July 10, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
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 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Marjorie J. "Marge" (Esek) Mykeloff, 79, of Buena Vista, formerly of West Mifflin and Liberty Boro, passed away Friday, July 8, 2022. She was born September 14, 1942 in McKeesport and is the daughter of the late Matthew J. and Agnes (Nasta) Esek. She patiently waited nearly 49 years to be reunited with her loving husband, the late George Mykeloff. Marge was a 1960 graduate of Duquesne High School and was quite the marksman on her rifle team. She kept her High School letters and riddled targets to prove it. She was part of the first graduating LPN class of CCAC in 1982 and went on to work for Kane Regional Medical Center in McKeesport, where she was a Union Steward, and eventually retired in 2002. She kept true to her nursing spirit, as she would tell the nurses at Meadowcrest Rehab exactly how everything should be done. Marge was known for her caring nursing, generous nature, and her wonderful sense of humor.
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July 09, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
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 09, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Robert W. "Bob" Pope, age 64, of Port Vue, died July 7, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport. Born January 29, 1958, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Samuel and Ruth (Hoak) Pope and the husband of Sheryl (Lopretto) Pope.
Bob retired from Tom Clark Chevrolet, where he was an auto body repair technician. He enjoyed fishing, hunting with his brother, sons, and daughter-in-law, and all things outdoors. Bob especially loved trips to Lake Erie for Walleye fishing. He spent Friday nights at the former Motordrome Speedway in his early years. Although, his greatest love was the time he spent with his grandchildren.
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July 08, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
John M. Young, age 80, of White Oak, died July 8, 2022, at home. Born June 30, 1942, in Turtle Creek, he was the son of the late Clarence C. and Caroline M. (Zang) Young and the husband of the late Joyce (Rawson) Young.
John retired from the former Trafford Printing Co. Before that; he worked at Westinghouse, where he was a machinist until they closed. He also worked as a security guard at CCAC. John was a Corporal in the US Marine Corps, serving during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Trafford American Legion Post # 331. John was an avid golfer, although his greatest joy was spending time with his family.
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July 08, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
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 07, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Dennis W. Peer Sr., 68, of Greensburg, passed away July 6, 2022. He was born May 20, 1954 in
Wilkinsburg, a son of the late R. Wayne and Gladys (Gongaware) Peer. Dennis was self- employed as a meter technician and a veteran of the US Air Force. Dennis was a graduate of Trafford High School class of 1973 and a member of Adamsburg VFD Social Club. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, his Corvettes and muscle cars in general. He also enjoyed car and air shows shows and loved his Boston Bull Terriers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jimmie Beth. He is survived by his son, Dennis Peer Jr. and his wife, Darcy; daughter, Kaitlin Peer; sister, Connie (John) Barra; granddaughter, Annabelle. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 12 noon in Adamsburg Fire Department. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Adamsburg Volunteer Fire Department. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
July 06, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Eddreena Marie "Diz" Morrow, 63, of Clairton passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2022. She was born December 16, 1958 in Monongahela and is the daughter of the late Edward Michael and Pearl Kathleen (Byrand) Seach. Diz was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School and went on to becoming a Nurse's Assistant for many years at the Mount Vernon of Elizabeth Assisted Living. She is survived by her sisters, Sharon (Daniel) Pacich of Clairton, Kathleen Cassady of Fort Myers, FL, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Diz was preceded in death by her sister, Deborah Kerfonta, and her uncle, Jack Byrand. Friends are welcome Saturday, July 9, 2022 from 2-4pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston PA 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
July 06, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rebecca Dakin, 64, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Redstone Highlands, Greensburg. She was born November 1, 1957 in McKeesport, daughter of the late Lloyd E. and Dorothy (Kondrich) Dakin. Before her retirement, Rebecca taught at Penn Hills High School, where she was named Teacher of the Year. She was a member of the Ardara Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Becky was a passionate teacher, a master quilter, and a trusted mentor. She was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, and will be deeply missed. She is survived by her siblings, Deborah, Loretta, and Lloyd Dakin. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held on July 13, 2022 at 11 am at Ardara Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 3380 Nehrig Hill Road, Ardara, PA 15615. In lieu of flowers, her family suggests donations to the Westmoreland Food Bank or Wounded Warriors. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
July 06, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dolores Jean Goga, 87, of McKeesport, passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at Kane Regional Center in Scott Twp. She was born June 7, 1935 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Mamrak) Kepich. She was the wife of the late Raymond George Goga, who passed away August 29, 1977. Dolores graduated from McKeesport High School in 1953. She worked at Balsamo's and the memorial theatre in McKeesport during high school. After graduation she worked at Westinghouse Air Brake in Wilmerding. Later, she also worked briefly as a caregiver and then in the purchasing department of Allegheny County. Dolores loved being a homemaker and took pride in her home, she loved having her grandchildren come to visit and enjoyed taking them on day trips when they were young. Christmas baking was another favorite activity; in addition to sewing and several other crafts.
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July 06, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
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 Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Roy D. Meyer Sr., age 77, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at home. Born in Homestead on April 17, 1945, he was the son of the late Nevin Meyer Sr. and the late Gloria (Fricke) Nodd. Roy was a retired carpenter having worked at various construction companies in Pittsburgh and Richmond, VA. He was a former member of Immanuel Presbyterian Church in McKeesport and the First Presbyterian Church in Duquesne, where he was an elder. He also attended culinary school, was a humanitarian, had a tremendous sense of humor, was always very funny, was a master joke teller and had thousands of jokes. He loved to dance with his wife, enjoyed traveling, fishing, throwing darts, ice and roller skating. A friend to all, he was a member of the Dravosburg American Legion, American Croatian Club in Duquesne, the Prince Humbert Club and was an honor graduate of Schwaub Technical School. Roy is the loving and devoted husband, for 33 years, of Donna (Scerba) Meyer and was a loving son, father, brother, grandfather and uncle. There will be no services or visitation. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
July 06, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joseph "Joe" E. Toth Jr., 89, of Donora, formerly of Clairton passed away at home on Tuesday, July 5, 2022. He was born January 8, 1933 in Clairton and is the son of the late Joseph E. Toth Sr. and the late Anna (Evans) Toth. Now a Veteran, Joe served in the Army from 1953 until 1955 where he was honorably discharged just 6 months shy of the end of the Korean War. After, he went school, now known as Triangle Tech, where he became a Draftsman, working for a few different companies throughout the years. He was also a long time member of Triumph of the Holy Cross - St. Clare of Assisi.
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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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July 06, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Maryann Pociask, 80, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2022. She was born September 3, 1941 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Herbert J. and Violet (Rudolph) Campbell. She was the wife of the late Paul J. Pociask who passed away January 22, 2016. She was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Township and served as Treasurer there for over 20 years. She was a retired Administrative Assistant at the former PNC Bank in Elizabeth and had previousley worked for the former Union National Bank.
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