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Susan Riley

November 07, 2016 |

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

Susan J. Riley, age 53 of White Oak, after a brave battle with cancer, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 6, 2016 with her family by her side. 

 
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Michael Joseph Raymer

November 07, 2016 |

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

Michael Joseph Raymer, 34, of White Oak, died Friday, November 4, 2016. He was born June 17, 1982 in McKeesport and was the son of Donald E. and Nancy J. Hollis Raymer of McKeesport. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church of North Huntingdon and was a salesman for Comcast. Michael was an avid fisherman. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Tiffany Cordwell Raymer and children, Michael Joseph Raymer, Jr., and Makayla Dawn Raymer, grandmother, Caryle A. Raymer and grandfather, Norman J. (Barbara) Hollis of Coulter, aunt, Karen (Marty) Elm, uncle, Ron (Cindy) Raymer, cousins, Erik and Ryan Elm, Kara Cheripka and Keri Forsythe, and his buddies, Spike, Patch, Pinky and Pig.

 
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Barry Charles Rowan

November 07, 2016 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Barry Charles Rowan, 69, of Mt. Lebanon, formerly of Dormont, passed away at UPMC Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh on Saturday November 5, 2016.  He was born January 3, 1947 in McKeesport to the late Howard P. and Mary A. Henderson Rowan.

 
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Harry L. "Butch" Anderson

November 06, 2016 |

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

Harry L. "Butch"  Anderson, age 75 of Port Vue died Wednesday, November 2, 2016 in UPMC McKeesport Hospital.  Born October 15, 1941 in Monongahela, he was a son of the late Clyde and Emma (Richards) Anderson and was also preceded in death by siblings, Donald Alan Anderson, Mary Ann Kisner, Victoria Wintermyer, and Kenneth "Buddy" Anderson.

 
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Gertrude C. Tronzo

November 06, 2016 |

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

Gertrude C. Tronzo, age 102 of McKeesport, died Sunday, November 6, 2016. She was born in Pittsburgh on November 22, 1913, the daughter of the late William A.J.  and Annie B. (Geary) Watterson. Gertrude was predeceased by her husband Albert A. Tronzo and her son Albert L. Tronzo. She is survived by two sons, Robert D. (Carol Baker) Tronzo of Export, Richard P. Tronzo of McKeesport; daughter in law, Melissa (Meara) Tronzo of N. Hills; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

 
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Johnnie Ray Coward

November 05, 2016 |

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

Johnnie Ray Coward, 61, of Duquesne, Pennsylvania, departed this life Monday, October 31, 2016 at home Johnnie was born April 1, 1955 in McKeesport, PA, son of Luella Jury Coward of Duquesne and the late Louis Coward Sr.

 
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Samuel David Eddy

November 05, 2016 |

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

Samuel David Eddy, 88, of West Mifflin, died Friday, November 4, 2016. He was born June 11, 1928 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Samuel George Eddy and Minnie Eddy. He was husband of the late Ilse J. Vogt Eddy who died August 10, 2012. Samuel retired from US Steel Irwin Works and was a US Navy Veteran of WWII and also was a US Army Veteran. He was a member of the American Legion.

 
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Mary (Magdich) Holuka

November 05, 2016 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

Mary (Magdich) Holuka, 94, formerly of Duquesne, died peacefully Wednesday, November 2, 2016, in Eldercrest Nursing Center, Munhall. Born February 13, 1922, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Justina (Mazej) Magdich. Mrs. Holuka was a member of S S Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne.

Loving mother of Robert Holuka and former daughter-in-law Karen Holuka, both of West Mifflin, and most beloved grandma and favorite shopping partner of her one and only granddaughter, Amy Graham of Texas. Also survived by two great grandchildren, Kyler Maddigan and Kinley Graham and nieces and nephews.

 
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Anna M. Gregory

November 05, 2016 |

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

Anna M. Gregory, 93, of Elizabeth Township, died peacefully at home with her family by her side on Friday, November 4, 2016. She was born July 29, 1923 in Fredericktown and was the daughter of the late John and Mildred Malinzak Petrick. She was wife of the late Joseph C. Gregory who died February 3, 2015. They were married for 71 years. Anna was a member of St. Patrick Church, Christy Park and the Christian Mothers and Women's Guild there. She was also a member of the Mon Yough Friendship Club, AARP, and the Elizabeth Township Senior Citizens.

 
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Rita Gruszewski

November 05, 2016 |

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

Rita Gruszewski, age 54 of Clairton was taken suddenly by the angels to our Heavenly Father on Saturday, October 29, 2016. 

 
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Cynthia L. Dolnack

November 05, 2016 |

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

Cynthia L. Caswell Dolnack, 60, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, November 4, 2016 at her home with her family by her side.

 
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June E. Traeger

November 04, 2016 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

June E. Traeger, 99, of White Oak, died Thursday, November 3, 2016 at Mount Vernon of Elizabeth.  Born in McKeesport, June 12, 1917, daughter of the late Alfred A. and Edith Lindemyer Neuman.  She was a paralegal for A.M. Simon in McKeesport, and an estate administrator for Rose, Schmidt, and Dixon in Pittsburgh.  Wife of the late Edward W. Traeger, who died April 13, 1982, she is survived by her daughter and son in law, (Kathy J. (Frank J.) Orris of White Oak; granddaughter, Lisa Hivick of Ohio; grandson, David Orris of Ohio; and grandchildren in her extended family which includes Mary Beth Wilkins, John Peterson, James Peterson, and Meg Panarama.  She was preceded in death by her sister, Thelma F. Fedorka.  The oldest living member , elder, and deacon of McKeesport Presbyterian Church (formerly Central Presbyterian Church), she was a McKeesport High School graduate, Class of 1934.  She was past matron of the former White Oak Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, past president of the Women’s Association of Central Presbyterian Church, past president of the McKeesport Symphony Auxillary, and an associate member of the McKeesport Hospital Junior Committee.  Friends will be received in McKeesport Presbyterian Church following worship on Sunday, November 6, 2016 from noon until 2 PM.  A service will be held Monday, November 7, 2016 in the church sanctuary at 11:00 AM with the Rev. John Peterson officiating.  Entombment will follow in the mausoleum at McKeesport and Versailles Cemetery.  Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 is in charge of the arrangements.  The family suggests contributions to Hospice 365.

 


Karen M. Butalla

November 04, 2016 |

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

Karen M. Butalla, 65, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, November 4, 2016 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born November 7, 1950 in Greensburg, PA, a daughter of the late Tony and Mary Knor Bencloski. 

 
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Patrick J. Burns

November 04, 2016 |

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

Patrick J. Burns, 65, of White Oak passed away on Thursday November 3, 2016. Born June 15, 1951, he was the son of the late Paul and Joan Burns and the husband of Bonnie (Long) Burns.
He worked for U.S. Steel in Duquesne, then was a welder at ABT, and most recently for the Braddock Hospital in the maintenance department until the day it closed. Patrick was an outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing on his boat with his family and gardening. He was constantly reading and learning new topics. He loved his dogs and went to flea markets with his sons.  
Along with his wife, Patrick is survived by his children; Marilyn (George) Sanner of Monongahela, Patrick (Ethel) Burns Jr. of White Oak, and Timothy Burns (Jolie Cannata) of North Versailles, 10 grandchildren; one great grandchild; siblings, Ray (Sharon) Burns of Elizabeth, Paul (Linda) Burns of North Versailles and Pete Burns of Meadville. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Michael Burns, and son, Thomas E. Burns. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Monday, November 7, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-8. A Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at 10am at the funeral home. Burial will be at Mt. Vernon Cemetery. Condolences can be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.

 


Kenneth Hansen, Sr.

November 03, 2016 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Kenneth Hansen, Sr., age 50, of Christy Park, died October 30, 2016, at UPMC McKeesport. Born July 22, 1966, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late James and Elizabeth (Coulter) Hansen and the husband of Janine (Richards) Hansen.
Ken worked as an electrical assistant, until his health would not permit him to do so. He enjoyed sports and spending time with his family and friends.

 
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