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Jerome William Brudy

May 19, 2021 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Jerome William Brudy, age 53, of Port Vue, went to be an angel to serve the Lord on Tuesday, May 18, 2021.  He was born in McKees Rocks on August 30, 1967 and is the son of the late Earl and Jean Gongloff Brudy.  He was self-employed for years selling recordings of hockey fights to fellow fans.  He then worked at Giant Eagle in Pittsburgh.  He was a boxer in the McKees Rocks Boxing league in 1983.  He enjoyed listening to soft rock, pop music, and rock.  He loved spending time with his wife, caregiver and best friend, Heidi, and his furry companion, Rosie Ann.

 
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Nicholas "Nick" Vay

May 19, 2021 |

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


Nicholas "Nick" Vay, 82, of Lincoln Boro, passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2021. He was born January 31, 1939 in Lincoln and was the son of the late Domenico "Nick" and Gaetana "Tinney" (Giochi) Vay. He was the husband of the late Dorothy Marie (Moonis) Vay who passed away November 10, 2009. Nick was a member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Eugene Church in Liberty Boro and was retired from the Carpenter Department of US Steel Clairton Works. He was a former Police Chief, Policeman, Mayor, Fire Chief, Road Crew Supervisor and Council member for Lincoln Boro. He loved taking care of the land and farming. 

 
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Harold "Harry" Cutshall

May 19, 2021 |

By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home

Harold "Harry" D. Cutshall, Jr., 65 of Belle Vernon, formerly of West Mifflin,  died May 18, 2021.  He is the son of the late Harold and Louise (Rinard) Cutshall, Sr. and beloved husband of the late Lynne Cutshall.  Harry is survived by his sons Brian Cutshall and Chad Cutshall; grandchildren Ethan, Ivan, Liv, Harlan, Grace and Justin; sister Delores (Eugene) Hamar; brother Michael (Heather) Cutshall; also nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.  He was preceded in death by his sisters Joni Riddlebaugh, Carol Murphy, Nancy Persky and Linda Cutshall.  Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.

 


Julie F. Schweitzer

May 18, 2021 |

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

Julie F. Schweitzer, age 73, of White Oak, passed away on May 18, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born in McKeesport on April 24, 1948, she was the daughter of the late George and Rose Totin. Julie was a former hairdresser and dog bather and she decorated sweaters. She was the wife of David H. Schweitzer for 45 years; mother of Janna (Casey Zychowicz) Schweitzer of Aliquippa; sister of Patricia (late Richard) Cirucci of Mt. Lebanon and Helene (Drew) Schaming of Port Vue; aunt of Stacey (Grant) Bartko of Elizabeth. She is also survived by two great nephews. There is no visitation or service. Arrangements entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

 


Mark Todd Wintermyer

May 18, 2021 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Mark Todd “Country” Wintermyer, 54 of Clairton, passed away on Saturday May 15, 2021. He was born in McKeesport on July 15, 1966 to Edward Paul Wintermyer, Sr. and the late Victoria Hope Anderson Barna. He is survived by his children Amanda of Mississippi and Micah Wintermyer of Jasper, Alabama as well as his 2 grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers Edward Jr. of Clairton and Thomas (Ronda) Wintermyer of Glassport and his father Edward Paul Wintermyer, Sr. Mark was preceded in death by his mother Victoria Hope Anderson Barna. He enjoyed watching football and was an enthusiastic Steelers fan. Above all, he treasured spending time with his children.  Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


Donna Marie Wilson

May 18, 2021 |

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

Donna Marie Wilson, age 47, of McKeesport, died May 11, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born March 30, 1974, in Plum Borough, she was the daughter of Rose Marie Wilson.

Donna Marie was a kind-hearted, loving person. She was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. Donna Marie competed in the Special Olympics, in her early years. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and beadwork creations.

 
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Walter Woods Kunkle

May 18, 2021 |

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

Walter Woods Kunkle, age 95, of White Oak, died May 17, 2021, at home.  Born March 27, 1926, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Herman and Mamie (Kim) Kunkle, and husband of Donna Holshue, who died minutes before him.

 
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Donna Holshue Kunkle

May 18, 2021 |

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

Donna Gail Holshue Kunkle, age 79, of White Oak, died May 17, 2021, at home.  Born December 11, 1941, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Helen (Septer) Morgan and wife of Walter Kunkle, who died just moments after Donna.

 
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Ruth M. Kelly

May 18, 2021 |

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

Ruth M. (McClain) Kelly, age 81, of Morrisdale, formerly of Elizabeth, passed away on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Embassy of Huntingdon. She retired as a secretary for Pemberton's in Boston. She was a member of Elizabeth Wesleyan Church. Born September 4, 1939 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Howard and Anna (Kalkbrenner) McClain. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Rev. Roy A.  Kelly; sons, David Kelly of Boston, Dennis (Cheryl) Kelly of Morrisdale and Patrick (Linda) Kelly of Macungie; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three sisters, Judy Stumme of North Versailles, Diane (Dennis) Marhefka of Hamilton, OH and Sherry (Bill) Whisel of New Castle; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she 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, May 20, 2021, from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Service will take place on Friday, May 21 at 1 PM at the Elizabeth Baptist Church with the Rev. Charles Bowers officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Burial is private. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Anna M. (Raible) Busch

May 17, 2021 |

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

Anna M. (Raible) Busch, 90, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021 at UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born June 19, 1930 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Daniel and Agnes (Holtz) Raible. Anna was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church where she was a Christian Mother and lector. She enjoyed quilting, playing cards and especially loved taking care of her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard Busch; sons, Daniel and Ronald Busch; son-in-law, Edward O'Day; brothers, Walter, Edwin, Roy, John, Fr. Daniel; sisters, Rita Harrison and Mary Welsh. She is survived by her sons, Gary (Donna), Richard (Karen), Randall (Kristine); daughters, Bernadette O'Day, Lora (Daniel) McCullough; sister, Sr. Agnes Raible CDP; daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Busch; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and one on the way.

 
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Thomas "Woody" Edward Paull, Sr.

May 16, 2021 |

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

Thomas "Woody" Edward Paull, Sr., 67, of Boston, passed away Saturday May 15, 2021. He was born August 5, 1953 in Uniontown and was the son of Nancy (Whoolery) Paull of Greenock and the late Rev. Wendell Eugene Paull. He was the husband of the late Idalynn (Morgenstern) Paull who passed away December 26, 2006. Tom was a member of the Greenock United Methodist Church, the American Legion, and the Audubon Society. Among the many hobbies that Woody had, he most enjoyed genealogy, photography, watching movies and was into the history of the Railroad and the Civil War. He was also a volunteer at numerous local Fire Departments. He worked for the former General Motors Fisher Body Plant in West Mifflin and was a US Navy Veteran.

 
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Laurie Lynn Rack

May 16, 2021 |

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

Laurie Lynn Rack, 54, of Pittsburgh, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021 after a courageous battle with Ovarian Cancer. She was born April 14, 1967 in McKeesport and was the daughter of  L. Robert and Virginia B. (Gilleland) Rack of Elizabeth Township. She was a 1985 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School, she obtained her Bachelors Degree from West Virginia University, her Associates Degree in Nursing from CCAC, her Bachelors Degree in Nursing, her Masters Degree in Nursing and her Doctorate of Nursing from The University of Pittsburgh.   Laurie worked as a nurse for over 30 years, primarily at UPMC Montefiore where she was Clinical Director for the last 15 years. . She was an avid Pittsbugh Pirates fan and enjoyed gardening. Laurie was known as a planner and organizer, whether it be for work, home or even black Friday shopping. She was a kind-hearted person who was always thinking of others, whether through charity or tying scarves around poles in the Pittsburgh area for the homeless.

 
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John L. Kubicko

May 16, 2021 |

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

John L. Kubicko, age 91, of North Braddock, Pennsylvania passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years Mary Krivjanik Kubicko.He was born on Saturday, January 24, 1930 to the late Stephen William Kubicko and Edna Mattey Kubicko, as well as Cecelia Kranyak Kubicko.

John, also known as the Pennsylvania Outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf and all things outdoors. He was also an outdoor sporting goods sales representative.

John is survived by his loving cherished daughter Donna Lee MacDonald Florida, sister-in-law Madeline (Stephen) Lesko and sister-in-law Catherine (late William) Kubicko.

His life was enriched with interactions of his loving, thoughtful and caring nieces and nephews, Cathy (Alvin) Knox, Carole Marie (Keith) Simmons, Corrinne (Michael) Dowling, Colleen (Robert) Pantalone, Stephen Kubicko and Jeffrey Lesko.

 
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Donald Louis Schillaci

May 15, 2021 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary

Donald Louis Schillaci, 86, of Mckeesport, died Friday, May 7, 2021. He was born in Glassport on December 7, 1934. He was the son of the late Louis Jerome Schillaci and Annabelle Pryor Schillaci and the husband of B. J. (Betty Jean) Schillaci.

Don graduated from Glassport High School in 1952. He attended Marietta College on a football scholarship. He worked at Copperweld in Glassport. He was a supervisor at McConway Torley, Tygart Industries, Sash Erectors Fabricating, and Reliance Steel. He retired as a maintenance worker at McKeesport Housing Authority.

He loved all sports and ran a 70 and over softball team for Jaycox-Jaworski. He was elected into the McKeesport and Glassport Sports Hall of Fame. He enjoyed golfing, playing softball and watching his grandsons play all sports over the years. He loved all of the McKeesport sports, but never missed a McKeesport High School Football game.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by brothers, Joseph (Jeanette) Schillaci, and Louis (Noreen) Schillaci; sister-in-law, Norma Schillaci; children, Donna (Dino) DiGregory, Jay (Evie) Schillaci, Gregg Schillaci and stepson, Dave Asmonga; grandchildren, Dino II, Gino, and Dominico DiGregory, Jay (Laura) Schillaci, Jeremy Schillaci, Jenn Schillaci, Brandon Schillaci, and Amanda Asmonga; great-grandchildren, Gino DiGregory, Jr., Alessandra and Matteo Schillaci and Viola Schillaci. Special cousins, Judy Johnston and Ralph Schillaci. Also lots of cousins, nieces, and nephews.

 
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June E. Ferguson

May 15, 2021 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

June E. Ferguson, age 96, of White Oak, died on May 14, 2021. Born in McKeesport on June 6, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Charles T. and Sarah Heatherington Williams and the wife of the late Robert C. Ferguson.

 
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