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Paul T. Hrezo

January 12, 2022 |

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Paul T. Hrezo, age 80, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Clairton, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a retired maintenance person for Philotechnics. An Air Force veteran serving during the Vietnam War, he was a member of St. John 23rd Parish in Elrama and American Legion Post 75 in Clairton. Born May 16, 1941 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late John M. and Pauline (Dzubay) Hrezo and husband of the late Rinelda “Suzie” (Sopko) Hrezo and Carol A. (Stout) Hrezo. He is survived by his son, Brian (Kathy) Hrezo of Warner Robins, GA; daughter, Kim (Jay) Ludwig of Clairton; grandchildren, Brandon and Molly Hrezo, Joshua, Jori and Kristofer Ludwig, and Tyler and Scott Herchelroath; great-grandchildren, Lillanna, Madelynn, Owen, Kinsley and Jaxx Herchelroath; his late Suzie's children, Toy Kildow of Elizabeth, Susann (Angelo) Donofrio of Long Island, NY, Alexa Siemon of Elizabeth Twp., Joseph (Helene) Sopko of Level Green, and their children; also, nieces and nephews.

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Daniel A. Cochran, Sr.

January 12, 2022 |

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Daniel A. Cochran, Sr., age 101 of Clairton, passed away at home on Tuesday, January 11, 2022.  Born October 18, 1920 in Clairton, he was a son of the late George D. and Helen (Allen) Cochran. 

A retired stationary engineer at US Steel - Clairton Works, Daniel was a US Marine Corps Veteran of World War II, a member of the former First United Methodist Church of Clairton, and a former member of both the Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge of Dravosburg and the VFW Post #803 in Wilson.  Daniel is survived by his wife Geraldine (Brown) Alderson Cochran; his son Daniel A. (Barbara) Cochran, Jr. of Upper St. Clair; his grandsons Robert (Amy) Cochran and their children Dean and Noah and Kenneth (Arrissa) Cochran and their children Alexander and Hannah; his step-children William D. (Sharon) Alderson, Jr. of Midland, MI; Donna Jean (Joe) Bartolomeo of Cape Coral, FL, David G. (Danette) Alderson of Jefferson Hills, Janine (Gary) Larsen of Tennessee, and Jonette A. (Paul) Emsurak of Elizabeth; his brother George Cochran; his sister Naomi Weis; and many step-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. 

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Barbara Granovitz

January 11, 2022 |

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Barbara Granovitz, age 82 of White Oak, passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2022 in UPMC Shadyside Hospital.  Born February 7, 1939 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Ann C. Bell.  A former registered nurse at both  Allegheny General Hospital and Western Psychiatric Hospital, Barbara also worked as a realtor for Coldwell Banker in Squirrel Hill.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Samuel M. Granovitz and her brothers Richard and Robin Bell.  Barbara is survived by her son Michael (Dina) Granovitz of Elizabeth Twp.; her grandchildren Grace, Gabriella, and Eden; and her brother Michael Bell of California. 

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Terry E. Wagner

January 10, 2022 |

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Terry E. Wagner, age 78, of Buena Vista, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022 at Monongahela Valley Hospital. He was a retired machinist and fireman for U.S. Steel Clairton Works. A Navy veteran serving during the Vietnam War, he was a lifetime member and former chief of the Buena Vista Volunteer Fire Company and a former member of the Mon-Yough Fire Defense Council. He was a former member of the Loyal Order of Moose in Crescent City, FL and spent his winters in Daytona Beach, FL since 1999. He was an avid gardener, hunter, NASCAR, and Bluegrass music fan. He spent many summers on his mountain in Meyersdale hunting with his nephews, David and Josh. Born September 9, 1943 in Indiana, he was a son of the late Owen C. and Iva D. (Cessna) Wagner. He is survived by his daughters, Jennifer Wagner of Elizabeth Twp. and Lisa (James Letham) Wagner of Buena Vista; sister, Irene (John) Shaffer of Ebensburg; Jennifer and Lisa's mother, Karen Wagner of Elizabeth Twp.; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Dwight, Milford and Wayne Wagner, and nephews, Darren and Tommy Wagner and Gregg "Buddy" Leipertz Jr. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 from 3-7 PM. A funeral service will take place on Thursday at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Friends are also invited to a Celebration of Life gathering - even if unable to attend the service - at the Buena Vista Fire Hall Thursday at 1 PM. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Deborah Kay Rogers

January 10, 2022 |

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Deborah Kay Rogers, age 67 of Tarentum, passed away on Friday, January 7, 2022 in UPMC Shadyside.  Born January 25, 1954 in Charleston, WV, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Georgia (Clark) Harper.  A graduate of the Community College of Allegheny County, Deborah was also preceded in death by her brothers Billy and Danny and grandson David.  She is survived by her husband Mark V. Rogers, Sr.; her children Daniel Harper of Portersville,  Dareen Harper of Millvale, Angel Harper, Alisha (Fred) Fricks of Liberty Borough, and Samantha (James) Frederick of Tarentum; her thirteen grandchildren; her ten great-grandchildren;  her siblings Rene Placosh, Linda Fisher, Cheryl Stewart, Sharon Harper, and Denzil Harper; and also dozens of nieces and nephews. 

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James R. "Jim" Lomis

January 06, 2022 |

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James R. "Jim" Lomis, age 78 of Munhall and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, January 6, 2022 in Eldercrest Nursing Center, Munhall.  Born October 14, 1943 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Margaret Lomis. Jim was a former member of the First Presbyterian Church of Clairton and participated in the Special Olympics, winning medals in bowling.  An avid Ricky Nelson Fan, he loved listening to his records.  Jim enjoyed strumming the guitar, tinkering with electronics, juke boxes, watching “The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet,” playing bingo, and going to Kennywood.  Most of all, he enjoyed being with his family.  Jim was survived by his numerous cousins.  In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his aunt and caretaker Irene Helman and his grandfather John Lomis.

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Anna Sowa Williams

January 06, 2022 |

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Anna (Casperson) Sowa Williams, age 97, of Forward Twp., passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Grandview Estates in Elizabeth Twp. She retired after 33 years as a clerk and typist for the West Jefferson Hills School District. She was a former member of Ella Hollow Bible Church and a former member of the Happy Go Lucky Square Dance Club. Born December 24, 1924 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Mary (Bailey) Casperson and wife of the late Louis R. Williams. She is survived by daughter, Janet (Tony) Homa of Elizabeth Twp.; special grandson, Anthony Homa Jr. of Elizabeth Twp.; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, Jerome H. Sowa Jr.; sisters, Jean Efaw and Doris Caley; and brothers, Harry Jr. and Andrew Casperson. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, January 10, 2022 from 11 AM until the time of service at 1 PM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow in Richland Cemetery, Dravosburg. Memorial contributions may be made to Anova Home Health Care System, 17 McKean Avenue, Charleroi, PA 15022. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Harry D. Thomas Jr.

January 04, 2022 |

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Harry D. Thomas Jr., age 80, of Lincoln Borough, passed away on Monday, January 3, 2022 at home. He retired after 38 years as a vicing foreman for U.S. Steel Clairton Works. He was a social member of the Lincoln Borough Volunteer Fire Company and a former president of TriValley Communications. He loved horses and enjoyed horseback riding. Born August 3, 1941 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Harry D. Thomas Sr. and the late Helen (Dugan) Thomas. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ruth A. (Puckey) Thomas; daughter, Laura (Gil) Fischer of Forward Twp.; sons, Jeffrey Scott (Sue) Thomas of Forward Twp. and Robert (Terez Marrin) Thomas of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Christopher and Ryan Thomas and Haley Fischer; sister, Lorine Chisholm of Elizabeth; brothers, Dennis (Jackie) Thomas of North Carolina, Terrence Thomas of Oklahoma and Rodney Thomas of Maryland; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Christopher Shawn Thomas. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, January 7, 2022 from 12 Noon until the time of service at 2 PM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Edward Pehanich officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Joan L. Scherbo

January 04, 2022 |

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Joan L. Scherbo, age 75 of Versailles, passed away on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.  Born November 18, 1946 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Ann (Puchalik) Vukovcan and wife of the late Michael Scherbo who passed away July 7, 2020.  Joan is survived by her son John Scherbo of Versailles, her sisters Dee Vukovcan of McKeesport and Patricia Kisic of New Kensington, and her niece Lori Hamilton. 

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Jeffrey D. Pavlic

January 04, 2022 |

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Jeffrey D. Pavlic, age 58 of North Huntingdon, went home to be with Jesus, Our Lord and Savior on Monday, January 3, 2022. Born October 15, 1963, he is the son of Daniel and Nancy (Dziak) Pavlic of Elizabeth Twp. An honors student at Elizabeth Forward High School and Robert Morris University, where he was a double major in accounting and computer science, Jeffrey worked as a computer engineering specialist for Highmark and was the co-owner of the New Great Valley Lanes in North Versailles.  Jeffrey was also an exceptional golfer, bowler, bridge player, and “Canadian” fisherman. All in all, he was a generous, kind, smart, funny, and Godly man who was a blessing to his family for far too short. His loss will leave a hole in their lives and hearts, and they will love and miss him terribly. Besides his parents, Jeffrey is survived by his loving wife Denise “Dee” (Haley) Pavlic; his son Josh of Irwin; his grandson Cody; his sisters Karen (Johnny) Aromando and Pam (Charles) Cubelic, both of Ingomar; his nieces and nephews Danny (Emily) and Christian Aromando and Elizabeth, Victoria, and Chuckie Cubelic; his mother-and-father-in-law Flo and Bill Haley; his brother-in-law Bill (Cyndee) Haley and their children. 

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Bonita Clark

January 04, 2022 |

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Bonita (Burke) Clark, age 74, of Elizabeth, passed away on Monday, January 3, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. An Army veteran serving during the Vietnam War, she loved her sewing machine, puzzles and bingo, and enjoyed spending time at Community LIFE in McKeesport. Born February 13, 1947 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Jean (Surovy) Burke and wife of the late Richard "Ricky" L. Clark Sr. She is survived by daughters, Lynn Ann Clark of McKeesport and Wendy (Casey) Van Schooten of Monongahela; son, Richard L. (Amy Kilburn) Clark Jr. of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Patricia (Sai) Reyes, and Christina, David, Kelsey and Karlee Clark; four great-grandchildren; sisters, Geri (John) Williams of Mechanicsburg, Jeannette (John) Peairs of Lincoln Borough, Maria Burke of Pittsburgh and Sue (Mike) Burnett of Newnan, GA; brother, David (Denise) Burke of Elizabeth; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by brother, Charles W. Burke. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, January 6, 2022 from 5-8 PM. A Funeral Service will take place on Friday, January 7, 2022 at 10 AM in the funeral home 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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Timothy W. Helfrich

January 03, 2022 |

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Timothy W. Helfrich, age 53 of Irwin, passed away at home on Monday, January 3, 2022.  Born February 4, 1968 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Paul J. and Jean (McCauley) Helfrich.  A US Marine Corps Veteran of the Persian Gulf War, Timothy is survived by his siblings Barbara Helfrich, Vincent Helfrich, Christopher (Debbie) Helfrich, Paula (John) Orndorff, and Nicholas (Tammy) Helfrich.  Besides his parents, Timothy was preceded in death by his brother Francis (Sharon) Helfrich. 

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John S. Shiner, Jr.

January 03, 2022 |

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John S. Shiner, Jr., age 75 of Liberty Borough, passed away at home on Wednesday, December 29, 2021.  Born May 27, 1946 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late John Shiner, Sr. and Juliana Marie (Jezdauskas) Shiner.  A retired mechanic for Siemens/Westinghouse - Waltz Mill in Madison, John was a Veteran of the US Army.  Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Anita L. (Scapellato) Shiner, who passed away August 23, 2002.  He is survived by his sister Adela Shiner of Lake Worth Beach, FL; his stepsons Thomas (Desiree) Moore of Jefferson Hills and Christopher Moore of North Versailles; his grandchildren Katrina Exton, Caleb Moore, Jack and Abby Krysinski,  and Amanda and Tyler Henderson; and his great-grandchild Perri Henderson.  

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Patrick John Skrinjorich

January 03, 2022 |

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Patrick John Skrinjorich, age 37, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital. He was a laborer and an avid Steeler fan. Born January 3, 1984 in McKeesport, he was a son of Rebecca Ann Skrinjorich of Clairton and the late James V. McNeil. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his son, PJ Skrinjorich at home; sisters, Erin Skrinjorich at home, Emily McNeil of Elizabeth and Nicole McNeil; maternal grandmother, Dolores Skrinjorich of Jefferson Hills; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, January 6, 2022 from 1 PM until the time of Blessing at 3 PM with Deacon Victor Satter officiating. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Helen E. DeCicco

January 03, 2022 |

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Helen E. DeCicco, age 96 of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022 in ProMedica Nursing Home and Rehabilitation, Whitehall.  Born July 23, 1925 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Alexander and Josephine (Gennari) Cola.  A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton, Helen worked at area supermarkets, such as Foodland, Whitey's, Marraccini's, and Spagnolas and loved being out working with the public there.  She enjoyed playing pinochle with her sister and dear friends, visiting the casino, watching football and rooting on the Steelers, and attending dances around the area with her husband at places like the local VFWs and the Swedish Singing Society in McKeesport.  Helen was also a member of the Thursday Night Duck Pin league in Glassport, but most of all, she relished being with her family, especially her dear great-grandchildren.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late Louis DeCicco, who passed away May 15, 1995, and her sisters: Eva Stoffiere, Nancy Kohan, and Jean Ferrari.  Helen is survived by her daughter Lisa (David) Teolis of Elizabeth Twp.; her grandchildren Marisa (Nicholas) Costanzo of Jefferson Hills and Carmen (Stephanie) Teolis of McCandless; her great-grandchildren Adrianna and Juliet Costanzo and Luca, Dante, and Alexander Teolis; her sister Louise Mallozzi of Elizabeth Twp.; and also nieces and nephews.

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