April 21, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mary Magalene Long, born August 5, 1922, in Salisbury, North Carolina to the late Savilla Bell Alexander, departed this life peacefully on April 12, 2020, at the Family Hospice Center, Pittsburgh, PA. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert C. Long.
A woman of faith, Mrs. Mary worshipped at Payne Chapel A.M.E for many years. She served on the Senior Usher Board and sang with the Martineer Choir. Although she is absent from the body, and present with the Lord, her memories live on in her children, Edward Alexander of McKeesport and Ruth Holmes of West Mifflin; 9 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; brothers, Martin and Norris Alexander; extended family and friends.
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April 21, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Rev. Kenneth O’Dale Coleman, 72, was born on July 4, 1947 to the late Charles and Willa Mae Coleman in Scott Haven, PA. He departed this life on April 17, 2020 at Glen Hazel Nursing Home, and was preceded in death by his siblings, Carl Coleman, Charles Coleman, Leonard Coleman and Rebecca Coleman
As a youth, Kenneth graduated from Yough High School. He joined the United States Army and completed his service in 1973. After the military, he worked many years with Duquesne Light until he retired.
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April 20, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary Jane Sporio, age 92, of Elizabeth Twp., passed into heaven on Sunday, April 19, 2020. She was a four-year resident of Mt. Vernon of Elizabeth Personal Care Home. Born October 25, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Pickering) Adams, and wife of beloved husband, the late Paul Sporio. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon (Ken) Glowacki; son, Paul Dean Sporio; and cherished grandson, Ryan Paul (Rachel) Glowacki; two sisters-in-law; one brother-in-law; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by 11 brothers and sisters, and infant son, Joseph. Her church family at Round Hill Presbyterian Church were important to her. She had a strong faith in God and was looking forward to being with him. Funeral arrangements are private. The family asks that donations be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation, 707 Grant Street, 37th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Round Hill Presbyterian Church, 2150 Round Hill Church Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 20, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Patricia J. (Silvis) King, 82, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday April 17, 2020. She was born May 13, 1937 in North Huntingdon, the daughter of the late Pete and Georgia (Rose) Silvis. She was a member of Circleville United Methodist Church, North Huntingdon, where she was a Sunday School teacher, a member of the choir, and the United Methodist Women. She was also active with Faith In Action.
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April 19, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Anna (Gornick) Odorcic, age 97 of McKeesport, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2020 in Baldwin Health Center. Born March 25, 1923 in Versailles, she was a daughter of the late Nick and Danica (Jerant) Gornick. A retired dispenser for Tri State Optical, Anna was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish and the former Sacred Heart Parish, McKeesport. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Marko Odorcic, who passed away November 12, 2009, and three siblings: Rose M. Hurbanek, Phil Gornick, and Katie Susan. Anna is survived by her son Robert (Rose Marie) Odorcic of McKeesport; her grandchildren Robert, Jr., Lance, and Stacey Michelle Odorcic, all of McKeesport; her sister Mary Barron of White Oak; her brother William Gornick of Manassas, VA; and also nieces and nephews.
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April 18, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Theodore Virgil Guenther, 85, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, April 17, 2020. He was born September 3, 1934 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Theodore Edward and Grace (Hillegass) Guenther. He was a member of the Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Township and was retired from AT & T. He had previously worked for the former Bell of Pennsylvania.
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April 17, 2020 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Ronald McClain, age 71, died April 16, 2020. He was born January 1, 1949. Ron was the father of Dennis and Michael McClain. Grandfather of Cayden. Dear brother of Carol (John) Petruska. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and all who loved Ron. Preceded in passing by his beloved wife, Charlotte ( nee Cheslock) and his parents Fred and Rita McClain. Ron will be laid to rest next to his wife, Charlotte in Good Shepherd, Monroeville, Pa. A celebration of Ron's life will be held at a later date. Alfieri Funeral Home Inc. Wilmerding Pa. 412-824-4332.
April 17, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Robin Bush, 56, born November 28, 1963 to the late Carl Bush and Shirley Ballard, departed this life on April 11, 2020 at UPMC. Robin was raised in Clairton from a young age and was a 1982 graduate of Clairton High School. She went on to obtain a BA degree in Fashion Design with a minor in Accounting from IUP. Robin, known to those who loved her as “Shake” lived her life to the fullest. She was forever encouraging her family and friends to do the same. She was a fabulous and devoted mother to her sons, Miles and VJ. She was a daughter, cousin, friend, confident, and guider to many. Robin was a fighter.
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April 17, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Helen L. Kocis, age 73, of Pooler, Georgia, died Tuesday, April 14, 2020. She was born in Pittsburgh on August 7, 1946. She is the daughter of the late Martin and Catharine Lazor Bucek.
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April 17, 2020 |
By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home
Harry Herbert Smith, 93, lifelong resident of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 10, 2020.
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April 17, 2020 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Thomas E. "Paz" Pazehoski, 73, of West Mifflin, died suddenly, Thursday April 16, 2020, in U.P.M.C. Presbyterian. Born in Braddock, September 15, 1946, he was the son of Edmund S. and Margaret (Heatherington) Pazehoski. Mr. Pazehoski was a member of St. Therese of Lisieux Roman Catholic Church, Munhall, and was employed as a rigging operations manager for TRC Industries, Wilmerding.
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April 17, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Nancy G. (Brumbaugh) Sprenger, 93, a resident of Redstone Highlands, North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2020. She was born May 6, 1926 in Duquesne, the daughter of the late Richard A. and Virginia M. (Seiford) Brumbaugh. Nancy was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and a member of the Women’s International Club and Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority. She worked as a school teacher retiring from Norwin School District in 1989. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Irwin, a member of United Methodist Women, and a longtime volunteer at the Norwin Public Library.
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April 17, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Carl Gay, father of seven children, native of the great state of Texas and long-time resident of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on Easter Sunday after a long battle with mesothelioma. Carl was a master of the New York Times crossword puzzle, as well as a skilled and eloquent debater. He served his country admirably as sailor aboard the submarines USS Black Fin, USS Guitarro and USS Seawolf before entering into the Air Force as a member of the burgeoning nuclear power program. After a successful career in the military, he went on to become an esteemed nuclear inspector, ensuring the safety and well-being of all regions served by nuclear power. He will be remembered as a southern gentleman with unfailing manners and charm, possessed of an exceedingly high intelligence, a man who was both kind and generous, with a most excellent sense of humor. He will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife, Louise (Stone) Gay of Clairton; son, Joe P. (Lu) Gay of Ireland; son, David E. (Christine) Gay of Bloomington, IN; daughter, Sandra Gay of Clairton; daughter, Allisa D. Gay of Mt. Washington; son, Michael (Sierra) Gay of Argyle, NY; daughter, Glynnis (Jaime Diaz) Gay of Fort Lauderdale, FL; and daughter, Kirsten (Joe) Cuomo of Frederick, MD; grandchildren; great grandchildren; sister, Roberta Ursprung of Rye, TX; and brother, Larry Gay of Spring, Texas. A memorial gathering will take place in Livingston, TX at a later date. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 16, 2020 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Rosa Colantone D’Appollonio, 93 years old of Glassport, formerly of Lenola, Italy, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2020, at Jefferson Regional Hospital. Rosa was born in Lenola, Italy on January 1, 1927, to the late Antonio and Celeste Colantone. Rosa was the loving wife and partner of 60 years to the late Biagio D’Appollonio who passed away in 2006. She was preceded in death by her first-born infant son in 1946. She is survived by her seven children, ten grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Queen of the Rosary Church in Glassport. Rosa was a devoted mother and wife who loved spending time with her family with whom she would do the things that she loved the most. Private services have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. A private internment will take place at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park Mausoleum and Cemetery in North Huntingdon. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
April 16, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
R. Shirley (Cortese) Masi, age 85, of North Versailles, PA, went to be with her Lord and Savior after a short battle with cancer. She died at home, surrounded by loving family on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Born and raised in Braddock, she married the late Thomas Masi. They raised their family in North Versailles, where she was an active member of the community for nearly six decades.
She was a devoted member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church (now Mary, Mother of God Parish) in East McKeesport for 59 years; she was a lunch lady volunteer at her children’s grade school; she was an enthusiastic volunteer to get meals to her food-insecure neighbors through both Meals on Wheels and most recently Ma’s Pantry; she joined and was affiliated with several groups, including Christian Mothers, the Wilmerding YMCA, Suddenly Single, and the East Allegheny chapter of AARP. Her many communities made for many long and cherished friendships.
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