December 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Ronald Lee Given, 75, of East McKeesport, died Saturday, December 14, 2024, at home. He was born July 19, 1949 in North Versailles, a son of the late Alexander and Gertrude (Jenkins) Given and was also preceded in death by his brother David Given. Ron had worked for U.S. Steel and then finished his career with the U.S. Postal Service. He was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam Conflict and a member of the VFW Hilltopper Post 8430 and the White Oak American Legion Post 701. Back in the day he enjoyed playing tennis and golf. He is survived by his wife Maria A. Given; his children Heather M. Barish and her husband Thomas Bostedo and Ron Given; his grandchildren Glenn Turok, David Barish, Alex Barish, Abbegayle Bostedo, Jackson Given and Samuel given; his great grandchildren Emma, maverick, Magnolia, Josephine, and Jameson; and a sister Donna Given. Friends will be received from Noon to 2 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 18, at the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport. A funeral service followed by Navy honors will be held in the funeral home at 6 p.m. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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December 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Veronica Lynn (Henderson) Meriwether, 61, died December 12, 2024. Services were in care of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home.
December 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Cheryl L. LeRoy, 73, of North Huntingdon, died Thursday, December 12, 2024. She was born July 4, 1951 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Lemuel and Gladys (Galley) James and was also preceded in death by her husband Dennis R. LeRoy. Chery was a retired employee of UPMC. She was a homebody and enjoyed tending to flowers around her house and watching foreign subtitle movies. She is survived by her son Darrin R. LeRoy and his fiancé Jennifer; her brothers Kerry James and Dennis James; also her beloved pet dog Millie. At Cheryl’s request there will be no viewing. A committal service will be held at Plum Creek Cemetery on Monday December 16. Anyone wishing to attend please meet at 11 a.m. at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main St., Irwin, for the procession to the cemetery. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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December 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Thomas P. Patterson, 84, of Irwin, passed away peacefully Saturday December 14, 2024. He was born September 29, 1940 in Wilmerding, a son of the late James and Lucille (Moore) Patterson and in and was also preceded in death by his brothers and sisters James Patterson, Janny Boben, Robert Patterson, Joyce Blasko; and his beloved wife Janice (Phillians) Patterson. He was a proud veteran who served in the Army, and prior to his retirement worked in the lumber industry for 84 Lumber, Gilbert Lumber, and Samford Lumber.
Tom volunteered and was recognized for over 10 years of service as a driver for the Department of Veteran Affairs, Westmoreland County. He enjoyed his volunteer work, fishing, and traveling with his late wife, especially to Stone Harbor, New Jersey. He is survived by his children Tammy (Don) DiMartino of Jeannette, and Kathy Patterson (Anthony Seethaler) of Pittsburgh; grandchildren Taylor (Nicholas) Repasi, Joseph (Keeley) DiMartino, Cory DiMartino, Jeffrey DiMartino, Khegan Young, Calahan Young (Eliana Mason), Saige Young, and Jonathan Seethaler; great grandchildren Avary, Ansley, Clayton, Isla, Bennet, Jacob, and Tanner; sister Joann Arway of State College; and many nieces and nephews.
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December 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Vivian Jean Ledgard, 74, of Irwin, passed away Saturday December 14, 2024 surrounded by family. She was born August 22, 1950 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late George and Dolores (Fink) Breitinger and was also preceded in death by her sister Nancy Brinkos and brother Jerry Breitinger. Jean was a loving mother and her decade’s long love and devotion to her grandchildren is beyond description. She was an animal lover and adored her Irish Setters Lola and Abby. Jean is survived by her beloved husband James W. Ledgard with whom she celebrated 55 years of marriage on November 29, 2024; children Tracy (Mark) Scozio of Darragh, and Kim (David) Bush of Irwin; grandchildren Lexie (Russell) Dayton, Lea Scozio (fiancé Travis Frum), Maddi Scozio (fiancé Luke Vukovich), Sergei Scozio, Kali Ledgard (Tony Harper), Lacey Knox (fiancé Justin Watson), and Alex Knox; great granddaughter Ellie Dayton; sister Pat Magel of Murrysville; and nieces and nephews. Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2024., at the William Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. The family would like to thank Suncrest Hospice for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers those wishing may contribute to ASPCA, http://aspca.org . For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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December 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Gerald Walton Christian, 65, of McKeesport, PA departed this earthly tabernacle on December 13, 2024. Born November 19, 1959, in McKeesport, PA. He was the son of the late Charles Clark and LaRelda Eileen Christian. Gerald was a 1977, graduate of McKeesport High School where he starred in three sports. Upon graduation, he attended New Mexico Highlands University and Marshall University on a football scholarship. Gerald was preceded in death by his father Charles Clark, aunts Annette Beulah Shark and Ada Younger, uncles Herbert Christian and Gary Christian. He is survived by his three sons Gerald Jr. (Collen) of Bel Air MD, Jeremy of Arlington VA, and Jason of Pittsburgh, PA; Four grandchildren, Blaise, Cruz, Maeze, and Jordan; his mother LaRelda E. Christian of White Oak, PA, sister Maureen D. Christian of Pittsburgh, PA, Uncle William Christian Jr. of White Oak, PA, and Aunt Patricia Christian of McKeesport, PA, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
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December 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Our hearts are heavy as we announce the passing of our mother, Mary Ethel (Shaw) Stone, 90 years old of McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Mary departed this life on Friday, December 13, at UPMC East with her family at her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, daughter, Rose Lynn Stone, and brother, Henry Harris.
Formerly of Clairton, Pennsylvania, she was born February 19, 1934 in Wadesboro, North Carolina. She was the beloved daughter of the late James Henry (Bully) Harris and the late Adelia Elizabeth Shaw. Mary’s mother passed when she was three years old, she was then raised by her grandparents, the late Diana and Charles Shaw. In September of 1942, her Uncle Junius Davenport sent for her grandmother and her, they arrived in McKeesport, by train, met by a complete stranger who transported them to Clairton where she grew up. She married the late William Delmar (Dale) Stone on May 24, 1952.
Mary was very proud of her Clairton High School diploma. She was a stay at home mother, raising her two children until she became employed as a nutritionist at the former McKeesport Hospital. Mary enjoyed learning and was an avid reader.
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December 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
John Thomas Domingo, aged 77, of San Antonio, TX, passed into the loving arms of our Lord on December 9, 2024. Born February 2, 1947, to John F. and Margaret R. (Fichera) Domingo of McKeesport, he was the first of five children. A graduate of Serra Catholic High School, John served his country in the U.S. Navy with Assault Craft Unit 1 for three tours of duty during the Vietnam conflict on riverboats. During his service he married his neighbor and high school sweetheart, Christine Zambo, and that union produced 2 daughters. After serving, John was employed by Delta Airlines for thirty-three years.
Pre-deceased by his first wife Christine, and his sister Patricia (survived by Eugene) Tognarine, John is survived by his wife Valerie, daughters Deanna (Scott) Hoelscher and Beth (Jorge) Merendon, son-in-heart Rocky Hernandez, 6 grandchildren, 11 step-grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, and siblings Nancy Quinn, Joseph (Tonya) Domingo, and Marie (Annette James) Domingo.
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December 19, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Betsy Lee (Schrader) Aldridge, age 72, of Rostraver Twp., passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at Allegheny General Hospital. She was a retired supervisor for the Department of Labor and Industry. Born May 10, 1952 in Greensburg, she was a daughter of the late William and Dolores (Jones) Schrader. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Richard M. Aldridge. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Karen and Kim. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 18, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Jeryl D. Jacobs, age 76 of Irwin died December 17, 2024, at Westmoreland Manor. She was born January 23, 1948, in Jeannette, a daughter of the late George and Melva Yates Irwin. Jerri was a member of the Community Methodist Church and a former member of Circleville United Methodist Church where she served as an interim choir director of the chancel choir. She also enjoyed interior design and painting. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Jacobs, and her sister Rhonda Gumbert. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Peak and her husband Jason, one granddaughter, Cassidy. There will be no public visitation. JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 18, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Adam Blake Carter, 40, of Swissvale passed away peacefully in his sleep, Tuesday, December 17, 2024. He was born January 26, 1984 in McKeesport and is the beloved son of Jeffrey and Mary Ann (Karlovski) Carter of Buena Vista. Adam graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School in 2002 and attended Allegheny Community College for Paralegal. He had a big heart, and was so full of compassion. He loved to make people laugh and smile. He appeared as a comedian at the Funny Bone Comedy Club in Pittsburgh, a free-lance writer, and a server. Him and his daughter were Batman and Star Wars fanatics. He was always so proud of her, and loved her so deeply. Adam believed in and loved the Lord and at times would attend Mass at Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Michael Church with his daughter. He will be forever missed.
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December 17, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Margaret B. Burtner, age 102 of McKeesport, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024 in Forbes Hospital - Monroeville. Born December 26, 1921 in Millvale, she was a daughter of the late John and Blanche (Leonard) Lewis. A retired cook with McKeesport School District, Margaret was an active member of First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport, working with the funeral committee, the White Cross, and the Senior Achievers. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Richard Burtner, her son Richard A. Burtner, three grandchildren, and her brothers Richard, John Wesley, and William Lewis. Margaret is survived by her daughter Phyllis Kelly of Port Vue, her son Lee (Julie) Burtner of Stoystown, her nine grandchildren, her many great-grandchildren, her many great-great-grandchildren, and also many nieces and nephews.
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December 17, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Roberta “Bobbe” Martin Ravasio, 88, passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, at Grandview Estates of Elizabeth.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, educator and community volunteer, Roberta’s unwavering faith, love for her family, and passion for teaching and helping others defined her remarkable life, inspiring all who knew her. Roberta’s life was deeply rooted in her Catholic faith and her profound love for God. She had a special devotion to the Blessed Mother and St. Theresa of Lisieux, the “Little Flower.”
Her love for music—which she passed onto her children—began at an early age. She began piano lessons as a child, and by high school, she was the church organist for daily Mass and directing the children’s choir at St. Anthony’s Church in Monongahela.
She first met Dino, the love of her life, at an Italian Citizen’s Club dance when she was 16. Married for 43 years until Dino’s untimely passing in 2000, the couple built a loving family that became Roberta’s greatest joy. They raised six children and delighted in the blessing of 15 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, all of whom Roberta lovingly referred to as her “jewels.” She always described her family as the greatest gift.
In 1967, Roberta—by then a mother of four—began to pursue her dream of attending college. Demonstrating extraordinary determination and resilience, she took one night class a semester over the next 11 years at Penn State University in McKeesport and Allegheny County Community College. During this time, she also welcomed her two youngest daughters and, at times, went to class with one of them in tow.
Amid her studies, Roberta remained an active and devoted parent. She often played the organ for weekend Masses and weddings at St. Denis Church in Versailles, Pa., and volunteered extensively at St. Denis School as a teacher’s aide, member of the Parent Teacher Guild, and co-coordinator of numerous school music productions and children’s choir performances.
In 1977, Roberta transitioned to full-time classes at Duquesne University’s School of Education and proudly graduated with honors in 1979, earning a bachelor’s degree in education at 43.
Teaching was more than a career for Roberta—it was a calling. She taught first and second grade at St. Denis School before moving to St. Angela Merici School in White Oak. There, she taught first grade and later English and Social Studies to 6th, 7th and 8th graders. Loved by her students and highly regarded by her colleagues, Roberta’s teaching and classroom achievements were recognized by the Diocese of Pittsburgh in 1992 as a member of the inaugural class of prestigious Golden Apple Award recipients.
Outside of the classroom, Roberta found great fulfillment in serving her community. She was a member of the St. Angela Ladies of Charity, answered phones and volunteered for the Sisters of the Divine Redeemer Mother House in Elizabeth Township. Roberta also spent time volunteering at Intersection-McKeesport, a charitable organization that serves underserved individuals and families in the surrounding area.
Throughout her life, Roberta lived with grace, gratitude, and an unwavering commitment to family, faith, and service. Her legacy of love and kindness will live on through the countless lives she has touched.
She is survived by her children Robert (Patricia) Ravasio, Amy (Matt) Collins, Michael (Sue) Ravasio, Mary (Mike) Ravasio Minard, Rose Ravasio, and Suzy Ravasio; her grandchildren Alyssa (Eoin), Olivia (Chad), Michaela, Jace, Christopher, Jenna (Nathan) Cara, Nicholas, Joe (Sara), Matt (Anna), Robert, Mia (Nathan), Madison, Analisa and Nicholas; and her great-grandchildren Fionnbharr, Amelia and Peter.
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December 16, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John T. "Jack" Cylenica, age 78 of West Mifflin and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024 in Paramount - Baldwin. Born December 8, 1946, he was a son of the late Thomas E. and Mary Ellen (King) Cylenica. A member of the Clairton High School Class of 1964 and also a graduate of CCAC, Jack was a Veteran of the US Navy during the Vietnam War, serving as a flight engineer on the A-3 Sky Warrior, the F-4 Phantom, and the C-141. He also served in the Air Force Reserve. He worked as a master machinist at Kurt Lesker Co. in Jefferson Hills and was a member of the Dravosburg American Legion Post #380. In his spare time, Jack was an avid aircraft modeler of Control Line aircraft and a member of both the Academy of Model Aeronautics and the Society of Antique Modelers. He is survived by his wife Denise (Zdrale) Cylenica; his stepson Sean (Georgia) Biagini of Jefferson Hills and their children Giovanni and Siena Biagini; his sisters Mary Lou (Angelo) Gasparini and Patricia Cylenica, both of Bradenton, FL; his brothers David (Nancy) Cylenica of The Villiages, FL, Thomas (Julie) Cylenica of Sharon, and Paul (Irene) Cylenica of Mt. Kisco, NY; and also nieces and nephews.
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December 14, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Nicole Lynn Hayes, age 39, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully at home on December 8, 2024. Born on January 11, 1985, in McKeesport, she was the cherished daughter of Dale Hayes of North Versailles and Tammy (Robert Frum) Cibrowski Hayes of McKeesport.
Nicole's kind and gentle spirit will be profoundly missed by all who knew her. A dedicated bartender and server at Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar in North Versailles, she poured her heart into her work, bringing joy and laughter to patrons and colleagues alike. Known for her soft heart and caring nature, Nicole formed deep connections in her life, especially cherishing the moments spent with her beloved niece. She also left behind a family of canine companions - Midnight, Gizmo, Missy, and Charlie - who were a constant source of comfort and joy in her life.
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