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Shirley A. Wolinsky

May 21, 2020 |

By Ott Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: Joseph F. Ott Funeral Home

Shirley A. (Hileman) Wolinsky ,73 of Greensburg died Wednesday May, 20, 2020 at her home.  She was born August 30, 1946 in Greensburg.  She was the daughter of the late Herbert and Lucy (DeBlasio) Hileman.  Prior to her retirement Shirley was employed as manager the Bon-Ton, and was also employed by the former Troutman Dept. Store.  She was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church of Greensburg, and the Greensburg Business Professional Women’s Club. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Sherman I. Wolinsky.

 
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Jean Livingston

May 20, 2020 |

By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home

Jean Livingston, age 95, passed away at home on May 18, 2020 surrounded by her family. Jean was born January 18, 1925 to the late Giovanni and Angelina Pulsinelli. She was the loving wife of 50 years to the late Glenn “Doc” Livingston.

 
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Karen Joanne Speidel

May 20, 2020 |

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

Karen Joanne “Booka” Speidel, age 79, of Pleasant Hills, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at Jefferson Hospital. She was an office manager for Window Specialist in Dravosburg for more than 25 years. She dedicated her life to her family. She loved all sports, especially football. She took great pleasure in watching her grandchildren play sports and was their biggest fan. Born December 9, 1940 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late John H. Albin and the late Verna Opfer Albin Kosar.

 
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Marian Lynch

May 19, 2020 |

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

Marian Lynch, age 92, of Strasburg, PA, formerly of Coulters, PA, died Friday, May 15, 2020. She was born in McKeesport on February 15, 1928 and is the daughter of the late Joseph and Alice Spangler Eichler. She was the wife of the late Donald B. Lynch, who died December 18, 2014. She worked as a seamstress for most of her life. She was a member of the McKeesport Garden Club, McKeesport Heritage Club, and was an avid reader.

 
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Robert J. Pupich, Jr.

May 19, 2020 |

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

Robert J. Pupich Jr., age 63 of White Oak, died on Thursday, May 14, 2020.  He was born in McKeesport, on October 24, 1956, and is the son of the late Robert J., Sr. and Dolores Brocard Pupich.

 
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Michael E. "Mick" Fayo

May 18, 2020 |

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

Michael E. "Mick" Fayo, 59, of Port Vue, left this world after a courageous battle against cancer on Saturday, May 16, 2020. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was born May 4, 1961 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Michael and Frances (Monaghan) Fayo. Michael was an Automobile Service Advisor and was a US Army Veteran. He loved his family, fishing, camping and a good cigar or joint. 

 
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John Booth

May 18, 2020 |

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

John Booth, age 94, a resident of Atria Assisted Living and formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Monday, May 18, 2020 at Atria Assisted Living. An Army veteran having served in World War II, he retired after 20 years as a water tender for U.S. Steel Clairton Works. He was a former manager at Stanley’s Tire Service and a former coal stripper at Twilight Industries, and was a member of Ella Hollow Bible Church in Monongahela. Born September 12, 1925 in Jefferson Borough, he was a son of the late Abel and Gertrude Booth, and husband of the late Audrey (McWhirter) Booth. He is survived by son, Jack (Linda) Booth of Clairton; granddaughter, Mary Catherine (Phillip) DiMarco of Jefferson Hills; great-grandchildren, Christina and Domenic DiMarco of Jefferson Hills; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by son, Terry Booth; sisters, Gertrude and Annie; and brothers, Joseph, Frank, Abe, Robert, Kenneth, Louis, Harry and Bill. Visitation and service are private. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Joseph C. Strinich

May 18, 2020 |

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

Joseph C. Strinich, age 96, of Elizabeth, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2020 at home. He was a member of St. Michael Parish in Elizabeth Twp. and a member of the Croatian Fraternal Union. A Duquesne University graduate majoring in math and science, he was a 20-year employee of Kaufmann's after he retired as a roller at U.S. Steel Clairton Works after more than 40 years. An Army veteran of World War II where he flew a glider, he was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, Distinguished Unit Badge, American Campaign Medal, World War II Victory Medal, European African Medal, Eastern Campaign Medal with six Bronze Stars, and fought at Normandy, Battle of the Bulge, and Omaha Beach. He and his troops were responsible for the fall of Eagle's Nest (Hitler's house). Born May 19, 1923 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Luka and Manda (Borich) Strinich, and husband of his beloved wife of 68 years, Catherine (Gatto) Strinich, who died July 6, 2019. He is survived by daughters, Catherine (Jim) Lowery of Peter’s Twp. and Denise (Chuck) Longo-Hendzel of Elizabeth; beloved grandpet, Opie; also, numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by son, Louis Strinich; sisters, Katie Strinich, Olga Kaylo and Ann Weinberger; and brothers, Pete "Simon", Mark and Matthew "Vic" Strinich. The family would like to send a heartfelt thanks to Amedisys Hospice and especially his nurses, Terry and Ashley, and his two aides, Samantha and Kayla. Blessing Service and burial are private. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Mary E. Saxon

May 18, 2020 |

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

Mary E. Saxon,  89, of  West Newton, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, May 15, 2020. She was born November 10, 1930 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Hodermarsky) Dougherty. She was the wife of the late Roy N. "Buzz" Saxon, Jr,  who passed away April 1, 2004. Mary was a "Prayer Warrior" with a strong Christian faith. 

 
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Jessica C. Montgomery

May 18, 2020 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Jessica C. Montgomery, 36, of Port Vue died Sunday May 17, 2020. She is the daughter of the late Terry Barry, and Jenille Lillie. She is survived by beloved husband Chalmers Montgomery; daughters Ayla, Zyra, and Tessa; siblings Chuck Barry, Zoey Latanzi, Stephanie Morris, Sean Link, and Matt Barry; grandmother Barbara Michel; mother-in-law Darlene (Richard) Vanity; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

 
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Marion J. Madeya

May 18, 2020 |

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

Marion J. Madeya age 80, of West Mifflin, on May 18 at home.  Born in Duquesne on October 6, 1939, she was the daughter of the late John & Martha (Cepietz) Madeya,  She was a clerical worker at Harbison-Walker Refractory, was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish in Duquesne, and enjoyed painting and gardening.  Survivors include brothers and sisters Robert (late Mary) Madeya of Tuscon, AZ, Virginia (William) Keck of Upper St. Clair, late Barbara (Edwin surviving) Petrisko of Delaware, William (Nancy) Madeya of Elizabeth Twp., Lucille (Ronald) Smith of Irwin and John (Pamela) Madeya of Louisville, KY.

 
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Wilbur "Wimpy" R. Brown

May 18, 2020 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Wilbur "Wimpy" Raymond Brown went peacefully to be with the Lord on Friday, May 8, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. He was born May 4, 1940, in McKeesport and was the son of the late Joseph L. and Sadie (Lagare) Brown and husband to the late Ernestine (Bolden) Brown.

 
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Delores M. Snyder

May 18, 2020 |

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

Delores M. Snyder, age 85, of White Oak, died May 16, 2020, at John J. Kane Regional Center McKeesport.  Born August 10, 1934, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Emory and Mary (Yuhas) Honick.

 
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Annette Troll

May 17, 2020 |

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

Annette (Kwiecinski) Troll, age 62, of North Huntingdon, died May 13, 2020.  Born November 13, 1957, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Rosina (Schiavo) and the late Sylvester Kwiecinski.

 
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June W. (Wynn) Jordan

May 17, 2020 |

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

June W. (Wynn) Jordan, age 93, of Williamsburg, VA formally of White Oak, PA, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 15, 2020. Born February 13, 1927, in Clairton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph R. and Fannie H. (Holden) Wynn and the wife of the late William B. "Bugs" Jordan.

 
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