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Gary Wrigley

April 03, 2024 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Gary Charles Wrigley 73 of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday April 2nd, 2024 at his home. He was born in McKeesport on June 30th, 1950 to the late Arthur and Mary Strausser Wrigley. Gary is survived by his brother Arthur H. Wrigley of West Mifflin, niece Tebring Daly of Murphy Tx, and great niece Liliana and great nephew Tyler of Murphy Tx. Gary was preceded in death by his parents. He worked as a mover for Allied Van Lines for 30 years. He was a member of Lebanon Presbyterian Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. Interment will be held at Lebanon Church Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


Henry William Bonadio

April 02, 2024 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Henry William Bonadio, 87, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024.  He was born on August 23, 1936 in Vanderbilt and was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Pepe) Bonadio.  Hank was a 1955 Graduate of Glassport High School, where he met his loving wife of 55 years, Linda Gail (Shuster) who passed in March 2015.  Hank served in the Army National Guard and worked for the McKeesport Daily News.  He moved into Grocery Retail Sales with Tenser, Phipps & Leeper and soon after, got an opportunity to do wholesale work with Nestle Candy.  He soon became the head of HBA/Candy at Atlas Sales.  His biggest opportunity came when the market was starting to talk about new business ventures called “convenience stores”.  Hank would become one of the top producers selling “Slim Jim” meat snacks for GoodMark Foods.  He was affectionately called “Slim Jim Hank”.  Hank was named Candy Ambassador of the Year in 1985 and four years later, inducted into the Candy Hall of Fame in Hershey, PA.  He was a past president and board member of the Pittsburgh Candy Club, and in 1989, started the annual Halloween Candy Distribution to patients at Pittsburgh’s Children’s Hospital.  Hank had a natural gift to sell, and every customer quickly became a friend.  After retiring from his sales career in 1998, he devoted more time to the family business, R-Place Restaurant, Catering and Bakery in Elizabeth Township.

 
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Hilda Youngerman

April 02, 2024 |

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

Hilda M. Youngerman, age 81 of North Huntingdon, passed away on April 1, 2024 at RNC Greensburg. She was born on March 20, 1943 in Duquesne, a daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Newcomb Brown. Hilda enjoyed knitting and looked forward to playing bingo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Ken Youngerman, son Ken Youngerman Jr., and daughters Lisa, Amy, and Jennifer. Hilda is survived by her brother Ray Brown (Helen) and sister, Mary Simpson (Mark). There will be no public visitation. Burial will take place in Long Run Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Daisy Louise (Curry) Simmons

April 02, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Daisy Louise (Curry) Simmons, 87, died March 19, 2024. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2024, at Fresh Word Ministries, 119 South 5th St., Duquesne, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 6, 2024. Interment will follow in Homewood Cemetery. Arrangements are in charge of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc.

 


Gertrude M. Zalac

April 01, 2024 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Gertrude M. Zalac, 89, of Glassport, died March 27, 2024.  She is the daughter of the late John and Helen (Kucienski) Krol and beloved wife of  62 years, of the late George A. "Tookie" Zalac.  She was preceded in death by her son Gregory Zalac; sisters Irene (Michael) Bagay, Laura Gavola, Louise (John) Slifko, Stella (Harry) Piatt, Theresa (Verne) Montinari and Blanche Krol and brothers Chester, Joseph, Walter, John and Stanley Krol.  Gertrude is survived by her grandchildren Brandon, Ashley, Karli and Kristy Zalac; great granddaughters Karina Zalac and Jaylle Branchack; also many nieces and nephews.  She was a member of St. Joachim & Anne Parish and was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother.  Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Fri. from noon to 1:00 pm at which time a funeral mass will be held at Queen of the Rosary Church.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Anne's Home, 683 Angela Dr., Greensburg Pa 15601 or St. Joachim & Anne Parish, 101 McLay Dr., Elizabeth Pa 15037.

 


Judah Lee Pace

April 01, 2024 |

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

Judah Lee Pace, infant son of Nathan and Amy Eichelberger Pace, died Friday, March 29, 2024 at UPMC Magee Hospital. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother Leon, maternal grandparents, Steve and Laureen Eichelberger, paternal grandparents, Steve and Brenda Pace, maternal great grandparents, Frank and Jan Eichelberger, paternal great grandmother, Carol Pace, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Services will be private. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangments. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Emma's footprints. www.emmasfootprints.com

 


Paul Dzikiy

April 01, 2024 |

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

Paul Dzikiy, age 73 of North Huntingdon died March 29, 2024 at his home. He was born December 26, 1950 in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late Paul and Elizabeth Ortciger Dzikiy. Paul was a graduate of Edinboro University and attended Pitt and Penn State to further his education. He was a hard working, loving father who enjoyed sports. Growing up he played both baseball and basketball. Additional hobbies included bird hunting, fishing, golf and billiards. Prior to his retirement in 2009 Paul was employed by the East Allegheny School District. He taught 6th grade at Westinghouse and Title One Math at Green Valley School. He is survived by three daughters, Heather Fisherowski (Rich), Stefani Wasil (Ralph) Lindsy Garner (Jason), one brother Keith Dzikiy (Tina), four sisters, Betty Hughes (Charlie), Barb Doust (Rob), Paula Bradley (Ray), Karen Harvey (Dave), 2 grandchildren, Evelyn Wasil, Olivia Garner , numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no public visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 


Daniel Mickey Nicora

March 29, 2024 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Daniel Mickey Nicora, 80, of Boston, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024. He was born April 21, 1943 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Peter and Mary (Gavrus) Nicora. He was retired from CPI Industries in Christy Park. Daniel was a hard working and honest man. He loved his family very much, especially his children and grandchildren and enjoyed the many trips that they took together. 

 
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Latoya Lynn Bentley

March 29, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Latoya Lynn Bentley was born June 29, 1977, in McKeesport, PA. The daughter of the late Phyllis Bentley of McKeesport, PA. and, James Preston McKissick of McKeesport, PA.

Latoya was educated in McKeesport Area Schools. After graduating high school, Latoya worked at McKeesport Hospital in the area of hospital sterilization and was also a Nurses Aid working in Home Health Care.

Latoya loved the Lord and loved going to church. She always took her grandkids to church with her.

She was affectionately known as “Toy” by all who knew her. She was a great mother, very supportive and caring.  After the passing of her mother, she became the backbone of her family.

 
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Arnetta Elaine Walker

March 29, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Arnetta Elaine Walker, 59, of Duquesne, was born March 27, 1964, in Homestead, PA.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Emory Jr. and Christine (Swayzer) Mariner, granddaughter of the late Dixie and Etta Mae (Morton) Swayzer.

Arnetta was a 1982 graduate of Steel Valley High School. She later furthered her education at Florida A&M University (FAMU) studying social work.

Arnetta’s first job as a teenager was at Giant Eagle; after attending college she worked as a corrections officer for the Florida Department of Corrections in Ocala, Florida. When Arnetta moved back to Homestead, she began working with troubled youth at the Whale’s Tale and The Academy before going to work at the PA Department of Human Services at the Public Welfare Office where she was currently still employed having 23 years.

 
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Gary J. Capaccione

March 29, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Gary J. Capaccione, 71, of North Huntingdon, died Tuesday March 26, 2024. He was born January 16, 1953 in Braddock, a son of the late Peter A. Capaccione Sr. and Florence M. (Macura) Capaccione and was also preceded in death by his brother Peter A. Capaccione Jr. Gary was a retired mechanic working for the American Motors dealership in Wilkinsburg and then Acutus Gladwin in East Pittsburgh. Gary was a good hearted person and neighbor who was a caregiver for his late mother and also cared for stray animals. He liked cars and hot-rodding. He is survived by his brother Daniel J. Capaccione of North Huntingdon. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 9 a.m. Tuesday in St. Elizabeth Seton Church with Rev. John Moineau, officiating. Interment will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.

 


William “Bill” P. Bone II

March 29, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

William “Bill” P. Bone II, age 73, of North Huntingdon, passed away March 26, 2024. He was born July 26, 1950 in Bethesda, Maryland, a son of the late William P. and Shirley June Marie (Howard) Bone. He was a 22 year Army veteran that specialized in tank maintenance and served in many locations including Germany and Alaska. After the military he worked in maintenance for 5 years at Kmart. Bill enjoyed owning and racing 4 cylinder stock cars while living in Louisiana. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers Lyle Bone and Thomas O’Neal. He is survived by his wife of over 47 years Sharon L. (McCracken) Bone; son William P. Bone III of North Huntingdon; brothers Michael and Edward O’Neal; and sister Georgia Johnson.

 
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Bessie I. (Gongaware) Christenson

March 29, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Bessie I. (Gongaware) Christenson, 100, of Irwin, passed away Monday March 25, 2024. She was born August 18, 1923, in North Huntingdon, a daughter of the late Jessiah and Myrtle (Billingsley) Gongaware. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Earl A. Christenson; siblings Gertrude Lamison, Violet Loughner, Ella Holder, Elmer Gongaware, and Leonard Gongaware. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Irwin, and prior to retirement she worked as a secretary at O'Brien Eye Care, Irwin. Bessie is survived by her sister Naomi B. Kapelar of Irwin; and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Friends and family will be received from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, at the William Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday in the funeral home with Rev. John Gropp officiating. Interment will be private. Donations in Bessie's name can be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church, 612 Chestnut Street, Irwin, PA 15642. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.

 


Leonard “Leo” H. McCurdy

March 29, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Leonard “Leo” H. McCurdy, age 80, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, March 25, 2024. He was born March 5, 1944 in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late Cyrus and Christine (Long) McCurdy. He had his own furniture refinishing and repair company for over 25 years and drove school bus for Penn Trafford. Leo was hard working, loved gardening, camping and riding his motorcycle. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers Thomas and George McCurdy; and sister Nellie Lehr. He is survived by his wife of over 59 years Linda L. (McDonough) McCurdy; children Jami Knox of North Huntingdon and Jay (Mindy) McCurdy of Monroeville; grandchildren Ryann Knox, Devin McCurdy, Cameron McCurdy; Taylor (Jared) Crossland, Ryan Margolis and Lexi Margolis; and sister-in-law Margaret McCurdy of Turtle Creek. Friends and family will be received Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Agnes Catholic Church in North Huntingdon. Private interment will be at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Irwin. Memorial Contributions can be made the American Heart Association at www.heart.org. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.

 


Lee Ann Shidel

March 29, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Lee Ann Shidel, 63, of Jeannette, died Monday March 25, 2024 at home. She was born June 11, 1960 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Richard J. Sr. and Mary Jo (Powers) Shidel. Lee is survived by her siblings, Karen Mohan and her husband Patrick of North Huntingdon, Mary Jo Bussard McQueen of Jacobs Creek, Richard J. Shidel Jr. and wife Sara of Adamsburg, Jodi Shidel and fiancé Nick Manning of Irwin, and Anthony Shidel and wife Kim and brother Jeffrey Shidel all of White Oak; 17 nieces and nephews; 20 great nieces and nephews; a great great niece and nephew; also aunts, uncles, and cousins. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 28, at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin. A memorial Mass will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers a contribution can be made to a local animal shelter. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.