February 08, 2025 |
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Esther L. (McBride) McIntosh, formerly of North Versailles, passed away on January 29, 2025 in Walden’s View, Assisted Living, North Huntingdon.
She was born August 21, 1929, in East McKeesport, a daughter of the late George H. Sr. and Emma (Loeffler) McBride and was also preceded in death by her beloved husband William D. McIntosh, sons Ronald A. McIntosh and Richard D. McIntosh, and siblings Lois Kelly, George H. McBride Jr., John F. McBride, and Elaine Costandinu. She is survived by her son William D. McIntosh Jr. and his wife Daryl; 3 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; a sister Dorothy Sinkinson; and nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, February 2, at the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, where a funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. Private interment will be next to her husband at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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January 29, 2025 |
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Donald F. Austin, 87, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025, at AHN Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born August 1, 1937, in McKeesport, a son of the late Julius and Elizabeth (Smith) Austin and was also preceded in death by a brother Julius J. Austin, a sister Elizabeth E. Tkac, grandson Jared Lee Hooke, great grandson Jett Roman Austin, brothers-in-law John, Frank, and Bill Patterson, Bob Cornell, and Steve Cindric, and sisters-in-law Gay (Bost) Austin, Carol (Maley) Patterson, and Dorlee “Geege” Patterson. He is survived by his wife of 68 years Shirley J. (Patterson) Austin; ;their children Tracy Hawley (Bill) of Irwin, Donn (Cindy) Austin of Penn Township, Erin Hooke (Bill) of North Huntingdon, and Chad (Dr. Curren Katz) of Titusville, NJ; his grandchildren Joey (Sara), Joshua (Samantha), Andy (Dr. Katrina), Jonathan (Carley), Ryan (Claudia), Colin (Katelynn), Jesse (Amber), Devin (Lindsay), Jadon, Aidan, Caelan, and Emiliana: great grandchildren Jayce, William, Charlotte, Lyam, Lily, Marshall, Maeve, Celine, and Silas. He is also survived by his Goddaughter Valerie (David) Luehm, and many nieces and nephews and their families. After graduating from McKeesport Vocational High School, Class of 1955, Don began working for Thorofare Markets, a local grocer, where he was manager of produce. After 15 years in retail Don fulfilled his lifelong dream of a career in law enforcement. He joined the North Huntingdon Township Police Department as a patrolman, and later, working with youth as a Juvenile Officer, advancing to the rank of Sergeant. Don was instrumental in implementing the Field Training Program used by the department. He retired from the force with 30 years of service. After retirement form the police department he was elected Commissioner of Ward 7 of North Huntingdon Township and served for 12 years. Don was a member of the Allegheny Valley Lodge 39, Fraternal Order of Police, New Kensington Division, the Penn’s Woods Civic Association, and Irwin First United Methodist Church. Don was an honest, hard-working man. In addition to always having a full time job, he also held second and third jobs as a means of providing for his family. He worked in construction, as a cab driver, and funeral attendant and hearse driver, just to name a few. He was also a jack-of-all trades as evidenced by his countless renovations to the family home, fixing cars, and putzin’ around the house. He enjoyed deer hunting and the outdoors and he’d tell you he never bagged the “big one”. After retirement Don took great pleasure in attending the activities of his grandchildren, spending time at the football field, track, and gymnasium. He also enjoyed watching sports, especially his Pittsburgh teams the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates. Relatives and friends of Don will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday with Pastor Alex Ielase of First Evangelical Free Church, McKeesport, officiating. Interment will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, North Huntingdon. In lieu of flowers a contribution can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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January 29, 2025 |
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Scott R. Shank, 59, of Penn Township, passed away at home on Monday January 20, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born July 12, 1965 in McKeesport, a son of the late Robert E. and Patricia (Hadad) Shank. He had a 36 year career in law enforcement; he first served the McKeesport Police Department, then moved on to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General as a Narcotics Agent for 25 years - where he retired in 2015. After retirement from the Attorney General's Office, he was a School Resource Officer at Gateway School District, and ended his career at Seton Hill University where he served as a Police Officer.
Scott enjoyed car shows and martial arts. He was a hard worker who used the skills he learned from his dad to complete countless renovations at his own home, and the homes of many family members and friends.
He is survived by his beloved wife Christina C. (Beaumont) Shank; sons Brandyn (Lacy) Shank of Wilkins Twp., Evyn Shank and Ethyn Shank both of Penn Township; sister and brothers Dawn (Jerry) Wonderling of McKeesport, Tracey Shank of Jefferson Hills, and Ryan (Sandy) Shank of Shaler; also cherished nieces, nephews and in-laws. Friends and family were received at the William Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. Interment followed in Grandview Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute to the Reflections of Grace Foundation, https://www.reflectionsofgrace.org. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com
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January 29, 2025 |
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Richard C. Dombrowski, age 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025. He was born November 28, 1935 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Helen Dombrowski. He served in the Navy and went onto work for many years as a conductor and brakeman for Union Railroad in Duquesne. He loved golfing, bowling and trips to the beach. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his son-in-law David DiBiase; brother Joseph Dombrowski; sister Carol Jean Jiansante; and his dog Hannah. He is survived by his wife of over 67 years Carol A. (Wieseckel) Dombrowski; children Debbie (John) Brletic of New Alexandria, Diane DiBiase of Harrison City, Dawn Baker of Harrison City, Darla Dombrowski of Level Green and Rick (Kylie) Dombrowski of Irwin; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. January 30th at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. Everyone will gather at the funeral home at noon on Friday January 31st for a Blessing Service. Interment with military honors will follow at Twin Valley Memorial Park in Delmont. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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January 29, 2025 |
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On January 23, 2025, our Lord brought home one of his greatest workers, Janet Williams, born 4-13-1940,
who was originally from Johnstown, Pa. then for over 50 years lived in North Versailles, and finally passing at Redstone in Irwin, Pa.
Janet and her deceased husband Don (2017) were the most dedicated, hardest working, loyal people, that never accepted a penny for all of their work for their neighborhood, and friends. They cultivated their own yard, their gorgeous flowers, and their shrubs into an unmatched heavenly beauty.
Janet was an Elementary school teacher and Principal at St. Roberts. However one of Jan and Don’s greatest joys was working with the wonderful folks at Meals on Wheels in North Versailles. Janet and Don are finally back together again, to continue with giving and caring for all. There will be no viewing at Janet’s request. Memorial Donations may be made to Meals on Wheels of North Versailles, Pa.
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January 01, 2025 |
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Margaret E. (LaCivita) Ratesic, 93, of East McKeesport, passed away peacefully on Saturday December 28, 2024. She was born October 7, 1931 in East McKeesport, the youngest daughter and last surviving child of the late John and Valverdina (Lucarelli) LaCivita and was also preceded in death by her husband George “Tucky” Ratesic; brothers Pete LaCivita, Lou LaCivita, Anthony LaCivita, and Michael LaCivita; and sisters Lucille Lokay, Mary Greselin, and Josephine Brush.
She was a graduate of Westinghouse Memorial High School, a member of Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Robert Bellarmine Church, and worked for 22 years at North Versailles Bowling Center in the snack bar, where she was known as Aunt Marge. Margaret loved to cook, and enjoyed planting flowers every spring which she referred to as “playing in the dirt”. She is survived by her children Georgeann (Bill) Kirk of White Oak, and Mark (Sue) Ratesic also of White Oak; grandchildren Juliann Kirk, Kelly (Tom) McCloskey, Randy (Sara) Benson, and Katie (Greg) Casile; great grandchildren Tommy McCloskey, Jakob McCloskey, Mya McCloskey, Valent Casile, Rocco Casile, Everett Benson, and Vaughn Benson; also many nieces and nephews.
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December 28, 2024 |
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Guy V. DeLia, 81, of North Versailles, died Wednesday, December 25, 2024. He was born August 26, 1943, in Braddock, a son of the late James and Carrie (Mazzella) DeLia. Guy was a skilled gatherer at Kopp Glass, Inc., Swissvale for 50 years and rarely missed a day of work. He was a member of United Steelworkers Union Local 52T, was a mechanical genius, liked to fix anything and enjoyed working on cars. He also had a brick pointing business on the side. He was a member of Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Robert Bellarmine Church. He loved doing things for and spending time with his family. He is survived by his beloved wife Virginia M. (Molnar) DeLia; his children Jason (Victoria) DeLia, Kristin (Michael) Mrdjenovich, and Janeen (Don) Connors; his grandchildren Mikey, Joshua, Madison, Joseph, and Mia; siblings Anthony (Joanne) DeLia and Adele Perry; his brother in law Ronald (Susan) Molnar; and nephews Matthew Perry, James (Leandra) Perry, Anthony DeLia and Samuel Molnar.
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December 28, 2024 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Robert S. LaViolette, age 81, of North Versailles, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024. He was born in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, a son of the late Sydney and Gretna LaViolette. He was an Army veteran that went onto work for over 30 years as a dental labs supervisor. He always enjoyed watching the Greenbay Packers and Pittsburgh Steelers play football. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Sandra (Barr) LaViolette; and brothers Rodger and Dave. He is survived by his daughter Danielle (Fiancé Johnny McConnell) LaViolette of Waynesboro; grandchildren Duane Pomaibo and Brent (Angel) Pomaibo; great grandchildren Carter and Finn; brothers Billy, Donnie and Dale; Sisters Sandy, Linda, Karen, Gale and Debbie; many nieces and nephews; and his puppies Zoe and Hemi.
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December 28, 2024 |
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Mary Jane (Shusteric) Bayko, 90, of North Huntingdon, died Monday December 23, 2024. She was born July 26, 1934 in Adderly a daughter of the late John and Florence (Sargo) Shusteric and was also preceded in death by her husband Rudy Bayko, a daughter Janet “Natalka” Bayko and siblings Sonny Shusteric and Lorraine Sigmund. Mary Jane retired as a nurse’s assistant and secretary at Mercy Hospital after 50 years’ service. She enjoyed playing bingo at the East Pittsburgh Moose, liked to travel especially visiting family in Lewes, DE, and in her younger days liked going to Keystone Lake. Most of all she enjoyed time spent with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
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December 19, 2024 |
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Ronald Lee Given, 75, of East McKeesport, died Saturday, December 14, 2024, at home. He was born July 19, 1949 in North Versailles, a son of the late Alexander and Gertrude (Jenkins) Given and was also preceded in death by his brother David Given. Ron had worked for U.S. Steel and then finished his career with the U.S. Postal Service. He was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam Conflict and a member of the VFW Hilltopper Post 8430 and the White Oak American Legion Post 701. Back in the day he enjoyed playing tennis and golf. He is survived by his wife Maria A. Given; his children Heather M. Barish and her husband Thomas Bostedo and Ron Given; his grandchildren Glenn Turok, David Barish, Alex Barish, Abbegayle Bostedo, Jackson Given and Samuel given; his great grandchildren Emma, maverick, Magnolia, Josephine, and Jameson; and a sister Donna Given. Friends will be received from Noon to 2 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 18, at the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport. A funeral service followed by Navy honors will be held in the funeral home at 6 p.m. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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December 19, 2024 |
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Cheryl L. LeRoy, 73, of North Huntingdon, died Thursday, December 12, 2024. She was born July 4, 1951 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Lemuel and Gladys (Galley) James and was also preceded in death by her husband Dennis R. LeRoy. Chery was a retired employee of UPMC. She was a homebody and enjoyed tending to flowers around her house and watching foreign subtitle movies. She is survived by her son Darrin R. LeRoy and his fiancé Jennifer; her brothers Kerry James and Dennis James; also her beloved pet dog Millie. At Cheryl’s request there will be no viewing. A committal service will be held at Plum Creek Cemetery on Monday December 16. Anyone wishing to attend please meet at 11 a.m. at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main St., Irwin, for the procession to the cemetery. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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December 19, 2024 |
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Thomas P. Patterson, 84, of Irwin, passed away peacefully Saturday December 14, 2024. He was born September 29, 1940 in Wilmerding, a son of the late James and Lucille (Moore) Patterson and in and was also preceded in death by his brothers and sisters James Patterson, Janny Boben, Robert Patterson, Joyce Blasko; and his beloved wife Janice (Phillians) Patterson. He was a proud veteran who served in the Army, and prior to his retirement worked in the lumber industry for 84 Lumber, Gilbert Lumber, and Samford Lumber.
Tom volunteered and was recognized for over 10 years of service as a driver for the Department of Veteran Affairs, Westmoreland County. He enjoyed his volunteer work, fishing, and traveling with his late wife, especially to Stone Harbor, New Jersey. He is survived by his children Tammy (Don) DiMartino of Jeannette, and Kathy Patterson (Anthony Seethaler) of Pittsburgh; grandchildren Taylor (Nicholas) Repasi, Joseph (Keeley) DiMartino, Cory DiMartino, Jeffrey DiMartino, Khegan Young, Calahan Young (Eliana Mason), Saige Young, and Jonathan Seethaler; great grandchildren Avary, Ansley, Clayton, Isla, Bennet, Jacob, and Tanner; sister Joann Arway of State College; and many nieces and nephews.
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December 19, 2024 |
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Vivian Jean Ledgard, 74, of Irwin, passed away Saturday December 14, 2024 surrounded by family. She was born August 22, 1950 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late George and Dolores (Fink) Breitinger and was also preceded in death by her sister Nancy Brinkos and brother Jerry Breitinger. Jean was a loving mother and her decade’s long love and devotion to her grandchildren is beyond description. She was an animal lover and adored her Irish Setters Lola and Abby. Jean is survived by her beloved husband James W. Ledgard with whom she celebrated 55 years of marriage on November 29, 2024; children Tracy (Mark) Scozio of Darragh, and Kim (David) Bush of Irwin; grandchildren Lexie (Russell) Dayton, Lea Scozio (fiancé Travis Frum), Maddi Scozio (fiancé Luke Vukovich), Sergei Scozio, Kali Ledgard (Tony Harper), Lacey Knox (fiancé Justin Watson), and Alex Knox; great granddaughter Ellie Dayton; sister Pat Magel of Murrysville; and nieces and nephews. Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2024., at the William Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. The family would like to thank Suncrest Hospice for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers those wishing may contribute to ASPCA, http://aspca.org . For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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November 30, 2024 |
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Kenneth J. Lindauer Jr., Age 63, of North Versailles passed away Monday, November 25, 2024. He was born December 13,1960 in McKeesport, a son of the late Kenneth and Vera (Phillips) Lindauer. He worked for over 12 years as a parts delivery person for Kenny Ross, Jim Shorkey and then Century 3 Kia. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of over 29 years Jacqueline Ford; and brother Gary Phillips. He is survived by his children Thomas Ford of North Versailles, Deanna Lindauer of Rankin, Kristina Lindauer of North Versailles and Kenneth Lindauer III of North Versailles; sisters Gloria Ann Allen and Keri; and sister-in-law Darlene Phillips. Services are private. Arrangements handled by the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. For online condolences please visit ww.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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November 22, 2024 |
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Felicia E. Hammett, 79, of North Versailles, passed away peacefully Wednesday November 20, 2024. She was born May 28, 1945 in Wilkinsburg, a daughter of the late William and Josephine (Wieseckel) Emert, and in addition to her parents was preceded in death by her brother Charles Emert. She worked as a registered nurse for 45 years, at Kane Hospital in McKeesport, Visiting Nurses Association of Allegheny County, and UPMC Living at Home Program, she also participated in community outreach programs. Family was very important to her; she was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, and shopping at local thrift stores. She was an animal lover, and her companions Solomon – Oliver were her beloved dogs.
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