March 06, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Duane D. Garber, Sr., 73, of Elizabeth Township, formerly of Clairton, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023. He was born July 20, 1949 in McKeesport, and was son to the late Leo and Eva (Synko) Garber. As a Veteran, Duane served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War and was awarded medals and other service honors. He worked many years for Clairton Works - US Steel in the Bug Plant.
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March 06, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Karen L. (Novak) Sutton, age 71, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at home. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. She had a huge love for her grandchildren - they were the apple of her eye. Born March 1, 1952 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Audrey (Cavanaugh) Novak. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Arthur Sutton; children, Wesley Sutton of Harmony, Amy Owens of McKeesport and Eric (Nancy Ankrom) Sutton of Pleasant Hills; grandchildren, Joshua, Jacob, Hannah, Jackson, Charlotte and Isla; siblings, Thelma Prichard of the state of California, Mary Lou (Tim) Austin of Ludlow and David (Monica) Novak of West Mifflin; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Christine McDonald and Susan Novak. No visitation is planned. Private burial in Round Hill Cemetery will take place at a later date. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 06, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Henrietta Mary, "Sister" Young, age 79, of McKeesport, died February 26, 2023, at Kane Community Living Center. Born May 30, 1943, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Walter D. and Henrietta (Slim) Ball.
Henrietta dedicated her life to taking care of her home and family. She was a member of the Beacon Light Church of God. Henrietta enjoyed working in her garden, cooking meals for her family, and crocheting. Spending time and playing with her great-grandkids are the moments she cherished.
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March 05, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Kevin Donald Kvarta, 31, of Irwin, passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023. He was born April 15, 1991 in Pittsburgh and is the son to Donald Keith Kvarta and Mary Judith (Abromitis) Douglass. Kevin was a caring soul. He always wanted to lend a helping hand, often putting others before himself. He attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh for Creative Writing, and was very artistic. He created many art pieces, and shared many poems with his family and friends, and even learned a little Japanese in his studies. Kevin also loved gaming; creating storylines, characters, and even the game maps, his artistic ability made all of his thoughts come to life. He worked at Forbes Hospital in the C.S.P. and then moved onto Giant Eagle where he worked in the Deli.
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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
March 04, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Russell Mark Caley, age 66, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away Friday, March 3, 2023 at Mon Valley Care Center, after a long and brave fight against Multiple Sclerosis. Prior to his physical decline, Russell was an avid outdoorsman who loved camping, fishing, and hunting, and was a longtime member of Elizabeth Twp. Sportsman Association. Born in McKeesport on February 2, 1956, he was a son of the late Dean and Dorothy (Carbaugh) Caley. He is survived by two children, Sabrina (Adam) Fossi of Pittsburgh and Alex Caley of Buena Vista; four grandchildren, Audrey and Enzo Fossi, and Seth and Travis Caley; eight siblings, Wanda (Ken) Durick, Diana (Chuck) Dow, Dean “H” Caley, Vernon (Darla) Caley, Sheila (Tom) Jaskolski, Julie (Randy) Bottorff, Curtis (Lisa) Caley, and Aaron (Carrie) Caley; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his former wife, Bambi Caley in 2008. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037, on Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 10 AM to 12 Noon. Private burial will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 1501 Reedsdale Swww.bekavacfuneralhome.comtreet, #105, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Offer condolences at
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March 03, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Marcia Malloy, of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the age of 84. She was surrounded by the love of her children, James, Debbie, Colleen (Richard), and Robert (Brenda). She was welcomed into heaven by her husband, James R. Malloy Sr., daughter-in-law, Diane Malloy and her beloved grandson, Johnny Derry. She leaves behind 11 Grandchildren, 4 Grand Doggies, 12 Great Grandchildren, many Nieces and Nephews, many wonderful friends and her much loved dog, Carmella. Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 5 and Monday, March 6, from 2-4 and 6-8 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, where a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Trinity Church-West Mifflin, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Dan Sweeney officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery.
March 03, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Bonnie L. Vanscoy, age 74 of Liberty Borough, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 in John J. Kane Regional Center - McKeesport. Born April 13, 1948 in Glassport, she was a daughter of the late James "Bud" and Vera (Gabauer) Wagner. A former beautician in the area and member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Mark's Church, Liberty Site, Bonnie loved to travel, especially to New Orleans for Mardi Gras and to the casinos of Las Vegas and Atlantic City for a little gambling. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband George Vanscoy, who passed away in 2020, and her son Brian Vanscoy, who passed away in 1994. Bonnie is survived by her siblings James (Carolyn) Wagner of Glastonbury, CT, Kerry (Phillip) Corey of Liberty Borough, Kay (Timothy) Barry of Salem, OH, Daniel (JoAnna) Wagner of Reno, NV, Janine Wagner of Glassport, Lori (the late Glenn) Kraus of Liberty Borough, and Lisa (David) Thomas of Liberty Borough; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, and her beloved cat Toby.
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March 02, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Irene “Renee” E. Fontanese, age 94, of West Mifflin, passed away on March 2, 2023, at home. Born in Pittsburgh on February 10, 1929, she was the daughter of the late John and Susanne (Benedict) Popovich. She was a former salesperson at Kaufmann’s Century III in the children’s department, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, a former Girl Scout leader, past president of the West Mifflin High School PTSA and Mon Yough Council PTA. Renee was the wife of the late David J. Fontanese for 37 years; mother of David J. Fontanese Jr. of West Mifflin, Richard (Kathleen) Fontanese of Erie, CO, Susan Fontanese, with whom she resided, Carol (Erich) Deffner of West Mifflin, Nancy (Jim) Schumann of Old Saybrook, CT, and Diane (Jeff) Lioon of Venetia; grandmother of John (Stephanie) Fontanese, Bradley Fontanese, Olivia (Dinesh) Fontanese, Maggie Schumann, James Maxwell Schumann, Katie Schumann, Alex Schumann, Jessica (Fawad) Lioon-Haider, Jeffrey Lioon Jr, Ian Lioon, and Anthony Lioon; and great grandmother of Vivienne Fontanese and Jazmine Lioon-Haider. She was predeceased by her brother and sisters, John (Eileen) Popovich, Mary (Robert) Wandrey, Margaret “Peggy” (Michael) Jugan, Martha Onofrey and Dorothy “Doe” Popovich (late Walter) Chila. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 6, 2023, from 4-8 p.m., and Tuesday, March 7, 2023, from 2-4 and 6-8 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, where a Blessing Service will take place on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Agnes Church-West Mifflin, with Rev. Daniel Sweeney, officiating. A burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Peter's Township Library Foundation at https://ptlibrary.org/product/donate/
March 01, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE GATHERING HOURS HAVE BEEN EXTENDED. Nancy Peebly, age 67, of McKeesport died on Wednesday, March 1, 2023. She was born in McKeesport on July 14, 1955 and is the daughter of the late Peter and Catherine Blakley Margliotti.
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March 01, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Burt F. Whoolery, age 70, of Glassport, died on February 26, 2023, in Orlando, FL, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 29, 1952, in McKeesport, PA, and was the son of the late Milton and Antoinette (Bazzone) Whoolery and the husband of Rose (Case) Whoolery.
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March 01, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Michael “Mick” John Trombola, age 91, of Irwin, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at Concordia of Monroeville. He was born in McKeesport on October 25, 1931 and was the son of the late George and Elizabeth Trombola. Michael was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the Navy and a member of St. Elizabeth Anne Seton Parish in Irwin. He was the retired Superintendent of the Municipal Authority of the City of McKeesport. He is preceded in death by his wife, Josephine V. Chapas Trombola who passed away December 11, 2021.
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February 28, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Charles Thomas “Charlie” Bootman, 86, of Cherry Tree, died Friday, February 24, 2023, at the Indiana Regional Medical Center. Born, February 18, 1937, in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Charles K. Bootman and Margaret Hattie (James) Bootman. He married Ann (DiMeo) Bootman December 31, 1960. They recently celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary.
Charlie was a U.S. Air Force veteran, serving from 1954 through most of 1957. In 1970 he started working for the Boilermakers Union, Local 154 of Pittsburgh. There he welded for 27 years until his retirement in 1997.
Those who knew him best, remember Charlie as having a rough and tough exterior, while having a caring and loving heart of gold on the inside. Ann called him, “a bear with a soft heart”. He was a fierce protector of Ann and the people he loved, standing by them through good times and bad, and always supporting them and helping them in any way he could. He was larger than life and filled up every room he entered.
During his life, Charlie always stood for what he believed in and for the things he felt were right. Because of that, he was well respected by his fellow workers in the Boilermakers union and by his friends and neighbors who appreciated his views and comments at many Montgomery Township meetings.
Charlie loved living in his country log home, where most mornings he built a fire in his fireplace while looking over his pond and appreciating the beauty of nature and God’s good earth.
In addition to his wife, Ann, he is remembered by his “adopted daughter”, Brenda Amico and her husband, Mike from Morgantown, WV.
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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
February 28, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
John A. Hoblak, age 87, of West Mifflin, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023, at Concordia of Monroeville. Born in Duquesne on February 21, 1936, he was the son of the late John and Julia (Chobirko) Hoblak. He was retired from Tygart & Co as a welding and crane operator. After retirement, he worked at Gander Mountain for 17 years. John was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Forest Hills, enjoyed hunting and fishing, and he proudly served his country in the Air Force during the Korean War. He was the loving husband of 59 years to the late Karen M. (Deets) Hoblak, who died on December 6, 2017. He is the father of Barbara Simmons of West Mifflin, James (Cynthia) Hoblak of North Huntingdon, Susan (Edward) Davies of Finleyville, Kathleen Hoblak of West Mifflin, Kristine (Robert) Karpinsky of Finleyville, Eric (Devera) Hoblak of West Mifflin and the late Jonathan Hoblak; 11 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; and brother of the late Carol Hathaway and late Lawrence Hoblak. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 2, 2023, from 1-8 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 Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 3, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., at Christ Lutheran Church, 400 Barclay Ave., Forest Hills, 15221, with Pastor Ronald Breight, officiating, followed by Military Honors. Everyone please meet at Church.
