March 11, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
William H. Phillips, III, age 65 of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 in UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born May 31, 1955 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late William H. Phillips, Jr. and Veronica (Grabill) Phillips. A retired supervisor of technical services for CCI Wireless in Monroeville, William was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in White Oak, a past president of the Norwin Soccer Club, and a volunteer for the Tube City Media Online in McKeesport. He is survived by his wife Rebecca "Becky" (Rowles) Phillips, his son William H. (Natasha) Phillips, IV of McKeesport, his sister Susan (Tim) Walters of White Oak, his niece Christina Walter, his brother-and-sister-in-law Eric and Edith Farst of Gulfport, FL, and his pets Simba, Gizmo, Apollo, and Gene.
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March 11, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Norma Jean Rasp, age 91, of Duquesne, died on Monday, March 8, 2021. She was born in Duquesne on June 30, 1929 and is the daughter of the late Charles and Edna Brown.
She retired as an administrative assistant for CFA Architects and Planners in Pittsburgh. Norma was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Duquesne. She was extremely interested in genealogy and was an avid pet lover.
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March 11, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
March 11, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Michael G. Markovich, age 72, of Port Vue, died March 9, 2021, at Jefferson Hospital. Born April 19, 1948, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late George and Mary (Katich) Markovich and the wife of Charlene (Cipriani) Markovich.
Michael retired from the Borough of Port Vue Street Department as the head foreman after 52 years. He was a graduate of the first class of South Allegheny High School in 1966 and continued to the University of Illinois School for Broadcasting. Michael was a member of the Prosveta Lodge Club, Clairton sportsman club, and Elizabeth sportsman club. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing, and cheering on the Steelers in his free time.
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March 10, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Eugenia “Jeanie” Slutyak Longcrier, age 82, of Duquesne, passed away at home on March 3, 2021. Born in Duquesne on August 3, 1938, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen (Potoma) Slutyak Sr. Jeanie was a graduate of Duquesne High School and the Robert Morris School Secretarial Division and over the years worked at Alcoa and US Steel, ultimately retiring from Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. In 1976 she married Alfred M. Longcrier and, sadly, was widowed upon his untimely death in 1982. Jeanie was a lifelong active member of the former St. Nicholas R.O. Church, Duquesne, President of the St. Nicholas R.O. Cemetery Corporation and current parishioner of St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, McKeesport. A feisty, independent woman, with a dry sense of humor, Jeanie was dedicated to her faith, her church and her family. She was a lifelong fan of the Pittsburgh sports teams.
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March 10, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Stephen Kurhansky, age 67, of Hazelwood, passed away on Friday, March 5, 2021. He was a truck driver for Abel Express LLC in Carnegie and a member of St. Stephen Church in Hazelwood. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Born February 28, 1954 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Stephen and Ann Marie (Drobiezewski) Kurhansky. He is survived by his siblings, Terance Kurhansky of Delmont, Diane (Robert) Williams of Bethel Park and Timothy (Kathy) Kurhansky of North Huntingdon; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Valeria Durler, Christine Boznick and Maria Knara. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 10, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
H. Vaughn "Pap" Gilbert, Sr., 89, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2021. He was born August 29, 1931 in Christy Park and was the son of the late Elizabeth (Vaughn) and David S. Gilbert, Sr. He was the husband of 60 years to the late Shirley Ann (Sandmeyer) Gilbert, who passed away June 10, 2012. Vaughn was in the US Naval Reserves. He was an active member of Greenock United Methodist Church and a life member of The Central Vol. Fire Department. Vaughn was an amazing carpenter and cabinet maker and lent his talents and skills to many family members, friends, his church and firehall over the years. He was the owner of over 25 years of the former Wood Products Supply and retired as a kitchen designer at the Sutersville Lumber Company.
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March 10, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Ignatius "Frank" Strawniak, Jr., age 77, of McKeesport, died March 8, 2021. Born February 26, 1944, in New Castle, he was the son of the late Ignatius and Frances (Kachmarchic) Strawniak and the beloved husband of Barbara (Zeiders) Strawniak for 56 years.
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March 09, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard "Dick" Thomas Dalton, 66, of Mount Vernon, passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2021. He was born December 25, 1954 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Charles E. and Carole (Lockard) Dalton, Sr. Dick was a retired welder for Gardner-Denver and was a US Navy Veteran. He was a 1973 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. He is survived by his wife, Janine R. (Johnson) Dalton, sons, Gary W. (Tammy Locy) Popham and Nicholas (Amanda) Dalton of Forward Township, daughter, Erin Dalton Cox of Buena Vista, sister, Margaret "Peggy" (Harry) Morrison of Elizabeth Township, brother, John "JD" (Lisa) Dalton of White Oak, grandchildren, Devin, Gary, Carly, Faith, Seth, Travis and Trent, sisters-in-law, Carlene (George) Macik of Greensburg and Gaylene (Kip) Copeland of Greenock, brothers-in-law, Chuck Johnson and Norm Johnson of Elizabeth Township, nieces, nephews, and friends.
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March 09, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Margaret Pearell Kimble May, age 99, of White Oak, died on Monday, March 8, 2021. She was born in Martinsburg, West Virginia on October 30, 1921 and is the daughter of the late Charles D. and Margaret Kennel Rudy and the wife of the late Brooke Kimble, Sr. and the late Charles A. May. She was retired from Port Authority of NY/NJ & Food Service at the Lincoln Tunnels in New Jersey. She was a member of the McKeesport Alliance Church, enjoyed reading and cooking.
She is survived by daughters, Gail (James) Kelly of White Oak, Gerry Reese of Beaver; many many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; also nieces and nephews.
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March 09, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joseph J. Jenco, age 81, of Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, March 5, 2021 at home. An Army veteran, he retired after more than 40 years as a heater for U.S. Steel in Clairton. Born March 31, 1939 in DeRuyter, NY, he was a son of the late Joseph and Mary (Kahot) Jenco. He is survived by his sister, Margaret J. (Gerald) Michalsky of Warrenton, VA, and niece, Mary (Daniel) Bram of Sandy, UT; also, cousins. No visitation or services are planned. Burial will be in Fairfax Memorial Park in Virginia. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 09, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Herman W. "Hank" Hayes, age 84, of McKeesport, died peacefully on March 5, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital, surrounded by family. Born June 22, 1936, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Herman W. and Elizabeth (Kohler) Hays and husband of Marlene "Jean" (Johnson) Hayes.
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March 09, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Raymond G. York, age 93 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born April 7, 1927 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Andrew and Rose M. (Lutheran) York. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish – St. Clare of Assisi Church, Raymond received an associate’s degree from Carnegie Tech and retired as a draftsman for US Steel’s Clairton Works. He was also a Veteran of both the US Navy and Army, serving respectively in World War II and the Korean War. Raymond was very active with the Daniel Keffer Post #75 of the American Legion in Clairton, serving as its past commander, chaplain, and financial officer. He also helped many times as a Scoutmaster for his sons’ BSA Troops when they were younger. In his spare time, Ray enjoyed rooting on the hometown Steelers and Pirates. He is survived by his wife of 69 years Rita (Belinski) York; his children Randall (Mary) York of Dormont, Monica King of Stow, OH, and Richard York of Pittsburgh; his grandchildren Jennifer York of Reston, VA, Maureen (J.W.) Johnson of Carnegie, Becca Tracy of Nashville, TN, and Brett (Lauren) Tracy of Seattle, WA; his great-grandson Beck Johnson; his sister Rosemary Armstrong of Syracuse, NY; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Raymond was preceded in death by his brother A. Kenneth York.
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March 09, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Russell Pishko, 69, of Glassport died Sunday March 7, 2021. He is the son of the late Anthony and Mary (Hopey) Pishko. He is survived by daughter Michelle Pishko; son Anthony Pishko; granddaughter Makenna Hayden; brother Michael (Kathy) Pishko; and ex-wife Vicki Trunzo. Russell was a member of the Mckeesport Boys and Girls Club in his younger years and worked as a mill worker for many years. Arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.
March 08, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Joseph F. Skalican, age 95, of West Mifflin, passed away on March 8, 2021, at Harmar Village Care Center-Cheswick. Born in Duquesne on March 20, 1925, he was the son of the late Michael and Anna (Meschanik) Skalican. He was retired from U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works as a Motor Inspector, was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, a member of their Men’s Club, worked at the Church fish fry for many years, and he proudly served his country in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He enjoyed taking care of fruit trees, his vegetable garden, and flower beds & hedges, liked to go dancing and was an avid coffee drinker. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary Veronica (Dudash) Skalican; father of Juliann F. Skalican and her husband, Geoffrey Crowe of Penn Hills; grandfather of Julia Marion Crowe (Adam); and is also survived by in-laws, Donald Rausch and Margaret Forsythe and many nieces and nephews.
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