Beatrice Ann Ketterman Gilligan
November 16, 2024 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Stephen C. Pholar
November 16, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Stephen C. Pholar, age 82 of White Oak, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024 in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. Born August 17, 1942 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Stephen L. and Helen (Cifra) Pholar. A member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Angela Merici Church, White Oak, Stephen was a graduate of Duquesne University. He retired as the community planner for the City of Clairton, and also served as city manager, and was a former director of the West to West Coalition. Stephen is survived by his wife Margaret "Maggie" (DeCarlo) Pholar; his children Alexis (Dr. Todd) Hrbek of Greensburg and Nicholas (Apryle) Pholar of Nanti Glo; his grandchildren Maxwell, Emma, and Molly Hrbek and Amber Sims; his sister Marlene Pennington of Bethel Park; and his brother Conrad M. Pholar of Castle Shannon. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Robert J. Pholar.
Connie Griswold
November 15, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Connie Griswold, 72, of Greensburg, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024 at home surrounded by family and friends after a brief illness. She was born April 1, 1952 in Philadelphia, the daughter of the late Harry T. and Dorothy (Mullin) Griswold. She obtained an Associate Degree from Robert Morris University and started her career as Executive Secretary for CNG Transmission, now Dominion Resources for 25 years. She then followed her passion for the elderly and became Activities Director at The Grove at Latrobe Nursing Home for 16 years. Connie loved to travel, visiting many National Parks and Historical Sites, sailing with family on the Pamlico Sound in North Carolina, golfing particularly with her league "The Manoretts", music of all kinds, volunteering, reading, nature and the outdoors and spending time with neighbors and friends.
Virginia "Ginny" Rollin
November 15, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Virginia "Ginny" Kaylor Rollin, 94, of Carlsbad, California, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024. She was born March 25, 1930 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Robert J. and Helen (McClay) Kaylor. Ginny was the wife of 57 years to the late Donald H. Rollin, who passed away October 11, 2014. She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Greenock. Ginny worked as a drafting clerk at the former Bell Telephone Engineering Department before becoming a homemaker. Ginny became involved with several organizations, putting her planning and organizing skills to great use. She was Past Mother Advisor of the former Elizabeth Assembly #120, International Order of Rainbow for Girls, Past President Church Council of the former St. John’s Lutheran Church in McKeesport, and Past President of the Highlander Ladies Bowling League. She was a 50 year member of Order of the Eastern Star, most recently Clairton Chapter No. 316 and a member of the Bell Telephone Pioneers.
Perry Carl Gordon
November 15, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Perry Carl Gordon, age 61, of McKeesport, PA, died on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. He was born in Trenton, NJ on February 13, 1963, and is the son of the late William C., Sr. and Helen E. Brewster Gordon.
Anne Hughes Liparulo
November 14, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Anne’s parents were John W. Hughes and Ruth Manning Hughes of Washington, Pa. She graduated from Penn State University with a BA in Anthropology in 1970. Shortly after, she graduated with a MS in Library Science from The University of Pittsburgh, where she met her husband. She retired from Bettis Atomic Power Lab in West Mifflin, PA, as Library Manager. She was an engaged supporter of the performing arts community in Pittsburgh and held leadership positions at the Pittsburgh CLO. She loved to travel and was an avid fan of Penn State and Steelers football.
Most importantly, Anne had a meaningful impact on those around her. She was a genuine friend and devoted wife and mother. She was an exemplar of hardwork and commitment, always putting family first. Anne was Nicholas’ biggest supporter and motivated him to be the best version of himself. She showed unconditional love to Matthew and Karen and encouraged them through childhood. Anne was incredibly proud of the adults they became. Their spouses, Cristina and Benjamin, were welcomed into the family with open arms, and she treated them like her own. Later in life, her granddaughters became her greatest joys. She taught them to value family and to enjoy the simple pleasures in life. Her physical presence will be missed, but her legacy of love will remain in our hearts.
Visitation will be held at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Saturday, December 28, from 1-4 PM. A Memorial Service will follow at 4 PM in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in Anne’s memory to Pittsburgh CLO, 719 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or through the link https://www.pittsburghclo.org/
Gertrude Colletta Capocciama
November 14, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Gertrude Colletta Capocciama, 88, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024. She was born May 21, 1936 in Clairton and was the daughter of the late Clyde and Catherine (Kehoe) Allen. She was the wife of the late Donato "Dan" Alexander Capocciama who passed away October 1, 2024. Gertrude and Dan loved playing Tennis together for many years. She was retired from the US Steel Credit Union. She is survived by her son, Anthony F. (Carolann) Macioce of Christy Park, daughters, Colletta Youkin of White Oak and Lynn (Andy) Filippone of New Hampshire, grandsons, Brian Youkin and Brandon Youkin, Matthew Dimpel, Michael Dimpel and Jason Dimpel, great-grandchildren, Brandon Youkin, Madison and Delaney Fleming, and Dan Fletcher, and nieces and nephews. There is no visitation. Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 10:30 am at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
Theresa Costa
November 14, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Theresa (Pastorius) Costa, age 95, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. Theresa was born September 6, 1929 in Glassport. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Stella (Seigworth) Pastorius. Theresa was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, a Clairton High School graduate, and a salesperson for the former G.C. Murphy Co. in Clairton. She enjoyed spending time with and caring for her family. Family meant the world to Theresa. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Costa, who passed away May 30, 1993 and her daughter Carol Zuro, who passed away on February 12, 2022. Theresa is survived by her son Joseph T. (Gloria) Costa of Jefferson Hills; her son-in-law Frank Zuro; grandchildren Nicole (Tom) D'Antonio of Jefferson Hills, Michael (Leah) Zuro of Pleasant Hills, Bryan (Abby) Costa of Lodi, WI, and Jodi (Frank) Stosic of Jefferson Hills; great-grandchildren Mia and Luke D'Antonio, Dominik Zuro, Zayden and Macsen Schrott, Bayne Costa, Haylie Schwab, Destinie Bedard, and Bella and Frankie Stosic; and nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, daughter, and parents, Theresa was proceeded in death by her sisters Clara Ferree, Anne Fenton, Lena Wilson, Alberta Kehoe, Elizabeth Nowakowski, and Margaret Vezzani.
Emma Louise Lindberg
November 14, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Emma Louise Lindberg, 94, of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. She was born on March 9, 1930 and was the daughter of the late Fred and Deborah Loraine (Duncan) Rose. She was the wife of the late Ronald W. Lindberg. Emma was a member of Christian Missionary Alliance Church in McKeesport and she was a Manager at Minerva Baker for 30 years. She was caring and hardworking. She loved sewing and spending time with her grandchildren.
Stephanie Lee Belusar
November 14, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Stephanie Lee Belusar, 73, of N Huntingdon, PA passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. She was surrounded by the love of her family and friends during her final days. She was born on July 8, 1951 and was the daughter of the late Albert and Charlotte (Beondy) Josephic.
Stephanie worked for the family businesses for most of her life; Chateau Realty, Placid Manor and Charlie J’s. She was known for her work ethic, compassion, fairness and willingness to lend an ear or a hand when needed. She maintained the friendships she made for decades after Charlie J’s closed. In later years she worked for Giant Eagle, then Education Management Corporation when she retired in 2019.
Family was the thing she valued the most. She always made you feel like you were her number one priority. She would do anything for those she loved. Anytime you needed help or someone to talk to, you called Steph. Her favorite days were the ones spent with her children and the grandchildren she adored.
Stephanie was passionate about sports. In her younger years she was often the first one picked to be on the team. She enjoyed bowling and playing golf. She loved hosting watch parties on Steelers Sunday and never missed a game.
Stephanie is survived by her daughter, Jodie (Mark) Spagnolli, her son, Michael (Erica) Tokarsky, three grandchildren, Jake Spagnolli, Jordan Spagnolli and Faye Tokarsky. She is also survived by her sisters, Diane (John) Pugliano, Beth (Dennis) Liotta and brother John (Kerri) Josephic and several nieces and nephews.
She was loved deeply and will forever be missed. Her memory will live on in the hearts of everyone that loved her.
A celebration of life will take place on February 1, 2025. See the attached link for details: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/celebratestephaniebelusar
Arrangements by James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
Kathleen D. "Kathy" Chiesi
November 13, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 15, 2024, 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. Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., with Seminarian Xavier Engle officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Animal Rescue League.
Virginia "Ginny" M. Kostelnik
November 13, 2024 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Virginia “Ginny” M. Kostelnik, 81, of West Mifflin, died Nov. 12, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Steve and Helen (Pollack) Kollar and beloved wife of the late Wayne Kostelnik. Ginny is survived by her daughter Dawn (David) Kuchma; son David Kostelnik; son-in-law, Nick Kurimsky ; grandchildren Taylor, Matt and Julia; and sister Phyllis (the late Joseph) Kovalcik. She was preceded in death by her daughter Debie Kurimsky. Ginny was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish. She loved her Pittsburgh sports teams, Steelers, Pirates and Penguins and everyone attending her viewing is asked to wear their favorite black in gold in her memory. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Friday from 2 to 8. A funeral blessing will be held Sat. 10:00 am in the funeral home. Interment will follow in the St. Hedwig Cemetery.
Linda L. Milas
November 12, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Billie Jo Goldsworthy
November 12, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Jeffrey Zoscak
November 12, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jeffrey Zoscak, 59, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully on Saturday November 9, 2024. Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Zoscak and Marge (Kolesar) Zoscak, and his brother Joel Zoscak. Jeff is survived by cousins from the Kolesar and Walker families.
