October 30, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Norma J. (DiGiorgio) Reza, 88, of East McKeesport, died Thursday, October 26, 2023. She was born February 19, 1935 in Elizabeth, a daughter of the late Joseph and Adeline (Cannelli) DiGiorgio and was also preceded in death by her husband Timothy Reza, her grandson Timothy Reza, and siblings Dora Jones, Carmella Ferraro, and Gennaro, Matthew, Joseph and Carl DiGiorgio. She retired at the age of 82 as the senior coordinator for Lifespan Steel Valley Senior Center. She is survived by her children Timothy Reza and Cindie Reza; her grandchildren Alexander and Nicholas Reza; also numerous nieces and nephews.
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October 30, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
James P. Benson, 58, of North Versailles, passed away Thursday ,October 26, 2023. He was born December 29, 1964 in McKeesport, a son of Katherine (McClellan) Benson of North Versailles and the late John F. “Benny” Benson, and in addition to his father he was preceded in death by his grandparents Joe and Anna Lengyel and a cousin Jeff Benson. He was a member of Mary Mother of God Parish, formerly St. Robert Bellarmine Church, East McKeesport, and he worked as an installer for Franklin Interiors, Pittsburgh. He had a passion for motorcycle riding, was a NASCAR fan, and was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting.
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October 30, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Nicoletta (Di Lucente) Contestabile, 88, of North Versailles, passed away peacefully, Friday, October 20, 2023. She was born January 1, 1935 in Monte Sant’Angelo, Italy, a daughter of the late Nicola and Linda Di Lucente. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Anselmo “Ozzy” Contestabile, her brother Joseph (Carmella) Di Lucente and sister Maria (Gaetano) Melocchi. Nicoletta was a member of Mary Mother of God Parish formerly St. Robert Bellarmine Church, East McKeesport, and had a long career working as a seamstress. She enjoyed cooking for family, sewing, and gardening. Nicoletta was a loving grandmother who cherished her grandchildren.
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October 30, 2023 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Dolores Marie Uphouse Smith, 89, of Finleyville, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at Jefferson Hospital. She was born in Somerset on April 11, 1934, as the only child to the late Hiron and Mae Sleasman Uphouse. She was married on March 19, 1954, to the love of her life, Paul Smith, who survives her. Dolores and Paul were baptized as one of the Jehovah’s Witnesses on August 9, 1959. They have both faithfully served their God for 64 years. Dolores was known for her amazing ability to cook and bake. She was generous to all that she knew, and she loyally supported her husband throughout their 69 years of marriage. She was loved by many, young and old and she will be missed by all. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025.
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October 30, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Kenneth Huey, 80, of Boston, formerly of White Oak, passed away Friday, October 27, 2023 at home. He was born June 5, 1943 in Uniontown and was the son of the late William and Kathryn (Brigg) Huey. Kenneth retired from the former G. C. Murphy Warehouse in Christy Park.
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October 30, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Richard G. Proctor, 76, of Rillton died October 30, 2023 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born April 19, 1947 in Pittsburgh, Pa., a son of the late Mason and Elsie Bowers Proctor. Prior to his retirement Rich was the bank manager for First National Bank of Herminie. He was a member of Circleville Methodist Church where he served as the treasurer. He was a graduate of Norwin High School and enjoyed fishing and hunting. Rich served in the United States Air Force. He is survived by his beloved wife Carol Weitzel Proctor; son, Jason and his wife, Julie; daughter, Kelli Maryanski; 5 grandchildren, Kiera, Kaetlyn, Austin, Tyler, Kathryn; nephews, Tim, Adam, Cole, Jake, Noah and Bryce; nieces, Kristin, Maureen, Christina, Abbey and Anna. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Friday from 2-4, 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Yough High School Clay Target team. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
October 30, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Hugh B. “Huey” Scurfield, age 93 of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023 in Grandview Estates, Elizabeth Twp.. Born October 31, 1929 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Elmer B. and Margaret (Donnelly) Scurfield. Huey was the last of the Scurfield brothers, being also preceded in death by his brothers Elmer “Bus,” Thomas “Top,” James, and Joseph Scurfield. Huey was a retired electrician for US Steel, Clairton Works and also worked at the former Cross Ford, Clairton. He was a parishioner of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish – St. Clare of Assisi Church, Clairton. Huey is survived by his wife of 73 years, Ruth Mae (Curry) Scurfield; his daughters Carol A. (the late Lemuel) Goodrum and Deborah L. (Jay) Jerome, both of Elizabeth; his four grandchildren: Tanya Mock, Kristie (Ryan) Goodrum-Powell, Jennifer (Adam) Cavalier, and Justin (Alexandra) Jerone; his eight great-grandchildren: Kaylee, Logan, Jaiden, Morgan, Domenic, Amelia, Jessie, and Josephina; and also nieces and nephews.
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October 30, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Garry M. “Haystack” Buckholz of North Huntingdon, 68, passed away with his family by his side at Forbes Hospital on October 29, 2023 at 12:25pm. Garry was born on November 29, 1954, the son of the late Edward and Helen (Sebini) Buckholz. He is also preceded in death by his “favorite” mother-in-law (Marie L. Reed), brother-in-law (Vaughn Reed) and sister-in-law (Norma Reed), as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and furry, four-legged friends. Garry retired from truck driving earlier this year, after a career spanning forty-six years.
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October 28, 2023 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Joanne Barone, 76, of Glassport died peacefully with her family by her side on Oct. 28, 2023. She is the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen Schneltzer and beloved wife of Richard Barone. She is survived by her daughters Tracy (Mark) Stecak and Shelly (Scott) Bucar; son Richard Barone; grandchildren Gia Barone, Missy and Michael Snyir and Marc and Nicolas Stecak. She was preceded in death by her sister Vicky Schneltzer. Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Wed. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8.
October 28, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rosalie M. Oriss, 88 formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully on Saturday October 28, 2023 at the Rehabilitation and Nursing Center at Greater Pittsburgh, in Greensburg, PA. She was born on January 11, 1935 in Coopersburg, PA to John and Mary (Pechacek) Langer. Prior to retirement, Rosalie was an elementary school teacher in Allentown and North Braddock, PA and completed her teaching career at Queen of Angels School in the Norwin School District. She was an active member of St. Agnes Parish and enjoyed crafts, sewing and gardening. She was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Bernie in September 2023, her brother John Langer and her brother-in-law James Oriss. She is survived by her son Timothy B. Oriss and his wife Carol, daughter Karen Oravitz and her husband Ken, grandchildren Nicholas (Sabrina) and Andrew Oriss, Natalie and Bradley Oravitz, sister-in-laws Phyllis Langer and Lois Oriss, as well as several nieces and a nephew. Family and friends will be received from 2-4PM and 6-8 PM on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place Tuesday at 10AM at St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon, PA. Interment will be private in Grandview Cemetery.www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 28, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Thomas Louis Russ, age 65, of Irwin, died on Friday October 27, 2023 after an almost 3 year battle with cancer. He was born in McKeesport on March 30, 1958 and is the son of the late Thomas Frank and Louise Mogus Russ. Thomas worked as a mill worker before retiring as a pipe fitter for People’s Gas in 2014. In his retirement, Thomas loved to spend time in his garage, where he could fix any lawnmower, and do all sorts of woodworking. He had a real creative eye for refurbishing and restoring furniture and building fixtures. Outside of his garage, Thomas loved to fish and boat, and especially to garden, growing cucumbers, peppers, eggplants, and most numerously tomatoes. Thomas was the gardener of the neighborhood and provided for all his neighbors. He was a former member of the General Smedley D. Butler Post 701 White Oak American Legion.
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October 27, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Roy Bailey, age 81, of Buena Vista, passed away Thursday October 26, 2023, at Family Hospice and Palliative Care, Canterbury Place, Lawrenceville. A self-employed carpenter, Roy worked well with his hands and loved gardening. Born July 26, 1942, in Aiken, SC, he was a son of the late Levi and Minerva Hutto Bailey and was husband of the late Joyce L. (Cottle) Bailey who passed away July 28, 2022. He is survived by 6 children, Ellen (Ray Moore) Bailey of Buena Vista, Lisa J. (Jay) Radaker of Monongahela, Roy Bailey of Somerset, Matthew (Will Goodwin) Bailey of Pittsburgh, Heather Bailey of Buena Vista, and Levi Bailey of Buena Vista; 6 grandchildren, Rael Kibe, Devin Bailey, Hunter Moore, Nora Yosko, Logan Radaker, and Dillon Yosko; 2 great-grandchildren, Connor Kibe and Louisa Kibe; also nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Levi “L.B.” Bailey, Melmer Bailey, Louise Shephard, Nora Bailey, Wayne Bailey, Valmarie Goff, Hazel Lilly, and Bence Bailey. No viewing or services are planned. Arrangements by Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home 221 N. Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at
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October 26, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Marcella Ann Gregory, age 85 of Port Vue, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023 in UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born June 2, 1937 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Martha (Van Fosson) Kwolek and the wife of the late John E. Gregory. Marcella is survived by her children Candace (Nick) Tour, with whom she resided, and J. Robert (Christine) Trumpe of Lincoln Borough; her seven grandchildren: Nicholas, Jack, and Christopher (Ashley) Trumpe, Anthony (Shanon) Tour, Nicole (Dean) Maksin, and Jayson and Brandon Rollason; her seven great-grandchildren: Destenzo Trumpe, Abby and Sidney Tour, Dean and Blake Maksin, Nathan Lee, and Levi Rollason; sisters Sandra Long and Sharon Van Fosson also nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter Lisa Wilson and her sister Patricia (Robert) Neal.
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October 26, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Carl M. Pastore, age 86 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. Born February 14, 1937 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Daniel and Rose (Gentile) Pastore. A graduate of the former California State Teachers college, Carl retired as a technician for the Clairton Municipal Authority. He was a member of the Turkeyfoot Fish and Game Club in Confluence and was also an avid golfer, great jokester, and was known as The Family Groundskeeper. Carl is survived by his wife Patty (Baker) Pastore; his children Kristy Pastore of Elizabeth Twp., Carl (Kathy) Pastore of San Carlos, CA, Mitchell Pastore of Raleigh, NC, and Derek (Penny) Pastore of Newport News, VA; his grandchildren Alyssa, Jennifer, Matthew, Nicholas, and his Special Light Emmett; his great-grandchildren Ava and Evan; his sister Madeline (Joe) Nestico of Clairton and Richard (the late Jackie) Pastore of South Park; and also many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Gregory Pastore and his siblings: Anthony, Dominic, Daniel, and Ruth Pastore.
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October 26, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James Dale Turner, Jr., age 75, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away Thursday October 26, 2023, at Arden Courts of Jefferson Hills. He was a co-owner of Turner and Pershing Company in Elizabeth and was an avid golfer who loved spending time with his kids and grandkids. Born in Elizabeth on August 16, 1948, he was a son of the late James Dale Turner Sr. and the late Phyllis Irene (Lynch) Turner and was husband to the late Kathryn J. (Kopp) Turner who passed away February 24, 2015. He is survived by his daughter, Amy (Ron) Morosko of Elizabeth Twp; a son, Randy (Dana) Turner of West Mifflin; 7 grandchildren, Alex, Aden, and Ethan Morosko, and Jason, Ashley, Ryan, and Eva Turner; 4 great-grandchildren, Ellie, Bryce, Nolan, and Wyatt; two brothers, Edward A. (Melissa) Turner of Addison and Thomas (Darla) Turner of Elizabeth; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Timothy L. Turner. Friends will be received Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 4-8 PM at the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 N. Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. A service will take place in the funeral home chapel at 10 AM on Monday, October 30, 2023, with Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth, Twp. Offer condolences at
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