Dorothy Elizabeth Schwirian

February 28, 2017 |

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

Dorothy Elizabeth (Null) Schwirian, 82, of North Huntingdon, died Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017, in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Dorothy “Mumzi” was born March 20, 1934, in Ruffsdale, a daughter of the late Braden and Sara (Allison) Null.

William J. Kaskin

February 28, 2017 |

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

William J. Kaskin, age 78 of Clairton and formerly of Braddock, passed away at Jefferson Hospital on Monday, February 27, 2017.  Born March 14, 1938 in Braddock, he was a son of the late Joseph and Melrose (Robinson) Kaskin. 

Robert G. Painter

February 27, 2017 |

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

Robert (Bob) Glen Painter 87 of Rillton, Pa, died Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital. He was born December 31, 1929 in Irwin Pa., son of the late James and Edna Delmore Painter.

Matthew V. Gladkowski

February 27, 2017 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Matthew V. Gladkowski, 60, of McKeesport, died Sunday, February 26, 2017 at The Grove at Irwin.  Born in Troy, Missouri on February 15, 1957, he was the son of the late Theodore H. and Mary Rose Brown Gladkowski, and was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Tamara Sue Gladkowski and Karen Lynn Everett.  He is survived by 2 brothers, Jan Gladkowski of Seminole, FL and Theodore Gladkowski of North Versailles; 2 sisters, Alexandra Juarez of McKeesport and Deidre Ann Gladkowski of East McKeesport; nephews, Charles Anthony Mullins of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Jason Juarez of Georgia, and Theodore Gladkowski of North Huntingdon; and a niece, Gretchen Gladkowski of Pittsburgh; also by great nieces and nephews.  Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 is in charge of arrangements.  A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 11:00 AM in the funeral home.

Jeremy M. Jacisin

February 27, 2017 |

By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Jeremy Matthew Jacisin, 31, of Glassport died Sun. February 26, 2017. He was the son of the late Matthew Jacisin, son of Lisa Waney-Jacisin and grandson of Patricia Waney. He is survived by fiancé Amanda Oswald and beloved daughter Serenity Lee Jacisin; brother of Kristy Zalac and uncle to Jaylee Baranchak; nephew of Cindy Boyd and Christopher Waney; cousin of Brittney, Cullen, Gabrielle, Christopher Jr., Mileyna, and Lillyana. Friends received Thur. 6-8 at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 640 Vermont Ave., Glassport.

Elizabeth V. Mussori

February 27, 2017 |

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

Elizabeth V. Mussori, age 93 of Clairton, passed away surrounded by loving members of her family at her daughter's home in Newark, DE on Sunday, February 26, 2017.  Born May 26, 1923 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Carmine and Maria (Zuppa) DeFlavis.

Caroline R. Frencho

February 27, 2017 |

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

Caroline Frencho, 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2017 at Transitions Health Care, North Huntingdon.

Thelma Conn

February 26, 2017 |

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

Thelma (Lloyd) Conn, 95, of Jefferson Hills went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, February 26, 2017. She was a retired elementary school secretary in the West Jefferson Hills School District and a life-long member of the Beulah Baptist Church in Jefferson Hills (now Crossroads Community Church). Thelma was a kind and caring person whose life was devoted to her faith and her family.

Ronald E. Glos

February 26, 2017 |

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

Ronald E. Glos, age 76, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, February 24, 2017 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a retired proprietor and auto repairman for One Stop Spot on Route 51 in Elizabeth, a member of the Bunola Church of the Nazarene, a lifetime member of the Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Company and a member of the Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526. 

Alma Lee Shaffer Huffman

February 26, 2017 |

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

Richey W. Eberman

February 26, 2017 |

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

Janice L. Miller

February 26, 2017 |

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

Jonathan Leslie Fanala

February 26, 2017 |

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

Jonathan Leslie Fanala, 39, of Buena Vista, died Tuesday February 21, 2017. He was born August 7, 1977 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late John Leslie and Patricia Linn Fanala. Jonathan was a painter and a 1995 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. He is survived by his wife, Mary Christine Way, daughter, Alivia Christine Fanala, loving companian, Deborah Ann Arnold and her son, Kane Douglas Bicsey, aunt, Beverly Linn Bell, uncles, Timothy (Pat) Linn, and Philip Hickman, sister-in-law, Sheree Payne and her son Michael Curran, cousins, Kim, Jennifer, Danielle and Philip.

Veronica "Vern" Frederick

February 25, 2017 |

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

Veronica “Vern” Frederick, age 88 of McKeesport, passed away at home on February 24, 2017.  Born September 4, 1928 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Chester and Anna (Wise) Fiugalski and wife of the late John “Jack” Frederick.  Vern was dedicated to the St. Mary Czestochowa Church, now Corpus Christi Parish and was a member of the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Ladies Guild.  She loved to cook for her family and care for her children and grandchildren.  She is survived by her sons David and Daniel Frederick; 9 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and sister, Audrey Decorte; also many nieces and nephews and her care giver, Jessica Gosnell. In addition to her parents and husband, Veronica was preceded in death by her daughter, Diane Miller; son, Dennis Frederick; brother, Louis Wise and nephew, Robert Wise.  Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Monday February 27, 2017 from 2-8 p.m.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday February 28, 2017, 10 a.m., at Corpus Christi Church.  Fr. Kevin Dominik will officiate. Committal will follow at St. Mary Polish Cemetery.  Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.

Wilda E. Cartia

February 24, 2017 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Wilda E. Cartia, age 88 of McKeesport, formerly of Coulters, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Kane Regional Hospital in Glen Hazel. Born August 30, 1928 in Clairton, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Elsie E. (Beam) Hughes, and loving wife of the late Joseph Cartia. Wilda worked for many years as a visiting nurses aide for the Visiting Nurse Association of Allegheny County. She was a long time member of the Christ United Methodist Church in North Huntingdon where she enjoyed spending time with her church family. She was also an active member of the Coulters Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary along with the Ladies Jednota Bowling League. In her free time, she enjoyed crocheting, sewing, and loved to get out on the dance floor. In her later years, she always looked forward to her trips with her daughter to get herself a BigMac and ice cream. She is survived by her children, Joseph Jr. (Karen) of Somerset, William (Alyce) of McKeesport, Adrie (Juan) Tognarini of Coulter, Lenore (Steve) Chapman of Ocala, FL, and Elsamarie (Addie) Feltes of Cape Charles, VA; brother, Richard (Janette) Hughes of North Carolina; son-in-law, Jay Tognarini of Forward Twp.; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her daughters, Joanna Tewell and Carita Tognarini; and sister, Ruth Jones. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, March 2, 2017 at 7 p.m. at the Christ United Methodist Church of North Hungtingdon, 2800 Coulterville Road, McKeesport, PA 15131. Rev. Dr. Sang Kong Choiwill officiate. Burial will be private at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the Coulters Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. Condolences may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com