March 12, 2021 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Gabriel R. Hrico, 90, of West Mifflin fell asleep in the Lord peacefully at home on Thursday, March 11, 2021.
Born in McKeesport on September 2, 1930, he was the son of the Late John F. and Margaret (Hromi) Hrico. Mr. Hrico was a foundering and faithful member of S.S. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne; member and former officer of the Parish Men's Club; a retired educator and beloved teacher in the Duquesne School District with 35 years of service.
A proud veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Korean conflict. Beloved husband of the Late Virginia (Kuzo) Hrico, he is survived by his loving children Lori Hrico, West Mifflin and David Hrico, Easton PA, and a sister-in-law, Madeline Fecik, Strongsville, Ohio, and God Father to Kristy Ann (Kuzo) and Christopher (Loya). In addition to his parents and loving wife, he was also preceded in Death by his son Michael J. Hrico and 4 Brothers.
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March 12, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Daniel "Dan" Allen Homa, 85, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021. He was born December 30, 1935 on his grandmother's family homestead in Elizabeth Township and was the son of the late Samuel and Tillie (Hatalovich) Homa.
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March 12, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Anthony D. "Moe" Capane, 89, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2021. He was born June 13, 1931 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Vincenzo "Jim" and Felice (Juliot) Capane. Moe was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church and was retired from US Steel Clairton Works Carpenter Department.
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March 12, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Suzanne "Suze" Halene Pletz, 64, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2021. She was born August 14, 1956 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John and Elizabeth V. (Pastor) Borza. Suzanne worked many years as a caregiver for Pennsylvania Mentor and was a member of The Owl Club in Buena Vista. She loved the wind therapy when riding their motorcycle with her husband, Al, swimming in her pool and gardening.
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March 12, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Jack A. Helsel, age 67, of McKeesport, died March 9, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born January 24, 1954, in Braddock, he was the son of the late Jonathan and Philomena (Ross) Helsel and the loving husband of Lynda (Johnson) Helsel for 26 years. Jack worked as a machine inspector for Motor Coil in Braddock and then as a security officer at Jefferson Hospital. He enjoyed reading sci-fi books, watching wresting, and Penguin games.
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March 12, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael J.Gogoel III, age 60, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 11, 2021 at Heritage Valley Medical Center. He was a certified master plumber for Boyer & Pentek Inc. in McKeesport.
Michael had a deep-rooted bond with his family and extended family, and was especially close with his cousins. He was proud of and embraced his heritage and always enjoyed family gatherings and other types of celebrations. He was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and was involved with the Owls in Industry and the WMBU in Blythedale.
Born March 21, 1960 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Michael J. Gogoel Jr. and the late Helen B. (Korona) Gogoel. He is survived by his sisters, Katharine (Arthur) Hohn of Ruffsdale, Barbara (Jimmy) Pascotti of Elizabeth Twp., Michele Boyd of Elizabeth Twp., Claire (David) Bench of Austin, TX, and Bernadette Thompson of Cheswick; nieces and nephews, Arthur, Christopher, Kara, Amy, Marshall, David, Natalie, Vinnie and Wayne; 12 great-nieces and nephews; one great-great niece; special friend, Bonnie Maringo; also, cousins and close friends.
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March 12, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Cathy I. Scalfari, age 60, of Port Vue, formerly of McKeesport, died March 10, 2021, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born February 8, 1961, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Barbara (Lanning) Evans and the late Lee Evans and wife of the late Arnaldo C. Scalfari. Cathy was a proud mother and grandmother, always present at baseball games, memorable moments, and ordinary days just to enjoy their company. She enjoyed vacations at the beach, playing bingo, and bowling.
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March 12, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Elmer Joseph “Pops” Harbert Sr. 58 of McKeesport passed away on Thursday March 11th, 2021 at his home. He was born in McKeesport on October 11th, 1962 to the late William Sr. and Shirley Yeager Harbert. He is survived by his son Elmer J. (Destiny Houser) Harbert Jr. of Glassport, stepdaughter Krista Wampler of McKeesport, grandchildren Aniyah Harbert, Makiah Harbert, Mason Harbert, Christopher Harbert, James Clark, Kamera Clark, brothers William (Anne Marie) Harbert of Lake Murrey S.C. Michael (Claudette) Harbert of McKeesport, Dante Harbert of Irwin, sisters Robin Anderson of Wagner S.C. and Sharon (Chad) Snowdon of Myrtle Beach S.C. Elmer was preceded in death by his sister Bonnie Carter Harbert and grandchild Cameron Houser. Elmer was a graduate of McKeesport High School and worked as a commercially licensed truck driver and served in the Army. He enjoyed visiting parks and most of all enjoyed spending time with his son and grandchildren. Family and friends will be received on Sunday March 14th, 2021 at E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm. Service will begin at 8pm. Interment will take place at The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies 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.
March 12, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Joyce A. Lake, 86 and a half, of Irwin, passed away Friday, March 12, 2021 at Redstone Highlands, Greensburg. She was born September 11, 1934 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Dorothy Walker Tranter. Joyce was a member of the United Methodist Church of Irwin and the Thursday Morning Ladies Donut League. She enjoyed bowling, crafting and trap shooting at Herminie #2 Sportsmen’s Club. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Martin; brother, Glenn Tranter and his wife, Geri; and niece, Debbie Nickel. She is survived by her sons, Steve (Donna), and Wayne; daughter, Marcy (David) Miller; grandchildren, Melissa (John) Gill, Michelle (Josh) Curry, Holly (Rob) Ferencuha, Samantha (Shane) Charles, Logan Lake, Jeremy (Alexis) Lake, Alexander (Kim) Lake, Nicole (Will) Perkey, Jay Lake; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Kaylee, Lucas, Liam, Noah, Zane, Eric, Luca, Samuel, Katalina, Savanna, Zachary, and one great-grandbaby on the way; sister-in-law, Alice May Backoefer; nephew, Dan Backoefer; and nieces, Pam Hamilton and Val Dymer. Friends will be received on Sunday 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 Monday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. The family would like to thank the entire staff of Redstone Highlands for their compassionate care for the last five years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Redstone Hospice or Norwin Area Meals on Wheels. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 12, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Jack Douglass "Hank" Jorgenson, age 73, of Springfield, VA, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021 at Capital Caring Health Adler Center. He was a retired COO for Janjer Enterprises in Silver Spring, MD and a US Navy veteran. He was a member of the American Legion Post #176 in Springfield, VA and McLean Bible Church in McLean, VA. Some of his most memorable opportunities were his two trips to the Holy Land, his baptism in the Jordan River and his mission trip to Haiti. Born December 10, 1947 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Jack Preston and Anna Vaughn (Douglass) Jorgenson. He was the previous husband of the late Sharon Lynn Gillen Jorgenson. He is survived by his daughters, Kelly Hamric of Ashburn, VA and Linsey Jorgenson of Haymarket, VA who is currently serving in Haiti as Director of Streethearts; granddaughters, Jaclyn Nicole Hamric and Kayla Noelle Hamric; sisters, Janna (Steve) Keyes of West Bloomfield, MI and Deborah Urban of Elizabeth; also, nieces, Devie Rollison and Jessica Keyes; nephews, Kyle Gillen and Steven Keyes; aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial service will take place on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 2 PM graveside at Round Hill Cemetery. There will be a celebration of life at Droopy’s Blaine Hill BBQ following the service to celebrate both Hank and Shari Jorgenson. Memorial contributions may be made to Streethearts Haiti, helping homeless street kids in Haiti, 15109 Championship Drive, Haymarket, VA 20169. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 11, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Gilbert J. Pearsol, 75, of North Versailles, passed away, Wednesday, March 10, 2021. He was born May 11, 1945 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Frank and Jane (Jenkins) Pearsol, and in addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister Vera Jane Jones.
Gilbert was a member of Mary Mother of God Parish, formerly St. Robert Bellarmine Church, East McKeesport where he was active as a reader and lay minister. He worked as auto mechanic for over 45 years at various car care centers including Dean Honda, Langston Subaru, Smail Acura, Spitzer Toyota, and most recently he owned and operated Gil’s Collectables, White Oak, specializing in sports memorabilia.
Gilbert volunteered for the East Allegheny Athletic Assoc., where he was a little league coach for the Ann McKay baseball team. He loved spending time with his family, taking trips to Disney World, and greatly enjoyed all of his grandchildren.
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March 11, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
William Stanley Hopkins, 84, died March 5, 2021. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 13, 2021 at Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc., 2326 Jenny Lind Street, McKeesport, PA 15132.
March 11, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
James E. Johnson, Jr. “Peanuts,” 75, of McKeesport, departed this life peacefully on Sunday, March 7, 2021. He was born July 2, 1945 in Winston Salem, North Carolina. He was the son of the late James E. and Katie L. Johnson. He was also preceded in death by his older brother Charles R. “The Governor” (Cleo) Johnson.
James retired from the United States Navy after 21 years of service. He was a Mortician at the Surburban Funeral Home in South Carolina. James loved music, he was the guitar player of the Elords and the Soul Steppers band.
James is survived by his wife Barbara J. Johnson; sons, Garland Bennett of Silver Spring, Maryland; James E. (Thenica) Johnson, III of Pittsburgh; daughters, Alisa (Oscar) Johnson of McKeesport, Sabrina (Johnathan) Houston of Verona; siblings, Georgette (Late Willie) Williams, Rev. Terry F. (Carol) Johnson, both of Clairton, Bessie James (Sam) Johnson of Newport News, Virginia, Shirley J. (Howard) Booker, Frankie E. (Patricia) both of McKeesport; sister-in-law, Ann Brown and Jackie Copeland; brother-in-law Kenneth Mapheny, all of South Carolina; 12 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; uncle Charles (Dorothy) Coger of Winston Salem, North Carolina; host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; especially best friends Mr. Wilbert Gaines of South Carolina and Billy aka Juice of McKeesport.
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March 11, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard C. Jeffers, age 91, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired as the head custodian for the West Jefferson Hills School District. An Air Force veteran serving during the Korean War, he loved playing cornhole, cards and puzzle books, and enjoyed watching Pittsburgh sports. Born May 8, 1929 in Elrama, he was a son of the late Joseph B. and Vera (Crownover) Jeffers. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Charolette (Gill) Jeffers; daughter, Phylis Jeffers of Jefferson Hills; sons, Scott (Cheryl) Jeffers of Monongahela and Stephen (Darlene) Jeffers of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Lucas Jeffers, Taylor Jeffers, Tyler (Alyssa) Settelmaier, Brianna Ketzler and Derek Ketzler; four great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth; brother, Ronald; also, nieces and nephews.
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March 11, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Stewart P. Miller, age 58, of Duquesne, died March 10, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born May 8, 1962, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Raymond "Stew" and Frances "Cookie" (Curran) Miller and husband of Darla (Crawford) Miller.
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