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Patrick A. Saxman

March 08, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Patrick A. Saxman, 53, of Claridge, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Forbes Regional Hospital.  He was born February 8, 1970 in Wilkinsburg, a son of Wayne Saxman and the late Diana E. Stiles.  Patrick worked for Hoy Construction and enjoyed vintage cars and going to estate sales.  He is survived by his brother, Erik Saxman; uncles, Vince, Brian, Mark; girlfriend, Kim Harshberger; and good friend Tony.  A celebration of life will take place on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 12-2 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Bernadine M. Petras

March 07, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Bernadine M. Petras, 84, of N. Huntingdon passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at Forbes Hospital. She was born July 7, 1938, in the Lawrenceburg neighborhood of Pittsburgh, the eldest daughter of John Andrasko Sr. and Margaret (Krall) Andrasko. She lived with her family in Wall until she married her husband Joe of 67 years on October 1, 1955, and soon moved to N. Huntingdon.  Bernie enjoyed a lifetime of being a talented seamstress and a particularly accomplished cake and pastry baker. She enjoyed every opportunity to listen and dance to polka music.   Bernie was a lifelong member of St. Agnes Parish. She is survived by her husband Joe, sons John (Jennifer), Bill (Diane), Bob (Marianne) and Barry (Amy) along with eight grandchildren and one great-grandson.  Bernie was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, John Andrasko Jr. and Ron Andrasko and sister Dorothy Bianchi.  Bernie has requested a private service followed by an interment at Good Shepherd Cemetery in Monroeville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Norwin Area Meals On Wheels.  Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Randy Louis Lappa

March 07, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Randy Louis Lappa, 40, of North Huntingdon passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was born August 22, 1982 in McKeesport, a son of Randy and Mary (Szegedy) Lappa. Randy was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of 2001 and enjoyed playing computer games. He was preceded in death by his nephew, Klye Lappa. Randy is survived by his sister, Dawn Lappa; niece, Alexandra; nephew, Blake; and numerous aunts and uncles. Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  A memorial mass will be celebrated at a later date.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Kyle A. Lappa

March 07, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Kyle A. Lappa, 29, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023.  He was born February 5, 1994 in Pittsburgh, a son of Dawn Lappa.  Kyle was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School Class of 2012 and was a chef for Cenacolo Restaurant.  He enjoyed skateboarding, playing the guitar, writing music, reading and hiking.  He was preceded in death by his uncle, Randy Lappa. Kyle is survived by his maternal grandparents, Randy and Mary Lappa; brother, Blake; and sister, Alexandra Lappa.  Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Lewis C. Amicone

March 05, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Lewis C. Amicone II, 75, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2023 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born December 2, 1947 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Lewis and Anna (Iarussi) Amicone. Prior to his retirement, Lew was a salesman for Penn Lincoln Memorial Park and Striffler's Funeral Home. He was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School and a veteran of the US Navy stationed on board the USS America (CV66) during the Vietnam Era. He enjoyed going to car shows, swap meets, tinkering in his garage and target shooting. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Susan J. Potter Amicone. He is survived by his sons, Lewis and his wife, Susie, Eric (Derdra); grandchildren, Sean, Scott, Nathan, Lily, Emma, Deric and Samuel. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Saturday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Father's Heart Ministries. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Shirley Anna Mae (Gutc) Deak

February 28, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Shirley Anna Mae (Gutc) Deak, 90, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at Walden’s View of North Huntingdon. Shirley was born on March 4, 1932 in Cuddy, Pa., daughter of the late Zigmund and Nellie (Walters) Gutc. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Donald D. Deak. She is survived by her two daughters, Sandra Deak and her husband Rob Simon of Chestertown, NY and Beverly Deak and her husband Mark E. Abrams of Los Angeles, CA; and granddaughter, Heather Abrams of Conway, SC. Funeral service and interment are private. Please consider a donation to Anova Hospice and Palliative Care of Pittsburgh in memory of Shirley. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Virginia "Ginger" A. Flynn

February 26, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Virginia "Ginger" A. Flynn, age 83 of Penn Township, formerly of North Huntingdon died February 26, 2023. She was born July 9, 1939 in McKeesport, Pa., a daughter of the late William and Agnes Altmiller. Virginia was a member of St. Barbara's Church, Harrison City. She was a girl scout leader, trail monitor at the Yough River bike trail and a member of the Norwin Band Aides. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Cleveland Price. She was preceded in death by her husband James in 2016, three brothers, Robert Altmiller, William and David Baker. She is survived by her daughter, Marianne Saber (Bruce); two sons, Michael Flynn and James Flynn (Laura); brother, Charles Baker (Cathy); sister-in-law, Cam Baker; 4 grandchildren, Daniel (Becky), Tim , Trevor and Shane Flynn; and great-grandchild, Rory. A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in St. Barbara Church, Harrison City followed by a celebration of life luncheon at Will Onita's.  Memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 

 


David C. Messinger

February 26, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

David C. Messinger, age 90 of North Huntingdon died February 26, 2023 at Riverside Care Center. He was born August 20, 1932 in Mckeesport, Pa., a son of the late Charles and Elizabeth Simons Messinger. Prior to his retirement, David was employed as a pipe fitter by Firth Sterling. He was a lifteime member of the White Oak American Legion, VFW, Italian Miners Society and the Guffy Club. David served our country during the Korean War.  He was preceded in death by his son, Jay and one brother Roy. He is survived by his son Charles , brother William (Vivian). Services  and interment will be private. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 
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Cecelia Maier

February 24, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Cecelia Maier, 91, of Murrysville, passed away Friday, February 24, 2023.  She was born, November 22, 1931 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Tarasovic) Boldy.  Cecelia was a member of the Assembly of God Church, Monroeville.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Maier; brothers, Vincent (Louise) Boldy, Francis (Dorothy) Boldy; sister, Gabriella (Anton) Janosek; and grandson, Samuel Eldred.  She is survived by her son, Tim Maier and his wife, Karen; daughter, Patti Eldred; brother, William Boldy (and the late Mildred Boldy); sister, Henrietta (Francis) Popyack; loving grandmother to, Adam (Daphnna) Eldred, Leah Jimenez, Robert (Haley) Maier, Jenna Eldred, Daniel (Gianna) Maier, Nathaniel Eldred; and 11 great-grandchildren; 4 nieces and nephews, Deb (Jack) Vozel, Bill Boldy, Beth (Vince) Mignogna, and Denise (the late Nathan) Janosek.  Friends will be received from 2-7 p.m. Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  A funeral service will take place Monday in the funeral home chapel at 11 a.m.  Interment will follow in Allegheny County Memorial Park, Allison Park, PA.  Donations may be made to Sheep Inc. Health Care Center, 11817 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills, PA  15235 in memory of Cecelia.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


James T. Lord

February 23, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

James T. Lord, 94 of North Versailles died February 23, 2023 at Walden's View, North Huntingdon. He was born June 16, 1928 in Buena Vista, Pa., a son of the late William and Susana Heholt Lord. Jim was a member of Miller United Methodist Church where he served as a trustee. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by U.S. Steel , National Tube Works. He enjoyed crafts, fishing and was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was preceded in death by his wife Phyliss, a brother, William Lord, and a sister Alfertia Koyp. He is survived by a nephew Paul Koyp. Visitation will take place Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Sunday 11a.m. -1 p.m. with a service to follow at 1:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment Monday at 9 a.m. at the Mt Vernon Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 


Theodore J. Marefka

February 18, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Theodore J. Marefka, age 87 of North Huntingdon died February 17, 2023, at Excela Health Westmoreland. He was born March 30, 1935, in Claridge, Pa. Theodore retired from Westinghouse Electric where he was employed as a draftsman. He later worked for EME (Electrical Mechanical Engineering). He enjoyed trips to both Deep Creek and Gettysburg and enjoyed attending the city of Pittsburgh events. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Theodore was President of the Blue Room in Claridge, enjoyed fishing with his friend Jerry, an avid Steeler fan and golfed in various area leagues. He was preceded in death by his first wife Dorothy Marefka who was originally from Level Green, and one brother John. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Dufalla Marefka, his daughter, Nicole Marefka, a brother Robert and his wife Roberta and many cousins. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday 2-4-,6-8 p.m. A blessing service will be held Thursday in the funeral home chapel at 10 a.m. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 

 


Joan M. Brinkman

February 15, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

, age 97 of North Huntingdon formerly of McKeesport died February 15, 2023. She was born December 8, 1925 in West Mifflin, a daughter of the late John and Margaret Woodspingwater Burns. Joan was a self employed beautician. She was a member of St. Pius Church in McKeesport and the Christian Mothers. She was an avid card player belonging to various card clubs, enjoyed scrabble,and  puzzles. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Ralph L. in 1996, 7 brothers, Raymond, Francis, Robert, Paul, James, John and Lawrence Burns, two sisters, Edna Noll, Dorothy Lutsko Evans. She is survived by one son, Ralph J. (Janet), two daughters, Mary Ann Schall (Mark), Eileen Bacco (Louis), 5 grandchildren, Brandon Schall (Maggie), Alexis Schall, Lindsay Maurer (Ryan), Derek and Tyler Bacco. Visitation and services will be private at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. Interment will take place in Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to St. Jude or Pittsburgh Children's hospital.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 


Robert Martin Clark

February 15, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Robert Martin Clark, age 72 of Irwin died February 15, 2023 at Forbes Hospital , Monroeville. He was born October 31, 1950 in Bethlehem, Pa., a son of the late Thomas and Rita Connors Clark. Robert was a member of St. Edward Parish in Herminie. He graduated high school from Bethlehem Central Catholic and was a graduate of St. Francis de Sales College.  He was a retired two star Admiral having served with the U.S. Navy. Rear Adm. Clark holds all Surface Warfare qualifications up to and including Command at Sea. His personal awards include two presidential unit citations, the Legion of Merit,  Meritorious  Service Medal, six Navy Commendation Medals, Meritorious Unit Commendation, two Battle Efficiency "E", National Defense with bronze star, three Sea Service, six Overseas Services, Armed Forces Reserve with "M" and silver hourglass, and Expert Pistol with silver "E". In his civilian occupation, Rear Adm. Clark is President of BC. Inc, a global electric  power industry consultant company (nuclear/fossil) engaged in addressing technical, operational and market issues in the U.S. and overseas as the impact of deregulation and privatization  drive dramatic changes. He was focused on electric power utilities and the energizing markets in Central/Eastern Europe. He sat on the Board of Directors for several domestic/international companies.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Eugene and a sister Margaret Mahon. He is survived by his beloved wife Karen Pettus Clark, three sons, Leif (Amy), Lance (Candace), Logan (Heather), two brothers, Thomas (Cathy), Jack (Lois) , grandchildren, Seth, Vaughn, Dymphena, Darien, Dreena, Dacey Mae, Tressa , Aubrey, and Izabella. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa on Sat 6-8 PM, Sunday 2-4 & 6-8 PM. A funeral mass will be held on Monday 10 AM at St. Edwards Church in Herminie followed by interment in Irwin Union Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Westmoreland County Food Bank, All But Fur-gotten Animal Shelter, or ASPCA.. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
 


Franklyn L. Farrell

February 13, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Franklyn L. Farrell, age 86 of North Huntingdon died February 11, 2023. He was born January 16, 1937 in California, Pa. , a son of the late Francis and Olive Hornbake Farrell. Prior to his retirement Frank was employed as the manager for Columbia Gas System. After retiring, he served as the manager for the propane division for Valley National Gases. Frank was a retired Veteran of the U.S. Army having served as a Major during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons , Irwin Shidle Lodge 601. Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh, 32nd degree Mason, Syria Shrine of Cheswick, Pa, He was a past president and life member of the Corvette Club of Western Pennsylvania. He was a 10 year volunteer and member of the operative staff for the Vintage Grand Prix. He is survived by his beloved wife Patty Zavage Farrell for 33 years, stepdaughter, Michaeline Quintana, granddaughter, Hannah Quintana and one brother Mark O. Farrell. A memorial service will be held Sunday, February 19 at 1:00 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. Private interment will take place at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Memorials may be made to a Masonic charity of your choice. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 


Mildred J. "Midge" Boldy

February 04, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Mildred J. "Midge" Boldy, 90, of Irwin, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born September 26, 1932, a daughter of the late Howard W. and Mildred F. (Crouse) Allen. Mildred was a homemaker and a member of Word of Life Church, Greensburg. She loved the Lord, studying His word, and remembering it in her heart.  She loved her family and especially loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren who always made her smile.  Her memory will be held close to our hearts and her legacy will be remembered by the family who loved her so very much.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Wrenwick Allen; sisters, Betty Paige, June Yater, Leona Mull and Irene Davis. She is survived by her loving husband for over 70 years, William Boldy; son, William Jr.; daughters, Deb Vozel and her husband, Jacob, Beth Mignogna and her husband Vincent; brother, Joe Allen; sisters, Sarah Mull, Thelma Allen, Mary Moss, Casey Allen and Ruth Allen; grandchildren, Meghan (Edward) Schmutz, Heather (Gregg) Cavaliere, Holly (Brad) Lentz, Lucas Mignogna, Evan (Kelly) Mignogna; great-grandchildren, Ella, Maddie, Jude, Cash, Jett, Nolan, Bree, Sadie, Riley and Elliana. Sisters-in-law Cecelia Maier and Henrietta (Fran) Popyack. Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Thursday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Westmoreland Memorial Park, Greensburg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Word of Life Ministries, Greensburg, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com