December 20, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Cedric Mack, age 41, of Duquesne, died Wednesday, December 18, 2019. He was born on April 25, 1978 and is the son of Sharon (Freeman) Mack of Duquesne and the late John Love.
He is survived by his Loving mother, stepfather; Allen Freeman, children; Destiny Turner, Mariah, Jazmyne, Cedric, Jr., and John’nasya Mack, brothers; Joseph Mack, and Tywuan Cook, many nieces, nephews, and cousins, and his close friends Dano and Tyheed.
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December 20, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
GLADYS M. YOUNG (GLADYS M. BARKER) Age 87, of West Mifflin, on December 19, 2019. She was a daughter of the late Frank O. and Myrtle (Sproul) Richards. She was a retired cook and bartender at Babe's Bar in Duquesne, a caretaker and worked at Duquesne and Homestead Senior Services, now known as Lifespan. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne, an avid bingo player and card player. She also enjoyed swimming and camping. Wife of the late Robert Barker and the late J. Austin Young. Mother of Robert Barker of Scottdale, Denise Wagner of Scottdale, and the late Freddy (surviving spouse Sue) Barker of West Mifflin; grandmother of Kelly (Brent) Hainzer, Jessica Cale, Angela Barker, Amanda and Aaron Barker; sister of Ellen Coulter of Pittsburgh, Frank "Dewey" Richards of White Oak, Edwin "Eddie" (Carlene) Richards of Port Vue, late Clifford Richards, late Pete Richards, late Dorothy Giatroudakis, and the late Norma Price. Visitation on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300 where her Funeral Services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m., Pastor John Gropp officiating. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Lutheran Church, Duquesne.
December 19, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Jeffery A. Shaffer, age 64, of Latrobe, died December 15, 2019, at home. Born November 27, 1955, in Connellsville, PA, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Daisy (Walker) Shaffer and the husband of Deborah (Chovanec) Shaffer.
Jeff worked for Hanson Aggregates for over 30 years. He enjoyed golf, listening to sporting events, with his wife Deborah, and was an avid hunter.
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December 18, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Sandra “Sandy” L. (Barr) LaViolette, age 74, of North Versailles passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2019. She was born April 28, 1945 in Wilkinsburg, a daughter of the late Thomas and Jean Barr. She worked as a secretary for the US Navy in Washington, D.C. for over 10 years, then at Rene’s Restaurant in East McKeesport for several years and finally at a woman’s shelter in McKeesport for over 5 years. She loved watching sports especially anything from Pittsburgh, baking, and spending time with her two favorite dogs Hemi and Zoe.
She is survived by her husband of over 53 years Robert S. LaViolette; daughter Danielle (Fiancé Rodney Roberts) Fuss of Waynesboro; grandchildren Duane Pomaibo and Brent (Angel Dreyfus) Pomaibo; great grandchild Carter Pomaibo; brother Thomas David (Angie) Barr of Blairsville; sister Linda (John) Swanson of East McKeesport; Niece Amy (Nick) Luffey; and nephews David (girlfriend Elaine “E.J.”) Barr and Eric (Heather) Barr.
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December 18, 2019 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Alice Gwendolyn Griffiths Parsons, 74, a lifetime resident of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at Jefferson Medical Center. She was born in McKeesport on October 21, 1945 to the late William and Martha Jolliffe Griffiths. Alice leaves behind her loving husband William R. Parsons Jr. of Clairton. She is also survived by her sons William R. (Tamara) Parsons of Hamilton, Ontario Canada, and Chris W. Parsons, of Clairton, brother William “Earl” (Marge) Griffiths of Winston, Salem. Alice is also survived by her nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. She was a member of Pine Run United Methodist Church in Clairton, and the Pennsylvania Order of the Eastern Star #316 in Clairton. She enjoyed ceramics, knitting afghans, luncheons with friends, and spending time with her family. Alice was formerly employed as a nurse’s aide by Lawson’s Nursing Home as well as Forbes Regional Hospital. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6
th St, Clairton, PA 15025. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
December 18, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Matthew V. Luketic, age 72 of McKeesport, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 in UPMC McKeesport. Born August 22, 1947 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Matthew E. and Mildred (Zaiac) Luketic. A retiree from the McKeesport Municipal Authority and former member of Sacred Heart Parish in McKeesport, Matthew was a member of the CFU #146, Wastewater Pollution Control Association, and a 22 year member of the Democratic Committee of McKeesport. He was also a member of the McKeesport Jaycees for 10 years and, in 1976, he was chosen as Jaycee of the Year. Matthew is survived by his sister Carol (Larry) Harrison of Trafford; his nieces Kimberly (Jeff) McNaney and Cari (Wayne) Ireland; his great nephews Tyler Larkin and Andrew and Nathan Gligonic; and his great-nieces Tara Shultz and Emma Gligonic.
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December 18, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Thomas Owen McCann, 66, of West Newton, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2019. He was born February 27, 1953 in McKeesport and was the son of the late James and Eleanor (Hultz) McCann. Tom was proprietor of TSJ Storm Door Installation and was formerly a welder.
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December 18, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
John L. “Jack” Holleran age 92, of West Mifflin, passed away on December 16, 2019 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born in Williamsport, PA, he was the son of the late Martin & Jane (Cloonan) Holleran. Beloved husband of 64 years to Marian M. (Mayer) Holleran, he was a retired Quality Control Pipe Inspector for U.S. Steel National Works and was a former security guard for Camp Hill Steel, McKeesport. He was a member of Resurrection Church and a former member of St. Joseph Church in Duquesne. He proudly served his country in the Army in World War II. He was the father of Martin Holleran of Murrysville and Kevin (Tammy) Holleran of North Huntingdon; grandfather of Shane, Gannon, Late Christopher (Fiance Cassandra) Holleran & their son, Declan Emerson Holleran, Erika (Alec) Balenciaga; brother of the Late Mary Margaret Holleran, Late Martha (Late Martin) Sheehan, Late Florence (Late Robert) Reeves & Late Thomas (Surviving spouse Victoria) Brogan. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 19 from 6-8 p.m. and Friday, December 20 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300 where a Blessing Service will be held on Saturday, December 21 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at Resurrection Church, West Mifflin with the Rev. Nick Mastrangelo officiating and Rev. Donald Buchleitner concelebrating. Burial will be held in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin with Military Honors.
December 18, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Margaret Prengaman age 89, of Duquesne, passed away on December 17, 2019. She was the daughter of the late John and Susan (Obester) Holko and wife of the late Gerald L. Prengaman for 62 years. She is survived by her children Ronald (Toni Marie) Prengaman of Monongahela and Ken (Jeff Szramowski) Prengaman of West Mifflin; grandchildren Linda (Kirill) Prengaman of Bellingham, MA and Sarah (Michael) Majetic of Bull Head City, AZ. She was preceded in death by her brother John Holko. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 19 from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, PA 15110, 412-466-3300 followed by a Blessing Service at 9:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Dan Sweeney officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin.
December 18, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Rosemarie Mazur, 84, of East McKeesport, passed away Sunday December 15, 2019. She was born April 27, 1935 in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late Joseph G. and Marie (Hartman) Knorr and was also preceded in death by her husband Frank A. “Chick” Mazur and her brother Joseph Knorr.
Mrs. Mazur was the former secretary for the Borough of East McKeesport. She was an active member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church, East McKeesport, the Hilltop Pensioners and North Versailles Seniors. She enjoyed card club and bingo. She is survived by her sons Kenneth (Mary) Mazur of Plum and Thomas Mazur of Port Vue; her grandchildren Anna, Allison, Noah, and Emma Mazur; also nieces and nephews.
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December 17, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Nadine Ann Mohlman, age 92, died Sunday, December 15, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 3, 1927, in McKeesport. She was preceded in death by her mother; Stella C. Freeman, husband; Thomas R. Mohlman, and brother Jack J. Freeman.
Nadine is survived by her loving daughters Samye (Bob) Pinter, Carrie List, Jackie Moore and Patty Brenneman “adopted daughter by heart”. Her grandchildren; Sharmaine (Dan) Burns, Jeff (Bobbie) List, Sherry (Bob) Swauger, Sheila (John) Haut, Beverly (Dave Tresky) Jones, Kelly Moore, Star (Gil) Allison. Her great-grandchildren; Dylan Rupert; Shawn Michael, Ricki and Brett Jones, Courtney and Danielle List; Johnny and Brianna Haut; Karissa and Kylie Allison; Blake and Tyler Swauger; Joe (Becca) Burns; Michael (Kristen) Burns; Samantha Allison; Maddie Tresky , and her great-great-grandchildren; Olivia, Jayson, Hunter, Beau, and Hudson Burns. Also, survived by her nieces and nephews; Stephanny (Scott) Ryann, Evann McDowell, Samuel (Sandra), Jackson Freeman, Cousin Lois “Elaine” Herskovitz.
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December 17, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Anna Mae O'Brien, 88, of Greenock, passed away Monday, December 16, 2019. She was born September 1, 1931 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late James E. and Anna (Kerston) McKenna. She was a member of St. Michael Parish in Elizabeth Township and the American Cancer society. She was a volunteer for the food bank and the Divine Redeemer office in Elizabeth Township. She was retired from the office of Kenny, Meta, Hilberg, Kane and Brunskill and had previously worked for the Dean of Engineering at State College and the G. C. Murphy Company in McKeesport.
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December 17, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Marie A. Regina, age 61 of North Huntingdon died December 17, 2019 at the Grove at Irwin. She was born January 10, 1958 in Wilkinsburg, a daughter of Albert E. and the late Katherine Ann Mediate Regina. Marie was employed as an elementary school teacher by Catholic Schools in Mckeesport . She was a 1976 Norwin graduate and also graduated from California University of Pennsylvania. She enjoyed crafts and movies. In addition to her father, she is survived by her sister, Barbara Abel; and God daughter, Rheanna Abel. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Thursday 4-8 p.m. A blessing service will be held Friday at 10 a.m. followed by interment in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
December 17, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Nigel Prexta Walsh, 41, of McKeesport, passed away at home on Sunday, December 15, 2019. He was born September 20, 1978 in Pittsburgh and was the son of Martella Walsh (ne Povlick) and her husband, Robert, also of McKeesport. He was a member of the Bethlehem Alliance Church in Bethlehem, WV. He was a fourth-grade elementary school teacher, having graduated from Phoenix University, Summa Cum Laude. He also was an engineer, once working for CEC in Pittsburgh. He had an associate degree in engineering from Belmont College in St. Clairsville, Ohio. Nigel loved fishing, camping, and being outdoors. He also enjoyed building aquariums and collecting and caring for fishes.
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December 16, 2019 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Walter F. "Murp" Balawajder, age 91, of McKeesport, died December 15, 2019, at home. Born February 18, 1928, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Stanley and Josephine (Leonard) Balawajder.
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