July 25, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert "Bob" Braun, 82, of White Oak, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2022. He was born on Crawford Street in Duquesne on November 25, 1939 and is the son of the late George M. and Emma (Padjen) Braun. His family moved to Elizabeth Township when he was eight years old. Bob married the late Marian (Markovic) Braun on May 9, 1975. His first job was a parking lot attendant for Balsamo's. Along with his father George; he operated a gas station on Walnut Street in McKeesport, while they each had other jobs. Bob was at Christy Park Mill and his father was at Duquesne U.S. Steel Mill. He also worked at Edgar Thompson Steel Mill from which he retired. He was the go to man if you needed anything done, he was always willing to help. Bob belonged to the Eleventh Ward Club in Christy Park and the Croation Fraternal Union of Versailles. He may have been raised in Elizabeth Township, but he spent a lot of time in McKeesport where he had many friends, even the McKeesport police. He loved to tell stories of his life in McKeesport while keeping those in his presence laughing. He had a good recollection of his life.
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July 25, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Albert J. Siler, Jr., age 93 of West Mifflin, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital. Born August 30, 1928, he was a son of the late Albert J. Siler, Sr. and Ellen V. (McGowan) Siler. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - Holy Spirit Church in West Mifflin, Albert worked at US Steel's Homestead Works, was a US Army Veteran of the Korean War, and was a member of the AARP Chapter #1612 in Clairton. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years Suzanne (Harrigan) Siler; his sons Daniel (Nadine) Siler of Claridge and David (Maryann) Siler of St. John's, FL; his daughters Linda (James) Wolfe of Moon Twp., Karen (Thomas) Welfer of Robinson Twp., and Kristin (John) Selnekovic of Robinson Twp.; his six grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; his sisters and brothers, Rose M. (James) Sedley of Mt. Lebanon, James (Sylvia) Siler of West Mifflin, Margaret (Stephen) Koget of Monongahela, Rita Katherine (Gerard) McElhinny of Pleasant Hills, Regina (Nicholas) Botti of West Mifflin, Theresa Ann Tatrai of Bethel Park; his sister-in-law Marian Siler; and also many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Albert was preceded in death by his siblings Josephine Maloy, Elizabeth Cekala, Vincent Siler, Agnes Pasky, Francis Siler, and Patrick Siler.
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July 24, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Jerrel D. Casey Barnes, age 25, of Pittsburgh, died July 21, 2022, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born September 21, 1996, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Bruce Barnes and Janell Casey.
Jerrel enjoyed drawing, watching anime, playing video games, and listening to Christian rock. He also took photos of buses and had a bus fanning YouTube channel. Jerrel was looking forward to attending CCAC in the fall to pursue a degree in graphic design.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brothers, Kirklan and Bruce and his sister, Llenaj, and adopted brother, Ricky Rivers; maternal grandmother, Harriet Casey; paternal grandmother, Yevette Barnes; Uncles, Jermaine and Jerrel Casey, John Johnson, and Tom and Andre Barnes and a host of cousins, family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Curtis Casey, and paternal grandfather, Thomas Barnes.
Family and friends may be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, from noon until the memorial service at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com
Supervisor, Charles Danforth
July 23, 2022 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Anna Marie (Ross) Fearon peacefully passed on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at the age of 57; after a courageous 3-year battle with cancer, and with her loving family at her side. Anna Marie was the devoted wife of Dan Fearon. Loving mother of John (Amber) Savinda, Tabatha (Matthew) Savinda, and Samantha (Robbert) Sanner; adoring Nana of Damian, Caden, Izzy, Camryn, Levi, Dakota and Mackenzie.
Anna Marie is also survived by siblings, Martin (Anna Marie) Ross, Dorothy (Ron) Guidas, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in passing by her mother, Margaret (Caldwell) Ross, brother, Ricky Ross, and sister, Sandra Ross.
Anna Marie adored her 7 grandchildren. She loved people and spread sunshine wherever she went.
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July 23, 2022 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Doris Jane McClymont Walker of Goshen, Kentucky, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, died peacefully in her home on July 20, 2022. She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of fifty- two years, P. Duane ("Dewey") Walker, and her dear and only sibling, Edna Mae Hannen.
Doris was born in Coulter, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania on December 17,1931, to the late Richard and Lillian Lyons McClymont. She very much identified with being "a little girl of the 30's," with her strong sense of values and her very frugal ways. Upon graduating from McKeesport High School in 1949, Doris became a legal secretary. (She held treasured, lifelong memories of all the years she spent running to catch the train from her sleepy little coal mining town of Coulter, into downtown McKeesport for school and work.) It was while working as a legal secretary that she met Dewey, and they married in 1959.
As Doris and Dewey started their family, there were significant moves for Dewey's career. All the while, Doris filled the role as primary caregiver to their three children, yet still found time for volunteerism: teaching Sunday school, using her secretarial skills to type large print reading materials for the visually impaired and also learning Braille. Years later, Doris discovered her love for painting and became a decades-long student at the Schrodt Art Studio in Louisville, completing many vibrant and beautiful oil paintings. She was so pleasantly surprised and honored the year she won a blue ribbon at one of the Studio's Art Shows!
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July 23, 2022 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Regina E. (Leonard) Haxel, age 91, of Irwin, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022. She was born October 5, 1930 in Paintertown, the daughter of the late William and Regina Leonard. She was a long-time member of the First Presbyterian Church in Irwin where she served as a deacon, sang in the choir and participated in the Stephen Ministry to help people that experienced a loss. She worked for a number of companies during her career including G.C. Murphy Company, A&M Foodland, Truxal Trucking and RCS Laundromat. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers Robert, John “Jack”, Bernard, William and Thomas Leonard. She is survived by her daughter Karen Ann (James) Garbart of Monongahela and brothers Richard Leonard of Irwin and Lawrence Leonard of Irwin.
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July 22, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Jt Storm Long, age two months, of McKeesport, died on July 18, 2022. Born May 17, 2022, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of James H. and Kc (Gatchie) Long, Jr.
During his short time here on Earth, Jt touched many lives and was loved deeply by his family. His life was a brief gift to us; he will always be remembered as our "Special Angel."
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July 22, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Forrest Leonard Trasp, age 76, of Russellton, PA, died on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. He was born in McKeesport on December 2, 1945 and is the son of the late John Francis and Myrtle Mae Berga Trasp. He loved listening to music, going to the mall, and watching animated TV shows and movies.
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July 22, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Kenneth Katrick, age 88, of Port Vue, died July 22, 2022, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born November 5, 1933, in Port Vue, he was the son of the late Michael and Susan (Laboda) Katrick and the beloved husband of Jean (Palesko) Katrick for 66 years. As an adult, Kenneth, with the help of his wife, tirelessly helped put him through night school to obtain his college degree. He would go on to work for U.S. Steel as a mechanical engineer.
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July 22, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Daniel "Dan" Pacich, 79, of Clairton passed away early Thursday morning, July 21, 2022. He was born February 5, 1943 in Clairton and is the son of the late Louis and Francis (Olesky) Pacich. He was a member of the former St. Mary Serbian Orthodox Church in Clairton before closing their doors, and also a member of The American Legion, Post 75 in Clairton. Dan worked as an Iron Worker and eventually retired after 25 years, giving him a lifetime membership with Local #3. Now a veteran, he also served in the United States Army where he was a Private Driver for their General and was awarded the Sharpshooter Rifle Medal.
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July 22, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Judy M. Johnson, age 57, of Forward Twp., passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at Jefferson Hills Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. She was a former employee for Headstart in Elizabeth. She was a former member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., a member of the Daughters of the America Revolution, a former seamstress, and a friend to anyone she met. Born November 4, 1964 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Robert F. Barrett Sr. and the late Patricia (Hurlbut) Barrett. She is survived by her husband of nine years, Scott A. Johnson; children, Joe (Rachael) Jenkins of Detroit, MI and Jessica Jenkins of Elizabeth; stepchildren, Kevin Johnson of Forward Twp. and Kerisa (Jim) Lewis of Forward Twp.; grandchildren, Dan, Don and Jordan; step-grandchildren, Jaelynn, Teagan and Jimmy; canine companion, Hunter; sibllings, Patty Lou (Bruce) Knabenschuh of Elizabeth, Nancy Schwer of Munhall, Bobby (Linda) Barrett of Forward Twp., Karen (Lawrence) Bennett of Forward Twp. and Kenny (Joyce) Barrett of Bethel Park; sister-in-law, Sandy Barrett of Jefferson Hills; brother-in-law, Rob Johnson of Elizabeth; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
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July 22, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Michael L.. Faccenda Jr., 62, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born on December 27, 1959 in Pittsburgh, son of Michael (Donna) Faccenda and Rose Marie Esquivel. Michael was a graduate of South Hills Catholic High School Class of 1977 and was a produce manager for Giant Eagle for many years. He served on the Board of Western Westmoreland Municipal Authority and was a former commissioner of North Huntingdon Township. Mike was a member of Pitcairn-Monroeville Sportsmen’s Club and was very involved with the Boy Scouts and served as a leader. He enjoyed spending time with his family and his canine companion, Gracie. He is survived by his wife, Melissa (Miles) Faccenda; sons, Matthew and Michael; daughter Bianca (Dane) Plotner; brother, Nick (Meredith) Faccenda; sister Carmen (Paul) Faccenda-Harshall; and sister Lia Faccenda.
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July 21, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Joanne V. Sinichak, age 78 of White Oak, formerly of Duquesne, died July 20, 2022. Born December 31, 1943, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Zatkovich) Sinichak. Joanne was a 1961 graduate of Duquesne High School. She was a member of St. Mary Russian Orthodox Church in McKeesport. She enjoyed word search puzzles, lunch with friends, and always putting others' needs first.
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July 21, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Margaret A. Handel, 82, of White Oak, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2022. She was born April 20, 1940 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Joseph Hromyak Jr. and the late Catherine (Hook) Hromyak. She was the wife of the late Frederick G. Handel, Sr., who passed away April 17, 2001. She was an active member of Refuge Church in Manor. Reading scripture gave her peace and comfort. Margaret was also a member and former EMT at Greenock Fire Co. in Elizabeth Township, and a Boy Scout Den Mother. She was a graduate of McKeesport High School Class of 1958 and Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing Class of 1960. Margaret was an RN and had retired from Jefferson Hospital after 20 years of service. She previously worked for US Steel Homestead and US Steel Clairton.
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July 21, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Claudia Marie Navaroli, age 63, of Wilkins Township, formerly of White Oak, died on July 18, 2022. She was born in McKeesport on April 27, 1959 and is the daughter of the late John and Rosemarie Miller Navaroli. She had a very strong faith and prayed daily. She was previously employed at USX National Tube, then later at Sam’s Club performing several jobs including forklift driver and baker. She loved her cats and driving her car while listening to diverse selection of music.
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