October 12, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Debra Ann Kiser, age 61, of Liberty Borough, died October 8, 2021, at UPMC Montefiore. She was born February 6, 1960, in Smyrna, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Eugene and Thelma (Murray) Ashcroft. Debra is survived by her loving husband of 18 years, Donald "Kip" Kiser.
Debra was always busy, from her time as a CNA at Jefferson Hospital to running her parent's card shop in Holiday, Florida. She also spent a lot of time working in the service industry. On Debra's off time, she enjoyed soaking up the sun at Honeymoon Island, Florida, going to see the ocean and manatees at Cocoa Beach, Florida, and the trip to New York to see the butterfly exhibit.
In addition to her husband, Debra is survived by her siblings; Eugene Ashcroft, Angie (Ashcroft), and Robert Ashcroft.
Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories can be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor.
October 12, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Margo Johnson, 71, died October 6, 2021. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021, at Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc., 2326 Jenny Lind Street, McKeesport, PA 15132. A funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Creative Ministries Berachah, 1422 Evans Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132.
October 12, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Jessie Mae Brownfield, at the age of 76, Jessie was a loving mother of two children and two grandchildren. She passed away on September 30, 2021 at Riverside Nursing Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel P. Allen, Sr., Lillian J. Allen, and her son, William Brownfield.
Jessie was born October 17, 1944, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. She was the youngest of seven children. She was a graduate of the McKeesport Area School District She loved doing various crafts and putting jigsaw puzzles together. She often worked at her sister’s personal care home. Creative Ministries Berachah is where Jessie was a church member, she served on the prayer and bible school ministry; Mother’s Board; and Hospitality Team.
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October 12, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Emma (Jurmann) Ravella, 99, peacefully passed on Saturday, October 9, 2021. Emma was the devoted wife of the late Frank A. “Smokey” Ravella. She was the loving mother of Joseph “Joe” and Frank (Donna) Ravella. She was the adoring grandmother of Nick (Veronica),Ashley, Frank (Connie), and Devin; great-grandmother of Nicholas, Penelope, Frankie and Peter. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and all who loved her. In addition to her husband, Emma was preceded in passing by her parents, Ferdinand and Fenesia Jurmann, and her siblings, Carmella, Josephine “Pina”, Erminia, Cecelia, Lilly, William “Willy”, and Alfred.
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October 12, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
William Kenneth Law, II, 52, was born March 4, 1969 and raised in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. He briefly resided in Austin, Texas. William was known best as Big Shug - Shuggy bear or as his God mother, God rest her soul Beverly Banks referred to him as “Bam Bam.”
William graduated from McKeesport Senior High School. He also earned a scholarship to Arizona State University. While attending Arizona State, William found his green thumb. He had a passion for plants and always for football. He also loved his fish Joan Brown given to him by his aunt Joanie. Above all, William loved his family and friends, he had a big heart. He loved good food.
On Tuesday, October 5, 2021, William was called to his eternal home. He was preceded in death by his father pap William Kenneth Law I, sister Crystale DeLainia Law, and niece Precious DeLainia DeAnne Law.
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October 12, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Emeric A. Randolph, 65, died October 6, 2021. A Memorial Gathering will be held Friday, October 15, 2021, at 1 p.m. at Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc., 2326 Jenny Lind Street, McKeesport, PA 15132, with a service to follow at 2 p.m.
October 12, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Dorothy A. Baran, age 73, of Port Vue, died October 11, 2021. Born December 24, 1947, in Homestead, she was the daughter of the late John C. and Ruth (Davis) Wertz and wife of the late John Baran.
Dorothy loved riding motorcycles with her late husband. They each had their own and enjoyed rides together, taking in the scenery.
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October 11, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Constance “Connie” L. Dubyak, age 73, of White Oak, passed away on October 10, 2021, at UPMC Montefiore Hospital. Born in McKeesport on February 29, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Irene (Bodnar) Dubyak. She was the owner of a cleaning business and a member of Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici Church in White Oak. Connie is survived by her brothers, Wesley (late Marlene) Dubyak of White Oak and Bruce (late Gina) Dubyak of North Port, FL. There is no visitation. Interment will take place at St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Cemetery in Avella, PA, on Thursday, October 14, 2021, at 12:00 Noon. 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.
October 11, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jason Eric Dyer, 43, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, October 1, 2021. He was born November 21, 1977 in Corona, CA, and was the son of Dwight R. (Shirley) Dyer, Jr. of Elizabeth Township and Beverly (Burns) Sayer of Brookfield, MO. Jason worked for Value Added Processing Ink in East Pittsburgh.
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October 11, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Martha L. McGowan, 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021 at her home. She was born, June 4, 1938 in White Oak, Pa., a daughter of the late James L. and Georgia R. (Miller) Hall. Prior to her retirement, Martha was an executive secretary for Nuclear Science and later worked for Johnson the Florist. She enjoyed reading, doing word puzzles, flea marketing and camping with her family and friends in Donegal. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons, Paul W. Jr. and Shawn McGowan; and brother, James Hall. She is survived by her loving husband, Paul W. McGowan; daughters, ShayLee Gonzales and her husband, Felix, Heather Mayer; grandchildren, Shando, Brianda, Rionno, Jessica, Joshua, Justin, Jake, Johnna, Jordan; great-grandchildren, Jackson, Wyatt and Aria. Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday in the funeral home chapel. Entombment will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Instead of flowers, the family would appreciate donations made to the American Cancer Society.
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to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons, Paul W. Jr. and Shawn McGowan; and brother, James Hall.
October 11, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Albert DiBattista, age 91 of McKeesport, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at home with his family. Born January 24, 1930, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Antoinette and Vincenzo DiBattista. He was employed by Tygart Industries and retired from McKeesport Housing Authority. He was a member of the Boston Vets. In his spare time, he enjoyed boating, woodworking, and going out socializing and dancing with his dear companion of 25 years, Helen Gray. He loved spending time with his family. His proudest accomplishment was his four children and all of his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and their families.
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October 11, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Glen E. “Mr. Duquesne” Smith Sr., age 65, of Duquesne, Sunrise-September 2, 1956-Sunset, October 8, 2021. Born in Duquesne, he was the son of the late Meredith and Jessie (Grace) Smith. Glen worked as a custodian for the Duquesne School District, was a cement finisher for Ben’s Constructions, worked as a groundskeeper at Kennywood and retired from McDonald’s in the maintenance department.
He was a member of Payne Chapel in Duquesne. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn (Freeman) Smith of Duquesne; children, Daniel Hamilton of New Kensington, Glen Hamilton of West Mifflin, Olive (Scott) Hamilton of Duquesne, Kevin Hamilton of Penn Hills, Crystal Smith of Duquesne, Derrick Hamilton of Pittsburgh, Amanda Hamilton of Duquesne, Glen E. Smith Jr. of Duquesne, Donald Smith of Duquesne, and Ella Smith of Pittsburgh; 40 Grandchildren; many Great Grandchildren; Brothers and Sisters, Dolores (late Bobby) Charles of East McKeesport, Icy Smith of McKeesport, Vernon (Trish) Smith of Turtle Creek, Jessie Smith of Basley, South Carolina, late Donald “Chuck” Pirl, late Olive Smith, late Meredith Smith, late William Smith, late John Smith and late Kenneth Smith; and special thank you to his lifelong friend, Adrian Dunston.
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October 11, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ellwood P. Brady, 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh. Services were private. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warriers Project in memory of Ellwood.
October 09, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Theresa Ann Lockhart Seman, 52 of Clairton, formally of Monongahela and New Eagle passed away on October 9th, 2021, at her home. She was born in Uniontown PA, on November 6th, 1968, to John J. Lockhart of Bridgeville, and Ethel Pearl Bittinger Memmo of Clairton. Theresa is survived by her son Mathew David Lockhart of Irwin PA, daughter Anastasia Nadine Seman, and stepson Stephan (Kara) Seman of New Eagle, sister Mary Celeste Broker of Clairton, and brother John Paul Lockhart of Clairton, her boyfriend Brian Wilson of Uniontown, and her cat Lexi. Theresa worked as a certified nursing assistant for Barber. She enjoyed watching television shows and getting to chit chat with family and friends. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A memorial service will be held at a later date. 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
October 09, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary J. Becker, 52, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at UPMC Montefiore Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born, August 4, 1969 in Pittsburgh. Mary was the office manager for Armology of Western PA and a Norwin graduate. She enjoyed sewing, crafting and making stained glass. She is survived by her husband, Kevin Becker; son, Kevin Jr.; brothers Scott and Robert Wallace. There were be no visitation. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
