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Julia "Judy" Elizabeth Potochny

June 16, 2018 |

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

Julia "Judy" Elizabeth Potochny, 75, of Greenock, died Friday, June 15, 2018. She was born October 12, 1942 in Nashville, TN, and was the daughter of the late Herman and Betty  (Cole) Bryant. She was the wife of the late Richard Potochny who died September 3, 2017. Judy sold Mary Kay Cosmetics and was past president of Tops in Butler. She is survived by her sons, Mark (Dena) Potochny and John H. Potochny of Madison, IN, Jim (Christine) Potochny of Alexandria, VA, and Michael  (Mary Kay) Potochny of Greenock, daughter, Esther Michelle (Robert) Marasco of Poughkeepsie, NY, sisters, Nancy Hopkins of TN, and Patsy (Gary) Tobey and Kathe (Carl) Bryant of AR, grandchildren, Heather, Michael (Alyssa), Julia, Charlotte, Lissy, Joseph, Emma, Samantha, Alex, PK, Tyler, Savannah, Tyler, and Krystina, great-granddaughter, Elle, nieces and nephews.

 
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Edna J. (Smith) Ludwig

June 16, 2018 |

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

Edna J. (Smith) Ludwig, age 98, of Pittsburgh, passed away Friday, June 15, 2018. She was born June 17, 1919 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late August Anthony and Edna Minella (Lobaugh) Smith. She retired after 30 years of nursing at the Reformed Presbyterian for the Aged. She was a member of St. James Church in Wilkinsburg and enjoyed her time with the Hilltopper’s Bingo in East McKeesport and the North Versailles Senior VIP Travel Club. She is survived by her children Geraldine “Jerry” (late husband Adam) Kauffman, Jackie (Robert) Huemme, Robert (Denise) Ludwig, Ronald (Nancy) Ludwig and Edward (Kathy) Ludwig; grandchildren Adam (Monica), Laura (John), April (Tim), Lisa (Dayle), Kimberly, Kristen, Bob (Melissa), Karen (Carl), Maria, Thyme, Bow, Suzanne, Kurtis and Kristin (Jake); great grandchildren Heather (Shane), Deanna, Dylan, Nathan, Miranda, Brianna, Megan, Jessica, Erica, Katie (Tom), and Matthew (Maria); 3 great-great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
 
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Cindy Lou Platania

June 15, 2018 |

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

Cindy Lou Platania 57, of Buena Vista, died Wednesday, June 13, 2018. She was born August 6, 1960 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Richard Lee and Patricia Louise (Zeiler) Korieth. Cindy was a member of Merritt Primitive Methodist Church in Buena Vista. She was Paralegal and a graduate of Point Park University. She is survived by her daughters, Desiree Mihalic (Todd) Corbett of North Versailles and Erica Thorniley of North Huntingdon, sons, Eric Lee Bowles and Joseph John Platania of Elizabeth Township, brother, Richard (Leslie) Korieth and niece, Miranda Korieth of Buena Vista, grandchildren, Ronnie, Breana, Brody, Conner, and Eric Jr., and a great-grandson, Tristan.

 
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Jason Scott Mollard

June 14, 2018 |

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

Jason Scott Mollard, 48, of McKeesport, died Wednesday, June 13, 2018. He was born October 11, 1969 in McKeesport and was the son of Merry Ellen (Ward) Sipe of McKeesport.  Jason was a welder for Holtec International in Turtle Creek. He had previously worked at Ziebart Tidy Car and Value Auto Service in McKeesport. Jason loved fishing,  golf, woodworking, Play Station and watching Sci-Fi movies. He also enjoyed quad and dirt bike riding and spending time at the family cabin in Maryland.  In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Kimberly A. (Ursta) Mollard. daughter,  Kayla Marie (Frederick Ashbaugh) Mollard and son, Jeremy James Mollard of  McKeesport, grandchildren, Kaydence Marie and Isabella Marie Ashbaugh and Anthony James Hornfeck,  brother, Thomas D. Mollard  and sister, Kery Jen (Daryl) Sipe  of  McKeesport, an aunt and uncle, nieces, nephews and cousins.

 
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Rita C. Hyzy Fatula

June 14, 2018 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

Born on August 11, 1918, our dear mother, Rita C. Hyzy Fatula, peacefully fell asleep in the Lord on Wednesday, June 13, 2018, in her 100th year. She is the beloved mother of Sr. Mary Ann Fatula, O.P., Bill (Mary Jean) Fatula, Mike (Late Barbara) Fatula, Rita (Don) Moldovan, and Dave (Faustyna) Fatula. She is also survived by seven treasured grandchildren, nine beloved great-grandchildren, and loving nieces and nephews. Mom was the Lord's precious gift to us. Her deep Catholic faith, her sweet and gracious temperament, her kind, peaceful disposition, and her gentle loving ways made her the very heart and soul of our family and a joy to all who knew her.

 
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Lisa R. Saudarg

June 14, 2018 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Lisa R. Saudarg, age 52, of Philipsburg, died June 14, 2018 at Kane Regional Nursing Center.

 
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Conrad J. "Dutch" Hart Jr.

June 14, 2018 |

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

CONRAD J. "DUTCH" J. HART Jr. age 82, of Sewickley formerly of Duquesne on June 13, 2018 at the Masonic Village at Sewickley. He was the son of the late Conrad J. and Helen M. (Richard) Hart, Sr. Dutch was a 32nd degree Mason of which he was very active and proud to be. Beloved husband of Mary Kathryn (Allison) Hart. Father of Cheryl Jean Hart. Stepfather of John P. Bummer, Diane Lober and Judith Bummer. Brother of Verda Marie Cross. Visitation on Friday, June 15, 2018 from 2-5 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300 where his funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. Reverend Tim Reichard officiating. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park. A Masonic Service will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home.

 


Mark A. Robinson

June 14, 2018 |

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

Mark A. Robinson, age 54, of Irwin, formerly of Whitaker Borough, died June 12, 2018, at home. Born March 19, 1964, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Charles A. and Norma J. (Rushe) Robinson and the husband of Sarah (Rhodes) Robinson.

 
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Patricia Lynn Pastories

June 14, 2018 |

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

Patricia Lynn McDowell Pastories, age 69 of McKeesport, died on Wednesday, June 13, 2018. She was born September 19, 1948 in McKeesport, the daughter of Earl E. McDowell and the late Norine Taylor Jasper.  She was preceded in death by her brother, Jay McDowell. Patricia was a faithful Christian who adored her grandchildren and loved helping people. She was a talented crafter and especially enjoyed ceramics. In addition, she was a member of the Clan McDougall Society.

 
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Josephine C. Annoreno

June 13, 2018 |

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

Josephine C. Annoreno, age 95 of North Huntingdon, passed away on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 in High Banks Care Center in Worthington, OH.  Born June 6, 1923 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Felix and Stella (Sabela) Giganti.  A member of St. Patrick's Church in Christy Park (the former St. Perpetua,) Josephine joins her husband, the late Tony A. Annoreno, who passed away on January 18, 1953.

 
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Arthur M. Russell

June 13, 2018 |

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

Arthur M. Russell, age 73 of Port Vue, died Saturday, June 9, 2018. He was born on January 27, 1945 in Heidelberg, PA, the son of the late William M. and Margaret R. Harrison Russell. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, and resided in California until 1998. He was preceded in death by his ex-wife, Kathleen Radan Russell.

 
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Clifford E. Usko

June 12, 2018 |

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

Clifford E. Usko, age 65, of Lincoln Borough, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2018 at Waynesburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. An Army veteran serving during the Vietnam War, he was a retired aircraft repairman for U.S. Army and a member of St. Mark's Parish in Port Vue.

 
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Donald Allen Harrison

June 12, 2018 |

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

Donald Allen Harrison, 79, of North Huntingdon, died Saturday, June 9, 2018 at home. He was born July 30, 1938 in Greensburg, a son of the late Charles and Edna (Bowser) Harrison and was also preceded in death by his daughter Kelly Ann Bollman, siblings Edith Margaret “Peggy” Wilson, Marilyn G. “Susie” Armor, James, Thomas “Tucker”, and William Harrison; and a step grandson James McFadden. Don was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Larimer, where he served as a Deacon, Elder, and President of the Congregation. He was formerly active with the Norwin Colorguard, and Boy Scouts of America, which awarded him with the Silver Beaver Award.
 
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Judy Sokol

June 11, 2018 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Judith C. Sokol, 69, of McKeesport, died Saturday, June 9, 2018, at Select Specialty Hospital, McKeesport.  Born in Pitcairn, September 8, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Warner K. and Agnes Ference Peyinghaus.  She was a hairdresser, barber, and a graduate of Gateway High School.  She is survived by her daughter, Season Sokol of McKeesport, her son, Brandon Sokol of McKeesport, sister, Joanne M. Loffredo of Marlton, NJ, nieces, Nicole and Tina, nephews, Rocky, Butch, Nicky, and Jeff, also by great nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her sister, Diane Stevick.  Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 is in charge of arrangements.

 


Richard D. Orr Sr.

June 11, 2018 |

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

Richard D. Orr Sr., 85, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, June 11, 2018 at Hempfield Manor.

 
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