September 07, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Albert F. Harmon, Jr., age 84, of Dravosburg, died at home on September 4, 2023. Born September 12, 1938, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Albert Sr., and Mary Jane (Evans) Harmon and husband of Elaine (Laver) Harmon.
Albert worked at Copperweld in Glassport, the Pittsburgh Rail Car, and Napa on Route 51.
In addition to his wife, Albert is also survived by sons, Edward (Brittany) Harmon and Albert (Patty) Harmon; grandchildren, Kristie Harmon, Edward Harmon, McKenna Harmon, Ashley Donaldson, Justin (Tara) Harmon, and Alicia (Chris) Amodeo; many great-grandchildren; brother, Kinzy Harmon, former daughter-in-law, Deborah (Rick) Wellek, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by siblings Clifford Harmon and Kreal Canning. The services for Albert will be private.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com. Charles Danforth, Supervisor
September 07, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Virginia Gail (Gelbish) Murray, 74, of Greenock, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2023. She was born October 14, 1948 in Braddock and was the daughter of the late Willis E. and Wilma (Diosegy) Murray. Virginia worked for the Department of Welfare as a Disability Advocate and retired after 30 years of service. She was an alumni of Divine Redeemer and graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a BA in Psychology. She grew up in McKeesport and has resided in Greenock for the past 29 years. She was known for being completely devoted to her family and was an extremely generous and kind person. Her compassion for people was extraordinary. She provided for her family first before herself. Her commitment was to always do the right thing. She was a member of the former St. Pius Church, McKeesport and then St. Mary's Romanian Church until she was no longer able to attend. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Gelbish of Greenock; grandchildren, Chloe Gelbish, Alexander Smith and Jack Creely; great-grandchildren, Julie, Anna, Raymond Jr., and Aleah Davenport; and sister, Cathryn (John) Flaherty of Gibsonia. Service was private. 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
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September 07, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Agnes Stella Bradley, age 94, of McKeesport, died September 6, 2023, at Kane Community Living Center in McKeesport. Born October 27, 1928, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Pearl (Winters) Lapinski and wife of the late William C. Bradley. Agnes and her husband enjoyed polkas when they were young as well as roller skating.
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September 07, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Baby girl Ada Marie Prines, daughter of Joshua and Brea (Bolden) Prines, was given her Angel wings on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. In addition to her parents, Ada is survived by her big brother, Leo; maternal grandparents, Brett and Kelly Bolden; pateranl grandparents, Frank and Leslie Prines; maternal great-grandparents, Michael and Virginia Moritz; paternal great-grandmother, Bonnie Gesinski; aunts, Blair Hoffer and her husband, Nathan, Lindsay (Ben Douglas) and Carly Prines; and uncles, Shaun and Jordan Prines. Services are private. Brea and Josh would like everyone to let their children know how much they love them every day. Donations may be made to the March of Dimes or Pittsburgh Bereavement Doulas in memory of Ada Marie. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
September 06, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Pamela Jane Logue, 69, of West Mifflin, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 3rd, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 17th 1954 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late John L. and Sarah J. (Bennett) Griffith. Pam worked at the former Brooks Fashion as a sales manager in Century III Mall for over 8 years and loved to design the front window with the latest fashions. She then would become a homemaker to spend more time with her family. Pam was a member of the United Methodist Church of Dravosburg. She loved being with her friends and family, listening to music, drawing, and playing cards. Pam also enjoyed playing the machines at Harvey's in Duquesne. Most importantly, she was a loving wife, an adoring mother, and a wonderful Gee-Gee. She may be gone from our sight but never from our hearts.
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September 06, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Paul R. Strotman, 75, of Forward Township, passed away Monday September 4, 2023 and with heavy hearts and teary eyes, the world bid farewell to a true hero, and heaven welcomed his extraordinary soul. We now gather to remember the remarkable life of Paul, a man whose courage and boundless love touched us all. He was the son to the late Samuel and Elizabeth (Smith) Strotman. Paul was more than just a Vietnam Veteran; he was a warrior, with a heart of gold. His valor was exemplified by the 3 Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star adorning his chest - each a testament to his unwavering commitment to saving his comrades.
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September 05, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Alexander Drozdiak, age 91, of White Oak, PA, died on Monday, September 4, 2023. He was born in Shamokin, PA on October 11, 1931 and was the son of the late Alexander J. and Anna Danchak Drozdiak and the husband of the late Dorothy E. Dolf Drozdiak, who died on November 1, 2012. Alexander earned a bachelor’s degree from General Motors Institute (now Kettering University) and later retired as an engineer for General Motors Fisher Body. He was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. Alexander enjoyed singing in the choir and cantoring at various churches throughout the area.
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September 05, 2023 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Patricia Ann Owens McSurdy, 83 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Monday, September 4th, 2023 at her home. She was born in McKeesport on July 24th, 1940 to the late Raymond and Eleanor Owens Glos. Patricia was the loving wife of 59 years to William A. McSurdy. In addition to her husband, Patricia is survived by her daughters Cheryl McSurdy of Jefferson Hills, Carole McSurdy of White Oak, Tammi (Dennis) Kirby of Indiana PA, and Linda (Michael) Stouffer of Cooperstown, her sister Rita Payton of Fairport NY, her brother Bernard Glos of Jefferson Hills, grandchildren Erin, Timothy, Daniel, Katie, Victoria, Jamie, and Julie as well as many nieces and nephews. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents. She was a member of the St. Paulinus Church. Patricia enjoyed taking care of flowers and had an affinity for crochet. She was famously known as the “coupon lady” and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will be held in the chapel at Round Hill Cemetery Friday, September 15th, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in memory of Patricia to the Dementia Society of America by mail at PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901 or online at www.DementiaSociety.org/donate. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
September 05, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Elizabeth "Betty" Morrison, 98, of Eighty Four, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023 at home. She was born September 6, 1924 in Philadelphia and was the daughter of the late Frank and Vina (Voss) Yeager. She was the wife of the late Robert M. Morrison, who passed away January 26, 2000. Betty worked for many years in sales at Troutman's, and Bon Ton and would also work for United Engineering. She enjoyed flower gardening and feeding the birds. Betty was a member of The Arbor Day Foundation and The Audubon Aviary. She was loved by everyone and will be greatly missed.
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September 05, 2023 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Grace A. Nedzbala, 87, of West Mifflin, died Sept. 3, 2023. She is the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Maiolo and beloved wife of the late Frank (Francis) Nedzbala. Grace is survived by her brother Jim (Vincent) Maiolo and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters Rose Campbell and Anna May Rascjok and brother Joseph Maiolo.
Grace was a retired hairdresser, an active member at Holy Trinity Church, and a member of the White Oak American Legion Auxiliary. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Thurs. from 5 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Fri. 10:00 am at Holy Trinity Church with Father Dan D'Antonio.
September 04, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joanne (Cyphers) Sujeta, age 88, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023, at home. She was a long-time member of the National Rifleman’s Association (NRA), a member of the Firearm Owners Against Crime (FOAC), and she helped campaign for Republican candidates. In the 1980’s and 1990’s, she was a member of the Clairton Anglers Club, and she enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, fishing, and spring walks at the East Broadtop Railroad. Born July 30, 1935 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Eugene and Ann (Hrapchak) Cyphers and wife of the late Emil G. Sujeta. She is survived by a daughter, Eleanor Sujeta of Pleasant Hills; sons, Emil (Gayle) Sujeta of Elizabeth Twp., David (Linda) Sujeta of Jefferson Hills, and Michael Sujeta of Jefferson Hills; grandchildren, Alan Sujeta of Elizabeth Twp., and Amanda (Adam) Sujeta of Elizabeth Twp.; sisters, Ellen Andrewson of Finleyville and Jeanie McBride of Jefferson Hills; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Adam Stump officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
September 03, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Debra M. "Debbie" Solo, age 72, of West Mifflin, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023, at UPMC Mercy. Born in McKeesport on May 17, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Dolores (Charmo) Waugaman. She was a former x-ray technician, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-former Holy Name Church, liked sketch artistry and drawing, gardening and was passionate about the Steelers. She is survived by her son Chris (Susie) Solo of State College, PA; grandmother of Michael Solo and Molly Solo; and sister of Gary (Linda) Waugaman and their family Bryan, Jason and Laura Waugaman and late Craig (wife Carol survives) Waugaman and their family Chaz and Brant Waugaman,. There is no visitation. Services will be held on Friday, September 8, 2023, at 12 noon, with inurnment, in Holy Name Cemetery, West Mifflin. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
September 03, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Nancy Zumbro South, 91, of North Huntingdon, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 1, 2023 after suffering a brief illness at Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh. Nancy was born on July 20, 1932 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Andrews and Helen (Wendell) Zumbro. She was the wife of the late James South who passed away February 17, 2014. She was a graduate of McKeesport High School and worked for the Aluminum Company of America for 7 years. Nancy was a lifelong member, Deaconess and Sunday School Teacher at Park Baptist Church. She was also a long time member of the DAR (Daughters of American Revolution), the McKeesport Symphony Society, the National Secretary Association, and an Honorary Penn State Alumnus. Nancy worked for many years at H.B. South Printing alongside her husband, Jim. She was a pillar of her church, active in the community and a beloved mother and grandmother. In her spare time she enjoyed being a seamstress and playing tennis, and had a great love for traveling. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Marcia South Klein who passed away September 27, 2021. She is survived by sons Mark James South (Ann Davis South), Marlin Joseph South (Maura Momich South), son-in-law Phil Klein, grandchildren Julia and Noah South, and beloved dog Zoey. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends are welcome Tuesday, September 5, 2023 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm and 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak. (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director. Funeral Service will be officiated by The Rev. Dr. Rudy Mayak at Park Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 10:00 am. (Everyone please meet at the church) Private Entombment will follow at the Garden Mausoleum at Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Park Baptist Church, 749 Center Street, Versailles, PA, 15132, or The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, 1 N. Linden Street, Duquesne, PA, 15110, organizations Nancy felt strongly about. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
September 02, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Bernadette E. Mikolics, age 90, of North Versailles, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at Overlook Green Senior Living-Whitehall. Born in Duquesne on November 18, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Balog) Wagner. She was a former transportation clerk for U.S. Steel-Homestead and was also a homemaker. She was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Parish-Sacred Heart Church. She was a graduate of Duquesne High School and Douglas Business School. She volunteered 10 years at Jefferson Hospital and was an avid card player. She was a former member of the former St. Stephen Hungarian Church in McKeesport. Bernadette was the wife of the late William Mikolics; sister of the late Frank (late Helen) Wagner, late Veronica (late Joseph “Tepy”) Budjos, and late William Wagner. She is the aunt to Joseph (Mary Jean) Bujdos, Judith (George) Yurgec, Barbara (Tim) Fenton and their children Chrissy and Tim; great aunt of Alexis (Mike) Saponsky and their children Lizzy, A.J., and Maya, Matthew (Katie) Yurgec and their children Caelyn and Caroline, Dr. Jeanne Marie (Dr. David Irwin) Bujdos, Dr. Veronica Bujdos, Lucy (Caleb) Olsen, and Joseph Bujdos III. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 7, 2023, from 10:30-11:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Church, 1600 Brinton Rd., Braddock Hills, PA 15221 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Martin Barkin, officiation. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-455-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
September 02, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Sylvia A. (DeFazio) Tullius, age 92 of Clairton, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023. Born September 25, 1930 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Dominic J. DeFazio, Sr. and Mary (Capozzi) DeFazio. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church, where she also served as a sacristan, Sylvia volunteered for Meals on Wheels in Clairton, for Jefferson Hospital, and for the PTA when her children were young. Most of all, her family will remember her as a mother through-and-through and as an excellent cook, baker, and seamstress. Besides her parents, Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband James E. Tullius, who passed away May 26, 2014; her son James M. Tullius, who passed away January 12, 2016; and her siblings Clementine Nuzzo and Dominic J. DeFazio, Jr.. She is survived by her children Sr. Sylvia A. Tullius, OSF of Warrendale, Patricia M. (Andrew) West of Clairton, Anita L. (Larry) Elder of Loudon, TN, Mary B. Tullius of Clairton, and Danette M. (David) Alderson of Jefferson Hills; her grandchildren Andrew J. (Tara) West, Jeffrey A. (Lisa) West, Shaun P. (Tracey) Elder, Mary C. (Paul) Formella, James V. and Rachel K. Tullius, David G. (Jacquie) Alderson, and Ryan D. (Jackie) Alderson; her great-grandchildren Ethan X., Liam A., and Samuel L. West, Claire Alderson, Jack and Anna Elder, and Brooks and Ember Formella; her daughter-in-law Lisa Tullius; and also nieces and nephews.
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