James A. Rebosky Jr.
November 10, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
E. Patricia Leonard
November 09, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
E. Patricia Leonard, age 87, of Elizabeth Twp., PA, formerly of McKeesport, PA, passed peacefully at UPMC East Hospital on Friday, November 8, 2024. She was born in McKeesport, PA on November 12, 1936 and was the daughter of the late Paul and Mary Ruscin Liberatore. She retired after twenty-four years as a Special Ed Teacher’s Aide from McKeesport Area School District. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Corpus Christi Church and was devoted to her Catholic faith. She was also a member of the Italian Sons and Daughters of America Lodge #57. She was passionate about her family, enjoyed cooking and baking especially around the holiday season, and loved to entertain. She was a woman of style who was always ready for a day of shopping and she loved her trips to the casino where she was a frequent donator.
Peter J. "Pepper Pete" Janusek
November 08, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Pete is the beloved husband of Cheryl (Capalbo) Janusek for 54 years; father of Mark (Beth) Janusek of Bethel Park and Carol (fiancé Martin West) Hanlin of Duquesne; grandfather of Katrina Janusek, twins Megan and Brandon Janusek and Lucas Zelasko; brother of Diane Harlacher of West Mifflin and Patrick (Becky) Monroe of Pleasant Hills. He is also survived by aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2025 from 4-8 p.m. and Monday, November 11, 2024 from 2-8 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 Blessing Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Church, Duquesne, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Thomas Dansak, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin, with Military Honors.
Rose Marie Kushner Palocsko
November 08, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rose Marie Kushner Palocsko, age 93 of North Huntingdon, passed away on November 7, 2024. She was born on September 6, 1931 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Stephen Beskid and Ann Liptak Beskid. Rose Marie was a graduate of McKeesport High School's Class of 1949. She was a Charter Member at St. Agnes Church where she belonged to the Christian Mothers Club. She was also a volunteer with the St. Vincent De Paul Society. Rose Marie belonged to the Circleville Firehall Ladies Auxiliary and was the first Registrar for the Norwin Soccer Club. She served as a costume seamstress for the Norwin Theater Company. Rose Marie cherished her role as a homemaker, and enjoyed sewing, baking, and spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Rose Marie was preceded in death by her first husband Edward Kushner, and her second husband Edward Palocsko. She is survived by two sons, Andrew Kushner (Janeen), and Edward Kushner (Patricia), one daughter, Barbara Komondor (Michael), one brother, Frank Beskid (Judy), one sister, Nancy Priselac, grandchildren Sean Kushner, Claudia Ohrman (Joshua), Ralph Hensell, Rachael Ekberk, and Michael Hensell, and one great-grandson, Joshua Jr. Friends will be received at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 4 PM to 8 PM and Monday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Agnes Church on Tuesday at 10 AM with interment to follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Irwin. www.shirleyfuneralhome.comBetty L. Stear
November 08, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Betty L. Stear, age 88, of Clayton, NC, formerly of McKeesport, died November 5, 2024, at SECU Hospice House. Born March 15, 1936, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late William and Evelyn (Milligan) Little.
Charles J. "CJ" Gretz
November 08, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Charles J. "CJ" Gretz, 56, of Glassport passed away November 2, 2024 at Kane Regional Center in McKeesport after a battle with cancer. He was the son of the late Charles Gretz and Josephine (Gremaki) Gretz.
He was employed at Winzek's Catering in Glassport for many years. He enjoyed watching the Steelers and drinking his Natural Light, and also enjoyed watching older TV reruns and movies. He loved listening to Casey Kasem's American Top 40's (3WS) on Sundays.
Rev. Dr. Lowell J. Meek
November 07, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Rev. Dr. Lowell Jackson Meek, 75, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2024 surrounded by his adoring family after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease and dementia. In addition to his loving and devoted wife Leah (Dattilo) Meek, Lowell’s life is honored and celebrated by his eight children – Emily (Keith) Hasek, Stella (Michael) Isbir, Amanda (Travis) Meek-Herzing, Jared (Anna) Meek, Kathryn (Derek) Martin, Rachel (Michael) Beckstrom, Samuel and Paulina. He is grandpa to 14 grandchildren – Hannah, Noah, Johnathan, Moriah, Isabella, Christopher, Michael, Alayna, Talitha, Emma, Sarah, Boaz, Mabel, and Nicodemus. He is also survived by his brothers, Richard, David and Alan, and sisters, Carol Ann and Barbara, as well many dear extended family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Dorothy Meek and daughter, Erin Marie. Lowell was born on September 6, 1949 in Lorain, Ohio, where he lived until his family moved to Mt. Lebanon before his sophomore year of high school. He entered the University of Pittsburgh, where he pursued a pre-med course of study. During his first year at Pitt, he gave himself to the Lordship of Christ through the ministry of Young Life. Lowell continued to be nurtured through the Fellowship of Christian Athletes while participating on Pitt’s Gymnastics Team and twice won the Eastern Intercollegiate Championship in floor exercise. He even had the opportunity to appear on Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood as a Royal Tumbler. It was at Pitt that he met his wife of 52 years, Leah. After graduating from Pitt in 1971 with a degree in chemistry, Lowell entered Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Massachusetts, though he kept active in gymnastics by coaching youth teams. He also volunteered with Young Life, co-founding clubs in Westwood and Ipswich, Mass., that grew rapidly under his care. Lowell earned his Master of Divinity degree in 1974. After seminary, Lowell served with the Coalition for Christian Outreach on the campus of Geneva College in Beaver Falls. During this time, Lowell was ordained to the ministry in 1976. In 1980, Lowell moved from the Geneva campus to the campus of Waynesburg College, where he served as the director of the Christian Education Degree Program. In 1983, Lowell served as an interim minister at Windy Gap Presbyterian Church in West Finley. The following year he was called as an associate pastor to the First Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh, where he served for 10 years. During this time, he completed his Doctor of Ministry degree from Fuller Seminary in California and later served on both the board of directors for Presbyterians Pro-Life and the Evangelical and Congregation Development Unit of Pittsburgh Presbytery. In 1994, he took a new call to be the head pastor of Round Hill Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth, where he served for 18 years. During his years there, he also served on Elizabeth-Forward District Board of School Directors (2001-2005) as the Chair of Finance and Board President. Upon leaving Round Hill, he served as an interim pastor at two churches until he retired. Lowell lived an epic life full of adventure. He was a man of great faith who loved deeply and lived to serve the Lord. He will be missed dearly. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Monday, November 11, 2024 from 2-8 PM. Friends will also be received on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 from 10:00-10:45 AM at the Mt. Lebanon Evangelical Presbyterian Church followed by a funeral service at 11AM with the Rev. Carolyn Poteet officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Burial will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
Robin Ann Stuart
November 07, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Robin Ann Stuart, age 62 of Elizabeth, formerly of West Mifflin died November 5, 2024 at Magee Women's Hospital. Born August 3, 1962 in Homestead, she was the daughter of the late Robert Stuart, Sr. and Evelyn (King) Stuart Brown.
Edward R. Brush
November 07, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Edward R. Brush, age 79, of McKeesport, died on November 5, 2024, at home. Born August 18, 1945, in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Edward D. and Mary (Dyakon) Brush and husband of Pat (Kehoe) Brush for 52 years. Edward was a loving husband to his wife, Pat, and together, they shared a passion for family activities, especially sports events involving their children and grandchildren. One of Edward's most cherished traditions was the "Mystery Mondays" he organized for his grandkids, where he would plan surprise adventures for them to enjoy. Edward found joy in these moments of togetherness and laughter. Traveling with his beloved wife was another highlight of Edward's life. They particularly loved embarking on cruises, exploring new destinations hand in hand, creating lasting memories filled with love and shared adventures. Ed worked as an accountant for Consol Energy for over 40 years. He was a member of the Mary, Mother of God Parish, and former Knight of Columbus.
David J. Rickard
November 07, 2024 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Ronald M. Kurta
November 06, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Ron and his wife Debra (Pugh) Kurta have been together for 46 years. He is the father of Michael (Ashley) Kurta of Duquesne, Jonathon Kurta of North Versailles, and Rebecca Kurta (Ronald) of Port Vue; grandfather of Nicholas Kurta, Keegan (Nick) Kurta, Bentley Kurta, Declan Spell, Liam Kurta, Austin Kurta, Eli Kurta, Richard Jasek, Robbie Jasek, Riley Jasek, and Raelyn Jasek; brother of Mark Kurta of Wikins Twp,., Shawn (Melina) Pruszko of West Mifflin, Kevin (Sue) Kurta of West Mifflin and the late John Kurta (wife, Roberta survives) of Monroeville.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 12-6 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, followed by a Funeral Service, at 6:00 p.m., with Samuel McCullough, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation.
Thomas G. Banks
November 06, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Thomas G. Banks, age 71 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024 in St. Clair Hospital in Mt. Lebanon. Born February 22, 1953 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late William Banks and Marjorie Ann (Fairbaugh) Banks Sopko. A retired store manager with the LCB/Fine Wine and Spirits stores, Thomas was also a wine aficionado and specialist holding wine appreciation events at the store. He loved to play golf, attend the summer concert series at Renzie Park, was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, and was a longtime member of the Knights of Equity. He also loved his trips to Virginia Beach and visits to family and always made time for his daughters. They will remember him as a man who found contentment in life's simple moments and took joy in making others laugh and smile. He is survived by his daughters Katie (Seth Scott) Banks of Pittsburgh and Colleen (Jacob Lowden) Banks of Akron OH, their mother and his friend Susan Kuhns, his beloved partner Kathleen Buksar of Elizabeth Twp., his sister Barbara Zapf of Newport News, VA, his brother Lawrence Banks of North Versailles, and also nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother William E. Banks and his sister Geraldine Filson.
Victoria Ann Ondrovic Schmidt
November 06, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Victoria Ann Ondrovic Schmidt, 73, of White Oak, died Saturday, November 2, 2024, at her residence. Born August 25, 1951, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Frank J. and Ann (Doric) Ondrovic.
William Christopher Faust
November 05, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
William Christopher Faust, age 57 of McKeesport died November 2, 2024 at McKeesport Hospital due to a brief illness. Born November 26, 1966 in Columbia, South Carolina, he was the son of Carole Ann (Nemchick) Grueso and the late William Faust.
William worked for over 12 years as a door greeter and host at Walmart of North Versailles. He had a deep love for all animals, especially his two cats, Sammy and Cinnamon. Bill leaves behind his two cats, Sammy and Cinnamon. Bill enjoyed listening to music, riding his motorcycle and participating in several charity Bike Runs through the years.
William Raymond Pack
November 05, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
William Raymond Pack, age 80, of McKeesport died November 1, 2024 at Home. Born February 24, 1944 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Samuel Sr. and Anna Mae (Roebuck) Pack, and the husband of over 60 years to Janice (Meyer) Pack.
William served in the United States Air Force and was the former owner of a cleaning business. He enjoyed watching the Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins, and absolutely loved his greyhounds, including his baby girl, Ariel.
