon Yokimcus.
Ronald worked as a construction laborer and was a member of Construction Labor Union 373. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 380.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children; Ronald (Sarah) Yokimcus; step-children, Jessie and Samantha Orosz; and four grandchildren.
Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com
June 17, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Paulette L. Detwiler Morse, age 77, of Dravosburg, died June 12, 2020, at UPMC Pittsburgh. Born November 27, 1942, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Ruth (Lewis) Tennant and the late Paul W. Detwiler and cared for by loving step-father, the late Ervin Tennant.
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June 16, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Ronald Lanell Berry was born in McKeesport, PA on February 25, 1971. He went on to be with the Lord on June 13, 2020.
Ronald affectionately known as “Ron B” worked as a Forklift Driver at Chegg/Fed Ex in Columbus, Ohio. He also was part-owner of the K.B.R.B cleaning company in Ohio.
He enjoyed sports, especially football, and loved the Lord. He was full of life, there wasn’t a heart he didn’t touch. He was the family comedian and love to make you laugh. He was the life of the party. His hobbies were fishing, cooking, cutting hair, working out and he loved his music and loved to dance.
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June 16, 2020 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Gertrude Dietz Ferris, of Houston, Texas, died on Monday, June 15, 2020, at the age of at 99. She passed away in peace and at the time of her death was surrounded by her loving family. Gertrude was born Sept. 12, 1920, to Peter and Anna Dietz in Kersey, Pa. She was one of 10 children and had four sisters and five brothers. She grew up on her family’s farm and continued to return to Kersey, every summer for the remainder of her life. She enjoyed visiting her many nephews, nieces and cousins in Elk County, Pa. Gertrude was a graduate of Kersey High School and married William on Nov. 27 1941. She passed the war years in Kersey, with her first son, William. Gertrude later lived in Ford City, Natrona and Brackenridge, Pa., before moving to Columbia, Mo., to be near her second son, Stephen. Later she moved to Houston, Texas, where she lived for the remainder of her life close to her eldest son, William. While in Houston, she was able to visit with her many great-grandchildren. Gertrude was married for 61 years to William Ferris, who preceded her in death in 2002. She had four children: William (Delores), Suzanne, Stephen (Madonna) and Gregory (Karen). She has three grandchildren: William Ferris, Stephen Ferris and Raymond Ferris. She has five great-grandchildren: Ashley Ferris, William Ferris, Michael Ferris, Kira Ferris and Zachary Ferris. Gertrude loved to play bingo and was a regular at it. She had a green thumb and could grow practically anything. Her home was always filled with various plants and flowers. She was a long-term member of St. Joseph Parish in Natrona, Pa., and was active in its many events. Her life will be celebrated with a Mass of Christian Burial to be held at the Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Natrona Heights. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Cemetery in Brackenridge, Pa., next to her husband, William, and her daughter, Suzanne. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, 212 Wilmot St., Duquesne, PA 15110, 412-466-0500.
June 15, 2020 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
George M. Vanscoy, 72 of Liberty Borough, died June 15, 2020. He is the son of the late George and Elizabeth Vanscoy and beloved husband of Bonnie (Wagner) Vanscoy. He is survived by his brothers Greg (Denise) Vanscoy of Liberty Borough and Gordon (Beth) Vanscoy of Naples, FL; nephews Greg Vanscoy Jr. and Garett Vanscoy who he enjoyed working with very much; and beloved cat Toby. He was preceded in death by his son Brian Marc Vanscoy. George was the owner/operator of Vanscoy Plumbing, a member of St. Mark's Parish and the Port Vue American Legion. A funeral mass will be held Thurs. at 9:30 am at St. Mark's Parish Liberty Borough. Entombment following Calvay Cemetery, Port Vue. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport
June 14, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Daniel L. LaBryer, age 67, of McKeesport, died on Saturday, June 13, 2020. He was born in Pittsburgh on June 24, 1952 and is the son of the late Norvall and Mary Elizabeth Quillen LaBryer.
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June 14, 2020 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Mafalda “Babe” (Sessa) Rubino peacefully passed on June 13, 2020 at the age of 93, with her loving family by her side. Babe was the devoted wife of the late Albert “Max” Rubino.
Loving mother of John “Beans” and Jamie (Lynn) Rubino. Adoring grandmother of Jamie (Shannon) Rubino, Joel (Nicole) Rubino and Lara Rubino. She is also survived by her sister LaVerne Hondal She was preceded in passing by her parents Antonio and Carmella Sessa, and granddaughter, Nicole Ann Rubino.
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