August 28, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Donald James Henry, Born December 14, 1932, passed away August 27, 2019 with his daughter Luette and son-in-law Bobby by his side. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 66 years Donna Mae (Baker) Henry; parent's John and Margaret Henry, brother's Wilfred (Billy), John, Ralph, Robert, and Philip Henry.
He is survived by his daughter, Luette (Bobby) Sharpe, son, Donald (Connie) Henry, daughter, Amy (Lori Ruffner) Henry; granddaughter, Sara (Zachary Van Allen) Henry, grandson, Joshua (Sarah) Henry; granddaughter, Jamie Henry; great grandson, Wyatt Henry; and his sister's, Maureen and Patricia Henry. Don worked at Roy C. Price Ironworks that became Wheaton and Sons for 55 years. He was an avid gardener and card player. His vegetables were the highlight of summer for many family friends and strangers. Don was the mayor of SWHYKGT for 43 years. He was the oldest living member of The Italian Brotherhood of Guffey Club and a member of the Italian Miners Society. Don loved football. He played for the McKeesport Tigers and was honored by the school for his time playing. He loved Friday night football games at Norwin and McKeesport. He made an impact on everyone he loved and met along the years. He will be truly missed. By the way, as Don said, "Glad I saw ya."
Friends will be received from 1 to 7 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will take place on Saturday at 10 a.m. in Wesley United Methodist church in White Oak. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, North Huntingdon.
August 27, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Joell L. Kamauf, age 49, of Munhall, PA, formerly of Duquesne, on August 25, 2019. Born in McKeesport on March 10, 1970, she was the daughter of the late Edward E. & Ethel L. (Zelinsky) Kamauf, Jr. She was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish, in Duquesne, and a good aunt, sister, & caregiver. She is survived by her daughter, Nicole Black, of Munhall; siblings Lori Kamauf of Munhall, Denise Stephenson of West Mifflin, Michelle (Trevor Broman) Kamauf of West Mifflin, and Edward (Becky Toth) Kamauf of West Mifflin; nieces and nephews, Lauren (fiancee Antonio Scheible) Evans, Brianna Kamauf, Braeden Stephenson, Nolan Stephenson, Evan Broman, Raechel Anderton. Visitation on Friday, August 30, 2019 from 2-8 p.m. at Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home, Inc., 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300 where a blessing will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Name Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish, Duquesne with the Rev. Nick Mastrangelo officiating. Private family burial will be held at Holy Name Cemetery.
August 27, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Lou "M.L." Reed age 95 of North Huntingdon was relieved of her pain when she got the call to pass through the gates of heaven on August 27, 2019 while residing at the Grove of Irwin. She was born March 13, 1924 in Luxor a daughter of the late Charles and Mary Urchick. Prior to her retirement, Mary Lou was formerly employed by Westinghouse Electric where she met her husband. She was the manager of three soup and sandwich shops and later employed by Jeannette Glass. Mary Lou was a woman of many talents. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ronald. She is survived by five daughters, Marilyn Yates, Cathy Reed, Beverly Kuhn (Robert), Deborah Green (Earnest) , Ronna Vojnovich (Dorian) two brothers, Paul Urchick (Becky), Mike Urchick (Barb), two sisters, Martha Shimshock, Rose Kepich, 9 grandchildren, Autumn Gaucin (Aaron), Marla Watt (Ryan), Morgan Yates (Chris Wharton), Khrystian Bedard (Raymond), Nakita Vojnovich, Lindsey and Jesse Kuhn, Ian Green (Ariunaa), Natasha Vojonovich, 9 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Friday from 1-6 p.m. with a service to be held at 5:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
August 27, 2019 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
Paul Ernest Hollenbeck, 91, passed away at his home in Knoxville, Tenn., July 29, 2019. He was born in McKeesport in 1927, the son of Elizabeth (Parton) and William Martin Hollenbeck.
He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, a graduate of Robert Morris College, member of the Masonic Fraternity, and the American Legion. His career was spent as a buyer with Westinghouse Electric in McKeesport and later as a manager of quality control with Martin Marietta in Oak Ridge, Tenn.
He leaves his wife of 72 years, Jean Isabel (Haidle) Hollenbeck and daughters Cathy Wieland of Oak Ridge, Tenn., Cynthia O'Hara of Madison, Ala., and Paula Kraemer from Daniel Island, S.C. He will be missed by 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements were private. Inurnment was at the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, Knoxville, Tenn. Services in charge of Cremation Options Inc. of Knoxville, Tenn.
August 27, 2019 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Tom Gillespy, age 67, of White Oak, died August 22, 2019, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born April 25, 1952, in Bridgeport, CT, he was the son of the late Thomas and Jeanette (Turro) Gillespy and the husband of Cindi (Sharbaugh) Gillespy.
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August 27, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
"D.J." Duane John Proctor, 56, of Jeannette, passed away Monday, August 26, 2019 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born May 18, 1963 in Jeannette, a son of the late Duane S. and Katherine (Totin) Proctor. D.J. was a chef and a member of the Norwin Church of the Nazarene. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing and hunting. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Proctor; son, Cody (Amber) Proctor; stepson, Joshua Craig and his fiancee, Nicole; brother, Michael (Sandy) Proctor; and uncle, Bud Totin. Friends will be received on Thursday from 2-7 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Norwin Church of the Nazarene, 110 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa. 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
August 27, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Keri Ann Prihode Burd, age 54, of Finleyville, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a former administrative assistant for Peoples Gas. Born December 7, 1964 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of Lois (Hill) Kocher and the late Herb Prihode. She is survived by her parents, Charles and Lois Kocher of Elizabeth Twp., and step-siblings. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
August 27, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ruth Ann Santory, 63, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, August 26, 2019. She was born September 28, 1955 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Warner and Sharma (Railingshafer) Talavinia. She was a member of the Greenock United Methodist Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir and cantatas. Ruth Ann was a graduate of Indiana University of PA and California University of PA where she earned her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Masters degree in Reading, respectively. She was a retired 6th grade Math Teacher at the Elizabeth Forward Middle School and was beloved by many students and their families. "Ruthie" loved children and was dedicated to growing their minds academically, and their faith through leading Vacation Bible School and youth group at church.
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August 27, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Howard G. Dangel, age 78, of North Huntingdon, died Wednesday, August 21, 2019. He was born in McKeesport on November 20, 1940 and is the son of the late Edward L. and Elsie A. Sharbaugh Dangel, and the husband of the late Mary Patricia “Pat” Benner Dangel. Howard was an airplane mechanic for Allegheny Airlines, US Air and other local airlines. He loved spending time with his family and enjoyed gardening, golf, fishing, woodworking and DIY Projects.
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August 27, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Charles Thomas Putz , 76, of McKeesport, passed away Monday, August 26, 2019. He was born August 13, 1943 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Joseph and Loveada (Riley) Putz. Charles was a retired roofer with Allegheny County Roofers Local 37 and was a US Navy Veteran.
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August 26, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Soltis, 97, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2019. She was born June 13, 1922 in Skrabske, Czechoslovakia, daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Halkova) Kacvinsky. Mary was a member of St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church where she was past president of the women's club and was involved with the fundraising for the church. She embraced her Slovak heritage and was a member of the GCU and enjoyed cooking delicious traditional Slovak dishes and desserts for her family and friends. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all those lives she touched with her gentleness, love and devotion. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Nicholas Soltis; and beloved sons, John and Paul Soltis. She is survived by her daughters, Mary Bezick and her husband, James, Ann Dole and her husband, Darrell; son, Michael Soltis and his wife, Terri; grandchildren, Denine (Eddie) Clouse, Denise Bezick-Hume, Kristine (Jason) Mong, Danielle (Paul) Baker, Summer Soltis, Matthew (Ashley) Dole and Lindsay Soltis and her fiance, Dan Moore; great-grandchildren, Sara (Evelyn) Clouse, Nicholas, Jordan Clouse, Elizabeth and Wyatt Hume, Emily and Raymond Baker, Ethan McCoy, Emma and Caleb Dole; and numerous nieces and nephews in Slovakia. Friends will be received on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A Parastas service will take place at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue on Saturday from 9:30 - 10 a.m. at St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church, North Huntingdon A Divine Liturgy will follow at 10 a.m. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. Interment to follow in Irwin Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church in memory of Mary. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
August 25, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Alice Faye (Peabody) Bealko, age 86, a longtime resident of Irwin Manor, passed away peacefully in her sleep Wednesday, August 21, 2019. She was born August 29, 1932 in Louisville, KY, a daughter of the late Russell E. and Rose O. Peabody. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son-in-law Dennis Petrovay; a brother Jerry Peabody; and a sister Roberta Howell. Alice lived a life full of love for family and friends. She enjoyed fishing, bingo, traveling, and her scratch off tickets. She is survived by her daughters Beverly Petrovay of North Huntingdon, Veronica Walker of Port Orange, Florida and Susan (Dennis) James of North Huntingdon; her grandchildren Kristi, Rick, Rebekah, Lisa, Joanna, Alexis, Amy, Jeremy, and Dennis; her great grandchildren Chelsy, Brandy Steeley, Destiney, , Giovanni III, Miranda, Harley, Alex, Jerry, R.J., Adam, Zachary, George, Madden, Eli, Marina, Aaron, Nevada, Arianna, Brady, Layla, and Mya; and her great-great grandchildren Kyle, Lauren, Alexandria, Madison, and Giovanni IV.
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August 25, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
James W. Byard, 62 of Irwin, died Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at home. He was born September 21, 1956 in McKeesport, a son of the late William Dal and Marion E. (Geruschat) Byard and was also preceded in death by his twin brother Jeffrey C. Byard. He was a graduate of Penn State University and was employed by Shred-it, Pittsburgh. He is survived by his siblings Robert D Byard of Columbus, OH and Karen M. (Phillip) Gregar of Trafford; also nieces and nephews.
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August 25, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patricia C. Greene, 76 of North Huntingdon died August 24, 2019 at Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital. She was born May 2, 1943 in Wilkinsburg, Pa., a daughter of the late Norman and Agnes Ward Carney. Prior to retirement she was a Realtor for Century 21. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother Robert Carney. Patricia enjoyed playing bingo, trips to the Atlantic City Casinos, and reading. She is survived by her husband Lowell, a son Lowell (Miranda), two daughters Connie (Ronnie) Kelch and Jennifer Barron. Seven Grandchildren Amanda (Jake), David, Justin, Eddie, Tommy, Dylan, and Henry. The family will celebrate her life with a private memorial service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Autism Speaks at act.autismspeaks.org. Arrangements by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 24, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Margaret G. Quinn, age 95, formerly of Liberty Borough, died August 23, 2019, at Andover Village. Born September 25, 1923, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Catherine (Bestid) Krivonak and the wife of the late Milford T. Quinn.
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