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John M. "Jack" Znavor

September 11, 2023 |

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

John M. “Jack” Znavor, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Whitaker, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023, at home. Born in Braddock on July 22, 1950, he was the son of the late John and Ann (Sincak) Znavor. He worked in retail sales management and was a member of Immaculate Conception Church-Irwin. Jack was a sports fan, enjoyed gardening, spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, enjoyed Disney World and liked collecting baseball cards. He was the husband of the late Eunice “Jo” (Gibbons) Znavor, for 48 years, who died on November 1, 2022. He is the father of Brian (Laura) Znavor of North Huntingdon, Kevin Znavor of North Huntingdon and Maura (Bernie) Ponko of North Huntingdon and grandfather of Lia Guzzie, Joey Znavor, and Gretta & John Ponko. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2023, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will take place on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Daniel D’Antonio, officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Name Cemetery, West Mifflin. Jack’s family would like to offer a special “thank you” to Bridges Hospice and Hillman Cancer Center for the compassionate care extended to Jack and his family.

 


Faye A. Puskaric

September 11, 2023 |

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

Faye A. Puskaric, 93, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, September 11, 2023. She was born in McKeesport on March, 24, 1930 and was the daughter of the late David and Violet (Morrison) Hill. She was the wife of the late Lawrence R. Puskaric who passed away September 22, 2008. Through her life, she was a member of the Central Highlands United Methodist Church, and no matter who you ask, she was such a wonderful woman. She loved to dance, and was always hosting, cooking, or entertaining the family - her famous nut rolls or stuffed cabbage was always a request for events. She is survived by her son, David (Debbie) Puskaric of McKeesport; grandsons, David (Melissa) Puskaric, Jr., of Naples, FL., and Christopher Puskaric of McKeesport; and great-grandchildren, Faith & Jack Puskaric. In addition to her parents and husband, Faye is preceded in death by her sister, Joan Altfather. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. A private burial will take place at Mount Vernon Cemetery. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

 


Kathy J. D'Imperio

September 11, 2023 |

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

Kathy J. D'Imperio, age 46 of Clairton, passed away at home on Saturday, September 9, 2023.  Born August 4, 1977 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Pat "Pasquale" and Kathleen P. (Stark) D'Imperio.  Kathy was a graduate of Clairton High School, Class of 1995.  Kathy was a huge Steeler fan, she enjoyed playing cards with her friends and playing yahtzee with her sister.  Kathy enjoyed going to the casino and spending time with her family.  Kathy was most proud of her daughter, her accomplishments, and the woman she has become.  Ciara was her entire world.  Kathy received an associate degree in Computer Science from CCAC, a bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management from Point Park, and a masters degree in Organizational Leadership from Robert Morris University.  She was employed by Community College of Allegheny County, Allegheny Campus as an Employment Services Administrator for over 14 years.

 
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Eugene Esposito, Jr.

September 11, 2023 |

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

Eugene Esposito, Jr., 55, of Pittsburgh passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023. He was born in Pittsburgh on April 8, 1968 and was the son of the late Eugene Esposito, Sr., and Rosemary (DeReno) Esposito. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins fan, he loved heavy metal music and was a great guitar player. Through everything, music is what motivated him to keep going. He is survived by his son, Geno Esposito of Pittsburgh; sisters, Rosemary (Frank) Yurkovich, and Linda (Tom) Gilarski; nieces, Rachel Matta, Lindsay Bressi, and Amanda Gilarski; his aunt, Helen Creaturo; and his uncle, James DeReno. In addition to his parents, Eugene is preceded in death by his step-mother, Maggie Esposito. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

 


Paul M. Brumbaugh

September 11, 2023 |

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

Paul M. Brumbaugh, 89, of Penn Township, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023 at home.  Paul was born December 30, 1933 in Connellsville and was the son of the late Morgan and Elsie (Eicher) Brumbaugh.  He was the husband of the late Darlene E. (Clugston) Brumbaugh who passed away September 16, 1981 and the late Mary C. (Iarussi) Brumbaugh, who passed away June 4, 2019.  Paul worked as a drafting engineer at Westinghouse for over 30 years and later would become a partner at Concept Engineering Group for over 10 years.  He was very proud of his work and was once featured in Popular Mechanics Magazine.  He was a very active member of The McKeesport Gun Club, an avid hunter and golfer. He enjoyed trapshooting and was a proud member of The NRA.  Most importantly he was a loving father and grandfather and will be greatly missed.

 
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Gary Kenneth Patterson

September 11, 2023 |

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

Gary Kenneth Patterson, 87, of Irwin passed away Monday, September 11, 2023 at Hempfield Manor, Greensburg. He was born October 25, 1935 in Ardara, a son of the late Charles and Margaret (Confer) Patterson. Prior to his retirement, Gary was a high voltage lab technician for Westinghouse and was a veteran of the US Navy having served during the Korean War on the USS Bon Homme Richard (CVA 31). After retirement Gary continued working as a pastor in Confluence and Butler. He enjoyed golfing and loved playing and watching basketball and playing pool. Gary coached NCAA boys basketball and volunteered for the Norwin Youth Commission. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Russell, Raymond, and Edwin; and sisters, Elaine and Linda. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Phyllis (Wagner) Patterson; daughters, Pamela Williams and her husband, David, Debra Hoover and her husband, Lester; sister, Cheryl Lenhart; grandchildren, Matthew (Sarah) Davis, Hannah Williams, Haley (Joshua) Porter; and great-granddaughter, Allyssa Sue Davis. There will be no visitation.  Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Jeffrey Harnett

September 11, 2023 |

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

Jeffrey Harnett, 70, of North Huntingdon formerly of Hadley, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023. He was born November 25, 1952 in Greenville, PA, a son of James Harnett and the late Nancy (McManigle) Harnett. Prior to his retirement Jeff was a cytotechnologist for University Health Center of Cleveland and a veteran of the US Army having served during the Vietnam Era. He enjoyed hunting, grain farming, truck and tractor pulling, visiting wineries and traveling. In addition to his father, Jeff is survived by his companion, Deborah Daerr Ackerman; son, Chad Harnett (Sarah Walsh); brother, Jim Harnett (Paula); sister, Melissa Ustik (Gary); grandchildren, Riley and Nolan; niece, Andrea Harnett (John). Also survived by Dale and Tarah Ackerman, Bill and Veronica Daerr, Robert and Diana Daerr, and Constance Daerr. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 11 a.m. at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642.  An additional memorial service will be held at a later date in Sheakleyville, PA.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All But Furgotten Animal Rescue or your favorite animal rescue shelter. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


William F. Cunningham

September 11, 2023 |

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

William F. Cunningham, age 73, of North Versailles, died September 5, 2023, at Squirrel Hill Center for Rehabilitation and Healing. Born October 24, 1949, in Carnegie, he was the son of the late Francis and Beatrice Cunningham.
William retired from Duquesne Light Company as a Computer Analyst and then worked for ACS. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran. In his younger years, he coached his sons' baseball team.
William is survived by his sons, Mark and Brian Cunningham, and sister, Shirley (Harold) Bier.
Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory.
Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com
Supervisor, Charles Danforth

 


Dorothy Passaro

September 10, 2023 |

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

It is with great sadness, but also great joy that we announce the passing of our mother, Dorothy Passaro, into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Dorothy, 86, was born on June 24, 1937 in Jeannette to Wilda and Ralph Volk. Dorothy was a graduate of Jeannette Sr. High School and a lifetime member of Jeannette Assembly of God Church.  She enjoyed eating her favorite foods such as steak, chocolate, all sweets and ice cream.  She liked flowers, her favorite color was pink and she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was  preceded in death by her husband, Richard E. Passaro, sisters, Ruth, Phyllis, Wilda, and brothers, Donald, James and Larry. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Herold (Michael); sons, Richard D. Passaro and Scott Passaro (Angela); sister, Gladys; grandchildren, Christopher Passaro, Jonathan Passaro, Michael Forish (Brittney), Rachel Passaro, Brittany Passaro; and great-grandchildren, Michael Henry and Evelyn.  Family and friends will be received from 2-6 p.m. on Tuesday at the James W Shirley Funeral Home,  176 Clay Pike in North Huntingdon.  A funeral service will follow at 6 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.    Interment will be private.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Matthew Shields Griesser

September 10, 2023 |

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

It’s with profound sadness that we share news of the death of Matthew Shields Griesser, age 53. Matt was born in Pittsburgh, PA on May 5, 1970 and died in McKeesport, PA (Elizabeth Township) on September 2, 2023. He is survived by his parents, Garry and Nancy Griesser, his brother Thomas Griesser, and by beloved uncles, aunts, cousins, and countless long-time college and industry friends.

 
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Nicholas Angelo Nero

September 09, 2023 |

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

icholas Angelo Nero, age 71 of Sumter, SC and formerly of Jefferson Borough, died at home August 8, 2023.  Born November 4, 1951, he was the son of the late Domenick Nero and Lucille (LaValle) Nero of Jefferson Borough.  Nick was a 1970 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School and a decorated veteran of 22 years in the United States Air Force. Nick was very active in American Legion Post 15 of Sumter serving as commander, adjutant, and historian as well as chairing the Sumter County Fair Commission hosted by Post 15.  As a member of the Sumter County Garden Club, he was a certified master gardener and helped beautify his community, Nick was also a member of the Clariton Anglers Club, where he spent much of his summer time with his family. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 35 years, Elaine; sisters Karen (Michael) Dougherty of Jefferson, Lori (James) Banner of Boise, ID, and Mary DiLonardo of Rostraver Twp.; as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

 
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Dillan Anthony Marks

September 09, 2023 |

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

Dillan Anthony Marks, born in Pittsburgh, PA, at Shadyside Hospital on May 12, 2000, sadly and unexpectedly passed away on August 30, 2023, at the young age of 23.

 
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Shirley Ann Dworek

September 08, 2023 |

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

Shirley Ann Dworek, 85, of Liberty Boro, passed away Friday September 8, 2023. She was born June 29, 1938 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late George and Julia (Molnar) Garancsi. She was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish- St. Mark Church, Liberty Boro. She was a retired bookkeeper for the family business, the former Dworek's Amoco in McKeesport and was a 1957 graduate of McKeesport High School.

 
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Donald J. Turek Jr.

September 08, 2023 |

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

Donald J. Turek Jr., age 52, of Bunola, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at home. He was in the maintenance department of the Elizabeth Forward School District. He was a member of Local 5 IBEW and enjoyed Thursday evening golf at Butler's. Born April 21, 1971 in Monongahela, he was a son of the late Donald J. Turek Sr. and the late Mary (Supernovich) Turek. He is survived by his wife, Michelle Burley Turek of Bunola; daughters, Sarah Turek of Columbus, OH, Samantha (Tom) Giffin of Connellsville and Kendra Burley of Connellsville; son, Donald J. Turek III of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Sophia and Lincoln Giffin, and Isabella and Rowan Burley; brother, Dennis M. (Melissa) Turek of Sutersville; sister, Amy Rhodes; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial gathering will take place in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, September 17, 2023, from 2-4 PM. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Rhoda Ann (Vines) Goldstrohm

September 08, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory

Rhoda Ann Goldstrohm (Vines) was called to join our Heavenly Father in the beautiful garden of Heaven on September 5, 2023.  She joins her parents John and Emma Vines and her brother William (Bill) Vines in eternal happiness.  She is survived by her beloved husband of 55 years James Goldstrohm; her three children: Claire Pingree, Emily Belchick (Tom), and Paul Goldstrohm (Jennifer); her adoring grandchildren: Raymond, Jonathan, Ryan, Caitlin, Emma, Liam, and Grace; and her siblings Diane Sedita and John Vines (Michelle).  She was blessed with a multitude of lifelong friendships.  Rhoda lived a life of enduring faith and love of Jesus Christ and Mary Mother of God.  She was a devoted wife, sister, mother, aunt, and grandmother to her family, who loved her dearly.  As the family matriarch, she humbly provided whatever was needed.  Rhoda had a heart of service and a calling to mentor youth.  Her lifelong commitment to the Girl Scouts of America and volunteer work with St. Robert Bellarmine parish was commendable.  Never wanting or seeking recognition, her countless works were tribute enough.

 
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