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Louise Ann Brendza

January 15, 2022 |

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Louise Ann Brendza, age 58, of West Mifflin, passed away on January 15, 2022, in Forbes Hospital. Born in McKeesport on December 18, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Anthony James and Ann Marie (Patrick) Brendza Sr. Louise loved to bake. She is the fiancé of Peter Mazzarese; and sister of Susan (Dale) Schreckengost of Imperial, David (Nadine) Brendza of Augusta, GA, Robert (Kathy) Brendza of Belmont, CA, and the late Anthony Brendza Jr. There will be no visitation at this time. A Memorial Service will be held in the future. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Edward J. Stetz

January 13, 2022 |

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Edward J. Stetz, age 82, of Murphy, NC.  Formerly of West Mifflin, West Newton, PA and Myrtle Beach, SC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 after valiantly fighting a 2 ½ year battle with pancreatic cancer.  Ed was born on November 2, 1939, the son of the late Anthony F. Stetz and Helen T. (Fecenko) Stetz.  He is survived by his wife, Kim (Hand) Stetz, children, David (Ardith) Stetz, Darlene (Elvin) House, and Dale Stetz.  Predeceased by infant daughter Kimberly Ann Stetz.  Step-father to Ted Peck and Taylor Finch .  Grandfather to Justin, Collin, Ashley, Christina, Robert, Katelyn, Hayley, Katherine, Jake, and Anthony Finch, and a great-grandfather.  Brother of Ray (Mary Ann) Stetz, Steve (Carol) Stetz, Dorothy Stetz Zangrilli (Daniel), and Tom Stetz.  Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Ed started his construction career with his dad at Stetz Construction, then moved on with Bailey & Sharpe, Woodlawn Builders, and during the building boom in the early ‘80s in the South, he moved his family to Myrtle Beach, SC to form his business, East Shore Homes, Inc., until his retirement.  Ed loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter.

Honoring his wishes, there will be no visitation and funeral services are private, with Townson-Rose Funeral Home, Murphy, NC handling the arrangements.  If desired, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or a charity of your choice. Local announcement by Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home Inc. 915 Kennedy Ave. Duquesne PA, 15110.

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Ceferina Vega Torres

January 11, 2022 |

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Ceferina (Vega) Torres, age 81, of Duquesne, passed away on January 9, 2022, at home. Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, on January 8, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Otilio and Maria Vega. She is survived by her son, Marco (Yuleisi Vargas) Torres of Duquesne and many other relatives. Services will be held in Ponce, Puerto Rico, where she will be buried in Camposanto de Cristo Resucitado. Local arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Phyllis Marie (Hoffman) Lowery

January 08, 2022 |

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Phyllis Marie (Hoffman) Lowery, age 60, of North Huntingdon, formerly of North Versailles, on January 8, 2022, passed peacefully, at home, surrounded by her loved ones, of Polygenic Progressive Aphasia. Born in Braddock on October 19, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Charles A. “Chuck” and Margaret Ann “Maggie” (Reese) Hoffman. She was a former secretary of the East Allegheny School District. She was a devoted wife, mother, grammy, sister, and daughter. She is the beloved wife of 37 years to Terry Lee Lowery; mother of Justin (Danielle) Lowery of North Huntingdon and Kelly (Richard “Ricky”) Svesnik of Ligonier; grandmother of Grayson Lee Lowery, Jackson Allen Svesnik and Tyler Lee Svesnik, and also a future granddaughter; sister of Charles “Chucky” (Karen Yahner) Hoffman of Wellsburg, WV, Robert “Bobby” Hoffman of Harrison City, Joanne (Jim) Stinson of Pearland, TX, Judith “Judy” (Brett) Melisko of Belle Vernon and the late infant, James Hoffman. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews and her grand-dogs, Bailey and Lily. Visitation will be held on Monday, January 10, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where parting prayers will be held on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at 9:15 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Good Shepherd Church of St. Joseph the Worker Parish. Burial will follow in Monongahela Cemetery, North Braddock.

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Christopher John Pommer

January 01, 2022 |

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Christopher John Pommer, age 58, of Duquesne, passed away on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2021. Son of Grace (Honick) Pommer of Duquesne and the late Kurt Pommer, he was born on September 11, 1963, in McKeesport. He was a mechanic and did roofing work. He is the brother of Eric (Denise) Pommer of Duquesne, Keith (Natalia) Pommer of Dravosburg, Tracie (John) Pry of McKeesport and Terrie Rodgers of McKeesport, and the late Jeffrey Pommer and the late Matthew Pommer. He is also survived by many Nieces and Nephews, Great Nieces and Great Nephews and Aunts and Uncles. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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William E. Bost

December 24, 2021 |

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William E. Bost, age 87, of Duquesne, passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Son of the late Harold and Sophie (Kapolka) Bost, he was born on January 6, 1934. Bill was a retired hardware clerk and he liked to bowl and decorate his house, in lights, at Christmastime. He proudly served his country in the Army. He is the husband of Linda (Domes) Bost for 54 years; father of Derek Bost of Dravosburg and Carrie (Scott) Gamble of West Mifflin; grandfather of Olivia Bost, Evan Bost and Scott Gamble Jr.; brother of Arch “Honey” (late Marie) Bost of State College, Jack (Late Phillis) Bost of West Mifflin, Jim (Wanda) Bost of North Carolina, Gerry (Cindy) Bost of Warren, PA, and late Robert “Butch” (surviving spouse, Fran) Bost of Bethel Park. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 27, 2021 from 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday, December 28, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held at 9:30 a.m., on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Name Church, Duquesne, with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.

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James M. "Gibby" Gibbons

December 23, 2021 |

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James M. “Gibby” Gibbons, age 65, of Ross Twp., formerly of Duquesne, passed away on December 23, 2021. Born in McKeesport on July 18, 1956, he was the son of the late William and Patricia (Cloonan) Gibbons. He was retired from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania-Department of Welfare, where he determined eligibility. He also worked for Mon-Yough Community Services, where he was a drug and alcohol counselor. He was a former member of Holy Name Church-Duquesne, loved all Pittsburgh sports, classic cars, car shows & cruises, and sports memorabilia. He proudly served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He is the brother of Jo (Jack) Znavor of North Huntingdon, Mary (Jim) Bick of West Newton, Maggie (late “Cookie”) Chiponis of West Mifflin, Colleen (Tom) Washko of North Huntingdon, late Patricia (late William “Bill” Lutz) Gibbons, who died Nov. 7, 2021, and late William Gibbons. He is also survived by nieces and nephews who he enjoyed terrorizing. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Funeral Service will be held at 8 p.m., with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating.

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Alan J. Procacina

December 19, 2021 |

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Alan J. Procacina, age 71, of Duquesne, passed away on December 18, 2021, at home. Born in McKeesport on March 11, 1950, he was the son of the late Joseph F. and Columbia (DeRose) Procacina. He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church and the Duquesne-West Mifflin Knights of Columbus #4210. Alan was a very religious man. He is the brother of Dennis (Kathy) Procacina of North Versailles; uncle of Dennis (Alicia) Procacina of North Huntingdon, Paul (Kelley) Procacina of Irmo, SC, and Jennifer Procacina of North Versailles; great uncle of Adriana Procacina, Gino Procacina, Lorraine Procacina, and Luca Procacina. He is also survived by his companion, Tom Husar of Duquesne. He was a friend of Paul Husar and the late Violet Walker. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 20, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where services will be held that evening. Private entombment will take place at Jefferson Memorial Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to the White Oak Animal Safe Haven, 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131.

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Mark O. Bedont, Jr.

December 19, 2021 |

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Mark O. Bedont Jr., 74, of Williamsburg, VA, formerly of Centreville, VA and West Mifflin, PA, died peacefully in his sleep, at home, on Monday, December 13, 2021. He was born on November 20, 1947 to the late Mark O. Sr. and Beatrice (Ardiana) Bedont. Mark graduated from Indiana University of Pa. He retired as a Program Analyst for the U.S. Department of Labor. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1970-1972 as a Radio Operator in Vietnam. He enjoyed fishing with his son and friends every year in Cross Fork, PA, “The Gabby.” He is survived by his best friend and love of his life, Sally, of 37 years; son Alex (Kari) Bedont; Grandchildren, Mark, Melody and Elijah; brothers, Gary and Jeff (Mary) of West Mifflin; Uncle to Melanie (Rob) Vitous, Eric (Lauren) Bedont, Tracey Lape (Mike Warywoda) and Tyler Douglass; Aunt Ada and cousin Joe Genito. Mark will be buried with Military Honors at Jerusalem Western Salisbury Cemetery in Allentown, PA. Local announcement made by the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300.

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Margaret D. Joschak

December 16, 2021 |

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Margaret D. Joschak, age 95, of West Mifflin, formerly of North Braddock and Duquesne, passed away on Thursday, December 16, 2021, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Daughter of the late George and Mary (Petkanick) Dendak, she was born in Duquesne, on March 10, 1926. She was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Parish-Good Shepherd Church, the First Ladies Catholic Slovak Union, the Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union, a former member  of the Good Shepherd Choir and former member of St. Michael’s Altar Rosary Society. She was the beloved wife of the late John Joschak; mother of Richard (late Maxine) Joschak of West Mifflin, Donna (Ron) Powell of Center Twp., and late George “Dudgie” (late Marilyn) Joschak; grandmother of Victoria Powell, Joshua (Diana) Powell, Christina (Matt) Ricupero, Ryan (Nicole) Joschak, Eric (Caitlin) Joschak and Jessica (Justin) Sopko; 9 Great Grandchildren; many Nieces and Nephews; sister of the late Eva (Late Steve) Perish, late Anna (late Paul) Hoydich and late Mary “Jackie” (late Robert) Stoklas. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 18, 2021 from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, December 19, 2021 from 12-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, where parting prayers will be said on Monday, December 20, 2021, at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., at Good Shepherd Church, Braddock. Interment will follow in All Saints Braddock Catholic Cemetery, next to her husband.

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Thomas A. Komar

December 16, 2021 |

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Thomas A. Komar, age 65, of Dravosburg, passed away on December 16, 2021, at home. Born in McKeesport on July 29, 1956, he was the son of the late Andrew and Florence (Bender) Komar. He loved all sports, especially horse racing. He is the husband of Lory (Haupt) Komar; father of Melanie (Rob) Bunovich of Westmoreland City and Danae Komar of Irwin; grandfather of  George, Mikaela, Thomas and Mary Jane; and brother of Barbara Komar of North Huntingdon. There is no visitation. Arrangement entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Stanley F. Mazer

December 12, 2021 |

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Stanley F. Mazer, age 78, of Duquesne, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at home. Born in McKeesport on April 29, 1943, he was the son of the late Stanley and Cecelia J. (Jeroski) Mazer. He was retired from U. S. Steel, was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity & St. Hedwig Church, was a former sacristan for St. Hedwig and St. Joseph Churches and he proudly served his country in the Army. Stanley is survived by his brother, Lawrence (Gerry) Mazer of Hamburg, PA; niece, Jennifer (Matt) McElwee; nephew, Timothy (Julie) Mazer; and good friend John Sukenik of Duquesne. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, from 9-10:30 a.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, at which time a blessing service will be held at 10:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m., at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating. Burial will follow in St. Hedwig Cemetery, with Military Honors.

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Susan M. Ezykowsky

December 09, 2021 |

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Susan M. Ezykowsky, age 42, of West Mifflin, passed away on December 8, 2021, at UPMC Presbyterian. Born in Pittsburgh on February 14, 1979, she was the daughter of Michael Opat of Verona and the late Barbara (Spudic) Opat. Susan was an Authorization Specialist for UPMC, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Therese Church, loved bowling, being a mom, and was starting to learn the game of golf. She is the wife of 14 years to Jeffrey A. Ezykowsky Sr.; mother of Jeffrey A. Ezykowsky Jr, age 5.; sister of Nicole (Michael) Zalac of Harrison City; aunt and godmother of Brooks Zalac; niece of John Spudic of North Huntingdon and Walter (Valerie) Spudic of Pine Richland; daughter-in-law of Joseph and Marie Ezykowsky of West Mifflin; sister-in-law of Patti (Robb) Monahan of Munhall and Brian (Edie) Ezykowsky of West Mifflin; and aunt to Kaitlin, Elizabeth & Ryan Monahan and Nathan and Meghan Ezykowsky; goddaughter  of John and Josephine Baic; niece of Ivan and Andrea Opat and Dragutin and Dragica Krcelic. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 12, 2021, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a blessing will take place on Monday, December 13, 2021, at 12:30 p.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m., at St. Joseph Church, Duquesne with Rev. Tony Gargotta officiating. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.

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Jane F. Ondechek

December 07, 2021 |

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Jane F. Ondechek, age 80, of Duquesne, passed away on December 6, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born in Duquesne on January 20, 1941, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Ominowicz) Ondechek. Jane was a retired secretary from Meyers, Daragh, Buckler, Bebenek and Eck, was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Holy Trinity Church, a member of the GFWC Women’s Club of Duquesne, enjoyed dressing up and good meals. Jane was the sister of Paul (late Connie) Ondechek of Munhall; aunt of Beth (Travis) Knapp of West Mifflin and Jack (Laura Ivaska) Ondechek of Munhall; great aunt of Samantha Bruner; and is also survived by her extended family, the Spells.

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Louis V. Kruszewski

December 06, 2021 |

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Louis V. Kruszewski, age 78, of West Mifflin, passed away on December 4, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. Son of the late Aloysius and Irene K. (Frederick) Kruszewski, he was born in Pittsburgh on April 20, 1943. He was a retired Electronic Technician, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Agnes Church, built model airplanes, coached little league baseball in West Mifflin, enjoyed anything science fiction, and was an amateur historian on WWII. Louis proudly served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He is the beloved husband of Adrienne (Horvath) Kruszewski for 53 years: father of Joseph (Ruby) Kruszewski of El Paso, TX, Irene (Dale) Bargar of East Berlin, PA, Matthew (Holly) Kruszewski of Bethel Park, James (Natalie) Kruszewski of Baldwin, Louis M. (Amanda Opalko) Kruszewski of Port Vue and Mark (Nicole) Kruszewski of Pittsburgh; 12 Grandchildren; brother of Rita (Bill) Crozier of Valencia. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, from 2-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at 12:30 p.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Agnes Church, at 1:00 p.m., with Rev. Tony Gargotta officiating, followed by the presentation of Military Honors. Private family burial will be held at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, 1 St. Therese Ct., Munhall, PA 15120.