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Laura M. Kemerer

January 28, 2021 |

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

Laura M. Kemerer, age 56 of Irwin died January 27, 2021 at UMPC Shadyside. She was born April 22, 1964 in Greensburg, a daughter of the late Joseph Jr.  and Alma Loutsenhizer Brentzel. Laura was a member of the Calvary Assembly of God Church. Laura was a graduate of Penn Township High school.  She was a radiologist and enjoyed gardening, and biking. She is survived by her husband, Frank Dell, two sons, Dave Kemerer (Rosslyn), Nathan Kemerer, three brothers, Joseph D. Brentzel and his wife Phyllis, Eric B. Brentzel and his wife Mary, Kelvin Brentzel and his wife Tina. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike on Friday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m.

 
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Margaret Gene Loudin Kadar

January 28, 2021 |

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

Margaret Gene Loudin Kadar, age 93, passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at Brandywine Living, Voorhees, New Jersey. 

Margaret was born December 9, 1927, in Cameron, West Virginia, and was raised in Ronceverte, WV, the only child of Louise Mayfield & Toddy Loudin (the state’s winningest high school coach).  She graduated valedictorian from Greenbrier High School and attended Greenbrier College for Women before transferring to West Virginia University. At WVU, she was a sister of the Delta Gamma sorority and graduated with a degree in Home Economics in 1949.  She attended the University of Pittsburgh’s Katz School of Business, earning a Master’s Degree in 1950.  On her first day at Pitt, she stood next to fellow student Alex Kadar while lined up alphabetically for a class picture.  After introducing themselves, Al treated Margaret Gene to coffee, and they were married 18 months later.  They would have celebrated their 70th anniversary on February 17, 2021.

 
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Lottie Belle Shearer Elias

January 28, 2021 |

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

Lottie Belle Shearer Elias passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021 while living at Arden Court in Monroeville. She was born on January 28, 1932, in Harrison City, to the late Alvin and Blanche Walter Shearer.

 
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Eugene J. Sunder

January 28, 2021 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Eugene J. Sunder, 96, of North Versailles, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021 at Kane Community Living Center, McKeesport. He was born March 1, 1924 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Eugene F. and Rose A. (Grahame) Sunder and was also preceded in death by his sister Rose A. Kesterson and his brother Henry J. Sunder. Eugene was a member of Holy Spirit Praise and Fellowship Center, Wilmerding.

He was a proud Navy WWII veteran, and was a lifelong member of Hilltopers VFW Post 8430, East McKeesport. Prior to his retirement Eugene worked as a sheet metal worker for A&P Furnace Co., North Versailles.

He is survived by his wife of 73 years Allison (Peacock) Sunder, lovingly known to Eugene as “McDuff”; his daughter Jeri L. (Gary) Wenning of North Versailles, grandchildren Anthony, Alysia, Aaron, and Eric; great grandchildren Anthony, Brianna, Levi, and Chole; and nieces and nephews.

 
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Barbara Ann Oneil-Lane

January 28, 2021 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Barbara Ann Oneil-Lane, 83, was born on April 21, 1937. 

The beloved daughter of the late Ulysses and Jeanette (Parks) Oneil departed this life on  January 22, 2021, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James L. Lane, Sr., and grandson, Craig L Rhodes, Jr.

Barbara is survived by her son, Craig L. (Dianne Freeman) Rhodes, Sr. of West Mifflin, PA; grandson, Chaudre “Dre” Rhodes; great-grandson, Craig L. Rhodes; sister, Lenora Oneil of Pittsburgh; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

 
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Kent Allen Sedlock

January 27, 2021 |

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

Kent Allen Sedlock,  65, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Greenock, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021. He was born  April 24, 1955 in McKeesport and was the son of the late William and Carlene (Raymer) Sedlock. Kent was a retired Tree Trimmer and had worked for IBEW Local 1919. He was a member of the Eleventh Ward Welfare Association, Hartford Heights Fire Co, Elizabeth Township Ex Serviceman's Association, the Elizabeth Township Sportsman's Association and was a NRA Benefactor. He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Anita L. (Shipley) Sedlock, daughter, Carly Joy Sedlock of North Huntingdon, twin brother, Kurt P. (Francie) Sedlock of Greenock, nephew, William Sedlock of Greenock, best mother-in-law, Marlyn Shipley of North Huntingdon, and many friends. Friends are welcome Friday, January 29, 2021 from 2-7 pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday at 7 pm. Kent's brother-in-law Pastor Alvin C. Shipley will be officiating. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

 


Dolores Jean Priselac

January 27, 2021 |

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

Dolores Jean Priselac, 84, of Lincoln Borough, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021. She was born May 9, 1936 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Frank and Lucy (Potenziani) DiGiorno. Dolores retired from the South Allegheny School District Lunch Program after serving students for over 45 years. She enjoyed cooking for her family and loved watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

 
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Clayton R. Cole

January 27, 2021 |

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

Clayton R. Cole, age 90 of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, January 27, in UPMC McKeesport.  Born January 27, 1931 in Elizabeth Twp., he was a son of the late Ralph and Nettie (Bush) Cole.  A retired steelworker at US Steel Homestead Works who also worked as mechanic at Cindric Garage, Clayton was a US Air Force Veteran and a member of bowling leagues at Versailles Lanes.  Clayton is survived by his wife Frances "Tootsie" Cole; his daughter Cathy L. (Walter) Kozlowski of McKeesport; his grandsons Zack and Leo Kozlowski; his sister Doris Fornell of Port Vue; his brothers Ted Cole in Arizona and John Cole of State College; and also nieces and nephews.  Besides his parents, Clayton was preceded in death by his siblings Nancy Jacobs, Betty Waugh, Donna Civello, and Lyle and Gary Cole.  

 
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Arlene C. Chisick

January 27, 2021 |

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

Arlene C. Chisick, age 89, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at Meadowcrest Nursing Center. She retired as a registered nurse at UPMC McKeesport and attended Crossroads Community Church in Jefferson Hills. A Glassport High School class of 1949 graduate and 1952 graduate of the West Penn School of Nursing, she enjoyed traveling, gardening, cooking, and was an avid shopper. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren. Born June 12, 1931 in Glassport, she was a daughter of the late Carl and Irene (Roeper) Davis. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Joseph A.  Chisick; daughters, Rebecca Grady of Whitehall and Christine (Tim) Biery of Upper St. Clair; son, Joseph C. Chisick of Jefferson Hills; grandchildren, Michael, Kristopher and Alexandra Grady and Trisha, Shannon and Jonathon Biery; sisters, Cindy (George) Tauber of Toledo, OH and Sherry (Jeff) Matola of Columbus, OH; brother, Ross Campbell of Ross Twp.; also, nieces and nephews.

 
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Amelia M. Mendicino

January 27, 2021 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Amelia M. Mendicino, 92, of Glassport, died Wednesday, January 27, 2021. Born June 30, 1928, in Glassport. She worked at Kaufmann’s Department Store at Century III Mall for 24 years. She was a former member of the St. Cecilia Bowling League, loved to square dance for many years, and enjoyed years of working at the fish fries for Queen of the Rosary Parish. More recently, she enjoyed reading, building jigsaw puzzles, and playing Bingo and cards. She touched all who knew her in a beautiful way, and loved staying connected to family and friends through handwritten notes and cards for all occasions. 

Daughter of the late Dominic and Domenica Aquilante. She was married for 53 years to the late Leo A. Mendicino. Millie was most proud of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; daughters, Ann Bisignani and her husband Jerry and Dolores Colarosa and her husband Don; grandchildren, Brian & Allie Bisignani, Jeffrey & Aimee Bisignani, Nicholas & Hannah Colarosa, and Krista Colarosa; great grandchildren Kelsey, Josh, Ryleigh, Addie, Gannon and Callie; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Mary (Aquilante) DiIenno, and brothers, Pete and Nick Aquilante. 

The family extends a special thank you to Oakleaf Personal Care, her home for a wonderful and loving two years; and to Anova Home Health Care, who took such remarkable and loving care of her in her final days. Due to the pandemic, there will be a private viewing, funeral mass and interment. A celebration of her life will be held this summer for family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Oakleaf Personal Care Home, 3800 Oakleaf Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15227

 


William Joseph Wilson

January 27, 2021 |

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

William “Bill” Joseph Wilson, 85, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 26, 2021, surrounded by his family. Born in Clairton on February 11, 1935, Bill was the son of the late William Joseph and Bertha “Patsy” (Balog) Wilson. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Anna Marie (Filowat) Wilson; sons, William Jr. (Susan) of McKees Rocks and Edward (Karen) of York; daughter, Christine, at home; grandsons, Grady and Benjamin; brother, James (Peggy) of Clairton; sister-in-law, Rita (Filowat) Croyle; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Robert; sister, Sarah “Sally”; and adored grandson, Christopher. Bill served his country as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a former employee of Copperweld Corp. in Glassport and retired from his position as a Certified Sterile Processing Technician at Shadyside Hospital. He was a member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church, in Elizabeth Twp. where he was a coordinator in the parish’s Adult Faith Formation, a member of the Catholic Men’s Fellowship group, and was a former Eucharistic Minister and Pastoral Council member. Bill and his wife were members of the People of God Covenant Community for many years. Bill loved the lord with all of his heart and will be remembered for his gift of sharing that love with everyone he encountered.

 
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Raymond Plummer

January 27, 2021 |

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

Raymond Plummer, 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, January 25, 2021 at home. He was born February 5, 1937 in Greenock and was the son of the late Harry and Martha (Gretzuner) Plummer. He was the husband of the late Sylvia (Milhalovich) Plummer who passed away February 21, 2013. Ray was a member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Greenock and Duquesne-McKeesport F & AM Lodge 731 and the Tall Cedars of Lebanon. He was retired from the Bettis Atomic Power Lab and was a US Army Veteran. He is survived by nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.  Ray was preceded in death by his brothers, Donald, Jack and Eugene Plummer. There is no visitation. Private graveside service will be held at Peace Lutheran Cemetery in Greenock. The Rev. Erin Evans will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 641 Zimmer Hill Road, Greenock, PA 15047. Arrangements are by Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director.  Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

 


Mary C. Schmidt

January 27, 2021 |

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

Mary C. Schmidt, age 101, of White Oak died on January 22, 2021. She was born in McKeesport on June 3, 1919 and is the daughter of the late Gabor and Susannah Bunyak Yunecko, and the wife of the late Charles Schmidt.

 
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Helen E. Yarulis

January 27, 2021 |

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

Helen E. Yarulis, age 90 of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 in Mon Valley Care Center, Monongahela.  Born October 9, 1930 in Blaine Hill, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Pauline (Kivko) Barna.  A graduate of the California University of Pennsylvania and member of Metro Baptist Temple in Rostraver Twp., Helen retired as a custom decorator for J.C. Penney's in West Mifflin.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Metro and John Barna.  Helen is survived by her husband of 72 years Stanley C. Yarulis, Sr.; her daughters Victoria (David) Walz of Land o' Lakes, FL, Judith (Ronald) Karns of Carlisle, Debra (Scott) Benack of Elizabeth Twp., Cynthia (Craig) Raymond of Charleroi, and Wendy (Daniel) Martin of Tega Cay, SC; her son Stanley C. (Rita) Yarulis, Jr. of Monongahela; her ten grandchildren; her five great-grandchildren; and also nieces and nephews.

 
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Charles Russell Gilmore

January 27, 2021 |

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

Charles Russell Gilmore, age 53, of McKeesport, died January 25, 2021, at UPMC Mercy due to complications from a fall. Born June 29, 1967, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late George W. and Evelyn J. (Fillo) Gilmore and the husband of the loving Susan T. (Snyder) Gilmore.
Russell was a private contractor and business owner of Charles R Gilmore Construction LLC. He restored his classic cars and was a real Mr. Fix-It-All. When not working on a new project, Russell enjoyed the outdoors, going camping and fishing on his boat. He was a fun-loving and generous man.

 
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