February 27, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Jeffrey J. Benson, 52, of North Versailles, died Monday, February 25, 2019. He was born May 9, 1966, the son of Patricia (Glucs) Benson and James R. Benson both of North Versailles and is also survived by his uncle John “Benny” Benson and his wife Kathy of North Versailles; also cousins and many good friends. Jeffrey was a graduate of East Allegheny High School, class of 1984, and worked as a carpenter. He was a low keyed guy and enjoyed riding his motorcycle. Honoring Jeff’s wishes there will be no viewing.
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February 27, 2019 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Joanne M. (Yarnovich) Jenco, 78, of West Mifflin died peacefully at home on Monday, February 25th, 2019. Born on April 21st, 1940, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Kopolovich) Yarnovich. Mrs. Jenco was a member of S.S. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne, The Parish Club, GCW Woman’s Club, Secretary for Riverview Homes Association, a former member, and Recording and Financial Secretary for the Duquesne Junior Tamburitzans, and a 50 year member of Beta Sigma Phi, Lauriate Delta Chapter, having served as the past President, Treasurer, and Recording Secretary.
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February 27, 2019 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
David Anthony O’Dell, 64, of Glassport, formerly of Clairton, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at John J. Kane Reginal Center in McKeesport. He was born January 8, 1955, in McKeesport, to the late Melvin O’Dell and Dorcas Aulenbach O’Dell of Elizabeth. Along with his mother, David is survived by his loving wife, of 32 years, Mary S. Parks O’Dell; son, Steven Parks of Glassport; daughters, Jennifer (Fernand Vernet) O’Dell of Glassport, Lisa (Justin Hadley) O’Dell of North Versailles; brother, Dennis (Joyce) O’Dell of Monongahela and 1 sister. He was a 1973 graduate of Clairton High School, a veteran of The US Air Force, having served for 14 years, he was a truck driver for Northwest Logistics Oil, Grimm Motor, Waste Management, Falcon Trucking, and U. S. Express Trucking Companies, and he enjoyed archery. Arrangements have been entrusted to S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton, PA 15025. Inurnment and service will take place at a later date at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
February 27, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Bettie Ann Randolph, age 76 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born September 24, 1942 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Al and Beatrice (Manning) Randolph. A former mainframe computer operator at GM's Fisher Body plant in West Mifflin, Bettie Ann enjoyed her independence to its fullest while living a unique and adventurous life. She is survived by her siblings Kenneth (Sharon) Randolph of Jefferson Hills and Gail (Jack) Smith of Elizabeth Twp, and also nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Bettie Ann was preceded in death by her brother Albert (Linda) Randolph.
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February 27, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald E. Kulczynski, 71, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 25, 2019 surrounded by those who cared for and loved him including his four legged friend, Frankie. He was born May 2, 1947 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Frank and Zorrie (Grba) Kulczynski. Ron was a member of St. Mark Church- Liberty Worship Site. He was a US Navy Veteran serving during the Vietnam War and continued his commitment to the Navy by spending his entire working career at the Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory. He admired and respected the comradery of organizations such as the Clairton Sportsman's Club, the American Legion, and the Veteran's Association.
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February 27, 2019 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
John A. Cowan, 71, of Clairton, Pennsylvania, departed this life on Saturday, February 23, 2019 in Monroeville.
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February 27, 2019 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mary Clark Robinson Hammond, 92, of Clairton, Pennsylvania, passed away on Monday, February 18, 2019 in Kane Regional Nursing Center.
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February 27, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
William E. "Bill" Mathews, age 68 of Forward Twp. and formerly of Clairton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 26, 2019. Born May 28, 1950 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late William R. and Jane (Tulius) Mathews. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Helen (Demchak) Mathews; his children Beth (Doug) Kimball of Glassport and Ryan Mathews of Elizabeth; his grandchildren Michelle (Kenny) Picard and Amber Kimball; his best friend, great-grandson, and little buddy Cameron Picard; his brother Robert (Carol) Mathews; and also many step-siblings, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and many others who cared deeply for Bill. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother John (Kim) Mathews.
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February 26, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Tina L. Buckingham-Locke, 56, of Elizabeth, Pa., passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at Allegheny General Hospital. She was born, February 26, 1963 in Pittsburgh, daughter of Robert Buckingham and the late E. Joanne Balo Buckingham. Tina was a medical assistant for Jefferson Pain and Rehab and a paramedic for Versailles Volunteer Fire Company. She was a graduate of Ringgold High School, Bradford School of Business and was involved in the ASPCA. She is survived by her son, Derek Tokosh and his wife, Megan; and brother, Robert Buckingham Jr. and his wife, Leslie. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Brent Furlong officiating. Entombment will be private in Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ASPCA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 26, 2019 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Margaret A. Conboy, 91, of Economy, formerly of West Mifflin, died peacefully Feb. 24, 2019. Margaret was a 1946 graduate of Duquesne High School and attended Douglas Business College. She spent most of her life as a loving mother and homemaker. She is the daughter of the late Joseph and Sophia (Kaluznak) Hudosky and beloved wife of the late Edward "Buck" Conboy Jr. She is survived by daughters Mary Ellen (Charles) Netzel of Franklin Park and Laura (Robert) Kahler of Economy; granddaughters Carolyn (Sam) Wolf of Silver Spring, MD and Christine Kahler of New York, NY; great-granddaughter Alice Jean Wolf; also many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her cherished son Timothy Conboy; sisters Alice Libak, Ann Adams, and Agnes Janhunen, and brothers Joseph and John Hudosky. Friends received Schellhaas Funeral Home, 1600 Stone Mansion Dr. Sewickley PA 15143 Sun. 2-4 and 6-8. A funeral mass will be held Mon. 10am at Saints John & Paul Roman Catholic Parish. Memorial contributions may be made to Concordia of Franklin Park, 1600 Georgetown Dr. Sewickley PA 15143. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne. The family would like to thank the staff at Concordia of Franklin Park for their love and care, and to Good Samaritan Hospice Wexford for their dedication and compassion.
February 26, 2019 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Joseph Richard Gumpher Jr., 69, of Elizabeth, formerly of McKeesport, passed away at home Monday, February 25, 2019. He was born July 29, 1949, in Turtle Creek, to the late Joseph R. Sr. and Agnes Mae Marks Gumpher. Joseph is survived by his loving wife, of 49 years, Carolyn S. Waggoner Gumpher; children, Dennis J. Gumpher of White Oak, Joseph R. (Teresa) Gumpher III. of Elizabeth, daughter, Denise B. (David) Burke of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Melonie (Keith) Snyder of N. Huntingdon, David Burke Jr. of Elizabeth, Dylan Burke of Elizabeth, Joseph Gumpher IV of Elizabeth, Alexis Gumpher of Elizabeth, Kimberly Gumpher of Elizabeth, Madison Gumpher of Elizabeth, and his faithful dog Miss Lady; siblings, brother William Gumpher of Hermine, James Gumpher of Siegel Pa., sisters, Patricia Kristofik of Elizabeth, and Tina Gumpher of Elizabeth. Joe had his own auto body, fender and mechanical business in Wilson for 20 years, worked at Finney Funeral Homes for 20 years, worked for various trucking companies, enjoyed camping, hunting, and loved dogs. Visitation will take place Thursday, February 28, 2019, from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 pm and Friday, March 1, 2019, from 10 – 11 am at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME. A memorial service will take place 11 AM, Friday, March 1, 2019. Inurnment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest contributions be made directly to the
www.fundthefuneral.com to help the defray funeral costs. On line condolences may be offered at
www.finneyfuneralhome.com
February 26, 2019 |
By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home
Evelyn M. Altmeyer, 92, formerly of McKeesport passed away February 22, 2019 in Meadow Crest, Bethel Park.
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February 25, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Alvin Jeffrey Abels, age 65 of Dravosburg, died Saturday, February 23, 2019. He was born March 9, 1953 in McKeesport, the son of the late Alvin C. and Shirley L. Allan Abels. He graduated from McKeesport High School class of 1971, Was a member of the Dravosburg Fire Hall and West Newton Gun Club. His favorite past times were fishing and hunting. He loved spending time outside walking through woods and fields with his beloved dog Stymie. He was a lifelong fan of the Steelers, Penquins and Pirates.
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February 25, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Emil Pohodich, 88, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 24, 2019. He was born November 10, 1930 in McKeesport and was the son of the late George and Anna (Lazur) Pohodich. Emil was a member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church in McKeesport and was a retired Industrial Engineer at the former General Motors Fisher Body Plant in West Mifflin. He served as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps from 1948 to 1952.
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February 25, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Donald Tomlins, age 89, of Liberty Borough, died February 23, 2019, at home. Born September 23, 1929, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late George and Margaret (Miller) Tomlins and the husband of Elizabeth (Schultz) Tomlins for over 56 years.
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