August 17, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joann Cathryn Patterson, 58, of McKeesport, passed away Friday, August 16, 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 3, 1965 in Penn Hills. Joann attended Penn Hills school district where graduated as a valedictorian in 1983 and subsequently attended the University of Pittsburgh where she obtained her bachelors degree focused on child development.
Joann worked for many years as a social worker for Circle C youth & family services, the former North Versailles K-Mart as a store associate, the PA Department of Welfare as an income maintenance caseworker and Seneca Retirement community as a CNA. When Joann wasn’t working a double you could find her at one of her grandchildren’s sporting events from baseball & softball tournaments to cheer & dance competitions. Joann spent years as cheerleading coach for the McKeesport Little Tigers, served on the board for the McKeesport Girls softball league and enjoyed spending any remaining time in the day with her family. She will be greatly missed by friends, coworkers and family.
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August 16, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Eleanor E. Voich, age 99 of Rilton, passed away on August 16, 2024 at AHN Hempfield. She was born on March 25, 1925 in Latrobe, a daughter of the late John Ruffner and Anna Weiland Ruffner. Eleanor was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin, and she cherished her role as a homemaker. She always looked forward to traveling, she loved to shop, and she was known for her embroidery and needlepoint creations. In addition to her parents, Eleanor was preceded in death by her beloved husband, George Voich, four brothers, John, Dick, Louie, and Robert, and three sisters, Helen, Annie, and Gracie. She is survived by one son, George Voich, one daughter, Debbie West, two grandchildren, Anna Francis West and Albert Seeke, one brother, Martin Ruffner, and numerous nieces and nephews.
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August 16, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John A. Simmons, age 86, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at The Pines of Mt. Lebanon. An Army veteran, he retired as a manager for Shop N Save in Belle Vernon. He was a member of Buena Vista Fire Hall and enjoyed golfing and family vacations at the beach. Born April 6, 1938 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late John and Lucy (Eisel) Simmons. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Gerry L. (Fischer) Simmons; daughters, Lisa (Mark) Mikula of Elizabeth and Michelle (Jim) Baynham of Bethel Park; son, John (Melissa) Simmons of Bethel Park; grandchildren, Kayla (Nate Bolias) Mikula, Matthew (Cayla Fraas) Mikula, Zachary Simmons, Nick Baynham and CJ Baynham; sisters-in-law, Charlotte "Chuccie" Fischer of Belle Vernon and Valerie (Mark) Lanham of The Villages, FL; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Charlotte Greco.
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August 16, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard Perkoski, Jr., age 56 of Lincoln Borough, passed away at home on Friday, August 16, 2024. Born February 7, 1968 in McKeesport, he was the son of Richard Perkoski, Sr. of Lincoln Borough and the late Barbara Ann (Farmer) Perkoski. A member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, Richard was a licensed journeyman plumber for Port Vue Plumbing and a member of the Local #27 Plumbers Union. Besides his father, he is survived by his sister Michelle (Lee Gagliardi) Perkoski of Lincoln Borough, his nephews Cole and Tyler Perkoski, his uncles Ron (Sue) and Ken (Laura) Perkoski, both of Port Vue, and also cousins.
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August 16, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Barbara Rae Sydeski, 81, of Elizabeth Township, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024. She was born September 5, 1942 in Versailles and was the daughter of the late David and Sara (Vaughn) Heasley. She was the loving wife of the late John Paul Sydeski, III., who passed away February 16, 2008. Barbara loved her family, especially being a mom and she loved her home. She was a account manager at Feig's bakery for many years.
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August 16, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
We are saddened to share the passing of our loving and devoted family man Edward Patrick
Brady. Ed was born August 23,1965 in McKeesport. Surrounded by his family and close friends,
holding his hands, sharing stories and reading scriptures, he ascended to heaven on Tuesday,
August 13th, 2024.
Edward is survived by his parents Eugene Brady (Sheila Brady) and Margaret Hart, his loving
wife of 34 years Maria Brady (Bernardo), daughters Rachael Denis (John Denis), Kailey Brady-
Jenkins (Joshua Jenkins), grandson William Denis, siblings Rebecca Brady, Nicholas Brady,
Patrick Brady (Carly Brady), Kelly Brady and niece Sophia Brady, along with his sister and
brother in-law Lisa Bernardo and Richard Packer and his best companion Buddy Bear the
Havanese. He was preceded in death by his brother Jeffrey Brady and in laws Anthony
Bernardo and Dorothy Bernardo.
Ed was private about his 14 month diagnosis with colon cancer that he never allowed to define
him. His empowered spirit, deep love for his family, and zest for life contributed to his ability to
surpass the odds.
Ed graduated from Serra Catholic High School in 1983, where he met in homeroom, the love of
his life Maria. Attending Penn State University, he graduated with a B.S. in Biology and worked
at UPMC in research. Earning his M.S. in Environmental Science from Duquesne University, he
was employed at UPMC Health Plan until 2002. He then joined forces with Maria at her
marketing business, Marakae Marketing, affording him valuable time to be a hands-on Dad.
As an incredible illustrator and artist his work was published in books, science journals, and
earned local awards. This passion led him to start Cia’s Jewelry in 2007, designing fine jewelry.
Hundreds of clients treasure their beautiful jewelry and engaging stories with Ed.
The crowning jewel in Ed’s life was his grandson William. Pap Pap and William shared a
special bond playing, watching the Pirates, and enjoying GiGi’s good cooking. William loved
creating race tracks with his Pap Pap and working with him at the jewelry store.
His deeply rooted love for his daughters was always his purpose. He affectionately earned the
nickname “Eddie Uber” as he drove them to many activities He loved traveling with his family
and friends-from the Outer Banks and Florida, to Punta Cana, Italy, Ireland, England, Hungary,
Austria and Germany. Ed was a certified scuba diver and flew a hang-glider in Italy.
Ed’s legacy lives on in the lives of everyone he knew, recounting stories of Ed making them
laugh or offering heartfelt advice. To know Ed, was to love Ed. His amazing personality was
larger than life and effortlessly made him the center of attention and best story teller. He will
fondly be remembered for his deep, genuine love of his wife, family and friends. His handsome
smile, beautiful blue eyes, humor and witty charm always lit up a room. With his strong faith
and life-well lived, we know he is reunited in heaven with God and his family.
Join in a celebration of Ed’s life at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Tuesday, August 20th from
2-4 pm and 6-8 pm followed by Chapel Service on Wednesday, August 21st at 11:30 am.
To contribute to Ed’s legacy, in lieu of flowers, please donate to Faith & Gratitude a non-profit
cancer support organization in North Huntingdon PA. www.faithandgratitude.org Their love and
compassion were a welcomed source of comfort and peace. Donations will be used to fund wheelchairs with neck rests for the Hillman Cancer Center.
August 15, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Gloria Dawn Schell, age 95 of Port Vue, Pa went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, August 14, 2024. She was born in Duquesne August 2, 1929 and was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Foster) Valiquette.
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August 15, 2024 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
A bright light has dimmed, Heaven has a new angel. Dolores M. (Haurilesko) Kalo, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. A life - long resident of Duquesne, Dolores was born on April 9, 1931 to the late George and Anna Haurilesko of Duquesne. She is survived by her daughter Kristine Kalo (Aron Lesko) of North Versailles, granddaughter Erica (Michael) Tokarsky of North Huntingdon, grandson Brian Kalo of Mount Pleasant, great grandchildren Eli, Faye, David and Andilyn, a sister Marion Sevich of Monogahela, a brother Robert Haurilesko of Fayette City, and numerous nieces and nephews. Dolores will meet her loving husband, John S. Kalo and sons David C. Kalo and Stephen P. Kalo who are waiting in Heaven. Dolores was a superior culinary artist, whipping up sumptuous meals and baked goods. No one can compare to her stuffed cabbage, pastries and sweets. She was also an accomplished ceramics painter and interior decorator. She loved to decorate her home for the seasons, making it beautiful and comfortable. Dolores was also an avid tea connoisseur, inviting many to her back porch to serve tea and goodies in pretty tea cups, she enjoyed gardening and digging in the dirt gave her peace, she also had fun on shopping trips with her daughter and seeing many places of interest..
Growing up, Dolores was a member of St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church in Duquesne, being the first to get married in the new Church, which her father helped build. She became a member of St. Stephen Hungarian Roman Catholic Church in McKeesport and most recently a member of Mary Mother of God Parish in McKeesport. Dolores's most important accomplishment was taking extremely good care of her son, Stephen, whom she adored and loved with her whole being. To her, family is most important. If you ever met Dolores, she had a way of making you feel at ease, as if you had known her for many years, with her sweet and kindly disposition. All who knew her, loved her. She will be sadly missed by many.
Family and friends will be received in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home Inc, 88 Richford Street, Duquesne, on Thursday August 15, 2024 from 2-8 P.M. A blessing will be offered on Friday August 16, 2024 at 9:15 A.M. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. in Corpus Christi Church, 2515 Versailles Ave., McKeesport. Internment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.
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August 15, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, Edward John Simko, of North Huntingdon, who left us on August 14, 2024 at the age of 88. Surrounded by his loving family and friends in his final moments, he was a man of great humor and wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with his loved ones. He was preceded in death by his son Robert and is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Shirley, their sons Edward Jr. and William (Patti), daughter-in-law Kimberlee, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest. His absence leaves a void in our hearts and his unwavering spirit will forever be remembered. A private celebration of his life will be attended by close family. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 15, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael Robert Green, age 77 of Clairton, passed away at home on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Born October 27, 1946 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Salem M. and Audrey (Verbanes) Green. An extremely talented musician, Michael played trumpet with many famous musicians, including Johnny Mathis when he was only 16 years old. He was also a member of the popular LA Band, The Sods.
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August 14, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ethel A. Hughes, 84, of Myrtle Beach passed away Sunday, August 4th, 2024 after a brief struggle with cancer. She was born in Pittsburgh on July 27, 1940 and is the daughter of the late Rudolph Leo and Margaret Mary (Alles) Anater. A graduate of Indiana University with a teaching degree in mathematics and history, she taught for eight years at Duquesne High School. During that time, she earned a Master's in Library Science from the University of Pittsburgh. She became Executive Director for Public Relations at Median School of Pittsburgh, PA. She resigned from this position four years later after marrying Evan Hughes. Ethel was a choir member at St. Paul's Cathedral, in Pittsburgh, PA. A professed member of the Secular Franciscans for 33 years, she was most recently an officer with the St. Michael's Church chapter in Garden City, SC. Ethel enjoyed traveling, visiting the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Europe. She was an avid chess player and watercolorist. She lived in a variety of locations including Deland, FL, Tallahassee, FL, Janesville, WI, and Wichita, KS, where she pursued a pilot's license. She is survived by her brothers, Paul and Brian Anater, and her stepson Glenn Hughes. Ethel was preceded by her husband, Evan, and her baby daughter, Megan. Final arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Private Inurnment will take place at Jefferson Memorial Park at a later date. Rather than flowers or donations, she would say: "Buy something fun for yourself, and just remember me!" Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
August 13, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Carol "Gram" Ann Basser (Orenyak), 85, passed peacefully at home on August 6, 2024, after a two-year battle with Mesothelioma; surrounded by her family and close friends. Born August 13, 1938, in Glassport, PA, daughter of John Orenyak and Elizabeth [Lipchak]. Preceded in death by her parents; and ex-husband, Ernest Basser and daughter Mary Beth Basser. Survived by her sister; Diane Truitt (Orenyak); daughter, Christine Jacobs, and her husband, Christopher; grandchildren, Brandon Jacobs, and his wife, Ashley [Totino], and Jason Stevans; and great-grandson, Adler Jacobs; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Native of Glassport and graduate of Glassport High School, she enjoyed roller skating and bowling with friends. Later residing in Duquesne, she had an impact on the community. Serving as a crossing guard, volunteering as a Girls’ Scout brownie leader, and participating in numerous school events, she was beloved by children of Duquesne, often referred to as a “second mom” by many. Living in Liberty Borough, she was a part of the choir at St. Marks Catholic Church after retiring from her career at Hills / Ames. Anyone who knew Carol knew she was an animal lover and baseball fanatic, often referred to as the Pittsburgh Pirates' #1 fan. Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral blessing will be held Monday, Aug. 19, 2024 at the funeral home at 10:00 am. Interment following at Belle Vernon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Hospital.
August 13, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Sarah “Sally” Ann Mains, age 82, of Elizabeth Township, PA, died on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. She was born in McKeesport, PA on February 16, 1942 and was the daughter of the late James A. and Winifred Kelly Mains. Sally retired from the Allegheny County Record of Deeds after approximately fifty years of service.
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August 13, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mary “Molly” Gertrude Haughey, age 97, of North Versailles, PA, formerly of McKeesport, PA died on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. She was born in McKeesport, PA on February 8, 1927 and was the daughter of the late James Gregory and Gertrude Mary Clay Haughey. Molly was a 1945 graduate of Saint Xavier’s Academy in Latrobe, PA retired after forty-two years as a secretary from B&O Railroad. After her retirement, she enjoyed traveling throughout the world. She was also a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish.
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August 13, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Carol Ann Wills, 76, of North Versailles passed away Monday, August 12, 2024. She was born October 9, 1947 in Mount Pleasant, and was the daughter of the late Earl "Squirrel" and Thelma (Glaser) Jourdain. She retired in 2011 as a Customer Service Representative with CVS Pharmacy. She was a Social Member of the VFW Post #8430 in East McKeesport, as well as a member of the Buena Vista Ladies Auxiliary. She loved Bingo, playing cards, Dominos, and Mexican Train. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.
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