April 28, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Samuel K. Wood, age 77, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on April 26, 2025. A beloved parent, grandparent, brother, uncle, and friend, Sam will be remembered for a life full of adventure, laughter, and love. Born in Herminie, PA on August 15, 1947, Sam had a passion for the outdoors and a zest for life that was contagious. In his early years, he could often be found roller skating with friends & family as well competing in roller dance events with his partner and wife at the time, Ginny. He spent countless hours around trains, which fascinated him from an early age. He also enjoyed riding motorcycles on open roads and casting a line into his favorite fishing spots, simple pleasures that would remain lifelong passions. He was a dedicated Scoutmaster whose quiet strength, guidance, and unwavering commitment shaped generations of young lives, his legacy of service will live on in every Scout he mentored. As the years went on, he developed a deep love for camping at Big Bear Lake, WV where he spent most of his summers after his retirement with his wife, Dawn. He enjoyed many vacations to Myrtle Beach where he could be found metal detecting for hours, always on the lookout for the next hidden treasure or simply sitting on the balcony enjoying his gin & tonic and doodling
in his notebooks. He enjoyed many game nights with his dear friends who lovingly called themselves the B*tches. He was also a proud firearms enthusiast with a well-loved collection, appreciating both the history and craftsmanship of each piece. Above all, Sam cherished time with family. He created a lifetime of memories filled with love, laughter, and togetherness. His legacy will live on through the stories and the traditions passed
down through generations. Sam is survived by his cherished wife, Dawn Wolfram, adoring children Dyana Wood, Sarah Knight (Seth), his step-daughter Brandi Wolfram, his grandchildren, Ryan Schafer (Kayla), Madison Haley-Wood, Ashleigh Cornish, Lucius & Atticus Knight, his great-granddaughters Kambri and Kinley, his devoted sister, Melanie Wood, his favorite nieces Janine Pagano (Nic) and Jennifer Guncheon (Matt), his great-nephew Jonas and his fur niece, Izzy. He was preceded in death by his parents Samuel and Edith Wood and his favorite cousin and best friend Gary Kish. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to physicians and especially his nurses Julia and Jenna, who provided compassionate care during his stay at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Their kindness and support will never be forgotten. Per his wishes, no services will be held. The family encourages those who knew him to honor his memory in their own way, whether by enjoying the outdoors, taking a quiet ride, or simply spending time with loved ones. Arrangements were entrusted to James W. Shirley Funeral Home, Inc, North Huntingdon. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 28, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Clifford S. Wagner, 69, of North Huntingdon, after a long brutal battle with a brain illness, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025.He was born in Braddock on May 23, 1955 to the late Joseph and Pauline (Kenyhercz) Wagner. He was a life member of the McKeesport Sportman's Association, and well as a member of the Hartford Heights Fire Hall Social Club. After obtaining an Associates degree from the Greenburg Institute of Technology, Cliff went on to work as a lab tech in electrical power repair for Westinghouse and during the transition to Siemans. He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Moreman) Wagner; daughter, Deana L. Wagner of Carnegie; and a sister, Paulette (Clint) Page of North Huntingdon. In addition to his parents, Cliff is preceded in death by his brother, Joseph Wagner. There are no services. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Memorial Contributions in Cliff's honor can be made to the Sable Kennels via https://sablekennel.weebly.com/ or a check payable to "Safer" can be mailed to 1681 5th Ave., McKeesport, PA 15132. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
April 28, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Julia L. Ford, age 97, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Kane Community Living Center – Glen Hazel. She worked for many years as a housekeeper in a hotel in Honolulu and she loved orchids. Born June 16, 1927 in Honolulu, HI, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Julia (Hale) Sing and wife of the late Calvin L. Ford. She is survived by children, Elaine U. Schumann of Elizabeth Twp., Marilynn McCabe of Hamburg, NY, Glenn (Nancy) Ford of Pasadena, CA, Joanne Demetrial of Kaneohe, HI, Bradley (Joanna) Ford of Waiane, HI and Warren (Carol) Ford of Palolo, HI; and was affectionately known as “Tutu” to her numerous loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sons, Allen and Wayne Ford. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, May 2, 2025 from 10 AM until the time of service at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Dan Bach officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to UPMC Children’s Hospital Foundation, PO Box 535240, Pittsburgh, PA 15253-5240. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 28, 2025 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Thelma S. Homonai, age 95, of North Versailles, died April 25, 2025, at home. Born September 01, 1929, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary (Kato) Sabo.
Graduated from Duquesne High School in 1948.
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April 28, 2025 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
John T. Jarmon, III, 70, of Glassport died peacefully surrounded by his family on April 28, 2025. He is the son of the late John and Rose (Sterner) Jarmon and husband of the late Susan (Synkowski) Jarmon. He is survived by his daughter Val (Bruce) Lewis; son Michael (Amber) Jarmon; grandson Allan Lewis; siblings Peggy (Frank) Tekavec, Liz Booth, Cathy (the late Jack) Ormond, Joseph Jarmon, Kenneth (Kim) Jarmon, George (fiance Jackie) Jarmon and Tracey (Jim) Noble; brother-in-law, Jack Deutsch; also numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by sisters Jackie Deutsch and Rose Marie Jarmon and brother Arthur Jarmon. A memorial mass will be held Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10 am at Queen of the Rosary Church. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.
April 27, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ronald Dinkfelt, age 81 of Swissvale died April 27, 2025 . He was born March 26, 1944 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Albert and Mildred Maskowitz Dinkfelt. Prior to his retirement, Ron was employed by Union Switch and Signal. He was a very talented artist and an extraordinary portrait artist. He was preceded in death by two brothers Robert Dinkfelt and Louis Bednarczyk. He is survived by nieces and nephew, Dina Deanes, Bryan Sadlar and Lisa Khuns, great nieces and nephews Nisa DeFelice and Shayla Deans along with the Jack Maskowitz family. There will be no public visitation. Services will be private. Interment will be in Homewood Cemetery.
April 27, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Gary George Vallus, age 72, of White Oak, PA, died on Saturday, April 26, 2025. He was born in McKeesport, PA on August 1, 1952 and was the son of the late George John and Josephine “Jo” J. Kotvas Vallus. Gary received his Bachelor of Journalism from Penn State University in 1979 and later retired as an operations manager for the telecom industry. He enjoyed making his famous stew, camping, and was a member of the Washington PA Harley Owners Group Chapter.
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April 27, 2025 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Crystale Theresa “Baby Bear” Whited Augustine, 43, formerly of McKeesport, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025, in McKeesport. She was born in Pittsburgh on July 14, 1981, to Duane Whited and Denise McGreal. Crystale was the loving wife of 27 years to Daniel William Augustine. She is survived by her husband Daniel William Augustine of Jefferson Hills, parents Duane Whited and Denise and step father William McGreal, children Carlie Olwell of McKeesport, Hailey (Mike ) Moss of N. Belle Vernon, Daniel Moss of West Newton, Kassidy Moss of Duquesne, Austin Simpson of Irwin, siblings Ashley (Jordan) McGreal of N. Huntingdon, Billy McGreal of Lower Burrel, Amanda Whited of Turtle Creek, grandfather Wesly Enloe of Apollo, grandchildren Kaiden, Laylah, Dominick, Isabella, beloved cat Snickerdoodle, as well as Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. Crystale was preceded in death by her great-grandparents Eileen and William Dornetto, grandparent Ruth Enloe, sister Jessica Scranton, and grandchild Dawson Border. She worked as a manager at McDonald's at multiple locations and enjoyed going camping at Loyalhanna and Keystone, enjoyed music, and loved unicorns. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs or to www.fundthefuneral.com. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
April 26, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Catherine Anne Pratt, age 65, of Pittsburgh, PA, died on Friday, April 25, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on January 9, 1960 and was the daughter of the late Carole Kozoil Kovac. Catherine was self-employed as a home health aide.
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April 26, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Alvin B. King, age 83 of Jefferson Hills and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025. Born October 22, 1941 in Pittsburgh and raised in North Braddock, he was a son of the late Alvin M. King and Mae D. (Rosenberger) Scott. A retiree from GM's Fisher Body Plant in West Mifflin, Alvin was a Veteran of the US Army and a member of Pine Run United Methodist Church. His family will remember him as a simple man and a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who loved to spend quality time with his family, especially trips out for breakfast. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Dorothy Jean (Svacs) King, who passed away on May 12, 2020; his son Richard J. Raposky, who passed away March 11, 2023; his grandson Jason Michael Graham, who passed away February 2, 2016; and his brother Bill King. Alvin is survived by his daughters Deborah (Mark) Graham of West Mifflin and Lynnette (Ray) Zajac of Pleasant Hills; his grandchildren Nicole (Scott) Karel, Kari Zajac, Amanda (John) Vojtko, Rachel (Adam) Zajac, Abby (Matt) Zajac, Kevin Massaro, and Brittney, Alyssa, Brandon, Ryan, Aiden, Mason, and Jacelyn Graham; his great-grandchildren Savannah, Shawn "Junior," E.J., Mia, Riley, Hailey, Logan, Gabby, and Nathan; and also nieces and nephews.
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April 25, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Norman John Zibrat, who left this world peacefully on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the age of 96, surrounded by those who loved him.
Born on July 13, 1928, on High Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Norman was a man of quiet strength, deep compassion, and unwavering integrity. He lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life. He was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.
Norman proudly served in the United States Army, and he cherished the bonds he formed and the experiences he had during his time in service. He often enjoyed sharing stories of that chapter of his life with family and friends, always with a sense of humor and humble pride.
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April 25, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
The Rev. Sylvia J. Baker, whose pastoral work in Shanksville, Pa., included ministering to thousands who went to the tiny town after the crash of Flight 93 on Sept. 11, 2001, died Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in East McKeesport. She was 91.
Rev. Baker was pastor of the Shanksville Assembly of God Church from 1999 until her retirement in 2021. Her life as a minister was a second career she began in her early 60s after the death of her husband, Roy D. Baker.
After the plane crash on 9/11, she and another local pastor went to the scene to minister to emergency workers. For months after the crash, her church was visited by people who wanted to visit the site.
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April 25, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Andrew V. Lapinsky, 85, of Elizabeth, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at home. He was born on July 19, 1939 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Felix and Pearl (Winters) Lapinsky. He was the loving husband of the late Ruth Ann Lapinsky, who passed away on January 28, 2020. Andrew worked for US Steel for 51 years and most recently for Basic Carbide. He was also a dedicated and loyal member of the 11th Ward Club since June 11, 1974.
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April 25, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
United States Military Veteran Norman Ray Anderson ("Norm"), son of the late Laymon H. Anderson and Genevieve Lockette Anderson, was born on August 18, 1934, in Uledi, PA, a small community west of Uniontown, PA. He served in the United States Army during the years of 1957-1959 and was released with an honorable discharge. After a lengthy battle with debilitating cognitive issues extending more than a decade, Norm experienced a rapid and fatal decline and departed this earthly life on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at Kane Regional Center in
McKeesport, PA. He was a member of Covenant Church of Pittsburgh in the early 2000s. Norm's first love was music. Once appearing on The Ed Sullivan Show in New York City as a vocalist, Norm was the consummate entertainer. He performed throughout Western Pennsylvania in his spare time as a jazz vocalist and
percussionist with a local band of fellow musicians. As a hardcore fan of his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers, Norm often claimed that "black and gold" was in his blood. Norm not only loved watching sports but stayed active and participated in sports even into his senior years. He enjoyed playing golf and loved to run track -
so much so that he participated in the Summer Senior Track and Field Olympics in
2009 in Harrisburg, PA.
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April 24, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Linda Rowe, 58, of North Huntingdon passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025. She was born in McKeesport on May 11, 1966 to the late Robert and Ruth (Marquette) Vennebush. Linda dedicated her life to caring for others as a home health caregiver - her compassionate spirit touched the lives of countless patients, and her gift for providing comfort and support was deeply felt by all those she assisted. Linda is survived by her beloved spouse, Edward "Ed" Flanigan; her two sons, Kenneth (Julianne) Rowe and William Rowe; and her stepdaughter, Sherry (Rick Forkey) Flanigan.; wonderful grandchildren, Richard Forkey, Jr., and Abigail Forkey, as well as Morgan and Mason Rowe; her siblings, Patricia Murtha, Karen (John) Filicky; her bonus sister, Cheryl Porco; and many cherished nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Linda is preceded in death by her twin sister, Lisa Vennebush. Friends are welcome Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 12 - 4pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. A small prayer service will take place at 4:00 in the funeral home chapel. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
