James A. Duncan Jr
May 19, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Harold O. West
May 19, 2022 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Harold O. West, 92, of Duquesne, died May 10, 2022. He is the son of the late Oscar and Hilda (Winkler) West and beloved husband of Rhoda (Gavlik) West. He is survived by his daughter Joy (the late David) Chickering son Harold (Anne) West, and daughter Jill (Edward) Rust; grandchildren Deborah (Ray) Townsend, David (Anila) Chickering, Danielle (Adam) Fornek, Jeremy Rust, Mandy (Eddy) Smith, and Michael West; great grandchildren Cole, Jayden, Quinn, Caylah, and Ezra; brothers Richard (the late Anna Mae) West and Kenneth (the late Beverly) West, and sister Nancy (Joe) Wilson. Harold was a retired Pharmacist and after his pharmacy career worked as an insurance agent for Primerica. He is a member of the First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport; graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy and served in the US Air Force. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne. A private interment will take place at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in Bridgeville, PA.
Donald Jay "Donnie" Krimm
May 18, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Donald Jay "Donnie" Krimm, 68, of "Level Green" passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. He was born September 4, 1953 in McKeesport and was the son of the late George Edward Krimm Sr., and the late Barbara L. (Miller) Krimm. Donnie graduated from McKeesport Vocational School in 1971. He worked for Port Authority starting out as a mechanic, leading into a supervisor role and eventually becoming the Fleet Manager. After retirement, Donnie was a Proprietor of Tube City Restorations where he was licensed to do state inspections and emissions. He was an ASE Certified Mechanic and just enjoyed spending all of his free time in the garage. He was a long time member of Faith Lutheran Church, a member of the Antique Automobiles of America, and was also a member of the Masonic Polaris Lodge. He took pride in volunteering for PITT in the Orthopedic Program, working with students for physical therapy, creating and fitting their orthotics.
Barbara Anne Jenkins
May 18, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Edward J. Lucot
May 18, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Edward J. Lucot, age 87 of Glassport and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. Born March 19, 1935 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Edwin Lucot and Mary (Martino) Trich. A US Navy Veteran of the Korean War and retired crane operator for US Steel - National Tube Works in McKeesport, Edward was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church (the former St. Joseph's Parish) in Clairton, the WAC Club and Club 22, both of Wilson, the White Oak American Legion, the Elrama Fire Hall, and the Sons of Columbus Santa Maria Council #3 of Clairton. Besides his parents, Edward was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Maryann M. (Mackulin) Lucot, who passed away January 10, 2015 and his siblings: Eugene, James, and Sandra Lucot. He is survived by his children Vincent (Bobbi) Lucot of Glassport and Danielle Gogoel of Elizabeth; his grandchildren: Dominique Walker, Courtney Lucot, Eric and Samantha Gogoel, Susan Dunnett, Michael Lucas, and Amy Bodzer; several great-grandchildren; and also nieces and nephews.
Florence C. Szpanka
May 18, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
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Mark Anthony Muic
May 17, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mark Anthony Muic, age 80, of Port Vue, died on Saturday, May 14, 2022 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in McKeesport on October 22, 1941 and is the son of the late Frank and Jean Mazur Muic. He was the co-proprietor of the Spotlight Lounge in Port Vue.
Lawrence "Larry/Red" Wilson
May 17, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Lawrence "Larry/Red" Wilson, age 88, of Port Vue, died May 16, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport. Born September 19, 1933, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late James and Ellen (Cruden) Wilson and the most loving husband of Emogene (Uhlir) Wilson for over 68 years.
Ronald H. Sheriff
May 17, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald H. Sheriff, age 76 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 in his home surrounded by his family. Born October 10, 1945 in West Mifflin, he was a son of the late Husain and Anna (Roscinko) Sheriff. A US Navy Veteran of the Vietnam Era and a retired electrician for US Steel, Clairton Works, Ronald was a social member of the VFW Post # 803 and a former member of Pine Run United Methodist Church, both in Wilson. In his spare time, he enjoyed duck pin bowling at Glassport Lanes, pitching horseshoes, and listening and dancing to doo-wop and oldies. He will be remembered as a very handy "jack-of-all-trades" who was always willing to lend a hand; as an adventurous spirit who was always up for anything; and, most importantly, as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Ronald is survived by his wife of 56 years Gale (Mort) Sheriff; his daughters Dawn (Darryl) Asbury of Smyrna, DE, Vanessa (Todd) Cooper of Lewes, DE, and Ronna (James) Patton of Jefferson Hills; his grandchildren Kailyn, Sarah, and Lindsey Asbury, Rebekka (Dustin) Pittman, and Taylor (Spencer) Patton; his great-grandchildren Colton, Carmen, Ava, and Charlea; his brother William Sheriff of West Mifflin; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters: Marie Magdic, Dorothy Smith, Genevieve Long, and Alice Stevenson.
Matilda A. "Tillie" Gricar
May 17, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Matilda A. "Tillie" Gricar age 90, of Versailles, died May 13, 2022, at home. Born May 1, 1932, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Philomena (Chiaverini) Como and the wife of the late Frank A. Gricar.
Tillie was the former co-owner of the Farmer's Fresh in McKeesport. She also worked for Bell Atlantic and was a manager at the Chestnut Inn in her earlier years. Tillie served as a Democratic Committee woman and had a love for politics. She also enjoyed cooking and baking.
Tillie is survived by her grandchildren, Charisse (Matthew) Richards and Perry Gricar; great-grandchildren, Xandria, Tabitha, Aryanna, Rilya, Matthew, and Victoria; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Andrea M. Graziano
May 16, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Andrea M. Graziano, age 82, of North Versailles, died May 15, 2022, at Kane Community Living Center McKeesport. Born October 27, 1939, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Margaret (Hrubovcak) Matty and wife of the late Joseph Graziano, Sr.
John R. "Bear" Weigand
May 16, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
John R. "Bear" Weigand, age 64, a lifelong resident of Liberty Borough, died May 15, 2022, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born September 6, 1957, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Raymond Jr. and Christine (Konias) Weigand and husband of Terri Taylor-Weigand.
James William Gray
May 16, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James William Gray, age 74 of West Mifflin, passed away at home on Sunday, May 15, 2022 surrounded by his beloved wife and pets. Born October 1, 1947 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Clifford and Beatrice (Faullert) Gray. James served in the Coast Guard during the Vietnam War, where he worked in search and rescue out of Erie. He retired as a Stationary Engineer for Point Park University and was a member of the Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish (Holy Spirit) in West Mifflin. James is survived by his wife of 34 years Patricia A. "Honey Bunny" Lujetic; sons Jeffrey Gray of Erie, Brian (Lynn) Gray of Erie, and Kevin (Joanna) Gray of Pearland, TX; grandchildren Declan, Matthew, Michael (Janeth), and Megan Gray; first wife Marlene Gray of Erie; sister Joyce Frauens of Pittsburgh; sister-in-law Rayma Gray of Baldwin; brother-in-law David M. Lujetic of Clairton; and niece and nephew Linda and Gary Gray. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother Gordon Gray. His wife, Patricia will remember her darling husband as the sweetest, kindest, and gentlest man she had ever met. It was her honor and pleasure to be married and care for her “Beloved Stargazer” as long as she did.
I. Duane Kucera
May 16, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Sgt. I. Duane Kucera, 70, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 5, 1951 in McKeesport, son of the late Irvine and Dorris (Mull) Kucera. Prior to his retirement Duane was a police officer for North Huntingdon Township with 40 years of dedicated service.
Duane served as K-9 officer, head of the traffic department and Emergency Response Team and was a member of Hartford Heights Vol. Fire Dept, as well as many other organizations. He was a graduate of Westinghouse Memorial High School Class of '69, served as North Huntingdon Township Commissioner from 2016-2020, and was a member of Allegheny Valley Lodge 39 F.O.P.
Duane was a "jack-of-all-trades" and enjoyed boating and spending time with his family and friends at their camp on the Allegheny River.
Duane fought a long hard battle with cancer, but never lost his sense of humor, remained quick witted and was always telling a joke or two. He was a friend to everyone and always willing to help and offer advice. His angels on earth now have a guardian angel in heaven.
Patrick J. McLaughlin
May 16, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Patrick J. McLaughlin, age 70 of North Huntingdon, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital. Born December 15, 1951 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Charles and Ann (Stinson) McLaughlin. Patrick attended the University of Nevada Las Vegas and worked at the Supervalue warehouse in New Stanton. Patrick was one of a kind, loved by many, and he will be so missed.
