December 01, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Paul Thomas Vavra, 73 of Dravosburg, passed away on Tuesday, November 30th, 2021, at his home. He was born in McKeesport on October 17, 1948, to the late Albert J. Vavra and Theresa Moran Williams. Paul was the loving husband of 52 years to Georgia M. Lesko Vavra. He is survived by his wife Georgia as well as their daughters Paulette Sutter of White Oak and Trisha (Thomas) OBrien of West Mifflin. Paul is further survived by his brother Raymond Vavra of Clairton and his sister Barbara Jean Habjanitz of Glassport. He is also survived by his grandchildren Cameron, Erin, Sydney, and Shauna, as well as nieces and nephews. Paul also leaves behind his beloved pug Trixie. Paul was preceded in death by his brothers Albert and James, and his sisters Patty, Mary Jane, and Joanne. He was a decorated veteran of the U.S. Army, stationed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Paul worked at U.S. Steel in Homestead in the motor room for 20 years, at Scalise Industries, and as an electrician. He was also a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church in Duquesne. Paul enjoyed meticulously organizing his garage and building cars. This love of cars resulted in an avid interest in racecars and racing at Keystone. Arrangements have been entrusted to I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
December 01, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Norma L. Allen, 85, of Port Vue, passed away Monday, November 29, 2021. She was born June 6, 1936 in Lewistown, PA and was the daughter of the late Norman L. and Helen (Wright) Anderson. She was the wife of the late Edward Leonard "Spike" Allen who passed away February 28, 2011. She worked as an office manger for over 30 years for Dr. David Jacobs and later Dr. Charles Levowitz. She enjoyed ceramics, cryptograms and word searches. She had a passion for shopping especially in the local malls. Norma also enjoyed yard work, gardening and opera music. She also liked to feed birds.
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November 30, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Anthony F. Procacina, Sr., age 82, resident of McKeesport and Herminie, passed away Monday, November 29,2021 in ProMedica (HCR Manor Care) in Monroeville. Anthony was born, January 12, 1939 in Duquesne, he was the son of the late John A. and Anna L. Gugliardo-Suncine Procacina.
Prior to his retirement he was a foreman having worked for US Steel Duquesne Works for many years. Anthony was a member of St. Edward’s Church in Herminie. He was an outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and gardening. Anthony will forever be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to many. He was a kind and fun loving soul that loved his family.
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November 30, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Dolores A. Savage, age 95, of West Mifflin, passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021, at home. Daughter of the late Ben and Mary (Pasek) Pacacha, she was born on November 8, 1926, in Duquesne. Dolores was retired from the West Mifflin School District where she worked in the high school cafeteria. She was a member of Holy Cross Parish-Holy Spirit Church and she enjoyed playing cards, baking, bingo, and rooting on the Penguins. She was the beloved wife of the late Theodore Savage; mother of Mary Ann Hartman of West Mifflin, Rose Savage of Dravosburg, Theodore (Beth) Savage of Dravosburg, and Theresa “Terri” Savage (spouse Elena Detoma) of West Mifflin; grandmother of Christine Hartman, Kim Hartman, Ben (Nicole) Savage, Meg Savage and Tim (Kersti) Savage; great grandmother of Nolan Savage, Josie Savage and Emily Porter; sister of Carl (Joan) Pacacha of Michigan, Edward (late Vern) Pacacha of Munhall and predeceased by Irene Pacacha, Josephine Debiak, Regina Sudzina, Patricia Kampert, Walter Pacacha, Steve Pacacha, Sylvester Pacacha, Norbert Pacacha and Frank Pacacha; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 2, 2021 from 4-8 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. Parting Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Friday, December 3, 2021, at 9:15 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Spirit Church, West Mifflin, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in St. Hedwig Cemetery, West Mifflin.
November 30, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joanne Elizabeth Topoleski, 100, of Glassport, passed away into the Lord's hands on Monday, November 29, 2021 at home. She was born August 24, 1921 in The South Side of Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Stanley and Katherine (Steliga) Stasik. She was the wife of her dearly loved husband, the late Edward Joseph Topoleski, Sr. She was a member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish- Queen of the Rosary Site. She came to Glassport as a young bride and met many wonderful friends and neighbors with whom she shared her life. Her family will remember her legacy for making the holidays memorable, especially on Christmas Eve with "Oplatek" wishes before enjoying traditional polish food and the Easter meal, which always included the Blessed "Baranek" cake shaped like a lamb. Joanne enjoyed a ministry of sending cards to children and the elderly. Likewise her favorite volunteer activities centered around children especially at St. Joseph's School in Port Vue and the Elderly, especially at Kane Regional Hospital in McKeesport.
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November 30, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Howard J. Smith Jr., age 84, of Clairton, passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021 at Sterling Home. An Air Force veteran serving during the Vietnam War, he retired after 22 years as a military policeman for United States Air Force. He was a member of the Glassport VFW. Born June 7, 1937 in Floreffe, he was a son of the late Howard J. Smith Sr. and the late Viola (Kibe) Smith and husband of the late Ruth E. Smith. He is survived by daughter, Cheri M. Smith-Dworek of Elizabeth; son, Dean (Kathy) Smith of Glassport; granddaughter, Courtney (Bill Cush) Smith of Munhall; sister and brothers, Roxanne, Kenny, Gary, Wayne and Dale; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, December 5, 2021 from 4-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Monday, December 6, 2021 at 12 noon in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 30, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Eugene S. Skerkoski, 80, of Glassport died peacefully surrounded by his family on Nov. 30, 2021. He is the son of the late Frank and Vera (Hadam) Skerkoski. He is survived by his beloved wife Celine (Gniefkoski) Skerkoski; daughters Becky (Michael) Fallert and Lori (Douglas) Kanell; son Eugene (Stacey) Skerkoski; grandchildren Samantha (Joshua) Kutscher, Veronica Fallert, Cynthia Fallert, Chloe Skerkoski, Matthew Kanell, Colton Skerkoski, Caden Skerkoski and Michael Fallert and sister Loretta (the late Nick) Dabruzzo. He was preceded in death by his brother Frank Skerkoski. He was fondly known by many as "Mutcy". He was a retired police chief for the Borough of Glassport; a lifetime member of Citizens Hose Co. #1; a member of the PNA; member of Town Council for many years and a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish. He also served in the US Army. Mutcy was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed his family and always put them first. A funeral mass will be held Sat. at 9:30 am at Queen of the Rosary Church. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
November 30, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
November 30, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Shirley M. Currey, age 90 of Sandgate, VT and formerly of White Oak, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at Albany Medical Center. Born January 7, 1931 in Wilmerding, she was a daughter of the late Clark and Stella (Brady) Lockard. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Arol E. Currey, who passed away on May 7, 2015. She is survived by her daughter Marti (Ron) L. Costa of Sandgate, VT; son Gregory (Rhonda) Currey of Jacksonville, FL; stepson Dalyn (Elizabeth) Currey of New Jersey; sister Karen Bernard of McKeesport; and grandson Christopher (Samantha) Early of Hattiesburg, MS. In addition to her parents and husband, Shirley was preceded in death by her brothers Norman, Lawrence, Kenneth, and William Lockard.
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November 30, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Margot Elisabeth (Giera) Weber, 87, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born March 12, 1934 in Schuesselndorf, Germany, a daughter of the late Herbert Kurt and Elizabeth Maria Giera.Margot spent her life as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. After they fled communist East Germany, she, her husband, and her children eventually settled in the south hills of Pittsburgh. She was an excellent cook and baker, and enjoyed spending time with her family and dogs. Margot also spent time working in a laundromat in Mt. Washington. In the final years of her life, she resided in North Huntingdon and was surrounded by adoring neighbors. Margot will be remembered for her love of her family, her strength and resiliency, her home-cooked meals, and for always sending sweet treats home with her grandchildren.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Rolf Herbert Weber; sons, Helmut, Juergen and Stephan Weber; and daughter, Marion Weber. She is survived by her grandchildren, Christopher Weber and Catherine Weber; and nephew, Karl Heinz Goettner. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 1 p.m. in the James W. Shirley Funeral Home chapel, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 29, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Alexia Ann Pruitt, 19, died Nov. 24, 2021. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 1, 2021 at Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc., 449 Mitchell Ave, Clairton, PA 15025. A funeral service will be celebrated at 12 noon Dec. 2, 2021, at Round Hill Cemetery, 2131 Round Hill Church Road, Elizabeth Twp. Arrangements in charge of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home Inc. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Alexia, please visit our floral store.
November 29, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Aliah Elizabeth Johnson, 17, of McKeesport, was born June 11, 2004 in Pittsburgh, PA. She was the beloved daughter of Chris Johnson, Dawn Gibson and Lyndrena Webb.
Aliah was a Junior at Gateway High School. She cheered for the Little Tigers and was part of the McKeesport Girls Soft Ball League. She attended the Community Empowerment Program in McKeesport. Aliah was a member of Oasis Ministries.
Aliah was a loving, caring and affectionate young lady. She loved doing puzzles and spending time with family and friends. Most of all, she loved spending quality time with her little cousins; Delanie and Paige.
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November 29, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Sarah Ellen Daerr Kelley, 77 of Port Vue, formerly of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Sunday, November 28th, 2021, at her home. She was born at McKeesport Hospital on August 4th, 1944, to the late John Daerr and the late Olive Perrin Bailey. Sarah is survived by her best friend and husband of 57 years William Duane Kelley, Sr. She is also survived by her daughter Carole A. Curran of Port Vue, son William D. (Stephanie) Kelley Jr. of Elizabeth, sisters Sharon Cain of Brentwood, Suzanne Schmidt of White Oak, and brother Tobias Daerr of Liberty Boro, sister-in-law Ruth Daerr of South Park, and grandchildren Abigail Kelley, Caitlyn Kelley, Emma Kelley, and William Kelley as well as several loving nieces and nephews. Sarah was preceded in death by her sister Shirley Thompson, and brother Larry Daerr. She was a Sunday school teacher at St. John's Lutheran in Glassport and a Brownie Leader in Port Vue. She enjoyed baking, cooking, crafting, and spending time with her best friend Joy, as well as spending as much time as possible with her grandchildren. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, December 1st, from 2 P.M. to 6 P.M., followed by a service at 6 P.M. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. Burial will take place at Round Hill Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Parkinson's Foundation by either picking up a donation form at the funeral home, or by visiting https://www.parkinson.org. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
November 29, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Frank “Butch” Bonosky, age 92, of Duquesne, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at UPMC Magee Hospital. Son of the late John and Barbara (Michulis) Bonosky, he was born in Duquesne on May 4, 1929. He was a retired bricklayer for U.S. Steel and enjoyed gardening, hunting, and fishing. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. He was the husband of the late Dorothy L. (Charney) Bonosky for 60 years; father of Patricia (Mark) Bezak of West Mifflin, Karen (Wayne) Peaco of Gilbert, SC, and Frank W. Bonosky of Duquesne; grandfather of Hillary (Bryan) Dranko of Liberty Boro; great grandfather of Lily and Addison Dranko. He was predeceased by brothers and sisters, Walter, Albert, Philip and John Bonosky, Barbara Rusinak and Antionette Anderson. There is no visitation. 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.
November 29, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Irene (Topolnak) Kincaid, 49, of Mckeesport died November 27, 2021. She is the daughter of Patricia and the late Michael Topolnak. She is survived by her children Scott (Chelsea) Cartia of Mckeesport, and Justin (Angela) Kellerman of South Hills; grandchildren Nevea Cartia and Lional Cartia; sisters Tina (Topolnak) Sharpe and Tracey (Topolnak) McCall; niece and multiple nephews; and 3 great nieces. Friends will be received at the Wojciechowksi Funeral Home, Glassport Friday from 2-4 and 6-7:30, at which time a funeral blessing will be held with Fr. Miroslaus Wojcicki. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the family for funeral costs.
