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Robert T. Gambal

July 15, 2025 |

By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home

 

In Loving Memory of a Wonderful Man.  It is with heavy hearts, we announce that Robert T. Gambal 81 went home to be with the Lord on 7/13/25. A U.S. Marine, devoted husband, wonderful father, doting grandfather, and an extraordinary human being — he touched the lives of everyone lucky enough to know him. He is the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Bodnar) Gambal.  Bob was a devoted husband to his late and beloved wife Barb Gambal, with whom he shared a deep and enduring love. Their life together was filled with laughter, loyalty, and unconditional support. Loving Brother to Mary Ann (Frank) Heller and late Joseph (Bernice) Gambal and many nieces and nephews. Brother in law to Sandy (Vito) Luci. Father to Kimberly Brook, Jack (Janet) Eicholz, and Deborah (Alex) Coury, cherished Pap to Calvert A. Chesleigh, Sarah (Eric) Campbell, John Chesleigh (Krista Margliotti), late James Chesleigh, Corrie (Andrew) Bell, Jessica Eicholz, Jackie Eicholz (Anthony Kilksey), Erika Coury and Sidney Coury. Great-Grandpap to Hannah, Carson, AJ and Millie.  A dedicated worker, he spent most of his career with Union Railroad, where he was known for his strength, reliability, and hard work. Before that, he honorably served his country as a United States Marine — a title he carried with pride for the rest of his life.  He loved beach vacations, bird watching, car racing, playing cards, and most of all, time spent with family. Whether he was sharing stories, offering advice, making people laugh, or simply enjoying a moment of quiet with his loved ones, he brought warmth and light to every room he entered.  He was the best dad ever — the kind of father every child deserves and the kind of grandfather who made each grandchild feel like the most important person in the world.  Bob leaves behind a legacy of strength, love, and service.   He lives on in the hearts of his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all who knew and loved him. 
Semper Fi, Marine. Oorah! Until we meet again — rest easy, Dad.   A private celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

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Adrienne Schonhardt

July 15, 2025 |

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

Adrienne Schonhardt, age 86, of Liberty Boro, died July 13, 2025, at Jefferson Hospital. Born August 9, 1938, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Virginia (Backstrom) Hocko and the wife of the late James Schonhardt.

A dedicated homemaker, Adrienne was renowned for her amazing cooking skills, filling her home with delicious aromas that brought comfort and joy to her family. She had a gift for sewing, spending countless hours as a seamstress making clothing for her children, including memorable maxi skirts and skorts. Her passion for creativity extended to crocheting, as she lovingly created beautiful afghans that warmed both body and spirit for her entire family.

Adrienne was not only a nurturing mother, but also a vibrant spirit who loved life. Her feisty personality, fearlessness in speaking her mind, and sense of humor made every family gathering memorable, often over board games and lively conversations. She enjoyed gambling and her outings to the casino, never turning down a chance to play. She also enjoyed playing video games. Adrienne spent countless evenings captivated by paranormal TV shows. She enjoyed sharing her interests with loved ones.

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Carol Sweitzer Stoll

July 15, 2025 |

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

Carol Sweitzer Stoll, age 76, of Sebastian, FL, formerly of Liberty Borough, PA died, Saturday, July 12, 2025 in Johnstown, PA. She was born in West Mifflin, PA, on February 18, 1949 and is the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth A. Tomasko Pcola. Carol was employed as a clerical supervisor for the PA Department of Welfare.

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Amy Marie Wood

July 15, 2025 |

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

Amy Marie Wood, age 53, of McKeesport, PA, died on Saturday, July 12, 2025. She was born in Alma, MI, on August 16, 1971, and is the daughter of the late Gerald and Shirley Patterson Wood.

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Bernard Charles "Bernie" Linkhauer

July 14, 2025 |

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

Bernard Charles "Bernie" Linkhauer, 82, of McKeesport passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025. He was born in McKeesport on January 19, 1943 to the late Charles Theodore and Ruby Clair (Wardropper) Linkhauer. Bernie worked for many companies as a CDL Truck Driver, and had the personality of a truck driver through and through. He was retired Teamsters Local #30, as well as a member of the National Railroad Historical Society - Horseshoe Curve Chapter, since the 80's. He also thoroughly enjoyed hunting, and train excursions. He is survived by his loving wife of over 60 years, Carol Lee (McLean) Linkhauer; his 2 sons, Bernie Lee (Lisa Coulson) Linkhauer of Elizabeth Township, and Curt (Christy) Linkhauer of Yorkhaven, PA; grandchildren, Brittney (Corey) Wahl, Kyle (Courtney Stickler) Linkhauer, and Carrie Linkhauer; great-grandchildren, Hudson & Weston Linkhauer; as well as a sister, Eileen Linkhauer; and nieces and nephews. Friends are welcome Wednesday, July 16, 2025 from 4-8pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Funeral Service will take place Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:00am in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at the Mount Vernon Cemetery. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

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Kevin George Gongaware

July 14, 2025 |

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

Kevin George Gongaware, 61, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on July 12, 2025, at Forbes Regional Hospital. Born April 13, 1964, in Greensburg, he was the beloved son of the late Merle Gongaware and Norma Jean (Dunn) Wisser. A 1982 graduate of Norwin Senior High School and a 1984 graduate of Ohio Technical College, Kevin recently retired from his role as a commercial HVAC technical engineer for the Department of Energy. He was a proud member of the Pittsburgh chapter of the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE). Kevin was a skilled mechanic who could fix just about anything. A lifelong car enthusiast and motorcycle rider, he had a special love for Harley Davidsons. In addition to his parents, Kevin was preceded in death by his brother, Merle Keith, and his stepfathers, Joseph Chervenick and Glenn Wisser. He is survived by his brother, Kris (Jill); sisters, Janis Kljun (Andrew) and Jennifer Fitzgerald (Patrick); nephews, Ben (Erica), Jacob, and Joseph; nieces, Carly and Emma; his beloved Chow Chow, Cash; and many cousins and friends. In recent years, Kevin shared a particularly close bond with his “little sister” and her family. A survivor from the start, Kevin overcame childhood leukemia and was followed for decades as a long-term study participant at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Thursday from 2–4 PM and 6–8 PM. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 11 AM in the funeral home chapel, with interment to follow at Irwin Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Kevin’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Grace Busha

July 14, 2025 |

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

Grace A. Busha, age 82 of North Huntingdon, passed away on July 13, 2025. She was born on June 30, 1943 in East Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late John and Theresa Palarino. Grace was a graduate of East Pittsburgh High School in the class of 1961. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by National City , PNC, and Integra banks as a bank teller. In her free time, Grace enjoyed water aerobics and she liked to go on walks. She was also known as an excellent cook. In addition to her parents, Grace was preceded in death by five sisters, Mary "Honey" Parente (husband Tom), Helen Prosdicimo (husband Greg), Nancy Rutter (husband Don), Annette Mullen (husband Lloyd), and Congetta "Dolly" Palarino. She is survived by her beloved husband David Busha, one daughter, Tina Josselyn (husband Steven), one brother, John "Sonny" Palarino (wife Jean), one sister, Angie Spadaro (husband Joe), and two granddaughters, Maria (fiancé Griffin) and Jenna (fiancé Joe). Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 5 PM to 8 PM. A funeral Mass will take place in St. Agnes Church on Thursday at 9:30 AM. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Grace's name to the National Kidney Foundation. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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John Hilton Jr.

July 13, 2025 |

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

John H. Hilton Jr., age 80 of North Huntingdon, passed away on July 12, 2025.  He was born on August 2, 1944 in Middletown, Ohio, a son of the late John Hilton Sr. and Mabel Hilton.  John was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served for 11 years.  Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Westinghouse as a training specialist.  John always looked forward to exploring new destinations, and he made many memories while traveling the world with his wife Sherry.  In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by one brother, James Hilton.  He is survived by his beloved wife Sherry Glasczko Hilton, one son Jonathan Petruska (wife Noelle), one daughter Megan Gibala (husband Ken), sisters-in-law Carole Hilton, Sandy Comiskey (husband Jim), and Carrie Lucotch (husband Mike), grandchildren Sydney, Alivia, and Jaycob Gibala, nieces Caitlin and Cori, nephew Michael, and his grandpuppy Maverik.  In accordance with John's wishes, there will be no public visitation.  A memorial service will be held at a later date to be announced.  James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Francine Kresicki

July 11, 2025 |

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

Francine Kresicki (Serwonski), age 74 of North Huntingdon, passed away on July 10, 2025. She was born in Jeannette on June 25, 1951, a daughter of the late Joseph and Angeline (Zinna) Serwonski. Fran was a graduate of Norwin High School’s class of 1969, and she attended the teaching program at Edinboro University. She went on to fulfill a career as a secretary for the Westmoreland County Magisterial District Court. Fran was an excellent cook, she enjoyed spending time at the casino, and she always looked forward to vacationing at the beach. Most of all, Francine was an amazing mother and grandmother. She truly cherished the time she spent with her family. In addition to her parents, Francine was preceded in death by one brother, Carmelo Serwonski, brother-in-law Michael Anderson, and sister-in-law Barbara Tillery. She is survived by her devoted husband of 53 years, Anthony Kresicki, daughter Kimberly (Ian) Morrison, son Anthony (Jennifer) Kresicki, and beloved grandchildren Scott, Jacob, Aiden, Cooper, and Sophia, beloved sister Linda Anderson and brother Paul (Patricia) Serwonski. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 3 to 8 PM at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 AM on Thursday at Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin, officiated by Father John Harrold, a close family friend. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Francine’s name to the American Cancer Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 

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Julie A. Tusay

July 10, 2025 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Julie A. Tusay, age 81 of West Mifflin, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. She was born in Braddock on March 9, 1944. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church. She was involved with the Emerson PTA and PTSA from 1984-1995 and was the Girl Scout Troop 01398 Leader from 1987-1995. She enjoyed going bowling, making crafts, going to camp, holiday decorating, watching Penguin Hockey and most of all spending time with family and friends.

Julie was the wife of the late Michael A. Tusay Sr. for 52 years. She is the mother of Annamarie (Dennis) Greller, Michael (Wendy) Tusay Jr., and Michelle (Sean) Jones; grandmother of Michael (Kyley) Tusay III, Zack Tusay, Rachael (Daniel) McCullough and Frank Greller; great grandmother of Clayton McCullough; and sister of Anna Mae Robson, late Johanna Carr, late Robert (wife Janet survives) Carr, and late Albert (wife Beverly survives) Carr. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 13, 2025, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. A Blessing Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., in Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, with Rev. James Bachner officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin.

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Kenny Edwin Kleber

July 10, 2025 |

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

Kenny Edwin Kleber, 74, of Liberty Borough passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025. He was born August 16, 1950 in Pittsburgh to the late John and Esther (Powell) Kleber. A proud veteran, Kenny served honorably in the US Air Force from 1970 - 1974. Afterwards, he worked for General Electric before obtaining a CDL license to drive trucks for USPS, where he retired from. He enjoyed golfing and was a member of the HOP'S golf league for a very long time, as well as a football and Star Trek fan. He was also an extremely proud grandfather, and loved to spend time with his granddaughter too.

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Carolyn H. Hall Racko

July 10, 2025 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Carolyn H. Hall Racko, 77, a resident of McKeesport for most of her life, a former resident of Hope Mills, NC, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at Quality Life Services in Apollo. She was born in McKeesport on February 24, 1948, to the late Cyrus P. and Helen Gaskell Hall. Carolyn was the loving wife of 54 years to the late Andrew Emil Racko, Jr. She is survived by daughter Tanya (Brian Weiner) Racko of Bellevue, son Patrick (Myria) Racko of Hope Mills, NC, grandchildren Ariana Berger, Amanda O'Donnell, Aliyah Zavetsky, Joshua, Jessica, and Jeffery Jr., eight great-grandchildren, as well as her three kitties and bearded dragon Willie. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents and husband Andrew Racko, Jr. In her leisure time, Carolyn used to make beautiful ornate embroideries. She was previously employed for 15 years at the Willis Center in Homestead as a hospice CNA, a job that she loved and had much pride in. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

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Audrey L. McGinn

July 10, 2025 |

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

Audrey L. McGinn, age 86, of Elizabeth, formerly of Dravosburg, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Southwestern Nursing Center. A member of Elizabeth United Methodist Church, she was a former dietary aide at Kane Nursing Home in McKeesport and a former housekeeper at U.S. Steel, Irvin Works. Born May 17, 1939 in Glassport, she was a daughter of the late Elmer and Elizabeth (Kostura) Furst and wife of the late Francis R. McGinn. She is survived by sisters, Mary “Dew” (Curt) Briggs of Elizabeth Twp., Cynthia Ann Kukulka of Elizabeth Twp., Karen Goreck of Port Vue, Nancy Lee Furst of Elizabeth and Pamela (Don) Pishney of Elizabeth Twp.; brothers, John (Karen) Furst of Scottdale and Elmer (Katie) Furst Jr. of Dunbar; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sisters, Debra Donnelly and Joyce Jones, and brother, Francis Furst. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Monday, July 14, 2025 from 12 noon until the time of service at 4 PM with the Rev. Adam Stump officiating. Private burial will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabeth United Methodist Church, 317 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com

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William Sylvester Farmer, Jr.

July 10, 2025 |

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

William Sylvester Farmer, Jr., 78, of Elizabeth, passed away at home on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. He was born August 3, 1946 in Elizabeth Township and was the son of the late William Sylvester Sr., Lavinia Jean (Cummock) Farmer. William was a Machinist at Carbidie and Kennametal for 40 years. Bill graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School in 1964 and went on to the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics. He was a member of the NRA and had a passion for hunting with archery, flintlocks and muzzleloaders. He lived from hunting season to hunting season, spending time in between seasons gearing up for the next one.

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Charles William "Chuck" Shidel

July 10, 2025 |

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

Charles William "Chuck" Shidel, 86, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025. He was born October 19, 1938 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Emil and Madeline (Skiffington) Shidel. Chuck was a US ARMY Veteran, stationed in Greenland and worked in the motor pool repairing vehicles. Upon completion of his military service, he worked in the local steel mill then began taking classes on appliance repair. He had his own business, Shidel Appliance Service for many years where he worked weekends and evenings, and also worked for various other companies including Kelly & Cohen and Sears.

He was a religious man, who was originally raised Catholic and attended the former St. Peter School and Church in McKeesport. During the later years of his life he attended The Norwin Christian Alliance in North Huntingdon, where he volunteered, visiting parishioners in need, assisting with various events and being a handyman, of course. He also volunteered for Meals on Wheels. Charlie was the man that shoveled the driveways of his elderly neighbors without asking for thanks. He showed all of us how to truly be a servant of his fellow man, by his deeds.

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