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William Howard Larson, Sr.

October 01, 2018 |

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

William Howard Larson, Sr., 87, of Versailles, died Saturday, September 29, 2018. He was born September 25, 1931 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Felix Samuel and Bessie (Mills) Larson. William was a commercial artist and had worked for the former Penn Art Studio in Pittsburgh and Moreau Inc., in Monroeville. William served in the US Army during the Korean War. For his service, he received the Korean Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars, National Defense Service Medal,  Combat Infantry Badge and UN Service Medal. He is survived by his wife, Doris May (Wecas) Larson,  son, William H. (Cheryl) Larson Jr., of Versailles, daughters, Amy Sue Larson of Lititz, and Bess Ann (Thomas) Beaty of Cary, NC.; brother, Felix "Sam" (Gwen) Larson of Center City, CO, sister, Phyllis (Leo) Fey of Level Green; grandchildren, Sarah Lynn (Andy) Krut and Elizabeth Ann Larson; great-grandson, Sullivan Krut; and nieces and nephews.

 
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Eleanor Kozlowski, nee Maturkanic

September 30, 2018 |

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

Eleanor Kozlowski, nee Maturkanic
Departed this life on September 29th at the age of 89. Eleanor was the loving wife for 64 years to the late Stanley Kozlowski.She had been not so patiently waiting for him to “come and pick her up ” since his passing in 2014.

 
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Laura Beth Kachurick

September 29, 2018 |

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

Laura Beth Kachurick, 53, of Buena Vista, formerly of Boston, passed away peacefully, Thursday, September 27, 2018 in Pittsburgh. She was born June 29, 1965 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of Stephen L. Lieman of Groton, MA and Cathleen E. Roberts of McKeesport. Laura was an excellent homemaker and an avid Steelers fan. She loved the beach, most notably Cape May in New Jersey. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her two sons, Lucas Kachurick of Boca Raton, Fl and Jeremy Kachurick of Boston, companion, Bart Sechrist of Buena Vista, sister, Rachel (Stephen) Griffin of Framingham, MA, step-daughter, Jayna Barrett of Greenock, grandchildren, Collins, Eric, Emma and Elsie, uncle, Greg Marazzi of Darlington, and two nephews, Madison and Colin.

 
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Zachary James Feschuk

September 29, 2018 |

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

Zachary James Feschuk, 38, of West Mifflin died suddenly Wednesday,  September 26, 2018 at home.  Born on March 28, 1980, he was the loving son of Norman and Shirley (Pristas) Feschuk.  Mr. Feschuk was a contractor with EF Services, while attending CCAC, pursuing his degree in psychology.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by two daughters, Gia and Angel Feschuk, a brother Elliot (Kelly) Feschuk, a neice Kendra Feschuk, maternal grandmother Elizabeth Pristas, and his Godmother Gloria Erney.  He was preceeded in death by grandparents Elmer Pristas, and John and Mary Feschuk. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins who will dearly miss him.

 
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Frances A. Hrabley

September 29, 2018 |

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

Frances A. Hrabley, age 83, of North Versailles, died September 29, 2018, at Riverside Care Center of McKeesport. Born February 25, 1935, in Braddock, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Frances (Pelc) Stukus and the wife of the late Leo E. Hrabley.

 
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Robert T. "Lefty" Nutt

September 28, 2018 |

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

Robert T. "Lefty" Nutt, age 63 of Charleroi, passed away on Friday, September 28, 2018 in John J. Kane Regional Center, McKeesport.  Born February 28, 1955 in Charleroi, he was a son of the late Thurman R. and Dolores (McDonald) Nutt.   A US Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War, Robert loved to hunt and fish. 

 
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Rita Barnes

September 28, 2018 |

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

Rita Barnes age 92, of Dravosburg on September 24, 2018. She was a daughter of the late Walter and Bertha (Dougherty) Hill. She was a member St. Agnes Church, West Mifflin. Beloved wife of 67 years to the late Robert W. Barnes; mother of Paul W. Barnes of Munhall and the late Robert K. Barnes; grandmother of Keith (Nikki) Barnes, Jason (Catherine) Barnes and Eric Barnes; greatgrandmother of Charlotte Barnes; sister of the late Marguerite Cratty; also surviving are nieces and nephews. 

 
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Patricia Ann Pilgrim

September 28, 2018 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Patricia Ann Mills Pilgrim, 80, of Clairton, passed away Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at AHN Jefferson Hospital.  She was born March 17, 1938, in Elrama, to the late Earle Maynard and Elsie Cochran Mills.  She was a loving wife to the late Kenneth O. Pilgrim who passed away in 2014.  Patricia is survived by daughter, Karen of Bronx, NY; grandson, Kenny Coronado of Bronx, NY; brother, Maynard Earle Mills of Cupertino, CA; nieces and nephews.  Along with her parents and husband, Patricia was preceded in death by sister, Beverly Mills Balint; brothers, Norman Kenneth Mills and Eugene Brian Mills.

 
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Rose H. Senko

September 28, 2018 |

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

Rose H. Senko, age 85, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Braddock, died September 26, 2018, at home. Born August 15, 1933, in Braddock, she was the daughter of the late Toros and Martha Hacharian and the wife of Michael Senko, for over 66 years.

 
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Sr. Dorothy Ruth Varga, S.D.R.

September 28, 2018 |

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

Sr. Dorothy Ruth Varga, S.D.R., age 87, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2018 in the Divine Redeemer Motherhouse in Elizabeth Twp.  Born February 10, 1931 in Cleveland, OH, she was a daughter of the late John and Therese Mary (Yambor) Varga.  Sr. Dorothy was a Professed Sister of the Divine Redeemer for 66 years.  

 
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Spencer J. DiPerna

September 27, 2018 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Spencer J. DiPerna, age 25, of McKeesport, died September 26, 2018, at home. Born May 30, 1993, in McKeesport, he was the son of Jeffrey J. and Aliscyn (Corente) DiPerna.

 
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Clifford A. Gephart Sr.

September 27, 2018 |

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

Clifford A. Gephart Sr., age 83, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired as a co-owner of Cannon - Tedesco & Company in McKeesport. He enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family. 

 
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Hilda Latusek

September 26, 2018 |

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

Hilda Latusek, age 96 of Monroeville, died Sunday, September 23, 2018 at her daughter’s home in Manassas, Virginia. She was born March 29, 1922 in Turtle Creek, the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth McMullen Stitt, and wife of the late Albert Latusek.

She is survived by her son, Dr. Michael (Mary Ann) Latusek of Elizabeth Township; daughters, Kathleen (John) Taylor of Murrysville, Patricia (John) Flemming of Manassas, VA, Suzan (Michael) Bresch of Monroeville; grandchildren, John (Mary) Flemming, Cheri (Chris) Shoemaker, Chrissy (Chris) Nagro, April McClain, Kirk Taylor, Elizabeth (Ian Cohen) Latusek, Megan (Jon) Radcliffe, Michael (Cara) Latusek, Jennifer (Bill Nichols) DiGiovanni-Nichols, Mellissa (Mike) Rugh; 16 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by great-grandchild Reagan Flemming, four brothers, and four sisters.

 
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Mark R. Fehr

September 26, 2018 |

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

Mark R. Fehr, age 63 of White Oak, passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 in Canterbury Place in Pittsburgh.  Born January 8, 1955 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late George Raymond Fehr and Helen (Ross) Fehr.  A field auditor with GMAC in Cranberry and member of Mt. Vernon Community Presbyterian Church, Mark received his bachelor's degree from Point Park College and his master's in organizational leadership from Geneva College.  

 
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Carmine P. Sebastian

September 26, 2018 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Carmine P. Sebastian, 88, of Dravosburg died September 24, 2018. He was the son of the late Angelo and Mary (Dorazio) Sebastian. He is survived by his beloved wife Dolores (Kovacs) Sebastian; brother John (Mary Lou) Sebastian of McCandless; and many nieces and nephews. Carmine was a retired school teacher for the city of Pittsburgh, transportation director, and vice principal. He was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish, was a graduate of California University and got his doctorate degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1963. Friends received Thursday October 4th, 2-4 and 6-8 at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be held Friday October 5th 10:30am at Queen of the Rosary with Rev. Miroslaus Wojcicki. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer's Association 1100 Liberty Ave. Suite E201 Pittsburgh, PA 15222.