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John "Jack" C. Evans

January 24, 2022 |

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

John "Jack" C. Evans, 100, of N. Huntingdon, passed away Monday, January 24, 2022 at Juniper Village, Forest Hills, PA.  He was born September 4, 1921 in N. Braddock, a son of the late Willis and Lillian (Coulson) Evans.  Prior to his retirement, Jack was a research technician for US Steel, a WWII veteran of the US Army and a Mason.  He was a member of the Circleville United Methodist Church and enjoyed golfing, bowling, playing basketball, doing yardwork, and camping and traveling with Jean.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Jean Evans, great-grandson, Bennett Evans; brothers, Willis and Howard Evans, and sister, Narida Evans Rhodes.  He is survived by his son, John Evans and his wife, Lorna; daughters, Ellen Evans Yagodzinksi and her husband, Frank, Christine Evans Williams and her husband, Jim; 11 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.  Friends will be received from 3-8 p.m. on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA  15642.  A funeral service will take place on Friday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel.  Interment to follow in Restland Memorial Park, Monroeville.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Rosemary Beynon

January 24, 2022 |

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

Rosemary Beynon, 75, of N. Huntingdon, passed away January 24, 2022 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital.  She was born, May 19, 1946 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Parker Thomas and Stella (Turchy) Chalmers.  Prior to her retirement, Rosemary worked as a replenishment manager for Ames with 28 years of service.  She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and enjoyed cooking and spending time with her grandchildren.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Beynon; daughter, Pamela Rose Beynon; and brother, Thomas Chalmers.  She is survived by her sons, John Beynon and his wife, Amy, Donald Beynon; brother, Jerry (Jan) Chalmers; sister, Mary Kay Chalmers; grandchildren, John "J.T" Beynon, Ella Rose Beynon and Emily Mannke.  Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8  p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA  15642.  A blessing service will take place on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Shrine, 512 West Saratoga St., Baltimore, MD  21201.   www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Dorothy "Dot" A. Freidhof

January 24, 2022 |

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

Dorothy “Dot” A. Freidhof, 90, of N. Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, January 22, 2022 at UPMC East.  She was born July 5, 1931 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Wilbert and Anna (Tirpak) Park.  Prior to her retirement, Dorothy was a registered nurse at the Presbyterian Home in Oakmont.  She was a member of St. Agnes Parish and enjoyed doing word search puzzles, crossword puzzles, activities at Juniper Village at Monroeville, dancing, listening to oldies music and spending time with her children and grandchildren.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William F. Freidhof.  She is survived by her son, William Freidhof and his wife, Kathy; daughters, Karen Lyons and her husband, Ken, and Cindy Lohr; grandchildren, Jay Lohr, Richard (Heather) Lohr, Kristen (Joe) Novak, Kelsey (Ryan) Dufault, Conner Freidhof, Claire Freidhof; great-granchildren, Ethan Lohr, Andrew Lohr, and arriving soon, Baby Brooks Dufault.  Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA  15642.  A Blessing Service will take place on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home.  Interment to follow in Good Shepherd Cemetery, Monroeville, PA.  Memorial contributions may be made to All But Furgotten Animal Shelter, 70 Carpenter Lane, Irwin, PA  15642.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Shawn Eric Teamann

January 21, 2022 |

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

Shawn Eric Teamann, 55, of North Huntingdon, was greeted in heaven by his parents Lois and Joseph Teamann on January 20, 2022. He was born February 4, 1966 in Portsmouth, VA. Those that knew Shawn knew him as one of the kindest, most patient and giving people they had met.  He was a faithful man who loved our Lord, his family, his church, and his community. As a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Shawn served as Eucharistic Minister until his illness. He was a fan of The Fighting Irish of Notre Dame, the Pittsburgh Pirates and Penguins, loved taking his dog Piper for long walks, and enjoyed family vacations to Sandbridge. Shawn had a successful career as a retail manager, most recently with DSW Shoes. In October of 2020, Shawn was diagnosed with T-Cell Prolymphocytic Leukemia (T-PLL), an incredibly rare and aggressive form of cancer. He had a stem cell transplant on October 28, 2021 with his sister being his donor. Shawn fought hard but his body just couldn’t beat the battle. He leaves behind his wife Cheryl (Twigger), sister Deborah Teamann, sons Stephen (Christina) and Nathan Torok, grandchildren Abbey, Lily and Zack, mother-in-law Pat Twigger, brother-in-law George Twigger, nieces, nephews and many cousins. Shawn’s family wishes to thank Dr. Jing-Zhou Hou and his staff, Hillman Cancer Center 4th floor, and Shadyside Hospital 6th floor West for their compassionate care of Shawn. Friends will be received from 1-7 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon. A funeral service will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church. Interment to follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Irwin. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in memory of Shawn to Mario Lemieux Foundation, Two Chatham Center, Suite 1661, 112 Washington Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, or online donation to Mario Lemieux Foundation.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Arthur L. Haywood

January 20, 2022 |

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

Arthur L. Haywood Sr., 96, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at his home. He was born August 2, 1925 in Elizabeth, PA, son of the late Roy and Ann (Filson) Haywood. Prior to his retirement, Arthur was a welder for Westinghouse, a veteran of the US Navy having served during WWII and was a member of Norwin Alliance Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Martha A. (Marcus) Haywood and sister, Doris Bartilini. He is survived by his son, Art Haywood Jr.; daughter, Sheri Tyszkiewicz and her husband Robert F.; grandchildren, Felisha Baumgartner, Brooke and Robynshere Tyszkiewicz and Derrek Haywood. Visitation will be held from 1-3 p.m. in the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will take place at 2 p.m. and military honors will be performed at 3 p.m. Interment will be private in Lebanon Church Cemetery, West Mifflin. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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B. Lorayne Reynolds

January 20, 2022 |

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

B. Lorayne Reynolds, 92, of N. Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at UPMC East. She was born March 15, 1929 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Deano and Viola (Elwood) Campoli. Lorayne was a bartender at the Eagles in Irwin and enjoyed camping, playing Bingo and visiting casinos. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred “Bob” Reynolds; and sisters, Marian Thompson and Marie Etta Schaefer. She is survived by her daughter, Denise Weixel; grandchildren, Jason Weixel, Kristi (Matt) Helinski; great-grandchildren, Sophia Weixel and Thomas Isherwood. Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. There will be no funeral service and interment will be private. Donations may be made to the White Oak Safe Haven in memory of Lorayne. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Thomas J. Suwala

January 19, 2022 |

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

Thomas J. Suwala, of North Huntingdon, passed away suddenly Tuesday, January 18, 2022. He was born in Pittsburgh on July 7, 1942. Survived by his wife Patricia Suwala, daughter Kimberly M. Joseph (her husband Chris M. Joseph), son Paul Suwala (deceased) grandchildren Brooke L. Yow (husband Michael Yow), Troy A. Joseph (wife Brianna Joseph) and great-grandchild Kaia N. Yow. His sisters Dolores Damski (husband Robert Damski, deseased), Diane Bonesio (husband Angelo Bonesio). He was retired from his profession leading sales efforts across several national companies. He loved his family and spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed spending weekend days polishing and taking care of his cars. There will be no visitation. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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William C. Schneck

January 19, 2022 |

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

William C. Schneck, 63, of Irwin passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born March 23, 1958 in Johnstown, son of Shirley (Commers) Holcomb and the late George Schneck. William was a scheduler for Home Healthcare and a member of Calvary Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with his children. He is survived by son, Liam; daughter, Eliana; brother, Mark Schneck and his wife, Blythe; nieces, Savannah and Gabriella; and nephew, Tanner. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Lila Martha Ferris

January 19, 2022 |

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

Lila M. Zacur Ferris, 97, of N. Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at The Grove of Irwin from Covid-related symptoms.  Born 1924 in her beloved home town of Latrobe, PA, Lila was preceded in death by her parents, Alec and Sarah (Khoury) Zacur, husband, Elias Ferris, daughter, Jennifer Sarah Ferris, and her siblings, John Zacur, George Zacur, Margaret Newmeyer, Mary Olson, Iva Lipinski and Jennie Shirley.  She is survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  For many years prior to her marriage and subsequent move to Houtzdale, PA, Lila lived and worked in Latrobe.  During WWII, she worked at American Cyanamid (Cap Works), then at Torris’s Drug Store with her sister, Jennie, plus owned and operated Zacur’s Confectionary on Ridge Avenue.  There will be no visitation and services are private.  Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA  15642.   Memorial contributions may be made to The Church of the Advent, 51 South First Street, Jeannette, PA  15644.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Donald A. Palm

January 19, 2022 |

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

Donald A. Palm, 94, of Forest Hill, MD, formerly of N. Huntingdon, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 in Forest Hill Heights, Forest Hill, MD. He was born October 27, 1927 in McKeesport, son of the late Edwin G. and Mabel (Piper) Palm. Prior to his retirement, Don was a nuclear engineer for Westinghouse and a veteran of the US Army Air Force, having served during the Korean War Era.

Over the past 30 years, Don was a dutiful caregiver to several family members, and especially to his wife, Patricia. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Huey Palm, his sister Joan (Palm) Kenders, and brothers Dale, Eugene, and Robert. He is survived by his daughter, Tracie Ulmes and her husband, Kevin; grandchildren, Abby and Patrick; and brother Gary and his wife, Darlene.

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David Felix Monyok

January 18, 2022 |

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

David Felix Monyok, 70, of Irwin, passed away peacefully in his home, Monday, January 17, 2022.  David was born January 28, 1951 at Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh to Paul and Josephine (Parlak) Monyok.  David worked at Medical Wellness Associates for 23 years as Inventory Coordinator and enjoyed being part of the team.  David and Kimi were married 37 years.  David was a loving husband and a caring, wonderful father and we will remember him as our "fun loving guy!".  David is survived by his wife, Kimi Roehling-Monyok; two daughters, Madison (Michael) Kowalski and Elizabeth (Joshua) Lofstrom.  He was blessed with three grandchildren, Maison, Elliot and Teagan that were the joy of his life; and his two canine companions, Emma and Darby.  Also surviving are David's brother, Paul (Mariann) Monyok and family of Munhall; and sister, Anita (Chuck) Ruggles and family of Grover Beach, CA.

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Apolonia "Polly" Wyzlanski Skurnick

January 16, 2022 |

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

Apolonia "Polly" Wyzlanski Skurnick, 92, of Duncansville, formerly of N. Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022 at Celebration Villa, Duncansville.  She was born April 18, 1929 in Chalfant Boro, daughter of the late Michael J. and Helen (Sokolowski) Wyzlanski.  Polly was a member of St. Agnes Parish, Christian Mothers, CD of A, Emerald Club and Markvue Manor Women's Club.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew P. Skurnick, and brother, Edward Wyzlanski.  She is survived by her two sons, Andrew P. Jr. and his wife, Janet, David M. and his wife, Kathleen; daughter, Kathleen A. Gregg and her husband, James; grandchildren, Sandra, David Jr., Amanda and Megan;  great-grandchildren, Jonathan, Caleb, Abigail, Noah and Kaydence.  Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. on Tuesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA  15642.  A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church.  Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Agnes Parish, N. Huntingdon, PA.   www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Carolyn L. Johnson

January 16, 2022 |

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

Carolyn "Nazz" L. Johnson, 71, of N. Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 at UPMC East. She was born August 23, 1950 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Aaron and Marian (Harris) Wertz. Carolyn was a preschool teacher for Calvary Preschool Center and a member of Calvary Church. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and crocheting. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Ed and Bill Wertz. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Frank E. Johnson III; son, Frank Johnson IV and his wife, Maria; daughter, Pam Yurcisin and her husband Kary; brother, Kurt (Diane) Wertz; grandchildren, Melanie (Robert) Dermorest, Tori (Dustin) Bartlow, Natalie (Alex) Impink, Tyler Yurcisin, Aaron Johnson; great-grandchildren, Brock, Karsyn, Declan, Axel, Easton and Ayla. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Calvary Church, 8653 Pennsylvania Ave., Irwin. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. Interment to follow in Westmoreland Memorial Park, Greensburg. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Troy Edward Funk

January 15, 2022 |

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

Troy Edward Funk, 73, of Ardara, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 at his home.  He was born April 6, 1948 in McKeesport, son of the late Luther and Dorothy (Kapostas) Funk.  Prior to his retirement, Troy was a truck driver for Norwin Construction and a veteran of the US Navy.  He was an active member of Larimer Vol. Fire Dept. and enjoyed camping at Mountain Pines and trips to the casinos.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Funk.  He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Donna (DiRinaldo) Funk; sons, Troy Funk and his wife, Becky, Joe Funk and his wife, Kelly; brothers, Robert (Linda), Albert (Sandy) and James (Lynda) Funk; sisters, Marion (Tom) Dillen, Judy (Ken) Varga; grandchildren, Ashlyn (Richard) Manko, Jake (Erin) Funk, Jonathan Funk and Josh Funk; great-grandchildren, Keegan and Ella.  A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA  15642.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Clarence H. Rizzi

January 13, 2022 |

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

Clarence H. Rizzi, 98, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022 at Mercy Hospital. He was born April 3,1923, in Herminie, son of the late Peter and Eva (Couchenour) Rizzi. Clarence graduated from Sewickley Township High School and from there join the United States Navy, serving on the Mine sweeper USS Salem later renamed the USS Shawmut. Ship and crew saw action participating in both the invasion of North Africa and Italy as well as action in the Pacific Theater Operations during the Second World War. On February 4, 1950, Clarence married Helen Pavlik. Their progeny includes three children; Donald and Margie (Lichwa) Rizzi, Marilyn (Rizzi) Walther. Tim and Barbara (Rizzi) Timbrook. In addition Clarence and Helen have 10 Grandchildren, and 15 great grandchildren. Clarence retired from Columbia Gas Company, was a member of St Stephen’s Byzantine Church, and with wife Helen spent the winters together at their place in Lakeland FL. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents, one granddaughter, Emily Timbrook, three sisters, Jane Fawcett, Betty Rizzi, and Geraldine Rothwell, brother Allen and infant brother, Pete. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, at the JAMES SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME  176 Clay Pike, Funeral Liturgy 10 a.m. Monday in the funeral home chapel. Interment Irwin Union Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com