November 06, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Barbara Hepner Hunt, 86, of North Huntingdon and originally from West Mifflin died on November 6, 2020 peacefully under Hospice Care at her son and daughter in law’s home with her daughter by her side. She is blessed with five children, Mike Hepner (Jean), Lauren Godby (Jim), Bill Hepner (Mary), Jim Hepner (Chris), Mark Hepner (Caryll), and three grandchildren, Justin (Lauren), Megan, and Shane. She was preceded in death by her first husband George, her second husband Bob Hunt of North Huntington, her sister Eleanor Traverse, brothers K.C and Sam Price, her mother Dorothy DiGiorgio, and her father Michael Hapchuck. She also was loved by many nieces and nephews along with her very large stepfamily from her marriage with Bob. She really enjoyed watching her kids in all their activities and sports, she loved to bowl, play cards, attend church, and loved watching her beloved Pittsburgh Steelers including this season. She will be missed by all as she always put everyone else first and taught us how to tell it like it is.
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November 06, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Stephanie Edmundson, age 98, of White Oak, died November 4, 2020, at home. Born June 15, 1922, in Glassport, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Antonine (Kumiega) Kaczka and the wife of the late William H. Edmundson.
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November 06, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Juan Andre Washington, 53, born July 25, 1967, in McKeesport, PA. The beloved son to the late Sheila Washington and John Fletcher, Jr. departed this life on October 29, 2020, at home in Duquesne, PA. He was preceded in death by his parents, his grandmother Alice Lee Washington whom he affectionately called Mom, brothers, Eddie Griffin and Antoine Fletcher.
Juan was a graduate of the McKeesport School District. Shortly after he obtained his associate degree in Business Education; he also obtained a barber license. We knew Juan had the entrepreneurial spirit at a young age Juan was employed by Century III Chevrolet at the age of 18 where he would wear a suit to work every day. He also was employed by Rent a Center as an Account Manager his latest employer was Hazelwood Drop-Off Center where he was a scale operator. With his entrepreneurial spirit, he was in the Real Estate Industry where he owned rental properties throughout the Pittsburgh area.
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November 06, 2020 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Ralph W. Wiggins, 79, of Gibsonia, formerly of Pittsburgh, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, in St. Barnabas Nursing Home, Gibsonia. Born February 15, 1941, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Thomas E. and Helen A. (Sallade) Wiggins. Mr. Wiggins was a retired driver for Allegheny County Port Authority. He is survived by two daughters, Judith (Tom) Schnell and Jill (Robert Matthews) Wiggins, three brothers, Thomas (Barbara) Wiggins Jr., John (Bobbi) Wiggins and David (Carrie) Wiggins, a sister, Madelon (Late Dan) Quinn, four grandchildren, two great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
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November 05, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Robert Francis Recker, age 92, of McKeesport, died Wednesday, November 4, 2020. He was born in Pittsburgh, on November 3, 1928, and is the son of the late Ambrose and Anna Birmingham Recker and the husband of the late Donna L. Recker. He served in the US Airforce and later was employed at US Steel Irvin Works Plant in Clairton. He was a member of the White Oak American Legion Post #701.
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November 05, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Earl A. Kramer Sr., age 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at his home. He was born November 16,1927 in Brentwood a son of the late Sylvester and Rose Kramer. Prior to his retirement, Earl was a cook for the H.J. Heinz Company. He was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon, The Italian Club, the Wendell Club and the former president of Hahntown Firehall. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Lyon Kramer. He is survived by two sons, Earl Kramer (Cheri), James Kramer (Laurene); grandchildren, Melissa, Chris, Jamie, Brandan, Lindsey; great-grandchildren, Trent, Chase, Kolten, Nico, Damion, Jaylynd, Landyn and Blaise. A graveside service will be held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 05, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Gary Juan Mack, 56, born December 28, 1963, in McKeesport, PA. The beloved son to Johnnie and Juliette (Mack) Smith, unexpectedly departed this life on October 30, 2020. He was preceded in death by his brother, Orlando Mack, and sister, Cathy Smith.
Gary, a graduate of McKeesport Area High School, worked as a Maintenance Engineer for Crawford Village. He was the former coach for the Salvation Army Basketball League. Gary loved sports; he was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. His favorite pastime was fishing. He also loved to cook for his family.
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November 04, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ann Dolores Carlson, 92, of West Elizabeth, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, November 2, 2020 at home. She was born February 18, 1928 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Frank and Edith Pearl (Roscoe) Deringer. She was the wife of the late Earl S. Carlson who passed away June 14, 2014. Anna was a member of the Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church and was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels. She was also a member of the Elizabeth Township Senior Citizens.
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November 04, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Ann D. Brennen, age 96 of Dormont died on November 4, 2020. She was born in Braddock on October 11, 1924 and is the daughter of the late Frank E. and Margaret Morgan Bell, and the wife of the late Leo William Brennen.
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November 03, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mayetta “Mitzi” Jean Gross, 74, of Elizabeth, went home to heaven Sunday, October 25, 2020. She was born at her home in West Newton on May 15, 1946, to the late Robert “Hoppy” and Hunteretta (Boyd) Smith.
She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of 42 years Herb, her infant son Timothy Drew, her brothers Robert Smith Jr. of Pensacola, FL, Thomas D. Smith Sr. of West Newton, and Dennis Smith of Jacobs Creek. She is survived by her only daughter Jeffri Lyn Hurst of Franklin, TN, husband Brandon, and granddaughter Ariele, whom she adored beyond words.
She is also survived by her only sister, Judith N. Backstrom of West Newton, and many well-loved nieces and nephews. She was embraced as beloved “Moom” to her many “adopted” daughters and sons.
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November 03, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Raymond Glover, 79, born June 13, 1941, in McKeesport, PA. The beloved son of the late Thomas and Elizabeth (Finkley) Glover, Raymond departed this life on September 13, 2020, at AHN Jefferson Hospital.
Raymond is survived by his son Raymond Glover, Jr.; one grandson; sister, Juanita Glover-Batton of East Orange, NJ; caregiver, Rhonda Glover of Youngstown, OH; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Entombment and military honors will take place at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at a future date. Arrangements in charge of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Raymond Glover, Sr, please visit our floral store.
November 03, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Kevin E. Buczek-Krivansky, age 30, of North Versailles Twp. passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, November 1, 2020. He was born September 19, 1990 in Pittsburgh, a son of Karrie Anne and Rodney Krivansky Sr. He work for the last 5 years in delivery for Pasquale's in Wilmerding and loved working on automobiles, especially his boat and Mustang. He always had a RedBull in his hand, and enjoyed his shoes and hats while always looking for the best deals.
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November 03, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Bernice "Peggy" (Stewart) Lazzari, age 83, of Bunola, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2020 at the Village at Morrisons Cove. A former transportation coordinator, she was a lifetime member of Bunola Fire Department. Born August 31, 1937 in Bunola, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Myrtle (Metcalf) Stewart, and wife of the late Paul L. Lazzari. She is survived by children, Billie Jo (Bobby Swisher) Lazzari of Bunola, Becky (John) Vasko of Elizabeth Twp. and James Lazzari of Elizabeth Twp.; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brother, George Stewart of Pahrump, NV; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, Michael J. Lazzari, and brother, Fred Stewart. There will be a Memorial Gathering on Friday, November 20, 2020 from 2-5 PM at the Bunola Civic Center, 366 Bunola River Road, Bunola, PA 15020. Memorial contributions may be made to The Dandelion Project, ATTN. HOSPICE, 429 South Market Street, Martinsburg, PA 16662. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 03, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Charles H. Van Ryn, age 64 of Clairton, passed away on November 2, 2020 at Jefferson Hospital. Born December 22, 1955 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Harvey F., Jr. and Cynthia M. (Gambino) Van Ryn. He worked as a bargeman at U.S. Steel Clairton Works for 34 years and was a member of Clairton Sportsmen's Club, Clairton Auxiliary Police, Club 46, and loved spending time at his camp in Somerset with his best friends Bobby and Joy Gindlesperger.
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November 03, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Sr. M. Celstine Bacsi, Sisters of the Divine Redeemer, age 95, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2020 in the Divine Redeemer Motherhouse, Elizabeth Twp. Born July 19, 1925 in Lorain, OH, she was a daughter of the late Stephen J. and Rosalia (Mojzes) Bacsi. A recipient of a bachelor's in education and library science, Sr. Celestine worked as a teacher in her home parish - St. Ladislaus in Lorain - and also in the Dioceses of Cleveland and Pittsburgh. She enjoyed keeping in touch with friends, writing to shut-ins, giving prayer support, making handicrafts to the elderly, supporting Capuchin missions and the causes of American Indians, and making her favorite Hungarian recipes.
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