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Dale Eugene Taylor

November 03, 2018 |

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

Dale Eugene Taylor, 84, of Buena Vista, died Thursday, November 1, 2018. He was born April 22, 1934 in McKeesport and was the son of the late John and Jennie (Glasser) Taylor. Dale was retired from US Steel National Tube Works and was a 50 year member of West Newton Blythe Lodge 593 F & AM. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Carol Ann (Rupert) Taylor, daughter, Diane L. (Allan) Lombardo of Elizabeth Township, son, Dean Charles (Janet) Taylor of Meadeville, grandchildren, Kelly (Seth) Boyer, Alissa (Andrew) Tarasyuk and Clinton (Jessica) Taylor, great-grandchildren, West Allan Boyer, Avienna Marie Boyer and Van Anthony Boyer, and Elizabeth Taylor and Wyatt Andrew Tarasyuk, niece, Donna (Dennis) Watson and brother-in-law, Ronald (Judith) Rupert.

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Annabelle Kolic

November 02, 2018 |

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

Annabelle (Francetic) Kolic, age 93 of Port Vue, passed away on Thursday, November 1, 2018  at Riverside Care Center in McKeesport.  Born September 8, 1925 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Ann (Rendulic) Francetic.  Annabelle was a photographer for Westinghouse, Inc. in East Pittsburgh, a member of Corpus Christi Parish in McKeesport, Club Dobrotvor, C.F.U. Lodge #3, and Mon Yough Friendship Club.

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Karen L. Kobulinsky

November 02, 2018 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Karen L. Kobulinsky, age 72, of Port Vue, died November 1, 2018, at UPMC Presbyterian. Born May 31, 1946, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Homer and Martha (Lewis) Jones and the wife of Terrance M. "Terry" Kobulinsky.

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Theresa Mae Dobrich

November 02, 2018 |

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

Theresa Mae Dobrich, 90, of Elizabeth, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October  30, 2018. She was born July 15, 1928 in Altoona and was the daughter of the late Frank and Irene White. She was the wife of the late Robert "Bo" Dobrich who died May 4, 2003. Theresa was a member of St. Michael Parish in Elizabeth Township and the Forward Township Senior Citizens. She was a former School Crossing Guard in Elizabeth Borough. She is survived by her sons,  Gary J. Dobrich of Chicago, IL, and Shawn Dobrich of Livermore, CA, daughters, Pamela Bizila of Indianapolis, IN, Winona Dobrich of Elizabeth and Diane Dobrich of West Mifflin, 5 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

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Dorothy M. Strangis

November 01, 2018 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Dorothy M. Strangis, age 84, of McKeesport, died October 31, 2018, John J. Kane Regional. Born March 5, 1934, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Stella (Korp) Tomko and the wife of the late Joseph Strangis, for over 50 years

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George R. Russin

October 31, 2018 |

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

George R. Russin, age 65 of Port Vue, passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2018.  Born September 18, 1953 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late George and Violet (Lucki) Russin.  An active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Versailles, George also retired from his church as a facility manager.  He is survived by his wife of 43 years Susan (Soltesz) Russin; his five children Matthew (Kelsy) Russin of Clairton, Brian (Gabriela) Russin of Columbia, MD, Dana (Aaron) Steffan of Johnstown, OH, Julie Russin of Glen Burnie, MD, and Eric (Amelia) Russin of Pittsburgh; his eight grandchildren; his sisters Fran (Joe) Vislay of East McKeesport and Kathy Russin of North Versailles; and also nieces and nephews. 

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Connie D. Misavage

October 31, 2018 |

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

Connie Misavage, 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, October 29, 2018 at Point Pleasant Retirement Community.  She was born October 10, 1929 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Luciano and Clementina (Trovarelli) DiAntonio.  Prior to her retirement, Connie was a draftsman for Westinghouse and was a member of St. Agnes Church.  After retirement, she taught guitar lessons to young adults in North Huntingdon and later moved to Florida in 1981 and was an avid tennis player and belonged to several tennis leagues.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Misavage; brothers, Americo and Gustine DiAntonio.  She is survived by her son, Eric Misavage and his wife, Sylvia; daughters, Lisa Findlay, Susan Misavage and her husband, Robert Jasinski, Kristina Laney and her husband, Bruce; grandchildren, Nicholas Laney, Lauren (Bryan) Worsham, Nathan Findlay, Alex Findlay, Trista Laney, Erin Findlay; and six great-grandchildren.  There will be no visitation.  A memorial mass will be announced at a later date.  Interment will be private.  Donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in memory of Connie.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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John R. Kiesel

October 30, 2018 |

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

John R. Kiesel, 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, October 29, 2018.  He was born February 14, 1926 in Swissvale, a son of the late Joseph and Gertrude K. (Rulley) Kiesel.  Prior to his retirement, John was a bricklayer for US Steel and a veteran of the US Navy, having served during WWII on the USS Denver.  In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife, Lois J. (Ludwig) Kiesel; and son, John W. Kiesel.  He is survived by his sons, Gary E. Kiesel and Ronald S. Kiesel; daughters, Helen L. Jones and Robin K. Berkow; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren.  Friends will be received  on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  Interment and military honors  will take place on Friday at 10 a.m. in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pittsburgh, PA.  PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CEMETERY.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Marjorie L. Gribschaw

October 30, 2018 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Marjorie (Bowie) Gribschaw, age 60, of Lake Frederick, VA, died October 25, 2018, at Valley Health Winchester Medical Center.Born December 28, 1957, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Charles Robert and Virginia Ann (Laughlin) Bowie and the wife of Gregory S. Gribschaw, for 43 years.

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Charles R. Fulton

October 30, 2018 |

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

Charles R. Fulton, age 74, of Port Vue, died on Sunday, October 28, 2018.  He was born on January 10, 1944 in McKeesport, the son of the late Howard and Gladys Wrigley Fulton and the husband of the late Barbara Todaro Fulton.  Charles served in the Army during the Vietnam Era.  He was employed at Ingram Barge Lines and then retired from the former US Steel – Glassport Foundry.  He became a devoted Catholic during the later stage of his life receiving the sacraments of Baptism, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation, with his grandson, Michael, by his side.

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Connie Yaroscak

October 29, 2018 |

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

Connie (Schmerge) Yaroscak, age 59, of Elrama, passed away on Monday, October 29, 2018 at home. Born January 24, 1959 in Florence, KY, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Arlene (Clark) Schmerge. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Rob Yaroscak; children, Natasha (Brandon) Burch of Elrama, George (Nicole) Yaroscak of Jefferson Hills and Arianna (Bob) Coester of South Park; four granddaughters, Sarah, Evelynn, Abigail and Isabella; and nephew, Paul Yaroscak of Elrama.

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Sidney "Dusty" Thomas Cyphert III

October 29, 2018 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Sidney “Dusty” Thomas Cyphert III, 66, of Elizabeth, formerly of Brookville, PA, passed away at home on Sunday, October 28, 2018.  He was born May 24, 1952 in Pittsburgh to the late Sidney T. and Delores Hutchins Cyphert II.  Dusty is survived by his wife of 35 years, Patricia J. Gumpher Kristofik; sons, Sidney T. (Melissa) Longo of St. Petersburg, FL, Ryan Thomas Cyphert of Elizabeth; daughter, Melissa Cyphert of Versailles Boro; brothers, Donald (Diane) Cyphert of Jacksonville, FL, Allen Dale Cyphert of Michigan; sisters, Sharon (Thomas) Fye of Strattanville, PA, Sandra Patterson of McKeesport, Linda Walker of Jacksonville, FL, Dana (Jim) Clark of Orange Park, FL; numerous nieces and nephews.  Along with his parents, Dusty was preceded in death by brothers, Richard Cyphert, Robert (Sharon) Cyphert and sister, Carol Gumpher. He was a graduate of Clarion Limestone High School, served in the US Coast Guard, was a cook at various restaurants (mostly in FL), was a member of Bethesda Presbyterian Church, enjoyed building model cars, and was an auto mechanic.  Visitation will take place from 5 – 8 pm on Thursday, November 1, 2018 at E. C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Avenue, Glassport,  PA  15045.  A memorial service will take place immediately after visitation at the funeral home at 8 pm.  Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

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Stephen J. Dausey

October 29, 2018 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Stephen J. Dausey, age 60, of Canonsburg, formerly of West Mifflin, died October 23, 2018, at UPMC Presbyterian. Born December 24, 1957, in West Mifflin, he was the son of the late James R. and Mary (Molinari) Dausey.

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William J. Diemert Jr.

October 29, 2018 |

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

William J. Diemert, Jr., 74, of Irwin, passed away Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018 peacefully at home.  

He was born Oct. 15, 1944, in Trafford, a son of the late William J., Sr. and Mary K. Lander Diemert.  Bill was a member of the Herminie United Methodist Church and employed by Student Transportation of America.  

Prior to retirement he was employed by the Plum School District as a mechanic and body repairman.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.  Bill was an avid hunter and fisherman.  

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Ann Jordan; and a brother, Thomas Jacob Diemert.  He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years Carol Meyer Diemert of Irwin; daughter, Patricia Lynn Vargo (James) also of Irwin; son, William J. Diemert, III (Lori) of Dawson; sister-in-law, Beverly Diemert of Red Lion, Pa; five grandchildren, Christopher & Daniel Vargo, Ashley & Caitlin Diemert and Christian Little; and many nieces and nephews.

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Jean (Kovac) Cameron

October 28, 2018 |

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

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