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Beverly Ann Putz

April 24, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Beverly Ann Putz, age 72, of Greenock, died on April 22, 2023, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.  Born September 9, 1950, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John H. and Sarah (Plopi) Rybarczyk.

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Gordon E. Heckman Jr.

April 24, 2023 |

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

Gordon E. Heckman Jr., age 69, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at home. He was a cabinet builder for Cleanetics in West Elizabeth. A Navy veteran, he was a former member of the Elizabeth Moose and an active member of the Elizabeth Volunteer Fire Co. Born September 27, 1953 in New Eagle, he was a son of Grace (Trasp) Heckman and the late Gordon E. Heckman Sr. In addition to his mother, with whom he resided, he is survived by daughter, Jennifer (Scott) Boyce of Virginia Beach, VA; grandchildren, Noah and Emily Boyce; sister, Cynthia (Jeff) Lawson of Clairton; nieces and nephews, Heather (Damien), Janelle (Kyle) and Matt (Courtney); great-nieces and nephews, Collin, Nevaeh, Ann Marie and baby Hank on the way; aunt, Caroline Elliott of Long Island, NY; also, cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 from 11 AM until the time of service at 2 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jeff Riker officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Gregory "Frog" Gooch

April 24, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Gregory "Frog" Jay Gooch, age 67, of Versailles, died April 17, 2023. Born October 7, 1955, he was the son of the late John and Eleanor (Lindberg) Gooch. Greg retired in 2021 from ELG Metals in McKeesport.

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Rudolph P. "Blue Jay" Gori

April 22, 2023 |

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

Rudolph P. "Blue Jay" Gori, age 78 of Clairton, passed away at home on Friday, April 21, 2023.  Born July 16, 1944 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Rudolph and Magdalene (Benedetto) Gori.  A US Air Force Veteran serving during the Vietnam War, Blue Jay worked for 34 years at GM's Fisher Body Plant in West Mifflin.  He was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church; the American Legion Daniel Keffer Post #75, and the Sons of Columbus Santa Maria Council #4, all in Clairton.  Blue Jay was also an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, especially the Steelers and Pitt.

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Nancy Bitkowski

April 22, 2023 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Nancy (Yenchenko) Bitkowski, 81 of Clairton, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Friday, April 21^st, 2023, at her home. She was born in Pittsburgh on July 14^th, 1941, to the late Trafim and Mary (Pancrato) Yenchenko. Nancy was the loving wife of 59 years to the late Leonard T. Bitkowski. She is survived by her daughters Sherri (Scott) Basch of Jefferson Hills and Pamela (Jerry) Angotti of Clairton. Surviving grandchildren include Nathan, Michael, Jeremy, Tom, and Gabrielle, as well as great-grandchildren Mason, Oliver, and Gia. Further survivors include a multitude of nieces, nephews, and friends. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband Leonard Bitkowski Sr., son Leonard Bitkowski Jr., daughter Lisa Snyder, grandson Jarad Angotti, sisters Olga and Pauline Yenchenko, and brothers Raymond, David, Jack, Leonard, and Donald Yenchenko. She enjoyed gardening, shopping, and spending time with her beloved family. Nancy served meals to students at the West Jefferson Hills School District for over 44 years. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6^th St, Clairton, PA 15025. Inurnment will occur privately. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Nancy’s name to St. Jude, Light of Life Rescue Mission, or Animal Friends. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

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William Davis

April 22, 2023 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

William “Bill” Davis, 77 of Clairton, formerly of Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, April 21^st, 2023, at his home. He was born in McKeesport on July 12^th, 1945, to the late Charles P. Sr., and Rose M. (Barna) Davis. William was the loving husband of 47 years to the late Helen Davis. He is survived by children Amber Paluti of Waynesburg and Rebecca Davis of Clairton and brother Charles Davis Jr. of Ohio. Further survivors include grandchildren Christy Paluti, Jonathan Davis, Kristin Davis, Samantha Rush, Jordan Jones, as well as great-grandchildren Randol, Layla, and Delilah, and nieces and nephews. William was preceded in death by his son William Michael Davis, daughter Helen Charmaine Davis, sisters Gloria Jean Connay and Barbara Laffey, and dog Petie. He was the former owner of Billy’s Pizza as well as a volunteer for Jefferson Hospital. He enjoyed puzzles and listening to the radio, as well as having great talents as a jack of all trades. William also loved the John Wick movies and could often be found listening to Bob Seger’s song Like a Rock. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, April 25^th, 2023, from 9-10 AM at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6^th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place at the funeral following the visitation at 10 AM. Interment will occur at Round Hill Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

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William J. "Will" Hodnik

April 21, 2023 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

 

William J. "Will" Hodnik, 49, of Port Vue, died April 20, 2023.  He is the son of the late Thomas and Roberta (Raine) Hodnik.  He is survived by his life partner Toni (Catanzaro) Brundage; children William "Billy" (Diamond Vargo) Hodnik, Trisha (Joseph) Jordan and Brittany (Norman) Nowak; grandchildren Payton, Layla, Niyah, Bailee, River and 2 more on the way, including his first biological granddaughter Octavia Hodnik; brother Thomas Hodnik; sisters Tammy (John) Rymarowicz and Amber Hodnik; also nieces, nephews, aunt and uncles.  Will was employed by Don Farr Moving Company.  He loved video games, cooking out with family and friends and watching Steelers football.  Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Sun. from 2 to 7.

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Ruth Ann Bendel

April 21, 2023 |

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

Ruth Ann Bendel, age 66, of Liberty Borough, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at UPMC Presbyterian. She retired from the accounting department at Liberty USA and also worked for Johnson Chimney Sweep. A former member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., she enjoyed being with family and friends. Born March 1, 1957 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Jennie (Noga) Bendel. She is survived by her sons, Joseph Vance and Harrison Vance, both of Liberty Borough; grandson, Theseus Vance; and sister, Gloria (Gary) Saylor of Royersford. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, April 23, 2023 from 1 PM until the time of service in the funeral home chapel at 3 PM with Rev. Josh officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Richard Clay “Smokey” Stover

April 20, 2023 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Richard Clay “Smokey” Stover, Retired Lt. Commander, USN, age 91, of West Newton, formerly of White Oak, PA, died Tuesday, March 28, 2023. He was born in Pittsburgh on February 9, 1932, and is the son of the late Samuel C. and Helen McCord Stover.

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Raymond N. Costa

April 20, 2023 |

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

Raymond N. Costa, age 63, of Herminie, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. A skilled master plumber for 35 years, he was a hard worker and retired after many years as owner and operator of Ray Costa Plumbing in West Newton. Born October 12, 1959 in New Eagle, he was a son of the late Herman and Betty (Cathell) Costa and husband of 34 years of the late Trisha J. (Skiles) Costa. He is survived by sons, Nick Costa of Greensburg and Alex Costa of Herminie; sisters, Nancy Wiley of West Mifflin, Donna Fuller of Elrama, Mary Ann (Bob) Zoller of Pleasant Hills, Goldie (Ron) Lorch of Elrama and Debbie (Terry) Piper of White Oak; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by sister, Betty Collage. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Claudia J. Sowerby

April 19, 2023 |

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

Claudia J. Sowerby, 85, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. She was born January 10, 1938 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Charles and Jean (Schrieber) Hartzell. She was the wife of the late Frederick C. "Fritz" Sowerby who passed away September 7, 2013. Claudia was a member of the Milligans Cove Christian Church in Bedford.

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Marcella A. Markham

April 19, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Marcella Markham, age 83, of White Oak, died at home on April 19, 2023.  Born October 16, 1939, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Anna (Gidick) Saunders and the wife of Fred Markham.  Marcella was an avid bingo player and enjoyed trips to the casino.  She was the backbone of her family and loved to spoil her three little dogs.

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Lisa Ann Coleman

April 18, 2023 |

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

Lisa Ann (Harkins) Coleman, age 55, of Elrama, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2023 at Allegheny General Hospital. She retired as a sales consultant for Verizon and was part owner of Big Girls Barbecue. A graduate of Ringgold High School, she enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, and loved her family and three dogs. Born May 1, 1967 in Monongahela, she was a daughter of the late Donald and Sally (Walters) Harkins. She is survived by her husband, David Coleman, whom she was with for 28 years and married for 22 years; daughters, Stephanie Uremovich of Bridgeville and Tiffany Merolillo of Pittsburgh; siblings, Jenny (Bob) Bane of Charleroi, Leroy (Madeline) Harkins of Elrama, Keith (Renae) Harkins of Elizabeth Twp. and Scott (Karen) Harkins of New Eagle; sister-in-law, Felicia Harkins of Charleroi; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Donald Harkins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, April 20, 2023 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A Funeral Service will take place on Friday, April 21, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, SW Region, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh , PA 15205. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Sandy Watazychyn

April 18, 2023 |

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

Sandy (Lawlor) Watazychyn, age 68, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. Born March 3, 1955 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Patrick and Lillian (Hart) Lawlor and wife of the late Ronald P. Watazychyn. She is survived by sons, Nick Watazychyn of Jefferson Hills and Craig Watazychyn of South Park; sisters, Patty Yustince of Whitehall and Debbie Roesch of Pleasant Hills; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Roy S. Winkles

April 18, 2023 |

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

Roy S. Winkles, age 73, formerly of Connecticut, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at Arden Courts. He retired as proprietor/management consultant for Roy S. Winkles Consulting. Roy had also been a senior partner at  Diamond Management & Technology Consultants in Chicago, Il., Strategic Planning Associates in Washington D.C., Wilton Consulting Group in Wilton, Ct., and was a Senior Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company in New York City. After receiving his MBA from Columbia University in NYC he joined Proctor & Gamble’s marketing area. He enjoyed tennis, golf, skiing and biking. Born April 23, 1949 in Battlecreek, MI, he was a son of the late John S. and Louise (Boba) Winkles. He is survived by his son, Jon-Francis Stanton Winkles of Pittsburgh; daughter, Anne Winkles of Los Angeles, CA; sister, Laurie Gray of Monavale, Australia; and former wife, Madaline Winkles of Delray Beach, FL. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.