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Clarence R. Hamrock

August 29, 2018 |

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

CLARENCE R. HAMROCK age 97, of West Mifflin, on August 28, 2018. He was a retired tow motor operator from Fisher Body in West Mifflin. He was a member of St. Agnes Church in West Mifflin. He was always tinkering and fixing things, especially cars, and proudly served his country in the Army in WWII in the first armored division, 81st recon division. Beloved husband of 59 years to the late Irene (Orenyak) Hamrock; survived by sons, Wayne (Lora) Hamrock, of Huron, OH and David (Sandie Reeber) Hamrock, of Gibsonia; and former daughter-in-law Gail; grandfather of Michael Hamrock, Angela and Ashley Hamrock; all his brothers and sisters are deceased.

 
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Diane Louise (Seeman) Bostedo

August 29, 2018 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Diane Louise (Seeman) Bostedo, age 71, of Wilkinsburg, passed away on Monday, August 27, 2018. She was born on April 21, 1947 in Altoona, a daughter of the late Albert and Margaret Seeman. She was a member of the Mifflin Avenue United Methodist Church in Pittsburgh. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son Daniel J. Bostedo. She is survived by her loving husband of over 54 years Archie T. Bostedo Jr., children Thomas P. (Heather) Bostedo of North Versailles, Jason A. (Melissa) Bostedo of Carrick, Patrick J. (Daniela) Bostedo of Wheeling, West Virginia and Amanda L. Bostedo of Wilkinsburg; 13 grandchildren; one great grandchild; and many brothers and sisters.
 
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Maria Elena Arguelles

August 29, 2018 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Maria Elena Arguelles, 59, of Irwin, died unexpectedly Monday August 27, 2018 at home. She was born January 7, 1959 in Oklahoma City, OK, a daughter of the late Arturo Jimenez Sr. and Maria (Menchaca) Arguelles. Maria earned an associate degree as an Office Technician/Medical Assistant and worked as a customer specialist for CVS Pharmacy in their Spanish department. She was a wonderful loving generous person, a history enthusiast, and loved animals especially kitties. She is survived by her life partner Cynthia L. Snyder; her siblings Margarita Arguelles, Amelia Aleman, and Joe Arguelles; nieces Yda Aleman, Laura (Mario) Esparza; and great niece Nikki Aleman all of Kingsville, TX; also her cherished friend Katherine Janeway.
 
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Barton Harvey "Bart" Caudill

August 29, 2018 |

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

Barton Harvey "Bart" Caudill, 70, of McKeesport, died Monday, August 27, 2018. He was born August 18, 1948 in McKeesport and was the son of the late William Porterfield and Belva Frances Kauffman Caudill. Bart worked as a scheduler for Bechtel Bettis 40 plus years, and also owned and operated his own painting business, Bart's Quality Painting. He was a member of Park Baptist Church. He was a board member of The White Oak Athletic Association and went on to organize and coach basketball, softball and baseball. He ran the winter basketball program for 15 plus years, as well as officiated many high school basketball games in the area.

 
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Ronald C. Zubasic

August 29, 2018 |

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

Ronald C. Zubasic, age 57, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Monday, August 27, 2018 at Excela Health Frick Hospital from injuries sustained in an accident. He was the owner of Ronald Zubasic Home Improvements in Elizabeth Twp. He enjoyed every aspect of the outdoors including camping, boating and sharing time with those he loved. His favorite entertainment was listening to the band The Real Deal. He was known to many as "the Bird Man" because of his pet parrots that accompanied him to many public events. Ron’s greatest assets were his kindness and generosity. He loved his dog and best friend, Buddy, who passed away with him.

 
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John E. Lacock, Jr.

August 29, 2018 |

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

John E. Lacock, Jr., also known as "Father Time" by those that knew him, age 70, of White Oak, died August 27, 2018, in the comfort of his brother's home. Born July 5, 1948, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late John E. and Mary "Jill" (Meininger) Lacock, Sr.

 
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Alfonse J. Wezorek, Jr.

August 27, 2018 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Alfonse J. Wezorek, Jr., 70, of Monroeville, died Saturday August 25, 2018. He was born April 29, 1948 in Pittsburgh, the son of the late Alfonse Sr. and Mary (Sokolowski) Wezorek. Al grew up in North Versailles and was an Eagle Scout. He was a retired IT Specialist for GNC, Pittsburgh. He is survived by his daughter Jill Cone and her husband Daniel a grandson Julian Cone and a sister Mary Ann Lang and her husband Michael. T
 
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Alan G. Reese

August 27, 2018 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Alan G. Reese, 92, formerly of Irwin, died Saturday August 25, 2018. He was born August 1, 1926 in Homestead, the son of the late George and Alice G. (Rogers) Reese. He was a Navy veteran of WWII and received a bachelor’s degree from Indiana Teachers College. He retired as an electrical draftsman/technical illustrator for Westinghouse Electric Corp., East Pittsburgh. Alan was a member of West Hempfield Presbyterian Church, the Greensburg Art Center, and was a former member of Strawpump VFD. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Betty May (Thomas) Reese; his children Nancy Reese of Pittsburgh, Thomas Reese (Sara) of Cortez, CO, and Steven Reese (Louise) of Bethel Park; his grandchildren, Reese McArdle, Tessa McArdle, Caitlyn Reese Duran (Mo), Dylan Reese, and Maxwell Reese and great granddaughter Ellie Duran.
 
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Rosa Marie Fontanesi

August 27, 2018 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere

Rosa Marie Fontanesi, age 98 of McKeesport, PA passed away on Sunday, August 26, 2018 in Chesterton, IN. She was born on December 29, 1920 in McKeesport, PA to Areste Demo Rubizzi and Saffo (Brugnoli) Rubizzi.

Rosa is survived by daughters, Denise (Richard) Wolfe of Elizabeth, PA and Tia (Lanier) Chiesi of Chesterton, IN; grandchildren, Jake (Susan) Wolfe, Eric (Ellen) Wolfe, Lanier (Denyse Leady) Chiesi and Dr. Camron Chiesi; great grandchildren, Ava Marie Chiesi, Audrey Wolfe, Toby Wolfe, Ben Wolfe and Annie Wolfe. She was preceded in death by her parents, Saffo and Areste Demo Rubizzi; first husband, Raymond G. Carnahan (killed in action WWII) and husband, John Fontanesi; sister, Betty (Glen) Alberts; and brothers, James (Elvira) Rubizzi and Eugene (Ruth) Rubizzi.

 
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Mildred F. "Millie" Osika

August 26, 2018 |

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

Mildred F. "Millie" Osika, age 93, of Port Vue, died August 24, 2018, at UPMC McKeesport. Born May 12, 1925, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Valent and Mary (Ulakovic) Ratesic and the wife of the late Andrew R. Osika, for 52 years.

 
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Winifred Anglum Clay

August 25, 2018 |

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

Winifred Anglum Clay, 89, of Versailles, died Thursday, August  23, 2018. She was born August 1, 1929 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Howard and Winifred (Anglum) Carnahan. She was the wife of the late Raymond D. Clay who died April 10, 2015. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church and had previously worked for White Oak Heating and Cooling and the former Samuel's Shoes in McKeesport. She is survived by her son, Gary Edward (Diane) Clay of Elkins, WV, daughter, Janet Rae  (Donald) Algeri and granddaughter, Samantha Rae Algeri of Elizabeth Township, sister, Eleanor Dennison of North Huntingdon, nieces and nephews.

 
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Donald M. Bush

August 25, 2018 |

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

Donald M. Bush, 85, of Greensburg, passed away Friday, August 24, 2018 at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital.  He was born February 10, 1933 in Chalfant, Pa., a son of the late Joseph and Helen (Kato) Bush.  Prior to his retirement, Don was employed by the Veterans Administration, was a veteran of the US Navy having served during the Korean War, and a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, Greensburg.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond Bush; and brother-in-law, Henry.  He is survived by his brother, Arthur Bush and his wife, Mary Jane; sisters, Marilyn McWilliams and her husband, Riley, Evelyn Zambo and her husband, John;  and numerous nieces and nephews.  A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon.  PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH.  Interment will be private in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. 

 

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Donna O. Binkney

August 25, 2018 |

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

Donna O. Binkney, age 73, of McKeesport, died August 25, 2018, at home. Born June 30, 1945, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Melvin and Elizabeth (Estep) Straub and the wife of the late Ralph K. Binkney.

 
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Caryle Ann Raymer

August 24, 2018 |

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

Caryle Ann Raymer, 81, of Coulter, passed away Sunday, August 19, 2018. She was born May 29, 1937 in Coulter and was the daughter of the late Orville G. and Mary (Stewart) Drescher. She was the wife of the late Ronald E. Raymer who died September 23, 1999. Caryle was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Coulter and was a former member of the Coulter Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed her grandkids and great-grandkids, shopping outings at Grove City Outlets, playing Bingo, and her monthly lunches with her childhood girlfriends. She is survived by her sons, Ronald G. (Cindy) Raymer of North Versailles and Donald E. (Nancy) Raymer of McKeesport, brother, Orville Drescher of Coulter, grandchildren, Kara (Paul), and Keri (Jeff), great-grandchildren, Michael, Makayla, Hayley, Anna, Brixton, and Ryan, nieces and nephews.

 
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Janet Arlene Frank

August 24, 2018 |

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

Janet Arlene Frank, 92, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2018. She was born October 5, 1925 in LaFayette, Indiana and was the daughter of the late Theodore William  and Jessie Lockard Davis.  She was the wife of  the late Theodore M. Frank who died in April 1974. Janet was a homemaker who loved to cook, sew, and was an avid crafter. She was a Girl Scout leader for several years, a member of The Elizabeth Township Senior Citizens, and was the past President of the former Mt. Vernon AARP, where she loved booking trips most notably to Ohio, New York and Branson, Missouri. She is survived by her daughter, Sandra L. (James) Ramsey of Boston, as well as many nieces and nephews.

 
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