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Dennis J. Dreher

February 13, 2019 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Please see the arrangements at https://www.watersfuneralhome.net/notices/Dennis-Dreher

 


George Coleman, III

February 13, 2019 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

George Coleman, III, 50, of Clairton, Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, February 1, 2019 at home.

 
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Linda L. McQuillis

February 13, 2019 |

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

Linda L. (Hohn) McQuillis, age 69, of Clairton, passed away on Monday, February 11, 2019 at Jefferson Hospital. Born March 31, 1949 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Andrew C. and Ellen (Hood) Hohn. She is survived by her daughter, Brenda (Dan) Beck of West Mifflin; grandchildren, Tyler, Nathan and Emily Beck; and sister-in-law, Margaret Hohn of West Newton; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter, Amy McQuillis, and siblings, Margaret Simon, Ellen Jean Bradley and Andrew E. Hohn. There will be no visitation or service. The family requests donations to the American Lung Association of PA, 810 River Avenue, Suite 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 or the American Heart Association, Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Betty Jean "B J" Budday

February 13, 2019 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Betty Jean “B J” Budday, 89, of Jefferson Hills, passed away Friday, February 8, 2019 at AHN Jefferson Hospital.  She was born November 11, 1929, in McKeesport, to the late William and Opal McClelland Wilson.  Betty was the loving wife of the late Edgar W. Budday Sr. for 70 years.  She is survived by sons, Edgar W. Budday Jr. of Jefferson Hills, Joseph J. Budday of Jefferson Hills, James (Anna) Reid Budday of Wilson, SC; grandchildren, James W. and Michael R. Budday.  Along with her parents and spouse, Betty was preceded in death by siblings, Dolores Smith-Barber and William E. Wilson.  She was a graduate of McKeesport High School, attended Community College where she received a nursing degree, was a member of Pine Run UMC in Clairton where she taught Sunday School Class, enjoyed bowling, golfing, and was a Holy Matron in the Order of The Eastern Star.  Arrangements have been entrusted to S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N 6th Street, Clairton,  PA   15025.   Inurnment will take place at Jefferson Memorial Park Thursday, February 14, 2019. A memorial service, at Pine Run UMC, will be held on Sunday, February 17, 2019 at 12:30 pm.   In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Pine Run United Methodist Church, 901 N 6th Street, Clairton,  PA  15025.  Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Joyce E. Peebly

February 13, 2019 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Joyce E. Peebly, age 68, of Dravosburg, died February 11, 2019, at home. Born January 24, 1951, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late William and Thelma (Markland) Peebly.

 
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Gary Edwin Blake

February 13, 2019 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Gary Edwin Blake, 72, of Clairton, passed away Monday, February 11, 2019 at AHN Jefferson Hospital.  He was born October 18, 1946 in McKeesport to the late William and Pearle Wyant Blake.  Gary is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Lucille Michaels Blake; daughter, Melody (Christopher) Volpe of Clairton; brother James Blake of Finleyville; nieces (especially Cindy Lukens) and nephews.  Along with his parents, Gary was preceded in death by brother, William Blake.  He was a 1964 graduate of McKeesport High School, an EMT,  was instrumental in organizing the original Clairton Ambulance Service, he worked for US Steel National Tube Works and Edgar Thompson Works, he enjoyed fishing, gardening, Nascar, and sports.  Visitation will take place Friday, February 15, 2019 from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 pm at S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton,  PA   15025.  A memorial service will take place at the funeral home Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 11:00 followed by interment at Round Hill Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial contributions be made to the funeral home to help defray costs.  Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Thelma M. (Caldwell) Antis

February 12, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Thelma M. (Caldwell) Antis, 87, of Irwin, died Sunday February 10, 2019. She was born February 8 1932 in North Huntingdon, a daughter of the late Percy and Gertrude M. (Faith) Caldwell and was also preceded in death by her husband David W Antis; a son David T. Antis; a great grandson Micah A. Antis; siblings Charles E. Caldwell and Laura M. Rodgers; and a granddaughter in law Tanya Antis. Thelma was a lifelong member of Brush Creek Evangelical Lutheran Church where she served as past vice president of church council and a Sunday school teacher. She was a 50-year member and Past worthy Matron of the Order of Eastern Star, Irwin chapter 400, and served as Past Mother Advisor for International Order of Rainbow Girls, Irwin Assembly 42, for 22 years.
 
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John S. Rollason

February 12, 2019 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

John S. Rollason, age 59, of Glassport, died February 6, 2019, at Jefferson Hospital. Born January 18, 1960, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Robert Rollason and the late Kathy Gouker and the husband of Terri (Thompson) Rollason.

 
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Wallace M. Gray

February 12, 2019 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Wallace M.  Gray, 93, of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, February 8, 2019 in Senior Care Plaza.

 
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Matthew R. McWilliams

February 11, 2019 |

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

Matthew Ryan McWilliams, age 36 of McKeesport, died Monday, February 11, 2019.  He was born on September 27, 1982 in McKeesport, the son of Russell L. and Patricia Lewicki McWilliams. 

In addition to his parents, he is survived by brothers, Russell P. McWilliams of McKeesport, James M. (Tara) McWilliams of Mt. Lebanon, Brian J. McWilliams of McKeesport; nephews, Michael, Brandon, Ryan and Aidan McWilliams; niece, Natalie McWilliams; godparents, Ron (Irma) Lowicki and Marsha (Wayne) Banks; and many, many loving aunts and uncles.

He was a huge fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers. He also enjoyed the casino and WWE Wresting. He was so excited on the return of John Cena.  Uncle Ron and Aunt Irma took him to many of his favorite events.  

 
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Patricia A. "Pat" Wilson

February 11, 2019 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Patricia A. "Pat" Wilson, age 75, of McKeesport, died February 10, 2019, at home. Born October 29, 1943, she was the daughter of the late James Boyd and Pearl (Weatherwalk) Ward and the wife of the late Reverend Herman J. Wilson.

 
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Thomas "Tom" S. Naylor

February 11, 2019 |

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

Thomas "Tom" S. Naylor, 72, of Glassport, passed away Sunday, February 10,  2019. He was born June 9, 1946 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Thomas and Frances (Case) Naylor. Tom was a retired Heavy Equipment Operator. He was a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. For his service he received the Purple Heart, National Defense Service Medal, Combat Infantryman's Badge, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Sharpshooter and Class Gunner. He retired from the Army Reserve after 23 years of service to our country.

 
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Linda Bishoff

February 11, 2019 |

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

Linda Bishoff, age 77, of White Oak, died on Saturday, February 9, 2019. She was born in McKeesport on January 21, 1942 and is the daughter of the late Fred Evert and Wanda Mazurek Swanson. She is survived by her sister; Nancy Swanson of White Oak.

 
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Barbara D. Ciglar

February 11, 2019 |

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

Barbara D. Ciglar, 57, of West Mifflin, died Feb. 9 2019.  She is the daughter of Betty Lou (Coughanour) Ciglar and the late John E. Ciglar.  She is survived by her brother Tom Ciglar.  She was preceded in death by her brother David Ciglar.  Barbara was a caregiver at Autumn Commons and was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne.  Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne Tues. from 6 to 8.  A funeral service will  be held  Wed. 2:00 pm at Christ Lutheran Church with Pastor John Gropp.

 


Wilma L. Burke

February 11, 2019 |

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

WILMA L. BURKE age 86 of the North Side, on February 8, 2019. She was a daughter of the late Matthew and Catherine Lascak; Wilma was a retired Senior Clerk from Verizon with 41 years of service. Mother of John (late Diane) Burke of Duquesne, Jay (Danielle) Burke of Pittsburgh and the late David and Joseph Burke; also multiple grand and great-grandchildren; and a great-great-nephew, Davon; sister of Margaret Abercrombie of Bellevue; also survived by Cathy, special. Visitation Sunday, February 17, 2019 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne 412-466-3300, where a Blessing Service will be held at 2 p.m., Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating. Please omit flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cerebral Palsy.