April 27, 2017 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Loretta Tatarzyn, age 85 of North Huntingdon, died April 26, 2017 at her home. Born June 15, 1931 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Adele (Tomkowitz) Novak, and loving wife of the late Ted Tatarzyn for 54 years of wedded bliss. Loretta was a long time parishioner of Saint Agnes Church in North Huntingdon. She could often be found tending to her flower and vegetable gardens, however her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. Whether it be a surprise visit to the house or one of the many family vacations traveling the world, she always cherished the time with her family. Family, faith and flowers brought her the most happiness! She is survived by her children, Ted (Joyce) Tatarzyn of Rochester, NY, Ken (Denise) Tatarzyn of Brevard, NC, Jeff Tatarzyn of Houston, TX, and Trish (Scott) Saunders of North Huntingdon; grandchildren, TJ (Kate), Jeremy (fiance Madi), Amy (Hersh), Daniel (Maria), Micah, Laura, Patrick, Cory, Grant, Victoria and Austin; great-grandchildren, Teddy, Ellie, Lucian and Shayla; also many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and great-nephews. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Dolly Stawicki, and daughter-in-law, Nancy Tatarzyn. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Friday, April 28, 2017 from 2-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 10 a.m. at Saint Agnes Church. Entombment will follow at Twin Valley Memorial Park in Delmont. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the Westmoreland County Food Bank, or to Saint Agnes Church. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
April 27, 2017 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Edward T. Kumf, 84 of Versailles, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at home. Born November 17, 1932 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Anton and Mary (Kasunic) Kumf.
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April 27, 2017 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Dorothy Sekulich, age 83 of Jefferson Hills, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 26, 2017 in her home after a recent illness, surrounded by her four children: Joe, Cindy, Cathy, and Lori. Born September 10, 1933 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Matthew (Mate) and Frances (Salopek) Bekavac.
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April 26, 2017 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert P. Conway, age 75 of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 in UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born June 17, 1941 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Peter and Mildred (O'Gurkis) Conway.
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April 26, 2017 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Palmer D. Braum, age 65, of Espyville, and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at home. He was a retired butcher for Braum's in Clairton. He was an avid fisherman and a member of the Pymatuning Sportsman's Club and the American Legion in Linesville.
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April 26, 2017 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Henry David Jasiewicz, 71, of McKeesport, died Tuesday April 25, 2017 at home after a courageous battle with brain cancer. He fought until the end. He was a 1963 graduate of McKeesport High School. Owner/operator of Renzie Auto Center and leader of, Henny & the Versa J's polka band. Also former member of the Bell Hops Orchestra. Henny was a 2005 Grammy nominated recording artist.
He was born May 22, 1945 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Henry T. and Josephine Balawadjer Jasiewicz. Married, Joan A. Wirth Jasiewicz on April 8, 1967. Father of Teri Jasiewicz (John) Binkiewicz of Pickerington, Ohio and Henry J. "Butchie" (Teresa Whitney) Jasiewicz of Hempfield Township, PA. Brother to Diane "Dee-Dee" Jasiewicz Ogrodny (late Stas) of Nashville, TN.
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April 25, 2017 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
CELESTINE LESKO, 87, of West Mifflin, passed away Tues., April 25, 2017 due to complications of a stroke. She is survived by her son Lawrence (Debra), Richard and James Lesko and granddaughter Jessica. She was preceded in death by her husband Francis in Feb. 2007. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home.
April 25, 2017 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Michelle Joan Kerestes, 49, of White Oak, died Sunday April 23, 2017. She was born August 30, 1967 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Michael and Jean Smith Marracino. Michelle was a Nurse at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh. She is survived by her husband, William J. Kerestes, Sr., daughters, Desiree Dornetta of Brentwood and Alexandra “Alex” Kerestes of Bloomfield, sons, Joseph “Joey” (Kaitlin) Dornetta of Verona, and William “Billy” J. Kerestes, Jr., of White Oak, brothers, Michael Marracino of Bethel Park, Mark Marracino of Castle Shannon, and David (Amie) Marracino of Norfolk, VA, grandchildren, Liam Fate and Eli Lovesee, nieces and nephews.
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April 25, 2017 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dorothy Marie Krall, 87, of McKeesport, died Sunday April 23, 2017 at home. She was born July 13, 1929 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Paul and Ann Layesah Krall. Dorothy was a member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church in McKeesport. She was a retired office manager at Apter Industries and also worked at the former Zotter's Bakery in McKeesport. She is survived by nephews, Paul Krall of Fountain Hills, AZ, Joseph (Bonnie) Krall of North Ridgeville, OH, Dr. Thomas (Barbara) Krall of Seminole, FL, nieces, Mary (Walt) Krekel of Westlake, OH, Regina (Ken) Kohl of Englewood, Fl, Theresa (Keith) Brown of Greensboro, NC, other nieces and nephews, 9 grand nieces and nephews and 6 great-grand nieces and nephews.
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April 25, 2017 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Yolanda L. (Hovan) Granata, 68, of North Huntingdon, died Sunday April 23, 2017. She was born November 16, 1948 in Spangler, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Dolores (Lawrence) Hovan and was also preceded in death by two brothers Nicholas Jr. and William Hovan. Yolanda loved her grandchildren, enjoyed crocheting, bowling, and reading, and was a fantastic baker. She was a former employee of Wal Mart. She is survived by her husband of fifty one years Darryl D. Granata Sr.; her children Darryl D. (Diane) Granata Jr. of North Huntingdon and Kimberly L. (Bruce) Jennings of Irwin; her grandchildren Jacob, Brittany, Christopher, Dominic, and Olivia Granata and Victoria and Amber Jennings; a great grand child on the way; a sister Mary Ruth (Kevin) Byers of Penn Township; also nieces and nephews.
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April 24, 2017 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Michael J. Cvejkus, 91, a lifelong resident of Duquesne was embraced by God in the early morning of April 24, 2017 after a brief illness. He was born in Duquesne on February 25, 1926 to the late Michael and Helen (Koval) Cvejkus and was predeceased by his loving wife Bess (Pakan), beloved daughter Arlene Pastrick and two sisters, Mary Perun and Anna Mae Ondechek. Michael was an English teacher in the Duquesne school system for 35 years, President of the Duquesne Teacher’s Association and a proud member of the PSEA & NEA.
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April 24, 2017 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Kathy A. (Parlak) Miller, 59, of North Huntingdon, died Wednesday April 19, 2017. She was born September 29, 1957 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Edward and Dolores (Script) Parlak. She was a former day care teacher and was an avid Steelers fan. Her grandchildren were most important in her life. She is survived by her daughters Jessica May of Trafford, Tiffany Hizer of WV, and Dawn Miller of Greensburg; her grandchildren Dre, Dante, Mikayla, Lily, Audrey, C.J., and Arielle; also a brother and two sisters.
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April 24, 2017 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Gregory C. Lacey, age 58, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at home. He was employed as a machinist for Prism Technologies in Elizabeth.
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April 24, 2017 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Christine Rebecca (Younger) Brown, age 82, of Duquesne, PA passed away at John J Kane Regional Center in McKeesport, PA on April 22, 2017 Christine was born on June 16, 1934 to Martin and Minnie Younger in Pittsylvania County, Chatham, Virginia.
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April 23, 2017 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Marie Germek, age 89, of McKeesport, died April 22, 2017, at home with her children by her side. Born April 6, 1928, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Gusta and Anna (Balint) Tiffany and the wife of the late Raymond J. Germek.
Marie worked at many different restaurants throughout the McKeesport area in her early years. She then dedicated her life to caring for her family. She is a member of Corpus Christi Church and was a Christian Mother at the former Sacred Heart Church. Marie enjoyed working jig saw puzzles and she will always be remembered for her delicious homemade dishes, especially during family gatherings and holidays. Marie is survived by children, Darniece Homler of McKeesport, Michael (Christine) Germek of McKeesport; daughter-in-law, Margo Germek of North Huntingdon; grandchildren, Renee (Patrick) Germek Dooen, Amber Germek, Chantal Germek (Brian Pope), Kristin Germek and Heather ( Allan) Link; great grandchildren, Ryan, Jared, Noah, Allyson and Carter; brother, Ted (Dee) Tiffany of McKeesport; sister-in-law, Patricia Ancarana of Port Vue; also nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Marie was preceded in death by her son Larry; siblings, Dolores Cielieska, Harry Tiffany and Joey Ancarana; son-in-law, Hank Homler. Family and friends will be received at the Jaycox – Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, from 2 p.m. – 8p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 26, 2017, 10 a.m., at Corpus Christi Church. Fr. Steven M. Palsa, will be the celebrant. Committal will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Leukemia Society of America, 333 E. Carson St., Ste 427, Pittsburgh, PA 15203 or the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycoxjaworskifh.com
