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Rylin L. Lutz

October 11, 2023 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Rylin L. Lutz, age 14, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. He attended the Western PA School for Blind Children in Pittsburgh and had a love for music, band t-shirts, Harry Potter and Star Wars. He had a great personality, mirroring Sheldon Cooper, and was full of teenage attitude. Born November 9, 2008 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of William and Brittny (Ruffing) Lutz. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his paternal grandmother, Heather Lutz of Bethel Park; maternal grandparents, Lisa (Larry) Marchetti of West Newton and H. Glenn (Gwen) Ruffing of Gillette, WY; also, aunts, uncles, cousins, and his special person, Jaxtyn. He was preceded in death by brother, Bennett Lutz, and paternal grandfather, William A. Lutz. The family would like to say a special thank you to all his teachers, therapists and nurses at the school for all their support, patience, kindness and love you showed our son. Also, a special thank you to the nursing and respiratory staff, the doctors, and Carol May at Children’s Hospital for the amazing support and care you gave to Rylin and our family. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, October 15, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Monday, October 16, 2023 at 10 AM in Elrama Community Church with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Memorial contributions may be made to Children’s Hospital Foundation, designation for Supportive Care, 105 40th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 or Western PA School for Blind Children, 201 N. Bellefield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Gloria S. Ballough

October 11, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gloria Ballough, 89, of North Huntingdon on October 10, 2023 at UPMC East. Born on April 1, 1934 in McKeesport, Gloria was a radiant figure in the lives of many. She was a daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Demeter) Snyir. 

Her home stood as a testament to her lively spirit, adorned with festive decorations throughout the year, especially her enchanting Christmas houses. Gloria's door was always open, welcoming guests with stuffed cabbages, soups and her famous filled pizelles; turning many visitors into lifelong friends.  Art held a special place in her heart, with a unique wall mural in her home bearing testament to her creativity. After her retirement as an office manager from C.J. Langenfelder, she reveled in shopping trips, hair salon visits, and casino outings. An avid Scrabble enthusiast, Gloria's knack for wordplay was second only to her ability to make friends and hold engaging conversations.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, Michael P. Ballough. Gloria's proudest roles were as a dedicated mother to Michelle Harker (Doug) and a doting grandmother to Erik Harker and his wife, Virginia Shields and Keith Harker and his fiancée, Jillian Lascek.

Gloria's zest for life, her boundless love, and infectious enthusiasm will be dearly missed. The Ballough family thanks everyone who shared in Gloria's vibrant journey. Rest in peace, Gloria; your legacy of warmth and joy will continue to inspire.

Friends will be received from 2-6 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Larry D. Zirkle

October 11, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Larry D. Zirkle, age 72, of McKeesport, died October 10, 2023, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.  Born March 6, 1951, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Haskell and Mary Ann (Cosanella) Zirkle and the beloved husband of Susan (Welsh) Zirkle.  Larry graduated from McKeesport Area High School in 1969 and received his Bachelor's degree from Penn State University.  He was a salesman for A.M. Lutheran and then retired from Galli Beer Distributing in New Kensington.  When he was younger, Larry was in the Pasterik's Bowling League and enjoyed his time bowling with friends.

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Mary Ann Ruggiero

October 11, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Mary Ann Ruggiero, age 78, of Arona, died October 7, 2023, at home. Born February 5, 1945, in Zanesville, OH, she was the daughter of the late John and Jean (Williams) Straka and the wife of the late Robert Ruggiero.
Mary Ann retired from Allegheny High Lift as a secretary and worked for Constar International prior. She attended church at Faith Lutheran Church in White Oak. Over the years, Mary Ann enjoyed camping with family in Butler and Keystone Park. She liked to spend her free time crocheting, cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers, or adding to her collection of over 300 teddy bears.

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Earl E. King

October 10, 2023 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Earl E. King, 97 of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023. He was born September 14, 1926 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Cecil Owen and Nellie Madilyn (Beisner) King. He was the husband of the late Mary Jane (Hankins) King who passed away May 12, 2012. They were married for 64 years. Earl was Supervisor at the former US Steel National Tube Works until his retirement in 1982. He was previously a farmer in his younger life. Earl served in the US Navy during WWII. He dropped out of Meadville High School, lied about his age and joined the US Navy. While serving, he ran the US Navy Post Office in New York City. Although he never saw combat, he was proud of his service because he knew he was making sailors happy getting letters from their loved ones. He was an avid gardener until the age of 93 and loved hunting and bowling.

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Joseph J. Brandt, Jr.

October 10, 2023 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Joseph J. Brandt, Jr., age 83, of McKeesport, PA, died on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. He was born on March 13, 1940 and is the son of the late Joseph J. Brandt, Sr.

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John P. Darnay Jr.

October 10, 2023 |

By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home

 John P. Darnay Jr., 70, of Port Vue died Sunday October 8, 2023. He is the son of the late John P. Darnay Sr. and survived by his mother Olga Ballas Darnay. John is also survived by his sons JR Darnay and Michael (Erin) Darnay; daughter Marissa (Bryan) Darnay; and grandchildren Emma, Bryce, and Blake. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8pm. Inurnment will be private.

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Richard J. Watkins

October 10, 2023 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Richard J. Watkins "Mr. Dickie", age 95, of McKeesport, died October 5, 2023, at home. Born October 17, 1927, in Greensburg, he was the son of the late Perry Blannon and Alberta (Ganie) Blannon and the husband of Rose (Campbell) Watkins.
He retired from the City of McKeesport as an Ordinance Officer. He was a United States Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. Richard loved to Barbecue; he would smoke everything from ham to ribs and sell it to everyone in the community.

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Eleanor M. Bartels

October 09, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Eleanor M. Bartels, 91, of Claridge,  passed away Saturday October 7, 2023.  Eleanor grew up in McKeesport and lived in North Huntingdon prior to moving to Orlando in 1982.   In 2006 she  moved back to Pennsylvania.  Prior to raising her children she  was employed at Westinghouse Bettis. She also worked for both JCPenney Catalog and in the cafeteria in Norwin School District and then in Orlando.  It was hard work that she sincerely enjoyed and did until her retirement in 2006. Eleanor volunteered at Riddle Memorial Hospital in Media, Pa. for several years, was a  member of the Order of the Eastern Star and loved cruising.   Prior to her husband's death, they enjoyed over 20 cruises together.  She then cruised often with her family and created many happy memories. Eleanor is predeceased in death by her husband of nearly 50 years, Earl C. Bartels, Jr.; her son, Kenneth; and her brother, Leonard Myers. She is survived by her daughter, Leslie Sacks and her son, Eric (Cyndi) Bartels; grandsons, Derek and Mitchell; great granddaughter, Penelope; sisters, Laverne McConnell and Janice McEwan; several nieces and nephews and their families. There will be no services at this time. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike , North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. Donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Condolences may be made through the online website at www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Robert William "Chirpy" Troy

October 09, 2023 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Robert William "Chirpy" Troy, 76 of Elizabeth Township, passed away on October 9, 2023 at home. He was born April 10, 1947 in Weirton, West Virginia and was the son of the late William Troy and Cecil and Beulah Goodwin, who raised him. He retired from US Steel Clairton Works with 37 years of service as a Millwright. Chirpy was a very proud Army Veteran, who served as a sharpshooter and served in Vietnam, for his service he was awarded The National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Army Commendation Medal and the Vietnam Service Medal. Rob was a member of the Ex-Serviceman’s Club of Elizabeth Township, Monongahela VFW Post 1409, and the White Oak American Legion Post 701.

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Janet Leah Pry

October 09, 2023 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Janet Leah Pry, 82, of West Mifflin, formerly of McKeesport, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 7, 1941 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John Harry and Evelyn (Tingle) Harrington. She was a member of First Evangelical Free Church, McKeesport and was the Equipment Operator for the Steel City Quartet for 37 years.

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Frances C. Martin

October 09, 2023 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Frances C. (Thomas) Martin, age 68, of McKeesport passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at Kane Community Living Center. Born February 8, 1955 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Elizabeth Thomas. She worked as a registered nurse at Jefferson Hospital, in Jefferson Hills.

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Richard J. Vapner

October 09, 2023 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Richard J. Vapner, age 82 of McKeesport, passed away on Sunday October 8, 2023 in Southwester Nursing Center, West Mifflin.  Born November 18, 1940 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Joseph and Anna (Filipovic) Vapner.  A member of Unity Presbyterian Church in Greentree, Richard worked most recently for the US Department of Commerce's Census Bureau.

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Antoinette M. "Toni" Martincevic

October 09, 2023 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Antoinette M. “Toni” Martincevic, age 76, of North Braddock, entered life eternal on Saturday, October 7, 2023. She was predeceased in death by her beloved husband of 43 years, Greg, her parents Andrew and Mary (Ribich) Milko, her brother William (Mary) Milko and her sisters Kay (Ed) Koerner and Gen (Rich) Scanlon. There will be No Visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church of St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Braddock Hills, on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Kenneth Kezmarsky officiating. Burial, beside her husband, will immediately follow at All Saints Cemetery, Braddock Hills. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Rose M. Crupie

October 08, 2023 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Rose M. Crupie, 90, of White Oak, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023. She was born September 14, 1933 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Gabriel and Vincenza (Liberatore) Amendola. She was the wife of the late Nicholas J. Crupie who passed away August 22, 2009. Rose was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish- St. Patrick Church, Christy Park. She worked for the former Sears Roebuck in McKeesport and later, she and her husband Nick were proprietors of Nick's Confectionary Store on Locust Street in McKeesport until their retirement. She was a 1951 graduate of McKeesport High School.

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