December 30, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Gerald Nevin Paul, 76, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday , December 27, 2020 at Excela Westmoreland Hospital due to complications of Covid-19. He was born March 23, 1944 in North Huntingdon, a son of the late Earl Nevin and Lena Clara (Viano) Paul.
Jerry was a 1962 graduate of Norwin High School. He served in the National Guard and was employed by the Elliot Company in Jeannette for 38 years. His love of music and records, particularly “oldies”, led him to a second job as a DJ for special events. He was a lifetime member of First United Methodist Church, Irwin. He loved the simple things in life – a good meal, coffee after dinner, and time spent with his family.
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December 30, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Derrick T. Younger, 67, was born October 20, 1953 in Pittsburgh, PA. The beloved son of the late Issac and Elma (Dudley) Younger, departed this life on December 25, 2020 at home with his family by his side.
Derrick is survived by his loving spouse Monica Younger, three sons, Derrick T Younger of San Francisco, CA, Dante Younger of McKeesport, Dorian Younger of North Versailles; daughter, Chivon (Tarus) Smith of White Oak; stepdaughter, Tomika Brown; 9 grandchildren; brother, Dewayne Jeter of Newport News, VA; sister, Shirley Taylor of McKeesport; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
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December 30, 2020 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Marjorie (Droske) “Sweet Marge” Barnyk, 89, of McKeesport peacefully passed on December 23, 2020.
Marge was born on September 25, 1931 in North Braddock to the late Michael and Theresa (Diritski) Droske. She was the wife of the late Michael Barnyk.
Loving and devoted mom of Renee (Richard) Tommarello, Michele (Howard) Ferree and Cindy (Tom) Moran. Special grandma of 8 grandchildren and 6 great- grandchildren. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
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December 29, 2020 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Rosemary Blaha, age 72, of Port Vue, passed away unexpectedly December 27, 2020, at Jefferson Hospital. Born January 13, 1948, in Buena Vista, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Marcella (Skiffington) Goodfellow and the beloved wife of Jack Blaha for 55 years.
Rosemary worked many places throughout her life, including McKeesport Hospital, Pool City, and as a special needs bus monitor for South Allegheny School District (PA Coach Lines). She was a member of the Port Vue United Methodist Church. Rosemary loved being a softball mom aka Mrs. B to so many. Rosemary was a 1965 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and earned an Associates Degree from the New York Institute of Photography. She continued showing her passion by creating memories through many photo albums which she shared with family and friends. Rosemary enjoyed family vacations to Deep Creek, MD and Myrtle Beach, SC. Her greatest gift in life was the love and devotion she showed to her husband, children, and grandchildren.
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December 29, 2020 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Erminia Italia "Erma" Molinari, 89, of Altoona, formerly of Glassport and West Mifflin, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020, at Graystone Manor at Bellemeade in Altoona, PA.
Erma was born on May 4, 1931, in McKeesport to the late Rocco and Julie D'Angelo Sponza. She was the loving wife of the late John F. Molinari, who preceded her in death in 2001.
Erma is survived by her beloved grandchildren, Johnna (Jim) Gority, Jennifer Edwards, and Elizabeth (Tim) Liedl. Also survived by great-grandchildren, Colton and Madison Gority, Owen, Cecilia, & Hudson Edwards, Alivia and Adalynn Liedl. Erma was preceded in death by her son John R. Molinari, sister Rosalie Slack, and best friend Geri Deanovich.
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December 29, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Frances Lofstrom, age 92 of Clairton, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020 in Jefferson Hospital. Born June 20, 1928 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Josephine (Triglia) Ripepi and wife of the late Ernest "Dutch" Lofstrom. A retired supervisor of Bell Telephone, Frances was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church and the Sons of Columbus Santa Maria Council #3. In her spare time, she enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family, working in her yard, and tending to her flower garden and tomato plants. Frances is survived by her siblings Dominic (Josephine) Ripepi of Clairton, Pat Ripepi of Jefferson Hills, and Toni Rothacker of Clairton; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, Frances was preceded in death by her sister Marie DeSimone.
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December 29, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kathryn M. Kaminsky, 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, December 28, 2020 at Overlook Green, Whitehall, PA. She was born March 25, 1928 in Perryopolis, a daughter of the late Barney and Margaret (Valarie) Lomagno. Kathryn enjoyed baking, knitting and sewing.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter "Rusty" Kaminsky; and brother, Tony; and sisters, Idea, Marie, Margaret, Norma and Nancy. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Kaminsky and Kathy Overfield and her husband, James; sister, Lena Anderson; grandchildren, Kristan (Saurabh) Gulati, Jacob (Elizabeth) Overfield; and four great-grandchildren, Riya, Avery, Jaxson and newborn baby Gulati.
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December 29, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Caroline G. Shorkey, 84, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, December 26, 2020 in Forbes Regional Hospital.
She was born February 1, 1936 in Pittsburgh, daughter of the late Elmer and Helen (Waldeck) Ginter. Caroline along with her husband James, was the founder and previous owner of Courtesy Oldsmobile and Jeep, now known as the Jim Shorkey Family Auto Group, where she served numerous roles for over 30 years, including Service Manager. She was the heart of the business.
She enjoyed spending time with her faithful kitten companions, Juju and Lemieux. Carol was an avid reader, loyal Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins fan, and enjoyed watching Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, and Judge Judy.
She was extremely caring, supporting numerous charities and individuals who were experiencing life’s challenges.
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December 29, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Hunter John Shoben, 22, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020. He was born May 26, 1998 in Pittsburgh and is the son of William O. and Kindall Shoben of Elizabeth Township. Hunter worked for ALL Crane and was a member of the NRA, Elizabeth Township Sportsman's Association and Union Local 66. Hunter was an avid outdoorsman, awesome snowboarder and a loving person.
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December 29, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kathleen Jo Bogonovich, 59, of Sacramento, CA, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020 at her home in Sacramento CA. She was born December 10, 1961, a daughter of the late James and Marilyn (Orberg) Muri. Kathleen was a residential real estate appraiser.
She is survived by her husband, Michael Bogonovich; son, Mark E. Bogonovich and his wife, Susan; daughters, Theresa Manzi and her husband, Michael and children, Molly and Patrick, Angela McCole, Kimberly Durant and her husband, Nate and son, Thomas J., Leslie Ann Dawson and her husband, Derek; brother, James (Beth Ann) Muri; sisters, Susan (David) Harmuth, Brenda Myers.
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December 29, 2020 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Ralph Evanchak, Sr., age 91, of Port Vue, died December 27, 2020, at home. Born October 19, 1929, in Liberty Borough, he was the son of the late Joseph and Lillian (Naylor) Evanchak and the husband of the late Marion Grace (Irwin) Evanchak for 63 years.
Ralph retired from Consolidated Rail Corporation. He was a devoted member of Liberty Presbyterian Church. Ralph was a United States Marine Corps veteran, serving during the Korean War.
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December 28, 2020 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Age 103, of Lincoln Place, passed away on December 28, 2020 at UPMC Mercy. Born in McKees Rocks on October 28, 1917, she was the daughter of the late Adalbert and Leopoldina (Vavrick) Jozefczyk. She was a retired clerk at Kaufmann’s-Downtown, was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Hedwig Church, and was an avid bowler and enjoyed gardening. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Sigmund Kruszka and her second husband, Casmer Janus. She was the step mom of Alan (Linda) Janus of Bethel Park and the late Robert Kruse; grandmother of Jessica Janus; and sister of Eleanor Sweterlitsch of Moon Twp. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday, December 30, 2020 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, where a blessing service will be held on Thursday, December 31, 2020, at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Hedwig Church with the Rev. Michael Conway officiating. Burial will follow in St. Hedwig Cemetery. Due to PA Covid-19 mandates, visitation is limited to 10 people in the funeral home at a time and masks must be worn.
December 28, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Sharene L. Haubrick, age 85, of Glassport, died December 27, 2020, at John J. Kane Regional Center. Born February 21, 1935, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Evelyn (Crawford) Fenster and the wife of the late Glenn R. Haubrick.
Sharene worked in child care throughout her life. She had a passion for art, often expressing it in her drawings and paintings. Sharene adored her grandchildren, they were the light of her life.
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December 28, 2020 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Janet E. Baker, age 70, of Liberty Borough, died December 26, 2020, at home. Born February 25, 1950, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Gatto and Madeline (Knee) Gatto.She was the wife of Hilary L. Baker, Jr., for 51 years.
Janet retired as a bookkeeper and then cared for her grandchildren. She was a member of the Liberty Presbyterian Church for over 40 years, where she served as an Elder, Deacon, and was active with the Women's Club. Janet enjoyed traveling and the most important thing in the world was her grandchildren's happiness.
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December 28, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald Claude Mortle, age 79 of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020 in Jefferson Hospital. Born August 30, 1941 in Frank, PA, he was a son of the late Samuel Mortle and Bertha (Ulbrich) Lowers. A retired Administrative Sergeant for the US Army and Veteran of the Vietnam War, Ronald was a member of the Order of Demolay in McKeesport, the King Solomon Lodge Masonic Order in Stuttgart, Germany, the Junior Order of Mechanics, a senior trustee of the Floreffe Volunteer Fire Department, a life member of the Disabled American Veterans, the VFW #712 of Pleasant Hills, the American Legion Daniel Keffer Post #75 of Clairton, the German Hunters Association in Heidelberg, Germany, and the Clairton Lions Club. He is survived by his wife Virginia (Haskell) Mortle; his daughters Tara Leigh (Thomas) Clark of Penn Hills and Tiffany Anne Ferry of Penn Hills; his grandchildren Joseph Eric Mortle, Amanda Leigh Faske, Nathan Michael, Jayson David, Spencer, Tylan, Niki Shay, and Aidan Mortle, Meagan and Julia Clark, and Addison Michele Mortle; his great-grandchildren Angelo Thomas Mortle and Autumn, Branden, Logan, and Landon Faske; his sister Carol E. (the late Geno) Gergley of Clairton; and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Eric V. Mortle, his brothers Wayne and Glenn S. Mortle, and his stepfather who raised him Claude D. Lowers.
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