October 28, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
James Richard (Jim) Minnich, 70, of Irwin, PA passed away at home on Monday, October 27, 2025. He was born on September 27, 1955, in Irwin, PA, youngest son of the late Joseph Rossman and Sylvia Marie Minnich. Jim was a dedicated, caring, loving, and compassionate husband and father. He loved his family and would sacrifice anything to make sure those he loved got whatever help he could provide, whether that be a place to sleep, help with a car, getting picked up in the middle of the night, a wakeup call in the morning, a reminder of the weather and to wear a coat, or just someone to listen. He was always there. He enjoyed listening to his record collection that he built over decades with his passion for ‘70s music, telling stories about his parents and grandparents or his time at Giant Eagle, everything related to cars, going to Ocean City for vacation, and watching classic movies and TV shows. When visiting his house, it was almost always guaranteed that there would be an episode of his favorite show “Perry Mason” on in the background. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Joseph Ronald, Charles “Bobby”, Norman “Butch”, sister Juanita “Dee”, mother-in-law Donna Marie Colbert and his late wife, and Jayson’s mother, Janice Marie Minnich. He is survived by his wife, Karen Lee Radziminski, son Jayson Richard (Gina Marie) Minnich, brother and sister-in-law Chris and Janine Bell, father-in-law Gerald Colbert, nephews CJ (Danielle), Nick, and Ethan (Laura) Bell, two sisters, Joan, and Jackie, and many others in his extended family. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 5 from 5-7 PM with a service to follow at 7 PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA 15642. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Family House, 5308 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 28, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Denili Bevron Rico McKinley, Jr., 2 months old of McKeesport passed away Thursday, October 24, 2025. He was born at Magee Hospital, August 21, 2025 and is the son of Denili B. McKinley and Elizabeth A. Gault. Though his time with us was brief, his presence filled our hearts with immeasurable love and joy. He brought light and laughter into every moment and will forever remain our beautiful blessing.
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October 28, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Alfred Janicki, age 96, of Blaine Hill, passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at home. A corporal in the Army during the Korean War, he retired after 45 years from the maintenance department at U.S. Steel Clairton Works. He was baptized and married in St. Mary Russian Orthodox Church in McKeesport. He was a member of the 1946 Blaine Hill Boys Club baseball team and played softball in his younger years for many area leagues. He was a lifetime member of the Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Department and was a fireman when he was younger. He was an avid golfer, loved the Steelers and Pirates and enjoyed gardening. Born September 2, 1929 in Elizabeth Twp., he was a son of the late Peter and Theresa (Nazaryk) Janicki and husband of the late Clara Mae (Hobaugh) Janicki. He is survived by his children, Daryl (Cathy) Janicki of Lake Fredrick, VA, Debra J. Bender of Delmont, Mark (Susan) Janicki of Lockhart, TX and Lisa Janicki of Blaine Hill; grandchildren, Eric Janicki, Jason Janicki, Nadia (Tim) Speney, Miranda (Sean) Floor, Chad (Stephanie) Bender, Rebecca (Jesse) Janicki, David Janicki and Michelle Breaux; sixteen great-grandchildren; four step great-grandchildren; his cat, Graycie; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Ann Duffy, Olga Cole, John, Stephen, Anthony, Daniel, Samuel and Paul. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, Thursday from 4-8 PM. A funeral service will be in the funeral home chapel Friday, October 31, 2025 at 10 AM with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 28, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Trudy D. Roman, 80, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025. She was born April 24, 1945, in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Fred Emery and Betty Kiser (the late James) McLaughlin. She retired from Keystone Auto/AutoPlus in Elizabeth where she worked for over 25 years as a sales clerk. Trudy was a longtime member of the Boston United Methodist Church. She was well known for her delicious pies and her candy making. Trudy loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed crossword and jigsaw puzzles, Scrabble, Pinochle and all types of board games. Trudy loved to travel whether it was by boat, train, bus or car and her regular trips to the casino. She will be greatly missed.
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October 28, 2025 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Kevin J. Kuremsky, age 71, of White Oak, died at home on October 25, 2025. Born April 4, 1954, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Alexander and Helen (Csokuly) Kuremsky and loving husband of Kathleen (Bevan) Kuremsky, with whom he shared 41 wonderful years of companionship, having been married for 17 of those years.
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October 27, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Dragica Kulezić Calvitti, 86, passed away on October 22 in her home after a short illness of cancer with her son Dino by her side and all our hearts with her.
Dragica was born to Nikola and Milica Kulezic on Jan 19, 1939, in Macvanski Prnjavor, Serbia, then Yugoslavia, a pastoral landscape near the Drina river. In her youth, she worked in a nascent office culture and enjoyed living in Belgrade. She met her future late husband Sergio while on a beach vacation and moved to Italy shortly thereafter. They may be spotted cruising the Adriatic coast in a spider convertible, Dolce Vita style. Living near Como was her favorite and a happy time. They moved to Rome where she further developed her taste and talents for making fine Italian cuisine, mainly through her in-laws. She and her family emigrated to Pittsburgh in 1981.
Dragica spent most of her career at Tillie’s restaurant and is regionally renowned as an excellent cook. She mastered two cuisines. Growing up with a farm provided the sense of quality of ingredients and complex layered flavors. She cooked for family and friends, sports teams and on request of a mayor. Her tomato sauce is not copyable, and her ravioli (Tillies) are legendary and written up in the Pittsburgh Post Gazette.
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October 27, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Robert C. Aitken, 87, of Irwin, died Monday, October 20, 2025. He was born October 12, 1938 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Peter S. and Helen P. (Markham) Aitken. He was a retired mechanic for the Port Authority of Allegheny County, an Army veteran of the National Guard, and enjoyed photography and golf. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Agnes L. (Leightley) Aitken; his son Robert C. Aitken Jr.; grandchildren Mark Wunderly and Kim Wunderly; also a great granddaughter Emily Wunderly. At Bob’s request there will be no viewing. Private interment will be in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. The William Snyder Funeral Home, Irwin, is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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October 27, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Margaret Willard, age 73, of McKeesport, died October 25, 2025, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born February 6, 1952, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Earnest Lawrence and Joanna May (Broerman) Marasco.
Margaret spent many joyful years sharing her passion for sweets at Scozio's Bakery inside Giant Eagle. She was an avid reader, immersing herself in the worlds of mystery and romance novels that her son, Bill Willard, would bring home bags full of books from the library. A connoisseur of fun, Margaret found joy in crossword puzzles, competitive games of Yahtzee, and the thrill of thrift store treasure hunting. She adored Elvis Presley and had a special fondness for animals, particularly her beloved pet cat. Her family often likened her to Rose from "The Golden Girls" for her lively spirit and ability to engage in conversations that seemed to have no end. Her greatest joy came from her family, and she relished every moment spent with her grandchildren, showering them with love.
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October 27, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Betsy Piper, 75, of Buena Vista, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 11, 1950 in McKeesport and was raised in Elizabeth Boro. She was the daughter of the late William "Bill" and Rose (Fusco) Stockdill. Betsy worked for many years at Jefferson Hospital and retired as a unit clerk in the short stay unit. She loved to do crossword puzzles and could complete a New York Times puzzle with ease, she also enjoyed completing jigsaw puzzles. She was an avid reader, who enjoyed fiction literature and was a lover of music, especially David Bowie, Steely Dan and Prince. Betsy loved to swim anywhere she could, especially her daughter, Amanda's Pool. She was the love of her husband, Bill's life and didn't suffer fools gladly. She will be greatly missed.
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October 26, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Kevin "Big Kev" Vincent Lane, 61, of Elizabeth, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was born January 12, 1964 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Donald J. and Dolores M. (Dusch) Lane. Loving husband of 35 years to Vickey L. (Sedlock) Lane. Kevin was the owner of Lane's Autobody in Versailles for 15 years, where he was very talented in making vehicles that entered his shop look great. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and also enjoyed cheering on the Pirates, Penguins and Steelers. He also enjoyed playing Texas Hold'em and lighting off fireworks with his family.
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October 26, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John Stephen Fecsko "Steve" of Sewickley Township age 70, died October 24, 2025, in the arms of his fiancé after a fierce yet brief fight with the return of renal carcinoma. Born in Quantico Virginia on December 16, 1954, he was the oldest and only boy to John and the late Helen Mayowski Fecsko. He was preceded in death by two of his siblings, Cynthia Peters in 2017 and Diane "Dee" Guerriero in 2018. Steve is survived by his sister Brenda Stone (Todd) and many nieces and nephews. Steve worked at Wholesale Distributors, US Steel and finally put down roots at BNY Mellon from where he retired early to help care for his father. He lost his wife Andrea of 18 years, suddenly in 2005. After 12 years as a widow, he met his fiancé, Tina Daniels and they had been inseparable ever since. Steve and Tina enjoyed his Harley, fishing, concerts, movies and dining out at all sorts of places, casinos, Seven Springs and the occasional get away to a music festival or traveling to Erie to see the eclipse. They lived a lifetime in the 8 years they were together. Every day was an adventure as long as he was with his "honey". He will be remembered as a gentleman and a person who opens car doors and makes an effort to remember everyone’s name. Steve was always there to lend a hand or sit with someone grieving or sick. and never missed a birthday with a card and some cash. He was generous and kind and fit right in with Tina's family, helping any way he could to make holidays and events even more special. He enjoyed every minute of it too. He will be missed by so many whose lives he touched. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4-8 PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 25, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Patricia A. “Bam” (Keleman) Desiderio, age 86, of Grandview Estates and formerly of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025. She was a former manager of Life Uniforms in Century III Mall, a member of St. John the 23
rd Parish, St. Isaac Jogues Church in Elrama and its Christian Mothers, and was a member of the Clairton American Legion Post 75 Ladies Auxiliary. She also enjoyed playing weekly bingo and loved to read. Born December 12, 1938, in Elrama, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Josephine (Vavra) Keleman and wife of the late Donald J. “Red” Desiderio, Sr. She is survived by daughters, Kelly J. (Michael) Fodella of Elizabeth Twp. and Danielle (Robert "Bub") Rossi of Clairton; grandchildren, Michael (Cait) Fodella and Jaime Fodella; step-grandchildren, Ryan and Max Rossi; special friend, Sam Pauley of Monessen; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Donald J. Desiderio, Jr. A special thank you to the management and staff of Grandview Estates for their wonderful care. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A blessing service will take place on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 10 AM in the funeral home with Rev. Edwin J. Wichman officiating. Burial will follow at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson Foundation of Western Pennsylvania, 850 Cranberry Woods Drive, Suite 2222, Cranberry, PA 16066 or the White Oak Animal Safe Haven, 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
October 25, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Theresa Henninger, age 95 of North Huntingdon and a resident of Concordia at Weatherwood, died of natural causes on Friday, October 24, 2025, in Greensburg. Pennsylvania, surrounded by friends and family. Theresa was born January 28, 1930, in Bangor, Maine, one of 11 children, a daughter of the late William Jasper Ross and Annie Ryder Ross; Theresa married Wayne Henninger, the love of her life, in 1949, moved to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and had four children. The family eventually moved to North Huntingdon, PA where Theresa became an active member of the community, and a founding member of St. Elizabeth Church serving in the Christian Mothers where she sang in the funeral choir, she was a Band Parent for the Norwin High School Band and as a Poll Worker during elections for many years. Theresa enjoyed traveling, crafting, candy-making, but mostly spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Wayne in 2009 and 9 of her siblings. She is survived by her four children, Richard (Martha) Henninger, Patricia (Gregory) Bazanos, Kathy (Mike Venuto, deceased), and David (Wendi) Henninger, Plus her 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, and her brother Earl Ross. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Tuesday from 9 AM to 10 AM. A funeral mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, North Huntingdon on Tuesday at 10 AM. Interment New St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of Flowers memorial donations can be made to an organization that provided excellent, compassionate care to Theresa during her final days: Bethlen Hospice & Home Health, 135 Kalassay Drive, Ligonier, PA 15658. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
October 25, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mary Agnes Englert, a lifelong resident of East McKeesport, PA and North Versailles, PA, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at the age of 99. She was born in East McKeesport, PA on July 5, 1926 and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Emma Abele Koelsch. She was the wife of 62 years to the late James Robert Englert, who passed away on January 17, 2013. Mary’s faith was important to her, and she was involved in her parish, Saint Robert Bellarmine (now Mary, Mother of God Parish). She was a founding member of the Christian Mothers and held many leadership positions. She was a member of the Ladies of Chairty, a Eucharist Minister, and taught CCD for many years. Mary was employed by East Allegheny School District as a secretary in the district office and high school for many years.
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October 25, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Bobby D. Sharpe, age 87 of North Huntingdon died October 24, 2025, at Transitions Health Care. He was born January 1, 1938, in Gaston, South Carolina, a son of the late W. A. and Callie Smith Sharpe. In addition to his parents Bobby was preceded in death by one brother Sam Sharpe and three sisters, Ethel Baughman, Gloria Mack and Margie Smith. Prior to retirement Bobby was employed as a Union Carpenter. He was an avid NASCAR fan and former drag racer and enjoyed trips to the casinos. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Luette Henry Sharpe and sister Barbara Watts. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Monday from 2 to 8 PM. A funeral service will take place at the First Presbyterian Church in Irwin on Tuesday at 11 AM. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. Interment will be in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park followed by a luncheon at the First Presbyterian Church, 617 Main Street, Irwin. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to the Food Pantry at the First United Presbyterian Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
