June 28, 2023 |
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Albert Minjock, 88, of Greenock, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2023. He was born June 2, 1935 in Monongahela and was the son of the late Harry and Mary (Struniak) Minjock. Albert was a US Army Veteran. He was a retired Mold Polisher for Corning Glass in Charleroi, PA. He enjoyed watching Nascar and sports, he was an avid hunter and fisherman, and he loved going to his camp in Elk County, PA.
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June 26, 2023 |
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Katherine Ruth Miller Skripkar age 91, of White Oak, passed away Saturday, June 24, 2023. She was born May 22, 1932 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late William Robert and Agnes Louise (Reitz) Miller Tognarini. She was the wife of 62 years to the late Andrew Skripkar, who passed away September 9, 2014. Known to family as Tassy and to friends as Kay, she worked for many years at Feig’s Bakery in White Oak and later at Hills Dept. Store and Big Phoenix/Destinta Theater in North Versailles.
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June 26, 2023 |
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Dennis James McLaughlin, 72, of White Oak, passed away Saturday, June 24, 2023. He was born March 29, 1951 in McKeesport and was the son of the late James and Betty (Kiser) McLaughlin. Dennis was the Plant Manager at Elizabeth Carbide and retired after 47 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Annette Marie (Romanchak) McLaughlin, sons, Brian James (Victoria) McLaughlin of White Oak and Keith Michael (Mandy) McLaughlin of Elizabeth Township, daughter, Jamie Lynn (Andrew) Butler of White Oak, granddaughters, Allison, Sara, Mia, Avery,and Leni, sisters, Trudy (William) Roman of Elizabeth Township and Bonnie Todd of Port Vue, and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Frank Todd, III., and nephew, Frank Todd, IV. Friends are welcome Wednesday, June 28. 2023 from 1-4 and 6-8 pm., at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. 412-751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 10 am. Memorial contributions may be made to your charity. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
June 26, 2023 |
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Carol Kemp Nill, 84, most recently of Arden Courts Jefferson Hills, previously of McKeesport, Elizabeth Township, and White Oak, passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023. Born June 27, 1938 in Pittsburgh, Carol was the daughter of the late Edward L. Kemp and Carol Virginia Hemington Kemp. She graduated from Lebanon Junior High in West Mifflin and McKeesport High School. In 1960, she graduated Phi Beta Kappa from St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY. In 1960-61, she was a Rotary Fellow to the University of Bombay in India. She received an M.A. in English Literature from the University of Pittsburgh in 1963 and a Masters of Library Science from Pitt in 1968. She served as a librarian at CCAC South Campus for 10 years. Founder of Womansplace in McKeesport in 1976, she served as Executive Director for five years. Carol was a charter member of McKeesport NOW and the publisher of The McKeesport Feminist newsletter. She was also a co-founder of McKeesport Meals on Wheels and President of McKeesport Little Theater and the Pittsburgh Drama League, President of PA Golf Owners for five years, Vice President of Butler’s Golf Course, and board member of the National Golf Course Owners Association, then also Publisher of Elizabeth Township Life magazine.
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June 26, 2023 |
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Lawrence Craig “Craig” Johnson, 65, passed away on June 22, 2023, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Craig was born April 7, 1958, to Herman and Floy Johnson. He graduated from Galesburg High School, then went on to receive his bachelor's degree at Knox College. Craig then moved to Pittsburgh to further his education. His health failed and he was unable to complete that.
Craig is survived by his sisters, Leslie Fletcher and Kathy Bell, both of Galesburg, Randi (Bruce) Richardson of El Cajon, California, and Sue Carey of Katy, Texas; sister-in-law, Kristy Johnson of Galesburg; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Kaye; brothers, Bruce and Steven; and nephew, Jeff Rickords.
A memorial gathering will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Twp., (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director.
Condolences for the family may be left at www.h-p-w.com and at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
June 18, 2023 |
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James Edward Quantz, 73, of Elizabeth Township, died suddenly on Friday, June 16, 2023 while riding on the Yough Bike Trail. He was born May 28, 1950 in McKeesport and was the son of the late James Leroy and Mary Theresa (Germack) Quantz. James was retired from Keystone Oaks High School where he had taught Social Studies for 35 years. He was a member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Greenock. James was a 1968 graduate of McKeesport High School and received his Bachelor and Masters degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He was an avid Pittsburgh Penguins fan.
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June 15, 2023 |
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Charles Donald “Donnie” Davis, Jr., formerly of Donora, passed away, Tuesday, June 13, 2023 in Washington Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 28, 1964 in Monongahela and was the son of the late Charles D. Davis, Sr. and Martha Cuthbert (the late James Murphy) Davis of Duquesne. Donnie worked as a mechanic for many years. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his five sisters, Charlene (Jan) Wallace of Harrisburg, Wendy Parks of Monongahela, Sharon Large of Monongahela, Karen (Rusty) Large of Rostraver, and Terri O’Dell of Donora; step-mother, Donna Godsey of Monongahela; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two brothers, John Davis and Keith Davis; sister, Robin Davis; and nephew, Justin Wallace. There will not be any visitation. A private memorial service and burial will be held at Fellsburg Cemetery, at a later date. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
June 14, 2023 |
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The family of Stephen (Steve) Andrew Nagy is heartbroken to share that husband, father, and Pop Pop died unexpectedly on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at his home in Pittsboro, North Carolina.
Steve was born on May 1st, 1948, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania to Theresa Julia Majoros and Arthur Nagy.
He is survived by his loving wife Frances Elizabeth Nagy (Wallace) of 49 years, two daughters, Erica Nagy and husband Bo Pihl of Avon, Colorado, Ashley Nagy and husband Ron Reed of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, two brothers, Arthur Nagy Jr. and wife Dorothy of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Carl Nagy and wife Judy also of Pittsburgh, two grandchildren, Ellie and Larson, and three grandpets, Dinah, Luna, and Sylvie. He will be profoundly missed.
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June 11, 2023 |
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Jeremy A. Belliconish, 43, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, June 9, 2023. He was born April 19, 1980 in McKeesport and was the son of Renee (Beluscak) and Mac Petty of White Oak. Jeremy was a 1998 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and was a Plumbing Associate at the Home Depot in West Mifflin. He was also a Day Trader dabbling in the Stock Market. He loved working out, fishing, biking on bike trails and time with family. He enjoyed picnics, fires, and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Hockey fan.
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June 06, 2023 |
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Thomas S. Jameson, 49, of Elizabeth Township passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023. He was born in McKeesport on November 11, 1973 and is the son of Patricia (Galley) Jameson of Pittsburgh, and Robert T. Jameson II of Rostraver. Tom enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time at his best friend, Jimmy Ward's farm in Greene County. He was always helping out with any yard work, and was a great handyman to his friends. Tom had two cats, Abbey and Stanley that he just adored.
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June 06, 2023 |
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Today our hearts are broken forever as we have lost the best husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Kenneth Paul "Kenny" Gouker, 73, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Saturday, June 3, 2023 in Pittsburgh with his family by his side. He was born September 10, 1949 in Jefferson Hills and was the son of the late Francis T. Gouker, Sr. and Helma V. (Smitley) "Ganger" Gouker. He was the husband of 55 years to Marie (Isvanik) Gouker. Kenny and Marie were inseparable and he saw his family every day. Kenny worked at National Tube from 1968 to 1987 and then for Hercules and later Eastman Chemical until his retirement in 2013. He loved his motorcycle, drinking beer and was a lifetime member of The VFW Post 803 in Wilson. He enjoyed feeding wildlife every day. Kenny loved his entire family and his friends and the world is a sadder place since he left. He will be greatly missed.
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June 02, 2023 |
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Lena Rose Renckly, 96, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023. She was born in Revloc, PA, on March 6, 1927 and was the daughter of the late Venturino and Monica (Loretta) Candelore. She was the wife to the late Thomas Camille Renckly before his passing in 1981. Lena worked many jobs; from a Manager at Zayre's years ago, to waitressing and collecting the 'green fees' at Butlers Golf Course, to retiring from Jefferson Hospital as a waitress in the gift shop snack bar. She lived a quiet life. She cherished visits with her siblings over the years, and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, and eventually loved to be with her great-grandchildren too.
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June 02, 2023 |
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Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Trepanowski, 96, of White Oak, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023. Born on November 12, 1926, she was the eldest of the nine children of the late John and Mary (Faron) Kovalyak. Betty was a member of Ascension Church in Clairton. She graduated from Clairton High School and worked at the A & P Supermarket in Clairton and in the South Allegheny School District cafeteria system. She married the love of her life, John F. Trepanowski, Jr. in 1956. Unfortunately, he was taken from us too early, in 1965. Her favorite things to do were spending time with family, enjoying good food, visiting casinos, and playing bingo and Pokeno.
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May 30, 2023 |
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Dennis James Jackowski, 50, of McKeesport, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023 at home. He was born December 27, 1972 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Edward H. and Doris (Rugg) Jackowski. Dennis was a 1990 graduate of McKeesport High School and formerly worked for Anker Industries. He was a member of the former Turner's Gym in Christy Park. He is survived by his brothers, William Thomas Jackowski, Randy Neil Jackowski and Ronald Jackowski of McKeesport and Robert John Jackowski of Glassport. He was preceded in death by his sister, Kimberly Sue Jackowski and brothers, Edward Eugene Jackowski and Michael George Jackowski. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
May 29, 2023 |
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Kristie Ann Krznaric, 48, of McKeesport, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 11, 1974 in McKeesport and was the daughter of James R. (Rose) Krznaric of White Oak and Linda (John) Sandmeyer Peduzzi of North Huntingdon. Kristie was a member of the Greenock United Methodist Church, and was a Manager at Puzzler's Restaurant in Christy Park and had previously worked for the former Benito's in Versailles. Kristie was a 1993 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School.
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