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Theresa Aversa Rivetti

October 03, 2019 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Theresa Aversa Rivetti, 95, of Elizabeth formerly of West Mifflin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. She was born in Pizzoni, Prov. DiCatanzaro, Italy on October 28^th, 1923 to the late Domenick and Lucia Donato Aversa. Theresa was the loving wife of 33 years, to the late Charles Rivetti. She is survived by her step children Andrea Rivetti Dotson, of N. Tonawanda, NY; Chuck (Shelley) Rivetti of Johnstown, PA; grandchildren, Cindy Filia, of Elizabeth, PA; Michael (Kim) Filia, of Elizabeth, PA; Rickilynn McDonald, of N. Tonawanda, N.Y.; Gregory (Jessica) Cook of N. Tonawanda, N.Y.; Katie (Ben) Sechrist, of Sayre, PA, and Andrew (Shanice) Rivetti, of Fredericksburg, VA, as well as many great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Theresa was preceded in death by her son, Joseph Filia; her sister Marianna (Francesco) Marino and brother Nicola (Connie) Aversa. She was a retired employee of Giant Eagle where she worked as a clerk. Theresa was a member of Holy Spirit Church in West Mifflin, the previous Saint Paulinas Church in Clairton, and a member of The Sons Of Italy, in Glassport. She enjoyed baking, cooking and loved being a grandmother. Family and friends will be received on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6^th Street, Clairton, Pa. 15025.  A service will take place at the funeral home on Saturday at 10:00 to be followed by interment at Calvary Cemetery, 718 Hazelwood Ave, Pittsburgh. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

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Jeffrey Scott Maher

October 03, 2019 |

By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home

Jeffrey Scott Maher passed away the morning of Wednesday, September 25, 2019.

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Florence Worek Michaels

October 02, 2019 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Florence Worek Michaels also known as "Flo, Matka, Mom and Nini", our Lord called her home Oct. 1, 2019 at 93 years of age she was born March 31, 1926 and lived in Glassport all her life. 

She was preceded in death by her loving husband George, they were blessed with 61 years of marriage. 

She is survived by her son Kenneth (Alice) Michaels of New Bern, NC; daughters Geralyn (David) Sefchok of Cheshire, CT and Bonnie (James) Leasure of Harrison City; granddaughters Sarah Sefchok, Caitlin and Julia Leasure; granddogs Rusty and Maxie; sister-in-laws Aleen Michaels, Mary Ann Worek and Mary Bifano and was preceded in death by her son George Michaels; brothers Joseph and Stanley Worek and sister Wanda Ropar.  She was a loving wife and mother who truly put her family first. 

We will miss her compassionate, caring and loving presence. 

 

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Michael Senko Jr.

October 02, 2019 |

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

 Michael Senko, Jr., age 90, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Braddock, died September 24, 2019, at Forbes Regional Hospital. Born September 17, 1929, he was the son of the late Michael and Anna Senko, Sr., and the husband of the late Rose (Hacharian) Senko for over 67 years.

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LeLa M. (Simmons) Powell

October 02, 2019 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

LeLa M. (Simmons) Powell, 84 of McKeesport, Pennsylvania formerly of Duquesne, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family Monday, September 30, 2019, at home.

LeLa was born June 23, 1935, in Tuscaloosa, AL, daughter of the late Luther Simmons and Nicey Charles Simmons. She was also preceded in death by her late husband John Alfred Powell.

Ms. Powell worked as a CNA for Riverside Nursing Home for many years.  After moving to North Carolina she was a faithful member of Piney Grove AME Church in Evergreen NC, where she played an active role on the deacon board, usher board, and sang in the choir.  After relocating back to Duquesne, Pennsylvania she reunited with the Payne Chapel AME Church.

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William Schonberger

October 02, 2019 |

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

William Schonberger, 91, of Glassport, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019. He was born May 12, 1928 in Glassport and was the son of the late Samuel and Rose (Weiss) Schonberger. He was a member of Gemilas Chesed Synagogue and was a retired fire fighter for the City of McKeesport. William was a US Army veteran. For his service, he received the WWII Victory Medal and the Army of Occupation Medal (Japan).

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Martin "Marty" D. Yurchison

October 02, 2019 |

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

Martin "Marty" D. Yurchison, 75, of Champion, PA, died Tuesday, October 1, 2019, in U.P.M.C. East, Monroeville. Born in McKeesport, September 18, 1944, he was the son of the late Francis X. and Michaelyn (Radzievich) (Rogers) Yurchison. Mr. Yurchison was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish, Duquesne, and a self employed contractor. Beloved husband of the late Diane (McDermitt) Yurchison, he is survived by three sons, Gary Yurchison, Paul (Elizabeth) Yurchison, and Matthew (Danielle) Yurchison, four grandchildren, Andrew, Katelyn, Joseph, and Emily, nieces, nephews, and special companion, Kathy Miller. In addition to his parents and wife he was also preceded in death by a son, Mark Yurchison and three brothers, Bernard Rogers, Francis and Ronald Yurchison.

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Mary B. Erickson

October 02, 2019 |

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

Mary B. Erickson age 94, of White Oak, formerly of Duquense, on October 1, 2019. She was a daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Gulash) Michak. She was a member of Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin. Her family was her life. Beloved wife of the late Richard W. Erickson, Sr.; mother of Kathleeen (Christopher) Steimer of Elizabeth Twp. and the late Richard W. "Chirp" Erickson, Jr.; grandmother of Erica Erickson, Stacey (John) Wilczek of Munhall, Rachel (Scott) Bellomo of Charlotte, N.C. and Anne (Jason) Fung of North Huntingdon; great-grandmother of Jackson Fung, Jocelyn Fung and Jude Wilczek; sister of the late Anna (late Paul) Kushnir and the late Michael Michak. Visitation on Thursday, October 3, 2019 from 2-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquense. 412-466-3300 where a blessing service will be held on Friday at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Trinity Church at 10 a.m. Rev. Mike Conway officiating. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Trinity Church 529 Grant Ave.  Extension, West Mifflin, PA. 15122. 

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Elizabeth M. Betty (Ellis) Bogacik

October 02, 2019 |

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

Elizabeth M. Betty (Ellis) Bogacik age 93 of Sharpsburg, GA., Formerly Of Duquesne, on September 27, 2019. She was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Elizabeth (Kaplar) Elles.

Betty was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish in Duquesne. She played the bass Fiddle in a musical group, and wrote a song about Christ the Light of World and presented it to the parish. Betty created her own crossword puzzles and dedicated her life to God and was very generous and gave glory to God.

Her former husband, Paul J. Bogacik, preceded her in death.

She is the mother of BettyAnn Harvey of Cumberland, Md., Bonnie (David) Calhoun of Hanover, PA., JoAnn (late John III) Hailstones of Liberty Boro, Theresa “Terri” (Mark) Dull of Sharpsburgh, GA., Paul (Jodie) Bogacik of Orlando FL.

Sister of George (late Irene) Elles of Erie, PA., also 4 grandchildren and 1 late granddaughter and 3 great grandchildren.

Visitation Thursday October 10, 2019 from 9-10:30 am. Followed by a blessing service at the funeral home at 10:30 am. Followed by mass of Christian burial at St. Hedwig Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish at 11 am. Rev Terza officiating, entombment Calvary garden mausoleum.

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Timothy A. Dailey

September 30, 2019 |

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

Timothy A. Dailey 65, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2019. He was born March 13, 1954 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Lawrence and Elizabeth (Owens) Dailey. Tim was a graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and Penn State University. He was a member of Sigma Nu fraternity. He had worked for US Steel Clairton Works, and also worked for Allegheny County as Assistant to the Director of Human Resources, tip staff to Judge Ronald Follino, and Supervisor for Juvenile Court/Probation. Tim lived his life according to the Beatitudes and put others' needs ahead of his own. He was a kind and gentile person. He will be sadly missed.

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Thomas A. Brown

September 30, 2019 |

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

Thomas A. Brown,  86, of Elizabeth Township, PA, passed away Saturday September 28, 2019 at Mt. Vernon of Elizabeth. Born in Springfield Ohio on June 23, 1933, he was the son of the late Paul and Dorothy Brown. He is survived by a son Dr. Scott (Margaret) Brown of Los Gatos, CA, and a daughter Deborah (Mark) Gaydos of Elizabeth Township, PA; grandchildren Ryan and Tyler Gaydos, and Jessica and Natalie Brown; his wife, Sandra K. Brown, of Brownsville, Texas; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his late wife, Sandra S. Brown; an infant son Lon Allen Brown; brothers Paul (Barbara) and Charles (Phyllis) Brown, and sister Charlotte (Harold) Pauley.

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Nancy O. Braum

September 30, 2019 |

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

Nancy O. Braum, 69, of Elizabeth, passed away Thursday, September 26, 2019. She was born April 19, 1950 in Butler and was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Elizabeth (Stewart) Osche.  She worked as a library aid for the Elizabeth Forward School District, and also worked for Bell Telephone and Huntington Bank.

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Theresa "Terry" A. Unterseher

September 30, 2019 |

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

 Theresa "Terry" A. Unterseher, 75, of North Versailles, formerly of Duquesne, passed away with family by her side on Sept. 28, 2019.  She is the daughter of the late Gilbert Loveland and Laverne (Stein) Smith.  She is survived by her beloved husband Edward Unterseher; daughter Dawn (Paul) Kogut; son Edward (Gale) Unterseher; step grandson Ricky (Krystal) Martinelli; great grandson Nicholas; Aunt June Loveland; and she was also loved by many cousins, nieces, nephews, brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws.  Terry was a member of St. Joseph Church in Duquesne and graduated from Duquesne High School in 1963.  Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, Thurs. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8.  A funeral blessing will be held Friday, 10:00 am in the funeral home.  Interment following St. Joseph Cemetery.

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Sophia A. Daily

September 30, 2019 |

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

Sophia A. Daily, age 95,  formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away September 27, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center in Canton, Ohio. She was born May 15, 1924 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Casmir and Mary Kruzek Wieliczko. Sophia was a former member of St. Agnes Church where she was a Christian Mother, prior to relocating to New Port Richey, Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland E. Daily; brothers, John, Edward, Frank and Stanley Welesko; and sister, Helen M. Joseph. She is survived by two sons, David R. Daily and his wife, Karen, Dennis R. Daily and his wife, Brenda; daughter, Diane D. Bahno and her husband, Anthony; brother, Joseph Welesko; eight grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.  Friends will be received from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon.  A funeral service will follow at 10 a.m. Entombment in Westmoreland Memorial Park.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Dorothy J. West

September 29, 2019 |

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

Dorothy J. West, age 91 of Clairton, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2019 in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh.  Born September 1, 1928 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Isabella (Walton) McIntosh.  Dorothy worked at the Hallmark Store in Clairton and also at Johnston's the Florist.  She is survived by her husband of 68 years Harry A. West; her children Andrew R. (Patricia) West of Clairton and Catharine (Craig) Supp of Elizabeth Twp.; her grandchildren Maj. Andrew (Tara) West of Pleasant Hills, Jessica (Douglas) Junecko of Port Vue, and Capt. Jeff (Lisa) West, currently stationed with the US Army; her great-grandchildren Ethan, Liam, and Sam West, Chloe Junecko, and Danielle Opfar; her great-great-grandchildren Mason, Rhiannon, and Jackson; and also nieces and nephews.  Besides her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her siblings Isabella Rayer, and Thomas, James, and Frank McIntosh.

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