Anthony Joseph DeCarlo, Jr.

November 04, 2017 |

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

Anthony Joseph DeCarlo, Jr., age 63 of White Oak, passed away suddenly at home on Friday, November 3, 2017.  Born March 31, 1954 in McKeesport, he was a son of Anthony J. DeCarlo, Sr. and the late Josephine P. "Pat" (Wasko) DeCarlo.

Samuel H. Thomas

November 04, 2017 |

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

Samuel H. Thomas, age 63, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2017 at home. He was a retired stagehand with IATSE in Pittsburgh and a motorcycle and car enthusiast.

Ronald J. Janov

November 04, 2017 |

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

Ronald J. Janov, 59 of Munhall died November 3, 2017 at UPMC Mercy Hospital. He was born July 5, 1958 in Braddock Hills, son of Michael Janov and the late Alice Charney Janov. He was preceded in death by his brother Nicholas Janov, In addition to his dad, he is survived by brothers; Michael Jr., David, Barry, Janov, and one sister, Nancy Fossick. Services are private.

Joanna M. Hawthorne

November 04, 2017 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Joanna M. Hawthorne, age 60, of West Newton, died November 3, 2017, at home. Born November 28, 1956, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Edward W. and Rose Marie (Kelly) Stash and the wife of Bill Hawthorne, of West Newton. Joanna dedicated her life to caring for her family. In addition to her husband, Joanna is survived by her children, Joanna May Polisena of Cleveland, OH and Jeremy Scott Lewis of Hanover, PA; grandchildren, Edward “Willy” and Channing Polisena both of Cleveland, OH, Rodryck H. Drapeau of Ontario, Canada and Ashley N. Carman; siblings, Edward W. (Pat) Stash of McKeesport, Andrew Jackson Coulter of Murrysville, Rose Mary Wernt of Erie and Anna Desroche of Vidor, TX. She was also preceded in death by her son, Edward William Carman.  Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Monday, November 6, 2017, from 4 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 6 p.m. Jay Morris will officiate. Condolences may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com

Dale R. Matthews

November 04, 2017 |

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

Dale R. Matthews, age 69, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2017. He was born December 29, 1947, in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late David E. and Leola “Marie” Matthews. He was a long-time member of the Norwin Alliance Church in North Huntingdon. He worked as a master stater winder at Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh for over 21 years before going onto work at Curtis Wright in Cheswick for the next 18 years before retiring. He was a member of the Pitcairn and Ligonier Guns Clubs, the church dart league, and the Westinghouse Bowling Team. He coached softball for PAL and loved hunting and fishing, as well as watching Penn State Football and the Pittsburgh Penguins and Steelers. He is survived by his wife of over 48 years Denise “De” (Thompson) Matthews, daughters Dayna Matthews Ceresa and Dianna Matthews both of Pitcairn; Susan Ashley Baden and Sara Jane Matz who he considered grandchildren; brothers David “Joel” (Joann) Matthews of Ligonier and Daniel “Danny” (Marlene) Matthews of Level Green; and his two dogs Turner and Walle.

Joshua David Nelson

November 03, 2017 |

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

Joshua David Nelson, 17, of North Huntingdon passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2017.  He was born August 12, 2000 in Pittsburgh, beloved son of Lance and Melissa Burkhart Nelson.

Angela M. Karan

November 01, 2017 |

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

ANGELA M. KARAN, 57, of West Mifflin, died Oct. 31, 2017.  She is the daughter of the late Rudolph and Dolores (Wilson) Bellisario. Angela is survived by her daughters Crystal Karan, Danielle Karan, Jessica Ritchie, and Kaylee Ritchie; grandchildren Dylan Kyne, Tallie Stinson, and Taylen Stinson; sister Barbara Butch and brother Rudolph Bellisario. Angela spent much of her life working hard in retail but later pursued a career in massage therapy. She was most passionate about riding her Harley Davidson while soaking up the sun, raising her four daughters, spending time with her grandsons, and making the most of life with her closest friends. Friends will be received at Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home in Duquesne on Saturday, 11/04, from 1-3 PM.

Sandra Lee Pastirik

November 01, 2017 |

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

Sandra Lee Pastirik, 65, of McKeesport, died Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at home. She was born November 13, 1951 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Michael and Naomi Beisler Pastirik. Sandra was a graduate of South Allegheny High School and worked in the business office of UPMC McKeesport. She is survived by sister, Clea N. (Larry) Kirkwood of Lincoln Borough, brother, Michael P. (Gale) Pastirik of North Huntingdon, nieces, Lori Kirkwood and Nancy (Steve) Mlinarich and nephews, Paul (Michelle) Kirkwood, Michael (Heidi) Pastirik, Jr. and David McClelland.

Eleanor Gettler Peckman

November 01, 2017 |

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

Eleanor Gettler Peckman,  85, of Ashburn, VA, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., died October 23, 2017. She was born May 13, 1932 in Monessen, PA and was the daughter of the late Howard and Pearl Madigan Gettler. She was the wife of 57 years to the late Russell C. Peckman, who died December 17, 2016.  Eleanor was a member of the Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church and was retired elementary music teacher from the Elizabeth Forward School District after 30 years of service. Eleanor was a 1954 graduate of Seton Hill College and a 1950 graduate of McKeesport High School. She is survived sons, Neil Peckman of Pasadena, MD and Wade and his wife Julie of Broadlands, VA, grandchildren, Jamie, Zoe, and Liam, nieces and nephews.

Dorinda (Dee) Foriska

November 01, 2017 |

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

Dorinda (Dee) Foriska, 65, of Greensburg, passed away peacefully at home on  Monday, October 30, 2017. She was born May 6, 1952 in Altoona and was the daughter of the late Dean and Dorothy Watts Wilson. She was a member of the West Hempfield Presbyterian Church and was a retired Registered Nurse at Westmoreland Hospital where she had worked in the Intensive Care Unit and Recovery Room. She is survived by her husband, William Steve Foriska, daughter, Kristin Leigh Foriska of Abingdon, MD, and Kourtney Allyn Foriska of New Kensington, sisters, Patricia (Jerry) Smith of Irwin and Beverly (Bob) Greenawald of Elizabeth Township, nieces and nephews.

Elder D. "Dan" Kinder

November 01, 2017 |

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

Elder D. "Dan" Kinder, age 73 of Clairton, passed away at home on Tuesday, October 31, 2017.  Born August 1, 1944 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Elder O. and Mary (Beilstein) Kinder. 

Kathleen Mary Balogh

November 01, 2017 |

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

Kathleen Mary Balogh, age 69 of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2017. Born March 11, 1948 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Julius and Valeria (Skop) Balogh.

Minnie Simon

November 01, 2017 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Minnie Barbara Abrams Simon, 100. Born in McKeesport on January 2, 1917, she was the daughter of Abraham and Helen Abrams.  Her husband Abraham G. Simon preceded her in death.  Minnie graduated from McKeesport High School in 1934.  She worked as a bookkeeper for Traczynski Meatpacking Company on White Street for many years until her eyesight began to fail her.  She was a member of the Anshe Sfard and Gemilas Chesed Synagogues.  She was active in the Gemilas Chesed  Sisterhood, a member of McKeesport's chapter of Hadassah and B'Nai Brith.  Despite her limited sight, she became known for her creative flower and fruit arrangements for celebrations at the synagogue.  When asked how she was able to design arrangements without being able to see well, Minnie would say, “I see it in my mind and then it is easy.”  With a group of Jewish women in McKeesport, Minnie was part of a monthly “study group” that discussed books, most related to Judaism, led by Tree of Life Synagogue Rabbi Edmond Neiss.  She and Abe moved to Pembroke Pines, FL in 1978 where she lived until 2014 when she came to live with her daughter in Philadelphia.   Mother of Dr. Elaine Simon of Philadelphia, PA and Dr. Richard Simon of Pembroke Pines, FL.  Grandmother of Claire and Nora Crawford of Philadelphia.  Pre-deceased by her siblings, Max, Sara, Molly, Sam, and Lilly.  Graveside service will take place Friday, November 3, 2017 at 11:00 AM in the Tree of Life/Sfard Cemetery with Rabbi Moshe Russell officiating.  Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 is in charge of arrangements.  In lieu of flowers, donations to honor Minnie’s memory can be made to the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped https://www.loc.gov/nls/about/support-nls/ or to the McKeesport High School Alumni and Friends Association http://www.theconsortiumforpubliceducation.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/MHS-Alumni-Membership-Form-without-brick-copy.pdf

Loretta Agnes Algeri

October 30, 2017 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Loretta Agnes Algeri, age 78 of White Oak, formerly of Duquesne, died October 28, 2017 in McKeesport. Born March 24, 1939 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Elizabeth (Pucci) Algeri.

Charlotte (Cecie) Spiegel

October 30, 2017 |

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

Charlotte (Cecie) Spiegel, age 91, of Newville and formerly of White Oak, died on Monday, October 30, 2017. She was born on September 29, 1926 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Zelman Louis (Z.L.) and Dora Friedman Weiss. She was the beloved wife for 61 years of the late David Spiegel; loving mother of Joel (Lynn) Spiegel of Greensburg, Miriam (Robert) Robinson of Mount Holly Springs and Eric (Jennifer) Spiegel of Ellicott City, MD; sister of Helen (Honey) Davis of State College; adored grandma of Julie (Keith) Goddard, Justin (Miranda) Pihony, Sarah (Jon) Malek, Laura Spiegel, Katie Spiegel and Natalie Spiegel; adoring great-grandma of Mackenzie Goddard, Reese Goddard, Rory Pihony and Rigel Pihony; also survived by many special nieces, nephews, and dear friends.