May 10, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald Samuel Gillie, 82, of Versailles, passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021. He was born March 2, 1939 in Elizabeth and was the son of the late James Benjamin and Katherine (Thomas) Gillie. He was a retired policeman and worked for Elizabeth Borough. After retirement, he was a electrician, motorcycle mechanic and also worked for Advanced Auto. He was a Boy Scout, Eagle Scout and a Scout Master for Pack # 133.
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May 10, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Milan John "Mel" Kesser, Jr., 65, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, May 9, 2021. He was born May 5, 1956 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Milan John Kesser, Sr. and Rosemary M. (McKay) Kesser Gerondites. Milan was a faithful and devoted member of St. Agnes Church in North Huntingdon. He worked as a cab driver and also for the former National Tube in McKeesport. Mel was a very religious and spiritual person who would pray for the world and for those who passed away everyday. He was an excellent caregiver for his mother, Rosemary who recently passed away April 12, 2021. He was also a member of the McKeesport Dartball League.
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May 10, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
James P. “Jimmy” Maxwell, age 76, of West Mifflin, passed away on May 9, 2021, at home. Born in Homestead on May 8, 1945, he was the son of the late Perry and Lillian (Kennedy) Maxwell. He was a retired machinist from U.S. Steel-Homestead Works, a member of Homeville Christian Church, Pitcairn-Monroeville Sportsman Club and he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Jimmy was the beloved husband of 55 years to Mary Lou (Downie) Maxwell; father of Gina Maxwell Caito of West Mifflin and Robin (Vanessa Suncine) Maxwell of West Mifflin; grandfather of Tomilyn (Jamie Miller) Caito, Roman (Jenn) Caito, and Taylor (Jason) McCall; great grandfather of Owyn Miller, Landon Caito, Sienna Caito, and Carmine Caito; brother of Cheryl (Dan) Wehrer of West Mifflin and Kim (Mike) McElroy of West Mifflin.
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May 10, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John Paul Peddicord, 69, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, May 9, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born September 8, 1951 in Pittsburgh, a son of Catherine (Artman) Peddicord and the late Louis Peddicord.
John was a laborer for Federal Pacific and enjoyed playing the drums, building puzzles, reading, playing trivia, telling and listening to jokes and watching his favorite tv shows. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy; brothers-in-law, Jack and Mike; sister-in-law, Laura Peddicord; and nephew, Mike. He is survived by his brothers, Louie (Karan), Kenwood, Sam (Laurie), Mick, Steve (Rena); sisters, Linda Proctor, Debbie Constantine, Kate Hawk, JoAnn Brugnoli; aunt, Mary Pogel; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.
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May 10, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Marcella M. Szymarek, age 91, of New Stanton, formerly of McKeesport, died May 4, 2021, at Redstone Presbyterian SeniorCare. Born June 9, 1929, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Tomkowitz) Sharp and wife of the late Walter Szymarek.
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May 09, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Gregory “Flake” J. Zalac, 57 of McKeesport died May 6, 2021. He is the son of Gertrude (Krol) Zalac and the late George “Tookie” Zalac. Greg is survived by his children Brandon, Kristy, Ashley and Karli Zalac; also 2 grandchildren. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport. A private memorial service and celebration of Greg’s life will be held at a later date.
May 09, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
William C. Whitehead, age 92, of North Huntingdon, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, May 8, 2021. He was born May 28, 1928 in Irwin, a son of the late Clarence R. and Sara E. (Daily) Whitehead. Prior to his retirement, Bill was a master tool and die maker for GM and attended The First Presbyterian Church in Irwin. He was a graduate of Norwin High School Class of 1947. He was involved in many activities such as Rough Riders Assoc., Swinging Squares of Irwin and Herold Grange Square Dancers, White Oak Gun Club, Laurel Highlands Coachman, the Winnebago Club, and the Odd Fellows. Bill was a board member of the Auto Workers Federal Credit Union. He was involved in may more activities, but his true love was his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Ruth J. Romig Whitehead; sons, William C. Jr., Larry and Gary; and daughter-in-law, Marilyn Whitehead. He is survived by his sons, Bruce, Mark (Suzie), and Rick; daughters, Linda Somerville and her husband, Joseph, and Janet Gilbert and her husband, Jim; grandchildren, Douglas (Vicky) Whitehead, Melanie (Richard) Freese, Adam Whitehead, Michael Whitehead, Samantha (Bill) Kane, Ashton (Michael) Wertz, Linnea (Drew) Wortmann, Courtney Whitehead; great-grandchildren, Dante, Kylie, Abby, Bryce, Maddox, Riley, Eden, Bryer, Wren; numerous nieces and nephews; and his little dog Toby. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Ron Wakeman officiating. Interment in Irwin Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All But Furgotton Animal Shelter, Westmoreland County. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
May 09, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert Lee Monnie, 76, of North Versailles, passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Manor Care, Monroeville. He was born September 17, 1944 in Meadville, Pa., a son of the late Charles and Pauline (Cook) Monnie. Prior to his retirement, Robert was an electrician and small machine mechanic and a veteran of the US Air Force having served during Vietnam. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed sports, antique cars and attending car shows. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charles "Uncle Bud" Monnie. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Alice Rose (Frazier) Monnie; son, Darrin Monnie and his wife, Shelly; daughter, Dawn Klasnick and her husband, Ryan; grandchildren, Lacie (Mark) Brooks, Ted Klasnick, Allyssa Gavorn and Ron Gavorn. Friends will be received on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be private in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
May 09, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
James H. Keys, age 61, of McKeesport, died May 6, 2021, at UPMC Mercy. Born August 5, 1959, in Greensburg, he was the son of the late James G. and Gladys (Shirley) Keys and the husband of the late Terri (Rosak) Keys.
James worked in the construction industry until his health would no longer allow him to work. He enjoyed gardening and the outdoors in his early years. James' most incredible joy was the happiness he felt when spending time with his children and grandchildren.
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May 07, 2021 |
By James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
Richard W. Virag, 67, of East McKeesport passed away on Wednesday May 5, 2021. Son of the late Richard A. and Mary P. (McHenry) Virag. Loving husband of 45 years to Robin R. (Frady) Virag. Beloved Father of Richard L. (Colleen) Virag, Renee Virag, and Ryan A. (Kaleena) Virag. Dear Grandfather of Angel Lynn Gibbons, Mikey Gibbons, Matthew Gibbons, Laini Virag, Rylee Virag, Jadyn Floyd, Mariah Floyd, and Ryan A. Virag, Jr. Brother of Rebecca (Mark) Hannan, Robert D. (Rose) Virag, Kevin P. Virag, and the late Patsy Hartley. Also numerous nieces and nephews. Rick enjoyed golfing, bowling and spending time with his friends and family. He was a huge Steelers and Penguins fan.
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May 07, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Betty (Saula) Beresford, 83, peacefully passed on May 5, 2021, with her loving family at her side. Betty was the loving mother of Deborah Howatineck, Kirk Beresford, Doug (Jennifer) Beresford and Scott Beresford. She was the special Bub of Tyler, Kaylee, Brian and Kasey; Great-Bub of Bentley and Brodie. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, many cousins, and friends. Betty was preceded in passing by her parents, Mike and Lois (Love) Saula, and siblings, Margaret DeFalco, Norman “Nick” Saula and George Saula. Betty enjoyed crafts and gardening. Her greatest joy was her family and the time she spent with them. Family was the most important to her, and she loved them unconditionally. They loved her dearly, and will miss her deeply.
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May 07, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Lukas L. Little, age 42 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home on Thursday, May 6, 2021. Born December 17, 1978 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Harold Little, Sr. and Mary M. "Maggy" (Laughlin) Little. A member of the Local #37 Roofers Union out of Pittsburgh, Lukas was most recently employed by Phoenix Roofing. He is survived by his wife Janeen (Bishop) Little; his sons Jusden and Jordan Little; his brothers Harold (Lisa Bisogni) Little, Jr. of Clairton and Jacob (Kairy) Little of Jefferson Hills; his nieces and nephews Jessica, Dante, Darren, Jacob, Kyleigh, Gavin, and Garrett; his stepsister Tiffenie (Mark) Russell; his stepbrother Kevin Bober; his step-nieces-and-nephew Lacey, Jelena, and Zayn; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Besides his parents, Lukas was preceded in death by his stepfather Timothy Zombeck, Sr. and his stepbrother Timothy Zombeck, Jr.
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May 07, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jonah Hercules Fite, 43, of Pittsburgh passed away peacefully at his home on April 30, 2021. Jonah was born on January 12, 1978 in Mexico City, Mexico. He was the son of James Mitchell Fite and Lucinda Brewer Fite McHolme. His young life was spent living and attending schools in State College, Elizabeth and later Carnegie Mellon University in Pennsylvania. After one year at State High, Jonah spent his sophomore year of high school studying abroad in Oaxaca, Mexico before returning to the U.S. and graduating from Elizabeth Forward High School in Elizabeth Township, PA in 1996. An honors student and men’s varsity soccer athlete, Jonah went on to attend Carnegie Mellon University where he majored in International Business and Spanish. Jonah was a proud Brother of Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity at CMU, as well. After being diagnosed with mental illness in 1998, Jonah was in a constant battle for his mental health and well-being. In the years that followed, Jonah selflessly donated his time helping others who suffered from similar afflictions.
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May 06, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
James H. Rickard, Sr., 87, of West Mifflin, died May 6, 2021. He is the son of the late Samuel and Elizabeth (Kottler) Rickard and beloved husband of the late Ida Mae (Herder) Rickard. He is survived by his children James H. Rickard of Lake City, Pa, Judy (Jack) Fouser of West Mifflin, Dr. David J. Rickard of Kure Beach, NC and Dory J. Rickard of White Oak; grandsons Brett (Dina) Fouser, Brian Fouser and Brad Fouser; great granddaughters Brynn and Dessa; brother Samuel Vincent Rickard, sisters Marie Hamilton and Dorothy Cancilla; also nieces and nephews. Jim was retired from Bell Telephone Company where he worked for over 40 years; was a member of Bell Telephone Workers Credit Union; and was very involved with Duquesne High School Reunion Committee. Anyone who knew Jim, loved Jim. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Mon. from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home at Tues. at 11:00 am. Interment following Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, North Versailles.
May 06, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Susan (Nero) Basilone, age 93 of Ellenton, FL and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Monday, May 3, 2021 in Life Path Hospice, Sun City Center, Brandon, FL. Born June 21, 1927 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Nicola and Mary Louise (Pasalaqua) Nero. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton, Susan worked as an operator for Bell Telephone and retired from the Croatian Fraternal Union in Monroeville. She was also a member of the Sons of Columbus, Genova Council #6 of Clairton and the Bell Pioneer. Susan is survived by her son Anthony (Denise) Basilone of Ellenton FL, his son Christopher (Shyra) Basilone and his daughter Nadia, and daughters Bianca and Gianna Basilone; her daughter Michelle (Michael) Mitchko of Canonsburg, her sons Michael (Courtney) Mitchko and their sons James and Maxwell and Matthew (Vanessa) Mitchko and their children Ava and Mason.; her son Jim (Kristen) Basilone of Murrysville his sons Jimmy (Erica) Basilone and their children Niko and Keegan and Joshua (Cristen) Basilone; and her son and Jim’s twin John (Beata) Basilone of Manchester, NH and his children Dana (Grant) O’Hara and their children Dominic, Nico, and Lucca, Jonathan (Danielle) Basilone and their children Anthony and Lino, and Shane Basilone; also many nieces and nephews; and Susan’s dear friend who was like a daughter to her: Donna (Rick) Selby. Besides her parents, Susan was preceded in death by her great-grandson Liam Basilone; her sister Ann Yacavace; and her brothers Anthony, Dominic, and Carl Nero who are all eagerly awaiting her arrival in Heaven.
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