December 31, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ronald E. Schoffstall, 79, of West Newton, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 17, 1941 in Lawrenceville, Pa., son of the late Edward and Ruth (Pashley) Schoffstall. Prior to his retirement, Ron was a truck driver for Dolly Madison, Schwebel's and Drakes Bread. He enjoyed woodworking and upholstering, fishing, camping, loved the American Bald Eagle and actively supported the disabled veterans. He is survived by his children, Charles Edward Schoffstall and his wife, Sherry, Ronda Kardos, Nancy Schoffstall; grandchildren, Julie, Jeffrey and Charleigh Schoffstall, Alyssa Kardos and her fiance, Shawn DeHart, Matthew Kardos and his fiancee, Jodi Hans, Nicole (Dan) Foster and Jessi Smirga; great-grandchildren, Colton, Reagan, and Mason; and longtime loving companion, Elizabeth Ace.
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December 31, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Christopher Paul Ursiny, 39, of White Oak, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2020. He was born August 16, 1981 in McKeesport, a son of Harvey and Candice (Carlson) Ursiny. Chris worked for his father's company, C&H Small Engine Repair and was also a landscaper. He was a graduate of McKeesport High School Class of 2000, member of Christ United Methodist Church of North Huntingdon and a new member of White Oak Gun Club. He enjoyed shooting, fishing, spending time at his family's camp in Emlenton, Pa., and loved his animals. He is survived by his brother, Bryan Ursiny and his fiancee, Jessica; sister, Amy Horn and her husband, Brian; nephews, Maxx and Weston; niece, Sofia; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
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December 31, 2020 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Velia Duncan Hoffman, age 94, of McKeesport, died December 26, 2020, at Canterbury Place of Lawrenceville. Born September 23, 1926, in Moore, TX, she was the daughter of the late Jake and Clara (Saldaña) Duncan and the wife of the late Paul "Tex" Hoffman for 42 years.
Veila retired from the former G.C. Murphy Company, where she was a floor supervisor. After retirement, she sold newspapers on the corner of 5th Ave. and Sinclair St. Veila loved meeting and greeting the folks of McKeesport. Velia graduated High School class of 1944, in Moore, TX as the Salutatorian. She will always be remembered for her kindness and love of family.
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December 31, 2020 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Marietta (Mary) Norelli, 100, of Glassport died Wednesday December 30, 2020. Mary was born February 9, 1920 in Frasso Telesino, Province of Benevento, Italy. She moved to America in the 1950s and was very proud to become a naturalized U.S. citizen with the right to vote! Mary valued family above all things and was happiest in her home where she loved to cook and entertain, especially for Christmas and Easter. In the spring and summer months she had the most beautiful garden. She grew all of her own vegetables, and of course grapes for her wine. She loved fiercely and will be missed by many. Mary is the daughter of the late Augustino and Maria Josepha Norelli Cecere. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years Domenico (Dom) Norelli. She is survived by her children Angelo (Peg) Norelli, Mary Louise (Ken) Feterik of Glassport, and Frank (Andrea) Norelli of Elizabeth; granddaughters Angela (Ed) Hart of Port Vue, Jennifer (Dennis) Burke of Glassport, Sara (Keith) Ressler of Pittsburgh, and Amanda (Andrew) Feterik of New York, N.Y.; great-grandchildren Eddie Hart, Kassady and Mackenzie Burke, Angelo (A.J.) Hart, Alexandria and Dominic Ressler; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
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December 31, 2020 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Jeanne B. Irons, age 85, of McKeesport, died December 29, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport. Born August 21, 1935, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Rosemary (Alfieri) Pozzuto and the wife of the late Donald Irons.
Jeanne was a woman of faith and generosity. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. Jeanne loved being a mother, and her grandchildren were the most important thing in the world to her.
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December 30, 2020 |
By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home
Robert Morgan Patrick Burke, son of Hiram Abner Burke and Mariam C. Jones Burke Carroll.
He was reared by grandparents Watkins Wilford Jones and Julia J Baker Jones from the age of 9 months until he was 18 years of age. From the age of 8 until he was 18 he and his grandfather were seen everywhere in town knocking on doors to see if the occupants had a piano to be tuned.
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December 30, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Edward John Freinstein, 76, of North Huntingdon, passed away December 29, 2020. He was born November 28, 1944 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Edward Freinstein, Sr. and the late Ruth (Swigart) Freinstein. Beloved husband, father, step-father, grandfather, and friend, affectionately known to family members as Butch (Butchie). Ed grew up mostly in Penn Hills and graduated from Penn State University in 1967. He loved animals, especially dogs, and had a way with them. He loved to golf and was especially happy when the weather allowed him to get out on the course. He was also an avid Steelers Fan. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Butch was retired from Westinghouse Bombardier.
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December 30, 2020 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Trevor D. Knapp, 34, of Duquesne, died on Monday, December 28, 2020, at home. Born on January 4, 1986, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Dennis J. and Shirley A. (Molzer) Knapp. Trevor was a member of The First Presbyterian Church of Duquesne. He is survived by his loving parents, Dennis and Shirley Knapp, a beloved brother and sister-in-law, Travis D. and Beth Knapp and his four legged friends, Skylar, Rocky, and Gracie.
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December 30, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Rita Yauch, age 84, of McKeesport, died December 25, 2020. She was born in McKeesport on January 1, 1936 and is the daughter of the late Joseph William and Anna Elizabeth Marish Kapis. She was a homemaker and a loving mother and grandmother and great grandmother.
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December 30, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Arlene Kay (Susan) Bush, age 71, of Pittsburgh, died in hospice on December 29, 2020. She was a 1967 graduate of McKeesport Senior High School. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in German with a minor in Special Education from West Virginia University and a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from the University of Pittsburgh. Ms. Bush worked for 32 years with UPMC as a medical technologist before retiring in 2013.
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December 30, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Wade John Boyd, age 54, of Donora, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at home. He was a union brick layer. Born June 4, 1966 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Wade A. and Joanne (Lukach) Boyd Cochran. He is survived by his children, Sgt. Cullen Boyd in the U.S. Army and Gabrielle Boyd of North Versailles; stepdaughter, Brittney DiPerna of Texas; grandchildren, Parker Boyd of Texas, and Javier and Luca Paredes of Illinois; former wife, Cynthia Boyd of North Versailles; stepfather, George D. Cochran of Coal Center; stepbrothers, David Cochran of Lincoln Borough and Todd Cochran of Coal Center; stepsisters, Diane Hyde of Ruffsdale and Doreen Ahlin of Mt. Pleasant; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. There is no visitation. There will be a private funeral service at Round Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 30, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Pauline Hazel Campaneo, 87 of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020. She was born December 31, 1932 in Arnold City and was the daughter of the late Paul and Edith (Hawk) Hegedus. She was the wife of the late Rudolph J. Campaneo who passed away December 24, 2019. Pauline was a member of the Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church, Elizabeth Township Senior Citizens, Life Span, The McKeesport Heritage Center, and the Versailles Croatian Club. She loved her grandchildren, cooking, baking (especially pies) and dancing. Pauline loved to laugh and make you laugh by her silly antics! She was always lighthearted and smiling, what a blessing she was to us!
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December 30, 2020 |
By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home
Rachel “Preppy” Laverne Conrad, 83, died Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at The Grove in North Huntingdon, PA.
Born in McKeesport, April 8, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Joseph L. and Mollie Weiss Gonzales. Wife of the late Harry Hobson and the late Harry Addison Conrad, Jr., she was preceded in death by sisters Rosalie Hansen, Miriam Diggs, and Esther Micklo, and brother Joseph Gonzales, Jr.
She is survived by 3 sons, Jeffrey, Harry, and Bernie, loving grandchildren, sisters, Sylvia Hannen, Doris Amatuzzi, and Linda Micklo, brothers, David, Howard, Albert, and Carl Gonzales.
Rachel was the manager of Housing Opportunities, Inc., a democratic committee woman in the 7th ward, was associated with Vienna Bakery, and was the matriarch of the family.
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December 30, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Reverend Wilbert A Wilson, 68, was born October 23, 1952, in McKeesport, PA. The beloved son of the late Wilbert and Ella Louise (Alred) Wilson, Sr., departed this life on December 22, 2020, at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh, PA. He was preceded in death by his sisters Toni Opong, Rhonda Legget, and Kimberly Wilson.
Woody, as he was affectionately known, graduated from McKeesport High School and attended Chaney State University. He then enlisted into the United States Navy. Later, Woody graduated from Family Bible School, Harty Bible School, and attended The Bethlehem Baptist Church Bible Institute. He retired from the VA in Aspinwall (HJHines) where he served not only the men but was a member of the Honor Guard and a Union Steward as well.
Rev. Woody besides being the cook, gardener, and handyman that never said NO; was also an avid bowler with a high game of 279, one strike away from a perfect game. He was a devoted member of Bethlehem Baptist Church where he was ordained Reverend and became an Associate Minister. He served in the choir and loved being the Ministry Leader of the Men’s Group.
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December 30, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Cassandra L. (Grace) Hinton, age 73, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020. She was born April 24, 1947, a daughter of the late Jack and Cassie Grace. She was a registered nurse that work for many years at the McKeesport Hospital and then for UPMC’s Home Health Care before retiring. She is survived by her daughter Kimberly (Ken) Walkosak of North Huntingdon; grandchildren Kira and Kali Walkosak; sister Carol (Baird) Whitehead; and brothers Kevin (Patty) Grace and Jack (Joy) Grace.
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