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Beryl "Louise" Benson

July 30, 2023 |

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

Beryl "Louise" Lindberg Benson, 92 of North Huntingdon died July 29, 2023 at her home. She was born December 28, 1930 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late George and Edith Hackett Mains. Prior to her retirement, Louise was the owner of Liberty Precision Tooling and was later employed by Macys as a Lancome Representative with 20 years of service. She was a member of the Westmoreland City Methodist Church, enjoyed crossword puzzles and watching television. She was preceded in death by her husband Carl Benson in 2004, a son Charles Lindberg Jr., a daughter Cheryl Lotz, a sister Patricia Rusnock. She is survived by her daughter Barbara 'Babs" Khosraviani and her husband Dario, 8 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Wednesday at Westmoreland City Primitive Methodist Church at 11:30 a.m., 1250 5th Street, Westmoreland City, PA  15692.  Memorial contributions may be made to Tunnels for Towers. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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John D. Baldwin Jr.

July 30, 2023 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

John D. Baldwin Jr., age 78, of Duquesne, passed away on July 28, 2023. Born in McKeesport on September 12, 1944, he was the son of the late John D. Baldwin Sr. and late Gwendolyn (Davis) Baldwin. He was a custodian for Highland Dr. Veterans Administration Hospital. John was the husband of the late Yvonne (Lehnert) Baldwin and is survived by his daughter, Charlotte Rechendorff of Duquesne. Private service and committal will be held at the McKeesport-Versailles Cemetery. 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.

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Mary Ann Rishel

July 29, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Mary Ann Rishel, Professor Emerita in writing at Ithaca College and former Professor at Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar, passed away in Ithaca, New York on July 25, 2023, at the age of 83. The daughter of Michael and Helen (Stash) Malinchak, she was born on July 12, 1940, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Thomas.

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Sandra J. “Sandy” (Macko) Kosko

July 28, 2023 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Sandra J. “Sandy” (Macko) Kosko, age 83, of West Mifflin, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at home, surrounded by the love of her family. She was a former secretary at U. S. Steel-Homestead Works and a member of  St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-former Holy Name Church. Sandy loved the Pirates, antiquing, and being a co-pilot for her daughter Kathy. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed a cup of tea with Wise potato chips. She was the loving wife of the late Ronald “Dewey” Kosko for 54 years; cherished mother of Ronald Kosko of Pittsburgh, Kathryn (William) McCormick of Monongahela, Michael Kosko of Jefferson Hills, and Sandy Kosko of West Mifflin; grandmother of Jordan (Jake) McCormick, Mariah McCormick, Lani (Michael) Pappas, Zoe (Carlos) Kosko, Sydney Kosko, and Luke Kosko; great grandmother of Enzo Jerez; sister of Jack Macko, Andrew Macko, William Macko, Karen Petrauskas, Carol Kascuta, Fran Haynes, Judi Seifried, and Cheri Smith and predeceased by brother & sisters, Ronald Macko, Ronice Sigley, Lorraine Fite, Joan Burt, Patricia Petruzzi, and Trudi Kinavey; and will be joining her late dog, Sophie Sparkles. Memorial Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, from 9:30-10:00 a.m., at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin followed by a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Dan Sweeney officiating. The Mass will be streamed on the funeral home website. 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.

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Lillian M. McLaughlin

July 28, 2023 |

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

Lillian M. McLaughlin, 97 of North Huntingdon passed away peacefully early July 25, 2023 at her home. She was born April 5, 1926 in Spangler, Indiana County, Pa, a daughter of the late James Clark and Nellie Spiers Marsh. Lillian was proudly employed as a cashier for Kroger's for decades and she continued to work jobs into her seventies. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed keeping house, cooking, gardening, working, traveling and gathering with family. She was preceded in death by her husband Peter M., two sons Robert Scott and Peter A. Mclaughlin, a daughter Carol Ann Auckerman, brothers, James Harrison, William Wesley, sisters, Hazel Zentner, Edith Pearl, Edna Brehm, Mary "Ollie" Schadle, Laura Jane Marsh, Betty Mae Pressler, and recently, a very close niece and life long best friend, Thelma Lucas. She is survived by two daughters, Marlene Snyder, Laura Jablonsky, loving niece Janice Brehm and numerous additional very close nieces and nephews.Grandchildren, Diane L. Stein, Karen L. Katz, Susan E. Bork, Kathleen L. Snyder, Rachel L. Jablonsky, Kayleigh M., Kristopher and Michael Mclaughlin, Great grandchildren, Ashley Stein, Shannon Bork, Sarah J. Etling, Thomas E. Dillion, Douglas D. Marcoz and Emma Sanford. Visitation at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Friday, August 4, 2-4,6-8 p.m. Services Saturday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 

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Sonja Faye Noullet

July 28, 2023 |

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

On July 27, 2023, Sonja Faye Noullet passed peacefully surrounded by her beloved family.  Sonja was a talented lady.  She never found a DIY project she couldn't master.  She gifted her family with the beautiful fruits of her labor, paintings, crocheted blankets and baby outfits.  Her love for her husband and family was only surpassed by her love of God.  She was a prayer warrior and prayed diligently for all those she cared for and those she didn't know.  Although she will be greatly missed by her family, we are comforted to know she is dancing on the streets of gold surrounded by our loved ones that have gone before her.  Sonja was born October 16, 1941 in Columbus Georgia, a daughter of the late Arthur and Ethelda Kirkland Newman.  She was preceded in death by her sister, Sheila Duboise.  She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Richard L. Noullet; son, Richard (Lisa); daughters, Angela Rickard and Sarah Lewis (Kevin); brother, William Purvis (Debbie), sister, Skye Nightsong; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.  Friends will be received from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642.  Service to follow at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, 303 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2300, Chicago, IL  60601-5224.  Interment will be private.   www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Marlene A. Schelinski

July 28, 2023 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Marlene A. Schelinski, age 83, from Turtle Creek, died July 13, 2023, at the Squirrel Hill Wellness & Rehabilitation Center . Born July 23, 1939 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Frank and Alberta Massung.
Marlene was one of the first female bartenders and also worked in retail jewelry sales.
She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with the children and grandchildren.
Marlene is survived by daughters, Sharon Schlenski and Pam Wakefield and son, Paul Schelinski.
A memorial service will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at Renzie Park in pavilion one at 4 p.m. Luncheon will follow with celebration until 8 p.m. Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles A. Danforth, supervisor

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Denise Alene Roberts

July 27, 2023 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Denise Alene Roberts, age 69, of Belle Vernon, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at home. She retired after 19 years as a waitress at Cracker Barrel in Franklin, TN. Prior to that, she maintained kitchens for many school districts in Pennsylvania and Tennessee. Born November 21, 1953 in Glassport, she was the daughter of the late Alvin Meyers and the late Kathryn (Gardner) Sterner. She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Paul A. Roberts; children, Larry (Melissa) Hutchinson of Bensalem and Angela Marr of Belle Vernon; grandchildren, Cheyenne (Jose), Tyler, Hannah, Robert and Kira; great-grandsons, Luke and Carson; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Janine, Kathleen and Keith; stepfather, Donald Sterner; stepmother, Anne Meyers; and her beloved Reese Cup. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 1-3 PM. No service is planned. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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George Spahr Jr.

July 27, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

George B. Spahr, Jr. age 87, of White Oak, died July 23, 2023, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born April 5, 1936, in Homestead, he was the son of the late George B. and Kathryn (King) Spahr Sr. and the husband of Nora L. (Miller) Spahr.
George retired as a mechanic at Bob Massie Toyota. After retirement, he continued to work for #1 Cochran Automotive Group transporting cars to other dealerships. George loved cars and was known to be "always on the go." He was a member of the Sampson Mills Presbyterian Church.
George is survived by his son, Russ Spahr of Rostraver; grandchildren, Adam, Nathan, Wesley, and Aaron; many great-grandchildren; sisters, Norma Lee Martin and Elaine Leech of Florida; and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his son, David Spahr, and daughter, Sue Rugg.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
Supervisor, Chris Odasso

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Eleanor May “Honey” Wilson

July 27, 2023 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Eleanor May “Honey” Wilson, 82, a lifelong resident of Dravosburg, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, July 24, 2023. She was born in Mifflin Township on February 27, 1941 to the late Elmer and Catherine Reid Wilson. She is survived by her son, Michael Froman, of Florida, grandchildren Gregory and Brian Froman, of Florida as well as nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to her parents, Honey was preceded in death by her son Mark Froman, Jr., brother Elmer Wilson, and sister Jean Zettler. She worked as a cook for many years at the Skyview Restaurant & Lounge, which was located in West Mifflin. Honey’s sense of humor will be missed by all those that knew and loved her, she was awesome and one of a kind. Arrangements have been entrusted to I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to Allegheny Health Network Hospice at: Healthcare at Home, Office of Fund Development Hospice and Palliative Care, 4818 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

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Donna Maxwell Westcoat

July 27, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Donna Maxwell Westcoat, 85, of North Huntingdon passed away at home on Monday, July 24, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. She was born September 9, 1937 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Graydon & Ethel Maxwell. After graduating from McKeesport High School in 1955, she went on to study Education at Edinboro Teachers College. Donna loved being a 6th grade teacher in the McKeesport school district in her younger days and she also did some tutoring and substitute teaching throughout her life. She is survived by her devoted husband of over 27 years Fred Westcoat; sister Brenda Hoffman (Ralph); children Robin Toops (Jeffery) and Darren Hensel (Bren); step-children Scott Westcoat (Kathy), Warren Westcoat (Eve) and Ellen Jordan (Michael); her cherished grandchildren Max, Seth, Lyla, Joanie, Maddie, Trevor, Ashley, Catherine and Craig; and many nieces, nephews & cousins.

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Lawrence “Larry” P. Connors

July 27, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Lawrence “Larry” P. Connors, age 88, of Irwin, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023. He was born October 6, 1934 in Helena, Montana, the son of the late Lawrence A. and Doris M. Connors. Upon graduating from Gonzaga University with a degree in chemical engineering, Larry was hired by Westinghouse in Pittsburgh. He continued his education at Carnegie Tech where he earned a degree in electrical engineering. He worked as an engineer his whole career. Larry loved traveling, cooking, and reading about history. His lifelong love of learning continued at the University of Pittsburgh in retirement.

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Joseph Robert “Bob” Sholder

July 27, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Joseph Robert “Bob” Sholder, 73, of North Huntingdon, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023. He was born October 12, 1949 in Turtle Creek, a son of the late Lawrence and Violet (Caldarelli) Sholder. Bob was a Navy veteran, retired from Union Railroad, Pittsburgh, and he was an avid golfer. He is survived by his wife Betty (Peluso) Sholder; children Michelle (Jim) Klingensmith of South Park, and Brian (Karen) Sholder of South Park; grandchildren Samantha and Conner Klingensmith, and Joshua and Alyssa Sholder. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.

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Genevieve S. Yuna

July 26, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Genevieve S. Yuna, age 100, of North Versailles, died July 24, 2023, at Walden's View of North Huntingdon.  Born June 27, 1923, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Wasil and Anna (Misczycha) Smolinsky and wife of the late Andrew Yuna.  Genevieve worked in the home office for the G.C. Murphy Company for over 40 years.  She was a member of the St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church and also a "pirohi pincher."  Genevieve loved all Pittsburgh sports, was a season ticket holder for the Steelers, and attended three Super Bowls.  She had a passion for bingo, and casinos were a close second.  Genevieve always felt very blessed and was a lucky lady.

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Michael James “Mike” Gouker

July 25, 2023 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Michael James “Mike” Gouker, 46 of West Mifflin, formerly of Clairton, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023 at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. He was born in Morgantown, West Virginia on July 8, 1977 to the late Kenneth Gouker and the surviving Deborah (Boyd Gouker) Gecan. He is survived by his wife of 9 years, Beth Boyles Gouker, mother Deborah (Boyd Gouker) Gecan, step-father Dale Gecan, children Jacob and Emma Gouker of Glassport, brother Brian Gouker, of South Carolina, niece Kayla Gouker, of South Carolina, aunt Beverly Gouker, of Elizabeth, uncle Harold Gouker, of Elizabeth, in-laws James and Glenna Boyles, of Indianapolis, Indiana, best friend and adopted brother, Chadd Augustine, of West Mifflin, and his loving cats, Bear, Shadow, Dexter and Cash. Mike was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Gouker, and grandmother Margaret Boyd. He was a member of the 46 Club in Wilson, as well as Wilson Presbyterian Church, and was employed in the deli at Shop n’ Save in Century square. Mike was a man that loved his family and he enjoyed going to dances with his daughter, going fishing with his son, and was an avid fan of wrestling.  Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com