November 02, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Lauro Knight, age 91, of McKeesport, PA, died October 30, 2021. Born February 28, 1930, in Cedar Springs, AL, he was the son of the late Richard and Katherine (Shorter) Knight and the husband of the late Azzie (Jackson) Knight.
Lauro was retired from the City of Pittsburgh, where he worked in the Sanitation department. He was a member of Union #178 Public Works. He spent his free time watching football and other sports. Lauro also enjoyed playing cards, trips to the casino, and watching old westerns.
Lauro is survived by sons, Ulysses Knight, Earl Knight, and "Eddie" James Knight; daughters, Donna Knight, Vivian (Paul) Ball, Vivin Mills, Katherine Parr, and Dorothy Knight; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, brother, Richard Knight; also many nieces and nephews; and long time friend, Dorothy Cornish.
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November 02, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Richard J. Gracik, 79, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021 at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville. He was born, December 25, 1941 in Bronx, New York, a son of the late Joseph and Catherine (Krupa) Gracik. Prior to his retirement, Richard was a steelworker for Bethlehem Steel. He was a member of Calvary Church, Irwin and loved going shopping, cooking, caring for his wife and feeding the deer in his yard. He is survived by his wife, Vera R. Diehl Beuten-Gracik; stepson, Jim Beuten and his wife, Cheryl; stepdaughter, Kathleen Kline and her husband, Harry; brothers, Vincent, David and Tom Gracik; grandchildren, Katie (David) Kikel, Jaclyn Beuten, Elizabeth (Kurt) Schmidt, Presley Rose and Oakley James Schmidt. Friends will be received on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A memorial service will follow in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 02, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
William L. “Woody” Woodworth, age 74, of McKeesport, died October 31, 2021, at home. Born January 9, 1947, in McKeesport, Woody was a son of the late Lawrence and Louise (Kugler) Woodworth-Hickman. Woody retired as an electrician with 20 years of employment at the Westinghouse Atomic Plant. He proudly served his country in Vietnam as a U.S. Marine and was a member of White Oak American Legion, Post #701. An enthusiast of 1950’s movies and all Westerns, he also enjoyed Pittsburgh Doo Wop concerts, watching all Pittsburgh sports teams, and building model vehicles. Woody loved his pets and animals of all kinds. The most important thing to Woody was the time he got to spend with his grandchildren and his weekly visits with his sister.
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November 02, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Patricia Allshouse, age 89, of McKeesport, died on Monday, November 1, 2021. She was born in Butler on June 20, 1932 and is the daughter of the late Dr. Paul and Florence Hollobaugh Repper. She was the wife of the late Richard Vance Allshouse, who died on January 18, 2007. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Carnegie Mellon University and was a member of the Tri-Delta Sorority. Patricia was an amazing seamstress and a homemaker her entire life. She enjoyed gardening, designing her own greeting cards, cooking, and baking.
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November 02, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James G. Wilson, age 73, of Lincoln, passed away on Monday, November 1, 2021 at home. He was a former clerk for the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board and a former Boy Scout. He was awarded the American Legion Youth Leadership Award for high school juniors being a Keystone Boys Stater. Born October 31, 1948 in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late James and Helen (Eggert) Wilson and husband of the late Pamela Jean Gordon Wilson. He is survived by siblings, the Rev. David D. (Gale) Wilson of Venetia and Marijane (Len) Bartkus of New Milford; nephew, Gregory (Amanda) Wilson of Cranberry; niece, Hannah (Harish) Sharma of Jersey City, NJ; and great-nieces and nephews, Matthew and Henry Wilson, and Aadhya and Avani Sharma. A Memorial Service will take place on Friday, November 5, 2021 at 1 PM in the Anglican Church of the Transfiguration in Elizabeth with the Rev. Karl J. Petterson officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Anglican Church of the Transfiguration, 206 South Third Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 02, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Stanley T. Mitchell, age 69, of McKeesport, died October 27, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born May 25, 1952, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Howard and Valerie (Mitchell) Mitchell and the husband of Renea (Naylor) Mitchell.
Stanley was a fun-loving family man. He enjoyed his free time spent fishing and watching baseball and basketball. He was also an avid Steeler's fan. Stanley served in the Marines during the Vietnam War.
Stanley is survived by his sons; Stanley D. Mitchell, Shelbe Mitchell, Jeremie Mitchell, Dane Mitchell, Lavelle Mitchell, and daughter; Jazmine Mitchell. He is also survived by 29 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Along with his children and grandchildren, Stanley is survived by brothers; Howard Mitchell, Bertrum Mitchell, and Clyde Mitchell, and sisters; Etta Bull, Gail Mitchell, and Denise McCoy.
He was also preceded in death by his daughter; Natasha Demery, sister; Pamela Mitchell, and brother; Clifford Mitchell.
A Memorial Service will be held on December 4, 2021 at 1 p.m., at River City Church of Glassport. Memorial Contributions are suggested to River City Church of Glassport. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor.
November 02, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Harry Herbert Howard, age 85 of Glassport, died October 30, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born September 13, 1936, in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of the late Arthur Leroy and Ruth Louise (Geisler) Howard.
Harry retired as a truck driver after many years, then went back to work for Goodwill Industries. He was a United States Air Force veteran during peacetime. Harry was an artist, enjoying woodworking, creating clocks, sculptures, and gifts for his family. He was a loving, kind-hearted man who would do anything for anyone.
Harry is survived by his children, Patti (Eric) McGauley, Frank (Christina) Howard, Robert (Debra) Howard, Dennis Howard, and Ronald Howard; step-children, Tammy Mason, Tina Sullivan and Patricia Rice; 16 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; partner, Donna Dewalt; former wife, Kathy Howard; sister-in-law, Joy Howard, and nephew, Shaun Howard.
In addition to his parents, Harry was preceded in death by his brother Arthur and third wife, Sandy Howard.
Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Thursday, November 4, 2021, from 4 to 7 p.m.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com Supervisor, Charles Danforth
November 01, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
George W. Will, age 89, of Gibsonia, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., died October 28, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford. Born June 7, 1932, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late William and Christine Will. George served in the United States Army and was a Veteran of the Korean War. He worked for the Plain Grove Sand & Gravel Company, where he was a Weigh Master. He was a lifetime member of the Evangelical Congregational Church of McKeesport, an avid fisherman, a birdwatcher, and also was a volunteer with Meals on Wheels for 25 years. George is survived by a daughter, Melissa Dunn; cousins Dorothy Phillips, Norma Puckey, Vaughn Puckey, Jean Pope, George Will, and David Will. He was also preceded in death by an aunt, Christine (Gertrude) Will. A memorial service will be held at Evangelical Congregational Church in McKeesport on Friday, November 5, 2021, at 11 a.m. Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com. Memorial contributions are suggested to Evangelical Congregational Church 312 Olive St. McKeesport, PA 15132.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor.
November 01, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Dolores H. Radakovich, 98, died Friday October 29, 2021. She is the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen Wukoson. She is survived by her son Tom Radakovich; daughter-in-law Linda Radakovich; granddaughters Sara Caric and Julie Radakovich; great-granddaughter Eloise; and many loving relatives. She was preceded in death by beloved husband Sam Radakovich, and son Steven Radakovich. Dolores was a longtime member of St. Sava’s Serbian Orthodox Church. Friends received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home Thursday 10am. A funeral blessing will be held at 11am. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park.
October 31, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Mary Kay (Thompson) Lindeman, 72 of McKeesport, formerly of Clairton, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. She was born on January 6, 1949, in McKeesport to the late Russell and Evelyn Freund Thompson. Mary was the loving partner to the late Rodney “Butch” Lindeman. She is survived by her daughters Lauri (David) Ehredt of Boise, Idaho, and Jennifer Spencer of Homestead. She is also survived by her sons Steve (Joy) Poorman of Elizabeth, Paul Poorman of Clairton, and Todd Poorman of Glassport. She is further survived by her stepdaughter Florence (Scott) Oblack of Forward Township. Other survivors include her sister, Norma (Clyde) Hennon of Dravosburg, as well as 8 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and her nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her parents Russell and Edith, her brothers Sonny and Dick Thompson, husbands Rodney Lindeman and Ben Spencer, and Charles Poorman. She enjoyed playing Bingo, cooking, and baking. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A celebration of life will take place at the 46 Club in Wilson, 307 Division Ave, Clairton, PA 15025 at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
October 30, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Anthony J. Julian, age 90 of Pleasant Hills, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021 in Southwestern Nursing Center, West Mifflin. Born February 2, 1931 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Attilio and Adelina (Lancianese) Julian. A US Army Veteran of the Korean War, Anthony was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton, a retired motor inspector at US Steel Clairton Works, and a member of the Tuesday Night Bowling League in Clairton and Glassport. He is survived by his wife Alberta (DiFalco) Julian; his children Thomas Julian of Pleasant Hills and Barbara (Joe) Mills of West Mifflin; his brother Valentino (Carol) Julian of St. Petersburg, FL; his sister Angeline (Joe) DiPietro of Portland, OR; and also many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Anthony was preceded in death by his siblings Pete, Jimmy, Mark, Joe, John, and Marie Julian, Concerina Bonafortuna, Dorothy and Frances Russo, and Viola Contini.
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October 30, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Louis George Zell, 95, of West Mifflin, formerly of White Oak and North Versailles, passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021. He was born August 27, 1926 in McKeesport and was the son of the late George and Freda (Pusch) Zell. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in White Oak, F & AM Youghiogheny and Duquesne-McKeesport Lodge, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Pittsburgh, Syria Shriners of Pittsburgh, McKeesport Caravan #4, Old Timers Bowling League, McKeesport Meals on Wheels, Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank, Past President McKeesport Junto, Past President White Oak Chapter AARP, Past President Mon Yough Branch 332 Letter Carriers, and Past Vice President of Mon Yough Chapter 1855 NARFE. Louis was a Letter Carrier for over 35 years with the McKeesport Post Office and was a US Navy WWII Veteran.
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October 29, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Emanuel Daniels, 75, died October 24, 2021. He was born August 12, 1946. Friends will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 3, 2021, at Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, 2326 Jenny Lind St., McKeesport, Pa., where a funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Emanuel Daniels, please visit our floral store.
October 29, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Gregory Edward Cole, 56, died unexpectedly October 25, 2021, due to covid.
He was born at Magee Hospital, on September 21, 1965. He was one of three children born to proud parents Virginia and Fred Cole. "Greg", as he was affectionately called, attended and graduated from Duquesne High School.
Although his siblings considered Greg to be a "mama's boy", because of his deep devotion to and affection for his mother, Greg enlisted in the United States Armed Forces shortly after graduation, where he served for four years. He was proud of his achievement of being an Army Ranger Squad Leader, as well as being a Unit Armorer with Secret Security Clearance. He left the Army with an Honorable Discharge.
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October 29, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Rev. Peter Anthony Alfieri, 95, passed away peacefully at his home on October 19, 2021 in Lantana, FL. He was born March 13, 1926, in East McKeesport, PA, the son of Gennaro and Assunta (Macchione) Alfieri; brother of Angie (Mario) Bortoluzzi, Deborah (late Daniel) Daugherty, James (Jean) Alfieri and the late Victor (Floy) Alfieri. Husband of the late Angeline (Pregano) Alfieri; beloved father of Leah (David) Carmo, Rebekah Anderson, Faith (Joseph) Rossello, and Peter (Elizabeth) Alfieri Jr. Also left to cherish his memory are his grandchildren Bethany (Michael) Porter, Hayley (Jeffrey) Sheldon, David Carmo, Joel (Erin) Anderson, Adam Carmo, Rachel, Sarah and Eve Rossello, and Angelina and Peter Alfieri III; great grandchildren Leah and Keaton Porter, and Violet and Willa Sheldon; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter whose memory he always cherished.
Peter was a proud veteran of the United States Army, and served overseas during World War II. Upon his return, he pursued higher education at the University of Pittsburgh and Western (Pittsburgh) Theological Seminary eventually earning two Master's degrees. His passion and purpose in life was to serve the Lord and spread the gospel. He began his life’s work at Bethel United Methodist church in Lower Burrell from 1955-1959. From 1959-1974 he served Cresson United Methodist church, until eventually relocating to Vintondale, PA to lead Blacklick United Methodist church, where he remained until his retirement in 1989. Even after his retirement, Peter continued his ministry part time at the Laurel Swamp Union Church in Clymer, PA from 1991-2005. He will be fondly remembered by his many congregants and members of the communities he faithfully served throughout his life.
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