April 04, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Larry Stewart Armstrong, 73, of Duquesne, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023. He was born November 24, 1949 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Arthur and Enid Marie (Stewart) Armstrong. Larry worked for over 21 years as a machinist for Westinghouse and later as a driver for numerous transportation companies. He loved baseball, especially the Pittsburgh Pirates and also enjoyed reading and learning about history. Most importantly he loved his wife, children and grandchildren and will be deeply missed. He is survived by his soul mate and wife of 53 years, Audrey F. (Yesensky) Armstrong; daughter, Shannon (Daniel) Schultz of North Huntingdon; son, Larry S. (Dawn) Armstrong, Jr. of Baltimore, MD; grandchildren, Hannah, Dane, Ethan, Dusk and Riley; a sister-in-law, Peggy Armstrong and 3 nieces. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David Armstrong. There is no visitation. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
April 04, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Marie A. Quezada, age 83, of McKeesport, passed away on April 1, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. Born December 30, 1939, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Nizinski) Deemer and the wife of the late Salvadore "Chick" Quezada for 33 years.
Marie dedicated her life to taking care of her family. In her early years, she was a nurse's aide for the Palmer House Assisted Living. Marie was a devoted Catholic; she attended church at St Peter's Roman Catholic Church most of her life and became a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. Her faith meant everything to her.
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April 03, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
Milton B. “Skip” Supak, 90, of North Versailles Twp., formerly Rankin, died Friday March 31, 2023. Beloved husband of Thelma (Lukacs) Supak for 67 years. Loving father of Mila (Al) Senic and Dianne (Jimmy) Zuccarelli. Dear grandfather of Julia (Adam) Curry, Liza (David) Bridge, Jimmy (Sydni) Zuccarelli, Tony Zuccarelli, and Jeffery Zuccarelli. Great-grandfather of Reese, Lily, James, Leonadis, Luca, and Lena. Brother of the late Florence (the late William) Sancosky and the late Carol (the late Sonny) Holleran. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and cousins.
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April 03, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Robert W. “Bob” Palm Jr., 66, of New Stanton, passed away surrounded by family on Monday, March 27, 2023. He was born September 2, 1956 in McKeesport, a son of the late Robert W. Palm Sr. and Phyllis J. (Miller) Palm. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother and sister Barry Palm and Vicky McWilliams. Bob had a career working as a truck driver and most recently drove for Firestone Enterprises, Latrobe. He was a mechanic at heart, and loved taking care of his bichon dogs. Bob is survived by his daughter Robin Palm Miller; sister Jean (Dave) Sturgess; also nieces and nephews. Those wishing can contribute in Bob's name to Westmoreland County Humane Society, 139 Humane Society Rd, Greensburg, PA 1560. Funeral services are private and are being handled by the William Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Irwin, 724.863.1200.
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April 03, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Ella Mae Jones, 81, also known as Noogie of Duquesne, was born on April 3, 1941, in Robeson County, NC. She was the beloved daughter to the late Charles and Queenella (Mclean) Hopes.
Ella graduated from McKeesport High School. She was the 2nd oldest of 7 children, whom she loved dearly. Ella loved being with family and would attend every family function just so she could be around those she loved. Ella also was known to tell it how it was, she didn’t sugarcoat anything, so if you were around her you better have tough skin and virgin ears.
Ella was a very generous individual. If she had it, you had it. Ella was crazy about her sons and grandchildren. She would make sure that she was at every sporting event, birthday parties, and graduations. Being a single mom, she knew that she had to be both mom and dad for her sons, John and Paul. She would work various jobs such as Secretarial work for the Steel Mill, Federal Government, and in her later years Hills and Ames Department Store.
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April 03, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Ann B. Morgan, age 73, of McKeesport, died at home on April 2, 2023. Born March 28, 1950, in McKees Rocks, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Catherine (Munster) Muller and wife of Patrick C. Morgan for 43 years. Ann and Patrick were always on the move and spending time outside together. They enjoyed bike rides around the neighborhood and walks in White Oak Park. On weekends they would visit Seven Springs as a retreat from the busier city life or Ligonier, filling cans with natural spring water. Every year they would also visit Kennywood Park, riding rides, eating food, and taking in the natural beauty of the flowers. Ann spent a lot of time in spring and summer tending to the flowers in her garden. She also cherished going out to dinner with Patrick, where they could share stories of the day and have a good meal. Ann is also survived by sisters, Cathy Muller and Dorothy Bittner; niece, Alaina Bittner.
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April 03, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Raymond J. Kowalski, age 84, of Port Vue, died on April 1, 2023, at Jefferson Hospital. Born September 1, 1938, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Alphonse and Anna (Korap) Kowalski and the husband of Marie (Donchinen) Kowalski.
Raymond retired as a machinist for Carbidie. He served in the United States Air Force. Raymond cherished the time he spent with his wife Marie and supporting their grandchildren's extracurricular activities.
In addition to his wife, he is also survived by children, Don (Kathleen) Kowalski, Maryann (Bob) Goldbaugh, and Donna (Lonnie) Ambrose; grandchildren, Valerie Godfrey, Bailey Wineland, and Meghan Kowalski; great-granddaughter, Kennedy Wineland; sister, Anna Mae Notaro.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by sisters Irene Seibert and Louise Cottom.
Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com. Supervisor, Charles Danforth
April 03, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rita T. Wintermoyer, 62, formerly of North Huntingdon, resided in Grafton, WV, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023. She was born March 29, 1961 in Braddock, resided in Pitcairn, a daughter of the late Harry Robert and Alice Waltz. Rita was a certified respiratory therapist and pharmaceutical representative and a former member of St. Edward Church.
Rita was a graduate of Gateway High School and West Virginia University. She enjoyed boating, crocheting and fishing. She is survived by her husband, Todd Wintermoyer; sons, William Dull and his wife, Chrissy, Andrew Dull and his wife, Christine, Ryan Wintermoyer and his wife, Morgan; sister, Roberta Waltz; brothers, Gilbert (Debby), Joseph and Raymond Waltz; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and amazing friends.
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April 02, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dorothy Ann Sotak, 93, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 31, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 12, 1930 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Charles "Chick" and Anna Mae (Bortak) Dansak. She was the wife of the late Michael Vincent Sotak who passed away February 8, 2007. Dorothy was a member of the former Holy Trinity Church in McKeesport and was the Reunion Treasurer for the McKeesport High School Class of 1947. She enjoyed Line Dancing, Ceramics, and her Slovak Heritage and Food.
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April 02, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Joanne Louise Wood, 79, of Penn, Pa., passed away April 2, 2023 at her home. She was born October 25, 1943 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Andrew and Bessie (Loughner) Schwirian. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brothers Ernest and Phillip. Prior to retirement Joanne was employed as a housekeeper at Briarcliff Pavilion. She was a member of the Full Bible Church and a graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. She is survived by her son John Wood (Jan) and daughter Michele Wolf and her husband John, grand-children Sarah, Britney, Kyle, Kayla, Emma, and Jenna and great-grandchildren Isabella, Ashley and Chaplin due in May. Brother Richard A. Schwirian (Darla) and Sister Loretta Martin (Tom).
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April 02, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Kathleen M. “Casey” (Howley) Wagner, age 77, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at home. She was a retired Phlebotomist after 20 years at UPMC Shadyside Hospital. She was also a member of St. Joachim and Ann Parish, St. Michael’s Church in Elizabeth Twp. She was very active in her church as a member of the Christian Mothers, Ladies of Charity and Rosary Makers. She was a Eucharistic minister that administered communion to shut-ins, a facilitator of the bible studies program, festival helper and volunteer for Lenten fish fries. She was a member of the North Huntingdon #3221 AARP, was an avid Bunco player, and loved to travel, but above all else, she loved her family. She enjoyed watching Pittsburgh sports, the Virginia Tech Hokies and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Born May 11, 1945 in Schenectady, NY, she was a daughter of the late William and Isabelle (Tomaszewski) Howley and wife of the late Robert Chauncey “Bob” Wagner.
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April 01, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Paul L. Finney, age 80, of Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 at Canterbury Place in Lawrenceville. He was a retired machinist at Weld Tooling Company in Canonsburg and an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing and camping. He was a former volunteer fireman in Elizabeth and Glassport, a rabid Pittsburgh sports fan, and he loved his pets. Born April 1, 1942 in Glassport, he was a son of the late John and Margaret (Markland) Finney. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Barbara J. (Henderson) Finney; three sons, Shawn (Christine) Finney of Dravosburg, Darin (Mo) Finney of Crested Butte, CO and Kevin (Amie) Finney of Mt. Vernon; six grandchildren, Cameron, Carson, Kaden, Austin, Avarie and Kenadie Finney; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Monday, April 3, 2023 from 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Ron Calabro officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
April 01, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Kathy Brecko, of Duquesne, PA., 89, passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on March 31, 2023.She was born in Braddock on July 10
, 1933, and was the daughter to the late Edward and Catherine (Medrick) Wentroble. She was the wife of the late Joseph Brecko. Kathy was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church in West Mifflin. Kathy’s greatest joy was being a mother to her children, Joseph John Jr. (Debbie), Sue (Marina Yanko), Cindy, and Lori Brecko. She loved being a grandmother to her Granddaughters Amy, Kathi and Chaya and Great Granddaughter Kelly. She was a homemaker. She also had a career as a Bell Telephone Operator, Teacher’s aide for the Duquesne School District, and served as president to the PTA of Duquesne Catholic Schools. She was preceded in death by brothers William (Maxine), George (Ann), Edward (John), Joseph (Late Josephine and Patricia Grace), and sister Mildred (Jim) Noe. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. Kathy had a sense of humor, funloving, and loved to laugh. In her youth, she loved dancing to her favorite polkas. Loved watching the Steelers. Loved going to the bingo and the casino. Never went out of the house without putting on some lipstick first. She loved to drive. She loved to cook and bake, especially cookies and pies. Special thanks to our Mom’s caregivers Lori, John, and Kayla who allowed our mom’s remaining years to live at home, on her terms. Finally to Bridges Hospice for their care and compassion of our mother in her last year of life. And extra thanks to our therapy dogs Rusty and Gracie who gave our mother much happiness and emotional support. Memorial visitation will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023, from 10-11:30 a.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, where a Blessing Service will be held at 11:30 a.m., followed by Memorial Mass of Christian Burial, at 12:00 noon, at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo, officiating. Burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin, next to her her husband.
April 01, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Janice Dobrowolski, age 77, of White Oak, died April 1, 2023. She was born in Duquesne on November 18, 1945, and is the daughter of the late Victor and Evelyn Snyder Vash. She is the wife of the late James Mamas who died in 1976 and Norbert Dobrowolski who died in 1989.
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April 01, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John A. Scalise, Jr., age 82 of Glasgow, KY, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 in Mon Valley Care Center, Monongahela. Born October 10, 1940 in Clairton, he was a son of the late John A. Scalise, Sr. and Clementina (Roy) Scalise. A 1959 graduate of Clairton High School, John received his bachelor's degree from Morehead State University and his M.Ed. from Western Kentucky University. He retired as a music teacher for the Glasgow School District and then worked until very recently for 27 years as a courier for South Central Bank. John was a member and lector at St. Helen's Roman Catholic Church in Glasgow, KY and a member of the Knights of Columbus, Glasgow. In his spare time, he was a co-director of the Glasgow Community Band, an avid sports fan -- especially his hometown teams from Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh, loved to work the sticks on Friday nights for Glasgow High School football, and really enjoyed playing with his great-niece-and-nephew Kennedy and Robert. John is survived by his sister Lucille (Gary Moore) Herndon of Clairton; his nieces and nephews Alexis (Robert) Trubiani of Donora, John (Shannon) Shar of Crafton, Donna (the late Tom) Watson of Pleasant Hills, and Gloria Costa of Jefferson Hills; and also many other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Besides his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years Jeanne (Henson) Scalise, who passed away June 6, 2010; his siblings Frank Scalise, Marie Gray, and Esther Shar; his nephew Robert J. Nystrom; and his brother-in-law Joseph Herndon.
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