George "Judy" Belancik
February 22, 2020 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
John Orndoff
February 22, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John Orndoff, age 54 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020 in Baldwin Health Center. Born January 30, 1966 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Wayne and Irene (Vasilchak) Orndoff. A member of Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church in Clairton, John is survived by his siblings Barbara Orndoff of Parma, OH and David Orndoff of Clairton.
Jason M. Schmidt
February 22, 2020 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Jason M. Schmidt, 40, of McKees Rocks, died Feb. 20, 20200. He is the son of the late James Schmidt, Sr. and Jane (Sowa) Coughenour. Jason is survived by his step father Dean Coughenour, daughter Athena, brothers Jim (Kim) Schmidt and Jeremy Schmidt and niece Cara. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the funeral home.
Dorothy R. Daw
February 21, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Dorothy R. Daw, age 99, of Wilkinsburg, died February 20, 2020 at Kane Community Living Center. She was born in Pittsburgh on September 10, 1920 and is the daughter of the late Fred and Barbara Spitzner Campbell and the beloved wife of the late Robert E. Daw.
Catherine Ann Skrtic
February 21, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Catherine Ann Skrtic, 70, of Lawrence, Kan., formerly of McKeesport, died Monday, Feb. 17, 2020. She was born in McKeesport on Feb. 8, 1950 and is the daughter of the late Paul G. and Caroline D’Annunzio Skrtic. Catherine graduated from Mon Valley High School in West Mifflin in 1969 and was employed for 20 years at the Eldridge Hotel in Lawrence, Kan., until her retirement in 2012. She was a member of the Natural Ties student organization at the University of Kansas, a member of the THRIL Horseback Riding Club and a member of St. Eugene Church of St. Mark Parish in Liberty Borough and the former St. Joseph Church in Port Vue.
George William Matthias Jr.
February 21, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Clair W. "Buckey" Hays
February 21, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
George W. Blasko
February 20, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
George W. Blasko, age 89, of North Huntingdon Township, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2020. He was born February 3, 1931 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Andrew and Helen Blasko. He was a member of the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Irwin, the Irwin Moose for over 52 years, and the Police Rod & Gun Club in New Alexandra. He worked for over 37 years at Penn State Tool and Die in Irwin before retiring. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing at the camp in Bedford. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers Thomas and Andrew Blasko.
Albert J. Stajger
February 20, 2020 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Albert J. Stajger, 85, of West Mifflin, died Tuesday, February 18, 2020 in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born in McKeesport, October, 28, 1934, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Safko) Stajger. Per Mr. Stajger's wishes all services are private and provided by the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc., Duquesne.
To send flowers to Albert's family, please visit our floral section.
Caroline M. Moranelli
February 20, 2020 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Caroline M. Moranelli, 87, of Glassport died Feb. 19, 2020. She is the daughter of the late Antonio and Mary (Tavalaro) Moranelli and is survived by her nieces Barbara Moranelli, with whom she resided, and Lisa Moranelli; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sisters Catherine Concel and Minnie Ponzo; brothers Frank Moranelli, Nick "Mutt" Moranelli and Ralph "Rossi" Moranelli and nephew James Ponzo, her longtime caretaker. Caroline worked at Immels, GC Murphy Company, Pater's Pharmacy and retired from Rite Aid in Glassport; was a graduate from St. Peters High School and was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Sat. from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, at which time a funeral mass will be held at Queen of the Rosary with Father Wojcicki. Inurnment following New St. Joseph Cemetery. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Golden Heights Person Care, Walden's View Personal Care and especially Heritage Hospice for taking such good care of their aunt.
Mary Lou Skiffington
February 20, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Mary Lou Skiffington, age 89, of McKeesport, died February 19, 2020, at home. Born November 18, 1930, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late William J. Lundy and Alice Bickerton and the wife of the late Vincent A. "Pete" Skiffington, Sr.
Vernell J. Stewart
February 19, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Vernell J. Stewart, 78, was born April 24, 1941 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late William and Xnola West; departed this life peacefully on Saturday, February 15, 2020 in Austell, Georgia. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John Stewart, brother, Larry Roy West and grandchild Jayemond Bailey.
Vernell graduated from McKeesport High School. She attended CCAC and later became a certified nursing assistant. She worked at UPMC McKeesport Hospital for 32 years until she retired. She met her husband; the late John Stewart and they were married for over 40 years.
Vernell accepted Christ at an early age. She was a faithful member of Petra International Ministries until she moved to Georgia. Vernell served in several capacities, she was a member of the Adult Choir and Usher Board. She loved to read. Her favorite pass time was doing word puzzles.
Vesta Y. Bivins
February 19, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Vesta Y. Bivins, 76 years old of North Versailles, was born October 6, 1943 in Clairton, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Cleavester and Madge Lee Phillips. She departed this life on February 13, 2020 in Forbes Hospital and was also preceded in death by her son Tiron Bivins.
Vesta was a Duquesne High School graduate. She was a Staff Secretary for Westinghouse, and later worked as a Case Coordinator for Children & Youth Services. She met Frank Bivins and they were married for over 52 years.
Shirley Mae Cleveland-Montgomery
February 19, 2020 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Shirley Mae Cleveland-Montgomery, 84, died Feb. 14, 2020 in McKeesport. She was born Dec. 24, 1935, in Pittsburgh to Katherine Cleveland (Herrer) and Odell Cleveland. She spent her childhood years growing up on Hosier Street in Homestead as well as on the family farm in Homeville with her brothers Odell & Calvin Cleveland.
She always talked about her family horse “Harry”. Harry was in charge of farm chores as well as giving the children rides around the farm. She also had a pet pig but learned quickly that pigs are not pets. Thanksgiving that year was a sad affair.
Through the years, she resided in several places Chicago, IL., Homewood, PA, East Liberty, PA, but returned to Homestead, PA. She worked several manufacturing jobs while in Chicago before returning to Homestead to help her brother Calvin run the family-owned bar, “Cleveland Grill.”
Virginia M. Hess
February 19, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Virginia M. Hess, age 90, of White Oak, died February 19, 2020. She was born in McKeesport on August 14,1929 and is the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Mima Godek.
Virginia graduated from McKeesport High School in 1947 and the McKeesport Hospital School of Nursing in 1950. She was a retired Registered Nurse for UPMC McKeesport for many years and later a private duty nurse. She was a member of the former St. Mary’s Czestochowa Church and currently a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish.
