August 23, 2022 |
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Betty Jean Marconi, age 69, of North Huntingdon, died at home on August 20, 2022. Born March 2, 1953, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Howard J. and Betty (Hemminger) Somerville and wife of August Marconi for 31 years. Betty Jean worked as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and retired as a Community Outreach Director with UPMC. She was an active member of Irwin First Assembly of God Church. She enjoyed sewing and arts and crafts. Many of her creations could be found within her home. Betty Jean cared for her family and friends and was well-loved by everyone who knew her.
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August 16, 2022 |
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John W. Schaut, age 85, of McKeesport, died August 6, 2022. Born October 21, 1936, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Alexis E. and Alice M. (Schmitt) Schaut and husband of the late Barbara Schaut. John was a member of Holy Trinity Church until it closed and was currently a member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish. He served in the Navy for 4 years and then transferred to the Naval Reserves. John was a draftsman and worked for various engineering firms. He was a skilled woodworker and built toy boxes and rocking horses for his grandchildren when they were young. He was also an avid gardener and enjoyed taking walks around his neighborhood. He volunteered for 25 years with AARP preparing taxes, and also volunteered with the Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
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August 13, 2022 |
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Frank R. Harding, age 69, of McKeesport, died August 12, 2022, at home. Born October 21, 1952, in North Versailles, he was the son of the late Francis Spencer and Dorothy (Baker) Harding. Frank worked in the warehouse for Magic Creations and was known for his work ethic. He used to have a camp in Tionesta and enjoyed spending time there and fishing. Frank had an infectious personality and made friends where ever he went.
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August 09, 2022 |
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Joan M. (Skrtic) Teck, of Versailles Borough, has entered eternal rest on August 1, 2022, at McKeesport Hospital. Born June 16, 1946, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Alice (Mains) Skrtic and the wife of Larry V. Teck, Sr. Joan was a caring, loving, and beautiful woman who will be deeply missed. She loved to attend church with her friends, dancing, playing bingo, and being a wife, mother, and grandmother.
In addition to her husband, survivors include daughters; Ann (Keith) Larko and Lori (Brian) Sanchez and Son; Larry V. Teck, Jr., grandchildren; Larry Sanchez and Lauryn Sanchez, siblings; Nicholas (the late Kathryn) Skrtic, Steve Skrtic, Mary (the late Edwin) Serena and Carol (Michael) Salter, also many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
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July 27, 2022 |
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Dwane L. Mack, age 68, of McKeesport, died July 23, 2022, at home. Born May 10, 1954, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late John and Mercedes (Bennett) Mack and was the husband of the late Gwendolyn Mack and partner of Toni Vining for 29 years. Dwane served his country with the United States Marine Corps. He was an avid fisherman who frequented Indian Lake or the Monongahela River.
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July 26, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
The last of the four beautiful Milburn sisters has been called home by our Heavenly Father. Dorothy Mae Debrason passed away peacefully in the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh on July 22, 2022.
Born June 20, 1931, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Milton Homer and Dolores Regina (nee Dore) Milburn and the wife of the late Lewis Debrason.
Dorothy leaves behind her son, William Ray Debrason and wife Margaret, her daughter, Dolores Regina Adair and husband Michael; granddaughters, Elizabeth Grace Ward and husband Robert, Victoria Mae Debrason, Mary Ann Lehman and husband Daniel, and Billie Kathryn Debrason-Perez and husband Alfonso, Indea Leah Adair and fiancee Lindsay Fischetti; grandsons, Zachary Michael Proskin and Michael Lee Adair Jr and wife Rachel; great-grandchildren, Sara, Evelyn, Jocelyn, McKayla, Lauralyn, Rayanne, Janelle, Valerie, Hayden, Matthew, Adriana, Jonathan and Julie and all of her beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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July 24, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Jerrel D. Casey Barnes, age 25, of Pittsburgh, died July 21, 2022, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born September 21, 1996, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Bruce Barnes and Janell Casey.
Jerrel enjoyed drawing, watching anime, playing video games, and listening to Christian rock. He also took photos of buses and had a bus fanning YouTube channel. Jerrel was looking forward to attending CCAC in the fall to pursue a degree in graphic design.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brothers, Kirklan and Bruce and his sister, Llenaj, and adopted brother, Ricky Rivers; maternal grandmother, Harriet Casey; paternal grandmother, Yevette Barnes; Uncles, Jermaine and Jerrel Casey, John Johnson, and Tom and Andre Barnes and a host of cousins, family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Curtis Casey, and paternal grandfather, Thomas Barnes.
Family and friends may be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, from noon until the memorial service at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com
Supervisor, Charles Danforth
July 22, 2022 |
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Jt Storm Long, age two months, of McKeesport, died on July 18, 2022. Born May 17, 2022, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of James H. and Kc (Gatchie) Long, Jr.
During his short time here on Earth, Jt touched many lives and was loved deeply by his family. His life was a brief gift to us; he will always be remembered as our "Special Angel."
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July 22, 2022 |
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Kenneth Katrick, age 88, of Port Vue, died July 22, 2022, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born November 5, 1933, in Port Vue, he was the son of the late Michael and Susan (Laboda) Katrick and the beloved husband of Jean (Palesko) Katrick for 66 years. As an adult, Kenneth, with the help of his wife, tirelessly helped put him through night school to obtain his college degree. He would go on to work for U.S. Steel as a mechanical engineer.
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July 12, 2022 |
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Tawny L. Bryner, age 63, of Port Vue, died July 8, 2022, at home. Born August 23, 1958, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Lois M. (Mathieu) Langett and the wife of David Bryner for 21 years.
Tawny retired from Heritage Manor of West Mifflin, where she was a Certified Nurses Assistant Supervisor. She had a passion for writing, and once, her writings were published in the TV Guide. Tawny enjoyed music and poetry. She was also an animal lover, leaving behind her beloved Chihuahua "Nucky."
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July 10, 2022 |
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Frank L. Averell, Jr., age 52, of Wilkins Township, died July 7, 2022, at AHN Forbes Hospital. Born February 13, 1970, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Frank L. Averell, Sr. and the husband of Jeannie Burke.
Frank was the owner of Fly Speck Detailing in Irwin and was the former owner of National Jewelry Outlet in McKeesport. He enjoyed playing cards, going to the casino and hanging out with close friends. Frank will always be remembered by those who knew him as a hard worker and someone you could count on to be there when you needed help.
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July 09, 2022 |
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William V. Eastman, age 56, of McKeesport, formerly of Bronx, NY, died July 5, 2022, at home. Born September 9, 1965, in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Ethel Eastman and the husband of Billiejo (Demeri) Eastman.
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July 08, 2022 |
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Floyd "Flop" Ritter, Jr., age 67, of Stone Mountain, GA, died July 3rd, 2022. Born February 20th, 1955, he was preceded in death by (mother) Ruth Ann (Mockabee) Ritter of McKeesport, PA and (father) Floyd Ritter Sr. of Clairton, PA. He enjoyed watching, talking about sports and his favorite team, The Pittsburgh Steelers. Flop was a true family man, a beloved husband, brother and friend.
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July 06, 2022 |
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Edward Thurston Becker, age 36, of West Elizabeth, died July 2, 2022, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born July 14, 1985, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Edward and Cheryl (Bentley) Becker.
Edward was a fun-loving, gentle soul. He enjoyed comic books, movies, animals, the internet, ramen, and anything Japanese. He wrote many fanfiction works and enjoyed trivia.
He is survived by his siblings, Sara (Tyrone) Michaels of Baldwin, Tara (Troy Roberts) Evans of Pittsburgh, and Robert Becker of Pittsburgh; nieces and nephews, Brendon, Bailee, Presley, Raina, Aria, (Sara) Carlos, Derian, Dante, and Heaven (Tara); great-nieces and nephews, Ava, Jaymair, JaKari, (Katara), Serenty (Carlos), Nylah, and Calvin (Dante) and two blessings on the way.
In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his niece, Katara.
Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Supervisor, Chuck Danforth
July 06, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Rossina Diane Nelson, a beacon of light and bright spirit, lived an incredible life until she went on to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Rossina was born to the late Myrna and Monroe Donaldson on November 21, 1957.
Along her journey, she wore many titles: daughter, sister, wife, aunt, grandmother, and friend, but nothing compared to her favorite of them all, a proud mother to her two loving sons, Harlan Eugene Tobe, Jr. and Jordan Keith Wood. Rossina was previously married to the late Harlan E. Tobe, Sr, and Harold Nelson. Sr.
At the age of nine, Rossina was baptized at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church alongside her lifelong best friend Patti, where they grew up in Crestas Terrace. She graduated in 1975 from East Allegheny Senior High School and attended Boyce Park Community College. Rossina retired from Access Transportation. She was also a committed member of Narcotics Anonymous for over 25 years; she served as a speaker and strong advocate for those around her. Rossina helped many people, changing many lives for the better and building countless friendships along the way. She never missed a meeting. Rossina was known as “Cool Ross,” which spoke volumes about her personality. She was very kind and fun-loving to all; surely, she was a diva. From the surprise birthday parties for her brother Billy at 424 East Carter Drive to the Crestas Fire Hall and West Cater Street dance with all her family and friends, she was the life of the party, not to mention the best dressed! She matched her clothes from head to toe and her jewelry and shoes always matched too. I’m telling you, she must have had an enormous closet because she loved to dress! Her style matched her personality, colorful and full of life.
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