September 18, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Frank J. Visocky died on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at his Redstone Highlands residence in North Huntingdon, PA. Frank was born on November 27, 1917 in Connellsville, PA and was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 71 years, Anastasia (Skero) Visocky; son-in-law, Daniel Kovac; Father and Mother, Michael and Anna Visocky, as well as all of his brothers and sisters.
Frank is survived by his son, Edward Visocky (Denise) of Valley Center CA; daughters, Janet Kovac of Greensburg, PA and Catherine (Robert) Tokar of Lakewood Ranch FL; grandchildren, Jena (Andy) Whipkey of Cranberry PA, Danielle (Scott) Lang of Irwin PA, Jacob (Nicole) Kovac of Acme PA, and Corey Tokar of Orlando, FL as well as five great grandchildren (Hannah, Mason, Xavier, Aaron, and Luke).
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September 18, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Alexander J. "Jake" Sulesky, 85, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, September 17, 2020 at his home. He was born May 22, 1935 in McKeesport, a son of the late Alexander and Anna (Strager) Sulesky. Prior to his retirement, Jake was a technician for Bell Telephone and was a veteran of the US Army during the Vietnam Era. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Robert Sulesky.
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September 18, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Frank J. Visocky died on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at his Redstone Highlands residence in North Huntingdon, PA. Frank was born on November 27, 1917 in Connellsville, PA and was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 71 years, Anastasia (Skero) Visocky; son-in-law, Daniel Kovac; Father and Mother, Michael and Anna Visocky, as well as all of his brothers and sisters. Frank is survived by his son, Edward Visocky (Denise) of Valley Center CA; daughters, Janet Kovac of Greensburg, PA and Catherine (Robert) Tokar of Lakewood Ranch FL; grandchildren, Jena (Andy) Whipkey of Cranberry PA, Danielle (Scott) Lang of Irwin PA, Jacob (Nicole) Kovac of Acme PA, and Corey Tokar of Orlando, FL as well as five great grandchildren (Hannah, Mason, Xavier, Aaron, and Luke). He was a WWII Veteran, Sergeant in US Army Air Force, long standing member of the Mt Pleasant American Legion and a retiree of Westinghouse Corporation. Frank was a member of St Agnes Parish, North Huntingdon PA and formerly a member of the Visitation Church and men’s rosary society, Mt Pleasant PA. He was a devout Catholic and hardworking family man who loved to tinker around the house. His family and faith were very important to Frank and he was always there to help anyone in need. He will be dearly missed by all.
Friends and family will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike North Huntingdon, PA on Sunday, September 20, 2020 from 4 pm to 7 pm. Mass of Christian burial will be at the Visitation Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 740 Walnut Street, Mt Pleasant, PA on Monday, September 21, 2020 at 11am followed by an intermittent burial service at the Visitation Cemetery in Mt Pleasant, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frank’s memory to Tunnel to Towers or Redstone At Home Hospice.
September 18, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Adam Goyette, age 40, of Monroeville, PA died Tuesday, September 1, 2020. Adam was born in Davison, MI on March 12, 1980 and is the son of Martha Wikle Goyette and Joseph Goyette. Adam was a 1998 graduate of Davison High School, and 2003 graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York, NY. He was working for ZOLL Lifevest as a customer support technician. Above all else though, Adam lived to make people laugh.
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September 18, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Nelle Enterline, age 102 of White Oak, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2020. Born November 4, 1917 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Theodore and Marion (Hayden) Jackish. A 1936 graduate of Clairton High School, Nelle was a former Tin Inspector at US Steel Irvin Works in West Mifflin and a member of Sampson's Mills Presbyterian Church in White Oak. Besides her parents, Nelle was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Gayle Enterline who passed away May 17, 2007. She is survived by many nieces and nephews, including Sharon Kelly-Vrontos of Turtle Creek and Dorothy Kyslinger of Versailles.
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September 17, 2020 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Rochelle “Pixie” Diaz Cavendish, 59 of Clairton, formerly of Turtle Creek, passed away on Wednesday September 16th, 2020 at her home. She was born in McKeesport on May 2nd, 1961 to the late Joseph Diaz and Dorothy Trainer Diaz. Rochelle is survived by her three children, Steven Cavendish of McKeesport, Michael Cavendish, of West Homestead, and Charles (Khara) Cavendish, of New Franklin, OH, grandchildren, Kristian, Alexia, Skylie, and two other grandchildren, sisters Patricia Diaz of Clairton, Mary Nesky of Clairton, and Rose Polowsky of Clairton, and brothers Joseph (Darla) Diaz of Munhall, and Michael Diaz of Clairton. She was preceded in death by her sister Donna Stacey. Rochelle enjoyed crochet and quilting and making art. She was a home maker. Family and friends will be received on Saturday September 26th from 9-11am at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place at 11. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs or to www.fundthefuneral.com . Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
September 17, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Elizabeth A. Turley, 82, of North Versailles, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 17, 2020 at Manor Care of Monroeville. She was born December 13, 1937 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Augustus and Nellie (Churchfield) Frankford. Prior to her retirement, Elizabeth was a secretary for Westinghouse Electric and later a bookkeeper for the Department of Aging. She was member of Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin, enjoyed doing puzzles, reading and playing games on her Kindle, crocheting and was an avid Pittsburgh sports team fan. In addition to her parents, Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband, William Turley; brother, Francis Frankford; and sister, Sheila Kelley. She is survived by her son, William (Kathi Carr) Turley; daughters, Paula (David) Patterson, Patricia (Reggie) Tabb, Janet (Tom Labuda) Bacco; ten grandchildren, Matthew, Carrie, Mark, Alexis, Allyson, Amanda, Nicholas, Nathan, Aidan and Declan. Friends will be received from 2-8 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Fund. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
September 17, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Anna Mae Oleyar, age 86, of Port Vue, died September 14, 2020, at Senior Care Plaza. Born November 8, 1933, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Victor and Margaret (Beres) Seibert and the wife of the late James A. Oleyar. Anna Mae worked for G.C. Murphy in their office, Johnston the Florist and Yarborough Development in her later years. She enjoyed bowling and was active in numerous local leagues throughout the years. She loved to cook and was a wonderful baker. People still miss her delicious stuffed cabbage, nut rolls, cakes, and cookies. She was a member of Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Patrick Church.
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September 17, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Timothy E. Panico, age 55 of Herminie, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 in Excela Westmoreland Hospital in Greensburg. Born November 7, 1964 in McKeesport, he is a son of the late Anthony P. and Claire A. (Stephens) Panico. A service technician for Combustion Equipment Services in Pittsburgh, Tim was a member of the Wendell Club, a social member of the Herminie VFW, and an avid fisherman.
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September 17, 2020 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Keith Donald Nelson, age 44, of McKeesport, died September 12, 2020, at home. Born November 25, 1975, in Miami, FL, he was the son of Mark (Susan) Nelson of Yorktown, VA, and Karen (Kevana) Bishop of McKeesport.
Keith was a self-employed plumber. He attended First Evangelical Free Church of McKeesport. Keith was a hardworking, fun-loving son, father, and friend. He had the biggest heart and was always willing to lend an ear or a hand.
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September 16, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Rosalyn Scott, 55, born on May 5, 1965, was the beloved daughter of the late Gilliam Morgan and Melvina (Scott) Raymond in McKeesport, PA. Rosalyn departed this life on September 11, 2020, and was also preceded in death by her grandson, Keith Jones.
Left to cherish her memories are her four sons, Howard Stuvaints of McKeesport, PA, Dalin Scott of Duquesne, Tyler Scott of Duquesne, Davall Stuvaints of McKeesport; daughter, Gionna Stuvaints of McKeesport; four grandchildren; sister, LaPerry Raymond of McKeesport; brother, James Raymond, Jr. of North Versailles; father of her children, Russell Stuvaints; nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
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September 16, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Robin Ruffin was born on November 19, 1965 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Roy Johnson, Sr. and her beloved mother, Lavelle Cook-Campbell. She peacefully passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at home. She was also preceded in death by both her maternal and paternal grandparents, and nephew Sherrod Johnson.
Robin, a graduate of Wilkinsburg High School, was a fun and loving person. She was a dedicated mother first and foremost. She spent most of her life working in Childcare. Robin loved children. She treasured educating them and planning fun activities for them to do. A woman of true wisdom, she loved to read and write poetry.
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September 16, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mary Almetta Singleton–Randall was born on September 6, 1932 in Blythedale, Pa., to the late Joseph and Chosie Helena-Edwards Stoutamire. She triumphantly gained her wings and slipped peacefully away on Thursday, September 10, 2020, at UPMC East Hospital a few days after celebrating her 88th birthday.
Almetta, as she was known by many, held various jobs during her working career in Pennsylvania and Maryland utilizing her many talents which included workings as an accountant at Cox’s Department Store, McKeesport PA. Years later, she utilized her great culinary skills as a cook at the University of Maryland in College Park Maryland (UMPC), where she retired in late 1990.
McKeesport was home for Almetta which is where she returned after her retirement from UMCP to care for her only sister Anna Long, who precedes her in death. She attended Ebenezer Baptist Church in Blythedale and Christ Temple AME Church in McKeeport PA.
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September 16, 2020 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Robert S. Drowser, age 64, of Jeannette, gained his wings September 14, 2020, with his wife, Colleen S. (Morris) Drowser, by his side. Born March 14, 1956, he was the son of the late Robert and Margaret (Lininger) Drowser.
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September 16, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Connie L. Davis, age 45, North Huntingdon, died September 14, 2020, at Transitions Healthcare. Born February 17, 1975, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, she was the daughter of Hank and Karen (Eby) Giesbrecht and wife of Lane Davis. Connie graduated from the University of Lethbridge with two degrees and worked at Global Thermoelectric in Calgary, Alberta from 1997-1999, then as the Office Manager for NEDCO in Irwin from 1999-2008. She loved playing her iPad games, watching movies and television, and listening to music.
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