October 19, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Zurich, 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at Walden's View, North Huntingdon. She was born May 13, 1930 in North Huntingdon, a daughter of the late John and Jessie Zurich. Prior to her retirement, Mary worked for Isaly's and was a member of St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church, Monroeville. She enjoyed bowling and playing cards. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brothers, George, Stephen, Edward, Mike and John; sisters, Mildred and Ann. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 10:30-11 a.m. Saturday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Nichols Serbian Orthodox Church, Monroeville, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 19, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Earl L. Simeral, 85, of North Huntingdon passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born June 14, 1937 in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late Earl and Margaret (Hoyko) Simeral. Prior to his retirement, Earl worked for US Steel and was a veteran of the US Army. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Earl; brothers, Russ and Kenny Simeral; sister, Carol Hamilton; and grandson, George. He is survived by his brother, Wayne Simeral; friend, Darlene Stafford; and several nieces and nephews. Services are private. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 18, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Celeste Wagner, age 60, of Garland, TX, formerly of North Versailles, North Huntingdon and White Oak, PA, passed away unexpectedly on September 29, 2022 in Dallas, TX. She was born on July 15, 1962 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Charles Wagner and Audrey Duggan Wagner.
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October 18, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
John Robert Sims, Jr., age 76, of White Oak, died on Monday, October 17, 2022. He was born in Pittsburgh on December 21, 1945 and is the son of the late John Robert, Sr. and Gay Marie Hessenmueller Sims. He proudly served in the United States Navy and was stationed on the same submarine that is at the Carnegie Science Center. After serving in the military, John was employed at the Hilton in downtown Pittsburgh, he worked in sales for many years, He was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a masters in sociology. He then taught at various colleges throughout the area including the University of Pittsburgh, the University of Duquesne, La Roche University, and the Community College of Allegheny County. In 1998 he founded the Single and Custodial Father’s Network and continued there until its closing when he retired in 2005. He provided help to many, many people throughout the years.
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October 18, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
David L. Douglass, age 65, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at home. He retired as a computerized machinist at Elizabeth Carbide in Versailles. He enjoyed going to the casino and playing poker with his family. Born January 22, 1957 in Elizabeth Twp., he was a son of the late Charles D. and Anna Louise (Pascoe) Douglass. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Lynn Jory; children, Michael Jory of Elizabeth Twp., Daria (Chris) Beardsley of Pitcairn and Barbara (Jason) Sari of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Jacob, Caitlyn, Madi, Michael and Eli; sister, Phyllis (Cliff) Klein of Florida; father-in-law, Arthur Zebroski of Finleyville; brother-in-law, Arthur (Beth) Zebroski of Finleyville; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Thursday, October 20, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Friday, October 21, 2022 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Deacon Al Poroda officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Central Volunteer Fire Co., 425 Scenery Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
October 18, 2022 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Eleanor M. Duvall Linn, 86, of White Oak, passed away peacefully and surrounded by love, on Sunday, October 16, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital.
She was born August 9, 1936 in Monessen to the late Cassius and Elizabeth J. (Wallace) Duvall.
Eleanor was the devoted wife of the late Charles E. Linn Jr. who passed away in 2007. She is survived by children, Kathy DeMarco of Glassport, Charles E. Linn III of White Oak, nephew, Michael Dorich of Trafford, who she raised as her own, grandchildren; Jason (Holly) DeMarco, Shannon (Ryan) Campbell, Angela (Donnie Rudberg) Linn, Jessica (Dave) Gross. Great grandchildren; Ethan, Shane, Ryder, Izzy, Emma, Levi, Jackson, Zoey, & Lucy as well as nieces and nephews. Along with her parents and husband, Eleanor was preceded in death by son; William R. (Bill) Linn of McKeesport; brother, James Duvall, sister, Rosemary Dorich, niece, Kim Dorich.
Eleanor was an active member of the Bryn Mawr Church of Christ in White Oak where she taught Sunday school for over 40 yrs. She helped with youth group, was a deaconess, and started a crochet/knitting group known as “Busy Hands” (jokingly referred to as “The Happy Hookers” by her daughter). She was an avid reader and took books to the church for others to borrow, helped with the flea market, and essentially helped wherever needed. Eleanor was a magnificent baker; always baking for others, especially family graduations and weddings. She loved crossword puzzles, Jeopardy, Scrabble, and anything that exercised her brain and her vast vocabulary. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her, and her loving spirit will live on in those whose lives she touched.
Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 from 4:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. at E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. A service at the funeral home will immediately follow at 7:00 P.M. Interment will take place at a later date at Richland Cemetery in Dravosburg. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
October 18, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Rev. Roy A. Kelly, age 84, formerly of Elizabeth, passed away on Monday, October 17, 2022. He was a minister at the former Elizabeth Wesleyan Church for 40 years. He volunteered at the local food bank and Boston Trail, and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Born September 5, 1938 in West Newton, he was a son of the late Ernest "Art" and Mary (Hodge) Kelly and husband of the late Ruth M. (McClain) Kelly. He is survived by sons, David Kelly of Boston, Dennis (Cheryl) Kelly of Morrisdale and Patrick (Linda) Kelly of Macungie; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by daughter, Pamela Kelly. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, October 20, 2022 from 4-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Friday, October 21, 2022 at 1 PM in Elizabeth Baptist Church with the Rev. Charles Bowers officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Burial will followi in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabeth Baptist Church, 735 Bunola River Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 17, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Bernard "Bernie" Douglas Chizmar, 73, of Lincoln Borough, passed away Friday, October 14, 2022. He was born January 25, 1949 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Stephen and Ellen Elizabeth (Murphy) Chizmar. He was the husband of the late Lorraine "Lolly" (Esack) Chizmar who passed away June 3, 2014. Bernie worked for Bankers Rigging, CPI, and the former US Steel National Tube Works. He was a member of the Steelworkers Local 5852.
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October 17, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Dominic Michael Judy, age 61, of Harrison City, passed away at home on October 15, 2022, after an extended illness. Born on October 2, 1961, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Robert L. and Virginia M. (Teti) Judy and the husband of Christine (Buleza) Judy for 32 years.
After Dominic graduated from McKeesport High School and the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, he worked as a pharmacist at McKeesport Hospital, Rite Aid, and finished his career at Express Scripts. Through the years, Dominic always had a love for music and magic. His fascination for music started at a young age. His home and vehicles always had to have the best sound systems for him to enjoy his favorite songs. He enjoyed doing magic for his young nieces and nephews. He also enjoyed traveling with his lovely wife. His favorite destinations were Hawaii and Disney World, which they visited often. Dominic was known for his love for fireworks. His annual Fourth of July firework show was admired by family, friends, and neighbors.
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October 17, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Linda L. Crosbie, age 68, of Elizabeth, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a social member of the Boston Vets. Born July 23, 1954 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late William P. and Nancy (Neal) Crosbie. She is survived by her daughter, Billie D. Abbit of Elizabeth; granddaughter, Shataya (Richard) McMillan of Charleroi; great-grandchildren, Aiden, Richard, Lucas, Jada, Connor, Cayden, Nalani and Sebastian; sisters, Nancy Shoemer of Bunola, Mary E. Henry of Belle Vernon and Sally Gray of West Newton; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by son, Chad Crosbie, and siblings, Ruth E. Cameron and William Crosbie. No visitation or service are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 17, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Joseph Michael Pellecchia, age 57, of Liberty Boro, PA, died on Sunday, October 16, 2022. He was born in Cheverly, Maryland on July 18, 1965 and is the son of Doreen Lucas Hornfeck of West Mifflin and the late Pietro Pellecchia. Joseph proudly served in the United States Airforce and was stationed in Germany from 1984 to 1988. After his service in the military, Joseph was most recently employed at Mon Yough Community Services as a crew chief, where he worked with mentally disabled adults.
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October 17, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Antoinette (Kardos) Remaley “Toni”, 82, of North Huntingdon, PA, passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2022 in Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. Toni was born November 27, 1939, in East Vandergrift, PA, to the late Nicholas J. and Anna M. (Kromka) Kardos. She graduated from Washington Township High School in 1957, and was a majorette with the Thunderers Drum and Bugle Corps. Toni met her life-long companion, Frank Remaley, while she was working at G.C. Murphy in Vandergrift. Frank and Toni married in June of 1960, and at the end of April, 1963, they welcomed their only child, Lou Ann. Toni was a stay at home mom, always there to offer her daughter and her Ward Drive friends rides, and advice when needed. She always attended Mass on Sundays at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in North Huntingdon. Through the years, Toni enjoyed camping and weekends with her family at Morraine camp lands, and later, traveled with her husband throughout the country, visiting casinos, and dog and horse racing tracks. One of Toni's favorite things was family dinners, and for many years, Toni was her grandson's biggest fan. She traveled far and near to watch Dante play in countless baseball and hockey games. She was always there to offer a smile and to cheer Dante to victory. Toni easily made friends, finding the best in everyone, and for her husband and daughter, she was the calm in the storm with the patience of a saint. In addition to her parents, Toni was preceded in death by brothers, Paul J. Kardos, Patrick Kardos, Nicholas Kardos, and sister Elizabeth Plazio. Toni is survived by her her loving husband of 62 years, Frank Remaley, daughter Lou Ann and her husband Greg Youhon of North Huntingdon, her grandson Dante and his wife, Melissa Youhon of Pittsburgh, PA., siblings, Loretta Kardos of Washington Township and Joseph (Carol) Kardos of West Leechburg, sister-in-law, Juanita Kardos of North Apollo, and many nieces and nephews. She will be dearly missed by family, friends and neighbors. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m.on Tuesday at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 17, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Bernard A. "Bernie" Carrozza age 89, of McKeesport, died October 15, 2022, peacefully at his home. Born January 12, 1933, in the 3rd Ward of McKeesport, he was the son of the late Luciano and Colomba (Sica) Carrozza and the husband of 61 years to the late Joanna (DiVirgilio) Carrozza.
After graduating from McKeesport High School in 1950, Bernie enlisted and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951-1955. Bernie advanced rapidly through the ranks, being promoted to Staff Sergeant in just three years. While on leave, Bernie was introduced to Joanna and they married in October 1954. After receiving his honorable discharge, Bernie earned an Associate Engineering Degree in Electrical Technology at Pennsylvania State University. He continued evening school at Duquesne University and Carnegie-Mellon University to earn his Bachelor Degree in Mathematics and Physics while working different jobs until he went to work for the U. S. Steel Corp. Bernie retired after 30 years of service from the U. S. Steel, Christy Park Works as a Manager of Commercial Sales. Bernie was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Patrick Church. He was an active member of the Renzie Park Senior Club, the Palenese Club in McKeesport, the McKeesport High School Class of 1950 Reunion committee, and the Italian Sons and Daughters of America. Bernie was well known for his decades of club fundraising by selling the "Enjoy” coupon books. He enjoyed bringing his buddies together; he organized his famous "Bernie's Buddies" lunch's that were held once a month for 20 years. Bernie enjoyed playing Bocce Ball, spending winters in Florida with Joanna and old and new friends, going to cardiac rehab 3 times a week for 20 years, and listening to his favorite artists like, Frank Sinatra, Barbara Streisand, and Michael Bublé. Bernie’s passion was dancing, and, he was always known as a wonderful dancer. He and Joanna enjoyed going dancing regularly over the years with their life-long friends. Bernie believed his greatest accomplishments were his wife and family and always being gainfully employed.
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October 17, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Kenneth James Mikell Jr, age 65, of McKeesport, went to be with the lord on October 10, 2022. He was born on November 30, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Kenneth James Mikell Sr. and Mary Ann McWilliams and husband of Trixie Fullenwider. Kenneth was known to many as "Flea," and to family as "Jimmy".
He graduated from McKeesport High School, class of 1973, where he played football and ran track with a standing record that has yet to be beat. After High School, he attended the University of Pittsburgh on a football scholarship. In addition to sports, Kenneth was a loving person and a caretaker to many people. He was known for his sense of humor and great stories. He had a great passion for helping and encouraging others. Kenneth will always be remembered in the hearts and minds of those who cared for him deeply.
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October 17, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Alan M Pavuk of North Huntingdon ran to the Father on Saturday, October 15, 2022, after a 17 week battle with a malignant brain tumor. Born November 18, 1952, in McKeesport, he was the second child of Joseph M and Eleanor (Peterson) Pavuk. He graduated from Norwin High School in 1970 and Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1974. He was employed on the pipe production line of the Electric Resistance Weld US Steel-Camp Hill McKeesport plant, retiring in 2014. Alan cherished making memories by traveling- first with his parents on bus trips and later with his sister to New York, North Carolina, Florida, and California for family events. He had an amazing mind for details and loved learning, with a sweet tooth to rival Buddy the Elf. Shopping to find the best bargain brought him great delight in addition to watching classic comedy shows, attending car cruises, and supporting local farmer and craft markets. He had an eye for colorful gems, glasswork, decorative lights, and clothing. Radio programs from short wave to AM, local to international were part of his daily schedule. His greatest passion was music of wide genres from 1960s rock to reggae, ska, and sea shanties. Alan supported many independent local and international musical artists in his extensive audiovisual library. He was a member of St Mary's Romanian Catholic Church and attended Free Hungarian Reformed Church both of McKeesport. Alan was preceded in death by his parents and older brother, Joseph E Pavuk. He is survived by his sister, Susan Rabe, sister-in-law, Sharon Pavuk: niece and nephews: Megan(Chuck) Stitt, Joel(Erica Gatts) Pavuk, Timothy(Brittany) Rabe, Benjamin(Kelly) Rabe, Noah(Jessica) Rabe: and great nieces and nephews: Adelyn, Josie, and Ira Stitt and Raegan and Elias Rabe. Visitation: Friday, October 21,2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm with brief memorial service at 7 pm at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will be held Saturday, October 22,2022 at 10 am, St Mary's Romanian Catholic Church 318 26th Street McKeesport. Interment will follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.
To honor Alan, please wear vibrant colors, cartoon, music, or novelty shirts to both events. Donations may be made to SLB Radio Productions, Inc, Pittsburgh to assist in supporting the art of music and radio broadcasting.
Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8
