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Marian Theresa Robb

February 14, 2017 |

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

Marian Theresa Robb, 98, of Christy Park, died peacefully on Monday February 13, 2017. She was born February 3, 1919 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Frank and Veronica Petka Spivak. She was the wife of the late Samuel Robb who died July 11, 1995. They were the love of each others lives. Marian was a member of St. Patrick Parish in Christy Park. She is survived by her son, Attorney Kenneth Robb of White Oak, daughters, Jerrine (Raymond) Bonacci of Elizabeth Township, Patricia Pearce of White Oak and Cynthia (William) Schaffer of Harrison City, brother, John Spiewak of McKeesport, 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

 
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Douglas LeRoy Estelle

February 14, 2017 |

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

Douglas LeRoy Estelle, 76, of Meadville, PA, formerly of Lakewood, NJ died Sunday Feb. 12, 2017 in Pittsburgh. Born March 7, 1940 in Lakewood, NJ, he was the son of the late Oliver Douglas and Mary Josephine (Pettit) Estelle. Douglas is survived by his beloved wife, Margaret "Peg" Ballough, his children; Douglas Keith (Melanie) Estelle, Melanie (Carlton) Martin, stepchildren, Regis Gladis, Jennifer McBride, and Mary Beth Gladis-Johnson, a brother, Richard (Kathleen) Estelle, twelve grandchildren, a great grandchild, and nieces and nephews.

 
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Ellen C. Lundberg

February 13, 2017 |

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

Ellen C. Lundberg, age 94, of McKeesport, died Monday, February 13, 2017.

 
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Loretta Sharp

February 13, 2017 |

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

Loretta A. Sharp, age 83, of McKeesport passed away on February 10, 2017. Born November 10, 1933 in McKeesport she was the daughter of the late Frank and Elizabeth ( Tomkowitz) Sharp.  Loretta worked at the Thurman Candy Company, U.S. Steel, and Shop-N-Save in the meat department. She loved her animals and enjoyed watching cooking shows. Loretta is survived by her sister Marcella Szymarek of New Stanton and brother Frank (Ruth Fey) Sharp of Tucson AZ and many nieces, nephews, great and also great great nieces and nephews. Loretta is preceded in death by brothers; Edwin and Edmund Sharp, brother in law Walter Szymarek, and sister in law Marie Sharp. Family and friends will be received at the Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Wednesday February 15, 2017 from 9am until the time of service at 11am in the funeral home chapel. Father Kevin Dominik will officiate. Burial will follow at St. Mary Polish. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to the White Oak Animal Safe Haven at 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. Condolences may be shared at jaycox-jaworskifh.com.

 


Andrew Rusin

February 13, 2017 |

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

Andrew D. Rusin, age 64 of McKeesport died on February 12, 2017 at UPMC McKeesport. Born August 31,1952 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Andrew Jr. and the living Julia (Maha) Rusin. Andrew was a member of St. Michaels Orthodox Church. He was in the Mon-Yough choir and volunteered for many food banks. He enjoyed drawing and Pittsburgh sports. In addition to his mother, Andrew is survived by his sister Sandra (Melchior) Masina; nephew Paul (Suzannah) Masina; great nieces,Theodora and Rosalyn; many cousins; aunt, Helen Shaw. In addition to his father, Andrew is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Marie (Andrew) Rusin (Lazoranko); maternal grandparents, John (Anna) Maha; cousins, Gordon Shaw, Sandra Bradish, and Richard Maha. Family and friends will be received at the Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Wednesday February 15, 2017 from 2-4p.m. and 7-9p.m. Panachida service will be at 7p.m. A funeral service will be held at 10a.m. on Thursday February 16, 2017 at St. Michael's Orthodox Church. Father George R. Patrick will officiate. Burial will follow at McKeesport and Versailles Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 


Ellen I. Showalter

February 13, 2017 |

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

Ellen I. Showalter, age 84, of McKeesport, died Saturday February 11, 2017.

 
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Susan H. "Sue" (Manns) Barnes

February 13, 2017 |

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

SUSAN H. “SUE” (MANNS) BARNES age 90, on February 12, 2017, at home. She was a daughter of the late Joseph and Veronica (Denne) Manns. She formerly worked at Manns Brothers in Duquesne. She was a former member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas and the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild. Beloved wife of 70 years to Charles D. “Jake” Barnes; mother of Terry L. (Doris) Barnes of Findlay, OH, Sandy (late Paul) Mancini of Kinsman, OH, Dorsey (Tom) Solich of Howland, OH, Carol (Jim) Howard of West Mifflin, Sheryl (Ed) Eichenlaub of Bethel Park and Sue Muha of West Mifflin; also 16 grandchildren; and 12.9 great-grandchildren; sister of Thomas (Esther) Manns of West Mifflin; predeceased by brothers and sisters, Lawrence (late Ann) Manns, Norbert (late Martha) Manns, Regis (late Ann) Manns, Joseph “Sonny” (late Emma) Manns, Howard (late Mary Ann) Manns, Gertrude (late Bert) Kovalsky, late Mildred Manns. Visitation Monday 6-8pm and Tuesday from 2-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300. Blessing Service at the funeral home on Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial St. Agnes Church at 10 a.m. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

 


Antoine Lloyd Knight, Jr

February 13, 2017 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Antoine Lloyd Knight, Jr., 2 months old of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, gained his wings Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at home.

 
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Rose (Ferraro) Curinga

February 13, 2017 |

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

Rose (Ferraro) Curinga, age 96 of Jefferson Hills and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2017 in Jefferson Hospital.  Born November 23, 1920 in Santa Donato, Italy, she was a daughter of the late Angelo and Domenica (Capolupo) Ferraro. 

 
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Nellie Stetz

February 13, 2017 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Nellie Stetz, age 96, passed away on Saturday Feb 11 2017. Born in Clairton on April 4th, 1920 to Angelo and Louise Nardone. She was the loving wife of the late Edwin D. Stetz. Mother of the late Mary Lou of Glassport, Edwin P. (Donna)of Glassport, Patricia of Glassport and David Stetz of Arizona. She was the loving grandmother of Eddie (Nicole) of Liberty Boro, Chris (Angela) of Port Vue and David and Michael.

 
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Eleanor (Altman) Daily

February 13, 2017 |

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

Eleanor (Altman) Daily, 94, of Hunker, died February 10, 2017 at home. She was born September 19, 1922 in North Huntingdon, a daughter of the late Samuel Edward and Hazel (Hawk) Altman and was also preceded in death by her husband Arthur Douglas Daily, a son in law George McKeta, and siblings James Altman, Clara Gardner, and Frank Altman. She was a member of Middle Presbyterian Church, Mount Pleasant. She is survived by her children Linda Fern (John) Benford of Washington, Arthur W. (Paula) Daily of Greensburg, Judith E. McKeta and Esther L. (John) Blizman both of Hunker; grandchildren Evelyn (Greg) Kover, John (Reanna) Benford, Stewart (Jenna) Benford, Barbara (Ed) Henderson, Nicole (Carl) Collins, Sarah (Kirk) Salopek, John A. (Jen) Blizman, and Adam J. (Anna) Blizman; great grandchildren Ashley, Alex, Adam, John, Oscar, Sophia, Caroline, Revel, Isaak, Tanner, Gavin, Zachary, Sydney, Adam, and Avery; a sister Emma Dunmire of Apollo; also numerous nieces and nephews.
 
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Nancy C. Baldis

February 13, 2017 |

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

Nancy C. Baldis, 83, of Greenock, died Saturday February 11, 2017 at home. She was born May 17, 1933 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Clifford and Catherine Murphy Raley. She was the wife of the late Herbert H. Baldis who died March 21, 1996. Nancy was a member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Greenock and was a former volunteer for the Sonshine Soup Kitchen in McKeesport. She is survived by her daughters, Cathy Ann Baldis of McKeesport , Sharon Ann (Tim Begandy) Baldis of Port Vue and Lynn Marie (Jeff) Raschiatore of Irwin, son, Ray Charles Baldis of Greenock, grandsons, Ryan Michael (Stephanie) Baldis of Boston, and Daniel Minjock of Lawrenceville, great-grandchildren, A.J. Shriver and Lexa Baldis, nieces and nephews.

 
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Elaine (West) Shirey

February 13, 2017 |

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

Elaine (West) Shirey, 78, of North Huntingdon, peacefully went to meet her Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 11. She spent the last weeks of her life in her home surrounded by family and friends. She was born in her home on December 13, 1938 in Dayton, Pa, a loving daughter of the late Harold and Alverda (Schrecengost) West. A devoted follower of Christ, Elaine shared her God-given gifts of love and music in every area of her life. She was a member of Community United Methodist Church in Harrison City where she sang in the choir, one of the many choirs in which she sang throughout her life.
 
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Clarence D. Booth Jr.

February 13, 2017 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Clarence D. Booth Jr. of McKeesport, died Feb. 10, 2017. Born Sept. 26, 1938, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Clarence Booth and Virginia (Nelson) Booth McLaughlin and husband of 45 years to Ann (Lukondi) Booth.
Clarence was a member of the National Maritime Union and retired from Consolidation Coal Co. (Consol Energy) after 26 years as a deckhand on their towboats.

 
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"Jack" John Joseph Palombo

February 13, 2017 |

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

"Jack" John J. Palombo, 87, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017 at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville.

 
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