April 10, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
On Tuesday April 2, 2024, Robert Ruyechan, age 91 of Pittsburgh passed away. Son of the late Michael Ruyechan and Teresa (Matelan) Ruyechan. Beloved Husband of the late Clare (Blessing) Ruyechan. Bob was preceded in death by his brothers Raymond Ruyechan, Michael (the late Millie) Ruyechan, and nephew Wayne Ruyechan. He is survived by Sister-in-law Evelyn (Lazor), niece Renee Ruyechan, nephews Damian Ruyechan and Michael ( Jill ) Ruyechan, great-nephew Kadin, great Niece Chelsea Mariah Gilkey and Bob’s Beloved Significant Other Nancy Rygiel. Bob was a Korean War Veteran, serving in the Army. He was an engineer—a profession that allowed him to travel the world and live abroad—Venezuela, Poland and Mexico. To know Bob was to love Bob. He was an intelligent, honest, genuine, humorous and kind human being. Bob loved his automobiles! Having started out driving a Thunderbird in his early days, keeping the love alive by driving a Ford Mustang in his later life (his eighties!!) and most recently driving his Lincoln SUV. Bob was an expert marksman, having enjoyed being a longtime member of several gun clubs.
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April 10, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Marlene F. Kucera, of North Versailles, passed on April 9th 2024, at the age of 75. She will be greeted in loving embrace by her parents, Dorris (Mull) and Irvine Kucera, sister, Ellen M. Meacham, and brother, I. Duane Kucera who preceded her in death. She is survived by her brother-in-law, Donald Meacham, sister-in-law, Jacqueline Kucera. She was the loving aunt of Lesa (John) Toncich, Jolene Marie (Blair) Bogdan, Justin Kucera, and Alita (Chris) East.; great-aunt of Dominic Toncich, Parker Bogdan, Cooper Bogdan, Spencer Bogdan, Jacob East, and Jamisyn East.
Marlene lived in Green Valley all her life. She graduated from Westinghouse Memorial High School / East Allegheny School District in 1966, and was a member of Junior Achievement. She also attended Forbes Road East Technical School for printing. She worked for Baierl Chevrolet for 12 years. She also worked at JD Printing, WEBCO, Sir Speedy Printing, and managed RBJ Graphics. She was a member and officer of Pathfinder Credit Union / United Community Federal Credit Union. She retired in 2011.
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April 10, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Lisa M. Horvath, 65, a resident of Westmoreland Manor, formerly of North Huntingdon, died Saturday March 30, 2024. Lisa was born June 21, 1958 in Braddock, a daughter of the late George C. and Wanda (Kuhn) Horvath. She is survived by her sisters Kaya Denise Jacolev of Washington and Renee Nickolas of Texas; also nieces nephews and cousins. Private interment will be with her parents at Union Cemetery, North Huntingdon. The William Snyder Funeral Home, Irwin, is handling arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Lisa Meri Horvath please visit our Sympathy Store.
April 10, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Elaine C. (Mooney) Allen, age 79, of East McKeesport passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024. She was born February 4, 1945 in Braddock, a daughter of the late William Mooney and Irene (Curtis) Gingery. She enjoyed working in retail sales at Fashion Bug in the East Land Mall before it closed. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of over 28 years William J. Allen; daughter Michelle Lubly; brother William Mooney and James Mooney; and sister Marlene Mooney. She is survived by her niece Joann (Tim) Gusty that she was very close with and thought of as a daughter; and nieces Sharon (Jeffrey) Wiley, Coleen (Mark) Rosol and Nicole Mooney. Services are private. Interment at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park in North Huntingdon Township. Arrangements handled by the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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April 10, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Don A. Licht, age 73 of Canonsburg and formerly of West Elizabeth, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 in Townview Health and Rehabilitation Center, McMurray. Born October 28, 1950 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Carl "Cotty" and Nancy (Caulkett) Licht. Don was a veteran of the US Navy serving during the Vietnam War and worked as a Millwright for US Steel, Clairton Works. He is survived by his daughter Allison (Daniel) Licht-Brown of Presto; son Chad (Melissa) Licht of Pittsburgh; grandchildren Sabrina, Trinity, and Mia Brown and Chad and Emma Licht; sisters MaryJane Hickman and Nancy Licht-Barone; brother Carl "Randy Licht" and Richard Licht; and also nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Bill Licht.
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April 10, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ronald A. Minnich, age 67 of North Huntingdon, passed away on April 9, 2024, at his home. He was born in Wilkinsburg on April 8, 1957, a son of the late Joseph and Helen Mazur Minnich. Ron was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Irwin, and a graduate of East Allegheny High School. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a delivery driver for FedEx. Above all, Ron was a family man. He always looked forward to watching his grandchildren compete in baseball, softball, wrestling, and karate. Ron also loved to fish and attend car shows. In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his brother Stevie Minnich. He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Christine, son Ron (Natalie) Minnich, daughter Kourtney McGonigle (Brian), brothers Tim (Sue) Minnich, Michael (Carol) Minnich, sister Vicki Slepsky (Barry), and grandchildren Slater, Asher, Ava, and Anthony. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA, on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. A funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Saturday at 10 A.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Amyloidosis Foundation at www.amyloidosis.org. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 09, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Genevieve M. (Nickolay) Pavlic, age 94 of Port Vue, passed away at home on Monday, April 8, 2024. Born January 11, 1930 in Upper St. Clair, she was a daughter of the late Albert J. and Mary Ann (Orient) Nickolay. A retired salesperson at Kaufmann's Department Store in Pittsburgh, Genevieve was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Eugene's Site in Liberty Borough, the Port Vue Seniors, the CFU #3 of Versailles. In her spare time, she enjoyed collecting antiques and collectables. Her daughter will remember as the best mom in the world. Besides her parents, Genevieve was preceded in death by her husband Frank J. Pavlic; who passed away September 11, 1987, her daughter Jean Marie Pavlic; and her siblings Mary Ann Gallagher, Catherine Lakomy, and Albert, Joseph, and Bernard Nickolay. She is survived by her daughter Mary Ann Zsak of Port Vue, her sister Theresa Beggs, her sister-in-law Irene Pavlic, and also many nieces and nephews.
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April 09, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Janet Whitney Baum, age 85, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away peacefully on April 9, 2024 surrounded by family. Born Janet Frances Whitney on August 12, 1938, in McKeesport, daughter to James & Nora (Graham) Whitney. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Donald Murin, ex-Husband David Del Signore, brothers James (Velma) & Gerald (Rose) Whitney and sister Laverne (Jerry) Shaner.
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April 09, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Wilma Jean (Firczak) Fedorka, age 88, of Saegertown, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Crawford Care Center. She retired as a cashier for Marraccini Supermarket and was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. Born June 15, 1935 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late John and Catherine (Kovach) Firczak and wife of the late Paul E. Fedorka. She is survived by daughter, Paula J. (William) Cray of Morrisville, NC; son, Thomas M. Fedorka of Linesville; grandchildren, Billy Cray of Morrisville, NC, Andy (Dana Dettloff) Cray of Austin, TX, Paul Cray of Morrisville, NC, Jennifer (Justin) Januta of Celina, TX, Thomas M. (Elise) Fedorka Jr. of New Castle, Melissa Fedorka of Linesville, Michael Ferrante of Elizabeth and Julieann Ferrante of Elizabeth; great-grandchildren, Jacob Rivera and Rhona and Aurelia Fedorka; also, many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, April 12, 2024 from 1-3 and 5-7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 11:30 AM in Saints Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church (
https://joachimandannediopitt.org/st-michael-church) with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Burial will follow in Ascension Cemetery in Clairton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc (
https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-support/?form=donate) or the Alzheimer’s Association (
https://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?df_id=51079&51079.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T&utm_
source=google&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_campaign=giving_google_SL&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD8nX1rzfRoROcn1-wiPLpfyYhGjn&gclid=Cj0KCQjwn7mwBhCiARIsAGoxjaIRT2mmCrAHNfWDbsWw8W9ZG99UaUueh-uJ0YVI5r8GNnKjFsLB9lIaAsfmEALw_wcB). Please send the notification of your donation to gahotbugs@gmail.com. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 09, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Donald G. “Donnie” Yanik, age 69 of Ligonier, and formerly of Clairton passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024 at Uniontown Hospital. Born January 3, 1955 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Benedict and Ann (Hornyak) Yanik. A retired medical technician for UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh, he loved outdoors, animals, and nature. He is survived by his sister Barbara (Larry) Smith of New Martinsville, WV; brother Kenneth (Carol) Yanik of Elizabeth; niece Jennifer (Josh) Cook; great niece and nephews Ben, Nick, and Julia Cook. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, April 12, 2024 at 12:00 pm in St. Clare of Assisi Parish. Burial to follow at St. Clare Cemetery. If you are attending the mass, please meet at the church. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
April 09, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Robert J. Brown, age 29, of McKeesport, died on April 5, 2024, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital. Born September 17, 1994, in McKeesport, he was the son of Gordon Brown and Florence Kearney.
Robert found peace in the simple pleasures of life. He was often seen walking along the bike trail by the river or kayaking with friends at Ohiopyle. His love for the Penguins was unwavering, and he cherished the moment when he received signed memorabilia from his favorite player, Sidney Crosby. He was also an avid Steelers fan who never missed a game and a cherished memory of his was attending a game and waving his terrible towel.
Robert's warm smile and gentle nature touched the hearts of those around him. His friends will fondly remember the times spent cheering on their favorite team or exploring the great outdoors together. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, Robert is survived by a brother, Gary Brown; an aunt, Tanya Marsh; grandmother, Katie Kearney and his beloved cat, Calvin. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert Kearney.
Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor
A celebration of life will be planned over the summer by the water.
April 09, 2024 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Jack Arin, 94, of Pittsburgh, fell asleep in the Lord peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2024 in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born in Duquesne, January 8, 1930, he was the son of the late Anasin Arashinko and Anna Doroshenko Arashinko. Mr. Arin was a member of St. Gregory Russian Orthodox Church of Homestead, he also was a retired co-owner of the former White Oak Florist, a member of the GBU of Duquesne and the American Croation Club of Duquesne. Mr. Arin proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Beloved husband of Joan (Zill) Arin, he is also survived by a son, John Arin, two daughters, Katherine (Robert) Berk and Barbara (Randy) Cunic and four grandchildren. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by four brothers, Nicholas Arashinko, William Erosenko, Paul Arashinko, and Harry Erosenko and two sisters, Mildred White and Claudia Bondi.
Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Evgeni Peykov on Thursday April 11, 2024 at 10 A.M. in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home Inc., 828 Richford Street, Duquesne. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Memory Eternal.
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April 09, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Roland O. Curry, a longtime resident of Sharon, PA, died Friday, April 5, 2024, in the cardiac intensive care unit of UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was a young 86.
Rol ("Rawl") was born February 8, 1938, in Erie to Roland O. Curry, Sr. and Iola Mae Mang Curry. He was raised a Methodist.
After graduating in 1956 from Academy High School in Erie, he worked the day shift at General Electric in Erie while studying at GE's technical night school.
Rol served in the U.S. Air Force from 1961 to 1965 and graduated from its film school in Fort Monmouth, N.J. A math whiz, he used calculus to set coordinates for high-speed missiles, including the Minuteman, and shot films of launches at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California; Mercury, Nev., and Enewetak in the Marshall Islands. He talked of meeting and photographing President John F. Kennedy during a launch.
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April 09, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Scott Michael McGauley, age 67, passed away on April 6, 2024. He was the son of the late William and Martha (Patteson) McGauley. Scott grew up in Pitcairn and was employed by Mine Safety Appliance in Pittsburgh for over 30 years as a machine operator and printer. Scott assisted in the production of safety equipment for various industries, including safety helmets for the NFL and NASCAR, as well as medical supplies for the healthcare industry. Scott enjoyed old television shows, woodwork, trains, and travel. One of his most fond trips included a solo cross-country trip by vehicle and a vacation through Switzerland via the Glacier Express train with stops in Zermatt and St. Moritz with his friend Jed. He will be sorely missed by dear friends, Jed Tomsula, Christopher Fedor and former coworkers, Helen Hankinson and Toni Martin. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, Debra McGauley, and grandparents, Matilda Von Krug and Margaret McGauley. Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor
April 08, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Tammy B. Chonko, age 66, of Duquesne, passed away tragically, as a result of a motor vehicle accident, on Sunday, April 7, 2024. Born in McKeesport on March 8, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Ronald Bickus and late Henrietta “Etta Gail” (Wurzbacher) Sopko.
A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, she was a retired teacher from George Washington School, in the McKeesport School District. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church-Duquesne and was a devout Christian. She was a believer in the strong, full gospel of Jesus and a strong supporter and participant of the Confessing Synod prophetic ministry, which helped the Steelworkers garner benefits and has now been given credit for starting the National Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). She was also a nature lover, enjoyed knitting, camping, gardening and spending vacations by the beach.
Tammy was the beloved wife of the late Timothy M. “Tim” Chonko for 39 years. She is the mother of Julia (fiancé, Jeffrey Harris) Chonko of Mt. Washington, Jeffrey (Liz) Chonko of Seattle, WA, and Kara Sharp of Los Angeles, CA; grandmother of Gina Cisternelli, R.J. Dixon, J’Adore Jackson, and Jack Chonko; sister of Ronda Brourman of Edgewood, Greg Bickus of Chicago, late Joetta Bickus and late Andrew “Drew” Bickus; and aunt to John and Michael Sharp and many other nieces and nephews.
She spent her last day at the place she treasured most, Scottyland Campground, with her bible by her side. Her "primitive" family will remember her dearly.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 14, 2024, from 12-4 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. A Memorial Service will follow visitation on Sunday, at 4:30 p.m., at Christ Lutheran Church, Duquesne. Inurnment will be held at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies on Monday, April 15, at 10:00 a.m. Please arrive at the Cemetery by 9:45 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the East Liberty Lutheran Church “Confessing Synod Ministry,” P.O. Box 5275, Pittsburgh, PA 15206.
