December 04, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Patricia "Patti" Dobos, 74, of McKeesport passed away Monday, December 4, 2023. She was born in McKeesport on January 10, 1949 and was the daughter of the late Chester and Patricia (Shank) Ornowski. Patti worked many years as a Data Entry Clerk for G.C Murphy, and the McKeesport Candy Company before retiring. She was a long time member of St. Mary's Polish Church prior to the merge that created Mary, Mother of God Parish; and also a member of the Polish National Alliance Lodge #352. She loved her trips to the casino too.
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December 04, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Sara J. Cross, 96 of North Huntingdon died December 3, 2023. Services will be private. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
December 04, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Thelma A. "Gaga" Mehaffey, age 93, of McKeesport, died at home on December 1, 2023. Born December 31, 1929, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Frieda (Dannenhauer) McCall.
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December 04, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Larry J. Delverne, age 64, of North Huntingdon died December 2, 2023 at his home. He was born November 25, 1959 in Long Island, New York a son of the late Lawrence and Elizabeth Delverne. Prior to his retirement, he was the owner of Subs & More and Belly Busters in Lower Burrell. He loved to gamble, collect vintage cars, and share old stories. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Vinnie, Michael and Clay "Winkie". He is survived by his wife Amy Smith Delverne, daughters, Georgina Grempel and Cora Coles (Robert), sons, Larry Delverne (Hailey), Josh Klingensmith, Shane Klingensmith, and Ryan Klingensmith, 9 grandchildren and a sister, Donna Delverne. There will be no visitation, Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com . Memorials may be made to the family through www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 03, 2023 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
David W. Gregg, Sr., 51, of Glassport died Dec. 2, 2023. He is the son of the late Lowell and Carol (Gardner) Gregg. He is survived by his wife Heather (Ero) Gregg; daughter Olivia Gregg; son David Gregg, Jr.; sisters Doris (Anthony) Haywood and Tammy (Daniel) List; brother Brian (Jennifer) Gregg; also a niece, nephews, great niece and great nephews. David was a member of Dravosburg Fire Dept. and former member of Glassport Fire Dept. Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Wed. from 4 to 7. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.
December 02, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
We are saddened to announce Rev. Thomas A. Wagner, a beloved Catholic priest, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023, at the age of 66. Fr. Wagner passed away surrounded by loved ones. He was born on September 5, 1957, of Allison Park, son of the late Arthur G. and Lois “Dolly” (Hertweck) Wagner. He is survived by his sister, Diane (Steve) Burke; brothers, William (Kathy) Wagner, Gary (Kim) Wagner, Kurt (Elaine) Wagner; and many loving nieces and nephews. He attended St. Mary’s Glenshaw where he was first called by God to priesthood. He graduated from Hampton High School in 1975, Duquesne University in 1979, and completed his seminary at St. Vincent. On June 25, 1983, he was ordained a Catholic Priest at St. Paul Cathedral. Fr. Wagner was a faithful servant of God and a beloved member of the Catholic community. He served various assignments throughout his priesthood, most recently as pastor to St. Michael’s, Queen of the Rosary, St. Eugene ministering to the people of God until his illness. He will be missed by many. Fr. Wagner's family, friends and fellow Clergy will gather to pay their respects at Saint Joachim and Anne Parish, Saint Michael’s Church, 101 McLay Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037 on Wednesday, December 6
th from 2 PM until the time of Mass of Translation at 7 PM with Bishop Mark Eckman presiding. A second viewing will take place on Thursday, December 7
th, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Saint Mary of the Assumption Church, 2510 Middle Road, Glenshaw, PA 15116 from 12 PM until Mass of Christian Burial at 2 PM with Bishop David Zubik presiding. Burial will follow in Assumption Cemetery of Saint Mary in Glenshaw. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to your home parish for their needs or to The Mary of Nazareth Catholic School. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord. May Your perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.
December 02, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Saveria “Vera” Barone, 88, of North Versailles, died Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. Vera was a deeply loved Mom, Nonna, Carmen’s Vera (Sweetie Pie), and a friend and relative to many. She lived to care for her family and expressed her love with her passion for cooking and a “no-one goes hungry” attitude, even for visitors just stopping by. Vera would religiously host large family dinners for her family every Sunday, which she faithfully continued well into her 80’s. Her biscotti were a staple and requested for every family or friend’s function. She was born July 17, 1935, in Benevento, Italy, a daughter of the late Eustacchio and Maria Gigante. Vera was a member of Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Robert Bellarmine Church, East McKeesport. When she was able, Vera volunteered for various church functions and always the church fair where she was known for creating her tasty pizza fritta (fried dough) annually. In addition to raising her family, she assisted her late husband, Carmen, operating the family concrete business and was also an exceptional seamstress. She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Carmen Barone, in 1997. She was the matriarch of a growing family, the loving mother of her children: Anthony (Tina) Barone of Monroeville, Joseph (Helen) Barone of North Versailles, Mary Jane (Robert) Petrilli of Monroeville, Carmen (Marcie) Barone Jr. of North Versailles, and Michael (Tara) Barone of North Huntingdon; a loved and cherished Nonna to her grandchildren: Marissa (Cody) Calhoun, Nicholas (Lauren) Barone, Anthony (fiancé Cindy) Barone, Annamarie Barone, Angela Barone, Alexandra (Aaron) Cherok, Christina (Greg) Iversen, Gina Petrilli, Carmen (Samantha) Barone, Vincent (Taylor) Barone, Joseph Barone, Victoria Barone, and Michael Barone; great grandchildren: Gianna, Aubrey, Giovanni, Colton, Eliott, William, Carmen, and Ryleigh; loving sister of Augusto Gigante and Anna D’Ambrosio both living in Italy; also nieces and nephews.
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December 01, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Florian Mercea, age 92, of McKeesport, died November 28, 2023, at home. Born October 28, 1931, in Sarand-Bihor, Romania, he was the son of the late Pavel and Ana Mercea and the husband of Eileen (Biddle) Brady Mercea.
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December 01, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Daniel “Danny” Lazar Jr., age 45, of Elizabeth, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023. He was a bricklayer for 20 years for Hillcrest Builders and was a member First Presbyterian Church of Elizabeth. He loved the Pittsburgh Steelers. Born September 3, 1978 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Daniel Lazar of West Newton and Debra (Oates) Kadar of Elizabeth. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his children, Daniel
III, Danika, Zander and Nyiah; sister, Timi (James) McEndree of Elizabeth; brother, Christopher Lazar of Clairton; maternal grandfather, Frank Oates of Elizabeth; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, December 4, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Benjamin Schneider officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 01, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ernest H. Raymer, 40, of Irwin, passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2023. He was born September 29, 1983 in Pittsburgh and is the son of Ernest J. Raymer of Port Vue and Deborah A. Mattie of Glassport. Ernest was a chef at Olives and Peppers restaurant in Trafford and he had previously worked as a chef at Luciano's restaurant.
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December 01, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mayra Leonor Luna, 69, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, November 30, 2023 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. She was born September 28, 1954 in Guatemala City, Guatamala, daughter of the late Tomas and Maria Leonor (Avila) Aquino. Mayra was a teacher for Seton Hill Day Care and a real estate agent for ERA Real Estate. She was a member of St. Agnes Parish and enjoyed knitting and was a history buff of WWII. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Alvaro Luna; sons, Alvaro E. (Edna), Dr. Esteban, (Kim); daughter, Vivian Winham (Darren); brother, Edgar Tomas Aquino; sister, Ana Lilia Luna (Alejandro); grandchildren, Jasmine Margarita and Catalina Margarita Winham, Alvaro Valentino, Mia Isabella and Lucia Olivia. There will be no visitation. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Donations may be made to the family thru the funeral home website. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 01, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Frances Joyce Hochard, 96, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, December 1, 2023 at Redstone Highlands, Greensburg. She was born February 13, 1927 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Walter J. and Henrietta (Woolley) Wearer. Prior to her retirement, Joyce was a secretary for the Norwin School District Administration. She was a world traveler, enjoyed interior design, taking home and garden tours and was the first resident to move into Redstone Highlands, North Huntingdon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert H. Hochard. She is survived by her daughter, Jacqueline Joyce Hochard-Irwin. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to the R.N.H. Activities Fund, Redstone Highlands,
12921 Redstone Drive, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 30, 2023 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Lawrence D. Dworek Sr., AKA, Paps, 100, of Margate, FL, formerly of Liberty Borough, passed away peacefully Nov. 27, 2023. He is the son of the late Joseph and Mary Dworek and beloved husband of the late Helen Dworek. He is survived by his son Lawrence Dworek, Jr.; granddaughters Natalie Blotzer, and Noreen Schacht; grandson in law, Naz Lothan; great grandchildren Ashley, Alexia, Nicolas, Justin, and Emalee; great-great grandson Samuel; brother Fred Dworek; sister Donna Mularski; as well as lots of nieces and nephews, cousins, and extended family. He was preceded in death by his daughter Sharon Blotzer and granddaughter Nicole Magnus. Lawrence was retired from Copperweld, was a member of St. Joachim & Anne Parish, and served in the US Army.
Lawrence had a long, beautiful life surrounded by family and friends. He was loved and cherished by his family and friends. He had a zest for life and loved to go out for car rides to the beach, and play bingo. He enjoyed having family and friends over. He was the sweetest man ever and will be missed immensely.
Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Mon. from 11 to 2 pm, at which time a funeral mass will be held at St. Mark’s Church in Liberty Borough. Interment will take place Tues. at 10:00 am at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in Bridgeville with full military honors.
November 29, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Alvin G. West, 49, of West Mifflin, died Sunday November 26, 2023. He was born March 14, 1974 in McKeesport, the son of Alvin J. West of West Mifflin and the late LuAnn (Davis) West.
Al was a lover of life! He especially shared a love of helping animals with his partner in crime, Stephanie. He often gave to a local animal shelter called FurAllKittys. In lieu of flowers, please consider continuing his legacy by donating to them today! Furallkittys.org
Alvin was an extraordinary trivia novice, often beating the best Jeopardy contestants to the question. So good, that his father-in-law often accused Al of cheating. He also enjoyed playing strategy games with his best friends. A night out often included trivia nights around the Burg.
Al had such a bright sense of humor, always with a smirk on his face. Everyone loved Al and Al loved everyone. He was such a kind gentleman, always a person to lend a hand, give a one-up to someone in need or to make sure everyone at dinner was fed.
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November 29, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Joyce A. Wagner, 87, of North Versailles, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 26, 2023. She was born September 9, 1936 in Lewistown PA, a daughter of the late J. Clyde and Grace E. (Fisher) Randolph. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Donald B. Wagner and sons Randy and Rick Wagner, a granddaughter Zoe Williams; siblings Shirley Baker, David Randolph, and Glenda Harbst.
As a mother of 11 children Joyce’s entire life was dedicated to her family, spending time with them and selflessly taking care of others. She enjoyed making puzzles, rooting for her hometown sports teams and yard sales. Faith guided her throughout her life. Her children lovingly refered to her as an “Angel on Earth”.
She is survived by her children Robin (Tom) Vetter, Richelle Kasardo, Roger Wagner, Rita Ptaszkiewicz (John Price), Ralene (Kevin) Nesky, Ryan (Cheri) Wagner, Ranessa (James) Sudy, Rolinda (Patrick) Pawlak, and Rosanne (Rodd) Williams; and daughter-in-law Janelle Wagner; 26 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren and “one on the way”; brothers Gerald (Wanda) Randolph and Larry (Linda) Randolph; also nieces and nephews.
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