September 21, 2019 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Paula D. Kelley, 63, of Clairton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at AHN Jefferson Hospital, surrounded with family and loved ones.
She was born on October 13, 1955 to the late Duffy Kelley, and Vivian Johnson Kelley
She enjoyed attending Morning Star Baptist Church of Clairton, along with Sunday services at Carver Hall where she resided as often as her health allowed. Paula was a loving Homemaker for many years. Providing love, and peace to her family and the community. In her spare time she enjoyed to play bingo and card games with her family, and winding down her nights relaxing and enjoying the fun game of Candy Crush until she would fall asleep.
Paula leaves to cherish her memory , daughter, Keonna S. Whetsell of Elizabeth, PA; son, Christopher C. Kerney (Crystal) of Clairton; brother, Eugene L (Lisa) Kelley of McKeesport; six grandchildren; Daevon, Zalae', Zoel, Cierra, Cayden, and Cori and one great grand-son; Daevon Jr.
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September 21, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald Clyde Fuehrer, 75, of Lincoln, passed away Friday, September 20, 2019. He was born August 18, 1944 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Melville Clyde and Betty Jane (Gilbert) Fuehrer. Ron was a member of the Carpenter's Union Local 230 and was a US Army Veteran.
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September 21, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dale Ellsworth Sampson, 76, of Port Vue, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2019. He was born March 21, 1943 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Ellsworth and Edith (Dale) Sampson. He was the husband of the late Mary Ann (Graham) Sampson who passed away March 19, 2010. He was a member of the Glassport United Methodist Church and was retired from Vincent's Welding in West Elizabeth. Dale was a US Air Force Veteran.
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September 20, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
William Scot Holliday, age 60, of Elizabeth, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a welder and enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren.
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September 20, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Linda H. Webber Gilmore, age 62, passed away September 14, 2019. She was born July 25, 1957, in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of Dorothy B. Webber of Pottstown and the late Melvin E. Webber of Idaho.
Linda is survived by sisters, Judy Ruder of Lancaster and Jeanne Orlando of Irwin; brothers, Wayne (Mary) Webber, Bruce S. Webber, both of McKeesport and Thomas (Luisa) Webber of Pottstown; many nieces and nephews; great nieces, great nephews and cousins.
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September 20, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Luigia "Gina" Mannarino, 60, of White Oak, passed away Friday, September 20, 2019. She was born February 5, 1959 in Crotone, Italy and was the daughter of the late Francesco and Elisabetta (Ierardi) Mannarino. Gina was a devoted mother and Nonna.
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September 20, 2019 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Helen V. Gurowski, age 81, of North Huntingdon, died September 20, 2019, at home with her family by her side. Born October 5, 1937, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Ann (Martin) O'Toole and the wife of the late Edward S. "Eddie Williams" Gurowski.
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September 20, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Judy K. Bisig, 76, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2019 at her home. She was born February 12, 1943 in Altoona, Pa., a daughter of the late Richard and Reba Guyer Kitting. Prior to her retirement, Judy was a secretary for the switch gear division at Westinghouse, East Pittsburgh. She was a member of the Christian Mothers Rosary Society of Corpus Christi and enjoyed walking her dog, gardening and spending time with her family. She is survived by her loving husband, Arthur Bisig. Friends will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Westmoreland Co. Humane Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
September 20, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Dolores M. Solomon, age 87, of McKeesport, died September 15, 2019, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born January 24, 1932, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Steve and Mary Varkonda and the wife of the late Leo Solomon.
Dolores was a soft-spoken, sweet lady that had kindness and compassion for everyone. She was a selfless caregiver who dedicated her life to her family and home. Her greatest joy was her grandchildren. She enjoyed attending all of their school events. Dolores was a life-long member of the former Holy Trinity Church of McKeesport and a current member of St. Patrick's Church.
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September 19, 2019 |
By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home
Dr. Elizabeth A. Jones, 78, of White Oak, died Thursday, September 12, 2019 at her home. Born in McKeesport, February 7, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Attorney T.C. and Helen Borland Jones, Jr. Professor emeritus at California University and professor of sociology at CCAC, she was a member and elder of Sampson’s Mills Presbyterian Church, past president and member of Altrusa, past president and member of McKeesport College Club, member of the McKeesport Heritage Center, and a graduate of American University. She is survived by her brother, James “Mac” McClintock (Josephine) Jones of N. Huntingdon; sister in law, Shirley Jones of Latrobe; nieces and nephews including Susan Jones Mullins of Grundy, VA; Cynthia Jones Osselborn of Hermine; James M. (Cindy) Jones of Springdale, OH; Harry M. (Renee) Jones, Jr. of Scottdale; Jennifer Jones (William) Seymour of Skokie, IL; T.C. (Patti) Jones III of Irwin; Timothy W. (Lisa) Jones of Cincinnati, OH; Elizabeth Jones (Donald) Cool of Waynesboro; Jeffery B. Jones of Montgomery, TX; and Wendy Jones (John) Wagnon of Hernando, MS, and was preceded in death by John Gregg Jones, Daniel W. Jones, Sr., and Elizabeth Joy Steban. A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 11:00 AM in Sampson’s Mills Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Jessica McClure Archer and the Rev. Timothy W. Jones officiating. Interment will be in McKeesport and Versailles Cemetery. Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA 15132 is in charge of arrangements.
September 19, 2019 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Austin Taylor Fagan, 23 of McKeesport, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2019 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in McKeesport, PA.
Austin was born August 20, 1996 at UPMC Magee Hospital. He attended McKeesport, High School and graduated class of 2014. While in high school, he was actively involved in playing basketball, baseball, and football. Austin furthered his education by attending the University of Pittsburgh Johnstown Campus. He was a former employee with the City of McKeesport for 9 years. He started out as a summer employee working his way up the ranks to a fulltime permanent employee. He then began a new career as a laborer with Banks Gas Services in North Versailles. Austin was an avid sports fan and follower of the great sports teams here in the ‘Burg’ - he “Bled” Black and Gold!!
He was a member of Covenant Church of Pittsburgh and occasionally visited Bethlehem Baptist Church of McKeesport where his family attends.
Austin loved family, being around friends, had “swag” and a great sense of humor. He had a love for good food, music, being around people of all ages. He was a true friend to his friends—ready and willing at a moment’s notice to be there for each of them for the sake of friendship. Austin’s final act of kindness was to give the gift of life through organ and tissue donations.. his organs have restored life’s promise for many families..and for this, we his family, know that his love and zest for life will live on in others.
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September 19, 2019 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Lydia A. Seargeant, 76, of Glassport, died Sept. 18, 2019. She is the daughter of the late James and Hazel (Smith) Hott. She is survived by her daughter Tammy Hott; grandchildren Cheyenne Hal, Natalie Hall, Lydia Hott, Kathlenia Werner, Christa Werner, Alan Werner, Lacey Malburg and Gage Harmon; great grandchildren Chazdine Harmon, Penny Merret and Mason Merret; daughter-in-law Kim Werner; sister Linda (Bob) Etling; also many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son Robert "Bobby" Williams Hott. Lydia was a member of the Glassport Assembly of God; Ladies Auxillary Post 443 and volunteered at the food bank. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home Mon. from 2 to 4. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.
September 18, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Helen C. (Dobransky) Ondechek
Of Duquesne, the most loving, caring, unselfish, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, on September 18, 2019, at home, during her illness she was loved and cared for by her children and grandchildren.
She was a member of the Resurrection Church, West Mifflin.
Beloved wife of 60 years to the late Joseph J. Ondechek Sr., who died July 3, 2013.
Cherished mother of Jay (Monica) Ondechek – Blandon, PA., Lynn (Eddie Eicheldinger) Popovich, Terry (James) Marraway – Pittsburgh, Joey Ondechek Jr. – Duquesne, and Colleen Ondechek – West Mifflin.
Grandmother of – Ronald (Kristen) Faulds, Sharon (Matt) Mols, Cathlene (Bryan) Durkos, Cierra and Chassidy (Nile).
Great Grandmother of – Devan, Brielle and Brynlee.
Predeceased by brothers and sisters – George Dobransky, Edward Dobransky, Robert Dobransky, Eleanor, Maria, and Jackie Dobransky.
Also survived by nieces and nephews.
A private family mass of Christian burial will be held at Resurrection Church, West Mifflin, Rev. Nick Mastrangelo, Officiating.
Burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin.
September 18, 2019 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Charles W. Herford, 90 of McMurray, PA, formerly of Acme, PA, Mt. Oliver, and South-Side, Pittsburgh, where he was born and raised, passed away peacefully on, Tuesday, September 17th, 2019 at McMurray Hills Manor. He was born in Pittsburgh, on October 11th 1928, to the late Charles and Mary Hannis Herford. Charles was the loving husband of 36 years to the late Marjorie Koszakovszky Herford. He is survived by his sons, Daniel (Ann) Herford, of Colorado Springs, and David (Barbara) Herford, of McMurray, grandchildren, Danielle, Jackson, and Brooke, and great-grandchild, Ayanie. Charles was preceded in death by one brother, and three sisters. He was employed by Levinson Steel in Pittsburgh, and served in the United States Army and Navy. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N 6th St., Clairton, PA 15025. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
September 18, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Gerard "Jerry" Thomas Winters, 61, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2019. He was born January 20, 1958 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Norbert Ralph and Agnes J. (Martis) Winters. Jerry worked for Baker Installation Co and had previously worked for Comcast and TCI Cable.
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