December 18, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
William George Wagner, 65, of White Oak, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020. He was born April 1, 1955 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Harry and Francis (Monaghan) Wagner. William was a Paramedic. He had worked for Penn Hills EMS for 30 years and had also worked at Allegheny Valley Hospital, Mercy Hospital ER, Union Railroad, and Stat Medevac. He was an avid Hunter and Fisherman.
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December 18, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
James A. Henderson, 78, of Irwin, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. He was born January 24, 1942 in Clairton, Pa., a son of the late James and Amelia Henderson. Prior to his retirement Jim was a home health care worker and a member of The Church in Sutersville.
He enjoyed tinkering on things, was an overall handyman and was known as the most kind and loving husband, father and man.
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December 17, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Delfonte Devon Carter, 48, was born July 14, 1972, in McKeesport. The beloved son of the late Audrey Spencer Carter departed this life on December 4, 2020, at Pennwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
A kind gentle soul, Devon, considered everyone a friend. He was always willing to help someone with his physical strength. He was an avid Steelers fan who loved sports in general. A self-professed chef, Devon enjoyed cooking and experimenting with new recipes. He also enjoyed life according to his own terms. He was resourceful and reserved who loved to chuckle, even at the silliest of things.
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December 17, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Dolores J. (Szurgot) Kurp, age 91 of North Versailles, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020. She was born March 30, 1929 in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late John and Adele Szurgot.
She was a long-time member of Mary Mother of God Parish, formerly known as St. Robert Bellarmine in East McKeesport and was an avid bingo player.
She is survived by her children Joan (Ronald) Bacco of White Oak, Judith Kurp of Monroeville and David (Paula) Kurp of Gibsonia; grandchildren Mark (Valerie) Bacco, Jaime Bacco, Bryan Kurp and Tyler Kurp; Great grandchildren Mia, Noah, Audriana and Samuel Bacco; and many nieces and nephews.
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December 17, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Carnelia Garrett, 91, of Duquesne, PA departed life peacefully on Saturday December 12, 2020 at Canterbury Place, Lawrenceville, PA.
Carnelia was born August 30, 1929 in McKeesport, PA, daughter of the late Reuben, Sr and Wilmer Reid Lyerly. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Roy Thomas Garrett, sons, Ernie Garrett (Angelic Garrett, Donna Clifford) and Rodney Garrett, brothers, Reuben Lyerly Jr., Eugene Lyerly and Manuel Lyerly.
Carnelia was raised in Clairton, PA, and attended school there. At a young age, she was baptized at Mt. Olive Baptist Church. She was employed at one time for K-Mart in South Hills.
Carnelia loved doing hair and graduated from the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy and earned her Beautician License. She was very successful doing hair in her home salon. She enjoyed spending time with family and socialized at Community Life making new friends, playing games, field trips, and the meals they prepared. Carnelia loved the Pittsburgh Steelers and on any given Sunday she was cheering for them or she would be watching CNN. She was one who never minced words, she would say exactly what was on her mind.
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December 17, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Doris M. Gindlesberger, age 90 of Elizabeth and formerly of Pleasant Hills, passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 in Riverside Nursing Center in McKeesport. Born November 29, 1930 in Avella, she was a daughter of the late John and Celia (Delfus) Royal. While residing in Pleasant Hills, Doris was a member of Pleasant Hills Presbyterian Church where she served as a Deacon. Upon moving to Elizabeth she joined Round Hill Presbyterian Church and was member of the Seasoned Saints Sunday School Class and attended worship regularly. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William Merle Gindlesberger, her son Chip (Patti) Gindlesberger, her identical and "mirror" twin sister Dorothy Hudak, and her sister Emma Jean Seewock. Doris is survived by her children Gayle (Dennis) Larcinese of Elizabeth, Dave (Torrie) Gindlesberger of Florida, and Doreen (Len) Kendo of Elizabeth; her ten grandchildren and three step-grandchildren (to whom she was GramGram); her ten great-grandchildren and six step-great-grandchildren; and also nieces and nephews.
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December 17, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Helen Balawajder, age 98, of McKeesport, passed away on December 15, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford. Born May 22, 1922, in Trafford, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Zigarovicz) Drost and the wife of the late Thaddeus Balawajder.
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December 16, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Anna Bellas (Benyak), age 98, of McKeesport, passed away on December 16, 2020. She was born on September 5, 1922 and is the wife of the late John Bellas who passed away in 1959 and the late Stanley Pigora who passed away in 2003. She was the daughter of the late Paul and Katherine (Rosko) Benyak and was preceded in death by her siblings, Steven Benyak, John (Olive) Benyak, Joseph Benyak, and Mary “Mamie” (Lawrence) Latta. She is survived by her daughters, Paula (Mark) Lewis of Palm Coast, FL and Diane (Gary) Fleishman of Monroeville; grandchildren, Katelyn (Brandon) Allison of Oakmont, Marla Lewis (Sean Skaggs) of Anaheim, CA, and Eric (Loah) Lewis of Arlington,VA; and, great-grandson, Brett Allison. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Lida Benyak, sister-in-law, Terry Bellas, brother-in-law, Frank Bellas, and many nieces and nephews.
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December 16, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Rachael Anne Coffman, 24, of Robinson Twp, passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2020. She was born August 19, 1996 in Monroeville. Rachael was magical. She brightened every room and every life that she entered. She was an incredible singer who loved spending her days surrounded by music, whether she was playing, singing, or just listening to it. She was spontaneous, humorous, and fun. She loved everyone around her fiercely and without reservation. She will be deeply missed by all.
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December 16, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Gilbert “Gib” A. Bergman, 75 of Sutersville, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2020 at UPMC Magee Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born June 25, 1945 in Burgettstown and was the son of the late August F. Bergman, Jr. and the late Frances (Noga) Bergman. He is the beloved husband of Helen (Angelcyk) Bergman for 54 years, proud father of Douglas (Rachel) Bergman of Sutersville, Christopher Bergman, and Gregory (Ashley) of Herminie and grandfather to Jennie, Dean, Evelyn and Lillian Bergman.
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December 16, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Mary Hornicsar, age 87, Port Vue, died December 15, 2020, at Riverside Care Center. Born March 27, 1933, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Philip and Anna (Turkovic) Plivelic and wife of the late Eugene Hornicsar.
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December 16, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Vincent "Vino" E. Farally, II, age 37, of McKeesport, died December 8, 2020. Born September 29, 1983, in McKeesport, he was the son of Vincent Farally and Kathleen (Kane) Farally and the husband of Jessica (Miller) Farally.
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December 16, 2020 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
William "Bill" Wright, 52, died Dec. 11, 2020. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 17 at Christ Soul Saving Station, 1013 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, PA, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Dec. 18. Arrangements in charge of Tunie Funeral Home.
December 16, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Edward Meador, 50, was born March 18, 1970, in McKeesport. The beloved son of Robert (Hazel) L. Meador and Aileen (Holmes) Murray, departed this life on December 8, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport. He was preceded in death by his step-father, Stephen Murray.
Edward Meador was a father of 4 and loved by his Fiancé, Naimah Williams. He enjoyed Friday night boat rides and whiskey bbq. He loved home-cooked meals, ribs, greens beans, and potatoes; so much so his nickname was Porkchop. He was loved by family and friends. He dedicated his Sundays to reading the bible with his fiancé and praising God.
Edward is survived by his parents, Robert (Hazel) L. Meador and Aileen (Holmes) Murray; children Manisha Tatum, Jonathan Bagley Sr., Chelsea Sherman, Z’lamir Meador-White; brother, Robert Meador Jr of Erie, PA; sister, Stephanie Murray of McKeesport, PA; grandchildren; Keontae Traimere Harrison, Na’sir Javari Tatum Bagley Jr.; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
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December 15, 2020 |
By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home
Sherman E. Elias, 90, of White Oak, died Monday, December 14, 2020 at Sinai Hospital, Baltimore, MD. Born in McKeesport, July 19, 1930, he was the son of the late Martin and Beatrice Davis Elias.
Husband of the late Arlene Gland Elias, he is survived by his daughters, Ruth (Jacob) Gordon of Baltimore, MD and Mimi (Mitch) Maizlech of Israel, grandchildren, Naomi (Aryeh) Ho, Aaron Gordon, Shui Maizlech, Sammy Maizlech, Sarah Baila (Tzvi) Friedman, and the late David Gordon, great grandchildren, Meir Ho, Dovid Simcha Ho, and Ezra Ho, and by brother, Ray Elias of California.
Mr. Elias was a member of the Congregation Gemilas Chesed and the Jewish War Veterans was a Korean War Veteran, serving in the U.S. Air Force.
He was an insurance broker and real estate agent associated with the Lee Nationwide Agency of White Oak.
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