May 30, 2019 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Stephen V. Gribschaw, 92, passed away May 29, 2019. He was born in Glassport, Allegheny County, PA on December 23, 1926 to the late John and Anna Novotniak Gribschaw of Glassport, PA. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Theresa Josephine Walczak Gribschaw, his brothers and sisters: Ernest Gribschaw, Albert Gribschaw, Andrew Gribschaw, John Gribschaw, Marie Danko, and Cecilia Maher, by his daughter Ann Marie Fiore Soltis, and his grandchildren, Beth Ann Gribschaw and Stephen Michael Gribschaw. Stephen is survived by his children, Stephen Gribschaw, Teresa Day, Gregory Gribschaw, Mary K. Traud, and Stanley Gribschaw, his sister and brother: Celine “Alberta” Christensen, and Raymond Gribschaw. In addition, he leaves behind 16 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Stephen was an active member of Queen of the Rosary Catholic Church in Glassport, PA. He participated in the Holy Name Society, the Counter group and was considered one of the favorite bingo callers. He was a member of the Greek Catholic Union Lodge 500, the Knights of Columbus Post 4210, the American Legion Post 443, and the United Steelworkers Local of America Union 1407 serving as a committeeman, treasurer, trustee and recording secretary. He was also a bingo caller at the American Legion Post 443 in Glassport. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II, serving in the Pacific Theater of Operations at the US Naval Ship Repair Facility at Subic Bay in the Philippines, serving as Yeoman for the Base Commander. He was a member of the Subic Bay Association WWII Navy Veterans. Stephen loved to travel and enjoyed traveling with Theresa, visiting all fifty states in the U.S. Stephen was a hardworking man and supported his wife and children. Stephen worked at the United States Glass company and the Copperweld BiMetallics Division in Glassport until the plant shut down in 1983. Stephen was an active participant in the Ginkgo Evaluation of Memory Study (GEMS) and other studies at the University of Pittsburgh. He was a wonderful storyteller and loved to share jokes and anecdotes with everyone. He is greatly missed. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Queen of the Rosary Church in Glassport PA on Tuesday, June 4th at 10am. Visitation will be held at Wojciechowski’s Funeral Home in Glassport on Monday, June 3rd from 2-4 and 6-8. His final resting place will be at Corpus Christi Cemetery in Port Vue, PA. In lieu of flowers, please send Memorial Donations to Queen of the Rosary parish in Glassport, PA.
May 29, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Janet L. Pritts, age 61 of Irwin, died May 29, 2019 at Transitions Health Care, North Huntingdon. She was born May 19, 1958 in Philadelphia, Pa., a daughter of the late John and Janet Lee Butler Finerfrock. Janet enjoyed cooking, decorating her home, walks in the woods, nature and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by one sister, Kathy Butler. She is survived by her beloved husband, James Pritts, three daughters, Janine Pritts, Jodi Pritts, Jamie Cornell (Chris), one brother, James Finerfrock, one sister, Karen Johnson (Willis) grandchildren, Brian, Bradley,Brittany, Alana Fidei, Andrew Boardman, Krista and Brodi Cornell. A memorial service will be held by her family at a future date. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 29, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Henry William Greenawald, 71, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2019. He was born October 26, 1947 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Henry Frank and Margaret Eileen (Kelly) Greenawald. Henry was a partner with Greenawald Brothers, and was retired from US Steel. He was a member of the Central Fire Co. the Buena Vista Fire Co Social Club, and the National Pike Steam-Gas-Horse Association. He was a former Assistant Fire Chief for the Collinsburg Fire Co.
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May 29, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Charles William Bugan, 58, of Elizabeth Township, passed away at home on Monday, May 27, 2019. He was born March 28, 1961 in McKeesport and was the son of Emilene (Feruck) and her husband Sam Homa of Elizabeth Township and the late Charles W. Bugan, Sr. Charles was a graduate of the Pittsburgh Culinary Institute and was a Chef.
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May 29, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Glen Allen Cunningham, 71, of Pittsburgh, died May 8th, 2019 at home.He born June 24, 1947 in Elizabeth Township and was the second born son of the late Jack and Beatrice Corinne (Howell) Cunningham. Glen was a bricklayer by trade which led him around the country from Pennsylvania to Virginia and to Texas and even outside the country to Scotland. His most current employment was at Trade Institute of Pittsburgh as the Lead Masonry Instructor.
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May 29, 2019 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Glenda A. Warren Wilson, 70, of Monroeville, on Saturday, May 25, 2019, in UPMC East.
Born November 4, 1948, in McKeesport, daughter of the late Isaiah and Minnie Kate Washington Warren. Beloved wife of the late Major John Wilson, Jr.
Loving mother of, Major John (Olivia) Wilson, III and Michelle T. Wilson all of Las Vegas, NV, Myesha M. (Ronnie) Martin and Miriam E. Wilson both of Monroeville; grandmother of three; loving sister of Paul Warren of Seattle, WA, Isaiah Warren and Bonita Bulock both of Las Vegas, NV, and Donell Warren of Clairton.
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May 28, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Domenico Consales, 89, of White Oak, died Monday, May 27, 2019. He emigrated in 1963 from his birthplace of Mondragone, Italy, where he was born on March 14, 1930. He was the oldest offspring and only son of the late Salvatore Consales and Matilde Del Prete.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Michelina (d'Aiello) Consales and daughter Matilde of White Oak. He is also survived by sisters; Vittoria Consales of Rome, Italy, and Maria Consales of Caserta, Italy, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his sister, Carmela.
In Italy, he worked in agriculture with his family from a very young age, and for many years. In the United States, he began working in shipping and packing for Berarducci Brothers. He was a welder at Reliance Steel in Christy Park, a machinist for Westinghouse Airbrake, and a guard at Kane in McKeesport.
He was a member of St. Angela Merici Church. He was known for being a very strong-willed, anxious, independent, neat, organized, and frugal man. He told many stories of his beloved Italy. He loved to walk, read, sunbathe, garden, and bake bread, all while being very much a homebody. He could build or fix anything for the home from scratch, often with impressive detail. He enjoyed desserts and Italian music. He was a devoted husband and dedicated father. He was a thoughtful brother, and caring and affectionate uncle who loved talking to and being with his family.
Friends and family will be received at Strifflers of White Oak Cremation and Mortuary Services, 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (412-678-6177) on Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 10:00am until 12:00pm. A mass of Christian burial will follow at St. Angela Merici church, 1640 Fawcett Avenue, White Oak, PA 15131 at 12:30pm. Entombment will follow.
May 28, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Morgan Adriana Dunston, age 18, of McKeesport, departed this life May 24, 2019, at UPMC Mercy Hospital. Born May 18, 2001, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of Adrian Dunston and Angela M. Krimm.
Morgan was currently attending McKeesport Area School District, where she was preparing to graduate on May 30, 2019, along with her twin sister, Jordyn. She was an active student involved in many organizations.
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May 28, 2019 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Jennie M. Quintana, 83 of Glassport passed away May 27, 2019 surrounded by her loved ones. She is the daughter of the late Andrew and Mary Palmer and wife of the late Abelardo “Bill” Quintana. She is survived by her daughter Theresa (Dan) Mawritz; grandchildren Jared Edwards, Tara Braddock, Alina Mawritz and Daniel Mawritz; great grandson Blake Edwards; brother Eugene (Leah) Palmer; sister Eileen Papson; also nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends. Jennie was a member of St. Patrick's Parish; where she served as a eucharistic minister, funeral lector, and was an active member of the cursillo and bible study group for 13 years. Jennie spent her final years at Senior Care Plaza in McKeesport. She had a rich and fulfilling life and was very happy there. She had many friends and participated in all the activities. Friends and family will be received at Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport, Thurs. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9. A funeral mass will be held Fri. 10:00 am at St. Patrick's Parish in McKeesport. Entombment following at New St. Joseph Cemetery.
May 28, 2019 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Joseph R. Matta, Sr., age 94, of Ellicott City, MD, formerly of McKeesport, PA, died May 25, 2019, at Encore At Turf Valley, in Ellicott City, MD. Born April 21, 1925, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Joseph R. and Anna (Sekerak) Matta and the husband of the late Edna Mae Matta.
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May 27, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dale Michael Smith, 83, of Champion, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away at home on Saturday, May 25, 2019. He was born October 25, 1935 in Monessen and was the son of the late Jay Smith and the late Helen (Bell) Smith Lincoln. He was the husband of the late Barbara J. (Cramer) Smith who passed away December 19, 2017. Dale was a life member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Greenock and Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Somerset. He was also a member of Duquesne-McKeesport F & AM Lodge 731 and the National Ski Patrol. Dale was Director of the former McKeesport Choraliers Chorus. He was a retired Director of Operations for Intercity Motor Freight and had previously taught school and worked for the former G.C. Murphy Co.
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May 27, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Albert Edward Petras, age 76, of White Oak, died May 27, 2019. He is the son of the late Frank and Anna Evans Petras and was born in Glassport on Nov. 15, 1942. He was retired from Aristech Corporation as a chemical engineer, was a captain in the army during the Vietnam Era, was a member of St. Angela Merici Church where he was the president of the Holy Name Society, a very active volunteer, as well as serving as an usher.
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May 27, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Lela Marie (Gill) Cindric, 82, of Lincoln Borough, passed away Friday, May 24, 2019. She was born July 2, 1936 in Martins Ferry, OH, and was the daughter of the late Ernest and Mildred (Sayre) Gill. She was the wife of the late John Robert Cindric who passed away December 7, 2001.
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May 27, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Doris Rebecca (Oyler) Kelly, 90, of McKeesport, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2019. She was born October 9, 1928 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Russell S. and Rebecca (Klutz) Oyler. She was the wife of the late George William Kelly who passed away June 16, 2006. Doris was a Charter Member of the Wesley United Methodist Church and a member of the Berrier Class, and the United Methodist Women. She also taught 2nd and 3rd grade Sunday School and was on the Church Building Committee there. She was a member of the Eastern Star, the Silver Slippers, the Saints and Sinners Bowling League, and was a volunteer worker at International Village. She was an avid reader, crafter and great baker. She was a secretary at the former Westinghouse Headquarters in Wilmerding.
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May 27, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Margaret Elizabeth (Wargo) Matta, 94, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Versailles, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2019. She joins her husband, the late Joseph D. Matta, Sr, who passed away July 18, 2007. Margaret was born March 4, 1925 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Dobransky) Wargo. She was an amazing person who truly lived for her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She loved us all unconditionally and made each of us feel special and important. She will be remembered as a wonderfully creative and dedicated homemaker who loved her family deeply and gave so much of herself to everyone she cared about. During WWII, she aided the war effort by working at the US Steel Christy Park Works in McKeesport that were converted to produce Ammunition Shells. She was a member of St. Patrick Parish in Christy Park.
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