August 15, 2022 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Freddie Robbins, 88, of McKeesport, Pennsylvania was born September 26, 1933, in Columbia, South Carolina. He was the beloved son to the late John and Edna Green-Robbins.
Freddie was a veteran of the United States Army and served in the Korean War. He worked at Krispy Kreme Doughnut, Steel Mill, Auberle, School Bus Driver with perfect attendance with dedication & commitment to children’s safety. He enjoyed working on cars & would help his friends/family with repairs of their vehicles. He was a creative person with a natural niche for carpentry, electrical, mechanical, & plumbing workmanship. He performed most of the maintenance in the upkeep of his home. Freddie was a man of many talents.
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August 15, 2022 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Mary M. (Yankowski) Lisic, 100, peacefully passed on August 8, 2022, at the age of 100, with her family at her side. Mary was the devoted wife of the late Sylvester “Sy” Lisic. Loving mother of Janet Lucarelli, John (MaryAnn) Florchak, Susan Rappaport. She is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in passing by her parents, Casper and Catherine (Matakas) Yankowski, and her son, Michael Lisic.
Mary was part of the Greatest Generation. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed baking. Mary was a former member of the St. Jude Rosary Society.
Visitation
Thursday
August 11, 2022
3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Alfieri Funeral Home Inc.
201 Marguerite Ave
Wilmerding, PA 15148
Mass of Christian Burial
Friday
August 12, 2022
10:00 AM
St. Jude the Apostle Church of St. Joseph the Worker Parish
405 Westinghouse Ave
Wilmerding, Pa 15148
August 15, 2022 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Rebecca R. (Winks) Buchleitner, age 90, formerly of North Versailles, PA, passed away on Friday, August 12, 2022, at the home of her daughter in Hendersonville, TN. Born in Pittsburgh on August 7, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Helen (Nowinckle) Winks. She formerly worked at Union Switch and Signal as a Tar Baby and was also a seamstress at a drapery factory and a men’s clothing store. Most of all, she was a wife and mother. She liked to crochet, square dance and be on her C.B. radio. She was the wife of the late Robert J. Buchleitner; mother of Patricia (Carl) McNickle of Hendersonville, TN and the late Robert John Buchleitner and late Robert William Buchleitner; grandmother of Brandon (Brittany) McNickle and CJ (Nora) McNickle; great grandmother of Layla Grace McNickle & Mason James McNickle and Chasen Edward & Reagan Leigh McNickle; and sister of the late Raymond (late Phyllis) Winks. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, from Noon-2:00 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 Funeral Service will take place at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. John Barker, officiating. Burial will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.
August 15, 2022 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Joseph M. Sabol Jr., age 91, of Duquesne, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at The Grove in North Huntingdon. Born in West Mifflin on October 11, 1930, he was the son of the late Joseph M. Sr. and Mary (Petras) Sabol. He was a retired steelworker from U.S. Steel-Homestead Works and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Agnes Church, where he was an usher. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. Joseph is the beloved husband of Loretta (Kukta) Sabol for 65 years; father of Joseph (Cynthia) Sabol of South Fayette; grandfather of Andrew Joseph Sabol, Lauren (Matthew) Reick and Rachel Staley; and great grandfather of Logan. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, August 18, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Agnes Church-West Mifflin, with Rev. Dan Sweeney, officiating. Military Honors will follow. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
August 15, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dennis Clyde “Den” Randolph, 72, of Sutersville passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2022. He was born September 4, 1949 in McKeesport and is the son of Erma J. (Betzner) Randolph and the late Clyde I. Randolph. After graduating from McKeesport High School in 1967, Den met the love of his life, Diane. He then enlisted with the Marines and served from 1969-1971 and has always been a proud Veteran. Den worked many jobs through the years, but retired in 2016 from Basic Carbide, where he worked as an Inspector & Shipper. He was a member of Shaner Gun Club, and he loved hunting. He was a huge family man, and loved spending time with them, and he especially loved his dogs.
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August 13, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Amy Lynn Wallace, 47, of Liberty Borough, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away at home with her family by her side on Friday, August 12, 2022. She was born October 14, 1974 in McKeesport and was the daughter of Robert C. (Penny Romano) Wallace of Elizabeth Township and Bernice Stanchik (Tim) McDonald of Elizabeth Township. Amy was a Child Psychologist and worked for the Elizabeth Forward School District. She was a 1992 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and 1999 graduate of California University of Pennsylvania. She was a member of White Oak American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and she was also a member of numerous professional organizations.
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August 13, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Julia Karnash, 91, died Aug. 13, 2022. She is the daughter of the late Anthony and Anna Graban and beloved wife of the late Joseph Karnash. She is survived by her daughters Evelyn (Bill) Piel, JoAnn (Dave) Hartos, Anna O'Toole and Linda Karnash; grandchildren Jason (Jenn) Piel, Alex (Becky) Hartos, Jennifer (Dan) Phinick, Amanda O'Toole and Kelsey O'Toole; great grandchildren Ethan Piel, Kylie Piel, Lucas Piel, Elizabeth Hartos and Katie Hartos; sister-in-law Peggy Graban; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers Anthony Graban, John Graban, Mike (Mary) Graban, Nick (Mary) Graban, Pete (Rose) Graban, Joseph (Jean) Graban, Frank (Margaret) Graban, Andy Graban; sisters Rose (Edward) Kosar and Mary (George) Yosko. Julia was a member of St. Joachim and Ann Parish. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Mon. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Tues. 10:00 am at St. Eugene Church. Entombment following Calvary Cemetery.
August 13, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Georgianna A. Palyo, 63, of Glassport died Aug. 4, 2022. She is the daughter of the late Stefan and Anna (Jubana) Petro. She is survived by her husband David Palyo, Sr.; sons David Palyo, Jr and Christopher (Amanda) Palyo; daughter Rachel (Brian) Baker; grandchildren Allyssa, Christopher, Jr. and Noah Baker; brothers Joe and Mike Petro; sisters Mae Noll and Susie Petro; also nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangments were handled by the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
August 13, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
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 12, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Beloved mother Lois Jean Frinsco, age 92 of Elizabeth Twp. and formerly of Versailles, passed over at her daughter's home with her family at her side. Born July 16, 1930 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Carl and Helen (Shigo) Sickels and wife of 66 years of the late Bernard A. Frinsco, who passed away May 4, 2017. A member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Patrick's Church in McKeesport, Lois is survived by her children Karen (Michael) Yurechko of Elizabeth Twp., Bernard and David Frinsco, both of Houston, TX, and Timothy (Jacquie) Frinsco of Monroeville; her nine grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.
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August 12, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Jay Claude Lewis, age 86 of Pleasant Hills, passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital. Born December 27, 1935 in Clairton, he was a son of the late John C. and Sarah E. (Grimes) Lewis. Jay was a talented hairdresser and barber with a loyal following, an amazing ice skater (who once tried out for the Ice Capades), and an excellent golfer and true student of the game. To all of these activities he applied a technical aptitude and curiosity, always trying to better his crafts. Most importantly though, he was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend who will be dearly missed by the many, many people who loved him. Jay is survived by his wife of 65 years Judy (Grotefend) Lewis; his children Robin (Paul) Haines of Indiana, PA and J.C. (Karen) Lewis of Raleigh, NC; his grandchildren Jordan and Casey Haines, Callie Jellots, and Koutnaye and Haley Lewis; his seven great-grandchildren; and also nieces and nephews.
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August 11, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Earle Slawson Guffey, age 83, of Naples, FL, formerly of McKeesport and North Huntingdon, on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 in Florida. He was born in McKeesport on November 21, 1938 and is the son of the late Judge James McClurg and Gretchen Slawson Guffey. He graduated from Penn State University in 1960 and was first in his class in business horticulture major. He was formerly the CEO of Johnston The Florist and Johnston’s greenhouses and owned and operated 25 floral shops located throughout Western Pennsylvania.
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August 11, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
August 10, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Myles H. Andrews, age 72, of McKeesport passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Born November 16, 1949 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Henry and Helen (Brodzinski) Andrews. Myles attended Lafayette University on a football scholarship and was a member of the Phi Delta Fraternity. He went on to work as a teacher at McKeesport High School for 28 years, and coached football at McKeesport High School for many years. He also owned Myles Andrews Landscaping for 20+ years. He was also a member of Corpus Christi Church (Mother Mary of God Parish) in McKeesport
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August 10, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Margaret Traynor, age 97, of White Oak, died August 9, 2022, at AHN Forbes Hospital. Born March 30, 1925, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Elizabeth (Kohlar) Biros and wife of the late Joseph Traynor.
Margaret enjoyed going to Polka. She was meticulous and proud to keep a tidy home where she could spend time with her loving grandchildren.
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