June 12, 2023 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Sally Jean Beisler, born Sally Jean Arnold, in Pittsburgh August 14, 1945, daughter of the late Rexford and Sue Arnold, died May 24, 2023 at her home in Heathrow, near Orlando, FL, after a long battle with breast cancer. Her husband Joseph was by her side. She donated her body to science, to help find a cure for this disease. Raised in Pittsburgh, Sally graduated from Westinghouse High School, then graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor's degree in Math and Engineering, and later, in 1978, an MBA. She is the mother of two children, Susan Franciscus and Michael Mangan, and helped raise the four children of her husband; James, Michael, Karl and daughter Vandy Lucko. Together, they have eight grandchildren. She started her career at Westinghouse Nuclear Energy division. Later, when she moved to Parkersburg, WV, she worked for Borg Warner in its plastics and chemical division. She moved back to Pittsburgh in 1978 and worked for Mobay Corporation, later named Bayer, and quickly rose to the position of Director of Purchasing. She retired in 1997, and moved to Florida with her husband. She became an active member of The Heathrow Women's Club, raising considerable money for many charities, and making many good friends. Sally loved to snow ski in Colorado, water ski in the Allegheny River, and travel the world, especially to Thailand and Europe. She was an amazing woman, admired by all who knew her. She will be greatly missed.
June 12, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Nadine Habura Plummer, age 91, peacefully passed into the presence of her Lord and Savior on May 7, 2023 at her home in Knoxville, TN with her daughter at her side. She was a member of Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church in Knoxville. Nadine was born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 16, 1932 and grew up in the Forest Hills area. She graduated from Shadyside School of Nursing and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Pittsburgh. Her compassionate and caring nature lent itself well to a nursing career as clinical instructor in various Pittsburgh hospitals and later as Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility. On August 12, 1961 Nadine married Robert Lee “Bob” Plummer. They raised two children, Chris and Tom, and together built a life of service to the church and community, serving many organizations in the Pittsburgh area. Nadine’s faith and strength were evident as she and Bob survived Tom‘s death at the age of 22, eventually encouraging other parents who had lost children through The Compassionate Friends. Nadine delighted in cooking and baking, not only serving gourmet meals for family and friends and frequently providing meals for those in need, but also volunteering in the kitchen at Meals on Wheels for 18 years and at the Greensburg, PA Christ’s Church salad bar where she had been a member. Nadine and Bob loved to travel and enjoyed many cruises all over the world with dear friends. Following Bob’s death in 2013 Nadine relocated to Knoxville in 2018 to be close to Chris and her family. Although 86 at the time, she quickly made many friends because of the extraordinary person she was. Nadine was one of a kind, someone who put others before herself. She had a strong work ethic and was always the first to help out. She was genuine, patient, and always kind to everyone, holding her friends in high regard. Her faith in Jesus was an inspiration to many. She loved to follow sports and play board games and was a skillful conversationalist, always up on the latest news. Her greatest joy was spending time with family. She was dear “Aunt Dean” to her two nieces and precious “Nana” to her beloved grandchildren, Elise and Cole, keeping them well stocked with cookies and hugs. Nadine was preceded in death by her parents, Morris and Amelia (Malacky) Habura, sister, Beverly Habura, loving husband, Robert Plummer and son, Thomas Plummer. She is survived by her daughter, Christin McDaniel (husband, Lee) of Knoxville, two grandchildren, Elise McDaniel and Cole McDaniel, and two nieces and their families. Friends will be received from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Celebration of Life will follow at 11 a.m., the Rev. Gretchen Peske officiating. Interment will be private in Irwin Union Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Christ’s Church, 145 N. Main St., Greensburg, PA 15601. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 12, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Daniel Gene Wilson, 73, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023 at Canterbury Place, Pittsburgh. He was born November 24, 1949 in Howell, MI, a son of the late Rex and Nina (Wainright) Wilson. Prior to his retirement, Dan was an insurance sales representative for Pennsylvania Farmers Insurance Co. and worked part time for Shorkey's Auto Parts. He was a veteran of the US Army during the Vietnam War and enjoyed golfing, bowling and playing softball. He is survived by his wife, Patricia (DeSantis) Wilson; sons, Christopher Wilson, Brandson Wilson and his wife, Jennifer; daughter, Dr. Jessica Culbterson and her husband, William, Danielle Fitzpatrick and her fiance, Eric; grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Jaylyn, Payton, Collin, Brynn, Madison, Jacob, Audrey and Olive. There will be no visitation. Private interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Pittsburgh. Memorials may be made to UPMC Family Hospice, 20 Sheraton Drive, Altoona, PA 16601 or https://tiny.cc/FHmemorial. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176, Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 12, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Lance Eric Olsen, 52, of Hutchinson, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2023 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born July 7, 1970 in Pittsburgh, son of Bonita (Popovich) Olsen and the late Edward J. Olsen. Eric was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '88 and earned a degree from the Johnson & Wells University Culinary Arts Institute, Rhode Island. He was a chef for Golden Corral, Applebee's, Rocco's Inn, Ponderosa and Fishtales in Kentucky and enjoyed cooking and fishing. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his brothers, Edward J. (Kristin) Olsen and John A. Olsen (Lori Moffat Sinchar); nephews, John Todd, Tyler Casey, Garrett; nieces, Rebekah Alleen and Andrea; great nephews, Cayden and Trevor. There will be no visitation. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Donations may be made to the Olsen Family, 210 Verdant Street, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642 or online at www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
June 11, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Ronald William Farabaugh, age 61, of Port Vue, formerly of Mt. Oliver, died on Thursday, June 8, 2023. He was born in Pittsburgh on August 2, 1961 and is the son of the late John Patrick, Sr. and Jeanne C. Markunas Farabaugh.
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June 11, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
June Marian Plopi, age 94, of Greensburg, formerly of McKeesport, died on Friday, June 9, 2023. She was born in McKeesport on April 3, 1929 and is the daughter of the late Michael and Mary Katrinsak Perhaes and the wife of the late Walter Plopi, Sr.
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June 11, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
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June 11, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jeremy A. Belliconish, 43, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, June 9, 2023. He was born April 19, 1980 in McKeesport and was the son of Renee (Beluscak) and Mac Petty of White Oak. Jeremy was a 1998 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and was a Plumbing Associate at the Home Depot in West Mifflin. He was also a Day Trader dabbling in the Stock Market. He loved working out, fishing, biking on bike trails and time with family. He enjoyed picnics, fires, and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Hockey fan.
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June 11, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Sophie E. Vargo, 95, of Duquesne, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 1, 2023. The daughter of the late George and Alice (Klipa) Evkovich, she was born on July 15, 1927 in Yukon, PA. She was predeceased by her brother, Mike Evkovich and sister, Mildred Dubich.
For years, Sophie held the longest record of employment in the City of Duquesne working 52 years as a sales clerk for Sally Fashions.
She served as a Sunday school teacher for over 70 years at her beloved St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church in Monroeville. “Teta Sophie” - as she was known by hundreds of children - always had her kids with her on Sundays and taught them that “We don’t run from God, we run to God.” Sophie loved her church family. Sophie was a founding member and pillar of St. Nicholas Church fundraising tirelessly in order for the church to be built in 1970. She organized the ‘Od Srce’ Committee to benefit those in need in her church and community. She also volunteered her time in fundraising and working for Shadeland Camp. Sophie deeply appreciated all those who supported these organizations and her work for them.
Her unflagging service to the church and those in need brought her many honors and events that recognized her extraordinary impact. She was presented with an Episcopal Grammata - a Certificate of Faithfulness and Dedication to the Eastern Orthodox American and Canadian Diocese. In 1981, she was the recipient of The Post Gazette Citizen of the Year Award, and she was the first recipient of the Pennsylvania Governor’s Heritage Commission Award. She also received recognition from the Commissioners of Allegheny County and the City of Duquesne for her volunteer service for the American Cancer Society, Children’s Hospital, Harmarville Rehabilitation Center, various nursing homes in the area, Family House and The Tamburitzans.
Sophie was known for her sharp mind and quick wit. She rarely missed a detail and loved nothing more than to enjoy a good laugh with people, often telling stories to cheer up those who were hurting. In recent years, Sophie was helped by many who enabled her to live at home until the last several weeks of her life. On behalf of Sophie, her niece Elizabeth (Evkovich) Riddlesberger would like to thank the following - Dee Dee Baskot, Donna Vranasevic, Tom and Denise Englert and family, Birdie Fix, Carla Williamson and family, Danielle Smith and family, Janet Pribanic and family, Pat Kolar, Mary Ann Rome, Jaime Codispoti, Melissa Kochka, Mary Ann Tomich, Sava Saula, Martha Medich, Chuck and Claudia Lewicki, Bernie Cornelli and family, Mark Novakovich and family, Vic Pilipovich, and the Markoff, Klipa, Karas, Visnic, and Jovanovich families. Your thoughtfulness and loving care meant the world to us both. May God return such kindness to you. Od Srce.
There will be no visitation. Interment will be private in Grandview Cemetery, Export, PA. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 09, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Cecelia (Kasmerski) Apple, age 95, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Grandview Estates. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. Born November 5, 1927 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Helen (Noviski) Kasmerski. She is survived by her husband of 75 years, George P. "Perry" Apple; daughter, Karen Henrich of South Park; sons, Dennis (Ginnie) Apple of Erie and Richard (Carol) Apple of Boalsburg; grandchildren, Lori, Jill, Scott and Jeffrey; five great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. Private Blessing with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating took place in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Burial followed in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
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June 08, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Charles W. Pratt, Sr. age 83, of McKeesport, died at home on June 7, 2023. Born May 11, 1940, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late George and Elizabeth (Downes) Pratt-Delehanty and the loving husband of Marsha (Haberjak) Pratt for 38 years.
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June 08, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Rose Martinchek, age 102, of Newport News, VA, formerly of Monaca, passed away on June 6, 2023, in Mary Immaculate Hospital, Newport News, VA. Born on February 17, 1921 in Aliquippa, PA, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Stella (Cika) Dabrozalovich. She was a former member of Redeemer Trinity Lutheran Church in Monaca and a current member of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Yorktown, VA. She enjoyed arts and crafts, including knitting, crocheting and Christmas tree ornaments. She was the wife of the late John Martinchek; mother of Lynne (Thomas) Auth of Newport News, VA; grandmother of T.J. (Diane) Auth, Matthew (Jennifer) Auth, and Stephen (Lauren) Auth; aunt of Paul Martinchek and his son Justin of Pittsburgh and late Jean Martincheck (both of whom she raised); and sister of the late John Dabb, late Michael Dabb, late Ann Zarnich and late Dorothy Vucenich. She is also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 15, 2023, from 10:30 until the time of service at 11:00 a.m., at Redeemer Trinity Lutheran Church, Monaca, with Pastor Angela Smith, officiating. Entombment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery Mausoleum, Aliquippa. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, DUQUESNE, PA, 412-466-3300.
June 07, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Sylvan William Lang, age 79, of White Oak, died on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. He was born in McKeesport on October 12, 1943 and is the son of the late Arthur and Jennie Jacobs Lang. He received his master’s degree in education and taught middle school math and science for McKeesport Area School District until his retirement. He was a member of various organizations including the White Oak Lions Club, where he served as past district governor, McKeesport Sportsmen’s Association, McKeesport Railroad Club, Two Rivers Radio Club, Masonic Lodge 375 in McKeesport, Tall Cedars of Lebanon International, and Shriners International. He was also a proud member of Gemilas Chesed Synagogue in White Oak.
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June 07, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Jeremy George Cifra of Greensburg, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at home. He was born March 23, 1982 in Greensburg a son of George Cifra and Marlene (Fallat) Cifra. Jeremy was a graduate of Hempfleld Sr. High School and worked for Pizza Siena. He was a very handsome, smart and charismatic man who loved fishing and canoeing. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jamie Cifra. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving brother, Trevor Cifra. Jeremy will truly be missed by his mother and father. There will be no visitation. Jeremy would want you to remember him ALIVE. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 07, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Monica M. Vaught, age 59 of Bethel Park and formerly of Kennedy Township, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Canterbury Place in Pittsburgh. Born November 11, 1963 in Homestead, she was a daughter of the late Francis and Agnes (Mrazik) Lucas. Monica worked as a registered nurse for the former St. Frances Hospital in Pittsburgh and was a strong supporter of ASPCA. She is survived by her of fiancé of 11 years Jeff Deal of Bethel Park; daughter Chloe (Chase) Vaught-Burnfin of Leesburg, GA; sister Nancy (the late Paul) Samko of Moon Township; nieces Amanda, Brettholle and Melanie Samko; step-children Bryan and Bruce Deal; first husband Gary Vaught; and “her besties” Scooby and Emme. In addition to her parents and brother-in-law, she was preceded in death by her brother Frank Lucas.
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